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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-11-17 Adopted Committee of the Whole Minutes.pdf_j Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MINUTES November 17, 2003 1:00 p.m. Council Chamber PRESENT Elected Officials Mayor K. Morse Councillor J. Dueck Councillor C. Gordon Councillor F. Isaac Councillor C. Speirs ABSENT Councillor E. Daykin Councillor J. Harris Appointed Staff M. Murray, Acting Chief Administrative Officer T. Fryer, Municipal Clerk P. Gill, General Manager Corporate and Financial Services F. Quinn, General Manager Public Works and Development Services J. Pickering, Director of Planning C. Marlo, Confidential Secretary Other Staff as Required Brock McDonald, Director of Licenses, Bylaws and Permits T. Thompson, Budget Officer Before proceeding Councillor Gordon advised that the following item was added to the agenda: 905 Christmas in the Park/Santa Claus Parade 1. DELEGATIONS/STAFF PRESENTATIONS 1.1 KEEPS School Program, Ross Davies Ross Davies and Debbie Wilkinson gave a Power Point Presentation providing information on the educational programs of KEEPS. 2. PUBLIC WORKS AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Note: The following items have been numbered to correspond with the Council Agenda: Committee of the Whole Minutes November 17, 2003 Page2of6 902 VP/100/03, 11673 240 Street Staff report dated November 7, 2003 recommending that the Municipal Clerk be authorized to notify qualifying property owners that approval of VP/100/03 will be considered at the December 9, 2003 Council meeting. The Director of Planning displayed a map identifying the location and reviewed the report. RECOMMENDATION That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of November 25, 2003. 903 Relocation of Brooklyn Bay Investments Ltd. Liquor Primary License No. 151037 to 22334 Selkirk Ave., Maple Ridge Staff report dated November 10, 2003 recommending that support not be given to the application to relocate the subject license from 22336 Lougheed Highway to 22334 Selkirk Ave. The Director of Licenses, Bylaws and Permits displayed a map identifying the proposed location. Franklin King, the applicant, spoke of his involvement in the community, his desire to provide a safe environment for his patrons and provided information on his background in the hospitality industry. He noted that the location he has applied for is zoned C-3 and is in the business district. He recognized its proximity to residential properties but pointed out that other pubs in the community are similarly located. He indicated that he would sound proof the club and he is proposing to purchase the building to house his license in a permanent and safe environment. The Director of Licenses, Bylaws and Permits reviewed the report and the reasons for recommending that the application not be supported. He suggested that there are other locations for the club that would be looked upon more favorably by staff and the RCMP. He cited as examples the old credit union location on 207 Street, Haney Place Mall and the Mager Centre. RECOMMENDATION That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of November 25, 2003. Committee of the Whole Minutes November 17, 2003 Page3of6 904 Maple Ridge Economic Advisory Commission Bylaw No. 6179-2003 Staff report dated November 11, 2003 recommending that the subject bylaw be given three readings. RECOMMENDATION That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of November 25, 2003. 905 Christmas in the Park/Santa Claus Parade A staff report dated November 12, 2003 recommending that the Community Festival Society be authorized to use Municipal Streets on December 6, 2003 was circulated at the meeting. RECOMMENDATION That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of November 25, 2003. 3. FINANCIAL AND CORPORATE SERVICES (including Fire and Police) 931 2004 -2008 Financial Plan Bylaw Staff report dated November 12, 2003 recommending that Maple Ridge 2004- 2008 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 6183-2003 be given three readings. The Budget Officer gave a Power Point presentation summarizing the 2004-2008 Financial Plan. A copy of the presentation was circulated to Council. RECOMMENDATION That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of November 25, 2003. 932 Maple Ridge Sprinkler Bylaw No. 6184-2003 A staff report recommending that Maple Ridge Sprinkler Bylaw No. 6184-2003 be given three readings was circulated to Council. The Fire Chief advised that it is Committee of the Whole Minutes November 17, 2003 Page 4 of6 the opinion of the District's solicitor that the bylaw has to be enacted prior to January 2004 when the Community Charter will replace legislation that would allow sprinklers. After January 2004 ministerial approval would be required and the solicitor is doubtful that this would be obtained. He advised that some but not all insurance companies offer a discount for residential homes with sprinklers. He provided examples of how sprinkler systems are effective in reducing damage and fire fighting costs. RECOMMENDATION That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of November 25, 2003. 933 Door to Door Soliciting, Heart and Stroke Foundation Staff report dated November 5, 2003 recommending that the request of the Heart and Stroke Foundation to canvass door-to-door during the month of February 2004 be approved. RECOMMENDATION That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of November 25, 2003. 4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND RECREATION SERVICES -Nil 5. CORRESPONDENCE -Nil 6. OTHERISSUES -Nil 7. ADJOURNMENT -2:12 p.m. 8. COMMUNITY FORUM Committee of the Whole Minutes November 17, 2003 Page 5 of6 Harry Nicholson, Item 931 Mr. Nicholson noted that he found the presentation of the Financial Plan to be far clearer than the book he received from Business Planning. The General Manager Corporate and Financial Services described the process of business planning and indicated that the presentation was a summary of that process. Harry Fuller, Item 903 Mr. Fuller advised that his wife is the owner of residential buildings located across from the proposed location of the nightclub. He indicated that they did not receive a notification letter from the District on this application. He expressed concerns about noise and increased traffic from the club if it were to be approved. He indicated that residents of the buildings already experience disturbances from patrons of the Haney Hotel and the Salvation Army. He suggested that Council consider zoning the area on the east side of The ACT an entertainment zone for pubs and restaurants. He asked when a decision would be made on the application and if there would be an opportunity for further input from the public. The Municipal Clerk advised Mr. Fuller that a decision on the application would be made at the November 25, 2003 Council Meeting. Councillor Gordon indicated that there would be no opportunity for further public input at the Council meeting but that anyone can e-mail, write or telephone Council before the meeting. Mayor Morse suggested that Mr. Fuller contact the Planning Department for information on how he could participate in the Smart Growth on the Ground project as it will address the issue of zoning in the downtown area. Bob Sutherland, BC Ambulance, Unit Chief, Item 903 Mr. Sutherland advised that the ambulance station is located next door to the proposed location of the club. He indicated that none of the tenants of the building received notification of the application. He read a submission opposing the application citing concerns about the potential for vehicles to be illegally parked in front of the ambulance doors and destructive behaviour by impaired patrons of the club. Mr. Sutherland provided a copy of his submission to Council. The Director of Licenses, Permits and Bylaws informed Council that the buildings owned by Mr. Fuller's wife and the building that BC Ambulance is located in were included in the notification mail out list. He could not explain why the mail did not get to those locations. Bob Jones, Item 903 Mr. Jones pointed out that the parking lot across from the proposed location of the nightclub is controlled by the Downtown Parking Association so would not be available for use by patrons of the club. Mr. Jones voiced his objection to the application on behalf of the residents of a nearby building that he is involved with. While he sympathized with the applicant's attempt to locate his business in a permitted zone, he felt that the zoning of downtown should be revisited to Committee of the Whole Minutes November 17, 2003 Page 6 of6 promote a mix of residential and business uses. He felt the club should be located in a non-residential area. He noted that a nightclub was located in the Mager Centre in the past and suggested that the applicant should look at a location similar to this. As patrons were unlikely to be walking home or catching a bus at 2:00 a.m., he did not feel a nightclub needed to be in the middle of town. Franklin King, Item 903 Mr. King clarified details of the expiry date of his license at his previous location and the expiry date of his current license.