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Executive Committee of Council
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MINUTES
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An ‘Open’ meeting of the Executive
Committee of Council was held in Council Chambers, Main Floor, City Hall,
4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC on Thursday, 2015 March 19 at 5:00 p.m.
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CALL TO ORDER
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PRESENT:
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Councillor S. Dhaliwal, Chair
Councillor P. McDonell, Vice Chair
Councillor D. Johnston, Member
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STAFF:
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Ms. G. Parent, Arts Services Manager
Mr. B. Klimek, Deputy Director
Finance
Mr. D. Layng, Chief Licence
Inspector
Insp. S. Wade, Burnaby Detachment,
RCMP
Ms. L. Axford, Administrative
Officer
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The Chair called the Open meeting
to order at 5:01 p.m.
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(a)
Minutes
of the Executive Committee of Council Open meeting held on 2015 February 19
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
THAT the minutes of the Executive
Committee of Council Open meeting held on 2015 February 19 be now adopted.
CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P.
MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D.
JOHNSTON:
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THAT the delegations be heard.
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CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
Chris Schafer, UBER Public
Policy Manager, Canada appeared as a delegation providing an overview on UBER
as a ride-sharing service and referenced operation in Toronto, Ottawa, Edmonton
and various cities throughout the United States and Europe. The speaker advised
that a customer would sign up with an email address, download a free app to
their smart phone to book a ride and pay via their phone. All drivers use their
own vehicles with real-time GPS tracking technology to locate and pick up customers.
Mr. Schafer highlighted the
following main points:
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drivers
must be 21 years old, have a current license issued in BC and personal auto
insurance
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drivers
are able to earn extra money through ride-sharing
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vehicles
are mid or full size with 4 doors in excellent condition
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complements
the service provided by public transport
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vehicles
are given a 26 point safety inspection
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the
service improves the customer experience and behaviors
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cash
does not change hands
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high
percent of women drivers
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drivers
are ranked and receive written feedback in real-time
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30-45
percent less cost than the traditional taxi
Mr. Schafer provided
additional details regarding UberBlack, a limousine service with an app that
alerts you where to stand for your pick up and provides a picture so the
drivers know who you are. The speaker noted that airport pick up service is
available and that different options are in place to ensure airport annual
service fees are being paid.
The Chair inquired why the Germany
Court had banned UBER. The speaker advised that UBER operates in over 300
cities worldwide and was not aware of the number of cities that were currently banning
UBER.
The Chair advised that UBER
must follow the bylaws and legislation as stipulated for City of Burnaby and
emphasized the following three key factors that must be in place to operate:
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PTB
(Passenger Transportation Board) Licence
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Burnaby
Business Licence
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Chauffer’s
Permit (issued by the RCMP)
The Chair thanked Mr.
Schafer for appearing as a delegation at the request of the Committee and
advised his presentation was strictly to gather information and clarified that
a licence was not being considered.
Emon Bari, General Manager,
Bonny’s Taxi and Mohan Kang, President of BC Taxi Association appeared as a
delegation expressing concerns regarding the UBER ride-sharing service noting
that a previous attempt to launch UBER was done in 2012.
Mr. Bari advised that the
UBER Business Model disregards existing legislated requirements for the
Province as they will not:
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obtain
a commercial licence
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complete
the RCMP checks
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obtain appropriate
liability insurance (10M)
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meet
vehicle inspection level as required of taxi service
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undergo
the Taxi Host Program (currently required by the City)
Mr. Kang, President BC Taxi
Association, echoed Mr. Bari’s concerns regarding the disregard for regulations
and rules that govern public safety. The speaker noted that UBER wishes to
‘cherry pick’ only customers with a credit card which would ultimately
disenfranchise seniors or young persons who want to pay by cash.
In closing, Mr. Kang
emphasized that the taxi industry in BC is closely regulated through the
Passenger Transportation Act and if the UBER Business Model was approved it
would create chaos and public safety would be compromised.
Arising from discussion,
the Committee introduced the following motion:
MOVED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
THAT correspondence received regarding
this matter be forwarded to staff for their information.
CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT the correspondence be received.
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CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
Arising from consideration
of the correspondence, the Committee also received a letter from Mr. Kevin
Harding regarding a cooperative solution to taxi and UBER service in Burnaby.
A letter of appreciation
was received from Scouts Canada, Pacific Coast Council thanking Burnaby City
Council for awarding a grant in support of Scouting programs for Beaver Scouts,
Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts and Rover Scouts in the amount of $5,000
for 2015.
Correspondence was
received from Steve McConnell encouraging the Committee to look favourably on
the UBER presentation. The writer noted his experience with the service in LA
and that the ride-sharing program is vastly superior to existing taxi
companies.
Correspondence was received
from Harry Randhawa advising that the Justice Institute (JIBC) Taxi Host
Program works in conjunction with the Passenger Transportation Board, Taxi
Industry, City of Burnaby and other Lower Mainland jurisdictions, community
groups, Tourism BC and the Burnaby RCMP to ensure drivers and taxi companies
are compliant with the requirements established as per the current bylaw. Mr.
Randhawa recommended that the City consider expanding the bylaw to include any
and all chauffeured, limousine or ride share drivers to go through this
training.
A memorandum was received
from the Deputy City Clerk advising that Burnaby City Council at the Open
meeting held on 2015 March 09 received correspondence from Dave MacKinnon
regarding the provision of municipal broadband.
Arising from discussion,
Council adopted the following motion:
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THAT
this item of correspondence be REFFERED to staff for a report to the Executive
Committee.
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Correspondence
received from Kevin Harding
Re:
UBER, Taxis and Burnaby – a Cooperative Solution
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Correspondence was received
from Kevin Harding providing information regarding a taxis cooperative solution
as a better form of business. Mr. Harding noted that a taxi cooperative in
Burnaby could empower drivers and connect business to the community. The writer
referenced an article on the differences between UBER and taxi companies at ttp://inci.pe/taxicoop-burnaby.
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT the report be
received.
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CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
A report was received from
the Director Planning and Building proposing 2015 grants for tenants at the
soon-to-be opened Pioneer Community Resource Centre, and presenting proposed
lease rates and anticipated lease grants for 2016 for non-profit tenants at all
City-owned Community Resource Centres.
The Director Planning and Building recommended:
1. THAT Council
approve the proposed 2015 lease grants for the remainder of 2015 for Pioneer
Resource Centre tenants, as outlined in Section 2.0 of this report.
2. THAT Council
approve the proposed 2016 lease rates for Resource Centre tenants, as presented
in Section 4.0 of this report.
3. THAT
information on the approved 2016 lease rates and the anticipated lease grants
be distributed to Resource Centre tenants.
4. THAT Resource
Centre tenants which meet the grant eligibility criteria established by Council
be invited to make an application for 2016 lease grants
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT the recommendation of from the
Director Planning and Building be adopted.
CARRIED
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT the New Applications
- Festivals Burnaby grants be received.
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CARRIED
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(a)
#15-S-006 - Bula! Fiji
Association of British Columbia
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2015 Fiji Festival
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An application was received from the
Fiji Association of British Columbia for the 2015 Fiji Festival on 2015 July
18 at Swangard Stadium. The annual festival includes traditional Fijian
ceremonies and entertainment, multi-ethnic cuisine and celebrates Fijian
culture, heritage and lifestyle.
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Request:
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$7,500
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CPA:
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2014 - $4,000 Small Scale Grant
2013 - $4,000 Neighbourhood Grant
2012 - $4,000 Small Scale Grant
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT a Festival grant in the amount
of $4,000 be awarded to Bula! Fiji Association of British Columbia.
CARRIED
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Large Scale Events
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(a)
#15-L-002 Nikkei National
Museum & Cultural Centre
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Nikkei Place Matsuri
Family Festival
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An application was received from the
Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre for the Nikkei Place Matsuri
Family Festival on 2015 September 5 & 6 to be held at their facility at
6688 Southoaks Crescent in Burnaby. A traditional matsuri or festival
combines artistic performance, festive foods and symbolic events. Now in its
third year, the Nikkei Place Family Matsuri will blend traditional Japanese
arts (taiko drumming, odori dancing, tea ceremony, materials arts) with
pop-culture highlights (anime screenings, food trucks).
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Request:
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$24,911
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CPA:
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2014 - $18,000 Large Scale Grant
2013 - $4,000 Small Scale Grant
2012 - $5,000 Small Scale Grant
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT
a Festival grant in the amount of $10,000 be awarded to Nikkei National
Museum & Cultural Centre.
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT the New Applications – General
Grants be received.
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CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
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#15/19 - Volunteer
Burnaby
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12th Annual Festival
of Volunteers
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An application was received from
Volunteer Burnaby requesting an in-kind grant to assist with the cost of
printing posters and handbills for the annual Festival of Volunteers, to be
held on Saturday, 2015 April 18 at Brentwood Town Centre.
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Request:
$1,000 in-kind printing
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CPA:
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2014 - $1,000
in-kind printing
2013 - $1,000
in-kind printing
2012 - $1,000
in-kind printing
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P.
MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D.
JOHNSTON:
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THAT an in-kind grant in
the amount of $1,000 in support of printing costs be awarded to Volunteer
Burnaby 12th Annual Festival of Volunteers.
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CARRIED
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(b) #15/20 - BC
School for the Deaf
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Alumni Association
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An application was received from the
BC School for the Deaf requesting a grant to assist with the cost of hosting
the 15th Reunion Open House to be held at South Slope Elementary School /
Burnaby South Secondary (BCSD) in Burnaby from June 30 – July 4. The Open
House will have approximately 400 in attendance to celebrate this event.
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Request:
Unspecified
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CPA:
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2014 - No Application
2013 - No Application
2012 - No Application
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR D.
JOHNSTON:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR P.
MCDONELL:
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THAT this grant request be
denied.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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(c) #15/21 - Burnaby
Neighbourhood House
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Neighbourhood House Week
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An application was received from
Burnaby Neighbourhood House requesting a grant in support of Neighbourhood
House Week from May 4 – 10. This celebration will include 13 other
Neighbourhood Houses throughout the Lower Mainland promoting community
engagement and providing a welcoming place for community members.
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Request:
$1,500 In-Kind Printing
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CPA:
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2014 - $5,000 Daycare start up
2013
- TABLED
(Gilpin Daycare Site)
2012 – No Application
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT this grant request be denied.
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CARRIED
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(d) #15/22 - Nikkei
Place Foundation
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2015 Golf Tournament
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An application was received from the
Nikkei Place Foundation requesting a green fee waiver in support of seniors
living at the Nikkei Home in Burnaby and their fight against dementia. This
10th Annual Golf Tournament will be held for the third time at the Riverway
Golf Course on Friday 2015 May 29.
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Request:
Green
Fee Waiver
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CPA:
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2014 - No Application
2013 - No Application
2012 - No Application
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT this grant request be denied.
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CARRIED
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(e) #15/23 - BC
Sports Hall of Fame
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Sponsorship for Christine
Sinclair
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An application was received from the
BC Sports Hall of Fame requesting a grant for sponsorship of Christine
Sinclair’s induction into the BC Sports Hall of Fame as a member of the 2012
Olympic Women’s Soccer Team. The Banquet of Champions will be held at the
Vancouver Convention Centre on 2015 May 28.
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Request: $6,000
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CPA:
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2014 - No Application
2013 - No Application
2012 - No Application
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR D.
JOHNSTON:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR
P. MCDONELL:
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THAT this grant request be
denied.
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CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
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(f) #15/24 - Heights
Garden Society
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Maintenance
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An application was received from
Heights Garden Society requesting a grant in support of maintenance costs for
utilities, fencing, composting and the installation of an irrigation system
to assist with the beautification and community stewardship of the neighbourhood
garden.
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Request:
Unspecified
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CPA:
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2014 - No Application
2013 - No Application
2012 - No Application
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR D.
JOHNSTON:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR
P. MCDONELL:
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THAT this grant request be
denied.
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CARRIED
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Report from the City
Clerk
Re: Coquitlam Search and Rescue
Society
Mobile Command Centre
Replacement Project
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Executive Committee of
Council Open Meeting
held
on 2015 February 19
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The City Clerk
submitted a report providing information on Coquitlam Search and Rescue
Society, and seeking approval for financial support to replace the Mobile
Command Centre.
The
City Clerk recommended:
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THAT the Executive Committee of Council recommend Council approve a grant
to Coquitlam Search and Rescue Society for replacement of the Mobile
Command Centre.
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR JOHNSTON:
Seconded by COUNCILLOR McDONELL:
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THAT the recommendation of the
City Clerk be adopted.
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR JOHNSTON:
Seconded by COUNCILLOR MCDONELL:
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THAT
this report be now TABLED.
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CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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The report was tabled in order for
the Committee to receive information on other municipalities’ contribution.
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT this report be now LIFTED from
the table.
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Arising from discussion,
Councillor P. McDonell was granted leave by the Committee to introduce the
following motion:
MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
1. THAT Council approve a conditional grant in
the amount of $10,000 to the Coquitlam Search and Rescue Society for purchase
of a replacement for the Mobile Command Centre.
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12.
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INQUIRIES
No inquiries were brought before the
Committee at this time.
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Meeting moved into a
‘Closed’ meeting from which the public was excluded.
MOVED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
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THAT this meeting do now recess.
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The Open Committee meeting
recessed at 6:40 p.m.
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT the 'Open' meeting
do now reconvene.
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The Open Committee
meeting reconvened at 6:50 p.m.
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MOVED BY COUNCILLOR P. MCDONELL:
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR D. JOHNSTON:
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THAT the Executive Committee
of Council Open meeting do now adjourn.
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CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The
Open meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
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__________________________
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L. AXFORD
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COUNCILLOR S. DHALIWAL
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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
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CHAIR
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