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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-05-17 Adopted Committee of the Whole Minutes.pdf\ ) __ ) May 17, 1999 12:30 p.m. Council Chamber PRESENT: Elected Officials Mayor C. Durksen Councillor T. Baker Councillor J. Clements Councillor C. Gordon Councillor L. King Councillor B. Levens Councillor K. Stewart Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MINUTES Appointed Staff R. W. Robertson, Chief Administrative Officer R. A. Wells, General Manager of Financial and Corporate Services J. R. McBride, Municipal Clerk J. Rudolph, General Manager of Public Works and Development M. W. Murray, General Manager of Community Development, Parks and Recreation Services T. Fryer, Director of Current Planning S. Karasz, Confidential Secretary Other Staff as Required B. McDonald, Director of Community Services and Business Relations J. Bastaja, Director of Long Range Planning K. Grout, Manager of Environmental Affairs P. Grootendorst, Manager of Operations, Fire Department The meeting was chaired by Acting Mayor Gordon l. J)ELEGATIONSISTAFF PRESENTATIONS -(10 minutes each) 1.1 Fire Department -Update on Activities P. Grootendorst reported on the activities of the Fire Department. He noted that the Fire Department responded to 91 incidents in April and to 35 to date in May. He displayed photographs and explained three serious fires that the Department attended recently in which people narrowly escaped with their lives, noting that this is a disturbing trend. In one fire a 12 year old boy rescued his younger brother and sister and the house had only one window they could open to allow them to escape. He emphasized the need to educate people with respect to smoke alarms and escape plans which could save their lives. He further advised that the Fire Department has been very involved in the District's flood preparedness plans. This includes a list of contact people for supplies and equipment if Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 2 they are needed and a plan to address the needs of the fire fighters if they are pressed into service for an extended period of time. He noted that the Fire Department is proud of the second edition of its newsletter which is a good communications tool and a copy is being sent to other emergency services personnel. He provided an update on the addition to Fire Hall No. 2 which includes an additional truck bay and a training room. He further noted that a generator has been installed in Fire Hall No. 1 which will now power everything in the Fire Hall if necessary. He added that the recruits are half way through their three month training period which will be completed in June and they will then join the Fire Department team on a probationary basis. On question from Councillor Stewart, he advised that the serious fires were accidental. He also clarified that the Fire Department has its own source of compressed air and that they fill their own cylinders. Councillors King and Gordon commented on the bravery of the 12 year old boy who led his siblings to safety in one of the fires and asked. if he could be nominated for a life- saving award. P. Grootendorst advised that the Fire Department is looking into that matter. Councillor Baker agreed that the young boy should be presented with an award for his courageous action. He spoke in support of providing education in the schools with respect to fire safety, noting that all homes do not have the same standards and many .. people live in older homes. He added that the Fire Department is doing a good job. Councillor Gordon noted that the District does not have any procedure in place to recognize people who go beyond their civic duties. ACTION REQUIRED -The Chief Administrative Officer suggested that he can talk to the Fire and Police Departments and bring back a consolidated report that would look at an award system for protective services. 2. PUBLIC WORKS AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 2.1 Soil Deposit Permit Process The Manager of Environmental Affairs reviewed her report dated May 4, 1999 recommending that three readings be granted to several amending by-laws related to the subject process. The Municipal Clerk circulated copies of Maple Ridge Ticket Information System Utilization By-law No. 5780-1999 which was not contained in the Agenda package. The Manager of Environmental Affairs highlighted the proposed amendments which are detailed in her report. The amendments will better clarify the application process, ) Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 3 improve by-law enforcement and provide an adjustment in the fee schedules to make the application process fair for all applicants. The amendments will clarify permit requirements for lands in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) and those associated with the construction of a bonafide building project. They will allow the District to take security to ensure permit compliance in areas of environmental complexity and will allow for the ticketing of minor offences. She advised that a soil deposit permit is required where the volume of soil to be deposited on a parcel in one year exceeds 50 cubic metres or seven truckloads. A soil deposit permit is not required for works covered by a building permit. Lands in the ALR require approval first from the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) before a permit is issued by the District. She noted that all reference to contaminated sites has been eliminated from the by-law. Application requirements have been established to encourage more accurate application information as it relates to site conditions. A schedule has been included in the by-law that suggests some best management practices for erosion control. She further explained the security deposit structure and the conditions related thereto • which are detailed in the report. She also noted that the sliding application fee schedule has been changed to a flat fee in order to be more equitable and less onerous on smaller fill projects. She also explained that fines can be imposed until the Municipal Ticket Information System as proposed in By-law No. 5780-1999. The Mayor expressed his support of the proposed amendments which he feels are a great improvement over the existing regulations. Councillor King stated that she is particularly pleased with the security deposit requirements and the flat application fee. Councillor Stewart asked if there is a definition for "environmentally complex" projects. The Manager of Environmental Affairs advised that this is contained in the by-law and includes specific slopes, locations adjacent to water courses and if the lands are in the floodplain. Councillor Levens noted that a soil deposit permit is required if the soil deposited on a parcel in one year exceeds 7 truck loads. She noted that the impact of 7 truck loads on a small lot is different than on a large acreage. The Manager of Environmental Affairs explained that there is also a requirement for specific lot setbacks governing closeness of the fill to adjacent property, there must be no drainage encroachment, etc. Councillor Clements questioned if there would be any conflict of jurisdiction with the Agricultural Land Commission, noting that this has been a problem in the past. The Manager of Environmental Affairs explained that the proposed by-law has been to the ALC. The ALC has the first opportunity to permit or not permit and the District has to follow suit. If a permit is not issued by the ALC, it is recommended that the District be supportive of their decision. Councillor Baker stated that his concern is that this is a new by-law and there has not yet been an opportunity for public input from the industry that will be affected by the Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 4 amendments. He is also concerned that the by-law conflicts with Bill 25. He asked that the amending by-laws be referred to the public and then back to Council for further consideration. , The Mayor suggested that Council refer the by-law for public input at the May 25th Council meeting if that is their wish. Councillor Levens supported Councillor Baker's suggestion regarding public input. The Committee, with the exception of Councillor Baker, agreed to the following recommendation: RECOMMENDATION Be it resolved: 1. That Maple Ridge Soil Deposit Regulation By-law No. 5763-1999 be read a first and second time and that rules of order be waived and Maple Ridge Soil Deposit Regulation By-law No. 5763 -1999 be read a third time; 2. That Maple Ridge Soil Deposit Fee Amending By-law No. 5764-1999 be read a first and second time and that rules of order be waived and that Maple Ridge . Soil Deposit Fee Amending By-law No. 5764-1999 be read a third time. 3. That Maple Ridge Ticketing Information System Utilization Amending By-law No. 5780-1999 be read a first and second time and that rules of order be waived and Maple Ridge Ticketing Information System Utilization Amending By-law No. 5780-1999 be read a third time. 4. That the Manager of Environmental Affairs, the Environmental Technician and the Director of Development Engineering be designated as "Enforcement Officers" under the authority of the British Columbia Soil Conservation Act. Councillor Baker OPPOSED. 2.2 Development Cost Charge Forgiveness Reference was made to the staff report dated April 30, 1999 in support of the following recommendation contained therein: RECOMMENDATION 1. That with respect to Subdivision 4/96, be it resolved that in view of the necessity for constructing road, sanitary sewer, watermain and drainage works • in . the area of 114A Avenue and Cottonwood Drive, the developer be compensated in the amount of $52,377.00 following the adoption of Maple Ridge Development Cost Charge Reserve Fund Expenditure By-law No. 5768- 1999; ) ) '-._./ Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 5 2. That with respect to Subdivision 54/96, be it resolved that in view of the necessity for constructing road, sanitary sewer, water main and drainage works in the area of Spencer Avenue and 240 Street, the developer be compensated in the amount of $72,320.00 following completion of the construction and the adoption of Maple Ridge Development Cost Charge Reserve Fund Expenditure By-law No. 5768-1999; and 3. That Maple Ridge Development Cost Charge Reserve Fund Expenditure By- law No. 5768-1999 be read a first and second time and that rules of order be waived and that Maple Ridge Development Cost Charge Reserve Fund Expenditure By-law No .5768-1999 be read a third time. 2.3 Local Improvement Petition -Lougheed Highway/Dewdney Trunk Road/Maple Meadows Intersection -Intersection Improvements -By-law N_o. 5796-1999 Reference was made to the staff report dated May 11, 1999 in support of the following recommendation contained therein. The Committee agreed to the recommendation: RECOMMENDATION That the report dated May 11, 1999 be received, noting that it is reported therein that the Local Improvement Petition is sufficient and valid; said petition allowing the owner of property (Lot A, District Lot 222, Group 1 New Westminster District Plan LMP 40440) to provide a financial contribution of $225,000.00 to the Ministry of Transportation and Highways, Project No. 4060; and further, That Maple Ridge Lougheed Highway Improvement Specified Area Establishment By-law No. 5796-1999 be read a first and second time and that rules of order be waived and Maple Ridge Lougheed Highway Improvement Specified Area Establishment By-law No. 5796-1999 be read a third time. 2.4 Text Amendment -Development Permit Area XXX (Increased Water Course Protection) -By-law No. 5815-1998 The • Manager of Environmental Affairs reviewed her report dated May 6, 1999 recommending that the Development Information Requirements for Environmental Protection Policy and the Performance Security for Environmental Protection Policy be adopted and that the revised Development Permit XXX be adopted prior to final consideration of applications RZ/23/96, RZ/28/97, RZ/30/97 and RZ/13/97 currently at third reading. She advised that the environmental management framework consists of an environmental protection policy that outlines development expectations adjacent to watercourses; a performance security policy to establish how the amount of security taken as a condition of a development permit is determined; an updated Development Permit Area XXX; and an updated Watercourse Preservation By-law that addresses erosion and sediment control issues that go beyond development immediately adjacent to the water course protection boundaries. This framework is detailed in the report. Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 6 She emphasized that the policy and by-law amendments will apply to the entire Municipality. She • highlighted several provisions of By-law No. 5815-1998, noting that the Development Permit area includes all lands within 50 metres of the top of bank of all watercourse and wetlands shown on Schedule E of Development Permit Area XXX. A development permit (DP) is required for all alterations of land, subdivision activity or building permits for residential commercial, institutional and industrial development. Security may be taken as a condition of issuance of a DP to ensure that the DP guidelines are met. The Municipality is permitted to take security as a result of an amendment to the Municipal Act via Bill 26. A DP is not required for any development servicing within the watercourse/habitat protection area that is in support of an accepted subdivision geometry or building permit and which requires approval from the Ministry of Environment (MOE) or Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO). The Manager of Environmental Affairs reviewed the Performance Security for Environmental Protection policy noting that the District shall be entitled to draw upon the security and use it to remedy any damage done as a result of a contravention of the DP conditions. If the security is insufficient, the developer shall pay the amount of the deficiency. The security, if any remains, shall be returned to the developer once an occupancy permit has been granted and the terms of the DP are met. Councillor Stewart advised that B.C. Land Surveyors generally use the high water mark as the legal boundary of the creek not the top of bank delineation required in the policy. He questioned if a B.C.L.S. has been consulted about that delineation point. He further noted that he attended several workshops on Bill 25 and the top of bank issue is still not clear to him. He feels that the high water mark is a clearer demarcation than other methods. Councillor Clements referred to Section E Guidelines on Page 2 of By-law No. 5815- 1999 and expressed the following concerns: Item 1 -He noted that approval of the proposed watercourse protection boundaries is required by federal and provincial agencies and noted that they are undergoing a major restructuring which may preclude a decision within a reasonable time frame. 1'he Manager of Environmental Affairs indicated that there is talk of restructuring but she doe not anticipate that it will affect their requirements. Item 3 -He questioned who pays for the services of the B.C. Land Surveyor to locate the boundaries of the watercourse protection areas. The Manager of Environmental Affairs responded that the develop pays for the services of the B.C.L.S. and that has always been the case. Item 11 -Stormwater Management -He questioned how the difference in the natural run-off and the run-off that is generated by construction will be established. The Manager of Environmental Affairs explained that there is a requirement in the storm water design that the developer has to retain the services of a specialist. ) Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 7 Item 12 -Monitoring -He questioned if this is in the District's purview The Manager of Environmental Affairs advised that there is a role for the District to play. The developers' consultants have a role in monitoring to make sure that mitigation measures are implemented accordingly. Councillor Baker stated that he has concerns about this whole initiative. He feels that the District is jumping ahead of itself in order to deal with specific projects which is the wrong way to go. He referred to ongoing work related to Bill 25 and 26 noted that Council has also had a request from the U.B.C.M. to attend an Environment Policy Conference and yet Council is at this time dealing with issues that may be changed through those processes. He expressed concern that the recommendation at this time is to give the by-laws three readings and yet there is no input into them from the people who will be affected by the regulations. He suggested that the Public Hearing process is being compromises as the environmental by-law and policies are coming after the rezoning applications have already been to Public Hearing; Councillor Baker stated that it was his understanding·that stormwater was not included in the policies and yet on Page 2 of the by-law, there is a requirement for security and one year maintenance of the system. He questioned what that means. He also expressed concern about additional costs being placed on the homes that will be built and asked if an economical assessment has been carried out. The Chief Administrative Officer explained that the District normally requires a developer to pay for a number of assessments in order to meet Municipal standards and • they are required to put up bonding to ensure that they meet the criteria. Councillor Baker reiterated the need for more public input prior to proceeding further, noting that he supports many of the proposed regulations but feels the process is wrong. The Chief Administrative Officer advised that up to now there has not been anything in place for public discussion. Now that this report has been made public through this meeting, there can be more debate and input. The District had to get to the point of having a firm document in writing in order to foster further discussion. The Manager of Environmental Affairs confirmed that it is a requirement that the by-law go to Public Hearing. In order to make the June Public Hearing, Council must first give the by-law first reading. She added that with respect to the direction that Bill 25 and Bill 26 are taking and the U.B.C.M. workshop, it is her hope that Development Permit XXX will put the District in a better position to meet the draft regulations and guidelines that are coming out of that work. Further discussion ensued on determining the top of bank and the Manager of Environmental Affairs drew a diagram to indicate how it is achieved. The General Manager of Public Works and Development Services explained that the report is before Council today as a result of the concerns raised at the Public Hearing. Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17; 1999 Page 8 related to several applications. There is considerable information in the report and it is not the expectation that Council digest all of it at this one meeting. Staff has been trying to deal with this whole process in a way that will avoid undue delays to the applications in process. If there is some discussion Council needs to have about the actual contents of the report, staff will be pleased to do that. Councillor Levens questioned how long it will take to adopt this by-law. The Manager of Environmental Affairs anticipated that by the end of June the Municipality could have a by-law that can be utilized. She asked how this initiative will affect the applications that are at the third reading stage and the Director of Current Planning provided an update on same, noting that there are four development applications involved and two have subdivision applications and two do not. The fifth application is RZ/9/98 (Larch Avenue) which is on the May 25th agenda for second and third reading. He is issuing a PLA on the first phase for 25 lots at this point in time. There may be a delay with respect to subsequent phases. The Mayor stated that he has no problem with the DP XXX initiative proceeding to first reading and public hearing. Acting Mayor Gordon agreed, noting that many residents have been asking Council to proceed with the environmental protection policies. She questioned if the Committee wants to recommend having an information meeting or workshop. The Mayor suggested making that decision at the May 25th Council Meeting. The Committee, with the exception of Councillor Baker, agreed to the following recommendation: RECOMMENDATION Be it resolved: 1. That the Development Information Requirements for the Environmental Protection Policy be adopted; 2. That the Performance Security for Environmental Protection Policy be adopted; 3. That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 5815-1999 be read a first time; And further that, prior to final consideration of applications currently at third reading, (RZ/23/96, RZ/28/96, RZ/30/976 and RZ/13/97); 4. The revised Development Permit Area XXX be adopted; and 5. The owners agree to consent under Section 943 of the Municipal Act to the provisions contained in By-law No. 5815-1999. Councillor Baker OPPOSED. ) Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 9 2.5 RZ/9/98-23451 Larch Avenue et al Reference was made to the staff report dated May 3, 1999 recommending that prior to final approval of the subject application the revised Development Permit Area XXX and the Watercourse Preservation By-law be adopted. Councillor Levens questioned if the applicants are aware of the recommendation. The Chief Administrative Officer advised that they have already received a copy of the staff report. The Municipal Clerk confirmed that the four by-laws related to RZ/9/98 are back on the May 25th Council Meeting for second and third reading following deferral of same at the last two Council Meetings. Council was waiting for the subject report prior to giving further consideration to those by-laws. The Committee, with the exception of Councillor Baker, agreed to the following recommendation: RECOMMENDATION 2.6. That prior to final consideration of RZ/9/98, the revised Development Permit Area XXX and Watercourse Preservation By-laws be adopted; and further That the property owners agree to consent under Section 943 of the Municipal Act to the provisions contained in the said by-laws. Councillor Baker bPPOSED. RZ/27/96-23689 and 23717 Fern Crescent-By-laws No. 5809-1999 and 5810-1999 Reference was made to the staff report dated May 6, 1997 in support of the following recommendation with respect to the subject by-law to permit the construction of 33 townhouse units. The Committee concurred with the recommendation. RECOMMENDATION That Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 5809-1999 and Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 5810-1999 be read a first time. 2.7 RZ/36/98-11951 Burnett Street -By-laws 5791-1999 and 5790-1999 Reference was made to the staff report dated May 4, 1999 in support of the following recommendation with respect to the subject by-laws to permit the construction of a commercial building. The Committee agreed to the recommendation. RECOMMENDATION That Maple Ridge Zone Amending By-law No. 5790-1999 and Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending By-law No. 5791-1999 be read a first time. Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 10 2.8 RZ/17/99-11291 -236 Street-RS-3 to R-1 Reference was made to the staff report dated April 30, 1999 recommending that the subject application to permit 15 single family residential lots be forwarded to Public Hearing subject to the conditions specified in the report. Councillor King asked if this application involves the construction of 116 A venue. The Director of Current Planning displayed an overhead map of the site and explained the proposed plan of development. He identified the proposed inter-connection from 116 Avenue to 236 Street and advised that project will be tendered and constructed following formal approval by the Ministry of the Environment. All other issues have been resolved and it is hoped that that connection will be achieved this summer. Councillor King asked if the Director of Current Planning could repeat his presentation at the May 25th Council Meeting. The Committee agreed to the following recommendation: RECOMMENDATION That application RZ/17/99 (property at 11291 -236 Street) to rezone property described in the staff report dated May 6, 1999 from RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) to R-1 (Residential -District) 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 By-law are detailed in that report and that the accompanying Official Community Plan Amending By-law be forwarded to the same Public Hearing. 2.9 RZ/26/99 -10412 Industrial Avenue -Temporary Industrial Use Permit Reference was made to the staff report dated May 6, 1999 recommending that the subject Temporary Industrial Use Permit (TIUP) be denied. Mr. James Allard of Maple Ridge Ready Mix was in attendance and referred to the staff report. He refuted the statement that the gravel resources for the site are exhausted. He referred to the June 27, 1994 report which also stated that the grave.1 resources were exhausted and advised that Maple Ridge Ready Mix has been removing gravel from the pit continuously since 1994. He provided Council with a copy of the schedule of the gravel that has been removed for the last four years. Mr. Allard stated that he wishes to clarify that this property has been a gravel pit since the 1950' s. He bought it in 1967 and continues to use it. The gravel pit is a legal non- conforming use. Mr. Allard further noted that the June 27, 1994 report stated that this site is within an area to be developed for Urban Reserve use within one to two years. To date, no residential development has occurred. J Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 . Page 11 He read and submitted a letter from the Maple Ridge Chamber of Commerce dated May 17, 1999 in support of his operation and the contribution it has made to the community. Mr. Allard noted that in 1998 the Ministry of Transportation and Highways opened up a pit in the area where imminent residential development was to occur. He referred to a copy of a letter from the Ministry of Transportation and Highways to the Engineering Department dated April 16, 1998 advising that their pit will be active for the next two years in order to complete road reconstruction in the Albion area. Mr. Allard stated that he really does not care whether Council grants him a TIUP or an extension; either one of them will allow him to stay in business. He added that he has entered into a binding agreement with Noble Custom Cut to purchase their property if that is the only choice he has. The Mayor stated that the Committee is only dealing with the cement plant at this time. Councillor Stewart indicated that he feels the solution to this dilemma is for Mr. Allard to relocate his business and if he could put something forward in that regard it would be helpful. Mr. Allard responded that they cannot relocate in 30 days. Councillor King stated that she will vote in support of the recommendation to deny the TIUP, noting that the issue of how to accomplish relocation and what kind of assistance, if any, might be required from the District is a separate issue altogether. The TIUP is not the way to accomplish it. The Mayor asked that the Committee deal with the TIUP only at this point and stated that the other issues can be dealt with through staff. The Committee agreed to the following recommendation: RECOMMENDATION That Application RZ/26/99 (for property located at 10412 Industrial Avenue), to amend the Official Community Plan to designate the subject property a Temporary Industrial Use area, be denied. Acting Mayor Gordon advised that the recommendation will be forwarded to the May 25, 1999 Council Meeting. She reiterated that Mr. Allard should talk to staff with respect to the extension issue. 2.10 Building Department Statistics for April, 1999 Reference was made to the staff report dated May 5, 1999 and the Committee concurred with the following recommendation contained therein: RECOMMENDATION Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 12 That the Inspection Services Department Building Statistics for the month of April, 1999 be received for information. 2.11 Latecomer Agreement 63/99-SD/10/98-239A Street and 115 Avenue Reference was made to the staff report dated April 28, 1999 and the Committee agreed to the following recommendation contained therein: RECOMMENDATION That with respect to the subdivision of lands involved in SD/10/98 at 239A Street and 115 Avenue, be it resolved: 1. That the cost to provide the excess or extended services required for subdivision are in whole or in part, excessive to the Municipality and that the cost to provide these services shall be paid by the owners of the land being subdivided, and 2. That the Latecomer charges be imposed for such excess or extended services on the parcels and in the amounts a set out in the staff report dated April 26, 1999; and 3. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and seal a "Latecomer Agreement" with the subdivider of the said lands. 2.12 Development Cost Charge Forgiveness Reference was made to the staff report dated April 20, 1999 and the Committee agreed to the following recommendation contained therein: RECOMMENDATION 1. That with respect to Subdivision SD/4/99, be it resolved that in view of the necessity to construct waterworks in the vicinity of 133 Avenue and 236 Street, the water component of the Development Cost Charges • payable by the developer be reduced by $5,245.00; and 2. That with respect to Subdivision SD/11/99, be it resolved that in view of the necessity to construct waterworks in the vicinity of 133 Avenue and 236 Street, the water component of the Development Cost Charges payable by the developer be reduced by $19,931.00. 3. FINANCIAL AND CORPORATE SERVICES (including Fire and Police) 3 .1 Economic Development Strategy ) _) Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 13 The Director of Community Services and Business Relations reviewed his report dated May 10, 1999 recommending that the subject plan be adopted and that action plans be implemented as permitted by Municipal operating budgets and Council goals and objectives. He noted that there are 61 actions recommended in the strategy and that they have been prioritized. Councillor Baker asked if anyone is looking at an alternative gravel route. The Chief Administrative Officer advised that the cost for same is estimated at $9 million. For that reason, it is felt that the road needs to be developed as developments in the area proceed which is normally the case for collector roads of this nature. This initiative is not being plugged into the capital works program at this point. Councillor Levens noted that there are several No. 1 priorities in the economic development strategy and they all have financial implications. She asked if they could be broken down further into priorities. The Director of Community Services and Business Relations responded that will be done through the business planning process. The Committee agreed to the following recommendation: RECOMMENDATION 3.2 That the Maple Ridge Economic Development Strategy be adopted and that the prioritized Action Plans be implemented as permitted by the Municipal operating budgets and the goals and objectives of the Municipal Council. Financial and Corporate Services 1998 Annual Report The General Manager of Financial and Corporate Services presented the first Financial & Corporate Services 1998 . Annual Report. He highlighted the activities and accomplishments of the Administration, Community & Business Relations and Corporate Support Divisions which are detailed in the report, noting that Corporate Support also includes the Clerk's, Personnel and Information Services Departments. The Committee agreed to the following recommendation: RECOMMENDATION That the Financial and Corporate Services 1998 Annual Report be received for information. 4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND RECREATION SERVICES Nil 5. OTHER ISSUES Nil Committee of the Whole Minutes May 17, 1999 Page 14 6. ADJOURNMENT 3:00 p.m. Acting M Presiding of the Committee /sk