PRESENT: Mayor Wayne Wright Councillor Jonathan Coté Councillor Bill Harper Councillor Jaimie McEvoy Councillor Betty McIntosh Councillor Chuck Puchmayr Councillor Lorrie Williams REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL Notice is hereby given of the following Regular Meeting of Council: September 30, 2013 which convenes immediately following the Public Hearing. Note: The Public Hearing commences at 6:00 pm. Council Chamber City Hall MINUTES STAFF: Ms. Lisa Spitale Ms. Jan Gibson Mr. G. Dean Gibson Mr. Gary Holowatiuk Mr. Jim Lowrie Ms. Bev Grieve Ms. Stephanie Lam - Chief Administrative Officer - Acting Corporate Officer/Director of Legislative Services - Director of Parks, Culture and Recreation - Director of Finance & Information Technology - Director of Engineering Services - Acting Director of Development Services - Committee Clerk The meeting was called to order at 6:14 pm. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA 1. MOTION to Add or Delete Items from the Agenda. MOVED and SECONDED THAT the agenda be amended by removing Council Member Reports. CARRIED. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. September 30, 2013 Regular Council Minutes Page 1 Doc #472221
PRESENTATIONS 2. Senior s Day, Saturday, October 5, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Century House Senior s Day Planning Committee Chair, Alana McIntyre Councillor Harper, Chair of the Seniors Advisory Committee, welcomed Ruby Campbell, Volunteer Coordinator, and members of the Senior s Day Planning Committee (the Committee). Alana McIntyre, Chair of the Committee, announced that the Senior s Day Festival will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2013 from 11:00am to 3:00pm at Century House, and provided the following comments: Thanked members of the Committee for their for their assistance in organizing the event, and acknowledged Annette Oakes and Helen Bodner who were present at the Council meeting; Thanked Tony Antonias for his assistance with the newspaper advertisement; Acknowledged the work and dedication of Ruby Campbell and thanked Councillor Harper for his assistance in leading the Committee. Ms. McIntyre provided a PowerPoint presentation outlining the agenda for the Festival. Councillor Harper advised that the membership of the Committee is comprised of Community representatives, as well as representatives from the Century House Association, Seniors Planning and Action Network (SPAN), and members of the Seniors Services Society. Councillor Harper also thanked Ms. Campbell, noting that her guidance has made the planning process both easy and enjoyable. Council spoke in support of the Festival and wished the Committee all the best in their upcoming event. MOVED and SECONDED THAT the presentation be received. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. CARRIED. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS No items. September 30, 2013 Regular Council Minutes Page 2 Doc #472221
BYLAWS CONSIDERED AT A PUBLIC HEARING 3. Zoning Amendment Bylaw to Include Retaining Wall Regulations and Resolve Grade Transition Conflicts in the NR-1, NR-5 and RT-1A Zoning Districts No. 7614, 2013 [A Bylaw to Amend Zoning Bylaw 6680, 2001] THIRD READING ADOPTION MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7614, 2013 be read a third time. CARRIED. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7614, 2013 be adopted. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. CARRIED. 4. Zoning Amendment Bylaw to Clarify Requirements for Outdoor Storage and Storage of Shipping Containers in Industrial Zoning Districts Bylaw No. 7615, 2013 [A Bylaw to Amend Zoning Bylaw 6680, 2001] THIRD READING ADOPTION MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7615, 2013 be read a third time. CARRIED. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7615, 2013 be adopted. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. CARRIED. 5. Zoning Bylaw amendment to change rules regarding Lounge Endorsement and Special Event Areas Bylaw No. 7622, 2013 [A Bylaw to Amend Zoning Bylaw 6680, 2001] THIRD READING ADOPTION MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7622, 2013 be read a third time. CARRIED. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7622, 2013 be adopted. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. CARRIED. September 30, 2013 Regular Council Minutes Page 3 Doc #472221
6. Text Amendment Bylaw No. 7623, 2013 to Clarify Covered Decks and Porches Allowance in RQ Zones [A Bylaw to Amend Zoning Bylaw 6680, 2001] THIRD READING ADOPTION MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7623, 2013 be read a third time. CARRIED. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7623, 2013 be adopted. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. CARRIED. 7. Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment Regulations Governing Through Sites Bylaw No. 7624, 2013 [A Bylaw to Amend Zoning Bylaw 6680, 2001] THIRD READING ADOPTION MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7624, 2013 be read a third time. CARRIED. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7624, 2013 be adopted. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. CARRIED. 8. 326 Hospital Street Rezoning from RS-2 to CD district to allow 4 townhouse units Bylaw No. 7625, 2013 [A Bylaw to Amend Zoning Bylaw 6680, 2001] THIRD READING MOVED and SECONDED THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 7625, 2013 be read a third time. CARRIED. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. OPPORTUNITY TO BE HEARD 9. Opportunity to be Heard for Development Variance Permit No. 566 to vary Sign Bylaw No. 6625, 2000 Requirements at 88 Tenth Street for Oxygen Yoga Mayor Wright called three times for speakers to the application. There was no response. September 30, 2013 Regular Council Minutes Page 4 Doc #472221
ISSUANCE OF DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMITS 10. Issuance of Development Variance Permit No. 566 to vary Sign Bylaw No. 6625, 2000 Requirements at 88 Tenth Street for Oxygen Yoga: Requirement be Varied Permitted/Required Proposed Section 7.2 fascia signs as advertising signs, Subsection (i) not more than one sign shall be permitted for each street frontage of the building, premise or parcel Required notification has been completed. Attachments: One sign per building, premise or parcel One sign for each existing sign band between architectural columns i. Copy of Development Variance Permit notice ii. Director of Development Services report dated September 9, 2013 a. Motion to receive the following correspondence concerning this application: None Received to Date. b. Motion to approve/reject issuance of Development Variance Permit No. 566. MOVED and SECONDED THAT Development Variance Permit No. 566 be approved. All members of Council present voted in favour of the motion. CARRIED. COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM COUNCIL There were no announcements. NEW BUSINESS 11. Fundraiser: Hot Flashes Councillor Williams advised that on October 10, 2013, Landmark Cinemas will be featuring the film Hot Flashes as part of a fundraising event in support of the Canadian Cancer Society. A reception will be held at 6:00pm, and the film will commence at 7:00pm. Tickets are $25 and are available online and at various locations throughout the City. Persons wishing to attend may visit the website at http://hotflashes.eventbrite.ca September 30, 2013 Regular Council Minutes Page 5 Doc #472221
REPORTS This item was removed from the agenda. NEXT MEETING October 1, 2013 A Special Regular Meeting of Council will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 1, 2013 in the Council Chamber on 2 nd Floor at City Hall. October 7, 2013 The next Regular Session of Council convenes on Monday, October 7 at 12:00 p.m. and immediately adjourns to closed session in Committee Room 2 on the 2 nd Floor at City Hall; the Committee of the Whole commences at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber on 2 nd Floor at City Hall. The Regular meeting of Council reconvenes at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber on the 2 nd Floor at City Hall. ADJOURNMENT ON MOTION, the meeting was adjourned at 6:33 pm. Certified Correct, WAYNE WRIGHT MAYOR JAN GIBSON ACTING CORPORATE OFFICER September 30, 2013 Regular Council Minutes Page 6 Doc #472221
Seniors Festival 2013 For adults aged 50+ Entertain, Educate & Engage Presented by City of New Westminster s Seniors Advisory Committee
WHY? October 1 st is recognized by the Government of Canada as National Seniors Day and is celebrated all over the country each year. It is an opportunity to celebrate and pay tribute to the seniors who have helped build our country and continue to make valuable contributions to Canadian communities, workplaces and society.
Planning Team The Sub-Committee of New Westminster s Seniors Advisory Committee including representatives from: Century House Association Seniors Planning & Action Network (SPAN) Senior Services Society Individual Representatives from the Community
2013 Seniors Festival Committee Back row: Annette Oakes, Patricia Smith, Mariam Larson, Kelly Friesen Front row: Alana McIntyre, Helen Bodner, Bill Harper, Sarad Renyard, Valerie Garbutt, Ruby Campbell Missing: Sylvester Helmink, Kara-Leigh Bloch, Gabi Szlivka (Practicum Student from Douglas College s Urban Adult Re- Employment Program)
In My Back Yard (IMBY) Information Fair with representatives from not-for-profit services serving seniors. This is a new partnership for this year.
EDUCATE! Dr Wayne Jakeman Brain Health. Avoiding Those Senior Moments Laughter Yoga- Series of Movement & Breathing exercise Seniors Services Society Better at Home Program help seniors live longer & healthier independent lives by offering non-medical services. Housing services Service Canada- How Seniors Can Receive Benefits They Are Entitled To Under 65 years of age- Canada Pension Plan Early Retirement & changes & the forthcoming changes the Old Age Pension. Over 65 years of age? Hear about added benefits & more. Translink-Navigating Translink s online system Facebook-Tips and Tricks for using Facebook
ENGAGE! Celebrity Pickleball Tournament and opportunity for public to try fastest growing racket sport Watercolour Hands-On Workshop lead by Century House Volunteer Artists Stand-Up Comedy Workshop African Dance fitness class Hula Hooping-low impact workout
ENTERTAIN! Century House Singers Ukulele Performer Ralph Shaw Youth Singer Songwriter Tara Stevens Roving Magician Rod Boss
The Event! Location: Century House 11:00-3:00 pm Noon Welcoming Remarks from Mayor Wayne Wright & Dignitaries Emcee: Councillor Bill Harper Parking-Overflow parking at NW Secondary School with shuttle service provided by Seniors Services Society Thank you to the numerous generous donors for draw prizes! Hope to see you there!
OPPORTUNITY TO BE HEARD/ NOTICE OF PROPOSAL TO ISSUE A DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT September 30, 2013-6:00 p.m. Council Chamber, City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 1H9 DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 566 Location: Proposal: Purpose: 88 Tenth Street (shown hatched on the sketch plan) The purpose of this proposed permit is to vary Sign Bylaw regulations for Columbia Square Mall. The property is zoned Central Business Districts (C-4). In general terms, the purpose of the proposed permit is to vary the following sections of Sign Bylaw No. 6625, 2000: Requirement be Varied Permitted/Required Proposed Section 7.2 fascia signs as advertising signs, Subsection (i) not more than one sign shall be permitted for each street frontage of the building, premise or parcel City Contact: One sign per building, premise or parcel One sign for each existing sign band between architectural columns Development Services Department at 604-527-4656. Inspection of Documents: A copy of the proposed Development Variance Permit, supporting staff reports and relevant background documentation may be inspected at the Development Services Department (Planning), City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia, Monday to Friday inclusive (except statutory holidays) between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Friday, September 13, 2013 to Monday, September 30, 2013. Public Participation: At the meeting, the public shall be allowed to make representations to the Council respecting matters contained in the proposed development variance permit. All persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed permit shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard, or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the permit. Written submissions can be submitted to the Corporate Officer up to the close of the Opportunity to be Heard: Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca Fax: 604 527 4594 Hard Copy: Legislative Services Department Corporation of the City of New Westminster 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9 Doc #460360 Page 1
Please be advised that submissions received will be published on the City of New Westminster website, with other associated information. No further submissions can be considered by Council after the conclusion of the Opportunity to be Heard. Jan Gibson, Acting Corporate Officer This meeting will be broadcast over the internet and/or television. Doc #460360 Page 2