Executive Committee of Council

 

 

 

M I N U T E S

 

 

 

An Open meeting of the Executive Committee of Council was held in the Council Committee Room, Main Floor, City Hall, 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC on Thursday, 2016 April 21 at 5:00 p.m.

 

 

 

1.

CALL TO ORDER

 

            PRESENT:    Councillor Sav Dhaliwal, Chair

                                    Councillor Paul McDonell, Vice Chair

                                    Councillor Dan Johnston, Member

 

            STAFF:          Ms. Geraldine Parent, Arts Services Manager

                                    Ms. Blanka Zeinabova, Administrative Officer

 

The Chair called the Open meeting to order at 5:18 p.m.

 

2.

MINUTES

 

(a)

Minutes of the Executive Committee of Council

Open meeting held on 2016 February 16______

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT the minutes of the Executive Committee of Council Open meeting held on 2016 February 16 be adopted.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

3.

CORRESPONDENCE

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT the correspondence be received.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(a)

Scandinavian Community Centre Society

Re: Federal Canadian Heritage Grant for

Scandinavian 2017 Midsummer Festival

 

Correspondence was received the Scandinavian Community Centre Society seeking the City’s support of their Canadian Heritage Grant application for the 2017 Midsummer Festival.

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR MCDONELL

SECONDED by COUNCILLOR JOHNSTON

 

THAT a letter of support for the 2017 Midsummer Festival be sent to the Scandinavian Community Centre Society.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(b)

Moscrop Panthers Senior Girls Volleyball Team

Re: Letter of Appreciation (#16.04.)___________

 

Correspondence was received from Ms. Pandora Cheung, Team Manager, Moscrop Secondary School, expressing appreciation to the City for funding in support of the Moscrop Seniors Girls Volleyball team’s travel expenses.

 

(c)

Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland

Re: Letter of Appreciation and 2015 Program Report (#15.51)

 

Correspondence was received from Ms. Fleur Cooper, Manager of Corporate & Foundation Giving, Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland, expressing appreciation to the City for funding support of their programs in 2015. The Big Sisters Mentoring Program 2015 Funding Report was received for information.

 

4.

REPORT

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston 

 

THAT the report be received.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(a)

Report from the Director Planning & Building

Re: Community Resource Centres - 2017 Lease Rates and Grants

 

The Director Planning and Building submitted a report proposing 2017 lease rates and anticipated lease grants for non-profit tenants at all City-owned Community Resource Centres.

The Director Planning and Building recommended:

1. THAT Council be requested to approve the proposed 2017 lease rates for Resource Centre tenants, as presented in Section 3.0 of this report.

2. THAT information on the approved 2017 lease rates and the anticipated lease grants be distributed to Resource Centre tenants.

3.  THAT Resource Centre tenants which meet the grant eligibility criteria established by Council be invited to make an application for 2017 lease grants.

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT the recommendations of the Director Planning and Building be adopted.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

5.

FESTIVALS BURNABY GRANTS APPROVED - $15,500

 

6.

NEW APPLICATIONS FESTIVALS BURNABY

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell 

 

THAT the New Applications Festivals Burnaby be received.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

            Neighbourhood Events

 

(a)

#16-N-004 - Pandit Jasraj School of Music Foundation

 

Living Legend Pandit Jasraj Live in Concert

 

 

An application was received from the Pandit Jasraj School of Music Foundation for the Living Legend Pandit Jasraj Live in Concert event to be held on 2016 July 02 at the Michael J. Fox Theatre.  This concert is to celebrate the Silver Jubilee of Pandit Jasraj School of Music Foundation and to bring Pandit Jasraj, now in his 80's, and his foremost disciples for a live Indian vocal concert as this may be the last year he will be able to perform.

 

 

Request:

$4,000

CPA:

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

2013 - $3,000 (Small Scale Grant)

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Neighbourhood Event in the amount of $3,000 be awarded to the Pandit Jasraj School of Music Foundation for the Living Legend Pandit Jasraj Live in Concert event to be held on 2016 July 02 at the Michael J. Fox Theatre.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(b)

#16-N-005 - Bula! Fiji Association of BC

 

2016 Fiji Festival

 

 

An application was received from the Bula! Fiji Association of BC for the 2016 Fiji Festival to be held on 2016 July 23 at Swangard Stadium.  This annual free cultural event in its 15th year includes traditional Fijian ceremonies and entertainment, a kids' zone and soccer tournament, multi-ethnic cuisine and community displays.

 

 

Request:

$4,000

CPA:

2015 - $4,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2014 - $4,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2013 - $4,000 (Neighbourhood Grant)

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston 

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Neighbourhood Event in the amount of $4,000 be awarded to the Bula! Fiji Association of BC for the 2016 Fiji Festival to be held on 2016 July 23 at Swangard Stadium.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(c)

#16-N-006 - Chinese Taoism Kuan Kung Association

 

2016 Tian Jin Festival

 

 

An application was received from the Chinese Taoism Kuan Kung Association for the 2016 Tian Jin Festival to be held on 2016 May 07 - 08 at 3426 Smith Avenue in Burnaby. This free family oriented event will promote an understanding of Chinese and Taoism arts and culture through stage performances, exhibits, interactive activities and food.

 

 

Request:

$3,000

CPA:

2015 - $3,000 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2014 - $3,000 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2013 - $3,000 (Small Scale Grant)

 

 

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Neighbourhood Event in the amount of $3,000 be awarded to the Chinese Taoism Kuan Kung Association for the 2016 Tian Jin Festival to be held on 2016 May 07 – 08 at 3426 Smith Avenue in Burnaby.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(d)

#16-N-007 - Burnaby Neighbourhood House

 

Burnaby National Aboriginal Day Celebration

 

 

An application was received from the Burnaby Neighbourhood House for the Burnaby National Aboriginal Day Celebration to be held on 2016 June 21 at Byrne Creek Community School.  This event is a Canada-wide opportunity to celebrate the heritage, culture and achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people in Canada.  The free event will consist of various activities, performances, ceremonies and speakers.

 

 

Request:

$3,000

CPA:

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

2013 - No Application

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT this grant request be denied.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(e)

#16-N-008 - Burnaby Arts Council

 

45th Annual Deer Lake Craft Festival

 

 

An application was received from the Burnaby Arts Council for the 45th Annual Deer Lake Craft Festival to be held on 2016 November 18 - 20 at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts.  This free three-day festival features 50 artisan vendors and a schedule of entertainment and musical performances.  This event provides an opportunity for local and regional artisans and performers to showcase their wares and their talent.

 

 

Request:

$4,000

CPA:

2015 - $4,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2014 - $4,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2013 - $4,000 (Small Scale Grant)

 

 

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Neighbourhood Event in the amount of $4,000 be awarded to the Burnaby Arts Council for the 45th Annual Deer Lake Craft Festival to be held on 2016 November 18 – 20 at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(f)

#16-N-009 - Southside Community Church

 

Inclusion Festival

 

 

An application was received from the Southside Community Church for the Inclusion Festival to be held on 2016 June 18 at Ernie Winch Park.  This year marks the 3rd event by the group with the goal to engage the neighbourhood with a message of inclusion, multiculturalism and diversity.

 

 

Request:

$2,195

CPA:

2015 - $750 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2014 - No Application

2013 - No Application

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Neighbourhood Event in the amount of $500 be awarded to the Southside Community Church for the Inclusion Festival to be held on 2016 June 18 at Ernie Winch Park.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(g)

#16-N-010 - Burnaby North Community Association

 

Kensington Community Fair

 

 

An application was received from the Burnaby North Community Association for the Kensington Community Fair to be held on 2016 July 23 at 740 Hammarksjold Drive, Burnaby.  The fair promotes and celebrates community involvement in the neighbourhood.

 

 

Request:

$4,000

CPA:

2015 - $2,000 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2014 - $2,000 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2013 - $2,000 (Neighbourhood Grant)

 

 

 

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Neighbourhood Event in the amount of $1,000 be awarded to the Burnaby North Community Association for the Kensington Community Fair to be held on 2016 July 23 at 740 Hammarksjold Drive, Burnaby.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(h)

#16-N-011 - Korean Writers Association of Canada

 

Canada-Korea Literary Festival

 

 

An application was received from the Korean Writers Association of Canada for the Canada-Korea Literary Festival to be held on 2016 September 10 at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts.  The literary festival attempts to create an understanding between the Canadian and Korean cultures by forging a bond through poetry and multicultural performances.

 

 

Request:

$4,000

CPA:

2015 - $2,000 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2014 - $2,500 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2013 - $2,500 (Neighbourhood Grant)

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston 

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Neighbourhood Event in the amount of $1,500 be awarded to the Korean Writers Association of Canada for the Canada-Korea Literary Festival to be held on 2016 September 10 at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts.

 

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

            Small Scale Events

 

(a)

#16-S-004 - Scandinavian Community Centre

 

2016 Scandinavian Midsummer Festival

 

 

An application was received from the Scandinavian Community Centre for the 2016 Scandinavian Midsummer Festival to be held on 2016 June 18 - 19 at the Scandinavian Community Centre.  The 21st annual event celebrating Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Iceland and Danish countries will showcase cultural song, dance, entertainment, food and events for kids over the two-day festival.

 

 

 

Request:

$10,000

CPA:

2015 - $6,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2014 - $6,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2013 - $6,000 (Small Scale Grant)

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell 

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Small Scale Event in the amount of $6,000 be awarded to the Scandinavian Community Centre for the 2016 Scandinavian Midsummer Festival to be held on 2016 June 18 – 19 at the Scandinavian Community Centre.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(b)

#16-S-005 - Edmonds City Fair and Classic Car & Motorcycle Show Committee

 

Edmonds City Fair and Classic Car & Motorcycle Show

 

 

An application was received from the Edmonds City Fair and Classic Car & Motorcycle Committee for the Edmonds City Fair and Classic Car & Motorcycle Show to be held on 2016 July 17 along Edmonds Street from Canada Way to Kingsway.  The local event focuses on community building in the Edmonds Town Centre area and transformed into a street party and car show in 2011.  The fair and car show provide an opportunity for area residents to experience a day filled with entertainment, activities, interactive displays, food and fun.

 

 

Request:

$6,000

CPA:

2015 - $5,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2014 - $5,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2013 - No Application

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell 

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Small Scale Event in the amount of $5,500 be awarded to the Edmonds City Fair and Classic Car & Motorcycle Show Committee for the Edmonds City Fair and Classic Car & Motorcycle Show to be held on 2016 July 17 along Edmonds Street from Canada Way to Kingsway.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

 

 

 

 

 

(c)

#16-S-006 - Bosnian and Herzegovinian Cultural Center Vancouver Canada Society

 

2016 Bosnia Fest International - Burnaby Cultural Diversity Celebration

 

 

An application was received from the Bosnian and Herzegovinian Cultural Center Vancouver Canada Society for the 2016 Bosnia Fest International - Burnaby Cultural Diversity Celebration to be held on 2016 May 21 at 6540 Thomas Street, Burnaby.  This one day festival is envisioned to celebrate Burnaby diversity and community spirit through arts and culture, music and dance, sports and fun activities. Local performers and exhibitors are featured along with a marketplace with souvenirs, food and beverage.

 

 

Request:

$8,040

CPA:

2015 - No Application

2014 - $2,500 (Neighbourhood Grant)

2013 - $2,500 (Neighbourhood Grant)

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Small Scale Event in the amount of $2,500 be awarded to the Bosnian and Herzegovinian Cultural Center Vancouver Canada Society for the 2016 Bosnia Fest International – Burnaby Cultural Diversity Celebration to be held on 2016 May 21 at 6540 Thomas Street, Burnaby.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(d)

#16-S-007 - Heights Merchants Association BIA

 

Hats Off Day 2016

 

 

An application was received from the Heights Merchants Association for Hats Off Day 2016 to be held on 2016 June 04 on Hastings Street between Boundary and Gamma. Hats Off Day is the City's largest parade and street festival featuring music, entertainment, performers, kids activities, a vintage car show, multicultural food and much more.  Begun in 1984, the event has been voted Best Festival in Burnaby by readers of the community papers every year since 2005.

 

 

Request:

$10,000

CPA:

2015 - $8,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2014 - $8,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2013 - $8,000 (Small Scale Grant)

 

 

 

 

 

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell 

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Small Scale Event in the amount of $8,000 be awarded to the Heights Merchants Association for Hats Off Day 2016 to be held on 2016 June 04 on Hastings Street between Boundary and Gamma.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(e)

#16-S-008 - Ethiopian Community Association of BC

 

Ethiopian Summer Festival

 

 

An application was received from the Ethiopian Community Association of BC for the Ethiopian Summer Festival to be held on 2016 July 09 at Wesburn Park.  This annual event includes an Ethiopian coffee ceremony, Ethiopian cultural dance, live entertainment, a market place, cultural displays, food sampling and vendors, and a children's activity zone.

 

 

Request:

$5,000

CPA:

2015 - $2,500 (Small Scale Grant)

2014 - $3,000 (Small Scale Grant)

2013 - $3,000 (Neighbourhood Grant)

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Small Scale Event in the amount of $2,500 be awarded to the Ethiopian Community Association of BC for the Ethiopian Summer Festival to be held on 2016 July 09 at Wesburn Park.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

            Large Scale Events

 

(a)

#16-L-002 - Korean Cultural Heritage Society

 

Korean Cultural Heritage Festival

 

 

An application was received from the Korean Cultural Heritage Society for the 15th annual Korean Cultural Heritage Festival to be held on 2016 August 06 at Swangard Stadium.  This full day event includes an opening ceremony with special guest performances (both local and foreign), live entertainment, food and souvenirs, and celebrates multiculturalism in Metro Vancouver.

 

 

Request:

$25,000

CPA:

2015 - $16,000 (Large Scale Grant)

2014 - $15,000 (Large Scale Grant)

2013 - No Application

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Large Scale Event in the amount of $17,000 be awarded to the Korean Cultural Heritage Society for the 15th annual Korean Cultural Heritage Festival to be held on 2016 August 06 at Swangard Stadium.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(b)

#16-L-003 - Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre

 

2016 Nikkei Place Matsuri Family Festival

 

 

An application was received from the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre for the 2016 Nikkei Place Matsuri Family Festival to be held on 2016 September 03 - 04 at Nikkei Place, Burnaby.  The two-day family festival, one of the largest in Metro Vancouver, features Japanese entertainers, ethnic food offerings and family oriented games.

 

 

Request:

$24,190

CPA:

2015 - $10,000 (Large Scale Grant)

2014 - $18,000 (Large Scale Grant)

2013 - No Application

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT a Festivals Burnaby grant – Large Scale Event in the amount of $11,000 be awarded to the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre for the 2016 Nikkei Place Matsuri Family Festival to be held on 2016 September 03 - 04 at Nikkei Place, Burnaby.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

7.

PROGRESSIVE LIST OF GRANTS APPROVED - $34,411

 

8.

NEW APPLICATIONS

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT the New Applications be received.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

 

 

(a)

#16.14. - Scouts Canada

 

Scouting Programs

 

 

An application was received from Scouts Canada Pacific Coast Council requesting a grant to support Burnaby based scouting programs for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers and Rovers for 2016.

 

 

Request:

$6,000

CPA:

2015 - $5,000

2014 - $5,000

2013 - $5,000

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT a grant in the amount of $5,000 be awarded to Scouts Canada to support their scouting programs.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(b)

#16.15. - British Columbia Youth Parliament

 

Obsequium

 

 

An application was received from the British Columbia Youth Parliament (BCYP), a non-profit, non-partisan and non-denominational organization comprised of youth between the ages of 16 to 21, seeking support for Obsequium (an evening gala event to raise funds for Camp Phoenix) to be held at the Abdul Ladha Hall Science Student Centre at UBC on 2016 April 08. Camp Phoenix is a subsidized sleep-away camp for underprivileged, First Nations, disabled, and at-risk youth aged 8-12.

 

 

Request:

Unspecified

CPA:

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

2013 - No Application

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell 

 

THAT this grant request be denied.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(c)

#16.16. - The Maple Leaf Singers

 

Annual Spring Show

 

 

An application was received from the Maple Leaf Singers requesting a grant to assist with the cost of funding the Maple Leaf Singers Annual Spring Show “Movie Magic” to be held at the Massey Theatre, New Westminster on 2016 May 28 and 29.

 

 

Request:

$200

CPA:

2015 - $200

2014 - $200

2013 - $200

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston 

 

THAT a grant in the amount of $200 be awarded to the Maple Leaf Singers to assist with the cost of funding of their Annual Spring Show.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(d)

#16.17. - Burnaby Seniors Outreach Services Society

 

Peer Counselling

 

 

An application was received from Burnaby Seniors Outreach Services Society requesting a grant to fund the services and programs provided by the organization.  The Society provides counselling, outreach and referral services to bereaved and lonely seniors or those with health problems.

 

 

Request:

$3,000

CPA:

2015 - $3,000

2014 - $3,000

2013 - $3,000

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT a grant in the amount of $3,000 be awarded to Burnaby Seniors Outreach Services Society for a Seniors Peer Counselling Training Course in 2016.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(e)

#16.18. - Burnaby Meals on Wheels

 

Meal Delivery Service

 

 

An application was received from Burnaby Meals on Wheels requesting a grant to assist with the cost of providing home delivery service of nutritious hot and/or frozen meals to Burnaby residents who cannot prepare meals for themselves.

 

 

Request:

$9,000

CPA:

2015 - $9,000

2014 - $9,000

2013 - $9,000

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT a grant in the amount of $9,000 be awarded to Burnaby Meals on Wheels to provide home delivery service of nutritious meals to Burnaby residents in 2016.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(f)

#16.19. - Burnaby Community Services

 

Burnaby Recreation Credit Program

 

 

An application was received from Burnaby Community Services requesting a grant to assist with the fixed costs of administering the Burnaby Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Recreation Credit Program for 2016. The Recreation Credit program provides low-income residents with credits that can be used towards Burnaby Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services programs and admissions.

 

 

Request:

$17,000

CPA:

2015 - $17,000

2014 - $17,000

2013 - $17,000

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT a grant in the amount of $17,000 be awarded to Burnaby Community Services for Burnaby Recreation Credit Program for 2016.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(g)

#16.20. - Burnaby Community Services

 

Core Programs and Publications

 

 

An application was received from Burnaby Community Services requesting a grant to assist with the cost of services and programs provided by the Society for 2016.  Programs and services include: the Burnaby Camping Bureau ($6,000), various publications ($9,000), Seniors Transportation ($8,000), the Burnaby Christmas Bureau ($5,000).

 

 

Request:

$28,000

CPA:

2015 - $28,000

2014 - $28,000

2013 - $27,000

 

 

 

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT this grant request be now TABLED.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

This grant request was TABLED to provide the applicant an opportunity to appear as a delegation before the Committee on 2016 May 19 and to provide an update on the programs and publications offered by the organization.

 

(h)

#16.21. - Autism Speaks Canada

 

Celebration for the Autism Community

 

 

An application was received from Autism Speaks Canada requesting a grant in the amount of $1,500 in support of a free family festival of celebration for the Autism Community.  Funds will be used to increase participation levels and provide enhanced kids areas with more interactive programs.

 

 

Request:

$1,500

CPA:

2015 - Denied

2014 - No Application

2013 - No Application

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT this grant request be denied.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(i)

#16.22. - Burnaby Mountain Secondary School

 

Canadian Improv Games National Finals

 

 

An application was received from Burnaby Mountain Secondary School requesting a grant in support of travel expenses for six students, Burnaby residents, to compete in the Canadian Improv Games National Finals to be held in Ottawa on 2016 March 23 –26.  The team placed first in the Lower Mainland Finals on 2016 February 12.

 

 

Request:

Unspecified

CPA:

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

2013 - No Application

 

 

 

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell 

 

THAT a grant in the amount of $1,000 be awarded to Burnaby Mountain Secondary School for travel expenses for six Burnaby students to represent the Lower Mainland in the Canadian Improv Games National Finals to be held in Ottawa on 2016 March 23-26.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(j)

#16.23. - United Way of the Lower Mainland

 

Street Banner Program

 

 

An application was received from United Way of the Lower Mainland requesting a grant in support of the 2016 United Way Fall Campaign in the amount of $15,000 to cover banner installation and removal costs along Kingsway, between Boundary Road and Royal Oak Avenue.  The banners would be installed 2016 September and removed at the end of December.  (NOTE: request for $15,000 is due to unforeseen circumstance such as the need for hardware replacement)

 

 

Request:

$15,000

CPA:

2015 - $15,000 (used $3,615)

2014 - $15,000 (used $5,725)

2013 - $15,000 (used 12,826)

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT an in-kind grant up to the amount of $15,000 for labour costs be awarded to the United Way of the Lower Mainland in support of the 2016 United Way Fall Campaign to cover banner installation and removal costs along Kingsway within the Metrotown Town Centre.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(k)

#16.24. - F.I.T.T. Cardiac Association

 

Rhythm of Life Run Event

 

 

An application was received from the F.I.T.T. Cardiac Association requesting an in-kind grant for a park fee waiver in support of the Rhythm of Life Run Event to be held on 2016 September 11 at Burnaby Lake.  Funds raised from the event go towards Burnaby Hospital Foundation and the Healthy Heart program in Burnaby.

 

 

Request:

Park Fee Waiver

CPA:

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

2013 - No Application

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT this grant request be denied.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

(l)

#16.25. - Saaz Institute of Indian Music

 

Pandit Harvinder Sharma Concert

 

 

An application was received from Saaz Institute of Indian Music requesting a grant in support of their signature event to showcase internationally renowned sitar maestro Pandit Harvinder Sharma in concert with Shri Sunny Matharu to be held on 2016 May 15 at Burnaby Hall.  This event is a celebration of the Asian Heritage Month and an opportunity for attendees to experience exceptional presentation of Indian classical sitar music. 

 

 

Request:

Unspecified

CPA:

2015 - No Application

2014 - No Application

2013 - No Application

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston 

 

THAT this grant request be denied.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

9.

NEW BUSINESS

           

Councillor McDonell – Terms of Reference

 

Councillor McDonell noted that ‘labour relations’ should be added to the Terms of Reference, and requested that the Terms of Reference for the Executive Committee of Council be circulated between the Committee members as well as Mayor for their review.

 

10.

INQUIRIES

 

There were no inquiries brought before the Committee at this time.

 

11.

CLOSED

 

Public excluded according to Sections 90(1)(b)(g)(j)(k) & 92 of the Community Charter.

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT this Open meeting do now recess.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

The Open meeting recessed at 6:49 p.m.

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR johnston

Seconded by COUNCILLOR mcdonell

 

THAT this Open meeting do now reconvene.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

The Open meeting reconvened at 6:59 p.m.

 

12.

ADJOURNMENT

 

MOVED BY COUNCILLOR mcdonell

Seconded by COUNCILLOR johnston

 

THAT this Open Committee meeting do now adjourn.

 

                                                                                             CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

 

The Open meeting adjourned at 6:59 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Blanka Zeinabova

Councillor Sav Dhaliwal

Administrative Officer

Chair