CITY OF REVELSTOKE

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING HELD IN THE
COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2003
COMMENCING AT 3:30 P.M.



PRESENT: Council: Mayor M. McKee
Councillors: P. Frew, C. Johnston, B. MacFarlane, T. O’Hagan, N. Richardson, M. Singh

Staff: D.H DeGagne, Chief Administrative Officer/Director of Corporate Administration
G. Inglis, Director of Finance
E. Greenwood, Administration Secretary
B. Yeomans, Superintendent of Public Works
T. Knight, City Planner
A. Mason, Director of Community Economic Development

Others: S. Filipchuk, Revelstoke Cable TV
G. Chamberlain, Revelstoke Times Review
J. Healey*, Revelstoke Community Foundation
D. Robinson*, Revelstoke Community Foundation
A. Rohde*, Revelstoke Community Foundation

* Present for Portion of Meeting Only


CALL TO ORDER:

Mayor McKee called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and welcomed everyone in attendance.


ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA:

Moved by Councillor Richardson, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that the Agenda be adopted with the following additions: CORRESPONDENCE: 6.f) City of Coquitlam Re: Beverage Alcohol Policy Changes; 6.g) City of Port Moody Re: Resolution – Threat of War in Iraq; COMMITTEE REPORT – Councillor Frew, Chair Public Works and Protection: 7.b) Okanagan Regional Library Board Update.
CARRIED


ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES:

1. Regular Council Meeting – February 10, 2003

Page 3, Planned Parenthood – Request for Letter of Support

Councillor MacFarlane requested that his opposition to the motion be recorded.

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor O’Hagan that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held February 10, 2003 be adopted as amended.
CARRIED

2. Minutes of the Public Hearing – February 10, 2003

Moved by Councillor Richardson, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that the Minutes of the Public Hearing held February 10, 2003 be received by Council.
CARRIED


DELEGATION(S)

1. Jon Healey, Revelstoke Community Foundation

Mr. Healey introduced Ashley Rohde, Chair of the Youth Committee and Debby Robinson, Director of the Foundation.

Mr. Healey informed Council of the difference between a Foundation and other Charities. A Foundation invests contributions and distributes grants from the income generated. The principal funds are kept in perpetuity. Most charities however, are required by law to disperse their funds in the year that contributions are received. Mr. Healey advised that the Revelstoke Community Foundation has been in existence for 3 years and the endowment fund is up to almost $600,000. Last year the Foundation gave out grants totaling $23,000 for projects in the community.

Mr. Healey reported that the Foundation has taken over managing a number of scholarships in the community totaling approximately $100,000. The Credit Union has also put $50,000 into a special fund for grants for youth projects. Another initiative is a Youth and Philanthropy Program. Mr. Healey then asked Miss Rohde to update Council.

Miss Rohde informed Council that the Youth Branch of Community Foundation started up about 1½ years ago and that they call themselves “YPLAY” Young Philanthropists Linking all Youth. To date they have built up over $10,000 in endowment funds and hope to be issuing grants late spring and early summer. The group is also currently working on a needs assessment for youth in Revelstoke.

In closing Mr. Healey thanked the City for being a sponsor of the Revelstoke Community Foundation.

Mayor McKee thanked Mr. Healey, Ms. Robinson and Miss Rohde for attending the Council Meeting, they then retired from Council Chambers at 3:45 p.m.


BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES:

1. Regular Council Meeting – February 10, 2003

i. Planned Parenthood – Tabled Motion

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Richardson that the motion tabled at the Council Meeting held February 10, 2003 be lifted from the table:
CARRIED
Motion Lifted from the Table:

Moved by Councillor Richardson, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that Council write a letter of support for the Planned Parenthood Program to assist them in their fund raising efforts.
CARRIED
Opposed: Councillor O’Hagan


CORRESPONDENCE:

1. Mt. Begbie Elementary School Re: School Grounds Revitalization Project

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Johnston that the request for funding assistance in the amount of $25,000 be referred to the Parks and Recreation Committee for review and that a letter be sent to Mt. Begbie Elementary School updating them on the process and requesting information on where matching funds would be available from.
CARRIED

Councillor Singh requested that Staff also ask for a clearer plan showing their proposal.

2. Ministry of Sustainable Resource Management Re: Proposed Working Forest Initiative

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor O’Hagan that the Proposed Working Forest Initiative be referred to the Economic Development Committee for review.
CARRIED

3. BC Hydro Re: Resource Smart Project planned for the Revelstoke Generating Station and Dam

4. 2004 Revelstoke Homecoming Committee Re: Grant-in-aid Request

Moved by Councillor Singh, seconded by Councillor Richardson that Council approve postage costs, spread over 2 budget years, up to a maximum of $4,000 with funds provided from Council Contingency.
CARRIED

5. Save our Services Committee Re: Grant-in-aid Request

Moved by Councillor Singh, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that the City donate the cost of the hall rental at the Community Centre to assist with costs in bringing speaker Seth Klein, from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives to Revelstoke and that the funds be provided from Council Contingency.

Discussion took place on the motion

Moved by Councillor O’Hagan, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that the Motion be Withdrawn and referred to the Administration, Policy, Bylaw Committee for review.
CARRIED

6. City of Coquitlam Re: Beverage Alcohol Policy Changes

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Johnston that the City of Revelstoke urge the provincial government to put a moratorium on its proposed changes to liquor regulations, sales and distribution; that the City of Revelstoke ask the provincial government to provide a formal vehicle for public discussion and community input into these issues; and that the City of Revelstoke initiate a public process to gain input on this issue.
CARRIED

7. City of Port Moody Re: Resolution – Threat of War in Iraq

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Richardson as follows:

WHEREAS the threat of war in the current international situation is a concern for all Canadians;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Revelstoke urge the Government of Canada to make all possible efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution to this situation;

And that the City of Revelstoke urge the Government of Canada to join with other states in military sanctions against Iraq under the auspices of the United Nations and according to United Nations resolutions.
CARRIED


COMMITTEE REPORTS:


COUNCILLOR FREW, Chair Environmental – Public Works

1. Minutes of a Public Works Committee Meeting – February 13, 2003

i. Snow Removal – Walkways and Trails

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor Singh that warning signs be installed immediately on both sides of the Trans Canada Highway bridge walkway advising of the danger of falling debris from above; and that Public Works staff prepare a design and cost proposal for a structure on both sides of the walkway, including improved street lighting for the area, for future budget discussion.
CARRIED

ii. Budget Request – Golf Course Electrical

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor Johnston that Council grants early budget approval for the Golf Clubhouse Electrical Service in the amount of $15,000.00.
CARRIED

iii. Railway Museum Crossing Safety Concerns

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor Johnston that Council approve a right turnout lane be constructed prior to the heavy tourist season.
CARRIED

iv. Paving Request – Williamson Lake Campground

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor Singh that the paving of Williamson Lake Campground be deferred until such time as millings become available. At that time the work would be completed out of the current years paving budget.
CARRIED

v. Handicap Parking Request

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor O’Hagan that Council designate a 15 minute parking zone in the front of the Credit Union from the alley to Connaught Avenue and that a letter be forwarded requesting the Credit Union consider designating a “Handicap” parking stall within their parking lot.
CARRIED
Opposed: Councillors MacFarlane and Singh

vi. Sidewalk Construction Program

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor Johnston that cost estimates be prepared and a priority project list be developed for 2004 budget discussions.
CARRIED

vii. Proposed Cemetery Bylaw

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that an information pamphlet be prepared outlining costs and general rules for the Mountainview Cemetery once the new Bylaw is approved; that the proposed Cemetery Fees and Charges be referred to the Finance Committee for review; and that once the Finance Committee has completed its review, the proposed Cemetery Bylaw be forwarded to Council for First, Second and Third Readings.
CARRIED

2. Okanagan Regional Library Board Update


COUNCILLOR JOHNSTON, Chair Planning and Land Development

1. Minutes of a Planning Committee Meeting – February 17, 2003

i. 427 Victoria Road East – Signage

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Singh that the owner provide a sign acceptable to the City no later than April 15, 2003.
CARRIED

ii. Three Valley Lake Chateau Ltd. – DVP–2003-02

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Singh that Staff be authorized to draft Development Variance Permit DVP-2003-02 and the public be notified pursuant to Section 922 (4) of the Local Government Act; and that Staff notify the property owner in respect to the City’s regulations in regards to the number of signs permitted.
CARRIED

iii. 700 Notice – 1968 Camozzi Road

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Singh that Staff be authorized to proceed with filing a Notice against Title pursuant to Section 700 of the Local Government Act; and that Council issue a Notice of Hearing to the owner advising that a Hearing will be held at 3:00 p.m. on March 10, 2003.
CARRIED

iv. 700 Notice - #19 – 1204 Maplewood Street

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Frew that Staff be authorized to proceed with filing a Notice against Title pursuant to Section 700 of the Local Government Act; and that Council issue a Notice of Hearing to the owner advising that a Hearing will be held at 3:00 p.m. on March 10, 2003.
CARRIED

2. Minutes of a Revelstoke Community Enhancement Committee Meeting – February 14, 2003

i. Enhancement Vision

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that signage be placed at the best possible location in the vicinity of A & W and McDonalds which would indicate downtown as an alternative route to Calgary.
CARRIED

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that City Council move forward with a Sign Bylaw stating that all signage conform to City criteria and that Bob Inwood be requested to provide recommendations on signs and types.

Discussion took place on the motion.

Moved by Councillor Singh, seconded by Councillor O’Hagan that the previous motion be withdrawn and that the issue of signage criteria be referred to the Planning Committee for further review.
CARRIED

ii. Restaurant Patio Extensions

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Frew that the City set standards for sidewalk design for restaurant extensions.
CARRIED

iii. Victoria Road Signage

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Richardson that City Council approve amendments to the Victoria Road Signage Policy as follows:

 One business can have two panels on each sign on the understanding that if another business wishes to buy a panel, the business with two would have to give one up.
 Change the signs to three panels from five.
CARRIED


COUNCILLOR MACFARLANE, Chair Economic Development

1. Minutes of an Economic Development Committee Meeting – February 17, 2003

2. Minutes of a Revelstoke Community Enhancement Committee Meeting – February 14, 2003


COUNCILLOR O’HAGAN, Chair Finance

1. Minutes of a Finance Committee Meeting – February 6, 2003

i. Revelstoke Highway Rescue Society – Grant in Aid Request

Moved by Councillor O’Hagan, seconded by Councillor Richardson that funding in the amount of $1,196.80 be granted to the Revelstoke Highway Rescue Society to cover fuel costs for the rescue truck for the year 2003.
CARRIED

ii. UBCM Police Costs

Moved by Councillor O’Hagan, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that a letter be sent to the Premier and the Minister of Finance supporting the UBCM’s request towards a fair and open process in which local governments are provided with the information needed to fully discuss and participate in the decision on changes to the police costing formula.
CARRIED

2. Minutes of a Transit Committee Meeting – February 12, 2003


COUNCILLOR RICHARDSON, Chair Environment and Social Issues

1. Minutes of a Revelstoke Housing Committee Meeting – January 8, 2003

2. Advocacy Meeting

Councillor Richardson advised Council that she is trying to set up a meeting with Wendy McMahon, MLA, local service providers and representatives of Ministry of Human Resources to discuss the effects on residents since the local office closure.


COUNCILLOR SINGH, Chair Parks and Recreation

1. Minutes of a Revelstoke Homecoming Committee Meeting – January 15, 2003

2. Minutes of a Tourism Development Committee Meeting – February 11, 2003 and Tourism Development Coordinator Report


MAYOR MCKEE, Chair Administration, Policy, Bylaws and Public Relations

1. Okanagan Mainline Municipal Association - Notice

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Johnston that the City of Revelstoke apply to host the 2004 OMMA Convention.
CARRIED


OLD BUSINESS:

1. Resolution – Hydro Dam Taxation


NEW BUSINESS:

Nil.


RESOLVE INTO IN CAMERA:

Moved by Councillor Richardson, seconded by Councillor Johnston that Council resolve into In Camera at 5:40 p.m. to consider items of business pursuant to Section 242.2 of the Local Government Act.
CARRIED


BUSINESS ITEMS TO REPORT:

1. Awards for Bravery – Golden, BC Residents

Council supported the Town of Golden nominating Abby Watkins and Rick Marshall for federal Decorations of Bravery for their role in rescuing a number of Alberta students from the avalanche in Rogers Pass.

2. OMMA Steering Committee – Coquihalla Highway Toll Issue

That the City send a letter to Wendy McMahon, MLA, Columbia River – Revelstoke, opposing the provincial government’s stated goal of selling/franchising the Coquihalla Highway; and that a copy of the letter be sent to Premier Gordon Campbell, the Honourable Judith Reid, Minister of Transportation and all other MLA’s in the OMMA area.

2. OMMA Resolution Submissions

That Staff draft resolutions on Trans Canada Highway upgrading and avalanche safety that will be put forward for consideration during the OMMA convention.


ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION(S):

Moved by Councillor O’Hagan, seconded by Councillor Frew that the resolution(s) as approved by Council In Camera, be adopted.
CARRIED


ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Councillor Richardson, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that the meeting adjourn at 7:05 p.m.
CARRIED



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