Councillor Jason Blackman-Wulff Councillor Karen Elliott Councillor Peter Kent Councillor Ted Prior Councillor Doug Race

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1 DISTRICT OF SQUAMISH Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting held Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, Second Avenue, Squamish, BC. In Attendance: Mayor Patricia Heintzman Councillor Jason Blackman-Wulff Councillor Karen Elliott Councillor Peter Kent Councillor Ted Prior Councillor Doug Race Absent: Also in Attendance: Mayor Heintzman called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. Councillor Susan Chapelle Gary Buxton, Acting CAO Robin Arthurs, GM Corporate Services, Recreation & Culture Charlene Pawluk, Manager of Legislative Services Chris Wyckham, Director of Engineering Jonas Velaniskis, Director of Community Planning Kerry Hamilton, Planner Jessie Fletcher, Planner Bryan Daly, Subdivision and Control Coordinator Christine Mathews, Chief Financial Officer Jeff Sim, Senior Director Human Resources & Public Safety 1. Welcome to the Squamish Nation Traditional Territory Ha7lh en skwalwn Kwis tl'iknumut tl'a Skwxwuu7mesh Uxwumixw 2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA moved by Councillor Race, THAT Council adopt the November 7, 2017 amended Regular Business Meeting Agenda. 3. NOTICE OF MOTION 4. DELEGATIONS/PETITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (i) Canine Valley: Bylaw Amendment to Hunting Zones and New Centre Location Valeria Calderoni and Carl Merac, Canine Valley attended regarding a proposed amendment to hunting zones and to advise on their new centre location. They advised on the tragic event that occurred recently when Ms. Calderoni s dog was shot by a hunter who thought the dog was a wolf. She spoke to the lack of regulations for hunting in our community and their proposal to have regulations changed, including a petition with 30,000 signatures. She advised that they have spoken with the MLA and with applicable ministries and feel that the laws are outdated, considering the number of people in the area. They advised that they will send their suggested changes, along with GPS coordinates, to the District and will request a letter of support. They would like to create more safety within the community and will provide safety vests (donated by Canine Valley) as well as basic education for dog owners renewing their dog licences.

2 Page 2 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, 2017 Council comments and questions: Condolences were expressed to Ms. Calderoni for the loss of her dog. Mayor Heintzman advised on the Temporary Use Permit process, which is handled through staff in the Planning Department. Initiative to expand the no shooting zone suggestion that a resolution be sent to staff to come forward to Council for consideration. Local government does not regulate hunting. Be bright at Night messaging can be included for dogs (ii) (iii) (iv) District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (1606 Scott Cres) No. 2546, 2017 The delegation will be considered under Item 8A(i). Salish Seas December 11, 2017 as A Day for Our Common Future Our Common Future. moved by Councillor Elliott, THAT the District of Squamish proclaim December 11, 2017 as A Day for Ministry of Children and Family Development November, 2017 as Adoption Awareness Month moved by Councillor Kent, THAT the District of Squamish proclaim November, 2017 as Adoption Awareness Month. 5. CONSIDERATION OF UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC ATTENDANCE - Nil 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - Nil 7. STAFF REPORTS A. COMMUNITY PLANNING & INFRASTRUCTURE (i) Development Permit No. 445: Buckley Avenue (Sitka Lane) and Variance Requests K. Hamilton, Planner advised on the Development Permit application, advised on the variances requested, and spoke to public engagement, including that no requests for a public information meeting were made, to correspondence received, and that notification of the four variances was delivered to all properties within 100m of the subject property. Council comments included: Concern with hedges at the front of the property and safety concerns for children Suggestion for a shared driveway o Staff requested the applicant to look into a shared driveway, but were advised that it was legally unrealistic to do. 2 P a g e

3 Page 3 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, 2017 Mayor Heintzman announced the opportunity for the public and those affected to speak to the requested variances. Nick Field, Buckley Avenue, south of Arbutus Grove, advised that his house is only 1.8m away from Buckley Avenue and that he doesn t have a concern with the request for variance. Gregory Pillon advised that he lives in a unit in Arbutus Grove, that he is new to Squamish and is impressed with the exterior design. He spoke to the variance requests, including that they seem to be relatively minor and he doesn t want to see the project delayed further. He asked that Council approve the variances. Matt Ciesielski, realtor, advised that he sees no issue with the variances, including the proximity to the road, that the traffic is well controlled and that the variance won t affect the sightlines or cause safety issues. Jacqueline Menezes, Buckley Avenue, advised that she has noticed great traffic calming, a slow down of traffic in the area and that drivers are very cautious with cyclists. She advised that the variances don t appear to be an issue and that they fall within the homes in the area. She is a great proponent of bike lanes and advised that they will add to safety and doesn t want to see the project held back. Shawn Robinson, Buckley Avenue, spoke to concerns with the variances, including that he will lose his view of the Chief. Gurbachan Tatla, Wilson Crescent spoke to concerns with the variances, including that he lives behind the development and that it will affect his sightlines. Nathan Fletcher, Mamquam Road resident, advised that he doesn t feel that the variances will have a negative impact to sightlines and that he has no issues with the setbacks as a pedestrian. Tyler Ovington, Applicant, advised that civil engineers have reviewed pedestrian and vehicle access and have confirmed that sightlines won t be a problem. He spoke to concerns from the public and that he connected with the homeowners directly. He advised that the development meets the parking requirements, that the shrubs at the front of the property will be very thick to prevent accidents, and that he would be happy to address concerns. He spoke to the variances and that only one is not supported by staff, that the odd shaped lot made it very hard to work with, that the proposal is the best option they could come up with, and that the Advisory Design Panel had no concerns with the variances. He asked that the proposal not be referred back to staff. Gary McFarlane, Wilson Crescent advised that he has a concern with variances and is concerned a precedent will be set. He doesn t feel that this is good development and advised that the bylaw states that variances may not be granted for density. Tyler Ovington, Applicant, advised that they are not asking for a density variance and that they are within the required density. 3 P a g e

4 Page 4 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, 2017 Mayor Heintzman called three times for speakers. No one else came forward. AMENDMENT J. Velaniskis spoke to the density and the floor area ratio and advised that variances are discretionary and do not set a precedent. Council comments and questions: The need to be careful in considering variances of this nature. It is already a densely populated area. Setbacks are in place for a reason Concerns with parking and safety around school drop off and pick up times No concerns with variances other than the front setback. Some concerns regarding the sightlines for cyclists and pedestrians and that the front play area should be re-considered as thick shrubs may block traffic sightlines. Concerns with front setback and the open space variance and question as to who is responsible for the cost to relocate cross walks. The property adjacent to the north has the same zoning and there could be a similar application in the future. Concern expressed with the rear setback and open space variances as well as the front setback variance request. moved by Councillor Elliott, THAT Council refer the Development Permit No. 445 application back to staff to resolve the front setback concern for the property legally described as Lot C, Block D, District Lot 4261, Plan at Third Avenue in Squamish, British Columbia. moved by Mayor Heintzman, seconded by Councillor Blackman-Wulff, THAT the motion be amended to insert, rear setback and usable open space variance concerns following front setback. MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED THAT Council refer the Development Permit No. 445 application back to staff to resolve the front setback, rear setback and usable open space variance concerns for the property legally described as Lot C, Block D, District Lot 4261, Plan at Third Avenue in Squamish, British Columbia. 8. BYLAWS A. FIRST READING (i) District of Squamish Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (1606 Scott Cres) No. 2546, 2017 K. Hamilton, Planner presented on first reading for the Scott Crescent rezoning application, including the proposed rezoning, Land Development Agreement and civil services. She advised on public engagement, including that the applicant held a public information meeting to present their preliminary design and spoke 4 P a g e

5 Page 5 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, 2017 to comments received to date and advised that they will be included in the public hearing package. John Moonen, on behalf of the Applicant, attended to answer any questions. Council questions: C3 zoning was there any consideration of C4 through the development process. o Staff advised that there was not. Concern that there is no affordable housing included. Other developments have had to go above and beyond o Staff have discussed with the applicants. At this time, the application meets the policy for CAC contributions. K. Hamilton spoke to the application and to the size. Request that staff review the CAC contributions o John Moonen, on behalf of the Applicant, advised that they looked at a variety of ways to provide affordable housing, that there is only 10 units in this application, and if matching what other developments have provided, the affordable housing portion would just be half a unit. He advised that they are making the full cash in lieu CAC contribution, of which 80% will go to affordable housing. Question regarding connectivity under the bridge o Mr. Moonen advised that they don t own the property on the other side or the east side and that there are no plans at the moment. Traffic study with MOTI any discussion on resolving issues? o Mr. Moonen advised that their experts believe that the additional unit count can easily be accommodated. o D. Marrow spoke to the traffic study that was completed and that the conclusion is that there are no additional impacts generated by the 10 units. moved by Councillor Race, Amendment Bylaw (1606 Scott Cres) No. 2546, 2017 be given first reading. OPPOSED: Councillor Elliott The meeting recessed at 7:34 p.m. and resumed at 7:36 p.m. with all of Councilattending, except Councillor Chapelle, as well as staff in attendance as before the recess B. FIRST AND SECOND READING (i) District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (Secondary Suite Amendments) No. 2566, 2017 Bryan Daly, Development and Subdivision Coordinator and Jessie Fletcher, Planner presented on the E-bus Zoning Bylaw and OCP amendments, including 5 P a g e

6 Page 6 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, 2017 community engagement conducted to date. Staff reviewed each of the six proposed bylaws and answered Council questions. moved by Councillor Prior, seconded by Councillor Blackman-Wulff, Amendment Bylaw (Secondary Suite Amendments) No. 2566, 2017 be given first and second reading; AND Amendment Bylaw (Secondary Suite Amendments) No. 2566, 2017 Public Hearing be scheduled for December 5, 2017 at 6:00pm. (ii) (iii) (iv) District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (Tobacconist Amendments) No. 2567, 2017 moved by Councillor Elliott, seconded by Councillor Blackman-Wulff, Amendment Bylaw (Tobacconist Amendments) No. 2567, 2017 be given first and second reading as amended in Clause 3 Section 4 (General Regulations) 4.41 (b) by adding Brennan Park to the listed properties; AND Amendment Bylaw (Tobacconist Amendments) No. 2567, 2017 Public Hearing be scheduled for December 5, 2017 at 6:00pm. District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (Accessory Kitchen Amendments) No. 2568, 2017 moved by Councillor Race, seconded by Councillor Prior, Amendment Bylaw (Accessory Kitchen Amendments) No. 2568, 2017 be given first and second reading; Amendment Bylaw (Accessory Kitchen Amendments) No. 2568, 2017 Public Hearing be scheduled for December 5, 2017 at 6:00pm. District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (Electric Vehicle Charging Amendments) No. 2569, 2017 moved by Councillor Elliott, seconded by Councillor Prior, Amendment Bylaw (Electric Vehicle Charging Amendments) No. 2569, 2017 be given first and second reading; 6 P a g e

7 Page 7 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, 2017 AND Amendment Bylaw (Electric Vehicle Charging Amendments) No. 2569, 2017 Public Hearing be scheduled for December 5, 2017 at 6:00pm. (v) (vi) (vii) District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (Cash inlieu, CD-2 Amendments) No. 2570, 2017 moved by Councillor Kent, Amendment Bylaw (Cash in-lieu, CD-2 Amendments) No. 2570, 2017 be given first and second reading; AND THAT The District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (Cash in-lieu, CD-2 Amendments) No. 2570, 2017 Public Hearing be scheduled for December 5, 2017 at 6:00pm. District of Squamish Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2100, 2009, Amendment Bylaw (DPA 2, 7) No. 2571, 2017 moved by Councillor Race, seconded by Councillor Prior, THAT the District of Squamish Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2100, 2009, Amendment Bylaw (DPA 2, 7) No. 2571, 2017 be given first and second reading; AND THAT 2017 and, the District of Squamish Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2100, 2009, Amendment Bylaw (DPA 2, 7) No. 2571, 2017 Public Hearing be scheduled for December 5, 2017 at 6:00pm. District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (Cleveland Large Lot Interim FAR) No. 2572, 2017 moved by Councillor Elliott THAT Council direct staff to prepare interim changes to the District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011 to introduce a maximum Floor Area Ratio of 1.5 for large C-4 zoned properties fronting onto Cleveland Avenue between Bailey Street and Main Street; AND THAT all new applications proposing to exceed the Floor Area Ratio of 1.5, including Development Permits and Building Permits, on large C-4 zoned properties fronting onto Cleveland Avenue between Bailey Street and Main Street be deferred until zoning changes temporarily introducing maximum Floor Area Ratio are adopted, specifically to ensure that the unique character of Cleveland Avenue is maintained until the C-4 zoning updates are brought forward to Council for consideration. 7 P a g e

8 Page 8 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, 2017 moved by Councillor Elliott, seconded by Councillor Blackman-Wulff, THAT District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (Cleveland Large Lot Interim FAR) No. 2572, 2017 be given first and second readings; AND THAT a Public Hearing Date for District of Squamish Zoning Bylaw No. 2200, 2011, Amendment Bylaw (Cleveland Large Lot Interim FAR) No. 2572, 2017 be scheduled for November 21, 2017 at 6:00pm. C. FIRST THREE READINGS (i) District of Squamish Election and Assent Voting Bylaw No. 2420, 2017 moved by Councillor Race, THAT the District of Squamish Election and Assent Voting Bylaw No. 2420, 2017 be given first three readings. CORPORATE SERVICES, RECREATION & CULTURE (ii) Appointment of Election Officers for the 2018 General Local Government Election moved by Councillor Blackman-Wulff, THAT the District of Squamish, pursuant to Section 58(1) and (2) of the Local Government Act, appoint Robin Arthurs as the Chief Election Officer for conducting the 2018 General Local Election and Assent Voting opportunities on October 20, 2018, with power to appoint other election officials as required for the administration and conduct of the 2018 General Local Election on October 20, 2018; AND THAT Charlene Pawluk be appointed Deputy Chief Election Officer for the 2018 General Local Election and Assent Voting opportunities. D. ADOPTION (i) District of Squamish Floodplain Bylaw No. 2526, 2017 moved by Councillor Race, THAT the District of Squamish Floodplain Bylaw No. 2526, 2017 be adopted. 9. STAFF REPORTS - Nil 8 P a g e

9 Page 9 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, CORRESPONDENCE A. ACTION REQUESTED (i) (1018) 2018 BC Community Achievement Awards moved by Councillor Blackman-Wulff, THAT the call for nominations for Community Achievement Awards be referred to staff to post on the website and social media. (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (1030) S. Ridout, Re: UBCM Microcell Resolution & Notice of Wireless Harm moved by Councillor Kent, seconded by Mayor Heintzman, THAT the correspondence from S. Ridout regarding UBCM Microcell Resolution & Notice of Wireless Harm be referred to staff to investigate and report back to Council. (1030) C. Daniels, Re: SLRD Regional Growth Strategy Amendment Bylaw No moved by Councillor Mayor Heintzman, THAT correspondence from the SLRD regarding the Regional Growth Strategy amendment be referred to the Director of Community Planning to bring back a recommendation to the November 21 or December 5 Regular Council meeting on whether the amendments should be accepted or refused. (1101) J. Bonnell, Re: Cars Endangering Students Lives on Highlands Way moved by Mayor Heintzman, THAT correspondence from J. Bonnell be referred to Engineering staff for review and response. (1107) J. Joseph-McCullough, Re: 15 th Annual Squamish Valley Siyam (Chiefs) POW-WOW moved by Mayor Heintzman, THAT Council approve financial support in the amount of $1,000 to Squamish Nation in support of the 15 th Annual Squamish Valley Siyam (Chiefs) POW-WOW to be held on November 18 and 19, 2017, to be funded from the Truth and Reconciliation budget. B. RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION (i) (1023) J. Gerbasi, Re: FCM Resolution, Thank You Letter 9 P a g e

10 Page 10 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, 2017 (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) (vii) (viii) (1019) D. Donaldson, Re: Nch'Kay Letter of Support, Thank You Letter Mayor Heintzman advised that the students are pursuing through the Federal processes and that she offered our support, if needed. (1019) O. Gruter-Andrew, Re: PrimeCorp Board, Annual Report (1025) C. Trevena, Re: Ministry of Transportation, Sea to Sky Transit (1101) H. Gordon, Re: Housing and Environmental Solutions (1101) D. Welch, Re: Local Government Program Services (1101) M. Mark, Re: UBMC Annual Convention Thank You Letter (1025) L. Glenday response to T. Sjogren, Re: Goose Feces moved by Mayor Heintzman, THAT correspondence items 10B (1) (viii) be received for information. 11. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (i) Committee of the Whole, October 17, 2017 (ii) Special Business Meeting, October 17, 2017 (iii) Regular Business Meeting, October 17, 2017 (iv) Committee of the Whole, October 24, 2017 (v) Special Business Meeting, October 31, 2017 moved by Councillor Kent, THAT Council approve the following minutes: Committee of the Whole, October 17, 2017 Special Business Meeting, October 17, 2017 Regular Business Meeting, October 17, 2017 Committee of the Whole, October 24, 2017 Special Business Meeting, October 31, 2017 (vi) Recommended Motions from the October 17, 2017 Committee of the Whole Meeting: TEAAM Aero Medical Society moved by Councillor Kent, seconded by Councillor Prior, THAT Council provide a letter of support for the TEAAM Aero Medical Society in their endeavors to secure funding for this project. Smart Cities Challenge moved by Mayor Heintzman, THAT the Economic Development Officer continue to explore and pursue the possibility of making an application to the federal Smart Cities Challenge. 10 P a g e

11 Page 11 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, 2017 (vii) Recommended Motions from the October 24, 2017 Committee of the Whole Meeting: Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) Financial Plan Submissions moved by Councillor Elliott, seconded by Councillor Prior, THAT Council receive the Squamish Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) Financial Plan Submissions report; AND THAT staff are authorized to forward the report to the SLRD. Joint Project for Evacuation Plan with Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) moved by Councillor Race, THAT the District of Squamish continue to collaborate with the Resort Municipality of Whistler on the joint emergency evacuation program. 12. BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES 13. COMMITTEE MINUTES AND REPORTS (i) Advisory Design Panel Meeting Minutes October 19, 2017 noted that there is an error in fact in the Advisory Design Panel minutes on page 7 (DP 474 Phase 1 Townhomes, Waterfront Landing), 19 th bullet indicates discussions have taken place with the Squamish Food Council on incorporating community gardens into the development and those discussions have not taken place, although discussions are planned. moved by Councillor Kent, THAT the minutes from the Advisory Design Panel Meeting, held October 19, 2017 be received for information. (ii) Public and Corporate Services Meeting Minutes October 24, 2017 moved by Councillor Kent, THAT the minutes from the Public and Corporate Services Meeting, held October 24, 2017 be received for information. Committee Recommendations: Youth Engagement Strategy moved by Mayor Heintzman, seconded by Councillor Blackman-Wulff, THAT Council wholeheartedly support the Youth Engagement Strategy project. 14. COUNCIL STAFF IN CAMERA ITEM ANNOUNCEMENTS 11 P a g e

12 Page 12 Minutes of the Regular Business Meeting November 7, UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC ATTENDANCE 16. OPEN QUESTION PERIOD CLARIFICATION RELATED TO AGENDA ITEMS 17. COUNCIL OR STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS Attendance at Sea to Sky Community Services open house celebration on Oct. 27 th Attendance at Squamish Public Library Open House on November 2nd. The Library received over 500 responses to their community survey. Attendance at the Crave Dining for Dignity event. The evening raised in the range of $75,000. On Sunday the Eagle Watch group officially launched the eagle watch season. Food Council Policy the food asset map has been launched. Request to share through social media channels. Environmental Club at Quest is hosting a sustainability event. The Food Policy Council and other groups will asking questions regarding sustainability. The event is open to the public. Remembrance Day celebration on Saturday, November 11th at the Cenotaph. 18. TERMINATION moved by Councillor Elliott, THAT the meeting be terminated. Meeting terminated at 8:37 p.m. Patricia Heintzman, Mayor CERTIFIED CORRECT: _ Robin Arthurs, GM Corporate Services 12 P a g e