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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSPAC 2015-09-09 Minutes.pdf) City of Maple Ridge SOCIAL PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Social Planning Advisory Committee, held in the Blaney Room, at Maple Ridge City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia, on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT Steven Lamothe, Chair Councillor Bob Masse Delaram Farshad Korleen Carreras Annette Morgan Sgt. Brenda Gresiuk Candace Gordon Bob Daley lneke Boekhorst Vicki Kipps Councillor Shymkiw Jenny Tan Josee Brazeau GUESTS Nimret Rai STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT Sunny Schiller Sue Wheeler Tony Cotroneo Meghan MacMillan REGRETS/ABSENTS Dr. Shovita Padhi Pierre Welbedagt Jassy Maghera Kathy Doull Stephanie Ediger, Vice-Chair Rajinder Kalra John Heffernan Ministry of Social Development & Social Innovation Council Liaison Fraser Health School District #42 Trustee Seniors Network RCMP Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows-Katzie Community Network Member at Large Downtown BIA/ Friends in Need Community Network Council Liaison Member at Large -Youth Representative Community at Large Environmental Health Officer, Fraser Health Committee Clerk Staff Liaison/ Director of Community Services Recreation Manager Youth, Seniors and Neighbourhood Services Youth Services Programmer Fraser Health Member at Large Family Education & Support Centre Executive Director, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Health Services & Ridge Meadows Hospital (Fraser Health) Poverty Alleviation Community at Large Ridge Meadows Association for Community Living SPAC Minutes September 9, 2015 Page 2 of 4 1. CALL TO ORDER AND INTRODUCTIONS There being a quorum present, the Chair called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. and introductions were made. 2. AGENDA ADOPTION R15-017 It was moved and seconded That the Agenda for be amended to switch Items 6.1 and 6.2 and be adopted as amended. CARRIED 3. MINUTE ADOPTION R15-018 It was moved and seconded That the Minutes of June 3, 2015 be adopted. 4. DELEGATIONS 4.1 "My Health My Community" report -Delaram Farshad, Healthy Communities Coordinator, Fraser Health CARRIED Ms. Delaram Farshad presented results from the My Health My Community survey. This online survey was designed to collect local level data with the goal of improving the health and wellness of communities. Results for the Maple Ridge Local Health Area were reported for areas such as health habits and community features. Next steps include regional in depth analyses of key community health issues and the production of an interactive online atlas. For more information on the survey visit: www.myhealthmycommunity.org lneke Boekhorst entered the meeting at 7:09 p.m. 5. NEW BUSINESS 5.1 Federal Homelessness Partnership Strategy (HPS) Housing First Readiness Response to Call for Proposals -Update The Staff Liaison provided a brief update on an application made during the summer in response to a call for applications for Housing First dollars available for communities that have not previously received funds. These funds are intended to allow municipalities to develop their capacity to provide housing first services. Fourteen partners developed and submitted a proposal at the end of August. A response is expected in October. The Staff Liaison thanked those committee members that participated in the application process for their efforts. SPAC Minutes September 9, 2015 Page 3 of 4 5.2 Youth Strategy Planning -Update The Youth Services Programmer provided an update on the City of Maple Ridge 's youth strategy planning. Staff has explored the possibility of a partnership with Valley Youth Partnership for Engagement and Respect (VYPER). The philosophies of VYPER and of Youth Services al ign, as both groups focus on ideas and plans that come from youth. The Youth Services Programmer explained the VYPER granting process and that the grant funds could be used to hire a consultant to work on the development of a youth strategy. VYPER will be meeting with community groups in the fall. The Staff Liaison reported that this model has been very successful in other municipalities. Meghan MacMillan left the meeting at 8:14 p.m. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Age Friendly Communities Forum Update The Staff Liaison provided an update on the Age Friendly Initiative. The Community Network is the community partner for this process. As a result of a recent community forum five key topic areas haven be identified. Annette Morgan reported the forum was well attended and participants were very engaged. The next steps include a community forum in October, a presentation to Council in November and a final report to UBCM in December. Once an Age Friendly Plan is in place the City can receive the "Age Friendly" designation from the provincial government. Tony Cotroneo left the meeting at 8:25 p.m. 6.2 Housing Action Plan (HAP) -Implementation Framework Update The Staff Liaison reported that the implementation framework for the Housing Action Plan was presented to Council during July. A second presentation to provide more information will be made to Council next week. 6.2.1 HAP Situational Report: Housing and Population Data Update An updated report will be released Friday, September 11, 2015. 6.3 Maple Ridge Resilience Initiative Update Councillor Masse provided an update on the work of the Resilience Initiative. Approximately 40 people have been housed to date. Decampment planning is underway. The City has been working with Fraser Health to ensure a smooth transition of services. A temporary shelter will be opened in early October. Access to housing and ability to move people along the continuum continue to be challenges. ) SPAC Minutes September 9, 2015 Page 4 of4 7. COMMITTEE UPDATES 7.1 Community Network Vicki Kipps reported the Community Network (CN) is happy to be back to work after the summer holiday. The CN is working with School District 42 on initiatives for local schools and is developing an awareness campaign in regards to ending violence in relationships. Breakfast programs and brown bag lunch programs are ramping up. Alisa's Wish -a local trauma centre for child victims of assault -has generated interest from municipalities in the area. The Community Chest group has been meeting and planning for the upcoming year. 7.2 Neighbourhood Development The Staff Liaison reported that a neighbourhood event is being planned for Cliff Avenue. A public presentation will be made in the fall by Jim Diers, who is world renowned for his work in support of connected and engaged neighbourhoods. 8. CORRESPONDENCE -Nil 9. QUESTION PERIOD 10. ROUNDTABLE The Chair reported on the very successful summer neighbourhood barbeque hosted by Allouette Addictions. Over 200 community members attended the event at Nokai Park. 11. ADJOURNMENT It was moved and seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 9:05 pm. Chair /ss