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Social Policy Advisory Committee
MEETING MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Social Policy Advisory Committee
held in the Blaney Room at Maple Ridge City Hall, 11995 Haney Place Maple Ridge,
on March 4, 2020 at 7:01 pm.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Councillor Chelsa Meadus Council Liaison – Alternate
Annette Morgan Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Katzie Seniors Network
Blaire Mikoda, Vice Chair Member at Large
Brenna Ayliffe Fraser Health
Marissa Stalman Member at Large
STAFF PRESENT
Tony Cotroneo Staff Liaison / Manager, Community Engagement
Erin Mark Committee Clerk
COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT
Councillor Judy Dueck, Chair Council Liaison
Jenny Earley Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Katzie Community Network
Kim Dumore School District No. 42
Sarah Armstrong Member at Large
Tarel Swansky Member at Large
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
R/2020-006
It was moved and seconded
That the March 4, 2020 Social Policy Advisory Committee Agenda be amended to include:
• Item 7.3 – Period Promise Campaign Update
and be approved as amended.
CARRIED
3. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
R/2020-007
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the Maple Ridge Social Policy Advisory Committee meeting dated January
8, 2020 be adopted.
CARRIED
4. DELEGATIONS – Nil
5. QUESTION PERIOD – Nil
6. NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS – Nil
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7. LIAISON UPDATES
7.1 UBCM Grant Application – Poverty Reduction, Planning and Action
The staff liaison presented a verbal update on the UBCM grant application to develop a
Maple Ridge Food Security Action Plan. The staff liaison confirmed that the grant application
was approved by Council and has been submitted to UBCM for consideration.
7.2 Community Network
Brenna Ayliffe provided an update on the Community Network and announced they have a
new Coordinator. The Committee discussed requesting Maple Ridge Council attend part of an
upcoming Community Network meeting but noted the meetings are in conflict with Council
meetings.
R/2020-008
It was moved and seconded
That staff look into having Maple Ridge Council attend part of a regularly scheduled
Community Network meeting in 2020.
CARRIED
7.3 Period Promise Campaign
The staff liaison provided an update on what has happened since the Period Promise
Campaign delegation encouraged the City to ensure period products were available in all City
facilities. A trial campaign was held in the Youth Centre during March and data and feedback
from that program is being collected and will be used to determine future programs.
8. SUBCOMMITTEE & TASK FORCE UPDATES
8.1 Youth Planning Table
The staff liaison provided an update on items discussed at the February Youth Planning
Table and the goals for upcoming meetings.
8.2 Community Action Team (CAT)
Ms. Ayliffe confirmed the next event “Strengthening Resilience” will be held on March 31st at
MRSS and noted the previous events have been very well received.
8.3 EDI Workshop Task Force
Ms. Ayliffe confirmed that the EDI Workshop has been scheduled on March 12th and is open
to anyone who would like to attend.
8.4 Chronic Disease Task Force
The Committee discussed plans and dates for the Chronic Disease workshop.
R/2020-009
It was moved and seconded
That the Social Policy Advisory Committee hold the Chronic Disease Workshop on Thursday
April 30, 2020.
CARRIED
R/2020-010
It was moved and seconded
That Marissa Stalman participate on the Chronic Disease Task Force.
CARRIED
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9. ROUNDTABLE
Members provided verbal reports on relevant events, activities and social policy topics.
10. ADJOURNMENT – 8:12 pm
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