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CITY OF VANCOUVER
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 21, 1998
A Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Vancouver was held on April 21, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, Third Floor, City Hall.
Judy Rogers, Deputy City Manager
Ulli S. Watkiss
PRAYER
The proceedings in the Council Chamber were opened with a prayer read by the City Clerk.
"IN CAMERA" MEETING
Council was advised there were property matters to be considered "In Camera" later this day.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of Special Council Meeting
(Public Hearing)
March 24, 1998
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Herbert,
THAT the foregoing minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting
(City Services and Budgets)
March 26, 1998
MOVED by Cllr. Chiavario,
SECONDED by Cllr. Clarke,
THAT the foregoing minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting
(Planning and Environment)
March 26, 1998
MOVED by Cllr. Clarke,
SECONDED by Cllr. Sullivan,
THAT the foregoing minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ADOPTION OF MINUTES (CONT’D)
4. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting
April 7, 1998
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Price,
THAT the foregoing minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting
(Transportation and Traffic)
April 7, 1998
MOVED by Cllr. Price,
SECONDED by Cllr. Daniel Lee,
THAT the foregoing minutes be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Sullivan,
THAT this Council resolve itself into Committee of the Whole, Mayor Owen in the chair.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
REPORT REFERENCE
1. QuickFind File: 1363
Council had for its consideration an Administrative Report dated March 27, 1998 in which the General Manager of Community Services provided information on the development and implementation of "QuickFind".
Ms. Chris Warren, Project Manager, Customer Relations, reviewed the report, recalling that in October 1996, Council approved the development of QuickFind, an on-line information and referral system designed to provide better customer service. Since that time, a unique and exciting corporate business and customer service tool has been developed which has involved front line staff , and can be accessed on the City’s webpage. The database will continue to be updated and may ultimately include many thousands of subjects and commensurate referrals. Ms. Warren provided a demonstration of the system and the following front line staff offered brief comments on their experiences with the product, which has proved to be very valuable in assisting them to carry out their responsibilities: Julie Bryden, Planning; Tina Hildebrandt, Risk Management; Louise Christie, Planning; Kelly Kerr, Engineering; Allison McEachern, City Clerk’s; and Jennifer Irvine, Info Leap. Ms. Warren also noted that largely due to the system being developed in-house, a portion of the original budget can be returned to the IT Systems Replacement Program.
Council offered their congratulations on the system, believing that it was worthy of further promotion in other municipalities.
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT Council approve the retention of $65,000 of the remaining balance in the QuickFind budget for the expansion of the System Administrator position from half to full time for a period of two years and for data entry. The remaining balance of $120,998 is to be returned to the IT Systems Replacement Program.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. CD-1 Text Amendment -
4255 Arbutus Street (Arbutus Village Centre) File: 5303-2
At the Council meeting of March 24, 1998, Council referred the matter of the CD-1 Text Amendment for 4255 Arbutus Street (Arbutus Village Centre) to the Standing Committee on Planning and Environment. Subsequently, on April 7, 1998, Council amended the relevant motion in order to refer this matter to the April 21, 1998 meeting of Council.
Accordingly, before Council for its consideration, were the following documents:
-Policy Report dated November 12, 1997, entitled "CD-1 Text Amendment - 4255 Arbutus Street (Arbutus Village Centre)";
-Administrative Report dated January 26, 1998, entitled "Community Amenity Contribution - 4255 Arbutus Street CD-1[78], By-law No. 4634" ;
-Letter dated March 13, 1998 from Michael Geller & Associates Limited re 4255 Arbutus Street - Community Amenity Contribution;
-Memorandum dated March 24, 1998 from the Manager of Real Estate Services re 4255 Arbutus Street - Community Amenity Contribution;
-Administrative Report dated April 15, 1998, entitled "Community Amenity Contribution Calculations - 4255 Arbutus Street (Arbutus Village Centre)", which had been prepared by the Manager of the Housing Centre, in consultation with the Manager of Real Estate Services and the Director of Land Use & Development, in response to Council’s request for information on the basis of the calculations for the Community Amenity Contributions recommended in the Administrative Report dated January 26, 1998.
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
A.THAT the Administrative Report dated April 15, 1998 entitled "Community Amenity Contribution Calculations - 4255 Arbutus Street (Arbutus Village Centre)" be received for information and be referred to a Public Hearing together with the Policy Report dated November 12, 1997, entitled "CD-1 Text Amendment - 4255 Arbutus Street (Arbutus Village Centre)" and with the Administrative Report dated January 26, 1998, entitled "Community Amenity Contribution - 4255 Arbutus Street CD-1[78], By-law No. 4634".
cont’d
UNFINISHED BUSINESS (CONT’D)
CD-1 Text Amendment -
4255 Arbutus Street (Arbutus Village Centre) (cont’d)
B.THAT the application by James Hancock, Architect, to amend CD-1 By-law No. 4634 for Arbutus Village, bounded by Arbutus and Yew Streets, Valley and Eddington Drives and King Edward and Nanton Avenues to permit development of two 6-storey multiple dwellings containing 142 dwelling units at 4255 Arbutus Street (Lot 2, D.L. 526, Plan 14750), be referred to a Public Hearing, together with:
i) plans received April 11, 1996;
ii)draft CD-1 By-law provisions, generally as contained in Appendix A to the Policy Report dated November 12, 1997; and
iii)the recommendation of the Director of Land Use and Development to approve, subject to conditions contained in Appendix B to the Policy Report dated November 12, 1997; and
FURTHER THAT the Director of Legal Services be instructed to prepare the necessary CD-1 By-law Amendment for consideration at Public Hearing.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
1. Development of Heavy Urban Search
and Rescue Team
March 25, 1998 File: 3651
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT Council approve further development of the Heavy Urban Search and Rescue Team (HUSAR) at a cost of $200,000 on the condition that the net City cost be reduced to a maximum $100,000 by provision of Federal and Provincial financial support. Funding to be provided in the 1998 Fire & Rescue Services Operating Budget.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (CONT’D)
2. Proposed Closure of a Portion of the
East Side of Joyce Street,
South Side of Vanness Avenue
March 26, 1998 File: 5753
MOVED by Cllr. Clarke,
THAT Council close, stop-up and convey to the abutting owner, all that portion of the east side of Joyce Street, south side of Vanness Avenue, as shown cross-hatched on the plan attached as Appendix "A" to the Administrative Report dated March 26, 1998, subject to the following conditions:
1)The conveyance to occur for a nominal fee of $10.00 plus G.S.T. if applicable, for the 0.44 square metre (5 square foot) portion of Joyce Street to be closed;
2)The closed road to be subdivided with the abutting lands, and dedicating for road the 0.44 square metre (5 square foot) portion of Parcel 1, Block 158, District Lot 37, Plan LMP 27237, as shown in hatched outline on the plan attached as Appendix "A" to the Administrative Report dated March 26, 1998; to the satisfaction of the Director of Legal Services and the Approving Officer;
3)The abutting owner to be responsible for any necessary plans, documents, subdivision application fee 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.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (CONT’D)
3. Proposed Corner Bulge for Pedestrian Crossing -
West Boulevard @ 42nd Avenue
March 31, 1998 File: 5757
MOVED by Cllr. Clarke,
THAT Council approve street changes as described in the attached report, to improve pedestrian movements at the intersection of West Boulevard and 42nd Avenue and that funding of $8,000 be allocated from "Streets Basic Capital Unappropriated Account #13/32/9801/999 - Local Area and Other Improvements".
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4. Form of Development: 500 Broughton Street
DE402159 - CD-1 By-law Number 7677
Owner of Development: Canadian Pacific Properties Ltd. File: 2604-1
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the form of development for this portion (Sub-area 1B) of the CD-1 zoned site known as 500 Broughton Street be approved generally as illustrated in the Development Application Number DE402159, prepared by Henriquez Partners and stamped "Received, City Planning Department February 26, 1998", provided that the Director of Planning may approve design changes which would not adversely affect either the development character of this site or adjacent properties.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5. Parking Meters - Sponsorship for a
City Prepaid Debit Card Trial and By-law Changes
March 30, 1998 File: 5654
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
A.THAT staff issue a Request For Proposal for sponsors for the purchase, issuance, and promotion of a Debit Card for use at parking meters, for a trial in the Kerrisdale business area. Staff would report back on the details and financial implications prior to the trial.
cont’d
CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (CONT’D)
Parking Meters - Sponsorship for a
City Prepaid Debit Card Trial and By-law Changes
March 30, 1998 (cont’d)
B. THAT the Parking Meter By-Law 2952 be amended to reduce the minimum size of a parking meter space from 6.5 metres to 5.4 metres.
C. THAT the Director of Legal Services bring forward amendments to the Parking Meter By-Law 2952 to allow the use of Debit Cards and to amend the definition of the size of a parking meter space.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6. Vancouver General Hospital (VGH)
March 24, 1998 File: 5308
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
THAT the floor space ratio be increased to 2.389 FSR for a temporary period of time to allow minor additions where significant public open space would not be affected and existing parking would not be reduced.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7. Local Improvements by Initiative - June 16, 1998
First and Second Step Report
April 6, 1998 File: 5802
MOVED by Cllr. Herbert,
A.THAT the projects listed in Appendix I be advanced as Local Improvements on the Initiative and brought before a Court of Revision on June 16, 1998.
B.THAT the reports of the City Engineer and Director of Finance be adopted together with details of the Second Step Report as summarized in Appendix II, and Council declare it is desirable that the projects set out in Appendix I of this report be undertaken and deems that each will specially benefit the real property abutting it. (Requires two-thirds approval of those present).
cont’d
CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (CONT’D)
Local Improvements by Initiative - June 16, 1998
First and Second Step Report
April 6, 1998 (cont’d)
C.THAT pavement and curb projects Numbered 13,15-17,19-22 inclusive as described in Appendix I, be designated as a thoroughfare for the purposes of Part II of the Local Improvements Procedure By-law, so that abutting residential property owners’ rates are reduced by the required 25%.
D.THAT sidewalk projects Numbered 23-31 and 34 inclusive, as described in Appendix I, be designated as "pedestrian collector routes" so that the abutting residential property owners' rates are reduced by the required 25%.
E.THAT in recognition of the Citywide benefits, projects on designated City Greenways be eligible for a 25% reduction in local improvement charges through designation as "pedestrian collector routes’ or "thoroughfare".
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
AND BY THE
REQUIRED MAJORITY
8. Tender 9806 - Construction of P.C. Concrete Curbs
and Gutters and Asphaltic Concrete Pavement
on Sundry Streets
March 31, 1998 File: 1805
MOVED by Cllr. Don Lee,
A.THAT Tender Number 9806 - Construction of P.C. Concrete Curbs and Gutters, and Asphaltic Concrete Pavement on Sundry Streets from Columbia Bitulithic Limited, the low bidder, in the amount of $924,298.00, be accepted, subject to a contract satisfactory to the Director of Legal Services.
B.THAT the Director of Legal Services execute the Contract on behalf of the City. No legal rights shall arise hereby and none shall arise until execution of the contemplated Agreement.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (CONT’D)
9. Review of Proposed Partnership with Richmond
for the Joint Production of Asphalt
April 6, 1998 File: 5801
As a delegation request had been received, this report was referred for consideration to the May 14, 1998 meeting of the Standing Committee on City Services and Budgets.
10. 1997/98 Grants Equal to Theatre Rent
- Spring Update
April 6, 1998 File: 2055
MOVED by Cllr. Chiavario,
A.THAT Council confirm its previous approval of 12 rental grants totalling $827,375 for uses of the Civic Theatres in Spring 1998, including decreases in the grants to the Vancouver Symphony ($14,000) and Playhouse Theatre Company ($2,850), reflecting reduced need, as listed in Table 1; source of funds to be the 1998 Grants Equal to Theatre Rent budget.
B.THAT Council approve the following additional Spring 1998 rental grants over base levels to two of the 12 organizations listed in Table 1; source of funds to be the 1998 Grants Equal to Theatre Rent budget:
(1) Friends of Chamber Music: $5,700 ( 3 uses - Vancouver Playhouse)
(2) Coastal Jazz & Blues Society: $7,000 ( 1 use - Orpheum )
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (CONT’D)
11. Graphics Technician Position in the
Communications Division, Office of the City Clerk
April 2, 1998 File: 1361
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
THAT City Council approve the conversion of the temporary full-time Graphics Technician position in the Communications Division in the Office of the City Clerk to a permanent full-time position, subject to job evaluation by the Director of Human Resources. Funding will be provided in the 1998 Operating Budget. Temporary funding has been provided in previous years and there will be no net increase in the budget.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
12. Information on Needle Exchange Programs in Vancouver
April 16, 1998 File: 4113
Council considered an Administrative Report dated April 16, 1998, which provided information on current needle exchange programs in Vancouver. The report was introduced by Jeff Brooks, Director of Community Services, Social Planning and he explained that programs are delivered by the Vancouver/Richmond Health Board, the B.C. Centre for Disease Control Society-AIDS/STD Prevention Street Nurse program, DEYAS and some pharmacies. The municipalities of New Westminster and Surrey also have needle exchange programs. Details on the nature of a needle exchange program, and accountability requirements were also provided.
Mr. Brooks added that the needle exchange program is viewed by some members of the public as a lighting rod for crime and safety issues. In Vancouver, the situation is complicated by the fact there is a lack of necessary treatment programs to complete a comprehensive strategy on HIV/AIDS and drug addiction. There is a need to discuss public concerns, research findings and public policy; obtain a broader understanding of addiction and treatment options; and receive more clarity from the Province on its overall strategy. Staff will continue to monitor these issues and work with the Vancouver/Richmond Health Board and the Ministry for Children and Families.
cont’d
CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (CONT’D)
Information on Needle Exchange Programs in Vancouver
April 16, 1998 (cont’d)
MOVED by Cllr. Price,
A.THAT Council request a meeting with the Vancouver/Richmond Regional Health Board to discuss their broad policy directions in relationship to services concerned with intravenous drug use and addiction.
B.THAT Council communicate to the Premier of the Province and the Minister of Children and Families the desperate need for drug and alcohol treatment facilities in the City of Vancouver and the GVRD, and that the communication include Council’s request that alcohol and drug matters be given the highest priority status and be relocated back to the Ministry of Health.
C.THAT the Administrative Report dated April 16, 1998, entitled "Information on Needle Exchange Programs in Vancouver" be received for information and be referred to a public meeting along with other related reports.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
13. Changes to Charitable Gaming
April 17, 1998 File: 2633-1
Before Council for its information, was an Administrative Report dated April 17, 1998 in which the Director of Community Services, Social Planning, in consultation with the Director of Community Planning and Director of Legal Services, outlined recently announced changes to the charitable gaming model in B.C., and how these changes could affect City regulations and charities in the City of Vancouver, as well as other potential implications.
Mario Lee, Social Planning, explained that since the report was written, information was received on a new program initiated by S.U.C.C.E.S.S., to provide help to people suffering from gambling addiction. He also referred to the recent ruling that the City of Surrey does have the right to prohibit slot machines within its boundaries, which is the second time that the courts have upheld the right of municipalities to regulate gaming issues. Mr. Lee responded to questions of Council concerning gaming, noting that the Province’s plan to re-define casinos is to take effect on June 1, 1998.
cont’d
CITY MANAGER'S ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (CONT’D)
Changes to Charitable Gaming
April 17, 1998 (cont’d)
During discussion, Council members asked staff to provide them with an information memo addressing issues raised concerning gaming and the City’s zoning bylaws and Charter, and charitable casinos. It was also felt that any forthcoming reports should address issues related to First Nations’ proposed casinos and how they will fit into the Province’s plans with respect to gaming.
MOVED by Cllr. Sullivan,
THAT this report be received for information.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
CITY MANAGER'S POLICY REPORTS
1. CD-1 Text Amendment - 3330 S.E. Marine Drive
March 31, 1998 File: 5306
MOVED by Cllr. Don Lee,
THAT the application by Howard/Bingham/Hill Architects to amend CD-1 By-law No. 5381 for 3330 S.E. Marine Drive (Lot 190 except part shown in explanatory plan LMP 6475, District Lot 330, Plan LMP 2011) to allow an addition to the Fraser Lands Church for uses accessory to the church, be referred to a Public Hearing, together with:
(i)plans received January 21 , 1998;
(ii)draft CD-1 By-law amendments, generally as contained in Appendix A of the Administrative Report dated March 31, 1998; and
(iii)the recommendation of the Director of Central Area Planning on behalf of Land Use and Development to approve, subject to conditions contained in Appendix B of the Administrative Report dated March 31, 1998.
FURTHER THAT the Director of Legal Services be instructed to prepare the necessary CD-1 By-law for consideration at Public Hearing.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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. Price,
THAT the report of the Committee of the Whole be adopted.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
BY-LAWS
1. A By-law to amend By-law No. 3575, being the
Zoning and Development By-law
(Miscellaneous Text Amendments)
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
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. Bellamy,
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
COUNCILLOR CLARKE EXCUSED FROM VOTING ON BY-LAW 1
BY-LAWS (CONT’D)
2. A By-law to amend Schedule ‘A’ to By-law No. 4812,
being the False Creek Official Development Plan,
Schedules ‘A’ to By-laws No. 4815, 5018, 5019 and 5478,
being Area Development Plans for False Creek,
Schedule A to By-law No. 4912, being the Downtown
Official Development Plan, Schedule A to By-law No. 5261,
being the Central Waterfront Official Development Plan,
Schedule A to By-law No. 5532, being the Downtown Eastside/
Oppenheimer Official Development Plan, Schedule A to
By-law No. 5546, being the First Shaughnessy Official
Development Plan and Schedule A to By-law No. 5752, being the
Southeast Granville Slopes Official Development Plan
(Miscellaneous Text Amendments)
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
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. Bellamy,
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
COUNCILLOR CLARKE EXCUSED FROM VOTING ON BY-LAW 2
BY-LAWS (CONT’D)
3. A By-law to amend By-laws No. 6744, 7522, 7531,
7551, 7556, 7601, 7654, 7655, 7677, 7681, and 7682,
being by-laws which amended the Zoning and
Development By-law by rezoning areas to CD-1
(Miscellaneous Text Amendments)
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
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. Bellamy,
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
COUNCILLOR CLARKE EXCUSED FROM VOTING ON BY-LAW 3
BY-LAWS (CONT’D)
4. A By-law to amend By-law No. 5585, being the
Zoning and Development Fee By-law
(Miscellaneous Text Amendments)
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Clarke,
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. Clarke,
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)
5. A By-law to amend By-law No. 6059, being the
Parking By-law (Miscellaneous Text Amendments)
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Clarke,
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. Clarke,
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. 6788, being a
by-law to Facilitate Demolition for Social Housing
(Miscellaneous Text Amendments)
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Clarke,
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. Clarke,
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)
7. A By-law to amend By-law No. 7342, being the
Burrard Slopes Development Cost Levy By-law
(Addition of Park Improvement and Highway Construction)
MOVED by Cllr. Bellamy,
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. Bellamy,
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
BY-LAWS (CONT’D)
8. A By-law to amend By-law No. 3575, being the
Zoning and Development By-law (2176 West 10th Avenue,
2197 West 11th Avenue and 2625-27 Arbutus Street)
(Intracorp/Bastion) Rezoning - M-1 to CD-1)
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Herbert,
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. Herbert,
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 CHIAVARIO, CLARKE AND PUIL
EXCUSED FROM VOTING ON BY-LAW 8
BY-LAWS (CONT’D)
9. A By-law to amend By-law No. 3575, being the
Zoning and Development By-law
(2176 West 10th Avenue and 2197 West 11th Avenue)
Park - Rezoning - M-1 to RS-1
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Herbert,
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. Herbert,
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 CHIAVARIO, CLARKE AND PUIL
EXCUSED FROM VOTING ON BY-LAW 9
MOTIONS
A. Closing road on the east side of Joyce
Street, south side of Vanness Avenue File: 5753
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy
SECONDED by Cllr. Price
THAT WHEREAS:
1.The City of Vancouver is the owner of all the streets and lanes lying within the limits of the City of Vancouver;
2.There is a proposal to re-subdivide privately-owned lands on the east side of Joyce Street, south side of Vanness Avenue;
3.The proposal requires the closure of a portion of the east side of Joyce Street, south side of Vanness Avenue;
4.The portion of road to be closed, was dedicated by the deposit of Plan 20906 in July of 1986, and lies adjacent to Parcel 1, Block 158, District Lot 37, Plan LMP 27237;
5.The said City road to be closed is no longer required for road purposes;
6.A portion of the said Parcel 1 will be dedicated for road purposes, to the City, on the proposed Subdivision Plan.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT all that portion of road dedicated by the deposit of Plan 20906, on the east side of Joyce Street, south side of Vanness Avenue, adjacent to Parcel 1, Block 158, District Lot 37, Plan LMP 27237, the same as shown heavy outlined on a Reference Plan of Survey, completed on the 16th day of March, 1998, attested to by Mike E. Shaw, B.C.L.S., and marginally numbered 30249-9, be closed, stopped-up and conveyed to the abutting owner; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT all that portion of road so closed be subdivided with the abutting lands, dedicating for road, the portion of Parcel 1 so required, to the satisfaction of the Approving Officer.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
MOTIONS (CONT’D)
B. Arbutus /Vine Industrial Area CD-1 Guidelines File: 5301
MOVED by Cllr. Kennedy,
SECONDED by Cllr. Herbert,
THAT the document entitled "Arbutus/Vine Industrial Area CD-1 Guidelines", originally adopted June 21, 1994, be amended by Council to reflect changes approved at the Public Hearings of July 27, 1995 and January 16, 1997, and be used by applicants and staff for development applications at 2725 Arbutus Street (CD-1 No. 357), 2176 West 10th Avenue, 2197 West 11th Avenue and 2625-2627 Arbutus Street (CD-1 No. 380).
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ENQUIRIES AND OTHER MATTERS
1. Leaky Condominiums File: 2701-1
Councillor Price indicated he had received a delegation from the B.C. Insulation Contractors Association, who recommended that the City consider setting up a "Quality Assurance Inspection and Guarantee Program" and recover costs through an increase in permit charges. They believed it would encourage better quality work. The General Manager of Community Services was asked to provide a report back on this suggestion.
2. Supermarket - Kerrisdale Area File: 8012
Councillor Herbert referred to plans to close the last supermarket in Kerrisdale, at 41st and Vine. He requested a report back from staff advising if there are any plans for opening another supermarket in the area to serve people and whether or not there is a restrictive covenant placed on the old IGA property which would prevent another food operator from taking over the site.
ENQUIRIES AND OTHER MATTERS (CONT’D)
3. Changes to Police Reserves File: 3701
Councillor Chiavario requested that the Mayor seek clarification from the Chief Constable on the impact to major special events and issues on Robson Street and other locations, that may arise from changes to police reserves and related increased costs to the Police Department’s budget. The Mayor so agreed.
4. Leave of Absence File: 1254
MOVED by Cllr. Sullivan,
SECONDED by Cllr. Price,
THAT Councillor Daniel Lee be granted Leave of Absence for July 30, 1998.
- CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(Councillor Clarke absent for the vote)
5. Heavy Traffic on First Avenue File: 5762-1
Councillor Bellamy recalled that a meeting was held approximately one year ago to address issues related to heavy traffic, including trucks and private bus companies, frequently using First Avenue. The problem is still occurring and he therefore requested an early report back from the Engineering Department on progress to date to address this issue.
6. C2 Zoning Problems File: 5301
Councillor Clarke referred to the request raised under Enquiries in the April 7, 1998 meeting of Council and clarified that staff’s report back should consider whether or not the C2 zoning provisions, including guidelines and relaxations, are suitable in all locations where the zoning is applicable, given the adjacencies to other zoning areas, which in some cases are single family residential areas.
The Council adjourned at 5:30 p.m.
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