HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-07-24 Special Council Meeting Minutes.pdfDistrict of Maple Ridge
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
July 24, 2008
The Minutes of the Municipal Council Meeting held on July 24, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in
the Council Chamber of the Municipal Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British
Columbia for the purpose of transacting regular Municipal business.
PRESENT
Elected Officials
Appointed Staff
Mayor G. Robson
F. Quinn, Acting Chief Administrative Officer
Councillor E. Daykin
M. Murray, General Manager of Community Development,
Councillor J. Dueck
Parks and Recreation Services
Councillor A. Hogarth
J. Pickering, Director of Planning
Councillor L. King
C. Marlo, Manager of Legislative Services
Councillor C. Speirs
A. Gaunt, Confidential Secretary
Councillor K. Stewart
Other Staff as Required
J. Leeburn, Executive Director
Note: These Minutes are also posted on the Municipal Web Site at www.maplerid e.ca
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Robson called the meeting to order.
2. BYLAWS
Bylaws for Second and Third Reading from the Public Hearing of July 23, 2008
2.1 RZ/057/07, 10951 Hazelwood St
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6566-2008
To rezone from RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) to M-3 (Business Park) to
construct a "Combined Bus Fleet Overhaul Facility and Heavy Equipment
Training Facility"
Second and third readings
R/08-352
RZ/057/07
BL No. 6566-2008 It was moved and seconded
Second and third
That Bylaw No. 6566-2008 be given second and third
readings.
CARRIED
Special Council Minutes
July 24, 2008
Page 2 of 5
2.2 RZ/032/07, 12256 222 Street
2.2.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6534-2007
To amend the conservation area
Second and third readings
The General Manager of Community Development, Parks and Recreation
Services addressed the issue of parks in the neighbourhood. He provided
information on the location of a future park site to the south of this property.
R/08-353
RZ/032/07
BL No. 6534-2007 It was moved and seconded
Second and third
That Bylaw No. 6534-2007 be given second and third
readings.
CARRIED
2.2.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6535-2007
To rezone from RS-1(One Family Urban Residential) to RM-2 (Medium Density
Apartment Residential) to permit the construction of two apartment buildings
Second and third readings
The Director of Planning provided clarification of the green areas in this
proposed development. She clarified that these areas are not active park
areas but do provide green space.
The potential uses for the Terasen right-of-way on the property were
discussed.
The Acting Chief Administrative Officer advised that during the development
permit stage of the application, comments from Council and issues presented
at the Public Hearing will be taken into account.
R/08-354
RZ/032/07
BL No. 6535-2007 It was moved and seconded
Second and third
That Bylaw No. 6535-2007 be given second and third
readings.
CARRIED
Special Council Minutes
July 24, 2008
Page 3 of 5
Note: Councillor Dueck excused herself from the discussion as she is a resident of
the area
2.3 RZ/094/07, 23948 & 23942 Dewdney Trunk Road
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6579-2008
To rezone from RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) to R-1(Residential
District) & R-3 (Special Amenity Residential District) to permit a 16 lot
subdivision
Second and third readings
R/08-355
RZ/094/07
BL No. 6579-2008 It was moved and seconded
Second and third
That Bylaw No. 6579-2008 be given second and third
readings.
CARRIED
Note: Councillor Dueck returned to the meeting.
2.4 RZ/045/08, 22692 Lougheed Highway
2.4.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6584-2008
To amend the conservation area and to include zoning C-6 (Community
Gaming Facility) in the Regional Town Centre Commercial Category
Second and third readings
R/08-356
RZ/045/08
BL No. 6584-2008 It was moved and seconded
Second and third
That Bylaw No. 6584-2008 be given second and third
readings.
CARRIED
2.4.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6585-2008
To rezone from C-3 (Town Centre Commercial) & RS-1 (One Family Urban
Residential) to C-6 (Community Gaming Facility) to permit the development of
a mixed use gaming and entertainment complex.
Second and third readings
Special Council Minutes
July 24, 2008
Page 4 of 5
The Acting Chief Administrative Officer advised on road modifications for 227
Street.
Advice was given on the size of the banquet room in the proposed facility.
Clarity was requested from the BC Lottery Corporation on the process of
funding for community organizations from the proceeds of the gaming centre.
The Manager of Legislative Services advised the Mayor that it was more
appropriate to direct questions to District staff.
R/08-357
RZ/045/08
BL No. 6585-2008 It was moved and seconded
Second and third
That Bylaw No. 6585-2008 be given second and third
readings.
CARRIED
2.4.3 Approval of Relocation and Substantial Changes
To approve the relocation of the gaming facility operating as the Haney Bingo
Plex from 11887 224 Street to 22692 Lougheed Highway and the proposed
inclusion of 150 slot machines, 30 Racebook/Sportsbook positions, and a
150 seat restaurant/bar within the new gaming facility.
R/08-358
RZ-045/08
Relocation It was moved and seconded
Changes
That the relocation of the gaming facility, operating as the
Haney Bingo Plex, from 11887 224 Street to 22692 Lougheed
Highway, and the proposed inclusion of 150 slot machines, 30
Racebook/Sportsbook positions, and a 150 seat
restaurant/bar, within the new gaming facility be approved.
Special Council Minutes
July 24, 2008
Page 5 of 5
R/08-359
RZ-045/08
Relocation It was moved and seconded
Changes
That the resolution be amended to remove the words "150 slot
machines".
The Director of Planning advised that gaming regulations require the
community to approve relocation of the gaming facility and the inclusion of
the proposed slot machines. She indicated that it was her opinion that
removal of the slot machines from the recommendation would result in the
applicant withdrawing the application.
DEFEATED
Mayor Robson, Councillor Hogarth, Councillor Dueck,
Councillor Daykin, Councillor Speirs, Councillor Stewart -
OPPOSED
Councillor King - OPPOSED
3. QUESTIONS
MOTION CARRIED
Stacy Wakfer
Ms. Wakfer asked when and where minutes for the July 24 Council meeting
will be available in print, when and where the meeting would be broadcast
and for clarification on the timing of Council's final reading on application
RZ/032/07. The Manager of Legislative Services provided Ms. Wakfer with
the requested information.
Ms. Wakfer asked for direction on appropriate steps to take to continue
opposition to an item. She was advised to speak with District staff.
4. ADJOURNMENT - 8:30 p.m.
G. Robson, Mayor
Certified Correct
C. Marlo, Corporate Officer