CITY OF REVELSTOKE

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING HELD IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2006,
COMMENCING AT 3:30 P.M.
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PRESENT:
Council: Mayor M. McKee
Councillors: P. Frew, R. Gibbs, C. Johnston, B. MacFarlane, N. Richardson, M. Singh

Staff:
L.R. McPhee, Chief Administrative Officer/Director of Corporate Administration
G. Inglis, Director of Finance
E. Greenwood, Administration Secretary
T. LeRose, Deputy Director of Corporate Administration
B. Yeomans, Director of Engineering and Public Works
D. Komonoski, Operations Manager
W. Rota, Fire Chief
A. Mason, Director of Community Economic Development
A. Chell*, Director of Parks, Recreation and Personnel
L. Donato, Planning Assistant
S/Sgt. J.M. Olsen, NCO i/c Revelstoke RCMP Detachment

Others:
R. Keates, Revelstoke Cable TV
D. Rooney, Revelstoke Times Review
Cpl. C. Joseph*
T. Tischik*
L. Wilson*
J. Hamilton*
S. Koehle*
F. Maltby*
H. Young-Davis*
S. Zoritch

*Present for portion of meeting.




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 MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Richardson that the Agenda be adopted with the following additions: COMMITTEE REPORT – Councillor Johnston, Chair Public Works and Protection 9.c) Minutes of a Public Works Committee Meeting – October 19, 2006; FOR INFORMATION – 17.p) 2010 Legacies Now Re: 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
CARRIED


ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES:

1. Regular Council Meeting – October 10, 2006

Moved by Councillor Gibbs, seconded by Councillor Frew that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held October 10, 2006 be approved as presented.
CARRIED

2. Special Council Meeting – October 20, 2006

Moved by Councillor Richardson, seconded by Councillor Frew that the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting held October 20, 2006 be approved as presented.
CARRIED


DELEGATION(S):

1. Corporal Cameron Joseph Re: Revelstoke Integrated Road Safety Unit (IRSU)

Corporal Joseph informed Council that he had recently transferred to Revelstoke from Penticton. He advised that when the Integrated Road Safety Unit is up and running it should have five members. The main target is high collision areas for aggressive driving, seat belts and impaired driving. Statistics are kept on accidents that include time of day, age of drivers, weather and road conditions, etc.

The unit covers a large area; 30 – 40% of time at present is spent going to other areas. The unit will be in Golden shortly as they have requested assistance. The Integrated Road Safety Unit is in addition to Highway Patrol. The goal is to reduce collisions.

Mayor McKee stated that the statistical information will be good to have as the City continues to lobby the federal government for Trans-Canada highway upgrades.

Mayor McKee thanked Corporal Joseph for attending the meeting.

Mayor McKee advised that the delegation from Okanagan College would speak next as they had another function to attend.

2. Jim Hamilton, Lynda Wilson and Thom Tischik, Okanagan College Re: Transforming Lives & Communities

Mr. Tischik, Mr. Hamilton and Ms. Wilson gave an update on Okanagan College.

A powerpoint presentation was provided entitled “Transforming Lives and Communities”. The first year 2005-06 was a remarkable year offering 115 degree, diploma and certificate programs and enrolment expectations were exceeded. $8 million capital projects were completed. Okanagan College is continuing to grow with government funding for 200 more full-time students a year between now and 2010. In the Shuswap Revelstoke Regions there are new and expanded programs for 2006-07 – welding, plumbing and electrical trades and expanded second-year arts and sciences. The Revelstoke Learning Centre services over 100 people.

Mayor McKee thanked Mr. Tischik, Mr. Hamilton and Ms. Wilson for attending the meeting and providing Council with an update.

3. Francis Maltby Re: Proposed City of Revelstoke Animal Control & Licensing Amendment Bylaw No. 1839 – Non Leash Area

Mr. Maltby provided a powerpoint presentation explaining the process undertaken for the creation of the “Proposed Management Plan for the Downie Marsh Study Area”. The presentation also included references and reviews for Mr. Maltby and his professional work. Mr. Maltby also provided results from surveys undertaken by Canada World Youth on Revelstoke Migratory Waterfowl Knowledge and Downie Marsh Management Proposals.

Councillor Singh stated that his understanding was that the Downie Marsh area is manmade and questioned whether another area could be created away from human habitation.

Mr. Maltby replied that he preferred a more optimistic view that it can be shared if it is managed properly. The area can be used in the summer time but in the spring and fall choose not to go in that area.

Mayor McKee thanked Mr. Maltby for attending the meeting.


BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES:

1. Regular Council Meeting – October 10, 2006

Nil.

2. Special Council Meeting – October 20, 2006

Nil.


CORRESPONDENCE:

1. Ministry of Tourism, Sport and the Arts Re: 2011 Western Canada Summer Games – Opportunity to Submit a Bid for the Right to Host

Moved by Councillor Singh, seconded by Councillor Richardson that the correspondence from the Ministry of Tourism, Sport and the Arts be referred to the Parks and Recreation Committee for review.
CARRIED

2. Community Connections (Revelstoke) Society Re: Crime Prevention Week November 1 – 7, 2006

3. Canadian Union of Postal Workers Re: Moratorium on Post Office Closures and Rural Delivery

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Singh that City Council write to Minister Lawrence Cannon, Minister Responsible for Canada Post informing him that the City of Revelstoke supports Canada Post in reinvesting its profits in keeping post offices open, maintaining rural delivery, expanding door-to-door service, ensuring a safe workplace and improving its service for all of its customers and that copies of the letter be sent to Jim Abbott, MP, Canadian Union of Postal Workers and the President of Canada Post.
CARRIED

4. Union of British Columbia Municipalities Re: General Strategic Priorities Fund and Innovations Fund Program


COMMITTEE REPORTS:


COUNCILLOR FREW, Chair Finance

1. Minutes of a Road Safety Committee Meeting – October 6, 2006

2. Minutes of a Heritage Commission Meeting – October 25, 2006

i. Heritage Awards

Councillor Frew reported that the Heritage Awards will be presented at either the November 14, 2006 or the November 27, 2006 Council meeting.


COUNCILLOR GIBBS, Chair Parks and Recreation

1. Minutes of a Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting – September 27, 2006

i. Request from Cycling Tour Group to Camp at Centennial Park

Moved by Councillor Singh, seconded by Councillor Gibbs that the request from the Cycling Tour Group to camp one night at Centennial Park in the Summer of 2007 be approved.
CARRIED
Opposed: Councillor Frew

2. Minutes of a Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting – October 18, 2006

i. Parkland Dedication – Birch Drive Subdivision

Moved by Councillor Gibbs, seconded by Councillor Frew that the proposal for parkland dedication as outlined in the October 16, 2006 report from L. Donato, Planning Assistant be accepted.
CARRIED


COUNCILLOR JOHNSTON, Chair Public Works and Protection

1. Minutes of a Protection Committee Meeting – October 17, 2006

NOTE: Councillor Gibbs reported that he was in a conflict of interest situation due to his employment with one of the companies that submitted a bid. He retired from the Council Chambers at 4:35 p.m.

2. Award Contract for Construction of Golf Course Well Chlorination Building

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Frew that the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to sign the contract awarding the “Construction of Golf Course Well Chlorination Building” to Forma Construction Ltd. in the amount of $329,759.11 including GST.
CARRIED
Opposed: Councillor Singh
NOTE: Councillor Gibbs returned to the meeting at 4:36 p.m.

3. Minutes of a Public Works Committee Meeting – October 19, 2006

i. Revelstoke Bear Aware

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Richardson that staff prepare a policy which supports the City of Revelstoke moving forward to become a Bear Smart Community and the development of a waste collection plan/strategy, including the formation of a Committee to review and consider options such as centralized bins, collection and recycling initiatives and public education.
CARRIED

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Frew that staff be directed to move forward with the installation of a bear proof bin in a high density area in South Revelstoke to replace the curb side pickup.

Discussion took place on the motion which resulted in the following:

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Singh that the installation of a bear proof bin be referred back to staff and that it become part of the policy development.
CARRIED
Opposed: Councillor Frew, Councillor Gibbs

Councillor Singh suggested that consideration be given to having a trial period of both curbside and central pickup and that the trial period be 3 – 6 months.


COUNCILLOR MACFARLANE, Chair Planning and Land Development

1. Minutes of a Revelstoke Air Quality Committee Meeting – September 12, 2006

2. Information Meeting for Contractors and General Public regarding Secondary Suites

3. Minutes of a Planning Committee Meeting – October 11, 2006

Councillor MacFarlane reported that items 2 and 3 would be dealt with first.

NOTE: Councillor Gibbs reported that he was in a conflict of interest situation due to his employment with the construction company for the applicant. He retired from the Council Chambers at 4:55 p.m.

NOTE: Councillor Johnston reported that he was in a conflict of interest situation due to his professional practice. He retired from the Council Chambers at 4:55 p.m.

i. City Furniture Ltd. – 111 Victoria Road West

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Frew that amended Development Permit No. 2006-21 be approved for 111 Victoria Road West.
CARRIED
NOTE: Councillor Gibbs returned to Council Chambers at 4:57 p.m.

ii. Royal LePage Realty – 300 Mackenzie Avenue

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Frew that Development Permit No. 2006-33 be approved for 300 Mackenzie Avenue.
CARRIED
NOTE: Councillor Johnston returned to Council Chambers at 4:59 p.m.

iii. City of Revelstoke Sign Amendment Bylaw No. 1811 – Subdivision Identification Signs

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Gibbs that City of Revelstoke Sign Amendment Bylaw No. 1811 receive First, Second and Third Readings.
CARRIED

iv. City of Revelstoke – 109 Victoria Road West

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Gibbs that Development Permit No. 2006-32 be issued, subject to adoption of City of Revelstoke Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1847; that City of Revelstoke Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1847 receive First and Second Readings; and that the Public Hearing be waived, pursuant to Section 890 of the Local Government Act.
CARRIED

4. Minutes of a Board of Variance Meeting – October 18, 2006

5. City of Revelstoke Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1842 – Amendment to Definitions Section for Institutional Uses

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Frew that City of Revelstoke Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1842 receive Third Reading and Final Adoption.
CARRIED


COUNCILLOR RICHARDSON, Chair Culture, and Social Issues

1. Updated Monthly Revelstoke RCMP Victim Assistance Program Report – September 2006


COUNCILLOR SINGH, Chair Economic Development

1. Minutes of an Economic Development Committee Meeting – October 16, 2006

i. Victoria Road Signage

Moved by Councillor Singh, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that City Council approve the change in the Victoria Road Signage Policy to reflect that all businesses in the designated area can apply for space on the Victoria Road signs.
CARRIED


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

1. Minutes of an Administration, Policy, Bylaws and Public Relations Committee of Council Meeting – October 17, 2006

i. City of Revelstoke Animal Control and Licensing Amendment Bylaw No. 1839 – Non-Leash Area

Moved by Councillor Johnston, seconded by Councillor Richardson that Downie Marsh continue to be a non-leash area supplemented with additional signage regarding that dogs must still be under control; and that the Illecillewaet Greenbelt area become a non-leash location.

Discussion was held on the motion which resulted in the following:

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor Singh that the issue of the Non-Leash area be referred back to the Administration Committee for further review.
CARRIED

2. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards

Moved by Councillor MacFarlane, seconded by Councillor Richardson that a letter be sent to the Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce for hosting the event and that letters of congratulations be sent to the recipients of the awards.
CARRIED


OLD BUSINESS:

Nil.


NEW BUSINESS:

1. Home, Garden & Leisure Show – April 13, 14, 15, 2007

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor MacFarlane that the City reserve a double booth at the Home, Garden & Leisure Show in the amount of $540.00 plus GST.
CARRIED


RESOLVE INTO IN CAMERA:

Moved by Councillor Richardson, seconded by Councillor Frew that Council move into In Camera at 5:20 p.m. to consider items of business pursuant to Sections 90.1 (e), (g), and (k) of the Community Charter.
CARRIED


BUSINESS ITEMS TO REPORT:

1. Janitorial Contracts - Renewal

It was agreed that Apex Janitorial’s contract for City Hall, RCMP Station, Public Works Facility and Public Washrooms/Bus Stops be renewed for the final one-year renewal option, pursuant to the existing contracts; that Apex Janitorial receive its 2% increase in the contract price, pursuant to its Request for Proposal submissions; and that the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to sign the four agreements between the City of Revelstoke and Apex Janitorial Service Ltd.


ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION(S):

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


ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Councillor Frew, seconded by Councillor Richardson that the meeting adjourn at 8:45 p.m.
CARRIED



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