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REPORT TO COUNCIL

STANDING COMMITTEE OF COUNCIL
ON PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT

AUGUST 2, 2001

A Regular Meeting of the Standing Committee of Council on Planning and Environment was held on Thursday, August 2, 2001, at 2:25 p.m., in the Council Chamber, Third Floor, City Hall.

PRESENT:

Councillor Don Lee, Vice Chair
Mayor Philip Owen
Councillor Fred Bass
*Councillor Jennifer Clarke
Councillor Sandy McCormick
Councillor Gordon Price
Councillor Sam Sullivan

ABSENT:

Councillor Lynne Kennedy, Chair (Leave of Absence)
Councillor Daniel Lee (Leave of Absence)
Councillor Tim Louis (Leave of Absence)
Councillor George Puil (Leave of Absence)

CITY MANAGER'S
OFFICE:

Judy Rogers, City Manager

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE:

Laura Kazakoff, Meeting Coordinator

*Denotes presence for a portion of the meeting.

VARY AGENDA

The Committee agreed to vary the agenda in order to first deal with two items referred from the morning meeting of the Standing Committee on City Services and Budgets. For ease of reference, the items are minuted in numerical order.

RECOMMENDATION

1. Southeast False Creek: Environmental Plans Required for the Preparation of the Official Development Plan (File 8206)

The Committee had before it a Policy Report dated July 13, 2001, in which the Director of Current Planning and the Manager of Real Estate Services, in consultation with the General Managers of Engineering Services and the Park Board, the Directors of Social Planning, Financial Planning and Treasury, and Legal Services, and the Manager of the Housing Centre, sought Council's approval for additional funding necessary to complete the required sustainability plans, including a consultant study for the Water and Waste Management Plans, prior to the submission of an Official Development Plan. The General Manager of Community Services recommended approval of funding for the environmental plans, and the General Manager of Engineering Services recommended approval of funding for the consultant study.

Ian Smith, Senior Planner, Central Area Major Developments Group, provided an overview of the report and, along with Bruce Maitland, Director of Real Estate Services, responded to questions concerning work still needing to be done and the proposed timeline.

The following speakers expressed support for the recommendations put forward in the report:

The following is a summary of comments made by the foregoing speakers:

· strongly support the recommendations and urge moving forward with the plans for Southeast False Creek; only piece which may be missing is a social sustainability plan;
· these strategies will provide significant benefits which will reach far beyond the boundaries of Southeast False Creek;
· Vancouver has become a world leader in city building; this project will help Vancouver retain leadership in livability and in providing the best service to its citizens.

MOVED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

A. THAT additional funding required to complete the sustainability plans needed to prepare the Official Development Plan for Southeast False Creek, as outlined in the Policy Report dated July 13, 2001, entitled "Southeast False Creek: Environmental Plans Required for the Preparation of the Official Development Plan", be approved at a cost of $42,000 to be covered by the Property Endowment Fund and that this amount be credited against future rezoning fees incurred by the Property Endowment Fund for this site.

B. THAT staff report back to Council at the completion of the sustainability plans on timing and funding that may be required to complete the Official Development Plan.

C. THAT Council authorize the General Manager of Engineering Services to interview, select and engage an Engineering firm to develop the Waste and Water Management Plans for Southeast False Creek and that $40,000 be allocated from the Contingency Reserve Fund for the cost of these plans.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

2. Establishing an Environmental Assessment Method for Buildings in Southeast False Creek (File 8206)

The Committee had before it a Policy Report dated July 4, 2001, in which the Director of Current Planning, in consultation with the Director of City Plans and the Manager of Real Estate Services, recommended approval of a proposed work program, time line, staff resources, and budget for a planning process to establish an environmental assessment method for buildings in Southeast False Creek (SEFC). The General Manager of Community Services recommended approval.

Ian Smith, Senior Planner, Central Area Major Developments Group, reviewed the report, and noted that information learned from this project will eventually be transferrable to the entire city. Andrea Wickham, Planning Analyst, Central Area Major Developments Group, with the aid of a PowerPoint presentation, reviewed existing examples of "green" buildings in the Lower Mainland, including the Liu Centre, C.K. Choi building, and the Telus building renovations.

Mr. Smith responded to questions concerning possible incentives to encourage environmentally responsible designs and estimated long-term cost-savings of operating a green building.

The following speakers expressed support for the recommendations:

The following is a summary of comments made by the foregoing speakers:

· as shown in photographs during staff presentation, green buildings are not out of sync with urban Vancouver lifestyles, and will not result in reduction of "creature comforts";
· there is an emerging interest in green development and the assessment will serve to provide confidence in green building technology;
· in terms of the proposed use of the "LEED" assessment method, which has three certified rating levels, would encourage the City to aim for a high level of performance;
· encourage Council to introduce LEED as a requirement for buildings in SEFC, at an appropriate time;
· UBC is looking at utilizing LEED for new buildings on campus, and is exploring incentives such as density bonusing; would encourage City to do the same;
· using LEED does not necessarily mean there will be additional building costs - other projects in the city using LEED are being completed within the original budget;
· encourage the City to provide incentives to developers to utilize LEED, e.g. an expedited development permit process.

MOVED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

A. THAT the budget, work program, and staffing to develop an environmental assessment method for buildings in Southeast False Creek, as summarized in Table 1 of the Policy Report dated July 4, 2001, entitled "Establishing an Environment Assessment Method for Buildings in Southeast False Creek", be approved; and

B. THAT $55,600 be allocated for this work, source of funds to be the contingency reserve.

C. THAT the Director of Current Planning be instructed to proceed with the work as part of the ongoing work program of Southeast False Creek, as outlined in the companion Policy Report, dated July 13, 2001, and entitled: "Southeast False Creek: Environmental Plans Required for the Preparation of the Official Development Plan".

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

3. Warning to Prospective Purchasers of 1628 Marpole Avenue (File 2701)

The Committee had before it an Administrative Report dated July 12, 2001, in which the City Building Inspector recommended a 336D Notice be filed against the title to the property at 1628 Marpole Avenue to warn any prospective purchasers that there is a violation of a Heritage Revitalization Agreement in relation to this property. It was also recommended the Director of Legal Services be authorised to commence legal action, at her discretion. The General Manager of Community Services recommended approval.

Peter Sweeney, Manager, Building Inspections, with the aid of photographs, reviewed the report.

Fred Liu, Landscape Architect, representing the owner, spoke in opposition to the recommendations. Mr. Liu noted the owner had purchased the property with the understanding that an existing fence running along the property line between 1628 and 1638 Marpole was allowed and he had a plan from the previous owner which shows the fence in place. He further noted the property owner wished to retain the fence for security reasons.

Yardley McNeill, Heritage Planner, responded to a question concerning the fence which is in violation of a Heritage Revitalization Agreement.

MOVED by Councillor Bass
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

A. THAT the City Clerk be directed to file a 336D Notice against the title to the property at 1628 Marpole Avenue (Lot 2, Block 38, District Lot 526, Plan LMP30847) in order to warn prospective purchasers that there are contraventions of a Heritage Revitalization Agreement related to this property.

B. THAT the Director of Legal Services is hereby authorized, in her discretion, to commence a legal action or proceeding in relation to the premises located at 1628 Marpole Avenue and may, in her discretion, seek a court order under Section 604 of the Vancouver Charter, in order to bring this property into compliance with the Heritage Revitalization Agreement.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

4. Warning to Prospective Purchasers of 3495 Archimedes Street (File 2701)

The Committee had before it an Administrative Report dated July 12, 2001, in which the City Building Inspector recommended a 336D Notice be filed against the title to the property at 3495 Archimedes Street in order to warn prospective purchasers of by-law violations in relation to the property. It was also recommended the Director of Legal Services be authorised to commence legal action, at her discretion. The General Manager of Community Services recommended approval.

Peter Sweeney, Manager, Building Inspections, with the aid of photographs, reviewed the condition of the subject property.

MOVED by Mayor Owen
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

A. THAT the City Clerk be directed to file a 336D Notice against the title to the property at 3495 Archimedes Street (Lot 3 of 1, Block 55, District Lot 37, Plan 8275) in order to warn prospective purchasers that there are contraventions of the Zoning and Development, Vancouver Building and Electrical By-laws related to this building.

B. THAT the Director of Legal Services is hereby authorized, in her discretion, to commence a legal action or proceeding in relation to the premises located at 3495 Archimedes Street and may, in her discretion, seek injunctive relief in that action or proceeding, in order to bring this building into compliance with City By-laws.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

5. Demolition of Nuisance/Dangerous Building at 942-950 Granville Street

The Committee had before an Administrative Report dated July 10, 2001, in which the City Building Inspector recommended Council declare the building at 942-950 Granville Street a nuisance and dangerous to public safety and that the owner be ordered to demolish the building and remove the resulting debris. It was also recommended a 336D Notice be filed against the title to the property in order to warn any prospective purchasers of Council's order. The General Manager of Community Services recommended approval.

Peter Sweeney, Manager, Building Inspections, advised that the owner now has a demolition permit for this property, which was obtained yesterday; however staff are still requesting approval of the recommendations.

Jacques Achsen, representing the owners, spoke in opposition to the recommendations. He noted it was his understanding that this item would be pulled from the agenda in light of his having obtained the demolition permit. He advised the owners are ready to proceed with the demolition but require time to complete such things as disconnecting the gas lines.

Mr. Sweeney advised that, as the owners have obtained a demolition permit, staff will hold off placing the 336D notice on title right away, but request Council's approval to do so in the event the demolition is not proceeded with.

MOVED by Mayor Owen
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

6. 900 Granville Street - 490811 BC Ltd. - Class 'C' Cabaret Liquor License

The Committee had before it an Administrative Report dated July 17, 2001, in which the Chief License Inspector sought Council's endorsement to confirm the relocation/closure of a cabaret to satisfy Council's previous condition for a 130-seat Class `C' cabaret at 900 Granville Street (Recommendation A). Also put forward for Council's consideration was the applicant's proposal for a larger cabaret with 275 seats, rather than 130 (Consideration B). The General Manager of Community Services recommended approval of the recommendation to endorse a 130-seat cabaret, and put forward for consideration the option of endorsing the applicant's request for additional seats.

Guy Gusdal, Licensing Coordinator, reviewed the report and provided an overview of the goals for the Granville Street Entertainment District.

The following delegations (materials filed) addressed the Committee as a group and expressed support for approval of the 275-seat cabaret, as put forward in the report as Consideration B:

The following is a summary of comments provided by the foregoing speakers:

· proposal only results in a net gain of 60 seats overall at this location;
· other cabarets on Granville, e.g. The Roxy, have a comparable number of seats;
· proposal is simply for a seat-for-seat transfer, i.e. 275 seats from the Starfish Room relocated to this location;
· approval of this project will mean there are only three cabarets left needing to be relocated;
· the seat relocation and revised proposal actually results in a net decrease of seats downtown;
· proposal offers many benefits, some of which are itemized in the staff report.

Paul Teichroeb, Chief License Inspector, responded to questions concerning the pub approval and the seat relocation process and clarified issues surrounding the Provincial liquor approval process.

Inspector Dave Jones, Vancouver Police Department, in response to a question, noted that the proposed environmental changes, style, and target clientele for the cabaret were satisfactory; however, he expressed concern with regard to the proposed density which would result from the current application.

The following delegations spoke in opposition to the application for a 275-seat cabaret as put forward in Consideration B:

The following is a summary of comments provided by the foregoing speakers:

· City approval process seems to be favouring one applicant over all others;
· a previous proposal by another applicant for this street, catering to the same type of older clientele, was rejected by Council;
· request for a 275-seat cabaret represents a new application and should be treated as such;
· there has been discussion today that proposal would result in net decrease of seats; however, staff have often asserted that pub seats and cabaret seats are not interchangeable, as they create different impacts;
· applicants should go ahead with their original 130-seat cabaret proposal.

Mr. Teichroeb responded to questions regarding whether the applicant has fulfilled the terms of Council approved on September 14, 2000, and the status of other applications discussed by the delegations, and clarified issues surrounding the status of the 275 licensed seats at 1055 Homer Street (Starfish Room).

During discussion, three Council members indicated support for the applicant's request for a 275-seat cabaret, as put forward in Consideration "B" in the report.

MOVED by Councillor Clarke
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

THAT Council, having considered the support of the majority of residents and business operators of the community as determined by the previous neighbourhood notification, endorse the request by 490811 BC Ltd. for a 130-seat Class `C' Cabaret at 900 Granville Street, subject to:

CARRIED
(Councillors Bass, Sullivan and the Mayor opposed)

7. Broadway/Commercial SkyTrain Station Precinct -

The Committee had before it a Policy Report dated July 16, 2001, in which the Director of City Plans, in consultation with the General Manager of Engineering Services, sought Council's adoption of guidelines for conditional approvals in the C-2C and C-3A zones in the Broadway/Commercial Station Precinct.

Frank Ducote, Senior Urban Designer, Area Plans, was available to answer questions.

MOVED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

8. Vancouver Agreement Health and Safety Initiative: Carnegie - Health Connections Outreach Program (File 4161)

The Committee had before it an Administrative Report dated July 23, 2001, in which the Director of the Carnegie Centre, in consultation with the Chief Constable and the Drug Policy Coordinator, sought Council's approval of funding for the Carnegie - Health Connections Outreach Program as a key component of the Vancouver Agreement Health and Safety Initiative. The City Manager recommended approval and provided comments with regard to funding sources.

Michael Clague, Director, Carnegie Centre, and Nathan Edelson, Planner, Downtown Neighbourhoods Group, were available to answer questions.

A Council member expressed concern with regard to funding annual program costs with gaming revenues.

MOVED by Councillor Clarke
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

CARRIED
(Councillor Bass opposed to B)

9. Vancouver Agreement Health and Safety Initiative: Redesign and Reconstruction of the South-West Corner of Main and Hastings (File 4161/1602)

The Committee had before it an Administrative Report dated July 24, 2001, in which the Director of the Carnegie Centre, in consultation with the City Engineer, sought Council's approval of up to $540,000 in capital funds to make physical changes to the corner of Main and Hastings; the project to be part of the City's contribution to the Vancouver Agreement's Health and Safety Initiative. The General Manager of Community Services recommended approval.

Michael Clague, Director, Carnegie Centre and Nathan Edelson, Planner, Downtown Neighbourhoods Group, were available to answer questions.

Thia Walter spoke in opposition to the recommendation and asked Council to defer funding the redesign of the corner until a viable alternative is offered to accommodate the people who will be displaced by this project. She also noted the contact centre to be opened later this year by the Vancouver/Richmond Health Board will not provide sufficient incentives for drug-addicted persons to seek treatment.

Muggs Sigurgierson, Vice-President, Carnegie Centre Association, spoke in favour of the recommendation, and noted the Carnegie Centre is the only community centre in the city that does not have outdoor space. She also noted the contact centre will be of benefit to the resident population.

Mr. Edelson and Mr. Clague responded to questions regarding available treatment facilities in the area, and services which will be offered by the future contact centre.

MOVED by Mayor Owen
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

THAT $540,000 be approved for the redesign and reconstruction of the south-west corner of Main and Hastings Streets, including portions of the exterior of the Carnegie Centre and the nearby lane and public washrooms; funding to be provided from the 2001 Capital Budget allocation for the Downtown Eastside.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

10. Blood Alley Consultant Study - Approval of Funding (File 8104/1602)

The Committee had before it an Administrative Report dated July 24, 2001, in which the Director of Current Planning, in consultation with the General Manager of Engineering Services, sought Council's approval to retain a consultant to develop an achievable concept plan and revitalization strategy for Blood Alley, including the renovation of adjacent commercial spaces. It was recommended that funds be approved to allow a review of the implications of the proposed incentives in the Gastown Heritage Management Plan for Blood Alley and elsewhere in Gastown. The General Manager of Community Services recommended approval.

Nathan Edelson, Planner, Downtown Neighbourhoods Group, was available to answer questions.

MOVED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

B. THAT Council approve a budget not to exceed $20,000 (including GST) for the purpose of testing the incentives proposed in the Gastown Heritage Management Plan for Blood Alley and elsewhere in Gastown; funding to be provided from Downtown Eastside capital funds approved in the 2001 Basic Capital Budget.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

11. Continuation of Greater.vancouver TV Series (File 1192)

At its meeting on July 31, 2001, Vancouver City Council referred this matter to a Standing Committee meeting on August 2, 2001, in order to hear from a delegation wishing to speak.

Accordingly, the Committee had before it the Administrative Report dated July 17, 2001, in which the City Clerk recommended Council approval and funding to continue the Greater.vancouver TV programming for another season, and continuation of the programming as an ongoing operating cost subject to a positive staff review at the end of the 2001/2002 season. The City Manager recommended approval.

Catherine Clement, Director of Communications, was present to respond to questions.

Sid Tan spoke in opposition to the recommendations and raised concerns with regard to Shaw Television's recent format changes on its community channel, and the negative impact this will have on independent, community-based content producers. Mr. Tan advised taxpayers' money should not be used to fund Greater.vancouver as the cost should be borne by Shaw as part of its license obligations. He noted Shaw is remiss in not providing residents with meaningful volunteer opportunities and access to public television.

Ms. Clement responded to questions regarding concerns expressed by the foregoing speaker.

Richard Ward, Independent Community Television, advised he was in support of the Greater.vancouver program, but felt the funding for the program should be provided by Shaw Television, as required under the terms of their community channel levy.

MOVED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

MOVED by Councillor Bass
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

12. Street Cleaning Update (File 3756)

At its meeting earlier this day, the Standing Committee on City Services and Budgets concluded hearing from speakers on this matter and, due to time constraints, referred discussion and decision to this meeting of the Standing Committee on Planning and Environment.

Accordingly, the Committee had before it the Administrative Report dated July 10, 2001, in which the General Manager of Engineering Services advised Council of upcoming changes to the street sweeping and street flushing program and made Council aware of an increase in the parking clearance program to enhance street cleaning effectiveness.

Kevin Van Vliet, Solid Waste Management Engineer, responded to a question regarding the effectiveness of sweeping, and provided clarification on an issue raised at the earlier meeting by one of the delegations.

MOVED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

THAT the Administrative Report dated July 10, 2001, entitled "Street Cleaning Update" be received for information.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke not present for the vote)

13. Solid Waste Division: Reorganization and Improvements (File 3756)

At its meeting earlier this day, the Standing Committee on City Services and Budgets concluded hearing from speakers on this matter and, due to time constraints, referred discussion and decision to this meeting of the Standing Committee on Planning and Environment.

Accordingly, the Committee had before it the Administrative Report dated July 26, 2001, in which the General Manager of Engineering Services updated Council on the reorganization of the Solid Waste Division, and recommended a series of improvements to the operation of the Vancouver South Transfer Station and the Vancouver Landfill including changes in operating hours, rate structure, capital improvements and staffing changes.

Dave Rudberg, General Manager of Engineering Services, responded to questions regarding staffing and the appropriate use of City vehicles.

MOVED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the Committee recommend to Council

A. THAT the hours of operation of the Vancouver South Transfer Station (VSTS) and the Vancouver Landfill be extended as proposed in the Administrative Report dated July 26, 2001, entitled "Solid Waste Division: Reorganization and Improvements".

B. THAT the rate system for small vehicles using the Vancouver Landfill and VSTS be changed from a flat rate system for loads under 500 kg to a weight-based system for all loads as proposed in the Administrative Report dated July 26, 2001, entitled "Solid Waste Division: Reorganization and Improvements" effective upon enactment of the necessary amending By-law.

C. THAT the Director of Legal Services be instructed to bring forward for enactment such amendments to the Solid Waste and Recycling By-law No. 7832 as are required to implement Recommendation B of the Administrative Report dated July 26, 2001, entitled "Solid Waste Division: Reorganization and Improvements".

D. THAT the temporary Civil Engineer I position in the Landfill Operations Branch be made permanent. Funding for this position is already provided in the Landfill Operating Budget which is funded through garbage disposal fees.

E. THAT Council approve the following projects at the Landfill and VSTS:

F. THAT subject to a classification review Council approve the following new position in Engineering Services:

G. THAT one four-wheel drive pick-up truck be purchased for the use of the afternoon shift supervisors responsible for both the VSTS and Vancouver Landfill at a one-time cost of $35,000; funds to be provided from the Landfill Operating Budget which is funded through garbage disposal fees.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke not present for the vote)

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The Committee adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

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CITY OF VANCOUVER

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
STANDING COMMITTEE OF COUNCIL ON
PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT

AUGUST 2, 2001

A Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Vancouver was held on Thursday, August 2, 2001, at 6:45 p.m., in the Council Chamber, Third Floor, City Hall, following the Standing Committee on Planning and Environment meeting, to consider the recommendations of the Committee.

PRESENT:

Mayor Philip Owen
Councillor Fred Bass
Councillor Jennifer Clarke
Councillor Don Lee
Councillor Sandy McCormick
Councillor Gordon Price
Councillor Sam Sullivan

ABSENT:

Councillor Lynne Kennedy (Leave of Absence)
Councillor Daniel Lee (Leave of Absence)
Councillor Tim Louis (Leave of Absence)
Councillor George Puil (Leave of Absence)

CITY MANAGER'S
OFFICE:

Judy Rogers, City Manager

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE:

Laura Kazakoff, Meeting Coordinator

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

1. Regular Council (City Services and Budgets) - July 26, 2001

MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

2. Regular Council (Planning and Environment) - July 26, 2001

MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan

THAT the foregoing minutes be approved.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

3. Special Council (Public Hearing) - July 26, 2001

MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

MOVED by Councillor Bass
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick

THAT this Council resolve itself into Committee of the Whole, Mayor Owen in the chair.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Report of Standing Committee on Planning and Environment
August 2, 2001

Council considered the recommendations of the Committee, as contained in the following clauses of the foregoing report:

Clauses 1-5, 7, and 9-13

MOVED by Councillor Don Lee

THAT the recommendations of the Committee, as contained in Clauses 1-5, 7 and 9-13 of this report, be approved.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Clause 6

MOVED by Councillor Don Lee

THAT the recommendations of the Committee, as contained in Clause 6 of this report, be approved.

CARRIED
(Councillors Bass, Sullivan and the Mayor opposed)

Clause 8

MOVED by Councillor Don Lee

THAT the recommendations of the Committee, as contained in Clause 8 of this report, be approved.

CARRIED
(Councillor Bass opposed to Recommendation B)

RISE FROM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

MOVED by Councillor Clarke

THAT the Committee of the Whole rise and report.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ADOPT REPORT OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ENQUIRIES AND OTHER MATTERS

1. Appointments to FCM Committees (File 3253)

Councillor Bass advised that he and Councillor McCormick had volunteered for, and have been appointed by the FCM to, three FCM Standing Committees. Councillor Bass distributed a proposed motion in this regard, requesting that he and Councillor McCormick be authorised to travel to Prince George in September to attend the next FCM Standing Committee meetings. He further noted these meetings would take place prior to the next City Council meeting in September.

The Council also had before it a memo dated August 2, 2001 (on file), in which the Mayor expressed concern with regard to possible difficulties this could create with regard to quorums at future Council meetings and additional travel expenses. The Mayor also clarified the usual protocol in regard to FCM Standing Committee appointments.

MOVED by Councillor Sullivan
SECONDED by Councillor Clarke

THAT Council reaffirm its protocol that the Mayor makes appointments to FCM Committees, and that further discussion on the matter be postponed until September when all Council members are present.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

The Council adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

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