Minutes Regular Council Meeting

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1 Minutes Regular Council Meeting 446 Main Street, PO Box 219 Sicamous, B.C. V0E 2V0 Ph: Fax: Date and Time: 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 28 th, 2012 Place: Council Chambers, 446 Main Street, Sicamous, B.C. Present: Absent: Staff: Gallery: Chair, His Worship Mayor D. Trouton Councillor F. Busch *entered the meeting at 5:25 p.m. Councillor C. Hutchinson Councillor D. Richardson Councillor J. Thomson Councillor G. Kyllo Councillor T. Rysz H. Frank, Chief Administrative Officer M. Marrs, Community Planning Officer W. Law, Deputy Treasurer M. Geall, Deputy Manager of Corporate Services 7 people plus 1 member of the media Call to Order: The Regular Council Meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. with Mayor Trouton presiding. Introduction of New Staff Members: RECREATION AND WELLNESS COORDINATOR Introduction of Late Items: Mayor Trouton introduced West Martin-Patterson who has been hired as the District s Recreation and Wellness Coordinator. Mayor Trouton welcomed West to Sicamous. Mr. Martin-Patterson said he is looking forward to meeting people in Sicamous and is excited to develop community partnerships for recreation and wellness. There were no late items presented to Council. Approval of Agenda: AGENDA APPROVAL THAT the Regular Council Meeting Agenda for November 28 th, 2012 be approved as circulated.

2 2 Adoption of Minutes: ADOPT NOVEMBER 14, 2012 COUNCIL MINUTES Public and Statutory Hearings: DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT 113 WEDDUP STREET Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on November 14 th, 2012 THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on November 14 th, 2012 be adopted as read on this day and that such Minutes as read, set out all the business before Council that day and fully and properly record all of the resolutions and bylaws passed and adopted by Council at that meeting. Mayor Trouton explained the Public Hearing was convened pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Act and Community Charter and outlined the rules and procedures for the Public Hearing pursuant to District policy. Mayor Trouton asked the Community Planner to provide an overview of the proposal. The Community Planner reported the subject property is located at 113 Weddup Street, legally described as Lot 1, Plan KAP89529, DL 452, KDYD and Water Lease #333152, DL6384, KDYD. He said the applicant applied for and obtained Development Permit DP(V) for a new marina layout located on the subject property and water lease which included a relaxation of the 5.0 metre setback to the western boundary of the water lease. Subsequently the applicant applied for and received modifications of the requirements to the approved noted development permit to facilitate the construction of the new marina plan. The applicant now wishes to vary the northern setback to 0.0 metres to allow the extension of the 6 proposed fingers off Dock C to accommodate longer houseboats and vessels. In reducing the setback from 5.0 to 0.0 metres, any maneuvering and access will be outside of the Water Lease area and entirely within the riparian area at the foot of Weddup Street. The Community Planner reported this application was the subject of a previous hearing in which the process was determined faulty. At that time, Council approved the alternative moorage concept. He said Council has the right to either confirm its decision, delay a decision or amend its decision. The Administrator reported that pursuant to the provisions of the Community Charter and Local Government Act, neighbouring property owners have been advised of the proposal and that no verbal comments have been received at the District Office. She advised that one written comment has been received from Melissa Yarmoloy who objects to any relaxation of the 5 metre setback. The Administrator read the letter in its entirety. Mayor Trouton invited submissions from the gallery. After calling three times for submissions from the gallery and receiving none, Mayor Trouton closed the Public Hearing at 5:10 p.m. The Administrator reported that Council may now consider staff s recommendation DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT 113 WEDDUP STREET THAT upon consideration of written and verbal comments received from affected property owners, and staff s recommendation, should the applicant wish to amend the location of Dock C in accordance with Schedule A.2 Optional Layout, Council authorize staff to issue Development Variance Permit Application DVP as amended for property located at 113

3 3 Weddup Street, legally described as Lot 1, Plan KAP89529, DL 452, KDYD and Water Lease #333152, DL 6384, KDYD. Delegations: WINSTON PAIN AND PAUL MCINTYRE, SHUSWAP TRAIL ALLIANCE SHUSWAP TRAIL ALLIANCE BUDGET DELIBERATIONS Mr. Pain reported the Board of Directors of the Shuswap Trail Alliance proposes a three year annual investment of $10,000 from the District which represents the implementation of a long term strategy that supports the growth and management of greenway trail infrastructure throughout the Shuswap. This is achieved through five core functions: (1) regional collaboration; (2) environmental screening/adaptive planning; (3) trail stewardship; (4) trail experience development and program and (5) capital projects and technical trail services. Mr Pain and Mr. McIntyre provided background information and reported that subject to adoption of its financial plans, the City of Salmon Arm, the City of Enderby and the Columbia Shuswap Regional District have agreed to the financial commitment as outlined in the Shuswap Trail Alliance s letter of September 19 th, Mr. Pain reported the operational plan will allow them to continue leveraging new resources for priorities such as the ongoing trail stewardship (maintenance), local greenway priorities including Highway 97A and Bayview, destination trail priorities, anticipated Sicamous to Grindrod rail-trail corridor and new destination programing and guide content with Shuswap Tourism. Discussion ensued. THAT the request dated September 19 th, 2012 from the Shuswap Trail Alliance for a three year annual commitment of $10,000 per annum be forwarded to 2013 budget deliberations. 5:25 p.m. Councillor Busch entered the meeting. Two gallery members left the meeting. Report of the Chief Administrative Officer: OLD DISTRICT OFFICE 1214 RIVERSIDE OLD DISTRICT OFFICE 1214 RIVERSIDE AVENUE The Administrator reported the damage to the old District office at 1214 Riverside Avenue was extensive due to the flooding with the entire basement affected by water and mould. She reported that the insurance company does not want to make an official settlement offer on the building unless the District indicates it is planning to demolish the building. The Administrator provided further detail as outlined in her written report dated November 19 th, THAT the District proceed with demolishing the buildings at 1214 Riverside Avenue and accept a 50% insurance payout, less the deductible, of $83, Councillor Busch noted the building has served the community for many years and reported it originally served as a Forestry Building, then the offices of the Sicamous Waterworks District and then, upon incorporation, the municipal offices. He suggested the District organize a ceremony in recognition of the structure and invite those individuals who worked there.

4 RIVERSIDE AVENUE OFFICE CEREMONY Unfinished Business: THAT before the building(s) at 1214 Riverside Avenue are demolished, the District organize a Ceremony in recognition of its service to the community throughout the years. None. Correspondence: COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE UBCM MEMBER RELEASE NOVEMBER 20, 2012 Council members received the Council Information Package dated November 28 th, Council members received the UBCM Member Release dated November 20 th, 2012 regarding the Local Government Contract Management Committee Meeting. Councillor Busch referenced the section of the correspondence dealing with RCMP patrol carbines which stated that 367 patrol carbines are scheduled for distribution to provincial and municipal detachments over the next three years. The costs for one carbine is $5,400 which includes all related equipment such as scopes, racks and carrying cases. Training costs will be absorbed into existing training budgets. Councillor Busch queried why the RCMP would need patrol carbines and questioned the costs thereof. He suggested the District acquire the rationale from the Committee RCMP PATROL CARBINES UBCM THE COMPASS NOVEMBER 21, UBCM THE COMPASS Reports of Committees and COTW: RECEIVE OCTOBER 16, 2012 EDC MINUTES Resolutions: THAT the District write to the Local Government Contract Management Committee to question why the RCMP needs patrol carbines, the rationale used and the costs associated with the patrol carbines. Council members received correspondence from UBCM which contained news and information up to November 21 st, UBCM is questioning whether or not local governments find this publication useful. THAT the District advise UBCM that it finds the publication The Compass to be a useful tool for news and information. Minutes of an Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting held on October 16 th, 2012 THAT the Minutes of the Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting held on October 16 th, 2012 be received for information. None.

5 5 Bylaws: SECOND READING OF BYLAW NO. 851 Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 750, 2009 Amending Bylaw No. 851, 2012 (1320 Rauma Avenue) THAT the District of Sicamous Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 750, 2009 Amending Bylaw No. 851, 2012 (1320 Rauma Avenue) be given second reading and further, be referred to a Public Hearing. Zoning Bylaw No. 101, 1993 Amending Bylaw No. 852, 2012 (1320 Rauma Avenue) SECOND READING OF BYLAW NO. 852 Question Period: New Business: Councillor s Reports: Mayor s Report: THAT the District of Sicamous Zoning Bylaw No. 101, 1993 Amending Bylaw No. 852, 2012 (1320 Rauma Avenue) be given second reading and further, be referred to a Public Hearing. There were no questions from the gallery. None. Councillor Hutchinson reported the Eagle Valley Senior Housing Society held its AGM on November 24 th, 2012 and noted that Councillor Busch is a new member on the Board. Councillor Busch reported that Councillor Hutchinson was appointed as Secretary Treasurer for the Society. Mayor Trouton reported the District Office is undergoing painting with warmer colours. He said the Santa Parade is scheduled for December 1 st, 2012 with the light-up of the Christmas Tree and bonfire at the Main Street Landing park. In-Camera: MOVE INTO IN-CAMERA THAT pursuant to Section 90(1)(j) of the Community Charter, Council move In-Camera at 6:10 p.m. 6:10 p.m. Mayor Trouton called for a ten minute recess. 6:20 p.m. Mayor Trouton reconvened the meeting MOVE OUT OF IN-CAMERA THAT Council move out of In-Camera at 7:15 p.m. Adjournment: ADJOURN THAT the Regular Council Meeting of November 28 th, 2012 was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

6 6 Certified Correct: Chair, Mayor D. Trouton Clerk Q:\District Minutes\2012\Regular Council 28 November 2012