Port Moody public meetings in 2023
159 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after an initial open portion. The only substantive item is a closed discussion on employee relations, held under the Community Charter's labour relations exemption. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including adopting the agenda and appointing a corporate officer.
- Resolution to exclude the public under section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter for labour relations
- Appointment of Angie Parnell as Corporate Officer for the meeting
- Closed session item: Employee Relations
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after a resolution to exclude the public is passed. The only substantive item is a discussion of employee relations under section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including adoption of the agenda and appointment of a corporate officer.
- Resolution to exclude the public for employee relations discussion
- Appointment of Angie Parnell as Corporate Officer for the meeting
- Closed session on employee relations (labour relations)
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after an initial open portion. Council will consider a resolution to exclude the public to discuss personal information about potential appointees and a land acquisition or disposition. The meeting includes adoption of minutes from a previous closed meeting and items on land disposition and committee appointments, all handled in camera.
- Resolution to exclude public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a) and 90(1)(e)
- Land disposition item closed to public
- Two committee appointment items closed to public
- Adoption of minutes from November 28, 2023 closed meeting
Regular Council
This is a largely procedural Regular Council meeting. Council will adopt the draft minutes from the November 28, 2023 meetings, receive public input, and hear verbal reports on 2023 highlights and staff recognition. The main business is appointing council and community members to 2024 standing and statutory committees and setting the 2024 acting mayor schedule.
- Adoption of minutes from Special Council (to Close) and Regular Council, both dated November 28, 2023
- Council member appointments to 2024 standing and statutory committees
- Community member appointments to 2024 standing and statutory committees
- 2024 acting mayor schedule
- 2023 staff long service and retirement recognition
Special Council
The Council is reviewing several multi-year financial and planning documents. Items include a review of Mayor and Council remuneration, the provisional 2024-2028 capital budget, and the Port Moody 2050 Official Community Plan.
- Increase of Mayor annual remuneration to $142,970
- Increase of Council annual remuneration to $54,720
- Approval of the Provisional 2024-2028 Capital Budget
- Review of the Provisional 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan
- Discussion of the Draft Official Community Plan – Port Moody 2050
Regular Council
This Regular Council meeting includes a consent agenda with several bylaw adoptions and readings, plus a major development approval for a mixed-use project at 3101-3103 St. Johns Street, 3104-3112 St. George Street, and 123-129 Buller Street. Council will also consider motions on business displacement engagement and a lobbyist registry, and receive a delegation about the Christmas Craft Fair.
- Adoption of 2024 Fees Bylaw No. 3435
- Adoption of Fireworks Regulation Bylaw No. 3436 and MTIA Amendment Bylaw No. 3439
- Three readings for 3-hour parking bylaw No. 3434
- Development approval for mixed-use project at 3101-3103 St. Johns St, 3104-3112 St. George St, 123-129 Buller St (Pooni Group)
- Motion to develop lobbyist registry and meeting registry
Special Council (to Close)
This special meeting is scheduled to be held in a closed session pursuant to the Community Charter. Council will discuss matters including land disposition, labour relations, and personal information.
- Three land disposition items
- Three labour and employee relations items
- One item regarding personal information
- One item regarding proposed provision of a municipal service
Climate Action Committee
The Port Moody Climate Action Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and previous minutes, then receive a presentation on the Coastal Flood Strategy Update and a verbal update from the KPI Consolidation Working Group. No decisions are listed on the agenda beyond routine adoption items.
- Coastal Flood Strategy Update presentation by Corporate Planning Advisor
- Verbal update from KPI Consolidation Working Group
- Adoption of October 23, 2023 meeting minutes
Advisory Design Panel
This agenda for the Port Moody Advisory Design Panel meeting on November 23, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then receive a presentation on the Accessibility Plan and Transportation Accessibility Program, and a verbal update on the Heritage Strategic Plan scoping. No decisions are listed beyond routine adoption items.
- Adoption of October 25, 2023 minutes
- Presentation: Accessibility Plan and Transportation Accessibility Program
- Verbal report: Heritage Strategic Plan Update Scoping
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from October 17, 2023, and to receive the City Manager's November 2023 Corporate Project Plan Update for information. The committee will also refer any resolutions approved at this meeting to the Council Standing Committee for ratification. The agenda is largely procedural, with the project plan update being the only substantive item.
- Monthly Corporate Project Plan Update – November 2023 (received for information)
- Adoption of minutes from October 17, 2023
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee for ratification
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, receive public input, then recess into four standing committees. Those committees will discuss early input on OCP amendments and rezonings, 2024-2028 financial plans and capital budget, a parking bylaw amendment, and other items, with recommendations ratified upon reconvening.
- Early input on OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit for 2331-2335 St. Johns Street
- Early input on OCP amendment and rezoning for 60 Williams Street and 3006-3020 Spring Street
- Request for additional funding for one public waste collection vehicle (SO22011)
- Provisional 2024-2028 Utility Five-Year Financial Plan and Capital Budget
- Street, Traffic, and Public Places Bylaw amendment for 3-hour parking
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee is meeting to provide early input on two development applications: one for an OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit at 2331-2335 St. Johns Street, and another for an OCP amendment and rezoning at 60 Williams Street and 3006-3020 Spring Street. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Early input on OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit for 2331-2335 St. Johns Street (Cornerstone Architecture)
- Early input on OCP amendment and rezoning for 60 Williams Street and 3006-3020 Spring Street (PCI Developments)
- Adoption of October 17, 2023 committee minutes
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to consider several funding requests and financial plans. Key items include approving $155,000 for a new public waste collection truck, establishing a $350,000 capital project for the Mount Royal Walkway, and approving the provisional 2024-2028 utility and capital budgets. The committee will also receive updates on 2023 grant tracking and contract awards over $200,000, and discuss the 2024 Community Grants Program and budget consultation plan.
- Approve $155,000 from Equipment Replacement Reserve for one Public Waste Collection Truck (SO22011)
- Establish $350,000 capital project for Mount Royal Walkway, funded from Asset Reserve – Transportation
- Approve provisional 2024-2028 Utility Five-Year Financial Plan and incorporate fees into Fee Bylaw
- Include Arts, Culture, and Heritage Grant Program in Community Grants with up to $10,000/year from Artwork Reserve for 3-year trial
- Receive information on contract awards over $200,000 for October 2023
Governance and Legislation Committee
The Governance and Legislation Committee is meeting to discuss two bylaw amendments: one to introduce 3-hour parking limits and another to address hydrant access maintenance. The committee will vote on whether to refer these items to the November 28 Regular Council meeting for readings. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Street, Traffic, and Public Places Bylaw Amendment – 3-hour Parking (Bylaw No. 3434)
- Sidewalk and Boulevard Maintenance Bylaw Hydrant Access Amendments (Bylaw No. 3437)
- Municipal Ticket Information Authorization Bylaw Amendment (Bylaw No. 3438)
- Corporate Policy 11-5600-2023-01 on Hydrant Access Maintenance
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee for ratification
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and prior minutes, then receive verbal reports on a City Event and Facility Zero Waste Strategy, a Truth and Reconciliation Project, recreation updates, and community stewardship. No decisions are listed on these items; they are for discussion only.
- Adoption of October 16, 2023 minutes
- Verbal report: City Event and Facility Zero Waste Strategy
- Verbal report: Truth and Reconciliation Project
- Verbal report: Recreation updates
- Verbal report: Community Stewardship
Mayor’s Arts and Business Coalition Task Force
This agenda for the Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force meeting on November 20, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.
Transportation Committee
This agenda for the Port Moody Transportation Committee meeting on 2023-11-15 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after a resolution to exclude the public. Council will adopt the agenda, consider minutes from four closed meetings in October, and discuss items related to personal information and solicitor-client privilege. All substantive items are closed under section 90 of the Community Charter.
- Resolution to exclude the public under section 90(1)(a) and 90(1)(i) of the Community Charter
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on October 13, 17, 20, and 24, 2023
- Committee appointments (closed to public)
- Two items on solicitor-client privilege (closed to public)
- Two items on personal information (closed to public)
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to decide on several bylaws and policies, including adopting the 2024 Fees Bylaw, a new Stream and Drainage Bylaw, and a new Fireworks Regulation Bylaw. They will also consider a rezoning at 3337 Viewmount Drive, endorse a transportation infrastructure maintenance strategy, and proclaim November 20 as Children's Day. The agenda includes routine adoption of minutes and committee reports.
- Adoption of Stream and Drainage Bylaw No. 3426
- Third reading and adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3431 for 3337 Viewmount Drive (RS1-S)
- First, second, and third reading of 2024 Fees Bylaw No. 3435
- First, second, and third reading of Fireworks Regulation Bylaw No. 3436 and MTIA Amendment Bylaw No. 3439
- Endorsement of Transportation Infrastructure Operation and Maintenance Service Improvement Strategy
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee will meet to adopt the agenda and minutes, then discuss changes to the annual report process, comment on the Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force recommendations, and gather general feedback on the committee experience for 2023 and suggestions for 2024. The meeting is largely procedural with discussion items.
- Discussion of changes to the annual report process
- Comments on Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force recommendations
- General feedback on committee experience for 2023 and suggestions for 2024
- Adoption of October 12, 2023 minutes
Youth Focus Committee
The Port Moody Youth Focus Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then discuss new business including a work plan and planning for Pink Shirt Day and Black History Day. The meeting is largely procedural with verbal reports from staff and the chair.
- Adoption of agenda for November 8, 2023 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from October 11, 2023 meeting
- Work plan discussion (verbal report from Recreation Coordinator and Manager of Recreation)
- Pink Shirt Day planning (verbal report from Chair)
- Black History Day planning (verbal report from Chair)
Special Council (with PH)
This special council meeting follows a public hearing and focuses on one item: giving third reading and adopting Bylaw No. 3423, which repeals the 2015 heritage designation of the Belcarra South Cottages. The decision will remove the heritage protection status from those properties.
- Third reading and adoption of Heritage Designation Bylaw Repeal Bylaw, 2023, No. 3423 (Belcarra South Cottages)
- Repeals City of Port Moody Heritage Designation Bylaw, 2015, No. 3006
Special Council (to Close)
The Port Moody Council will hold a special meeting that includes a closed portion. The closed session is being held to discuss matters related to labour or employee relations.
- Resolution to exclude the public pursuant to section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter
- Labour relations discussion
Public Hearing
This is a public hearing where the City of Port Moody Council will hear presentations and public input on Bylaw No. 3423, which would repeal the 2015 heritage designation of the Belcarra South Cottages. After the hearing, the bylaw is recommended to be referred to a Special Council meeting on November 7, 2023, for consideration. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including adoption of the agenda and a territorial land acknowledgement.
- Repeal of Heritage Designation Bylaw 2015, No. 3006 (Belcarra South Cottages)
- Bylaw No. 3423 to repeal heritage designation
- Public hearing with presentations and public input
- Referral to Special Council meeting on November 7, 2023
Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee will consider a proposal by PCI Developments for an Official Community Plan (OCP) amendment and rezoning. The committee will decide whether to endorse the project as presented, endorse it with specific conditions, or not endorse it.
- OCP Amendment and Rezoning: 60 Williams Street and 3006-3020 Spring Street (PCI Developments)
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, then hear verbal reports on a Men's Shed overview, a Senior Needs Assessment update, planning for Seniors Fair 2024, and a year recap. The meeting is largely informational with no decisions on specific items listed.
- Men's Shed overview (verbal report by Jim Millar)
- Senior Needs Assessment update and next steps
- Seniors Fair 2024 planning (verbal report by Recreation Coordinator)
- Year recap by Chair
- Adoption of October 5, 2023 minutes
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee is meeting to discuss several economic development and tourism initiatives, including preparations for the Spike Awards gala, a report from the Big Data Working Group, and the Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force recommendations. The committee will also hear about a tourism microsite, the 2024 Taste of the Tri-Cities event, and the 2024 work plan. The meeting will close to the public to consider personal information about an individual being considered for a municipal award.
- Spike Awards Gala prep (verbal report)
- Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force update and recommendations
- Tourism microsite (verbal report)
- 2024 Taste of the Tri-Cities presentation by Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce CEO
- Resolution to exclude the public for personal information (Community Charter s.90(1)(b))
Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Design Panel will consider endorsing two development proposals, each involving an OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit. The panel may endorse, endorse with conditions, or reject each project. The meeting also includes routine adoption of agenda and minutes, and appointment of a vice-chair.
- OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit for 2331-2335 St. Johns Street (Cornerstone Architecture)
- OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit for 60 Williams Street and 3006-3020 Spring Street (PCI Developments)
- Appointment of Vice-Chair
- Adoption of July 27, 2023 minutes
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee is meeting to discuss community well-being guidelines, an update on Port Moody demographic information, and ways to support community groups with IDEA work. The agenda includes adoption of the agenda and minutes, plus staff updates on the committee's work plan.
- Presentation on Community Well-Being Guidelines by Senior Planner
- Verbal update on Port Moody demographic information by Manager of Human Resources
- Discussion on how the committee can support community groups with their IDEA work
- Verbal report on committee recommendations process
- Adoption of draft minutes from September 27, 2023 meeting
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a rezoning application for 3337 Viewmount Drive, a new Stream and Drainage Bylaw, and the 2023-2024 Winter Road Maintenance Plan. Council will also consider a motion calling on the Province to establish a Municipal Government Ethics Commissioner, and receive a delegation from the Royal Canadian Legion about the 2023 Poppy Campaign.
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 3337 Viewmount Drive – first and second reading of Bylaw No. 3431, not referred to public hearing
- New Stream and Drainage Bylaw No. 3426 – three readings
- 2023-2024 Winter Road Maintenance Plan – endorse Roads and Pedestrian Areas Priority Maps
- Motion to call on Province to establish Office of the Municipal Government Ethics Commissioner
- Delegation from Legion Branch 119 on 2023 Poppy Campaign
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special Council meeting that will immediately close to the public after a resolution is passed. Council will adopt the agenda, then exclude the public to discuss items under four sections of the Community Charter: personal information about a potential appointee, a municipal award or anonymous gift, land acquisition/disposition, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. The meeting will also adopt minutes from two prior closed meetings.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (b), (e), and (k)
- Closed discussion of proposed provision of a municipal service (90(1)(k))
- Closed discussion of land disposition (90(1)(e))
- Closed discussion of personal information re: potential appointee (90(1)(a))
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on September 15 and October 10, 2023
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee is meeting to discuss new business items, including the Zero Carbon Step Code, KPI consolidation, civic facilities climate audits, and the Tri-Cities Zero Emissions Mobility Plan. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No decisions are being made; items are for discussion and information.
- Zero Carbon Step Code presentation and rezoning policy review
- KPI consolidation and Climate Action Plan 2022 annual report
- Civic facilities climate audits and GHG reduction pathways report
- Tri-Cities Zero Emissions Mobility Plan overview
Board of Variance
This agenda is only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE system with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2023, but no specific variances or other business are detailed in the provided text.
Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee will hear presentations from the Port Moody Police Department and ICBC regarding road safety. The committee will also discuss and receive a recommendation regarding a left turn signal at the Ioco/Murray intersection.
- Ioco/Murray Intersection Left Turn Signal Discussion & Recommendation
- Port Moody Police Department presentation
- ICBC Road Safety presentation
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to receive updates on the 2023 council contingency balance, grant funding, and the financial plan forecast. They will also consider establishing two new projects with specific budgets and funding sources, and review contract awards over $200,000 from the third quarter.
- Establish 2023 project for Feasibility Study for New Recreation/Community Facilities with $125,000 budget from New Initiatives Reserve
- Establish 2023 project for Permeable Surface, Greenspace, and Tree Planting Guidance in Zoning Bylaw and Policies with $14,000 budget from Development Processing Reserve
- Receive 2023 Council Contingency Balance Update memo
- Receive 2023 Grant Funding – Second Quarter Update memo
- Receive Contract Awards Over $200,000 – July 1 to September 30, 2023 memo
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting held electronically that will be closed to the public after a resolution to exclude the public. The closed session will address employee relations and personal information about an individual considered for a municipal position, under sections 90(1)(c) and 90(1)(a) of the Community Charter. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter section 90
- Closed discussion on employee relations (90(1)(c))
- Closed discussion on personal information about a position candidate (90(1)(a))
Governance and Legislation Committee
The Governance and Legislation Committee is reviewing several corporate policies and proposed bylaws. Key discussions include updates to community grant procedures, stream and drainage protection, and a market review for council indemnity.
- Amendment of Corporate Policy 05-1850-01 regarding Grants to Organizations
- Proposed Stream and Drainage System Protection Bylaw, 2023, No. 3426
- Approval of Corporate Policy 01-0550-2023-01 regarding Written Public Input
- Market review for Council indemnity
- Verbal reports on FOI response packages and the Mayor's Invitational Youth Summit
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will oversee several sub-committee meetings regarding city planning, finance, and governance. The session includes reviews of financial forecasts, transportation models, and proposed bylaw updates.
- OCP Community Dialogues and Seaview Neighbourhood Workshop engagement summary
- 2023 Council Contingency Balance and Grant Funding updates
- Contract awards over $200,000 from July 1 to September 30, 2023
- Proposed Pay Parking Strategy
- Proposed update to Stream and Drainage System Protection Bylaw, No. 2470, 2000
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee will discuss a proposed pay parking strategy and a cumulative development transportation model. The committee will also receive monthly corporate project plan reports for information.
- Implementation of pay parking at Rocky Point Park, Esplanade Avenue, Murray Street, Suter Brook Village, and Ungless Way
- Review of Cumulative Development Transportation Model and Transportation Assessments for New Developments
- Review of Monthly Corporate Project Plan Reports
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee is meeting to receive an engagement summary from community dialogues on the Official Community Plan (OCP) and a Seaview neighbourhood workshop. The report is for information only; no decisions are being made. The committee will also adopt its agenda and previous minutes, and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Receive engagement summary for OCP Community Dialogues and Seaview Neighbourhood Workshop
- Adopt agenda for October 17, 2023 meeting
- Adopt minutes from September 5, 2023 meeting
- Refer committee recommendations to Council Standing Committee for ratification
Mayor’s Arts and Business Coalition Task Force
This agenda for the Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the Port Moody Trail Network Plan, a Tree Bylaw update, and the Invasive Plant Management Program. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for information and discussion.
- Presentation: Port Moody Trail Network Plan
- Presentation: Tree Bylaw Update (with Diamond Head Consulting)
- Presentation: Invasive Plant Management Program
- Adoption of September 11, 2023 minutes
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after a resolution to exclude the public is passed. The closed session will address labour relations, preliminary negotiations for a municipal service, and discussions with staff about objectives and progress for the annual report. No public decisions are scheduled.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter s.90(1)(c), (k), (l)
- Closed discussion on financial and strategic planning
- Closed discussion on labour relations and employee relations
- Closed discussion on preliminary municipal service negotiations
- Closed discussion on annual report objectives and progress
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then hear verbal reports on the Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force recommendations, next steps for a broader City of the Arts Strategy, and an update on the Ioco Ghost Town Festival. No decisions are listed on the agenda beyond adopting the agenda and minutes.
- Review of Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force recommendations from October 10, 2023
- Next steps in developing a broader City of the Arts Strategy
- Update on Ioco Ghost Town Festival held October 1, 2023
- Adoption of September 14, 2023 meeting minutes
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee is meeting to discuss the Trail Network Plan, approve its 2023-2024 work plan, and receive updates on the Orange Shirt Day event and BC Youth Parliament. The agenda also includes adopting the previous meeting's minutes.
- Trail Network Plan presentation and discussion
- 2023-2024 Draft Work Plan discussion and approval
- Orange Shirt Day event update
- BC Youth Parliament update
- Adoption of September 13, 2023 minutes
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will immediately close to the public after a resolution is passed. Council will discuss land matters, committee appointments, intergovernmental negotiations, personal information, and a city manager update, all under closed-session exemptions. The agenda is procedural and contains no public decisions or discussion items.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (c), (e), and 90(2)(b)
- Closed discussion of land matters under section 90(1)(e)
- Closed discussion of committee appointments under section 90(1)(a)
- Closed discussion of intergovernmental negotiations under section 90(2)(b)
- Adoption of minutes from September 26, 2023 closed meeting
Regular Council
Port Moody Council will decide on several items, including a proposed high-density seniors housing development that staff recommend be referred back for a reduced scale or relocation. They will also consider housing agreements and a road closure for a Pooni Group project, and a heritage designation repeal for Belcarra South Cottages.
- OCP amendment and rezoning for 2505-2517 St. George St. and 123-129 Mary St. (Kyle Senior Living Centre) - staff recommend referral back due to scale
- Housing agreements and road closure sale for 3101-3103 St. Johns St., 3104-3112 St. George St., 123-129 Buller St. (Pooni Group)
- Repeal of Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 3006 for Belcarra South Cottages
- Adoption of Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3425, Public Notice Bylaw No. 3430, and Council Procedure Bylaw No. 3427
- Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force recommendations, including $150,000 annual funding phased into property tax base
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then receive presentations and updates on several senior-related projects, including the Trail Network Plan, a Rick Hansen Accessibility Audit, a new recreation manager introduction, a seniors webpage, and preliminary work on an accessibility plan under the BC Accessibility Act. The committee will also get updates on a senior needs assessment and planning for Seniors Fair 2024.
- Trail Network Plan Project presentation by Project Manager
- Rick Hansen Accessibility Audit verbal report by Manager of Facilities
- Seniors Webpage presentation by Recreation Coordinator
- Accessibility Plan – BC Accessibility Act – preliminary work verbal report
- Senior Needs Assessment Update and next steps
Land Use Committee
This agenda for the Port Moody Land Use Committee meeting on October 5, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee is meeting to hear verbal reports and presentations on the economic impact of events, an update on the Spike Awards, the Discover Port Moody website and hotel discussion, and promotional material. The agenda also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Most substantive items are presentations with materials distributed on-table, so details are limited in the agenda itself.
- Verbal report on Economic Impact of Events by Manager of Economic Development Nigel Brownlow and Aaron Demes
- Presentation on Spike Awards update
- Presentation on Discover Port Moody website and hotel discussion
- Presentation on promotional material, including Port Moody Business Brand Brief memo
Public Hearing
This is a public hearing where the City of Port Moody Council will hear input on Bylaw No. 3407, which would rezone properties in the Coronation Park neighbourhood from Single Detached Residential (RS1) to Comprehensive Development Zone 89 (CD89). After the hearing, the bylaw is recommended to be referred to a Special Council meeting on October 3, 2023, for consideration. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with only this one substantive item.
- Rezoning of Coronation Park neighbourhood from RS1 to CD89
- Bylaw No. 3407 to amend Zoning Bylaw 2018, No. 2937
- Public input attachments on Bylaw No. 3407
- Referral to Special Council meeting on October 3, 2023
Special Council (with PH)
This special council meeting follows a public hearing and focuses on one item: third reading of Bylaw No. 3407, which would rezone Coronation Park neighbourhood properties from Single Detached Residential (RS1) to Comprehensive Development Zone 89 (CD89), as proposed by Wesgroup Properties. Council will decide whether to adopt the bylaw as recommended by staff.
- Third reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 3407 (Coronation Park) (CD89)
- Rezoning from RS1 (Single Detached Residential) to CD89 (Comprehensive Development Zone 89)
- Applicant: Wesgroup Properties
- Public hearing held earlier on October 3, 2023
Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Design Panel will consider endorsing a proposed project at 2331-2335 St. Johns Street, which involves an Official Community Plan amendment, rezoning, and a development permit. The panel may endorse the project as presented, endorse it with conditions, or decline to endorse it. The meeting also includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes, and appointment of a vice-chair.
- OCP amendment, rezoning, and development permit for 2331-2335 St. Johns Street (Cornerstone Architecture)
- Appointment of Vice-Chair
- Adoption of July 27, 2023 minutes
- Territorial Land Acknowledgement
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and July 26, 2023 minutes, then hear verbal reports on Truth and Reconciliation Phase 2, an updated 2023 work plan, an organizational IDEA plan for staff, and foundational IDEA and unconscious bias training for committee members. No decisions are listed beyond adopting the agenda and minutes; the rest are discussion items.
- Adoption of July 26, 2023 minutes
- Truth and Reconciliation — Phase 2 verbal report
- Updated 2023 work plan verbal report
- Organizational IDEA plan for staff verbal report
- Foundational IDEA and unconscious bias training verbal report
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to adopt several bylaws, including a fees amendment for Inlet Theatre and Civic Centre, a Heritage Revitalization Agreement for properties on Clarke Street, and a permissive tax exemption bylaw for 2024. They will also consider renewing a temporary use permit at 3001 St. Johns Street, a new public notice bylaw, and a motion to integrate housing needs into civic building planning.
- Adoption of Fees Bylaw No. 3424 (Inlet Theatre and Civic Centre)
- Adoption of Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 3420 (2407-2421 Clarke Street, 85 Kyle Street, 50 Queens Street)
- First, second, and third reading of 2024 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3425
- Renewal of Temporary Use Permit TUP00022 at 3001 St. Johns Street (Marcon) for three years
- Motion to consider supportive housing in civic building expansions and new builds
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting held primarily to close the public portion and move into a closed session. Council will adopt the agenda, then vote to exclude the public to discuss labour relations and a land disposition. The meeting is scheduled for only 15 minutes and contains no public decision items.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c) and 90(1)(e)
- Closed discussion of land disposition (acquisition, disposition, or expropriation)
- Closed discussion of labour and employee relations
- Adoption of minutes from the September 12, 2023 closed council meeting
Climate Action Committee
The Port Moody Climate Action Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes from May 29, 2023, and to discuss two new business items: an Extreme Weather Education Project and an Extreme Weather Ambassadors Project. The meeting also includes staff updates and is largely procedural, with no decisions or dollar amounts listed.
- Adoption of September 25, 2023 agenda
- Adoption of May 29, 2023 minutes
- Discussion of Extreme Weather Education Project
- Discussion of Extreme Weather Ambassadors Project
- Staff updates
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting held primarily to close the public portion under section 90(2)(b) of the Community Charter, citing confidential information related to negotiations between the municipality and provincial/federal governments or a third party. The only substantive item is a closed discussion of intergovernmental negotiations. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions scheduled.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter section 90(2)(b)
- Closed discussion of intergovernmental negotiations
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and July minutes, then hear presentations and verbal reports on a GIS Story Map project, the Ioco Ghost Town Festival volunteer call, and Heritage Strategic Plan scoping. No decisions on these items are listed; they are for discussion and information.
- GIS Story Map Project presentation by Manager of Policy Planning
- Ioco Ghost Town Festival update and call for volunteers
- Heritage Strategic Plan scoping verbal report
- Adoption of July 13, 2023 draft minutes
Youth Focus Committee
The Port Moody Youth Focus Committee is meeting electronically via Zoom to handle routine business: adopting the agenda and the June 14, 2023 minutes, receiving a committee orientation presentation, and discussing a draft 2023-2024 work plan. Staff updates are listed as information items. No substantive decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Adoption of September 13, 2023 agenda
- Adoption of June 14, 2023 draft minutes
- Committee orientation presentation by Legislative Services Coordinator
- 2023-2024 draft work plan presentation by Recreation Coordinator
- Staff updates
Transportation Committee
The Port Moody Transportation Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the Trail Network Plan and the Tri-Cities Climate Mobility Strategy Phase 1. The agenda also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting, plus staff updates on a distracted driving campaign.
- Presentation: Trail Network Plan
- Presentation: Tri-Cities Climate Mobility Strategy Phase 1
- Staff update: 2023 Fall Distracted Driving campaign
- Adoption of minutes from July 19, 2023 meeting
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to decide on several items, including the second reading of a rezoning for Coronation Park by Wesgroup Properties, adoption of the Urban Forest Management Strategy 2050, and various consent agenda items such as a road closure and fee amendments. The meeting also includes public input, adoption of minutes, and a delegation from the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce.
- Second reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 3407 (Coronation Park, CD89) by Wesgroup Properties, with referral to public hearing and waiver of inclusionary zoning affordable rental units policy
- Adoption of Urban Forest Management Strategy 2050 report
- Adoption of Road Closure Bylaw No. 3412 (portion of Vintner Street)
- First, second, and third reading of Fees Bylaw Amendment No. 3424 (Inlet Theatre and Civic Centre rental rates)
- First and second reading of Zoning Bylaw Housekeeping Amendment No. 3376, referred to public hearing
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting held entirely in closed session under the Community Charter. Council will consider items related to personal information, labour relations, property security, preliminary municipal service negotiations, and intergovernmental talks, plus adopt minutes from two prior closed meetings. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.
- Closed meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(b), (c), (d), (k), and 90(2)(b)
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on July 18 and July 25, 2023
- 10 closed-session items including intergovernmental negotiations, employee/labour relations, personal information, property security, and proposed municipal service
- City Manager update held in closed session under sections 90(1)(c) and (k)
Mayor’s Arts and Business Coalition Task Force
The Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force is meeting to discuss updates and recommendations from the task force, along with staff comments, project timelines, and priority ideas. The agenda includes adopting minutes from previous meetings and reviewing a presentation for council. No final decisions are listed; the items are for discussion and review.
- Adoption of minutes from July 10 and July 17, 2023 meetings
- Review of Mayor's Arts and Business Task Force Update and Recommendations
- Staff comments on task force recommendations from Finance, Cultural Services, Economic Development, and Communications
- Review of Project Implementation Timeline
- Review of Development of Priority Ideas Worksheet
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to receive presentations on three items: the Moody Centre South Neighbourhood Plan, a feasibility study for Mossom Creek Park (Salmon in the City) at 1440 Ioco Road, and the Lower Suter Brook Enhancement Plan. The agenda also includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes from the July 17, 2023 meeting. No decisions are listed; the items are for discussion and information.
- Moody Centre South Neighbourhood Plan presentation by Manager of Policy Planning
- Mossom Creek Park (Salmon in the City) feasibility study update for 1440 Ioco Road
- Lower Suter Brook Enhancement Plan presentation by Environmental Coordinator
- Adoption of July 17, 2023 meeting minutes
Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee will consider endorsing an Official Community Plan amendment and rezoning application for a mixed-use commercial and residential project at 2331-2335 St. Johns Street, submitted by Cornerstone Architecture. The committee may endorse the project as presented, endorse it with conditions, or not endorse it. The agenda also includes routine adoption of the agenda and prior meeting minutes.
- OCP amendment and rezoning for mixed-use commercial/residential at 2331-2335 St. Johns St. (Cornerstone Architecture)
- Three possible recommendations: endorse, endorse with conditions, or not endorse
- Adoption of July 6, 2023 Land Use Committee minutes
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then hear presentations on the Silver Alert program, an update on the Seniors Needs Assessment plan, and plans for the Seniors Fair. The meeting is largely informational with no decisions listed beyond routine adoptions.
- Presentation on Silver Alert by Constable Sam Cleave, Port Moody Police
- Update on Seniors Needs Assessment plan (materials distributed on-table)
- Verbal update on Seniors Fair plans
- Staff updates with link to The Club Port Moody
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee is meeting to discuss several economic development initiatives, including updates on the Economic Development and Tourism microsites, a memo on the economic impact of events, a presentation on attracting office-based employment, and the Spike Awards. The agenda also includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Verbal report on Economic Development Microsite (Port Moody Business Hub)
- Verbal report on Tourism Microsite (Discover Port Moody)
- Memo on Economic Impact of Events (September 6, 2023)
- Presentation on Support Attraction of Office-Based Employment
- Verbal report on Spike Awards
Special Council Standing Committee
This is a special Council Standing Committee meeting that will recess into three standing committees (City Initiatives and Planning, Strategic Priorities, and Governance and Legislation) to discuss new business, including rezoning early input for two St. Johns Street properties, a climate audit update, and a policy change. The committee will then reconvene to ratify any recommendations approved by the standing committees.
- Early input (rezoning) for 2524-2528 St. Johns Street (CityState Consulting)
- Early input (rezoning and development permit) for 2805 and 2811 St. Johns Street (Mara + Natha Architecture Ltd.)
- Civic Facilities Climate Audits and GHG Reduction Pathways
- Corporate Project Plan – 2023 Q2 Update
- Submission of Agenda Items by Council Members – Updated Policy
Special Council (with PH)
This special council meeting follows a public hearing and includes votes on two small-lot rezoning bylaws, a development variance permit, and an OCP amendment with a heritage revitalization agreement. Council will consider third reading and adoption of the rezoning bylaws and the OCP amendment, and approval of the variance permit.
- Third reading and adoption of Bylaw No. 3411 (rezoning RS1-S) for 3330-3340 Henry Street
- Third reading and adoption of Bylaw No. 3415 (rezoning RS1-S) for 1005 Westmount Drive
- Approval of Development Variance Permit DVP00017 for 1005 Westmount Drive
- Third reading of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3421 and Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 3420 for 2400 block Clarke Street
Public Hearing
This is a public hearing where Port Moody Council will hear input on three development proposals before referring them to a Special Council meeting for decision. The items are two small-lot rezoning applications and one Official Community Plan amendment with a Heritage Revitalization Agreement. No decisions are made at this hearing; it is for public input only.
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 3330-3340 Henry Street for small lot subdivision (Bylaw No. 3411)
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 1005 Westmount Drive for small lot subdivision (Bylaw No. 3415)
- OCP amendment for six-storey built form at 2407-2419 Clarke Street, 85 Kyle Street, 50 Queens Street (Bylaw No. 3421)
- Heritage Revitalization Agreement for 2407-2421 Clarke Street, 85 Kyle Street, 50 Queens Street (Bylaw No. 3420)
Special Council
This is a special one-hour council meeting with two items: adoption of a fees bylaw update for community development (Bylaw No. 3422) and a request to waive a highway use permit fee for the Tri-City Cycling Club's 2023 invitational event. Both items are up for decision, not just discussion.
- Adoption of Fees Bylaw No. 3422 (Community Development amendment)
- Fee waiver request for Tri-City Cycling Club Invitational 2023 highway use permit
Special Council
This special council meeting will consider two items: first readings of an amendment to the Community Development Fees Bylaw, and adoption of the updated Development Approval Procedures Bylaw No. 3417. Both items are routine procedural steps for proposed regulatory changes.
- First, second, and third reading of Fees Bylaw Amendment No. 3422 (Community Development)
- Adoption of Development Approval Procedures Bylaw No. 3417
Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Design Panel will consider endorsing two development permit applications on St. Johns Street: a mixed-use project at 2524-2528 and a commercial project at 2805-2811. The panel may endorse, endorse with conditions, or reject each proposal. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Mixed-use development permit for 2524-2528 St. Johns Street (CityState Consulting)
- Commercial development permit for 2805-2811 St. Johns Street (Mara + Natha Architecture Ltd)
- Adoption of draft minutes from June 22, 2023 meeting
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then hear a verbal update on the Shoreline House Post Project and a letter from Crohn's and Colitis Canada. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Adoption of June 15, 2023 minutes
- Verbal report: Shoreline House Post Project update
- Council correspondence: letter from Crohn's and Colitis Canada
- Staff updates
Transportation Committee
The Port Moody Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss traffic calming initiatives prioritization, speed hump program implementation locations, and a school traffic safety program update. Staff memos and a presentation will be distributed on-table at the meeting. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Traffic Calming Initiatives Prioritization memo
- Speed Hump Program Implementation Location Review memo
- School Traffic Safety Program Update presentation
- Adoption of June 21, 2023 minutes
Council Standing Committee
This is the agenda for the July 18, 2023 Council Standing Committee meeting, which will recess into three standing committees (City Initiatives and Planning, Finance, Governance and Legislation) to discuss new business, then reconvene to ratify their recommendations. Items include early input on an OCP amendment and rezoning for properties on St. George and Mary Streets, an updated Development Approval Procedures Bylaw, a fee model for the Rocky Point boat launch, a 2023 Council Contingency update, contract awards over $200,000 for June 2023, pre-approval of a vehicle purchase, and a fireworks bylaw review. The meeting also includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes.
- Early input – OCP amendment and rezoning – 2505-2517 St. George Street and 123-129 Mary Street (Zeidler Architecture)
- Updated Development Approval Procedures Bylaw
- Rocky Point Boat Launch Fee Model
- Contract awards over $200,000 – June 1 to June 30, 2023
- Fireworks Bylaw Review
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after an initial open portion. Council will vote to exclude the public to discuss items including labour relations, land dispositions, municipal service proposals, and intergovernmental negotiations. The agenda is almost entirely procedural, with no public decisions or discussions listed.
- Resolution to close meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (b), (c), (e), (i), (k), and 90(2)(b)
- Closed discussion of labour relations and proposed municipal service (7.1)
- Closed discussion of land dispositions (7.4, 7.5, 7.8)
- Closed discussion of intergovernmental negotiations (7.2)
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on June 20 and June 27, 2023
Governance and Legislation Committee
The Governance and Legislation Committee is meeting to consider a staff report on the City of Port Moody Fireworks Bylaw, 1991, No. 2070. The main action is a recommendation to direct staff to report back with amendments to the bylaw. The committee will also adopt its agenda and the draft minutes from its June 20, 2023 meeting, and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Review of Fireworks Bylaw, 1991, No. 2070
- Recommendation to direct staff to report back with bylaw amendments
- Adoption of June 20, 2023 draft minutes
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee is meeting to discuss two main items: early input on an OCP amendment and rezoning application for properties at 2505-2517 St. George Street and 123-129 Mary Street, and an updated Development Approval Procedures Bylaw. The committee will consider comments on the development application and decide whether to refer the bylaw to Council for first three readings. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and previous minutes, and referral of resolutions to the Council Standing Committee.
- Early input on OCP amendment and rezoning for 2505-2517 St. George Street and 123-129 Mary Street (Zeidler Architecture)
- Updated Development Approval Procedures Bylaw, 2023, No. 3417 referred from July 11 Council meeting
- Recommendation to refer bylaw to Regular Council on July 25 for first three readings
- Adoption of June 20, 2023 committee minutes
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee for ratification
Finance Committee
The Port Moody Finance Committee is meeting to receive reports on the Rocky Point Boat Launch Fee Model, the 2023 Council Contingency Update, and contract awards over $200,000 from June 1-30, 2023. They will also consider approving the pre-approval of four patrol vehicle purchases for early 2024, as recommended by the Port Moody Police Board. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from June 20, 2023, and referral of resolutions to the Council Standing Committee.
- Rocky Point Boat Launch Fee Model report received for information
- 2023 Council Contingency Update received for information
- Contract Awards Over $200,000 for June 1-30, 2023 received for information
- Pre-Approval of four patrol vehicle purchases for early 2024
- Referral of Finance Committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, then hear a presentation on the Rocky Point Park and Old Orchard Park Master Plans from Hapa Collaborative. A verbal report on Queens Street Plaza will also be given by the Manager of Cultural Services. The meeting includes routine updates from the chair, staff, and other committees.
- Presentation of Rocky Point Park and Old Orchard Park Master Plans by Hapa Collaborative
- Verbal report on Queens Street Plaza from Manager of Cultural Services
- Adoption of June 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Adoption of the July 17, 2023 agenda
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, then hear verbal reports on representation from equity-seeking communities, a utility box wrap approach, and IOCO Ghost Town Day on October 1, 2023. The meeting will also recess into a closed session to discuss personal information about a potential municipal award recipient. No decisions are listed on the agenda beyond adopting the agenda and minutes.
- Adoption of June 8, 2023 draft minutes
- Verbal report: Representation from equity-seeking communities
- Verbal report: Utility box wrap approach
- Verbal report: IOCO Ghost Town Day October 1, 2023
- Closed meeting under Community Charter s.90(1)(b) for personal information
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting convened primarily to close the public session under section 90(2)(b) of the Community Charter. The only substantive item is a closed discussion of intergovernmental negotiations. No decisions or public actions are scheduled.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter s.90(2)(b)
- Closed discussion of intergovernmental negotiations
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to decide on several items, including the adoption of a housing agreement and development permit for Woodland Park Phase 1 at 296 Angela Drive, which includes below-market rental housing. They will also consider first readings for various bylaws, including community services fees, development approval procedures, and a rezoning at 1005 Westmount Drive. The agenda includes public input, adoption of minutes, and several consent agenda items.
- Adoption of Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 3398 and issuance of Development Permit DP000048 for Woodland Park Phase 1 (296 Angela Drive)
- First, second, and third reading of Fees Bylaw Amendment No. 3 (Community Services Fees) and Amendment No. 4 (Community Development Fees)
- First, second, and third reading of Development Approval Procedures Bylaw No. 3417
- First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3415 for 1005 Westmount Drive, referred to Public Hearing
- First, second, and third reading of DCC Reserve Fund Expenditure Bylaw No. 3418 for Inlet Park Redevelopment Project
Mayor’s Arts and Business Coalition Task Force
The Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from June 19, 2023, then discuss aligning business and arts efforts and an arts and culture identity visioning exercise. They will review a work timeline, meeting notes, the 2023 events calendar, and city policy links. No decisions are listed beyond adopting the agenda and minutes.
- Adoption of June 19, 2023 draft minutes
- Review of work timeline for task force
- Arts and Culture Identity Visioning Exercise with ambition statement review
- Discussion of city policy quick wins and cultural sustainability report card
- Re-evaluation of activities and ideas using 2023 events calendar and Council Strategic Plan
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee is meeting to review the final report and engagement summary of the Age-Friendly Recreation Centre Study, hear a verbal update on a Seniors Fair, and adopt the agenda and previous minutes. The meeting is largely informational, with no decisions on contracts or funding listed.
- Review of final report: Port Moody Age-Friendly Recreation Centre Study (Carscadden and Lees + Associates, Fall 2022)
- Review of Final Engagement Summary for the Age-Friendly Recreation Centre Study (Lees + Associates, Sept 14, 2022)
- Verbal report on Seniors Fair
- Adoption of June 1, 2023 meeting minutes
Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee will consider a rezoning application for 2805-2811 St. Johns Street, submitted by Mara + Natha Architecture Ltd., to allow commercial and office use. The committee will recommend whether the proposed land use is appropriate or not, based on a report from the Development Planning Division. The agenda also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting.
- Rezoning application for 2805-2811 St. Johns Street (commercial and office)
- Committee to vote on recommending land use as appropriate or not
- Adoption of June 5, 2023 minutes
- Meeting held via Zoom webinar and in-person at City Hall
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee is meeting to review key planning documents, including the Economic Development Master Plan, Tourism Strategic Plan, and Industrial Land Strategy. They will also discuss forming a Spike Awards subcommittee, the BC Ale Trail 2023 Passport campaign, business outreach, and the economic impact of major events. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and routine procedural items.
- Overview of Economic Development Master Plan (June 2022), Tourism Strategic Plan (Nov 2016), and Industrial Land Strategy (March 2023)
- Formation of 2023 Spike Awards Subcommittee with chair, vice-chair, and members to be named
- Review of BC Ale Trail 2023 Passport Campaign
- Discussion on business outreach/retention and economic impact of major events
- Adoption of June 7, 2023 meeting minutes
Special Council (with PH)
Port Moody's Special Council will consider third reading and adoption of two rezoning bylaws, both referred from the public hearing earlier that evening. One would allow a small lot subdivision at 2826 Jane Street; the other would permit a townhouse development at 2804/2806 and 2808 St. George Street. The meeting is scheduled to start immediately after the public hearing.
- Third reading and adoption of Bylaw No. 3399 (RS1-S) for small lot subdivision at 2826 Jane Street
- Third reading of Bylaw No. 3410 (RM4) for townhouse development at 2804/2806 and 2808 St. George Street
- Both items are conditional on referral from the July 4, 2023 Public Hearing
Public Hearing
Port Moody Council is holding a public hearing to receive input on two rezoning bylaws: one to allow a small lot subdivision at 2826 Jane Street and another to allow a townhouse development at 2804/2806 and 2808 St. George Street. After public input, both bylaws are recommended to be referred to the Special Council meeting on July 4, 2023, for consideration.
- Rezoning (RS1-S) – 2826 Jane Street (Toor) – Bylaw No. 3399 to amend Zoning Bylaw 2018, No. 2937 for small lot subdivision
- Rezoning (RM4) – 2804/2806 and 2808 St. George Street (CityState Consulting) – Bylaw No. 3410 to amend Zoning Bylaw 2018, No. 2937 for townhouse development
- Public hearing open for in-person attendance at Council Chambers, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special closed council meeting. Council will vote to exclude the public to discuss land acquisitions or dispositions, legal advice, and proposed municipal services, including negotiations with other governments. The agenda is almost entirely procedural, with all substantive items to be discussed behind closed doors.
- Resolution to close meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e), (i), (k), and 90(2)(b)
- Adoption of minutes from closed council meeting of June 13, 2023
- Closed discussion on proposed provision of a municipal service (7.1)
- Closed discussion on land disposition and legal advice (7.2)
- Closed discussion on proposed municipal service and intergovernmental negotiations (7.3)
Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Design Panel is meeting to review and potentially endorse two development applications: an OCP amendment and rezoning at 2505-2517 St. George Street and 123-129 Mary Street, and a mixed-use development permit at 2524-2528 St. Johns Street. The panel will hear presentations from the applicants and staff, then vote to endorse, endorse with conditions, or not endorse each project. The agenda also includes routine adoption of the agenda and previous minutes.
- OCP amendment and rezoning for 2505-2517 St. George Street and 123-129 Mary Street (Zeidler Architecture)
- Mixed-use development permit for 2524-2528 St. Johns Street (CityState Consulting)
- Adoption of minutes from March 23, 2023 meeting
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, and to discuss an updated 2023 work plan and foundational IDEA training for members. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Adoption of agenda and minutes from May 24, 2023
- Review of updated 2023 IDEA Committee Work Plan
- Discussion of foundational IDEA training for committee members
- Staff updates and correspondence from Crohn's and Colitis Canada
Transportation Committee
The Port Moody Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially endorse staff recommendations on two development-related transportation items: a cumulative development traffic model and a goals-based assessment framework for new developments. The committee will also hear presentations on traffic signal systems and the Barnet/Ioco/Dewdney intersection, plus adopt the agenda and prior minutes.
- Endorse Cumulative Development Transportation Model and develop maintenance/update plan
- Endorse Goals-Based Assessment framework for development-related transportation impact assessment
- Consider additional work to refine assessment indicators and complete comprehensive development traffic assessment
- Discussion on traffic signal system
- Discussion and recommendation on Barnet/Ioco/Dewdney intersection
Governance and Legislation Committee
The Governance and Legislation Committee is meeting to review the civic awards process and to consider adopting a new corporate policy on how council members submit agenda items. The committee will also adopt its previous meeting's minutes and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Review of Civic Awards program and related Corporate Policy 01-0290-01
- Proposed adoption of Corporate Policy 01-0530-2023-01 on Submission of Agenda Items by Council Members
- Adoption of draft minutes from May 16, 2023 meeting
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee on June 20, 2023
Finance Committee
The Port Moody Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve several financial items, including the 2022 Statement of Financial Information, a permissive tax exemption guideline review, and a 2023 financial plan forecast. The committee will also consider funding allocations for various programs and projects, such as a wildlife student outreach program, a task group coordinator, and audio-visual upgrades. Recommendations approved will be referred to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Approve 2022 Statement of Financial Information
- Continue Permissive Tax Exemption Guidelines
- Approve committee funding restructuring with a Committee Contingency pool for 2024
- Add Artist Grant Program to 2024 Community Grant Program with $5,000 budget
- Approve $41,000 additional funding for Brovold Room AV upgrades, total cost not to exceed $117,000
Council Standing Committee
The Port Moody Council Standing Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then will recess into four standing committees (City Initiatives and Planning, Finance, Strategic Priorities, Governance and Legislation) to discuss new business. Items include a GHG emissions pathways project, the 2022 Statement of Financial Information, a permissive tax exemption guideline review, and various funding and contract matters. The committee will reconvene to ratify any recommendations approved by the standing committees.
- GHG Emissions Pathways and Energy Monitoring Project
- 2022 Statement of Financial Information
- Permissive Tax Exemption Guideline Review
- Contract Awards Over $200,000 – March 1 to May 30, 2023
- Kyle Centre Building Repairs Project
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee will decide whether to indefinitely postpone the Kyle Centre Building Repairs Project pending an expression of interest for redevelopment and a Land Management Strategy. They will also consider approving 11 new project proposals, including a Digital Strategy, Revenue Diversification Strategy, and a feasibility study for new recreation facilities, with funding-dependent proposals forwarded to the Finance Committee.
- Indefinite postponement of Kyle Centre Building Repairs Project
- Approval of Land Management Strategy project proposal
- Approval of Accessibility Plan and Response project proposal
- Approval of Feasibility Study for New Recreation/Community Facilities
- Approval of Short- and Long-Term Works Yard Plan at 3016 Murray Street
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special Council meeting held electronically, with the main purpose being to pass a resolution to close the meeting to the public. The closed session will discuss land disposition and labour relations, citing sections of the Community Charter. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions scheduled.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c) and 90(1)(e)
- Closed discussion on land disposition
- Closed discussion on labour relations
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Parkland Strategy, the Shoreline Trail Boardwalk Replacement project, and proposed changes to community services fees. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion and information.
- Parkland Strategy Update presentation by Lees and Associates
- Shoreline Trail Boardwalk Replacement project update
- Proposed updates to Fees and Charges Bylaw for community services
- Adoption of May 15, 2023 minutes
Mayor’s Arts and Business Coalition Task Force
The Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from May 15, 2023, then discuss aligning business and arts through a SWOT analysis and ideas matrix, and conduct an arts and culture identity visioning exercise with breakout groups. The meeting also includes staff updates, the 2023 meeting schedule, and a brainstorming exercise on suggested projects and programs.
- Adoption of May 15, 2023 minutes
- Discussion of SWOT Analysis and Ideas Matrix for business-arts alignment
- Arts and Culture Identity Visioning Exercise with breakout groups
- Staff updates and 2023 meeting schedule
- Brainstorming exercise with Mike Arseneault Recreate Now Port Moody
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, approve its 2022-2023 annual report, receive an update on a clothing drive, and consider a resolution to close part of the meeting to discuss personal information about a potential municipal award recipient.
- Approval of 2022-2023 Youth Focus Committee Annual Report
- Clothing drive update by Elva Ly
- Resolution to exclude the public under section 90(1)(b) of the Community Charter
- Adoption of minutes from May 10, 2023 meeting
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee will meet via Zoom to adopt the agenda and minutes, then receive verbal reports on a GIS Story Map project, representation from equity-seeking groups, and the Ioco Ghost Town Day Festival. No decisions are listed beyond routine adoption of agenda and minutes.
- GIS Story Map Project verbal report
- Representation from equity-seeking groups verbal report
- Ioco Ghost Town Day Festival verbal report
- Adoption of May 11, 2023 minutes
Special Council (with PH)
This special council meeting follows a public hearing and focuses on a single rezoning item. Council will consider giving third reading and adopting Bylaw No. 3399, which would amend the Zoning Bylaw to allow a small lot subdivision at 2826 Jane Street. The recommendation is to proceed as outlined in the June 6, 2023 memo.
- Third reading and adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 3399 for 2826 Jane Street
- Rezoning to RS1-S to permit small lot subdivision
- Public hearing held immediately before this meeting
Public Hearing
This is a public hearing where the City of Port Moody Council will hear input on a proposed rezoning at 2826 Jane Street. The rezoning would amend the Zoning Bylaw to allow a small lot subdivision. After the hearing, the bylaw will be referred to a Special Council meeting for consideration.
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 2826 Jane Street (Toor)
- Bylaw No. 3399 to amend Zoning Bylaw 2018, No. 2937
- Public hearing notice and report from April 25, 2023 Council meeting
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee is meeting electronically to adopt minutes from May 8, 2023, review its terms of reference, and introduce a draft work plan. Staff updates and the Seniors Guide Summer 2023 will also be presented. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Adoption of May 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of Seniors Focus Committee Terms of Reference
- Introduction of draft work plan (verbal report)
- Staff updates
- Seniors Guide Summer 2023 presentation
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee will review its terms of reference, introduce a draft work plan, and consider endorsing a resolution to UBCM urging the Province to fund mechanical cooling in schools that could serve as extreme weather shelters. The resolution cites 526 heat-related deaths in 2021 and worsening heat waves. The meeting also includes adopting minutes and a staff update on the urban forest management survey.
- Resolution to UBCM: advocate for increased funding to school districts for resiliency measures including mechanical cooling
- Introduction of draft Climate Action Committee work plan
- Review of Climate Action Committee terms of reference
- Adoption of minutes from April 24, 2023 meeting
- Staff update: survey for Urban Forest Management Strategy and Tree Protection Bylaw
Advisory Design Panel
This is the agenda for the Port Moody Advisory Design Panel meeting on May 25, 2023. The agenda text is entirely boilerplate from the eSCRIBE system and contains no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. No substantive business is identified for this meeting.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee is meeting to adopt minutes from its April 26, 2023 meeting, review its terms of reference, and introduce a draft work plan for 2023. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Adoption of minutes from April 26, 2023 meeting
- Review of IDEA Committee Terms of Reference
- Introduction of draft 2023 work plan
- Staff updates
Regular Council Meeting
Port Moody Council is meeting to consider a rezoning application for Coronation Park (Wesgroup Properties), a development variance permit for a daycare, and several routine items. The agenda includes a first reading of a rezoning bylaw, a decision on a temporary use permit extension, and reports on the Shoreline Trail boardwalk and fire rescue services. Council will also hear a delegation from YWCA Metro Vancouver and consider motions on affordable rental housing and boulevard gardening.
- First reading of Rezoning Bylaw No. 3407 for Coronation Park (Wesgroup Properties)
- Development Variance Permit DVP00016 for 2610 St. Johns Street (The Kids Academy)
- Temporary Use Permit TUP00006 extension for 3044 St. Johns Street and 3039 Spring Street
- Reallocation of $8,000 for National Indigenous Peoples Day Blessing Ceremony
- Application for UBCM Extreme Temperature Risk Mapping grant funding
Transportation Committee
The Port Moody Transportation Committee is meeting to review its terms of reference, introduce a draft workplan, and discuss an update to the Master Transportation Plan. The main decision is whether to endorse making the Moray Street traffic calming pilot project permanent and add $75,000 to the 2024 capital budget for detailed design.
- Moray Street Traffic Calming Pilot Project results and recommendation to adopt as permanent
- $75,000 proposed for 2024 Capital Program for permanent traffic calming design on Moray Street
- Draft workplan introduction
- Master Transportation Plan update discussion
- ICBC 2023 Speed Campaign staff update
Special Council Standing Committee
This is a special council standing committee meeting that will recess into three standing committees (Finance, Strategic Priorities, Governance and Legislation) to discuss new business, then reconvene to ratify their recommendations. Items include a first-quarter grant funding update, a chiller replacement budget adjustment, 2023 capital budget follow-up, 2024-2028 financial plan guidelines, a pay parking motion, and policy updates on public engagement and electronic meeting participation.
- 2023 Grant Funding – First Quarter Update
- Recreation Complex Chiller Replacement – budget adjustment to COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream (CVRIS) grant amount
- 2023 Capital Budget Follow Up
- 2024-2028 Financial Plan Guidelines
- Pay Parking – motion served by Councillor Knowles
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve several financial items, including a first-quarter grant funding update, a budget adjustment for the Recreation Complex chiller replacement, and a follow-up on the 2023 capital budget. The committee will also consider guidelines for the 2024-2028 financial plan. Recommendations include approving multiple capital projects funded from reserve funds.
- Recreation Complex Chiller Replacement budget increased to $1,085,742
- Approval of 2023 capital projects funded from New Initiatives and Growing Communities Reserve Funds
- Approval of projects: Works Yard Building Envelope Replacement, Kyle Park Redevelopment Plan, Recreation Complex Skate Shop Renovation, Arena 1 Dressing Rooms
- New capital projects: $150,000 for snow clearing equipment, $300,000 for brine making facility
- 2024-2028 Financial Plan Guidelines to be approved
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to adopt the April 17 minutes, review its terms of reference, and introduce a draft 2023 workplan. The main item is a presentation by Diamond Head Consulting on the draft Urban Forest Management Strategy report. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion or information.
- Adoption of April 17, 2023 minutes
- Terms of Reference overview
- Introduction of draft 2023 workplan
- Urban Forest Management Strategy draft report review (presentation by Diamond Head Consulting)
- Staff, chair, and committee updates
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee is meeting for orientation, including a presentation on the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan and review of the committee's terms of reference. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from previous Tourism and Economic Development Committee meetings. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed beyond these procedural items.
- Adoption of minutes from Tourism Committee (2022-10-26) and Economic Development Committee (2022-11-02)
- Presentation on 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan
- Review of Committee Terms of Reference and 2023 meeting schedule
- Committee orientation package including Council Committee System Policy
Regular Council Meeting
Port Moody Council will consider adopting several bylaws, including the 2023-2027 Financial Plan, 2023 Property Tax Rates, and an Alternative Tax Collection Scheme. They will also vote on adopting intermunicipal ride-hailing business licence bylaws and a new Council Procedure Bylaw. Council will hear a presentation on the updated Community Wildfire Protection Plan and consider multiple motions, including Naloxone training for staff, trial off-leash hours in Bert Flinn Park, banning rodeos, and a child care facility at City Hall.
- Adoption of 2023-2027 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 3402
- Adoption of 2023 Annual Property Tax Rates Bylaw No. 3403
- Adoption of intermunicipal ride-hailing business licence bylaws (No. 3400, 3401, 3405)
- Updated 2019 Community Wildfire Protection Plan adoption and fuel treatment pilot
- Motions on Naloxone training, off-leash dog areas, rodeo ban, and child care at City Hall
Land Use Committee
The provided agenda text for the Port Moody Land Use Committee meeting on 2023-05-01 contains only interface labels and boilerplate from the eSCRIBE system. No actual agenda items, motions, or discussion topics are listed. The document appears to be a template or placeholder rather than a substantive agenda.
Regular Council Meeting
Port Moody Council is meeting to consider several bylaws, including the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan, the 2023 Annual Property Tax Rates Bylaw, and an alternative tax collection scheme. They will also decide on a rezoning at 2826 Jane Street, a permanent one-way conversion of Brew Street, and adoption of the Growing Communities Reserve Fund Bylaw. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, proclamations, and delegations.
- Adoption of Growing Communities Reserve Fund Bylaw No. 3397
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 2826 Jane Street (Toor) – first and second reading, referral to public hearing
- Brew Street one-way pilot project – support permanent conversion as part of Suter Brook Village Traffic Calming Plan
- 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 3402 – first, second, and third reading
- 2023 Annual Property Tax Rates Bylaw No. 3403 – first, second, and third reading
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee is meeting for orientation, including a presentation on the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan, and will consider adopting the minutes from its October 24, 2022 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Adoption of draft minutes from October 24, 2022 meeting
- Committee orientation with 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan
- Review of Council Committee System Policy and Terms of Reference
- Staff updates and unfinished business items
Advisory Design Panel
This agenda for the Port Moody Advisory Design Panel meeting on April 20, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.
Transportation Committee
The Port Moody Transportation Committee is meeting electronically to adopt the draft minutes from its October 19, 2022 meeting and to receive a committee orientation, including a presentation on the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan, the Council Committee System Policy, and the committee's terms of reference. No new business items, staff updates, or unfinished business are listed on the agenda.
- Adoption of draft minutes from October 19, 2022 meeting
- Committee orientation with 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan
- Review of Council Committee System Policy and Terms of Reference
- 2023 meeting schedule provided
Governance and Legislation Committee
The Governance and Legislation Committee is meeting to consider further updates to the proposed Council Procedure Bylaw No. 3393, including revisions on standing committees, respectful communications, notice of absence, agenda, and notices of motion. The committee will also adopt the draft minutes from its March 21, 2023 meeting and refer its recommendations to a Special Council meeting later that evening for ratification. The main action is a recommendation to present the revised bylaw to the April 25, 2023 Regular Council meeting for first, second, and third readings.
- Proposed revisions to Council Procedure Bylaw No. 3393 on standing committees, respectful communications, notice of absence, agenda, and notices of motion
- Recommendation to present revised bylaw for first, second, and third readings on April 25, 2023
- Adoption of draft minutes from March 21, 2023 committee meeting
- Referral of committee resolutions to Special Council meeting on April 18, 2023
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is meeting to receive updates and discuss several items: a draft Urban Forest Management Strategy, the 2023 Corporate Project Plan, comments on the Village of Belcarra's draft Official Community Plan, and an action plan from the Mayor's Town Hall on snow and ice response. The committee will also consider adopting minutes from the previous meeting and referring its recommendations to a Special Council meeting for ratification.
- Urban Forest Management Strategy draft report update from Diamond Head Consulting
- 2023 Corporate Project Plan, including omitting outstanding 2019-2022 Council Strategic Plan projects
- Comments on Village of Belcarra draft Official Community Plan, raising concerns about water system capacity and transportation planning
- Action plan for snow and ice response improvements for 2023-2024 winter season
Mayor’s Arts and Business Coalition Task Force
The Mayor’s Arts and Business Coalition Task Force is holding its first meeting, focused on orientation and reviewing its terms of reference. Members will receive an overview of the Council Strategic Plan and background materials, plus a review of city plans related to arts, culture, tourism, and industrial land. The agenda is largely introductory, with no decisions or votes scheduled.
- Orientation for task force members
- Review of Terms of Reference
- Overview of Council Strategic Plan and background materials
- Review of Public Art policy, Industrial Land Strategy, and Tourism Strategic Plan
- SWOT analysis and meeting schedule discussion
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
This is a routine meeting of Port Moody's Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee. The committee will adopt minutes from two prior meetings and receive an orientation on the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan and committee policies. No substantive decisions or proposals are on the agenda.
- Adoption of Arts and Culture Committee minutes from October 3, 2022
- Adoption of Heritage Commission minutes from October 27, 2022
- Committee orientation including Mayor's introduction and 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan
- Review of Council Committee System Policy and Terms of Reference
Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee is meeting to consider a rezoning application for 2346 Clarke Street, presented by CityState Consulting. The committee will decide whether to recommend the proposed land use as appropriate or not. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and a committee orientation session.
- Rezoning application for 2346 Clarke Street (CityState Consulting)
- Adoption of minutes from February 6, 2023 meeting
- Committee orientation presentation by Legislative Services Coordinator
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a code of conduct for advisory bodies, an update on a clothing drive, a presentation on the Parkland Strategy, and the selection of youth scholarships and sports awards. The agenda also includes adopting the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Adoption of minutes from March 8, 2023
- Review of Corporate Policy 07-2510-01 Code of Conduct for Advisory Bodies
- Clothing Drive update
- Parkland Strategy presentation by Engineering and Operations
- Youth Scholarship Selection and Youth Sports Award
Regular Council Meeting
Port Moody Council is meeting to adopt several bylaws and policies, including a Council Code of Conduct Bylaw and a Growing Communities Reserve Fund Bylaw. The consent agenda also includes renewing UBCM membership for $14,712.51, waiving a $262 sign permit fee, and receiving reports on transportation modeling and St. George Street slow zones. A delegation from the New Westminster & District Labour Council will present a Day of Mourning proclamation request.
- Adoption of Council Code of Conduct Bylaw, 2023, No. 3396
- First, second, and third reading of Growing Communities Reserve Fund Bylaw, 2023, No. 3397
- UBCM membership renewal with 2023 dues of $14,712.51
- Waiver of $262 sign permit fee for Glenayre Community Message Board
- Lighting City Hall blue for World Wish Day on April 29, 2023
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting of Port Moody, BC, scheduled to close. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.
Special Council (CIPC-FC-GLC-SPC)
This is a procedural special council meeting held via Zoom. Council will recess to allow standing committees to meet, then reconvene to ratify recommendations from the April 4, 2023 Finance Committee meetings. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Ratification of Finance Committee recommendations from April 4, 2023
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to receive a summary of the 2023 budget consultation and to hold budget deliberations. The committee will also refer any approved recommendations to a Special Council meeting later that day for ratification.
- 2023 Budget Consultation Summary report received for information
- Budget deliberations to follow the consultation summary
- Referral of Finance Committee resolutions to Special Council meeting on April 4, 2023
Regular Council Meeting
Port Moody Council is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting minutes, receiving a presentation on the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan, and hearing a delegation from Community Bat Programs of BC. The consent agenda includes several administrative items, such as repealing the Heritage Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission bylaws, applying for a UBCM emergency operations grant, updating the Youth Focus Committee terms of reference, adopting a fees bylaw amendment, and giving three readings to a new Council Code of Conduct bylaw. The meeting also includes proclamations for Green Shirt Day and World Press Freedom Day.
- Adoption of Bylaws 3394 and 3395 to repeal Heritage Commission Bylaw No. 3340 and Parks and Recreation Commission Bylaw No. 3347
- Direction to apply for UBCM 2023 Emergency Operations Centres and Training Grant
- Adoption of Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment No. 3389 (housekeeping changes)
- Three readings of Council Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 3396
- Proclamations for Green Shirt Day (April 7) and World Press Freedom Day (May 3)
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special closed (in-camera) council meeting. The only substantive business is a resolution to exclude the public, citing provincial law for discussions about personal information of potential appointees, labour relations, and solicitor-client privileged advice. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering adoption of minutes from two prior closed meetings and adjournment.
- Resolution to close meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (c), and (i)
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on March 14 and March 21, 2023
- Discussion of solicitor-client privileged matters (closed)
- Discussion of committee appointments (closed)
- Discussion of labour relations (closed)
Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Design Panel is meeting to review and potentially endorse a mixed-use development application by Anthem Properties Group for 3180-3190 St. Johns Street and 81-89 Moray Street. The panel will consider a staff report and may endorse the project as presented, endorse it with conditions, or decline to endorse it. The agenda also includes adoption of previous meeting minutes and staff updates.
- Mixed-use development application at 3180-3190 St. Johns and 81-89 Moray Street by Anthem Properties Group
- Recommendation options: endorse as presented, endorse with conditions, or not endorse
- Adoption of minutes from November 17, 2022 meeting
- Territory acknowledgement
- Staff updates
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is meeting to consider adopting the Industrial Land Strategy, as recommended in a March 8, 2023 report from the Community Development Department. The committee will also adopt minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting and refer any approved recommendations to a special council meeting later that day for ratification.
- Adoption of draft minutes from January 17, 2023 meeting
- Approval of Industrial Land Strategy (report dated March 8, 2023)
- Referral of committee resolutions to Special Council meeting on March 21, 2023
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special closed council meeting. Council will vote to exclude the public to discuss labour relations and municipal objectives for the annual report, and will adopt minutes from prior closed meetings.
- Resolution to close meeting under Community Charter s.90(1)(c) and (l)
- Adoption of minutes from Feb 21 and Feb 28, 2023 closed meetings
- Closed discussion on labour relations
- Closed discussion on municipal objectives and progress reports
Finance Committee
The Port Moody Finance Committee is meeting to consider police funding requests, including $150,000 in 2022 projected surplus requests and $102,500 in budget carry forwards, and to receive department presentations for the draft 2023-2027 financial plan. The committee will also discuss several notices of motion, including a user-pay model for the Rocky Point Boat Launch and a review of subsidized recreation services.
- Police 2022 Projected Surplus Funding Requests: Policy Renewal Project $35,000, Major Crime Training $35,000, Strategic Building Improvements $80,000
- Police 2022 Budget Carry Forwards: Professional Development $17,500, Legal Fees $50,000, Internal Audit $15,000, Digital Evidence Management $20,000
- Draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan – Department Presentations (Round III): Fire Rescue, Library, Fiscal Services
- Notice of Motion: 100% user pay model for Rocky Point Boat Launch operation and maintenance
- Notice of Motion: Report on top 3 most heavily subsidized recreation services
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public. Council will discuss a proposed municipal service and municipal objectives for the annual report, both under legal exemptions. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(k) and 90(1)(l)
- Discussion of proposed provision of a municipal service (closed)
- Discussion of municipal objectives, measures, and progress reports for annual report (closed)
Regular Council Meeting
Port Moody Council is meeting to decide on several items, including adopting a bylaw to extend the pilot for responsible outdoor liquor consumption, approving bike route improvements, and repealing two commission bylaws. They will also receive reports on climate action and energy step codes, and consider a delegation about the City of the Arts.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 3392 to extend the pilot for responsible consumption of liquor in public places
- Direct staff to develop concept plans for protected bike lanes on Heritage Mountain Boulevard and Murray Street, and a plan for Guildford Way, funded up to $24,000 from Master Transportation Reserve
- Repeal of Heritage Commission Bylaw No. 3340 and Parks and Recreation Commission Bylaw No. 3347
- Receive 2022 Climate Action Implementation Annual Report
- Retract LMLGA resolution 'Creating More Inclusive Cities' and co-sponsor 'Creating More Equitable Communities'
Land Use Committee
This agenda contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. The meeting appears to be a procedural session with no listed decisions, proposals, or discussions.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to review the second round of department presentations for the Draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan, covering Finance and Technology, Community Development, Community Services, Fire Rescue, Library, and Fiscal Services. Committee direction is requested on the plan. Any recommendations approved will be referred to the Special Council meeting on March 21, 2023 for ratification.
- Draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan – Department Presentations (Round II)
- Presentations from Finance and Technology, Community Development, Community Services, Fire Rescue, Library, and Fiscal Services
- Referral of Finance Committee resolutions to Special Council meeting on March 21, 2023
Public Hearing
This is a public hearing for a single rezoning application. The City of Port Moody is hearing public input on Bylaw No. 3390, which would amend the zoning bylaw to allow a small lot subdivision at 908 Glenacre Court. After the hearing, the bylaw is recommended to be referred to a Special Council meeting on March 7, 2023 for consideration.
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 908 Glenacre Court to allow small lot subdivision
- Bylaw No. 3390 to amend Zoning Bylaw 2018, No. 2937
- Public hearing open for in-person and livestream attendance
Special Council
This is a procedural special council meeting. Council will adopt the minutes from the January 17, 2023 special meeting, recess for standing committee meetings, and then ratify recommendations from the Finance, Governance and Legislation, and City Initiatives and Planning committees. No substantive decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Adoption of Special Council minutes from January 17, 2023
- Ratification of committee reports from February 21, 2023
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to review the 2023-2027 draft five-year financial plan, including department presentations and the Port Moody Police Board's amended financial plan. The committee will also receive updates on 2022 grant funding and contract awards over $200,000. Recommendations from this meeting will be referred to a Special Council meeting for ratification.
- Port Moody Police Board 2023-2027 Financial Plan received for information
- 2023-2027 Draft Five Year Financial Plan presented
- Draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan department presentations
- Grant Funding 2022 final update
- Contract awards over $200,000 from Nov 1, 2022 to Jan 31, 2023
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special closed council meeting. The only substantive item is a resolution to exclude the public to discuss municipal objectives, measures, and progress reports for the annual municipal report, under section 90(1)(l) of the Community Charter. The rest of the agenda is procedural.
- Resolution to close meeting to public under Community Charter section 90(1)(l)
- Discussion of municipal objectives, measures, and progress reports for annual report
Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Design Panel is meeting to appoint a chair, adopt prior minutes, and review a mixed-use development application from Anthem Properties Group at 3180-3190 St. Johns Street and 81-89 Moray Street. The panel may endorse the project as presented, endorse it with conditions, or decline to endorse it. The agenda also includes staff updates and the 2023 meeting calendar.
- Mixed-use development application by Anthem Properties Group at 3180-3190 St. Johns and 81-89 Moray Street
- Appointment of 2023 Advisory Design Panel Chair
- Adoption of November 17, 2022 minutes
- 2023 Advisory Design Panel meeting calendar
Regular Council Meeting
Port Moody Council is meeting to consider several items, most notably endorsing the Phase Two Climate Action Implementation Strategy. The agenda also includes receiving reports on ice allocation for user groups, a whistle cessation update, and a request to proclaim February 2023 as Black History Month. The meeting will also adopt minutes from previous sessions and hear public input.
- Endorse Phase Two Climate Action Implementation Strategy
- Receive report on Ice Allocation for All User Groups
- Authorize Glenayre Community Association to install two community notice signs on Ailsa Avenue and Glencoe Drive
- Receive Whistle Cessation Update for Murray Street Crossing
- Proclaim February 2023 as Black History Month
Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee is meeting to consider endorsing two development projects: a mixed-use development at 3180-3190 St. Johns Street and 81-89 Moray Street by Anthem Properties, and a transit-oriented rezoning at Coronation Park by Wesgroup Properties. The committee will also adopt minutes from a previous meeting. No decisions are final; the committee's endorsements are recommendations.
- Development application for 3180-3190 St. Johns Street and 81-89 Moray Street (Anthem Properties Group)
- Rezoning for transit-oriented development at Coronation Park (Wesgroup Properties)
- Adoption of draft minutes from December 12, 2022 meeting
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special closed meeting of Port Moody Council. The only substantive item is a resolution to exclude the public for a strategic planning discussion under section 90(1)(l) of the Community Charter, related to preparing the annual municipal report. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions scheduled.
- Resolution to close meeting to public under Community Charter s. 90(1)(l)
- Strategic planning discussion closed to public
- Appointment of acting corporate officer
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special closed meeting of Port Moody Council. The agenda is entirely procedural: Council will vote to exclude the public, adopt minutes from previous closed meetings, and then discuss legal opinions, personal information, and a proposed municipal service — all behind closed doors. No public business or decisions are on the open agenda.
- Resolution to close meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (i), and (k)
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on November 22, 2022 and January 10, 2023
- Two legal opinions to be discussed in closed session
- Personal information item under section 90(1)(a)
- Proposed provision of a municipal service under section 90(1)(k)
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special closed council meeting to discuss strategic priorities and prepare the annual municipal report. The public is excluded under section 90(1)(l) of the Community Charter. The meeting will recess and reconvene the next day for continued discussions.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter section 90(1)(l)
- Strategic Priorities Workshop (closed to public)
- Motion to recess and reconvene January 21, 2023 at 9:00 am
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is meeting electronically to receive a presentation on the 2023 City Events from the Manager of Cultural Services. The committee will also consider referring any resolutions approved at this meeting to a Special Council meeting later the same day. The agenda contains no other substantive items.
- Presentation: 2023 City Events by Manager of Cultural Services
- Referral of committee resolutions to Special Council meeting on January 17, 2023
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee is holding a webinar to gather early input on four development applications: an OCP amendment, heritage revitalization agreement, and development permit for the 2400 block of Clarke Street; a rezoning and development permit for 2804-2808 St. George Street; and pre-applications for 1120 Glenayre Drive and 2605 Clarke Street/42 Mary Street. The committee will hear presentations from staff and applicants, then provide comments that staff and applicants are recommended to consider. The meeting is for discussion and early input only; no final decisions are being made.
- Early input on OCP amendment, Heritage Revitalization Agreement, and DP for 2400 block Clarke Street (Kyle and Clarke Holdings)
- Early input on rezoning and DP for 2804-2808 St. George Street (CityState Consulting)
- Pre-application for 1120 Glenayre Drive (Vigna)
- Pre-application for 2605 Clarke Street and 42 Mary Street (GBL Architects)
- Referral of committee resolutions to Special Council meeting on January 17, 2023
Special Council
This is a special council meeting held electronically via Zoom on January 17, 2023, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The agenda is largely procedural: it includes a call to order, territorial acknowledgement, public input, a recess to allow standing committees to meet, and a resolution to adopt committee reports. The only substantive item is ratifying recommendations approved at the Strategic Priorities Committee and City Initiatives and Planning Committee meetings held the same day; no specific recommendations are listed in the agenda.
- Resolution to adopt and ratify committee reports from January 17, 2023 meetings
- Public input period for civic engagement
- Recess to move into scheduled standing committees
Regular Council Meeting
Port Moody Council will consider third reading and adoption of three rezoning bylaws for small lot subdivisions at 111 Jacobs Road, 988 Seaforth Way, and 1008 Tuxedo Drive, along with related development variance permits. The council will also hear a delegation from Imperial Oil about the Sasamat Dam, endorse the Phase Two Climate Action Implementation Strategy, and handle consent agenda items including a fees bylaw amendment and travel requests.
- Rezoning (RS1-S) third reading and adoption for 111 Jacobs Road (Bylaw No. 3374)
- Rezoning (RS1-S) third reading and adoption for 988 Seaforth Way (Bylaw No. 3386)
- Rezoning (RS1-S) third reading and adoption for 1008 Tuxedo Drive (Bylaw No. 3388)
- Development Variance Permits DVP00010 (111 Jacobs Road) and DVP00011 (988 Seaforth Way)
- Mayor authorized to attend COFI convention with up to $2,162.00 from Council Contingency
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special Council meeting held primarily to close the meeting to the public under the Community Charter. The closed session will address personal information about individuals considered for municipal positions or awards, and discussions with staff about municipal objectives for the annual report. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions listed.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (b), and (l)
- Closed items on personal information (5.1, 5.2) and municipal objectives for annual report (5.3)
- Adoption of minutes from closed Council meetings of December 6, 2022
Public Hearing
This is a public hearing where Council will hear input on three rezoning bylaws that would allow small lot subdivisions at 1008 Tuxedo Drive, 988 Seaforth Way, and 111 Jacobs Road. After the hearing, each bylaw is recommended to be referred to the January 10, 2023 Regular Council meeting for consideration. No decisions are made at this hearing; it is for public input only.
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 1008 Tuxedo Drive – Bylaw No. 3388
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 988 Seaforth Way – Bylaw No. 3386
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 111 Jacobs Road – Bylaw No. 3374
- All three bylaws amend the City of Port Moody Zoning Bylaw, 2018, No. 2937