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2002-04-23 Council Meeting Agenda and Reports
Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge COUNCIL MEETING A GENDA April 23, 2002 7:00p.m. Council Chamber MEETING DECORUM Council would like to remind all people present tonight that serious issues are decided at Council meetings which affect many people's lives. Therefore, we ask that you act with the appropriate decorum that a Council Meeting deserves. Commentary and conversations by the public are distracting. Should anyone disrupt the Council Meeting in any way, the meeting will be stopped and that person's behavior will be reprimanded. Note: This Agenda is also posted on the Municipal Web Site at www.rnapleridge.org 100 CALL TO ORDER 200 OPENING PRA YERS Pastor Greg Dalman 300 PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL 400 ADOPTION OF MINUTES 401 Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of April 9, 2002 402 Minutes of the Public Hearing of April 16, 2002 403 Minutes of the Development Agreements Committee Meeting of April 9, 2002 500 DELEGATIONS 501 Falun Gong Practitioners, June Haung 502 New Westminster & District Labour Council, Day of Mourning, April 28, 2002 Page 1 Council Meeting Agenda April 23, 2002 Council Chamber Page 2 of 7 503 SNAPSHOT 2002 - Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows and Katzie Building Community Solutions - Community Impact Profile 600 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 601 VP/012/02, 23500 Dewdney Trunk Road, Parish of St. George (an application to vary the lot size and to waive the requirement to upgrade Cottonwood Drive) 700 CORRESPONDENCE 701 TransLink, 2002 Transportation Plan and Budget Letter dated March 25, 2002 from Doug McCallum, Chair, providing information on the projects included in the 2002 Transportation Plan and Budget for Maple Ridge. Request for Resolution 702 British Columbia Restaurant & Foodservices Association, Liquor Licensing Policies Letter dated April 12, 2002 from Geoffrey Howes, Chair, requesting letters of support for B.C.'s new liquor licensing policies be sent to Solicitor General Rich Coleman, Premier Gordon Campbell and local M.L.A.'s. 703 Western Canada Wilderness Committee, Endangered Species Legislation Letter dated April 8, 2002 from Joe Foy, Director, requesting a response on actions being taken to secure strong, effective endangered species legislation. 800 BY-LAWS Items 801 to 804 are from the Public Hearing of April 16, 2002 801 CP/013/02 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6025-2002 second and third reading Council Meeting Agenda April 23, 2002 Council Chamber Page 3 of 7 (to include an "Intensive Residential" definition in the Official Community Plan to recognize higher density single family residential use and to include Development Permit Area Guidelines for the same) 802 RZ/007/02, 20482 123 Avenue Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6024-2002 second and third reading (to rezone from RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential) to RS-lb (One Family Urban (medium density) Residential to permit subdivision into three residential lots) 803 RZ/074/01, 11442 Best Street 803.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6013-2002 second and third reading (to remove from Development Permit Area VII (7) and include into Development Permit Area XLI(1)) 803.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6008-2002 second and third reading (to rezone from P-6 (Civic Institutional) to RM- 1 (Townhouse Residential) to permit construction of 34 homes using a Bare Land Strata Subdivision) 804 RZ/011/02, 23981 Dewdney Trunk Road, former Alexander Robinson School 804.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6032-2002 second and third reading (to designate from School to Institutional) 804.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6031-2002 second and third .reading (to rezone from P-i (Park and School) to P-4a (Church Institutional & Educational) to permit a Church use) 805 SD/008/02, 2401h Street and 1101h Ave. Maple Ridge Park Exchange Bylaw No. 6026-2002 final reading (to make minor revisions to the Park boundary established as a condition of rezoning application RZ/13198, advertised April 9 and 16, 2002) Council Meeting Agenda April 23, 2002 Council Chamber Page 4 of 7 806 RZ/063/00, 28348 96 Avenue, former Ruskin Elementary School 806.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 5981-2001 final reading (to designate from School to Rural Residential) 806.2 Maple Ridge Heritage Designation By-law No. 6006-2001 final reading (to designate the property as a Municipal Heritage site) 806.3 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6005-2001 final reading (to rezone from P-i (Park and School) to RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) to permit conversion into a single family residence) 806.4 Maple Ridge Heritage Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 6022-2002 final reading (to exempt from property tax for the year 2003) 807 RZ/071/01, 20540 Lorne Avenue Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 601 1-2002 final reading (to rezone from C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) to RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential) to permit renovations) COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RE COMMENDA TIONS 900 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 901 Minutes - April8andi5,2002 The following issues were considered at an earlier Committee of the Whole meeting with the recommendations being brought to this meeting forMunicipal Council cosideration and final approval. The Committee of the Whole meeting is open to the public and is held in the Council Chamber at 12:30 p:m. on the Monday the week prior to this meeting. The Committee concurred with the staff recommendations unless otherwise noted below. Council Meeting Agenda April 23, 2002 Council Chamber Page 5 of 7 902 RZ1076/99, 11774, 1756 & 1744 236 St., RS-3 to RM-1 Staff report dated March 27, 2002 recommending that Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6028-2002 and Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6027-2002 be read a first time and forwarded to Public Hearing. 903 RZ/010/01, 24400 104 Avenue, Senior Secondary School Site Staff report recommending that Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 5978-2001, Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 5977-2001 and Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6035-2002 be read a first time and forwarded to Public Hearing. 904 RZ/006196, 23525 Kanaka Way, File Closure Staff report dated April 4, 2002 recommending that Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 5345-1995, Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 5460-1996 and Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 546 1-1996 be rescinded and the file closed. 905 Official Community Plan Review Process Staff report dated April 4, 2002 recommending that the Official Community Plan Review be endorsed. 906 RZ/069/00, 24308 & 24318 104 Avenue, RS-3 to R-3 and RS-lb Staff report dated April 2, 2002 recommending that Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 6015 - 2002 and Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 6009 - 2002 to permit future subdivision into 42 lots be read a first time and forwarded to Public Hearing. 907 Agricultural Land Reserve Application Review Process Staff report dated April 3, 2002 providing information on the requirements of the Agricultural Land Reserve Act and Regulations. Council Meeting Agenda April 23, 2002 Council Chamber Page 6 of 7 Financial and Corporate Services (includin2 Fire and Police) - Nil Community Development and Recreation Service) - Nil Other committee Issues) - Nil Correspondence) - Nil 1000 STAFFREPORTS 1001 Disbursements for Month Ended March 31, 2002 Staff report dated April 3, 2002 recommending the disbursements for March 2002 be approved. 1002 Door-to-Door Soliciting, Salvation Army, Annual Red Shield Appeal Staff report dated March 21, 2002 recommending that the request from the Salvation Army to conduct a door-to-door campaign for donations May 4-13, 2002 be approved. 1098 MA YOR 'S REPORT 1099 COUNCILLORS' REPORTS 1100 OTHER MA TTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT Council Meeting Agenda April 23, 2002 Council Chamber Page 7 of 7 1200 NOTICES OF MO TION 1300 ADJOURNMENT 1400 QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD The purpose of the Question Period is to provide the public with an opportunity to seek clarification about an item on the agenda, with the exception of Public Hearing by-laws which have not yet reached conclusion. Council will not tolerate any derogatory remarks directed at Council or staff members. If a member of the public has a concern related to a Municipal staff member, it should be brought to the attention of the Mayor and/or Chief Administrative Officer in a private meeting. The decision to televise the Question Period is subject to review. Each person will be permitted 2 minutes only to ask their question (a second opportunity is permitted if no one else is sitting in the chairs in front of the podium). The total Question Period is limited to 15 minutes. If a question cannot be answered, it will be responded to at a later date at a subsequent Council Meeting. Other opportunities to address Council may be available through the office of the Municipal Clerk who can be contacted at (604) 463-5221. Checker! by: Date. CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS COMMITTEE MINUTES April 9, 2002 Mayor's Office PRESENT: Mayor Al Hogarth Chairman Frank Quinn, Acting Chief Administrative Officer Member K. Kirk, Recording Secretary 1. SD/002/02 LEGAL: Lot 76, Section 3, Township 12, LMP48725, NWD & Portion of Lot 5, Plan 18630 LOCATION: Civic address not available OWNER: Jayman Master Builders (BC) Ltd. REQUIRED AGREEMENTS: Subdivision Servicing Agreement Release of Statutory R-O-W BL384788 Covenant - No Build THAT THE MAYOR AND CLERK BE AUTHORIZED TO SIGN AND SEAL THE PRECEDING DOCJIMNTS AS THEY RELATE TO SD/002/02. F. 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V3C 2L1 Dear June Huang: As requested in your facsimile dated April 2, 2002, the following arrangements are confirmed for Falun Gong members to attend as a delegation before the Municipal Council: Regular Council Meeting April 23, 2002 Council Chamber 7:00 p.m. Due to time constraints, it is necessary to limit delegation appearances to ten (10) minutes and it would be very much appreciated if you could ensure that your presentation is completed within this allotted time. It should be noted that the District of Maple Ridge has an adopted policy regarding proclamations (see attached), and as a result, your suggested proclamation will not be presented for consideration. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to call. /dd Enclosure cc Confidential Secretary "Promoting a Safe and Livable Community for our Present and Future Citizens"Ab 100% Recycled Paper FP'Jti PRONIJEN B R FAX NO. : 604732412 j54A 3 22 5:27PI1 Fl Council ofMaplc Ridge 11995 Haney P1 Maple Ridge, BC - 0 Fulu": o S4~11j# to P'V- Ropo o Stflfl to RespOfld o Orne L. April 2, 2001 Dear Honorable Mayor and Council, Please find enclosed documentation regarding a proposed agenda item: A five-minute presentation to present the situation of Falu'n Gong practitioners in China and around the world." We are calling on our local council to support Falun Gong and pWess condemnation to the persecution against Falun Gong in China, by issuing a pro çlamation for "Falun Dafa Month for Truth-Compassion-Tolerance (Zhen-Shan-Ren) in May, 2002 ' (please see attached proclamation sample). We ask that a copy of this proclamation be sent to the Canadian PM and Bill Graham, Minister ofForeigv Affairs, to demonstrate council's support to Falun Gong practitioners in calling on the Canadian government to place pressure on China to end the illegal persecution against FaWn Gong. Rec.cmtly, Falun Gong practitioncrs in the Greater Vancouvcr area have participated in a 36-hour symbolic hunger strikc to bring the urgent and immediate attention of the public to the severe escalation of Falun Gong practitioners in China (please see attached bakground information). With the UN [-luntan Rights Conference presently in session in Geneva Greater Vancouver practitioners are calling on the public and all levels of government to speak out to condemn China's recent persecutory escalations, and to take immediate action to stop the killing. We hope that through our efforts in our own locale during "Falun Dafa Month" we can raise the awareness to the public of the enoTmous benefits and peaceflulness of Falun Gong practice, through voluntary teaching and celebration, while at the same time helping to end the suffering to Falun Gong practitioners in China. We offer thanks and appreciation to the honorable Mayor and Council p1 Maple Ridge for their support to Falun Gong in the past. While Falun Dafa celebrates the 1 O anniversaiy of its introduction to the pub]ic duiing the month of May, we look forward to celebrating the promotion of Truth-Compassion-Tolerance with the residents of the District of Maple Ridge. Your continued support will bring benefit to the city, and help to protc?t the human rights of Falun Dafa practitioners in Canada, as well as in China. Sincerely, JuneHuang (Tel.: 604-291-4896) - FROM : PRONL4EN B R FAX NO. : 6047324126 Apr. 03 2002 05:28PM P2 Proclamation Whereas, Falun Gong also known as Falun Dafa, is a spiritual practice deeply rooted in ancient Chinese culture. The practice is peacefI and apolitical. It consists of meditation, gentle exercises, and the guiding pjnciple of Truthfulness-Benevolence-Forbearance: and Whereas, the government of the People's Republic of China banned the practice of Falun Gong in July of 1999 and began a brutal and relentless crackdown on millions of Falun Gong practitioners, which has continued unceasingly up to the present: and Whereas, according to UN International Education Department's Statement, Chinese regime's violent assault on Falun Gong practitioners is a case of "State terrorism against its own people" and "produces far more gross violations of human rights than any other form of terrorism;" and Whereas, according to world media and human rights groups, as of January 23, 2002: At least 387 Falun Gong practitioners have died from torture and ill treatment in police custody and tens of thousand of Falun Gong practitioners have been detained, tortured, raped and brutally abused, physically and mentally, simply for being Falun Gong practitioners: and Whereas, during the extreme violence and torture, Falun Gong practitioners have shown unparalleled forbearance, with not one practitioner having hit back or retaliated in any way, and with practitioners worldwide having used only non- violent, and peaceful means to appeal; and Wherea.c, practitioners in Canada completed symbolic hunger strikes during the month of March, 2002, to bring the urgent attention of the piblic to the severe escalation of persecution to Falun Gong practitioners in Chira and to condemn this escalation. And continuing 24-hour-around-the-clock vigils, and showing their solidarity and deteimined hearts to stop this persecution with peaceful means; and Now therefore,.be itresolved bythe City ofPortMoody that it is the sense and purpose of this council that full support be given to those Fajun Gong members who follow Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance, that a proclamation for "Falun Dafa Month for Truth-Compassion-Tolerance (Zien-Shan-Ren)" be awarded for the month of May, 2002, and further that harsh, frutal and repressive practice of the Chinese government against Falun Gong practitioners be condemned. FROM : FRONWEN B R FAX NO. : 6347324126 Apr. 03 2022 2528PM P3 BACKGROUND Falun Dafa, also known as Falun Gong, is a cultivation practice ofmind and body that is based on the universal principles of Truth-Compassion-Tolerance. Its moral teaching compels practitioners to uphold this principle in one's daily life, and a set offive gentle exercises including meditation, cultivate the body. The practice was introduced in 1992 in Northeastern China by Teacher, Mr. Li Hangzhi, and quickly spread through word of mouth to 100 million people from all backgrounds and ages in ovcr 53 countries. It is rooted in virtue, in ancient Chinese tradition, and has brought tremendous benefit to its practitioners and to those around them.. There is no organi"*ion, membership, money collected to learn, religious rituals or worship, nor any political interests. Please read for more information regarding the practice of Falun Gong. In July 1999 in China the current regime initiated a full scale and brutal crackdown and persecution of Falun Gong practitioners. They have proceeded to force practitioners to give up their belief through btainwashing tactics, systematic torture, humiliation, coercion, fabricated propagmid, and murder. To carry out this persecution in such an overwhelming fashion, they have created a special "610 Office" that has absolute authority over all government bureaus and disicts responsible for carrying out the special directives to this persecution. Its most deeply damaging dirçctive is to fabricate propaganda and frame up Falun Gong practitioners in a baseless Oempt to justitS' to the Chinese people why they are persecuting Falun Gong so extensively, and at the same time cover up their most evil crimes. Hong Kong human Rights Watch has verified details of over 387 deaths since the persecution of Falun Gong in China began in 1999. Governineipt officials inside China, however, report that the actual death toll is well over 1000. Over 100,000 have been detained, with more than 20,000 being sentenced tq forced labor camps without trial. EECENT EVENTS AND URGENT APPEAL Cause for worldwide appeal and hunger strike, and urgent and ituediate appeal to all levels of government, human rights organizations, NGO's and kizjd-hearted individuals world wide to help stop an escaIting tragedy from worsening in Cbina, are related to recent events in Chaugchun, Juan Province, PRC. The persecution to Falun Gong has escalated severely since March 5, 2002, when Falun Gong practitioners in Changchun broadcasted footage revealing the truth about the persecution of Falun Gong in China on 8 media chmrnets, the bro44cast lasting 40-50 minutes. President hang responded with fury and issued orders to round up Falun Gong practitioners across the country, assigning quotas to police officers to arrest pract.itioner FR1 : FRONLJEN B R FAX NO. : 6e47324126 Apr. e3 202 05:29FM P4 On March 15, Amnesty International Headquarters in London issed an urgent action release citing fear of "serious risk of torture or ill-treatment." On March 24, reliable sources inside China reported the arrest of $000 pracfttioners and the murder of at least 100 in the last two weeks. Police hayc been ordered to cremate the bodies immediately. Changchun has been reduced to 4 police state. Falun Gong Claims 5,000 People Detained in Northeast China Sweep Monday, 25-Mar-2002 NEW YORK, March 25 (AEP) - China's banned Falun Gong spiritual group charged the communist authorities Monday with rounding up 5,000 of its members in a police sweep in northeast China and in which it claimed up to 100 practitionerswere killed. The sweep centered on the city of Changchun, capital of northeasepi Jilin Province, and came three weeks afteT Chinese President Slang Zemin was accusc4 by the group of ordering police to shoot practitioners in the area. A Falun Gong statement issued here said that over 5,000 people believed to be pracLitioners of the group had been detained in a "vast and unprecdented sweep.' It said reliable sources within China reported that "dozens or evex as many as 100 or more might be dead already as a result of police brutality." Falun Gong said that on March 7, Jiang had issued to shoot to kill orders alter a group of practitioners tapped into the signal of several major television stations and broadcast footage exposing the government's campaign against the group. Two practitioners accused by the authorities of mounting the stunt were condemned to death, the group said. Falun Gong was banned by the Chinese government in 1999 and branded an evil sect, and has since iced the ire of law enforcement authorities, as tens of thousands of followers have been rounded up, jailed for long prison terms. The group advocates clean, healthy living, bases its teachings on Buddhist and Taoist mysticism., while practicing group exercises and traditional Chinese meditation. The United States frequently criticizes China's treatment of Falun Gong and other religious groups. httP://WWW.Ptd-net/webncws/wed/ap/Qus-chins-sect.Rrxj_CMPjtmi Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 6A9 Telephone: (604) 463-5221 Fax: (604) 467-7329 IvIA.PLE RIDGE E-mail: enquiries@mapleridge.org Incorporated 12 September, 1874 www.mapleridge.org April 12, 2002 File No: 0230-0 1 Carolyn Chalifoux, Secretuary-Treasurer New Westminster & District Labour Council #203A - 800 McBride Boulevard New Westminster, B.C. V3L 2B8 Via Fax No: 604-524-0996 Dear Carolyn Chalifoux: Re: Day of Mourning - April 28,2002 As requested in your letter dated April 11, 2002, the following arrangements are confirmed for the New Westminster & District Labour Council to appear as a delegation: Council Meeting April 23, 2002 Council Chamber 7:00 p.m. As previously discussed, delegation appearances are allotted 10 minutes on the agenda. It should also be noted that there has been no change in the District of Maple Ridge's adopted no proclamation policy. If we can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to call. truly, fry Fryer, P.Ei Municipal Clerk /dd cc Confidential Secretary 5"02.. "Promoting a Safe and Livable Community for our Present and Future Citizens" 100% Recycled Paper Carolyn Chalifoux Secreta r -Treasure Bob Harris Presaer New Westminster & District Labour Coundil Chartered by the Canadian Labour Congress BY FAX 60467-7329 APR122002 April 11,2002 Ack ;n _ I.HX 0 Mail C M & C o!ttt; Al Hogarth, Mayor City of Maple Ridge 0 iroA9cnIrnm Pronzirc 11995 Haney Place Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 stctt to Roond Dtrcliy withil cc:. Io M 0 011*iv: Dear Mayor Hogarth: - - Re: Day of Mourning - April 28, 2002 The "Day of Mourning for Workers Killed & Injured" is recognized nationally on April 28" as a day to mourn for workers who have been killed and an opportunity to rededicate ourselves to improve working conditions through education and prevention initiatives. The New Westminster & District Labour Council requests an opportunity to make an 8 - 10 minute presentation at the evening meeting of Council on the earliest date available. Within the context of this years' Day of Mourning theme "Some Workplace Accidents are a Crime", our presentation will be educational and provide up-to-date statistics on emerging workplace health and safety issues. We appreciate your commitment to the important issue of workplace health and safety and look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible. Sincerely, Carolyn Chalifoux, Secretary-Treasurer. ® #203A - 800 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 2B8 Tel. 604-524-9311 Fax. 604-524-0996 • e-mail: nwdlc@telus.net Bob Harris Presicen- Carolyn Chalifoux Secrt.-Tresur April 11 1 2002 Al Hogarth, Mayor City of Maple Ridge 11995 Haney Place Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Dear Mayor Hogarth: New Westminster & Distrid Labour Coundl Chartered by the Canadian Labour Congress APR 1 2 2002 The New Westminster & District Labour Council represents over47,000 affiliated members in the Fraser Valley Region, inclusive of your municipality. On behalf of our members and their families, we request the participation of your Municipal Council to declare April 28th as the official "Day of Mourning for Workers Killed and Injured on the Job". In 1984 our national organization, the Canadian Labour Congress, introduced the annual day of remembrance for workers killed and injured on the job. April 28th was chosen as the day of remembrance because this was the day that third reading took place for the first comprehensive Workers' Compensation Act (Ontario 1914) in Canada. The "Workers Mourning Day Act" (Bill C223) became law on February 1, 1991, an Act which states, "the day of April 28th shall be respected as the day of official recognition". The day of recognition was also proclaimed by the government of British Columbia in 1989. There will be activities taking place on April 28th across the country to recognize those who have suffered from workplace injury, accident or disease and the devastating impact this has on families and communities. Actions by central labour organizations and local unions include participation in community and workplace events to develop an increased awareness of labour's active role in fighting for improvements to workplace safety and health. It is unacceptable that there is over one million injuries each year in Canada and a compensable injury occurs every 8.7 seconds of time worked. 1. We urge your Council and staff to join with us by observing a one minute silence in the workplace at 11:00 a.m. on Friday. APRIL 26th. We also request the Council observe a one minute silence in the Council Chambers at the evening Council meeting the week of April 28th. On Sunday, April 28th at noon we will sponsor a Day of Mourning Ceremony at the PNE Memorial Garden. Members of Council and the citizens of your City are invited to join us. If your Council continues to issue proclamations, a copy of our Proclamation is enclosed to assist Council in endorsing the "Workers Day of Mourning". A copy of your endorsed proclamation or a reply letter supporting our request, is appreciated. On behalf of the workers and families in your community, we thank you for your support and endorsement. Sincerely, Carolyn Chalifoux, Secretary-Treasurer. end. mournO2 sf:opeiul5 ® #203A - 800 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 2B8 Tel. 604-524-9311 Fax. 604-524-0996 • e-mail: nwdlc@telus.net Jo-Anne Hertzo From: Sue Wheeler Sent: Monday, April 15, 2002 4:25 PM To: Jo-Anne Hertzog Subject: delegation to Council April 23rd THe topic is: SNAPSHOT 2002 - Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows and Katzie Building Community Solutions - Community Impact Profile The group would like to speak to council regarding the upcoming forum (April 25th) at which the document noted above will be shared with the community. The project was initiated by SPAC and is sponsored by the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Child Youth and Family Network. The group coming to do the presentation represent the community group that is planning the forum. Group presenting to Council include: Kim Hammer Christine DiGiamberadine John Maddalozzo They would like to do a very brief power point presentation. Do we need to set up equipment or is it all there? Do they just bring the presentation on disc? Or should I get it in advance and load it on a laptop? Let me know the logistics. thanks for your help Joanne I have attached the invitation that they have to the Forum snapshot mar 4.doc Thanks Sue 503 SNAPSHOT 2002 Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows and Katzie Building Community Solutions Community Impact Profile You are invited to attend this presentation of a report on the overall quality of life in our communities. Come and hear about your local community What's what What's not Together We can make a difference Thursday, April 25, 2002 6:30 pm Pitt Meadows Recreation Hall 12460 Harris Road Pitt Meadows, BC For more information, please call Sue Wheeler at 604-467-7308 E-mail: swheeler@mapleridge.org 1760 Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 6A9 Telephone: (604) 463-5221 Fax: (604) 467-7329 JVIAPLE RILXE E-mail: enquiries@mapleridge.org www.mapleridge.org Incorporated 12 September, 1874 April 10, 2002 File No: 3090-20IDVP/012/02 Dear Sir/Madam: PLEASE TAKE NOTE that the Municipal Council will be considering a Development Variance Permit at the regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, Municipal Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge. The particulars of the Development Variance Permit are as follows: APPLICATION NO.: VP/012/02 LEGAL: Lot A, Section 16, Township 12, N.W.D., Plan 83835 LOCATION: 23500 Dewdney Trunk Rd. ZONING: P-4 (Church Institutional) PURPOSE: The applicant (The Parish of St. George) has submitted an application to subdivide the manse from the church property, with the prospective purchaser of the residence proposing to operate a day care that is currently carried out in the church.. Prior to the proposed subdivision, the following variances are required: A reduction in the minimum lot requirements prescribed by the P-4 zone; and Waive the requirement to upgrade Cottonwood Drive to a full urban standard. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that a copy of the Development Variance Permit and the Planning Department report dated March 27, 2002 relative to this application will be available for inspection at the Municipal Hall, Planning Department counter during office hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from April 10 to April 23, 2002. 0 oI "Promoting a Safe and Livable Community for our Present and Future Citizens" AM 100% Recycled Paper ALL PERSONS who deem themselves affected hereby shall be afforded an opportunity to make their comments known to Municipal Council by making a written submission to the attention of the Municipal Clerk by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2002. 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March 25, 2002 ACkS53I- Q Frtx D MoH 0 EmaIl U) M & C :1Iwdlru File Co D Future Acjola Item Cl Staff to Proparo Ropot El Staff to Ropond Directly with a cc. to M & C C] Other:- TransLink 1700 —4720 Kingsway Burnaby, BC V5H 4N2 Canada Tel (604) 453-4500 Fax (604) 453-4626 www.translink.bc.ca Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority •19 CWi r'tL MR 2 7 2002 Jon Kingsbury Dear Mayor Hogarth and Council: Don MacLean Gordon Price I am pleased to inform you that TransLink'sBoard of Directors today approved a George Pull 2002 Transportation Plan and Budget that will ensure that road and transit services Ron Wood are preserved and improved across the region. Once your municipality's projects have been approved by your council members, the plan will be ready to implement. CEO Pat Jacobsen Specifically for Maple Ridge, the Plan will see $511,800 allocated for the operation and maintenance of your portion of the Major Road Network. Funding for your roads that were formerly a provincial responsibility is maintained at $12,000 per lane kilometer. TransLink has increased funding for roads that Maple Ridge has designated as being part of the Network to $9,000 per lane kilometer from $7,090 per lane kilometer. In addition, TransLink will allocate $471,000 for 4 road improvement projects that your staff and we have identified to improve safety and traffic flow along key routes. Your projects include: Dewd.ney Trunk Rd. at Plaza St. and 223 St.- Pedestrian Crossing Upgrades: Upgrade two pedestrian crossings and install construct curb extensions Dewdney Trunk Rd. at 210 St. - Pedestrian Crossing Upgrades: Upgrade- Pedestrian Crossing Dewdney Trunk Rd.: 222 St. - 232 St. - Traffic Signal Coordination: Integrated Traffic Signal Systems Study Dewdney Trunk Rd.: 222 St - 232 St. - Traffic Signal Coordination: Implement signal coordination at 7 intersections /2 70/ -2- Transit is being improved across the region as TransLink expands services along major corridors to meet customer demands. The opening of the remainder of the Millennium SkyTrain Line, expansion of B-Line services, the introduction of the U-Pass for all full time and part time Simon Fraser University Students (subject to student referendum and ratification), and the introduction of more Community Shuttle mini-bus routes are some of the highlights. Transit improvements specific to Maple Ridge include: Building of a new transit exchange at Haney Place Of course, all of this has been made possible because residents, municipal councils, the GVRD and the provincial government approved additional funding for the transportation system. Increases in the motor fuel tax and in cash transit fares go into effect on April 1t As well, the additional amount will appear shortly on property tax notices around the region. In that regard, we would like to request that your notice identifies the amount designated for TransLink as the "Transportation Improvement Fee." This will ensure that people have an accurate and clear description of what the amount is supporting; roads and transit. The enclosed plans represent the first of a three-year strategy for the transportation system. We intend to set out the specifics for 2003 and 2004 in June and will present them for your review and comment at that time. Yours truly, D.W. (Doug) McCallum Chair lj004/0O5 03/202002 09:54 FAX News Release TransLink Transportation Plan to Fund Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Roads and Transit - TransLink's Board of Directors today approved a 2002 Transportation Plan and Budget that will see improved services across the region for drivers and transit customers. Work on over 50 road improvement plans will begin once each municipal government approves its individual prcjects outhned in the regional plan. The regional transit system will see new services and higher service levels along the busiest corridors. Specifically for the Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows municipalities, TransLink will allocate the amounts in the chart below for the operation and maintenance of area roads that are part of the Major Road Network. Funding for roads that were formerly provincial responsibilities will remain at $12,000 per lane kilometer. TransLink has increased funding for roads that these two municipalities have designated as being part of the Network to $9,000 per lane kilometer from $7,090 per lane kilometer. Operation and Maintenance Road Improvements # Approved Projects Maple Ridge $511,800 $471,000 Pitt Meadows $85,500 $105,0001 - 0 In addition, TransLink will allocate funding for a total of 4 road improvement projects in the Maple PJdge/Pitt Meadows area that its planners and municipal staff have determined will improve safety and traffic flow along key routes. MAPLE RIDGE I. Dewdney Trunk Rd. at Plaza St. and 223 St.- Pedestrian Crossing Upgrades: Upgrade two pedestrian crossings and Install construct curb extensions Dewdney Trunk Rd. at 210 St. - Pedestrian Crossing Upgrades: Upgrade Pedestrian Crossing Dewdney Trunk Rd.: 222 St. —232 St. - Traffic Signal Coordination: Integrated Traffic Signal Systems Study Dewdney Trunk Rd.: 222 St - 232 St. - Traffic Signal Coordination: Implement signal coordination at 7 intersections Conthct Ken 1-fardie, Manager, Communications & Media Relations Phone: (604) 453-4606 Cell: (804) 220-2450 Contact Dave Geddes, Media Relations, Transit Operations Phone: (604) 453-4622 Cell: (604) 803-3199 page 1 of 2 March 25, 2002 Ij 005/005 11 03/26X2002 09:54 FAX Transit is being improved across the region as TransLink expands services along major corridors to meet customer demands. The opening of the remainder of the Millennium SkyTrain Line, expansion of 8-Line services, the introduction of the deeply discounted U-Pass for all full time and part time Simon Fraser University Students (subject to student referendum and ratification), and the introduction of more Community Shuttle mini-bus routes are some of the highlights. Transit Improvements specific to the Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows area include building a new transit exchange at Haney Place. "Last fall, we had a tough choice to make - cut service to balance the budget or preserve and improve services with new revenue. Most people told us that cutbacks were simply not the way to go. They also told TransLink to be more efficient and accountable. Since then, we've reduced costs by over $17 million without affecting service, we have taken steps to ensure that we will not have to come back to the public for more money in the next three years and, most importantly, we've got the transportation system going in the right direction again," McCallum said. TransLink Board Chair Doug McCalJum commented that road and transit improvements were made possible because residents, municipal councils, the GVRD and the provincial government approved additional funding for the transportation system. A 2 cent per litre increase in the motor fuel tax and a rise in cash transit fares from 25 cents for one zone and 50 cents for two and three zone travel go into effect on April V. As well, there will be a property tax increase averaging $22 per home this year. The new funding will preserve services and pay for improvements over the next three years. -30- For full details on the Transportation Plan and a colour pdf of the regional map, visit TransL ink's website at wbw'iransiink.bc.ca. Contact Ken Hardie, Manager, Communications & Media Relations page 2 of 2 Phone: (604) 453-4606 Cell: (604) 220-2450 Contact Dave Geddes, Media Relations, Transit Operations Phone: (604) 453-4622 Cell: (604) 803-3199 March 25, 2002 Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority 2002 PROGRAM PLAN SUMMARY AND BUDGET BACKGROUND In the Fall of 2001 the Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority (GVTNlransLink) undertook a public consultation process to determine if the region would support additional revenue measures to stabilize programs and funding for three years - 2002 to 2004. With stable program funding in place GVTA would prepare a new long term strategic plan and address operational efficiency. The Province supported increasing gas tax, as long as an equivalent amount was raised by local funding sources. In November the GVTA and GVRD Boards approved additional revenue measures as follows: • Property tax increase based on assessments and which applies to all property classes, estimated to raise $20 million; • Transit revenue increases in the form of fares, commercial revenues and reduction in lost fares; also estimated to raise $20 million annually; and • An additional 2 cents of fuel taxes in the GVRD, estimated to raise $40 million annually. In response to the input from the public and key stakeholders which indicated that the support was conditional, the GVTA Board directed that a three year roads and transit plan be prepared which includes: • Spending on roads programs equal, at a minimum, to the amount generated by two cents per litre in fuel tax within the GVRD by 2003; • Review of bus service in relation to performance and other objectives developed in consultation with member municipalities and stakeholders; • A comprehensive review of the fare system, including policy, pricing and fare payment technology conducted in consultation with stakeholders; • A program review by TransLink and its subsidiaries to identify opportunities to reduce costs, and in particular a strategy to reduce the cost of bus service delivery; and • Implementation of mini-bus programs as contemplated by Local Area Transit Plans. The Plan is to be sustainable over the three year period, with no further revenue increases required. The GVTA must have an approved annual budget in place by March 31 s' and therefore the 2002 Budget and 2002 Program Plan are being brought forward now. The Three Year Program and Financial Plan will be presented for approval in June CONTEXT The 2002 Program Plan and Budget forms year one of the Three - Year Program and Financial Plan. It identifies the specific road and transit improvements proposed for 2002 and the budget details the expenditures required to implement the programs and identifies the funding sources The overarching framework for the Program Plan and Budget is the three year financial envelope approved in the fall of 2001. The envelope was based on reasonable assumptions established early in the process and did not anticipate the magnitude of the economic downturn now underway and the impact of the recent Provincial budget (increased Medical Service Plan premiums, increased sales tax). The uncertain provincial environment and significant revenue and expenditure risks demand caution and conservatism. The Program Plan and Budget are consistent with that approach 2002 PROGRAM PLAN SUMMARY - -- The 2002 Program Plan outlines proposals to improve regional transportation services and facilities under five programs: Major RoadNCtwOrk, TrañsitTiäñspbrtatioiiDemand MariágemenF(ihcludes bicycling), AirCare and Intelligent Transportation Systems. The 2002 Program Plan represents the first year of a Three -Year Program and Financial Plan, to be presented by June 2002. Guiding Principles The Plan is guided by the four principles set out during the fall consultation, including: • A balance of interests • Operational efficiency • Clear accountability • Fiscal and environmental sustainability HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PROGRAM AREAS Major Road Network TransLink provides a planning, co-ordinating and funding role for the 2200 lane-kilometres of the Major Road Network or MRN, as part of its responsibility for the regional transportation system .. Funding is provided for operations, maintenance and rehabilitation work for roads and for implementing road capital improvements. In addition, TransLink funds the Albion Ferry, which provides a service across the Fraser River east of the Port Mann Bridge. It is proposed to significantly increase operating and capital funding for the MRN in 2002. Cost sharing for MRN operations/ maintenance/ rehabilitation will be increased from 60% to 75% of $12,000 per lane km for "uploaded" roadways, those roads put into the system by member municipalities of the Greater Vancouver Regional District. Downloaded roads, those which were formerly the responsibility of the Provincial government, will continue to be funded at the full $12,000 per lane-km annually. Capital funding for the MRN is proposed as follows: • $35 million in major capital for significant road improvements, plus $15 million in major capital deferred from 2001; • $15 million in minor capital for projects related to improving the efficiency and safety of the existing MRN; • $2.6 million in capital for rehabilitation work on TransLink bridges (primarily Pattullo Bridge-$2.45 million, plus a small amount for Westham Island Bridge-$0.1 5 million); and • $2.6 million in capital for the Transit Road Related Infrastructure Program (TRIPP) to fund bus priority and High.Occupancy Vehicle (HQ. )projects on and off the MRN. Transit The Transit Program as proposed is $412 million or 86% of total program costs. Fare revenues are GVTA's most significant revenue source, $236 r million or 39% of total revenue. Transit services are planned, funded and marketed by TransLink. Services are delivered through operating subsidiaries and private companies under operating agreements. Market Priorities TransLink's priorities focus on increasing transit use in competitive markets including commuters and post-secondary students, two segments where research indicates there is potential for growth. For the large transit dependent segment, TransLink will need to continue to provide service at a cost that is acceptable to users and taxpayers. In markets where transit has very limited potential (limited numbers of dependants) it will need to restructure services to provide lower cost and more appropriate services to consumers. The greatest opportunity for growth is on SkyTrain. The service is being expanded and the marginal cost to carry new riders is low. Quality bus service connections can increase the market reach of SkyTrain to areas beyond the immediate walking distance of stations. Transit ridership in 2002 is expected to be 34% higher than in 2001 (due to the bus strike), but 1% lower than 2000. The Millennium Line, Expo Line capacity improvements and the proposed U-Pass program at SFU will generate increased ridership. These new markets will help offset ridership losses from the weakening local economy, the 2002 fare increase and lingering effects of the 2001 bus strike. Sky Train The new "Millennium Line" between Braid and Commercial Drive Station represents the single largest transit improvement in 2002. The new line will offer enhanced service to the Burrard Peninsula. TransLink will also be receiving 60 new Mark II cars during 2002. Twenty cars will be allocated to the existing Expo Line to increase capacity, while the remaining 40 are part of the Millennium Line project. The new cars will increase capacity and should help alleviate the severe overcrowding experienced during peak hours. Bus The proposed bus strategy focuses on the following objectives: • Improving services in markets where buses can compete in terms of travel times while maintaining a strong basic network throughout for the large transit dependent segment (60% of bus riders); and • Implementing changes in both strong and small market areas to improve service efficiency. Specific bus service improvements planned for 2002 include: Competitive Market Services: • Integrating bus services in the Northeast Sector, Burnaby-New Westminster and East Vancouver with the new Millennium Line. Quality bus connections will extend the market reach of SkyTrain growing ridership on both modes; • Introducing a rapid bus "B-Line" route connecting Coquitlam City Centre, Port Moody and Burquitlam with Lougheed Town Centre SkyTrain Station, in order to build ridership in a corridor proposed for future rapid transit; • Providing improved service to the post secondary student market with the introduction of a Universal Pass (U-Pass) at SFU. Frequent shuttle bus service will be provided connecting SFU and the Millennium Line; • Improving the #98 Richmond-Vancouver B-Line service and introducing new express services which will provide north-south commuters with increased capacity, as well as new connections to major employersin the Oak Street and Broadway corridors. - • Increase service on a number of the region's busiest bus corridors including major east-west corridors in the City of Vancouver These include the #99 B-Line on Broadway and route #25 on King Edward. Other routes proposed for upgrading including #8 on Fraser Street and #480 between Richmond and UBC. More Efficient Services: • Introducing new minibus services in White Rock/South Surrey and in Langley to reduce costs and improve service to lower density markets; and • Achieving efficiencies in existing services by reducing duplication, modifying service levels or simplifying service design. -Savings achieved from "Streamlining" - - SeaBus and West Coast Express SeaBus and West Coast Express are projected to experience small declines in ridership in 2002. The SeaBus has been impacted by reduced tourism and loss of ridership due the strike. WCE will be impacted by the completion of the Millennium Line, the #97 B-Line and the fare increase. HandyDart Additional service (2.6% increase) will be added to HandyDart and this will provide for approximately 30,000 new trips on an annual basis. Transit Summary Transit ridership is still recovering from the 2001 transit strike, service cuts and the economic downturn. While transit ridership is projected to increase by 34% compared to 2001, it is projected to be 1% lower than 2000. There is some risk that the ridership will be even lower, as the fare increase will have an impact. Transit service levels will increase in 2002 by 3.7% (6.7% on an annual basis). The opening of the Millennium Line is the major commitment accounting for 23.4% of the growth. HandyDart will increase by 2.6% (3.5% on an annual basis) while bus service, including community shuttle, will grow by 0.5% (1 .7% on an annual basis) in 2002. Summary of Transit Service Hours 2002 Fiscal % Fiscal Expansion 2002 Expansion % Annual Service Hours Service Type Expansion over Status Annualized Expansion Base 2003 Service Hours Service Hours Quo Estimated Bus 14,100 0.4% 14,600 0.4% 3,553,500 Community Shuttle 2,000 19.8% 45,800 453.4% 55,900 SeaBus 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 10,500 SkyTrain 143,000 23.4% 235,000 38.4% 846,000 West Coast Express 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 29,300 HandyDart 12,000 2.6% 16,000 3.5% 469,000 Total Hours of Service including HandyDart 1 171.000 1 3.7% 1 311,400 1 6.7% 4,964,200 Intelligent Transportation Program (ITS) ITS projects will provide improved customer information for the planning of services such as the installation of automated passenger counters (APC) on transit buses. The ITS group will also continue to work on the development of Smart Card technology to improve färé collection and promote shifts to monthly payments Bicycling The Bicycle Program proposals include: $750,000 in capital for cost-sharing bikeway projects with municipalities and $250,000 to continue funding bicycle infrastructure improvements on TransLink's facilities; Completing an audit of TransLink bridges to determine the investments needed for improved bicycle access and safety; and Supporting bicycling events and the provision of bicycling educational and promotional material with other partners. Accountability The accountability of TransLink to the public and stakeholders will be need to be measured by monitoring and reporting on the 2002 Program Plan. A recommended set of measures will be included in the three- year plan. TransLink is undertaking a review of transportation governance in conjunction with the Province and GVRD. 4. 2002 BUDGET SCHEDULES Sched Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority 2002 Revenue and Expenditure Budget $000's 2001 2001 2002 Increase Actuals Budget Budget $'s % Revenues Transit 145,604 223,736 236,113 12,377 5.5% Taxation Fuel 184,855 181,200 223,000 41,800 23.1% Property 92,490 92,954 114,800 21,846 23.5% Hydro Levy 15,926 16,000 16,000 0 0.0% Parking 10,000 10,000 10,000 0 0.0% Mission/Other 128 128 128 0 0.0% 303,399 300,282 363,928 63,646 21.2% Extraordinary Items 2,008 2,500 (2,500) -1 00.0% Total Revenues 451,011 526,518 600,041 73,523 14.0% Expenditures Roads & Bridges 23,487 23,620 26,770 3,150 13.3% Transit 324,336 397,892 412,217 14,325 3.6% Corporate Programs 20,372 23,660 22,837 (823) -3.5% Operational Support 7,255 9,935 11,641 1,706 17.2% Corporate Contingency 7,000 7,000 100.0% Total Program Costs 375,450 455,107 480,465 25,358 5.6% Debt Service Costs Transit 88,114 95,231 106,678 11,447 12.0% Road 713 2,264 7,036 4,772 210.8% 88,827 97,495 113,714 16,219 16.6% Special Projects 614 1,819 1,350 (469) -25.8% Total Exoenditures 464.891 554.421 595.529 41.108 7.41/6 Annual Surplus! (Deficit) (13,880) (27,903) 4,512 Opening Reserve 41,986 41,986 28,106 Closing Reserve 28,106 14,083 32,618 iirare program çsen Tunaing;: Revenue 27,396 26,241 26,250 Expenditures: Operating 21,910 22,049 22,340 Debt Service Costs 4,046 4,046 4,046 Annual Surplus !(Deficit) 1,440 146 (136) Opening Reserve 3,008 3,008 4,448 Closing Reserve 4,448 3,154 4,312 Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority 2002 Expenditure Budget Details (excluding AirCare) $000's • 2001 2001 2002 Actual Budget Budget Roads & Bridges Major Road Network 18,996 19,299 22,246 Atbion Ferry Operations - 4,468 4,295 4,489 Albion Ferry Allocated Costs 23 26 35 Schedule 2 I Increase S % 2,947 15.3% 194 4.5% 9 34.6% Total Roads & Bridges Transit Subsidiaries:- Coast Mountain Bus Co. SkyTrain West Coast Express Allocated Costs Contingencies Contractors: - West Vancouver Community Shuttle HandyDART Contingencies Transit Corporate Programs Operational Support Corporate Contingency Total Program Costs Debt Service Costs Transit Road Special Projects Total Expenditures 222,437 286,093 292,873 6,780 2.4% 43,015 43,019 55,635 12,616 29.3% 19,501 20,428 20,678 250 1.2% 13,104 12,147 13,924 1,777 14.6% 8,063 - -8,063 -100.0% 298,057 369,750 383,110 13,360 3.6% 7,064 7,230 7,386 156 2.2% 490 463 596 133 28.7% 18,444 18,998 19,899 901 4.7% 281 1,451 1,226 -225 -15.5% 26,279 28,142 29,107 965 3.4% 20,372 23,660 22,837 -823 -3 7,255 9,935 11,641 1,706 17 7,000 7,000 100 88,114 95,231 106,678 11,447 1 713 2,264 7,036 4,772 21 88,827 97,495 113,714 16,219 1 614 1,819 1,350 -469 -2 369 252 (8,000) (813) 12,650 (237) 65 (83) 256 200 -123 13,102 -8,320 25 (70) (11) (186) 401 426 0 -267 303 13,102 -8,587 (4,481) 949 292,873 55,635 20,678 13,924 -4,481 949 383,110 (71) 7,386 100 596 375 19,899 1,226 -71 475: 29,107 -4,552 1,424 412,217 Schedule 3 Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority 2002 Transit Expenditure Budget 2001 Increase External Other Milienium Cost Wages & uduet Salaries Inflation Increases Increases Line Savin Service Service 2002 Annualization Exr,ansion Budgi Expenditures Transit Subsidiaries:- Coast Mountain Bus Co. 286,094 12,239 2,613 2,838 SkyTrain 43,019 729 287 West Coast Express 20,428 20 245 3 Allocated Costs 12,147 521 800 Contingencies 8,063 -7,063 -1,000 369,751 5,925 2,666 3,641 Contractors:- West Vancouver 7,230 215 30 27 Community Shuttle 463 18 22 4 HandyDart 18,998 465 68 179 Contingencies 1,451 -626 28,142 72 120 21C Total Transit 397,893 5,997 2,786 3,851 - Schedule 4 GREATER VANCOUVER TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY 2002 BUDGET TRANSLINK PROGRAMS $000's 2001 WageslSataries 2002 Annual Economic External Millennium Savings Proposed Corporate Budget Inflation Increase Other Factors Line Initiatives Budget Board & Executive Board 135 - 14 149 Executive 2,012 85 1 42 (235) 1,904 2,147 85 56 0 (235) 2,053 System Wide Services Cap. Proj.lmplementation 1,529 62 (55) (112) 1,424 Communications 670 17 61 (64) 684 Marketing 3,039 21 178 (475) 2,763 Planning 4,978 139 187 (904) 4,400 Revenue & Risk Management 2,342 43 4 80 (125) 2,344 Roads & Bridges Mgmnt. 328 14 404 3 749 Service Contracts 728 36 38 (59) 743 13,614 332 817 80 (1,736) 13,107 Direct Programs ITS 165 7 1 (25) 148 TOM 1,220 7 - (201) 1,026 Bike Program 135 - 135 1,520 14 1 0 (226) 1,309 Corporate Services Human Resources 333 15 81 90 519 Finance 1,719 82 (4) (179) 1,618 Administrative Services 404 8 12 (53) 371 Legal 229 12 6 (3) 244 FOl 112 4 (4) - 112 Records Management 259 4 1 5 (48) 220 3,056 125 96 0 (193) 3,084 Corporate Costs Occupancy Costs 2,285 103 - - 2,388 Legal& Audit Fees 1,004 3 - (210) 797 Other Corporate Costs 149 - (1081 93 (35) 99 3,438 106 - -108 -93 0 (245) 3,284 Reduction Target - Reduction Target -500 500 - -500 - 0 0 500 - Contingencies Contingencies 385 (385) - - 385 -385 0 0 0 - 23,660 106 171 862 93 80 -2,135 22,837 Ooerational Su000rt Transit Security 5,369 274 186 ' 1,207 (2) 7,034 Customer Information 4,298 247 80 (18) 4,607 Contingencies 268 (268) - 9,935 0 253 266 0 1,207 -20 11,641 33,595 106 424 1,128 93 1,287 -2,155 34,478 Schedule 5 Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority 2002 Budgeted Capital Expenditures• $ Millions - Total Expenditures Approved! 2002 Projects Previously Approved: Trolley Replacement 255.9 - SkyTráin - Vehicles 69.8 70 SkyTrain - Municipal Integration 41.7 15 SkyTrain Upgrades 94.0 21 SkyTrain Minor 10.6 5 SkyTrain - 600 Granville - Accessible Stn 4.5 - MRN - Minor & Rehab 41.9 26 MRN - Major 5.0 - Transit Priority Measures 3.3 2 Electronic Farebox 27.0 2 Ticket Vending Machines 32.8 17 Bike 2.0 1 Bus & Minor Other 246.2 20 834.7 180 2002 Proposed Projects: Transit Facilities 18.0 3 Millenium Line - Startup Costs 12.0 12 SkyTrain Minor 0.7 1 Bus Minor 3.1 3 Community Shuttles 1.5 2 HandyDart 4.6 2 Bike 1.0 - MRN - Minor 30.0 4 MRN - Major - Deferred From 2001 15.0 - MRN - Major - 2002 35.0 - Transit Priority Measures 2.6 1 Bridge Rehabilitation 46.6 3 170.0 30 1,004.8 210 2002 BUDGET OVERVIEW Schedule 1 compares the 2002 budget to the 2001 budget and actuals. Roads, Transit & TransLink Revenues increase by $73.5 million (14%) and expenditures increase by $41.1 million (7.4%) compared to the respective 2001 budget. Budgeted 2002 revenues of $600.0 million exceed the $595.5 million expenditure budget by $4.5 million. The reserve balance is estimated to be $32.6 million at December 31, 2002. Revenues increase by $73.5 million (14%) and expenditures increase by $41.1 million (7.4%) compared to the respective 2001 budget. Budgeted 2002 revenues of $600.0 million exceed the $595.5 million expenditure budget by $4.5 million. The reserve balance is estimated to be $32.6 million at December 31, 2002. AirCare AirCare is a self funded program, with revenues from testing set to recover operating and debt service costs over a seven year period. For 2002 revenues increase marginally and expenditures increase by $0.2 million (1.3%). The reserve balance of $4.3 million will fund future deficits. More detail on AirCare is provided in section 12. Key Drivers The key drivers which are reflected in the recommended 2002 budget include: • Service improvements identified in the 2002 Program Plan and the full year impact of 2001 service changes; • Labour contract increases; • $17 million in cost reductions; • 1.6% goods and services inflation; • Impact of current economic environment on revenues; • Impact of September 11th events on liability and property insurance rates;' • Interest rates; and • Impact of Provincial budget - $1.4 million. 2002 REVENUES Transit A $12.4 million (5.5%) increase is projected. The estimate reflects the approved April 1 increase for cash fares and faresaver tickets, and assumes that ridership will return to pre-strike levels by August. The specific components of the projected increase are: - Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority Transit Revenues Component $ millions 25 cent fare Increase effective April 1 (cash and faresavers) 15.7 Impact of shift to monthly passes (1.9) Sub-Total 13.8 Ridership loss (strike, fare increase) (3.1) Government Bus Pass Program volume increase 1.0 WCE GST ruling .5 Other revenue .2 TOTAL $12.4 * Under a recent Canada Customs and Revenue Agency ruling WGI± fares are now exempt from GST. wniie this resu,ms in a U.3 million increase to GVTA revenues there is a corresponding increase to corporate GST expense. The budget was developed by applying calculated average fares to the ridership estimates provided in the 2002 Program Plan. As noted in the Program Plan Summary ridership is expected to be 1% lower than 2000. Averages were developed for both the pre and post fare increases period and applied to the corresponding months ridership estimates. The resulting revenue estimate has been adjusted to reflect a 7% switch from cash fares to monthly farecards, as farecard prices have been frozen for 2002. Average fares were calculated separately for bus and SkyTrain cash fares and for faresaver tickets. The average cash fare is based on the three most recent Fare Audit Surveys. The faresaver average fare was calculated using historical actual volumes. An alternate analysis was undertaken using 2001 actual revenue for the non-strike period and 2000 revenue for the strike period. The results were very similar to the estimate developed using the average fare times ridership approach. Fuel Tax Fuel tax revenue is projected at $223 million for 2002. The $41.8 million (23%) increase over. the 2001 budget is derived as follows: Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority Fuel Tax Increase Factor $ Million Full year impact of the previously approved 1 cent/ litre increase effective April 1,2001 5.2 2 cents/litre increase to be implemented April 1 approved as part of the Fall 2001 funding package 31 8* 2002 Volume Increase 4.8 TOTAL 4.8 * $42 million annually 2002 volume was estimated three ways: First, by applying a growth factor to the 2000 volumes in order to avoid any 2001 strike related distortion. Second, by applying a growth factor to 2001 volumes. Third by applying regression analysis to the past 15 years of volume data. The most conservative estimate, which was to apply a growth factor to 2000 volumes, was then used. The growth factor was established by reviewing the past 15 years of volume data which indicates that the average annual growth in.. volume. is 2.2%. The budgeted, 20.02 volume is..only. marginally higher than 2001 actual volume. Property Tax A $21.8 million (24%) increase is projected for property tax. The estimate is based on the new rates approved by the GVTA and GVRD Boards applied against the most current property values. The rate increase will generate an additional $20 million and increases in assessed values will provide a further $1.8 million. The approved property tax rates are the sum of: • The commercial property rates originally assessed by the Vancouver Regional Transit Commission; • The GVRD Hospital tax rates which applied to all classes of properties and were transferred to GVTA; and • The new rates approved in December, 2001 and transferred to GVTA to raise the required $20 million. Hydro Levy The hydro levy estimate of $16 million is based on the 2001 actual revenue received, which was slightly under budget for that year. Parking Tax Parking tax revenues have been fixed at $10 million per year since GVTA's inception, based on the estimates of the amount of PSI generated from paid parking in the region. A review is underway to determine if the $10 million estimate is still reasonable. 7. 2002 OPERATING EXPENDITURES Schedule 2 details the 2002 expenditure budget. Roads and Bridges The budget of $26.8 million is $3.2 million (13.3%) higher than 2001. Operations and maintenance funding for uploaded roads will increase from 60% of the $1 2,000/lane km target to 75% resulting in a $2.9 million increase. The $194,000 (4.5%) increase in Albion Ferries operating costs reflects employee economic increases in wages of $89,000, a $201,000 provision for vessel refits and general inflation. Savings from not leasing a BC Ferries vessel and reduced consulting and administrative costs of $120,000 partially offset these increases. Transit Transit costs are projected to increase by $14.3 million (3.6%) over the 2001 budget. The key factors which explain this difference are outlined in Schedule 3. Coast Mountain Bus Company Coast Mountain Bus Company is TransLink's largest subsidiary and comprises 70% of the transit budget. The $6.8 million (2.4%) increase reflects the two-year compounded impact of the legislated CAW and OPEIU settlements (5.6% and 5.1% respectively) and an increase for excluded staff consistent with the OPEIU settlement. This adds $12.2 million to CMBC's costs. Costs have also been impacted by the recently announced 50% increase to MSP premiums ($1.0 million this year, $1.6 million annually), other benefit increases ($1.7 million), and a 40% increase to ICBC premiums ($1.3 million). The approved two cents/litre to gas tax in the region increases CMBC diesel fuel expenditures by $0.5 million ($0.7 million annually). TransLink assigned CMBC a cumulative cost reduction target of $14.5 million for 2001 and 2002. The 2002 requirement is $8 million. CMBC has taken specific actions to achieve the majority ($13.4 million) of the savings. The staff complement -will be reduced by 177 positions with over 30% of those being administrative/ operational support. The specific components of the $13.4 million savings plan are provided in Section 10. The 2002 Program Plan proposed 14,600 hours of service expansion for CMBC at a cost of $949,000. The increase in hours reflects expansion of near capacity routes and introduction of urapid bus" to the North East sector. Sky Train SkyTrain costs increase by $12.6 million (29.3%) due to the operation of the 21 kilometre Millennium Line extension between Columbia and Commercial Stations. Millennium Line costs reflect the growth in staff required to support the line (from 381 FTEs to 542 FTEs) as well as station maintenance materials and power costs. The following table provides a breakdown of Millennium Line expenditures. Expenditure Type $ millions Salaries, Wages & Benefits 7.5 Materials 2.2 Hydro 1.8 Contracted Services 1.1 TOTAL 12.6 The first section of the extension opened on January 5 th The second section (Braid-Commercial) will open on August 31st, with trial running of the full line commencing the week before. Hiring of staff for the second section has already commenced and will accelerate as the start date approaches. West Coast Express The West Coast Express budget increases by $250,000 (1.2%). Provision has been made for fare increase costs ($30,000) and vehicle lease escalation ($154,000). Offsetting these increases is the removal of TrainBus costs ($40,000) and cost reductions ($83,000). Allocated costs Allocated costs are transit system expenditures which are directly managed by TransLink and include property tax, property rentals and insurance (excluding ICBC insurance on the busfleet). Third party and liability insurance costs have increased b $800,000 to reflect the value of new SkyTrain cars, Millennium line assets and the post September 1 It insurance market. A 4% increase to property tax is assumed ($500,000) and an.additional allowanceof $200,000 for property taxes on four bus loops at Millennium line stations has been made. Contractors The 2002 budget for Contractors is $29.1 million which is $1 million (3.4%) higher than the 2001 budget. Close to 50% of the increase relates to proposed HandyDart and Community Shuttle service expansion. Community Shuttle service in White Rock/South Surrey and Langley is proposed to commence late 2002. Approximately 2,000 hours of service will be provided in 2002; which will become 46,000 hours on an annual basis. HandyDart Hand yDart. service will increase by 3.5% (16,000 hours) on an annual basis. The 2002 budget assumes 12,000 hours of service at a cost of $0.4 million. The balance of the increase to Contractor costs is for negotiated wage settlement for contractor employees, general inflation and the impact of increases to MSP and-fuel costs Corporate Programs and Operational Support TransLink programs are summarized on Schedule 4. Corporate programs are budgeted at $0.8 million (3.5%) lower than the 2001 budget. Transit Security and Customer Information .costs are projected to increase by $1.7 million (17.2%) primarily due to increased security support for the Millennium Line extension. Millennium Line Millennium Line support costs are the single largest driver to the overall increase in TransLink program expenditures. In total 24 additional security staff are required, with hiring staged over the January to July period. The $1.3 million budget requirement reflects salary and support costs for the new staff, as well the production cost of tickets for new ticket vending machines. The full year cost of Millennium Line Security support is $2.4 million. Savings Initiatives All TransLink departments and programs were required to reduce expenditures to meet the assigned $2.65 million 2001-02 reduction target. The staff roster has been reduced by 10 positions and travel, divisional training, consulting and legal costs were reduced to achieve $2.66 million in cost reductions. The increment over the 2001 budget is $2.16 million. Economic Increases, Inflation and Other Departmental budgets include the two-year impact of the negotiated OPEIU settlement (5.1%, 2.5% for each year) and similar approved increases for exempt staff. The net increment over the 2001 budget for these increases is $0.4 million. The Roads and Bridges Management budget includes $0.3 million for a condition assessment and re- measurement of the Major Road Network. This will meet a commitment that was made when the MRN was established. The "Other Increases" category also captures costs related to fare increase communications, increasing public awareness of the MRN, the first stage of an environmental management study and impact of no longer sharing the costs of the VP Finance and Manager Human Resources with the GVRD. A $0.9 million increase for liability and property insurance is included in "Other Corporate Costs". The increase is driven by the post September .1 1insurancemarket. The lease costs for the Customer Information centre at Station Tower have increased due to an adjustment for heating, ventilation and air conditioning charges which result from the operation's extended operating hours. This is the primary reason for the $0.1 million (4.5%) increase to occupancy costs. - Special Projects Each year a provision is made for consulting and study funds for corporate priorities and emerging issues. The 2002 allowance is set at $1.35 million for the following: . Richmond - Airport - Vancouver Rapid Transit - $500,000 (2002 contribution) TransLink will contribute 25% of a total budget of up to $3 million to conduct the following work: Financial analysis - preliminary work to be complete by May. Analysis of costs and revenues has commenced to determine if a rapid transit line is financially feasible at this time. A decision whether to proceed further will then be made. Project definition to complete by Fall 2002. Subject to decisions to be taken in May undertake work to define the scope of the project and determine how it would be financed. The balance of the funding (75%) will be provided by the Airport and other government agencies. . Fraser Corridor - Fraser River Crossing - $425,000 Completion of work started in 2001 to determine project feasibility. The funds will be used for: Public consultation - external costs Traffic and revenue risk studies - consulting due diligence on design and cost - engineering consulting. Once completed in late Spring the Board will receive the results of the studies and options for proceeding to implementation of the Fraser River Crossing. . Governance Review—GVTA Act Changes- $150,000 Provision is being made for external consulting required to complete the review of GVTA governance and legal fees to assist in researching and reviewing legislative change. . North East Sector Rapid Transit Alternatives Study - $150,000 The extension of the Millennium line to Coquitlam Centre is currently estimated to cost $730 million, in part due to the need to tunnel between Burquitlam and Port Moody. There is no current source to fund this extension within the GVTA's three-year funding envelope. This study will examine if there are alternative, lower-cost, rail or other rapid transit options that may be able to meet the objective of providing a high-capacity transit connection to the North East Sector. A range of alternatives will be explored in consultation with North East Sector municipalities. . Provision for Emerging Issues -$125,000. 8. 2002 DEBT SERVICE COSTS AND CAPITAL PLAN Debt service costs consist of: • principal and interest payments on debenture debt; • capital lease payments; • principal and interest on shortterm debt; and • provision for debt service costs on Major Road Networks - Major Projects. The key factors which drive debt service costs are capital expenditures and interest rates. Debt service costs increasing to pay for new road and transit infrastructure which come into service in 2002. The following table details the components of the 2002 debt service cost with a comparison to the 2001 budget and actuals. Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority 2002 Debt Service Cost Budget vs. 2001 Budget & Actual $000's 2001 Budget 2001 Actual 2002 Budget Long-Term Debt: Interest 48,489 42,984 50,314 Principal 25,336 22,247 28,754 73,824 65,232 79.068 Short-Term Debt: Interest (1,976) (743) 2,536 Principal 5,749 4,410 7,405 3,773 3,667 9,941 Capital Leases: Interest 8,334 8,364 7,375 Principal 11,564 11,564 13,580 19,898 19,929 20,955 MRN - Major Road Capital Provision: Interest - - 2,625 Principal - - 1,125 - - 3,750 97,495 88,827 113,714 Long Term Debt As indicated in the previous table, the 2001 long term debt payments were significantly less than budget. Actual capital expenditures for 2001 totalled $147 million compared to budgeted capital expenditures of $328 million, a difference of $181 million. The completion of many projects was deferred to 2002 and some projects were cancelled during the year. The most significant deferrals were: Project $ millions Skytrain vehicles and integration 96 Roads capital 20 Transit minor projects 5 The most significant cancellations were: Albion Ferry expansion 4 Bus purchases 5 Capital expenditures for approved and proposed projects are provided on Schedule 5. The total capital expenditures are estimated to be $210 million which when combined with total short term borrowing at January 1, 2002, and long term debt refinancing generates a potential of $290 million in long term debenture issues in 2002. The budget assumes debenture issues totalling $223 million - a spring debenture issue at $95 million and a fall debenture issue of $128 million. For 2002 it is proposed to maintain short term borrowing closer to the upper limit of 20% of total outstanding debt to take advantage of the-spread between long and short term interest rates. The 2002 budget for long term debt is detailed on the table which follows: Interest Principal Less Debt Reserve Fund Interest Total Existing (see Appendix) $44,368 $23,821 (636) $67,552 Spring - assumes $95 million @ 6.25% 4,475 4,046 (48) 8,474 Fall - assumes $128 million @ 6.75% 1 2,178 1 887 1 (22) 1 3,043 $51,021 1 $28,754 1 (706) $79,069 Short Term Debt The level of short term borrowing varies with operating cash flows and the level of floating rate debt maintained to fund capital assets. For 2002 the budget assumes that for the first three quarters of the year that floating rate debt will be maintained at 7-19% of total outstanding debt. The short term interest rate is assumed to be between 3% and 3.5% during the year. The current policy limit for floating rate debt is 20% of total outstanding debt. These levels will be maintained to take advantage of the current differential between long and short term interest rates. The budget for principal represents repayment of debt issued to fund assets with a useful life of five years or less. Capital Leases Lease payments on existing capital leases are provided in the Appendix. Major Road Capital Provision TransLink is committed to provide for $35 million per annum to contribute to major road projects. Although not restricted to such projects, it is hoped that TransLink contributions would be matched with senior government contributions on significant projects. Although many projects have been identified and federal infrastructure program applications submitted, none have been initiated to date. To ensure that sufficient revenue is available a budget provision is being made for the debt service costs on the $55 million in commitments to date ($5 million for 2000, $15 million for 2001 and $35 million for 2002). 9. PROVINCIAL BUDGET! EXTRAORDINARY PRICE INCREASES Impact of Provincial Budget The recent provincial budget contained rate increases that directly impacted TransLink: • A 50% increase to MSP rates effective May 1, affecting all TransLink entities and transit contractors. The 2002 budget has been increased by $1.3 million, with the annual impact being $2 million. • The April 1 two centilitre increase to fuel tax will increase TransLink revenues, but also increases transit diesel costs. The 2002 impact is $0.6 million and the annual impact is $0.8 million. The requirement to balance the Provincial budget within three years has resulted in increased pressure on Crown Corporations. We have recently been advised that CMBC fleet insurance rates will be increased by ICBC from the 2001 budget rate of $59.1 1/1 000 kms to $82.53/1 000 km, a 40% increase. This equates to a $1.3 million increase to CMBC operating costs. The revised fleet rate reflects the impact of an adjustment to the risk factors for the overall bus insurance category as well as adjustments to CMBC's individual rating because of past incidents and losses. Extraordinary Price Increase - Insurance The events of September 11th have had a major impact on the insurance market. TransLink property and liability costs have increased by $0.8 million, reflecting revised risk factors as well as new SkyTrain cars and Millennium line assets. 10. COST SAVINGS INITIATIVES In July the Board approved a $10 million cost reduction target for 2002, to be achieved without reducing service. This was in addition to the $6 million target built into the 2001 budget. The cumulative 2001- 2002 target is $18 million, including $2 million related to the 2001 service reduction (indirect costs). Specific savings targets were assigned to TransLink programs and subsidiaries as part of the 2002 budget development process. The following table summarizes the savings initiatives that are incorporated in the 2002 budget. The West Coast Express, SkyTrain and Contractor initiatives are consistent with their 2002 target whereas the Coast Mountain Bus Company and TransLink initiatives represent their cumulative two year target. Cost Reductions Entity Initiative $'s million Positions CMBC Staff Reductions/Corporate Restructuring! Vacancies 7.81 147 Collective Agreements Changes 1.80 30 Replace CNG buses with Diesel Buses 0.65 Fixed Fuel Price 0.83 Reduced Travel/Training/Professional Fees 2.04 Increased Recoveries and Component Rebuilds 0.22 Unidentified 1.15 Sub-Total 14.50 177 BCRTC WCB rate reduction, reduced work vehicle and elevator maintenance and lower media relations 0.24 Sub-Total 0.24 0 WCE Reduced parking management costs 0.03 Reduced customer survey cost 0.04 Miscellaneous Savings 0.01 Sub-Total 0.08 0 Albion Ferry Reduced consulting, training and office costs 0.06 Sub-Total 0.06 0 TransLink Reduced consulting, travel and training 1.51 Reduce 10 positions and hold 5 vacant 1.15 15 Sub-Total 2.66 15 Contractors Various initiatives 0.27 Sub-Total 0.27 0 Total 17.81 192 11. RISKS! CONTINGENCY TransLink is facing significant revenue and expenditure risks in 2002. We have identified the known risks and provided a $7 million contingency. Seniors Pass Program The Province has stated publicly that the Seniors Bus Pass program will be maintained, however the funding source has yet to be defined. This program, which is a $12 million revenue source for TransLink, was to be eliminated in 2003. Any decision that negatively impacts TransLink's revenue base will have a direct impact on TransLink's ability to meet its service improvement commitment. - Fare Revenue Fare revenue isTransLink's most significant revenue source and accounts for 39% of revenues. Ridership may not recover from the strike as quickly as assumed and the poor economy may mean less people taking public transit. The fare increase could also negatively impact ridership to a larger degree than assumed. Coast Mountain Bus Company Expenditures The budget assumes savings of over $17 million, with CMBC being responsible for achievement of the majority ($14.5 million) of the target. The CMBC bidget proposal incorporates $14.5 million in targeted savings. Specific initiatives have been identified and action taken to generate $13.4 million in on-going savings. The CMBC savings plan assumes significant improvements to operator and maintenance employee productivity levels. The operator complement is targeted at 50 lower than, what has previously been required, and 13 positions have been eliminated from the maintenance roster. Achievement of these productivity targets may negatively impact service quality and reliability. If these performance criteria degrade to an unacceptable level staffing may have to increase. The hourly rate assumed for CMBC service expansion is based on the current average whereas actual implementation costs may differ Millennium Line A delay in planned start date of the Braid to Commercial extension could increase costs for SkyTrain and bus operating costs. Liability Insurance Right-of-way agreements for the Millennium line contain liability insurance requirement which exceed the limits of our current policies. We are working with the parties to the agreement and the Province to minimize our costs to cover these requirements. The budget assumes no incremental costs for this coverage. 'Extended Health Costs The Extended Health Plan for CMBC and TransLink employees is an insured plan, which means that the carrier (Pacific Blue Cross) is reimbursed for all of the costs of claims made. The plan covers services that the Province has announced will no longer be covered under MSP. The specific impact on employer costs of this decision is 'difficult to estimate at this time.' The budget assumes a 10-15% increase but this may not be adequate. 12. AIRCARE PROGRAM Under the GVTA Act, the AirCare program must recover all of its costs, including annualized capital costs, over a seven year period. During that period, surplus or deficits may occur in any one year, which may be carried forward to the next period. - For 2002, an annual deficit of $0.1 million is projected, based on estimated revenues of $26.3 million and expenditures of $26.4 million. The revenue estimate reflects the following fee structure: • 1991 and older vehicles receive an annual inspection for $24. • 1992 and newer vehicles receive a more comprehensive transient emissions inspection for $48 on a biennial basis. Revenue increases marginally over the 2001 budget. Operating costs increase by $0.29 million (1.3%) due to: • Envirotest contract increase - $0.21 million (1%). • Salary increases of $0.08 million including the two year impact of negotiated OPEIU settlement (2.5% for 2001 and 2.5% for 2002) and similar increases for exempt staff plus minor increases in the accrued vacation. • Net impact of savings in employee superannuation and outside services and increased bank charges. Debt service costs for testing equipment total $4 million, based on the equipment purchase price of $20.3 million amortized over six years. The opening reserve balance is $4.4 million and the 2002 projected reserve balance is $4.3 million. 13. APPENDIX Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority Schedule of 2002 Debt Service Costs on Existing Debenture Issues Debt Reserve Total DSC on Interest Date Of Amortization of Debenture Fund Interest Total Interest Sinking Fund Existing Long Issue Principal Rate Maturity Issue Costs Interest Payable Receivable Charge Accrual Term Debt BCEC 12 15,304,735 7.250% 21-Sep-05 21,855 1,109,593 (13,948) 1,117,500 462,855 1,580,355 CPP BCT31 16,535,236 9.610% 10-Jul-09 - 1,589036 (15,069) 1573967 500068 2,074,035 CPTBR 14 24,083,531 9.540% 10-Sep-06 - 2,297,569 (21,948) 2,275621 728,348 3,003,969 CPPTI 13,241,657 15.540% 10-Sep-02 - 1,420696 (9,051) 1,411,645 - 1,411,645 CPTBR 13 4,941,134 9.500% 08-Aug-06 - 469,408 (4,503) 464,905 149,433 614,337 BCEC 14 34,435,654 5.250% 04-Mar-02 13,590 307,091 (31,382) 289,298 1,058,200 1,347,498 BCEUS 2 34,282,607 Variable 05-Feb-03 6,376 1,114,889 (31,241) 1,090,024 1,036,795 2,126,819 BCES 1 19,130,919 6.230% 31-Dec-03 3,362 1,191,856 (17,435) 1,177,783 578,568 1,756,352 BCEFF 2 38,261,838 6.377% 15-Jul-09 5,688 2,439,957 (57,653) 2,387,992 1,157,137 3,545,129 BCEFF 2 (SkWeh 2) 14,000,000 6.377% 15-Jul-09 2,078 892,780 - 894,858 423,396 1,318,254 BCEFF 2 (SkyVeh 3) 11,000,000 6.377% 15-Jul-09 1,635 701,470 - 703,105 332,668 1,035,774 BCEDM 1 38,262,367 5.741% 21-Jul-10 5,312 2,196,642 (34,870) 2,167,085 1,157,153 3,324,238 BCE FF 1 (SkyVeh 2) 25,000,000 7.182% 30-Oct-06 4,600 1,795,500 (22,783) 1,777,316 756,065 2,533,381 BCEUS 4 (SkyVeh 3) 50,000,000 6.713% 11-Jun-07 8,331 3,356,500 (45,567) 3,319,264 1,512,129 4,831,393 MFA BC 70 50,000,000 5.490% 01-Jun-14 36,787 2,745,000 (45,850) 2,735,937 2,317,114 5,053,051 MFA BC 71 100,000,000 5.990% 01-Dec-09 77,685 5,990,000 (89,532) 5,978,153 3,855,141 9,833,294 MFA BC 72 35,000,000 6.450% 01-Jun-09 28,712 2,257,500 (30,980) 2,255,232 1,058,491 3,313,723 MFA BC 73 55,000,000 6.360% 01-Jun-09 48,134 3,498,000 (48,030) 3,498,104 2,271,660 5,769,764 MFA BC 74 90,000,000 5.960% 01-Jun-11 226,318 5,364,000 (75,613) 5,514,705 2,845,623 8,360,328 MFA BC 75 50,000,000 5.690% 01-Jun-11 294,941 2,845,000 (40,764) 3,099,177 1,619,836 4,719,012 718,479,678 785,403 43,582,488 (636,219) 43,731,672 23,820,680 67,552,352 TransLink Schedule of Debt Service Costs on Capital Leases Principal PST 2002 Total INTEREST: SKYTRAIN - VEHICLES CLARICA (MUTUAL LIFE) M.I.C.C. CANADA TRUST (29 CARS) CANADA TRUST (30 CARS) SOCIETE GENERALE XEROX - NEWCOURT - IMAGE SKYTRAIN EQUIP BUSES SEABUS PRINCIPAL: SKYTRAIN - VEHICLES 563,135 113,999 677,134 347,809 125,473 473,282 533,925 181,353 715,278 1,175,888 246,416 1,422,304 437,972 172,043 610,015 2,281,463 - 2,281,463 428,721 - 428,721 766,751 - 766,751 6,535,663 839,285 7,374,947 CLARICA (MUTUAL LIFE) 1,065,427 - 1,065,427 M.I.C.C. 1,444,668 - 1,444,668 CANADA TRUST (29 CARS) 2,056,831 - 2,056,831 CANADA TRUST (30 CARS) 2,344,343 - 2,344,343 SOCIETE GENERALE 2,019,783 - 2,019,783 XEROX - NEWCOURT - IMAGE SKYTRAIN EQUIP BUSES SEABUS 3,483,105 414,348 751,513 - 3,483,105 - 414,348 - 751,513 13,580,019 - 13,580,019 20,115,682 839,285 20,954,967 View the plan at wwwt:nshnkbcca TRANSeLIN !r:\ f' ) • - New SkyTrain Millennium Line ~t 4,_~c )i6mimm 97 B Line SFU Shuttle Shuttle 4I;- --•- f r -1Ji Improvem i-its to 1 - - - reduce crowding - - and attract new - ridership P Intersection Upgrade - Signals Facilities New Corridor wwwam - - ---- Improvements on -s - -'_------- \ Existing Corridor ) Corridor Signal Upgrade I _\ Major Road Network - 1 - - Millennium Line Integration - *Road improvement projects are subject to municipal approvals From: Labrador Communications To: #.J logarth Date: 4111/2002 Time: 8.35:20 PM S bc Ffa IrW1 Iu Iaslait$ IuUr,lu*uisii • .-- •. r-i LI Emnil tituiiTlç( titi, ire aio (to Str.t' to roDn:c Rcoorl - With C.C. Ic C ID .ca April 12, 2002 APR 12 2002 Dear Mayor and Council: An Open Letter to British Columbia's Mayors 'and Councils From BC's Restaurant Industry The provincial cabinet has approved improvements to BC's liquor licensing and enforcement system. New regulations are currently in development, and the new licence system will be streamlined to place a new emphasis on public safety. Under the new system, red tape will be reduced and branch officials will be able to spend more Lime monitoring and enforcing public safeLy issues like: • under-age drinking; • public intoxication; • overcrowding; and • illegal liquor. The government's policy reforms put public safety as the top priority in our liquor licensing system. Solicitor General Rich Coleman estimates that shifting liquor control and licensing resources to these public safety priorities is equivalent to hiring 12 more inspectors. This will build on the stronger enforcement and compliance measures that were put in place last year to allow the Liquor Branch to crack down on problem operators. Significantly, the government has stated that the new regulations, currently in development, will strengthen the role of local governments in licensing decisions. The Cabinethas identified community need as-a-key , requirement in any chan.ges..to-.the- licensing sys tern. Our associations are committed to working in a constructive way with the provincial government, local governments, the police and other stakeholders to ensure that these changes are carried out in a way that respects the needs of the communities in which our members do business. 702, From; Labrador Communications To; AJ t-logarth Dale: 4/1112002 Time; 8:35:20 PM - Streamlined license systems work A new regulatory regime is now being developed to implement a streamlined system with two license categories. A new "food primary" license will be used for businesses like cafés and restaurants. Businesses like bars, pubs and lounges will be licensed and regulated under a "liquor primary" category. A decade ago, Ontario and Alberta introduced a similar streamlined licensing system. Those changes have worked well. Public safety has improved while at the same time offering the public a more dynamic range of choices in their hospitality industry. Alberta and Ontario experienced a significant drop in both liquor consumption and drunk driving over the past decade. Between 1985 and 2000, per capita consumption of alcohol decreased 163% in Alberta and 215% in Ontario. In both provinces, the reduction of drunk driving was consistent with the national trend, and exceeded both the national rate of decline (52 9/6) and the rate of decline in BC (553%). The time has come for government to taiw a look at the 5,866 liquor regulations currently on the books and determine which ones have no bearing on public safety priorities. The current system wastes taxpayers' dollars. Liquor control and licensing branch officials are spending too much time enforcing an archaic set of complicated rules and regulations that serve no public policy purpose. The government has stated that about one-quarter of these rules will be eliminated as part of the small business red- tape reduction initiative. We applaud this initiative and we urge local government to do the same. Support for the provincial government's initiative Our associations are strongly supportive of these changes, as are other leaders in the hospitality industry, including the hotel industry. Speaking in the December 2001 issue of Vancouver Magazine, Patrick Kelly, Regional Vice-President and General Manager of Fairmont Hotels and Resorts, which owns numerous properties in the province, stated: "Fairmont is in full support of provincial efforts to simplify BC's outdated liquor licensing system. The current system has hurt the foodservice industry's ability to grow and invest in the province. Licensing changes that better reflect the present realities of the industry and the needs of our customers, similar to those made nearly a decade ago in Ontario and Alberta, are long overdue in British Columbia." From: Lobrador Communications To: jAJ llogarth Date: 4111/2002 Time: 8:35:20 PM . Creating a dynamic hospitality & tourism industry As you will know from your own community, investments in the restaurant industry are becoming an increasingly larger and important part of our tourism infrastructure. BC's restaurant industry is extremely proud of the role we play in welcoming the world to our province, and we want that role to grow. Today, BC's restaurant industry creates over 150,000 jobs for British Columbians and generates $6 billion in economic activity in communities throughout the province. As the provincial government continues its work to build the provincial economy, we believe changes such as these will help create a more positive climate for investment and new job creation in our industry. It has worked in Ontario and Alberta - and it can work here. We urge you to show your support for BC's new liquor licensing policies by writing Solicitor General Rich Coleman, Premier Gordon Campbell and your MT,A. Tf you would like to discuss these policies in greater detail with us, we would welcome the opportunity to talk to you. Yours truly, 4&z4 .'ePQ Geoffrey Howcs Phone: (604) 669-2239 Chair, BC Restaurant and Foodservices Association Fax: (604) 669-6175 _X~L - Mark von Schellwitz Phone: (604) 685-9655 Vice-President, Western Canada Fax: (604) 685-9633 Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association 2O-of4S 911111 mope WESTERN CANADA WILDERNESS COMMITTEE (WCWC) 227 Abbott Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6B 2K7 Tel: 604-683-8220 Fax: 604-683-8229 E-Mail: info@wildernesscommittee.org Home Page: www.wiIdernesscommittee.org Toll Free: 1-800-661-9453 April 8, 2002 Mayor and Councilors of Maple Ridge 11995 HaneyPlace . APR 1 02002 Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6G2 Dear Mayor and Council: I am writing you today because I believe that Canadians have a tremendous once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to change the course of natural history - if we act now. That opportunity is being granted to us by those far sighted Canadian Members of Parliament - from all parties - who have been standing up for strong and effective endangered species legislation. They have been demanding that the Federal Environment Minister, the Honourable David Anderson include legislation that protects species and their habitats across the nation. Sadly, so far their pleas have been falling on deaf ears. All that Canadians are being offered by the federal govermnent of Canada is weak, ineffectual, phony legislation that won't slow Canada's biodiversity decline at all. That's why we have sent our endangered species campaigner, Gwen Barlee, on an emergency trip - not to Ottawa - but to the Hague, Netherlands to attend the Sixth Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity - April 7tht0 the 1 9th Canada is the second largest nation on Earth. How well we do - or don't do - regarding conservation of biological diversity effects every person, no matter where they live on the planet. While at the meeting, Gwen will be handing out to delegates and members of the media the enclosed information package entitled; "When Canadian delegates talk the talk about environmental protection in Canada —Make sure you ask them... '. We at Western Canada Wilderness Committee are prepared to travel to the ends of the Earth for as long as it takes in the quest for real Canadian endangered species legislation. How about yotfi British Columbia is the most biodiverse province in the country - and we face some of the greatest threats to bio diversity as well. Clearcut logging of ancient forests is one such biodiversity-crushing practice for which BC is infamous. We ask that you weigh in on this critical issue. Please write us and let us know what actions you are taking to help secure strog,effective.... Canadian endangered species legislation. [AckSofli 0 Fax Q Mifil Q Email J Cophx to M 8. C lloadinj Fib Repol Foy, WesthLç.!da Wilderness Committee Director rl Staff to Ftc.;pord Dracty with a cc. to 0 Other: 703 • r4i WiJSJ2C5S connml WESTERN CANADA WILDERNESS COMMITTEE (WCWC) 227 Abbott Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6B 2K7 Tel: 604-683-8220 Fax: 604-683-8229 E-Mail: info@wildernesscommittee.org Home Page: wwwwildernesscommittee.org Toll Free: 1-800-661-9453 Media Release: Tuesday April 2, 2002 Wilderness Committee to go to Holland to push for strong Canadian endangered species legislation Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada - From April 7th- 19th, the Western Canada Wilderness Committee (WCWC) will attend the Sixth Meeting of the Confrrence of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity in the Netherlands to hold the federal government of Canada accountable for its fuilure to meet its international environmental obligations. "I know it sounds strange that I have to go to the Netherlands, but I've already been to Ottawa and Victoria asking for strong endangered species legislation. It's a sad comment on the lack of environmental leadership shown by our federal and provincial governments that we need to go abroad to hold them accountable", remarked an angry Gwen Barlee, endangered species coordinator with the Western Canada Wilderness Committee. "In 1992, amid much fanfare, Canada signed and ratified the international Convention on Biological Diversity, in which the federal government pledged amongst other things, to protect endangered species. Well, a decade has now passed and Canada still has no endangered species legislation. The irony is the federal Liberals are about to enact some legislation but it is so weak that it will make us the laughing stock of the developed world", commented Barlee. "It is environmental legislation that is so woefully inadequate that rather than save species it is a blueprint for extinction. In British Columbia this is a real concern because we have a provincial government that has just declared open season on environmental protection." "Increasingly Canadians and the international community are noticing that there is a discrepancy between what our federal government says and what it actually does, especially in the environmental arena", said Barlee. "Canada is a country where clear-cut logging and the logging of frontier forests still make up over 80% of our timber extraction practices. This spells disaster for forest and wilderness dependent species like the grizzly bear, woodland caribou, spotted owl and Vancouver Island marmot. it is not enough for our federal government to prance around the international stage and sign environmental agreements with no intention of effectively implementing or enforcing them." At the Hague WCWC will be distributing thousands of pamphlets to international delegates, government officials and the media, alerting them to Canada's failure to meet its obligations under the COnvention of Biological Diversity. "When it comes to environmental protection, Canada is the great pretender, it is simply not enough to pretend to be environmentally conscientious, the federal government needs to make sure that progressive words are matched by progressive actions." For more information contact: Gwen Barlee 604-202-0322 To receive a copy of the Wilderness Committee pamphlet please call Sue Fox at 604-683-8220. THE GLOBE AND MAIL SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2002 A6 . CANADA Li*beral row jeo1 pardi*zes w ildlife b1*11 BY STEVEN CHASE AND ERIN ANDERSSEN, OTTAWA Environment Minister David An- derson has warned that controver- sial endangered-species legislation could die if Liberal backbenchers and other MPs let qualms about the bill undermine support for it. "If it dies, it will be one of those situations where the dynamics of politics in the House of Commons has managed to get in the way of a good piece of legislation," Mr. An- derson said in an interview yester- day. If we fall into that type of nar- row nitpicking approach, the bill has less chance of success than if we take a broader view. They have to look at the bigger picture." But a Liberal backbencher who has been among the most vocal op- ponents of the proposed amend- ments called the minister's statement "curious" and said the main reason the bill could die is be- cause it would be a weak, ineffec- joi-ar HA ED/CANADIAN Pius (lye law. Environment Minister David Anderson Is under pressure from his "The blame is being shifted to caucus to eliminate amendments to the endangered species bill, people who really care about this issue," said Karen Kraft Sloan, co- chair of the House environment committee, which attempted to strengthen the law. "What is killing the bill is the lack of appropriate protection for species." A group of Liberal backbenchers blasted Mr. Anderson at a caucus meeting this week, where the legis- lation was discussed, sources say. Environmentalists and politi- clans on both sides of the House have complained that, with recent government amendments, the leg- islation has been so watered down that there is no guarantee it will protect any threatened species, un- less, as Ms Kiaft Sloan put it re- cently, you're "an orca working in a post office." The environment committee re- drafted the legislation, but several of the government amendments announced last month rolled back those changes. Those amendments essentially give more power to cabi- net. The environment conunittee had proposed a scientific advisory board to decide which species make the endangered list, allowing for a cabinet veto. The government amendments leave the decision solely in the hands of cabinet mem- bers, with no time line and without requiring them to give reasons for their decision. The committee also wanted the legislation to automatically require habitat protection for endangered species within two years of an ani- mal being put on the list. In the new amendments. this decision has been left to cabinet. If the bill does not go through, it will be the third time the Liberals have failed to pass endangered species legislation. But Mr. Anderson, who said he has hope the party will come to- gether in the end, said he wants to get it sent to the Senate before June. Al2 THE VANCOUVER SUN, WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 14,2001 SCIENCE & NATURE - B.C.,* Ottawa doi*ngy too 11-Rtle for endangered species: report By NICHOLAS READ Four major environmental groups have given the governments of Canada and B.C. failing grades when it comes to pro- tecting endangered species. Using only criteria set down by Ottawa and the 10 provinces when they signed the National Accord for the Protection of Species at Risk in 1996, the Canadian Endangered Species Campaign, Cañadi- an Nature Federation, Sierra Club and Sierra Legal Defence Fund say most gov- ernments are doing littLe or nothing to .Vi-4 ;..• : ___________________ save the countrv's vanishing plants and • __. . -.. animals. The criteria included the enactment of endangered species legislation, mandat- . ed recovery plans, and independent sci- entific assessments of the status of • ______ ,-•.- species. The report card was released Tuesday to coincide with a meeting in Montreal ._____ 'I ft • ..,: • • ___________ _____ of delegates from 180 countries dis- . . Y j4 .. .i':•.....; Cussing implementadon of the Interna- ;;. . • I• tional Convention on Biodiversity, sired . • in Rio de Janeiro in 1992. •- Of all the provinces, Nova Scotia ________ _____ _____ C scored highest with a C- grade. B.C., , " - Newfoundland, the Northwest Territo- : , 1 • .-, ______ ries, Nunavut, the Yukon all rated an F, 4 : as did the federal goverrrnent. Kate Smaliwood. endangered species program director for the Sierra Legal Defence Fund said oizhe grade that awn- bers speak louder than words. "One hun- .. dred and six new species have been CADAN PRESS TILES added to the Canadian endangered The Vancouver island marmot has been placed on B.C.'s endangered species species list since the accord was signed list. Alsoendangered are the white pelican, the burrowing owl and the sea otter. in 1996. So it's obvious that governments are not doing the job they agreed to do. approach to saving species at risk. But it's Anderson wa,s not available Tuesday. but According to the Committee on the obviously not working, because the num- his spokeswoman Kelly Morgan said Bill Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada ber of endangered species in B.C. con- C-5, the federal Liberals' Species at Risk (COSEVTIC), there are 380 endangered tinues to rise." Act (SARA), is now at committee stage, and threatened st'ecies in Canada, Of the 24 new species added to the and probably will be put to a vote some including the killer whale, grizzly bear. COSEWIC list in May, seven were native time next year. eastern cougar, right whale, polar bear to B.C. In September, Anderson said he hoped and sea otter. Of those. 104 species are Even so, Victoria recognizes only four it would be passed this year, but the native to B.C., and 24 are new to species as endangered under the events of Sept.11 have since knocked it COSEWIC's 2001 list, introduced last province's Wildlife Act. They are the off the current legislative timetable. May. Vancouver Island marmot, white pelican, "We don't feel [the failing grade] is jus- But environmentalists say because B.C. burrowing owl and sea otter. tified because we're actively pursuing and Ottawa have no endangered species B.C. Minister of Water, Land and Air this legislation," Morgan said. legislation, no legislated protection for Protection Joyce Murray rejected the However, scientists say even if SARA disappearing habitats, no mandated assessment, saying it doesn't take into is passed, it will be useless because it rPcvPry pIn, nd no mechanism to monitor the status of all wildlife, they are account the previnee setting aside parts doesn't make-habitat piOtetion iuuLdd- of its territory as protected areas under tory. "Its a piece of Novocaine doing "abysmal failures" when it comes to pro- its land-use planning process and gov- nothing to repair the problem," said Uni- tectmg rare species. ernrnent/community projects to restore versity of Alberta ecologist David 'B.C. has never done better than an F, ecosystems in the south Okanagan and Schindler, who last week received the Smallwood said. "They have continued south coast regions. Gerhard Herzberg Canada gold medal to rely on a piecemeal. patchwork Federal Environment Minister David for science and engineering. THE GLOBE AND MA2L ATURDAY, MARCH 2,2002 A13 Co'mment Ottawa'.s. species-protection bill,. one giant leap toward extinction BY STEVE CARPENTER wid DAVID SC*IINDI.EB Wildlife never will conform to the lines on maps. Which is why, when it comes to protecting the sum of all living things on Earth, we must look beyond international boundaries that divide countries such as Canada and the United Statct As early mid-March, the Uberal Party may use its majority in the House of Com- mons to enact a law that by the admission of some of ilsown members fails utterly to do whafs needed to Iwotect a growing list of endangered animals and plants If parsed, the controversial Species at Risk Act will have imp&ations for the future of 387 species at risk in Canada and between two countries that share one of the long- est land and sea borders in the world. Between eight and nine of every 10 spe- cses listed as endangered in Canada now swim, fly or roam between those two countries - everything from a diminish- ing number of eastern bowhead whales, to grizzly bears and woodland caribou, to less common but no less important swift fox and Eskimo curlew. it is a scientific certainty that in the ab- sence of strong laws to protect the habi- tats of these species we will suffer biological losses unlike anything expesi- enced in ha.rnan hiAtoiy,It's a catastrophe that Canadimust dolts p'árt to avert. Anything less is a betrayal of the promise Canada made to the world in Rio de Janeiro 10 years ago when it signed an international agreement, as the Biodiversity Convention, Which aimed to protect all planetary life. Yet betrayal is doseathand. The diversity of species is tied to the di- versity of habitats. Special places give rise to and sustain, special species. When unique habitats are ilteredor 4estroyed, species are lost. The fate of cross-border woodland caribou is one ezample. The last of these animals in the United States roam the mountains of northern Wash- ington and Idaho. They owe their exist-ence to co-operative cross-border efforts to augment the tiny U.S. population with animals transplanted from Canada. They're in jeopardy because old-growth forests on both sides of the border have been so logged and fragmented that the habitat is reduced to the point where predators such as mountain lions more easily hunt their prey. Long-term hope for this internationally important caribou population, rests firmly in protecting - and expanding—forest habitat. Sadly, similar stones apply to a host of other species, which is why 1,300 scien- tists from both sides of the Canada-US, border signed a letter to Prime Minister Jean Chrétien, urging Canada's leader to enshrine mandatory habitat protection in the Species at Risk Act In the last couple of weeks Canadian and U.S. scientists heard what they feared: Even the most basic habitat protection provisions, recommended by members of an all-party House of Commons environ- meht committee, will be excised from the act. The neutering of the bill means that a First World county is about to pass a Third World law, As Karen Kraft Sloan, environment committee vice-chair and Uberal Party member, said on CBC Radio: "It is unbe- lievable that we do not have mandatory critical habitat protection in our legisla- tion, even with regards to federal jurisdic- tion or federal lands. If youdon't protect the habitat of a species, you're not going to protect the species itself Canadian Environment Minister David Anderson can say all he wants about working co-operatively with landowners to save species. But mandatory and legally enforceable habitat protection must be there to ensure that endangered species are adequately protected when landowner will is lacking. Curiously, Ottawa's refusal to do the right thing comes at an awkward nine. Once again, it is embroiled in another dis- pute over alleged subsidization of Cana- dian softwood exports to the United States. Among the allegations that lax Ca- nadian environmental laws constittite a form of subsidy. Such allegations will only increase in the face of a weak Species at BiskAct Canada must show the world that it is a leader in protecting the biological diver- sity that is the common heritage of all North Americans. Stephen Carpenter is past president of the &ological Society of14merica and Halverron Professor ofLimnology and Zoology at the Unis'rsuyofWiscorrsin. David Schindler is Ki.11am Memorial ProfessorofEcologyat the Unii'ersityof Alberta and winner of the 2001 Gethard Herzberg Gold Me4al for Scienc.e and Engineering. The killer whale, above, monarch butterfly, grizzt% bear and northern spotted owl have been sacrificed at the altar of political expediency, says Gwen Barlm at risk. This is an odd statement as legis- corporations will take advantage ôfvol- lation by its very essence is not volun- untarv environmental measures. In 1994 tary. and 1996. KMPG Chartered Accountants At its hearL rislation should be about surveyed 300 Canadian businesses and enacting laws :o protect the public good. municipalities regarding environmental Surely proteciing endangered species is stewardship. To the surprise of few, over in the public good? By all means, the 90 per cent of respondents said that corn- environmental community encourages plying with regulations was the primarily voluntary measures and co-operation to reason for establishing environmental protect endangered species in Canada. management systems. Voluntary meas- but when or if these measures fail it is ures, on the other hand, were ranked by necessary to have effective legislation in CEOs as being among the least impor- place. tant reasons 1 to improve environmental It is commonly understood that some performance. Tmws COLONIST I THURSDA\ FEBRI.AR\ 212002 A 15 Voices Species at RiskAct requires leap of fai h By Gm BMua I am the endangered species co-ordi- nator for the Western Canada Wilderness Committee. Today I will be lighting a candle at Centennial Square along with representaties from Sierra Club. the Raincoast Conservation Society and hun- dreds of concerned citizens to raise aware- ness that the fate of Canada's 387 species at risk is being determined this week by our federal government. The facts are simple. Canada has no endangered species legislation. For 10 years the federal government has prom- ised Canadians stroazz and effective endangered species legis'ation, yet only now is federal endangered species legis- lation being introduced. This week the Species at Risk Act S.ARA) will be debated in Ottawa. The proposed legis- lation is so weak that Canadian David Schindler. one of the wcvids leading ecol- ogists. remarked that the bill will make Canada look like "a Third World coun- ny' David Anderson. our federal minister of the environment, rna: huff and puff, but he can't change the fact that the leg islation is fatall flawed. SARA is a paper tiger. It is a bill that res almost exclu- sively upon discretionar ilanguage, polit- ical will and voluntary measures. Its cred- ibilitN requires an enorTm.'us leap of faith. This is a bill that lets politicians rather than scientists decide which species should receive protection. It is a bill that does not provide for mandatory habitat protection. and it is a bill that applies to just a fraction of the land base in Canada. It is also a bill that is guaranteed to fail. For instance, in British Columbia. a province with no endangered species leg- islation, SARA would apply to just one per cent of the land base. The question that Canadians are asking is: why intro- duce an endangered species bill that won protect endangered species? This question has been thrown into sharp relief last week when Anderson refused to accept several progressive amendments proposed by the committee on environment and sustainable devel- opment, the government committee put in charge of studying the bill. By refusing to accept amendments that were carefully crafted after much con- sultation and áompromise by Liberal. Alliance. Conservative, Bloc and NDP members of Parliament. Anderson has made a mockery of a sanctioned parlia- mentaiy process. Furthermore. Anderson has shown a complete disregard for the 90 per cent - a number almost unheard of in survey results - of Canadians who want effective endangered species legis- lation. In justifying his decision. Anderson. repeatedly makes reference to relying on volUntary measures to protect our species A I light my candle today, federal government rubbersi impoverished Species at Risk reflect on the fact that I live u with the most biodiversity in 1 will reflect on the fact thati ago our provincial governanet wildlife biologists from comn logging plans. and in the wot distraught provincial biologisi companies are now in charge gered species recovery plans" Columbia I will reflect on the fact th species at risk will have to n goodwill of logging and mini rations whose primary intere ciencv" in search of quarterly And. as I light a candle to reflect on the fact that protecti grizzly bear, northern spotted whale and monarch butterfly , ficed at the altar of political e The Wilderness Committ going to stand by and let spe into extinction : it is simply not We will do everything in oi whether it be court cases, ralli education, letter writing or ma paigas to save endangered s Canada. Git'en Barleeis endcagered, co-ordinator of the Wesiern 4iderness Co,nmitree. She is Vancouier. while the traps the LCt, I will province 'o weeks stopped titing on s of one British in B.C. on the corpo - s "effi- I will for the I, killer sacri- is not s slide option power, public cam- cies in in ASSOCIATED PRESS FILES A female northern spotted owl is shown in Jewell, Ore. B.C. scientists say the species continues to lose ground despite government measures aimed at protecting habitat. THE VANCOUVER SUN. THURSDAY, AUGUST i& 2001 A7 PROVINCE & NATION B.C.'s spotted owl headed for extinction, scienti*sts say A new government report obtained by The Vancouver Sun says B.C.'s spotted owl population is headed for extinction unless new mea- sures are taken to safeguard its habitat. The draft report. entided Population Assessment of the Northern Spotted Owl in British Columbia 1992-2000, also says efforts made by the previous NDP government to protect the endangered owl have not worked. The so-called Spotted Owl Management Plan, intro- duced in 1992, established a number of protected zones where logging would be severely limited or banned. Called special resource man- agement zones, they were distributed through the Chill- iwack and Squamish Forest Districts with a view to stabi- hung the owl population in southwestern B.C. But the report, written by Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection biologists Ian Blackburn and Carla Lenihan, Simon Fraser University biol- ogist Alton Harestad, Univer- sity of B.C. zoologist James Smith, and Reed Hentze. a biologist formerly with the B.C. Conservation Founda- tion, says the plan isn't work- ing. Our results suggest that spotted owl numbers have declined sharply by 44 per cent at an average annual rate of -6.85 per cent during the nine-year study," the authors say. "This rate of decline is more than five times faster than the rate predicted by the modeL "Because of this substantial decline, the spotted owl pop- ulation in British Columbia is at a much greater risk of extirpation than anticipated by the Spotted Owi Manage- rnent Plan." They go on to say the pop- ulation is expected to decline further due to continued habitat loss, and the manage- rnent plan "may be inade- quate to stabilize the owl population over the short term." The report was drafted one month alter an interim injunction was granted the Western Canada Wilderness Committee and the Sierra Legal Defence Fund (SLDF) to halt logging of a Fraser Canyon forest considered to be prime habitat fo the owl. Earlier, the provinci.d forest ministry had given permis- sion to Cattermole Timber to clearcut the Siwash Creek area north of Spuzzum. That was despite warnings from biologists within the Min- istry of Water, Land and Air Protection that 1oing wo"td eliminate habitat of the arws only known spotted owl, a female that scientists have been tracking with a radio ccl- lar for more than a year. In granting the injunction, Justice Austin Cullen pointed to evidence that in 2000 there were only 22 confirmed sites with spotted owls in B.C., and that the entire population was unknown. The injunction expires at the end of this month and a decision will made about whether logging in the area will resume. Only Hentze was available for comment Wednesday, and he confirmed that the owl is in peril. "We're not exactly sure exactly what's causing it [the owl's disappearance]," he said. "You can make also sorts of inferences about what it is, but if something doesn't change, from the information we do have, it's in trouble. We never thought that the popu lation would drop this fast" He added that he bsnees that logging is the biggest contributor to its disappear- ance, and that it should no longer be allowed in areas where the owl lives. "They should protect the areas where the owls are and just leave them, but econom- ics say we can't do this." Forest ministry spokesper- son Kerry Readshaw said she had not seen the report so could not comment on it directly. However, she said the ministry was "committed to working with resource agencies to implement a spot- ted-owl management plan, and part of that would be evaluating the effectiveness of government policy." The spotted owl also lives in Washington State and Ore- gon, but as a result of the U.S. Endangered Species Act, large portions of its habitat have been set aside for its protectiot. Neither Canada nor B.C. .ngered-species leg- New government report cites decline in numbers By NICHOLAS READ THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT. JAN. 31-FEB. 7, 2002 . 21 Few Murrelets Still Share Shrinking Habi t H istory of a kind was made on August 7, 1903, high in the Ca rell Range on the Sechelt Peninsula, 70 kilo- metres northwest of Vancouver. At about 7 a.m., after more than two hours-and several years—of patient watching and listening, four dedicated naturalists located the first active marbled murrelet nest in A N D R E W SCOTT Canada. Volker Bahn, John Field, Jordan Field, and l'aul Harris Jones proved that the secretive sea birds were indeed nesting oii the broad limbs of ancient yellow cedar5.lhc'ir discovery set in tw:tfti1 it chair: of events that still reverberates today. With the publication of The Mar. bled Murrelets of the Cure,: Rance and Middkpt.'i:if 81.,'lit (Western Canada Wilderness Committee, 134.95), Jones has recorded this history for posterity. His book is a fine descrip- tion of the work of a naturalist, rich in detail and highly attuned to the subtle changes of the physical world. It is a story of early mornings and innumerable hours of careful Ol)SerVa I k )n a 11(1 tlote-bi king. The text Is enhanced with ira ire than 20 pages of the author's drawings. Jones and his cohorts were usual- ly in place before 4:30 a.m., often in wet, cold weather, waiting for the murrelets' telltale wing beats and "keer" calls. As the light grew, they could sometimes see the pigeon- sized brown-and-white birds carry- ing small fish from the distant ocean into the forest at an elevation of about 1,0(3) metres. Ninety per- cent of the Caren forests (the oldest in Canada, with 2,000-year-old yel- low cedars and 1,300-year-old mountain and western hemlocks) had been cut by 1991, when Jones helped found the Friends of Caren in an effort to stop the logging. Proof that murrelets-.-a threatened species whose numbers were in decline—nested there would strengthen the group's cause. Most scientists accepted that the murrelets raised their downy off- spring In ancient groves, the single light-brown chick blending in with the surrounding moss, lichen, and hark to elude predators. In Canada, however, these breeding habits had not been proven. Forestry managers were dismissive of the probable link between the birds and the venerable trees. DespIte the fact that most of B.C's ancient forests, especially in the populated southwest, had already been turned into two-by- fours—and that habItat for old- growth-reliant animal species was now very scarce—they were anxious to continue clearcutting the Caren. After finding the nest, Jones and his colleagues documented it with photos and video but refused to reveal Its location, for fear that unsympathetic Ministry of Forests officials might Issue logging per. mits in the area. They observed the chick until it fledged, adding much scIentific data about this species to the record. The follow- ing year, the nest was occupied again, and another chick raised. A second nest was found In 1997. Public concern about the fate of the murrelets played an Important role in caving part of the Caren as Spipiyus Provincial Park in 1999. (Spiplyus is the word for "marbled murrelet" In the language of the Sechelt First Nation.) Elsewhere in the Sunshine Coast Forest District, though, muirelet habitat was disappearing fast. B.C.'s Forest Practices Code requires that all forest-development plans man- age and conserve the needs of species at risk. Code policy recom- mends that 10 to 12 percent of original marbled murrelet nesting habitat be preserved. But specialists at the Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection noted that by 1995, only 8,6 percent remained. They identified 175 prospective Wildlife Habitat Areas to protect the mur- relets. Today, exactly four have been approved. Even worse, almost half the remaining WHAs are now affected by logging, or WI nesting habitat Is down cent of its original extent. Soon the murrelets w nowhere to breed. Local environmentalists In August 2001, thE Suns Conservation Association Forest Practices Board to International Forest Pr ging approval in north J on the grounds that it account for the murrelet' ments. The board's admi review panel agreed and the approval In Decembei ing that the public has th expect that, where rele habitat needs of threaten must be explicitly out forest-development plans, Is appealing the decision. Another challenge to habitat destruction unf September 2001. The SCCI Western Canada Wildern mittee jointly petitioned Supreme Court for a judidi of a large timber sale oni side of Jervis Inlet, where the regIon's best high-el murrelet nesting habitat re and where two importaEs have been proposed. The took place in January; the decision, with its thorny tions for forest manager B.C., is yet to come. Meanwhile, the Gordon bell regime has announced future, the Identification a will be industry led", recovery strategies for ip risk. Government blologi still have jobs will no 1 able to comment on fores opment plans. And small s will find it Increasingly dif make history—or even surv '--)n— jirIiur- _______-. ............ : "S- ,--- _s.4 The outlook for murrelet habitat remains uncertain. A timber sale on Jervis InLet, where some of their best high-elevation nesting areas can be found, is under judicial review with a decision pending. David Clark photo. be, and 6.8 per. have ott*1sy re Coax sked the N-an rcts 1og bIflIeL requim right to tnt, the I-ned in Interfor ided in and the a Com. he La.. 2 B.C.'s grizzly hunt studies inadequate, report says THE VANCOUVER SU By NICHOLAS READ A report on B.C. grizzly hunt- ing, commissioned by the pro- hunting group Safari Club Inter- national, says the provincial gov- ernment has neither adequate funds nor sufficient staff to do a proper analysis of grizzly popu- lations in the province. 'They [the government] do not have the financial resources to set aside areas for conservation. or even to conduct the research required to manage the ongoing activities," says the report's author, Nunavut polar bear sci-entist Mitchell Taylor. "So most of the responses to environmen-tal concerns have been superfi- cial rather than substantive." Taylor sums up the situation by saying: "Elimination of grizzly bear hunting will not save the grizzly bear, it will only slow its decline." SCI is an advocacy group for 45 million hunters worldwide. Based in Tucson, Ariz., it includes among its members Gulf War commander General Norman Schwarzkopf, former U.S. president George Bush and celebrated former American test pilot Chuck Yeager. Taylor said in an interview that AP FILES Former U.S. President George Bush Sr.Is a member of the group that paid for the study. SCI cotmuissioned the report "because they were interested in having an unbiased opinion on what grizzly bear management in B.C. is based on. They were aware there was controversy around the hunt." And while the report stops See B.C. GRIZZLY A17 B.C. grizzly data under fire, From Al short of recommending an end to grizzly hunting, Taylor, a "big time" hunter himselL said: "it's dir- ficult to defend hunting practices given some of the deficient infor- mation. This is a warning to hunt- ing communities that it's diflicult to defend what they do." Bruce Mincher, a spokesman for Safari Club's conservation corn- snittee said he was surprised by Mitchell's findings. "In my mind, for a long dine, British Columbia 5r55.a place that had really good grizzly bear sci-ence," Mincher said in an inter-view Thesday. "Mitch is suggest-ing that its not. Other people are saying the same thing. "I think we have to acknowledge that what Mitch has come up with is an accurate assessment. In a nutshell, grizzly-bear research has been under-funded and is an expensive thing to do." However, Mincher said the Safari Club does not make recom- mendations about whether mem- bers should hunt grizzlies. It aim- piy provides them with inforina- tion. "As long as it's a legally sanc-tioned hunt, I wouldn't tell [a member] not to do it," Mincher said. "He should use his own judg- ment" A spokesman for the B.C. miii- atry of water, land and air protec-don said the ministry was aware of th report, but had not had time to review it properly, and there- fbre would prefer not to comment • on it. The report, entitled Social, Bio- logical, Econontic and Political Fac- torsAffecting Grizzly Bear Hunting in British Columbia, said popula- tion estimates of grizzlies done by the province are-questionable and it might take as long as 10 years to do conclusive research. Taylor says the effort should be both a provincial and federal one, with industry, local residents, abo-riginal groups and hunters. "A rea- sonable cost per year would be $1.5 million to $2 million per yean with an additional start-up cost of $1 million to $2 million in the first year," his report says. Victoria says there are 13,000 grizzlies in the province, while independent scientists and con-servation groups argue there could be as few as 4,000. A moratorium on grizzly hunt- ing introduced by the NDP gov- ernment last February was lifted by the Liberals last July. Grizzly hunting took place from Septem- ber to November, and is due to recommence in April. About 100 bears were killed in the autumn hunt. The SCI report questions the methodology used by provincial scientists to.estimate grizzly pop- ulations, and says: "Researchers in both the B.C. Forest Service and Wildlife Branch are aware of these shortcomings, but are not able to address them because of funding, difficulties with current method-ology, and institutional barriers to conducting research on a scale that would allow identification and unv,entory of demographic units. "There is also a perception that conservation of grizzly bears is not and never iv'di be a high prior- ity of government because of con-flicts with economic development and recreation (including hunt- ing) interests." The report's release follows a recommendation by the European Scientific Committee to ban the importation of B.C. grizzly parts into the EU. "We felt that there are uncer-tainties surrounding the sustain- ability of the hum." yin Fleming, head of the United Kingdom sci- entific authority for the Conven- tion on Trade in Endangered Species said in December. "And until that uncertainty is resolvecL EU countries won't be okaying - any import permits." Ottawa has until the end of this motith to challenge the ban or let it stançL A spokessman for Envi- ronment Minister David Afider- son's office said he is aware of the issue but is awaiting information from the Canadian Wildlife Ser- vice and EU rc'vennment minis-ters before resoonding. Conservation groups say the SCI report provides more evi- dence of the unsustainabiity of the hunt and lustifies an export ban. "What this [report] highlights is how important it is now for David Anderson to step in and ban the export of grizzly bear trophies from B.C. and to put a halt to any effort the CWS is possibly consid-ering to get the EU ban over-turned," said Chris Genovali, director of the launcoast Society. MAINLAND & B. B.C. tyovernment to defend Biologist to figh proposed EU bai on grizzly bear parts, trophies By NICHOLAS READ The B.C. government is send- ing its large mammal scientist to Brussels next month to defend the province's grizzly bear hunt against claims by European Union scientists that it is unsus- tainable. This is despite polls showing 76 per cent of British Columbians oppose the hunt and favour a provincewide moratorium on hunting grizzlies. Matt Austin will appear before a meeting of the EU Scientific Committee April 2 in an anempt to ovemirn a recommendation by those scientists to ban the import of B.C. grizzly bear parts into 15 EU countries. About 40 of the 100 or so bears killed each year by foreign hunters are killed by Furuptans. Those hunters take home bear parts as trophies. Austin will be attending on behalf of both the B.C. ministry of water, land and air protection and the Canadian Wildlife Service, which published a report on B.C. Fizzly management last year that ened it to "a house of cards ready to collapse." Since then, the CWS has decid- ed to reject the findings of the scientists who did the report, and support the B.C. government instead. CWS director-general Fiavid Bracket said he is now sat istled that the province has dune a more 'thorough and systematic analy- sis of its population data than it had done a year ago, which is why the CWS is now in a position to support the hunt. However, he will not release those data, sayint it was not the CWS's responsibility to do so. Austin said Tuesday he will make a presentation to EU scien- tists in Brussels and be available to answer questions froin ilicin about the hunt. And while he would not predict the outcome of the meeting, he said: i'm confident that the sci- entific foundation we have for grizzly bear management in B.C. is very struutg. and I hope to mitake that clear to the scientific com- mittee. After that, it's up to them." Hunt opponents say it's outra- geous that the government would spend iat.I)'ers ilitincy- - Austin says it will lx' about $1,500 - to defend a hunt that British Columbians don't support. 'They're obviously pandering to a small minority of grizzly bear trophy hunters," said Chris Gen- ov.il of I Ia' Ri jntii;ist ( itmjstrv: turn Society. "And I think if really brings into question the priorities of this government that they would feel compelled to send Mitt Aii,tin over theiv ciiurlisv of the IU . taxp;l\ er to advocate something that is so unpopular among the B.C. public and even Liberal voters." A COMPAS poll conducted in May 2001 showed 77 per cent of I iht'ra I voters supported t hi' three year moran rinmn on triiily hunting imposed last February by the NDP government. While the government reckons t litre may he as mitany as 1.1.11th) grii.ilies left in the province, con- servationists and independent scientists say it could be 4,000. If they're right, the grizzly pop- ulation could not sustain any lititi ing aid survive. Wayne MeCrory. one of the sei cntists hired by the CWS to eal- uate B.C's management of gri.z- zlies, said he believes the export it griiily parts "is a sigtu factor in the decline of tb population and the shri range of grizzly bears in I Columbia." He attributes the CWS de to politics, not science. tin rofessinal, and it leads lie live Ithc CWSJ are ni independent body we were believe they are. It's a polit motivated decision." CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6025 - 2002. A By-law to amend the Official Community Plan WHEREAS the Local Government Act empowers a local government to adopt or amend an Official Community Plan; AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "A' to the Official Community Plan; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This By-law may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 6025 - 2002." Schedule "A" is hereby amended by amending as follows: Part I, Background, Sec. 1.5. General Information, 1.5.1 Discussion of Land Use Designations, Development Permits to include at the end of that section the following: "(e) establishment of objectives and the provision of guidelines for the form and character of intensive residential development". Part I, Background, under General Information, Section 1.5.4 Glossary of Terms to include after the definition of "Infill Population" the following definition; Intensive Residential: The term "intensive residential" refers to residential development that employs a detached housing form at densities greater than 30 units per net hectare. This form anticipates both fee-simple and bare-land strata forms of tenure. Part II, Policies, Sec 2.2 Housing, 2. Compact Housing to include the following tence atThe end Mihe firpaagiaph: .. -. "This includes a bare land strata form of development". oI d) Part H, Policies, under the heading "Settlement Patterns", delete 28. Policy in its entirety and replace it with: 28. Policy: Bare Land Strata title development will be considered for all residential densities where: Alternative development forms will provide the flexibility required to protect significant natural amenities. This will typically occur with residential densities at or lower than 15 units per net hectare, accommodated by the RG, RG-2 and RG-3 Zones. The form of development is detached housing within the RM- 1 (Townhouse Residential) zone, as a means of providing choice in tenure. e) Part IV, Implementation, Strategies Section 4. l"General Implementation Tools" subsection 1. "Regulatory Bylaws" delete item d) Development Permit Areas in its entirety and replace it with: "(d) Development Permit Areas Implements objectives and guidelines designed for treatment of special areas or circumstances such as multi-family housing, intensive residential development, commercial areas and environmentally sensitive areas. Provides a measure of flexibility to vary other regulatory bylaws. f) Part V Development Permit Areas is hereby amended by adding the following in correct numerical order: DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AREA XLI A Designation: The Development Permit Area is hereby established to address intensive residential development for densities ranging from 30-60 units per net hectare with fee simple or bare land strata lots. B. Location: The boundaries of the Development Permit Area are shown on Schedule "H". C. Justification: The Development Permit Area is established to address strategies outlined in the Official Community Plan. Specifically, the Development Permit Area addresses policy relating to objectives for Neighbourhood Character and Design as described in the Official Community Plan. With increasing density comes greater need to emphasize high standards in aesthetics and quality of the built environment while protecting important qualities of the natural environment. The desired outcome is an environment that is safe, attractive, "people-friendly" and environmentally responsive. D. Objectives: To ensure that "Intensive Residential" development relates to an overall neighbourhood structure that contributes to objectives for achieving "complete community" status. To ensure that the design of new residential development contribute to neighbourhood connectivity and strategies for transportation choice. To ensure that new residential development reinforce existing neighbourhood patterns with respect to community or neighbourhood commercial centres. To ensure that new residential development contributes to neighbourhood character and identity through the design of its buildings, landscape, and intervening spaces. To encourage design that accommodates a high level of community/neighbourhood interaction as a means of achieving greater participation in neighbourhood evolution. The associated densities are managed through design to promote neighborliness. E. Guidelines: 1)Access, Circulation and Parking a) Public Roads Road systems should provide efficient circulation for service vehicles and encourage vehiclestornaintain appropriate speedthrough physical -design. The pedestrian realm should be clearly defined and acknowledged through enhanced physical design particularly at intersections where the potential for conflicts exist. Parking is accommodated on streets and to the rear of residences accessed by a lane, where possible. Where parking garages are oriented towards the street, the garage width should not exceed 50% of the total building width. b) Private Roads Roadways should provide efficient circulation, encourage appropriate speed through physical design and accommodate pedestrian use through the use of alternative paving materials, such as patterned concrete or paving stones, or with grade changes Pedestrian traffic should be provided for all areas of a site and should be designed to be accessible to disabled persons. Careful consideration should be given to the proximity of pathways to private space, ensuring sufficient separation to avoid conflicts. Parking is accommodated within garages/carports and driveways or discrete parking areas. Parking garages should not exceed 50% of the building width nor project forward. Parking areas should accommodate alternative uses such a play areas. This is best achieved with the use of alternative materials to those used on roadways. As much as possible visitor parking or common parking areas should be several small sites rather than a few larger sites. 2) Building Form and Character Buildings should front abutting streets. Main entrances should face and access the street and be clearly visible. Entrances should reinforce proximity to grade level and should avoid two-storey features. The use of porches or verandahs to define entries and create exterior living space is encouraged. While varying the design of individual homes is encouraged, a common architectural vocabulary should be used as a means of reinforcing neighbourhood density. Unity, symmetry and proportion should be the guiding principles of any architectural vernacular. The existing neighbourhood can provide a reference for new development. Building setbacks from roadways will generally be less than is typical of lower density residential development. As much as possible, entries and main living spaces should be elevated by approximately 1 meter from the fronting Street grade to ensure privacy can be maintained. The presence of garage doors along roadways should be minimized in order to enhance the pedestrian experience. To this end, a number of measures are identified: i) The visual impact of garage doors should be reduced by emphasizing pedestrian entries. The garage door should encompass no more than 50% of the building width as seen from the fronting road. Where severe grade limitation allow the garage to be located within the basement level, this maximum width limitation need not apply. The garage door should be recessed a minimum of 0.6 meters behind the main building façade. Garage entries should be considered as part of the overall design program. Glazing should be considered a method of reducing the severity of a large blank surface. 3) Landscaping, Fencing, Open Space a) Recreation Space recreation space should be provided within 2 to 5 minutes walking distance of a residence. This is equivalent to desirable maximum distance of 200 meters to an absolute maximum of 400 meters. design of these areas should reflect the anticipated needs of the residential population. recreation areas should be easily observed by nearby residences. these areas should be sited so as to not conflict with the enjoyment of private outdoor space. recreation space should have sun exposure year round. b) Existing Natural Features existing trees should be retained where possible measures must be taken to protect trees identified for retention siting adjacent to treed slopes, ravines and watercourses will need to respect natural vegetation and may require additional setbacks beyond the - requirements of the Zoning-Bylaw. Reference must bemadeto -The Watercourse Protection Policies of the Official Community Plan and the Tree Protection Bylaw. c) Landscaping street trees will be required as a component of all new development. simplicity in landscape materials is desirable and should be encouraged for screening purposes. iii) landscaping should provide definition for pedestrian corridors, delineate private or semi-private space from public space and provide adequate screening for private outdoor space. The scale and location of planting material should be consistent with the scale massing of adjacent buildings and seek to complement them. d) Fencing front yard fences are encouraged as a means of defining public and private space. Notwithstanding the requirements of the Zoning Bylaw, fences in front yards should be reduced somewhat in height from the maximum permitted. fencing that is adjacent to a Street should be somewhat transparent, such as a picket type, rather than solid board. any fencing should be provided in combination with landscaping on the street side. e) Lighting i) street lighting is required on public streets and should be provided for all private streets within a development. ii)lighting is to be pedestrian focused and as such should be located at a maximum height of 4 meters and at lesser intervals than standard davit streetlights. iii) care should be taken to ensure that lighting does not pose a nuisance to adjacent residences, pedestrians or motorists by way of glare. 4. Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Designation By-law No. 5434-1996 as amended is hereby amended accordingly. READ A FIRST TIME the 26th day of March, A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of READ A SECOND TIME the day of READ A THIRD TIME the day of RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. day of ,A.D. MAYOR CLERK CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO.6024-2002 A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No.6024-2002." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: Lot 4, District Lot 241, Group 1, New Westminster District, Plan 22101 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1271 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby rezoned to RS-lb (One Family Urban (Medium Density)Residential). Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. READ a first time the day of A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING held the day of A.D. 2002. READ a second time the day of A.D. 2002. READ a third time the day of , A.D. 2002. APPROVED by the Minister of Transportation and Highways this day of 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of 2002. A.D. Im CLERK 7 O 1. I '--j 12,,/ P7%64d] i I a A LiP725 / \20324 9I8 i 123 B AVE. r1 I 2' 3\ \a I 30 j PV8325 \ 43216 LMP 555 P 3 662 i ,tt) I c•'1 IRem 45 Rem 42 43 CD 12J22 I LO LMS Cli It, 9i0...i I.MP13S06J LAO 7O . . . -. 9 12411 I 7I 8& 9I 6 - 2r°91:j 1 °F ; LMPJ12291a- 1240/j I N21 I 10 1 -" C14 I a. , j 12J95, 2O L_ 'fr31,J12 13 0- J 123 B AVE. 20491 20492 14 0.536 ho - 10Z 15 I ILLI a. P 4861 = * 26442 U, P7)17 r Rem A Rem 2 1 2 12298 6 a- "JLAO 71Q IL4P 731 - I 1 '4 27 IR I' 1 1jH 26 3711 36 112374 I 31 I I 12J59j 12366 32 4 1 12358 10 /235 38 RN 23 B AVE. 12350r a- 1234 39a- 34 f2JJ 2 41-. 35 P 716 \ 231.22 .21 .201.19 I23AVE. —. _______ ________ IMP 840 LMP U7 8 g I 251 Co 159,22ggt . 24 1261271 0 1 I i 2 i 3 4 1 2 3 Jg LO 6 I I I UJP 127 44 MP MP 14d I a- ." I I A 'B I LMF15b3l 12272 10 '' I 23 121 120 I 5 6 7 ,.,,8 4— 5 12272 I 2101 2 24Z 678p p 12 ___ 1225 122664 :~4- ________________________ 122 B AVE. 12250 11 12251 I.,. 12 /2246 L 93 9 8 7 6 5 4 9 10 11 2cJI LP 1242 5 14 1 LMP 1593 14 I 3 108 16 1 P IMP 27 44 1 426 LMp 3108 P 1852 10 211 12 13 14 .42.43 ,.14 15 es C D E F C H I 122 AVE. 23 IMP 12.2 I I i N I MIL 1I 2 K J P 22101 P l 1852 lIMpJ 1 O89 I LMPI I I I I I I Remi 27299 IMP 578 I i I I I t l i I - 121 8 AVE. I I 0.524 ho. MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING Bylaw No. 6024-2002 Map No. 1271 From: RS-1(0ne Family Urban Residential) To: RS--1 b(One Family Urban(medium density)Residential) MAPLE RIDGE v Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1 1:2500 k 9 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6013 - 2002. A By-law to amend the Official Community Plan WHEREAS the Local Government Act empowers a local government to adopt or amend an Official Community Plan; AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "A" & "H" to the Official Community Plan; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This By-law may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 6013 - 2002." Schedule "A" is hereby amended by deleting the following from Subsection (B) of Development Permit Area VII in the appendix: Lot 21, Except: Part dedicated road plan 82529; District Lot 249, Group 1, New Westminster District Plan 28112 Schedule "A" is hereby amended by adding the following in correct numerical order to Subsection (B) of Development Permit Area XLI in the Appendix: Lot 21, Except: Part dedicated road plan 82529; District Lot 249, Group 1, New Westminster District Plan 28112. That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: Lot 21, Except: Part dedicated road plan 82529; District Lot 249, Group 1, New Westminster District Plan 28112. and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 615, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby removed from Development Permit Area VII (7) and designated as Development Permit Area XLI (1) on Schedule "H". Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Designation By-law No. 5434-1996 as amended is hereby amended accordingly. QU READ A FIRST TIME the day of PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of READ A SECOND TIME the day of READ A THIRD TIME the day of RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. ,A.D. MAYOR CLERK I. NW 3299d[ Rem 21 2 1 P 28112 P 859601 P. 2.441 ha. 1 •551 hatf . Cj f~~p 86 ka-- 2 P 1 698 145 P 41783 7_ c . II a.. N - i 354 25 _____ 4178 P 41 831152k' 'r LI/)F 11518 1/51. 8 1/501 ¼ P 3470 P 716750 /152 2112 -.1 ______ 5 11508 C /151, P3 5 13 P 2J57 41 I2 356 79 80o Cr 40 27 2 1147 /149, 11498 11 21 36 1491 11494 4 141 '. . 1 8091 1 I 40 ,i48 LL-7" 7" c..J -1146, 142 P 2 978 091I 526 0.529 ha. P 85960 378 13 38 1 3839 24 P 9441 PJt2 -j ii 143 P 4 1446 144 - I. to II LJ MAPLE RIDGE OFFI-CLAL C.QM.M.U.N.ITY PLAN AMENDING Bylaw No. 6013-2002 Map No. 615 PURPOSE: TO DESICNATE AS DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AREA XLI(1) AND TO REMOVE FROM DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AREA VII(7) Monk* ~M~R A MAPLE RIDGE Iicorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 ki CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6008 - 2002 A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 6008 - 2002." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: Lot 21 Except: Part dedicated road plan 82529; District Lot 249, Group 1, New Westminster District Plan 28112 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No.1263 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby rezoned to RM-1 (Townhouse Residential) Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. READ a first time the day of A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING held the day of A.D. 2002. READ a second time the day of A.D. 2002. READ a third time the day of , A.D. 2002. APPROVED by the Minister of Transportation and Highways this day of , A.D. 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 2002. MAYOR CLERK $03. L75 1 354 1/52. P 2 112 311 C14 Ff518 P I p 7/5/S 1f51 130 P 7375978 11501 41 T61. ___ I n _—-498 80 133 N 79 NN 356 36 40 27 . 2 - 1149 1/498 ___ __ EDGED 1149 1 11494 11494 21 P 87 11 1147 —; 8091 11484 0.529 ho. c.,J 142 P 2 978 39 11146, 2526 P 85960 378 13 13 138 f14tl4B1 38 .Tj_i2t P 9441 P 4 783 %k ______ 143 144 ------c /16 ii ii 2 P1698 'I! Rem 21 145 NW 329911( 2 P 28112 P 41783 1 60 P 859601 Icc Icc 2.441 ho. 1.551 ho. I Icc I . I (0 I (0 lc.l MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING Bylaw No. 6008-2002 Map No. 1263 From: P-6(Civic Institutional) To: RM-1 (Townhouse Residential) MAPLE RIDGE v Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6032-2002. A By-law to amend the Official Community Plan WHEREAS Section 882 of the Municipal Act provides that the Council may revise the Official Community Plan; AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "B" to the Official Community Plan; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This By-law may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amendment By-law No. 6032-2002." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: Lot 14, Except part now road on Plan NWP 88032, Section 21, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 57747 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 623, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby redesignated to: Institutional Maple Ridge Official Community Plan By-law No. 5434-1996 as amended is hereby amended accordingly. READ A FIRST TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of , A.D. 2002. READ A SECOND TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. READ A THIRD TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 2002. MAYOR CLERK 10'.I LMP 30402 P 2512 Rem N 1/2 6 0.595 ho. 12087/12/ - 3 120 o 2 /20 0. P 57747 14 0.946 ha. 6 0.406 ha. 72112 *PP097 5 0.406 ho. /2084 4 0.406 ho. 12074 3 0.406 ha. 12040 20 00 0.607 ha. CD to c'1 - - - P 82308 Rem 1 Rem PcI. A 2.29 he N 0. 2 4.047 ho. N U- RW 30273 a Rem 21 - I P 88032~) I Lw 401 86310 C) RP 85321 86310 DEWDNEY TRUNK RD. RP84994 II' JiP3T° Rem I N u, . . .3— ' II° 1II Rem N i/ ' ofB I Ni/2 I • Rem .. Ii p78g3 2 A .417 h .526 he AVE. I23998c0 c'4 ___________ I PcI l 3 Rem A P 167 — 1676 Yà9i 0- 37 P 67082 3 4 LMP 806 ci L 4 S 1/2 [7/969 1.502 he to Rem IF of B N W 1/2 6 5'o P 7893 2.023 LMP 1642 2 1/95 7 _____ _____ E E LM' 11144 I LMF' 141 8 1213k1 23 of 1 S 1/2 l-J . 'LMP 1145 _______________ _________ MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING Bylaw No. 6032-2002 Map No. 623 From: School To: Institutional MAPLE RIDGE K Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6031-2002 A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No, 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 603 1-2002. That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: Lot 14, Except part now road on Plan NWP 88032, Section 21, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 57747 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1274 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby rezoned to P-4a (Church Institutional & Educational) Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. READ a first time the 26th day of March, A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING held the day of READ a second time the day of READ a third time the day of RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the 2002. MAYOR A.D. 2002. ,A.D.2002. - A.D. 2002. dayof A.D. CLERK IWI. 2 P 2512 6 0.406 ha. Rem N 1/2 6 I t) /2112 iL *Q97 0.595 ha. 12087/12115 5 P 82308 0.406 ha. 4.04 2 3 0 120 7 ho. Rem I o 4 120Z N 0.406 ha. - 12074 0 In Rem PcI. A 1 12067 2.29ho I 3 0.406 ho. 12040 LMP 30402 F517747 20 0.607 ho. ID U, RW30273 0.. Rem 21 I I - P 88032.>J I I P 30401 RW 86310 RP 85321 86310 DEWDNE.Y TRUNK RD. _________ _________________ RP84994 ° I N I Rem N 1/ r Rem % Ln 2 B of ! Ni/2 I Rem p793 I A 2 1 A .417 h gaV3 .526 ha A I23998 In __________ _________ PcI 1w RemA LMP 806 P 167 P 2399 1676 S 1/2 P67082 1.502 ha I Rem - of B 51- Cli W1/2 --. o 6\551J, 2.023 a- 6 - 2 P 7893 LMP1642. E 7 E Cr LM 1d41 4 LMI 1144 8 12 h3 kLl I 2 l 3 _______ k_i of 1 S 1/2 •LMP1145 __________ _ MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING Bylaw No. 6031-2002 Map No. 1274 From: P-1(Park and School) To: P-4a(Church Institutional & Educational) MAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE 11 BY-LAW NO. 6026-2002 A By-law for the exchange of park land within the Municipality WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 305.2 of the Local Government Act and amendments thereto, Council may by bylaw dispose of any portion of a park land in exchange for such lands as may be necessary for the improving of a park. NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Park Exchange By-law No.6026-2002.' Attached hereto and forming part of this Bylaw is a copy of Reference Plan the dated February 5, 2002 and prepared by a B.C. Land Surveyor and marked as Schedule "A". The Municipal Council is hereby authorized to exchange the following lands: Parcel "B"(Bylaw Plan LMP ) dedicated park - (comprising of 57.3m2); and Parcel "D"(Bylaw Plan LMP ) dedicated park - (comprising of 22.7m 2); (parkland to be transferred) for: Parcel "A"(Bylaw Plan LMP ) of Lot 30, Section 10, Township 12, Plan LMP43228, New Westminster District - (comprising of 221 .8m 2); and Parcel "C"(Bylaw Plan LMP _) of Lot 30, Section 10, Township 12, Plan LMP43228, New Westminster District - (comprising of 98.8m 2); and Parcel "E"(Bylaw Plan LMP ) of Lot 30, Section 10, Township 12, Plan LMP43228, New Westminster District - (comprising of 10. 1m); (proposed Park) 4 The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute any and all deeds of land and plans necessary to effect the aforesaid transfer and exchange of lands. 5 That portion of park land comprising of 80.0m 2 and identified as Parcel "B" and Parcel "D" on the aforementioned described Reference Plan is hereby closed as park land. loy That portion of Lot 30, Section 10, Township 12, Plan LMP43228, New Westminster District (comprising of 325.7m2) and identified as Parcels "A", "C" and "E" on the aforementioned described Reference Plan to be conveyed by the registered owner to the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge shall be vested in the name of the Crown and is hereby set apart and established as Park Land. That Council shall, before adopting this bylaw, cause Public Notice of its intention to do so to be given by advertisement once each week for two consecutive weeks in a newspaper published or circulating in the District of Maple Ridge. READ a first time the day of , A.D. 2002. READ a second time the day of ,A.D. 2002. READ a third time the day of , A.D. 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 2002. MAYOR CLERK SCHEDULE "A to Maple Ridge Park Exchange By-law No. 6026-2002 REFERENCE PLAN TO ACCOMPANY THE CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE PARK EXCHANGE BYLAW No. ______ OF PORTIONS OF LOT 30 PLAN LMP44105 AND PARK DEDICATED ON PLAN LMP43228 ALL OF SECTION 10 TOWNSHIP 12 NEW WESTINSTER DISTRICT The Corporation Of the District Of Maple RIdge B.0 6.6. 926.028 acM9450013 110th AVENUE • .!. 99 31 10' 77 70 34.58 7! 41 destrOyed PARK 30 PLAN LMP Deposited in the land Title Office at New Westminster. B.C.. this day at 200. Registrar The Cnrpniat on Of the District Of Meal, fl,e Mayor rj oe•O LfUF'4 IV IUnl'I r,1r I :.. - C as '30 Witnessed as to the Mayor and Clert, 196* . a3.8 mianiture. iiii. day of E 54' 71 fl• 70 AREA •10li A CsimsiOner br teAmS •flidaoita In end for 44 •p2 IMA Prosince of Orilith Coluetila 40. a96a 10.94 as• TI. • PARK PLAN 14'43228 SCALE I. 55 i -.T 3j I se trem Alt distances are in metro onfin otherwise shame Bearings are grid and are derleed from 0CM 81119995 and SCM 84119998. LEGEND Control Menufrnt ...................... lead Plug Placed a Standard Iron PoSt Found .... .. ..... . Standard Iron Post Placed............ This plan shoal ground level measured d,stancCs. Prior to co96utatton of U.T.M. coordinates. multiply by cpined factor Of 0 9996131 MAO 83 (integrated Surely Area IN AREA • Park to be created Area Parcel A 221.8 a 1 Parcel C 93.8 9 PgrcMj E 10.1 9 Park to be Closed Area Parcel 8 57.3 0 Parcel 0 22.7 5 I, 0 Grennino. A Rritish Colunkla land Surneyrir of Maple Sidge. in British ColuWia, certify they I was ardent at and personally !operihtended the survey represented by this plan and mat the survey And plan are correct This surney ass Co96tefed on the Sih day of Februara, 2002 P G.Feiining. C I S . a c 1 5 This Sian lies mithia the Greater Vancouver Regional District. CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor A. Hogarth DATE: April 09, 2002 and Members of Council FILE NO: RZ/063/00 FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: COUNCIL SUBJECT: Final Reading: Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 5981-2001 Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 6006 - 2001 Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6005-200 1 Heritage Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 6022 - 2002 (28348 96 Avenue) PURPOSE: Bylaws 598 1-2001, 6005-2001 and 6006 - 2001 have been considered by Council and at Public Hearing and subsequently granted 2fl" and 3id reading on March 26, 2002. Heritage Tax Exemption Bylaw 6022 - 2002 has also been considered by Council and was granted 2id and 3id reading on March 26, 2002. The applicant has requested that final reading be granted. The purpose of the rezoning is to permit the conversion of the Ruskin Elementary School into a single-family residence. RECOMMENDATION: That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 5981-2001, Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 6006 - 2001, Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6005-2001 and Heritage Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 6022 - 2002 be reconsidered and adopted. BACKGROUND: Location: 28348 96 Avenue History: Council considered the Zone Amending and Heritage Designation Bylaws at a Public Hearing held on March 19, 2002. On March 26, 2002 Council granted 2' and 3 d reading to Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6005-200 1, Maple Ridge Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 6006 - 2002 and Maple Ridge Heritage Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 6022 - 2002. Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 5981-2001.hadpreviouslybeen considered at a Public Hearing and given 2nd and 3rd reading on December 11, 2001, with the stipulation that the following conditions be addressed: Approval from the Ministry of Transportation; Approval was received on April 9, 2002. Heritage Designation of the property; • Maple Ridge Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 6006— 2001 forms part of this final approval package and will be considered in advance of Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6005 - 2001. Amendment to Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan; and • The amendment to Schedule B of the Official Community Plan is part of the Amending Bylaw No. 5981 - 2001. 4) Approval from the Simon Fraser Health Region for septic disposal. The septic disposal system was certified through an Engineer's report and received on February 26, 2001. SUMMARY: The proposed rezoning and heritage designation will help to ensure that this important local landmark is recognised. The conversion to a single-family residence will have less of an impact on the surrounding neighbourhood than the previous school use. As the applicant has met Council's conditions, it is recommended that final reading be given to the bylaws. P ed by: Jim Charlebois, Planner Ap oved b . Jaje Pickering, M.C.I.P Director of Plann Concurrenc,e: Frank Quinn, P. Eng., PMP Acting Chief Administrative Officer JC/jvt -2- I CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 5981 - 2001. A By-law to amend the Official Community Plan WHEREAS the Local Government Act empowers a local government to adopt or amend an Official Community Plan; AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "B" to the Official Community Plan; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This By-law may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 5981 - 2001." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: Lot 11, District Lot 439, Group 1, New Westminster District, Plan 54720 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 606, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby redesignated to: Rural Residential Maple Ridge Official Community Plan By-law No. 5434-1996 as amended is hereby amended accordingly. READ A FIRST TIME the day of , A.D. 2001. PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of A.D. 2001. READ A SECOND TIME the day of A.D. 2001. READ A THIRD TIME the day of A.D. 2001. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the dayof ,A.D.2001. MAYOR CLERK ?06. / 20.1 .9671 - 9578 P 9646 Rem2 P7537 _ 9558 00 Rem2 / 2 0 P 9646 9548 P6473 00 1 s1/2B . Cl- / / 0.947 ha. 0.429 ha. 1 LM/ 16 / Rem 1 / /PcI. 0. / 1.596 ha. / / 0.903 I P 85827 F 96 AVE. P 46269 P 10195 P 2 931/ 10 Rem 2 3 P 54720 / A / 16 11 15 / 0.782 ha. 0.405 ha. / 0.522 ha. / / / -2 !P .9553 J6P 0972 P33032 5> 413 / 22 / / 1.468 ha. / 13 P41258 1.918 ha. / 9 4.047 ha. P7537 - MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING Bylaw No. 5981-2001 Map No. 606 From: School To: Rural Residential AMAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6006 - 2001 A By-law to designate a heritage property WHEREAS, the Council considers that the property described in this Bylaw has heritage value and heritage character and that its designation is desirable for the conservation of protected heritage property; NOW ThEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Heritage Designation By-law No. 6006 - 2001 ." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: 28348 - 96 Avenue (Ruskin Elementary School) All that portion of: Lot 11, District Lot 439, Group 1, New Westminster District, Plan 54720 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No.1262 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby designated as protected under Section 967 of the Local Government Act. Interpretation In this Bylaw, any grammatical form of the term "alter" has the meaning corresponding to the meaning given to that term in Section 947 of the Local Government Act. Designation The primary reason for designationof the property is based on itsposition asa. predominant local landmark. Built by the Province in the typical architectural style of the early 1920's, the building remains substantially intact. The following, physical features of.the building outlined in section 4 above are included in the designation: building envelope including height, shape, size, floor area and exterior materials; location and architectural treatment of the primary access to the building. OC'2 Maple Ridge Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 6006 - 2001 Exemptions from Heritage Alteration Permit Requirement 6. The following types of alterations may be made to the property without the owner obtaining a heritage alteration permit: normal repair and maintenance; interior alterations that do not alter the exterior appearance of the building; interior alterations that do not alter any of the items outlined in section 4 above. 7. For the purposes of section 5 above, "normal repair and maintenance" is that repair and maintenance occasioned by the ordinary wear and tear and is limited to the replacement of elements of the structure or finishing materials of a building with components that are equivalent to those being replaced in material composition, dimensions, colour and quality. READ a first time the day of PUBLIC HEARING held the day of READ a second time the day of READ a third time the day of RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the 2002. MAYOR A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. day of CLERK A.D. 20.1 19678 9671 - P9646 Rem2 - l 9658 2 0 0 P 9646_ 9618 (.l a. P6473 00 1 . (I) p 7537 Rem2 CO 0) S1/2B / / / 0.947 ha. 0.429 ha. aJ P 7537 LM / 161 / Rem 1 0. 4c1. / 1.596 ha. / / 0.903 Ci P85827 0 (4 —k. IP 46269 P 10195 P 54720 10 Rem2 3 [2hO. P 60972 13 P 41258 1.918 ho. 9 4.047 ha. MAPLE RIDGE HERITAGE DESIGNATION Bylaw No. 6006-2001 Map No. 1262 MAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 96 AVE. / P 2931/ 9596 A / / 01 15 16 / 0.405 ha. / 0.522 ho. / / / / I / 9553 P 33032 / / 22 / 1.468 ha. / / / / / / / / / P7537 1 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6005 - 2001 A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WhEREAS, itis deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 6005 - 2001." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: Lot 11, District Lot 439, Group 1, New Westminster District, Plan 54720 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1261 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby rezoned to RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. READ a first time the day of A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING held the day of A.D. 2002. READ a second time the day of ,A.D.2002. READ a third time the day of , A.D. 2002. APPROVED by the Minister of Transportation and Highways this day of , A.D. 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 2002. MAYOR CLERK .1 20.1 9678 P6473 I 9671 P 9646 Rem 2 P 9646 P 7537 9658 ; 2 Rem 2 9648 1 / J -I 10 S1/2B 1 Io 0.947 ha. 10.429 ha. I I r a.Jta (0 P46269 P110195 I 10 I Rem2 I 3 P 54720 11 0.782 ho. I. I P/60972 1 I I I I I I / 13 15 P 41258 I 1.918 ha. 1 / I / 9 I '2 - — —' 4.047 ha. - .— — MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING Bylaw No. 6005-2001 Map No. 1261 From: P-1(Park and School) •1 P 7537 / / LMV16 N / Rem 1 0. / 1.596 ho. / / 0.903 / 96 AVE. P 2 93i/ A / 01 15 / 16 Ln 0.405 ha. / 0.522 ho. / I / / / P 33032 / 22 / 1.468 ho. / / / I / / / / I P7537 'I To: RS-3(One Family Rural Residential) ZIN W"01 I A MAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6022 - 2002 A By-law to exempt from taxation, an eligible heritage property within the Municipality of Maple Ridge WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Section 342 of the Local Government Act, R.S.B.C, 1996, a Municipal Council may exempt eligible heritage properties from taxation; NOW ThEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Heritage Tax Exemption By-law No.6022 - 2002." That in accordance with Sections 342, 343 and 344 of the Local Government Act, the following designated heritage property shall be exempt from taxation: Owned by Manno Manuele and Calla Maria Roll Number: 94806-0100-X - 28348 96 Avenue and all that portion of: Lot 11, District Lot 439, Group 1, New Westminster District, Plan 54720 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1270 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms p1rt of this by-law; The exemption from taxation as herein before noted applies only to taxation levied under Section 3 59(1) (a) of the Local Government Act. The exemption from taxation as herein before noted applies for the year 2003. The exemptions granted by this bylaw are without prejudice to any claim for compensation to exemption based on any other provisions of the Local Government Act or anyotherlegisIation. READ a first time the day of PUBLIC HEARING held the day of READ a second time the day of READ a third time the day of RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the 2002. ,A.D.2002. ,A.D.2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. day of A.D. MAYOR CLERK soc. Y 9678 20.1 .9671 P 9646 Rem 2 P 7537 9658 I ; 2 Rem2 C I 9648 04 1 /i DO N P 7537 / / LM/16 / Rem 1 / /PcI. 0.1 / 1.596 ho. / / 0.903 / 96 AVE. P293iI 95.96 A • / (-p 15 16 0.405 ha. / 0.522 ha. / / I / / / / P 33032 / / 22 / 1.468 ha. / / / / I / / / / p7537 'I P 9646 P6473 I eo I. IC S 1/2 B 1 J 'a- 0.947 ha. 0.429 ha. N '0 0 N P 46269 P10195 10 1 Rem2 1 3 P 54720 11 0.782 ha. I 1 1_I I I P/60972 I I I 13 — P 41258 1.918 ha. 9 - 4.047 ha. -- - MAPLE RIDGE HERITAGE T-A-X EXEMPTION Bylaw No. 6022-2002 Map No. 1270 Z) I M Sam It A MAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 -S CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor A. Hogarth DATE: April 11, 2002 and Members of Council FILE NO: RZ/071/01 FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: COUNCIL SUBJECT: Final Reading - Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6011-2002 20540 Lorne Avenue PURPOSE: Bylaw 6011-2002 has been considered by Council and at Public Hearing and subsequently granted 2"'' and 3"' reading. The applicant has requested that final reading be granted. The owner wishes to renovate the house. However the C-3 zone does not permit a single family use. Accordingly this application requests the RS-1 zone to permit the renovations to proceed. RECOMMENDATION: That Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6011-2002 be reconsidered and adopted. BACKGROUND: Location: 20540 Lorne Avenue History: Council considered this rezonin application at a Public Hearing held on March 19, 2002. On April 9, 2002 Council granted 21111 and 3 reading to Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6011-2002. SUMMARY: There are no conditions to be met prior to final reading, therefore it is recommended that final reading be given to the bylaw. ared by: David Stevenson Acting ChieF Am1nIstrat1ve uIncer DS/jvt 107 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6011 - 2002 A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No6011 -'20-02." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: Lot 737, District Lot 278 and 279, Group 1, New Westminster District Plan 2180 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No.1265 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law,.is hereby rezoned to RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential) Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. READ a first time the day of PUBLIC HEARING held the day of READ a second time the day of READ a third time the day of RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. 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N m PARK j6gl692 695 688 P1 114 —I P5593f 11352 690 C U- I- 0 L m 0 0 C/) H rLMS 1 11289 RTE 2 ' I N P f 180 LMP 1221751 J754 755 753 I 756 N I -,'-I ( 65 4-R.1 ~q QZEFS 1186 The Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge makes no guarantee regarding the accuracy or present status of the information shown on this map. Gordon Barthels 20540 Lorne Avenue -7H CORPORATION OF Ii ) THE DISTRICTOF MAPLE RIDGE MAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12, September, 1874 PLANNING DEPARTMENT DATE: Oct 19 2001 FILE: RZ-71-01 BY: RS CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor A. Hogarth and Members of Council FROM: Chief Administrative Officer SUBJECT: First Reading Bylaw No. 6011-2002 20540 LORNE AVE PURPOSE: DATE: January 15, 2002 FILE NO: RZ/071/01 ATTN: C of W - PW & Dev Property located at 20540 Lorne Ave. is the subject of an application to rezone from C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) to RS- 1 (One Family Urban Residential). There is a house and a detached garage on the property. The owner wishes to renovate the house. However the C-3 zone does not permit a single family use. Accordingly this application requests the RS- 1 zone to permit the renovations to proceed. The above described buildings do not conform to the exterior side yard setback requirements prescribed for the RS- 1 zone. Accordingly authorization of a Development Variance Permit is also requested. RECOMMENDATION: That Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6011-2002 be given First Reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing; That the Municipal clerk be authorized to notify qualifying property owners that approval of DVPI71/01 respecting the property located at 20540 Lorne Avenue will be considered byCouncil at the April 9, 2002 meeting; and That Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6011 72002 be referred to the Community Heritage Commission for review and comment prior to granting second reading of Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6011- 2002. BACKGROUND: Applicant: Owner: Legal Description: OCP: G. Barthels M. Burdefl Lot 737, DL's 278 and 279, Gp District 1, Plan 2180, New Westminster Existing: Proposed: Zoning: Existing: Proposed: Surrounding Uses: N: S: E: W: Existing Use of Property: Proposed Use of Property: Access: Servicing: Short Term Residential Long Term Apartment (STRLTA) No Change C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) RS- 1 (One Family Urban Residential) Single Family Residential Single Family Residential Single Family Residential Single Family Residential Single Family Residential Single Family Residential Lorne Ave. and Waresley St. Full urban PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This development proposal requests the rezoning of the subject property from C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) to RS- 1 (One Family Urban Residential) to permit renovations to the existing house. The C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) zone does not permit a single family use. Accordingly the zone amendment must be completed prior to issuance of a building permit. PLANNING ANALYSIS: The C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) zone in this area of Hammond was applied in order to encourage commercial development. However, as much of the existing land use is single-family residential, this situation has resulted in legal non-conforming status for much of the neighbourhood. This has created problems for individuals in respect to financing andlor house insurance. In recognition of this, the Short Term Residential Long Term Apartment (STRLTA) Official Community Plan designation was intended to support those individuals wanting to rezone from C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) to a single-family residential designation thus negating the non-conforming status by bringing the land use into conformity with the zone. The other function of the Official Community Plan designation is to provide direction in respect to accommodating residential densification in this area of Hammond. Official Community Plan: The subject property is currently designated "Short Term Residential Long Term Apartment (STRLTA)" on Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan (OCP). This designation anticipates continuation of the existing single family use of the area with a transition to higher density residential use in the future. Heritage Issues: The property, known as the Renstrom Residence (1929), is included in the Heritage Resources of Maple Ridge, the District's heritage inventory. In 1998, Council adopted the District of Maple Ridge Heritage Management Plan that was established to provide a framework to better manage situations involving potential heritage sites. The staff report which accompanied the Heritage Management Plan noted that applications for rezoning, development permit or development variance permit involving heritage properties should be referred by Council resolution to the Heritage Advisory Committee (since reconstituted as the Community Heritage Commission). Given the inclusion of the Renstrom Residence in the District's heritage inventory, it is recommended that the application be referred to the Community Heritage Commission for comment prior to granting second reading to the zone amending bylaw. Such a referral is also consistent with the District's processing of similar applications in the past. Development Variance Permit: The existing buildings are sited closer to Waresley St. than the RS- 1 zone permits as illustrated in the following table: Building Type Required Setback Actual Setback Difference House 43 m 2.47 m 2.03 m Garage 3.Om 0.54m 2.46m In an effort to streamline the development application process, notice of the Development Variance Permit will occur in tandem with the Public Hearing notification for this application. Following the adoption of the Zone Amending Bylaw Council will be asked to pass a resolution approving the Development Variance Permit to reduce the setback of the home by 2.03 metres and the garage by 2.46 metres. I. -2- INTERGOVERNMENTAL ISSUES: N/A ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A CITIZEN/CUSTOMER IMPLICATIONS: N/A INTERDEPARTMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A ALTERNATIVES: N/A SUMMARY: Application RZ/071/01 proposes to rezone property located at 20540 Lome Ave. from C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) to RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential). The owner wishes to renovate the house. However the C-3 zone does not permit a single, family use. Accordingly this application requests the RS- 1 zone to permit the renovations to proceed. • Approved by.' Frank Quinn, P.Eng., PMP GM: Public Works & Development Services Concurrence.' Robert W. Robertson, AJCP, MCIP Chief Administrative Officer DS/jvt Sim 01/09/2002 15:59 466221 A. PAUL DESBIENS PAGE 01 S PLAN SHOWING THE LOCATION OF IMPROVEMENTS SITUATED UPON LOT 737. DISTRICT LOTS 278 & 279, GROUP 1, PLAN 2180, NEW WESTMINSTER DISTRICT, SCALE 1: 2O (METRIC) LORNE AVENUE 2B co C, a 4 2 47 DWELLING .61 738 C, Cu 8.36 2.47 >- Ui -J 0, Ui a: 4 3 (0.59 GARAG] t 10.54 CIVIC ACORESS 1 *20540 borne Avenue Maple I cprzr cscr AS TO £ £7CA TICAI S::tDN ENTS ASCI P515 LANE TOy totDL,00 Or IeDIu.-IS CtrD Of lfl,D Otyn Pat tDmtfld orum e.STtn OOnyD0n(atrID 000 Oor. not OEDOrD II& 00 0 t0030Dno corttheO to rci6tiOn to OOuOWO ,I 00G. We nCDCUt 00 rIpr0r.ititit0 [or tore UfloUtIIOr,000 g;c Dr or 4by DDe of , cony not oear,rg Wr orl000Di D0000000 01.01, Prutrry, II0 oleonOt000 rrne 0CCDedn0 10 L3nc0 YIIIO Qflf rocurDO. TI,1 olon s not to be 9e0 tar, yne ry-ostaD 01 oroperto 1,000. 'W'estcoast Surveys Ltd. .16254 80th Avenue Surrey, B.C. '135 2Kt tel 43-6565 fax 543-5610 Our File: 4-lo5-Oi Your' fle; 016840 Bur'aett I- w w a: C', TO: FROM: SUBJECT: CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE His Worship Mayor A. Hogarth DATE: March 27, 2002 and Members of Council FILE NO: RZ/076/99 Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: C of W - PW & Dev First Reading Bylaw No.'s 6028-2002 and 6027-2002 11774,11756 & 11744 236 ST PURPOSE: On August 28, 2000 this application was considered by Council under our former land use reporting process (see attached land use report). The applicant has now met the Council conditions that were outlined in that report and wishes to proceed to Public Hearing. It is, therefore, recommended that first reading be granted to Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw 6028-2002 and Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw 6027-2002. RECOMMENDATION: That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6028-2002 be read a first time and be forwarded to Public Hearing; and That Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6027-2002 be read a first time and be forwarded to Public Hearing. BACKGROUND: Applicant: W.S. Bissky Architect & Urban Design Inc. Owner: Jody A Johnson,Howard M Kosaka, Joseph D Portelance, Marilyn J Portelance, Alan D Davies, Evelyn E Davies Legal Description: Lot 55 & 56 Plan 26073 & Lot: B, Plan LMP30235 OCP: Existing: Compact Housing (40 units per net hectare), Single Family Residential 1(15,18,30 units per net hectare) & Conservation Proposed: Compact Housing (40 units per net hectare), Single Family Residential (15,18,30 units per net hectare) & Conservation Zoning: Existing: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) Proposed: RM- 1 (Townhouse Residential) Sunounding Uses: North: Residential South: Ravine East: Residential West: Residential Existing Use of Property: Residential Proposed Use of Property: Residential Access: 236 Street & 118 Avenue Servicing: Upgrading to urban standard required through Rezoning Development Agreement Previous Applications: RZ/056/94 & SD/045/96 9-, - - - DISCUSSION: The land use report for this application was considered at the Council Meeting of August 28, 2000, a copy of that report is attached. At that meeting Council recommended that the application be forwarded to Public Hearing once the following concerns had been addressed: Development Plans submitted; Comments received from the Advisory Design Panel; A Development Information Meeting must be held; and Establish the limits of the Habitat Protection Boundary. In response to the above noted conditions the following applies: Development Plan: As identified in the original land use report for this application there was concern that a number of units being proposed encroached into the habitat protection area and that the establishment of the environmental boundary could impact the proposed development yield. This is in fact what has happened and development yield has been reduced from 100 units to 87 units. A new development plan has been submitted which respects the approved habitat protection area and shows the unit placement. (plan attached) Advisory Design Panel: The application was presented at the Advisory Design Panel meeting of April 4, 2002. The comments and resolution from that meeting are attached. This development proposal will be included into Development Permit Area XXI as a condition of rezoning. This will require that the application be referred to the Advisory Design Panel prior to approval of the Development Permit by Council and issuance of a Building Permit. Development Information Meeting: The applicant hosted a Development Information Meeting on March 28, 2002. The minutes from that meeting are attached. Establish the limits of the Habitat Protection Boundary: See Environmental Implications. INTERGOVERNMENTAL ISSUES: N/A ENVIRONMENTAL iMPLICATIONS: The Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection, in conjunction with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and the District environmental staff has established the habitat protection boundary for this development site. The establishment of this boundary has increased the conservation area thereby reducing the number of units proposed from 100 townhouses to 87 townhouses. This conservation area is shown on the attached site plan and will be dedicated park as a condition of final reading of the zone amending bylaw and the Conservation designation on Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan will be amended to include the expanded habitat protection area. -2- The site is within Development Permit XXX. Prior to any on site works being done within 50 meters of the top of bank of the watercourses, Council will have to approve a Development Permit and have the applicant post performance security for environmental protection in accordance with their policy. CITIZEN/CUSTOMER IMPLICATIONS: N/A INTERDEPARTMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A ALTERNATIVES: N/A SUMMARY: The development proposal complies with the Official Community Plan designation and the applicant has addressed Council's conditions to be met prior to proceeding to Public Hearing. It is, therefore, recommended that first reading be granted to Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw 6028-2002 and Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6027-2002. Ao fr( &jO prepared y: Gay I4ci11an(\ Jane PickerjipgrD&M, MCIP Concurrence:/ Frank Quinn, P.Eng., PMP " Acting Chief Administrative Officer GM/jvt -3- 11757 -1 11737 1188( (•dj c..iI 1'TN 10 9 8 I CD z C'49 11897 C)) tB9S 2 —i LM 730? 11887 11070 jJJj 13 ci 11881 118 AR 10 \ I \ 2' 3 l4 —j co 6 11862 n 11873 11576 ____________ . 11856 8 15 W 1/2 C3669 11570 21 29 7 J 1r 11850 L-- — P 1676 28 p.. 11853 6/ ' 4 p1841 Ni c. rPARK 11826 / _____________ 18 o REM. 22 LMF 1226 24 23 22 21 19 11817 c) P 1676 - w c to, 11811 20 L111806 118 AVE C.. 1774 P2603 cv 55 P176 9 58 25 RS — PARP 7LMP SUBJECT PROPERTIES 1 36724 6".> 1744 Vp 2 B RS-3 3 4 / 77 LMP 30235 699 / 36.4 77 7 9 I-ZL90 P / 8 -1676 1692 11667 34 /71666 58 11659 33 P34262 F S 32 r Rem. I ma 11650 C. LMP 32805 11845 31 PARK 11644 C 12 11637 30 - 11638 13 11633 29tJ LMP 36721 14 11629 28 1630 15 11628 27 11623 1 16 11622 I 11617 2€ r%) c) 0) A IeiI U A •r - .u- F..!uIIU — I. I I I CORNER1I8&236 CORPORATION OF now THE DISTRICT OF I IAAI — MAPI P Rfl(P DATE: Dec 8 1999 FILE:RZ/76/99 BY: JB CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RJDGE ADVISORY DESIGN PANEL Thursday, April 4, 2002 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. CR 1: Maple Ridge Municipal Hall RESOLUTIONS: 2.3 RZ176199 Application: Wayne Bissky Proposal: Townhouse Complex Location: 118th Ave. and 236th St., Maple Ridge The Advisory Design Panel expressed overall support for this rezoning application. And; That the Panel commends them on the project despite the difficulties of the area. ,ab4- 15. ftm mtd'. Campensalion - Kosaka Area of 6781112 + I)avies/Portclancc Area of 550m2 ) 1 .228.01 tn2 D 02 A t AmaA Net l)cvelopabic Area West Side 6.032 m2 Areal3: Net Developable Area West Side - 5,100 rn2 Area C: Net Developable Area East Side 4.300 iii2 AreaD: Net Developable Acilea , East Side - lo,3o1m17: Total Net l)evclopable - 25.700 tn2 Greeflspaec (Includes 5% dedIcation) - 21,050rn2 o qO ut oeo,* 5I- - V\A N r1 I /4 if -- - Encmachments- 0 25m HHn I E . Wayne Stephen Bissky Architecture • Urban Design Inc. 21412 River Road, Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 2B3 Ph: 467-8300 Fax: 467-8305 email: bissky@telus.net Information Meeting Report Prepared: March 6/2002 Regarding: RZ/76/99 118th and 236th Street From: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) To: RM- 1 Townhouse Residential Date of Meeting: Thursday March 28th, 2002 Location: Travelodge 21650 Lougheed Hwy. Maple Ridge Time: 6:30pm and 8:30pm A drop-in format was held , with drawings and information related to the application on display. Representatives of the applicant were available to answer questions and record comments . Approximately 20 people attended the meeting over the two hours, including the applicants and those on the attendance record attached. Most people reviewed the information and a few asked questions or made comments . Positive comments were made about the architecture presented while there were a number of people who were concerned about parking onsite. It was explained that the proposal complied the OCP Designation and met the municipality's zoning requirements, with an additional 4 stalls shown. Street parking for visitors would also be an option as it is presently for the other neighbouring properties. One person expressed concern about the impact of more cars at the intersection of 236th and Dewdney Trunk Road. A further individual asked about soils conditions and the need to ensure that proper engineering and design took place during-construction, while another was interested in purchasing a unit and wanted to know when something might be available. Finally, a representative of a non-profit environmental organization indicated he was there to monitor the proposal. After a brief review, it was explained that the detailed environmental studies submitted to the authorities were available at the Planning Department or could obtained through the architect's office. Prepared by; Wayne Bissky March 28/ 2002: DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION MEETING Regarding: RZ/76/99 118th and 236th Street From: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) To: RM-1 (Townhouse Residential) Attendance Record: Name Address 2ZJ ------------------------------- --------------- ------------------------------------------------ JS1cL----- :...• SI: . Wayne Stephen Bissky Architecture • Urban Design Inc 21412 River Road. Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 2B3 Ph: 467-300 Fax: 467-8305 email: blssky@tejus.net March. 27/ 2002 . Design Rationale for Applicition: RZ/76/99 118th and 236th Street Maple Ridge, BC Our Project # 9920 The intent of this proposal Is to rezone the above property to accommodate multi-family residential housing within the RM- 1 Townhouse Residential zone. There are currently two separate parcels included in this application . Both extendeast to west and are separated by a creek and existing greenbelt. There are two older single family residences on-the properties. Over. the course. of............ several years and alter significant study, the environmental setbacks have been established resulting in. almost hail of the properties set aside as greenbelt and habitat. prOtection. The site plan Is a direct result of the definition of the allowable building areas as established, with two main spines running north to south on the east and west sides of the ravine. The density as shown at 87 unIts is below that which is permitted within the zone but acknowledges the proportions of remaining land within the limits imposed by the environmental setbacks. Due to the vast open area left on the site, the units have been designed to most efficiently utilize developable land. Units along the street present pedestrian accesses and front doors to the public streets while also allowing for small semi-private/semi-public patio areas. Buildings on average have 4 units per block. The architectural vocabulary is meant to evoke a rural flavour with images ...refiecting...the...site's...history..and.... context Rooflines will be varied to provide articulation and variety while remaining within the same theme. Colour tones are grey to dark grey with strong vibrant acCent colours on front doors , shutters and other smaller details: such as window boxes. A low white rail fence continues the concept.. Extensive use of white trim around doors, windows and at building corners and edges provide a bright, crisp edging to the project's other colours , providing a strong contrast to the dark greens , browns and blacks of the dark shadows and trees within the greenbelt. . . Theithits themselves are approximately 1,400 to 1,500 sf..and are designed to provide affordable yet lasting value to the owners as well as to the community. -4 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6028 - 2002. A By-law to amend the Official Community Plan WHEREAS the Local Government Act empowers a local government to adopt or amend an Official Community Plan; AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "A", "B" & "H" to the Official Community Plan; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This By-law may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 6028 - 2002." Schedule" B" is hereby amended for those parcels or tracts of land and premises shown outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 620, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this bylaw. The parcels or tracts of land outlined are hereby redesignated as shown. Schedule "A" is hereby amended by adding the following in correct numerical order to Subsection (B) of Development Permit Area XXI in the Appendix: Lot 55, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 26073 Lot B, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 30235 Lot 56, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 26073 Those parcels or tracts of land and premises known and described as: Lot 55, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 26073 And Lot B, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 30235 And Lot 56, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 26073 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 621, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this bylaw, are hereby designated as Development Permit Area XXI (32) on Schedule "H". And 5. Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Designation By-law No. 5434-1996 as amended is hereby amended accordingly. READ A FIRST TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of , A.D. 2002. READ A SECOND TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. READ A THIRD TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED the day of A.D. 2002. MAYOR CLERK 0 '''l 1/1882" I I 1 23l 14 N. PARK C iog /1862 _______ 11873 I / 18766 CL 4 w1/2 /l856 0 ° 1 5 —J 5 21 H MP181 /1870 'p368 LMP11 36 118 A AVE. I11864 —J /5 16 P 1676 28 1/840 1/85 1/854 6 '17 IF- 2 4 11841 (1) 11842 27 / /826 ___________ 18 I 11820 REM/22 0.. 26 t/8/8 11829j LMPI 1±72(' 24123122121 19 I / P 1676 i l ' —J 118171 r') ' 25 j/806 'ol l I 11811 I PARK C,l 20 / 118 AVE. A //774 ll II I P 73 2.2235 ha F- 55 P 1719 MS 1818 1 1) 0.80 ha 56 I 25 Rem. (0 /1757 LMF /3672 / /756 1.287 ha 0.809 ha } ,,73j 6 '/744 2 3 2 1 4 2.58 LMP 235 ha 6 .. 11692 8 /166 34 JL 58 1165 _______'l33 P 34262 Rem. 1 11656 ç. 10 3 /165 0.809 ha 11 LL LMP 32605 PARK 1164 \,, LMP 36723 1.54 ha 12 1163 I - 3770 - - LMP 36721 MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING Bylaw No. 6028-2002 Map No. 620 From: Single Family Residential(15,18,30 units per net hectare) and Compact Housing(40 units per net hectare) To: Conservation AMAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 \ 1188fl /1882 PARK - 0 I/8 \2I 3 14 11873 1,876 6 - W 1/2 _r /1856 8 15 1/865 1/870 21 181 200 LMP11 T23669 36 ___________ p 118 A AVE. ui ,1 Y 1 - 3 7 P 1676 28 f /85J ___ /1854 9I /1840 6 1711841 11842 2 27 1/5 5 ___________ 18 11829 "° 1 REM /22 ° 26 LMP1 1726 19 / '1818 24123122121 N j 11817 18.0 P 1676 ,// 25 'a 'a 11811 RK 11806 20 118 AVE. A 11 P 2.2235 ha P 1719 55 MS 1818 0.809 ha 56 25 Rem. 11757 11755 1.287 ha 4,41r LM 3672 0.809 ha 6 "744 2 3 /1737 B 21 2.58/(// co 5 LMP 235 6 ha U I: 0.7 18.1 I I 3 /18 8 34 11692 1/65 -o f166e 9 58 1165 33 \c\ 1165i 10 P 34262 Rem. 1 1165 3 0.809 ha ---.-..-- 1164 LMP 32605 PARK - LMP 36723 12 1.54 ha 1163 1 4 13 LMP 36721 \ ,, _________________ MAPLE R...IDGE OFFiCIAL COMMtNITY PLA ..N AMEN....DING Bylaw No. 6028-2002 Map No. 621 PURPOSE: TO DESIGNATE AS DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AREA xxI(32) 6i), ~_ A MAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6027 - 2002. A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 6027 - 2002." Those parcels or tracts of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: Lot 55, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 26073 Lot B, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 30235 Lot 56, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 26073 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No.1272 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, are hereby rezoned to RM-1 (Townhouse Residential) Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. II And READ a first time the day of PUBLIC HEARING held the day of READ a second time the day of READ a third time the day of RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. day of A, CLERK 2 ',iog 3 114 1/873 ______ I 4 : MP181 C) -I _____ P1184 W 1/2 . /18560 I \ 1F,865J 21 .)-LMP11 23669I 36 ___________ 118AAVE. -J .;P 29o7 11850 r 1- I 3 1 1676 N 28 ..J 0r-' 185.. I 854 / / 1840 5'v 4 11841 1/1842 2 / ç 29 2 _-_ 21 p1826 18 11820 REM./22 172' 11829 / - 3 26 p1818 75 241 23 Ni j22 i i Ij 21 19 180 PARK ;. P1676 / / I 11806 118 AVE. A 11774 P26(73 2.2235 ha P 17 19 55 MS 1818 0.809 ha 56 25 Rem. 11757 LMF 3672 J 11756 1.287 ha 0.809 ho 6 /1744 2 3 /1737 B 21 4 cv LMP 235 / 6 ho Q7 18.1 I '/5. I . I1i 8 11692 (c:. k r- Iii& 9 58 \\\ 11 65 I /165 P 34262 Rem. 1 \i 10 1165 Me 0.809 ha - 11 LMP 32605 PARK 1164 __/ ,'—LMP 36723 1.54 ho \ 12 1/63 Idlll LMP 36721 i* 13 \ o, 1163 MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING Bylaw No. 6027-2002 Map No. 1272 From: RS-3(One Family Rural Residential) To: RM -1(Townhouse Residential) anot I ~m~A A MAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1674 1:2500 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: FROM: SUBJECT His Worship Mayor A. Hogarth and Members of Council Chief Administrative Officer RZ/76/99 (11744, 11756 & 11774 236 Street) DATE: July 13, 2000 FILE NO: RZ/76/99 ATTN: CofW-PW&Dev EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: An application has been received to rezone the above noted property to permit the construction of approximately 100 townhouse units. The site is physically separated into two development areas by a watercourse. Input from the Ministry of Environment and District staffs concerns with the proposed environmental boundary may result in adjustments to the yield shown on the development proposal. II RECOMMENDATION: That application RZ/76/99 (for property located at 11744, 11756 & 11774 236 Street) to rezone property described in the memorandum dated March 13, 2000 from RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) to RM-1 (Townhouse Residential) be forwarded to Public Hearing noting that the conditions to be met prior to Public Hearing and prior to final consideration of the Zone Amending Bylaw are detailed in that memorandum and that the accompanying Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw be forwarded to the same Public Hearing. Conditions to be met prior to first reading: 1) Comments from the Advisory Design Panel. 2) A Public Information Meeting must be held. 3) Fully dimensioned development plan including: Neighbourhood context-plan; Site plan; Building elevations; Landscape concept. 4) Establish the limits of the Habitat Protection Boundary. And that prior to final approval the following must be completed: 1) Approval from the Ministry of Environment, Fish and Wildlife Branch; -1- Registration of a Rezoning Development Agreement including the deposit of security as outlined in the Agreement; Amendment to Schedules "A" & "H" of the Official Community Plan; A cross access easement is required; A geotechnical report which addresses the suitability of the site for the proposed development; A Statutory Right of Way plan and agreement must be registered at the Land Title Office for sewer utilities; Road dedication on 236 St.; Consolidation of the development site; Removal of the existing Single Family Dwellings; Park dedication; An arborist's report must be submitted. III BACKGROUND: Applicant: Wayne Bissky Owner: J. Johnson, J & M Portelance, A & E Davies & H. Kosaka Legal Description: Lot 55 & 56, Plan 26073 & Lot B, LItv]P30235 all of Sec. 16, Tp. 12, NWD OCP: Existing: Compact Housing (40 upnh), Conservation & Single Family Residential (15, 18 & 30 upnh) Proposed: Compact Housing (40 upnh), Conservation & Single Family Residential (15, 18 & 30 upnh) Zoning: Existing: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) Proposed: R-i (Townhouse Residential) Surrounding Uses: N: Residential 5: Ravine, vacant E: Residential W: Residential Existing Use of Property: Residential Proposed Use of Property: Residential Access: 236 Street and 118 Avenue -2- Servicing: upgrading required through Rezoning Development Agreement Previous Applications: RZ156/94 & SD145/96 IV PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The site consists of three separate parcels and each contains a single family dwelling. It totals approximately 4.673 ha in area and is located on the south east corner of 236 Street and 118 Avenue. The site will be consolidated into appropriate development modules and the single family dwellings will be removed prior to final reading. The site is divided into two separate development modules by Cottonwood Creek and a tributary as follows: West Module The development proposal for the west side of the site shows 61 townhouse units accessed from an internal road off of 236 Street and 118 Avenue. The 20 units along 236 Street will front the street. East Module The module on the east side gains access from 118 Avenue and shows approximately 39 units fronting an internal private access road. The lands south of this site are dependent on receiving access and servicing through this site. It will therefore be necessary to grant a cross access easement as a condition of zoning. An environmental assessment has been provided which shows encroachment into the habitat protection boundary. This encroachment will require Ministry of Environment review in order to achieve and appropriate protection boundary, which may result in impacts on the yield shown on the site plan. It is recommended that the habitat protection boundary be established in advance of this application proceeding to a Public Hearing. V PLANNING ANALYSIS (i) Official Community Plan Schedule "B" The development proposal is in compliance with the Official Community Plan. The property is designated Compact Housing (40 upnh), Conservation & Single Family Residential (15, 18 & 30 upnh) on Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan. The Compact Housing designation is on the west side of Cottonwood Creek and the proposed townhouse development is consistent with the Official Community Plan. The Conservation designation covers the creek/ravine area which will be dedicated as Park prior to final reading. -3- The Single Family Residential designation on the east side of the creek will allow this form of housing to proceed under the 30 upnh density as this site has environmental considerations and parcel geometry that makes conventional subdivision impractical. Schedule "E" The property is identified on Schedule "E" as having a watercourse designated for special treatment and is within Development Permit Area XXX for watercourse protection. Development Permit Area XXX Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, it will be necessary for Council to approve a Permit under Development Permit Area XXX. This process will establish clearing and grading limitations, a monitoring program, stormwater plan and establish performance security based on the objectives and guidelines of the Development Permit Area Policy for environmental protection. The applicant will require Section 9 approval from the Ministry of Environment for any works in or around the watercourse. Schedule "A" & "H" The Official Community Plan will be amended to include the site into Development Permit Area XXI to ensure the form and character of the development at the Building Permit stage. The application must be reviewed by the Advisory Design Panel prior to Public Hearing. The site is included in Development Permit Area XX. This Development Permit Area was established to address the protection of the natural environment and concerns related to soil conditions and topographic constraints. It will be necessary to provide an environmental assessment and a geotechnical report which addresses site stability and watercourse bank stability and erosion. Neighbourhood Context The townhouse development to the west has devlped in recent years. Residential development to the north and east has been largely single family, and creek systems in the area have impacted development patterns significantly. Servicing Concerns All the services required in support of the rezoning application do not exist. It will be necessary for the owner to enter into a Rezoning Development Agreement with the District and post security to do the works required prior to final reading. Some of the deficiencies will include the upgrading to 236 Street and 118 Avenue; extension of sanitary sewer and the water main; as well as converting the existing utility company 4 plant to underground. Statutory Right of Ways will be required in support of some of these services. The District is currently working on a capital works project to construct 118 Avenue across the Cottonwood Creek ravine. This will provide an east/west connection from 236 Street through to 240 Street on this alignment. Road dedication on 236 Street to achieve a 20 in right of way and a corner truncation at the 236 Street/i 18 Avenue intersection will be necessary. An arborist's report is recommended to examine all the trees along the Park boundary to determine if any dangerous trees need to be removed. A geotechnical report is also required to address the site stability with particular attention to bank stability along the watercourses. The Cottonwood Stormwater Management Study comments will apply. VI CONCLUSION: The development proposal complies with the Official Community Plan designation. Staff support the application and recommend that it be forwarded to Public Hearing once the habitat protection limit has been established. L\ (\&Q Prepared by: Gay McMillan Planning Technician Cki Approved by: Christine Carter, M.C.I.P Director of Planning Approved by: Jake J. Rudolph, AICP, MCJP GM: Public Works & Development Services Concurrence: Robert W. Robertson, AICP, MCIP Chief Administrative Officer GMfbjc -5- 1ttuI 1ih1: I iøtIi I U : 004 4401 15500 Scole 0400 Stems UT mo $500 green area indicates site area 118 TH AVENUE ., (includes, units, roads and play area) ----- &Unit -- jTypeA L Unit OttO Ate. S4.792 eqs - ,.liy ISO mit. be.). A1b.t.bk Peept..4 - - 0488018 15001458 roorsp.oeIeatI, lOt0I1. Unitflon,e. Toth1O..re. PAtPSF.S.R. UttitA 24 133248gm 429002qm - UttltB 72 149.208gm 10,742.56em 40.22% TOTAL 000 5033.39 4 0 - 4 044ee.ge tot VeSt. Otdldlog $820 £01.3 lot oosatge - Peopteot (hUlA 24 82.3O.qo, SS43241qm £5118 72 BO.OSeqn 5812.704qm - TOTAL 100 8IS0.00m - TI.4L1 j ULuin -4, /ia p CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor A. Hogarth DATE: March 6, 2002 and Members of Council FILE NO: RZ/010/01 FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: C of W - PW & Dev SUBJECT: First Reading Bylaw No.'s 5978-2001 and 5977-2001 and 6035-2002 24400 104 Avenue PURPOSE: An application has been received to rezone the above noted property to permit the future construction of a senior secondary school and a small portion of single family residential, on its north west side, to permit a future land exchange with the Genstar Maplecrest site. This land exchange will accommodate the future residential development potential of the Genstar land to the west without otherwise limiting the use of the school site with additional road construction. In order to facilitate the Genstar lands developing prior to the school site two zone amending bylaws have been prepared in support of this application. The application also requires an amendment to Schedule B of the Official Community Plan to reflect the actual zoning and approved conservation boundaries. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that: Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 5978-2001 be read a first time and be forwarded to Public Hearing; Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 5977-2001 be read a first time and be forwarded to Public Hearing; Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No.6035-2002 be read a first time and be forwarded to Public Hearing; and That the following terms and conditions be met prior to final reading of Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No.5977-2001. Registration of a Rezoning Development Agreement including the deposit of security as outlined in the Agreement; Amendment to Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan; A Statutory right of way plan and agreement must be registered at the Land Title Office: Road dedication as required; Park dedication as required; Application to include the site into Sewer Area "A". jo-i- BACKGROUND: Applicant: Mike Iriving Owner: School District No. 42 Legal Description: Lot: 5 Except: Firstly; part subdivided by Plan 18280 and Secondly; part subdivided by Plan 72100 Section 10 and 11 Township 12 New Westminser District Plan 12932 OCP: Existing: School/Park, Conservation, Single Family Residential (18 upnh) Proposed: School/Park, Conservation, Single Family Residential (18 upnh) Zoning: Existing: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) Proposed: P-i (Park and School) and RS-lb (One Family (medium Density)Residential) Surrounding Uses: N: Residential 5: Albion Park E: Residential W: Residential Existing Use of Property: Vacant Proposed Use of Property: School and Residential Access: 1 04± Avenue and future road along the properties eastern boundary Servicing: To be provided at the time of rezoning through a Rezoning Development Agreement Previous Applications: ALRI3/92 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The development proposal is for a senior secondary school that would accommodate 1200 students. It is the School District's intention to phase this facility with the first phase being for 600 students. The site plan shows a two storey building to be located on the south east portion of the site with the future phases noted thereon. On-site parking will be provided at the north and south ends of the school with the ability to provide additional parking as needed when the school expands. A new north south street will be dedicated and constructed on the school site's eastern boundary as a condition of the rezoning. This road will provide access to the school drop off and parking areas as well as to the properties to the east which may ultimately accommodate redevelopment under the Official Community Plan. The development site itself has some environmental constraints, including a tributary to Maggy Creek, on the north, and part of the Spencer Creek system on the south. The habitat protection boundary for these two systems has been established with the Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection and will be dedicated as park prior to final reading as a condition of the rezoning. Through the development of the Albion Guide Plan it was identified that this development site would need to be responsible for providing access to lands lying beyond. In this case, the site requiring access abuts the western property line and is owned by Genstar. The School District and Genstar have agreed to work together to achieve a solution that would not require the dedication and construction of a public road through the middle of the school site. The suggested solution to achieve this involves the exchange of a small portion of land on the north west boundary of the school site to Genstar for inclusion in their overall development -2- small portion of land on the north west boundary of the school site to Genstar for inclusion in their overall development plan, in exchange for access to services. The school site will, however, have to accommodate a dedicated pathway through the site to accommodate pedestrians and serve as an emergency access to the Maplecrest subdivision. PLANNING ANALYSIS: Official Community Plan: Schedule "B" It will be necessary to amend Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan to reflect the proposed land uses. While these designations are the same as are currently on the site (School & Park, Conservation and Single Family Residential (18 units per net hectare) the boundary alignment will be changed to reflect adjustments required to meet the actual development proposal. Schedule "E" The site has two watercourses identified for Special Treatment on Schedule "E" of the Official Community Plan. The habitat protection area for these systems has been established in conjunction with the Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection and will be dedicated as Park through the zoning process. Zoning Bylaw: Two zone amending bylaws have been prepared in support of this application: Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6035-2002 will rezone a small portion of the site on the northwest to RS-lb (One Family (medium density) Residential). Genstar have already made a subdivision to include this portion of the site with their lands to the west. There are no conditions to be met as a condition of final reading for this bylaw as all servicing issues will be addressed through the subdivision process; and Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw 5977-200 1 will rezone the majority of the site to P-i (Park & School). The completion of this bylaw requires several items to be addressed prior to final consideration. The School District has indicated that they will take several months in order to complete Council's conditions as outlined in the recommendation of this report. Development Permit XXX: The site is impacted by two watercourses and is within Development Permit Area XXX . Development Permit approval is required for all works within 50 meters of the top of bank of these watercourses. This process will require the applicant to provide the District with a plan that identifies the limit of land clearing, erosion and sediment control works and a monitoring program to help ensure compliance with the Development Permit guidelines during construction and on site development. This approval process will also identify the amount of performance security necessary in support of the permit. -3- Advisory Design Panel: This application was reviewed by the Advisory Design Panel at their April 4, 2002 meeting. The recommendations from that meeting are attached and the School District will be asked to incorporate the changes into their final building design. There will be no opportunity for review of this project by the Advisory Design Panel or Council prior to issuance of a building permit as the Local Government Act does not allow for institutional uses to be included into Development Permit Areas. Development Information Meeting: A Development Information Meeting was held on February 20, 2002 at the Albion Elementary School; approximately 40 people attended. Concerns included: - The amount of parking; - The drainage impacts the school would have on the adjacent properties; and - The condition of 104 Avenue; including: • The lack of sidewalks; • Increased traffic; • Students crossing 240 Street; and • A traffic light at the intersection of 240 ' St. and 104 Ave -The parking will meet the standards set out in the Maple Ridge Off Street Parking and Loading Bylaw. That standard is 1 space per 93m2 of gross floor area. -The school site will be responsible for handling all on site drainage. The design for on site drainage will be done by a civil engineer and will have to meet the standards of the Plumbing Code and the Building Code prior to issuance of a Building Permit. -The traffic concerns have been passed along to the Engineering Department. The ultimate construction standard for 1 04th Avenue will be to an urban standard which provides for sidewalks on both sides. This will be achieved as other lands develop in the Albion area and the design will have to comply with engineering standards established by the District. The minutes from that meeting are attached to this report. INTERGOVERNMENTAL ISSUES: The School District has been given approval in principle for the development of this site by the Provincial Government. Prior to the Province releasing the "building funds" to the School District the site must be zoned. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: The Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection have reviewed the site and provided input for the habitat protection setbacks for the two creek systems based on an environmental assessment provided by the applicant. This area will be dedicated as Park land prior to final reading. 4 CITIZEN/CUSTOMER IMPLICATIONS: The facility is an important component of the community. It will provide educational services for residents within the southeast quadrant of the urban area. INTERDEPARTMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: The Engineering Department has advised that all the services in support of this development do not exist at the site. It will therefore be necessary to enter into a Rezoning Development Agreement and deposit a security for the works prior to final reading. The works will include: • Construction of the new north/south road to an urban standard; • Extension of a sanitary sewer system to the site; • Extension of a storm sewer system for all roads adjacent to and on site; and • Review of the existing water system. Statutory rights of way may be required for on-site services as a condition of final reading of the Zone Amending Bylaw. This will be identified once the engineering design drawings have been presented to the Engineering Department for their review. The site will have to be included into Sewer Area A. It will be necessary for the applicant to apply to the Municipal Clerk prior to final reading of the Zone Amending Bylaw to have this site included. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A ALTERNATWES: N/A SUMMARY: This application recognizes the objectives of the Official Community Plan to achieve a senior secondary school site in the Albion area. It is recommended that Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 5978-200 1, Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 5977-2001 (P- 1 (Park and School) Zone and Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6035.2002 (RS-lb (One Family (medium density) Residential) Zone be given first reading and forwarded to Public Hearing. Prepared by: Gaylan PlannixihTechniAan Frank Quinn, P.Eng., PMP Acting Chief Administrative Officer GM/jvt -5- P21863 E P20280 \\ P75957/ p75957 RS-lb RS-3 [ 22/ j 6 P 12923 P75.57 P 75957 P72103 5 P7100 P72100 1 Rem 5 SUBJECT PROPERTY 5 FS-2 4. . co cn P 10921 P 609 7 060927 P315 1 P 18280 11 12 10 2 - P12923 P721 0 12 10 P 42419 P 72100 104AVE IQAVE 37 38 W2501 L M 32 B P-I M-2 OD 41519 P 8852 P 21679 P 21679 CID a. IL91 103 AVE 29 DAD AF194 1 P 38143 NTRICT OF A r Ik CORPORATION OF A SCALE: 1:5000 KEY MAP DATE: Feb 62001 FILE: . BY: JV 1 VV P405042 (04) Il r: _ PROPOSED CONSERVATION RESERVE Nv 't&? \)t 2 -- - I - r-- — 60 m x 100 m FLrTUSE RESIDD(rLxL -- 45 mx C • L I \L - I I ----H--. V : ---- - EMERGENCY ACCESS pinuaE;*rSa'-. / -- I PROPOSED PROPERTY UNE OROSED V_V )H CONSER'ITMION1ISERVE V V • V CREEK \ - RESIOEN11AL V RESIDEN11AL I PROPOS i TATH \ ) V RIDGE 104 AVE. V_VV V_•_V_V I PARK j ALBION SECONDARY SCHOOL PHASE ONE SCHEMATIC SITE PLAN — OPTION 2.55 0103 I S.D. 42- MAPLE RIDGE/PITT MEADOWS SCALE: 1 : 500 MARCH 04 2402 V.., PROPOSED SECONDARY SQ400L 600 STUDENIS - 2STORVS —.-- GROUND FLOOR V ELEVATION V V V FUTURE ROAD DEDICAT1UN 0 OURS 040€ WALK —4 !;rVV r V.V RE-ROUTE UTEEK - IN OJEVERT UNDER ROAD CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE ADVISORY DESIGN PANEL Thursday, April 4, 2002 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. CR 1: Maple Ridge Municipal Hall RESOLUTIONS: 2.1 RZ/10/01 Applicant: School District #42 Proposal: Senior Secondary School - Albion Location: N of 104t11 Ave. and W of 245B St. The Advisory Design Panel expressed overall support for this rezoning application. And; That the Planning Department be advised that the Panel would encourage address of southerly blank wall to make it more visually appealing; reviewing the types of trees used for planting; and, to smooth out the building to decrease indentations / hideouts in the sides of the building to prevent vandalism. 02/22/02 10:27 IM604 463 3607 SD42 PROP.DEPT. Lj 002 School District No.42 PROPERTIES DEPARTMENT Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows (Q( 23889 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge. B.C., V4R 1W1 Tel. (604) 466-6161 Fax. (604) 463-3607 February 22,2002 Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge 11995 Haney Place Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 6A9 Attn: Mrs. Gay McMillan Dear Gay, Re: RZ-1001. Albion Secondary School - Development Information Meeting As part of our Rezoning development application for the new Albion Secondary School, a "Development Information Meeting" was held on February 20,2002 between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at Albion Elementary School. In accordance with the 1Development Information Meeting" process, property owners and local residents within 50 metres of the new school site were mailed notices of the meeting and, in - addition, anoticeof themeetingwas published In the"TheTimes onfebruary-12.and February 15,2002. Representatives from the School District and HOwarcIJingham/Hill Architects attended the meeting to outline the proposed development and answer questions. On display were drawings detailing the site development, building plans and their relationship to adjacent properties. The meeting was attended by approximately 40 people, of which 24 signed the attendance sheet; copies attached. Overall the school and site development was well received by the public, the only criticism leveled was at the amount of parking and the impact this development would have with respect to drainage of adjacent properties. .2 02/22/02 10:27 10604 463 3607 SD#42 PROP.DEPT. Il 003 Page 2 It was explained that the number of parking spaces was in accordance with the current by-law for Institutional facilities of I parking space for every 93m2 of building and Ministry of Education guidelines. In regards to drainage issues, we advised that these concerns would be addressed by the respective consultants, and that the proposed design would be reviewed by Municipal Engineering and Building Department staff prior to final approval. Off-site Issues such as street parking, sidewalks and road widening of 100 Avenue, traffic lights at the intersections of 104th Avenuel240th Street and 104th Avenuel245th Street and increased traffic in the area were raised. Copies of the "comment/question sheets" are attached for your Information. I trust the above information is sufficient for our development application to proceed, however please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any additional information. Sincerely, DirectOr of Properties Enclosures C: Don Woytowich, Secretary Treasurer Mike Hill / Doug Nelson, Howard / Bingham / Hill Architects MAI:amh 02/22/02 10:28 0604 463 3807 SD$42'PROP.DEPT. I1006 ALBION SECONDARY SCHOOL - DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION MEETING Wednesday, February 20,2002-6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. @ Foyer, Albion Elementary School, 10031 240th Street Comments / Questions .Received: • Students crossing 240 th Street: - no light - top of hill, to be able to access pathway - poor visibility • Sidewalks along 104th Avenue from 240th Street to the school • Increased road traffic. We have a blind driveway as do our neighbours, with more traffic, chances of accidents will increase. What to you propose to do about the hilts? • Sidewalks, with hills and no place for children to walk; where will they go to get out of the way of cars? Albion Park - will it become a local hang-out? • Concerned about traffic - any thoughts on stop lights / stop signs in this area - 240th and 1041h (priority) - 245th and 1041h • Concern 04 Avenue - more traffic on narrow hilly road a danger. • Concern - 245B Street - student parking along residential cul-de-sac. • Concern - Drainage: The impact of developing the site on the drainage of the adjoining properties. c- The••irrpact of-the-students on ..Albion Park. - • Would 1 04th Avenue be wide enough to accommodate the increased traffic? Is there a plan to expand 100 Avenue? • Are there enough parking spaces? 02/22/02 10:28 V604 463 3607 SD#42 PROP.DE?1. - - 19004 DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION MEETING RZ-1 0.01 Rezoning Application to Permit Construction of a SecondarySchool Wednesday, February 20, 2002 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. qc © Albion ElementarySchool, Foyer, 10031 W Street PLEASE SIGN IN: Name (iease rrint) '41V I'Lu,ec7k!L€I¼ 41VAI P66~0,- koy'c 3o-so1\ 4VJLt Q(dfr44A kt i;:c jr, --- ~jh cJLa £4&lff Iitors42a// 7Ice. Phone: 4g - (ôqj/63-L4A' - Cpi2d1) $617 I - '/&'- 9?92 O4L46 7-0/EL 4 kw-m 4: 1eje &aa" 02/22/02 10:28 V604 463 3607 SD#42 PROP.DEPT. 121 005 DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION MEETING RZ-10-01 Rezoning ArpIication to Permit Construction of a Secondary School Wednesday, February 20,2002 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. S40 @ Albion Elementary School, Foyer, 10031 JW Street PLEASE SIGN IN: Name (please print): Ejione: Ag1 - Dfi/L) CO41 y /74~7— 3 Id JL)L L 4jo-i-- '1-s LLt de ee ?w//er - 5• a ArorapiLrg1 'A&LIjIj If Li QS cthc,yp 02422/02 10:29 604 463 3607 SD#42 PROP.DEPT. 10 007 DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION MEETING RZ-10-01 Rezoninci ADplication to Permit Construction of a Secondary School Wednesday, February 20,2002 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. @ Albion Elementary School. Foyer, 10031 204 0' Street COMMENT I QUESTION SHEET: Name: Address: Phone: E-mail: ( As 1. SAck \c\c 40 - _L_-.__. -..i Attach More Pacies if Necessary Thank you for your Comments & Questions a 3. 02/22/02 10:29 604 463 3607 SD#42 PROP.DEPT. 10008 DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION MEETING R2-10-01 Rezoning Application to Permit Construction of a Secondary School Wednesday, February 20,2002 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. © Albion Elementary School, Foyer, 10031 2040' Street COMMENT I QUESTION SHEET: Name: 3of- Address: A. Phone: L,cs4— 4-L- L3 E-mail: 1. cQI\ c-A —k- -LJh J•%aa 3. Attach More Pages if Necessary Thank you for your Comments & Questions 02722/02 10:29 '604 463 3607 SD#42 PROP.DEPT. DEVELOPMENT INFORMATIONMEETING RZ-10-01 Rezoning Aplication to Permit Construction of a Secondary School Wednesday, February 20,2002 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - @ Albion Elementary School, Foyer, 10031 204th Street - -. .. --------------- -COMMENt! QUESTION SHEET: NameAevintk'I c-sa"\ Address: Phone: O+ L. E-mail-, O(; á (\v '\ Ahtis * D A% ' - i i I1 009 Attach More Paaes if Necessary Thank you for your Comments & Questions 1. 2. 02/22/02 10:30 604 463 3807 SD#42 PR0P.DEPT._- - - 010 DEVELOPMENT INPORMAT[ON MEETJILG RZ-10-01 Rezoninq AipIication to Permit Construction of a Secondary Schooj Wednesday, February 20,2002 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. © Albion Elementary School, Foyer, 10031 204th Street COMMENT I QUESTION SHEET: - / Attach More Pages if Necessary Thankyou foryour Comments & Questions SD#42 PROP.LE IJ 011 - - - — - - - 02/22/02 10:30 JV604 463 3607 DEVELOMENI INFORMATION MEETING RZ1001 Rezorilnu ApIication to Permit Construction of a Secondary School Wednesday, February 20,2002 - 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. 0 Abion Elementary School, Foyer, 10031 2040' Street COMMENT I QUESTION SHEET: Name: - - Address: - /I16 g - 2 5 s Phone: - Y6 3 E-mail: fc -_J3Rriji? c -7 J nut - a eLd_~"q 1 2. An Pcco 77/i - R it! 719 Jp ji y I) vP Attach More Pages if Necessary Thank you for yojir Comments & Questiqs Z/; ,4 /e ,iJOu t4&k'111 c 9 CORPORATI()N OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 5978 - 2001. A By-law to amend the Official Community Plan WHEREAS the Local Government Act empowers a local government to adopt or amend an Official Community Plan; AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "B" to the Official Community Plan; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This By-law may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 5978 - 2001." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: Lot 5 Except: Firstly; Part Subdivided by Plan 18280 and Secondly; Part Subdivided by Plan 72100, Section 10 and 11, Township 12, New Westminster District Plan 12923. and outlined in heavy black line is hereby redesignated as shown on Map No. 605, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this bylaw. Maple Ridge Official Community Plan By-law No. 5434-1996 as amended is hereby amended accordingly. READ A FIRST TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of , A.D. 2002. READ A SECOND TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. READ A THIRD TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 2002. MAYOR CLERK IiIIIIuI) IE" 11... hO J 1°OhO H :.. - •P ,1292 . P 75957 homy P 75957 I I 10529 P 72100 P 72100 6 7 Rom5 1052 10529 1 r...... ............................ 5 8 8 4 . LO 0 p 60927 P 60927 P 31591 0.80000 .pj729j.___ P 18280 Il 12 10 223 - / ThhO I P7200 120.1 104 AVE. 20.1 250'B L U E133'B 8852 P21679 p 21679 1125 ho 1142 ho 1142 P. Chit ho Rem N 1 2 of NE 1/4 Sect on 3 Township 12 j _.1I__e1 103 AOE. MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMJVtUN TY •PLAN AMEN DI NC Bylaw No. 5978-2001 Map No. 605 From: School and Park, Single Family Residential(18 units per net hectare) and Conservation. To:[.-.-.-..-.j School and Park Ea Single Famfly Residential Conservation AMAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:4000 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 5977 - 2001 A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 5977 - 2001." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: Lot 5 Except: Firstly; Part subdivided by Plan 18280 and Secondly; Part subdivided by Plan 72100, Section 10 and 11, Township 12, New Westminster District Plan 12923 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1253 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby rezoned to P-i (Park and School) Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. READ a first time the day of , A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING held the day of , A.D. 2002. READ a second time the day of , A.D: 2002. READ a third time the day of , A.D. 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 2002. MAYOR CLERK P 20280 0.195 ho / 1P 48014 o45ho : 0ho 2 16.7 ho ( - RW 0.400 ho 0880ho '7 1 P 75957 N II P 72100 P 72100 6 7 RemS 9151ho 5 8 I 8 4 N J 0. C•l P 60927 P 60927 P 31591 - - 0 0.a09 ho 3 10969 P 18280 12 10 729i - -- - 9 II 1040 2 P12923 ____________ favm P72100\ 0.959 ho 2.275 ho 0.609 ho 10 LIL P 72100 104 AVE. 2506 I. M E1338 8852 P 21679 P 21679 1.125 ho 1.142 ho 1.142 ho 0.611 ho Rem N 1/2 of NE 1/4 SectIon 3 Township 12 I_4-ff- 103*50. ____ _______________________________________________________ _ MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING Bylaw No. 5977-2001 Map No. 1253 From: RS-3(One Family Rural Residential) To: P-1(Park and School) 6i), ant ~M~R A MAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:4000 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6035 -2002 A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 6035-2002." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: Lot 5 Except: Firstly; Part subdivided by plan 18280 and Secondly; Part subdivided by plan 72100, Section 10 and 11, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 12923 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1275 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby rezoned to RS-lb One Family Urban (Medium Density)Residential Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. READ a first time the day of , A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING held the day of READ a second time the day of READ a third time the day of RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the 2002. ,A.D.2002. A.D. 2002. A.D. 2002. day of Im MAYOR CLERK V E P 20280 0.195 ho e t JMP 48014 3 10.7 I. P 60927 P 60927 P 31591 Ii 12 10 01959 ho 2.275 ho 0.809 ho 104 AVE. 1 p75957 I 3 / 41 ho 0.468 ho - - R 0.4C0ho 0.860 ho I I P 12923 P 75957 P 75957 I.- 10885 15673 P 72100 P 72100 6 7 Rem S r 9.1511,8 5 8 1082 2 £0 4 N 10 1043 c..J 0.809 ho P - 1D59 2 P 12923 P 72100 /2110 10 6 N 1 P 72100 '044' 2508 L P 8852 1 P 21679 I U E1338 P 21679 1.142 ho 0.611 I Rem N 1/2 of NE 1/4 SectIon 3 TownshIp 12 MAPLE RDGE Z-CNE AMENDING Bylaw No. 6035-2002 Map No. 1275 From: RS-3(One Family Rural Residential) To: RS—lb(One Family Urban(medium density)Residential) MAPLE RIDGE A Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:4000 no CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor A. Hogarth DATE: April 04, 2002 and Members of Council FILE NO: RZI006/96 FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: C of W - PW & Dev SUBJECT: Rescind Bylaws 23525 Kanaka Way PURPOSE: A new rezoning application (RZ/005/02) has been submitted to rezone the property located at 23525 Kanaka Way to R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District). There were two previous rezoning applications for this site (RZ/04 1/94 and RZJ006/96) that were withdrawn subsequent to third reading. Accordingly, all Bylaw readings associated with RZJ041/94 and RZ1006/96 need to be rescinded and the files closed. RECOMMENDATION: That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw 5345-1995, granted 2nd and 3rd reading on November 28, 1995 and granted 1st reading on October 24, 1995 be rescinded; That Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw 5460-1996, granted 2nd and 3rd reading on September 24, 1996 and granted 1st reading on August 27, 1996 be rescinded; and That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw 5461-1996, granted 2dand 3rd reading on September 24, 1996 and granted V reading on August 27, 1996 be rescinded. BACKGROUND: Applicant: Avex Consultants Ltd. Owner: CPMCU Investments Inc. Legal Description: Lot A, Section 404, Plan LMP18097 OCP: Existing: Compact Housing (40 units per net hectare) Proposed: Development Permit Area XXI Zoning: Existing: Proposed: Surrounding Uses: North: South: East: West: Existing Use of Property: Proposed Use of Property: Access: Servicing: Previous Applications: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) RIM-i (Townhouse Residential) Vacant Kanaka Creek Vacant Kanaka Creek Elementary School Vacant Residential Gilker Hill Road Full Urban RZJ041/94, RZ/006/96 -1- qo'/ Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No.5345-1995 (RZJ041/94) was given third reading on November 28, 1995, Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No.5460-1996 and Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No.6030-2002 (RZ/006/96) were given third reading on September 24, 1996. SUMMARY: The project proposed under applications R7J041194 and RZ1006/96 has been withdrawn. A new rezoning application has now been submitted to rezone the property to R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District). It is therefore recommended that all readings to the Bylaws associated with RZ104 1/94 and RZ1006/96 be rescinded. tfl p red by: David SteXenson of Planning id &2t~ I Frank Quinn, P.Eng.,PMP Acting Chief Administrative Officer DS/jvt -2- CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 5345 - 1995. A By-law to amend the Official Community Plan WHEREAS Section 997 of the Municipal Act provides that the Council may revise the Official Community Plan; AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "A", "C" & "H" to the Official Community Plan; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This By-law may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amendment By-law No. 5345 - 1995." Schedule "C" is hereby amended for those parcels or tracts of land and premises known and described as: Lot A, District Lot 404, Group 1, Plan LMP 18097, New Westminster District MOM Lot 10, District Lot 404, Group 1, Plan 11216, New Westminster District and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 479, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby redesignated to Compact Housing (40 units per net hectare). Schedule "A" is hereby amended by adding the following in correct numerical order to Subsection (B) of Development Permit Area XXI in the Appendix: Lot A, Plan LMP 18097 & Lot 10, Plan 11216, both of D. L. 404, Gp. 1, N.W.D. Those parcels or tracts of land and premises known and described as: Lot A, District Lot 404, Group 1, Plan LMP 18097, New Westminster District M. Lot 10, District Lot 404, Group 1, Plan 11216, New Westminster District I , Page 2 Bylaw No. 5345-1995 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 480, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this bylaw, are hereby designated as Development Permit Area XXI (13) on Schedule "H". 5. Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Designation By-law No. 4167 - 1989 as amended is hereby amended accordingly. READ A FIRST TIME the day of , A.D. 199 PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of READ A SECOND TIME the day of READ A THIRD TIME the day of RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED the A.D. 199. ,A.D.199 ,A.D.199 ,A.D.199 day of MAYOR CLERK F7.7'47 4 ii 50 P32636 2 2.bltl. t3flh. mAr a 04 22 19 P39988 416 P13 LU? ha Ifim II II R.4 Re,, 19 P 24650 P35398 5.2 1.23II. - jj - 112 AVE. 112 AVE. S 55 12 5. _ J.324 55 (t.tu) d. 29 - )A. Pd. A p 35849 9<3890 P 47210 P11 5.4 '.55. qc;! N01Z ThIs OP SEEI4S TO jT. - I 4 — I - R13 2O — P38649 \ I ZZZ PIAN 1 - 5.121,. 17 16 15 14 13 PA( CR 10 9 w,41 P 3 \ 8 22 11 12 / / 14 I / MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING Bylaw No. 5345-1995 Map No. 479 TO REDESIGNATE: 1:4000 FROM: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (18 units per net hectare) TO: COMPACT HOUSING (40 unrts per net hectare) MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING Bylaw No. 5345-1995 Map No. 480 1:4000 PURPOSE: TO DESIGNATE AS DEVELPOMENT PERMIT AREA XXI (13) CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 5460 - 1996 A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 5460 - 1996." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: Lot A, District Lot 404, Group 1, Plan LMP 18097, New Westminster District and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1117 a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby rezoned to RM- 1 (Townhouse Residential). Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. READ a first time the day of , A.D. 199. PUBLIC HEARING held the day of , A.D. 199. READ a second time the dayof ,A.D.199. READ a third time the day of , A.D. 199. APPROVED by the Minister of Transportation and Highways this day of , A.D. 199. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 199. MAYOR CLERK 5- 10 P 1121$ Pd. A P $4014 an an Sun 13 P 36145 12 P 26545 \ Ep WI . Pd. W I P47210 I &4S IN Allow CREOC (4 ----- kNAK4 PLAIII am H AL '7 I Ii 0 I P15 ,11 — II fly $PlI2OI 2 tI- JJ I' I, 1$ P 41173 1 Ia. 0.II It II 4 II P 24010 I, II II __ 112 AVE. 1 - A P 14 -, '5 P 12 P awn WI - 22 P a-- P 21155 14 As IS P 36355 aa. Pd. A 12* LW 2U1S5 12 I- I- k 715V L I) II 14 p MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING Qylaw No. 5460-1996 Map No. 1117 Rezone From: RS-3(One Family Rural Residential) To: RM-1(Townhouse Residential) I - 1:4000 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 5461 - 1996. A By-law to amend the Official Community Plan WHEREAS Section 997 of the Municipal Act provides that the Council may revise the Official Community Plan; AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "A" & "H" to the Official Community Plan; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This By-law may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amendment By-law No. 5461 - 1996." Schedule "A" is hereby amended by adding the following in correct numerical order to Subsection (B) of Development Permit Area XXI in the Appendix: Lot A, Plan LMP 18097 and Lot 10, Plan 11216 both of D.L. 404, Gp.l, NWD Those parcels or tracts of land and premises known and described as: Lot A, Plan LMP 18097, NWD and Lot 10, D.L. 404, Gp.l, Plan 11216, NWD and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 509, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby designated as Development Permit Area XXI (13) on Schedule "H". Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Designation By-law No. 5434 - 1996 as amended is hereby amended accordingly. READAFIRSTTIMEthe dayof ,A.D.199. PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of A.D. 199. READ A SECOND TIME the day of A.D. 199. READ A THIRD TIME the day of A.D. 199. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of A.D. 199 MAYOR CLERK I. - MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING Bylaw No. 5461-1996 ap No. 509 1:4000 PURPOSE: TO DESIGNATE AS DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AREA XXI (13) ~ Y(Fo - CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor Al Hogarth DATE: April 4, 2002 and Members of Council FILE NO: FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: CoW - PW&DS SUBJECT: Official Community Plan Review Process PURPOSE: The Planning Department Business Plan for 2002 identifies that an Official Community Plan review is being undertaken this year, with a draft to be presented to Council in December. The following report provides an overview of the status of the Official Community Plan review, including a brief discussion regarding the range of issues that are to be addressed, and public consultation process. RECOMMENDATION: That the process identified in the report entitled 'Official Community Plan Review', dated April 4, 2002 be endorsed. DISCUSSION: The existing Official Community Plan was adopted in September 1996, following a comprehensive review. The review took approximately 18 months, and relied heavily on the volunteer efforts of a Council appointed Citizen Advisory Committee. The Plan is approximately 5 years old and from a staff perspective contains sound planning policies that align well with the Greater Vancouver Regional District's Livable Region Strategic Plan, plus has been fundamental in shaping the growth of the community. The Local Government Act regulations identify that the District's Regional Context Statement must be reviewed in 2003, although it should be noted that the municipality is under no obligation to conduct a comprehensive review of the Official Community Plan at this time. However the strong growth that continues in Maple Ridge and the timing of the Greater Vancouver Regional District's Livable Region Strategic Plan review suggest that a review of the Official Community Plan is timely. Through Council's 2002 Business Planning Process the effectiveness of the current Official Community Plan was discussed and it was decided that a comprehensive review was not warranted. Instead, it was recommended that the Official Community Plan review would be focused on resolving a number of outstanding issues. Those specific issues are identified in the following table, and reflect the projects identified in the Planning Departments Business Plan. The Official Community Plan review will be undertaken using a combination of staff and consultants, with the overall coordination of the review being conducted by the Manager of Community Planning. .4. ?0J000 Official Community Plan Issues Chart Deliverable2 OCP policies including, Parks, Transportation, Gravel, Capital, Financial & Economic Development Heritage discussion paper Heritage OCP policies Affordable housing strategy Affordable housing OCP policies Revised Regional Context Statement Updated population projections Residential needs assessment Residential OCP policies Com. & md. economic assessment Corn. & md. OCP policies Start Date Summer '02 Spring '02 Fall '02 Spring '02 Fall '02 Fall '02 Spring '02 Spring '02 Fall '02 Spring '02 Fall '02 underway Spring '02 Summer/Fall '02 Spring '02 Fall '02 Spring '02 Fall '02 Summer '02 Summer '02 Summer '02 FaIl '02 Issues1 Inclusion of Completed Reports Heritage Affordable Housing Regional Context Statement Population & Residential Commercial & Industrial Silver Valley Phase 1 - Initiation Phase II— Policy development Phase III - Implementation Environment Environment discussion paper Environment OCP policies Agriculture Agricultural discussion paper Agricultural OCP policies Reformat OCP Graphics Review/Reduce development permit areas Reformat Revise certain OCP schedules In the creation of the 2002 Business Plan for the Planning Department there was discussion regarding the timing for a land use review of the Albion Flats. At that time it was decided that further review of the area would not take place until a commercial, and industrial needs assessment of the community was addressed through the Official Community Plan review. As noted on the chart above, a commercial and industrial economic assessment is scheduled to begin in the spring of this year. Once this consultant report is completed and the findings are available, it will be possible to address the land use for the Albion Flats in a future work program. It should also be noted that in September 2001, Council resolved that a private land 'Not listed in any significant order 2 of these projects may require amendments to the Zoning Bylaw, Subdivision & Development Servicing Bylaw,Many etc. 2 use study could be undertaken for the south-eastern portion of the Albion Flats, on the understanding that all costs would be borne by the applicant. This study is currently underway and it is anticipated that a draft land use plan will be submitted to the District later this year. The results of this study will likely have implications for the balance of lands within the Albion Flats. Public Consultation As mentioned earlier in this report, the previous Official Community Plan review was a comprehensive review that for the most part resulted in the creation of many new policies. The 1996 Plan was reviewed by a Council appointed Citizen Advisory Committee comprised of approximately 15 members, who met weekly (often two times a week), over a 12 month time period. While this process was undoubtedly interesting, it placed a burden on the volunteers with respect to time commitment, and subjected each of them to a wide range of issues that may or may not have been of interest. The following is the public consultation program designed to address the scope of the project: • Focus Groups Recognizing the time conmiitment required for a Council appointed Citizen Advisory Committee, and the nature of the issues that have been identified, it is proposed that a number of topic specific focus groups be formed to discuss and review issues. Specifically, focus groups would be established to review the heritage, affordable housing/residential, commerciallindustrial, agricultural and environmental policies in the Official Community Plan. Depending on the issues that may arise during the review, other focus groups may need to be formed. It is envisioned that the focus groups would be formed by advertising the need for public representatives through media, Council meetings, and inviting representation from interest groups. Each focus group should be comprised of members of the public with a special interest or expertise in a specific topic of discussion. The purpose of the focus groups would be to serve as a sounding board for specific issues, however these groups would not be expected to select strategies or finalize policies. Each group would meet until an issue has been reasonably addressed and would then disband. . Role of District Advisory Committees The Community Heritage Conmiission, Social Planning Committee, and Economic Advisory Commission have identified participating in the Official Community Plan review in their Business Plans for 2002. Specifically, the Heritage Commission is leading the review of the District's heritage policies; Social Planning Committee is leading the updating of the Affordable Housing Strategy; and the Economir Advisory Commission has indicated an interest in participating in the commercial & industrial review. Depending on issues that may arise during the Official Community Plan review, other existing Municipal Advisory Committees may be requested to participate in the review. • Presentation of Draft Official Community Plan Once the focus groups and relevant District Advisory Committees have reviewed specific issues, and a comprehensive draft Plan has been compiled, a series of public meetings will be organized. These meetings will be held throughout the community at either Community Association halls or other neighbourhood venues, and will be advertized in the local newspaper. It is anticipated that these meetings will be conducted from September to November 2002. 3 Web Page As background reports and draft policy sections become available, this information will be posted on the District's web page. Also to be included on the Web will be the public consultation schedule and Official Community Plan contact information. . Council Updating Council will be provided with regular updates regarding the status of the Official Community Plan review, plus Consultants will be required to present their findings and recommendations to Council upon completion of their projects. INTERGOVERNMENTAL ISSUES: Throughout the Official Community Plan review Provincial legislative changes will be monitored and relevant changes will be identified. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: Environmental policies are one of the major issues that will be undertaken as a component of the Official Community Plan review. The environmental policy work will be conducted by staff, with input from an Environmental Focus Group. CITIZEN/CUSTOMER IMPLICATIONS: One of the primary goals of the Official Community Plan review is to create a document that is easy to read and understand, relying heavily on graphics and visual images. The issues that are to be addressed will be reviewed in consultation with focus groups, and the draft Official Community Plan documents will be presented in a series of community meetings. INTERDEPARTMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: The Official Community Plan review will be done in consultation with other District of Maple Ridge Departments. The range of involvement in the Official Community Plan review will differ depending on issues, however, all interested departments will be provided with opportunities to review the Plan. For example, the Engineering Department is taking the lead on the Transportation and capital components of the Official Community Plan review; the Parks Department is addressing parks and open space issues; and the Finance Department will be assisting with the financial provisions required for inclusion in the Plan. To ensure that the draft Official Community Plan policies are well integrated and that Municipal Departments are involved in the drafting of, and are familiar with the proposed policies, an internal Official Community Plan working committee will be established. The Committee will have representation from Public Works & Development Services, Community Development, Parks and Recreation, and Corporate and Financial Services Divisions, and will be formed in consultation with the General Managers. 4 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: The Official Community Plan review is identified in the Planning Departments 2002 Budget and Capital Plan. All expenditures related to the review, including the hiring of consultants, can be undertaken within budget. ALTERNATIVES: The Official Community Plan review is identified in the Planning Departments Business Plan as a project for 2002/2003. An alternative to conducting the Official Community Plan review in 2002 is to delay it for another year, or eliminate it as a project entirely. Staff are in position to conduct this Official Community Plan review this year and have budgeted accordingly. The Department recommends that the Official Community Plan review be undertaken this year. SUMMARY: The Planning Department Business Plan for 2002 identifies that an Official Community Plan review will be undertaken this year, with a draft to be presented to Council in December. Given the fact that the existing Official Community Plan is only 5 years old and remains an effective policy document, a comprehensive review is not recommended at this time. A review process that is intent on resolving a number of outstanding issues has been identified, with consultation occurring in the form of focus group and community meetings. (L14 c1Lzi Prepared by: Christine Carter, MCIP Manager Community Planning , MCIP Approved by: Frank Quinn, P.Eng., PMP GM: Public Works & Development Services Acting CAO 5 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor A. Hogarth DATE: April 02, 2002 and Members of Council FILE NO: RZ/069/00 FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: C of W - PW & Dev SUBJECT: First Reading Bylaw No.'s 6015-2002 and 6009-2002 24308 & 24318 104 Avenue PURPOSE: An application has been made to rezone the above noted properties to RS-lb (One Family (medium density) Residential Zone and R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District) Zone to permit the future subdivision of the site into approximately 42 lots. This application will also require an amendment to the Conservation Designation shown on Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan as there is no watercourse present on the site. RECOMMENDATION: That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6015-2002 be read a first time and be forwarded to Public Hearing; That Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6009-2002 be read a first time and be forwarded to Public Hearing; and That the following terms and conditions be met prior to final reading: Amendment to Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan; Registration of a covenant at the Land Title Office for a Comprehensive Plan of Development (for the portion of the property zoned R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District); A preliminary geotechnical report which addresses the suitability of the site for the proposed development; and Inclusion of the site into Sewer Area "A". BACKGROUND: Applicant: Portrait Homes/Mr Wayne Jackson Owner: Insignia Homes Legal Description: West 250 feet Lot "B" Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 8852 and Lot "L" Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 21679. OCP: Existing: Compact Housing (30 units per net hectare) & Conservation Proposed: Compact Housing (30 units per net hectare) Zoning: Existing: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) Proposed: R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District) and RS-lb (One Family (medium density) Residential / cTh Surrounding Uses: N: S: E: W: Existing Use of Property: Proposed Use of Property: Access: Servicing: Previous Applications: Residential Residential Residential Residential Residential Residential 104 Avenue To be provided at subdivision. N/A PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Two properties, approximately 2.267 hectares in size, are involved in this development application. The development proposal is for single family residential development under the RS-lb (One Family (medium density) Residential) zone for lots on the north portion of the site fronting 104 th Avenue and the R-3 (Special Arnenit7 Residential District) zone for those lots on the south. The proposed site plan shows the extension of 243 Street from the south through the Jayman subdivision for access to approximately 35 lots and access to seven more lots to be provided off 104th Avenue, for a total of 42 lots. While provision for pedestrian access to 104 Avenue is shown, vehicular access will not be accommodated. The topographic constraints of this site requires the consideration of the following: For the seven lots fronting 104 th Avenue - RS-lb (One Family (medium density) Residential zone: The need for lots to be a minimum width of 15 meters to accommodate the topographic constraints; The need for the three most westerly lots to share an access driveway to accommodate the topographic constraints; and The need to retain one of the existing homes on the site. There will be the ability in the future to further subdivide if the house is removed. For the 35 lots off 243Td Street - R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District) Zone. The inability to provide lane access to the lots on the west side of the site; The need for a Development Variance Permit to reduce the minimum lot depth, from 27 meters to 25.5 meters for the lots on the east side of the site. This will provide lane access for this bank of lots and the future development of the land to the east. The Development Variance Permit will be a condition of subdivision. The need for Council to approve a Development Variance Permit, as a condition of subdivision, to reduce the road width from 18 meters to 15.5 meters and the lane width from 7.5 meters to 6 meters in order to comply with the servicing standards adopted for the Albion Village Neighbourhood. The pavement width will also be reduced from 8.6 meters to 8 meters. -2- Albion Guide Plan: The proposed development is compatible with the small lot development pattern established in the Albion Guide Plan and continues the lotting pattern established on the land to the south. The applicant has provided a land use plan to show how the property to the east can develop on its own merits and include the road extension to connect 102' Avenue and 104 th Avenue. This neighbourhood connection to 104th Avenue is an important element of the guide plan. The need for this connection has been confirmed by two independent transportation studies for the Albion Village Neighbourhood. The first study formed the basis for the alternative road standards and confirmed the need for connectivity. The second study confirmed the relative importance of this specific connection in properly distributing traffic in the neighbourhood. In general, the plan would benefit from additional connections between 1021 Avenue and 104th Avenue but topographic constraints make only one achievable. The development of this proposal will delay the construction of the connecting road between 102'" and 104th Avenue to be co-incident with future development of the neighbouring property. The following are some concerns with the delay. • The need for the connection increases with ongoing development. Achieving the access at an early date establishes use patterns that are apparent for new residents. • The location of the connection on the neighbouring property defers achieving the connection to a time after which the bulk of the neighbourhood will be occupied. The anticipated construction of a secondary school on 104th Avenue will heighten the need for the road. • The location of the connecting road on the neighbouring property may pose difficulties in the pattern of the potential lots. Many of these issues could be more appropriately addressed if both properties were being developed at the same time. The applicant discussed the possibility of including the adjacent property in this rezoning applicant but the owner decided not to proceed at this time. In order to alleviate concerns over the economic viability of the neighbouring property accommodating the road in the future, the applicant supplied a brief analysis of the two development proposals. His analysis indicates that future development of the road on the neighbouring property is economically viable if the property is developed under a similar zone and pattern. PLANNING ANALYSIS: Official Community Plan: Schedule "B" The overall density of the development proposal is 24 units per net hectare and complies with the Compact Housing (30 units per net hectare) designation, which is a category that allows construction of attached single family units at a density higher than 18 units per net hectare. It will, however, be necessary to amend Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan to Compact Housing (30 units per net hectare) and delete the Conservation designation presently shown on the sites northwest side. This area was identified in an environmental report prepared for the Albion area by Resource Systems Management International Ltd. Their findings were based on the topographical conditions of the site; there is no watercourse present. The -3- report suggested that areas impacted by topographical constraints be required to prepare a geotechnical assessment in support of the development proposal. This has been made a condition of final reading for this application. Zoning Bylaw: The application is to rezone the north portion of the site fronting 104th Avenue to RS-lb (One Family (medium density) Residential). This zone requires lots to be a minimum of 15 meters in width and will recognize the limited building envelope area and the topographic constraints of the site. The south portion of the site is proposed to be zoned R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District) zone. As this application was made prior to Council's consideration of the Intensive Residential Development Permit Area it will be considered under the Comprehensive Plan of Development requirement of the R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District) Zone. This requires that a Comprehensive Plan of Development be registered at the Land Title Office as a condition of zoning. The Comprehensive Plan of Development will provide direction for the form and character of the housing types proposed. Development Permit: The site is within Development Permit XXVI in response to the Resource Systems Management International report dated June 1993 and prepared for the Albion area in support of the Official Community Plan Review of that year. The report recognized the topographical constraints of the site and will require a geotechnical assessment prior to subdivision. A preliminary report has been requested as a condition of zoning and in support of the amendment to Schedule 'B' of the Official Community Plan from Conservation to Compact Housing (30 units per net hectare). Development Information Meeting: The applicant hosted a Development Information Meeting on February 22, 2002. The summary of that meeting is attached. Comments received concerned the condition of 104 Avenue and increased traffic. Those comments have been forwarded to the Engineering Department. INTERGOVERNMENTAL ISSUES: N/A ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A CITIZEN/CUSTOMER IMPLICATIONS: The ability to achieve a road connection between 102 Avenue and 104 Avenue will not be available until land to the east of this development site develops. Until then, traffic will be directed to either 240 th Street or Thdustriai Avenue to access the new A ibion Secondary School which is being constructed to the north of this site. INTERDEPARTMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: The Engineering Department has identified that all the services required for the development proposal can be provided at the time of subdivision. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: N/A ALTERNATIVES: N/A A SUMMARY: The application is in conformance with the land use pattern established for the Albion Area and generally complies with the Official Community Plan. It is recommended that first reading be granted to Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 6015-2002 and Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 6009-2002 and that this application be forwarded to Public Hearing. Práa red by: d'ay McMillan Prepared Approved by: )jane Frank Quinn, P.Eng., PMP Acting Chief Administrative Officer GMJjvt -5- Sn tJU._J.Jp P 66 84 P 10921 P 60927 P 60927 P 31591 14 15 1 11 12 10 642 ha 0.642 ha 1.796 ha 0.959 ha 2.275 ha 0.809 ha 7 *pp017 F 37 38 W 250' B L M E 133 B 04 r) N 10 00 P 41519 P 8852 P 21679 P 21679 a) a- 0 Of a 0.809 ha 0.809 ho 0.809 ha 1.125 ho 1.142 ha 1.142 ho 0.611 ho PARK 10J15 10 11/JU ,ojo, 103 AVE. 0) LMP 35918 04 10J12 1029. 98 103 AVE. /0J06iZ 2/029. CL/0300°' /029/ /0294 ) /0289 101102 10286w N 102931 /0288 /02& /0280 j:f /0287i 10282 0-1 1028J _________ /027, (0 I024 /0276a- 10279 00 jg7 /0270 /027 0____ E 481115/ 1026. N /02&9 , J1o2sj i026i /027 I 29 245.35' 0 () _______ (O J (0 107 U) 2 Sl 102 B AVE. 'I _7 U) 11O 11 1d114I1II 15I111111' 112 121 I UMIP I I325I .j Ito -1tAi 3629 lI _____ _____________________ _________ P 38143 /LNIP 36296 I cii fl r SCALE: 1:2500 SUBJECT PROPERTIES VALLEY HEY W0D iIncorporated DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE _____ CORPORATION OF THE MAPLE RIDGE PLANNING DEPARTMENT THORNHILL 12 September, 1874 DRAWN BY: T.M. I DATE: Apr. 4 2002 I FILE: RZ-69-00 1Ø / r LAM 01 -27, II T{ :fJfT1E ' 1 t!Ir H i \ All - ( - t#ctt damax consultants ltd. 3862w, 14th wotnuo. 'OOhVOO vhr tot, 224-6827 (4222-9240 _-\-rçi 4-7---\ \ \'/---• - /c( 'Q ow) \ \ N— -\ '\\• N K > \\\ \ CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6015 - 2002. A By-law to amend the Official Community Plan WHEREAS the Local Government Act empowers a local government to adopt or amend an Official Community Plan; AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedule "B" to the Official Community Plan; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This By-law may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 6015 - 2002." That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as: West 250 Feet Lot "B", Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 8852 AND Lot "L", Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District Plan 21679 and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 616, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this by-law, is hereby redesignated to: Compact Housing (30 units per net hectare) Maple Ridge Official Community Plan By-law No. 5434-1996 as amended is hereby amended accordingly. READ A FIRST TIME the day of , A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of - - ,A.D.2002. READ A SECOND TIME the day of A.D. 2002. READ A THIRD TIME the day of A.D. 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of ,A.D. 2002. MAYOR CLERK V 66684 P 10921 P 60927 P 60927 P 31591 15 1 11 12 10 N ha 0.642 ha 1.796 ha 0.959 ha 2.275 ho 0.809 ha 7\ *PP01 7 F 37 38 L M E 133' B c..J N U) P p1519 8852 P 21679 P 21679 00 0 a- 0.809 ha 0.809 ha 0.809 ha .125 ha 1.142 ha 1.142 ha 0.611 ha 10 L I) XJ PARK 103 AVE. j/cr-o/C30! ______ LMP 35918 98 /o3!2 /029. /0306 /029 a- 10-Tooroo- N, c,'10291 I I /0294r -. '),/0289 10 i /029,3 1 10288 10295 535455657J jJ Ja28?j 10282 1028J /0271 co L O /0284 /02760..10279 ' ,, /0270 1027 r(n E 4841/ 1121 J/al6 I/O264 1027 29 245.35' 0 LL) i J I 107 (,____ 2 __ 102 B AVE. 37 38 39 4C 442L3LJ454614 ( I325I _ I 1081 11 1111114l 115I1l1111 112d121 626 Iu I A ____________ ____________ j 32 11 I ,L P P 36296 38143 MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING Bylaw No. 6015-2002 Map No. 616 From: Conservation To: Compact Housing(30 units per net hectare) AMAPLE RIDGE Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE BY-LAW NO. 6009-2002 A By-law to amend zoning on Map "A" forming part of Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended. WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended; NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: This by-law may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 6009-2002." Those parcels or tracts of land and premises known and described as: All that portion of: West 250 Feet Lot "B", Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District Plan 8852 And Lot "L", Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District Plan 21679 And outlined in heavy black line is hereby rezoned to R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District), and that portion shown hatched is hereby rezoned to RS-lb (One Family Urban(Medium Density)Residential), as shown on Map No. 1264, a copy of which is attached hereto and forms part of this bylaw. Maple Ridge Zoning By-law No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached thereto are hereby amended accordingly. READ a first time the day of , A.D. 2002. PUBLIC HEARING held the day of , A.D. 2002. READ a second time the day of , A.D. 2002. READ a third time the day of , A.D. 2002. RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of 2000. ,A.D. MAYOR CLERK P 10921 P 60927 P 60927 P 31591 15 11 12 10 ho 0.642 ha 1.796 ho 0.959 ho 2.275 ha 0.809 ha 7 104 AVE. *PPO17 F 37 38 W 250' B L M E 133' B r) If) N to aD P 1519 P 8852 P 21679 P 21679 0 0 0.809 ha 0.809 ha 0.809 ha 1.125 ha 1.142 ha 1.142 ho 0.611 ha PARK to L iaJm'- 1QJW 103 AVE. LMP 35918 04 /0J12 io.'s 98 Thf CO / ',aJo6 Q1t23C uu /0291 535L556] N/ 10288 _ _ Rf028.?J _ P(n '° I'°"c /j , E ,. co/O2eg Z !/0264 29 245.35' CIO r'°'i ° to I It) 107 2 102 8 AVE. 373 394 4 42I44I45I46j4; I 1081 Ill_i 1I141'5lt1 1111 12 12 32O5I I I 626 ttr) A1 tJ.._3f2 - P 38143 36296 MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDiNG Bylaw No. 6009-2002 Map No. 1264 From: RS-3(One Family Rural Residential) To: R-3(Special Amenity Residential District) and RS—lb(One Family Urban(medium density)Residential) shown hatched 6;% amt, ~m~; MAPLE RIDGE A Incorporated 12 September, 1874 1:2500 PorR)llnes February 28, 2002 Public Information Meeting Rezoning Application RZ-69-00 Summary • Public Information Sign was posted on property February 7, 2002. • Notice was posted in the Maple Ridge News February 16 and February 19, 2002. • Notice of meeting was mailed to the entire mail list provided to Portrait Homes from the District on February 8, 2002. • Public Information Meeting was held at the Albion Community Hall on February 22, 2002 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm. • The hail was opened at 2:30pm. • In attendance at the meeting representing Portrait Homes were Wayne Jackson, Robert Grimm and the engineer on record David Laird. • There were eleven visitors in total. Seven were from the immediate neighbourhood and four from other areas of Maple Ridge. • David Laird was asked a few questions regarding the upgrade of 1 04 th avenue. The people appeared to be satisfied with David's explanation. • All visitors were given a detailed explanation of the proposed subdivision inclusive of the character of the new homes to be built by Portrait Homes. • Four people signed the attendance record. • One person filled out a comment form. • The hail was closed at 7:10pm. #200-6660 6raybar Rd., Richmond, B.C. V6W 1H9 • ph: (604) 270-1889 • fax: (604) 270-1841 Public Information Meeting Feb 22 /02 Rezoning Application RZ-69-00 24308 & 24318 104' Avenue Maple Ridge B.C. Thank you for attending, today's public information meeting. Portrait Homes Ltd. would appreciate your comments on the proposed residential development that is being presented today. Please feel comfortable to express your thoughts in the space provided below. Public Information Meeting Feb 22/02 biv ELItUornes Rezoning Application RZ-69-00 24308 & 24318 104t11 Avenue Maple Ridge B.C. People in Attendance Name Property Address I Home Address Telephone Number Fax Number 7Pi /ft4c 372- /sa1f. 5. 77 4, 67 J 6o,- 0/~/")qv CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor Al Hogarth DATE: April 3, 2002 and Members of Council FILE NO: N/A FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: Cl S SUBJECT: Discussion Paper on the Agricultural Land Reserve Application Review Process PURPOSE: Council has requested clarity in respect to the required process and procedure of Agricultural Land Reserve application consideration as required by the Agricultural Land Reserve Act and regulations. RECOMMENDATIONS: That further review of the District's Agricultural Land Reserve application processing procedures be deferred until changes to the Land Commission are clarified by the Provincial Govermnent; That the establishment of agricultural policies be pursued through the review of the Official Community Plan as outlined in the 2002 Business Plan; and That staff be directed to discuss the interface between the Green Zone and agricultural lands through the Livable Region Plan review process. Changes at the Land Reserve Commission Earlier this year as a result of the core review of provincial services, the Provincial Government announced changes to both the structure and duties of the Land Reserve Commission. Since late 2001, the Land Reserve Commission has been operating on an interim basis with five senior civil servants fulfilling the role of the Commission. In the spring of 2002 when new legislation is introduced, the structure of the Commission will alter in the following manner: • The Land Reserve Commission will be composed of eighteen commissioners and an appointed chair; • The Commission will be restructured into 6 regional panels whose membership will consist of 3 members of the Commission, and local representatives from the areas of agriculture, local government and business. The role of the commissioners on the panels will be to represent the proyincial interest with enhanced sensitivity to both regional and community needs; and • MapieRidgewillbeinclude&inthe LowerMainlan®ionwhichencompasses=the Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley and Sunshine Coast Regional Districts. Included in the announcement regarding the Agricultural Land Commission was changes to the Forest Land Reserve. In general terms, the Forest Land Reserve will be replaced by an initiative being formulated by the Ministry of Sustainable Resource Management. As there are no lands in Maple Ridge contained in the Forest Land Reserve, this shift will not affect the municipality. In addition to the governance restructuring, the duties of the Land Reserve Commission have also been reviewed and some direction provided for the future of agricultural land management in BC. Changes in roles include the following: • the Land Reserve Commission in the form of its regional panels will retain the ability to exclude lands from or include lands into the Reserve, and review subdivision or non-farm use requests; • under voluntary delegation agreements, the power to make decisions in land use and subdivision in the Agricultural Land Reserve will be delegated to local governments and monitored by the Commission; • although delegation of authority is voluntary, a target of 30% over 3 years has been set by the province; • the Commissions budget has been reduced in that same time period by 38%. If applied strictly to staffing levels, the reduction could imply that Land Commission staff would be reduced from the existing level of 35 to 20; and • indications are that there will not be additional resources accompanying the delegation of authority. While attempts have been made to place these changes in a positive light, it is clear that there will be reduced resources at the provincial level to assist local government in the administration and stewardship of it's agricultural resources. The value of the regional panels may be that decision making will reflect local circumstances and be more responsive to local needs, but input into the system will most likely fall within the realm of local government. These shifts in process indicate a need to ensure that agricultural policy within local areas is clear and up to date. In terms of the impact of these changes on Maple Ridge, it seems timely that a review of the agricultural policies within the municipality is part of the 2002 Business Plan. After review by the community and Council, the issues associated with accepting the delegation of authority may be clarified and a discussion initiated on the viability of accepting delegation of authority. In the meantime, it seems prudent to monitor the shifts in provincial direction and report back to Council on the impacts of those changes. This would include any impacts or change in direction that would impact the processing of applications. The Land Reserve Commission and the Greater Vancouver Regional District The announcements of the changes in the Land Reserve Conmiission have prompted the Greater Vancouver Regional District to also reevaluate its role in the administration of agricultural lands. Almost all of the 53,700 hectares (132,690 acres ) of land within the Agricultural Land Reserve in the Greater Vancouver Regional District is within the designated Green Zone. In recognition of the Greater Vancouver Regional District's goal of protecting the ALR within the Green Zone, an implementation agreement was established in 1996 with the then Agricultural Land Commission which reinforced this goal and assured both agencies of collaboration in dealing with agricultural land. The Implementation Agreement is currently due for renewal and the Greater Vancouver Regional District is also examining its role in the new Land Reserve Commission structure. Implications and opportunities for them include: Becoming a delegate for some or all municipalities within the Greater Vancouver Regional District; Preparing an agricultural land use plan for the application of delegated powers; and Reviewing local agricultural plans for consistency with the regional growth strategy. As the role of both agencies evolves over the coming months, it may provide more opportunities for assessing how local government can best meld its practices and polices with those of the region and whether or not the region can be a partner in the stewardship of agricultural lands. BACKGROUND: Agricultural Land Reserve Application Review Process The Application Process as defined by the Agricultural Land Reserve Act and Regulations The Agricultural Land Reserve Act and associated regulations prescribe submission and procedural requirements for all exclusion, subdivision, and non-farm use applications. The requirements identify how local government must process applications and what scope or flexibility it has in the process so as to cause an effective partnering of the Land Reserve Commission with local government on land use issues within the Agricultural Land Reserve. Which applications must be forwarded to the Land Reserve Commission for consideration? The Agricultural Land Reserve Act and regulations specify which applications must be forwarded directly to the Land Reserve Commission for consideration, and which applications (and under what conditions) Council has the authority to exercise discretionary decision-making. Applications that must be forwarded to the Land Reserve Commission for consideration: • applications that concern land in the Agricultural Land Reserve not zoned to permit agriculture and not requiring an amendment to the Official Community Plan andlor zoning bylaw. Applications in which Council has discretionary decision making authority: • applications that concern land zoned to permit agriculture and requiring an amendment to the Official Community Plan and/or zoning bylaw (in this case, Council has the authority to decide whether or not it will authorize an application to proceed to the Land Reserve Commission). What material must be sent to the Land Reserve Commission in conjunction with an application? For those applications that Council authorizes to proceed, the Agricultural Land Reserve Act and regulations require that the following must be forwarded to the Land Reserve Commission together with an application: A resolution of Council authorizing the application to proceed to the Land Reserve Commission; Council's comments and recommendations; any other information Council wants the Land Reserve Commission to consider; and 4) the Land Reserve Commission "Local Government Report" form (copy of the form attached for reference). While the legislation does not require that local government forward a "staff report" in conjunction with the other material, it is common practice. Furthermore, the Land Reserve Commission "Local Government Report" form requires the input of planning staff comments (as well as other comments); as such the staff report is attached to fulfill this requirement. The value of the staff report is that it provides a level of detailed information that the Land Reserve Commission might not otherwise have access to. The Agricultural Land Reserve regulations permit the Land Reserve Commission to require that local government provide any relevant information it deems necessary. How are applications reviewed? The Agricultural Land Reserve Act and regulations do not specify how local government must consider an application or what information it must consider. However, the scope of information considered is typically confined to established land use policy and the implications of relevant land use issues (e.g. impact on services, or neighbourhood impact, for instance). In some cases, local government has the benefit of "in- house" agricultural expertise (such as an Agriculture Advisory Committee) and will consider agricultural implications. Policy Context The District has three policy documents that address land use in the Agricultural Land Reserve which staff refers to in the preparation of a Council report. These documents include: Official Community Plan (1996) • the Official Community Plan provides general policy direction in regard to support for agriculture e.g. that continuation of the Agricultural Land Reserve is supported, that self- reliance in food production is encouraged, and that the use of buffering mechanisms is supported so as to minimize rural-urban land use conflicts; Adopted implementation schedule of the Rural Plan (January 1998) • this provides both site specific policy and wide-ranging policy direction for Agricultural Land Reserve lands; and Agricultural Land Reserve Planning Policies document (July 2000) • this document defines the conditions under which certain types of Agricultural Land Reserve applications would be supported e.g. subdivision application may be supported - where "cluster and consolidation" of lots is proposed, where topography warrants it, or if a "net benefit to agriculture" can be demonstrated. What is the Current Process? (refer to attached process chart for reference) Staff prepares a report to Council for each Agricultural Land Reserve application received. The report includes a recommendation as to whether the application should be authorized to proceed to the Land Reserve Conmiission for consideration - this position is largely a function of policy direction that staff is required to follow. Based on this, the nature of the proposal, and other information in the staff report, Council passes a resolution either authorizing or not authorizing the application to proceed to the Land Reserve Commission for consideration. This approach is largely consistent with the legislative requirements. However, it is required that Council provides comments and recommendations in conjunction 4 with all applications that it authorizes to proceed to the Land Reserve Commission - this requirement is not strictly adhered to. Council support for an application is an issue distinctly separate from whether or not Council authorizes an application to proceed to the Land Reserve Commission. Authorization for an application to proceed is a requirement prescribed by legislation. However, an expression of support or lack thereof by Council is not required by legislation and thus is purely a reflection of Council's position on a matter. It is worthwhile to note that the mere act of authorizing an application to proceed to the Land Reserve Commission often conveys the message that local government is willing to support a required Official Community Plan andlor zoning amendment in the event the Land Reserve Commission approves the application. Obviously, this perception can have implications for local government should it receive a subsequent application for bylaw amendment. Below are two brief case examples that illustrate the typical mechanics of the current application process within the District. Case Example #1 Exclusion application #ALR-37-99 - 1 16th Avenue & 248th Street • The application requested exclusion of a number of properties from the Agricultural Land Reserve; • The land was zoned to permit agriculture and designated Agricultural in the Official Community Plan; • The District's policies state that exclusion of lands from the Agricultural Land Reserve would be based on the merit of the proposal; • The analysis showed that the proposed exclusion did not prove merit and should not be forwarded to the Land Reserve Commission; • Council authorized the application to proceed to the Land Reserve Commission with the recommendation that the subject properties not be excluded from the Agricultural Land Reserve; and • The Land Reserve Commission reviewed the application and refused exclusion of the properties based on reasonable agricultural capability. Case Example #2 Subdivision/ non-farm use application #ALR-052-00 - Dewdney Trunk Road (Meadowridge School) • The application requested subdivision of land from two agricultural parcels to facilitate development of school playing fields; • The land was zoned to permit agriculture and designated Agricultural in the Official Community Plan; • Based on the fact that that there had been no negative impacts associated with the juxtaposition of school against farmland, analysis showed considered the proposal to have reasonable merit and as such be forwarded to the Land Reserve Commission; • Council resolved to forward the application to proceed to the Land Reserve Commission - comments and recommendation were not provided; and • The Land Reserve Commission reviewed the application and approved the proposed subdivision subject to the provision of fencing and vegetative buffering. Understanding the difference between "Comments and Recommendations" The Agricultural Land Reserve Act and regulations require that local government submit "comments and recommendations" in addition to other information where applications are authorized to proceed to the Land Reserve Conmiission. The spectrum of input is limitless and offers the Land Reserve Conmiission valuable insight into the position of local government on wide-ranging local issues. Without the benefit of this input, the Land Reserve Commission might not otherwise be aware of significant local area issues. Furthermore, it is an important layer of information that ultimately benefits the Land Reserve Commission in achieving sound decision making, local government in achieving its objectives, and the property owner by ensuring that decisions are based on all available information. The distinction between comments versus recommendations is as follows: Comments - there can be some overlap between comments and recommendations. However, comments typically pertain to whether an application is "supported" or "not supported" (and the related rationale underlying the position), or whether there are significant issues or concerns in relation to an application proposal - examples can include the following: • road dedication would be required; • services would be required; • bylaw amendment would be necessary; and • no comment. Recommendations - recommendations have the value of providing the Land Reserve Commission direction in relation to a land use proposal, for instance, where there are site specific circumstances that might otherwise be unknown - examples can include the following: • that the Land Reserve Commission consider specific issues in relation to a proposal and impose specific requirements; • that the Land Reserve Commission defer consideration of an application pending the outcome of a relevant local government process; • that the Land Reserve Commission perform an agricultural capability assessment on the subject property in order to resolve outstanding questions; • that fencing and/or buffering be provided; • that an application be approved outright, or with conditions; • that an application be refused; and • no recommendation. The Land Reserve Commisslon/ Local Government Partnership The effectiveness of the Agricultural Land Reserve land use governance structure is based on a cooperative relationship between the Land Reserve Commission and local government. As such, the complementary levels of expertise help ensure that all available information relevant to a land use proposal is available to be considered. One of the more complicated legislative provisions concerns discretionary decision making authority of local government. As discussed above, this authority applies only under certain conditions, but is an essential tool particularly in cases where applications involve complicated local issues. Problems can arise where local government chooses to forward an application, despite being opposed to it, anticipating that the Land Reserve Commission will refuse the proposal based on the concerns of local government. The range of information that the Land Reserve Commission can consider as the basis for refusal of an application is defined by its mandate. This can be a problem for local government if its concerns are other than agricultural. Therefore, it can be advantageous for local government to exercise this discretionary decision making authority in order to ensure its interests are not compromised. Furthermore, it is equally important that local government submit appropriately detailed comments and recommendations so that its interests might be reflected in a Land Reserve Commission decision. SUMMARY: The Agricultural Land Reserve Act and regulations define how Agricultural Land Reserve applications are to be processed by local government. The purpose of this section of legislation is to ensure that local government and the Land Reserve Commission are operating in a coordinated manner so as to achieve effective land use decision making within the Agricultural Land Reserve. The practices of the District in this regard are essentially consistent with the required process. The only recommended adjustment to the current process is that Council provides both comments and recommendations for each application that is forwarded to the Land Reserve Commission. Recognizing that the role of the Land Reserve Commission and the interface between the Green Zone and agricultural lands through the Livable Region Plan review will evolve in coming months, it is recommended that District staff be directed to monitor changes. Ross Blackwell PrePapy Plann7 0 ttUIII IIIVLLU!LiL!I!I1 aIIy .J1A1.I RBIjvt a. Typical ALR Agricultural Land Reserve application filed at the District of Maple Ridge. Application Process Staff reviews application and a report is prepared for Council consideration Council authorizes the application to Council does not authorize the proceed to the Land Reserve application to proceed to the Land Commission for consideration Reserve Commission for consideration - application is closed Application reviewed by the LRC and Application reviewed by the Land refused - application is closed Reserve Commission and approved District of Maple Ridge notified of the LRC decision District of Maple Ridge notified of the Land Reserve Commission decision Applicant makes application to the District of Maple Ridge for rczoning andlor Official Community Plan amendment Applications can be for: • exclusion of land(s) from the ALR , or e for a non-farm use(s) or subdivision within the ALR F. CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor Al Hogarth DATE: April 3, 2002 and Members of Council FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: Coa ,V'-II__ SUBJECT: Disbursements for the Month Ended March 31, 2002 Purpose/Problem: To submit to council disbursements for March 2002 Summary/Conclusion The Council has authorized all voucher payments to be approved by the Mayor or Acting Mayor, together with the Director of Finance. Council authorizes the vouchers the following period through Council resolution. The disbursement summary for the past period is attached for your information. Expenditure details are available to any Council Member for review in the Finance Department. Recommendation(s) That the "disbursements as listed below for the month ended March 31, 2002 now be approved." GENERAL: $ 4,252,076.48 PAYROLL: 777,137.89 S 5,029.214.37 Prepared by: Catherine Nolan Accountant I Approved b)riG ' Director of Finance *.Approved by:au P Gill, B B A., CGA GM - Corporate Services & Finance Concurre ce: Frank Quinn, P. Eng., MBA Acting Chief Administrative Officer 100/ CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE MONTHLY DISBURSEMENTS - PERIOD 3, 2002 VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTON OF PAYMENT AMOUNT B C GAS UTILITY LTD GAS CHARGES - LEISURE CENTRE (JAN & FEB USAGE) 32887.22 B C S P C A SPCA CONTRACT PAYMENT (FEB & MAR) 25,876.00 BASIC BUSINESS SYSTEMS (1995) COMPUTER EQUIPMENT 62,367.52 BC 1-IYDRO HYDRO SERVICE 80,233.30 CHERRY HOMES LTD. SPCA RENOVATIONS 4,941.58 MUNICIPAL HALL RENOVATIONS 2,246.19 CROSSES CABINS 2,200.99 RCMP RENOVATIONS 17,390.27 YENNADON ACTIVITY CENTRE MAINT. 16,984.31 PITT MEADOWS MUSEUM 550.61 HAMMOND COMMUNITY CENTRE 2,231.10 TREE REMOVAL 3,320.22 49,865.27 14,789.58 16,769.13 CHEVRON CANADA LTD FUEL DB PERKS & ASSOCIATES LTD MISC PARTS & EQUIPMENT - LEISURE CENTRE DOUGLAS WELCH DESIGN CONSULTING - ARTS CENTRE E JACKSON DESIGN LTD GYM STORAGE LOCKERS FASKEN MARTINEAU DUMOULIN LLP LABOUR RELATIONS FRASER VALLEY REGIONAL LIBRARY QUARTER 1 2002 REMITTANCE KPMG PEAT MARWICK THORNE GST REVIEW MCTAR PETROLEUM LTD ROAD SALT METRO CAN CONSTRUCTION LTD CORE - PARK CORE- LINKING STRUCTURE CORE - LEISURE CENTRE EXPANSION MINISTER OF FINANCE & CORP 2001 GRANT IN LIEU - SCHOOL TAXES MRTC TOWER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP LEASE PAYMENT - LIBRARY CAPITAL REPAIR & REPLACEMENT FUND LEASE PAYMENT - OFFICE TOWER NOVAX INDUSTRIES CORP TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT - LOUGHEED & 227TH POWERPOINT ELECTRICAL 225 STREET PUMP STATION 248 STREET WATER PUMP STATION 250 STREET SEWAGE PUMP STATION RECEIVER GENERAL FOR CANADA PP 02/04 REMITTANCES PP 02/05 REMITTANCES RECEIVER GENERAL FOR CANADA RCMP CONTRACT - OCT - DEC 2001 RG ARENAS (MAPLE RIDGE) LTD. ICE RENTAL - JANUARY 2002 RGH PACIFIC HOLDINGS INC EMERGENCY VEHICLE TRAFFIC SIGNAL OVER RIDE EQUIPMENT RIDGE MEADOW COMM ARTS COUNCIL MONTHLY FEE FOR SERVICE PERIOD 2 PROGRAM REVENUE RIDGE MEADOWS SENIORS SOCIETY OPERATING FUNDS JAN-MAR 2002 RIDGEMEADOWS RECYCLING SOCIETY COLLECTION SERVICES SOFTCHOICE CORP SOFTWARE LICENCES AND MAINTENANCE SOUTHWESTERN FLOWTECH & ENVIRO FLOW MONITORING SERVICE STOTT, RODNEY WATERCOURSE MAPPING PROJECT SUNLIFE ASSURANCE CO OF CANADA LEASE PAYMENT - LEISURE & YOUTH CENTRE TD CANADA TRUST VISA PURCHASES - FEBRUARY 2002 TELUS PHONE SERVICE ULTRA-TECH CLEANING SYSTEM LTD JANITORIAL SERVICES DISBURSEMENTS IN EXCESS OF $15,000 DISBURSEMENTS UNDER $15,000 TOTAL PAYEE DISBURSEMENTS PAYROLL PP 02/05-06 TOTAL PERIOD 3, 2002 DISBURSEMENTS 54,144.01 15,323.90 17,167.40 18,306.63 21,116.47 388,926.25 20,099.95 21,672.51 74,371.82 34408.25 85,956.90 20,221.34 20,569.84 389,433.71 1,749,224.35 67,154.95 56,559.50 31,558.71 35,000.00 62,468.99 37,882.15 30,923.00 27,856.75 62,436.94 91,468.38 16,446.46 23,186.61 3,725,115.08 526,961.40 4,252,076.48 777,137.89 5,029,214.37 23,652.48 58,157.98 (7,438.64) 50,722.90 2,356.88 32,877.12 16,050.00 2,789.22 1,730.62 194,272.41 195,161.30 CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE TO: His Worship Mayor Al Hogarth DATE: March 21, 2002 and Members of Council FILE NO: 0320-0 1 FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: Council SUBJECT: Door-to-door Soliciting Purpose: To grant permission for door-to-door canvassing for donations as requested in the letter from The Salvation Army dated March 20, 2002. Recommendation: That the request from The Salvation Army for permission to conduct a door-to-door campaign for donations, commencing May 4, 2002 with completion on May 13, 2002, for their Annual Red Shield Appeal be approved. Background: Pursuant to Section 25 of the Highway & Traffic By-law and Section 532(1) of the Local Government Act, soliciting for donation (door-to-door canvassing, tag days, etc.) must be approved by the Municipal Council by way of a resolution. Intergovernmental ISsues: N/A 11 Environmental Implications: N/A Citizen/Customer Implications: Door-to-door canvassing and tag days are the means by which non-profit organizations such as The Salvation Army are able to raise funds to help those in need. !ccparupental Implications: - N/A Financial Implications: No financial implications to the District of Maple Ridge. Alternatives: N/A Summary: In order to meet the requirements of Maple Ridge Highway and Traffic By-law No. 3 136-1982 and the Local Government Act, Council's approval is required for all requests for soliciting for donation. Prepared by: Diana Dalton Clerk's Department Approved by: Terry Fryer, P.Eng. Municipal Clerk Approved by: Pa 1 Gill, BBA, CGA, FRM General Manager: Corporate & Financial Services Concurrence: Frank Quinn, P.Eng., PMP Acting Chief Administrative Officer Attachment -2- The Salvation Army "We believe in helping anyone, anywhere." Regional Development, British Columbia & Yukon I. 3833 Henning Drive Burnaby, BC V5C 6N5 c Telephone: (604) 299-3908 Fax No: (604) 291-0345 MR 2 1 March 20, 2002 Mr. J. R. McBride Municipal Clerk Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge 11995 Haney Place Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Dear Mr. McBride: The Salvation Army is hereby requesting permission from the Office of the Mayor to conduct a door-to-door campaign for our Annual Red Shield Appeal. The campaign has been in place for many decades, and helps us raise funds to help those who are not in the position to help themselves. The campaign will commence on Saturday, May 4th with completion on Monday, May 13th, 2002. However, the actual Blitz Day (when the greater portion of the volunteer canvassers are out) will be on Monday, May 6th, beginning at 5:00 p.m. and ending at 8:00 p.m. We are also ensuring that all Law Enforcement Detachments are aware of this campaign. Thank you for your time. We look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Tamra Rezanoff Annual Giving Coordinator William and Catherine Booth John Gowans Bill Luttrell Donald Copple Founders General Territorial Commander Divisional Commander