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Mar 29,2016 City CPR Advisory
2.1 Approval of Previous Minutes
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED
THAT the minutes be amended to reflect that boat trailer parking is not allowed within the CP Right-of-Way under section 5.6, and by deleting “(Chair LoVecchio abstained from the vote, and did not vote in favour of or against the motion.)” under section 5.3; AND THAT the minutes of the City/CP Rail Community Advisory Panel meeting held Monday, November 30, 2015 be adopted as amended. 3. Unfinished Business
4. New Business
4.1 CP Rail Report to Council
Presentation: Mike LoVecchio Mike LoVecchio gave the committee the presentation that was given to Council in the spring of 2015. Mr. LoVecchio
provided an overview of CP Rail in the community, noting its extensive network, commitment to safety, and proximity guidelines. Information on accident rates, transportation of dangerous goods, training and outreach, Emergency Response equipment, the ASKRAIL app, and regulatory requirements was provided. Mr. LoVecchio responded to questions regarding spill response assistance, American standards and resources, costs for accidents, and recent improvements to the construction tank cars. 4.2 Whistle Cessation – Murray Street Crossing Neal Carley noted that a consultant had been contacted and asked to provide an estimate of the costs to conduct a
whistle cessation study for the crossing at Murray Street. The consultant provided a quote of $15,000-$20,000. It was noted that this amount is not currently budgeted for however, Council could recommend that the study be paid for out of the $75,000 that has already been budgeted for rail crossing studies. A report to Council recommending that an engineering study be undertaken will be submitted as soon as possible. Discussion ensued on the Railway Association of Canada’s Guidelines for New Development in Proximity to Railway Operations and how they might pertain to the City of Port Moody. It was noted that the guidelines were written from the railway’s perspective and that a closer examination would be required to see which guidelines would be applicable and appropriate for us in Port Moody, given the policies that already exist in the City’s Official Community Plan. CPR16/002
Moved, seconded, and CARRIED THAT staff report back with an analysis of the Guidelines for New Development in Proximity to Railway Operations and recommended guidelines for the City, with consideration of the OCP, development guidelines, and Zoning Bylaw. Councillor Glumac left the meeting at this point and did not return
4.3 Sight Line Maintenance/ Vegetation Management at Railway Crossings
Discussion ensued on vegetation maintenance. It was noted that residents had expressed concerns regarding the recent vegetation clearing as it had seemed excessive, appeared to have been in contravention of the Pesticide Bylaw, and had not been communicated to the public in advance. Mr. LoVecchio responded that additional clearing had taken place as a result of the new crossing regulations they are required to adhere to, and that herbicides approved by the Public Health Agency of Canada are used for spraying.
It was noted that herbicide spraying is weather dependent, conducted every spring, and not subject to the City’s Pesticide Bylaw. Residents with concerns or questions were encouraged to contact CP Community Connect. It was agreed that greater communication with the City is required on this issue. Staff will discuss options with the Communications Division on ways to better inform the public in the future. 4.4 PCT Expansion Plans – Update
James Stiver reported that work on the rail spur has been completed. Discussion ensued on concrete rail ties versus creosote ties. Mr. LoVecchio noted that the differences in cost are not considered as much as which tie is better suited for the location, given the ground surface and weight of anticipated train loads. Creosote ties are more forgiving than concrete ties and are better suited for extreme changes in temperature, moisture content, and vibration. Concrete ties work well for light rail; however, they do not stand up well for heavy loads like potash.
5. Information
5.1 New Development in Proximity to Railway Operations Attachment: Guidelines for New Development in Proximity to Railway Operations, dated May 2013 File: 01-0360-20-26-2016
5.2 Roundtable
Bryan Fitzpatrick asked about CP Police setting up radar speed traps along Murray Street. It was noted that CP Police are fully trained police officers who focus on railways and have the authority to issue tickets. They are part of the Integrated Road Safety Unit working in conjunction with Port Moody Police.
Councillor Vagramov left the meeting at this point and did not return.
Discussion ensued on the date for the next meeting. It was agreed that the next meeting would be scheduled for some time in the third week of June.
Jim Atkinson expressed concerns regarding the six great blue heron nests and the noise from the train that runs close by along the Ioco Spur. Great blue herons are sensitive to noise. Mr. LoVecchio agreed that an accommodation could possibly be made and will look into the feasibility of having the use of the whistle suspended over the three crossings during the birds’ nesting period in April
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