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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-10-10 Council Minutes.pdfCity of Maple Ridge COUNC/L MEET/NG MINUTES October 10, 2017 The Minutes of the City Council Meeting held on October 10, 2017 at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia for the purpose of transacting regular City business. PRESENT Elected Officials Mayor N. Read Councillor C. Bell Councillor K. Duncan Councillor B. Masse Councillor G. Robson Councillor T. Shymkiw Councillor C. Speirs Appointed Staff P. Gill, Chief Administrative Officer D. Boag, Acting General Manager of Parks, Recreation & Culture F. Quinn, General Manager Public Works and Development Services C. Carter, Director of Planning L. Darcus, Manager of Legislative Services A. Gaunt, Confidential Secretary Other staff as required C. Goddard, Manager of Development and Environmental Services D. Pollock, Municipal Engineer M. Baski, Planner 1 C. Chan, Planner 1 D. Hall, Planner 2 A. Kopystynski, Planner 2 D. Denton, Property and Risk Manager Note: These Minutes are also posted on the City's Web Site at www.mapleridge.ca The meeting was live streamed and recorded by the City of Maple Ridge 100 CALL TO ORDER 200 AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA 300 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA The agenda was approved as circulated Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 2 of 22 400 ADOPTION AND RECEIPT OF MINUTES 401 Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of September 19, 2017 R/2017-447 It was moved and seconded That the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of September 19, 2017 be adopted as circulated. CARRIED 402 Minutes of the Public Hearing of September 19, 2017 R/2017-448 It was moved and seconded That the minutes of the Public Hearing of September 19, 2017 be adopted as circulated. CARRIED 500 PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNC/L Note: Councillor Shymkiw joined the meeting at 7:18 p.m. 600 DELEGATIONS 601 Ridge Meadows Special Olympics Program • Marc Fisher, Co -Local Coordinator, Ridge Meadows Special Olympics Mr. Fisher gave a PowerPoint presentation providing information on the Ridge Meadows Special Olympics Program. He highlighted the mandate of the organization, the programs provided, the participants in the programs and the events and activities which have taken place. Mr. Fisher outlined the importance of the involvement of volunteers in the Special Olympics Program and the benefits the program brings to the community. 602 Friends in Need Food Bank - School Meal Snack Program and Perishable Food Recovery Program • Mary Robson, Executive Director Mrs. Robson gave a background and history on the Friends in Need Food Bank, advising that the local Friends in Need Food Bank is a member of Food Banks Canada and BC and adheres to a code of ethics and standards. She emphasized the importance of volunteers to the organizations. Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 3 of 22 Mrs. Robson highlighted the School Meal Snack Program and advised on how it is run with the involvement of the Friends in Need Food Bank and schools in the community. She advised on funding received which has enabled the Food Bank to purchase a refrigerator van which in turn has initiated a new Perishable Food Recovery Program. On behalf of directors, staff and volunteers, Mrs. Robson thanked the City of Maple Ridge for the grant provided to allow for the new program. 700 ITEMS ON CONSENT 701 Minutes 701.1 Minutes of the Development Agreements Committee Meetings of September 19 and 28, 2017 701.2 Minutes of Meetings of Committees and Commissions of Council • Advisory Design Panel - July 19, 2017 • Community Heritage Commission - June 8, 2017 • Economic Development Committee - September 13, 2017 • Environmental Advisory Committee - July 12, 2017 • Public Art Steering Committee - July 25, 2017 702 Reports -Nil 703 Correspondence 703.1 Metro Vancouver - Proposed Amendments to the GVS&DD Fraser Sewerage Area Boundary Letter dated September 25, 2017 from Chris Plagnol, Corporate Officer, Metro Vancouver providing information on proposed amendments to the GVS&DD Fraser Sewerage Area Boundary requested by the City of Maple Ridge. 704 Release of Items from Closed Council Status - N i I R/2017-449 It was moved and seconded That Items 701.1, 701.2 and 703.1 on the "Items on Consent" agenda be approved. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 4 of 22 800 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - Nil 900 CORRESPONDENCE - N i I 1000 BYLAWS Bylaws for Third Reading Note: Item 1001 was deferred at the June 25, 2017 Council Meeting 1001 2016-352-RZ, 23004 Dewdney Trunk Road Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending third reading 1001.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7288-2016 To amend Schedule "B" of the Official Community Plan from Urban Residential to Commercial Third reading 1001.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7289-2016 To rezone from RS -1 (One Family Urban Residential) to C-2 (Community Commercial) to permit a future medical clinic and pharmacy with two rental units above Third reading M. Baski, Planner provided clarification on provisions for additional parking R/2017-450 It was moved and seconded 1. That Bylaw No. 7288-2016 be given third reading; 2. That Bylaw No. 7289-2016 be given third reading; and 3. That the following terms and conditions be met prior to final reading: i) Registration of a Rezoning Servicing Agreement as a Restrictive Covenant and receipt of the deposit of a security, as outlined in the Agreement; ii) Amendment to Official Community Plan Schedule "B"; iii) Registration of a Restrictive Covenant for protecting the Visitor Parking; iv) Registration of a Restrictive Covenant for protecting the Stormwater Management Plan; v) Registration of a Housing Agreement in accordance with Section 483 of the Local GovernmentActand a Restrictive Covenant stating that the two residential units above the commercial ground floor will be restricted to residential rental units; and Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 5 of 22 vi) In addition to the site profile, a disclosure statement must be submitted by a Professional Engineer advising whether there is any evidence of underground fuel storage tanks on the subject property. If so, a Stage 1 Site Investigation Report is required to ensure that the subject property is not a contaminated site CARRIED Bylaws for Adoption 1002 2016-052-RZ, 22260 and 22292 122 Avenue, 12159 and 12167 223 Street Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending adoption 1002.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7243-2016 12159 and 12167 223 Street To designate from Single Family Residential to Low -Rise Apartment Adoption R/2017-451 It was moved and seconded That Bylaw No. 7243-2016 be adopted. CARRIED Councillor Shymkiw - OPPOSED 1002.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7244-2016 22260 and 22292 122 Avenue and 12159 and 12167 223 Street To rezone from LUC (Land Use Contracts) Registration #H33588 & #P108265 and RS -1 (One Family Urban Residential) to RM -2 (Medium Density Apartment Residential) and terminate Land Use Contracts Registration numbers #33588 and #P108265 Adoption R/2017-452 It was moved and seconded That Bylaw No. 7244-2016 be adopted. CARRIED Councillor Shymkiw - OPPOSED Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 6 of 22 1002.3 22260 & 22292 122 Avenue, 12159 & 12167 223 Street Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 7359-2017 To allow the City of Maple Ridge to enter into a Housing Agreement to secure new dwelling units as rental housing in perpetuity Adoption R/2017-453 It was moved and seconded That Bylaw No. 7359-2017 be adopted. CARRIED Councillor Shymkiw - OPPOSED 1003 2013 -107 -SD, Fern Crescent Local Area Service Bylaw No. 7382-2017 To authorize enhanced landscape costs to be levied on the benefitting properties Adoption R/2017-454 It was moved and seconded That Bylaw No. 7382-2017 be adopted. CARRIED 1004 Maple Ridge Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 7368-2017 To exempt certain types of properties from municipal property taxation Adoption R/2017-455 It was moved and seconded That Bylaw No. 7368-2017 be adopted. CARRIED 1100 COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Public Works and Development Services 1101 2017-124-RZ, 12516, 12555, 12599 240 Street and 12511 241 Street, RS -3 to RS -2 Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7343-2017 to rezone from RS -3 (One Family Rural Residential) to RS -2 (One Family Suburban Residential) to create a 31 lot subdivision and a 1.2 hectare (3 acre) park dedication be given first Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 7 of 22 reading and that the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules A, B, F and G of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879- 1999, along with information required for a Subdivision application. D. Hall, Planner gave a PowerPoint presentation providing the following information: • Application Information • Subject Map • Official Community Plan Context • Neighbourhood Plan Context • Site Characteristics • Development Proposal • Proposed Site Plan • Density Bonus Derek Ray, Northwest Hydaulics Consultants Mr. Ray provided clarification on the report he prepared to describe changes to flood levels resulting from the proposed development. Don Bowins, DK Bowins & Associates Mr. Bowins addressed questions and concerns pertaining to the proposed development possibly being built in flood plain. R/2017-456 It was moved and seconded In respect of Section 475 of the Local Government Act, requirement for consultation during the development or amendment of an Official Community Plan, Council must consider whether consultation is required with specifically: i. The Board of the Regional District in which the area covered by the plan is located, in the case of a Municipal Official Community Plan; ii. The Board of any Regional District that is adjacent to the area covered by the plan; iii. The Council of any municipality that is adjacent to the area covered by the plan; iv. First Nations; v. Boards of Education, Greater Boards and Improvements District Boards; and vi. The Provincial and Federal Governments and their agencies. and in that regard it is recommended that no additional consultation be required in respect of this matter beyond the early posting of the proposed Official Community Plan amendments on the City's website, together with an invitation to the public to comment, and; Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 8 of 22 That Bylaw No. 7343-2017 be given first reading; and That the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules A, B, F, and G of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999, along with the information required for a Subdivision application. CARRIED Councillor Robson - OPPOSED 1102 2017-140-RZ, 23953 Fern Crescent, RS -2 to RS -1b Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7390-2017 to rezone from RS -2 (One Family Suburban Residential) to RS -1b (One Family Urban [Medium Density] Residential) to allow a subdivision of four single family lots be given first reading and that the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules A, C and F of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879- 1999, along with information required for a Subdivision application. R/2017-457 It was moved and seconded In respect of Section 475 of the Local Government Act, requirement for consultation during the development or amendment of an Official Community Plan, Council must consider whether consultation is required with specifically: i. The Board of the Regional District in which the area covered by the plan is located, in the case of a Municipal Official Community Plan; ii. The Board of any Regional District that is adjacent to the area covered by the plan; iii. The Council of any municipality that is adjacent to the area covered by the plan; iv. First Nations; v. Boards of Education, Greater Boards and Improvements District Boards; and vi. The Provincial and Federal Governments and their agencies. and in that regard it is recommended that no additional consultation be required in respect of this matter beyond the early posting of the proposed Official Community Plan amendments on the City's website, together with an invitation to the public to comment, and; That Bylaw No. 7390-2017 be given first reading; and Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 9 of 22 That the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules A, C and F of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999, along with the information required for a Subdivision application. CARRIED 1103 2017-161-RZ, 22362 St. Anne Avenue, RS -1 to CRM Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7384-2017 to rezone from RS -1 (One Family Urban Residential) to CRM (Commercial/Residential) to permit a four storey, 40 unit apartment building plus one penthouse unit be given first reading and that the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules C, D, and E of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999. R/2017-458 It was moved and seconded That Bylaw No. 7384-2017 be given first reading; and That the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules C, D and E of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999. CARRIED 1104 2017-184-RZ, 23585 128 Avenue, Text Amendment Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7392-2017 to allow a text amendment to the RS -2 (One Family Suburban Residential) zone with density provisions to create a 5 lot subdivision be given first reading and that the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules A, B, F and G of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999, along with information required for a Subdivision application. D. Hall, Planner gave a PowerPoint presentation providing the following information: • Application Information • Subject Map • Official Community Plan Context • Neighbourhood Plan Context • Site Characteristics • Development Proposal • Proposed Site Plan • Density Bonus Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 10 of 22 R/2017-459 It was moved and seconded In respect of Section 475 of the Local Government Act, requirement for consultation during the development or amendment of an Official Community Plan, Council must consider whether consultation is required with specifically: i. The Board of the Regional District in which the area covered by the plan is located, in the case of a Municipal Official Community Plan; ii. The Board of any Regional District that is adjacent to the area covered by the plan; iii. The Council of any municipality that is adjacent to the area covered by the plan; iv. First Nations; v. Boards of Education, Greater Boards and Improvements District Boards; and vi. The Provincial and Federal Governments and their agencies. and in that regard it is recommended that no additional consultation be required in respect of this matter beyond the early posting of the proposed Official Community Plan amendments on the City's website, together with an invitation to the public to comment, and; That Bylaw No. 7392-2017 be given first reading; and That the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules A, B, F and G of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999, along with the information required for a Subdivision application. CARRIED 1105 2017-271-RZ, 11970 Glenhurst Street, RS -3 to RT -1 Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7361-2017 to rezone from RS -3 (One Family Rural Residential) to RT -1 (Two Family Urban Residential) to permit the development of a duplex be given first reading and that the applicant provide further information as described on Schedule C of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999. Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 11 of 22 R/2017-460 It was moved and seconded 1. That Bylaw No. 7361-2017 be given first reading; and 2. That the applicant provide further information as described on Schedule C of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999. CARRIED 1106 2017-306-RZ, 22229 Brown Avenue, CD -1-00 to RM -2 Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7366-2017 to rezone from CD -1-00 (Seniors Apartment and Private Hospital) to RM -2 (Medium Density Apartment Residential) to permit three 5 -storey, 233 unit condominium buildings be given first reading and the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules C, D and E of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999. C. Chan, Planner gave a PowerPoint presentation providing the following information: • Application Information • Subject Map • Official Community Plan Context • Neighbourhood Plan Context • Site Characteristics • Development Proposal • Proposed Site Plan R/2017-461 It was moved and seconded 1. That Bylaw No. 7366-2017 be given first reading; and 2. That the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules C, D and E of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 12 of 22 1107 2017-319-RZ, 13589 232 Street, RS -3 to RS -1b Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7387-2017 to rezone from RS -3 (One Family Rural Residential) to RS -1b (One Family Urban [Medium Density] Residential) to allow for a five lot single family subdivision be given first reading and that the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules A, B, F, G and J of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999, along with information required for a Subdivision application. R/2017-462 It was moved and seconded In respect of Section 475 of the Local Government Act, requirement for consultation during the development or amendment of an Official Community Plan, Council must consider whether consultation is required with specifically: i. The Board of the Regional District in which the area covered by the plan is located, in the case of a Municipal Official Community Plan; ii. The Board of any Regional District that is adjacent to the area covered by the plan; iii. The Council of any municipality that is adjacent to the area covered by the plan; iv. First Nations; v. Boards of Education, Greater Boards and Improvements District Boards; and vi. The Provincial and Federal Governments and their agencies. and in that regard it is recommended that no additional consultation be required in respect of this matter beyond the early posting of the proposed Official Community Plan amendments on the City's website, together with an invitation to the public to comment, and; That Bylaw No. 7387-2017 be given first reading; and That the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules A, B, F, G and J of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999, along with the information required for a Subdivision application. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 13 of 22 1108 2017-320-RZ, 12327 203 Street, RS -1 to R-1 Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7380-2017 to rezone from RS -1 (One Family Urban Residential) to R-1 (Residential District) to permit a two lot subdivision and construction of two single family dwellings be given first reading and that the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules C and D of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999, along with information required for a Subdivision application. R/2017-463 It was moved and seconded 1. That Bylaw No. 7380-2017 be given first reading; and 2. That the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules C and D of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879- 1999, along with the information required for a Subdivision application. CARRIED 1109 2013-086-RZ, 13704 232 Street, Housing Agreement Bylaw Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that a Housing Agreement be authorized along with its accompany covenant and that 13704 232 Street Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 7295-2016 to restrict two units as rental units in perpetuity be given first, second and third reading. R/2017-464 It was moved and seconded 1. That a Housing Agreement, under the provisions of Section 483 of the Local Government Act, R.S.B.0 1996, c. 323 be authorized along with its accompanying covenant; and 2. That Bylaw No. 7295-2016 be given first, second and third readings. CARRIED 1110 2016-052-DVP, 22260 and 22292 122 Avenue, 12159 and 12167 223 Street Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2016-052-DVP to vary exterior side yard, rear yard, interior side yard and front yard setbacks and to reduce parking requirements. Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 14 of 22 The Manager of Legislative Services advised that correspondence opposed to the application due to lack of parking was received from Lina B (no full name), Phil Della, Kim Parkhill, Donna Lawson and Michael Claffey The Director of Planning and the Manager of Development and Environmental Services addressed questions and concerns related to the variance to reduce parking requirements. Chris Quigley, Amacon Representative Mr. Quigley provided clarification on the number of and types of suites to be provided in the proposed development. R/2017-465 It was moved and seconded That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2016-052-DVP respecting property located at 22260 & 22292 122 Avenue, 12159 & 12167 223 Street. DEFEATED Councillor Bell, Councillor Masse, Councillor Robson, Councillor Shymkiw - OPPOSED 1111 2016 -052 -DP, 22260 and 22292 122 Avenue, 12159 and 12167 223 Street Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2016 -052 -DP to permit construction of a 288 unit rental apartment building in the Town Centre. R/2017-466 It was moved and seconded That Item 1111 2016 -052 -DP, 22260 and 22292 122 Avenue, 12159 and 12167 223 Street dated October 10, 2017 be deferred. CARRIED Councillor Shymkiw - OPPOSED Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 15 of 22 1112 2017-368-DVP, 25608 Bosonworth Avenue Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2017-368-DVP to exempt the construction of 256 Street south of the current cul-de-sac due to steep terrain. R/2017-467 It was moved and seconded That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2017-368-DVP respecting property located at 25608 Bosonworth Avenue. CARRIED 1113 2017-369-DVP, 25638 112 Avenue Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2017-369-DVP to vary the requirement for the construction of 256 Street due to excessive slope. R/2017-468 It was moved and seconded That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2017-369-DVP respecting property located at 25638 112 Avenue. CARRIED 1114 2017 -274 -DP, 25638 112 Avenue, Wildfire Protection Development Permit Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2017 -274 -DP to issue a Wildfire Protection Development Permit to allow a subdivision of four RS -2 (One Family Suburban Residential) lots and one remnant RS -3 (One Family Rural Residential) lot. R/2017-469 It was moved and seconded That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2017 -274 -DP respecting property located at 25638 112 Avenue. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 16 of 22 1115 2017 -275 -DP, 25608 Bosonworth Avenue, Wildfire Protection Development Permit Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2017 -275 -DP to issue a Wildfire Protection Development Permit to allow for three RS -2 (One Family Suburban Residential) lots. R/2017-470 It was moved and seconded That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2017 -275 -DP respecting property located at 25608 Bosonworth Avenue. CARRIED 1116 2017 -169 -SD, 13704 232 Street, 232A Street Local Area Service Bylaw Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that a Local Area Service Bylaw be authorized and that 232A Street Local Area Service Bylaw No. 7393-2017 to permit enhanced landscape maintenance of bioswales along newly proposed 232A Street and some riparian planting along 232 Street and 132 Avenue be given first, second and third readings. R/2017-471 It was moved and seconded 1. That a Local Area Service Bylaw, as formally petitioned by the developer of the lands referred to as `232A Street', and per the Community Charter, Part 7, Division 5, 211 (1)(a), be authorized for the enhanced landscape maintenance costs to be levied on the benefitting properties; and further, 2. That 232A Local Area Service Bylaw No. 7393-2017 be given first, second and third readings. CARRIED 1117 2016 -441 -SD, 5% Money in Lieu of Parkland Dedication, 23055 117 Avenue Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that the owner of land proposed for subdivision at 23055 117 Avenue, under application 2016- 441 -SD, shall pay to the City of Maple Ridge an amount that is not less than $115,000.00. Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 17 of 22 R/2017-472 It was moved and seconded That pursuant to Local Government Act, Section 510, regarding 5% Parkland Dedication or payment in lieu, be it resolved that the owner of land proposed for subdivision at 23055 117 Avenue, under application 2016 -441 -SD, shall pay to the City of Maple Ridge an amount that is not less than $115,000.00. CARRIED Financial and Corporate Services (including Fire and Po/%e) 1131 Option for 9 (nine) Council Members Staff report dated October 10, 2017 providing an option for the establishment of an increase in the current size of Council to mayor and 8 councillors or for maintaining the status quo. The Manager of Legislative Services explained that this opportunity was one of the recommendations put forward by the Open Government Task Force and subsequently Council passed a resolution on July 25, 2016 requiring staff to bring back a report on the financial implications of adding two more Council members. R/2017-473 It was moved and seconded That staff retain status quo and revisit prior to the 2022 general local election. CARRIED Mayor Read, Councillor Duncan, Councillor Speirs - OPPOSED 1132 Award of Audit Services Contract Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that the contract for audit services be awarded to BDO Canada LLP and that the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute the contract. Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 18 of 22 R/2017-474 It was moved and seconded That on the recommendation of the Audit & Finance Committee, the contract for audit services be awarded to BDO Canada LLP and that the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute the contract. CARRIED Councillor Bell, Councillor Robson - OPPOSED 1133 Proposed Cellular Communications Tower at 27002 River Road Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that satisfactory completion of the public consultation process by Freedom Mobile be acknowledged. Erica Rigik, Manager, Real Estate and Municipal Affairs Western Region Ms. Rigik addressed questions on the ability to camouflage the proposed communication tower and on co -location opportunities for the tower. R/2017-475 It was moved and seconded That satisfactory completion of the Public Consultation process by Freedom Mobile is acknowledged with seven comments received, four expressing concerns related to health and safety. CARRIED Councillor Masse, Councillor Speirs - OPPOSED Parks, Recreation & Culture - N i I Administration 1171 Partnering Agreement - Employment Land Investment Incentive Program Staff report dated October 10, 2017 recommending that the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute Partnering Agreements with Tomax Enterprises Ltd. under building permit numbers 17-108760 and 17- 108753. R/2017-476 It was moved and seconded That the Corporate Officer be authorized to execute Partnering Agreements with: Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 19 of 22 1. Tomax Enterprises Ltd. under building permit number 17-108760 in the amount of $4,231.85; and 2. Tomax Enterprises Ltd. under building permit number 17-108753 in the amount of $4,231.85. CARRIED Councillor Robson - OPPOSED Other Committee Issues - Nil 1200 STAFF REPORTS- Nil 1300 OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT - Nil 1400 NOT/CES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS - Nil 1500 QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC Ahmed Yousef Mr. Yousef asked whether Council was aware that North Fraser Auto and several other businesses are being thwarted in a request to appear before Council. He provided background on a request he made to appear before Council as a delegation to speak to issues being dealt with by local businesses resulting from the camp at St. Anne's Park. He highlighted conversations held with Mayor Read and City staff. Mayor Read provided her perspective on a conversation held with Mr. Yousef. She advised that she had suggested that all parties impacted meet on the issues outside of a Council meeting. The Manager of Legislative Services provided clarification on discussions held with Mr. Yousef. Mayor Read offered to have a meeting arranged which will involve all parties, including MLA's and the local MP. Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 20 of 22 Mark Lancaster - Owner of North Fraser Automotive Mr. Lancaster advised on issues occurring at his business due to the St. Anne's Park homeless camp. He stated that the City owns the land yet allows the camp to remain and asked why the lawsuit was dropped. He expressed concern over the impact of the camp on his business and others in the area. He advised that he had met with the Executive Director of the BIA and asked whether the Mayor had met with her as he has not heard back. Mayor Read advised on conversations held with the BIA, City staff and the Chief of Police and addressed questions on the issue of the injunction. Scott O'Dell - Owner of Home Hardware Mr. O'Dell advised that he owns one of the numerous businesses being seriously impacted by residents of the homeless camp. His biggest concern is with the increase in the threat level from residents of the camp coming into his store. He had concerns about the support provided by the RCMP particularly in response to complaints of violence and assault. He described incidences of violence which have taken place at his store and expressed concern for his staff and his customers. Mayor Read advised that Mr. O'Dell's concerns with the RCMP will be followed up on. She reiterated the need to have a round table meeting with all to express concerns and have issues dealt with. Kim Engele Ms. Engele asked why the City feels that the Provincial Government is responsible for theft, intimidation, threats and break-ins in houses and businesses throughout Maple Ridge. Mayor Read spoke to the Provincial mandate to solve local homelessness and encouraged Ms. Engele to send an e-mail to the RCMP with her concerns on theft. Note: Councillor Bell left the meeting at 9:53 p.m. Ahmed Yousef Mr. Yousef asked which section of the Community Charter stated that delegations must be subjected to vetting by City staff, which bylaw gives staff the right to censor those who wish to appear before their elected officials and under whose authority is this being done? He also asked whether Council will intervene to ensure citizens' voices are heard? Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 21 of 22 The Manager of Legislative Services advised on the Community Charter section pertaining to the establishment of a procedures bylaw by Council which includes a process for adding delegations to Council meetings. She also advised on her responses to Mr. Yousef's request to appear as a delegation. Dennis Wager Mr. Wager outlined the impact on his home and neighbourhood resulting from the St. Anne homeless camp. He asked what Council and the City can do to help the neighbourhood. He asked whether a security guard can be posted on the corner and whether a street sweeper can be sent to clean up. Mayor Read outlined the various services currently being provided to the camp by BC Housing. Mr. Wager reiterated his request for more security to be provided for the neighbourhood Mayor Read advised that this will be followed up on with the Provincial Government. R/2017-478 It was moved and seconded That Question Period be extended for another 15 minutes. CARRIED Riekie Armstrong Ms. Armstrong asked why the camp on St. Anne is still there in that it is a protest camp. She asked why Maple Ridge is considering housing professional protesters from Vancouver brought in by Ivan Drury. Mayor Read addressed the issue of the protest camp and Mr. Drury's role. She spoke to the legal issues surrounding the dissolution of the camp. Chris Fairfax - Owner of Wolf Bar Mr. Fairfax expressed that he would like to open a recreational marihuana bar in Maple Ridge. He asked when Council will begin discussions on the legalization of marihuana and when he may be able to get a license. Mayor Read advised on discussions being held on a local, provincial and federal level. The Federal Government will be responsible for regulating production and the Provincial Government will be regulating distribution. She also advised that currently such businesses are not considered legal. Council Meeting Minutes October 10, 2017 Page 22 of 22 Sheena Holt Mrs. Holt asked how long a house that has been vacant and boarded can up be left. She advised that a house next to hers has been vacant for four years and expressed concern with the types of persons accessing the house. She stated that she has called the Bylaws Department. Mayor Read asked that Mrs. Holt provide the Manager of Legislative Services with information on this property. She expressed Council's desire to take serious measures in dealing with derelict properties. 1600 ADJOURNMENT- 10:09 p.m. N. Read, Mayor Certified Correct L. Darcus, Corporate Officer