Mayor Clay advised that Elias Tyson Venegas might not be someone you know, but after tonight he will be someone you will remember.

Tyson is 7 years old, a Port Moody resident, and more importantly loves to sing! His passion began when he was around 2 years old and he started jazzing up songs like A-B-C and Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star.

Tyson has a definite appreciation for older songs; his favourite singers include the likes of Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Elvis, Michael Bublé and Michael Jackson. It was at a Michael Bublé concert a few years ago that Tyson got inspired to perform on stage. His audience grew from just family members, to social functions, fundraisers and competitions. Tyson won third place at this summer’s ‘Tri-Cities Got Talent’ which took place during Golden Spike Days. He also won the BC Junior Talent Search in May and will be competing at the PNE Star Showdown on August 17.

Tyson’s formal training began last fall when a close family friend started coaching him. She later invited him to sing a few numbers each week at her cozy jazz bistro. These experiences increased Tyson's confidence and his passion for singing soared to new levels. Tyson genuinely believes that sharing his talent makes people happy and this is what drives and inspires him to sing and practice every day.

Mayor Clay then called upon Tyson who presented his renditions of Route 66 by Nat King Cole, and Beyond the Sea by Bobby Darin. Following the performance, Mayor Clay took pleasure in presenting Tyson with a copy of the commemorative book "Tracks in Time".

1.2 Historical Highlight – Centennial 2013

Mayor Clay indicated that for this evening’s Historical Highlight, he was inviting the gallery to participate in a Historical Trivia Game with questions based on information taken from the "Tracks in Time" book. Winner of the ‘contest’ was Dave Kidd who received a copy of the book as his prize.

2. Public Input

Marilyn Moseley, Langley – as Honourary Consul for Barbados in British Columbia, Ms Moseley commented on the anniversary of the birth of Colonel Moody in Barbados in 1813, in recognition of which, she and the High Commissioner to Canada are hosting a Cultural and Adventure Tour to Barbados – November 21 to December 2, 2013. The tour will include visits to the birthplace of Col. Moody, receptions with the Prime Minister and Canadian High Commissioner, and visits with local homeowners. Ms Moseley suggested that if a member of Council could participate, it would further the possibility of establishing a "Sister City" relationship with Bridgetown

Mayor Clay confirmed that information about the tour would be posted on the City’s website for the benefit of the public.

Ann Hulbert, Port Moody – commented on the physical size of the Council Agenda this evening and suggested a more environmentally sensitive approach should be considered. She requested that consideration be given to utilizing some form of art to improve the appearance of the walls around the amphitheatre stage. Reference was made to the wonderful Sunday Concerts in the Park that are obviously enjoyed by many – noting in particular one lady who dances to all of the music every week! Mrs. Hulbert’s last concern was what can be done about the excessive amount of geese droppings that have to be cleaned up (by a volunteer) before every concert at Rocky Point.

Mayor Clay acknowledged the Manager of Operations who advised of some remedial actions being taken, which included vacuuming the grass, sweeping the parking lot and installation of a barrier fence along the water – that seemed to help last year.

George Assaf, Port Moody – expressed appreciation for having the Mossom Creek item on the Agenda and advised that Schoolhouse North is also an area of concern as it is poorly mapped. He suggested that it was important to have baseline information collected as soon as possible – and to that end has received an offer to use the Noons Creek Hatchery’s lab facilities for testing samples; however, there is still a need for a good backpack GPS system so that the area can be walked and good maps created.

Mr. Van Aylstyne confirmed he was representing Port Moody Legion Branch 119 with respect to a fundraising event in early November featuring the Maple Leaf Singers. The group is requesting that, as it is a fundraiser, various theatre fees be waived (that could amount to about $1000). Given the charitable nature of the event and the fact that the group has most of their own equipment and technicians, all they really need is the stage and a dressing room. Mr. Van Aylstyne suggested that the fees were intended to apply to "external" groups and confirmed that the majority of participants were Port Moody residents or business owners and the proceeds would be given to the City for use in promoting the Arts – or perhaps go towards the purchase of a new grand piano.

Councillor Nuttall extended an invitation to Mr. Van Aylstyne to attend the July 24th meeting of the Centennial Committee, which would report back to the September Council meeting.

Councillor Glumac referenced item 5.1 of the July 9th minutes and suggested that the second part of the Committee of the Whole motion endorsed by Council should be clarified.

1) The City has received indication from the owner of the Mill & Timber waterfront site that they will likely seek to redevelop this land under a different use within the lifetime of the Port’s Land Use Plan. Accordingly, the City’s current Official Community Plan update process proposes a redesignation of this site from General Industrial to Oceanfront District which contemplates the development of a mix of residential, commercial, marina, light industrial, institutional and public open spaces with low to mid rise forms not to exceed 28 storeys. The Port’s draft land use designation for this site is "Port Terminal", which is a primary shipping and transportation use. Staff recommends a redesignation of the Port’s waters surrounding this site to align with the expected future land use. The "Port Water" designation which is used adjacent to residential and commercial mixed use elsewhere in the Port’s Plan is recommended. The City is supportive of rezoning to create transit-oriented development at this location given that it is within a 400m walking distance from one of the new Evergreen Line stations. Attachment B provides a sketch of the subject location where the change would be requested, shown as area ‘A’.

2) The public boat launch area at Rocky Point Park should be designated as "Recreation", which is consistent with the existing primary use, whereas the draft currently designates it as "Conservation". "Public recreation areas" is listed as a conditional use under the "Conservation" designation; however, this refers to activities that may be permitted subject to specific regulations and/or on an interim or temporary basis. A "Conservation" designation could prevent any potential future expansion of the boat launch in order to separate uses for the safety and enjoyment of all users. The remainder of the park, however, is compatible with the "Conservation" designation.

Attachment B illustrates the subject area intended for redesignation, shown as area ‘B’.

3) The extent of the Port Terminal designation at the IOCO lands does not correspond with the upland future land use and zoning. The site is primarily designated General Industrial in the OCP and zoned M-1 Industrial in accordance with the GVRD Bylaw No. 511. However, the land adjacent the existing marina is designated Commercial Mixed Use and currently zoned C-2 Marina. Staff is of the opinion that this most eastern portion of the IOCO lands should be redesignated to "Port Water" in recognition of the foreshore use and existing marina. Attachment C shows the subject area labelled as area ’C’.

4) The "Conservation" area at the head of the Inlet could be revised such that the water side extent follows a natural boundary, such as the low water mark or on the recommendation of a qualified environmental professional, DFO or MOE. This portion of the Inlet is not navigable and is a highly sensitive estuarine environment so designation as "Port Water" is not feasible. Staff further recommends supporting expansion of the Conservation designation to areas where significant watercourses, such as Mossom Creek, meet the tide of the Inlet. Alluvial deposits visible on air photos indicate these locations which are significant habitat for fish and wildlife.

The question on the motion, as amended, was then put and CARRIED.

At 9:01 pm Councillor Dilworth rejoined the meeting.