~~~ Happy 146th Birthday, Canada! ~~~
AGENDA June 24 Main Items: 2013 1st Qtr Op Results, Capital Plan; Devt Permit Troller Pub; Planning's work plan
== Lease/Sell Survey; Vive le Canada (St Jean Baptiste Day); from the EDITOR'S DESK (Jul 22 Ccl Agenda); WV Facts; ORDER OF CANADA (BC Recipients); UPDATES & INFO (Sprinkling Regs; Longboarding; Farmers' Mkts; PkR)
= CALENDAR to July 28th: CULTUREWATCH (Theatre; Music; etc); Bees' Knees; NATURE (Paddling; Walks, Bioblitz)
= HEADSUP/NOTICES: (1) Events/Agenda Jun 24 (2) Salaries (3) Bard (4) Canada Day, Bard (5) Tu-Th mtgs (6) Notice
= Ccl Mtg NOTES: June 17 (1300blk); June 24 AGENDA and NOTES
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= AGENDAs June 24/July 8 (+ comments); July 15: 752 Marine/PkR re Public Consultation plans; new website;
--> July 22: more info on 752 MDr & PkR; planned report on CACs for 1300blk (Grosv) delayed to July 29!
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= ANIMALWATCH (dog; squirrel; otter; kitten; duck); INFObits (St Jean Baptiste); WOMENWATCH (uni; Malala); BIKEWATCH; ROYALWATCH; WORDWATCH (Duck/Duct Tape); HERITAGEWATCH; MAIKU (Glad Cdn); QTNS/THOUGHTS/PUNS
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YOUR OPINION on 1300block MARINE DRIVE -- for LEASE OR SALE ?
lease1300@westvan.org OR sell1300@westvan.org ?
Email your choice (above), lease or sell. If you have already done so, pls ask your family, friends, colleagues to do so.
If we haven't lawyers/staff/personnel expert, intelligent, skilled enough to negotiate leasing, then buy other land from the money from the sale to replace it thus maintaining our land bank assets. PLEASE, Ccl! At least some considering borrowing.
NB: Contrary to a cclr's statement, the 320 Taylor Way property in fact was leased (NOT sold);
so was the Wetmore property leased, contrary to the statement made at the Chamber's 'unplugged' (May 30).
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== Vive le CANADA ===
Saint Jean Baptiste Day, held annually on June 24, is the feast day of St John the Baptist, a Jewish preacher who baptised Jesus in the River Jordan. It is a day of celebration in Quebec and other areas of French Canada. Saint Jean Baptiste Day is also known as "la Saint-Jean", "St John the Baptist Day", "Fête nationale du Québec", and "Quebec's National Holiday". {See INFObits for more}
=== from the EDITOR'S DESK ===
+ NB: This delayed WVM is now 14/15 (anxious to get it out); it has more than usual; obviously gaps/overlap.
++ We all hope recovery is swift for the folks in Alberta. What spirit to still have the Calgary Stampede starting July 5th!
As an aside, maybe they'll change the name of the town High River to Higher River!
Then fire in Lac Megantic and flooding in Toronto.....
+++ Holding our breath re what will happen after a military coup in Egypt. Puts Harper's dictatorial ways in perspective.
++++ Events around the world however help us appreciate though problems, we're really lucky to be here....
+++++ B/c of the delay, decided to put in the main items on AGENDA Monday July 22:
NSh Division of Family Practice regarding Local Health Initiatives; Devt Permit Applicn for 6342 Bay Street (Troller Pub);
2013 Community Survey; OCP Amdmt and Rezoning Applicn for 752 Marine Drive (PkR); WV Secondary School Track and Sports Field Replacement with an Artificial Turf Field; WV's Coach House Examination
BYLAWS for Adoption: Zoning Bylaw, Amdmt Bylaw and Devt Permit Applicn (2074 Fulton Avenue)
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: Amdmt to 2013 Ccl Mtg Schedule; Apptmt of Alternate Acting Mayor for August; PSB Project Status Report for June 2013; Devt Applicn Status List (to July 12, 2013); and Correspondence List.
=== DWV Facts === according to the (old) DWV website..... {my bolding; haven't checked to see if/where on new}
o Your Government from: http://www.westvancouver.ca/Government/Default.aspx
The Waterfront Community spans 89sqkm and is home for more than 44K residents. DWV separated from DNV in 1912, and since then, has remained primarily residential. The small town atmosphere is a result of careful planning, even though WV has seen a popn growth characteristic of the Greater Vancouver region. WV is fortunate to have dedicated residents and staff. We're proud of our beautiful cmnty and will continue to preserve the characteristics that make it such a desirable place to live and work.
o Your Editor asks, thinking of the 1300 devt, to consider:
= small town atmosphere a result of careful planning? still?
= actually, our popn steady for about a decade; even shrank a bit one year
= who will continue to preserve our desirable characteristics?
Mbrs of Ccl have read and/or agree with this? Many hope so.
=== ORDER OF CANADA === BC Recipients
{Announced June 28; ppl from BC listed on: http://www.allianceforarts.com/blog/governor-general-announces-new-appointments-order-canada }
How exciting and deserved! EXCERPT:
The Order of Canada was established in 1967 to recognize a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to cmnty, and service to the nation. Over the last 45 years, more than 6,000 people from all sectors of society have been invested into the Order.
Some of the BC-based appointees honoured for their contributions and achievements in the fields of arts, culture, and heritage community include:
Dempsey Bob, O.C., Terrace, for his dedication to the preservation of Tahltan-Tlingit artistry as a master carver and mentor to a new generation of artists;
Robert Bringhurst, O.C., Heriot Bay, for his contributions to Canadian literature and to the preservation of First Nations culture as a poet and cultural historian;
Patrick Lane, O.C., North Saanich, for his accomplishments as a powerful voice in Canadian poetry and for his mentorship of the next generation of Canadian poets;
Bramwell Tovey, O.C., O.M., Vancouver, for his achievements as a conductor and composer, and for his commitment to promoting new Canadian music. This is an honorary appointment;
Frederick James Wah, O.C., Vancouver and Nelson, for his groundbreaking work as a poet and for his contributions to the life of poetry in Canada;
Robert Silverman, C.M., Vancouver, for his contributions to classical music, as a pianist and educator.
For a full list of appointees, short citations, and a backgrounder on the Order of Canada, visit: http://www.gg.ca/document.aspx?id=15215
=== UPDATES and INFO ===
+ Summer Lawn Sprinkling Regulations
-- in effect from June 1 to September 30.
Sprinkling is permitted between: 4 a.m. 9 a.m. (no evening sprinkling)
Even-numbered addresses: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Odd-numbered addresses: Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Note that at Stage 1 and 2 of the Water Shortage Response Plan, hand watering flower or vegetable gardens is permissible anytime. Sprinkling restrictions only apply to lawns.
Did you know that your lawn only needs one inch of water per week?
For more tips on sustainable lawn and garden care, see Outdoor Water Conservation.
More info: Metro Vancouver Sprinkling Regulations, Metered Water Charges, Water Shortage Response Plan Bylaw (PDF)
Details: http://www.westvancouver.ca/Residents/Level3.aspx?id=18466
+ LONGBOARDING
Great that Ccl held a public mtg and now are considering, with nbrs' agreement, designating four streets for longboarding within certain hours.
+ Canada Day ~ 11am 1pm ~ MONDAY July 1
Stop by The Village (PkR) to get a maple leaf tattoo & Canada flag. Lets celebrate our countrys 146th birthday together!
+ Farmers Markets
> SATURDAYS -- 9am - 3pm
DUNDARAVE FARMERS MARKET -- Bring the family! May 4 to October 5
As we all try to reduce our carbon footprint, we offer fresh, locally grown, or homemade products as they become available during the season. We offer fruits, vegetables, fresh flowers, perennials, herbs, baked goods, pickled items, and much more. Our farmers market takes pride in supporting local crafters with their handmade items -- such as jewellery, ceramics, wooden toys, silk handbags, etc. Enjoy a coffee from any one of the many coffee houses and have a wander through our beautiful village. To see who is at the market and photos, CLICK HERE. http://isabellebottin.wix.com/who-is-at-the-market
For more information or to book a table, please contact Isabelle Bottin at isabellebottin@yahoo.ca
> SUNDAYS -- 10am - 3pm
AMBLESIDE: Artisan Farmers' Market Society -- May 5 to October 27
The Artisan Farmers' Market Society has run Ambleside Farmers Market for ten years. We have a wonderful selection of farmers who come from the Valley and Okanagan, selling produce, herbs, berries, cheese, beef, flowers, chicken ,& pork. Our food vendors sell sauces, bread, salsas, salad dressings, pesto, energy bars, pies, ice cream, vegetable chips, vegan pates, gluten free baking, coffee, to name a few. Our crafters make wonderful pottery, fused glass, jewellery, photography, soaps, felted clothing, dog treats, and more.
Customers enjoy reading newspapers under the cherry trees at our coffee table while their children play at our play tables. Many bring a book to exchange at our used book table while families play back gammon or chess, at our games table. Meet your friends for a relaxing morning at the market on 14th Street between Marine Drive and Bellevue.
Visit our website: http://www.artisanmarkets.ca/
+ PARK ROYAL
See details: http://us6.campaign-archive2.com/u=154752fe0d2d34354f3f970c3&id=75c535f1a0&e=2a7853f7e0
= CELEBRATE SUMMER: Parent and Tot Play Dates
Meet your friends, grab a coffee and bring your tots to The Village at Park Royal on Tuesday mornings this summer. You and your little one will enjoy a relaxing and fun morning of face painting, crafts, balloons, and a magic show.
~ 10am - 12pm ~ Tuesdays (July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 13, 20)
The Village at Park Royal (between Urban Barn and Cactus Club)
= LIVE MUSIC July and August ~ 5 - 8pm Weds and 4 - 7pm Fridays ~ also in the Village
= CELEBRATE SUMMER: Bike Cruise-Cabs
Ride through The Village at Park Royal in a truly unique style this summer with one of our two full-service bike cruise-cabs. This is a convenient and fun way to have a complimentary ride around The Village all day long.
~ noon - 5pm ~ Saturdays and Sundays (July 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 & August 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25)
(stationed between Home Depot & LensCrafters Optique)
= CELEBRATE SUMMER: Complimentary Valet Parking Service
Get in and out of The Village at Park Royal faster and spend less time worrying about finding a parking spot this summer. Take advantage of our complimentary valet parking service and enjoy your shopping and the sunshine!
~ noon - close ~ Fri/Sat/Sun (July 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 & Aug 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 & Sept 6, 7, 8) (located on the north side of Cactus Club)
= Seattle Seahawks Tailgate Party
We are very proud to be working with the Seattle Seahawks in partnership with the NFL, who are hosting their first ever tailgate party in The Village at Park Royal. The event will include a beer garden, great eats, summer jams, cheerleaders, video highlights, interactive displays for kids, and autograph opportunities with a few of the players. You dont want to miss out, so mark this in your calendar now!
~ 3 - 6pm ~ Saturday, July 13 LOCATION: between Old Navy and The Village Taphouse
= Customer Appreciation Weekends
~ noon 4pm ~ SATURDAY & SUNDAY, July 20, 21 & August 24, 25
PkR: We appreciate your patience and continued patronage of The Village, even during the past months of construction on the new intersection, Whole Foods Market parking lot, and all other improvements we have made. So while the new parkade and exciting new retail in front of Park Royal South will open in Fall 2013, we are pleased to say The Village is DONE! As a special thank you, we are having a weekend long party to celebrate you! Kids can enjoy crafts, magic, face-painting while you indulge in live music, food, giveaways, bike cruise-cabs, and complimentary valet parking service. We thank you for your continued support.
=== CALENDAR to July 28th ===
All mtgs are at M Hall unless indicated otherwise. NOTE: shown are mtgs known at this date; often there are additions, changes, cancellations after WVM goes out. Check the DWV Calendar: http://www.westvancouver.ca/Calendar.aspx . Notices/mtgs/changes too
late/early for an issue are sent to subscribers. [Headsup/Notices sent between issues of WVM.]
ABBREVIATIONS, ACRONYMS, INITIALISMS puzzling you? See: http://www.westvan.org/glossary/
== Wednesday June 26th
~ 6 - 8pm ~ Longboarding Cmnty Mtg at Kay Meek Studio
Do you have concerns about longboarding safety in West Vancouver? Parents and students are invited to join the West Vancouver Police Dept, School District, municipal officials, and special guests at a community public safety meeting. Join the discussion about compliance and safety, while learning valuable information about the risks associated with the sport.
To Register Visit the West Vancouver School District website. Pre-registration is required owing to limited seating availability.
Event Information Bev Pausche, Manager of Communications and Cmnty Engagement, WV School District 981 1054
== Thursday June 27th
~ 5pm ~ NSh Adv Cmte on Disability Issues at DNV M Hall
~ 5:30pm ~ WV Police Board at Police Stn
{NB: Mtgs in this period sent out to subscribers appear in Headsup/Notices above}
== Wednesday July 10th ~ 7:30am ~ Field Sport Forum WG
== Thursday July 11th ~ 7pm ~ Gleneagles Cmnty Ctr Adv Cmte -- CANCELLED
== Friday July 12th ~ MALALA DAY! (See info in WomenWatch below)
~ 9am ~ Cmnty Grants Cmte (Cedar Rm, WVCC)
== Saturday July 13th
~ 6am - noon ~ 25th Knee Knackering North Shore Trail Run
This challenging 30-mile foot race along the Baden-Powell Centennial Trail from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove
provides runners with magnificent city, mountain, and ocean views. Info: www.kneeknacker.com
== Saturday July 14th
~ 9:30am - 4pm ~ Family Fest in Ambleside Park
== Monday July 15th
~ 1pm ~ TOWN HALL GATHERING at WV Lawn Bowling Club (650 - 20th) with our MP John Weston
and special guest Hon. Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration, and Multiculturalism
Highly Informational Forum-Open to public (Something for Everyone!)
To guarantee seating, registration is required. Click here to Register : http://wvimmigrationtownhall.eventbrite.ca
Topics: * New Citizenship Rules C-37
* Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship
* Federal Skilled Worker Program and NEW Federal Skilled Trades Class
* TFW/LMOs and Budget 2013
* Bill C-31 (New Refugee Determination System)
* Recognition of Foreign Credentials
* CIC consulting Canadians on the future immigration program strategy
* Shift of Responsibility for Passports to CIC effective July 2/2013 and
* New ten-year e-passports effective July
== Tuesday July 16th
~ 4pm ~ Upper Lands WG Tour contrasting Whitby with Rodgers Crk, highlighting creek preservation and
enhancements, walking trails connectivity as the foundation for cmnty building, and flagging the approach to
building with steep terrain. Public accommodated (limited) on first-come, first-served basis. Questions? 925 7178
== Wednesday July 17th
~ 11am ~ Invasive Plants WG
~ 5pm ~ Bd of Variance { http://www.westvancouver.ca/uploadedFiles/Your_Government/Committees_and_Groups/Boards_and_Panels/13jul17BOVAgenda.pdf }
~ 6pm ~ Troller Pub Public Information Mtg; 6432 Bay St
~ 7pm ~ Library Bd mtg at Library
== Thursday July 18th
> Nelson Mandela International Day < he turns 95! ~
~ 8am ~ Gleneagles Jr Open Golf Tournament at golf course
~ 5pm ~ Rodgers Crk Area 4 Proposed Devt Permit at BPP Showhome, 2701 Highgrove Pl (off Chippendale)
~ 5pm ~ Invasive Plants WG Tour; for details see link the new website has:
http://www.westvancouver.ca/sites/default/files/dwv/assets/gov/docs/Committees-Groups/working-groups/Invasive-plants/2013/agenda/IPWG_AGENDA_18_JULY_2013_0.pdf
~ 6:30 - 9:30pm ~ Salsa by the Sea outside the FBG (925 7290) weather permitting
== Tuesday July 23rd
~ 7pm ~ Upper Lands Study Review WG in Cedar Rm, WVCC; see Upper Lands Study Review Working Group
== Thursday July 25th
~ 4:30pm ~ West Vancouver Police Board Meeting at police stn
~ 4:30pm ~ Design Review Committee Meeting [approx times for Agenda Item 4.1]
(4:40 5pm presentation) (5 5:40pm deliberation & resolution) 
825 Taylor Way and 707 Keith Road -- Maison Senior Living Residence, [seniors'] assisted living and memory care facility consisting of 110 beds -- Milliken Devt Corp; OCP Amendment, Rezoning and Devt Permit
+++ WV MEMORIAL LIBRARY +++ http://www.westvanlibrary.ca
NB: Closed Sundays throughout July and August, beginning Sunday, July 7.
>>> Your WVML wins two PR Xchange Best of Show awards! We are thrilled to announce that the WV Memorial Library has been honoured with two awards at this years PR Xchange competition. Selected from nearly 250 print and online submissions from libraries across North America, our 2011 Story Book (http://www.westvanlibrary.ca/pdf/storybook.pdf) and 2012 North Shore Writers Festival (http://northshorewritersfestival.com) materials were awarded Best of Show designations in their categories. Read more about the awards as well as the winning pieces here: http://www.westvanlibrary.ca/pdf/WVML_Media_Release_Best_of_show.pdf
>>> Mondays ~ 6:30pm ~ Movie Nights at the Library
July 8th ~ Life of Pi July 15th ~ Late Quartet July 22nd ~ Hitchcock
>>> Wednesday July 10th
~ 6pm ~ Teen Movie Night: Beautiful Creatures
+++ Everyone from toddlers to teenagers is invited to sign up for the 2013 Summer Reading Club. The Summer Reading Club makes reading fun with events, prizes, and expert staff guiding kids to find just the right books. Register in the Youth Department, or call 925 7408 for more information.
+++ West Vancouver Memorial Library's Board of Trustees is currently inviting applications.
Deadline for applications is 4:30pm Friday July 12. Board of Trustees Information Package.
+++ WV MUSEUM +++ 925 729 http://westvancouvermuseum.ca/exhibitions/current_exhibition
July 4 - September 21
West Coast to Points East: Ron Thom and the Allied Arts
Opening Reception on Thursday July 4th from 7pm
This exhibition, organized in partnership with Massey College at the U of Toronto and Alumni House at Trent U in Peterborough, focuses on Thoms domestic architecture on the west coast of Canada in the 1950s and shows the design ethos developed in this work and then manifested in Massey College and Trent U in Ontario. Ronald J. Thom (1923-1986), a recipient of the Order of Canada and numerous Massey Awards for architecture, is recognized as one of Canadas most innovative and influential architects. After studying art under B.C. Binning at the Vancouver School of Art in the 1940s, Thom apprenticed in architecture at Thompson, Berwick, & Pratt in Vancouver. Ron Thom: From West Coast to Points East, enriched by original plans, drawings, furniture, fixtures, correspondence, and film footage, provides a distinctly multifaceted exhibition of his architecture.
This exhibition is guest-curated by Adele Weder.
o west coast modern home tourSaturday July 13, 2013
The Museum's eighth annual home tour on July 13th (with a reception at Eagle Harbour Yacht Club): the five selected tour homes exhibit architectural features that define West Coast Modernism.
Sold out early! Details: http://westvancouvermuseum.ca/events_programs/adult_programs/west_coast_modern_home_tour
+++ FERRY BUILDING GALLERY +++ http://ferrybuildinggallery.com ~ 925 7290
July 16 - 28 North Shore Artists Guild -- DepARTures Opening Reception: July 16 Tuesday 6 8pm
Meet the Artists: July 20 Saturday 2 - 3 pm
+++ SILK PURSE +++ http://silkpurse.ca/exhibitions/ 925 7292
July 16 - 28 -- GRANDES FLEURS
paintings by K. Sally Willcock -- Opening July 16 Tuesday 6 - 8pm
+++ KAY MEEK CENTRE +++ http://www.kaymeekcentre.com/on_stage/events_calendar
Simplest way to get on email list, call 913 3634 (also for tix) or email tickets@kaymeekcentre.com
~ 7:30pm ~ Sunday July 7 -- SHAHIN NAJAFI LIVE IN VANCOUVER
Tix: $75 / $65 / $55 / $45 / $35; pls call 604 657 1314 or email info@humansrightsintl.com
The International Center for Human Rights -ICHR is holding a social and cultural event in Vancouver on July 7, in support of Iranian refugees. This event is featuring singer and activist Mr. Shahin Najafi, who is considered as a voice of Iranian young generation.
Shahin Najafi is a social activist, whose songs deal with issues such as theocracy, poverty, sexism, censorship, child labor, execution, drug addiction, and homophobia. In addition to individual work in his concerts and campaign songs, Shahin Najafi had many performances on various political and social occasions.
~ 7:30pm ~ Fri/Sat/Sun July 12, 13, 14 ~ AURASH - SADE:
Presented by Vanac Theatre Group The ballad of Aurash as performed by the inmates of the half-ruined Asylum of Freedom with a look to the drama Marat-Sade. Tix: General Admission $45
~ 8pm ~ Saturday July 20 ~ UNPLUGGED
An evening of original music by four of the North Shores most passionate up-and-coming singer/songwriters:
Alex Balanko, Liam Sturgess, Jade Mooking, and Dante Hadden.
~~~ GREASE! THE MUSICAL ~ 7pm ~ Friday July 26; ~ 2pm ~ Saturday July 27 ~~~
SUMMER HOURS
Don't forget, as of June 10th our box office hours will be changing to Tu & Th from 12 - 5pm and Saturdays from 12 - 4pm. Our new summer hours will be in effect from Mon June 10th until mid-August. You can also contact us by email at info@kaymeekcentre.com Mon - Sat.
+++ ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 60, West Vancouver +++ http://www.westvan60.com/
Office: 922 3587 Lounge: 922 1920 Fax: 922 2659
JULY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
MEAT DRAWS EVERY SATURDAY AT 4:30 PM
MONDAY JULY 1ST CANADA DAY BBQ 4:30PM
BURGERS, POTATO SALAD, AND TOSSED GREEN SALAD $7.00 TICKETS AT THE BAR
THURSDAY JULY 11TH IN THE LOUNGE 5:30PM
FRIDAY JULY 12TH - KARAOKE 7:00PM
FRIDAY JULY 19TH - MINI MEAT DRAW 6:00PM
SATURDAY JULY 20TH - PITCH AND PUTT
AMBLESIDE PARK 9:00 AM $30.00 PER PERSON; LUNCH AND PRIZES
THURSDAY JULY 25TH BINGO IN THE LOUNGE 5:30 PM
+++ WV CHAMBER of COMMERCE + 926 6614 + http://www.westvanchamber.com
The Chamber is moving July 30 to the new Westerleigh building at 22nd & Marine Dr. Our new address will be on the ground floor at 2235 Marine Dr. We hope that you will drop by and see us.
=== CULTUREWATCH ===
* THEATRE
JESSIES: The 31st Annual Jessie Awards ceremony was held at the Commodore Ballroom June 24. Full info: www.jessies.ca
+++ BARD ON THE BEACH
OPENING NIGHTS ~ Twelfth Night: June 26; Hamlet: June 29; Measure for Measure: July 11; Elizabeth Rex: July 14
Purchase tix online www.bardonthebeach.org or call the box ofc (739 0559).
Bard Links
Sign up for Bard's E-News: http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=0016ynqZbqgszE2rUKldAktkA%3D%3D
for behind the scenes news and exclusive offers!
Bard Blog: http://www.bardonthebeach.org/blog?utm_source=Bard+in+the+news&utm_campaign=Bard+is+in+the+News&utm_medium=email
Become a Member! Gift Certificates
https://tickets.bardonthebeach.org/TheatreManager/1/tmpass.htmlutm_source=Bard+in+the+news&utm_campaign=Bard+is+in+the+News&utm_medium=email
Twelfth Night
Theatre Calgary's Artistic Director Dennis Garnhum helms Twelfth Night, a story of hidden identity, misplaced love, and playful antics set in a luxurious early 20th century Spa Hotel.
After surviving a shipwreck and finding herself in a new land, Viola disguises herself as 'Cesario' and offers her services as a page to Duke Orsino, with whom she falls in love, who is in love with Olivia, the proprietress of the What You Will Hotel and Spa, who in turn finds herself smitten with Cesario!
Towels fly (off) and steam rises as things heat up in the spa.
Phew!
Throw in Malvolio, the nosy know-it-all hotel manager, a few gossipy prankster guests and servants and Feste the Fool telling it like it is, and you have an unforgettable hotel experience!
{My delighted reaction from the Opening Night is below in Headsup/Notices 3.}
Twelfth Night Trailer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTHz_B-F2Es&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PL2E05F9CBD62D046B
Hamlet
Murder. Revenge. Love. Insanity.
Director Kim Collier's take on the classic tale of the Danish prince cuts to the heart of Shakespeare's Hamlet, illustrating how the themes explored, namely treachery, revenge, and moral corruption, resonate today.
In the play, Prince Hamlet seeks to exact revenge on his uncle Claudius. Claudius has murdered Hamlet's father (the King of Denmark), succeeded to the throne and married Hamlet's mother Gertrude.
In Hamlet's relentless desire to expose the truth and get his revenge, he leaves madness and death in his wake.
Opening Night Sat June 29. {My opening night comments below in Headsup/Notices 4.}
Measure for Measure
Previews Begin July 3! Take advantage of our Preview Pricing to save big!
Making his Bard on the Beach directorial debut, company member John Murphy leads the talented cast and designers in this adaptation of Measure For Measure, one of Shakespeare's dark comedies.
In 1900s New Orleans, the powerful Duke Vincentio mysteriously leaves town. He appoints a harsh replacement, Angelo, who decides to enforce dormant laws that punish lechery and prostitution.
Claudio's fiancée is pregnant, and given the newly-enforced law, Claudio is to be put to death.
His sister Isabella begs Angelo to show mercy and Angelo agrees - provided Isabella offers up her body to him.
This dark comedy of hypocrisy, sexual repression, and the true nature of justice is backed by the boisterous horns of New Orleans, a tribute to the time and birthplace of jazz.
{NB: review of M4M and Elizabeth Rex in next issue}
SHAKESPEARE'S REBEL
In partnership with Academie Duello, Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival presents an evening of words and swordplay in celebration of the Canadian release of C.C. Humphrey's latest novel Shakespeare's Rebel. ~ ~ 7pm ~ Monday July 22. Tix: $10. Bard on the Beach, Vanier Park, 1000 Chestnut.
+ ARTS CLUB -- 687 1644 http://www.artsclub.com
- Avenue Q, a Broadway musical for adults; warning: full puppet nudity; stars Scott Bellis, extended to Aug 7
~ 7:30pm ~ Canada Day performance --- 2-for-1 premium seats to Avenue Q
Use promotion code 7140Buy tickets online or call the box office at 687 1644
Take advantage of this special Canada Day offer: buy one premium seat and get the second free! Bring a friend and enjoy the hit Broadway musical that The Georgia Straight lauds as one of the summers biggest treats. Come down to Granville Island on July 1 and join Princeton, Trekkie Monster, and the whole gang from Avenue Q.
+ TUTS -- Theatre Under the Stars (Stanley Park) -- tuts.ca 604 696 4295
In repertory to Aug 17: Legally Blonde: the Musical; and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
+ JERICHO ARTS CTR 224 8007 www.jerichoartscentre.com
Point Grey-based Ensemble Theatre Company (ETC) -- a collective of over 30 actors and designers -- brings three exciting plays in repertory to the JAC until Aug 10
THE DIARIES OF ADAM AND EVE - Opens Jul 12 by Mark Twain
Opening: July 12 at 8pm; Regular Performances: July 14, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30, August 2, 5, 8 at 8pm
Matinées at 2pm: July 20, August 4. Post-show talkback: July 24
Special event: Aug 4 at 12 noon: Picnic lunch with readings and music. BUY PICNIC TICKETS ONLINE
Twain's crackling wit gives insight into the complex relationships between human beings, and the impulses that both repel and draw them together. A hilarious and deeply moving comedy.
WOMEN BEWARE WOMEN - Opens Jul 13 by Thomas Middleton
Opening: July 13 at 8pm; Regular Performances: July 16, 20, 23, 26, 29, August 1, 4, 7, 10 at 8pm
Matinées at 2pm: July 28, August 3. Post-show talkback: August 7
Special event: July 28 at 12 noon: Picnic lunch with readings and music. BUY PICNIC TICKETS ONLINE
A beautiful young newlywed arrives in Florence and is caught in a web of deception, corruption and lust. A captivating widow uses her cunning and her charms to rule the game, but will her own heart be her downfall? Corruption will not go unpunished in Thomas Middleton's dark, funny, and ferocious Jacobean tragedy.
THE FARNSWORTH INVENTION - Opens Jul 19 by Aaron Sorkin
Previews: July 15, 17 Opening: 8pm July 19. Regular Performances: July 22, 25, 28, 31,August 3, 6, 9 at 8pm
Matinées at 2pm: July 21, 27. Post-show talkback: July 31
Special event: July 21 at 12 noon: Picnic lunch with readings and music. BUY PICNIC TICKETS ONLINE
In 1921, a 14-year-old farm boy invented television, and the rest is history... or is it? Aaron Sorkin shines his brilliant, fast-talking style on this epic true story of the genius underdog who goes up against a corporate giant in the race to change the way we view the world.
Show tickets available through: ENSEMBLE THEATRE COMPANY
The Box Office, one hour before curtain Hewers Home Hardware (4459 West 10th Ave, Point Grey)
Volunteers Wanted! Contact volunteer@ensembletheatrecompany.ca to work front of house at one of our shows and get a free seat!
* ART
+ VANCOUVER ART GALLERY http://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca/events_and_programs/calendar_of_events.html
Coming Exhibitions: for details: http://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca/the_exhibitions/upcoming_exhibitions.html ]
~ NB: VAG Mbrs receive 20% off admission to the Royal BC Museum in Victoria when you show your Gallery Mbrshp card.
For more info contact Member Services at membership@vanartgallery.bc.ca or 604 662 4711.
> Grand Hotel: Redesigning Modern Life > http://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca/events_and_programs/fuse.html
IntroducingGrand Hotel Walking Tours with John Atkin
Two hours well spent with local historian and author John Atkin! From humble structures hugging the shoreline on the edge of a forest, to the grandeur and elegance of the iconic railroad hotel along with todays luxury offerings, this tour takes a look at the fascinating history of spending the night in Vancouver. Tours will depart the Hornby Street entrance to the Vancouver Art Gallery most Sunday mornings at 10:30 am, May through August 2013.
> from June 15: Persuasive Visions: 17th Century Dutch & Flemish Masterworks and Contemporary Reflections
Openings (three): June 29: Portraits in Time; Martin Honert; Gareth Moore: Allochthonous Window
+ Caroun Art Gallery
Caroun Art Gallery (CAG)1403 Bewicke Ave, NV Masoud Soheili 778 372 0765 , www.Caroun.nethttps://www.facebook.com/pages/Caroun-Art-Gallery/185765774772749?sk=wall
https://www.facebook.com/events/162921793882923/
Out of Vancouver? visit online later at: http://www.caroun.com/CarounArtGallery/Exhibitions/00-Expositions.html
Earthquake in Azerbaijan -- Photography Exhibition by "Bahar Mohamadian"
~ noon to 8pm ~ July 16 - 29 (closed Mondays)Opening Reception: 4 to 9pm July 20
* SCULPTURE
Touch Wood, VanDusen Garden Botanical Garden, vandusengarden.org June 20 - Sept 30
features more than two dozen wood sculptures and installations made by prominent BC artists; 257 8335
* MUSIC
+ VANCOUVER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA http://enews.vancouversymphony.ca/1213VSO-13.html
Check their website for performances throughout the month. Free concerts at Whistler.
To become a VSO Subscriber, call 876 3434 for a FREE SEASON BROCHURE, or browse the series packages online. Order your new subscription online AND order Specials and Festivals with your 15% Subscriber discount!
+ CHOR LEONI MEN'S CHOIR
The choir sings introductory sets followed by the award-winning E Stuudio Girls' Choir from Estonia
~ 7:30pm ~ July 22 at Ryerson United Church (2195 W 45th)
* DANCE
Wreck Beach Butoh -- 9:45am Sat July 20; 10:30am Sun July 21
Kokoro Dance's annual Beach Butoh performance -- Japanese avant-garde dance form
~~~ The Bees' Knees ~~~
~ 6:30pm ~ Hives for Humanity: The Bees' Knees at Legacy Liquor Store, 1633 Manitoba legacyliquorstore.com
Join Chief Beekeeper Julia Common, Charles Tremewen of Long Table Distillery, and bartender Don Wheeler.
Four different honeys will be tasted separately and in cocktails. June 26?
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=== NATURE ===
+ THE BIG CHOP
A fun night of paddling on the waters of Vancouver Harbour. Line up on the start line under the Burrard Bridge and paddle the scenic course as fast as you want. www.bigchop.ca 866 912 3331 May 23, June 6, June 20, July 4, July 18, ....
+ NATURE WALKS [924 0147]
> Wednesday July 3rd
The Fascinating World of Bears
Start time: 7pm -- A talk for the District of North Vancouver library (Parkgate Branch).
Speaker: David Cook biologist and board member of the North Shore Black Bear Society.
Location: Parkgate Branch of the DNV Library, in the Parkgate Village Shopping Centre located at the corner of Mount Seymour Parkway and Mount Seymour Road.
This will be a PowerPoint presentation about the natural history and biology of the eight species of bears that presently inhabit the globe as well as two recently extinct species; the European and the Florida Cave Bears. The presentation will conclude with an account of black bear management on the North Shore by Christine Miller, the North Shore's Bear Aware Community Coordinator.
For further info and to register call the Parkgate Branch Library at 929 3727
> Tuesday July 23rd
The Nullarbor: An Australian desert
~ 7pm ~ An illustrated free public talk for the Capilano Branch of the District of North Vancouver library.
Speaker: David Cook, Biologist, Geologist, Explorer.
Capilano Branch of DNV Public Library (3045 Highland Blvd) Registration recommended: Call 604-987-4471
Talk description: An account of the natural history, geology, and exploration of the Nullarbor Plain, a flat treeless desert straddling the states of Western Australia and South Australia. Hear the story of ancient subterranean rivers that left vast caverns, now with crystal clear lakes, that were traps for the giant marsupials that once roamed the plain above when the climate and vegetation was very different. Learn how the arrival of humans 40,000 years ago, by their use of firestick farming and the onset of climate change, brought about the demise of the mega fauna with a couple of notable exceptions. Hear about the first ever attempt to SCUBA dive in the subterranean lakes attempted by the speaker during the 1960 caving expedition to the Nullarbor.
+ NORTH SHORE WETLAND PARTNERS - BIOBLITZ July 20/21
Cypress Provincial Park -- registration tent 9:30 - 6pm
July 20 Strachan & Black Mountains
Tent beside BC Parks Trailhead Kiosk close to Cypress Creek Lodge in Downhill area
July 21 Hollyburn Mountain
CAUTION - Trail Work on Baden Powell Connector near Hollyburn Peak Trail Junction. Tent beside Upper warming hut, 15-minute hike up Powerline Rd from BC Parks kiosk in the parking lot. FOLLOW THE FROG
Hikers going to Blue Gentian or First Lakes can pick up Information Packs by Kiosk. Drop off Box also.
Report Sightings or Send Photos to: north.shore.wetland.partners@gmail.com
NB: also looking at nocturnal survey Fri or Sat of wild life trees, wetlands, and old-growth trees while on major trails
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=== HEADSUP / NOTICES === [1 - 6]
= 1 = {Written Friday June 21, National Aboriginal Day}
Pretty slim pickin's for Mon night, in number, that is. Two really important items: First Quarter's Operating results and
Capital Plan (4:30pm) and the Planning Dept's work plan (7:15pm); strangely, a closed mtg scheduled for 5pm.
Events followed by the agendas, QTP at end of course {moved to this newsletter}
Herewith even more events/mtgs than those listed in WVM13 wch you already have (but my formatting may not show up the same on your computer):
+ Friday June 21
Make Music Vancouver ~ 5 - 10pm ~ Gastown: sidewalk musical stages, festive dance floors makemusicvancouver.ca
+ Saturday June 22
~ 8:30am - 6pm ~ BC Highland Games and Festival, Percy Perry Stadium (Coq) 778 298 8829 bchighlandgames.com
travel to Scotland for a day at this annual festival; features dancing, food, kids' games, whisky-tasting, pipe bands, and much more
~ 10am - 6pm ~ South Granville Art Walk on South Granville Gallery Row
~ 1 - 4pm ~ Strawberry Festival Flea Market at Roedde House Museum (1415 Barclay), 684 7040 roeddehouse.org
pick up a bargain or two, have tea at Barclay Manor (down the street), enjoy the Strawberry Festival
+ Sat/Sun June 22/23
~ 3 - 6pm and 7 - 10pm ~ Vancouver World Dance Festival, Shadbolt Theatre, Bby
+ Sat June 22 - 30 ~~~ UBC Opera Ensemble presents Carmen, Old Auditorium, 604 822 6725 ubcopera.com
+ Sunday June 23
= Greek Day ~ 11am - 9pm ~ West Broadway between MacDonald and Blenheim See www.greekday.com
= Up Close & Personal: A Classical Cabaret -- PAL Studio Theatre; gala garden party 2pm; concert 7:30pm
featuring Jonathan Chan, Maestro Bramwell Tovey, and guests performing classics and jazz favourites
684 2787 ticketstonight.ca
= Historic Stewart Farm Strawberry Tea from 1 to 2pm; register 592 6956
Enjoy tea, local strawberries, and hand-churned ice cream, served on the veranda of the heritage farmhouse
= In Antarctica: An Amundsen Pilgrimage ~ 2pm ~ Vancouver Maritime Museum 257 8300
Join Jay Ruzesky for a slide show presentation about his trek to Antarctica, following in Amundsen's footsteps
= 2 = Subject: 2012 Staff Salaries Comment
Date: 21 June, 2013 7:05:37 PM PDT
You may have heard the justification for the salaries when queried Monday night was that it was the "60th percentile".
Clearly it was meant to imply they get just over half what they ought to. One comment made to me was that they said they were underpaid. (I arrived after that item so was wondering if anything was said.)
I have written to ask Nora if she's aware what it means since she asked and got the answer.
Of course, they're getting more than the average and I can't believe it was compared taking into account our popn -- well under 50K.
How did the MMgr salary for $90K in 1990 get to ~$235K for CAO in 2012? What is it for this year? Can't wait to see what an increase they're counting on for 2014!
a helluva lot more than inflation, hm?
Have they lowered remuneration to under 80% now?
= 3 = Subject: Bard's Opening Night
Date: 27 June, 2013 1:54:07 AM PDT
FABULOUS!
Just back from the reception Opening Night at Bard on the Beach -- Twelfth Night -- it was fantastic.
Spontaneous enthusiastic standing ovation. Sure to be a hit all summer long and sell out -- get your tix asap.
Rachel Cairns, v young and first time at Bard, delivered exceptional acting.
Zinyk is his usual extraordinary comedic self.
The bare bum scene is all good humour and must confess I enjoyed the brief beach beefcake workout.
This was the first time at Bard for the director Dennis Garnhum, Artistic Director at Theatre Calgary, who has an MFA in Directing from UBC. Also, he was recently awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.
The language is superb, but it is Shakespeare after all.
Change of pace but looking forward the Opening Night of Hamlet on Saturday!
739 0559 bardonthebeach.org http://www.bardonthebeach.org/2013/twelfth-night
What a jewel in Vancouver's summer crown!
Enjoy!
= 4 = {2013-6-28} have a great Canada Day long weekend!
in chronological order:
=== SATURDAY June 29th ===
~11am - 2pm ~ LEGION DAY - BBQ IN PARKING LOT
BBQ BRATWURST AND SALADS -- FREE
~ 1 - 3pm ~ Learn About Haiku at the Bamboo Festival
with the Vancouver Haiku Group at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden in the China Maple Hall, 578 Carrall St. Entrance Fee includes workshop: Adults $14, Seniors $11, Students $10 Vancouver Haiku Group members $6
For further info, contact: Angela J. Naccarato, Facilitator, Vancouver Haiku Group, angelan@telus.net
~ 8pm ~ Opening Night of Hamlet at Bard on the Beach! www.bardonthebeach.org
+ from Bard E-News:
Marsha Regis, Michael Rinaldi, & Dalal Badr in You are Very Star . Photo by Tim Matheson
Did you know that right next door to us at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, the Electric Company (co-founded by Kim Collier and Jonathon Young) is presenting their production: You are Very Star ?
Part One of the production is also created by our very own Craig Erickson!
It is an immersive, transmedia experience from Vancouver's legendary Electric Company Theatre that will transport you back to 1968, ahead to 2048, from the height of the Space Race to the dawn of a new augmented humanity.
Pushing at the boundaries of where theatre exists, You Are Very Star is encountered on-line, through social media, as a site-specific treasure hunt, and as live theatre inside Vancouver's beloved planetarium.
Now until June 29 Tues - Sun, 8pm H.R. MacMillan Space Centre Tix $15-30 Available at the door or on-line
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Canada Day in Steveston
~ 10am - 5pm ~ June 29th, 30th, and July 1st
Sat/Sun/Mon Britannia Shipyards: 100-year-old ship schooner Adventuress -- Puget Sound environmental tall ship
Mon Salmon Festival
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=== MONDAY July 1st ===
~ 10am - 10:30pm ~ canadaday.canadaplace.ca
CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS AT CANADA PLACE
Largest Canada Day celebration outside the nation's capital!
Morning -- Citizenship Ceremony
Events and music all day -- all free -- Parade at 7pm; Fireworks at 10:30pm
~ 11:30am - 7pm ~ Burger Barbecue Benefit at the Bayview
Celebrate Canada Day with a barbecue in Horseshoe Bay and help the Lookout Society serve those who are homeless.
The Bayview Convenience Store in Horseshoe Bay is hosting a barbecue on Canada Day, serving hamburgers and drinks by donation. Funds raised will go to Lookouts North Shore Housing Centre, which operates a shelter and transitional housing for those who have been homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Location: Bayview Convenience Store, 6396 Bay Street Questions? Contact Michael McQuillan
~ 4:30pm ~ Canada Day Celebration and Fireworks in WEST VANCOUVER
{amazing this only appeared on the DWV website about Friday, 28th, lunchtime}
Come to a Red and White Picnic at John Lawson Park, followed by fireworks at 10:30 p.m. more
View and download our Canada Day information (PDF)
Time: Performers take the stage from 4:30-10:30 p.m. with fireworks to begin at 10:30 p.m.
~ 4:30pm ~ CANADA DAY BBQ at the LEGION
BURGERS, POTATO SALAD, AND TOSSED GREEN SALAD; $7.00 TICKETS AT THE BAR
~ 7:30pm ~ Canada Day performance --- 2-for-1 premium seats to Avenue Q
Use promotion code 714 0 Buy tickets online or call the Arts Club box office at 687 1644
Take advantage of this special Canada Day offer: buy one premium seat and get the second free! Bring a friend and enjoy the hit Broadway musical that The Georgia Straight lauds as one of the summers biggest treats. Come down to Granville Island on July 1 and join Princeton, Trekkie Monster, and the whole gang from Avenue Q.
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PEEK AHEAD:
+ Upper Lands WG 7pm Tues July 2 at Cmnty Ctr (Cedar Room)
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+ Back from the Opening Night (and reception) of Bard on the Beach's Hamlet.
A palpable hit!
Forgive me, but it's bound to slay audiences all summer.
and not just b/c of the fencing fight -- v well executed.
The varied music was also noteworthy, and contributed to the atmosphere. In fact was told Torquil Campbell composed some of it. (He's the v talented son of Douglas Campbell, and has acted at Bard.)
Generation Y will notice cell phones and tablets, even a security TV monitor.
Duncan Fraser (who plays four characters but mainly the slain king) lurks thus keeping the main element present though dead.
As Artistic Director Christopher Gaze told us when giving the introductory comments for Opening Night, the added scene with Ophelia (Rachel Cairns) and Hamlet (Jonathon Young) before it starts tells us what we need to know about their relationship (and can be seen in the trailer).
Costumes: mostly black and white but colour in the play within a play.
The set was good and flexible. And we all know the backdrop is to die for.
Don't know that summer audiences wd welcome the full, four-and-a-half-hour play (b/c of the time on a summer night), but it is substantial at almost three hours so one can savour the essence.
Guaranteed you'll hear many well-known soliloquies meaningfully delivered, and with refreshing interpretations.
Go and enjoy!
TRAILERS:
Twelfth Night: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTHz_B-F2Es&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PL2E05F9CBD62D046B
Hamlet: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaS0KDV6tUA&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PL2E05F9CBD62D046B
= 5 = Tu/Wed/Th Mtgs
Great Canada Day! :-) Property Taxes due today July 2nd :-(
Just in case WVM14 not out today, the Upper Lands WG meets at 7pm (Cedar Rm, WVCC) tonight (Tues 2nd)
and on Wednesday July 3rd:
7:30am Field Sport Forum Working Group Meeting
10am Invasive Plants Working Group Meeting
6:30pm Public Information Mtg for 2074 Fulton Avenue Devt Proposal No.12-073
Field Sports at M Hall; Invasive Plants at the Worksyard on Cypress; 2074 in Arts Studio at WVCC.
Thursday (4th) is WVMuseum's Opening Reception at 7pm for:
Ron Thom and the Allied Arts July 5 to September 21, 2013
= 6 = NOTICE {sent July 6}
An art walk Sunday, then main items Monday at Ccl:
= Public Hearing: 2074 Fulton: from sgl-fam to three units with FAR of 0.61 not counting the basements! {.35FAR is max in WV}
= Ccl Mtg: Invasive Plants WG Interim Report; Proposed Nature Ctr in Navvy Jack House; Second/Third Readings for 2074 Fulton; Ccl Mtg Schedule Amendment; PSB; Corresp: dogs; garbage pick-up; 1300blk (many); Upper Lands WG ToR; 1st Quarter Operating Results and Capital Plan Progs; Electoral Boundaries (and have also bolded some subjects some readers might be interested in).
= QTP
must rush
This was to go out this morning but decided shd read all the Correspondence first -- took all afternoon! Some thoughtful letters. In particular many re 1300blk -- letters from Barry Hall, Peter Lambur, Gary Hiscox (several), Melinda Slater, and others come to mind. One letter, thinking of WV, included an op-ed piece from NYT re Turkey, v interesting. MP Weston says we shd think about our electoral boundaries (fed redistribution).
The minutes from the DRC mtg are exemplary -- records questions and answers so we are aware of the situation; well done. The Bd of Variance minutes however lack even essential information for a citizen to understand the basis for a decision. Someone was asking for a variance and the minutes say: "X provided info on hardship" -- what the heck does that tell you?
HORSESHOE BAY ART!
On Sunday July 7, 2013, from 11am to 4pm, twelve local artists - 4 ceramic artists, 4 painters, 2 photographers and 2 multimedia artists - will display their work at 9 locations in the community of Horseshoe Bay. Enjoy the route on foot (45min) or catch our FREE shuttle bus from the Gleneagles Community Centre parking lot every half hour starting at 11am. The shuttle will continue a circle route to all artists locations throughout the day until 4pm.
=== CCL NOTES -- June 17 ===
ABBREVIATIONS, ACRONYMS, INITIALISMS puzzling you? See: http://www.westvan.org/glossary/
>>> SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING NOTES June 17
4:30 PM IN THE MUNICIPAL HALL MAIN FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
Note: At 4:30 p.m. the sp Ccl Mtg will commence in open session in the MFCR and will be immediately followed by a motion to exclude the public in order to hold a closed session, pursuant to section 90 of the Cmnty Charter. At 7pm the regular Ccl Mtg will commence in the Council Chamber.
4:30 PM
1. Call to Order.
EXCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC
2. RECOMMENDED:
THAT in the public interest, mbrs of the public be excluded from part of the June 17 sp Ccl Mtg on the basis of matters to be considered under the following section of the Cmnty Charter.
90. (1) A part of a council meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to or is one or more of the following:
(e) the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land or improvements, if the council considers that disclosure could
reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the municipality; and
(k) negotiations and related discussions respecting the proposed provision of a M service that are at their preliminary
stages and that, in the view of the ccl, could reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the M if held in public.
Purpose of meeting: land and proposed provision of municipal service matters.
3. Adjournment
>>> REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING NOTES JUNE 17
REVISED June 17 (Items 2, 6, 7, and 14.1) For On-Table Items Please See Items 3, 5, 6, and 7
7:00 PM
1. Call to Order.
Mayor: excuse me, everyone; like to call the ccl mtg to order
[thump, thump]
Mayor: if we can get quiet here so we can call the mtg to order and Ms Scholes won't have to throw anybody out....
2. Approval of June 17, 2013 Regular Council Meeting Agenda
amended by: adding to Item 5 a report dated June 17, 2013;
moving Item 6 to be considered immediately after Item 9;
3. Adoption of Council Meeting Minutes
RECOMMENDED: THAT the following Minutes be adopted as circulated:
May 27, 2013 special and regular Council meetings;
June 3, 2013 special and regular Council meetings; and
June 10, 2013 Public Hearing and special Council meeting.
{wonder why none available on the DWV website when the agenda went up, hm???
we're supposed to be able to review them before the mtg to make sure accurate, esp to our own remarks --
there've been many instances of delaying the minutes, so why not only put them on the agenda once they're ready from Thursday evening when the agenda comes out?}
{UPDATE: links were put in later so copied here for this newsletter.
-- Even later: some links broken on new website, alas}}
REPORTS
4. Reports from Mayor and Councillors on Boards, Committees, and Working Groups
Mayor: We are having a sp mtg, we[with] Sch Bd and WVPD, re long boarding Wed June 26 at KMC, from 6 to 8pm...
The Legion have asked me to remind everybody the BC Yukon Command have declared June 24 to June 30 as Legion Week and Branch 60 will be holding an open house on Saturday June 29 to display memorabilia and hope to attract youth to attend; they've invited Police, Fire, and other services, to show their displays also. They will highlight the event by holding a nbrhd picnic and thank the cmnty for supporting them during their poppy campaign. The picnic will be non-alcoholic and will be provided at no cost to guests and they encourage all to come and enjoy the barbecue.
Sop: going to bring your longboard up to Kay Meek?
Mayor: if I had one
ML: second of two re cell phone towers; I attended first one last week, fair number of the public
anyone interested in xxx
Sop: nbrs in Rosebery area 26th, advised xxx
TP: NSh seniors' picnic WV Cmnty Ctr's great lawn...[Thu June 27] ev welcome, no cost or ... to attend
make sure for all of xxx to connect with xxx
followup attending FCM: never attended before, so beneficial being in Vancouver
demonstrated great success, work hard for us across Canada
Lions' Gate xxx; Youth Ccl -- signif diff between youth and baby boomers
get stats ... xxx car ownership decreasing xxx ... to 27%
maybe add some more next time around
Mayor: look forward to it. Cclr Cam?
CC: pass
Mayor: Cclr Gamb
NG: I'll pass also
5. 2012 Annual Report and 2012 Financial Information Act Reports (Statement of Financial Information)
MK: been available since May 30; staff have responded to queries and met with some
Staff amended three of the figures; allow reader to assess; better represent the 5-yr plan; changes
xxx DCC not when xxx; only gen xxx; water.....
opinions ... fairly ... shared by District auditors as well ... cash-based document
not nec... remind Ccl as was discussed at Audit
reserve policies, use of reserve
Mayor: it is not a stmt, just the budgeted xxx
MK: yes
CALL FOR PUBLIC INPUT
RECOMMENDED: the Annual Report for the year ended Dec 31, 2012 and all written and oral submissions be received.
Sop moved: THAT the 2012 Financial Information Act Reports (Statement of Financial Information) as presented to the Audit Committee on May 27, 2013 be approved for submission to the Ministry of Cmnty, Sport, and Cultural Devt and made available for public information, pursuant to theCmnty Charter sections 168 and 97 and to the FIA section 2 and the Financial Information Regulation 371/93 Schedule 1, subsection 9(2) and 10.
Mayor: anyone want to address?
Sop: move 'as revised' be received; as presented to the Audit Cmte
NG: guess ppl in gallery can't see this
this includes Ccl and staff -- many called and asked: why does your staff get so much money?
Mr Koke or [TJ?]
Mayor: a bit off the topic
NG: thought it was
Mayor: want report?
NG: didn't think it needed a report; thought we ...
Mayor: do you feel our staff is overpaid?
LAUGHTER
MK: Ccl have bn working on looking at exempt in xxx
found not been updated since 2007
xxx comparable ... at 60th percentile
exempt staff, some increases required to get to xxx; so answer, no, staff are not over compensated.
{hm ... 60th means over the average (wch is 50 percentile); besides was the comparison done with similar popns?
Much is being said about Premier's Christy Clark's staff making too much and some salaries (crown corps?) said to be higher than Obama's. Anyway, some preliminary googling turned up a BC MLA's salary as about $101K with $90K in addn for premier. If this is so, not only does an MLA, responsible for more than the popn of one municipality (WV has under 45K) make less than WV's CAO (in 2012 $230K+), so does the premier!}
6. Official Community Plan Amdmt, Rezoning, and Devt Permit Applicn for the 1300blk south of Marine Dr
Click here to view large plans associated with this project.
---> moved to after item 9
[7:30]
Sokol: give some history; gen opinion responding; gen direction
ht and massing no longer an issue; xxx DRC
clear "what xxx that mean xxx"
Nov 2013; devt consideration process
staff seeking direction to move forward; Sept/Oct bylaws for first reading
been asked to direct preparation of bylaws; Ccl concurs with views of DRC
{presumptuous?}
fundamentally a good proj; ht and massing hv bn addressed
{according to whom?}
design details to be worked out
DP drawings will be refined; once to cc -- first reading as it stands, direct to revise drawing
or direct staff to work further with the DRC
{sounds good}
any refinements wd be relatively minor
{not nec?}
Oct 13 ... public input
Sop: ... concern about massing in the middle of the bldg why not have them attend to it before?
Sokol: proj moving in the right direction
they recommended wd be on DP level drawings
basis of ht and overall xxx
Sop: get to fall not going to cut Grosv off at the knees
Sokol: basic fundamentals good -- ht and massing resolved
{according to whom?}
Sop: was stated at the mtg massing, how interpreted?
Sokol: the overall massing of the bldg
minor tweaks dealt with by staff before comes back to Ccl
Mayor: helpful to ask applicant about some of the questions Sop raised
CC: xxx
Mayor: Cclr Cam
CC: Sop liaison, I'm alternate and asked; told they didn't deal with ht and density
Chair stated massing was more the concern
DRC was not asked specifically ht and massing as in the original round
only reason was b/c I asked at the end of the mtg
Kim {chair} had heard that ht and density was not the issue
Sokol: xxx
CC: massing was more the concern
Sokol: DRC has? asked about reducing the ht of the bldg; xxx [7:43]
James Patillo: was going to give a quick presentation then Mr Cheng may help to answer some of your questions
first, agreement with the recomms of the staff report; agrmt with timeline
plsd with DRC? made progress; considered many options; final, resubmission in July
signif impact on Amb economy; retail increased
180 new residents ---> $700K annual retail spending
comprehensive retail strategy
small scale shops and services; right mix of tenants
expertise to put xxx
[APPLAUSE]
7 and 6 [storeys] will not destroy character, confirmed by DRC
{yes, they're professionals but what about local residents?}
elegant and exquisite gateway for decades to come
James Cheng: [7:47] -- massing and density, overall form
Sop was raising xxx? that form
resolve vertical and horizontal elements; fully resolve to further refine
Cclr Cam was perfectly correct
normally when DRC is in support they don't comment; no comment, in support
{radical assumption; no doubt sometimes DRC mbrs both on what they like/support and don't like/support}
all issues not satisfied with
fair representation -- [notes]
won't bore Ccl with presentation we gave to DRC, it's same; agree with ev one of the staff recomms
TP: have been attending
looking at the recomms in front of me -- is (b) what they're trying to address?
Mark Ballard [realtor]: my prev comments so don't have to repeat here?
lose some of my views; sought public collab; moving to Amb for this; Amb dreary needs something
not nec to play chicken; look at cmnty needs, looking forward for decades; prop values going to go up with revit
passionate about this, down to four, lose what makes this a xxx driven
dvprs gotta take away sqftg, floors,
{"NO WAY"; applause}
look to our future; planning; European cities look at
{APPLAUSE}
Will Ballard: grew up in WV; [studied] Urban Land Economics
grow horizontally before growing vertically
demand for an area increases, naturally have to increase the amt of housing; pushes ppl out of the market
will be starting a new fam, high, forced me out
agree with the increase in density Grosv has proposed
[CLAPPING in gallery]
{hm. But in fact it was Ccl -- Cclr Cam? -- who suggested an increase in density; Grosvenor then went from 88 units to 100 units. Give Ccl some credit! And it was better/preferable to Grosvenor's original proposal!}
Russ Meiklejohn: pleasure of looking down on this from our deck; no expectation
we have an architectural practice 1400 MDr; moved to WV, wonderful, before that NV, etc.....
also worked with Jim Cheng -- he's one of our best
sympathize with Jim and his team -- dealing with cmnty groups
{oh my. Sympathy having to deal with cmnty groups, aka residents? Unaware what municipal govt is all about?
Come up with something, prepare residents, that they're wild about. Take the challenge!
No doubt if imposing something overwhelming/overpowering dramatically different from the surroundings the residents are living in and familiar with, one might expect some resistance....}
dangerous when you took it
a number of opinions on a cmte not nec in agreemt with ea other
architectural work is as good as the clarity of mandate; landmark bldg; striking
for me what's missing, think DRC [said?] this; kind of detail and scale that makes it a village, village building
back to the question of size
no way around it; this is a v large project
to suggest ht and massing no longer an issue, a lot of ppl in this room and the other wd disagree with you
takes too much light out of the street; balance of the streetscape suffers for it
devt economics, cost of the land -- if we lowered our expectation compensation, devpr wd hv no prob taking a bit of bulk out
Stephen Davis: 30-yr resident; own the smallest store in Amb I'm sure; involved since initial briefings
do esp for ppl of my gen; with rezoning of waterfront, be a game changer; my gen will enjoy for years to come
mbr of WV field hockey club and sit on board
over the past year -- parking is becoming an issue -- huge; ppl not always able to take public transport
the sports clubs are growing; hope go fwd
[CLAPPING]
Glenda Fitzgerald: own xxx only half a blk away; if built best thing to happen in Amb forever
whole block so as not to copycat
bldg high end residential
open spaces, quaint shop, green park and the sea
bldg ht, Grosv has tried to avoid the tower; this is graduated
bldg my mum lives on 19th and doesn't have grass on it
PkR -- fear of unknown ...... fear of change
xxx fear of big boxes; home depot tucked in xxx
just say no-ers Home Depot, love village at PkR
{the Big Boxes ppl rejected were much larger than what was then built}
days it opens sipping coffees in the sun, they'll say this is fantastic
change the face of Amb; faith in others and embrace change
R Podgurski: 25 yrs, privileged to be in this world class city
none proud to enter Amb as it is today; high time it takes place
Maggie Pappas: representing 350 mbrs of Ch of Commerce
signs saying "no more than four" -- elephant in the room -- biz case of four? I'd say no
$66M for the two pieces of prop divided by 90 units -- $3.5M for eight floors
raising land value per unit double
devt costs; $10.5M for a unit -- higher than downtown
{these figs!!!!!}
not for four floors and cmnty shd look at that
change in the wind; the few young --- they are our future; go ahead with this design
John Cave: travel biz, 1361 MDr
1953; family; all committed to this cmnty
thank M staff for bringing xxx; thank Grosv for three years; brought this exceptional design
time to drive toward completion
[8:11] see xxx blocking views {gave addresses}
whole of 1400 hi rises; many signed
NIMBYs -- fine for them to live in hi rise; ocean views from most floors
Ccl shd not be swayed by a small minority that wants to
living in WV for 65 years; 1300 and 1400 same I frequented as a youth; xxx
right time to have this approved; thank you to staff for effort you've put in
Grosv new xxx ... Smith xxx [8:13] ; ... send to xxx
Tina Rowntree: over 40 years, three sons; raised funds for xxx
father-in-law Gordon Rowntree made many positive changes
{he was an alderman, as they were called then, in the 1980s}
change Grosv bring in met with joy; creating a village square; money for police stn
Mayor: Stan Pitman
[SP]: Shawn; thanks for pushing ahead
totally approp to put this prop to use
congratulations to Ccl, attract[ed] an intl group
research ... my circle of friends keen to see what see on this
1300 is not in the middle of a watershed, old growth, xxx [8:17]
cd be really something
Mayor: my apologies for getting your name wrong
Stephanie Laporta: been here before in full support; agree with Mark Ballard
there [cont?], see what it can do
remind Ccl submitted over 200 names, fully support this proj
Grosv received feedback, not pleased, thrilled come back; reduced ht and unit size
let's not be a city of "no"; desperately need some life; approval process
[CLAPPing]
Jane Monteiro: I'm not one of the NIMBYs in a bldg mentioned
in support; entrepreneurs trying to make their biz work
up for giveaways; might do the [8:20] honour to buy something
miss, gone seven yrs ago
is this a new store, and it's been around for five years
revitalize cmnty as a whole; will attract locals as well as non-locals
go to your local merchants and ask them yourselves
J Timko: not much of a public speaker
lived here for more than 40 years, watch it deteriorate, reminds me of Czechoslovakia
v much in support
Cliff DuFresne: congratulate the Mayor on getting my name right
Mayor: an easy one
CD: noes [8:22] -- process -- what a terrible forum
1200 against over four storeys -- usually the negatives show up and can't help influencing your decision
Police and Fire [bldgs] not earthquake proof
when need them most, they're digging out of rubble
new SG $37M ... cover that cost
suspect they don't shop, not affected by dying merchants; wdn't be affected by seven storeys
only way you can... is by voting against this, lower than seven......
WV will lose income so debt and taxes; vote against or lose
Grosv's experience will drive others away; Amb merchants will wither away
{how negative! what little faith in how wonderful WV is! It has lots of appeal....}
yes, keep debt and taxes down
{as if we can't regardless of this devt!}
APPLAUSE
a few words on densification
campaign ... housing options ... down finances
terrible forum to assess mood of the residents
opp to be the Ccl to do something for Amb
Selina Ladak: resident since age of 8
successful biz; on what basis can you reject this proposal? a majority in favour
naysayers
whole point is the current of? is woefully lacking
current bldgs uninspired and do not do it justice
.... shuts down at 9pm, forcing ppl to go over town; give ppl a reason to stay and spend money here
most importantly a gathering place, proud to call our own
don't behave like one, world class
Grosv; who's going to build here?
some NIMBY, some want to better the cmnty
my biz supports Kay Meek, etc; our voices shd be heard too
assumption our Ccl is visionary
this is not what I hear and see, resistance to any type of change
{exaggeration; virtually all in favour of devt, change, just not that high or massive.}
never heard such impassioned pleas wrt the construction of a bldg
not approving, ignoring the will of the ppl
let's do the right thing
Paul Giesbrecht {NB: this is his first time speaking; he speaks a second time later}: entire life; [owner of] Leslie Jane 1978
we have seen the area deteriorate over the years
{has anyone researched how many businesses not locally owned so just held as an investment?
same with units left empty, and some blocks above Upper Levels with empty houses.....}
want to see change to see it prosper; turnover high; streetscapes poor, not a shopping destination
this devt start to liven the area
density imp, provided by this proj, vibrance; introduce new customers; in need of revitalization; need investment such as Grosv's
reestablish Amb as a shopping destination; be a catalyst
if it doesn't go through, xxx , doesn't give a good impression
Grosv acted in good faith; including height, addressed in this cmte as well; existing bldgs in Amb exceed this ht
I have a signed letter from many merchants; only started gathering sigs on Sat, got 26, can get more
SOME CLAPPING
Keith Pople: {TEXT SUPPLIED}
I am one of the 1600 residents who signed ADRAs petition requesting that buildings on 1300 block South Marine Drive be limited to no more than four storeys in height. I believe that the six- and seven-storey east-west wall of buildings in the applicants current proposal is not appropriate in this seaside section of our community.
I believe there is general agreement amongst West Vancouver residents that Ambleside Village is in need of revitalization and redevt. The restaurants, wine bars, and amenities that residents would like are usually situated at street level and can be provided in buildings of any height.
Some of the most vibrant and successful business areas in Metro Vancouver - Robson St., Edgemont Village, and Kerrisdale shopping centre on 41st Avenue are zoned for two- or three-storey buildings.
Grosvenor should be requested to submit an alternative proposal for a lower height devt something along the lines of the three-storey devt they are currently proposing in Edgemont Village, North Vancouver.
Based on my review of the District website it seems that a modest level devt was never requested because, in 2011 the Ambleside Revitalization Commission (consisting of two council members and five residents, 80% of whom were developers), without public input, recommended Ambleside be redeveloped in a manner which would pay for a new and costly PSB.
Essentially, this means that we are sacrificing the unique character of Ambleside Village to pay for a PSB. .
In Conclusion:
If approved this current devt proposal will radically change the character of Ambleside and West Vancouver.
Both ADRA and I would like to see this area revitalized but with lower height and density buildings .
Residents need more time and information and an explanation as to why Council are considering this major change to our community before we prepare bylaws to accommodate the current proposal.
Ultimately, I believe that this proposed change to our community is sufficiently important to warrant a referendum to determine the will of the community as a whole.
Elaine Fonseca: 37 years; I walk, I don't drive around Amb,
1600 who said 4, no more been submitted; too massive for this site; want devt but not at this site
NIMBY naysay devpr realtor with [8:37]
lower density in this block; more ppl, more services we need; more traffic and a lack of parking
sticking a button on not intellectual discourse?
concerned residents being heard
voted, shd be listening to us; where's the money?
Police xxx; we have enough, in the Endowmt Fund; more than enough
don't need this ht; respect majority of
M and L Jessiman-Phair: 1845 Belevue; in support of this; thank Grosv for all their interest
prop has been nothing but dirt; wd like to see move forward; fabulous
C Gielnik: in support of this proj
bldgs in Czech Rep; see some similarities
even though this is a slightly larger bldg, designed in a stylish way
major thing missing in Amb cmnty is lack of focal point
clapping [8:42]
Linda Kowalski: thanks able to speak
IMO it's about devt in Amb and the way
traffic; expect to see parking on up on xxx
small village devt with no more than two storeys
Denman is an incredibly vibrant street; same for Robson; Kerrisdale
diversity does not include exp that chn and local ppl cannot afford
don't need Grosv to build something [to] fit with WV
Eric Moran: voice my support for this initiative; support unwavering
delays pitfalls and divisions; financial costs on both sides; lamenting lack of public funds
comments made by another speaker
carefully and cautiously well-structured deal
sell for less? ev penny xxx WV needs the
deep in scope and broad in xxx; details from DRC to hide behind xxx
trust -- leave with this thought
is your legacy regen of a poor cmnty gateway or a panoramic photo of a barren tract of land?
we count on your judgement and foresight
CLAP
Barb Hunter: leasing vs selling; financial benefits of leasing
{320 TWay Twin} Towers, enough $; including devt of rec ctr
xxx you shd reconsider; can't be resold
parking and traffic flow -- nothing here
car -- on hill, rain critical, a traffic study before not after
I know you take it seriously; still a lot of concern about ht
don't want to lose village atmosphere but want devt; viable options for all
Kathleen Kischer: live right in the ctr of no more than four; understand
even my husband is opposed to the project, I on the other hand am [8:52]
Pk Royal is the village, Whole Foods
proud of my city; not speaking about what this will bring
need densification to do ... ; offer to our chn
wish more youngish like me here but too busy with their family
want to be able to be in the heart of our cmnty
the other night, live a block from the project -- cdn't go anywhere
to Chez Michel wine; and it was 8:30 on a Friday
think it's the most fabulous; fantastic opp
CLAP
Christine Ballantine: [TEXT supplied; this is correct spelling of name (incorrect in DWV minutes)]
Mayor and Council please reject this proposal!
I feel the process to get here is questionable, but, moreover, the residents of Ambleside, we who live and shop here, do not want it! We WANT a smaller scale development.
You would know that if, instead of the Mayor and Developer meeting and currying favour with the Chamber of Commerce and the like, you could have actually held a meeting specifically for Ambleside Residents. Why was this not done? I understand in the case of other developments the nearby residents, who will be most [affected], are specifically consulted. Why not here? I feel it is because the Developer and your Planning Department do not really want our opinion!
Do not tell me Ambleside Residents could be heard at those Developer-led Ideas Fairs. The Developer had its own agenda and specifically suppressed any discussion on height and density. They actually said that they would not consider a smaller building!
I would not be here if I did not know that there are many people who feel as I do. We want a devt here but, not this. We have been told this is the most desirable property in Greater Vancouver, so, we should have no need to exploit height or density.
I am wearing my label, No More than 4, that the Mayor considers not his idea of intelligent discourse! How insulting is that to all those who have worn this label! How insulting is it to the over 1600 concerned citizens who have signed a petition voicing their disapproval of this oversized development.
The Mayor is quoted as saying, village atmosphere, whatever that is? I remember Prince Charles asking, whatever that is, about love!
There has not been proper consultation with the people most affected by this devt, the people of Ambleside. They have been ignored and dismissed as unimportant!
As I have stated before, at the Kay Meek on the 23rd of January, those who do not live in Ambleside do not care a damn as to what is built, as it does not affect them!
Of course I am going to defend my property, one pays a $100,000 premium and more to have a view. Up to a four-storey devt on the 1300 Block was an understood part of my buying on 14th Street. We cannot all live on Argyle! Even a Real Estate Agent has admitted that our values will take a hit.
Why should the Ambleside residents be the sole ones to carry this burden of financing the Safety Building? All W.V. residents should shoulder this expense in the form of higher taxes or whatever, as they ALL benefit from enhanced Safety Facilities.
After this Council has gone, will they look with pride at their legacy of this oversized building dominating a once lovely open seaside vista? The residents left with the Mayor's lack of understanding of a village atmosphere?
Please, I implore you to vote with your conscience to the people of Ambleside who live and support the village to turn down this out of place oversized development.
IT IS NOT WANTED!
Thank you.
Barry Marshall: not much reason -- Sarah McLachlan
support of Grosv devt, exceptional level of design
living in a dream world
in favour of devt, but will change Amb forever; more reason to come down to Amb
right price at this time; strength
talked to a lot of ppl; meets mandate; maximize needs of cmnty
you who've taken the lead and hope rest will follow
renewed? Amb Now, not sometime later
Connie Hart: two elem kids; demographic in WV getting younger
once change xxx; support the project; vote for change
making Amb Bizes go bankrupt today
Mayor: Tabitha Toy? No? Carolanne Reynolds
CR: Good evening... just sitting there jotting down some notes, so this is not going to be organized, but it's going to be a few points....
btw, you can't win -- a couple of times ppl hv started night places down along MDr that had noise and things after 9[pm] and the nbrs complained about that too.
so the first
Congratulations to Grosvenor for coming and offering some ideas for us
I still feel as someone else said tonight that it shd be lease rather than sale, just as Grosv themselves don't sell, they lease.
It doesn't make sense to sell land to build a bldg that's going to deteriorate. What are you going to do when that bldg deteriorates? you've sold the land.
The other thing -- someone said it [police stn] was run down. The NSh Preservation Society mentioned to me that the Police Stn is actually a heritage bldg; it has quite a background, but anyway it shd hv been kept [up] xxx everything.
{The point I was trying to make -- not well, and truncated b/c partly inaudible -- is that heritage buildings are often lost through neglect unfortunately, and this may be another case. OTOH, it is also my opinion that this spot is too valuable to be a police stn but the decision to put it there was made many years ago.}
I went to the DRC mtg, and listening to it it sounded as if they expected this design to come back. Also the minutes were not adopted and we were assured we'd be able to see them before this mtg.
{how many cd or did? they made valuable suggestions last time and Grosv accepted some.}
Oh, and I shd say, I'm a Libran so I'm in the muddled middle. I'm not on the side of NIMBYs (Not in My Back Yard) but I'm not on the side of the BAAADs, Build Anything Anywhere Anytime Developers. I wd like to be in the middle and try to work our way through it in a rational progressive productive collegial way.
At the ADRA AGM they said they didn't need the money from Grosv, they'd be happy to pay a levy for something so important as a PSB, so I thought you shd know that.
Now, at the DRC, as Cclr Cameron said, what about height and density? There was a sort of stunned silence b/c the chair said, "oh, we're not talking about that." So that was quite a shock to many of us. Also, so if you want them to talk about ht and density and massing, perhaps you shd ask them.
Also, one of the mbrs mentioned--
although this discussion was about lowering the bldg, cuz most ppl thought it was too high, discussion in Ccl was to lower it 40 - 45ft, it was decided 30ft
{that was the motion that was passed at Ccl}
it was a surprise to me that they came with 27ft, and then at the Design Review Cmte, one of the mbrs pointed out that one of the bldgs was only down 16.5 ft and the other was [down] 17.5ft.
{did anyone seriously think it meant adding how much each was lowered to get to 30ish? Surely the overall horizontal height shd hv been lowered 30ft. Why wd Ccl accept a new design that was not as much as the motion they approved?}
So it made me think this was sort of like a chess game or bargaining. You start with more than you want and then you get brought down to what you want.
I think this process has been v good in that it has given us a bit of time to do some, alternate designs, alternate ideas.
I think if you're worried about PkR sucking all the biz from Amb, if Grosv is really v v successful we might have a magnet that still pulls shoppers from Amb.
{the Chinese saying, be careful what you wish for}
So anyway you had some iterations coming to a compromise with the waterfront, I hope with Grosv's revitalizations, sorry, revisions, and your looking at it again, that with the next go-round we're going to get something that most ppl will agree with.
We all want change.
We all want a devt.
The question is, what sort of change?
I'm one of those ppl [who] said right from the beginning, I wd favour an average of five storeys across the whole thing, so some cd be two, some cd be five, some cd be eight so you've got a variety-- Mayor: you have to--
CR: north south, ppl have the view through and they're not blocked.
Mayor: we get that, Carolanne, so thanks v much
CR: I thought the bell was for so many seconds before
Mayor: no, the bell means your three minutes is up
CR: oh, they used to be 15 seconds before. Anyway, thank you.
{NB: at PHs and Public Mtgs, the procedure is a warning 15 seconds before limit}
{CLAPS}
Christine Banham: top two priorities of Ccl
for all WVancouverites; risk it never gets started
Grosv will walk away; [lose?] rev $55M; affect all of us
[9:09] R Romses: through items 2 and 3
wait until further opp [for] proper open forum; this is a bit of a last-minute ditch
don't say it now, won't xxxx
not against devpr; needed
seems we've only had one scheme; a lot of other proposals shd be looked at briefly
a lower scale approach; a more compatible relationship to the village of Amb
I'm a retired architect so not trying to get biz
break down this mass to other elements
two-level to four or five in a variety as the lady suggested but keeping scale down
two level lower portion around both Marine and Amb, bigger space in the middle
help the retailers be more successful
north not having any contact with the South
in four or five floors can get almost the same units as now; with diagonal view to water may be be even more valuable
shd be looked at, such an imp proj
shd be given opp before we foreclose on this matter
Scenery Slater: [TEXT SUPPLIED]
Mayor and Council -
I am here to ask that you reject this proposal.
I feel the process itself has not served either residents or the developer very well. I also feel that both citizens and Council are not receiving complete or balanced information related to this development.
That aside, the most compelling reason to reject this proposal is that it is not supported by a majority of the public. There are a vast number of citizens that don`t want this development. I think staff may have missed the ADRA petition when they reported that the public is about evenly split on this issue, but even so half is not good enough. Half is a divided community. We were told some time ago that it was up to the developer to come up with a design that the public would support. They have not done that.
There is something inherently wrong about a process that has so many repeating the same concerns again and again with no apparent resolve in sight.
The vast majority of the community wants to see this site developed. Yet we have not capitalized on this golden opportunity. This type of consensus is a rare gift that should not be frittered away.
There is something wrong when proposals create conflict, discord, and fear for so many rather than confident anticipation for most.
This is not the right development for this site. We need to see some realistic smaller scale alternatives and options. This would have the potential to unite the community and still provide significant revenue for both the District and the right developer.
It is possible to meet all of our objectives. It is what we deserve. This proposal does not do that, so please reject it.
{some comments were made off-script
we were told when you gave the DRC those ten items, how 16 to 17 add up to 27
half is not good enough
devpr to come up with a design public wd like; didn't do that}
Melinda Slater: consensus shd be redevt
not on ht; OCP has created uncertainty; xxx
density was avoided; ideas fairs, told too early; not to worry Ccl has final say
anonymous questions and survey
'no more than 4' gave a platform for those
have attended to xxx; smaller devt wd serve same purpose
[8:17] even if 50-50, can't consider won over cmnty at large
xxx and conflict; without backtracking that's what we have to do
app a lot of pressure
Robbie Innes (Innis?): don't put the timer on; win 649?
too bad many don't live near; why not come down to shop?
we have 12 stores in Amb that sell ladies' clothes
your Dir of Planning used a coffee shop, a two-storey bldg, as an example of a thriving biz
{CBC interview on radio, 'On the Coast'}
will sell, empty and dark as 255 in Van are doing
what stores? will you now come down and shop?
no more than 4? you're tuning out the ppl you represent
[9:20] pls do the right thing; reject this devt as it now stands
are you going to take another look at the H Y Louie and their ten and 15 storeys?
demography younger; stats Can does not agree
{some numbers given}
and they're not going to be buying these condos
K Tong: Amb since 1999
recent centennial -- are we truly planning for the next 100 years?
contrary to some recent, I'm for and pro and actively supporting this devt
my son back, devt in NV and in Vanc, nothing change in Vanc
why are we holding on to this village setting -- one bldg will not change
went to xxx whereas Beach House or Mangia Bevi xxx
consider and move forward; wonderful proposal; show leadership
xxx rather than 1600; those who come
D Higa: my name is? economic
when it's gone, it's gone; land made Li Ka-shing
outsmart small town politicians; throwing out ec benefits like that
where did they get the number of shoppers?
a referendum will give the true numbers
informed choice; xxx sell off our Amb jewel?
Noreen Brox: lived in WV for past 30 yrs; didn't intend to speak
lots of mtgs; large devt xxx; wrangling
the project passes; never understood ppl not [residents?] cd have xxx
[9:26] process wrong start from the beginning; off rails
we did not canvas, WV has wonderful architects
instead of sticking with one option except for minor changes
ppl cynical with the process, haven't the time xxxx
want to know what they think, you have to ask them -- easy
survey, I wasn't asked -- you need to ask
Nicky Brewer: lived here for at least 23 years, I shop here, believe in shopping locally
written letters, haven't had impact apparently
listened tonight, and wdn't
drowned out by 200 ppl more influential
a lot said tonight said wonderful things about Grosv
as a journalist, a lot of these seem scripted; I know b/c I've written them
thought Mayor's ... but have seen over and over in NSN, support for Grosv
you're not just the Mayor of Amb, you're the mayor of all WV
someone spoke of demography; they can't afford to live here
they xxx are not selling; they can't xxx; why only one devpr putting forth a xxx
if police bldg a heritage bldg why destroyed?
{the old familiar story of loss -- demolition from neglect}
Police and Fire if in same bldg, we don't lose one, we lose two
I can see by the mayor's face/look? he is not happy with what I'm saying
I'm just xxx; know you have friends
why aren't our views being heard? Mayor has made his view heard, so cclrs, I'm asking you
we want change, we want devt
without agreement?
Mayor: you'll have to wrap up
Tabitha Toy: being in media
for ev person who disagrees there are 20 but don't speak up
Tabitha Toy: 26th and Mathers; both times support
steer fiscally resp, xxx; 1300 in dire need of devt
aesthetic appeal, diversity in housing options
You, Cclr Cam, championed and on your website
Grosv has met wishes of Ccl to decrease ht and increased units...
now that Grosv has fully met these; isn't it like removing the goalie when the puck about to go in?
current bldg karma; a cmnty not afraid of change
"go, Ccl go!"
drove past Westerleigh
{keep in mind, it's leased!}
been approved
Mayor: am sure some mbrs of Ccl will tackle it
Tim Arnold: a hi rise appears to have been virtually a done deal since day one; anyone who doesn't believe that is naive in the extreme; all you have to do is just watch and listen to the Mayor's continual and almost fanatical praise of the devpr and their architect
attempt to sell to constituents, told gone through an exhaustive process -- to what end? [9:37]
you refuse to listen! mtgs and surveys all been overwhelmingly opposed to that bldg and it's still 100 ft hi
that's an issue. Where's the evidence that your constituents want that bldg?
It is said you prefer intelligent discourse and chastise those wearing buttons, whatever they said
I guess you prefer real intellectual discourse, like comparing your constituents who didn't agree with your view of the world to the citizens of the Gaza Strip, N Korea, and shantytown. That's high level discourse.
You refer to the bldg as an iconic bldg -- whatever that is -- and say it was designed by a world-class architect, who you told us didn't believe the ppl of WV understood the proj
That's an unfortunate insult to the constituents of this M.
I'm sure Mr Cheng is a v nice guy and a capable architect, but I don't care if designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, it doesn't make it appropriate for that site!
APPLAUSE
I wd suggest it's Mr Cheng who doesn't understand the citizens
We hear the argument from the Mayor that taller hi rises already exist in the Amb area; of course they do, that's the whole point -- the constituents are saying stop, no more -- that's enough along there
APPLAUSE
you hear criticism that suggests the Mayor is upset b/c of all the controls ppl want to put on what happens in our cmnty -- God forbid ppl want controls on what happens in their cmnty; only in North Korea
We've heard a cclr denigrated b/c not a planner or an architect, so how can they possibly have a valid opinion
We're not planners or architects -- what's that got to do with anything?
do you need to be a lawyer to have an opinion on the law?
believe it or not, many ppl have a diff view of the world than you do, so none of those arguments wash except for all the hi rises in Amb
[9:38] Finally, wd ask Ccl to remember, whether approved or rejected, pls don't chastise your constituents who don't want that bldg; we don't have a vote except at election time. You ppl choose. We all, pro and con, voice opinions. You ppl vote.
After reading and listening to the rhetoric of the Mayor; approval is the easy way out. Rejection takes more guts, and I think you're up to the challenge
{Unidentified (according to DWV minutes); handed in petition}
Ann Hamilton: hard ... mudslinging ... sad
1370 Clyde Ave xxx see not xxx?
compassion for those who have spoken on both sides
plans ... this devt directly impacts my view; thought long and hard
been involved in cmnty service
take the longer view; cmnty passionate about; imp that the devt go through
work and energy; scope investment impressive; think they care about our cmnty
{Paul Giesbrecht ? speaking for second time?}
F Stromotitch: engineer for 35 years
concerned police bldg not post-catastrophic bldg, this one you're putting up isn't either
Graveley and Cambie; tried to assess this
Gretson? doesn't have a structural engineer on staff who can do a post-c bldg
questioned Mr Cheng and haven't had a response
no structural engr at Dialog
at Graveley, a lot of glass bldg here
ha? the appearance -- once you pass the reqmt then make an ordinary design
going to have to go on with an ordinary design
Mayor: 42 sec
Ans: produce a structural engr purpose is to sell
Mayor: before we put shovel in ground
Ans: will make written and av to public as well
Barbara DuFresne: ... next month will have lived here for 65 years; Marine Dr didn't even have a light
PkR not even a light??? seen a lot of change, a lot of change
S Van Woerkens: competition; imp that we all get together on one page
Ccl, you can be the example to so that
can see diff opinion within Ccl
speed of change is humongous now
from start a lot of change has already occurred
instant gratification is what ppl looking for, my kids are
make change happen -- Ccl you're responsible for that
don't worry if elected next time or not; imp to understand what it means for biz
just started working here two years ago
if have to xxx not so sure I wd
saw a ... show, plaque at Centennial
accessible cmnties; needs of all cmnty
Christine Fernandez: Bellevue biz owner for 17 years
grow and flourish over the years
feel biz have had little input into biz areas; health of biz areas not xxx
Gaza Strip or Shambleside or just plain dumpy
two on what's wrong with Ambleside
stunning addition; catalyst for positive change for the future
want to see Amb flourish again, in minds of discerning shoppers
want my voice to be one of many in support of Grosv; so much untapped potential
do have a petition, started on June 4 -- 481 sigs to date
Mayor: anyone else want to speak?
[from gallery: I do]
Sop: I make a motion to extend
PASSED
Mayor: second time
E Morin: poll = overwhelming two to one support; in favour; over 500 respondents
many of these supporters; simply cannot go to all these mtgs
Janet Rothwell: if we're going to bring up the Mustel Survey
no wonder xxx ... worded to get support for it
Mayor: sit down, not again ... No, Carolanne, you've already spoken once;
{hasn't PG already spoken twice?}
CR: but what the person just said--
{It is permitted to bring up new information (or correct what someone has said!}
Mayor: --you're going to have to be v brief b/c it's 10 o'clock at night
CR: I also took the Mustel survey
and what I can say is they told you all these things and they said to you, do you realize that if you don't support this you won't get this, this, this, and this? So it was slanted.
{to finish: and then they asked if you'd changed your mind and wd support it}
D Thompson: [yeah, they took a] poll and apparently the NDP won!
{ LAUGHTER :-) }
magical
stay open at night; 47K residents don't come
somehow don't come they're going to come
eight floors if a place in Vanc with no views
only benefits buyers ; that's about it
lived in Amb long enough to see when vibrant; don't know what they're going to be selling
Mayor: anyone else or let cclr get
> > > TWO-MIN BREAK DECLARED < < <
{most unusual; wanna take bets counting votes for and against? 3 - 3 means it fails!}
NG: Marketing studies, not ready -- what if they say shdn't be any more or shd be more residential?
{really? Cclr Gamb asked a while ago for the studies and was stated shd be given to Ccl before voting so why haven't they got them yet???}
Sokol: studies ... not here; don't reach those conclusions; will get them in Ccl's hands as soon as ready
{but part of the nec relevant info -- why not provide it or defer till available?}
NG: re financing
money -- linked
was told by staff shd not be discussing that tonight
not sure if ev clear on that
Sokol: what is before Ccl tonight is a land-use applicn, overall goals and policies
NG: so we're not discussing that we're not supposed to
a lot asked
3dly: recommended by staff in xxx process
what does that mean, not enough for me?
I understand that this means if four ppl vote to go ahead, advance means we have confidence that the bases are correct
[10:07] and moving in right direction
Sokol: with the prep of bylaws that you shdn't do bylaws if basics are wrong
NG: although general, concise
we're not okay with all of those five things
Mayor: motion
TP: long; I move advance in devt process THAT
1. Devt Applicn by Grosvenor Capital Corp for the 1300blk Marine, advance in the devt consideration process;
2. The applicant work with staff to complete refinements to the proposal as follows:
a. Resoln of land uses in the vicinity of 13th St while striving for a viable, continuous, and occupied street-front and recognizing the function of the area as a gateway both to the Ambleside commercial area and to Amb Park;
b. Architectural refinements including:
i a stronger gateway architecture at Marine Drive and 13th Street;
ii mods to bldg elevations to fully integrate recently added vertical elements into the existing architecture;
iii stronger codification of architecture by land use;
iv division of the Bellevue building elevations into smaller elements;
v consideration of additional wall area in lieu of spandrel glass panels; and,
vi consideration of the selective use of add'l materials to assist in the differentiation of the two bldgs.
c. Consideration of additional residential units and/or second-floor office use;
d. Ensure [sic; lack of parallelism] that proposed commercial spaces are adaptable to a range of tenants consistent with the applicants retail strategy (e.g. availability of mechanical ventilation, reconciliation of potential internal layouts with external door and patio locations);
e. Coordination of residential floor and unit plans with revised building elevations;
f. Devt of details, dimensions, and maintenance plans for green roofs, green walls, and terrace perimeter landscaping; and,
g. Various public realm and landscaping revisions to ensure consistency with the Ambleside Streetscape
Standards, while allowing for contextual and sympathetic upgrades beyond the Standards;
3. Staff bring forward draft bylaws and a devt permit package for Ccl consideration after refinement, design devt,
and additional Design Review Committee evaluation;
4. Staff commence actions nec to close the Dist-owned laneway in the blk, raise title, and perform any related work; and,
5. Staff return to Council on July 22 with a progress report on a potential Community Amenity Contribution.
seconded by Lewis
Mayor: want to speak to it?
TP: of course xxx; go back and reflect on work that got us to this point; Amb Town Strategy 2007
moving to look at Amb; housing for all gens, increased integration with the waterfront; dynamic arts space;
xxx and for pedestrians, policy docimplementation stage is the toughest, tough on us and the cmnty
Amb is our gateway; recogn signif and want to get it right at some point, hope &&&continue with a signif design dialogue
been at this for a while, 3.5 years; solid and robust process; many may not agree but many wdbelieve applicant has responded well
good proj and good mid-rise proj; supporting, staff have done a tremendous job
we desperately need a new xxx
another driver -- more vital social elements
reflect on work recently done; waterfront and dedication to our envmt
keep opening up that access; need the flip side
committed to bud ? [budget?] that waterfront park-like feel
demonstrate finally dedicated that as parkland
really have to support our biz; all love and value what that town ctr is, need to take action
smart growth, xxx; never easy reflect on many things in this cmnty; it is contentious
I'm prepared to carry on; look forward to bring these bylaws, and xxx in the fall
ML: Barbara from Dundarave has lived in WV almost as long as I haveI grew up at a time there was a lumber yard at 15th and Marine Dr, two cinemas, bowling alley
needs to progress; can't stay the same and mustn't stay the same
{no one wants to stay the same! but do have preferences on wch changes and the kind}
sole redeeming ... part of the puzzle ... vibrancy component; going to be a v interesting building
textured by the architect to look like Ambleside
difficult ... 29 years 14 mos and 3 or 4 not quite sure -- don't know how you take this
two or three years taking data on this; starting to get some knowledge
now six mbrs on Ccl and hope will make decision as this goes forward
look back and say we did a good thing that Monday evening June 17
NG: Do I really have to go?
I've enjoyed being on Ccl till this minute; felt like going to the guillotine tonight
sleep medication for last six nights to help me sleep; avoid going out in garden, in case nbrs ask questions
here we are; appreciate ev coming out tonight, ev who's written to us, takes effort, really imp
heard ev, read ev; my impression of this is the split is v even, in terms of what the cmnty wants; if I were to put money on it, it's virtually a 50 - 50 split
to be honest, as a public official and a conduit of the cmnty expectations, that's the really huge problem I've having
haven't been on Ccl long enough to have much experience with this
for me, 50-50 is not good enough; splits our cmnty; don't feel comfortable with that; that's the huge problem I'm having
wd really like to shift this to 60-40 or better, 70-30 approval rating
tonight, I feel v uncomfortable with the recomms as written
went down to basement to pull out my campaign brochure; it said: I support v thoughtful and careful devt.
I think that's what's happening, but I think we have a 'ways' to go yet; we don't have the two studies about Amb marketing and commercial, makes me v uncomfortable to not have that information, and to go forward here tonight.
we're earnestly trying to revitalize Amb in many ways beyond the issue tonight for the benefit of all the cmnty
these applicants, Grosv, have acted in good faith [10:22], enhanced this proposal in many ways and I think it does have the potential to be a welcome addn to the Amb village, however I don't think we're there yet and I have a bit of a prob, just saying let's move ahead tonight and cross our fingers devpr's going to meet all the needs that we have
think the proposal still out of scale
was at the DRC mtg as well, and my impression was that the DRC was never asked directly until the last minute of the mtg about ht and density; they were not prepared to answer the question; they were not asked about massing, and the minutes indicate that massing is/was a concern of the DRC
{absolutely right; I was there too; it was Cclr CC who asked at the end of the mtg and I'd guess b/c he'd been waiting for it to be mentioned and it had not been}
I believe that if the proposal were downscaled moderately, it wd receive a resounding approval by residents and that wd make me feel a lot better
I am not afraid of change [10:24]; I am, I believe, one of the most progressive mbrs on Ccl, in terms of my thoughts on all issues so it's not change that is the issue for me, it is having more consensus in the cmnty
my understanding is sev years ago when Evelyn Dr project was in this position -- process went all the way to bylaws, stopped, then brought back
understand brought back and turned out to be much better as a result
don't have a prob saying tonight we shd still make some more revisions; think ht, density, and massing still a bit too large, let's talk about it a little more
delay two more months, not the end of the world
granted I've only bn on Ccl 18 mos, ... others longer, maybe I have a bit more energy, but I am going to be looking at this devt, and my chn will be looking at it for perhaps the next 60 years.
I don't want to make a mistake, I want to be fully confident.
My impression is when I look at the plans, that this doesn't fit in Amb as having the same character.
So the question is, do we eventually change the rest of Amb to this character, is that what we want to do?
or take this and slightly change it to match the character in Amb?
We have just approved the waterfront park area between 13th and 19th; just agreed small cottage-type bldgs are what we want. This is a long way from a small cottage.
DRC, I believe, commented that we need a better relationship between this proposal and the waterfront, and the bldgs on the waterfront in that style. So I think there's further to go there.
finally, I look at the OCP; it says density above 1.75 and more than four storeys are okay if the devt results in a superior bldg and site design and enhanced view corridors. I am not confident that this meets the test yet.
I'm not saying it won't, but I don't feel confident tonight that it meets the test.
think still too many unanswered questions from DRC
feel really uncomfortable about answering this big question of advancing the devt consideration process and what follows from that, without seeing the architectural changes and answering the other questions that remain; I'd like to see them in front of me, and I'd like the public to have had time to see them.
we've had 48 hours since we got the view studies, since Thurs afternoon, 48 working hours; I feel like we're rushing it a little bit, quite frankly.
I don't think we've done any foot-dragging, so I am v uncomfortable supporting this tonight.
CC: quite a few thoughts; worth articulating tonight given the imp of the decision
thank Grosv for their thoughtful presentation; revised proposal clearly an improvement on the originalthank them for their ongoing patience with this process; a process I feel inherently flawed
Our OCP has three holes; we call them special sites; no firmly established limits for ht and density as there are throughout the rest of the District.
instead of forging cmnty consensus on these sites, previous ccls have left this mess for future to deal with
Ccl left with v little guidance to determine what ht and density is approp ........ [10:28]harken back to Safeway site; [they] happily came along with 20 storeys and it sort of died; no sense of what is acceptable on that site; now we've got another one
Grosv left guessing and speculating about what Ccl, the District, wants [10:29]
This results probably, I wd imagine, in paying too much for the land; in a sense speculating or gambling on a big density bonus or increase; this is why we're being requested to put this level of density
{just a minute, they will only pay depending upon the density, no? we're only talking about the M-owned prop, about half the block; they paid a lower rate for the rest bought some time ago.}
no doubt three- to four- to five-storey bldg wd be viable here, depends on what you pay for the land
their primary objective (as in all devts) is to maximize the value for their shareholders; I don't fault them for thisbut Ccl's objectives and duty is v v different; Ccl's role by contrast is to safeguard the short- and long-term interests of the cmnty
however instead of setting the limits on what we accept (six, seven, maybe four, maybe five acceptable) we're forced to react in a completely reactive capacity
We're served dinner and we don't even know what we ordered; we have to accept it or reject itput simply, the whole process is backwards
this is one of, if not the, most imp decision that this Ccl will make and it will set the precedent for the future of Amb; absolutely no doubt about that
we must take the time and effort to consider all the variables and get it right.Some ppl say the process has been drawn out, I don't think it's been drawn out; this is the third time we've seen it substantively and we've taken it back for revisions and it's gotten better b/c of what we've said
up till now, I need to say this, b/c it's been on my mind.
I've been v disappointed about the tone of some of the debate about the project
I resent being told to 'man up';
{the Mayor used the term}
manning up is a gross oversimplification of a complex and difficult issue. It doesn't advance the substance of the discussion, and quite frankly, it's insulting and sexist. I'd like to see someone tell my wife to 'man up', as if she cdn't make a decision.
As for me, I'm secure enough in my manliness to admit that I've been torn over this issue; that there are things that I like about this project and things that I don't like; I've really wrestled with it as Cclr Gambioli
Past the rhetoric -- what are the sound reasons for this proj
the 1300blk needs redevt, it's a vacant lot; the biz cmnty is clear they need help and vocally supported the proj; I've heard them
we need more ppl living in Amb to increase vitality; we need more options for housing
we need public places to congregate...... and we need dollars for civic purposes
at the same time we need to get the redevt right or it will be with us for a long time; don't yet have the independent market study we've been waiting for, from the District, or from staff, so now we're in the position of making the biggest decision in Amb without having the information on its effect on the retail before us, wch seems to me absurdGrosv has v kindly provided us with a summary of their market study and the economic impacts -- of course the summary doesn't tell us the background or basis for it and we got it at 1:50 today. It's really no way to make a decision, getting information late and incomplete
we need more residences in Amb and somebody pointed out that this is on my campaign website.
This is not going to provide diversity in options.
What I supported, what Cclr Gambioli supported, in terms of housing options is options for seniors, options for couples downsizing, options for young families, options for sgl ppl -- these are going to be $2/3/4/5M condos at upwards of $2K a sq ft.
This is not providing housing options, this is a v rarefied group moving into these residences
I have v serious concerns not going to be occupied, a lot of owners with sev residences in sev countries, and we're going to get them here for part of the year, if at all
so how does that revitalize Amb?
finally on the financial return -- feel we're in a v awkward position as Ccl, tasked with both maximizing return for the District's assets and at the same time ensuring the District is devpd appropriately.
We are, I mean, ppl hv called it a conflict; I won't use that term but it's an extremely, extremely awkward position and the only way I can deal with it, see my way through, is to stipulate the proj must stand on its own merits independent of the financial return to the District.
I do think if the project doesn't go through, we still have the lands to sell {LEASE!} won't disappear, and secondly, WV is an affluent nbrhd; we don't need to sell into bad devt, or devt we don't support, to make ends meet
The real issue here is: ht, massing, density
at the outset, v important for me to say this, cuz I don't want my position to be construed wrongly. Amb is my nbhd, I shop there, apparently I'm one of the few. I'm not anti-devt, I'm not anti-devpr. I accept change needs to happen and ran on that in the election. I want to see something built in the 1300blk. I have no issue with the details of the proj. I don't care about paving, mullions wood or not, or whatever. These are all details something not qualified or Ccl intended to do
{that's design!}
however we are tasked with determining if this kind of density, ht, is acceptable acceptable on this sp site.
my gut feeling is, as with Cclr G, the proj as it is now is still too massive
it wd fit in many places; not sure how it fits here
and as Cclr G said, I'm not sure how it fits into a future vision for Amb, and the ironic thing is we don't have a future vision for Amb -- or does not involve six storeys from 13th to 19th, so how's it going to change?what's going to happen on N side? we going to have a seven-storey bldg on the S side and two-storey bldgs on the N side?
{rare to see such pressure; maybe not just over this one block/bldg. Had heard they've been buying on the north side so maybe the amt of lobbying is b/c of the potential for more -- extend to N side, easier with this precedent}
No. We haven't thought this through; and the Planning doc we have, the lovely Amb Town Ctr Strategy, says we shd concentrate comm, retail, and restaurant between 14th and 18th, excluding this block (!)
says shd have comm use on the second floor; it's not in this proposal
shd encourage rental units and accessible units when we're rezoning for a new bldg; nothing like that here
not saying we have to hew to this doc but the point is our own planning docs aren't consistent with this proj, what is the plan?
if this isn't the plan, what is the plan?
we went back, we asked them to lower it 30ft; if you omit the elevator overruns they came back and said, they gave us, 20ft, a little less than 20ft reduction.
{why did Ccl not insist on the 30ft reduction when that motion was passed?
unconscionable, or at the v least showing favouritism, accepting 16 - 17ft}
Well, I don't think that's enough. And I'm not alone in that view based on the feedback I've heard. The cmnty is almost equally divided on this, and I'm troubled, v troubled, as Cclr Gamb, to be in this situation. I don't know what to decide here.
I think we need to seek broader consensus; recognizing we can't please everybody, I think we need to do better than 50-50
{laudable aim}
60-40, 70-30? something, but try to find a balance, best we can dowill bringing the bldg down a floor achieve that? it will do something towards it
unfortunately I suspect that Cclr Gambioli and I don't have support on Ccl for dong this, so we're likely going to get outvoted
{aha! revelatory. Doesn't this indicate he knows what the votes will be?
we = CC and NG; rest will vote for, so with 4 to 2, it will pass.
bets on a bit of dealing/discussing in that (behind closed doors) two minutes so now they know?
If so, certainly v brave and principled for NG and CC to hold to a NO vote and face the opposition, even opprobrium....}
Well, that's fine, and I accept that, that's democracy; and I will support the project and Grosv will do a great job when and if it goes forward. The world will not end if it's six and seven storeys.
but my position is that it shd be lower, and we shd think of it in a holistic way, and plan, or are we going to go through this for ev sp site?
my limit wd be six storeys maximum for sp sites but I don't want to have this decision in the context and with the pressure of a devpr having spent a lot of money getting to this pointI want to set the rules and invite ppl to invest under those rules.
Sop: start out by saying eating a lot of Tums lately; difficult for me
biz in 1960 in Pk Royal, village, back to PkR, back to village
one of the things that really caught me tonight, our attitude so negative to Amb, disservice to ppl who work here: stamina, pay rent, staff, taxes..... make world go round; small biz the backbone of Canada
see older bldgs but see a vibrant indiv eager to make a successsay downtrodden, you're making xxx I wd speak? a couple condemn? ppl who own, start devping strenuous heights? too many regs?
three concerns: seriousness of this decision, the intent (got to be entire cmnty), and have to work on what's been given to me
went driving -- to Kits, Kerrisdale, to valley, Mission, Haney, diff projs that wd fit
saw some beautiful designs four, five, six storeys, saw a fewlook at this bldg, the efforts have been mostly re height
lower portion, quite a signif backdrop for viability and xxxxGrosv didn't pay much attention to atrium -- the idea fair was based on that and a lot of ppl excited; Mr Cheng didn't say much over time, a bit disappointing to me
steps recently, proud of Ccl, waterfront, streetscape; going to draw this cmnty togetherwhen Sokol took over from Steve Nicholls, three sites clear to go more
remember at the time, not a signif amt of worry about being higher, yes can go four or more
first one was 1300, second Safeway, then fed Fisheries (then 22nd then to 1400N; altered over the time)
zoning was sort of in place
you're making out 37ft, not any takers, no parking
if we do not move ahead PkR will suck us dry forevermore -- how do we stop this?xxxx small stores or not; bring to forefront
that's how things are going to evolve
one or two in audience were there, prior to Gleneagles Ctr -- took us ten years to
this devt has had some push and pull, things ppl don't like and some pretty nice; must say Peter and Jamessomebody's going to be disappointed
after I make my decision I can stop taking Tums
all the ppl who have supported me over the years and xxxMayor: the reason I made my remark about a button [no more than 4]?
still haven't made up my mind, just to continue down the process
how I'd do anything xxx petitions; don't want it to go ahead
Amb just fine? no, it isn't; something has happened twice ... debate gone on for decades
2008 three special siteseasy to say turn this down, will be all these not happeninghappen to have report $85M and liabilities $85M -- no pot of goldone of the things is surplus land xxx police bldgxxx close and do something a fair return for the cmntyproposal from Grosv, I'm not an architect, devpr of a building, xxx
at no cost to the cmnty and wanted to see us make the right decision and advised us this was the fifth decision {5th???}
right architect, right devpr
coming back; done ev to make sure the project has to be looked atmany I've met with lived in WV as long as anybodya lot of reservations, a lot of things going origreen bldg, revitalize Amb; wide sidewalks, set backwant to make sure those opposed were debating the other side, that dialogue was goodI get about 100 emails a day
happy to see anybody, talk to anyone; come into my office
I really think at this point in time, no other devpr capable, staff, xxxshd be punted to next level
if we can square some of their circles (?) has to happen and it's timeNG: for benefit of the public, maybe Mr Sokol --if three who don't support motion to advance, what does it mean?
ML: they're not separate?
NG: so we're going to vote on them all
Sokol: ask Clerk
NG: mean?
Sokol: wd not advance; ask Ccl xxx give direction
NG: a diff ht and density
Sokol: wd request from Ccl to know what they want staff to work on
POLLED VOTE: NG no; CC no; TP yes; Mayor yes; Sop yes; ML yes {passes 4 - 2 with Sop the Surprise}
7. Proposed Rezoning and Devt Permit for 2074 Fulton Avenue (Devt Applicn No. 12-073; Proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 4752, 2013) -- Information to be provided.
[7:22] PH July 8
8. 2013 Community Grants Recommendations: Arts, Culture and Heritage (File: 3007-01)
NG:
Sop: good job
... THAT the Cmte recommendations for Arts and Culture Grants for 2013 be approved as follows:
ORGANIZATION CATEGORY
> Third year of an existing cycle (2011-2013):
Ambleside Orchestra Performing Arts $ 500
BC Boys Choir Performing Arts $ 2,000
Deep Cove Chamber Soloists Performing Arts $ 750
Hollyburn Heritage Society Heritage $ 750
Laudate Singers Society Performing Arts $ 1,000
North Shore Chamber Music Society Performing Arts $ 750
Total $ 5,750
> Second year of an existing cycle (2012-2014):
Theatre West Vancouver Performing Arts $ 3,500
WV Adult Community Band Performing Arts $ 500
WV Fire Services Museum + Archives Heritage $ 500
West Vancouver Youth Band Society Performing Arts $ 7,500
Pacific Spirit Choir Performing Arts $ 1,000
Total $ 13,000
> First year of a new cycle (2013-2015):
NS Polish Association - Belweder Heritage $ 1,500
North Shore Light Opera Performing Arts $ 1,800
Dundarave Festival of Lights Performing Arts $ 750
Pandoras Vox Vocal Ensemble Society Performing Arts $ 2,500
Sinfonia Orchestra of the North Shore Performing Arts $ 2,000
Total $ 8,550
> Funding for a one-year project:
West Vancouver Historical Society Heritage $ 2,850
Chor Leoni Mens Choir Performing Arts $ 1,000
Harmony Training & Performance Society Performing Arts $ 2,000
North Shore Music Academy Society Performing Arts $ 500
WV Fire Services Museum + Archives Heritage $ 750
Total $ 7,100
{by my count this is $ 34,400}
9. 2013 Cmnty Grants Cmte Recommendations: Cmnty and Social Services Grants (File: 0116-20-CGC1)
THAT the Cmte recomms for Cmnty Srvcs/Soc Srvcs grant allocns for 2013 be approved as follows:
COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES: Existing cycle 2012-2014
> (second of a three-year cycle)
3RD West Vancouver Scouts: Hollyburn Cabin $ 400
Rotary Clubs of the North Shore: Operation Red Nose $ 750
Subtotal $ 1,150
COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES: Existing cycle 2011-2013
> (third of a three-year cycle)
North Shore Safety Council: Operating $ 1,000
Subtotal $ 1,000
COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES: New cycles for previously funded programs
Coho Society: Operating 1 time $ 2,500
Gleneagles Golf Course Society: Junior Golf Tournament 1 time $ 500
North Shore Community Resources: Operating 3 year $ 4,000
NS Community Resources: Information Volunteer Program 3 year $ 8,000
West Vancouver Marine Rescue Society: Operating 1 time $ 3,000
Subtotal $ 18,000
COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES: New applications
Athletics for Kids Financial Assistance Society: Operating 1 time $ 500
Athletics for Kids FiA Society: Sports Funding Program 2 year $ 4,000
Canadian Iranian Foundation: ESL Classes 1 time $ 500
Navy League of Canada: Biathlon training for Cadets 1 time $ 500
Navy League of Canada: Victoria trip for Cadets 1 time $ 500
North Shore Salvation Army: New Hope Cuisine Program 1 time $ 2,500
West Vancouver Secondary School: Battery Collection Program 1 time $ 600
West Vancouver Track and Field Club: Operating 1 time $ 700
Subtotal $ 9,800
FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES: Existing cycle 2012-2014
> (second of a three-year cycle)
Autism Society of BC: Community Group $ 500
Big Sisters of BC: Mentoring Program $ 500
North Shore Crisis Services Society: Operating $ 10,000
NSh Neighbourhood House: Learning Together Program $ 1,000
Subtotal $ 12,000
FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES: Existing cycle 2011-2013
> (third of a three-year cycle)
Family Services of the North Shore: Clinical Counselling $ 14,500
Living System Counselling, Edu/Training Society: Access Counselling $ 500
Subtotal $ 15,000
FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES: New cycles for previously funded programs
NSh Cmnty Resources: Child Care Rsrce/Refrl Prog 3 year $ 2,000
NSh Multicultural Society: Cmnty Bridging 1 time $ 2,000
NSh Multicultural Society: Operating 3 year $ 2,250
Subtotal $ 6,250
FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES: New application
Living System Counselling, Education + Training Society: Play Therapy 2 year $ 2,000
Subtotal $ 2,000
SENIORS SUPPORT SERVICES: Existing cycle 2012-2014
> (second of a three-year cycle)
Hollyburn Family Services: Seniors Outreach $ 1,000
Senior Citizens Special Services Society: LINKS $ 4,000
Subtotal $ 5,000
SENIORS SUPPORT SERVICES: Existing cycle 2011-2013
> (third of a three-year cycle)
Canadian Hard of Hearing: Operating $ 2,000
Capilano Community Services Society: Red Cross Loan Program $ 2,000
Lionsview Seniors Planning Society: Operating $ 3,000
Lionsview Seniors Planning Society: Services to Seniors Coalition $ 1,500
North Shore Keep Well Society: Operating $ 2,000
North Shore Meals on Wheels: Operating $ 3,500
North Shore Neighbourhood House: Seniors Peer Support Program $ 1,300
North Shore Stroke Recovery Centre: Seniors Peer Group $ 1,500
North Shore Volunteers for Seniors: Seniors Outreach Program $ 5,000
Subtotal $ 21,800
SENIORS SUPPORT SERVICES: New cycles for previously funded programs
Lionsview Seniors Planning Society: Older and Wiser NSN Column 1 time $ 500
Pets and Friends: Program 3 year $ 3,000
Rotary Club of West Vancouver Sunrise: Christmas Lunch 1 time $ 500
Subtotal $ 4,000
SPECIALIZED SUPPORT SERVICES: Existing cycle 2012-2014
> (second of a three-year cycle)
Avalon Recovery Society: Peer Support Program $ 500
Crisis Intervention + Suicide Prevention Ctr of BC: Operating $ 1,000
Friend2Friend Learning Society: Integrated Playgroup $ 750
Lookout Emergency Aid Society: North Shore Shelter $ 2,500
NSh ConneXions Society: Education and Cmnty Awareness $ 1,000
NSh ConneXions Society: Friendship Circles $ 1,000
NSh Disability Resource Centre: Summer Program $ 3,500
NSh Schizophrenia Society: Operating $ 2,000
NSh Stroke Recovery Centre: Young Stroke Survivors $ 1,000
Subtotal $ 13,250
SPECIALIZED SUPPORT SERVICES: Existing cycle 2011-2013
> (third of a three-year cycle)
Canadian Red Cross: RespectED Bullying Prevention $ 1,500
NSh Disability Resource Ctr: NSh Adult Support Network $ 1,000
North Shore Hospice Society: Operating $ 1,000
North Shore Womens Centre: Operating $ 2,850
Spinal Cord Injury BC (formerly BC Paraplegic): Peer Program $ 500
Subtotal $ 6,850
SPECIALIZED SUPPORT SERVICES: New cycles for previously funded programs
Canadian Mental Health: Operating 3 year $ 2,000
Canadian Mental Health: Support Groups 3 year $ 1,000
Change the World Fdn dba Harvest: Operating 1 time $ 4,500
NSh Womens Ctr: Single Mothers Support Group 1 time $ 500
Special Olympics BC Society (NSh): Sports Program 1 year $ 1,000
Subtotal $ 9,000
SPECIALIZED SUPPORT SERVICES: New applications
Cerebral Palsy Association: NSh Community Connections 3 year $ 500
Special Olympics BC Society (NSh): Operating 3 year $ 2,400
Subtotal $ 2,900
{by my count $128,000; so with previous, total = $162,400}
10. Application for Licence to Occupy for Installation of Rain Gauge at Fire Hall No. 3 (File: 1145-01) RECOMMENDED: THAT the application dated May 21, 2013 by the Greater Vancouver Sewerage and Drainage District for a licence to occupy for the installation of a rain gauge, radio telemetry unit, and related display equipment on the roof of Fire Hall No. 3 at 4895 Marine, as attached to the report dated June 12, 2013 re this Applicn, be approved, and the Mayor and MClk be authorized to sign for acceptance and approval of the subject application.
11. Liquor-Primary Club Licence Amendment WV Yacht Club 5854 Marine Dr, WV (File: 1605-14) RECOMMENDED: THAT Ccl recommends the amendment for the reasons set out in the Ccl report dated May 27, the reasons [for] wch are endorsed by Council. After carrying out a public consultation process and considering the views of the public, Ccl supports the requested increase to the total occupancy load of the premises by 50, from 385 to 435.
BYLAWS for Adoption
12. Oficial Community Plan Bylaw No. 4360, 2004, Amendment Bylaw No. 4756, 2013 (for Land Along the Ambleside Waterfront South of Railroad Tracks Between 13th and 18th Street) (File: 1610-20-4756)
The proposed bylaw received first reading at the May 13, 2013 regular Council meeting, was the subject of a Public Hearing held and closed on June 10, 2013, and received second and third reading at the June 10, 2013 special Council meeting. As the Public Hearing has closed Council is not permitted to receive any further submissions regarding the proposed bylaw.
NOTE: Each reading of an Official Community Plan bylaw must receive an affirmative vote of a majority of all Council members (4 members) in order to proceed (Local Government Act, s. 882
13. Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 4757, 2013 (for Land Along the Ambleside Waterfront South of Railroad Tracks Between 13th and 18th Street Exclusive of Three Privately-Owned Lots)
The proposed bylaw received first reading at the May 13, 2013 regular Council meeting, was the subject of a Public Hearing held and closed on June 10, 2013, and was amended, read a second time as amended, and read a third time at the June 10, 2013 special Council meeting. As the PH has closed Council is not permitted to receive any further submissions regarding the proposed bylaw.
14. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
14.1 Amendment to 2013 Council Meeting Schedule (File: 0120-01)
RECOMMENDED: be amended:
1. For June 24, 2013 by:
- Rescheduling the Council meeting for financial matters to begin at 5pm in the Council Chamber;
- Scheduling a sp Ccl mtg, to include a closed session, to begin at 5:30pm in the MFCR, and to continue at 7pm,
in open session, in the Council Chamber; and
- Scheduling a Committee of the Whole meeting to begin at 7:15pm in the Council Chamber.
2. For July 15, 2013 by:
- Cancelling the Committee of the Whole meeting; and
- Scheduling a sp Ccil mtg, to include a closed session, to begin at 4pm in the Marine Room at the Srs Ctr.
14.2. Translink Customer Service Performance Report for Quarter 1, 2013 (File: 3205-03): be rec'd for information. 14.3. Upper Lands Study Review Working Group Appointment and Terms of Reference (File: 0116-20-CEC) RECOMMENDED: THAT the report dated May 31, 2013 from the Community Engagement Committee regarding Upper Lands Study Review Working Group Appointment and Terms of Reference, be received for information.
{slightly misleading b/c in the past it was pointed out that if anyone on Ccl wants to amend/change/whatever anything in an item, then they may do so; furthermore the public are permitted to speak to the item. There are some aspects of the amended Terms of Ref that ought to be clarified.
Also, wonder why the name of the person appointed is not mentioned; it usually is. [Saba Farmand] Moreover why appoint someone who already sits on another WG when there are other applicants?
Be inclusive, Ccl! not to mention, being transparent!}
14.4. Correspondence List (File: 0120-24) (click here to view correspondence packages)
RECOMMENDED: THAT the correspondence list be received for information.
>>> Council Correspondence Update to May 31, 2013 (up to 12:00 Noon)
Referred for Action
1) S. Slater, May 24, 2013, regarding Fwd: expenses to date - 1300 block Marine
(Referred to Acting Chief Financial Officer for consideration and response)
2) C. Bagshaw, May 26, 2013, regarding Cypress Creek Bridge
(Referred to Director of Engineering and Transportation for consideration and response)
3) F. and N. Guise, May 23, 2013, regarding Fwd: Erwin Drive
(Referred to Director of Planning, Land Development and Permits for consideration and response)
4) Consulate General of Japan, May 28, re Consulate General of Japan: Sister City Relationship Opportunity
(Referred to Mayor and Council for consideration and response)
Received for Information
5) Committee and Board Meeting Minutes Community Engagement Committee April 9, 2013
6) P. De Ath, May 13, 2013, regarding Re: 1300 block @ Council on Monday, 13th May 2013
7) J. Towert, May 15, 2013, regarding Traffic Pattern Ambleside Sports Fields and Park Royal
8) D. Lanning, May 15, 2013, regarding Re: Park Royal Development North Shore News, May 10, 1013
9) H. Berger, undated, regarding THE NEW BEAUTIFUL MUNICIPAL HALL IN WEST VANCOUVER
10) dl consulting, May 23, 2013, regarding Cellular Service in West Vancouver
11) J. Seddon, May 27, 2013, regarding Re: Proposed zoning of West Vancouver Waterfront
(Referred to June 10, 2013 Public Hearing)
12) Auditor General for Local Government, May 28, 2013, regarding Re: Planned Performance Audit
13) TELUS Corporation, May 29, 2013, regarding TELUS Corporation Investment in West Vancouver
>>> Council Correspondence Update to June 7, 2013 (up to 12:00 Noon)
Received for Action
1) S. Frew, May 26, 2013, regarding Seawall
(Referred to Director of Lands, Bylaws, First Nations & Legal Affairs for consideration and response)
Received for Information
2) Committee and Board Meeting Minutes Lower Caulfeild Advisory Committee November 28, 2012
3) City of North Vancouver, May 30, regarding North Shore Family Court and Youth Justice Committee (NSFCYJC)
4) City of North Vancouver, May 30, 2013, regarding Child and Family Friendliness on the North Shore
5) D. Herzstein, May 30, 2013, regarding Hotel in W. Van
6) 4 submissions, dated June 2-7, 2013, regarding 1300 block Marine Drive
7) K. Higgs, June 2, 2013, regarding Im told Mike Smith wants to do this: needed!
8) 2 submissions, dated June 3-6, 2013, regarding Wireless Cell Towers
9) 3 submissions, dated June 3-6, re Proposed OCP ... Amendment Bylaw and Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw
(Ambleside Waterfront)
(Referred to June 10, 2013 Public Hearing)
10) WV Fire Fighters Charitable Society, June 5, re 6th WVFFC Society Bagpipes by the Beach Pipe Band Festival
11) The Wynford Group, June 5, 2013, re Strata Plan LMS 445, WestRoyal 328 / 338 Taylor Way, West Vancouver, BC 12) The Future of Howe Sound Society, June 6, re V.I.P. Invitation Save Our Sound Mariners Rendezvous
13) A. and D. Westcott, June 7, 2013, regarding Coach House Proposal
Responses to Correspondence
14) Dir/Engg and Transp, June 3, response re Traffic Calming Study Paid for by Onni relative to Evelyn Drive Project. 15) Dir/Engg and Transp, June 3, response to J. Towert, Traffic Pattern Ambleside Sports Fields and Park Royal
16) Senior Manager of Parks, June 3, 2013, response to S. Grubb, Park Maintenance
17) Director of Engineering and Transportation, June 5, 2013, response to C. Bagshaw, Cypress Creek Bridge
18) Admin Assistant to the Director, Parks and Community Services, June 7, response to M. Judd, John Lawson park >>> Council Correspondence Update to June 11, 2013 up to 4:30 pm)
Received for Information
1) 7 submissions, June 710 re Proposed OCP Amdmt Bylaw, Proposed Zoning Amdmt Bylaw (Ambleside Waterfront)
(Previously received at June 10, 2013 Public Hearing). 15. OTHER ITEMS -- No items. 16. PUBLIC QUESTIONS/COMMENTS 17. Adjournment
=== Ccl AGENDAs for JUNE 24 followed by MTG NOTES ===
---> 4:30 PM ~ REGULAR CCL MTG AGENDA MONDAY JUNE 24
1. Call to Order.
2. Approval of Agenda
REPORTS
3. Review and Analysis of the Districts 2013 1st Quarter Operating Results and Capital Plan Program RECOMMENDED: THAT the report dated June 19 from the Acting Chief Financial Officer be rec'd for information.
4. Public Questions/Comments 5. Adjournment
---> 5:00 PM ~ SPECIAL CCL MTG AGENDA MONDAY JUNE 24
5:00 PM IN M HALL MAIN FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM 7:00 PM IN MUNICIPAL HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
Note: At 5pm the sp Ccl mtg will commence in open session (in the MFCR), and will be immediately followed by a motion to exclude the public in order to hold a closed session, pursuant to ... Cmnty Charter. At 7pm the sp Ccl mtg will reconvene in open session (in the Council Chamber) for consideration of the scheduled agenda items.
1. Call to Order.
EXCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC
2. RECOMMENDED: THAT in the public interest, members of the public be excluded...
90. (1) A part of a ccl mtg may be closed to the public if the subj matter being considered relates to or is one or more of the following:
a) personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is being considered for a position as an officer, employee, or agent of the municipality or another position appointed by the municipality; and
c) labour relations or other employee relations.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
3. RECOMMENDED: be adjourned. Council will then proceed with the closed session.
{ >>>>>>>> residents excluded until <<<<<<<<< }
---> 7:00 PM
Following conclusion of the closed session, the following items will be considered:
4. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION The open session of the June 24, 2013 sp Ccl mtg will be reconvened.
5. Approval of Agenda
REPORTS
6. Development Permit Application No. 13-022 for 6342 Bay Street (Troller Pub) (to set date for consideration)
RECOMMENDED: the MCrk give notice that the DPA to allow for a 23.5 square meter [shd be metre]* addition, with a zoning bylaw variance for parking be considered on Monday, July 22, 2013.
7. Public Questions/Comments 8. Adjournment
{* metre is a measurement; meter is for parking meter, water meter, etc.)
---> 7:15 PM ~ CMTE OF THE WHOLE MTG AGENDA MONDAY JUNE 24
No voting takes place in CotW mtgs. Following discussion of an item a decision may be made to forward the item to a reg Ccl mtg for consideration and vote, or a decision may be made to send an item back to staff to provide further information or clarification before proceeding to a reg Ccl mtg. IN MUNICIPAL HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER:
1. Call to Order
REPORTS
2. Planning Department Work Plan Update (2500-01) A presentation will be provided.
3. Public Questions and Comments
RISE AND REPORT
4. Committee of the Whole rise and report
5. Adjournment
+++ NOTES for MONDAY JUNE 24 Mtgs +++
---> 4:30 PM ~ REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING NOTES
1. Call to Order.
2. Approval of Agenda
REPORTS
3. Review and Analysis of the Districts 2013 1st Quarter Operating Results and Capital Plan Program
Mayor: first, report on
MK: imp in cycle; the first quarter review is the least informative of the quarterly reviews; reasons many, related to timing, not presented to Ccl till year-end completed, covers only first three mos so do not forecast
The next financial matter mtgs: budget time-line to have budget bylaws by end of the year for adoption; proposed budget calendar to Ccl end of July with implications; explanation of net debt and net deficit positions of the Dist at Dec 31st, discussed in audit cmte mtg -- originally for Sept but want to bring forward to July and reconcile budget 2012 then; will make comments to Ccl then
Sept, mid-year review, SLIDE -- this projection was used during budget process and based surplus on
Sept Finance mtg will make a presentation on the comprehensive reserve policy
as of Mar 31st for all intents and purposes on budget in all areas.
Gen Fund Operating; didn't have final assessment role till after so a bit short; many Ms wait
budget impacted by timing [gave some amts over and some under; over but $375K under]
divisional expenditures 24% so about on budget
water figs (Eagle Lake), seasonal; sewer maintenances costs higher (breaks); solid waste utilities
general fund capital -- most progs done in summer
adoption in Dec, better for staff to plan for capital projs; more time
question this afternoon from a resident about the Land Stewardship Acct -- just got it before mtg, reasonable; bulk is PSB going through -- monthly quarterly report; will provide info in July
part of presentation and package of quarterly report
questions?
MAB: figs for revs Gleneagles Golf?
MK: haven't but will find for you
Sop: if sewer breaks in area, infrastructure, spend funds to repair -- ongoing unless plans
MK: repairs not taken in isolation; xxx
Sop: secondly, it applies to Mr Roach's question; know you've answered it
re Dec 2012 Stewardship Funds and won't show up till July -- if funds going in and out, how do we know how the acctg is done if we have to wait till July? something that shd go through the first quarter
MK: the acctg has already been done, just not in this package here; bn to Ccl with updates; just have to consolidate and get it to you
Sop: it will show up in our audited stmts in future?
MK: always bn part of process
NG: re Note No 4 re parking tix, revs tracking lower... anticipate lower than anticipated a year's end
pls explain what the commercial vehicle enforcement policy is
MK: former CAO met with Mgr of Bylaws, budget add'l $200K; vehicles coming down from Upper Levels on roads they shdn't be driving on
that didn't occur -- were they going to pull them over or take down licence plate, send out invoice; how was it going to work?
discussion; confident have process in place now so giving tix, we'll get rev
Mayor: I thought this new unit we bought wd greatly enhance our parking ticket rev
MK: have discussed impact of camera car; number of issues, staffing; bn told will be on budget; wrt Cclr Gamb's pt, not parking rev, not something we use the camera car to collect
Mayor: but part of the same rev line though
MK: point taken
Sop: what is the overall amt of money collected by WV sent to prov? what do we get back in comparison? certainly a lot more than $397K
Mayor: you're comparing apples to oranges
ML: know early in year but anything Ccl shd be cognizant of impact expectations on year-end?
MK: no concerns of District's ab to achieve our budget; the achievement of a surplus and if can use, a concern b/c in past have used prior year's surplus to make our budgets work.
ML: crystal clear -- budget surplus, may not achieve that?
MK: 1st quarter review we don't have 'projections', not accurate; do in second quarter
ML: when we get to second and third quarter?
MK: absolutely
CC: Note No 2; Hugo Ray landfill may req add'l funding -- when will we find out how much more it will cost? is there a long-term strategy?
told needs soil-testing; concerned how much that budget might go up; monitor; shd budget or long-term strategy?
MK: ans half and defer other half; when you'll know projection in mid-year review re Hugo Ray
CC: p 18 Computers and Technology under note 3, higher budget figure, says includes unbudgeted costs of new District website and the Library website design -- funds budgeted and not spent in 2012, correct?
MK: yes
CC: wd that be reflected in surplus for 2012?
MK: yes; not something we'd carry forward...
CC: still concerned about having a larger surplus than actually is, b/c still committed
say surplus is $2M, it's not $2M if $250K is earmarked toward finishing the Library and District websites wch we hv already committed to
MK: we can do a better job of communicating that
as part of the year-end process, we did give you a breakdown, presented a variance for capital... true variance this and rest related to projs rolling fwd
CC: is either website over budget?
MK: my understanding neither is
Mayor: public questions?
Dave Roach: ... app the report, something we worked on in 2006 as part of the Fiscal Sustainable Task Force and plsd to see it come fwd this time
in section on Capital Plans in the infrastructure prog,Ccl C may hv touched on this earlier -- I may have missed it -- but there are two items that are in that particular prog pertaining to expenditures for the Library, rooftop air-conditioner and boiler for wch apparently there was not a budget provision when the budget was adopted in Dec, and it wasn't caught in the amendment adopted on the third of June.
just wondering in terms of going fwd wrt the financial plan for the year, is there going to be an offset reduction in some other part of the expenditures in the infrastructure prog to stay within the adopted and approved financial plan this year, or will we see an amendment come fwd some time in the future here for the 2010?
{yes, that's the year he said, 2010}
MK: the plan at this point is to adjust other capital projs to fund those particular capital projs -- off the top of my head, I'm sorry, Mr Roach, I can't tell you wch projs we're changing to accommodate these particular projs, but I can get back to you on that.
DR: so, basically, we're not going to amend the budget, we're going to reduce spending on some other item within the infrastructure prog
MK: that's correct
DR: tyvm
Mayor: ... motion to adjourn
Sop: so move
CC: we have to receive it
Sop: receive for information
[seconded, passed]
Mayor: now can we hv a motion to adjourn
[DONE]
{on the agenda, skipped:
RECOMMENDED: THAT the report dated June 19, 2013 from the Acting Chief Financial Officer be received for information.
4. Public Questions/Comments 5. Adjournment}
---> 5:00 PM ~ SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING NOTES
5:00 PM IN MUNICIPAL HALL MAIN FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM 7:00 PM IN M HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
Note: This closed mtg's agenda is above; no notes.
{ >>>>>>>> residents excluded until <<<<<<<<< }
---> 7:00 PM
Following conclusion of the closed session, the following items will be considered:
4. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
The open session of the June 24, 2013 sp Ccl mtg will be reconvened.
Mayor: just before, want to -- uh, music?
[STOPPED]
as most know, Grant McRadu, our CAO for the past year, has announced his retirement, and leaving this week
youngest CAO in BC at age of 29; served sev Ms as well as CFO for largest BC School Dist
served on sev assns, {listed other achievements}
streamlined this M; helped us a great deal
sure he will be mentoring... will serve us on various cmtes
Sop: you have served us well,,, moved us forward effectively
team of caring officials; give you outstanding credit
to excellence -- good to great; going to miss you
CAO: thank you
Mayor: well done
APPLAUSE
5. Approval of Agenda
Mayor: only one item on the agenda
REPORTS
6. Development Permit Application No. 13-022 for 6342 Bay Street (Troller Pub) (to set date for consideration)
RECOMMENDED: THAT the MCrk give notice that the DPA to allow for a 23.5 square meter [shd be metre]* addition, with a zoning bylaw variance for parking be considered on Monday, July 22, 2013.
Sokol: We weren't planning on a report b/c just setting a date
Mayor: a bit unusual b/c haven't moved into premises
Ans: xxx [7:10]
Sop: based on the report, applicant is in a bit of a difficult position; in moving premises, going to a hearing
waiting to Oto? LCCB
Sokol: applicn for xxx for the bldg; licence is diff
Mr Vhang can
Mayor: all X needs to know is that the two are not connected
7. Public Questions/Comments
X: I'm the applicant
Mayor: happy to hear you
Sop: sit down
X: I'm the applicant applied last year in August
must hv seen 15 ppl over last [yr]
?xxx 137m; run pub there for xxx years
just doing this little tiny transfer; can't believe so much xxx for such a tiny
or the first time in xxx we'll have medical bldg at ground level; it's a win win win
8. Adjournment [7:14]
{* metre is a measurement; meter is for parking meter, water meter, etc.}
BL: we now move into our CofW mtg
Sop said he'd miss Grant; no one smiling; the quality is Grant, quality from his team
thank you for pointing that out
last two minutes want to introduce our new Mgr of Sustainability
so long, Sandra can't possibly live up to expectations and if anyone can she can
Sandra: spent last month and a half
had to look up, what does a sust mgr do?
learning... Climate Action Group ... xxx things; amazing things being done on the foreshore
excited to see that going forward
green teams; met with great folks, streamkeepers, old growth, Cypress, xxx
thankful chosen for this position
Sop: I'm as green as the jolly green giant and I didn't get a call
Mayor: all good things worth waiting for
---> 7:15 PM ~
CMTE OF THE WHOLE MEETING NOTES MONDAY JUNE 24
No voting takes place in CotW mtgs. Following discussion of an item a decision may be made to forward the item to a reg Ccl mtg for consideration and vote, or a decision may be made to send an item back to staff to provide further information or clarification before proceeding to a reg Ccl mtg. IN M HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER:
1. Call to Order
Mayor: call to order [7:18]
REPORTS
2. Planning Department Work Plan Update (2500-01) A presentation will be provided.
Sokol: what has already been accomplished
Amb activation, zoning of waterfront; park a long term goal
cell tower? action plan
started consultation on 1300, got direction from Ccl
rezoning for WVF
two forums recently ????? [7:19]
doing outreach on coach houses; staff planning to report back July 22
want to talk with Ccl about staffing and resources; one vacancy dating back to March
temp and the 122 applicants; didn't come up with candidate we wanted
Land Devt Engr; hard time hiring, still looking
filled in with temp positions at a jr level; planning to go out with recruiting in the fall
Mgr of Strategic initiatives, closed today, prob start Sept 1
demands on staff resources; high levels of activity, last year higher
more applying for bldg certificates -- through bldg; v hi levels of permitting; a lot more over phone, email
what l like to do for remainder of the year
SLIDE (coloured)
34 items major work items or remainder of the year
13 green -- District must process: subdivns, Devt Permits consistent with the zoning; ans questions at counter;
counter time, as much as half to a full-time position; amt of corresp from Ccl has increased
envmtal devt permits
Lower Caulfeild heritage area [7:25]; staff time no discretion
light blue areas
Amb; Upper Lands; Housing Dialogue; M service, Finance -- there are ten
includes coach houses, UL, all things Amb; comm studies, sailing club, sidewalk dining; 1300, WVF; Walker Bldg re next steps
three others in yellow -- do not fall directly into ccl priorities
heritage applicns (not a lot right now but if something to come ...)
RGS Regional Context Stmt; sea level rise -- effect on props in WV; working with Engg etc
final category: OTHER
Unitarian Ch site, Hugo Ray, Keith Rd and TWay -- looking at housing variety but they are currently in play; consult with public
Unitarian Church to DRC, Maison next month -- both are controversial in their nbrhds but they further goals for various housing needs
cell towers; two mtgs, staff will report back in Sept
Ev Dr by Onni -- hv applied for a density transfer on-site, looking for some variances; staff think more involved than just swapping
PkR at 752 MDr -- nbrhd rezoning plan, starting continuing transformation of PkR
our OCP re character and form not conform, will req signif public consultation
Planning has identified a consultant we can engage and move this forward
public engagement, on more than just this one; lack of understanding re part of mall on Squamish land and DWV, where that land is
also in neg with Sq N re "services"
DVPs under other, will probably process 12 to 18 a year; this is completely discretionary
if Ccl were to feel re staffing, on hold or?
Road ends -- Ccl asked for an inventory, waterfront, been completed;; when applicn comes in declare surplus so something outstanding
rental housing: a regional issue, specific needs in WV, staff had progressed, bringing something fwd in the fall
Hollyburn props at 21st & Bellevue, getting rezoning, density bonus, create more rental housing or nowhere else, opp; already in an apt one; cd merit disc, depends on resources
consid of alt housing on MDr near Gleneagles golf course; had some disc with devprs -- how to fit in with our work plan
Regional Growth Strategy -- by July 29 and we will not be meeting that deadline work with ULWG; other hoping to move along at same time
some staff turnover at Metro, we're not going to meet deadline, we'll be getting letters asking when we're going to be moving fwd
you all participate on Metro bodies so you might hear something about it
xxx delayed until next year, get consult on board and by year's end
happy to ans questions
in particular on these work items, lower priority
BL: context statement, app colour-code; other on p 2, pink are predominantly client-based
might not be legislative but ones we feel most heat about; great summary
Sop: tremendous work load in Planning
regulations you must follow processes; in 8:30 to 4:30 mtg after mtg, planning and in future
difficulties Planning wd have in relationship to manpower there; face on daily basis
calc the highest bldg areas -- wd it be better outsourced?
we're working on a webpage, coming soon, all things need to tell them on the webpage; on the third floor a window offer and rather than the indiv planners in the ofc
are you at your fullest capacity or efficiencies? xxx cd help xxx
Sokol: a number of things we can and are doing; v hard to rework system if you're going 150mph; diff to keep working
we are 7:41 xxx
permits and Inspection: four diff types of applicns can be applied over the website, etc elec and plumbing; can enter on line and pay on line with credit card; means fewer ppl upstairs; we'll be one of the early adopters of this kind in Canada
are looking re Permit Insp, looking into having surveyor do
bldg bulk issue was a hi priority, have a consultant working on that, plan coming in Sept
not just FAR, bldg bulk; may change highest bldg face; a number of things we can do; update our brochures
one or two staff mbrs who are primarily at the counter
CC: you asked what to prioritize; diff for me to give feedback without knowing low med or hi amt of time
attracted to things like getting a consultant for PkR, Rodgers Crk; ;if you want us to priorities, one might take as much time as five
are there initiatives you want to highlight that will take [huge?] amt of time
what is your suggn as way through this quagmire
Sokol: some benefit to delaying or slowing down; some of those refer to items 13 and 14 U Church, Maison Living
staff wd hv recomms re timing moving forward
Ev-Onni a signif amt of work, not nec consistent with Ccl priorities; cd be delayed or put off
those are some of the larger projects that wd save
CC: consultant wrt MDr and Rodgers Crk, does that resolve?
Sokol: know there's been an offer from BPP for a consultant
don't believe BPP, Rodgers Ck -- x years background, wdn't recomm on that one
merit to bring one in for PkR b/c doesn't have history
752 MDr applicn considerable time for consultant -- meeting with consultant tomorrow; see if can get far enough along
CC: consultant for PkR or further we need to do?
Sokol: will be using more of, authorized during budget, strategic initiatives
once 752 MDr, U Church site and sr living; go a long way
one concern, things will impact staff's ab to bring things to Ccl
Ccl pkg, 50 corresp, xxx, staff come to those mtgs -- more than just supplying the Planning Dept
NG: ths is an excellent process both for us and the public and for staff, and public to see how much we're dealing with
wd like to have this again in six mos' time
agree with colour-coding
agree with what you see as Ccl priorities and other
must-dos are obvious
ccl priorities obvious and underway anyway
only Q is section in pink on 'other'; two underway; other four, wdn't put my red dots on them
feel fail to work chronologically as it comes in
don't like applicant giving us money for a consultant
xxx enough work; under projects mostly Ccl priorities
already underway, my little red dots on Spirit Trail and bldg bulk
ML: know I have a reputation for not being a contrarian
{giggle}
this is sort of silly; this is a core
pls take as positive and constructive
34, all 34 shd be done and more; this is a process xxx
xxx for five years I've heard it takes too long
xxx tired of hearing how much better NV does it
No 1 initiative is looking at process
capacity; turn-around times; difficult for minor variance garage rather than building a new house; xxx
take a step back, may get worse before better; death spiral
don't address xxx probs xxx &&&
take step back from day to day, what's preventing us from xxx ? [8:54]
I don't get ppl patting me on the back saying planning xxxxx
obligations, expectations from residents and biz cmnty
think process is broken, without taking a step back and focus on it, won't change
BL: I think his comments are fair and square; the diff between..... not broken but certainly stretched
two positions for backlog, or key project; those gen initiatives
thx for your comments, not wasted
the notion of moving projects ahead; re context
really interesting to look at how many decisions made in last six months: list [7:56] &&&
when we get it right, biz moving, and something off the list
moving biz ahead
Dir/Planning looking at sharing, look at all this work
elephant in room, are we getting work done?
carry fwd and advance
TP: tremendous amt of work you've done; primary job permits
some things [Leis ferin to?} ??? &&&
we've got an extremely small dept and trouble filling positions
idea kicking around for quite a while -- third party independent planner who comes in; other cmnties do it
something we shd be exploring
looking at some of these applicns come in; dates, fairness, and equity
maybe larger ones with independent planner
when biz brisk, beef up, and when not, scale back
wd like to explore, we are a small cmnty; hate to see applicns fall off the table
see some lifted out of priorities, see Housing
looking at 32; know work on foreshore, have a key one on I&I&
use opp or a broader... ; shd be paying attn to ...
some things I cd go through -- Sailing Club wdn't be a key one now -- be a bit smart about taking things on
RGS we're obligated, Rodgers Crk essential; huge amt of dollars, so have to be a priority
wd like a bit more info about EvDr, b/c that was a tough process, not something I'd want to spend a lot of time on
Sokol: transferring density, not add'l, moving from one area to another
TP:
Sokol: we do have an applicn in front of us
GB: wrt bldg type, but it does involve a PH b/c a rezoning
other issues, yards, etc
Sokol: wd like to distinguish, freely admit long time to turn around permits
hv been experiencing record levels of permits
not only a Q of staffing; in other Ms frequently boiler plate; 100 homes in subdiv, six sets of plans
ev house we look at here in WV is a unique house, build on steep slopes
can't compare what we do here with other
what we're looking at here is not permits, we're looking at Planning
if streamline &&& [8:04]
process has devpd over time and what public expects
consult again why not approve it?
if we cut public engagement short we'd be creating more probs for ourselves
TP: &&& ... shooting ourselves in the foot ... went out looking ... we do recoup costs
Sokol: going for low level ans at counter, free up
we found two ppl, called them up, offered them a job and they didn't want it
all that effort, time
Mayor: you mean the magnetic charm of Dir/Planning didn't ?
NG: &&&
MB: I haven't spoken yet
NG: just follow, Mayor pointed at me
Mayor: NG has the floor, pls finish
NG: staffing and part of it new
I'd say to ppl who speak to us; ppl speak to us
those ppl haven't voted for tax increases; fact is we need more
ML: can't solve ev prob by throwing money at it
MB: Heritage applicns, what does that involve?
Sokol: Heritage applicns, revitalization agreemts, in LGA
in order to save a H house/resource, gives Ccl more power even than &&&&&[8:09] get????
two we've been working on is the Merrick House and the Toby House
looking at saving by allowing a second smaller house
gone to DRC, Toby House; staff have not spent much time
xxx leaving ... safe way to go
MB: Spirit Trail, you working with Engg?
Sokol: Engg leading and we're in a support role
MB: really appreciate the list, working on for last 18 mos
lot not insignif; trying to do a lot in a short period of time
agree with comments re Sailing Club; haven't discussed it much, see it as in the future
around Amb, the comm study and market analysis -- really want to see those, imp for revit of Am
{sort of seems basic if working on Amb Revit, not to mention was promised av before decision on 1300blk!}
components of that, sidewalk, seating, and foodcarts
to pick one or two: Spirit Trail and Studies
I do hear there is a bottleneck in our Planning Dept
look for guidance; this is an operations issue to me
wd like to hear from our Acting CAO where the bottlenecks are; xxx
Sokol: can tell you exactly where bottlenecks are now
land devt engg -- our Land Devt Engrs: Tony Tse and Frank Schultz -- has to go to Engg and funnels down to two ppl
exacerbated; given ab to hire and haven't been able to
until resolved, ... to handle that bottleneck
MB: what do you suggest? temp, retired, or?
Sokol: going to a consulting firm and asking; also looking to going to BCIT, Trade orgs
hope able to make some progress
MB: get our revs from a couple of sources; Bldg Permit revs a huge resource
reasonable to expect a primary gen rev source, but xx to that
have you considered that? analysis?
Sokol: we actually have some positions approved
bringing in temp takes months to bring up to speed; training, and as soon as a full-time position somewhere else they leave
last year just b/c permit issues doesn't mean it's done, means inspections on the site
hi levels last 2 - 3 years; will continue; probly worth hiring a perm
MB: if not a pool of candidates, worth it training? a lot of youth looking for jobs
are we as an employer looking at investing and training to supplement Planning?
Sokol: hv bn successful, two or three came in at xxx level and have worked up through ranks
CC: heard you correctly, Mr Leigh
heard some of the same feedback as Cclr Lewis, Booth
what's wrong, how can we improve it?
what I heard you saying is &&&
BL: know the Dir of HR listening to this with interest
academic biz ... don't have the skill sets and hold them
interesting our last budget discussions; yes on budget and then not able to hire them
vigilance around the hire
CC: looking back to this list
staff spends a lot of time on Lower Caulfeild; don't know how to get out of the mess -- huge amts of time
not throw resources at any more
{it is beyond staff's control when some devprs break bylaws and conditions, stop-work orders required, inordinate efforts/time to try to get compliance
that's the price of trying to ensure our regulations followed -- unpredictable where in M it will happen or when}
one thing I wd point out, incomplete, restaurant we just approved on waterfront is not on list
to make sure fits; one of the highest
wd be 35 and blue considering amt of time
Sop: the good board down there at Caulfeild, we're going to solve the probs down there, don't have to worry about that
we have till the end of this month
cd you share some words of wisdom -- cd you give me some pointers?
CAO: wd love to, thank you
excellent team -- listen to them, trust them, truly believe in public service, challenge them; they really care; projects done professionally and well
{his last ccl mtg; leaves June 30}
Mayor: contrarian
when I applied for xx on Clyde in 2010
had excavation; eq for two months
Mayor said six mos? that's .... that's how we control our devt -- happy takes a long time to get permits through
not that I'm advocating that, but interesting
3. Public Questions and Comments
RISE AND REPORT
4. Committee of the Whole rise and report
Sop: xxx
Mayor: oh, any questions or comments?
5. Adjournment
=== AGENDAS Monday July 8 ===
+ SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETINGs Monday JULY 8 +
Note: At 5pm the special Council meeting will commence in open session in the MFCR and will be immediately followed by a motion to exclude the public...
At 7pm the Public Hearing / Public Meeting regarding proposed Zoning Bylaw...Amendment Bylaw...`, and proposed Devt Permit re 2074 Fulton Ave will commence in the Council Chamber, and the regular Council meeting will commence immediately following the Public Hearing / Public Meeting.
5pm
1. Call to Order.
EXCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC
2. RECOMMENDED: THAT in the public interest, members of the public be excluded...
90. (1) A part of a ccl mtg may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to or is one or more of the following;
(c) labour relations or other employee relations;
(e) the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land or improvements, if the ccl considers that disclosure cd reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the municipality;
(g) litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality;
(i) the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and
(k) negotiations and related discussions respecting the proposed provision of a M service that are at their preliminary stages and that, in the view of the ccl, cd reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the M if held in public.
Purpose of meeting: labour relations, land, legal, and proposed provision of a municipal service matters.
3. Adjournment
+ PUBLIC HEARING / PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
NOTE: AT 7:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC HEARING / PUBLIC MEETING WILL COMMENCE IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER. THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING WILL COMMENCE IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEARING / PUBLIC MEETING FOR CONSIDERATION OF THE SCHEDULED AGENDA ITEMS.
7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PUBLIC HEARING / PUBLIC MEETING
Proposed Zoning Bylaw No.4662,2010, Amdmt Bylaw No.4752,2013, Proposed Devt Permit No.12-073 (2074 Fulton)
The Director of Planning, Land Development and Permits will describe the subject application.
Applicant: Procon Projects Ltd.
Subject Land: 2074 Fulton. Legal Description: Lot 3 of Lot 7 Blks 7 to 12 District Lot 775 Plan 4595 PID: 011-469-137.
Purpose: The proposed ... amendmt and ... permit applicn are to redevelop the subject land with three ground-oriented dwelling units comprising two side-by-side units facing Fulton Ave and a third unit adjacent to the lane.
Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment: If adopted, would rezone the subject land from RS5 (Single Family Zone 5) to CD49 (Comprehensive Devt Zone 49) to allow the proposed three-unit devt with a maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of 0.61.
Proposed Development Permit: Proposed Devt Permit wd impose conditions and requirements for the devt of the subject land, including:
Two side-by-side units (a duplex) facing Fulton Avenue, and a third unit (a coach house) with attached garages facing the lane;
Each unit comprises two storeys above grade plus a basement, with floor areas (exclusive of basement) for each of the units ranging from 139m2 to 143m2 (1,500 to 1,540 sq. feet);
{so that means it's over 0.61 ! the max in WV is 0.35......}
One enclosed parking space for each unit, with two visitor parking spaces on the driveway accessing the lane; and
Extensive landscaping of the subject land and adjacent boulevard within Fulton Avenue, including retention of a Japanese maple located within the front yard.
3. PUBLIC HEARING / PUBLIC MEETING PROCEDURE (described)
4. REPORTS/WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS
1) Reports received up to and including July 3, 2013:
Title // Date // Date for Consideration // No.
Proposed Rezoning and Devt Permit for 2074 Fulton (Devt Applicn No. 12-073) // May 2 // May 13/Jul 8 // R-1
Supp'tal Rpt on Cmnty Amenity Contrib for Proposed Rezoning/Devt Permit // Jun 12 // Jun 17 // Jul 8 // R-2
2) Written submissions received up to and including July 3, 2013: To view all written submissions click here.
Date for Consideration for all of these is July 8
Procon Projects Ltd. June 16 C-1
Procon Projects Ltd. June 24 C-2
The Geller Group June 25 C-3
N. Schmidt June 26 C-4
K. OToole June 27 C-5
J. Kennett June 27 C-6
Vaal Investments Ltd. June 30 C-7
On June 17, Council set the date for the Public Hearing / Public Meeting. ... published in the NSN on June 30 and July 3, and notices were mailed to owners / occupants within the notification area. The MClk will note written submissions received for the July 8 PH / Public Mtg.
5. APPLICANTS PRESENTATION
6. PUBLIC INPUT
7. CLOSURE OR ADJOURNMENT OF PUBLIC HEARING / PUBLIC MEETING
If there is no further public input and Council does not request a further staff report:
RECOMMENDED: THAT all written and oral submissions be received and that the PH / Public Meeting be closed.
OR
If Council requests a further staff report:
RECOMMENDED: THAT staff report back to Council and that the Public Hearing / Public Meeting be adjourned to ____________________. (date, time, and location)
Members of Council are not permitted to receive further submissions once the Public Hearing is closed.
+ REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
(PUBLIC HEARING / PUBLIC MTG AT 7:00 PM IN COUNCIL CHAMBER, FOLLOWED BY REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING IN COUNCIL CHAMBER)
*7:00 PM
Following conclusion of the Public Hearing / Public Meeting the following items will be considered.
1. Call to Order.
2. Approval of July 8, 2013 Regular Council Meeting Agenda
3. Adoption of Council Meeting Minutes
RECOMMENDED: THAT the following Minutes be adopted as circulated:
June 17, 2013 special and regular Council meetings; and
June 24, 2013 Committee of the Whole and special and regular Council meetings.
REPORTS
4. Reports from Mayor and Councillors on Boards, Committees, and Working Groups
5. Invasive Plants Working Group Interim Report (File: 0117-20-IPSS)
PowerPoint presentation to be provided.
RECOMMENDED: THAT the report dated June 3, from the Mgr of Parks Planning/Cmnty Stewardship, be rec'd for info.
6. Nature Centre Project Proposal: Preliminary Discussions with WV Stewardship Groups
RECOMMENDED THAT:
1. Ccl approve further study of the estmt of a nature centre at the Navvy Jack house, located at 1768 Argyle, as outlined in the report dated April 29, 2013; and that
2. Staff report back to Ccl on a sustainable biz plan devpd by the WV stewardship grps for the nature centre concept, wch wd include a fully-funded, long-term operational and capital cmnty-supported funding model, as the next step in developing the nature centre proposal.
7. Seniors' Activity Centre: Request for Approval to Apply for a Food Primary Licence (File: 3070-01)
RECOMMENDED: be approved.
BYLAW for Second and Third Reading
8. Zoning Bylaw No. 4662, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 4752, 2013 (2074 Fulton Avenue) (File: 1610-20-4752)
The proposed bylaw received first reading at the June 17 regular Council mtg, and was the subject of a PH held on July 8. If the PH has closed, Council is not permitted to receive any further submissions regarding the proposed bylaw, and may consider second and third reading of the proposed bylaw.
9. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
9.1. Amendment to 2013 Council Meeting Schedule (File: 0120-01)
RECOMMENDED: THAT the 2013 Council Meeting Schedule be amended by:
scheduling a special Ccl mtg for July 29 at 7pm in the Municipal Hall Council Chamber; and
rescheduling the July 29 Ccl meeting for financial matters to begin at 4:30pm in the M Hall Council Chamber.
9.2. Public Safety Building Project Status Report for May, 2013 -- report dated June 6 be rec'd for information.
9.3. Development Permit Application No. 10-051 for Rodgers Creek Area 4 (File: 1010-20-10-051)
RECOMMENDED: THAT the MCk give notice that the DPA, which provides for site devt and subdivision
for two apartment sites, 14 semi-attached homes, six small single-family home lots and 15 regular-sized single family lots, will be considered at the meeting of Council on Monday July 29.
9.4. Correspondence List (click here to view correspondence packages) -- be rec'd for info
> Council Correspondence Update to June 14, 2013 (Noon)
Referred for Action
(1) T. von Dehn, June 7, re Regulating the Speed Limit Along the West Portion of Marine Drive
(Referred to Director of Engineering and Transportation for consideration and response)
(2) W. Caulfield, June 11, re To the Mayor and Council Dogs (regrettably!)
(Referred to Director of Lands, Bylaws, First Nations and Legal Affairs for consideration and response)
Received for Information
(3) C. McCormick, June 8, re Redevt Applicn at T Way and Keith (Milliken Devt Corp Assisted Living/Memory Care Cmnty)
(4) L. Burch, June 12, regarding bi-weekly garbage pick up
(5) P. Tomlinson, June 13, regarding Re: Translink.
(6) Pacific Animal Foundation, June 13, 2013, regarding West Van Animal Control Dept. and Municipal Shelter
(7) 11 submissions, dated June 6-14, 2013, re 1300 block Marine Drive
Responses to Correspondence
(8) Dir/Planning, Land Devt, and Permits, June 10, 2013, response to F. and N. Guise, Fwd: Erwin Drive
> Council Correspondence Update to June 21, 2013 (Noon)
Referred for Action
(1) J. Back, June 15, 2013, re Re: FW: Parking space question
(Referred to Director of Engineering and Transportation for consideration and response)
(2) P. Hundal, June 17, 2013, re June 17 Agenda Item 14.3 Term of Reference for Upper Lands Working Group
(Referred to Director of Planning, Land Development and Permits for consideration and response)
(3) M. and D. Graham, June 20, re Capilano View Cemetary [sic]
(Referred to Director of Parks and Community Services for consideration and response)
(4) N. Gibson, June 19, 2013, regarding Re Tax increase
(Referred to Acting Chief Financial Officer for consideration and response)
Received for Information
(5) Cmte and Board Mtg Minutes Bd of Variance Hearing Minutes May 15, 2013;
{Minutes neither informative nor helpful. "J Rommel (Rommel Design) provided information regarding hardship." IOW a reader has NO idea of what the hardship was/is! No idea if valid or not. Below, DRC minutes OTOH, have the questions and even the responses -- GREAT minutes.}
WV Memorial Library Bd Minutes May 22, 2013
(6) General Commercial User Group, June 13, 2013, regarding Port Metro Vancouver Issues
(7) City of North Vancouver, June 13, 2013, reSupport of a Genetically Engineered Free Zone in the City of NV\
(8) June 14, 2013, regarding Park Royal Development
(9) Procon Projects Ltd., June 16, re Ref: 2074 Fulton redevt for infill housing. (DPA/Proposed Zoning Amendmt Bylaw)
(Referred to July 8, 2013 Public Hearing and Public Meeting)
(10) K. Higgs, June 19, 2013, regarding Man-Up Mayor: First 17th, now 13th..
{this has really interesting) info re Turkey}
(11) 15 submissions, dated June 14 - 21, 2013, regarding Wireless Cell Towers
(12) 24 submissions, dated June 13 - 21, 2013, regarding 1300 block Marine Drive
(13) 5 submissions, dated June 4 - 17, 2013, regarding 1300 block Marine Drive
(Previously received at the June 17, 2013 Regular Council Meeting)
Responses to Correspondence
(14) Acting Dir/ Engg and Transportation, June 17, 2013, response to J. Back, Re: FW: Parking space question
> Council Correspondence Update to June 28, 2013 (Noon)
Referred for Action
(1) Greyhound Canada Transportation ULC, June 21, 2013, regarding Removal of Route Points
(Referred to Director of Engineering and Transportation for consideration and response)
(2) F. Allardice, June 22, 2013, regarding Harmony Arts.
(Referred to Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for consideration and response)
(3) Eden Place Residents, June 24, re Maison Sr Facility Applicn Process Response from Planning Dept Requested
(Referred to Director of Planning, Land Development and Permits for consideration and response)
(4) June 24, re Review and Analysis of the Districts 2013 1st Quarter Operating Results and Capital Plan Program Agenda Item #3 Regular Council Meeting Financial Matters 4:30 PM June 24 2013
(Referred to Acting Chief Financial Officer for consideration and response)
(5) N. Cabot, June 28, 2013, re Dumpster Divers
(Referred to Director of Lands, Bylaws, First Nations and Legal Affairs for consideration and response)
(6) June 27, 2013, regarding Longboarding
(Referred to Director of Lands, Bylaws, First Nations, and Legal Affairs for consideration and response)
Received for Information
(7) Committee and Board Meeting Minutes Design Review Committee April 18, 2013
{Fabulous minutes! Gives the questions asked and the responses. Informative and helpful. TYVM.}
(8) M. Moayeri, June 11, 2013, regarding In support of Enliven West Van
(9) A. Gunn, June 20, 2013, regarding Proposed Park Royal Development
(10) J. Weston, M.P., June 25, 2013, regarding Electoral Boundaries Redistribution
{give your opinion: geography or popn. Our riding has the popn roughly of PEI wch gets four MPs.}
(11) 5 submissions, dated June 15 - 26, 2013, regarding 1300 block Marine Drive
(12) 5 submissions, dated June 24 - 27, 2013, regarding [2074 Fulton applicns]
(Referred to July 8, 2013 Public Hearing and Public Meeting)
(13) 4 submissions, dated June 22 - 25, 2013, regarding Wireless Cell Towers
Responses to Correspondence
(14) Manager of Engineering Services, May 31, 2013, response to J. Winter, Waste Removal Services
(15) Acting Dir/Engg and Transportation, June 17, response to J. Back, Re: FW: Parking space question
> Council Correspondence Update to July 2, 2013 (4:30 p.m.)
(1) Vaal Investments Ltd., June 30, 2013, re Proposed Rezoning and DP for 2074 Fulton Ave., West Vancouver.
(Referred to July 8, 2013 Public Hearing and Public Meeting).
10. OTHER ITEMS 11. PUBLIC QUESTIONS/COMMENTS 13. ADJOURNMENT
HIGHLIGHTS
Comments by GP (during PH) querying Uplift a lowly $45K esp when Uplift by same company for Hollyburn Mews gave one $2M below.
Ccl, even though background/calcs missing from the report and staff refused to provide it to public (nor to Ccl either), approved and accepted, however several said unsatisfied so shd be the topic of a CotW mtg.
=== ANIMALWATCH ===
+ Guilty DOG -- the facial expressions are precious..... http://www.maniacworld.com/which-is-the-guilty-dog.html
+ A SQUIRREL adopted by a cat even learned to purr! So cute -- I found it amazing -- and inter-species caring, closeness, and love are truly heartwarming..... http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=fHT1nAX46dM
nature and/or nurture? behaviour modification?
+ whodathunk it? -- juggling OTTER; 31 sec ..... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHRqD1LFgLA
+ Kitten Refuses to Return Money!
Looks like this adorable kitten is having some money problems! After getting his paws on some cash, he refuses to return it!
Video Link -- http://www.vancouversun.com/videos//video.html?embedCode=NqNGh1YzqSVMg9E-oqzfbwmEuIniVy4N
+ Massive dog won't get out of bed
http://www.vancouversun.com/videos/recommended/video.html?embedCode=N5a3JqYzoRYd7YjENeAbvZsy_4an7wJC
+ BUTTERCUP -- an uplifting endearing story
- born crippled, lacking functional foot so walking difficult; articicial foot fitted, happy quacking walker!
- Buttercup's new leg: http://www.usatoday.com/videos/tech/2013/07/02/2484879/
Buttercup shows off new prosthetic leg, gets cheque from Aflac.
- Duck gets prosthetic foot made by 3D printer -- Ninemsn staff 11:13am July 2, 2013
http://news.ninemsn.com.au/technology/2013/07/02/11/13/duck-gets-prosthetic-foot-using-3d-printer
=== INFObits ===
The patriotic tone of the Saint Jean Baptiste Day celebrations began in 1834. In that year Ludger Duvernay, an influential journalist, visited the St Patrick's Day celebrations in Montreal, and was inspired to create a similar event for French Canadians. In 1843, he established the Saint Jean Baptiste Society to promote the celebration of Saint Jean Baptiste Day. This organization was supported by the Catholic Church, which saw it as a way to promote social and moral progress. In 1908 St John the Baptist was designated as the patron Saint of Quebec, re-enforcing the connection between Saint Jean Baptiste Day and French-Canadian patriotism.
The fleur-de-lis represents the flower of an iris or a lily. It was probably a symbol of French speaking people and their kings after King Clovis I converted to Christianity in the year 493. The fleur-de-lis is often associated with the Virgin Mary and her purity. Quebec's flag is one-and-a half times as wide as it is high and has a blue background. The background is divided into four rectangles by a cross and each of the four rectangles contains a single white fleur-de-lis. The flag of Quebec and the fleurs-de-lis are widespread symbols of Saint Jean Baptiste Day. Many people choose to wear blue or white clothing to the celebrations. http://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/canada/st-jean-baptiste-day
=== WOMENWATCH ===
+++ CTV National News June 26 -- more women than men in university now:
http://www.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=955193
+++ July 12 -- UN-declared Malala Day! "I am Malala"
See http://www.cbc.ca/news/yourcommunity/2013/07/malalas-10-most-inspiring-quotes-from-her-un-speech.html
=== BIKEWATCH ===
JOHN PUCHER'S CYCLING AND WALKING VIDEO
How to Increase Cycling and WalkingLessons from Cities Across the Globe -- June 14, 2013
In this talk, John Pucher documents the boom in cycling in European and North American cities. He discusses how cycling can thrive even in cities with no history or culture of daily, utilitarian cycling, but only if govt policies provide safe, convenient, and pleasant cycling conditions. He also addresses the fact that govt policies are key to encouraging walking and making it safer. Safe infrastructure is a prerequisite, but must be complemented by many other supportive measures.
How to Increase Cycling and WalkingLessons from Cities Across the Globe
At his recent lecture at Simon Fraser University, John Pucher of Rutgers University documented the boom in cycling in both European and North American cities. Watch it now.
http://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/about/program-units/city-program/resources/videos/how-to-increase-cycling-and-walking.html
=== ROYALWATCH === searching the skies hoping to sight a stork!
=== WORDWATCH === duct tape or duck tape?
Michael Quinion of World Wide Words has done the research: http://www.worldwidewords.org/qa/qa-duc4.htm
{and, just heard about something called 'frog tape'!}
PS (this week's issue):
Duct tape I have been roundly told off for implying last week that gaffer tape and duct tape are related. Wayne Simpson wrote, They are definitely not the same thing, as any motion picture lighting technician (such as me) or grip will tell you. Gaffers tape (with or without the apostrophe) is cloth tape, not vinyl; the adhesive is more friendly and doesnt leave the disgusting residue that duct tape does. Its meant to be removed without destroying what it was attached to (though you shouldnt use it on wallpaper).
=== HERITAGEWATCH ===
+ HERITAGE SOCIETY of BC http://www.heritagebc.ca/home/ -- seeking new Executive Director!
+ HERITAGE WEST VAN heritage.westvan.org
Now planning: RoyalTea-by-the-Sea in Dundarave Park 2 - 4pm Saturday August 10
Phone 922 4400 or write royaltea2013@heritage.westvan.org with ideas, suggestions, offers,...
info@royaltea.ca and reserve@royaltea.ca for reservations!
+ HERITAGE VANCOUVER SOCIETY
E-bulletin sign-up for event listings, alerts, heritage info; all coming events: www.heritagevancouver.org
ROEDDE HOUSE'S Second Sunday Series presents: Rising Stars Showcase
~ 3pm Sunday July 14 -- $10 -- Featuring Richard Wang and Joshua Tromans
Already winning competitions and audience's hearts, 11-year-old Richard Wang and 8-year-old Joshua Tromans combine youthful enthusiasm with musical abilities well beyond their young ages. Selections include Beethoven's beloved "Moonlight" sonata as well as works by Bach and Chopin.
This concert is part of a monthly concert series, taking place on the second Sunday of each month at 3pm. Seating is limited (max. 30) and bookings are strongly encouraged. [This concert series wd not be possible without the generous support of the Vancouver Fdn and of the German Consulate in Vancouver.]
THIS WEEKEND! Walking Tour: Granville Street's 800 to 1200 Blocks
~10am to noon ~ Saturday July 20 Tickets - $15; Heritage Vancouver Members $10
- Meet outside Starbuck's coffee at Granville & Georgia (next to London Drugs); tour ends at Granville & Blake.
Any remaining tickets will be sold on site 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour. Cash or cheque only.
This is the first of our many upcoming walking tours and events related to the 2013 Heritage Vancouver Top Ten Endangered Sites. For more info on this historic streetscape and how it is threatened, view our position paper.
Join Heritage expert Anthony Norfolk on a tour of one of Vancouvers oldest commercial streets. Norfolk was involved in developing the 1991 comprehensive plan for the Downtown South and remains an active advocate for its preservation.
Due to redevelopment pressure and current zoning policy, the heritage character of Granville Streets 800 to 1200 blocks is at risk. The tour will be a good opportunity to focus on the future of these blocks. The 1991 report recommended that the area be the main street for the downtown south neighbourhood. This has never happened. Could this still be the destiny of this important strip?
During the walk you will explore the 22 buildings currently on the City of Vancouver's Heritage Register, eleven additional buildings recommended for inclusion, and buildings that have been removed from the Register.
Cheque payment option (Please let us know if you've mailed a cheque at events@heritagevancouver.org):
Made out to Heritage Vancouver Society and mailed to: 1020 Denman St., PO Box 47036 Denman Place, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E1 Online payment option: Register via Eventbrite at hvs-granville-norfolk.eventbrite.com
+ VANCOUVER HERITAGE FOUNDATION --
Discover Yaletown! Starting at the Roundhouse Cmnty Ctr, home to one of the original steam trains, join Maurice Guibord on a walking tour as he guides you through this area known for chic living, once one of Vancouver's grimier nbrhds. Bordered by tourist haunt Gastown, and Granville with its fabulous neon, Yaletown boasts its own unique history of warehouses, industry, and rail yards that define its nbrhd identity.
~ noon ~ July 12th ~ $12/pp; Meet at Ctr, Pacific & Davie Sign up here: https://register.beanstream.com/scripts/registration.asp?form=1984
o TAKE A WALKING TOUR http://www.vancouverheritagefoundation.org/take-a-tour/walking-tours/
July 13th - Triangle West
Starting at Georgia & Thurlow, we explore the early nbrhd of H.H. Simmonds, architect of the Stanley Theatre.
o Places That Matter
http://www.vancouverheritagefoundation.org/special-projects/places-that-matter-plaque-project/
View the Places That Matter webpage http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/375523/40187b9684/1805511597/e6fbad22fa/
o Places That Matter - Lions' Gate Bridge
Built by the Guinness brewing family in 1938, the Lions' Gate Bridge provided access to West Vancouver at the beginning of Vancouver's car-centric years. Since then its elegant style, enhanced by lighting installed for Expo 86', has become synonymous with Vancouver. Debate surrounded the bridge in the 1990s when its capacity and heritage value were questioned, but in 1998 the bridge was restored and today it remains a landmark of Vancouver's skyline.
We'll be celebrating this great piece of history with mbrs of the Guinness family and historian Don Luxton.
~ 2:30pm ~ Wednesday July 17th ~ Meet at the overpass just before Prospect Point, in Stanley Park.
*Pay parking is available at Prospect Pt, less than a 5-min walk from where the presentation will be held.
See: http://www.vancouverheritagefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Lions-Gate-Bridge-July82013.pdf
o BIKE TOURS
Hop on your bike and tour the political and natural storms of Stanley Park Tix $20
Brand new for 2013 well be offering guided bike tours. Take a ride through our bike friendly city and learn some history while youre at it!
Please bring a bicycle, safety equipment, water, and anything else you may need to enjoy your ride.
Dont have a bike? No problem! Spokes Bicycle Rentals is generously offering a 30% discount on bike and equipment rentals to anyone attending one of our Bike Tours. Rental includes a bike, helmet, and lock. Please note BC laws require all riders to wear bike helmets.
HUB Members are eligible for a 20% discount! Make sure you bring your membership card with you to the tour.
STANLEY PARK -- 9:30 - 11:30am -- June 15, July 20, and August 17
Meet at Devonian Park at the Northwest corner of Denman and Georgia.
Vancouver's urban forest holds a complex history of destroyed First Nations villages and squatters' cabins, military unrest and forgotten burial places, British enclaves, sports and cultural venues, and of course, renowned natural endowments, some more recent than you might think. Owing to its natural popularity, Stanley Park has become an engineered landscape, with many tourist draws such as the totems, blow-down amusement parks, and preserved reminders of the raw force of nature. Enjoy a leisurely paced cycle while digging into the storms and controversies that have formed this majestic park.
~~~ MAIKU ~~~ for 2013 July 1
no past power or
powerful ego --
glad to be Canadian
quotations thoughts puns
I would rather be an optimist and wrong than a pessimist and right.
-- Kurt Gödel, Austrian-American mathematician (1906 - 1978)
The most certain test by which we can judge whether a country is really free is the amount of security enjoyed by minorities. -- Lord Acton (John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton), British historian (1834 - 1902)
The man who dies rich dies disgraced. -- Andrew Carnegie, Scottish-American industrialist (1835 - 1919)
All the best performers bring to their role something more, something different than what the author put on paper. That's what makes theatre live. That's why it persists. -- Stephen Sondheim, American composer (b 1930)
The really happy man is one who can enjoy the scenery on a detour.
On the mountains of truth you can never climb in vain: either you will reach a point higher up today, or you will be training your powers so that you will be able to climb higher tomorrow. -- Friedrich Nietzsche, German philosopher (1844 - 1900)
The voice of reason is inaudible to irrational people. -- Dr. Mardy Grothe, US Psychologist (b 1942)
The ring always believes that the finger lives for it. -- Malcolm De Chazal, Mauritian writer, painter (1902 - 1981)
We are not retreating -- we are advancing in another direction. -- General Douglas MacArthur, US General (1880 - 1964)
Sign Under Clock in a College Classroom:
Time will pass, will you?
Dictionary: Spell binder. -- Joseph F. Morris
The experienced carpenter really nailed it, but the new guy screwed everything up.
A no-fly zone prohibits zippers.
Greengrocers earn a meagre celery, come home beet, and just want to read the pepper, take a leek, turnip the covers endive into bed.
The humorist's favourite sandwich was smoked tongue on wry.