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Minutes ofthe Regular meeting of Council held Monday, May 25, 1998, at 4:05 p.m. in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium

Council Present: Mayor G. Ferguson; Councillors: E. Fast, S. Gibson, M. Gill, G. Peary, M. Warawa, and C. Wiebe

Staff Present: City Manager - H. Cochran; City Clerk - T. Strong; Director of Development Services - R. Danziger; Director of Engineering - E. Regts; Director of Parks and Recreation - K. Yates; and Committee Clerk - T. Harder

Staff Present for a Portion of the Meeting: Manager, Current Development - G. Boyle; Manager, Community Planning - W. Gordon; and Senior Planner - T. Mahler

Media Present: Aldergrove Star, 85 Radio MAX, The News, Rogers Cablesystems, The Times, and Sterling News Services (part)

Public Present: 11

.1 CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Ferguson called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m .

. 2 MINUTES

.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes - May 11, 1998

Moved by Councillor Wiebe, seconded by Councillor Gill, that the minutes of the Regular meeting of Council held May 11, 1998, be adopted.

R347-98 CARRIED.

.2 Public Hearing Minutes - May 11, 1998

Moved by COlmcillor Wiebe, seconded by Councillor Gill, that the minutes of a Public Hearing held May 11, 1998, be received.

R348-98 CARRIED.

000610 Minutes of the Regular meeting of Council held Monday, May 25, 1998, at 4:05 p.m. in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium

3. BUSINESS OUT OF MINUTES

.1 P. and M. Leyen, 2784 Lucern Crescent - Development Variance Permit No. 1142 (3020-201D97-64)

Report No. DEV 98-159 dated May 15, 1998, from the Deputy Approving Officer, recommended issuance of Development Variance Permit No. 1142 for the P. and M. Leyen property at 2784 Lucern Crescent. If approved, Land Use Contract No. 155-1976 would be varied by relaxing the minimum rear and side building setbacks for a proposed house.

The owners, P. and M. Leyen, had agreed to the contents of the permit, and surrounding property owners and occupiers had been notified that they may comment on the proposal.

There were no comments or questions.

Moved by Councillor Warawa, seconded by Councillor Gill that, as recommended in Report No. DEV 98-159 dated May 15, 1998, from the Deputy Approving Officer, Development Variance Permit No. 1142 be approved for issuance for the P. and M. Leyen property at 2784 Lucern Crescent.

R349-98 CARRIED.

.2 Blue Mountain Estates Ltd., 3500 Block McKee Road - Development Permit No. 1141 (3020-201D98-6)

Report No. DEV 98-165 dated May 19, 1998, from the Deputy Approving Officer, recommended issuance of Development Permit No. 1141, for the Blue Mountain Estates Ltd. property at 3500 block McKee Road. If approved, site preparation works would be permitted for a proposed bareland strata residential subdivision. The site is located in the Natural Environment and Hazardous Conditions Permit Area of the Official Community Plan.

Moved by Councillor Wiebe, seconded by Councillor Warawa that, as recommended in Report No. DEV 98-165 dated May 19, 1998, from the Deputy Approving Officer, Development Permit No. 1141 be approved for issuance for the Blue Mountain Estates Ltd. property at 3500 block McKee Road, subject to receiving the $42,500 environmental security and the $2,125 inspection fee.

R350-98 CARRIED.

000G41 Minutes of the Regular meeting of Council held Monday, May 25, 1998, at 4:05 p.m. in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium

4. DELEGATIONS

.1 K. Khan, Ministry of Children and Families - Restorative Youth Justice Committee Proposal

K. Khan, Ministry for Children and Families, submitted a proposal for a Restorative Youth Justice Committee, which would give the community direct involvement in ensuring that low risk offenders face immediate and meaningful consequences outside the traditional court process. The restorative program would ensure that young offenders accept responsibility for their actions, and would help make decisions and choices that can prevent repeat offences. A steering committee would be representative of the community, including membership from various cultural groups, people working with victim-serving and other justice organizations, schools, businesses, religious organizations, recreational services, social services, and offender groups, among many others. Victims would play an important role in the program, to ensure that they are heard and supported.

L. Chapman, Ridge Meadows Youth and Justice Advocacy Association, provided details of the community accountability program established in Maple Ridge, where assessments and referrals to the Committee are made by Crown Counsel and the R.C.M.P. The nature of the alleged offence is explained to the offender, who voluntarily accepts responsibility and accountability for the incident. Parents or legal guardians are apprised of their right to legal counsel and to have the matter heard in the courts, the alleged offender is fully aware of his/her responsibility to comply with any agreement reached through the process, and all agreements are entered into voluntarily with the consent of all parties. Ms. Chapman advised that the success rate in Maple Ridge is approximately 93%, i.e. only 17% commit another offence within one year.

In response to questions from Council, it was noted that the Ministry of Attorney General would provide a one-time grant of $5,000 for adult and youth community accountability program development. Additional municipal funding would be required, as well as funding from the business sector.

Moved by Councillor Wiebe, seconded by Councillor Peary, that the delegation of K. Khan, Ministry of Children and Families, and L. Chapman, Ridge Meadows Youth and Justice Advocacy Association, submitting a proposal for a Restorative Youth Justice Committee, be received.

R351-98 CARRIED.


5. CONSENT AGENDA

5.1 BY-LAWS TO BE ADOPTED

.1 By-lawNo. 608-98, Parks and Recreation Commission By-law, 1998 - Establishes a Parks and Recreation Commission

Moved by Councillor Gill, seconded by Councillor Peary, that By-law No. 608-98, cited as "Parks and Recreation Commission By-law, 1998", now be adopted.

R352-98 CARRIED.

5.2 MINUTES AND CORRESPONDENCE

Moved by Councillor Gibson, seconded by Councillor Gill, that the following minutes and correspondence be received:

.1 Minutes of the Fraser Valley Health Region Board meeting held April 15, 1998;

.2 Minutes of the Fraser Valley Regional Library Funding Formula Task Force Meeting held May 13, 1998;

.3 Minutes of the Abbotsford-Sumas Aquifer Stakeholder Group meeting held February 3, 1998;

.4 Correspondence dated May 14, 1998, from the Ministry of Transportation and Highways, advising that the definition of an "arterial highway" has been clarified, and responding to Mayor Ferguson's letter of April 9, 1998;

.5 Correspondence dated April 30, 1998, from the Ministry of Transportation and Highways, replying to Councillor Warawa' s letter, on behalf of the City and the Traffic Safety Committee, highlighting road improvement projects in Abbotsford;

.6 Correspondence dated May 8, 1998, from the Honours and Awards Secretariat, attaching the names of 1998 Order of British Columbia recipients;


.7 Correspondence dated May 20, 1998, from the Fraser Valley Health Region, inviting Mayor and Council to attend a meeting with Dr. S. Glantz, to learn more about California's Tobacco Control Program;

.8 Correspondence dated May 10, 1998, advising that Seaboard Advertising will now be known as Pattison Outdoor, a Division of Jim Pattison Industries Ltd.;

.9 Correspondence dated April 18, 1998, from the Every Woman's Opportunity Centre and Cooperative, requesting donation of a used computer;

.10 Correspondence dated May 20, 1998, from Wild Ride Promotions Inc., seeking Council's approval to hold a concert at Abbotsford Airport;

.11 Correspondence dated May 8, 1998, from E.D. Witt, 404 - 3170 Gladwin Road, commending Council for prohibiting electronic gaming in Abbotsford;

.12 Correspondence dated April 29, 1998, from A.G. Phillips, Devon, England, concerning mushroom composting in Abbotsford;

.13 News Release dated May 19, 1998, from CanadalBritish Columbia Infrastructure Works, announcing 59 new projects for B.C.;

.14 News Release dated April 30, 1998, from C. Strahl, M.P., advising of a Private Members Notion for debate, which urges the Department of Fisheries and Oceans to "immediatelyretum to the pre-1997 drainage policy in the Lower Mainland, and recognize that ditch cleaning is an essential activity carried out by local and provincial authorities";

.15 News Release dated May 4, 1998, from the Recycling Council of British Columbia, advising that the R.c.B.c. and Alcan have joined forces to promote waste reduction in B.C.;

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Minutes of the Regular meeting of Council held Monday, May 25, 1998, at 4:05 p.m. in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium

.16 Union of British Columbia Municipalities "In The House" dated May 20, 1998, announcing the Province's final arterial highway devolution, and grants under the extended Infrastructure Works Program; and

.17 Development Services Building Report to April 1998.

R353-98 CARRIED.

6. REPORTS (STAFF/COMMITTEES)

.1 Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes - May 19, 1998

Moved by Councillor Warawa, seconded by Councillor Fast, that the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting held May 19, 1998, be approved.

R354-98 CARRIED.

It was announced that the Parks and Recreation Department's Annual Family Picnic will be held at Centennial Park on May 31, 1998, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m .

.2 Abbotsford Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Minutes - April 15, 1998

Moved by Councillor Warawa, seconded by Councillor Fast, that the minutes of the Abbotsford Traffic Safety Advisory Committee meeting held April 15, 1998, be approved.

R355-98 CARRIED.


7. BY-LAWS

.1 By-law No. 573-98, O.C.P. AmendmentNo. 20 - Creates Sumas Way Business Area and Amends Land Use Designations in the Vicinity of Sumas Way and Marshall Road

Moved by Councillor Fast, seconded by Councillor Gill, that By-law No. 573-98, cited as "Official Community Plan, 1996, Amendment By-law No. 20", now be introduced and read a first time.

R356-98 CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Peary, seconded by Councillor Fast, that By-law No. 573-98 is consistent with the City'S most recent capital expenditure program, waste management plan, and economic strategy plan.

R357-98 CARRIED .

.2 By-law No. 623-98, Z.A. No. 125 - Provincial Rental Housing Corporation, 33720 McDougall Avenue; Rezones from RM30 to P4 (R97-167); Development Variance Permit No. 1140 (3020-20/D97-70)

Moved by Councillor Wiebe, seconded by Councillor Peary, that By-law No. 623-98, cited as "Abbotsford Zoning By-law, 1996, AmendmentBy-IawNo. 125", now be read a second and third time.

Although supportive in principle of a community care facility, one member of Council was opposed to the proposed location at McDougall Avenue and Montrose Avenue, which he considered to be a focal lot. He was of the opinion that the design of the building was architecturally inappropriate for the area, and that higher density development should be established. Councillors speaking in support of the proposal stated that the facility is not located in the downtown core, and would be attractive and complementary to the surrounding area.

The motion was then put and

R358-98 CARRIED.

Opposed: Councillor Warawa


Report No. DEV 98-155 dated May 12, 1998, from the Manager, Current Development, recommended issuance of Development Variance Permit No. 1140 for the Provincial Rental Housing Corporation's property at 33720 McDougall Avenue. If approved, lot line setbacks and the requirement of a loading space would be varied to accommodate the construction of a 10-bedroom community care facility.

Moved by Councillor Peary, seconded by Councillor Gibson that, as recommended in Report No. DEV 98-155 dated May 12,1998, from the Manager, Current Development, Development Variance Permit No. 1140 be approved for issuance for the Provincial Rental Housing Corporation property at 33720 McDougall Avenue, subject to: (a) completion of the rezoning which would allow the proposed development; (b) provision of a $19,500 landscaping letter of credit; and (c) payment of a $500 landscaping inspection fee.

R359-98 CARRIED.

Opposed: Councillor Warawa

.3 By-lawNo. 625-98, O.C.P. AmendmentNo. 22 - Replaces Maps 5, 6, 7, and 9 with New Maps Which Reflect the City'S Current Five-year Capital Works Program

Moved by Councillor Peary, seconded by Councillor Wiebe, that By-law No. 625-98, cited as "Official Community Plan By-law, 1996, Amendment By-law No. 22", now be read a second and third time.

R360-98 CARRIED .

.4 By-law No. 627-98, L.U.C. No. 104-1974, Amendment By-law, 1998 - S.S. and K.K. Jatana; 1894 McKenzie Road; Modifies L.U.C. No. 104-1974 to Permit Subdivision Creating One Additional Lot (R97-171)

Moved by Councillor Gill, seconded by Councillor Warawa, that By-law No. 627-98, cited as "Land Use Contract No. 104-1974, Amendment By-law, 1998", now be read a second and third time.

R361-98 CARRIED.


.5 By-law No. 628-98, Z.A. No. 127 - Abbotsford Airport; Rezones Airport Property Not in Agricultural Land Reserve to 17 Zone (R98-31)

Moved by Councillor Gill, seconded by Councillor Wiebe, that By-law No. 628-98, cited as "Abbotsford Zoning By-law, 1996, AmendmentBy-lawNo. 127", now be read a second and third time.

R362-98 CARRIED.

.6 By-law No. 629-98, Z.A. No. 128 - Ry-Co Cedar Products; 378 Marion Road; Text Amendment to the 16 Zone to Permit a Portable Sawmill (R98-33)

Moved by Councillor Wiebe, seconded by Councillor Fast, that By-law No. 629-98, cited as "Abbotsford Zoning By-law, 1996, Amendment By-law No. 128", now be read a second and third time.

R363-98 CARRIED.

.7 By-law No. 630-98, Z.A. No. 129 - 442506 B.C. Ltd., 35676 McKee Road; Rezones from RR2 to RS3 (R93-67)

Moved by Councillor Gill, seconded by Councillor Peary, that By-law No. 630-98, cited as "Abbotsford Zoning By-law, 1996, AmendmentBy-lawNo. 129", now be read a second and third time.

R364-98 CARRIED.

.8 By-law No. 666-98, Z.A. No. 131 - Amends Agricultural Zones to Permit 75% Lot Coverage for Greenhouses (R97-47)

Moved by Councillor Warawa, seconded by Councillor Wiebe, that By-law No. 666-98, cited as "Abbotsford Zoning By-law, 1996, Amendment By-law No. 131", now be introduced and read a first time.

R365-98 CARRIED.


.9 By-law No. 667-98, Clearbrook/Mill Lake Sewer Area Extension By-law No.9, 1998 - Extends Sewer Boundaries to Include Areas on Fraser Highway and Bradner Road

Moved by Councillor Wiebe, seconded by Councillor Gill, that By-law No. 667-98, cited as "ClearbrooklMill Lake Sewer Area Extension By-law No. 9, 1998", now be introduced and read a first, second, and third time.

R366-98 CARRIED.

.10 By-law No. 668-98, Abbotsford Sewer Area Extension By-law No. 1, 1998 - Extends Sewer Boundaries to Include Upper Sumas Elementary School

Moved by Councillor Peary, seconded by Councillor Fast, that By-law No. 668-98, cited as "Abbotsford Sewer Area Extension By-lawNo. 1, 1998", now be introduced and read a first, second, and third time.

R367-98 CARRIED.

.11 By-laws Nos. 669-98 and 670-98, L.U.C. No. 155-1976, Amendment By-laws, 1998 - T. and R. Lamb and R. and H. Mayo, 2798 and 2802 Marble Hill Drive, Respectively; Modify L.U.C. No. 155-1976 to Permit Subdivision to Create an Additional Residential Lot (R97-133)

Moved by Councillor Warawa, seconded by Councillor Fast, that Report No. DEV 98-163 dated May 19, 1998, be received from the Deputy Approving Officer, recommending that Land Use Contract No. 155-1976 be amended to allow subdivision to create one additional lot on the T. and R. Lamb and R. and H. Mayo property at 2798 and 2802 Marble Hill Drive.

R368-98 CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Warawa, seconded by Councillor Fast, that By-law No. 669-98, cited as "Land Use Contract No. 155-1976, Amendment By-law, 1998", now be introduced and read a first time.

R369-98 CARRIED.

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Minutes ofthe Regular meeting of Council held Monday, May 25, 1998, at 4:05 p.m. in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium

Moved by Councillor Warawa, seconded by Councillor Wiebe, that By-law No. 670-98, cited as "Land Use Contract No. 155-1976, Amendment By-law, 1998", now be introduced and read a first time.

R370-98 CARRIED .

. 12 By-law No. 671-98, Holding Tank By-law, 1998 - Replaces By-law No. 3782, and Amends Section 8 of Schedule A to Allow Discharge into Other Sewer Treatment Plants

Moved by Councillor Wiebe, seconded by Councillor Gill, that By-law No. 671-98, cited as "Holding Tank By-law, 1998", now be introduced and read a first, second, and third time.

R371-98 CARRIED.

8. NEW BUSINESS

.1 Salish Disposal- East Abbotsford Garbage Collection - Contract 96-20 - Extension (5360-02)

Moved by Councillor Warawa, seconded by Councillor Fast that, as recommended in Report No. ENG 98-40 dated May 12, 1998, from the Manager, Utilities, the City extend its garbage collection Contract No. 96-20 with Salish Disposal Inc. for one year, with the option to extend it for another year afterwards.

R372-98 CARRIED .

.2 Canadian Scottish Regimental Association - Abbotsford Reunion Parade June 7, 1998

Moved by Councillor Gill, seconded by Councillor Wiebe that, as requested by the Canadian Scottish Regimental Association, permission be granted to conduct the Abbotsford Reunion Parade on June 7, 1998, along the route outlined, subject to submission of insurance documents naming the City of Abbotsford as an additional insured.

R373-98 CARRIED.


9. ADJOURNMENT

Moved by Councillor Wiebe, seconded by Councillor Gill, that the Regular meeting of Council be adjourned. (5:35 p.m.)

CARRIED.

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