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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-07-14 Adopted Regular Council Meeting Minutes.pdfDistrict of Maple Ridge COUNCIL MEETING July 14, 2009 The Minutes of the Municipal Council Meeting held on July 14, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Municipal Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia for the purpose of transacting regular Municipal business. PRESENT Elected Officials Mayor E. Daykin Councillor C. Ashlie Councillor J. Dueck Councillor A. Hogarth Councillor L. King Councillor M. Morden Councillor C. Speirs Appointed Staff J. Leeburn, Acting Chief Administrative Officer M. Murray, General Manager of Community Development, Parks and Recreation Services P. Gill, General Manager Corporate and Financial Services F. Quinn, General Manager Public Works and Development Services J. Pickering, Director of Planning C. Marlo, Manager of Legislative Services A. Gaunt, Confidential Secretary Note: These Minutes are also posted on the Municipal Web Site at www.mapleridge.ca The meeting was filmed by Shaw Communications Inc. 100 CALL TO ORDER 200 OPENING PRAYERS Pastor Harry Loewen -East Ridge Community Fellowship Church 300 INTRODUCTION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS 400 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA The agenda was approved as circulated. Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 2 of 19 500 ADOPTION AND RECEIPT OF MINUTES 501 Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of June 23, 2009 R/09-323 Minutes Regular Council June 23, 2009 501 It was moved and seconded That the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of June 23, 2009 be adopted as circulated. CARRIED 502 Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of June 16, 2009 R/09-324 Minutes Special Council June 16, 2009 It was moved and seconded That the minutes of the Special Council Meeting of June 16, 2009 be adopted as circulated. CARRIED 502 Minutes of the Development Agreements Committee Meetings of June 12, 23, 29 and July 6, 2009 R/08-325 Minutes Development Agmt It was moved and seconded Committee That the minutes of the Development Agreements Committee Meetings of June 12, 23, 29 and July 6, 2009 be received. CARRIED 600 PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL -Nil Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 3 of 19 700 DELEGATIONS 701 2009 Festivals Promotion -Sandy Blue, Manager of Economic Development The Manager of Economic Development gave a PowerPoint presentation which provided an update of the 2009 Festivals Promotion. She highlighted the background of the festivals promotion project, the deliverables sought and the results of work done on the campaign to promote festivals and events in Maple Ridge. 702 World Fire and Police Games Triathlon -D. Stanton, Race Director; S. 800 900 1000 Ballantyne, CEO -Update on changes to route Mr. Stanton provided an explanation of proposed changes in the route of the World Fire and Police Games Triathlon to be held in Maple Ridge. He indicated the proposed road closures for the new course, the safety features for the route and advised on how local residents will be informed of the race routes. Mr. Ballantyne provided an update of the World Fire and Police Games in their entirety. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -Nil CORRESPONDENCE -Nil BY-LAW Bylaws for Final Reading 1001 RZ/083/06, 28461 Dewdney Trunk Road Staff report dated July 2, 2009 recommending final reading 1001.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6536-2007 To amend the conservation boundary Final reading Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 4 of 19 R/09-326 RZ/083/06 BL No. 6536-2007 It was moved and seconded Final reading That Bylaw No. 6536-2007 be adopted. CARRIED Councillor King, Councillor Speirs -OPPOSED 1001.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6447-2006 To rezone from A-2 (Uplands Agriculture) to A-1 (Small Holdings Agricultural) to permit a 7 lot subdivision Final reading R/09-327 RZ/083/06 BL No. 644 7-2006 It was moved and seconded Final reading That Bylaw No. 6447-2006 be adopted. Councillor King, Councillor Speirs -OPPOSED 1002 RZ/012/08, 24383 125 Avenue Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6565-2008 Staff report dated July 3, 2009 recommending final reading CARRIED To rezone from RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) to RS-2 (One Family Suburban Residential) to permit a 2 lot subdivision Final reading R/09-328 RZ/012/08 BL No. 6565-2008 It was moved and seconded Final reading That Bylaw No. 6565-2008 be adopted. Councillor Speirs -OPPOSED CARRIED Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 5 of 19 COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 1100 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Minutes -July 6, 2009 R/09-329 Minutes cow July 6, 2009 It was moved and seconded That the minutes of the July 6, 2009 Committee of the Whole Meeting be received . CARRIED Public Works and Development Services 1101 RZ/032/07, 12256 222 Street, First Extension Staff report dated June 25, 2009 recommending that a one year extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/032/07 to permit the construction of two apartment buildings with a total of 109 units. R/09-330 RZ/032/07 First Extension It was moved and seconded That a one year extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/032/07 and that the following conditions be addressed prior to consideration of final reading: i) Registration of a Rezoning Servicing Agreement including the deposit of security as outlined in the Agreement; ii) Amendment to Schedule "B" (& "C" if conservation amendment) of the Official Community Plan; iii) Registration of a Geotechnical Report; iv) Cash in lieu of the proposed trail; v) Road dedication as required; vi) Park dedication as required; vii) Registration of a Restrictive Covenant protecting the Visitor Parking; viii) Completion of the Green Building Checklist. CARRIED Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 6 of 19 1102 RZ/057 /07, 10951 Hazelwood Street, First Extension Staff report dated June 24, 2009 recommending that a one year extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/057 /07 to permit the construction of a bus-fleet overhaul and heavy equipment repair facility in the proposed M-3 (Industrial Park) zone. R/09-331 RZ/057 /07 First Extension It was moved and seconded That a one year extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/057 /07 and that the following conditions be addressed prior to consideration of final reading; i) Registration of a Rezoning Servicing Agreement including the deposit of security as outlined in the Agreement; ii) Road dedication as required; iii) Removal of the existing buildings/structures; iv) A Statutory right of way plan and agreement must be registered at the Land Title Office for drainage facilities on the north end of the site and to accommodate a potential future pump station; v) Registration of a 219 Restrictive Covenant must be registered at the Land Title Office for Habitat Conservation purposes; vi) Registration of a 219 Restrictive Covenant for geotechnical issues to address the suitability of the site for the proposed development must be registered; vii) Registration of a 219 Restrictive Covenant for LEEDs; viii) A landscape plan prepared by a Landscape Architect must be submitted; ix) Completion and submission of the Storm Water Management and Drainage Study by the District and Translink for the entire area including subject site; x) Submission of an Industrial Development Permit application including all requirements such as all architectural and landscape drawings of proposed buildings including bonding; and xi) Submission of a Watercourse Protection Development Permit application including all requirements such as proposed enhancement works and re-vegetation plan including bonding and agreement for maintenance. CARRIED Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 7 of 19 1103 RZ/094/07, 23948, 23942 Dewdney Trunk Road, First Extension Staff report dated June 23, 2009 recommending that a one year extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/094/07 to permit a residential subdivision under the R-1 (Residential District) and R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District) zones. R/09-332 RZ/094/07 First Extension It was moved and seconded That a one year extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/094/07 and that the following conditions be addressed prior to consideration of final reading: i) Removal of the existing buildings; and ii) The submission of a planting plan acceptable to the District and the deposit of a security for a landscaping buffer between the proposed residential area and the adjacent commercial use. CARRIED 1104 RZ/045/08, 22692 Lougheed Highway, First Extension Staff report dated June 25, 2009 recommending that a one year extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/045/08 to permit the development of a mixed use gaming and entertainment complex in the Town Centre Area. R/09-333 RZ/045/08 First Extension It was moved and seconded That a one year extension be granted for rezoning application RZ/045/08 and that the following conditions be addressed prior to consideration of final reading: i) Approval from the Ministry of Transportation; ii) Registration of a Rezoning Servicing Agreement including the deposit of security as outlined in the Agreement; iii) Amendment to Schedule "B" & "C" of the Official Community Plan ; Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 8 of 19 iv) A geotechnical report which addresses the suitability of the site for the proposed development and a Section 219 covenant registered on the site addressing conditions of soil stability; v) Completion of the Green Building checklist; vi) Road dedication as required; and vii) Park dedication as required. CARRIED 1105 DVP/012/08, 24383 125 Avenue Staff report dated June 15, 2009 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal DVP/012/08 to reduce front setbacks and to reduce the rural road standard asphalt width. The Corporate Officer advised that no correspondence was received on this application. R/09-334 DVP/012/08 Sign and seal It was moved and seconded That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal DVP/012/08 respecting property located at 24383 125 Avenue. CARRIED 1106 DVP/014/09, 22225/22229 Dewdney Trunk Road Staff report dated June 16, 2009 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized sign and seal DVP/014/09 to relax the minimum required height of 3 storeys for C-3 zoned properties within the Town Centre Area. R/09-335 DVP/014/09 Sign and seal It was moved and seconded That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal DVP/014/09 respecting property located at 22225/22229 Dewdney Trunk Road. CARRIED Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 9 of 19 1107 St. Andrews Heritage Church Hall -Heritage Alteration Permit Staff report dated June 25, 2009 recommending that a Heritage Alteration Permit be issued for St. Andrew's Heritage Church to allow for roof replacement. R/09-336 Heritage Alteration Permit It was moved and seconded That a Heritage Alteration Permit for St. Andrew's Heritage Church Hall be issued for roof replacement under the following terms and conditions: a. The project must comply with: i. The Scope of Work (District of Maple Ridge Invitation to Quote ITQ-P109-087); ii. St. Andrew's Heritage Church Hall Conservation & Feasibility Plan; and iii. The Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada. b. The project must be completed within one year of the Permit date, or the Heritage Alteration Permit will become null and void. CARRIED 1108 2008 Translink MRN Minor Capital Program Agreement 0827-1102 Staff report dated June 8, 2009 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and execute Major Road Network Minor Capital Program Agreement No. 0827-1102 for work on 232 Street between Dewdney Trunk Road and Abernethy Way. R/09-337 2008 Translink MRN Agreement 0827-1102 It was moved and seconded That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and execute MRN Minor Capital Program Agreement No. 0827-1102 as attached to the staff report dated June 8, 2009. CARRIED Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 10 of 19 1109 Honda Gold Wing Road Riders Association 2009 Region 'J' Rally Staff report dated June 10, 2009 recommending that use of municipal streets be authorized for the Honda Gold Wing Road Riders Association 2009 Region 'J' Rally on Sunday, August 2, 2009. R/09-338 Use of Streets Honda Gold Wing Road Riders It was moved and seconded That the use of municipal streets be authorized for the Honda Gold Wing Road Riders Association 2009 Region 'J' Rally on Sunday, August 2, 2009 between 10:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., provided the conditions outlined in Schedule 'A' attached to the staff report dated June 10, 2009 are met. CARRIED Note: Item 1110 was dealt with following Item 702 1110 2009 World Police & Fire Games Triathlon Event Staff report dated June 15, 2009 recommending that use of municipal streets be authorized for the 2009 World Police & Fire Games Triathlon Event on Saturday, August 8, 2009. R/09-339 Use of Streets 2009 World Police & Fire Games It was moved and seconded That the use of municipal streets be authorized for the 2009 World Police & Fire Games Triathlon Event on Saturday, August 8, 2009, provided the conditions outlined in Schedule 'A' attached to the staff report dated June 15, 2009 are met. CARRIED Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 11 of 19 1111 Heritage Day Parade Staff report dated June 15, 2009 recommending that use of municipal streets be authorized for the Heritage Day Parade on Saturday, August 1, 2009. R/09-340 Use of Streets Heritage Day Parade It was moved and seconded That the use of municipal streets be authorized for the Heritage Day Parade on Saturday, August 1, 2009, provided the conditions outlined in Schedule 'A' attached to the staff report dated June 15, 2009 are met. CARRIED Financial and Corporate Services (including Fire and Police) 1131 Economic Advisory Committee review of proposed Bylaw No. 6673-2009 Staff report dated June 23, 2009 recommending that the suggested changes proposed by the Economic Advisory Commission be accepted and that Bylaw No. 6673-2009 be given first, second and third readings. R/09-341 BL No. 6673-2209 Three readings It was moved and seconded That the suggested changes proposed by the Maple Ridge Economic Advisory Committee as outlined in the staff report dated June 23, 2009 be accepted; and further That Bylaw No. 6673-2009 be given first, second and third readings. CARRIED Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 12 of 19 1132 Special Occasion Licence Staff report dated June 12, 2009 recommending approval of the application from Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Agricultural Association for a Special Occasion Licence to host a Beer Garden at the Albion Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26, 2009 as part of the 2009 Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Country Fest. R/09-342 Special Occasion Licence It was moved and seconded That the application from the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Agricultural Association by way of a letter dated June 3, 2009 for a Special Occasion Licence to host a beer garden at the Albion Fairgrounds as part of the 2009 Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Country Fest be approved as follows: Saturday Sunday and further; July 25, 2009 July 26, 2009 12:00 Noon -12:00 Midnight 12:00 Noon -6:00 p.m. That the use of the Albion Fairgrounds (Municipal property) for this Special Occasion Licence be authorized. CARRIED 1133 Telephone System Replacement -Fire Hall #1, Award of Contract Staff report dated June 30, 2009 recommending that the staff be directed to enter in to a contract with Microserve for the replacement of the telephone system at Fire Hall #1. R/09-343 Award of Contract Telephone System Replacement It was moved and seconded That staff be directed to enter into a contract with Microserve for up to $62,000 plus GST for the replacement of the telephone system at Fire Hall #1, noting that Council approval will be required for the procurement of subsequent phases. CARRIED Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 13 of 19 Community Development and Recreation Service 1151 Local Area Service Petition for the Provision of a Municipal Service, Kanaka Business Park Landscape Maintenance Bylaw Staff report dated June 24, 2009 recommending that Local Area Service to the properties outlined, as formally petitioned for an estimated cost of $600.00 per year be authorized and that Kanaka Business Park Landscape Maintenance Bylaw No. 6676-2009 be given first, second and third reading. R/09-344 Local Area Service BL No. 6676-2009 It was moved and seconded That Local Area Service to the properties outlined in bold attached to the staff report dated June 24, 2009, as formally petitioned for an estimated cost of $600.00 per year which is to be levied on the benefiting property owners in accordance with the "Maple Ridge Local Area Service Policy" be authorized; and further That Kanaka Business Park Landscape Maintenance Bylaw No. 6676-2009 be given first, second and third readings. CARRIED 1152 Ross Systems Financial Software Upgrade Staff report dated June 30, 2009 recommending that staff be authorized to negotiate and award a contract not to exceed $212,000 for the purpose of upgrading the existing Ross Systems financial software modules. R/09-345 Award of Contract Ross Systems It was moved and seconded That staff be authorized to negotiate and award a contract to Ross Systems Inc not to exceed $212,000 for the purpose of upgrading the existing Ross Systems financial software modules. CARRIED Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 14 of 19 1153 Alouette Home Start Society -Iron Horse Youth Safe House Extension of Lease Staff report dated July 2, 2009 recommending that the lease agreement with the Alouette Home Start Society for the Iron Horse Youth House be extended for an additional five years. R/09-346 Extension of Lease Iron Horse Youth It was moved and seconded Safe House 1200 1201 That the lease agreement with the Alouette Home Start Society for the Iron Horse Youth Safe House be extended for an additional five years from the current lease end date. CARRIED Correspondence Other Committee Issues STAFF REPORTS Award of Contract E02-010-135: 240 Street Bridge Replacement over Kanaka Creek Staff report dated July 6, 2009 recommending that Contract E02-010-135: 240 Street Bridge Replacement over Kanaka Creek be awarded to GCL Contracting & Engineering Inc., that the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute the contract and that the proposed engineering services during construction by Associated Engineering be approved. Corporate Officer advised that staff is recommending an addition to the recommendation with the staff report stating that the award of contracts is subject to approval from Transport Canada. The General Manager, Public Works and Development Services advised that Kanaka Creek may be subject to the Navigational Waters Act and that the project consultant is meeting with Transport Canada to obtain clarification. Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 15 of 19 R/09-347 Award of Contract 240 Street Bridge It was moved and seconded That Contract E02-010-135, Road Improvements: 240 Street Bridge Replacement over Kanaka Creek, be awarded to GCL Contracting & Engineering Inc. in the amount of $3,330,197.85 subject to approval from Transport Canada being received; and That Associated Engineering's proposal for engineering services during construction, in the amount of $193,900.00 be approved subject to approval from Transport Canada being received; and further That the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute the contracts. CARRIED 1202 Loan Authorization Bylaws Staff report dated July 8, 2009 recommending first, second and third readings of loan authorization bylaws to allow for expansion of the existing municipal cemetery, replacement of the 240 Street Bridge over Kanaka Creek, the submission of the bylaws to the Ministry of Community Services for approval by the Inspector of Municipalities and approval of the electors to be sought through the alternative approval process. The General Manager, Corporate and Financial Services advised on the borrowing of monies and payment of debt with respect to the two projects. R/09-348 Loan Authorization Bylaws It was moved and seconded WHEREAS the District of Maple Ridge ("the District") proposed: expand the municipal cemetery and replace the 240 Street bridge over Kanaka Creek ("the project"); AND WHEREAS the District will require the adoption of loan authorization bylaws under section 179 of the Community Charter to proceed with the projects; Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 16 of 19 AND WHEREAS the District may adopt the loan authorization bylaws only with the approval of the electors; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved: 1. That Maple Ridge Cemetery Expansion Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 6679-2009 be given first, second and third readings; 2. That Maple Ridge 240 Street Bridge over Kanaka Creek Replacement Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 6680-2009 be given first, second and third readings; 3. That the Corporate Officer be directed to submit Bylaw Nos. 6679-2009 and 6680-2009 to the Ministry of Community Services for review and approval by the Inspector of Municipalities; and further 4. That approval of the electors be sought through the alternative approval process in relation Bylaw Nos. 6679- 2009 and 6680-2009, following approval of the bylaws by the Inspector of Municipalities. CARRIED 1300 RELEASE OF ITEMS FROM CLOSED COUNCIL -Nil Note: Mayor Daykin requested that the General Manager of Community Development, Parks and Recreation Services speak to the 2009 BC Disability Games. The General Manager of Community Development, Parks and Recreation Services provided and reviewed the brochure for the 2009 BC Disability Games. He highlighted the competitive events and the opening ceremonies, explained the "Give It A Go Events" and encouraged residents to participate in all aspects of the Games. Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 17 of 19 1400 1500 MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Daykin applauded the local businesses providing their support to the 2009 BC Disability Games. He advised that a letter has been sent to Metro Vancouver requesting reconsideration of the mid-week charge at the Maple Ridge Transfer Station. Mayor Daykin attended the official opening of Spirit Square and the Caribbean Festival. He reminded residents of the upcoming Maple Ridge- Pitt Meadows Country Fest. COUNCILLORS' REPORTS Councillor Ashlie Councillor Ashlie attended various events. She reported on meetings of the Social Planning Advisory Committee and the Agricultural Advisory Committee. She participated in a tour of the new psychiatric facility at the Ridge Meadows Hospital and attended the Trejan Lodge Open House. Councillor Dueck Councillor Dueck participated in a tour of the new psychiatric facility. She recognized the contribution of Mr. Ron Antalek toward the facility. Councillor Dueck attended the Trejan Lodge Open House, the Canada Day celebration, the Caribbean Festival and the Ridge Meadows Educational Mural Foundation leaf dedication. She also attended a Council of Councils meeting and participated in an off leash dog park tour with the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Parks and Leisure Services Commission. Councillor Hogarth Councillor Hogarth attended various events including the Trejan Lodge Open House. He thanked the Mayor and staff for hosting a delegation of officials from China. Councillor Speirs Councillor Speirs participated in an off leash dog park tour with the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Parks and Leisure Services Commission. He attended Canada Day celebrations, the opening of Spirit Square, the Caribbean Festivals and plays at the ACT put on by MainStage. He also attended a Council of Councils meeting. Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 18 of 19 1600 1700 1800 Councillor Morden Councillor Morden attended various events including the Canada Day Celebration, the Ridge Meadows Educational Mural Foundation leaf dedication, the Spirit Square opening and Caribbean Days. He also attended meetings of the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society and the Downtown Business Improvement Association Safety and Security Committee. He advised that the 2009 BC Disability Games are still in need of volunteers and encouraged residents to volunteer. Councillor King Councillor King attended a Council of Councils meeting. She also attended the MainStage event, the opening of Spirit Square, Caribbean Day festivities and the Farmer's Market. OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT-Nil NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS -Nil QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC Tyler Ducharme Mr. Ducharme asked whether the municipality will undertake repairs or hire contractors to make repairs at Northumberland Court in the event that the remedial action imposed is not undertaken by the majority owner on the remaining 10 suites. Mayor Daykin advised that should repair deadlines not be met, the municipality will do the work and will look for payment from the strata. He also advised that a staff report will be brought forward in Fall. Grover Telford Mr. Telford asked if the municipality has done anything to ensure the business licence suspension is being honoured by the Ministry of Economic and Income Assistance and whether the Ministry is aware of what is happening at Northumberland Court. The General Manager, Public Works and Development Services advised that the Director of Licences, Permits and Bylaws has been in ongoing discussion with the Provincial Government on this issue. He stated that the Director of Licences, Permits and Bylaws can provide greater detail for Mr. Telford. Council Minutes July 14, 2009 Page 19 of 19 1900 Bev Willard -representative for group of residents on 201 Street Ms. Willard asked if Council will advocate the cause of the residents on 201 Street in the battle with Translink and the Golden Ears Bridge contractors. Mayor Daykin advised that the District has been advocating on behalf of the residents. The General Manager, Public Works and Development Services advised that Mayor Daykin has suggested that the District meet with the Translink Chair and President to advocate for the resolution of the issue. Tyler Ducharme Mr. Ducharme asked if the municipality can discuss a plan to assist tenants during repairs at Northumberland Court and if there will there be functioning furnaces in the suites this winter. Mayor Daykin advised that the municipality is concerned about safety at the strata and that the Director of Licences, Permits and Bylaws can address the issue. The General Manager, Public Works and Development Services suggested Mr. Ducharme and Mr. Telford meet with the Director of Licences, Permits and Bylaws. Councillor Hogarth requested that Mrs. Willard's concerns be brought forward to the July 20, 2009 Council Workshop for further discussion. ADJOURNMENT -8:18 p.m. Certified Correct C. Marlo, Corporate Officer