CITY OF VANCOUVER
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 11, 2002
A Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Vancouver was held on Tuesday, June 11, 2002, at 2:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber, Third Floor, City Hall.
PRESENT:
Mayor Philip Owen
Councillor Fred Bass*Councillor Jennifer Clarke
Councillor Lynne Kennedy
Councillor Daniel Lee
Councillor Don Lee
Councillor Tim Louis
Councillor Sandy McCormick
Councillor Gordon Price
Councillor George Puil*Councillor Sam Sullivan
CITY MANAGER'S
OFFICE:Judy Rogers, City Manager
CITY CLERK'S
OFFICE:Syd Baxter, City Clerk
Tarja Tuominen, Meeting Coordinator
* Denotes presence for a portion of the meeting.
PRAYER
The proceedings in the Council Chamber were opened with a prayer read by the City Clerk.
PRESENTATION - Mayor's Environmental Achievement Awards
The Mayor presented certificates to the following recipients of this year's Environmental Achievement awards:
· The Hastings Park Conservancy
· Summers Automobile Body Service Ltd.
· VanCity Credit Union
· Merit of Achievement Awards: McBride Elementary School, with special acknowledgement to student, Jacky Chen
Sir William Van Horne Elementary School, with special acknowledgement to student, Avery Yeung
"IN CAMERA" MEETING
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
SECONDED by Councillor Bass
THAT Council will go into a meeting later this day which is closed to the public, pursuant to Section 165.2 (1) of the Vancouver Charter, to discuss matters related to paragraphs:
(b) personal information about an identifiable individual who is being considered for an award of honour, or who has offered to provide a gift to the city on condition of anonymity;
(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 city.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ITEMS ARISING FROM THE "IN CAMERA" MEETING OF MAY 28, 2002
· Council made appointments to the Vancouver Economic Development Commission. Names of those appointed can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Regular Council (City Services and Budgets) - May 16, 2002
MOVED by Councillor Puil
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the foregoing Minutes be approved.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2. Regular Council (Planning and Environment) - May 16, 2002
MOVED by Councillor Kennedy
SECONDED by Councillor Clarke
THAT the foregoing Minutes be approved.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3. Regular Council (Transportation and Traffic) - May 28, 2002
MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Don Lee
THAT the foregoing Minutes be approved.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4. Regular Council - May 28, 2002
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
SECONDED by Councillor Puil
THAT the foregoing Minutes be approved.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick
THAT this Council resolve itself into Committee of the Whole, Mayor Owen in the Chair.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
REPORT REFERENCE
1. Financing Growth Review: Paying for City Facilities to Serve a Growing Population, and the Role of City-Wide Charges on New Development
May 28, 2002 (File 1611/1755)
Ann McAfee, Director of City Plans, and Ronda Howard, Senior Planner, Financing Growth Review, presented a Report Reference on the Financing Growth Review.
Dr. McAfee and Ms. Howard conveyed the Financing Growth draft report, attached to the Policy Report, dated May 28, 2002, and outlined the key findings and policy choices contained in the draft report. Ms. Howard asked Council to refer the draft report to a broader public review. The Financing Growth report is being coordinated with the Capital Plan report, since the Capital Plan and development charge revenue are the two key partners in paying for growth-related facilities.
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
THAT Council receive the report of the Financing Growth Review, and refer the policy choices and staff recommendations, described in the draft Financing Growth report, dated June 2002, to a broader public discussion, for report back in early 2003.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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CIVIC RECOGNITION
At this point in the proceedings, the Mayor and Council recognized 18 employees who recently retired from the City with varying lengths of service.
The Mayor presented each employee with a Certificate on behalf of the City, and thanked them for their long and dedicated service.
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The Council recessed at 4:20 p.m. and following a reception in honour of the retirees,
reconvened in open session at 4:50 p.m. with all members present.
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CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
1. Closure of a Portion of the West Side of Hudson Street, North of 73rd Avenue
May 16, 2002 (File 5753)
MOVED by Councillor Louis
A. THAT Council close, stop-up and convey all that portion of Hudson Streetshown hatched on the plan attached as Appendix "A" to the Administrative Report dated May 16, 2002, entitled " Closure of a Portion of the West Side of Hudson Street, North of 73rd Avenue", (the East 7 feet of Lot 1 and Lot 2, both of Block 6, District Lot 318, Plan 1749) subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant (Glassman Holdings Ltd.) to pay $47,810 plus G.S.T. if applicable, for the 683 square feet of road to be closed, in accordance with the recommendation of the Director of Real Estate Services;
2. The area of closed road is to be consolidated with the abutting Amended Lot 1 (see 215782L) and Amended Lot 2 (see 215781L), both of Block 6, District Lot 318, Plan 1749, so as to form a single parcel generally as shown within the heavy outline on the plan attached as Appendix "A" to the Administrative Report, to the satisfaction of the Director of Legal Services;
3. The applicant to be responsible for any necessary plans, documents and Land Title Office fees;
4. Any agreements are to be to the satisfaction of the Director of Legal Services;
5. No legal right or obligation shall be created and none shall arise hereafter, until the documents are executed by the parties thereto.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2. Award of Tender No. PS01093 - Supply and Delivery of Tree Trim Truck Bodies and Aerial Platforms
May 23, 2002 (File 1805)
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
THAT Council accept the low bid meeting specifications and offering best value from Canadian Aerial Lift Co. Ltd. for five (5) Versalift Model VO255/VO260 Aerial Platforms and Arbortech Chip Bodies at a total cost of $387,332.33 plus the Provincial Sales Tax, the 7% Goods and Service Tax (less any municipal rebate received), subject to a contract satisfactory to the Director of Legal Services, with the source of funds to be from the Truck and Equipment Plant Account.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3. Award of Tender PS02012 - Supply and Delivery of Conventional Crew Cab & Chassis
May 28, 2002 (File 1805)
MOVED by Councillor Louis
THAT Council accept the low bid meeting specifications and offering best value from Dams Ford Lincoln Sales Ltd. for Eleven (11) Ford F750 XL conventional crew cab chassis with ISB 205 hp engine and Fuller 6 speed FS5406A transmission, at a total cost of $604,796.50 plus the PST, the 7% GST (less any municipal rebate received) and the Provincial Environmental Levy, subject to a contract satisfactory to the Director of Legal Services, with the source of funds to be from the Truck and Equipment Plant Account.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4. Award of Contract 2002-05 for Processing and Marketing of Residential Recyclable Materials
May 28, 2002 (File 1805)
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
A. THAT Contract No. 2002-05 for Processing and Marketing of Residential Recyclable Materials be awarded to C.K. Fibres Corp. at an approximate tender value of $981,646 (annual net revenue to the City based on February 2002 market prices) for a three year term, with an option for a 2 year extension by mutual agreement.
B. THAT the General Manager of Engineering Services, in consultation with the Director of Legal Services, be authorized to enter into a contract with C.K. Fibres Corp., for Contract No. 2002-05 Processing and Marketing of Residential Recyclable Materials.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5. Theatre Rental Rates for September 1, 2002 to August 31, 2003
May 28, 2002 (File 4251)
MOVED by Councillor Louis
A. THAT Council approve the Schedule of Rental Rates for Civic Theatres, as contained in Appendix A of the Administrative Report dated May 28, 2002, entitled "Theatre Rental Rates for September 1, 2002 to August 31, 2003",effective September 1, 2002.
B. THAT Council approve in principle an increase in the funding for theatre rental grants for the last four months of 2002 to offset this rental rate increase, if needed; source of funds to be Contingency Reserve.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6. Lease of 1696 West 5th Avenue
May 27, 2002 (File 5104)
MOVED by Councillor Bass
THAT Council authorize staff to enter into a lease on 1696 West 5th Avenue with Unlimited Leasing & Rental Ltd. subject to:
1. The following general terms and conditions:
Term: Five (5) years from the Commencement Date
Commencement Date: August 1, 2002 or upon issuance of the development permit whichever is earlier
Rent: Commencement Date to July 31, 2003 - $5,480 per month;
August 1, 2003 - July 31, 2004 - $5,977 per month;
August 1, 2004 - July 31, 2005 - $6,475 per month;
August 1, 2005 - July 31, 2006 - $6,973 per month;
August 1, 2006 - July 31, 2007 - $7,470 per month;
plus GST if applicable. Rent includes property taxes as if levied.
Two months rent free: August and September 2002
Outgoings: The tenant to be responsible for all outgoings.
Option to Renew: An option to renew the lease for a five-year term, such renewal is subject to one year written notice of termination by the City.
Rent Review: August 1, 2007 to market rate if the lease is renewed. In no event shall the new rent be less than the preceding year.
Use: Car rental and vehicle detailing works.
Permits: The tenant to be responsible for all required permits.
2. Other terms and conditions as deemed appropriate by the Director of Real Estate Services and the Director of Legal Services;
3. The lease document is to be drawn to the satisfaction of the Director of Real Estate Services and the Director of Legal Services;
4. No legal rights and obligations are hereby created and none shall arise until the lease is fully executed;
5. A commission fee in the amount of $10,960 plus GST be payable to Sutton Group Seafair Realty from PEF; and
6. The rental revenue to be credited to the PEF.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7. Crabtree/Sheway Lease Terms - 533 East Hastings Street
May 29, 2002 (File 5104/2005)
MOVED by Councillor Kennedy
A. THAT Council approve the lease of 533 E. Hastings St. to the YWCA for 60 years and a nominal prepaid rent, on the terms and conditions set out in the Memorandum of Understanding attached as Appendix A to the Administrative Report dated May 29, 2004, entitled "Crabtree/Sheway Lease Terms - 533 E. Hastings", for the relocation of the YWCA's Crabtree Corner and Sheway's social service centre, and the development of 12 units of non-market housing to be operated by the YWCA for women and children at risk of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS).
No legal rights or obligations shall arise or be created until all legal documentation is prepared and fully executed on terms and conditions to the satisfaction of the Director of Legal Services.
B. THAT Council approve a capital grant to the YWCA for the 533 E. Hastings Crabtree Corner/Sheway project of $570,000, with $500,000 to be funded from the 1999 Capital Plan allocation to Crabtree Corner and $70,000 to be funded from the 2002 Capital Plan allocation to the Affordable Housing Fund.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND
BY THE REQUIRED MAJORITY
8. Form of Development: 550 Pacific Street
May 28, 2002 (File 2607)
MOVED by Councillor Puil
THAT the form of development for this portion of the CD-1 zoned site known as 600 Pacific Street (550 Pacific Street being the application address) be approved generally as illustrated in the Development Application Number DE406577, prepared by the IBI Group and stamped "Received, Community Services, Development Services May 24, 2002", provided that the Director of Planning may impose conditions and approve design changes which would not adversely affect either the development character of this site or adjacent properties.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
9. Habitat Plus 30
May 28, 2002 (File 1310)
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the City of Vancouver advise the Greater Vancouver Regional District and the federal government of the City's support for the concept of a Habitat Plus 30 Congress being held in Vancouver in 2006.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
10. #106 - 1202 East Pender Street - Lease to Strathcona Area Safety Society
May 30, 2002 (File 5104)
MOVED by Councillor Louis
A. THAT Council approve the lease of #106-1202 East Pender Street to the Strathcona Area Safety Society on the following terms and conditions:
(a) Rent: $1.00 per year of the term, prepaid:
(b) Term: 3 years commencing April 1, 2002.
(c) Use: community policing centre; and
(d) Such other terms and conditions as are acceptable to the Director of Real Estate Services and the Director of Legal Services, it being notedthat no legal rights or obligations shall arise until execution of the lease.
B. THAT Council approve a one-time-only grant of $3,000 to the Strathcona Area Safety Society to cover closing costs associated with this property prior to commencement of the lease. Source of funding is the Contingency Reserve.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND
BY THE REQUIRED MAJORITY
11. 2002 Sewer BOD/TSS /Flow Charges for Permitted Industries
May 28, 2002 (File 1755)
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
A. THAT Biochemical Oxygen Demand/Total Suspended Solids/Flow (BOD/TSS/Flow) rates payable by waste discharge permit users ("permitted industries") be set as listed in Appendix 1 of the Administrative Report dated May 28, 2002, entitled "2002 Sewer BOD/TSS /Flow Charges for Permitted Industries".
B. THAT the Director of Legal Services be instructed to bring forward for enactment an amendment to the Sewer and Watercourse By-law, effective July 1, 2002, implementing Recommendation A of the Administrative Report dated May 28, 2002, entitled "2002 Sewer BOD/TSS /Flow Charges for Permitted Industries".
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
12. Pooh Corner Daycare
May 28, 2002 (File 4102)
MOVED by Councillor Kennedy
THAT Council approve an additional allocation of $65,000 towards the renovation and expansion of the Pooh Corner Daycare located in the heritage building at 975 Lagoon Drive; source of funds to be the Triangle West Community Amenity Contributions.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
13. Addition of One Articulated Aerial Lift
May 29, 2002 (File 5106)
MOVED by Councillor Louis
A. THAT Council approve financing of $80,000 from the Plant Account to add one articulated aerial lift to the Equipment Services Fleet.
B. THAT Council approve funding from internal rates with no increase to the Operating Budget.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Sullivan absent for the vote)
14. BC Hydro Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Traffic Signal Proposal
May 29, 2002 (File 5761)
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
A. THAT Council approve the proposed agreement with BC Hydro to retrofit all green, red, and don't walk signals with LED lights at a cost of $1.1 million (which is 50% of the material cost of $2.2 million) to be paid over a 5 year period without interest; and that the Director of Legal Services be authorized to enter into an agreement with BC Hydro on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Director of Legal Services and the General Manager of Engineering Services.
B. THAT the savings in Operating Budgets, as a result of using LED lights for traffic signal illumination, be set aside in a reserve account and used first, to pay BC Hydro; second, to pay the cost of installation and replacement of LEDs at the end of their life-cycle; and third, to reduce the annual Traffic Signal Electricity and Maintenance Budgets.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
15. Electric Vehicle Trial Project
May 30, 2002 (File 5106)
MOVED by Councillor Bass
THAT the Administrative Report dated May 30, 2002, entitled "Electric Vehicle Trial Project", be received for information.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CITY MANAGER'S POLICY REPORTS
1. Text Amendment: I-3 District - Conditional Density Provision
May 28, 2002 (File 5302)
MOVED by Councillor Puil
THAT the Director of Current Planning be instructed to make application to amend the I-3 District Schedule to require conditional approval of Information Technology uses over 1.0 FSR;
FURTHER THAT the application be referred to a Public Hearing together with:
(i) draft amendment by-law provisions, generally as contained in Appendix A of the Policy Report, dated May 28, 2002 entitled "Text Amendment: I-3 District -Conditional Density Provision" , and
(ii) draft I-3 District Guidelines for the False Creek Flats, generally as contained in Appendix B of the Policy Report, dated May 28, 2002 entitled "Text Amendment: I-3 District - Conditional Density Provision";
AND FURTHER THAT the Director of Legal Services be instructed to prepare the necessary by-law for consideration at Public Hearing.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2. CD-1 Rezoning - 600 Granville Street & 602 Dunsmuir Street
May 28, 2002 (File 5304)
MOVED by Councillor Puil
A. THAT the application by Malcolm Elliot, Architectura, to rezone 600 Granville Street (Lots 1 to 9 inclusive, Block 23, DL 541, Plan 210 and Lot 10 [Reference Plan 2608], Block 43, DL 541, Plan 5428) and 602 Dunsmuir Street (Parcel A, Block 43, DL 541, Plan LMP 38754A) from DD to CD-1, to permit four levels of commercial use plus rapid transit access and a residential tower with retention of existing hotel and restaurant development, be referred to a Public Hearing, together with:
(i) plans for 600 Granville Street received April 18 and May 16, 2002, and plans for 602 Dunsmuir Street and 615 Seymour Street received April 25 , 2002;
(ii) draft CD-1 By-law provisions, generally as contained in Appendix A of the Policy Report dated May 28, 2002, entitled "CD-1 Rezoning -600 Granville Street & 602 Dunsmuir Street"; and
(iii) the recommendation of the Director of Current Planning to approve, subject to conditions contained in Appendix B of the Policy Report, dated May 28, 2002, entitled "CD-1 Rezoning - 600 Granville Street & 602 Dunsmuir Street";
FURTHER THAT the Director of Legal Services be instructed to prepare the necessary CD-1 By-law for consideration at Public Hearing.
B. THAT the applicant be advised to make application to amend the Sign By-law, to establish regulations for this CD-1 in accordance with:
· Schedule G (Granville Street) for Site A; and
· Schedule B (DD) for Site B, including Section 1 (d) to not permit a billboard;
FURTHER THAT the application be referred to the same Public Hearing;
AND FURTHER THAT the Director of Legal Services be instructed to prepare the necessary by-law for consideration at the Public Hearing.
C. THAT the Director of Legal Services be instructed to prepare Parking By-law amendments as may be necessary.
D. THAT the Vancouver Heritage Register be amended to add:
· 648 Granville Street in the "B" category;
· Gotham Restaurant building at 615 Seymour Street in the "C" category; and
· St. Regis Hotel at 602 Dunsmuir Street in the "C" category.
E. THAT the Director of Legal Services be instructed to prepare the necessary Heritage By-law amendments for consideration at the Public Hearing should the CD-1 rezoning be approved, to:
(i) designate the street facade of the "B" listed BC Electric Showroom Building at 600 Granville Street, and the street facade of 648 Granville Street under Schedule "B" of the Heritage By-law;
(ii) designate the St. Regis Hotel and Gotham Restaurant building under Schedule "A" of the Heritage By-law.
F. THAT the Director of Legal Services be authorized to prepare Heritage Revitalization Agreements and accompanying by-laws for consideration at the Public Hearing should the CD-1 rezoning be approved for:
(i) 600 and 648 Granville Street to:
· secure the rehabilitation, protection and on-going maintenance of the street facades of the BC Electric Showroom Building and 648 Granville Street; and
· vary the Development Cost Levy By-law to reduce the rate from $26.91 m² to $24.37 m²; and
(ii) 602 Dunsmuir and 615 Seymour to:
· secure the rehabilitation, protection and on-going maintenance of the St. Regis Hotel and the protection and on-going maintenance of the Gotham Restaurant building.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3. Amendment to Vehicles for Hire By-law No. 6066 Concerning New School Shuttle Van Classification
May 29, 2002 (File 113)
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
A. THAT Council approve amendments to the Vehicles for Hire By-Law No. 6066 to allow licenses for school shuttle vans to be issued to either the lessee or the registered owner of the vehicle and to establish a license fee for school shuttle vans as outlined in the Policy Report dated May 29, 2002, entitled "Amendment to Vehicles for Hire By-law No. 6066 Concerning New School Shuttle Van Classification".
B. THAT Council authorize the Director of Legal Services to bring forward the relevant by-law amendments generally in accordance with Appendix A of the Policy Report dated May 29, 2002, entitled "Amendment to Vehicles for Hire By-law No. 6066 Concerning New School Shuttle Van Classification".
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
At 5:42 p.m., the Mayor declared Conflict of Interest for Policy Report 4, as the Mayor's wife sits on the Foundation Board for Cancer Research Centre. Deputy Mayor Price assumed the Chair. The Mayor left the Council Chamber and did not return until the conclusion of the vote on the report.
4. B.C. Cancer Agency Branch: Tax Exemption
June 3, 2002 (File 1552/114)
MOVED by Councillor Louis
THAT the Director of Legal Services apply to the Province for an amendment to the Vancouver Charter to ensure that property owned by the British Columbia Cancer Foundation, having a legal description of Parcel Identifier 025-141-015 Lot A Block 359 District Lot 526 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan LMP 51308, be exempt from property taxes, the exemption to be limited to that portion of the property actually occupied by the British Columbia Cancer Agency Branch and wholly used for the charitable purposes of the British Columbia Cancer Agency Branch.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(The Mayor absent for the vote)
At 5:49 p.m., the Mayor returned to the Council Chamber and resumed the Chair.
RISE FROM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
THAT the Committee of the Whole rise and report.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ADOPT REPORT OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
SECONDED by Councillor Louis
THAT the report of the Committee of the Whole be adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
BY-LAWS
1. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8480)
MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Robson Street Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8481)
MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Kerrisdale Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8482)
MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Mount Pleasant Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8483)
MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Clarke
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Gastown Business Improvement Area ( 2002) (By-Law No. 8484)
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
SECONDED by Councillor Daniel Lee
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
SECONDED by Councillor Daniel Lee
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Davie Village Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8485)
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
SECONDED by Councillor Daniel Lee
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
SECONDED by Councillor Daniel Lee
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
7. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the South Granville Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8486)
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
SECONDED by Councillor Daniel Lee
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor McCormick
SECONDED by Councillor Daniel Lee
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
8. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Yaletown Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8487)
MOVED by Councillor Bass
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Bass
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
9. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Chinatown Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8488)
MOVED by Councillor Bass
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Bass
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
10. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Commercial Drive Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8489)
MOVED by Councillor Bass
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Bass
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
11. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Marpole Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8490)
MOVED by Councillor Price
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Price
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
12. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Strathcona Area Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8491)
MOVED by Councillor Price
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open fordiscussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Price
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
13. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Collingwood Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8492)
MOVED by Councillor Price
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Price
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
14. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Hastings North Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8493)
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
SECONDED by Councillor Kennedy
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
SECONDED by Councillor Kennedy
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
15. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying real property in the Kitsilano Fourth Avenue Business Improvement Area (2002) (By-Law No. 8494)
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
SECONDED by Councillor Kennedy
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
SECONDED by Councillor Kennedy
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
16. A By-law to amend Street Name By-law No. 4054 (Earl Finning Way, Foley Street, Mont Royal Square, New Brighton Road, and Suzhou Alley) (By-Law No.8495)
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
SECONDED by Councillor Kennedy
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Don Lee
SECONDED by Councillor Kennedy
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
17. A By-law to amend Vehicles for Hire By-law No. 6066 to regulate school shuttle vans (By-Law No. 8496)
MOVED by Councillor Kennedy
SECONDED by Councillor Don Lee
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Kennedy
SECONDED by Councillor Don Lee
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
18. A By-law to amend Sign By-law No. 6510 (1220 East Pender Street) (By-Law No. 8497)
MOVED by Councillor Kennedy
SECONDED by Councillor Don Lee
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Kennedy
SECONDED by Councillor Don Lee
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
19. A By-law to amend Building By-law No. 8057 (Re-occupancy permits) (By-Law No. 8498)
MOVED by Councillor Kennedy
SECONDED by Councillor Don Lee
THAT the By-law be introduced and read a first time.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
The By-law was read a first time and the Presiding Officer declared the by-law open for discussion and amendment.
There being no amendments, it was
MOVED by Councillor Kennedy
SECONDED by Councillor Don Lee
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Presiding Officer and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
ENQUIRIES AND OTHER MATTERS
1. Leave of Absence - Councillor Bass (File 1254)
MOVED by Councillor Louis
SECONDED by Councillor McCormick
THAT Councillor Bass be given Leave of Absence for the evening of June 11, 2002.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
2. Leave of Absence - Mayor Owen (File 1254)
MOVED by Councillor Puil
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT Mayor Owen be granted Leave of Absence for the evening of June 11, 2002.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
3. Leave of Absence - Councillor Clarke (File 1254)
MOVED by Councillor Puil
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT Councillor Clarke be granted Leave of Absence for the evening of June 11, 2002.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
4. Leave of Absence - Councillor Price (File 1254)
MOVED by Councillor Puil
SECONDED by Councillor Sullivan
THAT Councillor Price be granted Leave of Absence for the evening of June 11, 2002.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
5. Artisan Farmer's Market Society - Jericho Hill Centre (File 8010)
Councillor McCormick requested staff provide information on the feasibility of allowing the Artisan Farmer's Market Society to hold a farmers' market at the Jericho Hill Centre site.
The City Manager agreed to discuss with staff and provide an information memo to Council.
6. Collection of Shopping Carts (File 3755)
Councillor McCormick enquired on the status of her request for information on whether the City has authority to enforce the retrieval of shopping carts at the end of each day. She advised of the continuing problem of grocery carts being pushed down back alleys creating noise and damaging cars.
The City Manager agreed to provide the requested information.
7. Use of Injectable Crystal Meth-Amphetamine (File 4113)
Councillor Louis enquired on what the City is doing to respond to the health concerns related to the growing use of a new drug, injectable Crystal Meth-Amphetamine.
The Mayor requested Councillor Louis to provide him with the information which he will take to the Police Board.
8. Transfer of E-Comm Services (File 3603)
Councillor Louis advised of a recent newspaper report stating some E-Comm services are being transferred to Alberta. He requested staff to provide further information.
The City Manager agreed to provide a memo advising of the status of this matter.
The Council recessed at 6:10 p.m., and
reconvened "In Camera" in the Mayor's Office.
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