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COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
June 13, 2023
7:00 pm
Virtual Online Meeting including Council Chambers
The purpose of a Council meeting is to enact powers given to Council using bylaws or resolutions. This is
the venue for debate of issues before voting on a bylaw or resolution. This meeting is live streamed and
recorded by the City of Maple Ridge. This Agenda is posted on the City’s Public Portal at:
https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portal
For virtual public participation during Public Question Period register by going to
Public Portal at: https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portal and clicking on the
microphone icon for the select meeting
1.CALL TO ORDER
1.1 Territory Acknowledgement
The City of Maple Ridge carries out its business on the traditional and
unceded territory of the Katzie (q̓ic̓әy̓) First Nation and the Kwantlen
(qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼәn̓) First Nation.
2.AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
3.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4.ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4.1 Minutes
Regular Council – May 23, 2023
Special Council (to Close) – May 30, 2023
5.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL
6.DELEGATIONS
6.1 UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest
Hélène Marcoux, Manager, to present on facility improvements and the
development of a new Welcome & Education Centre.
7.CONSENT AGENDA
Recommendation:
THAT the following items contained in the June 13, 2023, Regular Council
Consent Agenda be received into the record.
7.1 Development Agreement Committee Minutes:
May 18, 2023
May 31, 2023
7.2 Agricultural Advisory Committee Minutes:
June 23, 2022
July 5, 2022
September 29, 2022
February 16, 2023
7.3 Metro Vancouver
Correspondence dated May 16, 2023, from George V. Harvie, Chair, Metro
Vancouver Board, regarding Land Use Designation Amendment to Metro 2050
with respect to the Township of Langley – Gloucester Industrial Park.
7.4 City of Richmond
Correspondence dated May 25, 2023, from Malcolm D. Brodie, Mayor, regarding
changes in provincial legislation needed to address gas utilities in British
Columbia.
7.5 Mayor’s Taskforce on Climate Action Committee Appointments
The following appointees were released from the Closed Council meeting of June
6, 2023:
Dr. Alison Shaw, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for a
term of 6 months from the date of the first meeting)
Kirk Grayson, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for a term
of 6 months from the date of the first meeting)
Alexandra Tudose, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for a
term of 6 months from the date of the first meeting)
7.6 2024 BC Summer Games Board of Directors Appointments
The following director appointments were released from the Closed Council
meeting held on May 30, 2023:
Karen Redkwich, Director of Accommodation
Cheryl Nex, Director of Administration
Trish SpencerFell, Director of Food Services
Brian Krieger, Director of Friends of the Games
Peter Malakoane, Director of Logistics
Heidi Einhorn, Director of Participant & Volunteer Services
Jake Rudolph, Director of Sport
Richard Eskandar, Director of Technology
Matt Scheer, Director of Transportation
The following director appointment was released from the Closed Council meeting
held on June 6, 2023:
Taryn Stephenson, Director of Ceremonies & Special Events
8.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9.BYLAWS
9.1 2018349RZ, 21745 River Road, RS1 to RS1b
Staff report dated June 13, 2023, recommending that Zone Amending Bylaw No
75032018, to rezone from RS1 (Single Detached Residential) to RS1b (Single
Detached (Medium Density) Residential, to permit the future construction or
subdivision of two lots, be adopted.
10. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The items in the “Committee Reports and Recommendations” category are staff reports presented at
an earlier Committee of the Whole meeting, typically a week prior, to provide Council with an
opportunity to ask staff detailed questions. The items are now before the Regular Council meeting for
debate and vote. Both meetings are open to the public. The reports are not reprinted again in hard
copy; however, they can be found in the electronic agenda or in the Committee of the Whole agenda
package dated accordingly.
10.1 2023064AL, 27098 108 Avenue, NonAdhering Residential Use in the
Agricultural Land Reserve
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that application 2023064AL,
respecting property located at 27098 108 Avenue, be forwarded to the
Agricultural Land Commission for their review and consideration.
10.2 2023059RZ, 28304 96 Avenue, RS3 and P4 to RS3
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that Zone Amending Bylaw No.
79252023, to rezone from RS3 (Single Detached Rural Residential) and P4
(Place of Worship) to RS3 (Single Detached Rural Residential), to allow the
change of use of the existing building from a place of worship (church) to a single
family dwelling, be given first and second reading and forwarded to Public
Hearing.
10.3 2019393RZ, 20786 River Road, RS1 to RT2
Staff report dated June 13, 2023, recommending that application 2019393RZ,
to permit the future construction of six separately detached dwelling units forming
a courtyard housing complex, be forwarded to Public Hearing.
10.4 2018349DVP, 21745 River Road, Development Variance Permit
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2018349DVP, to reduce the minimum lot width on
both lots, for the subject property located at 21745 River Road.
10.5 Award of Contract: 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Program – Phase 2
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that the 2023 Pavement
Rehabilitation Program – Phase Two contract be awarded to Lafarge Canada
Inc., that a contingency for adjustments be approved, and that the Chief
Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the contract.
11.STAFF REPORTS
12.OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
13.PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD
14.MAYOR AND COUNCILLOR VERBAL REPORTS
15.NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETING
16.ADJOURNMENT
City of Maple RidgeCOUNCIL MEETING AGENDAJune 13, 20237:00 pmVirtual Online Meeting including Council ChambersThe purpose of a Council meeting is to enact powers given to Council using bylaws or resolutions. This isthe venue for debate of issues before voting on a bylaw or resolution. This meeting is live streamed andrecorded by the City of Maple Ridge. This Agenda is posted on the City’s Public Portal at:https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portalFor virtual public participation during Public Question Period register by going to Public Portal at: https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portal and clicking on themicrophone icon for the select meeting1.CALL TO ORDER1.1 Territory AcknowledgementThe City of Maple Ridge carries out its business on the traditional andunceded territory of the Katzie (q̓ic̓әy̓) First Nation and the Kwantlen(qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼәn̓) First Nation.2.AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA3.APPROVAL OF AGENDA4.ADOPTION OF MINUTES4.1 MinutesRegular Council – May 23, 2023Special Council (to Close) – May 30, 20235.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL
6.DELEGATIONS
6.1 UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest
Hélène Marcoux, Manager, to present on facility improvements and the
development of a new Welcome & Education Centre.
7.CONSENT AGENDA
Recommendation:
THAT the following items contained in the June 13, 2023, Regular Council
Consent Agenda be received into the record.
7.1 Development Agreement Committee Minutes:
May 18, 2023
May 31, 2023
7.2 Agricultural Advisory Committee Minutes:
June 23, 2022
July 5, 2022
September 29, 2022
February 16, 2023
7.3 Metro Vancouver
Correspondence dated May 16, 2023, from George V. Harvie, Chair, Metro
Vancouver Board, regarding Land Use Designation Amendment to Metro 2050
with respect to the Township of Langley – Gloucester Industrial Park.
7.4 City of Richmond
Correspondence dated May 25, 2023, from Malcolm D. Brodie, Mayor, regarding
changes in provincial legislation needed to address gas utilities in British
Columbia.
7.5 Mayor’s Taskforce on Climate Action Committee Appointments
The following appointees were released from the Closed Council meeting of June
6, 2023:
Dr. Alison Shaw, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for a
term of 6 months from the date of the first meeting)
Kirk Grayson, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for a term
of 6 months from the date of the first meeting)
Alexandra Tudose, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for a
term of 6 months from the date of the first meeting)
7.6 2024 BC Summer Games Board of Directors Appointments
The following director appointments were released from the Closed Council
meeting held on May 30, 2023:
Karen Redkwich, Director of Accommodation
Cheryl Nex, Director of Administration
Trish SpencerFell, Director of Food Services
Brian Krieger, Director of Friends of the Games
Peter Malakoane, Director of Logistics
Heidi Einhorn, Director of Participant & Volunteer Services
Jake Rudolph, Director of Sport
Richard Eskandar, Director of Technology
Matt Scheer, Director of Transportation
The following director appointment was released from the Closed Council meeting
held on June 6, 2023:
Taryn Stephenson, Director of Ceremonies & Special Events
8.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9.BYLAWS
9.1 2018349RZ, 21745 River Road, RS1 to RS1b
Staff report dated June 13, 2023, recommending that Zone Amending Bylaw No
75032018, to rezone from RS1 (Single Detached Residential) to RS1b (Single
Detached (Medium Density) Residential, to permit the future construction or
subdivision of two lots, be adopted.
10. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The items in the “Committee Reports and Recommendations” category are staff reports presented at
an earlier Committee of the Whole meeting, typically a week prior, to provide Council with an
opportunity to ask staff detailed questions. The items are now before the Regular Council meeting for
debate and vote. Both meetings are open to the public. The reports are not reprinted again in hard
copy; however, they can be found in the electronic agenda or in the Committee of the Whole agenda
package dated accordingly.
10.1 2023064AL, 27098 108 Avenue, NonAdhering Residential Use in the
Agricultural Land Reserve
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that application 2023064AL,
respecting property located at 27098 108 Avenue, be forwarded to the
Agricultural Land Commission for their review and consideration.
10.2 2023059RZ, 28304 96 Avenue, RS3 and P4 to RS3
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that Zone Amending Bylaw No.
79252023, to rezone from RS3 (Single Detached Rural Residential) and P4
(Place of Worship) to RS3 (Single Detached Rural Residential), to allow the
change of use of the existing building from a place of worship (church) to a single
family dwelling, be given first and second reading and forwarded to Public
Hearing.
10.3 2019393RZ, 20786 River Road, RS1 to RT2
Staff report dated June 13, 2023, recommending that application 2019393RZ,
to permit the future construction of six separately detached dwelling units forming
a courtyard housing complex, be forwarded to Public Hearing.
10.4 2018349DVP, 21745 River Road, Development Variance Permit
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2018349DVP, to reduce the minimum lot width on
both lots, for the subject property located at 21745 River Road.
10.5 Award of Contract: 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Program – Phase 2
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that the 2023 Pavement
Rehabilitation Program – Phase Two contract be awarded to Lafarge Canada
Inc., that a contingency for adjustments be approved, and that the Chief
Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the contract.
11.STAFF REPORTS
12.OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
13.PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD
14.MAYOR AND COUNCILLOR VERBAL REPORTS
15.NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETING
16.ADJOURNMENT
City of Maple RidgeCOUNCIL MEETING AGENDAJune 13, 20237:00 pmVirtual Online Meeting including Council ChambersThe purpose of a Council meeting is to enact powers given to Council using bylaws or resolutions. This isthe venue for debate of issues before voting on a bylaw or resolution. This meeting is live streamed andrecorded by the City of Maple Ridge. This Agenda is posted on the City’s Public Portal at:https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portalFor virtual public participation during Public Question Period register by going to Public Portal at: https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portal and clicking on themicrophone icon for the select meeting1.CALL TO ORDER1.1 Territory AcknowledgementThe City of Maple Ridge carries out its business on the traditional andunceded territory of the Katzie (q̓ic̓әy̓) First Nation and the Kwantlen(qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼәn̓) First Nation.2.AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA3.APPROVAL OF AGENDA4.ADOPTION OF MINUTES4.1 MinutesRegular Council – May 23, 2023Special Council (to Close) – May 30, 20235.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL6.DELEGATIONS6.1 UBC Malcolm Knapp Research ForestHélène Marcoux, Manager, to present on facility improvements and thedevelopment of a new Welcome & Education Centre.7.CONSENT AGENDARecommendation:THAT the following items contained in the June 13, 2023, Regular CouncilConsent Agenda be received into the record.7.1 Development Agreement Committee Minutes:May 18, 2023May 31, 20237.2 Agricultural Advisory Committee Minutes: June 23, 2022 July 5, 2022 September 29, 2022 February 16, 20237.3 Metro VancouverCorrespondence dated May 16, 2023, from George V. Harvie, Chair, MetroVancouver Board, regarding Land Use Designation Amendment to Metro 2050with respect to the Township of Langley – Gloucester Industrial Park.7.4 City of RichmondCorrespondence dated May 25, 2023, from Malcolm D. Brodie, Mayor, regardingchanges in provincial legislation needed to address gas utilities in BritishColumbia.7.5 Mayor’s Taskforce on Climate Action Committee AppointmentsThe following appointees were released from the Closed Council meeting of June6, 2023: Dr. Alison Shaw, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for aterm of 6 months from the date of the first meeting) Kirk Grayson, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for a termof 6 months from the date of the first meeting) Alexandra Tudose, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for aterm of 6 months from the date of the first meeting)
7.6 2024 BC Summer Games Board of Directors Appointments
The following director appointments were released from the Closed Council
meeting held on May 30, 2023:
Karen Redkwich, Director of Accommodation
Cheryl Nex, Director of Administration
Trish SpencerFell, Director of Food Services
Brian Krieger, Director of Friends of the Games
Peter Malakoane, Director of Logistics
Heidi Einhorn, Director of Participant & Volunteer Services
Jake Rudolph, Director of Sport
Richard Eskandar, Director of Technology
Matt Scheer, Director of Transportation
The following director appointment was released from the Closed Council meeting
held on June 6, 2023:
Taryn Stephenson, Director of Ceremonies & Special Events
8.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9.BYLAWS
9.1 2018349RZ, 21745 River Road, RS1 to RS1b
Staff report dated June 13, 2023, recommending that Zone Amending Bylaw No
75032018, to rezone from RS1 (Single Detached Residential) to RS1b (Single
Detached (Medium Density) Residential, to permit the future construction or
subdivision of two lots, be adopted.
10. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The items in the “Committee Reports and Recommendations” category are staff reports presented at
an earlier Committee of the Whole meeting, typically a week prior, to provide Council with an
opportunity to ask staff detailed questions. The items are now before the Regular Council meeting for
debate and vote. Both meetings are open to the public. The reports are not reprinted again in hard
copy; however, they can be found in the electronic agenda or in the Committee of the Whole agenda
package dated accordingly.
10.1 2023064AL, 27098 108 Avenue, NonAdhering Residential Use in the
Agricultural Land Reserve
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that application 2023064AL,
respecting property located at 27098 108 Avenue, be forwarded to the
Agricultural Land Commission for their review and consideration.
10.2 2023059RZ, 28304 96 Avenue, RS3 and P4 to RS3
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that Zone Amending Bylaw No.
79252023, to rezone from RS3 (Single Detached Rural Residential) and P4
(Place of Worship) to RS3 (Single Detached Rural Residential), to allow the
change of use of the existing building from a place of worship (church) to a single
family dwelling, be given first and second reading and forwarded to Public
Hearing.
10.3 2019393RZ, 20786 River Road, RS1 to RT2
Staff report dated June 13, 2023, recommending that application 2019393RZ,
to permit the future construction of six separately detached dwelling units forming
a courtyard housing complex, be forwarded to Public Hearing.
10.4 2018349DVP, 21745 River Road, Development Variance Permit
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2018349DVP, to reduce the minimum lot width on
both lots, for the subject property located at 21745 River Road.
10.5 Award of Contract: 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Program – Phase 2
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that the 2023 Pavement
Rehabilitation Program – Phase Two contract be awarded to Lafarge Canada
Inc., that a contingency for adjustments be approved, and that the Chief
Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the contract.
11.STAFF REPORTS
12.OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
13.PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD
14.MAYOR AND COUNCILLOR VERBAL REPORTS
15.NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETING
16.ADJOURNMENT
City of Maple RidgeCOUNCIL MEETING AGENDAJune 13, 20237:00 pmVirtual Online Meeting including Council ChambersThe purpose of a Council meeting is to enact powers given to Council using bylaws or resolutions. This isthe venue for debate of issues before voting on a bylaw or resolution. This meeting is live streamed andrecorded by the City of Maple Ridge. This Agenda is posted on the City’s Public Portal at:https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portalFor virtual public participation during Public Question Period register by going to Public Portal at: https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portal and clicking on themicrophone icon for the select meeting1.CALL TO ORDER1.1 Territory AcknowledgementThe City of Maple Ridge carries out its business on the traditional andunceded territory of the Katzie (q̓ic̓әy̓) First Nation and the Kwantlen(qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼәn̓) First Nation.2.AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA3.APPROVAL OF AGENDA4.ADOPTION OF MINUTES4.1 MinutesRegular Council – May 23, 2023Special Council (to Close) – May 30, 20235.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL6.DELEGATIONS6.1 UBC Malcolm Knapp Research ForestHélène Marcoux, Manager, to present on facility improvements and thedevelopment of a new Welcome & Education Centre.7.CONSENT AGENDARecommendation:THAT the following items contained in the June 13, 2023, Regular CouncilConsent Agenda be received into the record.7.1 Development Agreement Committee Minutes:May 18, 2023May 31, 20237.2 Agricultural Advisory Committee Minutes: June 23, 2022 July 5, 2022 September 29, 2022 February 16, 20237.3 Metro VancouverCorrespondence dated May 16, 2023, from George V. Harvie, Chair, MetroVancouver Board, regarding Land Use Designation Amendment to Metro 2050with respect to the Township of Langley – Gloucester Industrial Park.7.4 City of RichmondCorrespondence dated May 25, 2023, from Malcolm D. Brodie, Mayor, regardingchanges in provincial legislation needed to address gas utilities in BritishColumbia.7.5 Mayor’s Taskforce on Climate Action Committee AppointmentsThe following appointees were released from the Closed Council meeting of June6, 2023: Dr. Alison Shaw, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for aterm of 6 months from the date of the first meeting) Kirk Grayson, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for a termof 6 months from the date of the first meeting) Alexandra Tudose, Member with experience in key areas of climate action (for aterm of 6 months from the date of the first meeting)7.6 2024 BC Summer Games Board of Directors AppointmentsThe following director appointments were released from the Closed Councilmeeting held on May 30, 2023: Karen Redkwich, Director of Accommodation Cheryl Nex, Director of Administration Trish SpencerFell, Director of Food Services Brian Krieger, Director of Friends of the Games Peter Malakoane, Director of Logistics Heidi Einhorn, Director of Participant & Volunteer Services Jake Rudolph, Director of Sport Richard Eskandar, Director of Technology Matt Scheer, Director of TransportationThe following director appointment was released from the Closed Council meetingheld on June 6, 2023: Taryn Stephenson, Director of Ceremonies & Special Events8.UNFINISHED BUSINESS9.BYLAWS 9.1 2018349RZ, 21745 River Road, RS1 to RS1bStaff report dated June 13, 2023, recommending that Zone Amending Bylaw No75032018, to rezone from RS1 (Single Detached Residential) to RS1b (SingleDetached (Medium Density) Residential, to permit the future construction orsubdivision of two lots, be adopted.10. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONSThe items in the “Committee Reports and Recommendations” category are staff reports presented atan earlier Committee of the Whole meeting, typically a week prior, to provide Council with anopportunity to ask staff detailed questions. The items are now before the Regular Council meeting fordebate and vote. Both meetings are open to the public. The reports are not reprinted again in hardcopy; however, they can be found in the electronic agenda or in the Committee of the Whole agendapackage dated accordingly.10.1 2023064AL, 27098 108 Avenue, NonAdhering Residential Use in theAgricultural Land ReserveStaff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that application 2023064AL,respecting property located at 27098 108 Avenue, be forwarded to theAgricultural Land Commission for their review and consideration.10.2 2023059RZ, 28304 96 Avenue, RS3 and P4 to RS3Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that Zone Amending Bylaw No.79252023, to rezone from RS3 (Single Detached Rural Residential) and P4
(Place of Worship) to RS3 (Single Detached Rural Residential), to allow the
change of use of the existing building from a place of worship (church) to a single
family dwelling, be given first and second reading and forwarded to Public
Hearing.
10.3 2019393RZ, 20786 River Road, RS1 to RT2
Staff report dated June 13, 2023, recommending that application 2019393RZ,
to permit the future construction of six separately detached dwelling units forming
a courtyard housing complex, be forwarded to Public Hearing.
10.4 2018349DVP, 21745 River Road, Development Variance Permit
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that the Corporate Officer be
authorized to sign and seal 2018349DVP, to reduce the minimum lot width on
both lots, for the subject property located at 21745 River Road.
10.5 Award of Contract: 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Program – Phase 2
Staff report dated June 6, 2023, recommending that the 2023 Pavement
Rehabilitation Program – Phase Two contract be awarded to Lafarge Canada
Inc., that a contingency for adjustments be approved, and that the Chief
Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the contract.
11.STAFF REPORTS
12.OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
13.PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD
14.MAYOR AND COUNCILLOR VERBAL REPORTS
15.NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETING
16.ADJOURNMENT
Document: 3314140
City of Maple Ridge
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MAY 30, 2023
The Minutes of the City Council Meeting held in person and hosted in Multi-Use Rooms 1&2,
on May 30, 2023, at 3:10 pm, Albion Community Centre, 24165 104 Avenue, Maple Ridge,
British Columbia for the purpose of transacting regular City business.
PRESENT
Elected Officials
Mayor D. Ruimy
Councillor K. Carreras
Councillor O. Dozie
Councillor J. Dueck
Councillor S. Schiller
Councillor J. Tan
Councillor A. Yousef
ABSENT
Appointed Staff
S. Hartman, Chief Administrative Officer
Other staff as required
C. Balatti Manager of Special Projects – Recreation & Community
Engagement
Other in attendance
L. Butler, President 2024 BC Sumer Games
E. Daykin, Vice President 2024 BC Summer Games
Note: These Minutes are posted on the City’s Web Site at
https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portal.
1. CALL TO ORDER – 3:10pm
1.1. Approval of the Agenda
R/2023-S(C)-027
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
THAT the agenda of the May 30, 2023, Special Council meeting be adopted.
2. GENERAL MATTERS
2.1 Resolution to Exclude the Public
R/2023-S(C)-028
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
THAT, pursuant to section 90 of the Community Charter, this meeting be closed to
the public as the subject matters being considered relate to the following:
90(1)(a) – personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or
is being considered for a position as an officer, employee or agent of the
municipality or another position appointed by the municipality;
3. MINUTES – Nil
4. NEW BUSINESS
Special Council (to Close) Meeting Minutes
May 30, 2023
Page 2 of 2
Document: 3363787
4.1 Board Appointments
Closed to the public pursuant to section 90(1)(a) of the Community Charter.
5. INFORMATION ITEMS
6. ITEMS TO BE RELEASED FROM CLOSED STATUS
7. ADJOURNMENT – 3:39 pm
_______________________________
D. Ruimy, Mayor
Certified Correct:
___________________________
S. Hartman, Chief Administrative Officer
Document: 3409434
City of Maple Ridge
Regular Council Meeting Minutes
May 23, 2023
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held virtually and hosted in Council Chambers on May
23, 2023, at 7:00 pm at City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC for the purpose of
transacting regular City business.
PRESENT
Elected Officials
Mayor D. Ruimy
Councillor K. Carreras
Councillor O. Dozie
Councillor J. Dueck
Councillor S. Schiller
Councillor A. Yousef
ABSENT
Councillor J. Tan
Appointed Staff
S. Labonne, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
A. Nurvo, Deputy Corporate Officer
D. Schmidt, Interim Corporate Officer
Other staff as required
A. Dhillon, Committee Clerk
C. Goddard, Director of Planning
C. Howes, Clerk 3
J. Kim, Computer Support Specialist
Z. Lifshiz, Director of Strategic Development, Communications,
and Community Engagement
C. Nolan, Deputy Director of Finance
W. Oleschak, Director of Engineering Operations
F. Smith, Director of Engineering
T. Thompson, Director of Finance
T. Westover, Director of Economic Development
Note: These Minutes and a video of the meeting are posted on the City’s Web Site at
https://mapleridge.primegov.com/public/portal
Note: Mayor Ruimy and Councillor Yousef participated in the meeting electronically.
1. CALL TO ORDER – 7:00 pm
1.1 Territory Acknowledgement
The Chair provided the land acknowledgement.
2. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA - Nil
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.1 Approval of the Agenda
R/2023-CM-103
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
THAT the agenda for the May 23, 2023, Regular Council meeting be approved.
4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4.1 Minutes
R/2023-CM-104
Regular Council Meeting Minutes
May 23, 2023
Page 2 of 4
Document:3409434
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
THAT the following minutes be adopted as circulated:
Special (to Close) – April 25, 2023
Regular Council – May 9, 2023
Report of Public Hearing – May 16, 2023
5. PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL - Nil
6. DELEGATIONS - Nil
7. CONSENT AGENDA
R/2023-CM-105
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
THAT the items contained in the May 23, 2023, Regular Council Consent Agenda be
received into the record.
7.1 2023 Council Expenses
Staff report dated May 23, 2023, listing Council expenses recorded to April 30, 2023.
7.2 Disbursements for the month ended April 30, 2023
Staff report dated May 23, 2023, recommending that the disbursements for the month
ended April 30, 2023, be received for information.
7.3 Development Agreements Committee Minutes
May 10, 2023
7.4 Transportation Advisory Committee Minutes
May 26, 2022
June 15, 2022
February 22, 2023
7.5 Advisory Design Panel Minutes
November 16, 2022
January 18, 2023
March 22, 2023
April 12, 2023
7.6 Community Heritage Commission Minutes
September 8, 2022
January 26, 2023
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – Nil
9. BYLAWS
Item 9.1 is from the Public Hearing of May 16, 2023
9.1 THIRD READING: 2021-530-RZ, 11410 297 Street
The subject application is to permit the rezoning to allow the future construction of a
Fourplex.
Regular Council Meeting Minutes
May 23, 2023
Page 3 of 4
Document:3409434
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7816-2021
To rezone the subject property from RS-1 (Single Detached Residential) to RT-2
(Ground-Oriented Residential Infill).
R/2023-CM-106
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
That Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7816-2021 be given third reading.
10. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
10.1 2023-052-RZ, 22238 124 Avenue, RS-1 to RM-4
Staff report dated May 16, 2023, recommending that Zone Amending Bylaw No.
7922-2023, to rezone from RS1 (Single Detached Residential) to RM4 (Medium
Density Townhouse and Apartment Residential), to permit the future construction
of a townhouse development with 26 market strata dwelling units, be given first
reading and that the applicant provide further information as outlined in the report.
R/2023-CM-107
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
1. That Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7922-2023 be given first reading; and further
2. That the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules (A, C, D,
and E) of Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999.
10.2 Award of Contract: 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Program – Phase One
Staff report dated May 16, 2023, recommending that the 2023 Pavement
Rehabilitation Program – Phase One contract be awarded to Jack Cewe
Construction Ltd., that a contingency for adjustments be approved, and that the
Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the contract.
R/2023-CM-108
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
That the 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Program - Phase One contract be awarded to
Jack Cewe Construction Ltd. in the amount of $1,384,841.85, plus applicable taxes;
and
That a contingency for any adjustments, including changes and agreed to extra work
in the contract up to 15% of the value of the contract ($207,726.28 excluding taxes),
be approved; and further
That the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the contract.
11. STAFF REPORTS - Nil
12. OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT – Nil
13. PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD
There were no questions for or comments to Council from members of the public.
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14. MAYOR AND COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
Mayor and Council reported on various events and activities.
15. NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS - Nil
16. ADJOURNMENT – 7:18 pm
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S. Schiller, Chair
Certified Correct:
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D. Schmidt, Interim Corporate Officer
City of Maple Ridge
Agricultural Advisory Committee
MEETING MINUTES
June 23, 2022 Regular Meeting
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Agricultural Advisory Committee,
held via Zoom teleconference on June 23, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
____________________________________________________________________________________
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Alec Biln, Chair Member at Large
Jeff Laity, Vice Chair Member at Large
Lorraine Bates Agricultural Fair Board Representative
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Adam Rieu Staff Liaison, Planner 1
Darlene Slevin Recreation Coordinator – Volunteer & Special Events
Arsh Dhillon Committee Clerk
COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT
Councillor Gordy Robson Council Liaison
Alex Pope Fraser North Farmers Market Society Representative
Conley Keyes B.C. Ministry of Agriculture (Non-voting member)
1.CALL TO ORDER – 7:03 pm
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
R/2022-AAC-010
It was moved and seconded
That the agenda for the June 23, 2022 Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting be approved as
circulated with amendment to remove Item 4.3.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3.ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
R/2022-AAC-011
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the April 28, 2021 Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting be adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4.DELEGATIONS
4.1. Metro Vancouver climate 2050 Agriculture Roadmap – Carla Stewart
A.Biln, Chair, introduced Carla Stewart, Senior Planner of Agriculture and Food Security at
Metro Vancouver. C. Stewart presented the Draft Climate 2050 Agriculture Roadmap. Topics
including: Metro Vancouver’s climate change response plan, clean air plan, and impacts of
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climate change on agriculture and urban land uses. C. Stewart highlighted the strategies for
action: protection of agriculture land, supporting farmers as climate action leaders, supporting
long-term farm health and resilience, and enabling long-term investment in agriculture. Adam
Rieu, Staff Liaison/Planner 1, asked if the plan addressed the lack of productivity of agriculture
land. C. Stewart stated that the perspective on production of agriculture land is important
because if land is not actively being used for growing, the land can be used in another
productive manner in terms of ecosystem health
Note: Susan Einarsson joined at 7:06 pm.
4.2. Parks, Recreation and Culture: Master Plan – Darlene Slevin
A. Biln, Chair, introduced Darlene Slevin, Recreation Coordinator. D. Slevin presented the
Parks, Recreation & Culture Master Plan. Topics included: methods of engagement with
stakeholders and the importance of the plan to create better approaches going forward with
the increasing population in the City of Maple Ridge. D. Slevin shared contact information with
the Agriculture Advisory Committee for members to be able to share feedback regarding the
Master Plan.
4.3. Municipal Advisory Committee Accessibility and Inclusiveness: Accessibility and Inclusiveness
Framework – Petra Frederick
This item was removed from the agenda.
5.NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.1. Speaker Series – Young Agrarians
A.Rieu, Staff Liaison/Planner 1, provided an overview of the goals and framework of the Young
Agrarian Organization. The Agriculture Advisory Committee discussed how the committee could
facilitate engagement between the Young Agrarian Organization and the community.
5.2. Community Gardens
A.Rieu, Staff Liaison/Planner 1, provided an overview of the multiple roles and administration
responsibilities of community gardens. A. Rieu, Staff Liaison/Planner 1, provided an example
of a successful community garden in another Metro Vancouver jurisdiction – Burnaby, British
Columbia. The Agricultural Advisory Committee hopes to have a guest speaker at a future
Agricultural Advisory Committee regular meeting to discuss how to develop and maintain a
successful community garden.
5.3. Country Fest Grant Application
L.Bates, Agricultural Fair Board Representative, provided a brief overview of the Country Fest
Grant Application. The Country Fest Grant Application required a motion and vote, but the
Agriculture Advisory Committee lost quorum when L. Bates removed herself from the vote due
to a conflict of interest. The Agricultural Advisory Committee will be holding a Special Meeting in
July 2022 to discuss this item.
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6.LIAISON UPDATES
6.1. Staff Liaison – NIL
6.2. Council Liaison – NIL
7.TASK FORCE UPDATES
7.1. 2021 Food and Garden Contest
A.Rieu, updated the Agriculture Advisory Committee that the deadline for submission to the
2021 Food and Garden Contest has closed. The Agriculture Advisory Committee will be
requesting applicants to submit photos of their gardens to be judged in September 2022.
8.QUESTION PERIOD FOR THE PUBLIC – NIL
S. Einarsson commented on the community garden segment.
9.ROUNDTABLE
10.ADJOURNMENT – 8:03 p.m.
Alec Biln, Chair
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Agricultural Advisory Committee
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
The Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Agricultural Advisory Committee (AAC),
held via Zoom teleconference on July 5, 2022 at 5:00 pm.
____________________________________________________________________________________
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Councillor Gordy Robson
Alec Biln, Chair Member at Large
Jeff Laity, Vice-Chair Member at Large
Alex Pope Fraser North Farmers Market Society
Lorraine Bates Agricultural Fair Board Representative
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Adam Rieu Staff Liaison & Planner 1
Arsh Dhillon Committee Clerk
ABSENT
Conley Keyes Ministry of Agriculture and Lands Representative
1.CALL TO ORDER – 5:00 pm
2.NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2.1. Country Fest Grant Application
L. Bates, Agricultural Fair Board Representative, provided the Agricultural Advisory
Committee with an overview of the Country Grant Fest Application. L. Bates requested
financial support OF $1500 from the Agricultural Advisory Committee so Maple Ridge-Pitt
Meadows Agricultural Association can continue to promote and support the agricultural
programs in the community.
Note: L. Bates declared a conflict of interest because she is a member of the Maple Ridge-Pitt
Meadows Agricultural Association. L. Bates left the meeting after making the declaration and was
called back after the vote on the motion was taken.
R/2022-AAC-12
It was moved and seconded
That the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Agricultural Association be granted $1500 for the Maple
Ridge-Pitt Meadows Country Fest.
CARRIED UNAMIMOUSLY
3.QUESTION PERIOD – NIL
4.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 5:09 pm.
The next regular meeting of the Agricultural Advisory Committee will be held on Thursday,
September 29, 2022 at 7:00 pm.
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Agricultural Advisory Committee
MEETING MINUTES
September 29, 2022 Regular Meeting
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Agricultural Advisory Committee,
held via Zoom teleconference on September 29, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
____________________________________________________________________________________
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Councillor Gordy Robson Council Liaison
Jeff Laity Member at Large
Lorraine Bates Agricultural Fair Board Representative
Caden Knudson Fraser North Farmers Market Society Representative, Alternate
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Adam Rieu Staff Liaison, Planner 1
Diana Hall Planner 2
Arsh Dhillon Committee Clerk
COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT
Alec Biln Member at Large
Conley Keyes B.C. Ministry of Agriculture (Non-voting member)
1.CALL TO ORDER – 7:00 pm
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
R/2022-AAC-013
It was moved and seconded
That the agenda for the September 29, 2022 Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting be
approved as circulated.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3.ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
3.1. June 23, 2022
R/2022-AAC-014
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the June 23, 2022 Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting be adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3.2. July 5, 2022
R/2022-AAC-015
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the July 5, 2022 Agricultural Advisory Committee special meeting be
adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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4.DELEGATIONS
4.1. Community Gardens – Diana Hall
D.Hall, Planner 2, presented on Community Gardens. Topics included: examples from other
municipalities, strategies, designs, community engagement, maintenance and the benefits of
community gardens. The Agricultural Advisory Committee engaged in discussion, asked
questions and provided feedback.
5.NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.1. Committee Membership Review
A.Dhillon, Committee Clerk, provided an update on the AAC membership recruitment process
and progress.
5.2. 2023 Work Plan – NIL
6.LIAISON UPDATES – NIL
7.TASK FORCE UPDATES
7.1. 2022 Food and Garden Contest - NIL
8.QUESTION PERIOD FOR THE PUBLIC – NIL
9.ROUNDTABLE - NIL
10.ADJOURNMENT – 7:44 PM
Jeff Laity, Vice Chair
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Agricultural Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
February 16, 2023
The Minutes of the Regular Agricultural Advisory Committee Meeting held via Zoom teleconference on
February 16, 2023 at 7:00 pm.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Councillor Ahmed Yousef
Alec Biln, Chair
Alli Di Giovanni, Vice Chair
Bhupinder Johar
Jeff Laity
Alex Pope
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Adam Rieu
Arsh Dhillon
ABSENT Conley Keyes
1.CALL TO ORDER -7:00 pm
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
R/2023-MC-001
It was moved and seconded
Council Liaison
Member at Large
Member at Large
Member at Large
Member at Large
Fraser North Farmers market Society Representative
Staff Liaison, Planner 1
Committee Clerk
B.C. Ministry of Agriculture (Non-voting member)
That the February 16, 2023 Agricultural Advisory Committee agenda be approved as
circulated.
3.ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
R/2023-MC-002
It was moved and seconded
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
That the minutes of the Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting dated September 29, 2022
be adopted as circulated.
4.DELEGATIONS -NIL
5.NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.1. Welcome/Member Introductions
New and returning members introduced themselves to the group.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
mapleridge.ca
Note: J. Laity left the meeting at 7:08 pm
5.2. Advisory Committee Overview
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A. Dhillon, Committee Clerk, provided a general overview of Committee proceedings and
functions. A. Rieu, Staff Liaison, described the mandate and ongoing work of the Agricultural
Advisory Committee.
5.3. Chair and Vice Chair Selections
The Agricultural Advisory Committee appointed Alec Biln as Chair and Alli Di Giovanni as
Chair Vice for 2023.
R/2023-AAC-003
It was moved and seconded
That Alec Biln be appointed as Chair of the Agricultural Advisory Committee for 2023.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
R/2023-AAC-004
It was moved and seconded
That Alli Di Giovanni be appointed as Vice Chair of the Agricultural Advisory Committee for
2023.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.4. 2023 Meeting Schedule
The Agricultural Advisory Committee adopted the 2023 meeting schedule.
R/2023-AAC-005
It was moved and seconded
That the 2023 Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting schedule be adopted as circulated.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.5. 2023 Draft Work Plan
The Agricultural Advisory Committee approved the 2023 Agricultural Advisory Committee Work
Plan and forwarded the recommendations to Council for approval.
R/2023-AAC-006
It was moved and seconded
That the 2023 Agricultural Advisory Committee Work Plan be approved and forwarded to
Council for approval.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.6. 2023 Food Garden Contest
A. Rieu, Staff Liaison, provided an overview of the 2023 Food Garden Contest. Topics included:
judges, budgets, marketing, and process. Committee members engaged in discussion.
R/2023-AAC-007
It was moved and seconded
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That the Agricultural Advisory Committee create a Food Garden Task Force for the 2023
Food Garden Contest including Alli Di Giovanni, Bhupinder Johar, and Councillor Yousef.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.7. Inquiries and ALRApplications
A. Rieu, Staff Liaison, provided an overview of the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) in the City
of Maple Ridge. Topics included: land use inventory, agricultural inquires, and ALR
applications. Committee members engaged in discussion and requested clarification.
Note: J. Laity joined the meeting at 7:41 pm
6. LIAISON UPDATES
6.1. Staff Liaison -NIL
6.2. Council Liaison
Councillor Yousef provided an update on Council Strategic Planning and mandate.
7. TASK FORCE UPDATE -NIL
8. QUESTION PERIOD FOR THE PUBLIC-NIL
9. ROUNDTABLE
Committee members provided updates and reports on activities related to local agriculture.
10. ADJOURNMENT -8:02 pm
Arsh Dhillon, Acting Chair
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Tel. 604 432-6215 or via Email
CAOAdministration@metrovancouver.org
May 16, 2023
File: CR-12-01
Mayor Daniel Ruimy and Council
City of Maple Ridge
11995 Haney Place
Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9
VIA EMAIL: druimy@mapleridge.ca; phlavac-winsor@mapleridge.ca
Dear Mayor Daniel Ruimy and Council:
Land Use Designation Amendment to Metro 2050
Township of Langley – Gloucester Industrial Park
The Township of Langley is requesting a Type 3 Amendment to Metro 2050, the regional growth
strategy, for eight properties located at 26477, 26695, 26601, 26575, 26713 – 56 Avenue; 26500
Block of 56 Avenue; 5670 – 264 Street; and 5625 – 268 Street, totaling 14.59 hectares. The
proposed regional land use designation amendment would redesignate the site from Agricultural to
Industrial and move the Urban Containment Boundary to allow for the lands to be added to the
Gloucester Industrial Park.
At its April 28, 2023 regular meeting, the Board of Directors of the Metro Vancouver Regional
District (Metro Vancouver) adopted the following resolution:
That the MVRD Board:
a) initiate the regional growth strategy amendment process for the Township of
Langley’s requested regional land use designation amendment from Agricultural to
Industrial for the lands located at 26477, 26695, 26601, 26575, 26713 – 56
Avenue;26500 Block of 56 Avenue; 5670 – 264 Street; and 5625 – 268 Street;
b) give first, second, and third readings to “Metro Vancouver Regional District
Regional Growth Strategy Amendment Bylaw No. 1364, 2023”; and
c) direct staff to notify affected local governments as per section 6.4.2 of Metro 2050.
As required by both the Local Government Act and Metro 2050, the regional growth strategy
amendment process requires a minimum 45-day notification period to allow all affected local
governments and members of the public to provide comment on the proposed amendment.
Following the comment period, the MVRD Board will review all comments received and consider
adoption of the amendment bylaw.
Mayor Daniel Ruimy and Council, City of Maple Ridge
Land Use Designation Amendment to Metro 2050 Township of Langley – Gloucester Industrial Park
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The proposed amendment is a Type 3 amendment to Metro 2050, which requires that an
amendment bylaw be passed by the MVRD Board by a 50% +1 weighted vote. For more information
on regional growth strategy amendment procedures, please refer to Sections 6.3 and 6.4 in Metro
2050. A Metro Vancouver staff report providing background information and an assessment of the
proposed amendment regarding its consistency with Metro 2050 is enclosed.
You are invited to provide written comments on the proposed amendment. Please provide your
comments by July 4, 2023.
If you have any questions with respect to the proposed amendment, please contact Jonathan Cote,
Deputy General Manager, Regional Planning and Housing Development, by phone at 604-432-6391
or by email at jonathan.cote@metrovancouver.org.
Yours sincerely,
George V. Harvie
Chair, Metro Vancouver Board
GVH/JWD/hm
cc: Scott Hartman, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Maple Ridge
Chuck Goddard, Director of Planning, City of Maple Ridge
Jerry W. Dobrovolny, Commissioner/Chief Administrative Officer, Metro Vancouver
Heather McNell, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, Policy and Planning, Metro Vancouver
Jonathan Cote, Deputy General Manager, Regional Planning & Housing Development, Metro
Vancouver
Encl: Proposed Land Use Designation Amendment to Metro 2050, Township of Langley – Gloucester
Industrial Park
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More Information Regarding the Citys Requests
1) Bring forward legislation implementing the 2030 GHG cap on the gas sector
without further delay as committed to in the Provinces CleanBC plan and recently
reaffirmed by the Premier on March 14, 2023 with the launch of a new energy action
framework;
2) Launch an independent gas utility planning exercise that plots a course for
addressing an expected decline in throughput of gas grids and the transition of gas
grids towards transporting RNG and hydrogen to sectors and/or locations that are hard
to decarbonize, consistent with the Provinces 2030, 2040 and 2050 GHG emission
reduction targets, all leading to the increased role of electrification in building heating
and transport.
3) Reject the use of RNG and hydrogen in new construction to meet GHG limits in
the Step Code, so that the limited and costly supply of these alternative fuels can
be put to highest and best uses. RNG volumes are very limited and RNG may be the
only option for decarbonizing heavy industry and some portions of the transportation
sector. There are affordable low-carbon alternatives for heating new buildings. Heating
new buildings is not the highest and best use of limited RNG resources. In addition,
prioritizing electric heat pumps, including district energy heat pump applications, over
generating hydrogen gas from electricity is a more efficient use of BCs electricity
resources. The Climate Solutions Council identifies these issues as Opportunity #7:
Electrifying our Economy and Communities in their 2022 Annual Report.
4) Develop policies to assess, certify and track the GHG intensity of RNG, hydrogen
and other alternative gases B.C. needs a robust and credible system for assessing the
GHG intensity of renewable gases and ensuring these fuels do not contribute further to
GHG emissions. Key issues include avoiding double-counting GHG credits and
minimizing fugitive methane emissions.
5) Reform the BCUC in the context of a changing climate to consider to:
consider and minimize lock-in and stranded investment risks when evaluating
capital plans, rate setting and extension policies for gas utilities including:
ensuring extension policies of gas utilities take into account reduced consumption
and stringent GHG limits for new construction;
using different depreciation rates and allowable returns on equity for new
investments commensurate with the uncertainty over useful life and stranding risk;
ensuring non-pipe alternatives are adequately considered as alternatives to
maintaining and/or upgrading gas infrastructure, including local decommissioning
of gas infrastructure in favour of electrification or district energy; and
considering provincial policy and credible independent studies into the future role
of hydrogen when considering hydrogen or hydrogen-ready infrastructure
proceedings should be guided by a framework or set of guidelines that do not
impact or limit the jurisdiction and authority of local governments without
provincial direction.
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The Climate Solutions Council identifies these issues as Opportunity #7: Electrifying
our Economy and Communities in their 2022 Annual Report, asking the Province to
identify an appropriate role for the BCUC in supporting BCs clean energy transition.
6) Bring forward legislation and other regulatory changes specific to the heat
transition similar to recent initiatives implemented or proposed in the UK,
Netherlands, Germany, France and New York State, among others, which would
among other things:
recognize the unique role for district energy systems in the energy transition;
establish a distinct BCUC regulatory framework for public district energy systems
that is more aligned with their small scale and localized nature;
provide incentives and resources to support the development of local heat plans to
coordinate and optimize incremental investments in gas, electric and district energy
infrastructure, as well as spatially targeted retrofit and fuel switching programs and
incentives.
provide incentives and fairer tax treatment for low-carbon district energy systems,
including addressing the unequal burden from property taxes and PST on these
systems
7) Require that a minimum percentage of low-carbon methane-based fuels (i.e. up to
100%) be produced within BC. Currently there is no requirement that low-carbon
gases be produced and procured within B.C. and as a result, FortisBC has sought out
low-cost supply in other provinces and in the US. This may help reduce renewable gas
prices but it also limits the ability of B.C. workers to benefit from investments in new
low-carbon gas production. Procuring out-of-Province gases is a risk because since
they are limited resources and it is anticipated that net-zero state- or federal-level
commitments in other jurisdictions are likely to affect long-term supply and prices for
consumers in B.C. Mandating that a minimum share of gas utilities low-carbon gases
be produced within B.C. would also drive employment opportunities in B.C. and
manage the impacts of the energy transition on B.C.s workforce. The Climate
Solutions Council identifies these issues as Opportunity #8: Minimizing Reliance on
Offsets in their 2022 Annual Report.
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TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
City of Maple Ridge
His Worship Mayor Dan Ruimy
and Members of Council
Chief Administrative Officer
First and Second Reading
Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7925-2023
28304 96 Avenue
MEETING DATE: June 6, 2023
FILE NO: 2023-059-RZ
MEETING: C o W
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
An application has been received for rezoning a portion of the subject property located at 28304 96
Avenue from RS-3 (Single Detached Rural Residential) and P-4 (Place of Worship) to RS-3 (Single
Detached Rural Residential). The purpose of this application is to allow the change of use of the
existing building from a place of worship (church) to a single-family dwelling.
Given that no further development of the site beyond the change of use of the existing building is
requested through this application, no requirement is applicable prior to final adoption of this
rezoning application. Therefore, the Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7925-2023 may proceed to first and
second readings concurrently, and be forwarded to Public Hearing, followed by third reading and
final adoption.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7925-2023 be given first and second readings, and forwarded to
Public Hearing;
DISCUSSION:
1. Background Context:
Applicant:
Legal Description:
OCP:
Existing:
Proposed:
OCP Major Corridor:
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MOHAMMAD AFROUSHE
Lot 10 District Lot 439 Group 1 New Westminster District
Plan 46269
Rural Residential
Rural Residential
No
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Zoning:
Existing:
Proposed:
Surrounding Uses:
North:
South:
East:
West:
Existing Use of Property:
Proposed Use of Property:
Site Area:
Access:
Servicing Requirement:
2. Background:
RS-3 (Single Detached Rural Residential) &
P-4 (Place of Worship)
RS-3 (Single Detached Rural Residential)
Use:
Zone:
Designation:
Use:
Zone:
Designation:
Use:
Zone:
Designation:
Use:
Zone:
Designation:
Single Detached Residential
RS-3 (Single Detached Rural Residential)
Rural Residential
Vacant Lot
RS-3 (Single Detached Rural Residential)
Rural Residential
Single Detached Residential
RS-3 (Single Detached Rural Residential)
Rural Residential
Single Detached Residential
RS-3 (Single Detached Rural Residential)
Rural Residential
Single Detached Residential and Place of Worship
Single Detached Residential
0.32 hectares (0.80 acres) Entire Lot
96 Avenue
Rural Standard
The subject site is a split zoned lot, inlcuding the RS-3 and P-4 zones. The west portion of the site
that is approximately 0.14 hectares (0.35 acres) in size and that contains the building is zoned P-4.
The remainder of the site is zoned RS-3. The existing building operated as a church but has not
been used as a Place of Worship or church for several years.
In 2021, the applicant purchased the property as a single-family dwelling. Subsequently, he began
renovation of the building without obtaining the required building permits.
In the Fall of 2022, the City became aware of the renovations that were being done without the
building permit. The Building Department attended the property and issued a stop work order until
proper permits are obtained. It was during this process that the applicant was made aware that
what he had purchased under the impression of being a single-family dwelling, was in fact a church.
As such, rezoning of the property to allow the change of use from place of worship to single detached
residential use became necessary to allow the use of the building for residential purposes.
3. Project Description:
The subject site located at 28304 96 Avenue is a rectangular lot and is bounded by single-family
residential properties to the north, east and west. To the south of the property is a vacant lot. The
portion of the lot that the building is located on is relatively flat. There are some steep slopes at the
rear of the property and some significant trees at the front and the rear of the property that would
not be impacted by the rezoning application. The property is being accessed from 96 Avenue (see
Appendices A and B).
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4. Planning Analysis:
i) Official Community Plan:
The OCP designates the entire subject property as Rural Residential. Under this designation, a
rezoning of the P-4 zoned portion of the property to RS-3 to allow a single-family dwelling is
supported.
ii) Zoning Bylaw:
This application is to rezone the west portion of the subject site from RS-3 and P-4 to RS-3 to allow
the change of use of the existing building from a place of worship (church) to a single-family dwelling
(see Appendix C). The eastern portion of the property will remain zoned RS-3.
iii) Proposed Variances:
A Development Variance Permit application is required for this project and involves the following
relaxation (See Appendix D)
• To reduce the west Interior Lot Line Setback form 1.50 m (4.9 ft.) to 1.38 m (4.5 ft.)
The requested variance to the RS-3 zone will be subject of a future Council report.
iv) Advisory Design Panel:
A Form and Character Development Permit is not required for a single-family dwelling; therefore, this
application does not need to be reviewed by the Advisory Design Panel.
v) Development Information Meeting:
A Development Information Meeting is not required for this application because no further
development is proposed beyond what is existing on the site and the proposed change of use is in
compliance with the OCP.
5. Interdepartmental Implications:
i) Environmental Section:
The Environmental section was consulted and there were no concerns identified for the rezoning of
this property.
ii) Engineering Department:
The Engineering Department was consulted and there were no concerns identified for the rezoning
of this property.
iii) Building Department:
The Building Department listed a number of issues that would be addressed through the building
permit process but were of no concerns for the rezoning of this property.
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CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that first and second reading be given to Zone Amending Bylaw 7925-2023, and
that application be forwarded to Public Hearing. Afterwards, this proposal may proceed to third
reading and then adoption given that no requirements should be fulfilled by the applicant before
final adoption of the rezoning application.
"Original Signed by Rosario Alvarado"
Prepared by: Rosario Alvarado
Planning Technician
"Original Signed by Scott Hartman"
Concurrence: Scott Hartman
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A -Subject Map
Appendix B -Ortho Map
Appendix C -Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7925-2023
Appendix D -Site Plan
Appendix E -OCP Map
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"Original Signed by Charles R. Goddard"
Reviewed by: Charles R. Goddard, BA, MA
Director of Planning
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DATE: May 15, 2023 BY:AL
CITY OF MAPLE RIDGE
BYLAW NO. 7925-2023
A Bylaw to amend Schedule 'A' Zoning Map forming part of
Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019 as amended
APPENDIXC
WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019 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. 7925-2023."
2. That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as:
Lot 10 District Lot 439 Group 1 New Westminster Land District Plan 46269
and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 2009, a copy of which is attached hereto and
forms part of this Bylaw, is hereby rezoned to RS-3 (Single Detached Rural Residential).
3. Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 7600-2019 as amended and Map 'A' attached thereto are
hereby amended accordingly.
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