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Oct 12,2010 Regular Council
Committee of the Whole Meeting
Council members raised questions and provided comments on the proposed bylaw which will be submitted for consideration of first reading on October 26, 2010.
Regular Council Meeting
2. Public Input
David Roppel, Aragon Properties, spoke in support of their development proposal for 2718 – 2732 St. Johns Street. He outlined some of the details of the proposal that distinguishes it from the previous development proposal such as a lower density, lower heights on St. Johns Street and Spring Street, more outdoor space and smaller, more affordable units. Referring to the public open house he advised that most comments received expressed support. He also noted that nothing in the sales contract with the city fetters Council’s discretion in terms of consideration or approval of this application.
Wendy Swalwell, Clarke Street, Port Moody, provided an update on the Legion’s redevelopment plans noting that an upcoming membership meeting will seek approval of the membership for the plans. John Graham, Barber Lane, Port Moody, requested answers to the questions he posed at the last Council meeting regarding Planning Department practices whichallow occupation of a home on a lot while a new home is being built on the lot. David Ritcey, St. George Street, expressed concerns regarding the Aragon Properties proposed development on St. Johns Street noting the density increase, the proposed height not being consistent with the OCP and impacts on views as his reasons for opposition to the application. 3.1 Polaris Employment Services
Linda Delparte, Executive Director, POLARIS Employment Services Society provided highlights of the role Lisa Culpo has played to promote employment of their clients. Mayor Trasolini presented a certificate of appreciation to Lisa Culpo in recognition of her services tothe POLARIS Employment Services Society and the City of Port Moody.
10 minute PowerPoint Presentation
The Provincial Reconstruction Team in Kandahar: Canada’s efforts in assisting the people of Afghanistan reconstruction of their governmental and societal services – with Captain Cynthia Larue
Cynthia Larue, Manager, Strategic Initiatives, Pacific Federal Council, spoke of her experiences in Kandahar and returned the City of Port Moody flag she received while on an 8 month deployment in Kandahar where she was the Provincial Reconstruction Team Public Affairs Officer.
10 Minute PowerPoint Presentation by members of the Port Moody Police Board
Budget Material submitted and attached.
Robert Simons, Port Moody Police Board member, acknowledged the attendance with him of other Board members and Chief Constable Parker and other members of the Executive Team. He then presented the 2011 – 2015 Port Moody Police budget. Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT this matter be dealt with this evening;
AND THAT the Police Board budget be received and forwarded to the Finance Committee for consideration.
4.2 Amendment to Building and Plumbing Code Administration Bylaw, No. 2577 “City of Port Moody Building and Plumbing Code Administration Bylaw, 2003, No. 2577, Amendment Bylaw No. 4, 2010, Bylaw No. 2852” a bylaw to provide clarity relative to definitions associated with landscape walls and retaining walls. Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2852 be now adopted.
Forwarded from September 14, 2010 Regular Council meeting
“City of Port Moody Municipal Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw, 1996, No. 2298, Amendment Bylaw No. 2838” a housekeeping bylaw amendment to the City of Port Moody Sign Bylaw No. 2403 Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2838 be now read a first time.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2838 be now read a second time.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2838 be now read a third time.
4.4 2011 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw “City of Port Moody Tax Exemption Bylaw, 2010", No. 2846” a bylaw to provide exemption from taxation for certain land and buildings as per Sections 224 and 227 of the Community Charter. Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2846 be now read a first time.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2846 be now read a second time.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2846 be now read a third time.
Staff was requested to provide a report back on whether the Legion would be eligible for a tax exemption on both land they lease and land they own.
Ms Maria Wood, Bosa Developments, reported on a recent vote and general meeting of the Strata at which approval was given for the applications. Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT the City of Port Moody Sign Bylaw No. 1988, No. 2403 be varied in accordance with Development Variance Permit No. 2010-82:
-To reduce the required front setback as specified in Section 13.4 (j) for the replacement free standing sign located at the intersection of Newport Driveand Ioco Road from 3.5 m (11.5 ft) to 0 m/ft.-To reduce the required sideyard setback as specified in Section 13.4 (j) for the replacement free standing sign located at the intersection of Newport Drive and Ioco Road from 3.5 m (11.5 ft) to 1.4 m (4.6 ft.). -To increase the permitted number of freestanding signs as specified in Section 13.4 permitted on asingle property identified as Strata Plan LMS 2505, Districts Lots 191 and 470, Group 1, NWD from 3 signs to 4 signs. -To reduce the minimum required setback between the proposed free standing sign at the corner of Newport Drive and Ioco Road (Newport Village commercial sign) and an existing secondary free standing sign (Royal Bank free standing sign) from 50m (164 ft) to 3.3m (11 ft.). THAT Development Variance Permit No. 2010-82 be issued subject to the finalization of the legal documentation to the satisfaction of staff; THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary documents required in support of this application; THAT Development Authorization No. 2010-74 be authorized for issuance with respect to a replacement freestanding sign at the intersection of Newport Drive and Ioco Road, as well as, a new freestanding wayfinding sign at the intersection of Guildford Way and Ioco Road, both to be located on private property; AND THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary legal documents required in support of this application. 4.6a 2718 – 2732 St. Johns Street – Land Sale Contract Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT the September 10, 2010 report of the Legislative Services Department be received for information prior to consideration of first reading of the bylaws related to the proposed development of 2718-2732 St. Johns Street.
2718-2732 St. Johns Street“City of Port Moody Official Community Plan 2000, No. 2465, Amendment Bylaw No. 34, 2010, No. 2855 “a bylaw to create a comprehensive development zone at 2718-2732 St. Johns Street.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2855 be now read a first time.
Voting against: Mayor Trasolini, Councillor Elliott
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2855 be now read a second time.
Voting against: Mayor Trasolini, Councillor Elliott
Moved, seconded
THAT Bylaw No. 2855 be referred to a Public Hearing to be held on Tuesday, December 14, 2010, at Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody.
Moved, seconded and DEFEATED
THAT the foregoing motion be amended by deleting the words “December 14, 2010” and inserting the words “October 26, 2010”.
Voting against: Mayor Trasolini, Councillors Clay, Elliott
The question on the motion was then put and CARRIED
Voting against: Councillor Elliott
“City of Port Moody Zoning Bylaw 1988, No. 1890, Amendment Bylaw No. 200, 2010, No. 2856 “a bylaw to facilitate the development of a mixed use commercial and residential development at 2718-2732 St. Johns Street. Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2856 be now read a first time.
Voting against: Mayor Trasolini, Councillor Elliott
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2856 be now read a second time.
Voting against: Mayor Trasolini, Councillor Elliott
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Bylaw No. 2856 be referred to a Public Hearing to be held on Tuesday, December 14, 2010, at Port Moody City Hall, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody.
Voting against: Councillor Elliott
5.1 New Fire Hall #1 – Recommended Siting Option Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Option 3A – Murray Street be selected as the preferred siting for the Fire Hall and that staff be directed to continue undertaking design and related technical analysis based on this option so that a cost estimate can be developed for the new facility.
Voting against: Councillor Rockwell
Moved, seconded
THAT Metro Vancouver include the Murray-Clarke Connector as a priority road connection and Future Major Road Upgrade in the September 2010 Draft Regional Growth Strategy.
THAT Metro Vancouver include Moody Centre as a local centre on Map 11 “Local Centres, Hospitals and Post Secondary Institutions”. THAT Metro Vancouver add the words “through Port Moody” to Section 5.1.2 (a) bullet 1 – Priority 1. THAT Metro Vancouver re-insert the following policy to Section 4.1 “Implement the strategies and actions set out in the Metro Vancouver Affordable Housing Strategy, including increasing the portfolio of units managed by the Metro Vancouver Housing Corporation through exploring opportunities to optimize the use of existing sites, as well as through the management of units acquired through municipal processes.”; AND THAT staff continue to work with Metro Vancouver to ensure that the remaining outstanding proposed changes to the regional land use concept map are reflected in the final Regional Growth Strategy. proposed changes to the regional land use concept map are reflected in the final Regional Growth Strategy.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED THAT the foregoing motion be amended by adding at the beginning thereof, the following: “THAT, while the City of Port Moody does not support the draft Regional Growth Strategy as is, due to a lack oflinkage to a long term transportation plan and funding, Port Moody Council has the following comments:” The question on the motion as amended was put and CARRIED.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT the topic of prioritization of the City’s 32 requirements for the Evergreen Line Project be referred to a Committee of the Whole meeting to be held at the earliest convenience.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT Coquitlam be advised that Council supports the proposal for a Coquitlam Citywide OCP amendment for 3030 Gordon Avenue.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT the Planning and Development Services – Building, Bylaws and Licensing Section report dated September 28, 2010 be received for information and be forwarded to Finance Committee.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT School District No. 43’s Eligible School Sites Proposal dated September 14, 2010 be accepted.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT October, 2010 be proclaimed Wild Salmon Month.
6.5 Proclamation Request – Foster Family Month October, 2010 Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT October, 2010 be proclaimed Foster Family Month.
Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT October 18 – 24, 2010 be proclaimed Waste Reduction Week.
7.2 Approval of Recommendations From Finance Committee Moved, seconded and CARRIED
THAT the following resolutions of the Finance Committee meeting of Tuesday, October 5, 2010 be approved as follows:
Endorsement of the 2011 Financial Plan Timeline and Guidelines THAT the 2011 Financial Plan Timeline and Guidelines be endorsed. Library 2011 5-Year Financial Plan Presentation THAT the 2011-2015 Port Moody Public Library budget be received. 2010 Recast Results THAT the 2010 Recast Report from the Manager of Finance be received for information. THAT transfers to the Assessment Appeal Reserve, Employee Benefit Reserve, Ecomm Reserve, Systems & Technology Reserve, and Sanitation Utility Reserve be completed as per this report. Recycling Collection Carts THAT staff proceed with an order through Schaeffer Canada Ltd. for 100 recycling carts (240 litre) totaling $9,000 utilizing the Sanitation Utility Reserve for funding. 10. Public Input
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