1 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Regular Meeting Monday, July 11 ...
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Regular Meeting Monday, July 11, 2016
In attendance: Mayor G. Moore and Councillors L. Dupont, M. Forrest, D. Penner, G. Pollock and D. Washington were in attendance. Also in attendance: Director of Recreation L. Bowie, Fire Chief N. Delmonico, Director of Finance K. Grommada, Manager of Corporate Office & Lands B. Hutchins, Chief Administrative Officer J. Leeburn, Director of Engineering and Public Works K. Meersman, Manager of Communications & Administrative Services P. Purewal, Director of Development Services L.L. Richard and Director of Human Resources S. Traviss. 1.
CALL TO ORDER Mayor G. Moore called the meeting to order at 7:03 pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, BC.
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ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 2.1.
Adoption of the July 11, 2016 Regular Council Meeting Agenda It was moved and seconded that the Regular Council Meeting Agenda of July 11, 2016 be adopted. Carried.
3.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES 3.1.
Minutes of June 27, 2016 It was moved and seconded that the Regular Council Minutes of June 27, 2016 be adopted. Carried.
4.
PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3945 for Agricultural Zones His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3945 for agricultural zones. The following speakers approached the podium: Mr. C. Grandy – 331 Laurier Avenue Opposed to the proposed amendment, however supported the house size regulations proposed. Spoke on behalf of Good Dog Ranch and Spa located at 331 Laurier Avenue. He advised that Good Dog provides 1
training and boarding of dogs and currently employees 17 full time/part time staff, 35% are certified staff. Spoke at length of the negative implications to Good Dog if the bylaw was approved. Mr. G. Sealander, Maple Ridge resident and farmer Opposed to the proposed amendment and feels that if approved, it may also affect policies and bylaws in Maple Ridge that may have implications to insurance and devaluating farmland. He recommends limiting uses to 10% residential 90% agricultural. The following correspondence was received: Mr. and Mrs. Coburn – resident In support of Good Dog Ranch and Spa and is not in support of the amendment that may jeopardize their business. Ms. H. Grandy, Ms. V. Janusz, Mr. J. Janusz, and Mr. C. Grandy – 331 Laurier Avenue – owners and operators of Good Dog Ranch and Spa. Not in favour of the proposed amendment as it will significantly impact the use of ALR lot in situations where farming is not a viable option. Ms. K. Bereti Not in support of the proposed amendment as it will negatively impact the Good Dog Ranch and Spa. Mr. M. McPhee – 1528 Celeste Crescent Supports the bylaw amendment and in favour of protecting the agricultural land and preventing further erosion of farmland. Mr. A. Browne – 822 Homer Street Former 18 year resident of Port Coquitlam. Supports the bylaw amendment and stated that in the long-term, it is a good land use policy in the public interest. 4.2.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3958 for 3608 and 3620 Cedar Drive His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3958 for 3608 and 3620 Cedar Drive. The following speakers approached the podium. Mr. B. Green – 850 Patricia Avenue Stated concerns about the proposed changes to the neighborhood and the potential increase to traffic. Mr. A Vekic - 912 Cornwall Place Stated concerns about the impact and the changes to the neighborhood and the potential increase to traffic. Also asked the City to consider traffic 2
improvements and to support the increase of speeding enforcement on Cedar Drive. Mr. T. Harrison - 3632 Inverness Street Stated concerns about parking issues. Resident – 3632 Inverness Street Opposed to the development and is concerned about the increase in the speed of vehicle traffic on Cedar from Patricia. Stated that merging from Patricia onto Cedar could be a challenge for motorists. Ms. L. Richardson - 3632 St. Thomas Street Opposed to the density of the lot and is not in favour to the proposed changes to the neighborhood. D. Giesbrecht, Agent for the owner Supports the development. Does not think that this development will increase the speed of the motorists on Cedar Drive. Houses will be set back and allow for parking in the driveway and there is space in the backyard to utilize family activities. Footprint is smaller. The following correspondence was received: Ms. C. Bridge – 837 Inverness Place Supports the application and feels that the proposed development will have a positive impact in the neighborhood. 4.3.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3957 for 2575 & 2579 Larkin Avenue and 2574 Lincoln Avenue His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3957 for 2575 & 2579 Larkin Avenue and 2574 Lincoln Avenue. The following speaker approached the podium. Resident - 2590 Lincoln Avenue (approved the podium after Item 4.3 was dealt with) - Does not desire forested area to be developed. The following correspondence was received: Ms. S. Ang stated that she is concerned about the rapid loss of the tree canopy in the area.
4.4.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3959 for 1678 Manning Avenue His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3959 for 1678 Manning Avenue. The following speaker approached the podium.
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Resident - 3040 – 3044 Wellington Avenue (approved the podium after Item 4.4 was dealt with) – Requested that the footprint of the houses for the proposed development at 1678 Manning Avenue be constructed further from the rear property line. 5.
PUBLIC INPUT OPPORTUNITY 5.1.
Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950 for Lougheed and Suffolk Avenue His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950 for Lougheed and Suffolk Avenue. No speakers approached the podium. A resident approached the podium however Mayor G. Moore recognized that the speaker was addressing Council on Item 4.4. and not Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950. Mayor G. Moore permitted the resident to speak and the information was recorded under Item 4.4.
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BYLAWS 6.1.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3945 for Agricultural Zones - Third Reading It was moved and seconded that “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3945” for Agricultural Zones be given third reading. Carried. It was moved and seconded that the staff be directed to come back through the Smart Growth Committee regarding amendments for animal care once Bylaw No. 3954 is approved. Carried. Following a question from Councillor Penner, the Director of Development Services also advised that staff will be looking at childcare regulations more broadly in the coming months, and that this will include childcare in agricultural zones. It was moved that the staff be directed to come back through the Smart Growth Committee regarding amendments to childcare once Bylaw No. 3954 is approved. Motion was Lost for Want of a Seconder.
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6.2.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3958 for 3608 and 3620 Cedar Drive Third Reading It was moved and seconded that “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3958” for 3608 and 3620 Cedar Drive be given third reading. Carried. Councillor D. Washington voted against the resolution.
6.3.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3957 for 2575 & 2579 Larkin Avenue and 2574 Lincoln Avenue - Third Reading It was moved and seconded that “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3957” for 2575 & 2579 Larkin Avenue and 2574 Lincoln Avenue be given third reading. Carried.
6.4.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3959 for 1678 Manning Avenue - Third Reading It was moved and seconded that “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3959” for 1678 Manning Avenue be given third reading. Carried.
6.5.
Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950 for Lougheed/Suffolk Avenue - Final Reading It was moved and seconded that "Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950" for Lougheed/Suffolk Avenue be given final reading. Carried.
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RESOLUTION 7.1.
Acting Mayor Resolution It was moved and seconded that Councillor D. Washington be appointed as Acting Mayor for July 20 to 31, 2016. Carried.
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8.
REPORTS 8.1.
Rezoning Application and Development Variance Permit for 1244 and 1248 Pitt River Road It was moved and seconded that: 1.
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3.
4.
That the zoning of the properties located at 1244 & 1248 Pitt River Road be amended from RS1 (Residential Single Dwelling 1) to RS2 (Residential Single Dwelling 2). That pursuant to s.499 of the Local Government Act, staff be authorized to include notice of an application to vary the minimum lot width with the notification for the rezoning. That prior to adoption of the amending bylaw, a subdivision plan including provision for lane dedication along the west property line be submitted to the satisfaction of the Approving Officer. That prior to adoption of the amending bylaw, the following conditions be met to the satisfaction of the Director of Development Services: a) b)
c) d) e)
demolition of existing buildings and structures; completion of design and submission of fees and securities for off-site works and services, including the rear lane and street trees; installation of tree protection barriers and submission of a security in the amount of $10,000 to ensure tree retention; submission of a security in the amount of $3,000 to ensure on-site tree planting; registration of a legal agreement to ensure that: i) ii) iii)
vehicular access is restricted to the lane, the dwellings are not of an identical design or finish, and one on-site parking space is required for each secondary suite.
Carried. 8.2.
Proposed Adjustments to Agenda Timelines It was moved and seconded that: 1.
That staff provide agenda packages six calendar days in advance of scheduled Council and committee meetings as a pilot until the end of 2016;
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2.
That late reports to Council or committee agendas be permitted if the matter relates to one or more of the “late report criteria” as outlined in this report; and,
3.
That, if necessary, a Council Briefing be scheduled prior to the end of 2016 to review the merits and challenges of the pilot.
Carried. Mayor Moore and Councillor Penner voted against the resolution. 8.3.
Coast Meridian Barge Ramp - Lease Agreement It was moved and seconded that: 1.
That the five year lease Agreement for the Coast Meridian Barge Ramp with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority be renewed; and
2.
That staff be directed to bring forward an amendment to the Fees and Charges Bylaw to increase the Barge Ramp Permit fee from $200 to $400 per use.
Carried. Councillor M. Forrest excused himself from the Council Chambers due to a conflict of interest with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority at 8:54 pm. It was moved and seconded that the City send a letter to Vancouver Fraser Port Authority outlining concerns regarding the increase to the lease and asking the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority to reconsider; and to also invite the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority to attend a future Council Meeting to speak to the increase in the lease. Carried. Councillor M. Forrest returned to the Council Chambers at 8:57 pm. 9.
NEW BUSINESS Council provided several updates related to community events.
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OPEN QUESTION PERIOD Mayor G. Moore invited those wishing to ask a question of Council to approach the podium. The following speaker approached the podium: Ms. N. McCurrach – 3777 Larch Way Thanked Council and staff for mowing the lawn at Birchwood Park.
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11.
ADJOURNMENT 11.1. Adjournment of the July 11, 2016 Regular Council Meeting. It was moved and seconded that the July 11, 2016 Regular Council Meeting be adjourned at 9:00 pm.
Certified Correct,
_______________________ Mayor G. Moore
_______________________ Corporate Officer
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In attendance: Mayor G. Moore and Councillors L. Dupont, M. Forrest, D. Penner, G. Pollock and D. Washington were in attendance. Also in attendance: Director of Recreation L. Bowie, Fire Chief N. Delmonico, Director of Finance K. Grommada, Manager of Corporate Office & Lands B. Hutchins, Chief Administrative Officer J. Leeburn, Director of Engineering and Public Works K. Meersman, Manager of Communications & Administrative Services P. Purewal, Director of Development Services L.L. Richard and Director of Human Resources S. Traviss. 1.
CALL TO ORDER Mayor G. Moore called the meeting to order at 7:03 pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 2580 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, BC.
2.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 2.1.
Adoption of the July 11, 2016 Regular Council Meeting Agenda It was moved and seconded that the Regular Council Meeting Agenda of July 11, 2016 be adopted. Carried.
3.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES 3.1.
Minutes of June 27, 2016 It was moved and seconded that the Regular Council Minutes of June 27, 2016 be adopted. Carried.
4.
PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3945 for Agricultural Zones His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3945 for agricultural zones. The following speakers approached the podium: Mr. C. Grandy – 331 Laurier Avenue Opposed to the proposed amendment, however supported the house size regulations proposed. Spoke on behalf of Good Dog Ranch and Spa located at 331 Laurier Avenue. He advised that Good Dog provides 1
training and boarding of dogs and currently employees 17 full time/part time staff, 35% are certified staff. Spoke at length of the negative implications to Good Dog if the bylaw was approved. Mr. G. Sealander, Maple Ridge resident and farmer Opposed to the proposed amendment and feels that if approved, it may also affect policies and bylaws in Maple Ridge that may have implications to insurance and devaluating farmland. He recommends limiting uses to 10% residential 90% agricultural. The following correspondence was received: Mr. and Mrs. Coburn – resident In support of Good Dog Ranch and Spa and is not in support of the amendment that may jeopardize their business. Ms. H. Grandy, Ms. V. Janusz, Mr. J. Janusz, and Mr. C. Grandy – 331 Laurier Avenue – owners and operators of Good Dog Ranch and Spa. Not in favour of the proposed amendment as it will significantly impact the use of ALR lot in situations where farming is not a viable option. Ms. K. Bereti Not in support of the proposed amendment as it will negatively impact the Good Dog Ranch and Spa. Mr. M. McPhee – 1528 Celeste Crescent Supports the bylaw amendment and in favour of protecting the agricultural land and preventing further erosion of farmland. Mr. A. Browne – 822 Homer Street Former 18 year resident of Port Coquitlam. Supports the bylaw amendment and stated that in the long-term, it is a good land use policy in the public interest. 4.2.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3958 for 3608 and 3620 Cedar Drive His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3958 for 3608 and 3620 Cedar Drive. The following speakers approached the podium. Mr. B. Green – 850 Patricia Avenue Stated concerns about the proposed changes to the neighborhood and the potential increase to traffic. Mr. A Vekic - 912 Cornwall Place Stated concerns about the impact and the changes to the neighborhood and the potential increase to traffic. Also asked the City to consider traffic 2
improvements and to support the increase of speeding enforcement on Cedar Drive. Mr. T. Harrison - 3632 Inverness Street Stated concerns about parking issues. Resident – 3632 Inverness Street Opposed to the development and is concerned about the increase in the speed of vehicle traffic on Cedar from Patricia. Stated that merging from Patricia onto Cedar could be a challenge for motorists. Ms. L. Richardson - 3632 St. Thomas Street Opposed to the density of the lot and is not in favour to the proposed changes to the neighborhood. D. Giesbrecht, Agent for the owner Supports the development. Does not think that this development will increase the speed of the motorists on Cedar Drive. Houses will be set back and allow for parking in the driveway and there is space in the backyard to utilize family activities. Footprint is smaller. The following correspondence was received: Ms. C. Bridge – 837 Inverness Place Supports the application and feels that the proposed development will have a positive impact in the neighborhood. 4.3.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3957 for 2575 & 2579 Larkin Avenue and 2574 Lincoln Avenue His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3957 for 2575 & 2579 Larkin Avenue and 2574 Lincoln Avenue. The following speaker approached the podium. Resident - 2590 Lincoln Avenue (approved the podium after Item 4.3 was dealt with) - Does not desire forested area to be developed. The following correspondence was received: Ms. S. Ang stated that she is concerned about the rapid loss of the tree canopy in the area.
4.4.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3959 for 1678 Manning Avenue His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3959 for 1678 Manning Avenue. The following speaker approached the podium.
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Resident - 3040 – 3044 Wellington Avenue (approved the podium after Item 4.4 was dealt with) – Requested that the footprint of the houses for the proposed development at 1678 Manning Avenue be constructed further from the rear property line. 5.
PUBLIC INPUT OPPORTUNITY 5.1.
Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950 for Lougheed and Suffolk Avenue His Worship Mayor G. Moore asked if there were any speakers wishing to address Council regarding Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950 for Lougheed and Suffolk Avenue. No speakers approached the podium. A resident approached the podium however Mayor G. Moore recognized that the speaker was addressing Council on Item 4.4. and not Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950. Mayor G. Moore permitted the resident to speak and the information was recorded under Item 4.4.
6.
BYLAWS 6.1.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3945 for Agricultural Zones - Third Reading It was moved and seconded that “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3945” for Agricultural Zones be given third reading. Carried. It was moved and seconded that the staff be directed to come back through the Smart Growth Committee regarding amendments for animal care once Bylaw No. 3954 is approved. Carried. Following a question from Councillor Penner, the Director of Development Services also advised that staff will be looking at childcare regulations more broadly in the coming months, and that this will include childcare in agricultural zones. It was moved that the staff be directed to come back through the Smart Growth Committee regarding amendments to childcare once Bylaw No. 3954 is approved. Motion was Lost for Want of a Seconder.
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6.2.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3958 for 3608 and 3620 Cedar Drive Third Reading It was moved and seconded that “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3958” for 3608 and 3620 Cedar Drive be given third reading. Carried. Councillor D. Washington voted against the resolution.
6.3.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3957 for 2575 & 2579 Larkin Avenue and 2574 Lincoln Avenue - Third Reading It was moved and seconded that “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3957” for 2575 & 2579 Larkin Avenue and 2574 Lincoln Avenue be given third reading. Carried.
6.4.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3959 for 1678 Manning Avenue - Third Reading It was moved and seconded that “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3959” for 1678 Manning Avenue be given third reading. Carried.
6.5.
Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950 for Lougheed/Suffolk Avenue - Final Reading It was moved and seconded that "Road Closure Bylaw No. 3950" for Lougheed/Suffolk Avenue be given final reading. Carried.
7.
RESOLUTION 7.1.
Acting Mayor Resolution It was moved and seconded that Councillor D. Washington be appointed as Acting Mayor for July 20 to 31, 2016. Carried.
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8.
REPORTS 8.1.
Rezoning Application and Development Variance Permit for 1244 and 1248 Pitt River Road It was moved and seconded that: 1.
2.
3.
4.
That the zoning of the properties located at 1244 & 1248 Pitt River Road be amended from RS1 (Residential Single Dwelling 1) to RS2 (Residential Single Dwelling 2). That pursuant to s.499 of the Local Government Act, staff be authorized to include notice of an application to vary the minimum lot width with the notification for the rezoning. That prior to adoption of the amending bylaw, a subdivision plan including provision for lane dedication along the west property line be submitted to the satisfaction of the Approving Officer. That prior to adoption of the amending bylaw, the following conditions be met to the satisfaction of the Director of Development Services: a) b)
c) d) e)
demolition of existing buildings and structures; completion of design and submission of fees and securities for off-site works and services, including the rear lane and street trees; installation of tree protection barriers and submission of a security in the amount of $10,000 to ensure tree retention; submission of a security in the amount of $3,000 to ensure on-site tree planting; registration of a legal agreement to ensure that: i) ii) iii)
vehicular access is restricted to the lane, the dwellings are not of an identical design or finish, and one on-site parking space is required for each secondary suite.
Carried. 8.2.
Proposed Adjustments to Agenda Timelines It was moved and seconded that: 1.
That staff provide agenda packages six calendar days in advance of scheduled Council and committee meetings as a pilot until the end of 2016;
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2.
That late reports to Council or committee agendas be permitted if the matter relates to one or more of the “late report criteria” as outlined in this report; and,
3.
That, if necessary, a Council Briefing be scheduled prior to the end of 2016 to review the merits and challenges of the pilot.
Carried. Mayor Moore and Councillor Penner voted against the resolution. 8.3.
Coast Meridian Barge Ramp - Lease Agreement It was moved and seconded that: 1.
That the five year lease Agreement for the Coast Meridian Barge Ramp with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority be renewed; and
2.
That staff be directed to bring forward an amendment to the Fees and Charges Bylaw to increase the Barge Ramp Permit fee from $200 to $400 per use.
Carried. Councillor M. Forrest excused himself from the Council Chambers due to a conflict of interest with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority at 8:54 pm. It was moved and seconded that the City send a letter to Vancouver Fraser Port Authority outlining concerns regarding the increase to the lease and asking the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority to reconsider; and to also invite the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority to attend a future Council Meeting to speak to the increase in the lease. Carried. Councillor M. Forrest returned to the Council Chambers at 8:57 pm. 9.
NEW BUSINESS Council provided several updates related to community events.
10.
OPEN QUESTION PERIOD Mayor G. Moore invited those wishing to ask a question of Council to approach the podium. The following speaker approached the podium: Ms. N. McCurrach – 3777 Larch Way Thanked Council and staff for mowing the lawn at Birchwood Park.
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11.
ADJOURNMENT 11.1. Adjournment of the July 11, 2016 Regular Council Meeting. It was moved and seconded that the July 11, 2016 Regular Council Meeting be adjourned at 9:00 pm.
Certified Correct,
_______________________ Mayor G. Moore
_______________________ Corporate Officer
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