Vancouver City Council

MOTION ON NOTICE

Submitted by Councillor Roberts for consideration at the Regular Council Meeting on February 10, 2004.

1. Review of Temporary Amendments Requesting Later Bar Closing Hours

MOVER: Councillor Roberts
SECONDER: Councillor

WHEREAS the City of Vancouver is committed to ensuring the liveability of residents in and adjacent to the mixed use communities of the City;

AND WHEREAS the City of Vancouver recognizes the benefits of extended hours to the liquor industry, as well as benefits to tourism and entertainment within the city;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council support staff efforts to thoroughly review all applications for temporary amendments requesting later closing hours and where conflicts exist from bars operating in close proximity to residential properties staff will work to resolve and mitigate these conflicts and continue and further their work with BARWATCH, neighbourhood associations, area residents, area business operators and bar owners.

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