h:\pubhear\minutes\2007\06257rcph.min.doc Page 1 M 07/20//10 03:41 PM City of Surrey Regular Council - Public Hearing Minutes Council Chamber City Hall 14245 - 56 Avenue Surrey, B.C. MONDAY, JUNE 25, 2007 Time: 7:00 p.m. Present: Chairperson - Mayor Watts Councillor Villeneuve Councillor Steele Councillor Gill Councillor Martin Councillor Hepner Councillor Bose Councillor Hunt Councillor Higginbotham Absent: Councillors Entering Meeting as Indicated: Staff Present: City Manager City Clerk Acting General Manager, Planning & Development General Manager, Engineering General Manager, Finance and Technology General Manager, Parks, Recreation and Culture General Manager, Human Resources Manager, Area Planning & Development, North Division Manager, Area Planning & Development, South Division Land Development Engineer A. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 1. Special (Regular) Council - June 11, 2007 It was Moved by Councillor Hunt Seconded by Councillor Steele That the minutes of the Special (Regular) Council meeting held on June 11, 2007, be adopted. RES.R07-2061 Carried 2. Council-in-Committee - June 11, 2007 (a) It was Moved by Councillor Hunt Seconded by Councillor Steele That the minutes of the Council-in-Committee meeting held on June 11, 2007, be received. RES.R07-2062 Carried (b) The recommendations of these minutes were considered and dealt with as follows:
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City of Surrey
Regular Council - Public Hearing
Minutes
Council Chamber
City Hall
14245 - 56 Avenue
Surrey, B.C.
MONDAY, JUNE 25, 2007
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Present:
Chairperson - Mayor Watts
Councillor Villeneuve
Councillor Steele
Councillor Gill
Councillor Martin
Councillor Hepner
Councillor Bose
Councillor Hunt
Councillor Higginbotham
Absent:
Councillors Entering
Meeting as Indicated:
Staff Present:
City Manager
City Clerk
Acting General Manager, Planning &
Development
General Manager, Engineering
General Manager, Finance and
Technology
General Manager, Parks, Recreation
and Culture
General Manager, Human Resources
Manager, Area Planning &
Development, North Division
Manager, Area Planning &
Development, South Division
Land Development Engineer
A. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Special (Regular) Council - June 11, 2007
It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That the minutes of the Special (Regular)
Council meeting held on June 11, 2007, be adopted.
RES.R07-2061 Carried
2. Council-in-Committee - June 11, 2007
(a) It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That the minutes of the
Council-in-Committee meeting held on June 11, 2007, be received.
RES.R07-2062 Carried
(b) The recommendations of these minutes were considered and dealt with as
follows:
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Item No. C014 Sunnyside Park Master Plan
File: 6140-20/S
It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That Council:
1. Receive this report as information.
2. Approve the Sunnyside Park Master Plan, as attached in Appendix
1 of this report.
RES.R07-2063 Carried
3. Regular Council - Land Use - June 11, 2007
It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That the minutes of the Regular Council –
Land Use meeting held on June 11, 2007, be adopted.
RES.R07-2064 Carried
4. Regular Council - Public Hearing - June 11, 2007
It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That the minutes of the Regular Council -
Public Hearing meeting held on June 11, 2007, be adopted.
RES.R07-2065 Carried
It was Moved by Mayor Watts
Seconded by Councillor Villeneuve
That the agenda be varied to bring forward
Corporate Report R154 to be dealt with next on the agenda.
RES.R07-2066 Carried
Item No. R154 Proposed Fire Service By-law Amendments
(By-law No. 10771)
File: 3900-20
The Fire Chief submitted a report concerning the proposed Fire Service By-law
Amendments (By-law No. 10771)
The Fire Chief was recommending approval of the recommendations outlined in
his report.
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It was Moved by Councillor Villeneuve
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That Council:
1. Receive this report as information;
2. Direct staff to bring forward the necessary readings amendments to Surrey
Fire Services By-law No. 10771 as documented in Appendix I to this
report.
RES.R07-2067 Carried
Note: See By-law No. 16418 under Item H.6.
The regular agenda resumed.
B. DELEGATION - PRESENTATION
1. 2006 Annual Municipal Report
File: 0530-01
The Mayor to call for anyone wishing to comment on or ask questions concerning
the 2006 Annual Municipal Report.
There was no one present to speak to the 2006 Annual Municipal Report.
Note: See Corporate Report R151.
B. DELEGATIONS - PUBLIC HEARING
1. Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000,
Amendment By-law, 2007, No. 16411
Application: 7905-0011-00
CIVIC ADDRESS: 9059 King George Hwy (also shown as 9061 King George
Hwy), 9085 King George Hwy and a Portion of the lane.
APPLICANT: Outside Investments Ltd. and Jagdish S. and
Harwinder K. Gill
c/o Ankenman & Associates
12321 Beecher Street
Surrey, B.C. V4A 3A7
PROPOSAL: To rezone the property at 9059 King George Highway (also
shown as 9061 King George Highway) from "Local
Commercial Zone (C-4)", the property at 9085 King
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George Highway from "Service Station Zone (CG-2)" and
portion of lane from "Local Commercial Zone (C-4)" and
"Service Station Zone (CG-2)" to "Neighbourhood
Commercial Zone (C-5)".
DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT
To vary "Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000", as
amended, Part 5, Section B.1 and Part 35, Section F, as
follows:
(a) To reduce the minimum length of parking stalls
from 5.5 metres (18 ft.) to 4.9 metres (16 ft.);
(b) To reduce the east flanking side yard setback from
7.5 metres (25 ft.) to 6.9 metres (22.7 ft.);
(c) To reduce the west side yard setback from
7.5 metres (25 ft.) to 3.0 metres (9.8 ft);
(d) To reduce the minimum rear yard setback from
7.5 metres (25 ft.) to 3.0 metres (9.8 ft.).
The purpose of the rezoning and development variance
permit is to permit redevelopment of the site into a two-
storey neighbourhood commercial complex.
The Notice of the Public Hearing was read by the City Clerk. The location of the
property was indicated to the Public Hearing.
There was correspondence on table from T. Lawrence and M. Lawrence opposing
the proposed rezoning.
There was no one present to speak to this by-law.
2. Surrey Official Community Plan By-law, 1996, No. 12900,
No. 184 Amendment By-law, 2007, No. 16408
Surrey Land Use Contract No. 539 Authorization By-law, 1978, No. 5725,
Discharge By-law, 2007, No. 16409
Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000,
Amendment By-law, 2007, No. 16410
Application: 7906-0454-00
CIVIC ADDRESS: 15285, 15291 and 15321 – 16 Avenue
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APPLICANT: 0714500 B.C. Ltd. and Abby Lane Retirement Residence
Inc.
c/o MHPM Project Managers Inc. ( Shelley Litke)
Unit 310 - 2609 Granville Street
Vancouver, B.C. V6H 3H3
PROPOSAL: By-law 16408
To authorize the redesignation of the properties from
Multiple Residential (RM) to Town Centre (TC).
By-law 16409
To discharge Land Use Contract No. 539 from the property
at 15321 – 16 Avenue to allow the underlying C-8 Zone to
come into effect.
By-law 16410
To rezone the properties at 15285 and 15291 – 16 Avenue
from "Single Family Residential Zone (RF)" to
"Comprehensive Development Zone (CD)" and the
property at 15321 – 16 Avenue from "Community
Commercial Zone (C-8)" to "Comprehensive Development
Zone (CD)".
The purpose of the redesignation, land use contract
discharge and rezoning is to permit the development of an
eight-storey mixed-use complex, comprising of a seniors
retirement and independent living facility, office space
limited to medical offices and limited retail space with a
total floor area of 22,220 square metres (239,182 sq.ft.)
The Notice of the Public Hearing was read by the City Clerk. The location of the
property was indicated to the Public Hearing.
There was correspondence on table from Terasen Gas stating they had no
objection to the proposed rezoning. There was correspondence on table from
E. Neal, D. & L. Johnson, H. & J. Promm, T. Peel, W. Wright, O Moldovan, and
D. Cann in opposition and N. & P. Smith, D. Cox and S. Kim expressing concerns
with the proposed rezoning.
The Mayor noted that K. Peacock had indicated his opposition and S. Kim had
stated his concerns in writing.
John Cooper, 104 – 15350 – 16A Avenue, was in attendance and commented that
the building will impose on the light coming into his adjacent residence.
Mr. Cooper requested that the project only be 4 stories in keeping with the
surrounding area.
David Cann, 1826 Southmere Crescent was in attendance and commented that he
is the President of the Semiahmoo Ratepayers Association and spoke in
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opposition to the development, expressing concern that the public is lacking data
of the road and traffic report. He went on to comment that we need to protect our
environment from high density. He further noted that the structure is monolithic
and not suitable for the town centre. He added his concerns for traffic congestion,
the impact of the other developments in the area, and discussed developing the
town centre on a piecemeal basis.
R. MacFadden Cann, of 1826 Southmere Crescent was in attendance and
commented that her concerns are for the impact that the development will have on
the pedestrian walkways, the village type atmosphere, the neighbourhood water
issues, the fire services (ladders not reaching high enough) and the increased
traffic in the area.
Yvonne McLeod, of 842 Stevens St., White Rock, was in attendance and stated
that she welcomes the facility, so that they service our clients in the area. This
project gives us the opportunity to expand our current our space as we need more
physicians. She commented that there is an issue with chronic disease in our
province and we want to have more nurse involvement. Ms. McLeod then stated
that as a clinic manager she wholly welcomes it, and it will be a benefit to the
facility as we will provide care within the building.
Ellen Neil, 1937 – 156 Street, was in attendance and commented that she supports
the project but does not want to see it over four storeys.
Doug McPhail, 14760 Goggs Avenue was in attendance and commented that the
facility will be the ultimate in senior facilities.
Barb Paton, 3417 – 148 Street was in attendance and pointed out that Council
approved 21 Neighbourhood Concept Plan Amendments this afternoon, and
expressed concern with continually amending NCPs. Ms. Paton commented that
residents put a lot of time into NCPs and suggested that the City develop plans
with stability. Ms. Paton went on to express concern with the removal of trees on
the site. She added that some of the units were not included in the housing
agreement.
Sebastian Butler, Architect, representing Prime Time Living, was in attendance
and commented that there is 7.5 m setback on all four sides of the property to
preserve as many trees as possible. He then advised that dining services and
activities are provided for the seniors, and this is purchased as a service package
in addition to the rental fee.
He also discussed the shadow concerns and reviewed the traffic pattern for the
project. He further pointed out that there are no care units in the project.
Graham Fielding, representing the applicant, advised that a 2 bedroom suite
would rent for $2,000 up to $4,500. He also pointed out that cars will enter, on 16
Avenue and exit on 16 A Avenue. The overall medical space is over 18,000
square feet and will be in the first phase of the development.
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C. COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Police Committee - June 11, 2007
(a) It was Moved by Councillor Steele
Seconded by Councillor Hunt
That the minutes of the Police Committee
meeting held on June 11, 2007, be received.
RES.R07-2068 Carried
(b) The recommendations of these minutes were considered and dealt with as
follows:
Superintendent Howard Eaton
It was Moved by Councillor Steele
Seconded by Councillor Hunt
That Council approve a one time grant of
$1,000 from the council initiative fund to the Spurs Program to assist with
providing uniforms to those that participate in the program.
RES.R07-2069 Carried
2. Finance Committee - June 11, 2007
(a) It was Moved by Councillor Gill
Seconded by Councillor Hunt
That the minutes of the Finance Committee
meeting held on June 11, 2007, be received.
RES.R07-2070 Carried
(b) The recommendations of these minutes were considered and dealt with as
follows:
Item No. F014 Joint Family Court Committee
File: 1850-20
It was Moved by Councillor Gill
Seconded by Councillor Hunt
That Council:
1. Approve a contribution of $3,250 from the Council Initiative Fund
to the Joint Family Court Committee, in support of the 2007
initiatives outlined in their 2006 Annual Report, and
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2. Request that the Joint Family Court Committee continue to provide
Council with an annual report outlining their accomplishments and
future initiatives.
RES.R07-2071 Carried
3. Parks & Community Services Committee - June 20, 2007
The recommendation of these minutes was considered and dealt with as follows:
Guildford Synthetic Turf Field - Site Feasibility Analysis
It was Moved by Councillor Martin
Seconded by Councillor Hunt
That Council support the Hjorth Road Park
for the location of the Guildford area artificial turf field and that Council consider
the funding of a second artificial turf field at this location in the 2008 capital
budget.
RES.R07-2072 Carried
D. BOARD/COMMISSION REPORTS
E. MAYOR’S REPORT
1. Proclamations
(a) SURREY GAY PRIDE WEEKEND
July 6 - 8, 2007
WHEREAS OIS and the OIS Rainbow Cultural Society has been committed to
fundraising for local HIV/Aids related issues over the past 9 years;
and
WHEREAS OIS and the OIS Rainbow Cultural Society has been enhancing
those that celebrate alternate lifestyles; and
WHEREAS OIS and the OIS Rainbow Cultural Society and its volunteers have
provided education, support and a safe environment for people of
alternative lifestyles, and encompass all lifestyles in a celebration
of life;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Dianne L. Watts, do hereby
declare July 6 to 8, 2007 as "SURREY GAY PRIDE WEEKEND" in
the City of Surrey.
Dianne L. Watts
Mayor
2. Cultural Awareness Awards
The Mayor announced the City as the winner of the Cultural Capital of Canada
award of 2 Million dollars, she further advised of the initiatives that are underway
in the City. The Mayor requested that a coordination committee be developed,
the coordination committee would have Council representation from the 2010
Olympics Committee, the Parks Advisory Committee, the Public Art Advisory
Committee and the Multicultural Advisory Committee in conjunction with the
General Manager of Parks, Recreation and Culture. The Mayor added that
Councillors Villeneuve, Martin, and Hepner would sit on the Committee.
F. COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
G. CORPORATE REPORTS
1. The Corporate Reports, under date of June 25, 2007, were considered and dealt
with as follows:
Item No. R133 Road Closure at 59 Avenue and 151 Street
File: 7805-0378; 0910-30
The General Manager, Engineering submitted a report concerning a road closure
at 59 Avenue and 151 Street.
The General Manager, Engineering was recommending approval of the
recommendations outlined in his report.
It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That Council authorize the sale of two
portions of a cul-de-sac located at 59 Avenue and 151 Street containing
±5,294 ft.² (±492 m²) under the previously approved terms for this closure, as
outlined in the attached Corporate Report No. R078.
RES.R07-2073 Carried
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Item No. R134 Road Closure at 60 Avenue and 162 Street
File: 7806-0273; 0910-30
The General Manager, Engineering submitted a report concerning a road closure
at 60 Avenue and 162 Street.
The General Manager, Engineering was recommending approval of the
recommendations outlined in his report.
It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That Council authorize the sale of a
±1,394 ft.² (±129.5 m²) portion of 59 Avenue and a ±1,647 ft.² (±153.0 m²)
portion of 60 Avenue between 162 Street and 163A Street under the previously
approved terms for this closure, as outlined in the attached Corporate Report
No. R094.
RES.R07-2074 Carried
Item No. R135 Road Closure at Scott Road & Grace Road
File: 7805-0143 (2); 0910-30
The General Manager, Engineering submitted a report concerning a road closure
at Scott Road and Grace Road.
The General Manager, Engineering was recommending approval of the
recommendations outlined in his report.
It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That Council authorize the sale of two
portions of 120 Street at Grace Road containing ±18,771 ft.² (±1,743.8 m²) and a
±49,405 ft.² (±4,590 m²) portion of Grace Road at 120 Street under the previously
approved terms for this closure, as outlined in the attached Corporate Report
No. R055.
RES.R07-2075 Carried
Item No. R136 Land Acquisition for Drainage Purposes: 5729 - 174 Street
File: 4805-307; D-2
The General Manager, Engineering submitted a report concerning the acquisition
of land for drainage purposes at 5729 - 174 Street.
The General Manager, Engineering was recommending approval of the
recommendations outlined in his report.
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It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That Council authorize the acquisition of
PID No. 000-877-271 (5729 - 174 Street) for drainage purposes in the amount of
$450,000.
RES.R07-2076 Carried
Item No. R137 Land Acquisition for Drainage Purposes: 5741 - 174 Street
File: 4807-307; D-1
The General Manager, Engineering submitted a report concerning land acquisition
for drainage purposes at 5741 - 174 Street.
The General Manager, Engineering was recommending approval of the
recommendations outlined in his report.
It was Moved by Councillor Hunt
Seconded by Councillor Steele
That Council authorize the acquisition of
PID No. 009-978-569 (5741 - 174 Street) for drainage purposes, in the amount of
$415,000, plus demolition at $35,000.
RES.R07-2077 Carried
Item No. R138 Contract Award - MS 1206-052-11:
PW Trenchless Construction Inc.
File: 1206-052/11; 5250-20-12
The General Manager, Engineering submitted a report concerning the award of
Contract MS 1206-052-11. Tenders were received as follows: