CITY OF VANCOUVER
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 11, 1996
A Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Vancouver was held
on Tuesday, June 11, 1996, in the Council Chamber, commencing at
approximately 2:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Mayor Owen
Councillors Bellamy, Chiavario,
Clarke, Hemer, Ip,
Kennedy, Kwan, Price,
Puil and Sullivan
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE: Ken Dobell, City Manager
CLERK TO THE COUNCIL: Maria Kinsella
PRAYER
The proceedings in the Council Chamber were opened with prayer,
read by the City Clerk.
"IN CAMERA" MEETING
Council was advised there were matters to be considered "In Camera"
later this day, including property and personnel matters.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting
(Planning & Environment)
May 9 and 15, 1996
MOVED by Cllr. Hemer,
SECONDED by Cllr. Ip,
THAT the foregoing Minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ADOPTION OF MINUTES (CONT'D)
2. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting
(City Services & Budgets)
May 16, 1996
MOVED by Cllr. Puil,
SECONDED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the foregoing Minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting
(Planning & Environment)
May 16, 1996
MOVED by Cllr. Hemer,
SECONDED by Cllr. Kwan,
THAT the foregoing Minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4. Minutes of Vancouver Traffic
Commission Meeting
May 16, 1996
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Clarke,
THAT the foregoing Minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5. Minutes of Special Council Meeting
(Public Hearing)
May 27, 1996
MOVED by Cllr. Hemer,
SECONDED by Cllr. Chiavario,
THAT the foregoing Minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ADOPTION OF MINUTES (CONT'D)
6. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1996
MOVED by Cllr. Hemer,
SECONDED by Cllr. Price,
THAT the foregoing Minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Puil,
THAT this Council resolve itself into Committee of the Whole, Mayor
Owen in the Chair.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
REPORT REFERENCE
1. Vancouver International Airport
Authority - Status Report File: 8035-3
Council had before it a written brief dated May 31, 1996, from Ms.
Jane Fleming, the City's appointee to the Vancouver International
Airport Authority. The brief highlighted some of the Authority's
activities during the past year, including the opening of the new
international terminal on June 1st, as well as the opening of Transport
Canada's new control tower on May 22nd.
The runway is scheduled for completion this Fall, together with the
remaining phase of the new parkade.
Cont'd
REPORT REFERENCE (CONT'D)
Vancouver International Airport
Authority - Status Report
Ms. Fleming was in attendance, and reviewed with Council the
various activities and initiatives either completed or under way at the
airport. It was noted the passenger growth rate has exceeded the Master
Plan projections and, in 1995, there were 12 million passengers through
the Vancouver Airport. Based on projected passenger growth, it is
expected this number will exceed 17 million passengers by the year 2005.
As a result of the Open Skies Bilateral Agreement between Canada and the
United States, there are now 11 different airlines flying in and out of
Vancouver with 72 flights per day to 23 U.S. cities. It is expected the
Vancouver Airport will reach its capacity early in the next century.
The Vancouver Airport is a major employment generator, creating 17,000
jobs directly and 22,000 indirectly. This represents a total employment
income of $1.4 billion annually, resulting in $550 million of taxes
payable to the Federal and Provincial Governments. By the year 2000, it
is expected a further 2,000 jobs will be added. Ms. Fleming also
provided information concerning traffic, and advised that 70% of the
traffic utilizing the Arthur Laing Bridge is commuter traffic and not
related to the airport operation. The Airport Authority has entered
into an accord with the City of Richmond to look at some of the traffic
issues. The Master Plan for the airport will be considering a variety
of options to improve ground transportation, including rapid transit.
Members of Council enquired whether the Airport Authority had
generated data concerning when the road system leading to the airport
would reach its capacity as a result of passenger growth. Council felt
it was imperative to have this information to support the long term
planning needs for the airport. It was felt the economic health and
growth plans for the airport depend on the ability of the Arthur Laing
Bridge to accommodate the vehicular traffic.
Ms. Fleming responded to a question from Council concerning the
hiring of people with disabilities, and undertook to ascertain whether
such a program exists and advise Council members.
MOVED by Cllr. Puil,
THAT the foregoing presentation be received.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
REPORT REFERENCE (CONT'D)
2. Review of Engineering Services
Infrastructure Programs in Preparation
for the 1997-1999 Capital Plan File: 5750-3
In a memorandum dated May 30, 1996, Mr. Hugh Creighton, Director of
Finance, advised that on May 14, 1996, Council approved the creation of
a Staff Review Group to review the project submitted for consideration
in the 1997-1999 Capital Plan, and to bring back to Council a short list
of recommended projects which would fit within the financial constraints
approved for the Plan. To assist the Review Group in their evaluation
of those proposals which go beyond historic funding levels and past
Council policy, departments have been invited to report to Council on
areas of program expansion.
Accordingly, Mr. Dave Rudberg, General Manager of Engineering
Services, together with senior staff within the Engineering Department,
provided Council with a review of the total Public Works Capital Plan,
highlighting areas of expansion and new initiatives.
Before Council was an Administrative Report dated May 30, 1996, in
which the General Manager of Engineering Services provided Council with
information on the water, sewer, street lighting and streets
infrastructure programs. The General Manager submitted the following
recommendation:
A. THAT the Capital Plan and Long Range Plan Update reports in
Appendix 1; Water, Appendix 2; Sewer, Appendix 3; Street
Lighting & Undergrounding, as attached to the Administrative
Report dated May 30, 1996, be considered by Council and the
Staff Review Group in the preparation of the 1997-1999 Capital
Plan.
B. THAT the City pursue with the Greater Vancouver Water District
the adoption of permanent lawn sprinkling regulations.
Mr. Rudberg provided some opening comments, noting that Council is
not being asked to make a decision at this time, but rather Engineering
staff wish to present information on the Department's submissions to the
Capital Plan. The Staff Review Group will review the various
submissions and reduce them to fit within the $175 million envelope
approved by Council for the Capital Plan. The focus of the
presentations from Engineering Services are on areas of change.
Cont'd
REPORT REFERENCE (CONT'D)
Review of Engineering Services
Infrastructure Programs in Preparation
for the 1997-1999 Capital Plan (cont'd)
Mr. Tom Timm, Assistant City Engineer - Water, Sewers and Yards,
with the aid of a slide presentation, provided a review of the Sewers
and Waterworks Capital Plan. It was noted that 93.3% of the Sewers
Capital Programs is required for system replacement. The City's
objective is to replace 1% of the main sewers system annually.
Mr. Timm also explained various other components of the Sewers
Capital Plan, and the reasons for requesting increased funding in the
following areas:
- connection replacement
- connection and manhole reconstruction
- local repairs, catchbasins and spurs
- upgrading and replacement of pump stations
- private property sewer separation.
Mr. Timm also advised the 1997-1999 Capital Plan proposes a
continuation of the in-flow and infiltration program for two more years
focussing on storm water removal from the sanitary system. It was also
recommended the City continue to participate with the Regional District
in the development of the Liquid Waste Management Plan.
In regard to the Waterworks Capital Plan strategies, Mr. Timm
provided an overview of the Infrastructure Replacement Program, noting
that the overall average of the existing system is 70 years, requiring a
1.5% annual replacement rate. The 1994-1996 infrastructure replacement
rate reached only 0.9%, which is well short of the objective of a 1.5%
annual replacement level. Mr. Timm also recommended the City pursue
with the Greater Vancouver Water District the adoption of permanent lawn
and garden sprinkling regulations. Mr. Timm also identified a number of
City transmission improvements required independently of the Greater
Vancouver Water District system. While the various requirements within
the Waterworks Capital Plan represent a significant increase in the
funding requests, the water system is operated as a self-funded utility
paid for through rates rather than taxes, and is not included in the
$175 million Capital Plan envelope.
Cont'd
REPORT REFERENCE (CONT'D)
Review of Engineering Services
Infrastructure Programs in Preparation
for the 1997-1999 Capital Plan (cont'd)
Mr. Don Brynildsen, Assistant City Engineer - Streets, reviewed the
Streets Capital Plan covering the 1,400 km of streets in the city, made
up of 350 km arterial streets and 1,050 of local streets. In addition,
there are 700 km of lane and 200 km of sidewalk to be maintained and
replaced.
Ms. Susan Clift, Acting Assistant City Engineer - Electrical
Information Services, reviewed the Street Lighting Capital Plan.
Council was advised that improvements in street lighting are required
for a variety of reasons including the increased bicycle usage of city
streets, improved safety brought about through lane lighting, and the
critical importance of street lights to safety in the city.
For Council action, see page 8.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Downtown Liquor Licensing Policy Files: 8007-15/2610-3
The Standing Committee on Planning & Environment heard from
delegations on May 9 and 15, 1996, concerning the Downtown Liquor
Licensing Policy. At the conclusion of the meeting on May 15, 1996, a
final decision was deferred to the June 11, 1996 Regular Council
meeting.
Members of Council expressed an interest in deferring the two
reports to allow additional time for discussion of the various issues.
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
THAT this matter be deferred to the July 11, 1996 Planning &
Environment Committee meeting at 2:30 p.m.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CIVIC RECOGNITION
The Council recognized seven employees who recently retired from
the City with varying lengths of service in excess of 20 years.
The Mayor presented each employee with a Certificate on behalf of
the City, and thanked them for their long and faithful service.
* * * *
Council recessed at 4:05 p.m., for an "In Camera" meeting in
the Mayor's Office, and reconvened in open session at 4:05 p.m.
* * * *
REPORT REFERENCE (CONT'D)
Review of Engineering Services
Infrastructure Programs in Preparation
for the 1997-1999 Capital Plan (cont'd)
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the recommendations of the General Manager of Engineering
Services, as contained in the Administrative Report dated May 30, 1996,
be approved.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
A member of Council referred to a petition received from the Kits
Point Residents Association opposing the proposed construction of a salt
water pumping station at the foot of Chestnut Street. Mr. Timm advised
the Engineering Services Department is aware of the residents' concerns
and will undertake a public consultation process in September.
MOVED by Cllr. Chiavario,
THAT the foot of Chestnut Street be removed from the list of
proposed locations of pumping stations.
- deferred
MOVED by Cllr. Hemer,
THAT the foregoing motion be deferred pending completion of the
public consultation process.
- CARRIED
(Councillors Bellamy, Chiavario, Kwan and Puil opposed)
MANAGER'S REPORTS
1. Administrative Report
(May 21, 1996)
Appointment of Development Consultant
for the Southeast Shore of False Creek File: 8010-15
In response to a question from Council, Mr. Ted Droettboom, General
Manager of Community Services, advised, if Council approves Mr. Kwok's
appointment, the proposed overtime rate will be subject to negotiation
prior to concluding an agreement with the consultant.
MOVED by Cllr. Clarke,
A. THAT Council appoint Stanley Kwok Consultants Inc. as
Development Consultant for the Southeast Shore of False Creek,
subject to the identification of a Project Manager to the
satisfaction of the Manager of Real Estate Services, and
subject to a contractual agreement to the satisfaction of City
Manager and the Director of Legal Services.
B. THAT Council instruct that the Development Consultant report
directly to the Property Endowment Fund Steering Committee,
rather than through an intermediary.
- CARRIED
(Councillor Kwan opposed)
MANAGER'S REPORTS (CONT'D)
2. Administrative Report
(May 23, 1996)
Five Year Extension of the "Symphony of Fire" File: 4206
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
A. THAT, in so far as its powers permit, Council approve, in
principle, a "Symphony of Fire" International Fireworks
competition for English Bay for the five-year period 1997 to
2001, subject to compliance with all City requirements as
established through the FEST Committee.
B. THAT Council, in so far as it has the legal power to do so,
authorizes the event to take place for such five year period
as required by the Noise Control By-law and other relevant
by-laws.
- carried
(Councillor Kwan opposed)
MOVED by Cllr. Kwan (in amendment),
THAT the following be added to recommendation A:
FURTHER THAT approval be subject to discontinuing promoting
and advertising any cigarette brand or trade name in
association with this event.
- LOST
(Councillors Bellamy, Chiavario, Clarke, Hemer, Ip, Kennedy,
Price, Puil, Sullivan and the Mayor opposed)
3. Administrative Report
(May 22, 1996)
Road Exchange: Portion of Lot on North Side of
Pacific Street between Richards and Seymour Streets File: 5807
MOVED by Cllr. Sullivan,
THAT the recommendations of the General Manager of Engineering
Services, as contained in this report, be approved.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
MANAGER'S REPORTS (CONT'D)
4. Administrative Report
(May 29, 1996)
Building Envelope Specialist File: 1306-12
MOVED by Cllr. Sullivan,
THAT the recommendation of the General Manager of Community
Services, as contained in this report, be approved.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5. Administrative Report
(May 23, 1996)
Strata Title Conversion:
8491 and 8495 Selkirk Street File: 5313
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the recommendation of the General Manager of Community
Services, as contained in this report, be approved.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6. Administrative Report
(May 31, 1996)
Parking Lot Charges File: 5654
In this report, the Director of Permits & Licenses provided
information on the current by-law provisions related to the operation of
parking lots and adherence to posted parking charges.
Some members of Council expressed concern with the practice of some
parking lot operators of charging in excess of the posted amount for
special event parking. Usually a sign advising of the increased rate is
not visible to a driver until a vehicle has reached the payment kiosk.
This makes it very difficult for a driver to exit the lot, often leaves
the individual no option but to pay the increased fee.
In response to a question with respect to dedicated parking spaces
for motorbikes, the Director of Permits & Licenses advised the by-law
does not prohibit motorbikes from parking in its lots.
Cont'd
MANAGER'S REPORTS (CONT'D)
Parking Lot Charges (cont'd)
MOVED by Cllr. Chiavario,
THAT the Director of Permits & Licenses review those areas where
increased entertainment activity has impacted the availability of
parking spaces in adjacent lots and take appropriate enforcement action
against those operators levying fees in excess of the visible posted
signs.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
THAT the report of the Director of Permits & Licenses be received
for information;
FURTHER THAT the Director of Permits & Licenses, in consultation
with the Downtown Vancouver Parking Corporation, report back on a rate
change notice period, i.e., a two-week interval between posting a notice
of increased parking fees and implementation of the rate change.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7. Administrative Report
(May 24, 1996)
1936 Grant Street File: 1010/2718
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT this report be received for information.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
8. Administrative Report
(May 31, 1996)
Award of Tender No. 58-96-05:
Supply and Delivery of Cover Material File: 1801-5
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the recommendation of the General Manager of Engineering
Services, as contained in this report, be approved.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
MANAGER'S REPORTS (CONT'D)
1. Policy Report
(May 24, 1996)
Theatre Rental Rates:
September 1, 1996 to August 31, 1997
MOVED by Cllr. Chiavario,
THAT the recommendation of the City Manager, as contained in this
report, be approved.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COMMISSION AND OTHER REPORTS
I. Report of Vancouver Athletic Commission
(May 21, 1996)
Cl. 1: Extreme Combat Events in Vancouver
Cl. 2: Provincial Regulation of Boxing,
Kickboxing and Wrestling
Clauses 1 and 2
MOVED by Cllr. Chiavario,
THAT the recommendations of the Commission, as contained in clauses
1 and 2 of this report, be approved.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
AND BY THE REQUIRED
MAJORITY
RISE FROM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the Committee of the Whole rise and report.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ADOPT REPORT OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Hemer,
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 located in the Downtown
Vancouver Business Improvement Area
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Kennedy,
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 Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Kennedy,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
BY-LAWS (CONT'D)
2. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying
real property located in the Mount
Pleasant Business Improvement Area
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Kennedy,
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 Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Kennedy,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
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 located in the Kerrisdale
Business Improvement Area
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Bellamy,
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 Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
BY-LAWS (CONT'D)
4. A By-law to levy rates on qualifying
real property located in the Robson
Street Business Improvement Area
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Bellamy,
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 Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
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 located in the Gastown
Business Improvement Area
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Bellamy,
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 Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
BY-LAWS (CONT'D)
6. A By-law to amend By-law No. 3575,
being the Zoning and Development
By-law (Secondhand Stores and Pawnshops)
MOVED by Cllr. Price,
SECONDED by Cllr. Ip,
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 Cllr. Price,
SECONDED by Cllr. Ip,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillors Bellamy, Clarke, Hemer, Puil and Sullivan were
excused from voting on By-law 6)
7. A By-law to amend By-law No. 7434, being a By-law
which amended the Zoning and Development By-law
by rezoning an area to CD-1 (475-487 Alexander Street)
MOVED by Cllr. Ip,
SECONDED by Cllr. Chiavario,
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 Cllr. Ip,
SECONDED by Cllr. Chiavario,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillors Bellamy, Clarke, Hemer and Puil were
excused from voting on By-law 7)
BY-LAWS (CONT'D)
8. A By-law to amend By-law No. 7111,
being the Security Alarm System By-law
MOVED by Cllr. Price,
SECONDED by Cllr. Bellamy,
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 Cllr. Price,
SECONDED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
9. A By-law to Authorize Council Entering
into a Heritage Revitalization Agreement
with the Owner of Heritage Property
(St. Augustine's Church, 2015 West 8th Avenue)
MOVED by Cllr. Clarke,
SECONDED by Cllr. Price,
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 Cllr. Clarke,
SECONDED by Cllr. Price,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillors Ip and Kennedy were excused from voting on By-law 9)
BY-LAWS (CONT'D)
10. A By-law to Authorize Council Entering
into a Heritage Revitalization Agreement
with the Owner of Heritage Property
(Canadian Memorial Church, 1811 West 16th Avenue)
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Price,
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 Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Price,
THAT the By-law be given second and third readings and the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal the By-law.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillors Bellamy, Clarke and Hemer were excused
from voting on By-law 10)
MOTIONS
A. Allocation of Lands for Lane Purposes
(East 2.5 feet of Lot 25, South 1/2
of District Lot 718, Plan 2245) File: 5807
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Price,
THAT WHEREAS the registered owner will be conveying to the City of
Vancouver for lane purposes land in the City of Vancouver, Province of
British Columbia, more particularly known and described as follows:
City of Vancouver
Parcel Identifier: 013-956-973
The East 2.5 feet of
Lot 25
South 1/2 of
District Lot 718
Plan 2245
AND WHEREAS it is deemed expedient and in the public interest to
accept and allocate the said lands for lane purposes;
BE IT RESOLVED that the above described lands to be conveyed are
hereby accepted and allocated for lane purposes and declared to form and
to constitute a portion of a lane.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
B. Pawnshop and Secondhand Store Guidelines File: 2501-3
MOVED by Cllr. Price
SECONDED by Cllr. Ip
THAT the document entitled "Pawnshop and Secondhand Store
Guidelines" be adopted by Council for use by applicants and staff for
development applications for Pawnshops and Secondhand Stores.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ENQUIRIES AND OTHER MATTERS
1. Smokers' Shelter at City Hall File: 4105-3
Councillor Chiavario referred to a statement in the above report
that the cost of the shelter erected by Vancouver General Hospital was
$75,000. She recently confirmed the actual cost was $7,500. In view of
this, she requested a report explaining why the City Hall shelter will
cost $15,000. The Mayor so directed.
2. Lion's Gate Bridge File: 5751-3
Councillor Kennedy referred to a recent announcement that the
Provincial Government is again considering a plan for this bridge. She
requested the Mayor seek a meeting with the Minister of Highways to
discuss the plan to ensure Council is in a position to take a proactive
stance in this matter. The Mayor advised he is preparing a letter to
the Minister expressing Council's concerns and its desire to be part of
the decision making process. He will follow up his letter with a
request for a meeting.
3. Leave of Absence: Councillor Kwan
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Hemer,
THAT Councillor Kwan be granted leave of absence without pay on
June 13, 1996, and from June 24 to August 1, 1996, inclusive.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
* * * *
The Council adjourned at 6:50 p.m.