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Home My WebLink About2011-07-04 Adopted Council Workshop Minutes.pdfDistrict of Maple Ridge COUNCIL WORKSHOP July 4, 2011 The Minutes of the Municipal Council Workshop held on July 4, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. in the Blaney Room 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. Rule, Chief Administrative Officer K. Swift, 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. Leeburn, Executive Director C. Marlo, Manager of Legislative Services A. Gaunt, Confidential Secretary Other Staff as Required S. Wheeler, Director of Community Services D. Boag, Director of Parks and Facilities R. Carmichael, Director of Engineering Operations J. Pickering, Director of Planning F. Armstrong, Manager of Corporate Communications Note: These Minutes are posted on the Municipal Web Site at www.mapleridge.ca 1. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA The agenda was adopted with the following addition: 4.6 Alouette Rivers Hydrotechnical Model Resolution 2. MINUTES R/2011-327 Minutes June 20, 2011 It was moved and seconded That the minutes of the Council Workshop Meeting of June 20, 2011 be adopted as circulated. CARRIED Council Workshop Minutes July 4, 2011 Page 2 of 4 3. PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL 3.1 Corrections Update -Mr. P. Coulson, Provincial Director, Corrections Branch -Mr. S. DiCastri -Warden, Fraser Regional Corrections District -Ms. L. Anderson -Warden, Alouette Correctional Centre for Women Mr. Coulson provided a review of proposed Corrections facilities and those currently being constructed. He addressed budget issues and changes in federal legislation and the impact on local institutions. He advised on probation officer workloads and the standardization of addiction services. Mr. DiCastri addressed concerns of communication with the community and advised on improvements to be made. He spoke to the average age of the population and the number of detainees currently at the facility, addressed "walk away" issues and advised on the process followed upon release of an inmate. Ms. Anderson provided an update on the Alouette Correctional Centre for Women . She advised on the construction at the facility, the development of the electronic security program and on partnerships between the centre and local organizations. She outlined various mental health services programs, spoke to risk assessments and release procedures. She also provided information on family visits and efforts made to maintain family contact. She invited Council to a tour of the Centre. 4. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS 4.1 2011 Homelessness Count Preliminary Report The Director of Community Services distributed a handout providing information on the 2011 Homelessness Count. She reviewed the preliminary report and summarized the results. She advised on changes in the methodology of the count and spoke to trends in homelessness indicated by the count. 4.2 Bulk Water Fill Station Update Staff report dated July 4, 2011 providing information on the existing and planned bulk water fill stations operated by the District of Maple Ridge. The Director of Engineering Operations reviewed the report. He advised that an open house and information session on the bulk water fill stations will be scheduled for July. Council Workshop Minutes July 4, 2011 Page 3 of 4 R/2011-327 Bulk Water Fill Station Update It was moved and seconded That the report dated July 4, 2011 titled "Bulk Water Fill Station Update" be received for information. CARRIED Note: The meeting was recessed at 10:50 a.m. and reconvened at 11:00 a.m. 4.3 2011-035-CP/2011-035-RZ, 23711 & 23735 132 Avenue Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6813-2011 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6818-2011 The Chief Administrative Officer reviewed the past negotiations to secure park land with the neighbouring owner. The Director of Parks and Facilities provided background on the District's purchase of lands in the Silver Valley area and the designation of lands in the Silver Valley Area Plan for parks. He outlined the negotiations which had taken place prior to the application to designate District land for park. The Chief Administrative Officer advised on procedures for securing park sites. The Chief Administrative Officer noted that as this item had been to a Public Hearing, no new information on this application was being provided. 4.4 2011 Local Elections Update The Manager of Legislative Services provided an update on the 2011 Local Elections procedure. The Manager of Corporate Communications provided an update on work done on the regional "Get Out The Vote" campaign. 4.5 Discussion of Purpose of Council Workshop The Chief Administrative Officer advised on the purpose of Council Workshop. Council indicated that the current procedure is acceptable. Council Workshop Minutes July 4, 2011 Page 4 of 4 4.6 Alouette Rivers Hydrotechnical Model Councillor Ashlie advised that she would like to put forward a resolution pertaining to infilling and berming issues as discussed at the June 20, 2011 Council Workshop. R/2011-329 Infilling and Berming issues It was moved and seconded That it be confirmed that the infilling and berming related issues raised within the hydrology report dated June 20, 2011 will be a priority body of work as per direction by Council at the June 20, 2011 Council Workshop. CARRIED 5. CORRESPONDENCE -Nil 6. BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST/QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL -Nil 7. MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT -Nil 8. ADJOURNMENT -12:07 p.m. Certified Correct C. Marlo, Corporate Officer