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City of Maple Ridge
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, British Columbia, on Wednesday,
November 2, 2016 at 7:00 pm
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Delaram Farshad
Councillor Bob Masse
Annette Morgan
Tarel Swansky
Mike Murray
Susan Carr
Vicki Kipps, Chair
Laura Butler
Sgt. Brenda Gresiuk
Mikayla Clayton
Dr. Helena Swinkels
lneke Boekhorst
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Sunny Schiller
Shawn Matthewson
GUESTS
Cathy Bennett
REGRETS/ABSENTS
Matt Williams
Kathy Doull
Candace Gordon
Hannah Macdonald
Fraser Health
Council Liaison
Seniors Network
Member at Large
School District #42 Trustee
School District #42 Trustee (Alternate)
Community Network
Member at Large
RCMP
Youth Rep
Fraser Health
Downtown BIA / Friends in Need
Committee Clerk
Staff Liaison / Social Planning Analyst
Community Dialogue on Homelessness Subcommittee
Member at Large
Fraser Health
Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows-Katzie Community Network
Member at large -Youth Rep
1. CALL TO ORDER AND INTRODUCTIONS
There being a quorum present, the Chair called the meeting to order at 7:03 pm and
introductions were made.
2. AGENDA ADOPTION
R16-023
It was moved and seconded
That the Agenda dated November 2, 2016 be adopted.
CARRIED
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3. MINUTE APPROVAL
R16-024
It was moved and seconded
That the Minutes dated September 7, 2016 be approved.
CARRIED
It was decided to begin with Item 7.1
Note: Dr. Swinkels entered at 7:10 pm.
7. COMMITTEE UPDATES
7.1 Community Dialogue on Homelessness Subcommittee Update
SPAC members provided feedback on the two sessions of the Community Dialogue
on Homelessness sessions held so far.
7.2 Community Network
The Chair provided an update on the Community Network. The ongoing Community
Superhero campaign is a great success.
5. NEW BUSINESS
5.1 End of Year Celebration
The Staff Liaison reviewed the work of the committee throughout 2016 including the
development of the Youth Strategy, a presentation by Victims Services, the
Community Fentanyl forum, the Community Dialogue on Homelessness. Committee
members shared their thoughts on what they are grateful for, including the involved
community agencies, the action orientated nature of the committee, the partnerships
formed. Chair Vicki Kipps was recognized for her many contributions to the
community this year.
5.2 SPAC Budget Update
The Staff Liaison provided a current budget and outlined plans for 2017. A more
detailed review of financial commitments will be done in January 2017.
5.3 Federal Government's Affordable and Social Housing Announcements
The Staff Liaison provided an update on funding provided by the provincial and
federal governments for affordable and social housing.
5.4 Ideas for the Social Policy Workshops
The Staff Liaison reminded the Committee that Social Policy engagement workshops
will be planned annually going forward. Housing and the implementation of the youth
strategy were mentioned as potential topics. This topic will be addressed in January.
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5.5 Update from the Opioid Overdose Working Group
Dr. Helena Swinkels, Chair of the Opioid Overdose Response Working Group,
provided an update on the work of the group which was struck during the summer in
response to concerns about overdose deaths. Statistics and current actions
regarding opioid overdoses were provided. The group recently made a presentation
to Council.
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6.1 Youth Strategy Update
The Youth Strategy was endorsed by Council on October 24, 2016. Staff were
directed to bring back a report that includes a multi-year implementation plan for
Council's consideration.
6.2 Update on the BC Bus Pass Program for People with Disabilities
The Staff Liaison reported the Bus Pass program for People with Disabilities has been
reinstated by the provincial government.
In response to a question raised the Staff Liaison provided an update on a local
residence for at risk youth. An update on this topic will be provided when new
information becomes available.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
8.1 Correspondence received from public following September SPAC Meeting
The correspondence has been distributed to Committee members.
9. QUESTION PERIOD
10. ROUNDTABLE
Mike Murray reported on the current work of School District 42. The School District is waiting
for a response to their application for a new elementary school (and community centre) in the
Albion area.
lneke Boekhorst reported on the work of the BIA including an upcoming downtown Maple
Ridge safety audit and a recent meeting with RainCity in regards to the temporary shelter. A
downtown clean up initiative is being planned in conjunction with Alouette Addictions.
Sgt. Brenda Gresiuk raised the issue of the recent tragedy in Abbotsford. Sgt. Gresiuk
provided an update on the current work of the RCMP, including the review of risk assessment
and response plans.
Ta rel Swansky reported the fireworks on October 30 were amazing.
Susan Carr is arranging Naloxone training. The District Parent Advisory Committee recently
held a youth mental wellness forum that was very well attended.
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Annette Morgan reported the Seniors Network has a number of projects on the go. The
Seniors Network has been nominated for a Business Excellence award. Ms. Morgan thanked
Heather Treleavan for her work with the Seniors Network.
Councillor Masse raised the issue of the dissolution of Alouette Home Start Society. The
contributions of the Society to the community were acknowledged.
Mikayla Clayton shared information regarding a school club she participates in . Ms. Clayton
suggested the Committee look at specific drugs used by youth at an upcoming meeting.
Laura Butler reported the Ridge Meadows Foundation recently held a very successful
fundraiser.
Shawn Matthewson reported on a recent Community Foundation report on community safety.
The report will be emailed to the Committee.
11. ADJOURNMENT
It was moved and seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 9:14 pm.
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