COUNCIL CORRESPONDENCE as of October 27, 2014

CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED 1. Letter from the Regional District of October 15, 2014 dated October 10, regarding Re-affirmation or Pages 1 - 3 Support for Metro ’s Proposed Recyclable Material Regulatory Bylaw

2. Letter from Ken Mahon dated October 17, October 17, 2014 regarding Oracle Downzone Page 4

3. Email from Truck Logger’s Association dated October 17, 2014 October 17, regarding Key Messages from the Page 5 Mayoral Forestry Dinner at UBCM

4. Letter from UBCM dated October 14, regarding October 17, 2014 Gas Tax Agreement Community Works Fund Page 6

5. Letter from Sue Jackal dated October 19, October 19, 2014 regarding Application to UBCM for Age- Pages 7 - 9 Friendly Planning Grant and Letters of Support

6. Letter from Oliver Sterczyk dated October 20, October 20, 2014 regarding Animation on the Sunshine Coast Pages 10 - 12

7. Letter from Corporation of Delta dated October October 21, 2014 10, regarding proposed agreement with BC Pages 13 - 17 Emergency Health Services

8. Letter from SCRD dated October 10, regarding October 21, 2014 Invitation to Participate on the Invasive Pages 18 - 20 Species Advisory Committee

9. Letter and Report from the David Suzuki October 21, 2014 Foundation dated October 16, regarding Pages 21 - 29 Protecting Your Community’s Coastal Assets

10. Letter from Township of dated October 23, 2014 October 23, regarding Notice of Resolution in Pages 30 - 31 reference to Concerns regarding Smart Meters

11. Letter from Province dated October 23, October 23, 2014 regarding Update to Provincial Commitments Pages 32 - 33 made at UBCM

12. Copy of Letter from the Honorable John October 15, 2014 Weston dated October 15, regarding Minister Pages 34 - 35 support for Sunshine Coast Regional Airport

From: Iris Hesketh-Boles [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: October-15-14 9:28 AM Subject: AVICC Member to Member - RDN Re-affirming Support for Metro Vancouver Bylaw 280

Please forward to your elected officials and the CAO.

Dear AVICC Members:

The Chair of the Nanaimo Regional District would like you to have a copy of his recent letter to the Honorable Mary Polak Re-affirming Support for Metro Vancouver's Bylaw 280. As noted in the letter, the recent resolution endorsed by the Nanaimo Regional District Board included reference to encouraging AVICC members to send similar indications of support for the Bylaw to the Province.

----- Iris Hesketh-Boles Executive Coordinator Association of & Coastal Communities (AVICC) 525 Government St, Victoria, BC V8V 0A8 Tel: 250-356-5122 Fax: 250-356-5119 EM: [email protected] avicc.ca

1 2 3 From: Kenneth Mahon [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: October-17-14 2:36 PM To: Mayor John Henderson Subject: Oracle Downzone

Hi John: Angela tells me that the above downzone will come to Council Oct.29. While it seems to be pretty straightforward, I am hoping you can tell me if there is anything I should be concerned about. We had the information meeting and 2 people showed up from the townhouse strata. They were concerned about their back fences. We said we would reorganize their back fences if necessary at no cost to them and that seemed to satisfy them. Since we are replacing 43 townhouses with 15 single family lots and a duplex we think everyone should be happy. Thanks John

Kenneth W. Mahon, CPA FCA | Chairman

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4 From: Brenda Martin [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: October-17-14 3:44 PM To: Mayor John Henderson Subject: Key Messages from the TLA’s Mayoral Forestry Dinner at UBCM

Hello John,

We had 35 coastal mayors and municipal staff at the TLA’s Mayoral Forestry Dinner at UBCM last month and a great night was had by all. We thank everyone who took the time out of their busy UBCM schedule to attend.

Now we’d like to take the opportunity to remind you about the TLA’s key messages for BC’s coastal communities:

First, Know Where We Are The TLA has 435 members. How many TLA member companies operate in your community? Lots! Find out exactly how many here.

Second, Know Who We Are TLA members operate small to medium sized businesses in your communities. All TLA members are local business people who want to see their coastal communities flourish.

Third, Know How You Can Support Us 1. Remember that forestry isn’t an external force. The forest industry is within your community, creating jobs and supporting the local economy. Talk to us when you have a forestry question. 2. Remember that forests are a renewable resource. We’re not harvesting to make room for a new subdivision or strip mall. New trees will be planted and the industry is legally required to grow a healthy new forest to replace the harvested one. The Sunshine Coast can grow a forest is 60 years! We’ve been harvesting trees on this coast for two centuries and we will continue to—long into the future. 3. We handed out an Op Ed about successful harvesting that took place this past spring on Maurelle Island, part of the Discovery Islands, at UBCM. You can now read the whole story published in the fall issue of Truck LoggerBC: “Three Different Islands, Three Different Tales: Trying to Log on BC’s South Coast.”

If you have a forestry issue in your community that you’d like feedback on, please get it touch. If we can’t answer your question, we’ll find someone who can.

Best regards, Brenda

Brenda Martin Director of Communications The Truck Loggers Association T: 604.684.4291 ext. 2 C: 604.339.7554 E: [email protected]

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To: Mayor and Council, District of

From: Sue Jackel, #404, 5631 Inlet Ave., Sechelt

Date: October 19, 2014

Subject: Application to UBCM for Age-Friendly Planning Grant—Letter of Support

Dear Mayor and Council,

UBCM administers an annual grant to communities for up to $20,000 to create age-friendly planning and projects. The funding comes from the provincial ministry of health, which has responsibility for seniors. Applicants must be municipal bodies, not community organizations, and must agree to administer the funding for the planning exercise or project. Information on the grant can be found at the UBCM website, and the Ministry of Health Seniors website. This year’s granting program was announced on September 23 and the deadline is October 31.

Sechelt has applied and been awarded in the past, for a seniors survey, guidelines for accessible buildings, and a directory of resources on the Sunshine Coast for seniors. We have also been recognized by this ongoing program as an age-friendly community: see the plaque in the hallway outside the council meeting room.

On behalf of an ad hoc community planning group, I wish to request a letter of support for an application for $20,000 to go towards a contract position for a seniors planning coordinator for the entire Coast. This position would be advertised and administered by the Community Resource Center, in collaboration with the Sunshine Coast Community Services Society, and will cover approximately 8 months wages of a part-time position. Funding to continue the position will come from other grants and funding sources.

Time is of the essence, as the deadline is imminent. I will be working with Amy Lang in Development Services to complete the application and the Director of Development Services will need a couple of days to review and sign off. I hope this request for a letter of support can be attended to at this week’s Council meeting, or by circulation of this email to all Council members.

Thank you for consideration of this request.

Sue Jackel

Sechelt resident

604-885-2348

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October 20, 2014

Mayor and Council, District of Sechelt

Subject: Application to UBCM for Age-Friendly Planning Grant

Dear Mayor and Council: Planning Grant. This letter is in support of Sue Jackel’s letter for an application to UBCM for an Age-Friendly three year process The Community Resource Centre received funding from the Status of Women to do a be a Community Plan, looking at women’s economic well-being on the Coast. The outcome of this process will known as “The Progress Plan”. for their Senior One of the strongest of the four identified needs by women was around care, in particular is the second highest Parents/Family and for themselves as seniors. What we know is that the Sunshine Coast the Grey after Parksville, BC, for percentage of Seniors 55 years of age and over. For our communities, Vital Signs report). There Tsunami hit a few years ago and will only continue to grow (according to the recent has not been and continues to not be y planning for it. together members of the Through the Progress Plan, using a community development approach, we brought for profit, not for profit, community to begin some planning around this issue. We had an overcapacity of strong message that we needed a government agencies and seniors at the meeting. Out of that day was a very CRC brought together a smaller coordinated planning approach to supporting seniors in their needs. Next the that this planning table would group with the same makeup, to develop Values, Mission, Vision and priorities begin to address and re-shape as their own. of a Sunshine Coast Seniors Planning We did this work as a starting point and foundation to ensure the success ground and mobilized. We fully Table. What the community needs now is a paid Coordinator to get this off the purpose. support applying to the UBCM for an Age-Friendly Planning grant for this

Thank you for your consideration.

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October 22, 2014

District of Sechelt P0 Box 129 Sechelt, BC VON 3A0

Re: Application for Funding for Seniors Planning Table

Dear Mayor and Council,

Sunshine Coast Community Services supports the District of Sechelt’s Application for funding to retain a coordinator for the Seniors Planning Table.

This initiative is very important to our community as it will provide a forum to assess seniors’ needs, identify barriers and gaps, and find solutions to meet these challenges. Ultimately, the Seniors Planning Table will be instrumental in improving local services for seniors such as housing, transportation and home support.

Sincerely,

SUNSHINE COAST COM UNITY SERVICES SOCIETY

s?eM Tracy Wisejian Interim Executive Direct 604-885-5881, ext 222 [email protected]

9 From: Oliver Sterczyk [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: October-20-14 10:35 AM To: Mayor John Henderson Subject: Animation Studio on the Sunshine Coast

Dear Mayor Henderson,

For the past 14 years, I have worked in the Lower Mainland as an Instructional Designer and Technical Writer in the IT industry. I also have a teaching background in BC's public schools. This year, my wife and I moved to Langdale. She is an animator and graphic designer. Currently, we commute to Vancouver for work. We know three or four other animators who also live on the Sunshine Coast and continue to commute on a daily basis. We began to discuss how we may contribute our expertise to an animation studio operating on the Sunshine Coast.

We would be interested in your comments, feedback and suggestions on the attached needs analysis towards the creation of an ultimately successful business plan for the operation of an animation studio on the Sunshine Coast by a group of experienced animators living locally.

Sincerely,

Mr. Oliver Sterczyk e: [email protected] h: (604) 840-9100

10 Squid Unit Animation Studio: Defining the Business Need

Introduction Defining the business need:

• Involves understanding the organization’s strategic plans, goals and objectives • Is a key step in the creation of a business case

The business need for Squid Unit Animation Studio is defined in the form of a problem analysis. Understanding the business problem brings to light new business needs and/or new business opportunities.

Problem Analysis Analysing the underlying source of a business problem that an animation studio operating on the Sunshine Coast can solve involves:

• Defining the problem • Gathering as much information as possible about the problem • Identifying elements that contribute to the problem • Determining root causes • Developing solution recommendations • Implementing solution recommendations • Observing the solution to ensure effectiveness

Focussing on defining the business need, implementation and observation of the solution are discussed separately.

The problem analysis is based on the collective experience of five experienced professionals working in a range of roles within the animation industries in , Ireland and Singapore over a period of the past twenty years. The following problems are observed in five of approximately six medium to large animation studios currently producing 2D animation in the Lower Mainland:

• Business Development—No original content is created. All work is service work for the US. Work is based on tight budgets with no margin for error. Inevitable needs for some flexibility in schedules leads to crisis management as a constant, and yet unsustainable, mode of operation. • Human Resource Management—Without long-term interest or investment in employee skill development, artists have no vested interest in the success of the company. Stagnation of talent and shortage of skills are common, fueling a cycle of elevated staff turnover. • Tools—Software implementations integral to the animation workflow are either out of date or improperly tested, leading to project delays and lower productivity.

The root cause of identified problems is the use of an outdated business model that does not respond to a growing demand and competitiveness over the past 10 years for the production of high-quality animation in .

As a recommended solution, Figure 1 on page 2 identifies categories and factors that contribute to the operation of a well-managed animation studio. Squid Unit is proposed as a medium-sized studio producing primarily 2D animation with potential to expand into 3D animation operated by six experienced professionals in the animation and IT industries with complementary and complete skill sets, who reside on the Sunshine Coast.

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Formal interviewing process for hiring

Emphasize creativity Project Roles filled based on Management skills, experience and interest Foster career tracks, opportunities for growth, promotion Allow for reasonable and advancement Offer full-time employment margin of error in with benefits schedules and budgets

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Provide professional Take on projects having budget IT support commensurate with scope Plan and test IT systems Create original content Plan, manage and archive animation assets for scalability and reuse

Figure 1 Animation Studio Operation Cause and Effect Diagram

12 From: Sandra MacFarlane [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: October-21-14 4:26 PM To: Sandra MacFarlane Subject: Proposed Agreement between The Corporation of Delta and the BCEmergency Health Services

Good afternoon,

Please find attached a letter from Mayor LoisE.Jackson to AllBritish Columbia Mayors regarding the above noted topic.

Regards,

Sandra MacFarlane Deputy Municipal Clerk The Corporation of Delta LI 2Ik 604-952-3175 DlSTRLc&ECHELT

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I /1 •E From: Noreen O’Leary [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: October-23-14 3:01 PM Subject: Smart Meters

Please see the attached resolution passed by Township of Spallumcheen Council regarding concerns surrounding Smart Meters.

Thank you,

Noreen O’Leary, Office Clerk Township of Spallumcheen

4144 Spallumcheen Way Spallumcheen, BC V0E 1B6 Phone: 250-546-3013 Fax: 250-546-8878

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30 31 From: Minister, CSCD CSCD:EX [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: October-23-14 3:04 PM To: Information Request Subject: Update to provincial commitments made at Convention

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His Worship Mayor John Henderson and Members of Council District of Sechelt Box 129 Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0

Dear Mayor Henderson and Councillors:

I am writing to extend my appreciation to all local governments who participated in the 2014 UBCM Convention in Whistler, BC, and to provide you with an update on some of the significant initiatives to which the Province of British Columbia committed during the convention.

First and foremost, I was pleased to announce that based upon what we heard from communities around the province, the Province intended to expedite the launch of the Small Communities Fund as part of the New Building Canada Plan. Under this fund, more than $327 million cost-shared between the federal, provincial and local governments will be invested in supporting critical infrastructure of communities with populations under 100,000 over the next 10 years.

I committed that the fund would be launched and open for applications by the end of October. I am pleased to inform you that on October 16, 2014, the program guide was launched on the Province’s website (www.gov.bc.ca/SmallCommunitiesFund) and that as of October 22, 2014, the formal applications are now available for eligible applicants. Applicants will have until February 18, 2015, to submit their applications. This will represent the first of at least two intakes we are envisioning under this program. As I highlighted in my speech at the convention, my Ministry is asking local governments to place a high priority on addressing critical infrastructure issues in areas such as drinking water, wastewater and solid waste management – particularly those projects associated with achieving provincial or federal regulations or standards.

I also confirmed that the Province would establish a new asset management planning grant fund that would be available to support local governments. Administered by UBCM, this fund is targeted at the development and enhancement of asset management practices that support cost-effective planning for their public infrastructure, including water systems and local roads, to be ready to make the most of economic opportunities that lie ahead for British Columbia. Leading-edge asset management will help local governments move toward more sustainable service delivery models, ensuring that local taxpayers get value for their infrastructure investments. It also represents a fundamental element of the assessment criteria that will be applied in review of projects under both the New Building Canada Fund and the Gas Tax Agreement. I will have more to say in the near future on how local governments can access these new supports.

I also announced that the Province would seek approval of the Legislative Assembly to appoint a Special Committee this fall to make recommendations to inform the establishment of expense limits for the 2018 local government elections. On October 9, 2014, a motion was introduced in the House to establish this Committee. The Committee will make recommendations for principles regarding the relationship between expense limits for candidate and elector organizations, and for third party advertising, by November 27, 2014.

In addition, the Committee will make recommendations on the actual expense limit amounts by June 12, 2015. In carrying out its work, the Committee will be guided by the Province’s decision to adopt an expense limits model with a flat amount for jurisdictions with fewer than 10,000 people and a per capita formula for those with more than 10,000. The Committee will no doubt wish to consult with key stakeholders, including with UBCM. I want to acknowledge UBCM’s valuable contributions to date, beginning with the Local Government Elections Task Force in 2009/2010.

I also know that the UBCM convention provided members with the opportunity to engage in robust debate about a number of issues associated with public sector compensation levels as well as the need to seek ongoing improvement to the local government finance system. Recent reports such as Ernst and Young’s report on public sector compensation stemming from the Province’s Core Review process and Taxpayer Accountability Principles and UBCM’s own Strong Fiscal Futures underscore the importance of engaging on these issues in a collaborative and constructive way. These issues and the ensuing discussions remind us that we all serve one taxpayer and that we have a shared duty to ensure that we deliver effective, responsive services to citizens.

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I believe that these issues can best be managed through a collaborative approach. Going forward, I have asked UBCM to work with me to schedule a series of meetings with UBCM Executive to discuss these issues. In addition, while my duties as Minister and MLA require that I be present in Victoria during the sitting of the Legislature (which sits through to November 27th under the current legislative calendar, and will sit again in the spring), I would also welcome the opportunity to participate in area association proceedings over the coming year.

Through more structure and regular dialogue, I believe our organizations can make significant progress on addressing some of the opportunities raised during the UBCM convention, and also establish a more collaborative and practical working relationship moving into the future.

Once again, I thank all of you who participated in the Convention. Please note that I will be following up shortly with the delegations I met with directly on their specific items of interest. I thank you all for your ongoing dedication to your communities, and look forward to working with you both collectively and individually in the future.

Sincerely,

Coralee Oakes Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development pc: Ms. Rebecca F. Denlinger, Deputy Ministe

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