Standing Committee on Policy and Strategic Priorities agenda
July 9, 2025
Date and location
July 9, 2025
9:30 am
In person:
Council Chamber
Third Floor, City Hall
453 West 12th Ave
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ROLL CALL
MATTERS ADOPTED ON CONSENT
PRESENTATIONS
1. 2025 Annual Transportation and Public Space Directors' Update
REPORTS
1. Safer Slower Streets
2. New Edition of the Fire By-law (2025 Fire By-law)
3. 2025 Community Services, Childcare & Other Grants
Recommendations A to M require at least 2/3 affirmative votes of all Council members under Section 206 (1) of the Vancouver Charter
4. Downtown Eastside (DTES) Plan Implementation Grant Program Allocation 2025.
Recommendation A requires at least 2/3 affirmative votes of all Council members under Section 206 (1) of the Vancouver Charter.
5. 2025 Graffiti Abatement Grants for Business Improvement Areas
Recommendation A requires at least 2/3 affirmative votes of all Council members under Section 206 (1) of the Vancouver Charter.
6. Contract Award for Operator (Lease) for VanDusen Botanical Garden Restaurant
7. Contract Award for Operator for Kitsilano Beach Restaurant
8. Change Orders for Consulting Services for ServiceNow Resources Augmentation
COUNCIL MEMBER'S MOTIONS
1. A Drain on Resources and Resources Down the Drain: Pulling the Plug on In-Sink Garbage Disposal
2. From Vacancy to Vitality: Launching a Temporary Use Pilot for Empty Storefronts in the Downtown Eastside
3. Opening Doors: Expanding Ownership Options for Laneway and Backyard Homes
4. Developing a Vision Zero Road Safety Policy and Action Plan
5. Unlocking the Creative and Economic Potential of Vancouver's Railtown District
6. FCM 2028 Annual Conference Bid
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NOTICE
A Council meeting will be convened immediately following the Standing Committee meeting.
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
ROLL CALL
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
1. Standing Committee of Council on Policy and Strategic Priorities
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Approval of recommendations and actions.
URGENT BUSINESS
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