Mission public meetings in 2022

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes decisions on 2023 municipally funded grants, endorsement of new Development Cost Charge rates, and several rezoning applications. Council will also hear delegations about parkland on Brackley Avenue and building permit challenges, and consider options for retail cannabis regulations.

• 2023 Community Enhancement Grants totaling $82,000 to 17 organizations, including $12,000 to Mission Alano Club and $9,000 to Mission Folk Music Festival
• 2023 Fee for Service Grants totaling $228,660, including $86,118 to Mission District Historical Society and $38,000 to Mission Environmental Stewardship Society
• Endorse proposed Development Cost Charge rates and direct staff to prepare a bylaw
• Rezoning applications for 9075/9127 Emiry Street, 30328 Berg Avenue, 12358 Carr Street, and 12187 Rolley Lake Street
• Options for limiting retail cannabis stores, including maintaining moratorium or lifting with restrictions

Council awarded multiple community enhancement, event, and fee-for-service grants for 2023. The Downtown Development Incentive Program was extended through December 31, 2026. Council also approved several rezoning applications and a temporary use permit for housing.

• Approved 2023 Community Enhancement, Event, and Fee for Service grants
• Extended Downtown Development Incentive Program to Dec 31, 2026
• Approved Temporary Use Permit TP22-009 for 32550 Logan Avenue (6-1)
• Approved maximum of 3 new retail cannabis stores in Silverdale, North Mission, and Hatzic (6-1)
• Approved 2023 Mission Community Heritage Commission Work Plan and $8,000 budget
• Approved rezoning for 33800 Darbyshire Drive to RR7s
• Approved Development Permit DP22-054 for 33231 - 1st Avenue
• Resolved that Mayor write to fuel companies regarding pricing equity

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only agenda items are a resolution to exclude the public and adjourn to a closed session. The closed session will discuss land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation, and preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service, under sections of the Community Charter. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(e) of the Community Charter (land acquisition/disposition/expropriation)
• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter (preliminary municipal service negotiations)
• Adjourn to closed council meeting

The meeting was procedural. Council voted to exclude the public to discuss land matters and preliminary municipal service negotiations before adjourning.

• Approved resolution RC(C)22-037 to close the meeting to the public
• Approved resolution RC(C)22-038 to adjourn the meeting

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting has two main items: first readings of Fee Revision Bylaw 6157-2022 to amend user fees and charges across city bylaws, and a resolution to close the meeting to discuss a land acquisition or disposition under Section 90(1)(e) of the Community Charter. The fee bylaw is based on a staff report dated November 15, 2022.

• Fee Revision Bylaw 6157-2022 – first, second, and third readings
• 2023 Fees and Charges Review staff report
• Resolution to exclude public for land acquisition/disposition discussion

Council approved a bylaw to amend various user fees and charges. The minimum tipping fee for loads originating inside and outside of Mission was removed from the bylaw and deferred pending more information.

• Adopted the December 12, 2022 Special Council Meeting agenda
• Deferred consideration of minimum tipping fees for loads inside and outside Mission
• Approved Fee Revision Bylaw 6157-2022 (first, second, and third readings) as amended
• Resolved to close the meeting to the public regarding land acquisition, disposition or expropriation

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council will hold public hearings and consider several zoning amendments, a housing agreement, and a pedestrian safety improvement at the Second Avenue Bus Exchange. They will also review reports on forestry operations, downtown parking, and the 2022 audit, and consider a motion to restrict election signage.

• Public hearings for rezoning at 8566 Nottman Street, 32643 Badger Avenue, and 7550 Robin Crescent
• First and second reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6106-2022-5949(69) for 12631 Carr Street
• Housing Agreement Bylaw 6142-2022 for 33162 and 33164 3rd Avenue
• Development Variance Permit DV22-028 for 33966 Parr Avenue
• Motion to prepare report on restricting election campaign signage

Council approved three rezoning bylaws for properties on Nottman Street, Badger Avenue, and Robin Crescent. A purchase for a Public Works transit van was approved, while pedestrian safety improvements at the Second Avenue Bus Exchange were deferred. Council also directed staff to research restrictions on election campaign signage.

• Approved $60,500 plus tax for a 2020 AWD Low Roof Transit Van
• Approved third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6139-2022-5949(88) for 8566 Nottman Street
• Approved third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6140-2022-5949(89) for 32643 Badger Avenue (5-2)
• Approved third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6141-2022-5949(90) for 7550 Robin Crescent (6-1)
• Approved first and second reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6106-2022-5949(69) for 12631 Carr Street
• Approved third reading of Street Naming Bylaw 6127-2022
• Tabled pedestrian safety improvements at Second Avenue Bus Exchange pending cost estimates
• Tabled Housing Agreement Bylaw 6142-2022 for 33162 and 33164 3rd Avenue

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only substantive action is a resolution to exclude the public. The closed session will discuss personal information about a candidate for a municipal position and the acquisition, disposition, or expropriation of land. No other business is on the agenda.

• Resolution to close meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(a) and 90(1)(e)
• Discussion of personal information about an individual considered for a municipal position
• Discussion of land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation

The meeting was procedural. Council voted to exclude the public and adjourn to a closed session to discuss personnel, land matters, legal advice, and preliminary service negotiations.

• Approved resolution RC(C)22-0353 to close the meeting to the public
• Approved resolution RC(C)22-036 to adjourn the meeting

Special (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a special pre-closed council meeting. Council will vote to exclude the public to discuss municipal objectives, measures, and progress reports for preparing the annual municipal report under section 98 of the Community Charter. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00-10:00 AM at the Emergency Operations Centre at Fire Station No. 1, 33330 – 7th Avenue, Mission, BC.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(l) of the Community Charter
• Discussion of municipal objectives, measures, and progress reports for annual report preparation

Council met for a special pre-closed session and voted to exclude the public from the proceedings. The closure was based on discussions regarding municipal objectives and progress reports for an annual municipal report.

• Approved resolution SC(C)22-007 to close the meeting to the public
• Approved resolution SC(C)22-008 to adjourn the meeting

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only substantive action is a resolution to exclude the public. Council will adjourn to a closed session to discuss items permitted under the Community Charter, including personal information about potential municipal officers or award recipients, labour relations, land acquisition or disposition, law enforcement, litigation, and solicitor-client privileged advice. No public decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92
• Closed session topics: personnel, awards, labour relations, land deals, law enforcement, litigation, legal advice

The meeting was procedural only. Council voted to exclude the public and adjourned to a closed session to discuss personnel, land, law enforcement, and legal matters.

• Approved resolution RC(C)22-033 to close the meeting to the public
• Approved resolution RC(C)22-034 to adjourn the meeting

Regular Council Meeting

This is a regular council meeting with public hearings, staff reports, and bylaw readings. Key items include proposed rezoning and Official Community Plan amendments for properties on Dewdney Trunk Road, Darbyshire Drive, and Sylvia Avenue, plus funding decisions for a library renovation and demolition of city-owned houses. The meeting also includes delegations, an RCMP quarterly report, and several bylaw adoptions.

• Public hearing and third reading for OCP and zoning bylaws at 8716 and 33447 Dewdney Trunk Road (OTG Developments)
• Public hearing and third reading for zoning bylaws at 33800 Darbyshire Drive and 32944 Sylvia Avenue
• Recommendation to spend up to $50,000 from Member Voluntary Contribution for library workroom renovation
• Recommendation to use $98,000 to demolish city-owned houses at 9104 Emiry Street and 32224 Dewdney Trunk Road
• Adoption of zoning, street naming, and road closure bylaws for properties on Dewdney Trunk Road and Nelson Street

Council deferred the third reading of bylaws for a proposed industrial and firehall development at 8716 and 33447 Dewdney Trunk Road pending further reports. Other actions included approving library renovations and several residential rezoning bylaws.

• Deferred third reading of OCP and Zoning bylaws for 8716 and 33447 Dewdney Trunk Road
• Approved up to $50,000 for Mission Library staff workroom renovations
• Approved demolition of city-owned house at 32224 Dewdney Trunk Road
• Deferred demolition of 9104 Emiry Street to explore cultural/heritage use (6-1)
• Read third reading of rezoning for 33800 Darbyshire Drive to allow secondary dwelling
• Read third reading of rezoning for 32944 Sylvia Avenue to allow subdivision and secondary dwellings
• Adopted rezoning for 33666 and 33688 Dewdney Trunk Road and 31173 Dewdney Trunk Road
• Adopted Road Closure Bylaw for portions of Nelson Street and Galliford Street

Freestanding Committee of the Whole

This is a budget-focused Committee of the Whole meeting where Council will review the 2023 draft budget, including the general operating fund, capital plan, and spending packages. They will also consider approving the revised 2023 budget schedule and proposed 2023 fee changes. Several reports are for information only, including the 2022 Citizen Satisfaction Survey results and financial reports.

• Approval of revised 2023 budget schedule
• Approval of 2023 fee increases and new fees
• Presentation of Tier One spending packages for public consultation in January 2023
• Review of 2023 General Operating Fund draft budget status
• Review of Capital Plan and Drainage Utility Financial Plan

The Committee approved a revised 2023 budget schedule and proposed updates to city fees and charges. Several specific spending packages for hospital equipment, hydrological studies, parking, and water system maintenance were recommended for funding. Tier One operating service level spending packages will be presented for public consultation in January 2023.

• Approved revised 2023 budget schedule
• Approved proposed 2023 fee increases, changes, and new fees
• Recommended staff schedule a business licencing fees workshop for Q1 2023
• Recommended $377,506 for Mission Memorial Hospital medical equipment from Forest Legacy fund
• Recommended $75,000 for Stave Falls Community Hydrological Study from general operating surplus
• Recommended $65,000 for Downtown Parking Assessment from general operating surplus
• Recommended $100,000 for Ruskin Water System maintenance ($50k water operating surplus, $50k water capital reserve)
• Recommended Tier One operating service level spending packages be presented for January 2023 public consultation

Regular Council Meeting

The Mission City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and first/second readings of zoning bylaws for properties on Emiry, Campbell, Wilson, Nottman, Badger, and Robin. They will also consider development variance permits for Dewdney Trunk Road and James Street, as well as adopt bylaws for water, sewer, and solid waste rates. The agenda includes a donation from the Royal Canadian Legion for fire equipment and notices of motion for a healthcare symposium and a bottle depot account.

• Public hearings for rezoning at 9086 Emiry, 12033 Campbell, and 11707 Wilson
• First/second readings for rezoning at 8566 Nottman, 32643 Badger, and 7550 Robin
• Adoption of water, sewer, and solid waste rate bylaws
• Donation of $3,000 from Royal Canadian Legion for flammable liquids detector
• Development variance permits for 29622 Dewdney Trunk and 7339 James

Council adopted bylaws increasing water, sewer, and solid waste user fees. The city also approved $10,000 to host a regional healthcare planning symposium and authorized a memorial for the Komagata Maru. Several zoning amendments and development permits were approved, while one variance permit for 7339 James Street was defeated.

• Approved 15% increase to sewer user fees
• Approved 2.1% increase to water user fees
• Approved 1.5% increase to solid waste management user fees
• Allocated $10,000 for a regional healthcare planning symposium
• Allocated up to $2,500 for a permanent Komagata Maru memorial at Jack Poole Harbourside Park
• Approved rezoning of 33111-33157 Cherry Avenue to Multi-unit Townhouse One (MT1) Zone
• Approved rezoning of 32089 Van Velzen Avenue to Multi-unit Duplex 465 (MD465) Zone
• Denied Development Variance Permit DV22-009 for 7339 James Street (2-5)

Special Inaugural Council Meeting

This was the special inaugural meeting where the newly elected 2022-2026 Mission council was sworn in. Mayor Paul Horn delivered an inaugural address outlining priorities including community planning, economic development, growth readiness, and environmental action. The council also approved appointments to various boards and committees.

• Oaths of office taken by Mayor Paul Horn and Councillors Mark Davies, Angel Elias, Jag Gill, Carol Hamilton, Ken Herar, Danny Plecas
• Mayor's address: priorities include Official Community Plan review, healthcare corridor, Lougheed Highway properties, North Mission rural planning
• Plans to move forward: Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan and Silverdale Central Neighbourhood Plan
• Calls for fourth fire station, new RCMP building, more firefighters and RCMP members
• Appointments approved to boards and committees including FVRD Board, Fraser Valley Regional Library Board, and Mission Arts Council

The 2022-2026 Council was formally inaugurated with oaths of office. The body approved appointments for various external boards, select committees, and the schedule for Acting Mayors.

• Approved appointments of representatives to various boards and external committees
• Approved appointments to Select Committees and Commissions
• Approved Acting Mayor rotation schedule for November 2022 to October 2026
• Authorized Mayor and Corporate Officer to execute all documents and agreements for the City
• Adopted the November 2, 2022 Special Inaugural Council Meeting agenda

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes first and second readings for two rezoning bylaws (33800 Darbyshire Drive and 32944 Sylvia Avenue), first through third readings for 2023 water, sewer, and solid waste fee amending bylaws, and adoption of several previously heard bylaws. Council will also receive a report on summer activities in the Stave West Forest and Recreation Area, and consider development variance permits for properties on Dewdney Trunk Road and Richards Avenue. Proclamations for Veterans' Week and Foster Family Month are also on the agenda.

• First and second reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6137-2022-5949(86) to rezone 33800 Darbyshire Drive from RR7 to RR7s
• First and second reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6138-2022-5949(87) to rezone 32944 Sylvia Avenue from S20 to R465s, plus Development Variance Permit DV22-021
• First, second, and third readings of 2023 Water, Sewer, and Solid Waste user fee amending bylaws (6134, 6135, 6136)
• Adoption of bylaws for 12631 Powell Street, 31380 Lougheed Highway, and 32596 Richards Avenue rezonings
• Development variance permits DV21-029 and DV22-024 for Dewdney Trunk Road properties reducing ALR buffers

Council approved a 15% increase to sewer user fees, a 2.1% increase to water rates, and a 1.5% increase to solid waste management fees. They also advanced rezoning for properties at 33800 Darbyshire Drive and 32944 Sylvia Avenue, and adopted several zoning and official community plan amendments. Development variance permits for properties on Dewdney Trunk Road were approved in a 5-2 vote, with Councillors Gill and Plecas opposed.

• Approved 15% sewer user rate increase (unanimous)
• Approved 2.1% water rate increase (unanimous)
• Approved 1.5% solid waste fee increase (unanimous)
• Advanced rezoning at 33800 Darbyshire Drive to RR7s (unanimous)
• Advanced rezoning at 32944 Sylvia Avenue to R465s (unanimous)
• Approved development variance permits DV21-029 and DV22-024 for Dewdney Trunk Road (5-2)
• Adopted zoning amendment for 12631 Powell Street to RR7s (unanimous)
• Adopted OCP amendment redesignating 31380 Lougheed Highway from Agriculture to Industrial (unanimous)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting. The only substantive action is a resolution to exclude the public, citing three sections of the Community Charter. The closed session will address personal information about a municipal position, land acquisition or disposition, and solicitor-client privileged advice.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(a) (personal info about a position)
• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(e) (land acquisition/disposition)
• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(i) (solicitor-client privilege)

The council voted unanimously to exclude the public from the meeting to discuss personal information about a candidate for a municipal position, potential land transactions, and solicitor-client privileged advice. The meeting then adjourned to closed session.

• Approved resolution RC(C)22-031 to close meeting to the public (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting via RC(C)22-032 (unanimous)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only substantive action is a resolution to exclude the public. The closed session will discuss land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service, citing sections of the Community Charter. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(e) (land matters)
• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(k) (municipal service negotiations)

The council held a brief pre-closed meeting and voted unanimously to exclude the public to discuss land acquisition/disposition and preliminary municipal service negotiations, citing sections 90(1)(e) and 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Closed meeting to public for land and service negotiations (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes public hearings on five rezoning bylaws, recommendations on several development applications, and consideration of the 2023 council meeting schedule and facility closures. Council will also hear delegations from the Mission Basketball Club and the Canadian Center for Women's Empowerment, and consider proclamations for Economic Abuse Awareness Day and Fire Prevention Week.

• Public hearings for rezoning at 32596 Richards Ave, 32089 Van Velzen Ave, 32582 Fleming Ave, 7472 Turner St, and 30256 Nikula Ave
• Development application for 9086 Emiry St: rezoning, development permit, variance permit, and street naming
• Third reading for rezoning at 7743 Stave Lake St and street naming Hattori Terrace
• Development variance permits for 34363/34385 Dewdney Trunk Rd and unaddressed Lot D on Dewdney Trunk Rd
• 2023 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw adoption

Council gave third reading to rezone 7743 Stave Lake Street from Rural Residential 7 to Multi-unit Townhouse One, allowing 35 townhouse units, with Councillor Gill opposed. Several other rezoning bylaws received third reading, while two were deferred pending further reports on slope stability and road safety. Council also endorsed the Stave Heights Engineering Plan and approved the 2023 Council meeting schedule.

• Third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6067-2021-5949(51) for 7743 Stave Lake Street (5-1)
• Deferred third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6123-2022-5949(79) for 32582 Fleming Avenue pending slope stability report
• Deferred third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6124-2022-5949(80) for 7472 Turner Street pending road safety report
• Third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6118-2022-5949(75) for 32596 Richards Avenue (secondary dwelling)
• Third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6119-2022-5949(76) for 32089 Van Velzen Avenue (duplex)
• Third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6125-2022-5949(81) for 30256 Nikula Avenue (2-lot subdivision)
• Endorsed Stave Heights Engineering Plan
• Approved 2023 Council meeting schedule and closure of municipal facilities between Christmas and New Year's

Freestanding Committee of the Whole

The Freestanding Committee of the Whole (Corporate Administration & Finance Committee - Budget) is meeting to discuss and recommend 2023 utility user fees for water, solid waste, and sewer services. The sewer fees include a proposed 20% increase for 2023 and annual 5% increases through 2030 to fund a potential $2.1 million debt payment for upgrades to the JAMES Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• Water Utility user fees for 2023, effective January 1, 2023
• Solid Waste Utility user fees for 2023, effective January 1, 2023
• Sewer Utility user fees for 2023, including a 20% increase to all fees, effective January 1, 2023
• Sewer Utility user fees to increase 5% each year from 2024 to 2030 to fund potential debt payment of $2.1 million
• Upgrades at JAMES Wastewater Treatment Plant estimated at $23 million (Mission's share)

The Freestanding Committee of the Whole reviewed and recommended approval of 2023 utility user fee increases: water (2.1%, $10.80/year), solid waste (1.5%, $4.32/year), and sewer (15%, $94.68/year), effective January 1, 2023. The sewer increase was revised from a proposed 20% to 15% for 2023, with a plan for 6% annual increases from 2024 to 2030 to fund $23 million in upgrades at the JAMES Wastewater Treatment Plant. The committee also directed staff to report back on solid waste stream management, including landfill plans and contaminated wood options.

• Recommended approval of 2023 Water Utility user fees with 2.1% increase ($10.80/year) effective Jan 1, 2023 (COW22-007, carried)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Solid Waste Utility user fees with 1.5% increase ($4.32/year) effective Jan 1, 2023 (COW22-009, carried)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Sewer Utility user fees with 15% increase ($94.68/year) effective Jan 1, 2023, plus 6% annual increases 2024-2030 (COW22-010, carried)
• Directed staff to report back on solid waste stream, landfill plans, private collector impacts, and contaminated wood options (COW22-008, carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council will hear a delegation from the Mission Basketball Club, receive reports on forestry and investments, and consider several budget amendments and development applications. Key decisions include a $2.9 million budget increase for the Penitentiary Lift Station Replacement, a $135,000 transfer for the Mission Museum Roofing project, and first readings of two rezoning bylaws. Council will also consider the 2023 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw and a temporary use permit renewal.

• Budget increase of $2,909,000 for Penitentiary Lift Station Replacement, funded from Sewer Capital Reserve
• Budget transfer of $60,000 from Public Works Truck Shed and $75,000 from Search and Rescue roofing to fund $135,000 Mission Museum Roofing increase
• Rezoning of 12033 Campbell Street from RU36 to RU16s (first and second readings)
• Rezoning of 11707 Wilson Street from RU16 to RR7 (first and second readings)
• 2023 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw 6122-2022 for first, second, and third readings

Council approved a $2.9 million budget increase for the Penitentiary Lift Station Replacement project, funded from the Sewer Capital Reserve Fund. They also advanced rezoning for two properties, approved a $135,000 budget transfer for the Mission Museum roof, and renewed a temporary use permit for Durieu Street properties. Several proclamations were issued, and a new bus stop design was received for future budget consideration.

• Approved $2,909,000 budget increase for Penitentiary Lift Station Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $135,000 budget transfer for Mission Museum Roofing project (unanimous)
• Advanced rezoning of 12033 Campbell Street to RU16s for first and second reading (unanimous)
• Advanced rezoning of 11707 Wilson Street to RR7 for first and second reading (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Temporary Use Permit TP18-003 for 7136 and 7120 Durieu Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Zoning Amending Bylaw 6120-2022-5949(77) for 30160 Dewdney Trunk Road (unanimous)
• Proclaimed Culture Days (Sep 23-Oct 16), Circular Economy Month (Oct), and Wrongful Conviction Awareness Day (Oct 2) (unanimous)
• Received conceptual design for new bus stop on 1st Avenue for 2023 budget consideration (unanimous)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting. The only action is a resolution to exclude the public and adjourn to a closed session to discuss solicitor-client privileged advice and confidential negotiations with provincial or federal governments. No public business is scheduled.

• Resolution to close meeting under Community Charter Section 90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privilege
• Resolution to close meeting under Community Charter Section 90(2)(b) for confidential government negotiations

The council voted unanimously to exclude the public from the meeting to receive solicitor-client privileged advice and to consider confidential information related to negotiations with provincial or federal governments. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting.

• Approved resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(i) and 90(2)(b) (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed meeting at 1:02 p.m. (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two rezoning bylaws, followed by consideration of numerous development applications, including several rezoning requests for duplex and secondary dwelling zones. Council will also vote on a $165,000 emergency repair for Lapwing Crescent, approve a new Bylaw Enforcement and Compliance Policy, and discuss a new approach to support secondary suites. The agenda includes service recognitions, proclamations, and a delegation about recovery home supervision.

• Public hearing: Zoning Amending Bylaw 6120-2022-5949(77) to rezone 30160 Dewdney Trunk Road to RR7s
• Public hearing: Zoning Amending Bylaw 6121-2022-5949(78) to rezone 30835 Silverhill Avenue to RR7s
• Recommendation to approve $165,000 plus GST for Lapwing Crescent emergency hillside repair, funded from Water Capital Reserve
• First and second readings for rezoning bylaws at 32089 Van Velzen Ave, 32582 Fleming Ave, 7472 Turner St, 30256 Nikula Ave, 12033 Campbell St
• OCP and rezoning for 8716 and 33447 Dewdney Trunk Road to CD54 and IPRC zones

Council voted 3-4 to defeat third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6121-2022-5949(78), which would have rezoned 30835 Silverhill Avenue to allow a 5-lot subdivision with secondary dwellings. Council also approved a $165,000 emergency hillside repair for Lapwing Crescent, adopted several zoning bylaws for duplex and secondary suite developments, and directed staff to explore limiting cannabis stores in Mission.

• Defeated third reading of rezoning for 30835 Silverhill Avenue (3-4)
• Approved $165,000 emergency hillside repair for Lapwing Crescent
• Approved Bylaw Enforcement and Compliance Policy LEG.06(C)
• Approved $5,000 for secondary suites public engagement (6-1)
• Approved floodplain exemption for 9826 Dewdney Trunk Road
• Adopted zoning bylaws for duplexes at 7486 Martin Place, 32035 Scott Avenue, 7785 Hurd Street
• Approved development variance permit for 9557 Stave Lake Street
• Directed staff to report on limiting cannabis stores and pause new applications (4-3)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only substantive action is a resolution to exclude the public. The closed session will address land acquisition or disposition, potential litigation, and confidential negotiations with senior governments. No public business is scheduled.

• Resolution to close meeting under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92
• Closed items: land acquisition/disposition (90(1)(e))
• Closed items: litigation (90(1)(g))
• Closed items: confidential government negotiations (90(2)(b))

The council voted unanimously to exclude the public and adjourn to a closed meeting to discuss matters related to land acquisition or disposition, potential litigation, and confidential negotiations with provincial or federal governments. No substantive decisions were made in the open portion of the meeting.

• Approved resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92 (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (unanimous)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a request for direction on a revised Financial Contributions for Community Amenities policy. Staff have provided a report with options for council's consideration. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is for discussion and direction.

• Discussion of LAN.40(C) Financial Contributions for Community Amenities policy
• Staff report dated July 11, 2022, with options for policy components

Council approved a revised Community Amenity Contributions (CAC) policy, setting a flat $7,200 per residential unit for both single-family and multi-family developments. The policy also removes the downtown exemption, allocates 20% of CAC funds to affordable housing, and includes annual inflation adjustments. Staff will conduct stakeholder consultation within 60 days before final adoption.

• Approved $7,200 per-unit CAC for all residential development (unanimous)
• Removed downtown development incentive exemption from CACs (5-2)
• Allocated 20% of CAC funds to Affordable Housing Reserve, 80% to Community Amenity Reserve (unanimous)
• Approved annual CAC rate increase tied to Vancouver CPI (unanimous)
• Set 12-month grace period for in-stream rezoning applications (unanimous)
• Directed staff to consult stakeholders within 60 days (unanimous)
• Decided no additional CACs during interim DCC bylaw period (unanimous)
• Approved CAC consideration for industrial/commercial development case-by-case (unanimous)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only action is a resolution to exclude the public and adjourn to a closed session. The closed session will address items under specific sections of the Community Charter, including personal information for a municipal award, labour relations, land acquisition or disposition, law enforcement, and solicitor-client advice. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Resolution to close meeting to the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(b), (c), (e), (f), and (i)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council is holding public hearings and considering multiple rezoning bylaws, a budget amendment for the Gaudin Creek Wetlands Community Detention Pond, and several development variance permits. They will also discuss a revised community amenities policy and the Silverdale Central Neighbourhood Plan. The agenda includes many routine items like minutes and correspondence.

• Budget increase of $884,303 for Gaudin Creek Wetlands Community Detention Pond (project 43142), funded from Cedar Valley Drainage DCC Reserve Fund (99%) and General Capital Reserve Fund (1%)
• Public hearings for rezoning at 32647/32659 6th Avenue and 7542 Briskham Street (MD465 to MT1), 8241 Hazel Crescent (R558 to R558s), 30684 Dewdney Trunk Road (RU16 to RR7), 7736 Swift Drive (R558 to R558s), and 30272 Nikula Avenue (RU16 to RR7)
• First and second readings for rezoning bylaws at 32596 Richards Avenue, 30160 Dewdney Trunk Road, and 30835 Silverhill Avenue (all to RR7s)
• Adoption of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 6103-2022-5670(35) incorporating Central Neighbourhood Plan
• Adoption of Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw 6107-2022 for one-year trial in Fraser River Heritage Park and Centennial Park

Council approved the Silverdale Central Neighbourhood Plan, adopted the Official Community Plan amendment incorporating it, and gave third reading to multiple zoning bylaws, including a 19-unit townhouse development and several secondary dwelling unit rezoning. A motion to defer the Hazel Crescent secondary suite rezoning was defeated, and the bylaw was subsequently carried. The council also approved a budget increase for the Gaudin Creek detention pond and deferred the Neighbourhood Approach Policy for amendments.

• Approved Silverdale Central Neighbourhood Plan (carried)
• Adopted OCP amendment incorporating Central Neighbourhood Plan (carried)
• Third reading for 19-unit townhouse rezoning at 32647/32659 6th Ave & 7542 Briskham St (carried)
• Third reading for secondary suite rezoning at 8241 Hazel Crescent (carried 3-2)
• Third reading for secondary suite rezoning at 7736 Swift Drive (carried)
• Increased Gaudin Creek detention pond budget by $884,303 (carried)
• Deferred Neighbourhood Approach Policy LAN.66(C) to Sept 6, 2022 (carried)
• Approved floodplain setback reduction at 9756 Dewdney Trunk Rd (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council is meeting to consider several development applications, including rezoning for properties on Dewdney Trunk Road, Swift Drive, and Nikula Avenue, as well as two development variance permits. They will also review a draft Land Clearing Management Bylaw, endorse an Environmental Charter, and discuss a grant application for the 7th Avenue Greenway project. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a proclamation.

• Rezoning 30684 Dewdney Trunk Road from RU16 to RR7 (bylaw 6111-2022) and naming new road McLagan Court
• Rezoning 7736 Swift Drive from R558 to R558s to allow secondary dwellings (bylaw 6113-2022)
• Rezoning 30272 Nikula Avenue from RU16 to RR7 (bylaw 6117-2022)
• First reading of Land Clearing Management Bylaw 6116-2022
• Grant application for 7th Avenue Greenway Phase Two (Grand to Wren Street)

Council endorsed the Environmental Charter 2022-2027, a climate and environmental action plan, and directed staff to report on accelerating targets and creating a community committee. Several rezoning bylaws were advanced to public hearings, including properties on Dewdney Trunk Road, Swift Drive, and Nikula Avenue. Two development variance permits were approved, and a park dedication bylaw was adopted. Council also supported a grant application for the 7th Avenue Greenway Phase Two and directed staff to work with Metro Vancouver on adding Mission to the ride-sharing bylaw.

• Endorsed Environmental Charter 2022-2027 (carried)
• Approved rural road safety countermeasures and capital planning (carried)
• Supported grant application for 7th Avenue Greenway Phase Two (carried)
• Advanced rezoning at 30684 Dewdney Trunk Road to public hearing (carried)
• Advanced rezoning at 7736 Swift Drive to public hearing (carried)
• Advanced rezoning at 30272 Nikula Avenue to public hearing (carried)
• Approved Development Variance Permit DV22-011 for 32959 11th Avenue (carried)
• Approved Development Variance Permit DV22-015 for 7964 Burdock Street (carried)

Special (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a special pre-closed council meeting where the only substantive action is a resolution to exclude the public. The closed session will address personal information about a potential municipal appointee, labour relations, and potential land acquisition or disposal. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Resolution to close meeting under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(a), (c), and (e)
• Discussion of personal information about a candidate for a municipal position
• Discussion of labour or employee relations
• Discussion of land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation

The special meeting was held solely to pass a resolution to exclude the public and then adjourn into a closed session. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the closed session addressed personal information about a position holder, labour relations, and potential land transactions.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(a), (c), (e) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Freestanding Committee of the Whole

This is a budget-focused Committee of the Whole meeting. Council will receive financial reports for April 30, 2022, review a proposed 2023 budget schedule, and discuss preliminary 2023 budget status and the 2023-2027 Capital Plan. No staff recommendations accompany the financial reporting or preliminary budget status items, and no decisions are required on those items.

• Financial reporting for April 30, 2022 (no action required)
• Proposed 2023 budget schedule (recommendation to approve)
• Preliminary 2023 budget status (information only)
• 2023-2027 Capital Plan (information only, for Council direction)

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the preliminary 2023 budget and capital plan, approving the proposed 2023 budget schedule. It also recommended preparing a request for proposals for a Centennial Park Master Plan and a draft policy for community groups to accelerate capital projects with financial support. No final budget decisions were made; these are recommendations to Council.

• Approved 2023 budget schedule (COW22-002)
• Recommended RFP for Centennial Park Master Plan (COW22-003)
• Recommended draft policy for community-funded capital project acceleration (COW22-004)

Special Council Meeting

Council directed staff to proceed with stakeholder consultation on updating the Development Cost Charge (DCC) Bylaw, including a draft background report. A decision on the Community Amenity Contributions (CAC) policy update was deferred to the August 15, 2022 regular meeting pending additional staff information. Council also asked staff to recommend an interim contribution target or surcharge for development applications received after third reading but before DCC bylaw adoption.

• Approved proceeding with stakeholder consultation on DCC Bylaw update (SC22-014, carried)
• Deferred CAC policy update to August 15, 2022 meeting (SC22-015, carried)
• Directed staff to provide interim DCC surcharge recommendations (SC22-016, carried)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

The Mission Council held a pre-closed meeting on July 4, 2022, and voted unanimously to exclude the public to discuss items under five sections of the Community Charter, including personal information, labour relations, land acquisition, litigation, and preliminary service negotiations. The meeting was then adjourned to a closed session. No substantive decisions were made in the public portion.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(b), (c), (e), (g), (k) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council is meeting to decide on several zoning amendments, including rezonings at 7680 Hurd Street, 32625 Cherry Avenue, 32647/32659 6th Avenue, 7542 Briskham Street, and 8241 Hazel Crescent. They will also consider endorsing the Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan, approving RCMP budget estimates, dedicating 29485 Donatelli Avenue as park land, and adopting a bylaw allowing liquor consumption in two parks on a trial basis. Notices of motion propose hosting a health care planning symposium and adopting a density bonusing approach.

• Endorse Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan (June 2022)
• Approve RCMP 2023/2024 budget estimates letter
• Rezone 7680 Hurd Street from R558 to MR1 (third reading)
• Rezone 32625 Cherry Avenue from S20 to UC465s (third reading)
• Adopt bylaw allowing liquor in Fraser River Heritage Park and Centennial Park for one-year trial

Council endorsed the Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan (6-1) and approved new council remuneration effective after the October 2022 election: mayor's salary set at $96,491 and councillors' at $48,246. Several zoning bylaws received readings or adoption, including rezonings for rowhomes at 7680 Hurd Street and 32625 Cherry Avenue. A proposal to allow liquor consumption in two parks was deferred pending review of signage.

• Endorsed Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan (6-1)
• Set mayor's salary at $96,491 and councillors' at $48,246 (5-2)
• Defeated motion to investigate cell phones for council (1-6)
• Approved first and second readings for rezoning at 32647/32659 6th Ave and 7542 Briskham St
• Approved first and second readings for rezoning at 8241 Hazel Crescent (4-3)
• Approved third reading for rezoning at 7680 Hurd Street
• Approved third reading for rezoning at 32625 Cherry Avenue
• Deferred Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw pending signage review

Special Council Meeting (including Public Hearing)

Council held a public hearing and then gave third reading to Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw 6103-2022-5670(35), which incorporates the Silverdale: Central Neighbourhood Plan as Policy 8.3.9 in the OCP. The bylaw was carried. No zoning changes were proposed, and the plan will guide land use, parks, transportation, and servicing in the Silverdale area.

• Adopted meeting agenda (carried)
• Gave third reading to OCP Amending Bylaw 6103-2022-5670(35) incorporating Silverdale Central Neighbourhood Plan (carried)
• Closed public hearing for the bylaw after receiving 14 letters of support

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting focused on a discussion with Fraser Health Authority about improving communication, Mission's expected growth, and strategic planning of healthcare services. No decisions are listed; the agenda is primarily a discussion item.

• Discussion with Fraser Health Authority on improved communication
• Municipal update on Mission's expected growth
• Fraser Health Authority's strategic planning of healthcare services and local health needs assessment

The special council meeting was held to discuss healthcare services with representatives from the Fraser Health Authority, Mission Division of Family Practice, and Mission All Together for Healthcare Society. No formal decisions were made; the discussion focused on improving communication, addressing Mission's projected growth and its impact on healthcare demand, and FHA's strategic planning. Council expressed a desire for improved consultation and mentioned a potential community symposium.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (SC22-008)
• Adjourned the meeting (SC22-009)

Regular Council Meeting

Council gave third reading to Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw 6095-2022-5670(33), incorporating the Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan as a reference plan, despite public concerns about land use and consultation. Council also approved a pilot program allowing liquor consumption in two parks, approved a $2.8 million remediation project for Wren Street, and granted nine temporary use permits for backyard hens. A motion to defer the waterfront bylaw was defeated.

• Adopted OCP amendment incorporating Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan (6-1)
• Approved Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw 6107-2022 for Fraser River Heritage Park and Centennial Park (5-2)
• Approved $2.8M budget for Wren Street Remediation Project
• Approved Development Variance Permit DV22-014 for 33231 1st Avenue (parking reduction from 6 to 2 spaces)
• Approved nine Temporary Use Permits for backyard hen pilot program
• Deferred rezoning at 12631 Carr Street pending environmental review
• Adopted 2021 Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information
• Directed staff to report on building permit processing timelines

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting. The only substantive item is a resolution to exclude the public under the Community Charter to discuss personal information about a potential appointee, labour relations, litigation, and solicitor-client advice. No public decisions or discussions are listed.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(a), (c), (g), and (i) of the Community Charter

The council held a pre-closed meeting and voted unanimously to exclude the public under Community Charter sections covering personal information, labour relations, litigation, and solicitor-client privilege. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned to a closed session.

• Closed meeting to public under Section 90(1)(a), (c), (g), (i) of Community Charter (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Special Council Meeting

Council unanimously supported the completion of an Employment Lands Strategy and adopted four recommendations from the Economic Development Select Committee, including further analysis of institutional employment opportunities, creating a municipal development corporation, completing economic land use analyses, and developing a project and policy matrix. A timeline for secondary steps was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted EDSC recommendations into Employment Lands Strategy (carried)
• Approved timeline for secondary steps in final ELS document (carried)
• Adopted meeting agenda (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:08 a.m. (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission's Regular Council meeting on June 6, 2022 includes decisions on capital expenditures, zoning bylaws, and master plans. Council will vote on funding for a new forestry excavator and the 7th Avenue Greenway Phase 1, as well as consider rezoning properties and endorsing transportation and utility master plans. Several items are for information only, such as the state of dikes report and forestry Q1 report.

• Approve $748,496 for a new Forestry Department excavator, funded from Forestry Reserve and existing project budget
• Increase 7th Avenue Greenway Phase 1 budget by $740,467, funded from DCC, Roads Capital Reserve, and Gas tax Reserve
• Rezone properties on First Avenue, View Avenue, and Wardrop Street from CTR to MU2 zone (third reading)
• Rezone 32625 Cherry Avenue from S20 to RC465s zone (first and second reading)
• Endorse Transportation Master Plan 'Mission Mobility 2050' and Utility Master Plan

Council gave third reading to Zoning Amending Bylaw 6086-2022-5949(60), rezoning properties on First Avenue, View Avenue, and Wardrop Street to allow a mixed-use development with 123 residential units and 4 commercial units (5-2). Council also adopted the Transportation Master Plan 'Mission Mobility 2050' and the Utility Master Plan, approved a $748,496 excavator purchase for the Forestry Department, and directed staff to review the Flag Etiquette Policy after declining to fly the Progress Pride Flag at City Hall.

• Third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6086-2022-5949(60) for mixed-use development (5-2)
• Endorsed Transportation Master Plan 'Mission Mobility 2050'
• Endorsed Utility Master Plan
• Approved $748,496 for Forestry excavator purchase
• Approved $50,000 for Fraser River Heritage Park gazebo repair
• Approved $740,467 budget increase for 7th Avenue Greenway Phase 1
• Directed staff to review Flag Etiquette Policy (6-1)
• Approved $2,500 for Mission Overdose Community Action Team symposium

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting in Mission, BC. The only substantive item is a resolution to exclude the public under several sections of the Community Charter, covering personal information, labour relations, litigation, solicitor-client advice, privacy-protected information, and preliminary municipal service negotiations. After the resolution, council adjourns to a closed meeting; no public business is conducted.

• Resolution to close meeting to public under Community Charter Sections 90(1)(a), (c), (g), (i), (j), and (k)

The council held a brief regular meeting solely to pass a resolution excluding the public, citing six sections of the Community Charter covering personal information, labour relations, litigation, solicitor-client privilege, prohibited disclosure, and preliminary service negotiations. The meeting then adjourned to a closed session. No substantive decisions were made in the open portion.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (c), (g), (i), (j), (k) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The Mission Council meeting on May 16, 2022, includes public hearings for four rezoning bylaws, followed by recommendations on park improvements, road construction funding, development applications, and staffing. Council will also consider several bylaws for first, second, or third readings, and final adoption of an OCP amendment for the Stave Heights Neighbourhood Plan.

• Public hearings for rezoning at 7486 Martin Place, 33208 Dalke Avenue, 32035 Scott Avenue, and 7785 Hurd Street
• Recommendation to increase 14th Avenue road construction budget by $1,150,000
• Recommendation to add two building division staff positions and increase permit revenue budget by $99,700 in 2022 and $84,300 in 2023
• Recommendation to approve Tourism Mission Strategic Plan 2022-2026 and consider $25,000 budget increase for 2023
• Bylaws for election procedures, vote counting, and election sign amendments for first three readings

Council approved a one-year pilot allowing alcohol consumption in Heritage Park, Centennial Park, and Jack Poole Harbourside Plaza (5-2), increased the 14th Avenue road construction budget by $1.15 million, and adopted the 2022 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw. Several zoning bylaws for duplexes and subdivisions received third reading, and the Stave Heights Neighbourhood Plan was adopted (6-1). A sign bylaw amendment for election signs was defeated (0-7).

• Approved one-year alcohol consumption pilot in three parks (5-2)
• Increased 14th Avenue road construction budget by $1,150,000
• Adopted Annual Tax Rates Bylaw 6093-2022
• Adopted Stave Heights Neighbourhood Plan (6-1)
• Gave third reading to zoning bylaws for duplexes at 7486 Martin Pl, 32035 Scott Ave, 7785 Hurd St, and subdivision at 33208 Dalke Ave
• Defeated Sign Amending Bylaw 6102-2022-1662(9) for election signs (0-7)
• Approved two new building division staff positions funded by permit fees (6-1)
• Approved Tourism Mission Strategic Plan 2022-2026

Regular Council Meeting

The Mission City Council is meeting to consider several items, including an Official Community Plan amendment to incorporate the Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan, which would guide future development along the waterfront. The council will also review the 2022 tax rates bylaw, approve budget carry-forwards, and consider a rezoning application for properties on 1st Avenue, View Avenue, and Wardrop Street. Several reports are for information only, and the meeting includes proclamations and routine approvals.

• OCP amendment for Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan (Bylaw 6095-2022-5670(33)) - first reading and public hearing scheduled for June 20, 2022
• 2022 Tax Rates Bylaw 6093-2022 - first three readings
• Rezoning of 15 properties on 1st Avenue, View Avenue, and Wardrop Street from CTR to MU2 (Bylaw 6086-2022-5949(60)) - first and second readings, public hearing June 6, 2022
• Approval of 2021 budget carry-forwards and regional utilities carry-forwards (Mission's share: $33,900 water operating, $43,051 sewer operating, $978,179 water capital, $1,354,982 sewer capital, $1,689,401 for 2023)
• Borrowing $12,500,000 from Municipal Finance Authority for Fraser River Sewer Crossing Improvements

Council adopted recommendations from the Committee of the Whole, including receiving the Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan and giving first reading to the OCP amendment. It also gave first and second readings to a rezoning of 15 properties on 1st Avenue, View Avenue, and Wardrop Street, and approved the 2022 Tax Rates Bylaw and a $12.5 million borrowing for the Fraser River Sewer Crossing Improvements. Several other bylaws were adopted, including rezoning at 33368 1st Avenue and 33381 North Railway Avenue, and at 33083 Tunbridge Avenue.

• Received Waterfront Revitalization Master Plan and gave first reading to OCP Amending Bylaw 6095-2022-5670(33) (carried)
• Approved draft 2021 financial statements (carried)
• Approved 2021 capital and operating budget carry forwards (carried)
• Approved regional utilities carry forwards totaling $150,000 water and $221,000 sewer operating, plus capital shares (carried)
• Gave first three readings to Annual Tax Rates Bylaw 6093-2022 (carried)
• Approved $12.5M borrowing from Municipal Finance Authority for Fraser River Sewer Crossing Improvements (carried)
• Gave first and second readings to Zoning Amending Bylaw 6086-2022-5949(60) for 15 properties on 1st Avenue, View Avenue, and Wardrop Street (carried)
• Adopted Zoning Amending Bylaw 6085-2022-5949(59) for 33368 1st Avenue and 33381 North Railway Avenue (carried)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only substantive item is a resolution to exclude the public. The closed session will address labour relations, property security, land acquisition or disposition, litigation, and preliminary municipal service negotiations. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92
• Closed session topics: labour relations, property security, land dealings, litigation, municipal service negotiations

The council held a pre-closed meeting and voted unanimously to exclude the public, citing five sections of the Community Charter covering labour relations, property security, land dealings, litigation, and preliminary service negotiations. The meeting then adjourned to a closed session at 1:02 p.m. No substantive decisions were made in the open portion.

• Approved resolution to exclude the public (RC(C)22-015) (carried)
• Approved adjournment to closed council meeting (RC(C)22-016) (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council will hold public hearings on four rezoning and OCP amendment bylaws, consider first and second readings for three rezoning applications, and vote on capital plan amendments totaling $325,000 for street cameras, sidewalk design, traffic safety, and rural road improvements. They will also discuss a $9,173 grant for Steelhead emergency communications and a new Neighbourhood Approach Policy.

• Public hearings for rezoning at 7743 Stave Lake St, 33083 Tunbridge Ave, 33368 1st Ave & 33381 North Railway Ave
• First/second readings for rezoning at 33208 Dalke Ave, 32035 Scott Ave, 7785 Hurd St
• $325,000 in capital plan amendments for cameras, sidewalk design, traffic safety, rural roads, and traffic calming
• $9,173 grant to Steelhead Community Association for emergency communications
• Adoption of Council Procedure Bylaw amendments for acting mayor and electronic meetings

Council deferred third reading of the 35-unit townhouse rezoning at 7743 Stave Lake Street until a Traffic Impact Assessment is completed, despite concerns about traffic and parking. They also gave third reading to a daycare rezoning at 33083 Tunbridge Avenue and a downtown rezoning at 33368 1st Avenue and 33381 North Railway Avenue. Several other rezoning bylaws received first and second readings, and funding was approved for bridge repairs, street cameras, and traffic safety improvements.

• Deferred third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6067-2021-5949(51) for 35-unit townhouses at 7743 Stave Lake Street pending Traffic Impact Assessment (6-1)
• Approved third reading of OCP Amending Bylaw 6080-2022-5670(32) and Zoning Amending Bylaw 6081-2022-5949(57) for daycare at 33083 Tunbridge Avenue
• Approved third reading of Zoning Amending Bylaw 6085-2022-5949(59) for downtown rezoning at 33368 1st Avenue and 33381 North Railway Avenue
• Approved first and second readings of rezoning bylaws for 33208 Dalke Avenue, 32035 Scott Avenue, and 7785 Hurd Street
• Approved $75,000 transfer from 1st Avenue Streetscape and $250,000 from Roads Capital Reserve for Keystone Bridge Replacement
• Approved $50,000 for three street cameras from Insurance Reserve (6-1)
• Approved $50,000 for sidewalk design, $350,000 for traffic safety, $200,000 for rural road improvements, and $100,000 for Israel-Bench traffic calming
• Adopted Delegation of Authority Bylaw 6043-2021

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a procedural agenda for a closed (pre-closed) council meeting. The council will vote to exclude the public and then adjourn to a closed session to discuss items permitted under the Community Charter, including personal information for awards, labour relations, property security, land deals, law enforcement, and preliminary municipal service negotiations. No public decisions or discussions are listed.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92
• Closed discussion of personal info for municipal award or anonymous gift
• Closed discussion of labour or employee relations
• Closed discussion of land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
• Closed discussion of preliminary municipal service negotiations

Special (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a special pre-closed council meeting where the only substantive action is a resolution to exclude the public and adjourn into a closed session. The closed session will discuss preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service and confidential information related to negotiations with provincial or federal governments. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter
• Resolution to exclude the public under Section 90(2)(b) of the Community Charter
• Adjourn to closed council meeting

The special meeting was held solely to pass a resolution excluding the public, citing sections of the Community Charter for confidential negotiations and information. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter s.90(1)(k) and s.90(2)(b) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting focused on a discussion with the Mission Division of Family Practice. Topics include future uses of the third floor of Mission Memorial Hospital, advocacy for local health services, the city's role in physician and nurse practitioner recruitment, space planning, and the Primary Care Network. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on future uses of Mission Memorial Hospital (third floor)
• Effective advocacy for local health services
• City of Mission's role in physician and nurse practitioner recruitment
• Space planning with Mission Division of Family Practice
• Primary Care Network discussion

Council held a special meeting with the Mission Division of Family Practice to discuss local health services. They directed staff to invite Fraser Health Authority to meet with Council, organize a symposium of medical partners, and consider medical community needs in the next Official Community Plan review. No other formal decisions were made; the rest was discussion.

• Directed staff to invite Fraser Health Authority to meet with Council (carried)
• Directed staff to organize a symposium of medical partners (carried)
• Directed staff to consider medical community needs in next OCP review (carried)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only substantive action is a resolution to exclude the public and adjourn to a closed session. The closed session will discuss items permitted under the Community Charter, including personal information about a potential appointee, municipal property security, land acquisition or disposition, solicitor-client privileged advice, preliminary negotiations for a municipal service, and confidential information related to negotiations with provincial or federal governments. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Resolution to close meeting to the public under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92
• Closed session topics include personal info about a candidate for a municipal position
• Closed session topics include security of municipal property
• Closed session topics include land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
• Closed session topics include preliminary negotiations for a municipal service

The council held a pre-closed meeting and voted unanimously to exclude the public, citing six sections of the Community Charter covering personnel, property security, land dealings, legal advice, municipal service negotiations, and confidential talks with senior governments. The meeting then adjourned to a closed session. No substantive decisions were made in the public portion.

• Approved resolution to exclude the public (RC(C)22-011) (carried)
• Approved adjournment to closed council meeting (RC(C)22-012) (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council is meeting to consider several development applications, including a rezoning at 7486 Martin Place, two development variance permits, and a subdivision within the Agricultural Land Reserve. They will also discuss the Delegation of Authority Bylaw, receive an emergency management report, and consider a notice of motion on alcohol in parks.

• Rezoning 7486 Martin Place from Urban Residential 558 to Multi-unit Duplex 465 (first and second reading)
• Development Variance Permit DV21-028 at 31380 Lougheed Highway to reduce ALR buffer from 8.0 m to 4.5 m
• Development Variance Permit DV21-033 at 33110 Richards Avenue to increase secondary dwelling setback from 25.0 m to 91.0 m
• Support in principle for ALR subdivision at 8980 Edwards Street
• Delegation of Authority Bylaw 6043-2021 for first three readings

Council adopted the Delegation of Authority Bylaw 6043-2021 after amending it to include a reconsideration section, and gave first and second reading to a rezoning for 7486 Martin Place. It also approved three development variance permits and adopted a rezoning for 12334 Bell Street. A motion to have staff report on a pilot program for alcohol consumption in parks carried 4-3.

• Adopted Delegation of Authority Bylaw 6043-2021 (6-1)
• Gave first and second reading to rezoning 7486 Martin Place to MD465
• Approved Development Variance Permit DV21-028 for 31380 Lougheed Highway
• Approved Development Variance Permit DV21-033 for 33110 Richards Avenue
• Adopted Zoning Amending Bylaw 5818-2019-5050(332) for 12334 Bell Street
• Approved Development Variance Permit DV19-003 for 12334 Bell Street
• Directed staff to report on alcohol consumption pilot in parks (4-3)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only substantive item is a resolution to exclude the public. Council will adjourn to a closed session to discuss personal information about a position holder, land acquisition/disposition, litigation, solicitor-client advice, and preliminary municipal service negotiations. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92
• Closed discussion of personal info about a municipal position holder
• Closed discussion of land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
• Closed discussion of litigation or potential litigation
• Closed discussion of solicitor-client privileged advice and preliminary service negotiations

The Mission Council held a pre-closed meeting and voted unanimously to exclude the public, citing five sections of the Community Charter covering personal information about a potential appointee, land acquisition/disposition, litigation, solicitor-client privilege, and preliminary municipal service negotiations. The meeting was then adjourned to a closed session. No substantive decisions were made in the open portion.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (e), (g), (i), (k) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The Mission City Council is meeting to consider several recommendations, including endorsing a revised Waterfront Preferred Land Use Plan, approving the purchase of 9104 Emiry Street for $4.5 million, and endorsing the Central Neighbourhood Plan Phase 3. The agenda also includes multiple development applications, zoning bylaw readings, and a motion for a downtown parking assessment.

• Purchase of 9104 Emiry Street for $4,500,000, funded by $1,800,000 from Unappropriated Accumulated Surplus and $2,700,000 from Parkland Reserve
• Endorsement of revised Waterfront Preferred Land Use Plan for the Waterfront Master Plan
• Endorsement of Central Neighbourhood Plan Phase 3 and initiation of Phase 4
• Rezoning of 33083 Tunbridge Avenue to Institutional Parks, Recreation and Civic (IPRC) Zone
• Rezoning of 33368 - 1st Avenue and 33381 North Railway Avenue from Highway Commercial One (CH1) to Mission City Downtown Two (DT2) Zone

Council endorsed the revised Preferred Land Use Plan for the Mission Waterfront, which will guide the Waterfront Master Plan and its integration into the Official Community Plan. They also approved the $4.5 million purchase of 9104 Emiry Street, funded from surplus and the Parkland Reserve, and endorsed the Phase 3 Central Neighbourhood Plan. Several development applications were advanced to public hearings, while one rezoning was deferred pending additional reports.

• Endorsed revised Waterfront Preferred Land Use Plan (RC22-094)
• Approved $4.5M purchase of 9104 Emiry Street (RC22-096)
• Endorsed Phase 3 Central Neighbourhood Plan (RC22-097)
• Approved $500 grant to Mission Soccer Club for Pakenham Cup (RC22-099)
• Scheduled public hearing for 7743 Stave Lake Street rezoning (RC22-101)
• Deferred first reading of 13087 Cardinal Street rezoning pending reports (RC22-103)
• Deferred Interim Growth Management Policy LAN.66(C) pending amendments (RC22-105)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw 6079 for 32981 Arbutus Avenue (RC22-113)

Regular Council Meeting

Council held public hearings and gave third reading to two major land-use bylaws: the Official Community Plan amendment adding the Stave Heights Neighbourhood Plan (6-1) and the rezoning of three Cherry Avenue properties to allow a 74-unit townhouse development (5-2). Council also approved a development variance permit for 34902 Douglas Avenue, a $127,078 forestry change order, and a $840,783 forestry purchase order. A road closure bylaw for portions of Nelson Street received first three readings.

• Third reading of OCP amendment adding Stave Heights Neighbourhood Plan (6-1)
• Third reading of rezoning at 32909, 32919, 32939 Cherry Ave to CD53 for 74-unit townhouse development (5-2)
• Approved Development Variance Permit DV21-030 for 34902 Douglas Ave
• Approved $127,078 change order to Taseko Timber Ltd. purchase order
• Approved $840,783 purchase order to Taseko Timber Ltd. for forestry logging
• First three readings of Road Closure Bylaw 6077-2021 for portions of Nelson Street
• Approved Board of Variance Terms of Reference
• Approved letter supporting BC Farmers' Market Nutrition Coupon Program

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

The council held a pre-closed meeting and voted unanimously to exclude the public, citing six sections of the Community Charter covering personnel, property security, land dealings, litigation, confidential information, and preliminary service negotiations. The meeting then adjourned to a closed session. No substantive decisions were made in public.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (d), (e), (g), (j), (k) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council is meeting to consider several items, including adopting bylaws that would regulate and fine the use of recreational vehicles as living quarters, approving a $11,200 lighting display infrastructure project, and supporting a federal grant application for the 7th Avenue Greenway. They will also review a development variance permit, an ALR subdivision recommendation, and various reports and appointments.

• Adoption of bylaws to regulate and fine RV living on private property
• Approve $11,200 for lighting displays at Fraser River Heritage Park gazebo and Harbour entry sign
• Support application to Federal Active Transportation Fund for 7th Avenue Greenway (Phase 1 and 2)
• Development Variance Permit DV21-034 for 32953 11th Avenue to reduce side yard setback from 4.5m to 3.0m
• Recommendation not to support ALR subdivision at 30536 Silverhill Avenue

Council defeated a proposal to install lighting display infrastructure at the Fraser River Heritage Park gazebo and the Harbour entry sign, with all seven council members opposed. Council also supported an application for federal funding for the 7th Avenue Greenway Project, approved a development variance permit for 32953 - 11th Avenue, and adopted two zoning amendments. Additionally, Council deferred bylaw amendments regarding recreational vehicle living quarters and directed staff to report on possible exceptions.

• Defeated (0-7) a motion to install lighting display infrastructure at the Fraser River Heritage Park gazebo and Harbour entry sign, sourced from the Community Amenity Fund.
• Carried a motion to support an application to the Federal Active Transportation Fund for the 7th Avenue Greenway Project (Phase 1) from Fraser River Heritage Park to Grand Street.
• Carried a motion to approve Development Variance Permit DV21-034 for 32953 - 11th Avenue, varying side yard setbacks from 4.5 m to 3.0 m.
• Carried a motion to adopt Zoning Amending Bylaw 5888-2019-5050(363), rezoning property at 33625 Ferndale Avenue from RU16 to RR7s.
• Carried a motion to adopt Zoning Amending Bylaw 6074-2021-5949(54), rezoning property at 33563 - 9th Avenue from R558 to R558s.
• Deferred consideration of bylaw amendments regarding recreational vehicle living quarters until the next regular Council meeting.
• Carried a motion to direct staff to report on possible exceptions for occupying recreational vehicles as living quarters on private property.
• Carried a motion to send a letter in support of Bill C-216 to the Minister of Health and Addictions.

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting. Council will vote to exclude the public and adjourn to a closed session to discuss items permitted under the Community Charter, including personal information, land deals, law enforcement, litigation, legal advice, and preliminary service negotiations. No public decisions or discussions are on the open agenda.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92
• Closed discussion of personal info about municipal officers/employees (90(1)(a))
• Closed discussion of land acquisition/disposition (90(1)(e))
• Closed discussion of litigation and solicitor-client privilege (90(1)(g), (i))
• Closed discussion of preliminary municipal service negotiations (90(1)(k))

The Mission, BC Council held a pre-closed regular meeting on February 22, 2022, and voted unanimously to exclude the public under multiple sections of the Community Charter, citing personal information, land acquisition, law enforcement, litigation, solicitor-client privilege, and preliminary service negotiations. The meeting then adjourned to a closed session at 1:02 p.m. No substantive decisions were made in the open portion.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (b), (e), (f), (g), (i), (j), (k) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only agenda item is a resolution to exclude the public and adjourn to a closed session. The closed session will discuss personal information about a position holder, labour relations, land acquisition or disposition, litigation, preliminary municipal service negotiations, and confidential government negotiations. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92
• Closed session topics include personnel, labour relations, land, litigation, and negotiations

The council held a pre-closed meeting and voted unanimously to exclude the public, citing six sections of the Community Charter covering personnel, labour relations, land acquisition, litigation, municipal service negotiations, and confidential intergovernmental talks. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned immediately after the closure resolution.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (c), (e), (g), (k), and 90(2)(b) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Mission Council is meeting to decide on several development applications, including rezonings on Cherry Avenue and Arbutus Avenue, and an OCP amendment on Tunbridge Avenue. They will also consider approving the Affordable Housing Strategy, a $90,000 community visioning and branding process, and a $23,538 grant for a portable sawmill for École Mission Secondary School. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, committee reports, and correspondence.

• Rezoning 32909, 32919, 32939 Cherry Avenue to Comprehensive Development 53 (CD53) for stacked/back-to-back townhouses
• Rezoning 32981 Arbutus Avenue to allow secondary dwellings (R558s)
• OCP amendment for 33083 Tunbridge Avenue to institutional use
• Approve Affordable Housing Strategy
• $90,000 for community visioning and branding; $23,538 for portable sawmill

Council approved the Affordable Housing Strategy and directed staff to provide quarterly updates on its implementation. Several development-related bylaws were advanced, including first and second readings for rezoning at Cherry Avenue and Arbutus Avenue, and second reading for the Stave Heights Neighbourhood Plan. Funding was approved for a portable sawmill for École Mission Secondary School and for a community visioning and branding project. The meeting also included proclamations, committee reports, and recognition of community service award recipients.

• Approved Affordable Housing Strategy (carried)
• Approved $23,538 for portable sawmill at École Mission Secondary School from Forestry Reserve (carried)
• Approved additional $13,000 for community visioning and branding project (carried)
• First reading of OCP amendment for 33083 Tunbridge Avenue (carried)
• First and second readings of rezoning for 32909, 32919, 32939 Cherry Avenue (5-1, Gill opposed)
• First and second readings of rezoning for 32981 Arbutus Avenue (carried)
• Second reading of Stave Heights Neighbourhood Plan OCP amendment (5-1, Gill opposed)
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw 6075-2021-5949(55) for 32255 Buffalo Drive (carried)

Special (Pre-Closed) Meeting

The special council meeting was held solely to pass a resolution excluding the public, citing sections of the Community Charter for discussions on a municipal award, preliminary service negotiations, and annual report preparations. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(b), (k), (l) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Regular (Pre-Closed) Meeting

This is a pre-closed regular council meeting where the only substantive action is a resolution to exclude the public. The closed session will address personal information for a municipal award, labour relations, land acquisition or disposition, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92
• Closed discussion of personal information for a municipal award or anonymous gift
• Closed discussion of labour or employee relations
• Closed discussion of land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
• Closed discussion of preliminary municipal service negotiations

The Mission, BC Council held a pre-closed meeting on January 17, 2022, and unanimously voted to exclude the public to discuss items related to personal information for a municipal award, labour relations, land acquisition/disposition, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. The meeting was then adjourned to a closed session. No substantive decisions were made in the public portion.

• Closed meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(b), (c), (e), (k) (carried)
• Adjourned to closed council meeting (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes several development-related decisions, including rezoning proposals, development permits, and a road closure. Council will also hear a delegation about vaccine passport access to services and receive updates on the BC Energy Step Code and pedestrian safety improvements at the Mission Transit Exchange.

• Rezoning 7743 Stave Lake Street from RR7 to MT1 for townhouses, with public hearing and development permit DP21-086
• Third reading for zoning amendments at 33563 9th Avenue and 32255 Buffalo Drive to allow secondary dwellings
• Adoption of zoning bylaws for 10142 Dewdney Trunk Road, 33929 Barker Court, 32335 Fletcher Avenue, and text amendments on shipping containers
• Road closure bylaw for a 392.8 m² laneway between Wardrop and Maple Streets
• Plan to relocate bus shelters at Mission Transit Exchange to improve pedestrian safety

Council approved first and second reading of a bylaw to rezone 7743 Stave Lake Street from Rural Residential 7 to Multi-unit Townhouse One, with conditions including a public hearing and public information session. Several other zoning bylaws were advanced or adopted, including third reading for a secondary dwelling at 33563 9th Avenue (5-2) and adoption of a housing agreement for 33929 Barker Court. Development permits were approved for properties on Fletcher Avenue, Barker Court, and Parr Avenue.

• Approved first and second reading of rezoning for 7743 Stave Lake Street to MT1 (carried)
• Adopted recommendations from Committee of the Whole (RC22-004 to RC22-007) (carried)
• Approved third reading of rezoning at 33563 9th Avenue to R558s (5-2, opposed: Hamilton, Plecas)
• Approved third reading of rezoning at 32255 Buffalo Drive to R558s (carried)
• Adopted zoning bylaw for 10142 Dewdney Trunk Road (RU16 to RR7) (carried)
• Adopted zoning bylaw for 33929 Barker Court (RR7 to MA1) (carried)
• Adopted housing agreement for 33929 Barker Court (carried)
• Approved development permits for 32335 Fletcher Avenue (6-1), 33929 Barker Court, and 34048/34054 Parr Avenue (carried)