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COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA
October 24, 2023
11:00 AM
Virtual Online Meeting including Council Chambers
The purpose of the Council Workshop is to review and discuss policies and other items of interest to
Council. Although resolutions may be passed at this meeting, the intent is to make a consensus decision
to send an item to Council for debate and vote or refer the item back to staff for more information or
clarification.
The meeting is live streamed and recorded by the City of Maple Ridge
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.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
3.MINUTES
3.1 Adoption of Minutes – October 10, 2023
4.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL
5.UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
5.1 City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 20242034
Comprehensive update to the 2013 Heritage Plan to provide the City with an
effective plan for the next 10 years.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 20242034 be endorsed.
5.2 North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Review – Scoping Report
Proposed targeted land use and servicing review of the southern portion of North
East Albion Area to refresh the land use plan to reflect current market conditions
and Council aspirations.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the land use review and public consultation process, as outlined in Section
2.2 of the report titled “North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Review–
Scoping Report” and dated October 24, 2023, be endorsed.
5.3 2023217RZ, Public Hearing Waiver Procedures Bylaw No. 79542023
Staff presentation
5.4 Seasonal Curbside Patio Program and Guidelines
A Seasonal Curbside Patio Program has been developed to modernize and clarify
requirements and guidelines for patios utilizing public right of way in the City of
Maple Ridge.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT Council endorse the Seasonal Curbside Patio Program and Guidelines for
implementation in Spring 2024.
THAT Council direct Staff to issue notices for the removal of temporary curbside
patios located in the public Right of Way (public parking areas) by November 10,
2023 in preparation for the new Seasonal Curbside Patio Program launch in
Spring of 2024.
5.5 Community Emergency Preparedness Fund – Maple Ridge ClimateRelated Multi
Hazard Risk Assessment
Requesting Council authorization to seek funding from the Union of BC
Municipalities (UBCM) through their Community Emergency Preparedness Fund
(CEPF) Disaster Risk Reduction Climate Adaptation (ORRCA) funding stream
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the City of Maple Ridge be authorized to submit the application for “Maple
Ridge ClimateRelated MultiHazard Risk Assessment” to the UBCM Community
Emergency Preparedness Fund, Disaster Risk Reduction – Climate Adaptation
stream, and provide overall grant management, if awarded funding.
6.CORRESPONDENCE
7.BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST / QUESTIONS FROM
COUNCIL
8.MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
9.ADJOURNMENT
City of Maple RidgeCOUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDAOctober 24, 202311:00 AMVirtual Online Meeting including Council ChambersThe purpose of the Council Workshop is to review and discuss policies and other items of interest toCouncil. Although resolutions may be passed at this meeting, the intent is to make a consensus decisionto send an item to Council for debate and vote or refer the item back to staff for more information orclarification. The meeting is live streamed and recorded by the City of Maple Ridge1.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.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA3.MINUTES3.1 Adoption of Minutes – October 10, 20234.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL5.UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS5.1 City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 20242034Comprehensive update to the 2013 Heritage Plan to provide the City with an
effective plan for the next 10 years.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 20242034 be endorsed.
5.2 North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Review – Scoping Report
Proposed targeted land use and servicing review of the southern portion of North
East Albion Area to refresh the land use plan to reflect current market conditions
and Council aspirations.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the land use review and public consultation process, as outlined in Section
2.2 of the report titled “North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Review–
Scoping Report” and dated October 24, 2023, be endorsed.
5.3 2023217RZ, Public Hearing Waiver Procedures Bylaw No. 79542023
Staff presentation
5.4 Seasonal Curbside Patio Program and Guidelines
A Seasonal Curbside Patio Program has been developed to modernize and clarify
requirements and guidelines for patios utilizing public right of way in the City of
Maple Ridge.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT Council endorse the Seasonal Curbside Patio Program and Guidelines for
implementation in Spring 2024.
THAT Council direct Staff to issue notices for the removal of temporary curbside
patios located in the public Right of Way (public parking areas) by November 10,
2023 in preparation for the new Seasonal Curbside Patio Program launch in
Spring of 2024.
5.5 Community Emergency Preparedness Fund – Maple Ridge ClimateRelated Multi
Hazard Risk Assessment
Requesting Council authorization to seek funding from the Union of BC
Municipalities (UBCM) through their Community Emergency Preparedness Fund
(CEPF) Disaster Risk Reduction Climate Adaptation (ORRCA) funding stream
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the City of Maple Ridge be authorized to submit the application for “Maple
Ridge ClimateRelated MultiHazard Risk Assessment” to the UBCM Community
Emergency Preparedness Fund, Disaster Risk Reduction – Climate Adaptation
stream, and provide overall grant management, if awarded funding.
6.CORRESPONDENCE
7.BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST / QUESTIONS FROM
COUNCIL
8.MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
9.ADJOURNMENT
City of Maple RidgeCOUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDAOctober 24, 202311:00 AMVirtual Online Meeting including Council ChambersThe purpose of the Council Workshop is to review and discuss policies and other items of interest toCouncil. Although resolutions may be passed at this meeting, the intent is to make a consensus decisionto send an item to Council for debate and vote or refer the item back to staff for more information orclarification. The meeting is live streamed and recorded by the City of Maple Ridge1.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.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA3.MINUTES3.1 Adoption of Minutes – October 10, 20234.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL5.UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS5.1 City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 20242034Comprehensive update to the 2013 Heritage Plan to provide the City with aneffective plan for the next 10 years.RECOMMENDATION:THAT the City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 20242034 be endorsed.5.2 North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Review – Scoping ReportProposed targeted land use and servicing review of the southern portion of NorthEast Albion Area to refresh the land use plan to reflect current market conditionsand Council aspirations.RECOMMENDATION:THAT the land use review and public consultation process, as outlined in Section2.2 of the report titled “North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Review– Scoping Report” and dated October 24, 2023, be endorsed.5.3 2023217RZ, Public Hearing Waiver Procedures Bylaw No. 79542023Staff presentation5.4 Seasonal Curbside Patio Program and GuidelinesA Seasonal Curbside Patio Program has been developed to modernize and clarifyrequirements and guidelines for patios utilizing public right of way in the City ofMaple Ridge.RECOMMENDATION:THAT Council endorse the Seasonal Curbside Patio Program and Guidelines forimplementation in Spring 2024.THAT Council direct Staff to issue notices for the removal of temporary curbsidepatios located in the public Right of Way (public parking areas) by November 10,2023 in preparation for the new Seasonal Curbside Patio Program launch inSpring of 2024.5.5 Community Emergency Preparedness Fund – Maple Ridge ClimateRelated MultiHazard Risk AssessmentRequesting Council authorization to seek funding from the Union of BCMunicipalities (UBCM) through their Community Emergency Preparedness Fund(CEPF) Disaster Risk Reduction Climate Adaptation (ORRCA) funding streamRECOMMENDATION:THAT the City of Maple Ridge be authorized to submit the application for “MapleRidge ClimateRelated MultiHazard Risk Assessment” to the UBCM CommunityEmergency Preparedness Fund, Disaster Risk Reduction – Climate Adaptationstream, and provide overall grant management, if awarded funding.
6.CORRESPONDENCE
7.BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST / QUESTIONS FROM
COUNCIL
8.MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
9.ADJOURNMENT
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City of Maple Ridge
COUNCIL WORKSHOP MINUTES
OCTOBER 10, 2023
The Minutes of the Council Workshop Meeting held virtually and hosted in the Council
Chambers on October 10, 2023, at 11:00 am at City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, 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
S. Labonne, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
C. Mushata, Director of Legislative Services and Corporate
Officer
A. Nurvo, Deputy Corporate Officer
Other Staff as Required
K. Anastasiadis, Manager of Intergovernmental Affairs (Online)
C. Andre, Computer Support Specialist
C. Bevacqua, Clerk 3
M. Best, Interim Director of Planning
Z. Lifshiz, Director, Strategic Development, Communications and
Public Engagement
C. Munialo, User Support Assistant
C. Nolan, Deputy Director of Finance
D. Olivieri, Manager of Corporate Planning and Consultation
V. Richmond, Director of Parks and Facilities
F. Smith, Director of Engineering
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: Councillor Dozie participated in the meeting electronically.
1. CALL TO ORDER – 11:01 am
1.1 Territorial Acknowledgement
The Mayor provided the territory acknowledgement.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
2.1 Approval of Agenda
R/2023-WS-056
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
THAT the agenda of the October 10, 2023, Council Workshop Meeting be approved
as circulated.
3. MINUTES
Council Workshop Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023
Page 2 of 2
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3.1 Adoption of Minutes
R/2023-WS-057
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
THAT the minutes of the September 26, 2023, Council Workshop Meeting be
adopted.
4. PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL - Nil
5. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
5.1 Strategic Plan Implementation Framework
Z. Lifshiz, Director, Strategic Development, Communications and Public
Engagement, and D. Olivieri, Manager of Corporate Planning and Consultation,
provided a presentation and staff responded to questions of Council.
Note: Councillor Dozie left the meeting at 12:17 pm and returned at 12:22 pm
and was absent for the vote on this item.
R/2023-WS-058
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
THAT Council approve the Key Results, listed in Attachment A of the Council report
titled ‘Strategic Plan Implementation Framework’ dated October 10, 2023.
6. CORRESPONDENCE – Nil
7. BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST/QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL – Nil
8. MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT – Nil
9. ADJOURNMENT – 12:22 pm
_______________________________
D. Ruimy, Mayor
Certified Correct
___________________________________
C. Mushata, Corporate Officer
City of Maple Ridge
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
His Worship Mayor Dan Ruimy
and Members of Council
Chief Administrative Officer
City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 2024-2034
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
MEETING DATE: October 24, 2023
FILE NO: 13-6850-01
MEETING: Workshop
The City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 2024-2034 (Appendix A) is a comprehensive update to the 2013
Heritage Plan to provide the City with an effective plan for the next 10 years. This Heritage Plan aligns with
the Official Community Plan and oµtlines Goals and Actions to assist in managing, maintaining, and
conserving valuable community heritage resources. The City of Maple Ridge has been stewards of heritage
since 1979 and has already enabled many provincial tools to help conservation of heritage resources. This
Plan builds on the many years of heritage stewardship and proposes to enhance the heritage program with
new modern initiatives in order to broaden the types of heritage resources being conserved.
Since the development of the 2013 Heritage Plan, there have been shifts in heritage conservation planning
theory and practice. As the global concept of what constitutes 'heritage' evolves, there has been recognition
for a much broader and deeper understanding of heritage through the recognition of community values. This
means that the conservation of heritage resources evolves with the community instead of being frozen in
time because community values also evolve over time.
This place is fortunate to contain numerous layers of heritage: the built heritage we experience daily, the
intangible heritage showcased in our communities through traditions and storytelling, the past that lies
beneath us through known and unknown archaeological sites; and the parks and water systems that make
up parts of our natural heritage.
The purpose of this report is to summarize and seek endorsement of the updated Heritage Plan that will
guide the conservation of heritage resources within Maple Ridge for the next ten years. The Heritage Plan
includes a refreshed Vision, five new overarching Goals, and fifty Actions. Conserving and celebrating a
community's heritage allows it to retain and convey a sense of its history as well as provides enrichment and
educational opportunities. Heritage conservation is also sustainable and supports initiatives such as landfill
reduction and conservation of embodied energy as it reinvests in existing infrastructure.
As heritage stewardship is a shared responsibility, Actions identified in the Heritage Plan will be achieved
over a ten-year period through the combined efforts of the City of Maple Ridge Council, various city staff in
multiple departments, the CHC, Maple Ridge Historical Society, Maple Ridge Museum & Archives, local First
Nations, key stakeholders, and community partnerships.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 2024-2034 be endorsed.
1.0 BACKGROUND:
Traditionally, the area of Maple Ridge was known by its Halkomelem name 'Z'wa?acstan' which translates
into 'place where the golden eagles are.' The cultural history of Maple Ridge reaches back millennia with the
ancestors of the Kwantlen and Katzie Peoples. This area has changed significantly since the first European
colonization in the 1850s and continues to become increasingly diverse with ongoing migration and
development.
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Heritage includes anything that is unique to or valued by a community that can be passed from generation
to generation. It can be built, natural, cultural, or social. The heritage of Maple Ridge residents shapes the
community's identity, establishes a distinct character, and contributes to the quality of life for its residents.
A "Heritage Plan" is a strategic plan that respects these cherished values and embeds them in its proposed
Vision, Goals, and Actions. It aligns with the Official Community Plan (OCP) and outlines Goals and Actions
that assist in managing, maintaining, and conserving valuable community heritage resources now and for
the future.
1.1 History of Strategic Heritage Planning
Local governments can manage their heritage resources through the legislative tools provided by Provincial
legislation, such as the Community Heritage Register, Heritage Designation Bylaws, and Heritage
Revitalization Agreements. Provincial legislation also enables municipalities to better integrate heritage
conservation into development and community planning processes through public art, protection of
significant views, tax exemptions, and alternatives to BC Building Code.
The City's heritage initiatives date back to 1979 with the passing of a Heritage Designation Bylaw to protect
Haney House. In 1989, Council established the Community Heritage Commission (CHC), which continues
advising Council on matters relating to heritage conservation. In 1994, the CHC lead the creation of the City's
first Heritage Strategic Plan to advance the heritage management of resources in the City. Maple Ridge's
first Heritage Strategy was endorsed by Council in 1995 and supported staff's and the CHC's workplan until
2013. From this Strategy, there were many key recommendations that created the foundation for Maple
Ridge's Heritage Program. These key recommendations resulted in:
• Establishment of the Heritage Inventory (1998);
• Establishment of a Community Heritage Register (2004);
• Adoption of heritage policies in the Official Community Plan (2004);
• Creation and adoption of the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Heritage Buildings Bylaw No. 6710-
2009;
• Adoption of the Parks Canada Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in
Canada (2009); and
• Creation and adoption of the Heritage Procedures Bylaw No. 6951-2012.
Since the establishment of the Maple Ridge Heritage Program, there have been significant shifts in heritage
conservation planning theory and practice. The global concept of what constitutes 'heritage' has evolved
from an architectural focus into a values-based system that recognizes values that are important to a
community.
1.2 2013 Heritage Plan Completed Work
The City's current Heritage Plan was endorsed on December 12, 2013, and has provided the City with a
strategic plan of action for the past 10 years. The 2013 Heritage Plan built on the success of the 1995
Heritage Plan and was developed through a community engagement process. The 2013 Heritage Plan
included forty-four actions items and below are some of the key action items that have been completed
through the 2013 Heritage Plan:
• Celebration of Canada 150 (2017);
• Updating the Heritage Inventory (2018);
• Updating the Heritage Register (2019);
• Digitizing historic municipal minutes, bylaws, assessment rolls, and collector rolls (2020); and
• Undertaking a full review of available legislative tools to incentives heritage conservation (2021).
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The update to the 2013 Heritage Plan is intended to:
• Provide an opportunity to assess aspects of the City's existing heritage program that are most
successful;
• Determine what needs to be re-focused for maximum effectiveness;
• Identify areas where new approaches or programs may be considered; and
• Outline a series of actions that best utilize existing resources.
2.0 DISCUSSION:
The updated Heritage Plan grew from engagement with the broader community, and reflects a community
values-based approach to cultural heritage resource management. The Heritage Plan has been based on an
analysis of the existing challenges and opportunities through consultation with City staff, community
stakeholders, heritage program participants, and the public.
This section provides and summary of the public engagement process and the updated Heritage Plan.
2.1 Engagement Process for Developing a Refreshed Heritage Plan
To refresh the Heritage Plan, a public engagement process was launched in Fall 2021. The public
engagement process was to help determine the current collective community heritage values and to
understand broad perspectives and aspirations related to heritage in Maple Ridge The public engagement
process included:
• A virtual Open House with a presentation introducing the project and community dialogue on October
6, 2021;
• An online public survey that was open from October 6, 2021 -November 21, 2021, to prompt
general community comments and expectations;
• Two meetings with Kwantlen First Nation were held in in late 2021 / early 2022;
• Meetings with stakeholders, such as the Museum and Archives staff; and
• Meetings with the Community Heritage Commission.
Summary of Engagement Results
The engagement process launched on October 6th, 2021, with a Virtual Open House where seven members
of the public attended and provided feedback on aspirations for the next iteration of the Heritage Plan.
Dialogue mainly focused on broadening the stories that are told, including telling difficult histories, and
starting on the path of truth and reconciliation with our Indigenous neighbours.
The survey opened the same day on October 6th and was open until November 21, 2021. A total of 51 people
filled in the survey. A summary of survey results can be found in Appendix B. The top cultural heritage
attributes most important to the community are as follows:
1. Built heritage (70% of respondents)
2. Archival Material, historic documents, objects (70% of respondents)
3. Archaeological sites and artifacts (66% of respondents)
4. Significant Events (65% of respondents)
5. Cultural Landscapes (57% of respondents)
6. Stories and Folklore (55% of respondents)
The survey also asked questions about existing action items that had not been completed and potential new
action items to help staff better understand residents' priorities. Overall, three themes emerged from the
feedback:
• Recognize truths of the past and the diverse history of Maple Ridge;
• Improve the management of heritage resources, such as properly storing archival material; and
• Support the community that is conserving heritage resources.
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T~e feedback heard during the engagement process was essential to preparing the draft plan. Once the
updated Heritage Plan was drafted, the draft was recirculated to stakeholders, including Museum and
Archives staff, Katzie First Nation, Kwantlen First Nation, and the Community Heritage Commission (CHC).
The CHC provided feedback at the September 14, 2023, meeting, and later endorsed the draft Heritage Plan
after minor amendments on October 6, 2023.
Additionally, the following committees received a high-level presentation on the draft Heritage Plan, which
included highlights of draft Actions that would be of most interest to the committee, and feedback was sought
on the proposed draft plan and action items:
• Mayor's Task Force on Climate Action -September 11, 2023
• Economic Development Advisory Committee -September 14, 2023
• Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee -September 27, 2023
2.2 Summary of the Updated Heritage Plan
The community values that emerged from the community engagement formed the foundation of the Heritage
Plan's refreshed Vision, five Goals, and fifty Actions. As heritage stewardship is a shared responsibility,
Actions identified in the Plan will be achieved over a ten-year period through the combined efforts of the City
of Maple Ridge Council and Staff, the CHC, Maple Ridge Historical Society, Maple Ridge Museum & Archives,
local First Nations, key stakeholders, and community partnerships.
The following Vision will guide the conservation of heritage resources in Maple Ridge until 2034.
As we plan for the future, we will respect our past by recognizing and celebrating all aspects of our rich
legacy including: indigenous presence; historic communities; rural lands; natural and cultural
landscapes; our unique cultural diversity and our memories and traditions.
Our Heritage Program will support the sustainable development of our urban structure and our rural
areas and assist in the development of a complete and healthy community. Our past, present and future
will be connected through community and cultural celebrations, partnerships and heritage activities
that will preserve our tangible and intangible heritage resources, provide educational opportunities and
enrich the lives of our citizens and visitors.
The five new overarching Goals within Heritage Plan are supported by policies within the Official Community
Plan (OCP). Within each Goal are Actions that have an associated timeframe for implementation ranging
from ongoing to long term (6-10 years). Below are the timeframes for implementation:
Ongoing Actions: underway and continuing (2024-2034)
t~ Short Term Actions: up to 3 years (2024-2026)
~; Medium Term Actions: 4-5 years (2026-2028)
Long Term Actions: 6-10 years (2028-2034)
Goal #1: Advance Reconciliation
The first Goal of the Heritage Plan is "Advance Reconciliation" and the intent of this goal is to work with local
Indigenous communities to help ensure the conservation of significant Indigenous heritage resources. Within
this Goal, there is only one ongoing Action that speaks to valuing and fostering relationships as the City works
towards truth and reconciliation. The Action identifies some of the ways in which the City can work with our
Indigenous neighbours to conserve Indigenous heritage resources, such as digitization projects and mapping
of significant archaeological sites.
Goal #2: Celebrate the City's Diverse Heritage
The second Goal of the Heritage Plan is to "Celebrate the City's Diverse Heritage" and the intent of this goal
is to collaborate with various groups and organizations to document and conserve heritage resources of all
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types (built, natural, social, cultural) and to develop specific programs to increase public awareness. Within
this Goal there are seven ongoing Actions and two short-term actions. Some of the Actions included are:
• Continuing to digitize the City and Community Archives,
• Explore criteria to identify intangible heritage, and
• Explore ways for the public to nominate all types of heritage resources for the heritage inventory.
Goal #3: Enhance Heritage Management
The third Goal of the Heritage Plan is to "Enhance Heritage Management" and the intent of this Goal is to
better enable tools under Provincial legislation to more effectively strengthen the conservation of heritage
resources in Maple Ridge. This Goal has the most Actions with nine ongoing Actions, eight short-term Actions,
six medium term Actions, and one long-term Action. Some of the Actions included are:
• Explore recycling and salvage requirements for the demolition of properties on the Heritage Register;
• In collaboration with local First Nations, support the City's exploration of ways to implement
applicable Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada;
• Migrate all properties from the Heritage Inventory to the Heritage Register with the consent of
property owners; and
• Undertake an Archival Records Strategy to coordinate the conservation of records between the City
and the Maple Ridge Museum and Archives.
Goal #4: Support Community Conservation
The fourth Goal of the Heritage Plan is to "Support Community Conservation" and the intent is to assist
groups, organizations, and individuals that are conserving heritage resources. Within this Goal there is one
ongoing Action and four short-term Actions. Some of the Actions included are:
• Continue to support the services and programs of the Maple Ridge Museum & Archives regarding
heritage and archaeological resource interpretation, conservation, promotion, and celebration; and
• Implement a financial heritage grant for private homeowners.
Goal #5: Support Heritage Education and Awareness
The firth Goal of the Heritage Plan is to "Support Heritage Education and Awareness" and the intent of this
Goal is to increase public support and interest in heritage conservation activities. Within this Goal there are
four ongoing Actions, four short-term Actions, and three medium-term Actions. Some of the Actions included
are:
• Explore developing a heritage centre as a focus of community heritage activities;
• Explore the develop oral history projects; and
• Explore landscape design options in public spaces that support plants, shrubs, and trees used in
period landscapes, such as Edwardian style gardens, that are also resilient to climate change.
3.0 TIMELINE & NEXT STEPS
Figure 1 outlines the process to developing the Heritage Plan 2024-2034. Should Council endorse the
updated Heritage Plan, Actions identified in the Plan will be achieved over a ten-year period, between 2024
and 2034, through the combined efforts of the City of Maple Ridge Council and Staff, the Community
Heritage Commission, Maple Ridge Historical Society, Maple Ridge Museum & Archives, local First Nations,
key stakeholders, and community partnerships.
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4.0 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT:
The proposed Heritage Plan 2024-2034 aligns with four of the five pillars of the 2023-2026 City of Maple
Ridge Strategic Plan.
• Updating the Heritage Plan aligns with the Engaged, Healthy Community priority as the Plan supports
fostering a sense of belonging and building community pride through actions such as, developing
criteria to support the conservation of intangible heritage and updating the Street Naming policy.
• Updating the Heritage Plan aligns with the Climate Leadership & Environmental Stewardship priority
as the Plan proposes actions to mitigate impacts of climate change through actions such as
developing recycling requirements for demolished heritage resources and developing information
handouts for Heritage Revitalization Agreements to encourage the retention of existing built heritage.
• Updating the Heritage Plan aligns with the Diversified, Thriving Economy priority as the Plan proposes
actions to maximize tourism through actions such as, exploring the development of a heritage centre
and improving wayfinding to cultural places.
The Heritage Plane 2024-2034 will replace the 2013 Heritage Plan and support other existing strategies
such as the Walking Together Culture Plan, Tourism Strategy, and the Parks, Recreation, & Culture Master
Plan.
5.0 DEPARTMENTAL IMPLICATIONS:
Staff will continue to work collaboratively with various departments, including Parks, Recreation & Culture,
Economic Development, Engineering, Building, and Information Technology to implement the Heritage Plan.
6.0 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Following endorsement of the Heritage Plan 2024-2034, actions and initiatives will be brought forward
through the regular Business Planning process over the next ten years to support implementation. Many of
the Actions identified in the Heritage Plan are actionable through departmental workplans and others will be
brought forward through incremental packages.
CONCLUSION:
The City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 2024-2034 (Appendix A) is a comprehensive update to the 2013
Heritage Plan to provide the City with an effective plan for the next 10 years. The community values that
emerged from the community engagement (Appendix B) formed the foundation of the Heritage Plan's
refreshed Vision, five Goals, and fifty Actions.
This report summarizes and seeks endorsement of the updated Heritage Plan that will assist in managing,
maintaining, and conserving valuable community heritage resources within Maple Ridge. Endorsement of
the Heritage Plan has no immediate financial implications. Implementation will be brought forward through
the Business Planning process over the next ten years through departmental workplans and incremental
packages.
As heritage stewardship is a shared responsibility, Actions identified in the Heritage Plan will be achieved
over a ten-year period through the combined efforts of the City of Maple Ridge Council, various city staff in
multiple departments, the CHC, Maple Ridge Historical Society, Maple Ridge Museum & Archives, local First
Nations, key stakeholders, and community partnerships.
The City of Maple Ridge has been stewards of heritage since 1979 and has already enabled many provincial
tools to help conservation of heritage resources. This Plans builds on the many years of heritage stewardship
and proposes to enhance the heritage program with new modern initiatives in order to broaden the types of
heritage resources being conserved.
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Conserving and celebrating a community's heritage allows it to retain and convey a sense of its history as
well as provides enrichment and educational opportunities. Heritage conservation is also sustainable and
supports initiatives such as landfill reduction and conservation of embodied energy as it reinvests in existing
infrastructure.
"Original Signed by Krista Gowan"
Prepared by: Krista Gowan, CAHP
Planner 2
"Original Signed by Marlene Best"
Reviewed by: Marlene Best, RPP, MBA
Interim Director of Planning
"Original Signed by Scott Hartman"
Concurrence: Scott Hartman
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A -City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 2024-2034
Appendix B -Summary of Community Survey Results
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APPENDIX A
2022
1982
1929
THE HERITAGE PLAN 2024-2034
lncorporat~d in 1874,
Maple Ridge·became the
fifth-oldest municipality in
British. Columbia.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ............................................................................................................. 4
1. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 5
2. BENEFITS OF HERITAGE .................................................................................................... 6
3. MAPLE RIDGE HERITAGE PROGRAM ......................................................................... ?
3.1 Heritage Bylaws ....................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Heritage Identification ......................................................................................................... 8
3.3 Heritage Policies and Tools ............................................................................................. 8
3.4 Strategic Plans and Programs ....................................................................................... g
4. POLICY AND ENABLING TOOLS ................................................................................. 10
4.1 Reconciliation .......................................................................................................................... 10
4.2 Federal Policy .......................................................................................................................... 11
4.3 Provincial Legislation ......................................................................................................... 12
4.3.1 Local Government Act ................................................................................................... 12
4.3.2 Heritage Conservation Act ......................................................................................... 13
4.3.3 Community Charter ......................................................................................................... 13
5. THE HERITAGE PLAN 2024-2034 ................................................................................ 14
5.1 Vision ............................................................................................................................................... 14
5.2 Goals ............................................................................................................................................... 14
5.3 Action Plan for Implementation ................................................................................. 15
5.4 Monitoring ................................................................................................................................. 26
APPENDIX A: DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................. 26
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ............................................................. : ............................................. 28
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The City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 2024-2034 is a comprehensive update of the 2013
Heritage Plan that has provided the City with an effective, sustainable, and realistic strategic
plan of action for the past ten years. The City has had a Heritage Plan that has guided the
conservation of its heritage resources since 1995.
This Heritage Plan is a strategic plan of action that aligns with the Official Community
Plan and outlines goals and actions that assist in managing, maintaining, and conserving
valuable community heritage resources now and for the future. To continue to conserve our
community's heritage as effectively as possible, the City's heritage initiatives were reviewed,
refocused, and reprioritized based on community input. local best practices, and other
significant guiding documents. Throughout this process, direction has also been taken from
the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UN DRIP) and the Truth
and Reconciliation (TRC) Findings and Calls to Actions.
Traditionally, the area of Maple Ridge was known by its Halkomelem name 'Z'wa?acstan'
which translates into 'place where the golden eagles are.' The cultural history of Maple Ridge
reaches back millennia with the ancestors of the Kwantlen and Katzie Peoples. The cultural
history of this area has changed significantly since the first European colonization in the 1850s
and continues to become increasingly diverse with ongoing migration and development.
The City is committed to working towards Reconciliation with our Indigenous neighbours and
nurturing a relationship through partnerships and joint initiatives.
This place is fortunate to contain numerous layers of heritage: the built heritage we
experience daily, the intangible heritage showcased in our communities through traditions
and storytelling, the past that lies beneath us through known and unknown archaeological
sites; and the parks and water systems that make up parts of our natural heritage. Conserving
and celebrating a community's heritage allows it to retain and convey a sense of its history
as well as provides enrichment and educational opportunities. Heritage conservation is also
sustainable and supports initiatives such as landfill reduction and conservation of embodied
energy as it reinvests in existing infrastructure.
The City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 2024-2034 contains a Vision that promotes conserving
a broad range of heritage resources and the following five overarching goals:
· GOAL #1: ADVANCE RECONCILIATION
· GOAL #2: CELEBRATE THE CITY'S DIVERSE HERITAGE
· GOAL #3: ENHANCE HERITAGE MANAGEMENT
· GOAL #4: SUPPORT COMMUNITY CONSERVATION
• GOAL #5: SUPPORT HERITAGE EDUCATION AND AWARENESS
Flowing from the Vision and Goals are 50 Implementation Actions to provide direction for the
Heritage Program for the next 10 years.
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The City of Maple Ridge is located on the traditional, unceded territory of the Katzie First
Nation and Kwantlen First Nation. Archeological data shows that Indigenous ancestors have
been stewards of this land and its heritage for at least 10,000 years. Traditionally, the area of
Maple Ridge was known by its Halkomelem name 'Z'wa?acstan' which translates into 'place
where the golden eagles are.'
The cultural history of this area has changed significantly since the first European colonization.
Colonial settlers began to arrive in the 1850s, establishing small communities, such as Port
Hammond, Port Haney, Whonnock, and Ruskin. When these communities came together and
incorporated in 1874, Maple Ridge became the fifth-oldest municipality in British Columbia.
Today, Maple Ridge continues to become increasingly diverse with ongoing migration and
development.
The City's heritage initiatives date back to 1979, with the municipal designation of Haney
House. The Community Heritage Commission was established in 1989 and continues advising
Municipal Council on matters relating to heritage conservation. other key initiatives have been
undertaken, including the establishment of a Community Heritage Register and the adoption
of heritage policies in the Official Community Plan.
Since the establishment of the Maple Ridge Heritage Program, there have been significant
shifts in heritage conservation planning theory and practice. The global concept of what
constitutes 'heritage' has evolved from an architectural focus into a values-based system
that recognizes a much broader and deeper understanding of cultural heritage and the
importance of intangible heritage values.
Heritage includes anything that is unique to or valued by a community. It can be anything
built, natural, cultural, or social that can be passed from generation to generation. Oral
histories, language, buildings, and landscapes are just some examples that contribute to
Maple Ridge's heritage.
The City of Maple Ridge Heritage Plan 2024-2034 is a comprehensive update of the Maple
Ridge Community Heritage Commission Heritage Plan 2013 that has served as a strategic
plan of action over a ten-year period.
The update process provided an opportunity to:
have dialogue with the community and foster relationships,
assess those aspects of the heritage program that are most successful,
determine what needs to be re-focused for maximum effectiveness, and
outline a series of actions that best utilize resources.
This Heritage Plan for the next ten years builds on the City's program of long-term
stewardship and intends to continue fostering and promoting the retention of unique aspects
of local heritage character and value, including historic buildings and structures, cultural
landscapes, and intangible resources.
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The "new· Fuller Watson building located at 224th Street and Lougheed Highway taken in late 1942just a~er the air raid siren was mounted
on the roof The store's original location was down the hill next door to the Bank of Montreal. -Maple Ridge Museum & Archives, Po9037
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Heritage conservation has many potential cultural, social and economic benefits. Each
community's heritage is distinct and can instill a sense of community identity and resident
pride. Conserving and celebrating a community's heritage helps us understand where we
have come from so that we can appreciate the continuity in our community from past to
present to future. Historic sites become physical landmarks and touchstones, and many other
intangible heritage features -such as traditions, events and personal histories -add to the
City's vibrancy and character. A broad range of heritage resources represents a legacy that
weaves a rich and unique community tapestry. Heritage conservation also provides business,
tourism, and conscious development opportunities.
The idea of conserving heritage to support sustainable initiatives is not new. Heritage
conservation has become connected with sustainability goals in which economic,
environmental. social, or cultural interests coincide to support common community goals.
Conserving heritage values supports initiatives such as landfill reduction and conservation
of embodied energy. It reinvests in existing infrastructure and promotes reduction of Green
House Gas emissions.
Heritage is also valuable for the City's economic environment and business. Heritage
conservation provides the opportunity for creative infill buildings and sympathetic additions
that can support cultural tourism. Though provincial tools, businesses can revitalize older
buildings by turning them into restaurants and shops while retaining the unique local context.
These businesses in return, draw residents and travelers, who look for "unique" or "local"
experiences when picking a destination. Investment in heritage conservation provides
economic stimulus that results in enhanced tax assessments, vibrant urban environments,
and education activities.
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Ariel view, City of Maple Ridge 2019. -Archive
The Official Community Plan (OCP Bylaw No. 7060-2014) outlines the long-term vision
for growth and development in Maple Ridge. Policies that guide the recognition,
management, and education related to heritage can be found in Section 4.1 of the
Official Community Plan and also in more neighbourhood focused Area Plans. Guided
by the Official Community Plan, the City's heritage planning initiatives are enabled
under the following framework.
3.1
HERITAGE BYLAWS
The following Bylaws have been enacted to support the Heritage Program:
Heritage Procedures Bylaw No. 6951-2012: provides a comprehensive framework
that establishes application procedures in respect of heritage conservation bylaws,
permits and agreements and to delegate Council powers to facilitate conservation.
Minimum Maintenance Standards for Heritage Buildings Bylaw No. 6710-2009:
communicates the minimum expectations regarding the maintenance of a legally
protected heritage property and ensures that designated heritage sites are
maintained and do not deteriorate through neglect.
Designation and Heritage Revitalizations Bylaws: provides legal protection through
a Municipal Heritage Designation Bylaw or a Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw,
which are intended to provide long-term protection to heritage property enabled
through the Local Government Act. A number of heritage properties in Maple Ridge
are protected by bylaw.
Maple Ridge Community Heritage Commission Bylaw No. 7588-2019: established
the Community Heritage Commission to advise Council on matters relating to
heritage conservation.
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HERITAGE IDENTIFICATION
Since the 1980s, there have been ongoing initiatives to identify and evaluate the
heritage resources of Maple Ridge, and to conserve, commemorate and celebrate
the city's history.
Community Heritage Register: here are currently 28 sites identified as having
heritage value that are listed on the Maple Ridge Community Heritage Register.
The City has had a Register since 1999. Listing on the Register provides access
to incentives enabled under provincial legislation. such as the BC Building Code,
Energy Efficiency Act and the Homeowner Protection Act.
Heritage Inventory: Listing a property, natural feature, landscape, etc. on the
Heritage Inventory does not provide any legal protection for the heritage resource.
However, the Heritage Inventory does provide a valuable planning tool that
helps identify candidates for more formal listings, protection, or recognition. In 1998,
the Community Heritage Commission (then the Heritage Advisory Committee)
published a comprehensive heritage inventory entitled The Heritage Resources of
Maple Ridge. In 2018, The Heritage Resources of Maple Ridge was updated and
now lists 125 sites, 27 cultural landscapes and 5 historic features. The Inventory
provides an identification of sites that may be of heritage value and includes sites
that are already protected or have identified heritage value.
City-Owned Heritage Sites: The City of Maple Ridge owns a number of sites
identified as possessing heritage value or having potential heritage value, including
Haney House Museum.
Maple Ridge Museum and Archives: Museum staff and volunteers collect, preserve,
and share the material culture and stories of Maple Ridge. Members of the public are
able to visit the museum and research various archival collections.
3.3
HERITAGE POLICIES AND TOOLS
The following policies and tools support the City's Heritage Program:
Tax Exemption -Heritage Sites Policy 5.23: Since 2010, five-year Tax Exemption
Agreements have been allowed for several sites under Section 225 (2) (b) of the
Community Charter.
Heritage Plaque Policy 6.07: The objective of the Heritage Plaque program is to
recognize the heritage value or heritage character of structures, sites, or landscape
features in Maple Ridge by installing heritage plaques on or nearby these items.
Standards and Guidelines: The Parks Canada Standards and Guidelines for the
Conservation of Historic Places in Canada were adopted in 2009 to guide the
conservation of protected heritage sites in Maple Ridge.
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Maple Ridge Cemetery on a misty morning in 2019-Geoff Mallory
3.4
STRATEGIC PLANS AND PROGRAMS
In addition to the Heritage Plan, the City has a number of other strategic plans that
reference heritage resources, and more broadly cultural heritage resources.
City of Maple Ridge Park, Recreation, and Culture Master Plan, 2023: contains
statements regarding the importance of community heritage conservation and
includes strategies to support heritage preservation and education.
Walking Together: Maple Ridge Culture Plan, 2018: outlines the strategic directions
for advancing and investing in the community's cultural development, including arts
services; festivals and events; programs; and facilities.
Maple Ridge Cemetery Master Plan, 2008: outlines recommendations and
implementation plan action items regarding the maintenance and upkeep of
municipal cemeteries. Cemeteries have become much more than just a final resting
spot. They are seen as spaces for the living as well, with community events
being held on their grounds (even weddings in some cases), and as park space
for passive recreation. Not only a part of family history and genealogy, cemeteries,
reflect community memory in a tangible way.
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RECONCILIATION
The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), which outlines
the basic rights and fundamental freedoms of the world's Indigenous Peoples, was adopted
by the UN General Assembly in 2007 and endorsed by the Government of Canada in 2016.
The Declaration was the result of decades of indigenous activism and growing momentum
in the global reconciliation movement. UNDRIP prohibits discrimination against indigenous
peoples and promotes full and effective participation in all matters that concern indigenous
peoples and their right to remain distinct and to pursue their own visions of economic and
social development.
In Canada, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) was active from 2008
to 2015, organized by parties of the Indian Residential Schools (IRS) Settlement Agreement.
The TRC was established with the purpose of documenting the history and lasting impacts
of IRS on Indigenous students and their families as well as provide residential school
survivors an opportunity to share their experiences during public and private meetings held
across the country. In June 2015, the TRC released a summary report of its findings and
94 Calls to Action to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance the process of
Canadian reconciliation. The Calls to Action were divided into two categories: 'Legacy' and
'Reconciliation.' The 'Legacy' section focused on redressing the harms resulting from the
IRS: the 'Reconciliation' section focused on creating better relations between the federal and
provincial governments of Canada and Indigenous nations, with an emphasis on creating a
reconciled relationship. In its final report. the TRC noted that meaningful engagement among
Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous Canadians would be key in advancing reconciliation.
In 2019, the Province of British Columbia passed the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous
Peoples Act (Declaration Act). The Declaration Act established UN DRIP as the Province's
framework for reconciliation, as called for by the TRC's Calls to Action, and proclaimed
UN DRIP as a standard of achievement to be pursued in a spirit of partnership and mutual
respect. Further support for Reconciliation is provided by the initiatives of the Indigenous
Heritage Circle, founded in 2016, and the ten standards and calls to action in Heritage BC's
Setting the Bar: A Guide to Achieve New Standards for Reconciliation within the Heritage
Sector, 2021.
Recognition and protection of an expanded range of heritage begins at the local level. For
example, on October 25, 2022, the City of Vancouver passed the UN DRIP Strategy, which
provides a framework for implementation under the BC Declaration Act.
The City of Maple Ridge is committed to moving forward on a path of Truth and Reconciliation
with our Indigenous neighbours.
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Truth and Reconciliation Day -Memorial Peace Park fvlaple Ridge
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FEDERAL POLICY
The federal government. in collaboration with provinces, territories and municipalities,
has played a role in the development of a national framework for conservation practice.
The Historic Places Initiative (HPI) is a pan-Canadian partnership consisting of a number
of interrelated elements. This includes a national heritage register called the Canadian
Register of Historic Places (CRHP), a comprehensive conservation guide titled the Standards
and Guidelines for Heritage Conservation in Canada, a standardized format for Statements
of Significance, and a certification process for project approval designed to ensure that
any work that is undertaken in exchange for federal incentives complies with approved
standards.
The CRHP is a searchable database containing listings of historic places of local, provincial,
territorial and national significance. The purpose of the CRHP is to identify, promote and
celebrate historic places. It also provides a valuable source of easily accessible and accurate
information for government authorities, land use planners, developers, the tourism industry,
educators, researchers, heritage professionals and the public.
The proliferation and development of municipalities Community Heritage Registers across
the country has had a significant impact in supporting the identification and management
of heritage assets locally, provincially and nationally. Maple Ridge has participated in local
HPI implementation through the establishment of a Community Heritage Register, the
preparation of Statements of Significance, and Council endorsement of the Standards and
Guidelines in 2009 as the guide for conservation of designated heritage in Maple Ridge.
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The Whitehead Property is an outstanding example of conservation to an early Craftsman bungalow in Hammond, Maple Ridge.
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PROVINCIAL LEGISLATION
Local governments can manage their heritage resources through the legislative tools
provided by provincial legislation, such as the Community Heritage Register, Heritage
Designation and Heritage Revitalization Agreements. These are some of the most
significant conservation tools that are available at the local level for the management of
heritage resources. Provincial legislation enables municipalities to better integrate heritage
conservation activities into the mainstream of development and community planning.
4 .3.1 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT
The Local Government Act (LGA) provides authority and legal framework and for local
governments to make decisions regarding land us for their community. The City of Maple
Ridge regulates land development through zoning, subdivision control. building bylaws, and
other regulatory mechanisms enabled under the LGA. Heritage incentives can be provided
through mechanisms including negotiated Heritage Revitalization Agreements. Heritage
designation bylaws and most of the tools that Maple Ridge will use to provide incentives
and regulations for the heritage program are enabled under Part 15: Heritage Conservation.
One of the tools that provides a basis for Maple Ridge's heritage program is a Community
Heritage Register, which is an official listing of properties having heritage value passed
by resolution of local government. Inclusion on a Register does not confer any other form
of permanent heritage protection, is not listed on the Land Title, and does not create any
financial liability for the local government. The Register may, however, be used to identify
properties for possible future protection and does enable a local government to withhold
approval and/or a demolition permit for a limited amount of time.
In addition to the tracking and regulatory powers implied by a Register listing, there are also
important incentives that can be offered to assist owners with conservation. Properties on
a Register are eligible for special provisions. including acceptable alternate solutions under
the B.C. Building Code. alternative compliance under the Energy Efficiency Requirements
and exemptions from the Homeowner Protection Act. Maple Ridge has already established
a Heritage Register that lists a variety of historically significant sites and has also enacted
legal protection on ten heritage sites.
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Kunio and Hiroshi Uim) Yoshizawa and Roy Tsuyuki (L) inside the Tsuyuki greenhouse surrounded by young tomato plants, 1937,
Maple Ridge Museum and Community Archives, Po3365
4.3.2 HERITAGE CONSERVATION ACT
The purpose of the Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) is to encourage and facilitate the
protection and conservation of heritage property in British Columbia. The Act provides tools
to maintain the heritage register for the currently known archaeological heritage sites in the
Province, as well as authorizing inspections and alterations of archaeological heritage sites.
The Province is committed to advancing its reconciliation mandate and upholding its
obligations set out in the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration
Act) through aligning provincial laws with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of
Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). In 2021, the Province launched the Heritage Conservation Act
Transformation Project, which includes broad engagement with Modern Treaty Nations, First
Nations, and key stakeholders on the HCA and its administration. This project is anticipated
to bring alignment between the HCA and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous
Peoples Act in order to transform the Act to better meet the needs of all British Columbians.
4.3.3 COMMUNITY CHARTER
The Community Charter provides municipalities with a framework for local activities and
services. This legislation applies to all municipalities whose core powers were previously
found in the Local Government Act and gives municipalities broad powers to regulate
activities within their communities.
The Permissive Tax Exemptions provisions in the Community Charter, that can be used for
facade improvement and heritage conservation projects, are listed below:
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Section 225: Permissive tax exemptions can be offered to "eligible property", as
defined by heritage protection. A rebate on municipal and provincial taxes can be
provided. There is no specified time limit to the exemption that can be negotiated.
Section 226: Permissive tax exemptions can be offered to revitalization projects. A
rebate can only be provided on municipal taxes and can be offered to any property.
There is a 10-year time limit to this exemption.
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Heritage stewardship is a shared responsibility, and the comprehensive framework for
focusing heritage efforts for the next decade will provide long-term direction for Council.
Staff, and the Community Heritage Commission.
The natural. cultural. tangible, and intangible cultural heritage of Maple Ridge continues to
shape the community's identity, establish a distinct character, and contribute to the quality of
life for its residents. The Heritage Plan respects these cherished values and embeds them in
its recommendations.
The Plan has been derived from consultation with the broader community, and reflects a
community values-based approach to cultural heritage resource management. The Plan has
been based on an analysis of the existing challenges and opportunities through consultation
with City staff, community stakeholders, heritage program participants and the public.
Significant community values emerged from the program of community consultation that
forms the foundation of the Plan's recommendations. The Vision, Goals and Actions of the
Heritage Plan have been developed to recognize the current challenges regarding heritage
conservation and take advantage of available opportunities.
5.1
VISION
The following Vision was developed through community consultation, and summarizes the
further review undertaken during the engagement process of the Heritage Plan.
A VISION FOR MAPLE RIDGE'S HERITAGE TO 2034 AND BEYOND
As we plan for the future, we will respect our past by recognizing and celebrating all aspects of
our rich legacy including: indigenous presence; historic communities: rural lands; natural and
cultural landscapes: our unique cultural diversity and our memories and traditions.
Our Heritage Program will support the sustainable development of our urban structure and
our rural areas and assist in the development of a complete and healthy community. Our past.
present and future will be connected through community and cultural celebrations, partnerships
and heritage activities that will preserve our tangible and intangible heritage resources, provide
educational opportunities and enrich the lives of our citizens and visitors.
5.2
GOALS
The following Goals provide a renewed focus for the City of Maple Ridge Heritage Program,
and invite the ongoing community participation in heritage initiatives:
GOAL #1: ADVANCE RECONCILIATION
GOAL #2: CELEBRATE THE CITY'S DIVERSE HERITAGE
GOAL #3: ENHANCE HERITAGE MANAGEMENT
GOAL #4: SUPPORT COMMUNITY CONSERVATION
GOAL #5: SUPPORT HERITAGE EDUCATION AND AWARENESS
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Tsuyuki park located 241A and 112St. fvlaple Ridge. Original location of Tsuyuki family farm purchached in 1919.
Honouring the legacy of the the Tsuyuki family and the presence of the pioneering Japanese community in fvlaple Ridge.
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Ongoing
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Short term
~~ '' Long term
5.3
ACTION PLAN FOR IMPLEMENTATION
The City of Maple Ridge is primarily responsible for the implementation of the Heritage
Program through various departments including Planning and Parks, Recreation, and
Culture. The Community Heritage Commission performs an active role in many aspects of
the Heritage Program, including advising Council and engaging with the community through
heritage information, education, and awareness. City Council, through its ongoing support
and approval of budgets and policies, provides the overall direction and authorization for the
implementation of the Plan. On an ongoing basis, community members have been active
participants or partners in the Heritage Program through involvement in heritage projects,
activities and events, and continue to demonstrate their support of heritage initiatives.
The Action Plan flows from the Vision and Goals of the Heritage Plan, which were
determined through a consensus-based consultative process. Action Items identified in the
Plan will be achieved over a ten-year period, between 2024 and 2034, through the combined
efforts of the City of Maple Ridge Council and Staff, the Community Heritage Commission,
Maple Ridge Historical Society, Maple Ridge Museum & Archives, local First Nations, key
stakeholders, individuals, and community partnerships. Implementation of the Plan would
benefit from a coordinated community effort to advance the goals of heritage conservation.
Each Action Item is also paired with a desired outcome to assist with evaluating the success
of each action item. However, it should be noted that there are some Action Items that are
impossible to measure, such as relationship building. The following Action Plan provides a
road map for how the goals of the Heritage Plan can be prioritized.
ACTION PLAN FOR IMPLEMENTATION
TIMEFRAME FOR IMPLEMENTATION:
Ongoing Actions: underway and continuing (2024-2034)
Short Term Actions: up to 3 years (2024-2026)
Medium Term Actions: 4-5 years (2026-2028)
Long Term Actions: 6-10 years (2028-2034)
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This public art piece, created by Kwantlen artist Phylis Atkins. is located at the heart of Telosky Stadium. This artwork. and others on
the site, serves as an important reminder of the history of this place and our first people's stewardship of these shared lands.
-Photo by: Oliver Rathonyi-Reusz, 2020.
GOAL 1: ADVANCE RECONCILIATION
OCP Policy 4 -39
Maple Ridge will work with local First Nations communities to help ensure the conservation of significant
First Nations heritage resources.
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The City of Maple Ridge recognizes that its municipal
boundaries overlap with the shared, traditional, and
unceded territories of the Katzie First Nation and
Kwantlen First Nation. We value and foster these
relationships as we are working towards Reconciliation
with our Indigenous partners. We commit to nurturing
a strong relationship with First Nations neighbours
through partnerships andjoint initiatives, such as
digitization of tangible and intangible heritage
resources, inclusive wayfinding language, and mapping
of significant archaeological sites.
Ongoing
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Improved understanding and
relationships through mutual and
respectful dialogue.
Enhanced understanding of
Indigenous cultural heritage issues
and values.
Better public education and
awareness about the broader
spectrum of Maple Ridge history.
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GOAL 2: CELEBRATE THE CITY'S DIVERSE HERITAGE
OCP Policy 4 -46
Maple Ridge will collaborate with the Community Heritage Commission, other local organizations, and
the general public in order to develop specific programs and to increase public support and interest in
heritage conservation activities.
OCP Policy 4 -38
Maple Ridge will work cooperatively with the Community Heritage Commission and other relevant
groups and organizations to establish an information database of all types of built, natural and cultural
heritage resources within the District, including evaluation criteria for each type. This inventory would
be updated on an ongoing basis evolving and responding to theoretical and practical changes in the
heritage arena.
Action Time Outcome
2.1 Continue to expand the scope and definition of the Ongoing Increased understanding of the
heritage context of Maple Ridge as broad, diverse. and • community's cultural heritage,
inclusive by identifying tangible sites and intangible t-:4 and values.
heritage that will represent a broader diversity and include ~--
other categories of potential heritage resources. Increased public education and
awareness about the broader
spectrum of Maple Ridge history.
2.2 Develop, review and update Statements of Significance Ongoing Enhanced recognition of
with the community, where applicable. • significant people, places, and t-:4 events throughout the entire City ~--that improve public education
and awareness.
2.3 Continue to digitize the City and Community Archives Ongoing Improved accessibility to
and make the information accessible for everyone. • heritage information for residents t-:4 and researchers. ~--
2,4 Celebrate and commemorate the City's diverse heritage Ongoing !Increased cultural tourism and
cultures, traditions, and history. • heightened awareness of Maple t-:4 Ridge's unique places. ~--
Encouragement of cultural
attractions that will enhance
tourism opportunities and
economic development.
2.5 Celebrate major community milestones, centennials, Ongoing Enhanced public education,
events, and anniversaries. • awareness, and community t:4 outreach. l'
Explore new ways and traditions of conservation.
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Port Hammond CPR station c 1912 .. -Maple Ridge Museum & Archive, Po7886
Action Time Outcome
2.6 Support opportunities for cultural and natural heritage Ongoing Improved educational and
connection and documentation that increases • interpretive programs that
understanding between people, communities, and t-~ engage the community in local iQI
places. history.
2,7 Continue to support the conservation and maintenance Ongoing Improved appearance of
of municipal cemeteries. • municipal cemetery grounds . I:-~ 'QI
2.8 Explore development of criteria to identify intangible Short Improved identification and
heritage and systems to support the continuation of ♦ conservation of heritage
living heritage. ~~ resources valued by residents.
2.9 Explore ways for the public to nominate tangible and Short Greater engagement from
intangible heritage resources to the Heritage Inventory ♦ residents to nominate their own
and/or Register. ~~ property.
Conservation of broader range
of heritage resources, natural
sites and cultural landscapes for
planning purposes.
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GOAL 3: ENHANCE HERITAGE MANAGEMENT
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OCP Policy 4 -44
Maple Ridge will endeavour to use tools available under Provincial Legislation more effectively to
strengthen heritage conservation in the District. Other planning tools will also be utilized where
appropriate to establish a comprehensive approach to heritage management in the District.
OCP Policy 4 -40
Maple Ridge will encourage the conservation and designation of significant heritage structures, and
natural and cultural Landscape features in each neighbourhood.
OCP Policy 4 -43
The development application review process will include an opportunity to evaluate the overall impact
of proposed development on the heritage characteristics and context of each historic community or
neighbourhood. Conservation guidelines and standards should be prepared to aid in this evaluation and
provide a basis from which recommendations can be made to Council.
Action
3,1
3.2
3,3
3.4
3,5
3.6
Continue to add properties to the Heritage Register.
Ensure that municipal staff and CHC members are fully
trained on Parks Canada Standards and Guidelines for
the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada and the
document's application to building code and other
regulations.
Continue to review and update OCP policies,
development permit area guidelines, conservation and
maintenance plans, as required.
Continue neighbourhood planning process, with
input from the CHC and community members, where
applicable.
Strengthen links to broader municipal policies such as
Sustainability, Culture and Economic Development.
Continue to encourage retention of existing building
stock where feasible by demonstrating flexibility in the
assessment of adaptive re-use projects.
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Outcome
Improved base of heritage
information .
Assurance that those involved in
the governance and stewardship
of heritage are well informed on
matters of heritage conservation.
Improved protection and
conversation of heritage
resources, natural sites and
cultural landscapes.
Proactive identification
of appropriate protection
for heritage sites prior to
development.
Policy guidance for future infill
development that will preserve
and enhance historic character.
Integrated planning procedures
that provide the best response to
municipal expectations.
Improved heritage conservation
outcomes .
Improved municipal response to
heritage issues.
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pioneering farming families. While Golden Ears Cheesecrafters only opened in 2011, the Davison family has been in Maple Ridge
since 1902, and their agricultural roots still show.
Action Time Outcome
3,7 Acquire, restore, and legally protect heritage sites and Ongoing Enrichment of park system
buildings, identifying public uses and incorporating • through the inclusion of
interpretive programs, where appropriate. t-:4 elements relevant to the City's ~o past.
Retention of significant heritage
resources.
3.8 Develop a Conservation Master Plan for municipally Ongoing Demonstration of municipal
owned heritage resources that helps guide business • leadership in Heritage
plan forecasting for restoration and maintenance work t--:4 conservation.
required over the long-term. to
Improved conservation of
significant resources.
3,9 Continue to support innovative agri-business and agri-Ongoing Demonstration of municipal
tourism initiatives for historic farms. • leadership in Heritage
t-~ conservation. Improved to
conservation of significant
resources.
3.10 Explore developing a policy to require photographic Short Improved conservation of
documentation prior to the demolition of a heritage ♦ heritage resources.
resources. ~~
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Action Time Outcome
3.11 In collaboration with local First Nations, support the Short Provides a roadmap for the City
City's exploration of ways to implement applicable ♦ of Maple Ridge and Indigenous
principles from the Declaration on the Rights of ~~ peoples to work together to
Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA). implement the Declaration based
on lasting reconciliation, healing,
and cooperative relations.
3.12 In collaboration with local First Nations, support the Short Redress the legacy of residential
City's exploration of ways to implement applicable Calls ♦ schools and advance the process
to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission ~~ of reconciliation.
of Canada ..
3.13 Explore options for incentivizing retention of heritage Short Clarification of the application
sites including stratification, density bonus, or area ♦ and review processes for
exemptions. ~~ heritage projects.
Effective processing of heritage
permit applications.
3,14 Develop a Heritage Revitalization Agreement (HRA) Short Clarification of the application
information package to communicate the HRA ♦ and review processes for
application process, requirements, and other important ~~ heritage projects.
information, such as benefits.
Effective processing of heritage
permit applications.
3.15 Reduce fees for applications that conserve heritage Short An incentive for owners and
resources, such as Heritage Alteration Permits and ♦ developers to explore unique
Heritage Revitalization Agreements. ~~ solutions to making older
building stock economically
viable.
Minimized impact on landfill.
energy consumption and
reduced need for new building
materials.
3.16 Update Heritage Plaque Policy 6.07 to reflect heritage Short Improved educational and
plaque and interpretative signage best practices. • interpretive programs that ~~ engage the community in local
history.
3,17 Migrate all properties from the Heritage Inventory to the Short Alignment with provincial
Heritage Register with the consent of property owners. ♦ ~~ legislation.
3.18 Review and update the Heritage Procedures Bylaw Medium Streamlined heritage processes
No. 6951-2012. ~~ and procedures.
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Action Time Outcome
3.19 In collaboration with local First Nations, develop an Medium Improved understanding of
Archaeological Management Plan that identifies ~~ Indigenous cultural heritage
archaeological potential and when an archaeological ~~ issues and values.
assessment is required. Assist owners and developers
in understanding their
responsibilities surrounding
provincially protected and
potential archaeological sites
when conducting land-altering
activities.
3.20 Explore recycling and salvage requirements for the Medium Reduction of landfill waste
demolition of properties on the Heritage Register. ~~ and conservation of embodied
~~ energy.
3.21 Undertake an Archival Records Strategy to coordinate the Medium Improved conservation of
conservation of records between the City and the Maple ~~ municipal documentation and
Ridge Museum and Archives. ~~ access to historical information.
3,22 Undertake a Historic Context Statement for Maple Ridge Medium Updated information base
and its historic neighbourhoods. ~~ for the Heritage Program.
~~ Improved understanding of the
entire context of Maple Ridge's
heritage.
Enhanced framework for
understanding and evaluating
historic and cultural resources.
3,23 Review opportunities for increasing municipal heritage Medium Increased property accessibility
building physical accessibility while also preserving ~~ and encourage building
heritage character. ~~ conservation.
3,24 Explore undertaking a study to identify Cultural Long Broader identification and
Landscapes and potential opportunities for retaining &~ conservation of heritage
heritage attributes. '' resources valued by residents.
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OCP Policy 4 -45
Maple Ridge will assist the financial aspects of heritage resource management by:
a) supporting the efforts of the Community Heritage Commission, which may include financial
assistance requests from the Heritage Commission evaluated by Council on a program or project basis;
b) working cooperatively with the Community Heritage Commission in fundraising efforts for the
conservation of heritage resources;
c) supporting and promoting effective marketing of heritage resources to potentially interested
businesses;
d) supporting heritage tourism efforts;
e) encouraging local organizations, including the Community Heritage Commission to pool resources
and develop partnerships to strengthen heritage conservation activities throughout the community.
Action Time Outcome
4,1 Continue to support the services and programs of the Ongoing Maintaining residents access to
Maple Ridge Museum & Archives regarding heritage and ~ Maple Ridge's history.
archaeological resource interpretation, conservation, t-~ ~~
promotion, and celebration.
4,2 Provide enhanced operating budget to the Maple Ridge Short Enhanced educational and
Museum & Archives to support the growth of programs ♦ interpretive programs that
and services. ~~ engage the community in Local
history.
Enhanced preservation of
deterioration archival collection.
Enhanced public access to the
Community Archives.
4,3 Implement financial heritage grants for private Short Increase in the retention and
homeowners. ♦ revitalization of Maple Ridge's ~~ historic building stock.
Greater community interest in
participating in the heritage
program.
Improved tax base through
the development of restored
heritage sites.
4.4 Provide enhanced annual budgets for the Community Short Kickstart Local conservation
Heritage Commission. '!t,.•,. activity to conserve Maple
~ Ridge's heritage resources and to
support Council.
Increase community interest in
conserving heritage properties.
4,5 Explore developing an annual Community Forum for Short Improved community
heritage and cultural organizations, governments. and • relationships and appreciation of
community members. ~~ Local heritage. Retention of local
celebrations and customs.
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OCP Policy 4 -46
Maple Ridge will collaborate with the Community Heritage Commission, other Local organizations, and
the general public in order to develop specific programs and to increase public support and interest in
heritage conservation activities.
Action Time Outcome
5.1 Continue to make comprehensive information Ongoing Clear and consistent
available on heritage sites and the heritage D communication on municipal
program on the City website. t-:4 policies and expectations. '•
5.2 Promote a flexible approach to Building Code and bylaw Ongoing Improved staff and public
equivalencies and exemptions for Heritage Register D awareness of the construction
properties enabled under provincial legislation (B.C. t-~ options available to owners
Building Code, Energy Efficiency Act and Homeowner '• and developers involved in
Protection Act). conservation projects that
support the retention of the
character-defining elements of
heritage buildings.
An incentive for owners and
developers to explore unique
solutions to making older
building stock economically
viable.
Minimized impact on landfill.
energy consumption and the
need for new building materials.
5,3 Develop broader community partnerships with schools, Ongoing Better coordination among
governments, the private sector and community D groups with a heritage mandate.
organizations. t-~ '• Shared stewardship for Maple
Ridge's heritage resources.
Provision of opportunities for
partnering and cost-sharing
initiatives of common interest.
5-4 Continue to explore and implement a range of Ongoing Increased heritage awareness
interpretation methods that can express Maple Ridge's D opportunities.
heritage within the public realm, including public art, t-~
historic trails, signs, plaques, utility box wraps, etc. '• Broader communication of
heritage information in the
public realm.
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Action Time Outcome
5,5 Update the Maple Ridge Street Naming policy. Short Broader identification of place
♦ ~~ names valued by residents.
5,6 Explore developing a heritage centre as a focus of Short Development of cultural
community heritage activities. ♦ facilities that engage the entire ~~ City, conserve and promote
local history and heritage, help
develop a healthy community
and promote job retention
strategies.
5,7 Explore social media and heritage interpretation projects Short Opportunity to enhance public
with community partners, which could include utilizing ♦ engagement in heritage to a
social media or showcasing an area to draw in people ~~ broader audience.
with pictures or signage.
Support for educational and
interpretive programs that
engage the community in local
history.
5,8 Improve wayfinding signage for heritage amenities and Short Improved directions for residents
other cultural places. ♦ and tourists sightseeing in ~~ Maple Ridge.
5.9 Improve applicable Heritage Register and Inventory Medium Improved information for
information on the City's online mapping system and ~~ residents and tourists on the
promote the web tool with the public. ~~ City's local history and heritage
website.
Increased accessibility to
heritage information that is
provided in different formats.
5.10 Explore the develop oral history projects. Medium Increased accessibility to
~~ heritage information that is
~~ provided in different formats.
Comprehensive information for
residents and tourists on the
City's local history and heritage
sites.
5.11 Explore landscape design options in public spaces Medium Enrichment of green public
that support plants, shrubs, and trees used in period ~~ spaces that is also sustainable
landscapes, such as Edwardian style gardens, that are ~~ and attractive.
also resilient to climate change.
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5.4
MONITORING
Heritage management is an ongoing process. The Heritage Plan requires cyclical
updating to continue proactive encouragement of the conservation and long-term
viability of Maple Ridge's heritage resources. Once updated policies, procedures and
regulations are established, it is necessary to monitor the Heritage Plan to ensure its
ongoing effectiveness.
A cyclical re-examination of the Heritage Plan (including planning, implementation and
evaluation) should be initiated, to review the results and effectiveness on a regular basis.
This assessment could occur at the end of the Implementation cycles, with a review at
the end of 3, 5 and 10 years, to ensure that the Heritage Plan remains relevant and useful
by assessing the proposed and achieved outcomes of each action over time.
APPENDIX A: DEFINITIONS
Canadian Register of Historic Places: A listing of all historic sites of local. provincial and national significance. Sites are
documented through a Statement of Significance. The Register is administered by the Government of Canada.
Conservation includes the identification, protection and promotion of places that are important to our culture and history.
It involves three components that aid in the protection of the heritage value:
Preservation: The process of maintaining and/or stabilizing the existing materials, form and integrity of a historic place.
Restoration: The process of uncovering or revealing the state of a historic place or material as it appeared in a
particular period in its history.
Rehabilitation: The processing or action of making possible a continuing or compatible contemporary use of a
historic place or individual material/component and restoration of these places to retain their historical and cultural
significance.
Cultural Landscape: Any geographical area that has been modified, influenced, or given special cultural meaning by people
[Standards & Guidelines!.
Heritage Inventory: A list of sites evaluated as having potential heritage value.
Heritage Register: A list of sites that are officially recognized by resolution of Council as having heritage value.
Heritage Value: The aesthetic, historic, scientific, cultural. social or spiritual importance or significance for past, present or
future generations. The heritage value of a historic place is embodied in its character-defining materials, forms, location, spatial
configurations, uses and cultural associations or meanings.
Historic or Cultural Significance: The historic, aesthetic, scientific, social or spiritual value of a place to past, present, or future
generations.
Historic Place: A structure, building, group of buildings, district, landscape, archaeological site or other place in Canada that
has been formally recognized for its heritage value.
Intangible Cultural Heritage: Practices, representations, expressions, knowledge and skills, as well as associated tools,
objects, artifacts and cultural spaces that communities and groups recognize as part of their history and heritage. [UNESCO
Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage!.
Legal Protection: Continuing protection provided through a bylaw of Council including either municipal heritage designation or
a Heritage Revitalization Agreement, or a Section 215 Covenant on Title.
Statement of Significance: A statement that identifies the description, heritage value, and character-defining elements of an
historic place. A Statement of Significance is required for an historic place to be listed on the Provincial and Canadian Registers
of Historic Places. The document is used at the local level as a planning tool for future conservation interventions.
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The history of the museum begins with the Maple Ridge Historical Society. Formed in 1957. the Maple Ridge Historical Society has
devoted fi~y years to the protection, preservation and sharing of all forms of our community heritage. The Historical Society Board of
Directors and the members of the Historical Society continue to support Maple Ridge's community heritage.
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We gratefully acknow ledge the contributions of:
Donald Luxton & Associates Inc
Donald Luxton, Principal:
Megan Faulkner, Heritage Planner: and
R.J. McCulloch, Heritage Planner
City of Maple Ridge Staff
Lisa Zosiak, Manager of Community Planning
Amanda Grochowich, Manager of Community Planning
Krista Gowan, Planner & the numerous other staff that have taken the time to review this plan
Kwantlen First Nation
Councillor Tumia Knott
Derrick Mitchell, Director of Operations at Kwantlen Lands, Resources and Stewardship
Drew Atkins, Manager of Special Projects and Resource Development
Ashley Doyle, Manager of Lands and Stewardship
Community Heritage Commission Members Past and Present
We are also indebted to the many people who participated in the community engagement
process for this project.
DONALD LUXTON ~
AND ASSOCIATES INC 1,_..:.
GMAPLE RIDGE
mmunity Heritage
Commission
HERITAGE is our legacy from
the past what we live with
today, and what we pass on
to future generations. :,)
APPENDIX B
Summary of Heritage Plan Survey Responses
Who Completed in the Survey?
9-6% of People
Live in Maple
Ridge
Ages of 25-75+
Completed the
Survey
Below are some of Maple Ridge's cultural heritage attributes, please select the attributes that are most
important to you. (select all that apply).
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40
35
30
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36
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4-
0 15
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10
5
0
Archaeological Archival
sites and material,
artifacts historic
documents,
objects
Important Cultural Heritage Attributes
36
9
-I
Building Built heritage
materials and
building
methods
29
Cultural
landscapes
33
Significant
historical
events
19
Prominent
people from
the past
28
Stories and
folklore
22
Traditions
APPENDIX B
In your opinion, what do you think are the issues and challenges for conserving cultural heritage?
(select all that apply).
Challenges to Conserving Heritage Resources
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30 27 26
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0::: 15 '+-0 10 ::j:j: 10 I 5 -
0
Economic Impacts of Increasing Lack of Lack of Lack of Lack of grant Unclear policies
viability of climate change growth and accessibility to collaboration knowledge and and funding and heritage
conservation development heritage awareness o ppo rtu n ities conservation
V)
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~ 50 C 0 0.. ~ 40
0:::
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10
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51
31
7
2 0 -Connect Heritage
with other City
policies and plans
resources
Below are the goals from the current Heritage Plan.
How important are the current Heritage Plan's goals to you?
Importance of 2013 Heritage Plan Goals
65 -
55 55
39 39
8 1.:. 0
Identify a broad
range of heritage
resources
25
3 2 0 -Increase education Increase protection
and awareness of cultural heritage
attributes
6 I ..:.. o
Make cultural
heritage more
accessible
39
35 -
8
tools
3 2 ·-Stregthen and foster
new partnerships
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APPENDIX B
Below are some possible goals for the next Heritage Plan.
How important are the possible Heritage Plan's goals to you?
47
37
4 3 1 •--
Engage a broad
diversity of ages and
backgrounds in
heritage appreciation
and conservation
activities
Possible Goals for Updated Heritage Plan
55
39
8
1 4 2 ·-Increase cultural
heritage tourism
opportunities
45
31
6 5
I ■.:.
Embrace evolving
community identity
47
35
23
14 4 3 ··-5 2 2 ·--Recognize truths of Enhance community
the past vibrancy
43
33
4 4 4 ••• Strengthen the
connection between
heritage and
sustainability
■%of Very Important ■%of Important ■%Slightly Important ■%Not Important ■%No Opinion
Some actions have not been completed from current Heritage Plan.
How important are the remaining action items from the current Heritage Plan to include in the next
Heritage Plan?
30
25
a} 20 V1 C
0 ~ 15 QJ
0::::
4-
0 10 :t:I:
5
0
Importance of Not Completed Action from 2013 Herritage Plan
26
21 20 21 20 21 20
18 18
6
12 2 ••
6 5 Iii
6
12 2 ••
Develop Country Roads Develop a New Museum Implement heritage grant Make comprehensive Undertake
Policy for conservation projects information available on 'archaeological potential'
the City website mapping and a
management plan
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APPENDIX B
The following items have also been identified as possible actions to work towards
reconciliation and recognizing difficult histories.
How important do you think the following action items are to include in the next Heritage Plan?·
35
30
~ 25
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30
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Possible Actions to Work Towards Reconicilation and Recognizing
Difficu It Histories
30 29
24
19 17
12 12
8
14
Develop a naming project Explore the use of public Include applicable Calls Explore implementation Review City heritage
policies so that the
language is not
exclusionary
storytelling methods to Action from the TRC of UNDRIP
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The following items have also been identified as possible actions for
supporting relationships between the City and the community.
How important do you think the following action items are to include in the Heritage Plan?
21
13
I 7 6
11111
Develop an intentional
strategy to diversify
membership of the CHC
Possible Actions to Supporting Relationships
17
14
I 10
1 11 ■
Develop an annual
meeting with
organizations,
governments and
community memebers to
discuss challenges and
solutions
24 23
18
13
10 I 7
I i:..:. I~ 0
Explore new partnerships Increase promotion with Re-Introduce the CHC
Heritage Week Activities newsletter
■%of Very Important ■%of Important ■%Slightly Important ■%Not Important ■%No Opinion
APPENDIX B
What other goals should be included in the next Heritage Plan?
11 responses were received, and the two themes were identified as other potential other goals:
Reconciliation
with our
Indigenous
neighbours
Let us know if you have any other thoughts or general comments!
10 responses were received, and the three themes were identified as general thoughts and comments:
I ~■ mapleridge.ca City of Maple Ridge
TO:
FROM:
His Worship Mayor Dan Ruimy
and Members of Council
Chief Administrative Officer
MEETING DATE:
FILE NO:
MEETING:
October 24, 2023
13-6520-20
Workshop
SUBJECT: North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Review -Scoping Report
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
On September 27, 2022, Council adopted the North East Albion Land Use Plan into the Albion Area
Plan, of the City's Official Community Plan. However, since the creation of the North East Albion
Concept Plan, a number of fundamental shifts have occurred. In addition to the challenges and
opportunities associated with on-going global events, the economic landscape within BC and Canada
has shifted -experienced primarily through changing market interest rates and evolving preference
demands -contributing to the housing shortage in BC.
Recognizing the evolving landscape, staff are proposing a targeted land use and servicing review of
the southern portion of the North East Albion Area -generally considered to be the lands south of 110th
Ave within the North East Albion Area (see Appendix A for full size map) -to refresh the plan to reflect
current on-going market conditions related to the need to densify single family areas and Council
aspirations for this area.
This report outlines and seeks endorsement of a proposed scope of work for staff to conduct a land
use and servicing review, including public consultation process, for the lands considered as Noth East
Albion (South).
RECOMMENDATION:
That the land use review and public consultation process, as outlined in Section 2.2 of the
report titled "North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Review -Scoping Report" and dated
October 24, 2023, be endorsed.
1.0 BACKGROUND:
In May 2018, Council received a development application (2018-217-RZ) from Epic Homes to rezone
four properties located in the northeast section of the Albion Area Plan (North East Albion Area). The
North East Albion Area had been identified in policy as an area requiring future land use and servicing
assessments. Specifically, existing policies raised questions regarding the sequence of development
and impacts to servicing systems, and identified the need for a renewed land use assessment to
evaluate future residential, commercial, recreational, and servicing needs.
To address these issues, Council endorsed a planning process in January 2019, to be undertaken
collaboratively with the applicant, to prepare a Land Use and Servicing Concept Plan for North East
Albion. Once endorsed by Council, the Land Use Plan would then be used to guide the preparation and
evaluation of development proposals in the North East Albion Area.
Since adoption of the North East Albion Land Use Plan, there is growing interest in increasing the multi-
family forms of development within the area, indicating that it may be appropriate for a refresh of a
portion of the plan to reflect current market conditions and the need to densify single family areas of
the community.
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1.1 Timeline & Key Dates
Please see Appendix B for a detailed history of the North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Concept
Planning Process between 2019 and 2022, however some key dates of the process include:
• In May 2018, Council received a development application (2018-217-RZ) from Epic Homes to
rezone four properties located in the northeast section of the Albion Area Plan (North East
Albion Area).
• In January 2019, to address the land use needs outlined above, Council endorsed a planning
process, to be undertaken collaboratively with the applicant, to prepare a Land Use and
Servicing Concept Plan for North East Albion.
• On October 1, 2019 the draft North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Concept Plan was
endorsed by Council, bringing the cost recovery land use and servicing planning process to an
end.
• In January 2021, Council granted Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7698-2021, to
integrate the North East Albion Concept Plan into the Albion Area Plan, first reading.
• Followingfirst reading, the Bylaw was referred to external agencies and governments for review
and comment.
• Following the referral process, staff presented what was heard through a virtual public
engagement process for public consumption over June 2022.
• In July 2022, Council granted Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7698-2021 second
reading and forwarded the Bylaw to the September Public Hearing.
• In September 2022, OCP Amending Bylaw No. 7698-2021 was adopted into the Albion Area
Plan an the City's Official Community Plan.
• Since adoption, staff have experienced growing levels of interest in increasing the multi-family
forms of development within the area.
1.2 North East Albion Land Use Plan
The North East Albion Area Plan emphasizes the development of a 'complete community', by
integrating environmental stewardship, the protection of natural resources, and the preservation of
ecosystems, while balancing the social and economic objectives of the community. The Area Plan
envisions residential pockets nestled between existing watercourses, linked by a network of pathways
and trails. The Area Plan focuses multi-family development around commercial and amenity nodes;
offering residents gathering spaces and
commercial opportunities. Residential areas
sensitively scale down into surrounding
single detached neighbourhoods. A multi-
modal network links neighbourhood
amenities, such as parks, an elementary
school and shopping nodes within the
community and to the larger Albion Area and
Kanaka Creek Regional Park. The Area Plan
is reflective of the consultation with area
residents and other stakeholders in 2019,
and represents an attempt at balance;
balance of the many research insights and
community interests revealed along with the
policy expectations for Albion as one of the 1
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Please see Appendix C for a detailed description of the North East Albion Land Use Plan or visit the
project webpage at www.mapleridge.ca/2214/
1.3 In-stream Development Applications
Since October 1, 2019 to present, there are four
development applications in-stream within the North East
Albion. These development applications include a range of
single detached housing forms, multi-family developments,
some community amenities and a commercial node and
once approved, will bring the northern section of the Area
Plan to life (please see Appendix D for a full sized map).
The applications are as follows:
• 2019-425-SD (under construction)
o 84 Single Family Homes
• 2023-109-SD (under construction)
o 165 Townhouses
• 2020-237-RZ
o 37 Single Family Homes
o 102 Townhouse Units
• 2021-393-RZ
o 35 Single Family Homes
2.0 DISCUSSION:
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This section will outline the proposed land use review and public consultation scope of work.
2.1 Changing landscape
Since the creation of the North East Albion Concept Plan, a number of fundamental shifts have
occurred. In addition to the challenges and opportunities associated with on-going global events, the
economic landscape within BC and Canada has shifted -experienced primarily through changing
market interest rates and evolving preference demands. Furthermore, new regulations are anticipated
from the Province of BC regarding housing choice and
housing diversity. The City has also brought in new
policies and strategies that influence how people will live,
work and play within Maple Ridge.
2.2 Proposed Scope of Work
In recognition of the evolving landscape, staff are
proposing a targeted land use and servicing review of the
southern portion of the North East Albion Area. Generally
considered to be the lands south of 110th Ave within the
North East Alvion Area (see Appendix A for full size map).
The area under consideration is contiguous and
separated from other land uses by environmental
features. The proposed area under review would be
approximately 20 hectares (50 acres) out of the original
North East Albion Area of 70 hectares (172 acres).
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For Council consideration, a general scope of work and timeline for the targeted land use and servicing
review is outlined below.
Land Use and Servicing Review
Staff will undertake a land use and servicing review that will include the following:
• Review relevant City policies as well as those of institutional stakeholders (e.g. School District
42, Metro Vancouver)
• Review transportation networks, site servicing capacities, as well as constraints and
opportunities (i.e. water, sanitation, and stormwater).
• Update land use and housing economic analyses.
• Undertake a technical design charrette for 'North East Albion (South)' (see Appendix A).
• Prepare and refine land use and servicing concepts
• Solicit community input through a public consultation process.
Public Consultation Process
As with any planning process, input from the community and local residents and landowners will be
essential. The consultation process will seek to gain feedback from local landowners, local residents,
stakeholders such as Metro Vancouver and School District 42, and city residents on the potential
changes in land use and servicing within the North East Albion Area.
The public consultation process is intended to include an Open House and community survey to
explore and solicit feedback on land use and servicing options for North Albion as well as an
opportunity to gain resident input on land uses.
The public consultation process would be advertised on the City's website, through social media
platforms, and in the local newspaper.
Proposed Timeline
It is anticipated that this targeted land use and servicing review would take approximately six months
to complete. Should Council endorse the process, it is anticipated that a refreshed Land Use and
Servicing Concept Plan could be presented to Council in Spring 2024.
Proposed timeline for the targeted Land Use and Servicing Review of North East Albion (South):
October 2023 Winter 2023 Spring 2024
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It is anticipated that this scope of work would be overseen by City staff with targeted support from
specialized consultants, as needed, in order to meet the proposed timeline.
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3.0 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
The proposed targeted Land Use and Servicing Review of North East Albion aligns with the Liveable
Community pillar of the 2023-2026 City of Maple Ridge Strategic Plan.
4.0 DEPARTMENTAL IMPLICATIONS:
Engineering, Planning and Parks, Recreation & Culture have been working collaboratively and are able
to undertake this planning and engineering exercise.
5.0 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The proposed targeted Land Use and Servicing Review of North East Albion was not included in the
2023 Work Plan for the Planning and Engineering Departments. As such, this initiative would be
considered a found milestone for 2023.
If endorsed, the targeted Land Use and Servicing Review of North East Albion would be incorporated
into the 2024 Work Plans for the Planning and Engineering Departments, as part of the regular
Business Planning process. In addition, staff are currently researching opportunities under the
Community Charter to cost recover the cost of the area plan review back to the study area.
CONCLUSION:
On September 27, 2022, Council adopted the North East Albion Land Use Plan into the Albion Area
Plan, of the City's Official Community Plan. Recognizing the evolving landscape, staff are proposing a
targeted land use and servicing review of the southern portion of the North East Albion Area -generally
considered to be the lands south of 110th Ave within the North East Albion Area (see Appendix A for
full size map) -to refresh the plan to reflect current market conditions and Council aspirations for this
area.
This report outlines and seeks endorsement of a proposed scope of work for staff to conduct a land
use and servicing review, including public consultation process, for the lands considered as Noth East
Albion (South).
"Original Signed by Amanda Grochowich"
Prepared by: Amanda Grochowich, MCIP, RPP
Manager of Community Planning
"Original Signed by Marlene Best"
Approved by: Marlene Best, RPP, MBA
Interim Director of Planning
"Original Signed by Scott Hartman"
Concurrence: Scott Hartman
Chief Administrative Officer
Appendices attached hereto:
Appendix A: Map of Proposed Review Area -North East Albion (South)
Appendix B: Detailed Timeline of the 2019 -2022 North East Albion Land Use Review & Servicing Concept
Planning Process
Appendix C: Description of the 2019 North East Albion Concept Plan
Appendix D: Map of In-Stream Development Applications within North East Albion
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APPENDIX B
Appendix B -Detailed Timeline of the 2019-2022 North East Albion land Use Review &
Servicing Concept Planning Process
The North East Albion Area had been identified in the Albion Area Plan as an area requiring future land
use and servicing assessments. Specifically, existing policies raised questions regarding the sequence
of development and impacts to servicing systems, and identified the need for a renewed land use
assessment to evaluate residential, commercial, recreational, and servicing needs.
In May 2018, Council received a development application (2018-217-RZ) from Epic Homes to rezone
four properties located in the northeast section of the Albion Area Plan (North East Albion Area).
In January 2019, to address the land use needs outlined above, Council endorsed a planning process,
to be undertaken collaboratively with the applicant, to prepare a Land Use and Servicing Concept Plan
for North East Albion. Once endorsed by Council, such a Concept Plan would then be used to guide the
preparation and evaluation of specific development proposals in the North East Albion Area, beginning
with the current application of 2018-217-RZ.
Following Council's direction to initiate the North East Albion Land Use and Servicing Concept Planning
Process, staff collaborated with a consultant team (funded through a cost-recovery approach by the
applicant) and completed background review and research to inform the development of the draft
Neighbourhood Concept Plan(s). This review covered relevant City policies, as well as those of
institutional stakeholders (i.e. School District No. 42, Metro Vancouver Parks); transportation
networks; environmental systems and features; site servicing capacities (i.e. water, sanitation, and
stormwater); as well as housing and land use economic analyses.
This foundational research effort identified many opportunities and constraints within the North East
Albion Area lands and, in doing so, formed the basis for the subsequent community engagement
process. Staff and the team of consultants undertook an extensive engagement process to gain
insights from landowners and community residents, which included "Pop Up with a Planner" days,
Stakeholder Workshops, Landowner Workshops, a Technical Design Charrette, as well as two Public
Open Houses and associated community surveys.
Overall, what was heard through the public engagement process suggested the need for a balance
between retaining the environment and its character, while accommodating new development
opportunities. Key messages that were heard:
• Natural features should serve as key elements of the draft Concept Plan, including bordering
environmental areas with multi-family development for stewardship purposes and the
identification of significant tree clusters.
• General support for the location of the co-located Elementary School and Neighbourhood Park.
• Appreciation for the integration of community amenities, including local parks and trail network
and creating local hubs; clustering community amenities (i.e. park and commercial services);
and incorporating a variety of housing types to improve housing choice and opportunity for
residents.
• Comments that future land uses should ensure the right 'fit' in this area, so as to minimize
impacts to existing and rural neighbourhoods. Comments were also received regarding the
need for more townhomes (or smaller residential units) to improve homeownership
opportunities in the area and specifically call for some currently designated single-family areas
to have a multi-family future.
The comments are summarized below. Full verbatim comments are available in the Second Reading
Report.
Staff presented the Second Reading Report and Official Community Plan Amending Bylaws at the July
19, 2022 Committee of the Whole Council Meeting. A decision was made to send the item to Council
for debate and vote and granted it for Second Reading at the July 26, 2022 Regular Council Meeting.
The OCP Amending Bylaws were sent to the September 20, 2022 Public hearing and received third
and final reading on September 27, 2022.
The North East Albion Land Use Plan is now effectively integrated into the Albion Area Plan, which is in
the City's Official Community Plan: https://mapleridge.ca/316/0fficial-Community-Plan
APPENDIX C
Appendix C -North East Albion Area Plan Description
The North East Albion Area Plan (Area Plan) has been developed with the intent to protect fish and fish
habitat, minimize potential for stream erosion, prevent surface flooding, and ensure major storm
conveyance systems are capable of safely conveying significant flows and minimize damage to life and
properties under extreme storm conditions. Significant tree stands, that are not already protected
through existing legislation, bylaws, or policies, are encouraged to be maintained through thoughtful
site design and possible bonus density provisions. Such significant tree stands are primarily located
within existing riparian areas and are critical to maintaining and improving watercourse health and
habitat. Watercourses and steep slopes will be protected to preserve environmental health and
integrity throughout the North East Albion Area.
Kanaka Creek Regional Park provides valuable habitat for wildlife and movement corridors. Through
the draft Concept Plan, existing movement corridors along Kanaka Creek and Grant Hill will be
preserved and enhanced in support of wildlife conservation and resident safety. Furthermore, the
Concept Plan proposes to buffer Kanaka Creek Regional Park where wildlife travels currently. This
buffer, coupled with landscaping and stormwater management features, will improve wildlife passage
in and around the North East Albion Area.
The Area Plan proposes a co-located park and elementary school with a sports field, playground, and
pathways to meet the needs of the growing community. As parks and open spaces are important
components of complete, liveable communities, additional neighbourhood parks are also proposed
for the North East Albion Area. While specific park amenities will be determined later through the park
design process, which will include neighbourhood engagement, typical neighbourhood park amenities
include: playgrounds, sports courts, splash pads, looping pathways, open areas and seating areas. Off-
leash dog parks will also be integrated through this process.
A key feature of the Area Plan is a 'Spine Trail', which will connect the northern portion of the North
East Area (including the trailhead to Kanaka Creek Regional Park) to the co-located school and park
site in the south as well as serve as an important stormwater feature that celebrates and protects the
water resources of the area. A series of connected ponds will be woven into the trail system. A similar
landscape feature will also be integrated into a Northern Greenway trail along the Metro Vancouver
Parks border at the north end of the area.
In terms of housing mix, the proposed residential land uses are reflective of what the City is
experiencing in Albion South and Albion North in 2019, both in terms of number of units and projected
populations, while striving to offer flexibility in housing choice as well as affordability levels. Secondary
suites and detached garden suites may also be incorporated, subject to other City policy and zoning
regulations within the North East Albion Area.
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TO:
FROM:
mapleridge.ca
His Worship Mayor Dan Ruimy
and Members of Council
Chief Administrative Officer
City of Maple Ridge
MEETING DATE: October 24, 2023
FILE NO: 01-0530-01
MEETING: Council Workshop
SUBJECT: Seasonal Curbside Patio Program and Guidelines
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City is working to achieve Council strategic priorities including a diversified, thriving economy; a
noted objective from the economic development strategy is to permit more commercial patios; the
proposed Seasonal Curbside Patio Program and Guidelines help the City demonstrate movement to
achieve those goals and priorities. Patios are one way to invite the community to engage with one
another and to enjoy all the best the Maple Ridge has to offer. A Seasonal Curbside Patio Program
has been developed to modernize and clarify requirements and guidelines for patios utilizing public
right of way in the City of Maple Ridge.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT Council endorse the Seasonal Curbside Patio Program and Guidelines for implementation in
Spring 2024.
THAT Council direct Staff to issue notices for the removal of temporary curbside patios located in the
public Right of Way (public parking areas) by November 10, 2023 in preparation for the new Seasonal
Curbside Patio Program launch in Spring of 2024.
DISCUSSION:
a) Background Context:
Seasonal Curb-Side Patios
On April 11, 2023, staff brought a report to Council noting the need for a modernized and streamlined
approach to curb-side patios. Following discussion, motion (R/2023-WS-025) was approved:
That staff develop a modernized and streamlined curb-side patio program with design guidelines for
future discussion with Council prior to October 31, 2023.
A set of options is provided in the updated visioning of Curb-Side Patios for Maple Ridge. Businesses
in particular zones will have the opportunity to partake in Sidewalk Cafe's, Sidewalk Patios (without
boardwalks), Full Sidewalk Patios (with boardwalks), or Parklet Patios, utilizing the public right-of-way
(sidewalks or on-street parking stalls).
Each typology noted above is increasingly intensive for the use of public space, with Full Sidewalk
Patios (with boardwalks) and Parklet Patios taking up parking stalls in the road Right of Way. In an
effort to consider both hospitality industry and retailers, Parklets and Full Sidewalk Patios with
boardwalks (utilizing parking spaces to accommodate patios) are proposed on a seasonal basis from
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case of a major weather, maintenance, or emergency event, as is currently noted in Highway Use
Permit Terms.
It is worthwhile to note that many of the temporary curbside patios (seven of record under the program)
in Maple Ridge spawned due to actions taken during Covid-19 to ensure restaurants and hospitality
industry businesses could continue to operate and service customers with increased distancing
requirements. Temporary Service Expansion Areas (TESAs) were granted from the Liquor and
Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) to accommodate increased distancing public health orders, and
did not increase overall occupancy for those who initially obtained TESAs. With the seasonal curbside
patio program provincially approved TESA's remain intact; however, must comply with new City
guidelines.
To standardize curbside patios moving forward, it is being recommended that all curbside patios must
come into compliance with the new guidelines for the 2024 season. Curbside patios utilizing parking
stalls in the public Right of Way are to be removed by November 10, 2023 to facilitate holiday shopping
parking in the downtown.
Expanded Applicability of the Program
Under this new program, the City will consider applications in expanded zones -while the temporary
curb-side patio program considered only those businesses in C-2 and C-3 zoned lands, the modernized
guidelines will consider applications across the City in the following land use zones: C-1 Neighbourhood
Commercial, C-2 Community Commercial, C-3 Town Centre Commercial, C-4 Neighbourhood Pub, C-5
Village Centre Commercial, CRM Commercial/Residential, H-1 Heritage Commercial, and H-2
Hammond Village Commercial, where conditions can accommodate safe installation of patios on
public Right of Way with respect to vehicle traffic and unconstrained pedestrian accessibility.
Process, Design, and Cost
Full Sidewalk (with Boardwalk) and Parklet Patios temporary sitting areas will operate from April 1 to
October 31, and then be removed by November 1 of each year. They are meant to be easily set-up and
removed. They will require highway-use-permits, to regulate their location, operation, maintenance,
and insurance. Sidewalk Patios (without boardwalk) will also require highway-use-permits however, as
they are permitted only in areas that have the necessary space required for 2m of pedestrian walkway
once installed, they can operate year-round, as can Sidewalk Cafe's which are the least intensive use
of public space. Sidewalk Cafe's require an application, however, will have an immediate approval
due to their low impacts on public space needs.
The cost of a Highway Use Permit in the City as of the date of this report is $150.00 plus 7.50 GST
plus a refundable security deposit based on the extent of the work.
All applications to the curbside patio application must include a patio plan which includes the
following:
• Identify the boundary of the proposed patio area, including dimensions.
o If the proposed patio area will extend beyond one parallel parking stall in front of your
business frontage you must get written permission from the adjacent property owners
and tenants confirming their support of the plan.
• Illustrate the proposed layout of the patio identifying the elements it will include such as:
o parklet or sidewalk (with or without boardwalk) patio and any required guards and/or
patio railings;
o the quantity of tables and chairs; and,
o any furnishings such as umbrellas, planters, string lights, or heaters.
• Clearly indicate where the 2m pedestrian clear path will be accommodated.
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• Identify if the patio area impacts any loading zones and curbside parking (EPark or other
restricted parking zones). Note: accessible parking areas and bus stops are not available for
use.
• Identify any Boulevard Street Trees in the Right of Way impacted by or directly adjacent to the
patio area.
• Identify any utility infrastructure impacted by or directly adjacent to the patio area (fire
hydrants, street light poles and/or utility cabinets).
• Identify any other street furniture impacted by or directly adjacent to the patio area (waste
receptacles, bicycle parking areas, bollards, and/or any accessory street furniture).
• Identify any elements associated with ensuring the patio area remains accessible for mobility
users.
A design guideline (Appendix A), noting what is permissible and what is not, has been created and an
application form will be formatted with necessary information, checklists and requirements and posted
on the City's website, with noted adherence to overall patio guidelines and additional design guidelines
noted in the Official Community Plan will create a more consistent look and feel of patios across the
City.
A Note Regarding Patios on Private Property
Businesses interested in putting temporary, seasonal patios or "picnic areas" on private property such
as off-street parking spaces or other areas of private property are able to do so through building
permitting processes. If the patios have floors, roofs, or walls, or if there is installation of electrical
appliances or fixtures the patios must be in line with BC Building code and have the necessary
inspections completed.
If there are no floors, roofs, or walls constructed, no formal approval from the City would be required.
Necessary approvals from the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch are the responsibility of the
business owner.
Simplified timelines and steps for the curbside patio program
Application for sidewalk cafe and Year Round
sidewalk patio (without boardwalk)
Application's open for seasonal patios February 1
Approval notification to businesses March 15
Seasonal patios operational period April 1-October 31
Permits required Highway Use Permit
Highway Use Permit Requirements Scaled construction drawings showing dimensions;
(As well as following guidelines of siting relative to building and property lines; seating
curbside patio program) plan; entrances/exits; clearances to obstacles and City
infrastructure; construction materials and methods,
and front, side and overhead views
Insurance $5 million in liability insurance with the City of Maple
Ridge as a named insured party
b) Desired Outcome:
A clear set of guidelines and a streamlined process for curbside patios in Maple Ridge. The is wanting
to see a vibrant and active community which includes patios that add to the vibrancy of the community
and meets adjacent business needs.
c) Strategic Alignment:
The Seasonal Program aligns with the Council Strategic-Plan priorities including livable community;
engaged, healthy community; and Diversified, Thriving Economy by having expanded areas and
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typologies of seasonal curbside patios. The program is also in line with the Economic Development
Strategy 5-2 -Enable Outdoor Patios.
d) Citizen/Customer Implications:
Existing temporary curbside patio structures will need to be removed as this new program comes into
place for the 2024 patio season. Curbside patios utilizing public parking stalls shall be removed in
the winter season in preparation for the 2024 seasonal curbside patio programs implementation. To
ensure new patios are inline with guidelines and process, current, existing, and temporary curbside
patios in parking stalls must be removed by November 10, 2023.
e) Interdepartmental Implications:
Feedback has been sought from Senior Administration on the overarching program as well as more
details from Engineering, Planning, Bylaw, Licencing and Community Safety, Building, and Fire &
Rescue specifically.
f) Policy Implications:
Administrative review of the overall patio guidelines on an annual basis for the first 2 years of
implementation and every 2 years going forward after that point.
g) Alternatives:
a. Place a moratorium on new year-round curbside patios
Council could choose to place a moratorium on all new curbside patios and continue to allow
existing curbside patios to operate as legal non-conforming uses for the current operators.
Council could further choose whether this moratorium would apply throughout the Town Centre
or be limited to specific areas (e.g. 224 Street).
b. Prohibit all curbside patios
Council could choose to prohibit all curbside patios from operating anywhere in the City.
Existing patio operators could be allowed to continue to operate until December 31, 2023 after
which their curbside patios would need be permanently removed.
CONCLUSION:
Curbside patios can increase the vibrancy of a community; the modernized and streamlined approach
for seasonal and year-round curbside patios presents opportunities for business owners to choose
what option is right for their clients, to increase social interactions on city streets, and to set forward
a clear process, guidelines, and regulatory approach to curbside patios into the future.
Prepared by: Tyler Westover Reviewedy:Forrest Smith
Director, Economic Development Director of Engineering
Concurren~:S.
Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Chief Administrative Officer
Attachments:
(A) Draft -Curbside Seasonal Patio Program Guidelines
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City of Maple Ridge Draft-Appendix A
City of Maple Ridge Patio Guideline
Where Patios on Public Space are Permitted
When private property does not provide the required space for a patio, public property may be
considered using space within the curb lane of the street, along the sidewalk or in an alleyway. This is an
option for businesses located along main streets, within Business Improvement Areas (BIAs}, and at
properties where the front of the building is built up right to the property line in zones that include the
following:
• C-1 Neighbourhood Commercial
• C-2 Community Commercial
• C-3 Town Centre Commercial
• C-4 Neighbourhood Pub
• C-5 Village Centre Commercial
• CRM Commercial/Residential
• H-1 Heritage Commercial
• H-2 Hammond Village Commercial
Types of patios covered in this document:
Sidewalk Cafe
Non invasive to the public space, groups of table and two chairs directly adjacent to storefront. Requires
two (2) metres (m) unencumbered pedestrian walkway. Tables and Chairs must be brought indoors at
the end of the business day. Can be seasonal and year-round.
Image Credit: City of Edmonton
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Sidewalk Patio
Can be utilized wh.ere 2 metres of pedestrian walkway can be accommodated without the use of
pedestrian diversion or use of curbside parking stall -can be seasonal or year-round.
Patios must include a patio rail system around the perimeter. This option is only available where the
sidewalk is wide enough to accommodate both the patio and a 2m clear path for pedestrians.
Temporary traffic control is not required for this type of patio. Patios can be furnished with tables,
chairs, umbrellas, string lights, heaters, and planters. All railings and patio furnishings must be fully
removable within twenty-four (24) hours in case maintenance, events, or other activities by the City are
required.
Partial Sidewalk Patio (no boardwalk sidewalk required)
Image credit: City of Edmonton
Full Sidewalk Patio (with Boardwalk) -highway use permit
Businesses are responsible for supplying a mandatory boardwalk sidewalk structure to provide an
accessible path for the public in the curb lane. Boardwalk structures and the patio area must include a
guard and patio railing around the perimeter. Patios can be furnished with tables, chairs, umbrellas,
string lights, heaters, and planters. All boardwalk structures and patio furnishings must be fully
removable within twenty-four (24) hours in case maintenance, events, or other activities by the City and
utilit"y providers are required. This type of patio can be operated seasonally.
Image credit: City of Edmonton
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Parklet Patio -highway use permit
Patios can be developed on a platform that is level with the sidewalk or placed directly on the street.
Parklet patios must include a guard around the perimeter. Businesses are responsible for ensuring the
parklet patio is accessible which may include supplying curb ramps into the patio area if it is directly on
the street. Patio can be furnished with tables, chairs, umbrellas, heaters, and planters. All structures and
patio furnishings must be fully removable within twenty-four (24) hours in case maintenance, events or
other activities by the City and utility providers are required. This type of patio can be operated
seasonally.
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Patio Type Required Seasonality/ Vear Application Considerations
approval tool Round period
Sidewalk Cafe Application Both Year Round Tables and chairs
must be brought in
each evening.
Maintain full 2 m of
distance for
pedestrian access of
sidewalk
Sidewalk patio {no Highway Use Both Year Round Maintain full 2 m of
boardwalk) Permit distance for
pedestrian access of
sidewalk
Full Sidewalk Highway Use Seasonal (April 1-Applications If impacting more
Patio with Permit Oct 31) accepted from than one parking
boardwalk Feb 1-March stall, support letters
15 from adjacent
neighbours and
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business owners are
required.
Parklet Highway Use Seasonal (April 1-Applications If impacting more
Permit Oct 31) From Feb 1-than one parking
March 15 stall, support letters
from adjacent
neighbours and
business owners are
required.
Eligibility for the Patio Program includes:
• Having a valid City of Maple Ridge Business Licence;
• Being an eating or drinking establishment, including liquor primary, food primary, liquor
manufacturing, u-brew and u-vin licenced establishments; and
• Having a valid zoning approval as noted in the curbside patio program
What is Permitted:
• Serving and eating food and beverages
• Patio installations that can be moved within 24 hours. Types of structures and furnishings vary
depending on the option.
• On a day-to-day basis, patios can be open during the same hours as the business it is
associated with.
What is not Permitted:
• Cooking of food and drink preparation
• Permanent infrastructure including spiking, drilling or otherwise permanently affixing railings,
furniture, parklets and other patio structures to City infrastructure
• Use of City power receptacles for any purposes
• Portable toilets
• Painting of Municipal Sidewalks
•Posting of signs on municipal light standard
• Stages
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• Pergolas or any overhead elements aside from umbrellas.
• Exceeding permitted occupant load for the total number of seats, including the patio
While operating your patio as a business, the following should also be kept in mind:
• The patio may only operate within the designated patio area identified in the Highway Use
Permit.
• All patios are subject to compliance checks. If the patio is found operating outside the
approved plan, the patio and or applicant may be subject to enforcement.
• The City may alter or limit the use of the licence area to accommodate conflicting construction
activities or events. As much advance notice as possible will be provided.
• The City may terminate the permission to operate the patio without notice in the event of an
emergency and/or operational safety concerns.
•All patios are to remain in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition.
•Locations for staging areas for clearing, storing dishes are not permitted on the patio area or
on the public right of way.
•String lights may only be affixed to private property with authorization to do so; Lights, if
installed, should not impact residential units (will not be permitted)
•If landscaping or vegetation is a component of the Patio, there should be a high standard of
maintenance to ensure aesthetically pleasing appearances.
Create Your Patio Plan
A Patio Plan is a drawing that identifies what portion of street and/or sidewalk space will be used for the
patio. The application also requires photos of the business frontage, including showing adjacent
businesses.
Your Patio Plan must:
• Identify the boundary of the proposed patio area, including dimensions.
o If the proposed patio area will extend beyond one parallel parking stall in front of your
business frontage you must get written permission from the adjacent property owners and
tenants confirming their support of the plan.
• Illustrate the proposed layout of the patio identifying the elements it will include such as:
o parklet or sidewalk (with or without boardwalk) patio and any required guards and/or patio
railings;
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o the quantity of tables and chairs; and,
o any furnishings such as umbrellas, planters, string lights, or heaters.
• Clearly indicate where the 2m pedestrian clear path will be accommodated.
• Identify if the patio area impacts any loading zones and curbside parking {EPark or other restricted
parking zones). Note: accessible parking areas and bus stops are not available for use.
• Identify any Boulevard Street Trees in the right-of-way impacted by or directly adjacent to the patio
area.
• Identify any utility infrastructure impacted by or directly adjacent to the patio area (fire hydrants,
street light poles and/or utility cabinets).
• Identify any other street furniture impacted by or directly adjacent to the patio area (waste
receptacles, bicycle parking areas, bollards, and/or any accessory street furniture).
• Identify any elements associated with ensuring the patio area remains accessible for mobility users.
Street Safety and Accessibility
•Parklet or Full Sidewalk (with Boardwalk) Patios are only allowed on roadways with a posted speed
limit of 50 km/h or less; Not including Lougheed Highway, Haney Bypass, and Dewdney Trunk Road.
• The edge of the patio (side adjacent to vehicle traffic) must be at least 0.65m {25½") from the edge of
any adjacent travel lane, bike lane, or shared pathway.
• Parklet or Full Sidewalk (with Boardwalk) Sidewalk Patios must be at least:
o 6.0m {19' -8 1/4") from the corner of an uncontrolled intersection or from the corner of a
controlled intersection (stop/yield sign or signals) or an intersection with a marked pedestrian
crosswalk.
o Measured from the edge of the patio area to the face-of-curb of the intersecting roadway.
• Maintain traffic sight lines as noted in Highway and Traffic Bylaw 6704-2009
• Curb lanes where vehicles park are available for consideration of Parklet Patio or Full Sidewalk (with
Boardwalk) installation
• Traffic Control Signs -for example, stop signs, yield signs, speed limit signs -Cannot be moved to
accommodate a patio.
•Accessible Parking Spaces -these are spaces reserved for vehicles with disabled parking placards -
Cannot be used for a Parklet Patio
•Patios are not permitted in bus stops or if in close proximity must be in line with Translink Bus
Infrastructure Design Guidelines to allow for transit traffic flow.
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Fire Department Infrastructure
• Maintain 1.Sm (59"') of clear space around any:
o Fire hydrant; and,
o Fire Department Connections
Utilities
• Patios cannot be located overtop of underground utility vaults.
• Patios must not obstruct utility connections/disconnects, lines, or meters; or obstruct access to
utilities in any manner.
• Maintain 1.Sm (59"} of clear space around any Hydro infrastructure including but not limited to Utility
Cabinets, Pad Mounted Transformers, Vista Switches, Vaults or Pedestals or otherwise aligned with BC
Hydro guidelines.
Street Furniture
• Benches, Canada Post Boxes, Newspaper Boxes, and Affixed Wastebins, cannot be relocated to
accommodate a patio.
• Temporary seating and tables for sidewalk cafes must be taken indoors each evening
Patio and Building Exits
• Patios cannot block any building exit, including any emergency exits, or impede the exit path to safety.
• Patios with a Patio Railing must have at least one exit through the railing (not back into the building):
o Exits must be at least 0.9m (35½") wide and obstacle free.
o Exits must be clearly visible to patrons, or clearly marked with exit signs.
Patio Perimeter Treatments
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• All Parklet Patios or Full Sidewalk (with Boardwalk) Patios located in the curb lane must include a
Guard.
• Guards must be constructed with these requirements:
o Minimum height is 1.07m (4Z1') and maximum height is 1.22m (48"); and
o Spaces between horizontal or vertical elements less than 10.2cm (4") or greater than 20.3cm
(8").
• Any gates in the Patio Railing must not swing into the pedestrian clear path, the adjacent road space
or parking lanes.
• All Guards or Patio Railings must:
Heaters
o Not be affixed to any building facade or element;
o Constructed and supported to not damage any public property;
o Readily removable at any time;
o Be a complementary design to the surrounding streetscape and design guidelines in the OCP
(e.g. black railings to minimize visual impact and create consistency or tastefully designed with
unique features when viewed in the overall context of the neighbourhood and municipality)
• Electric or propane patio heaters must be:
o ULC-or CSA-certified freestanding units only;
o Installed and operated per the manufacturer's directions;
o Located at least 3m (~10') away from any City tree branches;
o Stored off the road right-of-way when not in use.
• Any propane tanks used cannot exceed 20Ib capacity.
• Any electrical cords used cannot lie on the ground; if strung overhead no part of the cord may hang
below 2.11m (7') above the walking surface.
• Solid, gel, or liquid-fuel fire features are not allowed.
• Heaters that are not freestanding and/or have fuel service connected to a building are not permitted
through the patio program
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Engagement Requirements
If the patio area will extend beyond one {1} standard parking stall, in line with your business frontage,
the applicant must obtain letters of support from the adjacent businesses, property owners/managers,
commercial/residential tenants, Business Improvement Areas and/or community leagues that are
impacted by the patio extension
If you have a valid BC liquor licence and LCRB External website, opens in new tab approval, you can
serve alcohol to patio patrons.
Insurance Requirements:
All patios held on public property require a minimum of $5 million liability coverage with the City of
Maple Ridge listed as an "Additional Insured".
General Design Guidelines:
The following guidelines outline the standards that successful curbside patio, sidewalk cafe and sidewalk
patio designs are expected to fulfill.
· Parklets should be interesting and welcoming spaces that encourage passersby to pause, sit, relax, and
interact with others.
· Seating should be durable and comfortable for individuals and groups of all ages and abilities. Designs
that encourage use in rainy weather should be considered.
· The overall character of the design on your patio should be unique and should not have an overt
visual relationship with any nearby businesses. Consistency of the patio, where possible is encouraged
{E.g., black railings and guards to ensure consistent look and feel through the community, sitting areas
and within the patio are encouraged to be unique).
• Signage denoting the curbside patios, sidewalk cafe's and sidewalk patios as publicly accessible must
be clearly and prominently displayed. Any additional signage or logos must be approved by City staff.
· The curbside patios, sidewalk cafe's and sidewalk patios with pedestrian diversion should respond to
surrounding conditions. Special consideration will be given to applications that improve the walking
experience, for example by creating more space to walk on particularly narrow or congested sidewalks.
· The design must promote visibility to passing traffic and maintain clear sightlines at intersections and
crossings.
· The design should consider travel patterns and behavior of people walking and biking in order to
minimize potential conflicts and maximize contribution to public life and public realm.
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TO:
FROM:
His Worship Mayor Dan Ruimy
and Members of Council
Chief Administrative Officer
City of Maple Ridge
MEETING DATE: October 24, 2023
FILE NO: 01-0690-01
MEETING: Workshop
SUBJECT: UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund -
Maple Ridge Climate-Related Multi-Hazard Risk Assessment
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The purpose of this report is to request Council authorization to seek funding from the Union of BC
Municipalities (UBCM) through their Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF) Disaster Risk
Reduction -Climate Adaptation (ORR-CA) funding stream for $150,000.
The City of Maple Ridge is seeking funding to conduct a Climate-Related Multi-Hazard (CRHM) Risk
Assessment. This assessment will help the City better understand and prepare for climate and natural
hazards that have alreagY,J?.f?..9,¾!rred, and are expected.to increase, in the commu11JtY..1)J1~se hazards
include heavy rainfall, flooding, extreme heat, and drought. This assessment will help inform both
climate-related risk and impact reductions, and community safety and emergency preparedness, for
hazard events.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the City of Maple Ridge be authorized to submit the application for "Maple Ridge Climate-Related
Multi-Hazard Risk Assessment" to the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund, Disaster Risk
Reduction J Climate Adaptation stream, and provide overall grant marfagement, if awarded funding.
DISCUSSION:
a) Background Context:
The Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) is offering funding up to $150,000 for Disaster Risk
Reduction (ORR) with a Climate Adaptation integration through their Community Emergency
Preparedness Fund (CEPF).
Maple Ridge has experienced extreme precipitation, flooding, extreme heat, and heatwaves in
recent years (2018 to 2023), increasing the risks from climate-related and natural hazards
and impacts to the social, economic, health and environmental aspects of the community.
Climate change increases the likelihood of weather-driven natural hazards occurring, the
severity of disasters, and the occurrence of cascading events.
A Climate-Related Multi-Hazard (CRMH) Risk Assessment will examine how increasing climate-
related risk and natural hazards interact now and into the future. This assessment will
contribute to reducing climate-related risks and impacts, enhancing community safety, and
improving emergency preparedness for climate and natural hazard events. The CRHM will
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provide insights into the community's vulnerability to interconnected and compounding
hazards and their impacts, offering guidance on how responses and actions can be enhanced
to address these challenges more effectively.
b) Desired Outcome:
That Council support application to the program which will increase the resilience -capacity
to prepare for, prevent or withstand, respond to, and recover from impacts -of Maple Ridge
to climate-related and natural hazards.
c) Strategic Alignment:
The proposed project aligns with Council's 2023-2026 Strategic Plan Strategic Priorities and
Goals for:
Climate Leadership and Environmental Stewards -Mitigate and adapt to the impacts of
climate change.
Engaged, Healthy Community -Ensure the safety and enhance the well-being of residents.
Climate Leadership and Environmental Stewards -Mitigate and adapt to the impacts of
climate change.
Governance and Corporate Excellences -Identify and commit to opportunities for the City
to move forward on a path of Truth and Reconciliation, and Ensure the City is
organizationally resilient, ready to adapt to a changing environment.
Additionally, the project wilLi.r;:iform the development of the City's Climate Action Plan and:future
emergency response plans.
d) Citizen/Customer Implications:
Engagement of the public and consultations with First Nations and stakeholders will be
required to inform and understand the climate-related hazard risks and hazard concerns and
events that stakeholders, local First Nations, and the public have experienced in Maple Ridge.
This engagement and consurtation will assistin determining and informing the vulnerabilities
and the equity and social, natural and economic components and outcomes of the CRHM
Risk Assessment
e) Interdepartmental Implications:
The Climate-Related Multi-Hazard (CRMH) Risk Assessment will require the participation of
and insights on climate-related and natural hazard impacts, responses, and preparation from
several departments including Fire & Rescue, Public Works, By-law and Community Safety,
Planning and Parks, Recreation, and Culture.
f) Business Plan/Financial Implications:
The application for funding to UBCM is requesting $150,000 for the project. The City of Maple
Ridge will contribute $57,000 of in-kind support including grant management.
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CONCLUSION:
A Climate-Related Multi-Hazard · (CRMH) Risk Assessment will help increase the resiliency of Maple
Ridge by informing Climate-related risk and impact reductions and community safety and emergency
preparedness to cg n~zafd events.
Prepared by: Brian Mo iiome
Climat ction and Resiliency Advisor
Concurrence:~·-Sco ft~
Chief Administrative Officer
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