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1.ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.MINUTES
2.1 Minutes of the October 3, 2016 Council Workshop Meeting
2.2 Minutes of Meetings of Committees and Commissions of Council
•Advisory Design Panel – September 13, 2016
•Public Art Steering Committee – June 28, 2016
2.3 Business Arising from Committee and Commission Minutes
3.PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL
4.MAYOR AND COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
4.1 Union of British Columbia Municipalities Conference
COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA
October 17, 2016
10:00 a.m.
Blaney Room, 1st Floor, City Hall
The purpose of the Council Workshop is to review and discuss policies and
other items of interest to Council. Although resolutions may be passed at
this meeting, the intent is to make a consensus decision to send an item to
Council for debate and vote or refer the item back to staff for more
information or clarification. The meeting is live streamed and recorded by
the City of Maple Ridge.
REMINDERS
October 17, 2016
Closed Council following Workshop
Committee of the Whole Meeting 1:00 p.m.
October 18, 2016
Public Hearing 7:00 p.m.
Council Workshop
October 17, 2016
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5.UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
5.1 Harm Reduction Services in Maple Ridge
Presentation by Fraser Health
Staff report dated October 17, 2016 providing information on services offered by
the Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families and the ability for the
City of Maple Ridge to develop a needle exchange program policy.
5.2 Response to National Housing Strategy
Staff report dated October 17, 2016 recommending that the draft letter attached
as Appendix A be submitted as the City of Maple Ridge’s formal response to the
National Housing Strategy Let’s Talk Housing consultation.
6.CORRESPONDENCE
The following correspondence has been received and requires a response. Staff is
seeking direction from Council on each item. Options that Council may consider include:
a)Acknowledge receipt of correspondence and advise that no further action will be
taken.
b)Direct staff to prepare a report and recommendation regarding the subject matter.
c)Forward the correspondence to a regular Council meeting for further discussion.
d)Other.
Once direction is given the appropriate response will be sent.
6.1 Upcoming Events
October 18, 2016
10:00 a.m.
Briefing on a New Report – South Granville Seniors’ Centre
Organizer: Columbia Institute
October 20, 2016
7:00 p.m.
Community Dialogue on Homelessness, Session 1: The Who,
What, When and How of Homelessness – The ACT
Organizer: City of Maple Ridge
October 22, 2016
9:00 a.m.
Council of Councils – Pacific National Exhibition, 2901 E.
Hastings Street
Organizer: Metro Vancouver Board of Directors
October 23, 2016
11:00 a.m.
Return of the Salmon – Kanaka Creek at 240 Street
Organizer: Kanaka Education and Environmental Partnership
Society
Council Workshop
October 17, 2016
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October 24, 2016
6:30 p.m.
Rental Housing Townhall with David Eby – St. James Community
Square, 3214 West 10th Avenue
Organizer: MLA David Eby
October 26, 2016
7:00 p.m.
Community Dialogue on Homelessness, Session 2:
Jurisdictional Matters – Challenges and Opportunities – The ACT
Organizer: City of Maple Ridge
October 30,2016
4:30 p.m.
Celebrate the Night Fireworks Event – The ACT
Organizer: Parks & Leisure Services
November 3, 2016
7:00 p.m.
Community Dialogue on Homelessness, Session 3:
Understanding Mental Health and Addictions – The ACT
Organizer: City of Maple Ridge
November 9, 2016
7:00 p.m.
Community Dialogue on Homelessness, Session 4: Housing
Solutions – The ACT
Organizer: City of Maple Ridge
November 17,2016
9:30 a.m.
Leadership Workshop – Ramada Hotel, Abbotsford
Organizer: Fraser Valley Regional Library
November 17, 2016
11:30 a.m.
Economic Forum 2016 – Langley Events Centre
Organizer: Township of Langley
7.BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST/QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL
Links to member associations:
•Union of British Columbia Municipalities (“UBCM”) Newsletter The Compass
o http://www.ubcm.ca/EN/main/resources/past-issues-compass/2016-
archive.html
•Lower Mainland Local Government Association (“LMLGA”)
o http://www.lmlga.ca/
•Federation of Canadian Municipalities (“FCM”)
o https://www.fcm.ca/
8.MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
Council Workshop
October 17, 2016
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9.NOTICE OF CLOSED COUNCIL MEETING
THAT the Council meeting immediately following this meeting be closed to the
public pursuant to Section 90(1)(-) and 90 (2) of the Community Charter as the
subject matter being considered relates to the following:
1.The acquisition and disposition of land of which the council considers that
disclosure might reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the
municipality.
2.Any other matter that may be brought before the Council that meets the
requirements for a meeting closed to the public pursuant to Sections 90 (1)
and 90 (2) of the Community Charter or Freedom of Information and
Protection of Privacy Act.
10.ADJOURNMENT
Checked by: ___________
Date: _________________
Council Workshop
October 17, 2016
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Rules for Holding a Closed Meeting
Section 90(1) A part of a council meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being
considered relates to one or more of the following:
(a) personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is being considered for a position as
an officer, employee or agent of the municipality or another position appointed by the municipality;
(b) personal information about an identifiable individual who is being considered for a municipal award or
honour, or who has offered to provide a gift to the municipality on condition of anonymity;
(c) labour relations or employee negotiations;
(d) the security of property of the municipality;
(e) the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements, if the council considers that
disclosure might reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the municipality;
(f) law enforcement, if the council considers that disclosure might reasonably be expected to harm the
conduct of an investigation under or enforcement of an enactment;
(g) litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality;
(h) an administrative tribunal hearing or potential administrative tribunal hearing affecting the municipality,
other than a hearing to be conducted by the council or a delegate of council
(i) the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for
that purpose;
(j) information that is prohibited or information that if it were presented in a document would be prohibited
from disclosure under section 21 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act;
(k) negotiations and related discussions respecting the proposed provision of a municipal service that are
at their preliminary stages and that, in the view of the council, could reasonably be expected to harm the
interests of the municipality if they were held in public;
(l) discussions with municipal officers and employees respecting municipal objectives, measures and
progress reports for the purposes of preparing an annual report under section 98 [annual municipal
report]
(m) a matter that, under another enactment, is such that the public may be excluded from the meeting;
(n) the consideration of whether a council meeting should be closed under a provision of this subsection of
subsection (2)
(o) the consideration of whether the authority under section 91 (other persons attending closed meetings)
should be exercised in relation to a council meeting.
Section 90(2) A part of a council meeting must be closed to the public if the subject matter being
considered relates to one or more of the following:
(a) a request under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act , if the council is designated
as head of the local public body for the purposes of that Act in relation to the matter;
(b) the consideration of information received and held in confidence relating to negotiations between the
municipality and a provincial government or the federal government or both, or between a provincial
government or the federal government or both and a third party;
(c) a matter that is being investigated under the Ombudsperson Act of which the municipality has been
notified under section 14 [Ombudsperson to notify authority] of that Act;
(d) a matter that, under another enactment, is such that the public must be excluded from the meeting;
(e) a review of a proposed final performance audit report for the purpose of providing comments to the
auditor general on the proposed report under section 23 (2) of the Auditor General for Local
Government Act .
2.1 Council Workshop Meeting Minutes
2.1
City of Maple Ridge
COUNCIL WORKSHOP MINUTES
October 3, 2016
The Minutes of the City Council Workshop held on , 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Blaney
Room of City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia for the purpose
of transacting regular City business.
PRESENT
Elected Officials Appointed Staff
Mayor N. Read E.C. Swabey, Chief Administrative Officer
Councillor C. Bell W. McCormick, General Manager of Community
Councillor K. Duncan Development, Parks and Recreation Services
Councillor B. Masse P. Gill, General Manager Corporate and Financial Services
Councillor G Robson F. Quinn, General Manager Public Works and Development
Councillor C. Speirs Services
L. Darcus, Manager of Legislative Services
ABSENT A. Gaunt, Confidential Secretary
Councillor T. Shymkiw Other Staff as Required
M. MacMillan, Youth Services Programmer
R. MacNair, Manager of Bylaws and Licences
M. Van Dop, Deputy Fire Chief
Note: These Minutes are posted on the City Web Site at www.mapleridge.ca
1.ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
The agenda was adopted as circulated.
2.MINUTES
2.1 Minutes of the September 19, 2016 Council Workshop Meeting
R/2016-448
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the Council Workshop Meeting of September 19, 2016
be adopted as circulated.
CARRIED
Council Workshop Minutes
October 3, 2016
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2.2 Minutes of Meetings of Committees and Commissions of Council
R/2016-449
It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the Agricultural Advisory Committee Meeting of June
23, 2016 be received.
CARRIED
2.3 Business Arising from Committee Minutes
Councillor Speirs provided additional information on the status of discussions
pertaining to True North Fraser and backyard chickens by the Agricultural
Advisory Committee.
3. PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL – Nil
4 MAYOR’S AND COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
Councillor Speirs
Councillor Speirs attended the Union of British Columbia Municipalities
(“UBCM”) annual conference. He provided information on meetings,
workshops and seminars he participated in while at conference.
Councillor Bell
Councillor Bell requested time on the next Council Workshop agenda for a
UBCM debrief.
Councillor Duncan
Councillor Duncan attended a meeting of the Public Art Steering Committee
and reported on a photo contest held by the Ridge Meadows Minor Baseball
Association with the softball public art installed at Hammond Stadium and on
a search for Japanese Community historical sites. She commented on youth
and mental health programs and the potential involvement of organizations
such as the Ridge Meadows Minor Baseball Association and other sports
associations as well.
Mayor Read
Mayor Read commented on Dr. Adrian Walton, a local vet, who is wearing a
pink tutu for the week in support of the situation going on in Montreal with
respect to pit bulls. She advised on a possible review of the regulation of pet
ownership in Maple Ridge.
Council Workshop Minutes
October 3, 2016
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5. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
5.1 Youth Strategy Draft Report
Presentation by Laurel Cowan, Planner, Modus Planning, Design &
Engagement Inc.
Staff report dated October 3, 2016 recommending that the Youth Strategy be
endorsed at a Council Meeting.
A Power Point presentation was provided. The Youth Services Programmer
introduced the Youth Strategy process and outlined the overall goal and the
framework. She provided information on workshop sessions held and
feedback received from participants. Ms. Cowan highlighted feedback
received from the engagement process and advised on resulting
recommendations. She outlined the implementation process for the Youth
Strategy Plan.
It was the consensus that feedback on the youth strategy draft report be
provided by Council members through e-mails to staff.
R/2016-450
It was moved and seconded
That the report dated October 3, 2016 titled “Youth Strategy Draft Report” be
referred back to staff.
CARRIED
5.2 Remedial Action, Demolition of Hazardous Buildings and Removal of Nuisance
Vehicles, 25470 Hilland Avenue
Staff report dated October 3, 2016 recommending that buildings at 25470
Hilland Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC be declared a hazardous condition, that the
illegally inhabited vehicles on the property be declared a nuisance and that
the Owner must demolish the dilapidated and unsafe buildings and remove
the nuisance vehicles within thirty (30) days after receiving a copy of the
Council resolution.
The Manager of Bylaws and Licences reviewed the staff report. She provided
a Power Point presentation outlining concerns with the property at 25470
Hilland Avenue and the processes followed by the Bylaws Department to
resolve those concerns.
Council Workshop Minutes
October 3, 2016
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R/2016-451
It was moved and seconded
1. That the buildings at 25470 Hilland Avenue., Maple Ridge, BC, legally
described as PID 000-947-504, Lot A Section 23 Township 12, New
Westminster District Plan 68769 be declared a hazardous condition within
the meaning of paragraph 73 1 (a) of the Community Charter;
2. That the illegally inhabited vehicles at 25470 Hilland Avenue, Maple
Ridge, BC, legally described as PID 000-947-504, Lot A Section 23
Township 12, New Westminster District Plan 68769 be declared a
nuisance within the meaning of paragraph 74 (1) and 74 (2) of the
Community Charter;
3. That the Owner must, no later than thirty (30) days after receiving a copy
of this resolution, demolish the dilapidated and unsafe buildings and
remove the nuisance vehicles.
CARRIED
Note: Item 9 was dealt with prior to Item 5.3
9 NOTICE OF CLOSED COUNCIL MEETING
R/2016-452
It was moved and seconded
THAT the October 3, 2016 Council Workshop Meeting be recessed and that
the meeting immediately following the recess be closed to the public pursuant
to Section 90(1)(e) and 90 (2) of the Community Charter as the subject matter
being considered relates to the following:
1. The acquisition of land or improvements of which council considers that
disclosure might reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the
municipality; and
2. Any other matter that may be brought before the Council that meets the
requirements for a meeting closed to the public pursuant to Sections 90
(1) and 90 (2) of the Community Charter or Freedom of Information and
Protection of Privacy Act.
CARRIED
Note: The meeting was recessed at 11:10 a.m. and reconvened at 2:44 p.m.
Councillor Speirs was not in attendance when the meeting reconvened. He
joined the meeting at 2:46 p.m.
Council Workshop Minutes
October 3, 2016
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Note: Items 5.3 and 6.1 were dealt with following the Closed Council meeting.
5.3 Hoarding Program/Bylaw
Staff report dated October 3, 2016 providing information on the possibility of
adopting a program or bylaw regarding hoarding.
The Manager of Bylaws and Licences reviewed the report.
6. CORRESPONDENCE
6.1 Upcoming Events
October 5, 2016
1:30 p.m.
Maple Ridge Public Library Customer Appreciation Day, Maple
Ridge Library
Organizer: Fraser Valley Regional Library
October 5, 2016
7:00 p.m.
Fentanyl Forum, The Act
Organizer: Strong Kids Team
October 6, 2016
7:00 p.m.
Local Voices Series, Male Ridge Library
Organizer: Maple Ridge Community Heritage Association
October 15, 2016
11:00 a.m.
Greg Moore Youth Centre’s 15th Anniversary, Greg Moore Youth
Centre
Organizer: City of Maple Ridge
7. BRIEFING ON OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST/QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL
Links to member associations:
• Union of British Columbia Municipalities (“UBCM”) Newsletter The
Compass
o http://www.ubcm.ca/EN/main/resources/past-issues-compass/2016-
archive.html
• Lower Mainland Local Government Association (“LMLGA”)
o http://www.lmlga.ca/
• Federation of Canadian Municipalities (“FCM”)
o https://www.fcm.ca/
Council Workshop Minutes
October 3, 2016
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8. MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT – Nil
10. ADJOURNMENT – 2:49 p.m.
_______________________________
N. Read, Mayor
Certified Correct
___________________________________
L. Darcus, Corporate Officer
2.2 Committee and Commission Meetings Minutes
2.2
City City City City of Maple Ridgeof Maple Ridgeof Maple Ridgeof Maple Ridge
ADVISORY DESIGN PANELADVISORY DESIGN PANELADVISORY DESIGN PANELADVISORY DESIGN PANEL
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Maple Ridge Advisory Design Panel held in the Blaney
Room at Maple Ridge Municipal Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia, on
Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 4:00 pm.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENTCOMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENTCOMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENTCOMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Blair Arbuthnot, Chair Landscape Architect
Roger Amenyogbe Architect
Andrew Igel Architect
Mark Lesack, Vice Chair Architect
Kyoung Bae Park Landscape Architect
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENTSTAFF MEMBERS PRESENTSTAFF MEMBERS PRESENTSTAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Sunny Schiller Committee Clerk
Adrian Kopystynski Staff Liaison, Acting Manager of Developmental and
Environmental Services
REGRETSREGRETSREGRETSREGRETS
1.1.1.1. Call To OrderCall To OrderCall To OrderCall To Order
The Chair called the meeting to order at 4:09 pm.
2.2.2.2. Agenda AdoptionAgenda AdoptionAgenda AdoptionAgenda Adoption
R/2016-015
It was moved and seconded
That the agenda dated That the agenda dated That the agenda dated That the agenda dated September 13September 13September 13September 13, 2016 be adopted., 2016 be adopted., 2016 be adopted., 2016 be adopted.
CARRIED
3.3.3.3. Minutes ApprovalMinutes ApprovalMinutes ApprovalMinutes Approval
R/2016-016
It was moved and seconded
That the Minutes of That the Minutes of That the Minutes of That the Minutes of July 12July 12July 12July 12, 2016 be approved., 2016 be approved., 2016 be approved., 2016 be approved.
CARRIED
It was decided the order of the presentations would be switched.
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4.4.4.4. ProjectsProjectsProjectsProjects
4.14.14.14.1
Development Permit No: Development Permit No: Development Permit No: Development Permit No: 2015201520152015----309309309309----DPDPDPDP
Applicant: Bissky Architecture and Urban Design Inc.
Project Architect: Wayne Bissky
Project Landscape Architect: Paul Whitehead
Owners: Pagliacci Holdings Ltd.
Proposal: Commercial
Location: 21773, 21787, 21795 Lougheed Highway
File Manager: Adam Rieu
The Staff Liaison provided an overview of the proposed project. The project team made a
presentation of the project plans.
R/2016-017
It was moved and seconded
That tThat tThat tThat the application be supported and the following concerns be addressed as the design he application be supported and the following concerns be addressed as the design he application be supported and the following concerns be addressed as the design he application be supported and the following concerns be addressed as the design
develops and be submitted to Planning staff for followdevelops and be submitted to Planning staff for followdevelops and be submitted to Planning staff for followdevelops and be submitted to Planning staff for follow----up:up:up:up:
1.1.1.1. Consider roof materials and design for Consider roof materials and design for Consider roof materials and design for Consider roof materials and design for additional LEED pointsadditional LEED pointsadditional LEED pointsadditional LEED points....
2.2.2.2. Consider adding short parapet to ensure proper roof drainageConsider adding short parapet to ensure proper roof drainageConsider adding short parapet to ensure proper roof drainageConsider adding short parapet to ensure proper roof drainage....
3.3.3.3. Consider further refinement of vehicular entry to reduce conflict between vehicle and Consider further refinement of vehicular entry to reduce conflict between vehicle and Consider further refinement of vehicular entry to reduce conflict between vehicle and Consider further refinement of vehicular entry to reduce conflict between vehicle and
pedestrian access to main entry. Consider further detailing of hard surface pedestrian access to main entry. Consider further detailing of hard surface pedestrian access to main entry. Consider further detailing of hard surface pedestrian access to main entry. Consider further detailing of hard surface to reduce to reduce to reduce to reduce
asphalt with alternative materials. Consider additional traffic calming throughout asphalt with alternative materials. Consider additional traffic calming throughout asphalt with alternative materials. Consider additional traffic calming throughout asphalt with alternative materials. Consider additional traffic calming throughout
parking area.parking area.parking area.parking area.
4.4.4.4. Consider additional enhancements to the two main entry columns with additional Consider additional enhancements to the two main entry columns with additional Consider additional enhancements to the two main entry columns with additional Consider additional enhancements to the two main entry columns with additional
artistic / cultural elements.artistic / cultural elements.artistic / cultural elements.artistic / cultural elements.
5555.... Ensure building exits comply withEnsure building exits comply withEnsure building exits comply withEnsure building exits comply with fire and building codes.fire and building codes.fire and building codes.fire and building codes.
6666.... Consider lowering the glazing on the north side of the building for the first floor to Consider lowering the glazing on the north side of the building for the first floor to Consider lowering the glazing on the north side of the building for the first floor to Consider lowering the glazing on the north side of the building for the first floor to
increase surveillance to parking lot.increase surveillance to parking lot.increase surveillance to parking lot.increase surveillance to parking lot.
7.7.7.7. Consider screening finishes for roof mechanical and elevator equipment.Consider screening finishes for roof mechanical and elevator equipment.Consider screening finishes for roof mechanical and elevator equipment.Consider screening finishes for roof mechanical and elevator equipment.
8888.... Consider relocating the Consider relocating the Consider relocating the Consider relocating the handicap stalls to reduce conflict with parking to main entry. handicap stalls to reduce conflict with parking to main entry. handicap stalls to reduce conflict with parking to main entry. handicap stalls to reduce conflict with parking to main entry.
Consider relocation to either side of undercover building area.Consider relocation to either side of undercover building area.Consider relocation to either side of undercover building area.Consider relocation to either side of undercover building area.
9999.... Provide additional detailing for signage mounting.Provide additional detailing for signage mounting.Provide additional detailing for signage mounting.Provide additional detailing for signage mounting.
11110000.... Provide additional let downs for building pathways. Provide wider walkProvide additional let downs for building pathways. Provide wider walkProvide additional let downs for building pathways. Provide wider walkProvide additional let downs for building pathways. Provide wider walkways around ways around ways around ways around
building.building.building.building.
CARRIED
R/2016-018
It was moved and seconded
ThatThatThatThat tttthe following concern be addressed and digital versions of revised drawings he following concern be addressed and digital versions of revised drawings he following concern be addressed and digital versions of revised drawings he following concern be addressed and digital versions of revised drawings andandandand memo memo memo memo
be submitted to Planning staff; and further that Planning staff forward this on to the Advisory be submitted to Planning staff; and further that Planning staff forward this on to the Advisory be submitted to Planning staff; and further that Planning staff forward this on to the Advisory be submitted to Planning staff; and further that Planning staff forward this on to the Advisory
Design Panel for informationDesign Panel for informationDesign Panel for informationDesign Panel for information::::
1.1.1.1. Provide additional information on design for storm water infrastructure Provide additional information on design for storm water infrastructure Provide additional information on design for storm water infrastructure Provide additional information on design for storm water infrastructure (three tiered) (three tiered) (three tiered) (three tiered)
on east buffer and provide to ADP on east buffer and provide to ADP on east buffer and provide to ADP on east buffer and provide to ADP for review (via email). Provide details for curbing in for review (via email). Provide details for curbing in for review (via email). Provide details for curbing in for review (via email). Provide details for curbing in
parking lot.parking lot.parking lot.parking lot.
CARRIED
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4.4.4.4.2222
Development Permit No:Development Permit No:Development Permit No:Development Permit No: 2016201620162016----095095095095----DPDPDPDP
Applicant: Bissky Architecture and Urban Design Inc.
Project Architect: Wayne Bissky
Project Landscape Architect: Paul Whitehead
Owners: Halostar Development Corp.
Proposal: Mixed Use - Commercial and Apartment Residential
Location: 22335 McIntosh Avenue
File Manager: Adrian Kopystynski
The Staff Liaison provided an overview of the proposed project. The project team made a
presentation of the project plans.
R/2016-019
It was moved and seconded
ThatThatThatThat the application be supported and the following concerns be addressed as the design the application be supported and the following concerns be addressed as the design the application be supported and the following concerns be addressed as the design the application be supported and the following concerns be addressed as the design
develops and be submitted to Planning staff for followdevelops and be submitted to Planning staff for followdevelops and be submitted to Planning staff for followdevelops and be submitted to Planning staff for follow----up:up:up:up:
1.1.1.1. Confirm wheelchair Confirm wheelchair Confirm wheelchair Confirm wheelchair ramp complies with requirements for slope and handrails.ramp complies with requirements for slope and handrails.ramp complies with requirements for slope and handrails.ramp complies with requirements for slope and handrails.
2.2.2.2. Provide further details and resolution on separating commercial and residential lobby Provide further details and resolution on separating commercial and residential lobby Provide further details and resolution on separating commercial and residential lobby Provide further details and resolution on separating commercial and residential lobby
access. access. access. access.
3.3.3.3. Consider further resolution to bike racks on McIntosh to ensure no conflicts with Consider further resolution to bike racks on McIntosh to ensure no conflicts with Consider further resolution to bike racks on McIntosh to ensure no conflicts with Consider further resolution to bike racks on McIntosh to ensure no conflicts with
pedestrian accpedestrian accpedestrian accpedestrian access.ess.ess.ess.
4.4.4.4. Ensure growing medium depth on second floor is accurate and reconciled against the Ensure growing medium depth on second floor is accurate and reconciled against the Ensure growing medium depth on second floor is accurate and reconciled against the Ensure growing medium depth on second floor is accurate and reconciled against the
parapet height.parapet height.parapet height.parapet height.
5.5.5.5. Consider better definition of planters on McIntosh frontage with raising planters to Consider better definition of planters on McIntosh frontage with raising planters to Consider better definition of planters on McIntosh frontage with raising planters to Consider better definition of planters on McIntosh frontage with raising planters to
pedestal height and substituting plant material with evergreepedestal height and substituting plant material with evergreepedestal height and substituting plant material with evergreepedestal height and substituting plant material with evergreen species.n species.n species.n species.
6.6.6.6. Consider increasing the lobby size off of McIntosh.Consider increasing the lobby size off of McIntosh.Consider increasing the lobby size off of McIntosh.Consider increasing the lobby size off of McIntosh.
7.7.7.7. Provide further details on at grade planting pockets for vines on rear lane to ensure Provide further details on at grade planting pockets for vines on rear lane to ensure Provide further details on at grade planting pockets for vines on rear lane to ensure Provide further details on at grade planting pockets for vines on rear lane to ensure
longevity of plant material.longevity of plant material.longevity of plant material.longevity of plant material.
8.8.8.8. Provide additional quantity of vines for green screen on rear lane toProvide additional quantity of vines for green screen on rear lane toProvide additional quantity of vines for green screen on rear lane toProvide additional quantity of vines for green screen on rear lane to ensure maximum ensure maximum ensure maximum ensure maximum
coverage in short time frame.coverage in short time frame.coverage in short time frame.coverage in short time frame.
9.9.9.9. Provide further details on elevator shaft and roof access and reflect on building Provide further details on elevator shaft and roof access and reflect on building Provide further details on elevator shaft and roof access and reflect on building Provide further details on elevator shaft and roof access and reflect on building
elevations.elevations.elevations.elevations.
10.10.10.10. Provide further signage details.Provide further signage details.Provide further signage details.Provide further signage details.
CARRIED
Landscape plans should be updated to reflect three tiered storm water management
measures to the extent possible.
5555.... REQUEST FOR PRELIMINARY COMMENTS ON APPLICATION RECEIVEDREQUEST FOR PRELIMINARY COMMENTS ON APPLICATION RECEIVEDREQUEST FOR PRELIMINARY COMMENTS ON APPLICATION RECEIVEDREQUEST FOR PRELIMINARY COMMENTS ON APPLICATION RECEIVED
5.15.15.15.1 Comments on Proposed Hammond Area Development Permit AreaComments on Proposed Hammond Area Development Permit AreaComments on Proposed Hammond Area Development Permit AreaComments on Proposed Hammond Area Development Permit Area
Guidelines Guidelines Guidelines Guidelines
The Panel requested additional background information about the form and
character objectives that the Hammond Area Development Permit guidelines are
intended to achieve. The Panel is prepared to provide additional comments if
requested by Staff.
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6666. . . . C0RRESPONDENCEC0RRESPONDENCEC0RRESPONDENCEC0RRESPONDENCE ---- Nil
7777.... ADJOURNMENTADJOURNMENTADJOURNMENTADJOURNMENT
It was moved and seconded
That the meeting be adjourned at That the meeting be adjourned at That the meeting be adjourned at That the meeting be adjourned at 7777::::00001 p.m.1 p.m.1 p.m.1 p.m.
Chair
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City of Maple Ridge
PUBLIC ART STEERING PUBLIC ART STEERING PUBLIC ART STEERING PUBLIC ART STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTESCOMMITTEE MEETING MINUTESCOMMITTEE MEETING MINUTESCOMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Public Art Steering Committee, held in the Coho
Room, at Maple Ridge City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia, on Tuesday,
June 28, 2016 at 3:00 p.m.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENTCOMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENTCOMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENTCOMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT
Susan Hayes, Chair Artist
Barbara Duncan Arts Council Representative / Curator, ACT Art Gallery
Leanne Koehn Community at Large Member
Councillor Duncan City of Maple Ridge
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENTSTAFF MEMBERS PRESENTSTAFF MEMBERS PRESENTSTAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Sunny Schiller Committee Clerk
Yvonne Chui Manager, Arts and Community Connections
Adrian Kopystynski Planner 2, MR Developer Public Art Work Group member
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Patricia Huntsman MR Developer Public Art Work Group - Consultant
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Donald Luxton Potential new PASC member, MR Developer Public Art Work Group
member
Mark Lesack MR Developer Public Art Work Group member - Advisory Design Panel
representative
Emily Boulton MR Developer Public Art Work Group member
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Wayne Bissky, Vice Chair Architect
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There being a quorum present, the Chair called the meeting to order at 3:06 pm.
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Note: Leanne Koehn entered at 3:10 pm.
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5.1 Developer Public Art Program Update / Facilitator IntroductionDeveloper Public Art Program Update / Facilitator IntroductionDeveloper Public Art Program Update / Facilitator IntroductionDeveloper Public Art Program Update / Facilitator Introduction
The Chair introduced Patricia Huntsman, the consultant hired for the Maple Ridge
Developer Public Art Program process. Ms. Huntsman outlined the approach for the
process to develop the program. Members of the working group were introduced. An
update will next be provided at a future PASC meeting.
Note: Mark Lesack entered at 3:20 pm.
Note: Adrian Kopystynski, Patricia Huntsman left at 3:29 pm
5.3 5.3 5.3 5.3 Hammond Stadium Project UpdateHammond Stadium Project UpdateHammond Stadium Project UpdateHammond Stadium Project Update
The Staff Liaison provided an update on the project for Hammond Stadium. A public
engagement event will be held June 29.
5.4 5.4 5.4 5.4 Committee Recruitment UpdateCommittee Recruitment UpdateCommittee Recruitment UpdateCommittee Recruitment Update
The Staff Liaison provided an update on Committee recruitment.
5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 Whonnock Lake Project UpdateWhonnock Lake Project UpdateWhonnock Lake Project UpdateWhonnock Lake Project Update
The Staff Liaison provided an update on the Whonnock Lake project.
Note: Councillor Duncan left at 3:57 pm.
5.6 5.6 5.6 5.6 Locations for PubLocations for PubLocations for PubLocations for Public Art 2017 and 2018 Planninglic Art 2017 and 2018 Planninglic Art 2017 and 2018 Planninglic Art 2017 and 2018 Planning
The Staff Liaison discussed future public art locations, which are tied to the Canada
150 grant application. Exploring our Nature is the theme of the proposed project.
Ms. Duncan outlined events planned for the ACT Arts Centre as part of the project.
The application was submitted on June 14, 2016.
5.5.5.5.7777 Cultural Plan UpdateCultural Plan UpdateCultural Plan UpdateCultural Plan Update
The Staff Liaison provided an update on the Cultural Plan update process.
5.8 5.8 5.8 5.8 Council Reporting Council Reporting Council Reporting Council Reporting ---- Annual UpdateAnnual UpdateAnnual UpdateAnnual Update
A presentation to update Council on the work of the Committee is scheduled for July.
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Ms. Duncan outlined the proposed community art project. The title is “Defining
Moments – Tell us Yours”.
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Leanne Koehn will be participating in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at the Memorial Peace
Park, July 21 – 23.
Barbara Duncan provided an update on events at the ACT Arts Centre. In September the Arts
Centre will feature the soft sculpture work of a Vancouver artist of Japanese heritage.
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City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: October 17, 2016
And Members of Council FILE NO:
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: Workshop
SUBJECT: Harm Reduction Services in Maple Ridge
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
On April 26, 2016 Council passed the following resolution:
“That staff prepare a report on the services provided to the community by the Lower Mainland
Purpose Society for Youth and Families and information on the ability of the City to develop a needle
exchange program policy.”
The purpose of this report is to provide information regarding the services that the Lower Mainland
Purpose Society for Youth and Families offer in Maple Ridge. The report will also provide information
on the ability for the City to develop a needle exchange program policy.
RECOMMENDATION:
No resolution required.
DISCUSSION:
a)Background Context:
Federal and Provincial Policy on Harm Reduction:
Harm reduction refers to any policies and programs which attempt primarily to reduce the
adverse health, social and economic consequences of mood altering substances to individual
drug users, their families and communities, without requiring a decrease in drug use. Harm
reduction practices include needle distribution programs that issue sterile syringes and collect
used syringes. They operate on the principle that every injection should be performed with sterile
equipment. The use of non-sterile injection equipment increases the risk of HIV, Hepatitis C and
bacterial infections which are difficult and costly to treat. Injection drug use is currently the single
most important route of Hepatitis C transmission. Blood borne pathogens are also a public
health threat to others, including spouses, partners and unborn children of injection drug users.
Provincial Jurisdiction:
In Canada, provincial governments have jurisdiction over delivery of healthcare including harm
reduction services. While policy directives and funding come from the province, these services
are undertaken within municipalities. In some cases, public health objectives targeted at
individuals living with problematic substance use or addictions and the rights to equitable access
to health care may appear inconsistent with the vision that residents, business associations and
other interest groups have for their neighbourhood or city. Municipal powers of regulation
pertaining to this issue reside in policies related to zoning and business bylaws.
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Municipal Jurisdiction:
Currently, the Community Charter gives municipalities broad powers to regulate activities within
their communities in certain areas or spheres. Municipal councils have discretion to do what is
best for their communities subject to compliance with provincial laws in the areas of municipal
services, public places and trees. An anti-harm reduction bylaw was introduced by the City of
Abbotsford in 2005. The Pivot Legal Society argued that these amendments to the bylaw
overstepped municipal zoning powers and were discriminatory in that they distinguished health
care services for people who used drugs from other health care uses. In May 2013, Pivot filed a
lawsuit and human rights complaint challenging the bylaw, which prohibited all harm reduction
uses anywhere in the municipality. In early 2014, the City of Abbotsford voted to amend the
bylaw before the case went to court.1
In British Columbia, municipalities cannot specifically legislate with respect to public health
unless such legislation is authorized by regulation or agreement of the responsible minister. The
use of zoning to prevent access to certain types of health care services mandated by provincial
and federal policy appears to exceed municipal jurisdiction. Preventing access to certain types
of health care services could also constitute discrimination against people with specific forms of
illnesses or disabilities and a potential infringement on the Canadian Charters of Rights and
Freedom. Staff recommends that Council seek a legal opinion should they wish to proceed with
policies affecting needle exchange programs.
Fraser Health:
Currently, the City of Maple Ridge is working with Fraser Health on a number of initiatives
including a Needle Recovery Committee and an Opioid Overdose Response Working Group. The
mandate of the Maple Ridge Needle Recovery Committee is to foster multidisciplinary
collaboration to reduce the number of inappropriately discarded needles in the City of Maple
Ridge, and to increase the capacity of Maple Ridge to address community concerns related to
needle disposal. However, the work of this committee has stalled because of the opioid
overdose crisis in the province.
There are a number of programs in place to support appropriate needle disposal and collection.
Fraser Health funds a local non-profit to provide a Rig Dig Program that supports peers to collect
used and inappropriately discarded needles in the community. Additional peer education and
community education programs are needed to increase understanding of the services. The
installation of outdoor sharps containers at specific locations could also help minimize the
incidence of inappropriate discards in the community. Tracking the location and quantity of
inappropriate discards as the City currently does is also a helpful tool to identify hot spots or
areas of concern.
Engaging with Public Health to develop a Harm Reduction Strategy that works for the community
as a whole would be beneficial. This could help address concerns that may arise related to the
unintended consequences of needle distribution including inappropriate discards.
Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families:
The Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families is a non-profit society that provides
a variety of social, health and educational programs to Lower Mainland communities. In 1992. In
response to high rates of HIV infections in Fraser Health, Purpose Society started an HIV/AIDS
program which eventually expanded to include people living with Hepatitis C. The program
entitled, Stride with Purpose provides education, harm reduction and support services to
1 Pivot Legal Society Website
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residents of Fraser North including Burnaby, New Westminster, Tri-Cities, Maple Ridge and Pitt
Meadows.
One of the services provided is a health van that serves populations who are homeless, using
substances or sex trade workers. The health van provides:
A needle exchange.
Other harm reduction supplies (personal size sharps containers, condoms, etc.).
Hygiene supplies.
Referrals to other community resources.
Emergency snacks.
Ability to report a ‘bad date’ or obtain a warning sheet of dangerous “johns”.
The Health Van also provides additional health services including rapid HIV testing and access to
nursing services for infection and wound care. Please see attached document provided by
Purpose Society on their role in the community.
b) Desired Outcome:
That harm reduction services like needle distribution programs be available to citizens who
require this type of health care service and that Fraser Health works with the City and community
partners to minimize unintended risks associated with these services.
c) Citizen/Customer Implications:
Access to health care services that prevent the spread of disease and minimize health care
concerns are essential to a healthy community. The cost to the health care system and to
communities is significant.
CONCLUSIONS:
Harm reduction provides an opportunity for service providers to connect health and social services to
vulnerable populations across the community. It also prevents the spread of disease from blood
borne pathogens. These services are designed to be highly accessible and include an outreach
component. One of the unintended consequences of needle exchange programs is inappropriate
discards that can have an impact on the community as a whole. The need to balance harm
reduction strategies and community need is essential.
“Original signed by Shawn Mattewson”
Prepared by: Shawn Matthewson, Social Planning Analyst
“Original signed by Kelly Swift”
Approved by: Kelly Swift, General Manager,
Community Development Parks & Recreation Services
“Original signed by Ted Swabey”
Concurrence: E.C. Swabey
Chief Administrative Officer
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Attachments: Purpose Society Health Van Services in Maple Ridge
Purpose Society Health Van Services in
Maple Ridge
1 PURPOSE OF SERVICE AND HOURS OF ACCESS
The Purpose Society Health Van provides access to harm reduction supplies, including safer
smoking, safer injection, and safer sex materials. These items are distributed for the purpose of
helping to manage the risks of contracting STI/BBIs (including HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C) for
individuals with substance dependency issues and other street involvements (including sex work,
housing or domestic instability, etc.)Educational materials are also available, including information
on the risks of contracting HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C, treatment or detox options, ‘bad date sheets,’
and instructions for recognizing and aiding in an opioid overdose.In addition to individual
deliveries, harm reduction materials are supplied to the following satellite sites: Alouette Addiction
Services, Raincity Maple Ridge, and Salvation Army Ministries Ridge Meadows.The regular hours
for these services in Maple Ridge are on Tuesdays (between 12:00 PM and 8:00 PM) and Thursdays
(between 4:30 PM and 9:00 PM). The health van is also available to make appointments with
individuals or organizations by telephone outside of these hours.
2 MATERIALS AND SERVICES
2-A:Collecting Syringes
The health van distributes a number of additional items and services for the safety of individuals
and the community. Safe disposal bins (or sharps containers) are an item distributed in the van to
ensure that syringes are disposed of safely after use. These containers are provided to individuals
who use syringes themselves, and to those who collect improperly disposed syringes in the
community (independently, or with other community organizations). All individuals who are given
sharps containers are encouraged to phone the health van to have full containers or loose syringes
picked up,and disposed of safely, or to drop off full containers at Alouette Addictions Services at
22477 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge. Sharps containers are also provided to, and collected from,
the Rain City Maple Ridge homeless shelter, and to Alouette Addictions Services.
2-B: Naloxone Training and Distribution
The health van has made available a short presentation to train individuals to effectively administer
naloxone, and to provide rescue breathing in the event of an opioid overdose. This training is
available on request, and can be provided to small groups (two to six people at a time). Individuals
who complete the training are given a completion certificate card,and those who are opioid or
former opioid user themselves may receive a naloxone kit for no charge.
2-C: Improperly Disposed Syringe Collection
Workers in the health van perform regular checks of a number of areas in Maple Ridge for
discarded syringes; a regular day includes three to five checks of known areas. Areas that are
regularly checked include along North Avenue, between 224th street and 226th street (including
areas outside of buildings where substance use is common); the trail/tunnel and surrounding area
between 116th avenue and River Road; the parking lot and surrounding area at 7-11 on the corner
of Laity Street and the Lougheed Highway; the parking lot area at the High Way Church (21746
Lougheed Hwy); and the parking lot area at Brite Path Day Care (at the corner of Dewdney Trunk
Road and 216th Street). Other spot checks in the downtown Haney area are a lso regularly done.
Members of the community are also encouraged to contact the health van if they spot any
improperly discarded syringes.
2-D: STI/BBI Testing
Purpose staff also regularly coordinate with Fraser Health nurses and area agencies to facilitate
STI/BBI testing events in the community of Maple Ridge.Tests are performed either in the van, or
in partner agencies’ spaces.During these events,marginalized members of the community who
might not normally access health services in a traditional setting are encouraged to get tested in a
supportive, welcoming environment. During these encounters, individuals are also able to access
health van services, including safer use education materials, access to referrals, and information on
support services.
3 SERVICES IN SUMMARY
The Purpose Society Health Van services a large number of individuals in Maple Ridge w ith harm
reduction supplies. The regular schedule for these services are on Tuesdays and Thursdays of each
week, with additional days added as needed/available. Services include distributing clean harm
reduction supplies, and collecting used materials for safe disposal. Services, including naloxone
training and distribution,spot checks for discarded syringes around Maple Ridge, and STI/BBI
testing are also performed
Chris Podesta, Mobile Outreach Worker
Lower Mainland Purpose Society
September 2, 2016
City of Maple Ridge
TO: Her Worship Mayor Nicole Read MEETING DATE: October 17, 2016
and Members of Council FILE NO:
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: Workshop
SUBJECT: Response to National Housing Strategy
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Government of Canada is seeking input on the development of a National Housing Strategy.
Respondents are invited to share ideas, take a brief survey or submit views in writing. Staff has
prepared a letter (attached as Appendix A) that Council may wish to submit as an elected body. The
response is based on the Let’s Talk Housing survey (https://www.letstalkhousing.ca/) and ties the
responses are consistent with existing housing policies and initiatives that are being undertaken in
Maple Ridge. The survey is open to individuals to submit their own responses. The deadline for a
submission to this process is October 21, 2016.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the draft letter attached as Appendix A in the report entitled “Response to National Housing
Strategy”, dated October 17, 2016 be submitted as the City of Maple Ridge formal response to the
National Housing Strategy Let’s Talk Housing consultation.
CONCLUSION:
The contents of the attached appendix articulate the current housing issues in the City of Maple
Ridge and the efforts the municipality has undertaken within its jurisdiction to provide support and
facilitate the development of affordable housing for all members of the community. The National
Housing Strategy is a positive step by the federal government to engage in the affordable housing
conversation. The City looks forward to engaging with senior levels of government to provide more
assistance to our community with respect to this important issue.
Staff have developed a response that reflects the City’s recent initiatives regarding housing issues.
If Council is comfortable with the content, the attached letter would be submitted as a written
submission. Should Council not be comfortable with the draft letter, recognizing the short timeframe,
Council may opt to submit individual submissions.
“Original signed by Siobhan Murphy”________________
Prepared by: Siobhan Murphy, MCIP, RPP
Planner 2
“Original signed by Christine Carter”__________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL., MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning
“Original signed by Frank Quinn”______________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
“Original signed by E.C. Swabey”______________________
Concurrence: E.C. Swabey
Chief Administrative Officer
Appendix A – Letter for National Housing Strategy Let’s Talk Housing portal 4.2
October 17, 2016
National Housing Strategy Team
700 Montreal Road
Ottawa, ON
K1A 0P7
Re: National Housing Strategy Let’s Talk Housing Consultation
The City of Maple Ridge is a growing suburban municipality located in Metro Vancouver. While
Maple Ridge is considered affordable compared to some of the other municipalities in the Lower
Mainland, housing prices are still very high for many people trying to get into the housing market.
More and more, all categories along the housing continuum are facing challenges. Rents are
skyrocketing as purpose-built rental has not been replaced with new stock. People are turning to the
secondary rental market where there is little protection for tenants. The incidence of homelessness
is also increasing. Particularly in British Columbia, the service model to assist those people with
mental health issue and addictions has translated into limited local support, which has contributed
to an increase in homelessness. In response, the City of Maple Ridge has created a number of
general policies and targeted initiatives intended to foster improved housing affordability locally.
Municipalities and Regional Districts in British Columbia prepare Official Community Plans (OCPs) to
provide the policy framework for land use decisions at the local level. The policies in the Maple
Ridge OCP section 3.2 identifies policies to support the development of Affordable, Rental and
Special Needs Housing,1 The policies identify the importance of having an affordable housing
strategy, encouraging partnerships, the importance of regulation and developing new tools to provide
affordable housing, housing choice, housing affordability, and planning for seniors.2 Recognizing
that the provision of housing is a responsibility of senior levels of government, the City of Maple
Ridge encourages the use of tools within its respective authorities to encourage and facilitate the
development of affordable and special needs housing. It is also noted that municipalities are
limited in their respective authorities to generate revenue to address this issue.
The City is also committed to sustainability; a Corporate Sustainability Plan was approved by Council
in 2007 and has one of its n strategic focus areas Smart Managed Growth. This strategic focus area
is reflected in the Town Centre Area Plan, adopted in November 2008 and focuses on
accommodating this growth in a sustainable manner. The Plan includes pedestrian-oriented
development, a bicycle friendly community and Development Permit Guidelines that include green
building techniques. The City has also launched a Community Energy Program as of October 5, 2016
which focuses on the following building sector areas:
Home energy labeling
Adopting elements of the upcoming BC Energy Step Code
Energy efficiency information for residents
Builder training
contribute to the affordability of community building stock by improving energy efficiency,
thus reducing the cost of energy over building lifecycles
Further integration of energy and emissions reduction measures into DPA guidelines and
local area plans
1 City of Maple Ridge Official Community Plan, Chapter 3, pp 11-13.
https://www.mapleridge.ca/DocumentCenter/View/2415
2 City of Maple Ridge Official Community Plan, Chapter 3, page 12-13 at:
https://www.mapleridge.ca/DocumentCenter/View/2415
APPENDIX A
In addition, the City has undertaken a number of initiatives over the last several years to develop
additional policies and regulations to support housing issues in Maple Ridge. A brief description of
them is provided here:
The Housing Action Plan (HAP) process began in the fall of 2013 and concluded with Council
endorsement on September 15, 2014. As a signatory to the Metro Vancouver Regional
Growth Strategy (RGS), municipalities must complete a Housing Action Plan to align with the
Region’s Goal Four, which is to Create Complete Communities.
Following endorsement of the Maple Ridge HAP in 2014, an implementation framework was
developed and endorsed by Council on September 14, 2015. The HAP Implementation
Framework identified short, medium and long-term actions for affordable housing all along
the Housing Continuum.
2016 HAP Implementation actions currently underway preparing the following:
o Development of new housing forms (triplex, fourplex, courtyard) to increase
housing choice
o Scoping of regulatory and incentive options to facilitate rental housing
Over the last two years, the community of Maple Ridge has been deeply impacted by the
issue of homelessness. The City of Maple Ridge is working with provincial partners to
address the current situation and to minimize impacts to the community.
o On March 29, 2016 BC Housing offered to invest approximately $15 million plus
operating costs to build and operate a shelter and housing project to contribute to a
long-term solution for people who are homeless in Maple Ridge. On July 4, 2016
Council passed a motion directing staff to negotiate for property on Lougheed
Highway which was recently purchased by the City to meet this need.
o The City of Maple Ridge is also hosting a series of community dialogues on
homelessness. The series will provide an opportunity for the community to engage
with service area experts and other community members to share their thoughts and
ideas around the complex issue of homelessness.
In light of our local context, the following presents the Let’s Talk Housing survey questions and
associated responses. The questions are bolded to assist readers.
Step 1: To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following vision of housing in Canada:
All Canadians have access to housing that meets their needs and they can afford. Housing is the
cornerstone of building healthy communities and a strong Canadian economy where we can prosper
and thrive.
The City of Maple Ridge strongly agrees with the above vision which aligns with the vision outlined in
the Maple Ridge Housing Action Plan, which has a similar vision:
Access to safe, affordable, and appropriate housing that meets the diverse and changing
needs of the community is a priority.
Both visions identify the importance of being able to access housing that meets people’s respective
needs, creating healthy communities in Canada.
Step 2: Housing Themes
Do you agree that these themes are important to housing in Canada?
a. Financing costs and affordable lands for rental housing
b. Cost of housing in Canada’s largest cities
c. Low income and groups with distinct housing needs (e.g., homeless, seniors, persons
with disabilities, newcomers)
d. Social housing renewal and subsidized housing
e. Laws and regulations
f. Building a stronger affordable housing sector
g. Housing that contributes to Canada's climate change goals
h. Affordable rental supply, including through increased private sector involvement
The City agrees that these themes are important to housing in Canada. What is important with
respect to Maple Ridge’s current need is for more assistance to address homelessness and the
provision of resources to increase rental housing supply. However, the City acknowledges that in BC,
the greenhouse gas emissions relating to electricity are very low, and yet the costs have been rising
more than the high-GHG natural gas. The utilization of energy efficient construction has the potential
to have a positive impact on both affordability and climate change goals.
Please select the three most important themes to you:
a. Financing costs and affordable lands for rental housing
b. Cost of housing in Canada’s largest cities
c. Low income and groups with distinct housing needs (e.g., homeless, seniors, persons
with disabilities, newcomers)
d. Social housing renewal and subsidized housing
e. Laws and regulations
f. Building a stronger affordable housing sector
g. Housing that contributes to Canada's climate change goals
h. Affordable rental supply, including through increased private sector involvement
It is noted the request was to choose three themes. However, four was the least amount of themes
that could be chosen, based on local priorities. The priorities identified by Mayor and Council include
groups with special needs and rental housing. Themes c) and d) speak to groups with special
housing needs. Themes a) and h) speak to the provision of tools to facilitate the development of
rental housing. Progress on item h) would also see positive changes in Maple Ridge in conjunction
with local initiatives currently in development. Maple Ridge has experienced increased interest in
the development of purpose built rental housing. Additional tools and/or support would likely
increase the number of projects that would advance. While the City did not identify item (g)
specifically, it is of course acknowledged that every new building that does not use optimal building
envelope energy efficiency construction is a missed opportunity that will impact future affordability
for the next 30+ years.
Step 3: Outcomes
The following set of outcomes could help us measure the success of a National Housing Strategy.
How important are these outcomes to you?
Sustainability
o Housing is environmentally, socially and financially sustainable
o Healthy housing
o “Green” housing
o Housing supports a better quality of life
o Housing system that supports economic stability and growth
Affordability
o Canadians have housing that they can afford and that meets their needs
o Housing helps distinct groups (e.g., homeless, seniors, persons with disabilities,
newcomers)
o Communities have housing options that meet the diverse and changing needs of
Canadians
Both affordability and sustainability are very important outcomes for a National Housing Strategy.
However, affordability is tantamount in the short-term based on the immediate needs of this
community with respect to homelessness, and the lack of purpose-built rental housing.
Please select the three most important outcomes to you.
Sustainability
o Housing is environmentally, socially and financially sustainable
o Healthy housing
o “Green” housing
o Housing supports a better quality of life
o Housing system that supports economic stability and growth
Affordability
o Canadians have housing that they can afford and that meets their needs
o Housing helps distinct groups (e.g., homeless, seniors, persons with disabilities,
newcomers)
o Communities have housing options that meet the diverse and changing needs of
Canadians
Inclusivity
o Housing helps distinct groups (e.g., homeless, seniors, persons with disabilities,
newcomers)
Flexibility
o Communities have housing options that meet the diverse and changing needs of
Canadians
The three most important outcomes for Maple Ridge based on its current housing challenges and
long-term housing goals for the community are:
o Canadians have housing that they can afford and that meets their needs
o Housing helps distinct groups (e.g., homeless, seniors, persons with disabilities,
newcomers)
o Communities have housing options that meet the diverse and changing needs of
Canadians
By choosing these specific outcomes, the Inclusivity and Flexibility outcomes are included. It is also
noted that Sustainability and Affordability are not mutually exclusive where there is a shared
outcome. Less energy consumed will result in lower operating costs, which will lead to lower
greenhouse gas emissions, which in turn may increase affordability and contribute to climate change
goals.
In summary, the issue of housing affordability for all is one of the most important issues facing
Canadians today. Municipalities are utilizing the tools available and within their respective
jurisdictions to address this challenge at the local level. However, it is imperative that the Federal
Government take an active and lead role in housing citizens. The City of Maple Ridge looks forward
to the next steps in the development of a National Housing Strategy to make progress in achieving
housing affordability for all Canadians.
Sincerely,
Nicole Read, Mayor
City of Maple Ridge, British Columbia
Respondent profile information:
City of Maple Ridge: http://www.mapleridge.ca/
Location: British Columbia
Total Population: estimated 2015 BC Stats 81,247
http://www.bcstats.gov.bc.ca/StatisticsBySubject/Demography/PopulationEstimates.aspx
Number of Elected Council (7) – Mayor, and 6 elected councillors
Other information: The Housing Action Plan was endorsed in September, 2014, and the Housing
Action Plan Implementation Framework was endorsed September, 2015. These can be viewed here:
https://www.mapleridge.ca/246/Housing-Action-Plan