REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MONDAY,SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 at 6:30 p.m. in the City of Campbell River Council Chambers (Main Level), 301 St. Ann's Road, Campbell River, BC. The agenda presents the recommendations extracted from the reports that comprise the agenda background package. To request a copy of a specific report, please contact the appropriate department.
OPEN PORTION OF THE MEETING AT 7.:30 P. M. FOLLOWING THE IN-CAMERA BUSINESS. IN-CAMERA BUSINESS: "THAT Council move In-Camera under the authority of Section 90 (1) (c), (e), (j), (k), of the Community Charter. " 1. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONS: (a) RodVisser,Patrick Marshall and members of the Campbell River HostCity Committee for the Fly Fishing Canada, 3rd National Championships and Conservation Symposium requesting financial contributions for theevent.[See Item 4. (d)]
(b) Ann Heppner, property owner regarding Development Variance Permit for 160 - 5th Avenue. [See Item 3(b)and her September 1, 2005 correspondence - page 44]
(c) Quinsam Heights Citizens Group regarding Spruce Street-Treelane Road connector. 4
(d) Rich Stephens, Highland Engineering, to answer any questions on behalf of Jorden Cook Associates regarding Discovery Bay (Merrill & Ring) Official Community Plan Amendment. [See Item 3(c)] 2. STAFF REPORTS:
A. City Manager: (a) City Manager's Executive Assistant's August 11, 2005 Report regarding Visual 5 Identity & Logo Use Policy.
"THAT Council adopt the Visual Identity & Logo Use Policy;
AND THAT Council receive the City of Campbell River Administrative Policy revised Section 13.8 Logo/Coat of Arms for information;
AND FINALLY THAT Council amend City of Campbell River Council Policy, Section 1.5.2 Logo;
as attached to the City Manager's Executive Assistant's August 11, 2005 Report. " B. Corporate Services Division: (a) Finance Manager's September 6, 2005 Report regarding Parcel Tax Review Panel. 14
"THAT Council establish November 22, 2005 -10:00 a. m. as the date and time for Regular Council Meeting - Monday, September 12, 2005 Page 2 the first sitting of the Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel for Local Improvement purposes; AND THAT Council establish February 21, 2006 - 10:00 a.m. as the date and time for the first sitting of the Parcel Tax Roll review panel for water and sewer and storm water Parcel Tax purposes. "
(b) Bylaw Enforcement/Property Services Manager's September 8 2005 Report 15 regarding Standards for Home Inspectors.
"THAT Council advise the Provincial Government that, in order to protect homeowners, the City wishes to see prescribed levels of training, education and licencing of home inspectors. "
C.Community Services Division: (a) Community Services Director's August 24, 2005 Report regarding Non-Resident Fee 19 for Electoral Areas D & H.
"THAT the non-resident fee for Electoral Areas D & H be waived for 2005 based on the August 22, 2005 correspondence from Ms. Debra Oakman, Manager, Financial Services regarding grant-in-aid to support recreation services in the Campbell River Area. "
(b) Parks and Recreation Manager's September 7, 2005 Report regarding Grant-in-Aid 23 Request for the Campbell River Branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association.
"THAT Council approve the grant-in-aid request from the Campbell River Branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association for up to $311 (50% of the total rental charges) to rent the Sportsplex for their annual Chinese Auction. " D. Municipal Services Division: (a) Airport Manager's August 19, 2005 Report regarding Airport Activity. 25
"THAT the Airport Manager's August 19, 2005 Report regarding the 2005 2nd quarter Airport Revenue be received. " 3. BYLAWS ANDPERMITS: (a) Council Expenses Bylaw No. 3184, 2005. 27
"THAT Council Expenses Bylaw No. 3184, 2005 be adopted. "
(b) Planner Buck's September 8, 2005 Report regarding Development Variance Permit - 32 160 5th Ave.
"THAT Council approve development variance permit DVP-05-10 for 160 5th Avenue: To vary Section 29.5 of Zoning Bylaw 2700, 1998 to reduce the minimum required rear yard from 7 metres to 4.5 metres for the existing dwelling on proposed Lot A, and to reduce the minimum required rear yard from 7 metres to 2.4 metres for proposed Lot B; and to vary Section 8.1 of Subdivision Bylaw 1340, 1983 to permit a minimum building envelope 12 metres wide and 9 metres deep. " Regular Council Meeting - Monday, September 12, 2005 Page 3 3. BYLAWS AND PERMITS: (c) Planner Fitch's September 7, 2005 Report regarding Discovery Bay (Merrill & 52 Ring) - OCP Amendment.
"THAT Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3180, 2005 (Discovery Bay) to amend the OCP designation of the subject lands from Heavy and Water Based Industrial and Greenways, to Country Residential and Greenways and to amend the text of Appendix L: Discovery Bay Conceptual Development Plan, receive 1st and 2nd reading and proceed to public hearing. " 4. CORRESPONDENCE Items of correspondence for Council consideration.
(a) "THAT the August 24, 2005 correspondence from Terasen Gas regarding the 75 upcoming BC Utilities Commission proceedings regarding the purchase of the Terasen group of companies by Kinder Morgan Inc. be received. "
(b) "THAT the August 31, 2005 correspondence from Ken Stone, President, Campbell 85 River Cricket Club in support of the preservation of the Sybil Andrews Cottage be received. "
(c) "THAT the August 24, 2005 correspondence from NVI Mining Ltd. announcing the 86 successful bid to host the 2006 Provincial Mine Rescue Competition and inviting Mayor Nash and any delegates to visit the Myra Falls Mining Operation be received. "
(d) "THAT the August 23, 2005 correspondence from Rod Visser, Host Committee for 87 Fly Fishing Canada's 3rd National Championships and Conservation Symposium being held in Campbell River, requesting a Council contribution of $5, 000 as a title contributor for the Awards Presentations, and a $4, 000 contribution on behalf of Tourism Campbell River and Region be received. "
(e) "THAT the August 12, 2005 correspondence from G. (Wynne) Powell Chair of the 99 Provincial Health Services Authority regarding research in health care be received. "
(f) "THAT the August 31, 2005 correspondence from Richard Cronk, Chair, Campbell 101 River Terry Fox Run inviting elected officials to participate in the Silver Anniversary of the Terry Fox Run on Sunday, September 18th, 2005 be received "
(g) "THAT the following correspondence received requesting the Tyee Resort and 102 Marina be allowed to remain on Tyee Spit: -August 22, 2005 from Donna and Bernie Barber, Phoenix, Arizona; -August 22, 2005 from Miriam MacKay; -September 1, 2005 from Cecil Mills; -August 27, 2005 from Everett & Carol Beich be received. "
"THAT the City Clerk's September 8, 2005 reply letter to Tyee Resort and Marina 110 residents be received" 5. MAYOR'S REPORTS: (a) Media Release - September 12, 2005. 112 Regular Council Meeting - Monday, September 12, 2005 Page 4 City, Province and Band Agree to Terms of the Six-Acre Site. 6. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS:
7. MINUTES: (a) August 22, 2005 Council Minutes. 114
"THAT the August 22, 2005 Council Minutes be adopted. "
8.OTHER MINUTES: (a) August 17, 2005 Development Liaison Group Minutes. 120
"THAT the August 17, 2005 Development Liaison Group Minutes be received. "
(b) August 15, 2005 Audit, Finance and Personnel Committee Minutes. 123
"THAT the August 15, 2005 Audit, Finance and Personnel Committee Minutes be received. " 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
10. NEW BUSINESS:
11. INFORMATION: Information items presented to Council.
(a) "THAT the July, 2005 correspondence from Gord Robson, Crystal Meth Task Force 125 Strategies Society regarding the Crystal Meth situation in communities be received. [D VD available from Mayor's Executive Assistant upon request]"
(b) "THAT the Campbell River Visitor Information Centre Visitor Analysis be received"126
(c) "THAT the September 1, 2005 correspondence from British Columbia Transmission 128 announcing that they are a sponsor of the 2005 UBCM convention be received. " 12. ADJOURNMENT: "THAT the meeting adjourn. " PUBLIC QUESTIONPERIOD: No Public Question Period will be held during the six months prior to an election. Quinsam Heights Citizens Group Presentation to Campbell River Council Meeting, September 12th Re: The Spruce Street hill and intersection with Tree Lane Road
Good evening and thank you for giving us this audience.
In response to the overwhelming level of concern brought about by the changes made to the Spruce Street hill connecting with Tree Lane Road, we delivered notices to each home on Tree Lane announcing a meeting. In less than two hours to discuss this. Over 80% of the residents showed up!
We believe that these changes came about on the eleventh hour before the Ripple Rock Elementary School opened for the year and as we know, "All Rush Jobs Contain Misteakes"
If you turn to the sheet of pictures, Brian will use each one to explain the problems brought on by these changes.
Thank you,
The issues that we wish to bring to your attention are as follows:
A. The placement of the concrete barriers along the edge of the pavement; B. The installation of the stop sign at the junction of Tree Lane and Spruce; C. The marking of a cross-walk on Tree Lane that ends in a steep ditch; and D. The addition of a small culvert and fill in the ditch at the top of the hill.
Spruce Street connector to Tree Lane Road. Page 1 In picture #I you can see what happens when you attempt to regulate pedestrian traffic on a residential street. We have never had problems with people walking on our streets so why change it now.
In pictures #2 & #3 are the barriers that defy all reason. No where else in Campbell River are concrete barriers required to separate pedestrians from vehicular traffic. Furthermore, these barriers being placed along the edge of the pavement with 12 to 15 foot spacing between them not only do they not protect pedestrians, they crowd the traffic on an already narrow street and in the winter, they prevent drivers from putting two wheels in the gravel to control their decent and they are designed to be interconnected so that they deflect vehicles coming in contact with them. These barriers will capture and damage vehicles.
Picture #4 shows a culvert installed with these changes. This side of the road is a ditch that drains two blocks of Tree Lane. This culvert is not big enough to take the drainage from two blocks of Tree Lane and will cause flooding.
Picture #5 shows why the pedestrians, especially those walking to the Ripple Rock Elementary School, should walk up the other side of the road from the barriers. About ten feet in front of the truck is the paved walkway being installed by Sequoia Springs West Development that connects Tree Lane Road with Cheviot Road next to the school. The safest route for pedestrians is to stay away from the blind corner at the Spruce to Tree Lane intersection and turn off the road at the dark spot in the picture above the mail box.
Finally, picture #6, the hardest one to capture, shows the stop sign to the left in the bright spot which will cause severe problems if people try to obey it in slippery conditions, and the point of entry for a connecting walkway to the one that Sequoia Springs West Development is building. Through the trees in the center of the picture you might notice a flash of orange from their excavator.
Thank you, and to finalize our presentation, is Joanne. Spruce Street connector to Tree Lane Road. Page2 We have several of our citizens group doing a traffic survey twice a day at 8:00 to 9:00 AM and again at 2:30 to 3:30 PM to see how much traffic, including pedestrian, the hill has now that school is in operation. The first day of our survey shows four pedestrians, four cyclists, one hundred and twenty seven passenger vehicles and nine commercial vehicles.
Does this traffic warrant serious change to the Spruce Street hill? Probably not. We recommend that there be a connector walkway to the Sequoia Springs West Development's walkway that extends it down to just below the Tree Lane Road intersection.
Will there be improvements required when Sequoia Springs West Development's 200 home development is finished? Most definitely! Not only to the Spruce Street hill but to Cheviot and to Peterson Road as well. By then we will probably require city transit to service this area as well.
What we do ask for at this time is that you: A. Remove the concrete barriers; B. Remove the stop sign from the Spruce Street intersection with Tree Lane Road; C. Remove the cross walk markings and signs from Tree Lane Road; D. Remove the small culvert and fill from the ditch at the top of the hill; and E. The construction of the short connector walkway joining the Sequoia Springs West Development's walkway to Spruce Street.
And finally, please trust us to offer constructive input in future changes to our neighbourhood as we have used this route for many years and are acutely aware of it's hazards. We request to be consulted on any further decisions.
Thank you
Spruce Street connector to Tree Lane Road. Page3 04 (I
CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
TO: City Manager FROM: Executive Assistant DATE: August 11, 2005
SUBJECT:VISUAL IDENTITY & LOGO USE POLICY
Recommendations:
. That Council adopt the Visual Identity & Logo Use Policy [copy attached].
2.That Council receive the City of Campbell River Administrative Policy revised Section 13.8 Logo/Coat of Arms as follows:
13.8 LOGO/COAT OF ARMS
The Coat of Arms is reserved for: ocommunications originating from the Office of the Mayor and members of Council ooccasions deemed special by Council oclothing specific emblems as required and approved by the City Clerk
The City of Campbell River corporate logo will be the standard logo used by the City for letterhead and vehicle identification and will be placed prominently onallCityof Campbell River products, communications and applications.
The City's corporate logo serves to capture the confluence of the Campbell River adjacent to Discovery Passage with a backdrop looking across the coast mountain range. The City will not allow the use and/or reproduction of the City of Campbell River corporate logo for commercial purposes. Non-commercial use will be permitted only for events where the City of Campbell Riverisa major participant [at the discretion of the City Clerk under the terms and conditions of the City's Visual Identity and Logo Use Policy], or where Council has provided endorsement or approval.
3.That Council adopt the City of Campbell River Council Policy revised Section 1.5.2 Logo as follows:
1.5.2 Logo
The City's corporate logo serves to capture the confluence of the Campbell River adjacent to Discovery Passage with a backdrop looking across the coast mountain range. The City will not allow the use andlor reproduction of the City of Campbell River corporate logo for commercial purposes. Non-commercial use will be permitted only for events where the City of Campbell River is a major participant [at the discretion of the City Clerk under the terms and conditions of the City's Visual Identity and Logo Use Policy], or where Council has provided endorsement or approval.
The City of Campbell River corporate logo will be the standard logo used by the City for letterhead and vehicle identification and will be placed prominently onallCityof Campbell River products, communications and applications.
Background:
The main objectives of developing a new visual identity for Campbell River were:
To significantly strengthen Campbell River's corporate image and influence perceptions of the City through consistent presentation in print, visual and internet communications. To achieve local recognition for a symbol and name in connection withservices, facilitiesandprogramsavailabletoour citizens/visitors. To achieve national and international recognition for a symbol and name that reduces confusion for people receiving communications from the City.
An application has been filed for registration of the City of Campbell River and River design mark under Section 9(1)(n)(iii) Trade Marks Act [see attached copy of letter from Coastal Trademark Services].
For citizens and visitors alike to readily identify the City of Campbell River and it's services, facilities and programs will unify and strengthen the City's corporate image.Equally important is the internal unification of the departments/divisions as one corporate entity - The City of Campbell River.
Communications:
Upon Council's approval, the Visual Identity & Logo Use Policy will be made available to the public at City Hall and on the City's web site and Administrative and Council Policy revisions will be implemented and communicated to staff.
Leslie E. Lloyd Executive Assistant
Attachments City of Campbell River
VISUAL IDENTITY & LOGO USE POLICY
Overview of the City's Official Symbols ...... Page 2
Logo Use...... --.....Page 4 General Guidelines for Logo Use/Reproduction...... -Page 5
Application to Use the City of Campbell River Logo ...... Page 6
Terms of Agreement...... Page 7
07 OVERVIEW OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER'S OFFICIAL SYMBOLS
The City of Campbell River has two official symbols: the Coat of Arms and the Corporate Logo.
The Coat of Arms was granted by the Lord Lyon King of Arms of Edinburg under the authority granted him by Queen Elizabeth II. The lieutenant Governor officially presented the Coat of Arms to Mayor Ostler and Council on Dec. 7, 1987.
Coat of Arms:
Each element of the Coat of Arms is an expression of Campbell River's history, geography and economy, using symbols from the rich tradition of heraldry described overleaf.
The Shield and the Coronet
The shield is the central and most important element. The lower portion symbolizes the meeting of the waters of Campbell River and Discovery Passage and the vital industries of fishing and forestry. In the upper portion or 'chief of the shield, the Lord Lyon has honored the towns namesake Dr. Samuel Campbell by featuring the ancient arms of the Chief of the Clan Campbell; replacing the black sections in this case with Ermines, a heraldic fur which recalls early importance of the fur trade.
Above the shield as a mural coronet in Canada's national colors, the special sign granted to all District Municipalities. Above the coronet in the place of honour is the traditional symbol of high status among the First Peoples of the region, the cedar head ring for the Kwagiutl ornamented with abalone.
The Supporters
In the Coat of Arms are a pair of majestic bald eagles, which are termed 'the supporters' and flank the shield. They represent the rich natural environment that supports the community and provides such a splendid setting for settlement and recreation. Each eagle is 'charged' on its breast with a gold circle bearing a black diamond, the heraldic symbol of mineral wealth, which produced another significant economic activity.
The Compartment & Motto
At the base of the Coat of Arms is the 'compartment' which consists of a grassy meadow embellished with two well-known local plants; salal and Nootka roses. The rose is also the insignia of Campbell River's twin city Ishikari, Japan. Above the whole design is the motto, "Enriched by Land and Sea", describing Campbell River's situation and fortune.
city.f Campbell August 11, 2005 River Visual Identity & Logo Use Policy 2 of 7 08 Corporate Logo:
Mayor Nash and Council adopted the Corporate Logo on March 7, 2005.The City's corporate logo serves to capture the confluence of the Campbell River adjacent to Discovery Passage with a backdrop looking across the coast mountain range. The City will not allow the use and/or reproduction of the City of Campbell River corporate logo for commercial purposes. Non-commercial use will be permitted only for events where the City of Campbell River is a major participant, and only upon approval from the City Clerk.
The main objectives of developing a new visual identity for Campbell River were:
To significantly strengthen Campbell River's corporate image and influence perceptions of the"City"through consistent presentation in print, visual and internet communications.
To achieve local recognition for a symbol and name in connection with services, facilities and programs available to our citizens/visitors.
To achieve national and international recognition for a symbol and name that reduces confusion for people receiving communications from the "City".
The mark has been registered under the Trade-marks Act of Canada as an official mark for wares and servicesfor the Cityof the City of Campbell River.
August 11, 2005 River Visual Identity & Logo Use Policy 3 of 7 LOGO USE
The City Logo is a registered trademark owned by the City of Campbell River. If the City becomes aware of an unauthorized use, it may pursue legal action. In order to protect the integrity of the symbol and graphic identity of the logo, organizations, businesses or individuals wishing to use the logo must seek prior approval from the City of Campbell River. Use of the logo must not be for profit or souvenir manufacturing.
Care must be taken to make sure the logo is not altered or modifiedin any way. Your cooperation is appreciated in making sure the logo is reproduced consistentlyand properly to present the best possible imagefor the City.
Please Note: The Coat of Arms is reserved for protocol, historical and legal purposes. Therefore, only the Corporate Logo can be requested for use.
How to Become an Authorized User:
1.Application forms are available from the Legislative Services Department. 2.Return the signed application form along with a copy of the proposed use of the logo,toLegislative Services Department by mail,fax or e-mail[contact information is listed below]. Allow a minimum of five business days for approval.
Criteria for Approval:
Applications will be evaluated according to whether use of the logo will: o Identify ownership of City services, facilities and programs o Recognize funding provided [in dollars or in-kind] or a mutually beneficial partnership [such as promotion of a City service].
3.Once your applicationisapproved, follow the guidelines for reproduction contained in the Logo Guidelines Manual [to be provided upon approval].
How to Contact Us:
Mailing Address Logo Application or In Person: Legislative Services Department City of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Road Campbell River BC V9W 4C7
Fax: Attention: Legislative Services Department [250] 286-5760
E-mail: [email protected]
Campbell August 11, 2005 River Visual Identity & Logo Use Policy 4 of 7 0 GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR LOGO USE/REPRODUCTION
To ensure the correct and consistent display of the logo, wherever possible use the digitized image files. If you do not have the resources to reproduce the logo from an image file, please state this on your application and an alternative will be provided. Working from photocopies, other printed materials, or scanned images should be avoided as this may result in poor quality reproduction.
Guidelines for proper use of the graphic standard are contained in the Logo Guidelines Manual [to be provided upon approval].
Trademark Protection:
The City of Campbell River's logo is registeredand protected under theTrade-marks Act of Canada.Unlesswritten permissionhas been obtained from the City of Campbell River, any use of thislogo isprohibited.
Questions?
Contact the Legislative Services Department at [250] 286-5700 or [email protected]
c"oE Campbell River August 11, 2005 _ ,Visual Identity & Logo Use Policy 5 of 7 APPLICATION TO USE THE CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER CORPORATE LOGO
Please complete this form and return it with a copy of the proposed use of the logo to:
LogoApplication,Legislative Services Department 301 St. Ann'sRoad,CampbellRiver, BC, V9W 4C7 Fax: [250]286-5760 E-mail:bill.halstead a,campbellriver.ca
General Information:
Name of Organization: Contact Person: Address: City/Province/Postal Code: Phone: Fax: E-mail: Type of Organization: Relationship to the City:I Event Sponsorship Jointly Operated Facility i Grant Recipient Partnership Details:
Proposed Use of Logo: Event Advertising i Participant/Volunteer T-shirts Other Temporary SiteBanners Permanent Site Signs Other
How does the proposed use fit with the following criteria for approval [explain each if more than one] ?
Identify ownership of City services, facilities and programs Recognize funding provided [in dollars or in-kind] or a mutually beneficial partnership [such as promotion of a City service]
If you are using the logo for products such as leaflets, educational materials, t-shirts, etc: Quantity to be printed: For sale or free distribution: If for sale, explain the use[s] and indicate how the profits will be used:
Distribution by Country:
Questions? Contact the Legislative Services Department at [250] 286-5700 or bill.halstead@campb ellriver. ca
Cacmill August 11, 2005 River Vu al Identity & Logo Use Policy 6 of 7 TERMS OF AGREEMENT FOR REFERENCE ONLY To the Cityof Campbell River: Terms of Agreement will only be issued by the Legislative Services Department
(INSERT NAME OF INDIVIDUAL, ORGANIZATION, COMPANY) (herein referred to as the "Party")
(MAILING ADDRESS) (PHONE NUMBER)
The City of Campbell River [herein referred to as the "City"] hereby grants to the Party named above a non- exclusive license and permission to use and display the City of Campbell River corporate logo [herein referred to as the "logo"] only in the form and in accordance with the Logo Guidelines Manual [to be provided upon approval], subject to the Party adhering to the following terms and conditions:
1. The Party shall use and display the logo only in the form and in accordance with the specifications shown on Schedule "A" to this undertaking for the term to
2. The Party shall at all times endeavour to preserve the distinctiveness of the logo and will not, without the City's consent: a. make any alteration to the logo; b. use or adapt the logo as part of another graphic symbol or mark; c. use the logo in proximity to or in conjunction with another graphic symbol or mark; or d. use the logo for any commercial purpose whatsoever.
3. If the City so requests, the Party shall include in its use of the logo, an indication that the logo is the property of, and is used by, the Party under authorization from the City.
4. During the term of this undertaking, the Party shall not grant permission to any other person to use the logo.
5. The Party shall during the term of this undertaking and upon reasonable written notice from the Legislative Services Department make available to the City, without expense to the City: a. samples of any product on which the logo is used; b. information with respect to any particular product of a third party authorized by the Party where the logo is used or displayed, to inspect its use.
6. It is hereby acknowledged by the Party that the City assumes no liability in respect of the Party's use of the logo and the Party hereby agrees to release and discharge the City, its elected officials, employees and agents, with respect to any such liability.
7. The Party hereby agrees to indemnify and save harmless the City, its elected officials, employees and agents ["its agents"] from and against any and all claims, actions, causes or action, complaints, damages, expenses or costs whatsoever that the City or its agents may sustain or incur by reason of the Party's use of the logo.
8. The City may terminate this Agreement and the Party's right to use the logo: a. immediately upon failure of the Party, being in default of its obligations set out in this Agreement, and not having remedied such default within 24 hours of the City having given notice in writing to the Party; b. at any time, upon the giving of 14 days notice in writing to the Party.
I hereby accept all of the conditions with respect to the use of the logo that are set out in paragraphs 1 to 8, inclusive, of this undertaking.
Date at Campbell River, British Columbia this day of , 2005.
SIGNATURE [INCLUDE TITLE, IF APPLICABLE]
"'Yor Campbell August 11, 2005 River Visual Identity & Logo Use Policy 7 of 7 Cityof Campbell River Finance Department
To: CityManager From: Finance Manager Date: September 6, 2005
Subiect: Parcel Tax Review Panel
Recommendation:
1.That Council establish November 22,2005 - 10:00 am as the Date and time for the first sitting of the Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel for Local Improvement purposes. 2.That Council establish February 21,2006 - 10:00 am as the Date and time for the first sitting of the Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel for Water and Sewer and Storm Water Parcel Taxpurposes.
Policy:
We are required under the Community Charter to have a Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel for the above purposes and as a replacement of the former Court of Revision.
Discussion:
The Community Charter has changed the process related to how charges for Parcel Taxes (including Local Improvement charges) are implemented. The new process has changed the notice and advertising requirements as well as making provision for additional steps to ensure changes can be made to the rolls when errors or corrections are required. This may require that the Panel sit more than once during the year in order to conclude the process.
Our practice in the past has been that all property owners that have a Local Improvement abutting their property for which they may have a charge were mailed a notice and property owners who are subjected to a new or changed parcel tax for Water and Sewer and Storm Water Parcel Tax purposes were mailed a notice.
Under the Community Charter we will only provide notices when properties are charged for the first time or when an amendment is made.
The dates are timed such that LIP's will be substantially complete and the final costs tabulated in time for the spring borrowings. The Panel for Water and Sewer and Storm Water Parcel Tax purposes is held later so that Parcel Tax rolls will be most comparable with the assessment roll prepared by the BCAA.
Conclusion:
Setting these dates is the first step in preparing for next years taxation rolls.
lly submitted,
'A J Maas Finance Manager 4 CITYOF CAMPBELL RIVER BYLAW ENFORCEMENT/PROPERTY SERVICES
File: 390-20/3060 TO: City Manager FROM: Bylaw Enforcement/Property Services Manager DATE: September 8, 2005 SUBJECT: Standards for Home Inspectors
Recommendation: That Council advise the Provincial Government that, in order to protect homeowners, the City wishes to see prescribed levels of training, education and licencing of home inspectors.
Background/Discussion: The City has been asked by the Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors to write the Provincial Government asking that established standards be put in place for BC home and property inspectors. At present there are no established standards consistently applied and anyone can call themselves a home inspector. A recent example involved an idenpendent inspector inspect a house that had been a grow op at some time. He advised the purchaser that there were some issues with the wiring and the purchaser should have the electrical checked. When the purchaser contacted Hydro the Provincial electrical inspector determined that the wiring posed an eminent danger and arranged for the power to be disconnected immediately. The City Building Inspection Department was contacted in regards to this residence and upon inspecting the premises several other issues were also discovered and the occupancy for the premises was revoked. Because of the serious issues the City building inspector decided to contact this home inspector as it was felt that the Building Department should have been notified. The independent home inspector advised that he was under no obligation to notify anyone. He was paid to write a report. The purchaser provided a copy of this report to the City building inspector and upon reviewing it and inspecting the residence it was determined that there were several serious concerns that had not been included in the report. This not the first time these types of situations have been uncovered by the City's Building Department however it is probably one of the most serious
If there were set training and certification standards in place for these inspectors, managed by a governing body, the consumer/home owner would be better served and protected.
Communication: Council advise the Provincial Government of their concerns
Conclusion: It is felt that the Provincial Government should take the appropriate steps to ensure that home inspectors are properly qualified and accountable to carry out inspections. Potential home purchasers should feel that e advice and report they get can be relied on to help them make an informed purchasing decision.
Attachment: Canadian Association e & Property Inspectors Letter
M:1Property and Bylaw Department\Confidential Data Property and Bylaw ManagerlReports to Council\Home Inspectors.doc 5 Canadian `- Association of Home & RECEIVED Property I Inspectors (BC) APR 01 2005 nl'tISH COLUMBIA Office of the Mayor District of Campbell River March 29`x', 2005
Mayor Lynn Nash and Members of Council District of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Road Campbell River, BC V9W 4C7
Dear Mayor Nash and Members of Council:
We are writing to ask for your support in urging the BC government to establish standards for the BC home and property inspection industry. These standards are long overdue, and are required to protect consumers in your community and across the province from untrained, unqualified, and frankly phoney home and property inspectors. Right now, anyone can call themself a home inspector. No education. No training. No experience. No accountability. Simply because someone has hung out a shingle in your community saying they are a home and property inspector, you might invite them into your home to provide a report on its current condition, or allow them to shape your purchasing decision on a home or property worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Moreover, in a province where an increasing percentage of the real estate available for sale in our cities and towns was used for marijuana grow ops, you'd think government would do everything it could to send the message to current and potential homeowners that BC has acted to enhance the safety and security of investment in housing and property. It hasn't.
T}?is iCcnrro g, andwe're trying to do something about it.
Over the past threeyears,we've put the case before the BC premier, ministers,and members of the Government Caucus Committee on Communities and Safety. We have asked them to ensure that every home inspector in BC isqualified.We know the best way to do that is if every inspector in BC is certified and accredited by a training and certification body. We've told the BC government that if it will put in place standards for the BC home and property inspectionindustry,we will work with any organization, agency, or group to make sure that the training and certification is provided. Box 22010 Capri Centre PO Kelowna, British Columbia Canada V1Y 9N9 Tel: 1-800-610-5665 Outside BC: (250) 491-3979 Fax: 1-866-405-9232 Outside BC: (250) 491-2285 16 www.cahpi.bc.ca 2
The BC premier and ministers, however, have not embraced any part of this consumer protection effort.
The BC government's stance is that prospective home buyers in BC are covered by theTrade Practices Actand theConsumer Protection Act.What the Acts provide is recourseaftera purchase, not protection inadvanceof it. They are of no help to people when they need protection the most - when they are making the biggest spending decision of their lives, and are seeking expert advice to aid them in making an informed decision.
Buy a house in this province, and before you set foot in it, the provincial government has already taken its cut through the property transfer tax. That's thousands of dollars. We think it fair to ask, then, that if you choose to use a home inspector, or if your financial institution requires or recommends you use one, that the BC government eliminate the con artists by putting in place some standards so that the only people who can call themselves home inspectors are those who have achieved prescribed levels of training and education. We need standards for the BC home and property inspection industry. We need them now.
The decision to purchase a home is one of the most important decisions we will ever make, one that is tied to years of personal accountability and responsibility. It is a cornerstone of economic development and prosperity, vital to the health and growth of any community.
The responsible solution is for the BC government to make sure that the only people in BC who can call themselves home and property inspectors are those who are properly trained and qualified. Nobody is suggesting that home inspections should be compulsory, but those who seek professional and qualified advice in helping to make that decision deserve to know that the individual they hire is trained and qualified.
The BC government must put in place standards for the home and property inspection industry. And as a national leader with regard to skills and education for home and property inspectors, CAHPI (BC) will work with any organization or group to make sure that the training and certification is provided.
So how can you help get the BC government take this small step to improve consumer protection in your community, and in communities across BC?
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We'd like you to write to the BC premier. Write to Premier Campbell and:
remind him that the decision to purchase a home is one of the most important decisions people make;
2.tell him that as existing BC legislation simply offersrecourseafter a purchase, not protection in advance of it, it is no help to people when they need protection the most - when they're making the biggest spending decision of their lives, and are seeking expert advice to aid them in making an informed decision; and,
3.ask him to take action to put standards in place so that the only people who can call themselves home inspectors in BC communities are those who achieve prescribed levels of training and education.
You can reach the Premier at P.O. Box 9041, STNPROV GOVT,Victoria, BC, V8W9EL or by e-mail [email protected] or byfax at(250) 387- 0087.
Thank you for your help. Through your efforts, well be that much closer to making sure that when people in your community make the biggest spending ron of their lives, they can have confidence that the indivicjut1 thhireto inspect the home is trained and qualified.
Bill Sutherland, RHI, Kamloops President, CAHPI (BC)
On behalf of: Vice President: Rose Marie Moore, RHI, Vancouver Past President: Larry Hipperson, RHI, Nanoose Bay Treasurer: Owen Dickie, RHI, Okanagan Valley Secretary: David Ferrero, RHI, Nanaimo Director: Ralph Braun, RHI, Victoria Director: Vince Burnett, RHI, Langley Director: Ray Corriveau, RHI, Fort St. John Director: Wayne Dejong, RI-II, Vancouver CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVET U AUG 2 6 2005
COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICE OF THEADMINISTRATOR City of CampbellRiver TO: Administrator FROM: Community Services Director DATE: August 24, 2005 SUBJECT: Non-resident fee for Electoral Areas D & H
Recommendation: That the non-resident fee for Electoral Areas D & H be waived for 2005 based on the August 22, 2005 correspondence from Ms. Debra Oakman, Manager, Financial Services regarding grants-in-aid to support recreation services in the Campbell River Area. Council Policy: On September 1, 1997, Council approved a non-resident fee to be charged to citizens not paying taxes to the City of Campbell River and utilizing services provided by the City's Parks & Recreation Department. Background: In June 2005, Council waived the non-resident fee for Area J based on contributions made to Campbell River in support of recreation services. On August 22, 2005, the Community Services Director received a letter from Ms. Debra Oakman, General Manager of Corporate Services. In the letter Ms. Oakman provided a listing of grants-in-aid provided to the Campbell River Area for 2005 by Electoral Areas D, H & J. In the years 1998 to 2004, Regional District Area D, H & J have made contributions to recreation services. For these years, Council has accepted these contributions and the non-resident-fee has been waived. Discussion: As mentionedearlierin this report, Council has already waived the non-resident fee for Area J. In reviewing the list from Areas D & H, staff recommend that Council waive the non-resident fee for 2005. Area D has made a significant contribution to the Rotary Club for the "Bathhouse" renovation at Centennial Outdoor Pool. Area H has doubled their contribution to the "Leaders in Training" program through the "Campbell River Centennial Park Preservation & Enhancement Society." As a result of this information, staff are recommending that Council waive the 2005 non-resident for Electoral Areas D & H. CommunicativeAction: If the recommendation is approved, a letter will be sent to the Directors of Areas D & H informing them of Council's decision.
A.A.LIIR CommuniServices Manager c. Parks & Recreation Manager
Attachment Letter of August 22, 2005 from Debra J. Oakman, General Manager of Corporate Services
N: (Division DirectorlAdmin Non resident fee for Electoral Areas D & H.doc 19 REGIONAL DISTRICT CORPORATE SERVICES
Comox-Strathcona F-mail: a dministrntnnnrdcs.hr;.rn
FI-GA MM-CR August 22, 2005 SENT VIA EMAIL ONLY: arnie.linder@campbellriver. ca Arnie Linder Community Services Director District of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Road Campbell River, B.C. V9W 4C7
Dear Mr. Linder:
RE: UPDATE ON 2005 GRANTS-IN-AID- ELECTORAL AREAS D, H AND J
Please find below a listing of grants-in-aid provided to the Campbell River area for 2005 by Electoral Area:
For Electoral Area 'D': - $2000.00 to the Campbell River Gun Club Society to assist with operations; - $500.00 to the Museum at Campbell River to assist with operations; - $1,000.00 to the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society to assist with operations; - $300.00 to the C.R. Inline Hockey Association to assist with gear replacement; - $481.50 to the Oyster River Watershed Study Committee to assist with facilitation costs; - $2,000.00 to the Oyster River Enhancement Society to assist with operation of hatchery; - $5,000.00 to the Discovery Greenways Land Trust for restoration / enhancement of Area 'D' streams and wetlands by Area 'D' streamkeepers; - $500.00 to the Island North Film Commission to assist with operations; - $500.00 to the Tourism North Central Island to assist with operations; - $1,000.00 to the Oyster Bay Association to assist with special projects; - $1,000.00 to the Hagel Park Association for Halloween fireworks and events; - $500.00 to the Oyster River Parent Advisory Council to assist with social / community events; - $500.00 to the Ocean Grove Parent Advisory Council to assist with social / community events; - $500.00 to the Southgate Middle School Parent Advisory Council to assist with social / community events; - $500.00 to the Campbell River & District Public Art Gallery to support exhibitions and programs; - $700.00 to the North Island Supportive Recovery Society to assist clients to overcome addictions and to assist with operating expenses; - $1,000.00 to the Campbell River Area Women's Resource Society to assist with operational funds; - $600.00 to the Campbell River Hospice Society to assist with a bereavement course; - $200.00 to the Tidemark Theatre Society to assist with operating expenses; - $1000.00 to the Helpsinc Charity Society to assist with operating expenses; - $500.00 to Volunteer Campbell River to assist with operating expenses; - $500.00 to the Campbell River Beacon Club to assist with operating expenses; - $500.00 to the Strathcona Wilderness Institute to assist with operating expenses; 600 Comox Road, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 3P6 Telephone (250) 334-6000 Fax No. (250) 334-4358 TOLL FREE IN AREA CODE (250) 1-800-331-6007 www.rdcs.bc.ca 20 Mr. Arnie Linder August 22, 2005 Update on 2005 Grants-in-aid - Electoral Areas D, H and J Page 2
$10,000.00 to the Rotary Club of Campbell River to assist in sports capital project; $1,250.00 to the Timberline Wolves Football to assist with equipment replacement; $1,325.00 to the Campbell River Minor Lacrosse Association to assist with equipment replacement; $1,250.00 to the Campbell River Junior Varsity Football C/O Timberline Secondary School PAC to assist with "away" uniforms.
From Electoral Area 'H': - $500.00 to the Centennial Park Preservation and Enhancement Society for the purpose of assisting with the Centennial Park Playground Program; - $500.00 to The Museum at Campbell River to assist with operating expenses; - $500.00 to the Campbell River and District Public Art Gallery to assist with operating expenses; - $400.00 to the Campbell River Hospice Society to assist with operating expenses; - $400.00 to the Campbell River and North Island Transition Society to assist with the operating expenses of the Ann Elmore House; - $200.00 to the Campbell River Area Women's Resource Society to assist with operating expenses; - $200.00 to the North Island Supportive Recovery Society to assist with operating expenses; - $200.00 to the Campbell River Beacon Club to assist with operating expenses; - $200.00 to the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society to assist with operating expenses; - $100.00 to the Tidemark Theatre Society to assist with operating expenses.
From Electoral Area `J': - $1000.00 for the Campbell River and District Public Art Gallery to assist with operating expenses; - $1000.00 for the North Island Supportive Recovery Society to assist with operations of the Second Chance Recovery House; - $1000.00 for the Museum at Campbell River to assist with the operating costs; - $1000.00 for the Campbell River Centennial Park Preservation and Enhancement- Society to assist with recreational services through the Leaders in Training Program. - $500.00 for the Campbell River Area Women's Resource Society to assist with operating expenses; - $300.00 for the Campbell River Hospice Society to assist with operating expenses.
If you require further information, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
Debra J. Oakman, CMA General Manager of Corporate Services cc: Director Leigh Director Rambo Director Abram
Regional District of Comox-Strathcona 21 ql REGIONAL DISTRICT CORPORATE SERVICES
Comox-Strathcona E-mail: [email protected]
FI-GA MM-CR September 7, 2005 SENT VIA EMAIL ONLY: [email protected] Arnie Linder Community Services Director District of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Road Campbell River, B.C. V9W 4C7
Dear Mr. Linder:
RE: UPDATE ON 2005 GRANTS - ELECTORAL AREAS J
In addition to the "grants-in-aid" listing provided to you on August 22, 2005 below please find a listing of "grants" provided to the Campbell River area for 2005 by Electoral Area 'J':
$6000.00 for the Discovery Island Chamber of Commerce; $2500.00 for Tourism North Central Island; $1000.00 for Campbell River Search and Rescue Society.
If you require further information, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
Debra J. Oakman, CMA General Manager of Corporate Services cc: Director Abram
600 Comox Road, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 3P6 Telephone (250) 334-6000 Fax No. (250) 334-4358 TOLL FREE IN AREA CODE (250) 1-800-331-6007 www. rdcs. bc.ca 2 To: Administrator
From: Parks and Recreation Manager
Subject: Grant-in-aid Request for the Campbell River Branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association
Date: September 7, 2005
Recommendation
That Council approve the grant in aid request from the Campbell River Branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association for up to $311 (50% of the total rental charges) to rent the Sportsplex for their annual Chinese Auction.
Background
The Campbell River Branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association is raising money for their local branch by hosting a Chinese Auction at the Sportsplex on October 22, 2005. The total rental costs have been calculated at $622. This group meets the criteria set out by the Grant-in Aid Policy for Rental of Recreation Facilities.
Communication Action
The Parks and Recreation Department will contact the event organisers and confirm Council's decision.
Respectfully submitted,
Michele Sirett Parks and Recreation Manager
23 CANADIAN ASSOCIATION DIABETES CANADIENNE ASSOCIATION DU DIABETE
Canadian Diabetes Association P.O. Box 896 CampbellRiver, BC V9W6Y4 Voice Mail: (250) 286-0648 Fax: (250) 287-9061
Campbell River District Municipal Office 301 St Ann's Street Campbell River, BC
Dear Mayor Nash
The Diabetes Association has held its annual Chinese Auction in Campbell River for 19 years. This event has been a very successful fundraiser for Diabetes education in the community.
In order to keep the costs to a minimum, we are requesting financial aid in the rental of the gym at the Sportsplex. Presently we have the full gym reserved for October 2005 from 4:OOpm-10:OOpm. We are asking for financial aid to cover the cost of the gym. Last year we have about 250 in attendance and we are expecting as many this year.
Thank you for your consideration
Bill Gereluk, Board Chair of Campbell River Branch
24 CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER AIRPORT
File: 0650.20/ACTIN TO: Municipal Services Director FROM: Airport Manager DATE: August 19, 2005
SUBJECT: Airport ActiviReport
Recommendation:
That Council receives the 2005 2s` quarter Airport Revenue Report as information.
H: \CarolVMy Documents Monthly, Quarterly, Yearly\Quarterly Revenue Reports\Report Memodoc 25 City of Campbell River Airport Revenue Report
Revenue April - June April - June 2004 2005
Landing Fees 12,548.36 12,538.06 Aircraft Parking Fees 2,631.55 2,673.69 General Service Charge 2,481.70 7,888.57 Per Passenger Fee 89,517.06 90,977.89 Airport Improvement Fee 32,126.53 32,688.07 Leased Property 14,829.39 14,810.21 Office Rentals 10,673.25 10,673.25 Miscellaneous Rentals 160.50 633.75 Car Rental Concession 17,442.18 17,404.01 Vehicle Parking 8,059.56 7,469.42 Advertising 1,968.80 1,744.10 Restaurant 2,027.60 2,106.54 Misc. Sales: 2,460.43 2,521.03
Sub Total : 196, 926.91 204,128.59 - G.S.T. 12,883.07 13,354.21 Total $184,043.84 $190,774.38 % Change Total Miscellaneous $184,043.84 $190,774.38 3.7% Revenue:
Total Year To Date $360,343.80 $361,454.93 0.3% Miscellaneous Revenue: Total Year To Date $77,335.88 $72,599.56 -6.1% *Net Fuel Revenue:
Total Year-To-Date $437,679.68 $434,054.49 -0.8% Revenue: Flight Activity Commercial: 2,246 2,128 -5.3% Other: 9,530 7,270 -23.7% Total Movements: 11,776 9,398 -20.2%
Total Year-To-Date 20,116 18,624 -7.4% Movements: Passenger Activity
Total Passengers: 15,949 16,106 1.0%
Total Year-To-Date 27,685 27,136 -2.0% Passengers:
Note: Misc. Rental - Taxi, Courier, Mailbox, Water Misc. Sales - Electrical, Ground Power, Janitorial * Estimation Only 6 CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER PROVINCEOF BRITISHCOLUMBIA BYLAW NO. 3184
A BYLAW OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELLRIVERTO PROVIDEFOR COUNCIL MEMBER EXPENSES.
The Council of the City of Campbell River, in open meeting assembled, enacts as follows:
1.0 This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "Council Expenses Bylaw No. 3184, 2005".
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3.0 Purpose and Policy Statement 3.1 The purpose of this Bylaw is to define the policy and procedures to be followed by members of Council of the City of Campbell River who travel on approved City business or approved attendance at conferences, seminars and for other training and educational purposes.
3.2 It is the practice of the City of Campbell River to pay the costs of approved travel for members of Council in accordance with the procedures and guidelines of this policy.Each individual is responsible for ensuring that costs associated with travel are contained and are in the best interests of the City. 4.0 Procedures and Guidelines 4.1 Members of Council who travel on City business or for attendance at seminars, conferences and other training/educational purposes will: a) obtain approval for travel in advance and may claim travel by completing the Expense Form (Appendix `A') and submitting it with the Mayor's approval to the Finance Department; b) travel by the most economic means; c) obtain the government rate for accommodation as per the B.C. Business Travel Guide (copy available for reference with Accounts Payable); d) be permitted a per diem amount for meals and incidentals;
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e) provide receipts for all claimed travel expenses except where a per diem is provided; f) complete an Expense Form immediately upon return from travel and forward to the Mayor for approval and the Finance Department (Accounts Payable) for processing. 4.2 All travel outside the Province requires approval by Council resolution. 5.0 Guidelines for Travel 5.1 Individuals should carefully weigh alternative means of travel,takinginto consideration, cost, convenience; the need for a vehicle at a destination; the number of Councillors traveling together; using a City vehicle versus a personal vehicle. 5.2 No more than three members of Council should travel in the same vehicle or aircraft. 5.3 Air fare is to be economy class and booked far enough in advance to qualify for discounted rates if applicable. 5.4 Mileage for using a personal vehicle is as shown in Schedule A attached to this bylaw. 5.5 If a member of Council chooses to use a personal vehicle for long distance travel instead of the airlines, the amount which will be reimbursed will be the lesser of the economy class airfare based on booking far enough in advance to qualify for discounted rates plus related ground transportation, or the distance to be traveled by the most direct route, times the current rate per kilometre. Where a member of Council chooses a means of transportation other than that described, reimbursement shall only be for an amount equivalent to that which would have otherwise been incurred.If circumstances require a means of transportation other than described, thereby incurring a greater cost, the increased cost shall require approval by the Mayor.All transportation expenses (except mileage) shall be paid on the basis of single fares. 5.6 Claims for reimbursement for taxi costs are considered reasonable, where public transport was not available or was impracticable.Submission of proof of payment receipt and the amount of payment is required.
5.7 Claims for reimbursement for car rental costs are considered reasonable where car rental was necessary to meet time schedules, was cheaper than other modes of transportation or was the only practical means of transportation. The claim for reimbursement must be accompanied by a copy of the car rental contract bearing evidence of the cost and proof of payment. Individuals renting cars must utilize the B.C. Purchasing Commission contract rental arrangements. (Information on car rentals can be downloaded from www.oc./aov.bc.ca under the section "Information for Ministries and Public Buyers - Transit Smart Home Page'). The smallest sized vehicle consistent with the traveler's needsisconsidered reasonable. 5.8 Claims for reimbursement for public transit costs must be supported by a ticket stub indicating the cost of the fare. 5.10 Claims for parking fees for rental of private vehicles must be supported by a receipt for payment of the parking fee on City business.
5.11 Reimbursement for the use of a private vehicle will not include the distance normally driven within the City. Council Expenses Bylaw No. 3184, 2005 Page 3 of 5
5.12 Business travel must not be arranged to increase travel points beyond legitimate business requirements.All business travel should be as cost effective as possible.Individuals are personally responsible for the taxable benefit that the use of these points may represent. 5.13Members of Council will be reimbursed annually the difference between the insurance premium they would normally pay for their personal vehicle without City use and the premium for business class coverage necessitated by City use. 5.14Members of Council will be reimbursed the cost of repairing damage to a personal vehicle to a maximum of $500.00 or the amount of the insurance deductible, whichever is the lesser, when the damage occurs while the vehicle is being used for City purposes. 6.0 Accommodation 6.1 Government rates are to be requested when booking accommodation. 6.2 If a spouse is accompanying the member of Council, travel is at own expense and only the single-room rate may be claimed. 6.3 A conference hotel or a nearby, more economical hotel may be selected, however, government rates must be requested prior to booking at the conference hotel. 6.4 When an individual chooses to stay with friends or relatives, an allowance of $20.00 per night may be claimed without receipts for a gift for hosting. 6.5 An event starting at 9:00 a.m. may justify a previous night's accommodation cost, but if starting later, would depend on location and other factors.An event finishing by 5:00 p.m. would not justify that night's accommodation unless the location or weather conditions make it impracticable for the individual to return to their residence that day within four hours. 6.6 Hotel expenses for movies, bar service or any other room service fee will not be reimbursed. 7.0 Meals 7.1 The overnight per diem rate for meals, inclusive of incidentals, is as shown in Schedule A attached to this bylaw. 7.2 The partial per diem rate for meals for each day a member of Council is away from the community but returns home at night is as shown in Schedule A. Individuals leaving home prior to 7:00 a.m. and returning home after 6:00 p.m. may opt to pay for meals and claim as expenses with receipts for day trips. A creditcardproof of paymentisnot a receiptacceptable forclaiming reimbursement. 7.3 The Mayor and persons authorized by the Mayor may incur reasonable representational costs deemed necessary to conduct the City's business and may be reimbursedfor same uponpresentationofreceiptsor other documentation of the cost and evidence of payment of the cost by the claimant. 7.4 Where the registration fee includes all meals (full board), the individual is entitled to 20% of the per diem rate per day for miscellaneous expenses.
8.0 Miscellaneous 8.1 Expenses for laundry, long distance calls home on the basis of a maximum of one ten-minute call per day and other reasonable expenses will be reimbursed with receipts. Council ExpensesBylaw No. 3184,2005 Page 4 of 5
8.2 Incidental expenses and sundry travel items are included within the incidental portion of the per diem. No additional reimbursement will be paid. 8.3 Registration fees for conventions/seminars will be paid for single participation only. 8.4 A cash register receipt or other receipt clearly showing the amount of the payment, description of goods or services purchased, the name of the business or vendor and the fact that the amount has been paid, is required as proof of payment.In the case of motel/hotel payments, a detailed invoice as described above is also required. All of the above, except receipts for public transit costs, must show the date of payment. 8.5 Gratuities not exceeding 12% may be added to those expenses for which receipts are required. 8.6 In as much as "Council Remuneration Bylaw No 2511" provides that one third of the remuneration paid to members of Council is an allowance for expenses incidental to the discharge of duties of office, there shall be no reimbursement for incidental expenses such as local travel or other constituency costs. 9.0 Council hereby delegates to the Chief Financial Officer the authority to revise the Mileage and Per diem rates listed in Schedule A to keep pace with inflation.
10.0 Council proposes that "Council Expenses Bylaw No. 2800, 2000" as amended is hereby repealed.
Read a first time on the 22ndday of August 2005. Read a second time on the 22ndday of August 2005. Read a third time on the 22ndday of August 2005. Adopted on the day of 2005.
MAYOR
CLERK
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COUNCIL EXPENSES BYLAW NO.3184, 2005 SCHEDULE A
1. Travel Mileage for using a personal vehicle as per Section 5.3 $.42 per kilometre
2. Meals 2.1 Overnight per diem as per Section 7.1 $75.00 2.2 Partial day per diem as per Section 7.2 $35.00 2.3 Per diem rate for locations in the United States shall be the same as the current per diem rate for Canadian locations except that the payment shall be in U.S. dollars 2.4 The per diem rate for other foreign locations shall be based on the rate published and obtained from:
Personnel Administration Bureau Policy Development and Implementation Department of External Affairs and International Trade Ottawa, Ontario K1 A OG2 CITYOF CAMPBELL RIVER PLANNING SERVICES
File: DVP-05-10 TO: Administrator FROM: Ian Buck DATE: September 8, 2005 SUBJECT: Development Variance Permit- 1605th Ave
Recommendation: That Council approve development variance permit DVP-05-10 for 1605thAvenue: To vary Section 29.5 of Zoning Bylaw 2700, 1998 to reduce the minimum required rear yard from 7 metres to 4.5 metres for the existing dwelling on proposed Lot A, and to reduce the minimum required rear yard from 7 metres to 2.4 metres for proposed Lot B; and, To vary Section 8.1 of Subdivision Bylaw 1340, 1983 to permit a minimum building envelope 12 metres wide and 9 metres deep.
Council Policy: Zoning Bylaw 2700,1998 Section 29.5 - Rear yards in the Residential one zone must be 7.0 metres deep.
Subdivision Bylaw 1340,1983 Section 81- Each residential lot shall have a buildable area of at least 9.0 metres wide by 12 metres deep exclusive of the required yard setbacks of the Zoning Bylaw. Official Community Plan Section 7.1 Neighbourhood Policies 7.1.12dAvenue North A neighbourhood plan and land use map, Land Use Study No.1, was adopted for this area in 1981. Further planning for this area should elaborate on the adopted policy. Due to the significant variety of existing housing forms, infill opportunities are limited. A target of 15% increase in housing will be sought. 7.4 Infill Housing 7.4.1 Infill is defined as the introduction of new housing into, or adjacent to, existing neighbourhoods. The infill project can take the form of a single family dwelling, residential conversion, attached or multiple- unit form of housing and can occur in a variety of locations, including small vacant lots, lots which have been severed off through subdivision, transitional areas between land uses, lands previously zoned for alternated uses (i.e.; commercial or industrial), underdeveloped sites, irregular sites and sites difficult to deal with topographically. As well, infill encompasses increasing density in an area by altering an existing house to add an additional dwelling unit(s).
7.4.2 A special approach to infill situations is required in order to reduce the possibility of conflict with existing housing and neighbourhoods. Particular consideration must be given to the scale and density of the
P: (Applications - PlanningiDEV VAR PERMIT- DVPIDVP-05-10 160- 5th AveAReport to Council.doc 9/8/2005 existing context, siting and project detail, in order to achieve a project which is complementary to the area for which it is proposed. 7.4.3 Site planning for infill projects is extremelyimportant,for it is at this level that a project gains its fundamental integrity and congruity with itssurroundings.Project detail provides the final image which a project presents to the street and is essential in conveying project identity.
7.4.4 In light of the sensitive nature of such projects, applications for infill must show that consideration has been given to the following, in relation to the specific context for which a project is planned: Intensity of use; Scale and height of project; The retention of special site features, mature landscaping and views; Setbacks, massing and building orientation; Delineation of open space, landscape and edge treatment at site boundaries, providing transitional buffers as required; and Use of materials, choice of roof slope and other architectural features. Summary: The applicant has applied for the following: a) To vary Section 29.5 of Zoning Bylaw 2700, 1998 to reduce the minimum required rear yard from 7 metres to 4.5 metres for the existing dwelling on proposed Lot A and to reduce the minimum required rear yard from 7 metres to 2.4 metres for proposed Lot B (SUB-05-23). b) To vary Section 8.1 of Subdivision Bylaw 1340, 1983 to permit a minimum building envelope 12 metres wide and 9 metres deep instead of 9 metres wide and 12 metres deep. Background: The subject property is zoned Residential one zone (R-1) with one existing dwelling and has enough land area to be subdivided to create a panhandle lot (minimum lot size is 450 square metres). The location of the existing dwelling prevents the subdivision if the 7.0 metre minimum required rear yard is maintained, so the applicant has requested a 2.5 metre rear yard variance on proposed Lot A (to 4.5 metres setback). Additionally, the applicant has requested a 4.6 metre variance to the rear yard (to 2.4 metres setback)of proposed lot B to create a minimum building envelope 9 metres deep. To satisfy the wording of Section 8.1 in Subdivision Bylaw 1340, 1983 the applicant is requesting a variance to permit a minimum building area 9 metres deep by 12 metres wide, instead of the required 9 metres wide by 12 metres deep. Discussion: During the last few years the real estate market in Campbell River has seen significant growth and it continues to remain strong. With such strong market conditions the Planning Services Department has experienced an increase in requests for infill development through subdivision of existing single family lots and requests for zoning amendments to permit higher densities. Requests to subdivide lots with existing single family dwellings are often accompanied by Development Variance Permit applications as the location, and orientation of the existing dwelling makes it difficult to meet setback requirements. In the past year Council has approved three Development Variance Permit applications to permit infill subdivision, DVP-04-08 (482 Twillingate Rd.), DVP-04-09 (187 Dahl Rd) and DVP-05-06 (1888 Nunns Rd.).
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P:'Applications - Planning\DEV VAR PERMIT- DVPIDVP-05-10 160 - 5th Ave\Report to Council.doc A neighbourhood public meeting was held August 24, 2005 and 11 adjacent neighbours attended, the minutes of the meeting are attached. The major concerns that were raised include stormwater runoff management, building height restrictions, and loss of privacy. Five letters of objection have been received in response to the Planning Departments Notice of Intent. The concerns raised by these letters include increased traffic, fire protection, drainage, water views and privacy. The proposed development is generally consistent with the City's infill policies. The scale and density of the project is compatible with a number of the existing single family lots in the area, particularly those on the east side of Alder Street. The proposed lot meets the minimum lot size requirement of the Residential one (R-l) zone. The infill development policies in Section 7.4.4 of the Official Community Plan noted above also include consideration of project impact on views. In this regard, the Planning Services Department has received two letters of concern from residents who may have their views impacted. Although it is difficult to fully assess the impact without detailed house plans, following a site visit to the subject property and to the homes at 501 and 502 Alder Street it is anticipated the impact on the current views will be minimal if any. The existing vegetation (trees and shrubs) between the properties at 501/503 Alder Street and the subject property currently obstruct the view corridor over the proposed lot from the home at 501 Alder Street. The current view enjoyed by the resident of 501 Alder Street should not be impacted by the proposed development as this view is looking over the existing dwelling at 160StnAve and is somewhat obstructed by trees on the subject property. The existing view from 502 Alder Street is also unlikely to be affected by the proposed development. The trees and hedge both in front of and behind the dwelling at 501 Alder currently obstruct the view over the proposed new lot and it is unlikely under current conditions the resident of 502 Alder Street will see anything more than the roofline of the proposed new dwelling. Overall there is a great deal of apprehension from the neighbours with respect to the change that is proposed. This sensitivity to change is common with infill projects and is not without merit, however the proposed development meets the minimum lot size of the residential one zone and is consistent with the infill policies of the Official Community Plan. For these reasons the Planning Services Department recommends approval of the proposed variances. Communication: The applicant held a neighbourhood public meeting on August 24, 2005 11 people (eight adjacent landowners) attended the meeting, the minutes of the meeting are attached. Planning Services also received five letters in response to the Notice of Intent mail-out. Copies of these letters are attached to the report. Conclusion: Planning Services recommends that Council approve Development Variance Permit DVP-05-10 for 160 5th Avenue to vary Section 29.5 of Zoning Bylaw 2700, 1998 and Section 8.1 of Subdivision Bylaw 1340, 1983.
Ian Buck Planner Attachment Summary Sheet Subject Property Map Site Plan Comment Sheet Neighbourhood Public Meeting Minutes Letters to City Development Variance Permit
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P: (Applications - Planning\DEV VAR PERMIT - DVPIDVP-05-10 160 - 5th AvelReport to Council. doe CITYOF CAMPBELL RIVER COMMUNITY SERVICES Planning Services Department 301 St. Ann's Road, Campbell River, B. C. V9W 4C7 Telephone: 250.286.5726; Fax: 250.286.5761
INFORMATION SHEET- FILE; SUB-05-23 & DVP-05-10 DATE: July 28, 2005 CIVIC ADDRESS: 16051hAve.
APPLICATION TYPE: Development Variance Permit and Subdivision
OWNER: Tony and Kathleen Yow
AGENT: NA
LEGAL: Lot 1, District Lot 73, Sayward District, Plan 6684.
LOCATION: 1605thAvenue The applicant is proposing a panhandle subdivision and the following variances to Zoning Bylaw 2700, 1998 to accommodate the siting of the existing single family dwelling: Section 29.5 - 2.5 metre variance to the rear yard of proposed lot A PROPOSAL: Section 29.5 - 4.6 metre variance to the rear yard of proposed lot B Section 8.1 of Subdivision Bylaw 1340, 1983 to permit a subdivision which creates a lot with a minimum building envelope 9 metres deep by 12 metres wide instead of 9 metres wideby12 metres deep. PARCEL SIZE: 0.1621 ha+/- LOCATION MAP: SITE PLAN: Attached BUILDING PLAN: The subject property is zoned residential one (R-1) with one existing single family dwelling and an accessory building. The applicant is proposing to create a 450 BACKGROUND INFORMATION: square metre panhandle lot with a 5.2 metre access. The remainder of the parent parcel will be 952 square metres. Both lots meet the minimum lot size requirements. Ian Buck CONTACT: Phone: 250 286-5750 Fax 250 286-5761 Email:ian.buckcampbelIriver.ca
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Glen Mitchell Subject to Municipal Approval. Land Surveying Inc. Subject to proof of ability to service. 1030 NorthParkStreet Lot dimensions and areas may Victoria,8. C. change slightly upon complete A V81 1C6 legal survey. Telephone: 385--1712 37 CITYOF CAMPBELL RIVER PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT 301 St. Ann's Road, Campbell River, B.C. V9W 4C7 Telephone: 250.286.5726; Fax: 250.286.5761
Development Variance Permit Application Comment Sheet
File: DVP-05-10 DATE SENT: July 29, 2005 CIVIC ADDRESS: 160 - 5th Ave
We have received an application for a Development Variance Permit and would appreciate your comments. If we do not receive a written response by August 19, 2005 (3 weeks from mailing), we will assume your interests are unaffected.
Overall there is a great deal of apprehension from the neighbours PLANNING STAFF with respect to the change that is proposed. This sensitivity to COMMENTS: change is common with infill projects and is not without merit, however the proposed development meets the minimum lot size of Date received: Sept. 8/05 the residential one zone and is consistent with the infill policies of the Official Community Plan. For these reasons the Planning Services Department recommends approval of the proposed variances.
BUILDING STAFF COMMENTS:
Date received: Servicing Issues: ENGINEERING STAFF The proposed variance does not trigger any servicing issues. COMMENTS: Environmental Issues: The proposed variance does not trigger any senior government Date received: Aug 19/05 concerns/action under the District's Environmental MOU nor does it trigger any District concerns/action through District Bylaws.
Accordingly, Engineering Services has no objections to the proposed variance.
FIRE DEPARTMENT STAFF COMMENTS:
Date received: Ian Buck CONTACT: Planning Services Department, City of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Road, Campbell River, BC V9W 4C7 Phone: 250 286-5750 Fax: 250 286-5761 Email:Ian. Buck cam bellriver.ca
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39 RECEIVED August 24, 2005 AUG 2 92085 Tony and Kathleen Yow ping Se Minutes of Neighborhood Meeting
Location: City of Campbell River, Planning Services Committee Room 301 St. Ann.'s Road, Campbell River, B.C.
Re: Proposed Development Plan Varianceof Lot1, DistrictLot 73,Sayward District, Plan 6684,Address: 160 Fifth Avenue,Campbell River, B.C. Ian (PlanningServices):Introduce his role in meeting, identified proponentTony Yow and how he is to describe his proposed development.
Tony Yow: Proponent, the purpose of the meeting is discuss and answer questions relating to proposed subdivision. Campbell River Planning Services has requested we notify land owners within 100 metres of the subject land and host this Neighborhood Public Meeting, the minutes of meeting are forwarded to council as part of the review, comments prior to making their decision. We are applying for a subdivision and as part of the subdivision a rear yard variance setback on the existing lot and variance on the proposed lot is required. Variance required due the position of the existing home which is situated in an awkward location. We are also applying for a variance on the building envelope from 9m wide x 12m deep to 12m wide to 9m deep. The development variance is required to allow for the construction of the proposed home on the proposed lot. The approximate dimension of the proposed home is 9.5m x 15m. We have lived in this neighborhood since 1996 and we appreciate the proximity to town, privacy and view provided from this location.
Ian Buck: Explained variances required.
Jean Mullen: Are there height restrictions? Ian: Yes, there are height restrictions, for RI zoning and they are 8 metres, measured from the average grade of the bottom of the structure to the average midpoint from-the peak and base of the roof.
W. Third: question regarding services source. Tony: This is preliminary and we have approached Nash's, the electricity will come from Nash's pole on Alder, and other such as water and sewer to be determined after approval but will be from 5thAvenue.
Brigid Pomeroy: regarding storm runoff, and underground springs. Tony: will be determined with professionals upon approval, but little water will come from home as home footprint issmall, driveway runoff will be directed towards Fifth Avenue.
MavisSmeal:Similar concerns. Tony:Upon approval will manage runoff towards Fifth Avenue.
Several questionsoff topicsuch as when willFifthAvenue upgrades be complete. Inquire withcityengineering.
ShaunaSchmitke:Height restrictions? Tony:Rl Zoning is 8 metres.
Pane 1 of 3 40 Brigid Pomeroy:Suggest easementforNash's Residenceto share driveway. Tony: thiswas not consideredbut preferindependent access.
MavisSmeal: Concernsregardingrunoff and driveway. Tony: Will tryto manage waterduring construction, and directwatertowards Fifth Avenue.
Many questioned what recourse if not satisfied with water management. IanBuck:CommentedCity of CRnotresponsible,becomes legal issue between parties.
Brigid Pomeroy and Shauna Schmitke: Water drainage concerns as their homes are below development. Tony: will be determined with professionals upon approval, but little water will come from home as home footprint is small, driveway runoff will be directed towards Fifth Avenue.
MavisSmeal:Her carport is over the property line and wants to know if subdivision will be a concern. Tony:If carport is in the way, may request remedialaction,but will do best toworkaround.
Mavis Smeal: Does panhandle driveway service Proposed Lot A and B? Tony: Proposed driveway services only Proposed Lot B. Ian Buck: Driveway as proposed does not meet standards required to serve as driveway for both lots.
Shauna Schmitke: Can we guarantee/promise not to sell lot undeveloped as is, once approved. Tony: Can not guarantee/promise that, but this is not our plan as we enjoy location and walking to the farmers market on Sunday, fishing on beach below the museum.
Mavis Smeal: Is approval of subdivision time sensitive? That is do proponents have to act on subdivision within certain amount of time. Ian Buck: PLA letter is valid for 1 year and can be extended for fee at anniversary date.
ShaunaSchmitke:If variance proposaldenied,what are our plans? Tony Yow:Uncertain IanBuck:If variance denied, Proponents can bypass the variance and may subdivide by demolishing existinghome,and starting from ground zero. Variance requested as result of awkward location of existing home. Yow: Demolishing home is not a viable option.
Several questions regarding the notice of intent received in mail, primarily short notice. Ian Buck: Explained timelines and this is a provincial requirement and met provincial guidelines and all comments should be sent prior to Sept. 12th council meeting.
MavisSmeal:Question regarding runoff during construction. Tony:We will do our best to address runoff duringconstruction,and we are hoping to build during dryseason. Thisdecision based on contractor availability.
BrigidPomeroy:Problems with underground springs andrunoff,contingency plan during excavation. Tony:We can address ifencountered,primarily through coarse rock sumps, however there is hardpan to contend with.
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Ann Heppner: Distance of home from west property line? Tony: approximately 7 metres.
MavisSmeal:Distance of home from east property line? Tony:approximately 6 metres.
Mavis Smeal: Percent of existing home on lot A? and Lot B? Tony: Proposed home on Lot B, is 135 square metres of the proposed 450 square metres or 30 %. Existing home on lot A is approximately 250 square metres of the proposed 952 square metres or approximately 26%.
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Audrey Jean Mullen, 502 Alder St., Campbell River, B.C. V9W 2P1
City of Campbell River, Planning Service Department 301 StAnn's Road, Campbell River, B.C. V9W 4C7
Attn: R. Paul Stanton, Planning Services Manager: Re your letter dated 18 Aug. 2005 regarding Development Variance Permit No. DVP-05-10 Re; Vary Section 29.5 of Zoning Bylaw 2700 and Section 8.1 of Subdivision By-law 1340.
I am against the permits for the variances or to rezonethe above property. This areais zoned as single-family dwelling and should remainso. We do not need or want a higherdensity ofhomes or taller houses to obstructthe view. Mrs. AnneHeppner, my neighbor in front of me, acrossthe streethas been so helpful and generous to allow us to top and limb hertree, twice over the years so we could have a clearviewof the water and cruise ships.Without herkindness I would not be able to enjoymy propertyas much as I'd havea verylimited view. The whole of5thAvenueis badly in need of an overhaulbeforeany more homes are added.Properwater, sewage and drainage pipes need upgrading or replaced Paving of the street, curbs and a sidewalk and properdrivewaysso the surface run off water can be controlled, is something I have waitedfor 29 years with nothing really being done exceptpatchworkrepairs, formy taxes.
I am against the permits for variances.
Yours truly,
43 Ann Heppner 501 Alder Street Campbell River, B.C. V9W 2N9 September 1, 2005 R. Paul Stanton Planning Services Manager City of Campbell River 301St.Ann's Road Campbell River, B.C. V9W 4C7
Dear Sir; Re: Notice of Intent, Development Variance Permit No. DVP-05-10 160 5th Ave. Vary Sec. 29.5 of Zoning Bylaw 2700 and Sec. 8.1 of Subd. Bylaw 1340
I write to register my adamant and appalled opposition to the above application. I have lived at 501 Alder St., adjacent to the entire west side of the subject lot, since 1974, and am one of the longest residents in the area. During this period I have enjoyed a limited (by trees on the subject lot) but breathtaking view of Discovery Passage, and have also enjoyed the character of this neighbourhood of mainly older homes on large, private lots.
To permit creation of this minuscule lot in the middle of these surroundings is, in my opinion, ludicrous and inappropriate.I understand that those of my neighbours who attended the neighbourhood public meeting in the Committee Room at City Hall on August 24th feel the same, and that they also intend to write to protest approval for this variance.
I am concerned about additional traffic in the area, fire protection for a future structure that is far from the street but could be closer than the normal setbacks to other dwellings, and the potential for hidden structures being responsible for increased crime in the area. Furthermore, I am concerned that further development will create water drainage problems compounding those that I have had to contend with for many years from right of way 409450G which is impacted by the proposed Lot B.I believe that some modern subdivisions prohibit the creation of panhandle shaped lots for reasons such as these. And finally, the two or three story structure that would be permitted will further block both my own view, and that of my neighbour.
While your municipal representative who attended the meeting advised that the question of views is outside your consideration when hearing opposition to this application, I believe that it is precisely that dollar value of the view, and the financial gain that the applicants hope to reap, that prompts their application.If approved, the applicants, who no longer even live there, will certainly benefit, and the views and the property values of myself and other neighbours will suffer, which surely cannot be fair.
Councilors, please listen to the concerns of your constituents. Thank you.
44 150 Fifth Avenue :a tpbellRiver, D, C. V9W313 September 1, 2005,
Planning Services Department RECEIVED City of Campbell River 301 St.Ann's Road SEP 07 2005 Campbell River, D. C, V9W 407 Planning Services Department
Re : Your File DVP-05-10 Notice of intent - 160 Fifth Avenue Vary Section 29.5 of " oning By-law 2?0 Section 8,1 of Sub-DivisionBY-Law 1340. As a neighbour and property owner directly 'below and adjoining the property at 160 Fifth Ave. I am responding to the above which will be considered by =1 on the 12th ofSeptember/05. have lived at this address since September, 2002, I moved to Campbell River from West Vancouver in July, 1991 to be closer to a business I own on West Redonda Island.After purchasing 150 Fifth Ave. and mentioning same to various ones, the comment was "It's a very nice area,"The property itself was also described as being very special by the Mayor when he spoke to mefrom his adjoining property one day shortly after his election in November.I have found the mostly younger neighbours are also special - most kind and considerate, The surrounding properties, viz, on Fifth up from the lower Highway and including Thulin and Alder are well kept (even to City boulevard frontintheir homes) and complement nearby beautiful Campbell River Museum.I have termed it "The Museum Woods Area",Evergreen shrubs fronting the street on Fifth are attractive as a borderhavingbeen planted many yearsago byoriginal dwell The proposed driveway to the panhandle lotin question will. run closely to the one of mine set back privately and past a rowof Cedars planted initially presumably for privacy purposes between our two homes. At the Neighbourhood Meeting of August 24th I il!,edMr.Yow the following, With regard to the driveway and slope of the land,how are you going to "teal aping, i , e ,privacyprovided :reline oftrees ifthey are froma concrete retaining wall?Also,what provision for driveway rainwater run off?Mr, Yewwas unresponsive andnon-committal., Mr. Yowwa.s questioned re new construction and storm water situations and how will he deal with storm sewer connection to the street.He replied that would be to Engineeringor his engineer Iwasn'tsure which,It is wondered how the City tocal with such divided lots and this question, Subsequentlywhen the main 160 Fifth is sold andanother dwelling built in the rear with a driveway to it is possible use will be made of same by both homeowners, front and back, It is my intention to have any bran the scutback to theproperty line ?. out to the property beyond, For my privacy and, noise allev 4 x oved variance should in- elude provision ofa solid woo,1-6 t°4, high fence properties paid by the Yows, The purchase of my property was because l wanted the size of same amidst its ill, the view and ambience of the area and surroundings. Variance approval re 160 Fifth Ave. will create a major effect on not only my property but also the neighbourhood to what has existed for many years, No doubt property assessment reductions will be initiated.Surely now that River has become a city would it not be appropriate to allow certain residential areas (especially the "Museum ?foods") +o be considered special and not sub-divided?1 can't believe that the Mayor would want a variance on my property in the North-West corner adjacent to his for a two or three storey structure and neither would those North, South or sideways of same.How could the city say yes to one and not another? Now Kill the city determine costs to planned upgrade of Fifth Avenue on a frontage basis once panhandle lots are created in mini spaces and areas of land which will be occupied? Perhaps the enclosed newspaper clipping re similar problems created in the city of Victoria will be of interest. #0 0 r Planning Services Department and Council Members City of Campbell River
We are writing in regards to the application submitted byTony Yowto vary Zoning Bylaw 2700, 1998 and Subdivision bylaw 1340, 1983. Development variance permit number DVP-05-10. As residents of 526 Thulin St. we feel that the proposed development will have a negative affect on the interest of the neighbourhood and ourselves. We encourage the council to vote against this proposed variance for the following reasons.
First, we are concerned with drainage from the existing slope that runs, into Thulin. It is well known that there already is drainage problems with natural springs draining onto Thulin, some springs originating from the adjacent northern property of the proposed new property. Even on a clear day a stream of water is seen draining from under the curb just a few homes north of ours. Our concern is if and when the proposed property is developed it will destroy any existing natural drainage (ie grass, garden and large rooted trees) possibly creating even more of a run off onto Thulin. Our home is the first home directly downhill from this; therefore we are concerned that this could create water problems for us. Since this is an old neighbourhood, proper storm drainage does not exist. We do not have any water problems at present and worry there is potential if this property is developed. Secondly, we believe the proposed development will have-a negative-impacton this well establishedneighbourhood.The surrounding area is larger lots and we bought in this area for this very reason. We do not feel the beauty of this should be destroyed. The proposed property has large coniferous trees that are frequently-used-by-the eagles that live in this area This adds to the natural surroundings of adjacent-properties-aril the-museum property. We realise that condensed housing has its purpose but well established neighbourhoods should be protected from this.
Third, we also feel the any proposed development will have a direct impact on our privacy. Any home built on such a small and narrow lot will only go up to utilise the view, giving an unobscured view into our property and yard. We would be looking at a large home looming over us. We have worked hard since we bought 6 years ago to create a private garden for us to enjoy. We wish for this to be maintained.
Lastly,we could not get a convincing reason from the Yows to why they had already purchased property and moved to Willow Point. They could not guarantee that they would reside at this proposed property. This makes us question their reasons to why they would like to subdivide. We feel there is a good chance it is only for personal financial gain. Financial gain at the expense of those of us who will remain in this neighbourhood d appreciate the natural beauty that larger lots provide.
It is for these above reasons that we cannot support the proposed variance. We appreciate the opportunity to express our opinion on the above matter and hope that you will vote no to the proposed variance.
Thank You, Shauna Schmitke and Gene
48 Brigid Pomeroy 530 Thulin Street, Campbell River B.C. V9W2L1
September 7`' 2005-09-07
To Major and Council, I am writing on the variance permit and sub-division application from Tony Yow, permit number DVP-05-10. Our property is below and just to the north of Mr. Yow and we have concerns about water coming down the bank. This whole area our property included has many underground springs that run year round. We already have many water problems on our street during the rainy season because of this. Future development of this area could cause this problem to become much worse.
I am in favour of higher density in the appropriate places but feel a pan handle lot in an already established area may be opening a Pandora's Box in an already established area. I think we can all agree that water travels down hill, but when I asked if there would be any safe guards to collect this water the planner simply said that would be a civil matter and would have to be dealt with in the courts. I found this to be very surprising and unsatisfactory that the onus and the costs would be put on to the long time neighbours.
Sincerely,
Brigid Pomeroy
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Planning Services Departme9t Development Variance PERMIT nvr-05-10
City of Campbell River, Planning Services Department 301 St. Ann's Road, Campbell River, B.C. V9W 4C7 Tel. 250.286-5726, Fax. 250.286.5761
IssuedTo: Tony and Kathleen Yow (Permittee)
Address: 1605thAve. Campbell River BC V9W 3X3 (Address of Owner)
1. This Development Variance Permit is issued subject to compliance with all of the Bylaws of the City applicable thereto, except as specifically varied or supplemented by this Permit. 2. This Development Variance Permit applies to and only to any and all buildings, structures and other development thereon to:Lot 1, District Lot 73, Sayward District, Plan 6684, PID #: 005-856-612 (160 5th Avenue).
3. The following sections of Zoning Bylaw 2700, 1998 are varied to permit the panhandle subdivision of the subject property in accordance with Schedule "A", attached and forming a part of this permit a)Section 29.5 is varied to permit a rear yard of 4.5 metres on proposed Lot A. b)Section 29.5 is varied to permit a rear yard of 2.4 metres on proposed Lot B. 4. Section 8.1 of Subdivision Bylaw 1340, 1983 is varied to permit subdivision which creates a lot with a minimum building envelope 9 metres wide by 12 metres deep. 5. The existing accessory building on proposed Lot B must be removed prior to final subdivision approval.
6. The land described herein shall be developed strictly in accordance with the terms and conditions and provisions of this Permit and any plans and specifications attached to Schedule A of this Permit, which shall form a part hereof.
7. This Permitis not a BuildingPermit. AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION NO. PASSED BY COUNCIL ON THIS DAY OF, 2005.
Clerk Attachment: Schedule "A" Planning File No.: DVP-05-10
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File: OCP-05-06 TO: Administrator FROM: Adam Fitch, Planner DATE: September 7, 2005 SUBJECT: Discovery Bay (Merrill& Ring) -OCP Amendmen
Recommendation: That Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3180, 2005 (Discovery Bay) to amend the OCP designation of the subject lands from Heavy and Water Based Industrial and Greenways, to Country Residential and Greenways; and to amend the text of Appendix L: Discovery Bay Conceptual Development Plan, receive 1St and 2nd reading and proceed to public hearing.
Council Policy: Existing Official Community Plan, Section 6.1 6.1 URBAN RESIDENTIAL CONTAINMENT POLICIES Over and above the growth management provisions described above, is a defined boundary beyond which urban residential areas are prohibited. This is to underscore the need for the community to utilize its land resource to accommodate growth so as to: protect important natural areas; ensure a density sufficient to provide urban services efficiently; prevent sprawl that consumes rural forest lands. 6.1.1 Urban growth is contained within the boundary shown on Map 6-1, Campbell River Growth Options. 6.1.2 All residential development (with the exception of rural subdivision) is confined to areas within the Urban Containment Boundary. 6.1.3 Sanitary sewer service extensions will be limited to areas within the Urban Containment Boundary. 6.1.4 The Urban Containment Boundary may only be changed as part of a comprehensive Community Plan Review in which the community's goals are reassessed as part of the plan amendment process (see Chapter 19). 6.1.5 The Regional District of Comox Strathcona will be encouraged to adopt a Regional Growth Management Strategy complementing that of Campbell River.
Existing Official Community Plan, Section 7.5 7.5.3 CountryResidential (0.5 ha, 2 acres) New country residential housing may be permitted in the municipality up to a maximum of 5% of the total lot inventory in situations where sites are not within the urban growth containment areas.
P. (Applications - Planning;OFFICIALCOMMUNITYPLAN =OCPIOCP-05-06 Discovery Bayldraft Report to Council.dot 9/8/2005 52 Existing Official Community Plan, Section 12 12.2 RURAL RESIDENTIAL Rural residential development and subdivision is not proposed within the plan area. Such developments are more appropriately situated in the Regional District of Comox-Strathcona. Existing development shall however, be acknowledged on Plan maps. Country residential development and subdivision (.75 ha minimum lot size) may be appropriate in specific areas (Chapter 7, Residential). There shall, however, be a general disposition against such subdivisions in lieu of development within the Regional District.
Proposed (Draft)OfficialCommunity Plan, Section 6.3.5 Rural Residential There are rural residential developments on Gordon Road and on Argonaut Road that are not served by either community water or sanitary sewer. Further development in these areas, is restricted or otherwise limited by their status in the Agricultural Land Reserve. Further expansion of these areas for rural residential development is generally discouraged. However, consideration may be given to some limited infill development where it can be demonstrated that the lands may be properly serviced, and subject to approval of the Agricultural Land Commission. The Merrill and Ring lands that were recently amalgamated into the District pose a special challenge for the District. These lands have tremendous potential as a result of the views over Discovery Passage. Potential exists for expansion of further industrial development adjacent to existing industrial sites at Middle Point and at Menzies Bay. Other potential exists for commercial resort and for recreational development, as well as for "up-scale" residential development. However, since this property is primarily rural in nature without community water and sanitary sewer, servicing will be a major consideration prior to development, along with highway access. As a result, proponents will be required to prepare and establish an overall conceptual development plan to demonstrate how the lands should be developed, to be incorporated by amendment into this plan. Consideration may be given to development of this area as a "test case" for alternative development standards.
Summary: The subject land area is approximately 18 hectares (46 acres) in size. It is part of a larger parcel of approximately 40 hectares (100 acres), which was the northernmost property that was part of the City of Campbell River, prior to the annexation of the rest of Merrill and Ring's lands into the City of Campbell River early in 2004. While most of the Merrill and Ring lands were redesignated from Rural to Commercial/Residential and Country Residential earlier in 2005, the subject lands retained an industrial land use designation since they are immediately adjacent to the Middle Point industrial area. The landowners have now requested an amendment to the Official Community Plan (OCP) to redesignate the land from industrial to country residential. Essentially, these lands would form the southernmost portion of the Discovery Bay development area, which is proposed to include a seasonal and resort residential community with outdoor recreation, natural areas, a golf course, as well as tourist related commercial uses, to be developed over a ten to twenty year period. In their application, the consultants for the project have stated that the landowners have been marketing the subject lands for industrial development for a number of years without success. They state that the steep slopes, steep banks adjacent to Discovery Passage, and the proximity to the ocean (i.e. concerns for potential environmental impacts) make the land difficult to develop for industrial purposes. At the same time, they assert that these same attributes make the land more appropriate for residential development. A copy of the Project Rationale letter submitted by the applicants is attached to this report.
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P: (Applications - Planning\OFFICIALCOMMUNITYPLAN - OCPIOCP-05-06 Discovery Bay draft Report to Council.dot 1 -1 In terms of the potential for conflict between the existing industrial uses to the south, and the proposed residential uses to the north, this issue was raised at Public Hearing in February when the Discovery Bay development plan was originally considered. A number of submissions were received, including from Norske Canada, concerning the potential for conflict of new residents regarding the Elk Falls Pulp and Paper Mill. It was concluded that these concerns could be managed adequately. With respect to this application specifically, the proponents have noted that a treed ravine approximately 100 metres wide exists at the south end of the site. The proponents assert, and staff tend to agree, that by maintaining this treed corridor in its natural state, an adequate buffer will be provided between the existing industrial uses at Middle Point and the proposed residential development. Regardless of exactly where the transition from industrial land use to residential land use occurs, the issues of potential land use conflict remain the same. New residents may have concerns about both real and perceived sound, light, odour and traffic impacts of the nearby industrial uses, and questions may be raised about the rights and responsibilities of both residents and industries. Whether the subject site is redesignated to residential land use and the transition takes place at the south end of the site, or the remains designated industrial and the transition takes place at the north end of the site, whoever ultimately develops and markets the residential development will have to deal with the issue. It is felt that with proper design, marketing and disclosure at sale, new residents can be made aware of the potential nuisance from nearby industrial uses, and that in choosing to reside in such a location they are making the decision to purchase a home with full knowledge of the situation. It is noted that development of these lands for residential uses will also assist the developers in providing an orderly and sequential extension of municipal services from their current terminus to the south. The applicants are seeking to develop a rural residential community with lot sizes ranging from 0.1 hectare to 0.4 hectare (one third of an acre to one acre). There would be approximately 50 dwellings developed in this area, taking both fee simple (freehold) and bare-land strata forms of ownership.
The proposal also includes Greenways designations along creek corridors at both the northern and southern ends of the site, where creeks and ravines are present. The precise extent of these environmentally sensitive areas will be determined at the rezoning and subdivision stage, and they will, in general, be protected by a return to Crown possibly in combination with some protection by designation as common (strata) areas and/or restrictive covenants. In addition, the foreshore area will also be reserved and protected from development.
Discussion: Planning Services staff agree with the proponents' rationale that the site is better suited to residential use than industrial use. Most industrial uses require large, level land areas, and it is questionable whether such level areas could be created, even with extensive alteration by means of retaining structures and terracing. Review of all comments resulting from the circulation process identifies that issues and concerns are primarily technical related to the servicing of the development. Planning staff still support the overall concept for the long-range development of the Discovery Bay area, and are encouraged by the plan submitted. The overall concept has all of the elements of a distinct community with areas for housing, recreation, commerce, and open space areas for environmental preservation. Planning Services staff share the same concerns as Engineering staff, however, over infrastructure and servicing capabilities, wherein a more detailed servicing plan is needed to clearly demonstrate that the plan as put forward can be properly serviced without becoming a long-term liability to the City. In this regard, Engineering Services has requested specific wording be included in the conceptual development plan policies regarding water supply, sanitary sewage and storm water management. The Advisory Planning Commission (APC) has also expressed support for the development, while the Ministry of Transportation has not expressed any objection to the amendment.
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P: (Applications - Planning\OFFICIALCOMMUNI7 Y PLAN - P CP-05-06 Discovery Bay!draft Report to Council. dot Communication: The applicants have attempted to initiate individual meetings with industrial landowners to the south, without success to date. Otherwise, all other lands within the 100 metre neighbourhood public meeting circulation area are owned by the applicant.
Should Council agree to approve 1st and 2nd reading for the OCP amendment, a formal public hearing will need to be scheduled, resulting in advertisement in the newspaper plus circulation to neighbouring property owners.
Conclusion: The applicants have submitted a preliminary conceptual plan for the overall development of the area. More work will be required at a later point in the process (rezoning) to identify how the development is to be serviced. In their previous submission to the City in 2004, the applicants stated that the servicing of their lands will be not be a financial burden to Campbell River, but they have not clearly identified how the servicing is intended to work. As a result, staff recommend moving forward with the Official Community Plan amendment, and to indicate to the applicants once again that rezoning of these lands and the other Discover Bay lands will not be considered until a proper servicing plan has been prepared and accepted.
Respectfully submitted,
Attachments:Information Sheet Subject Property Map Project Rationale submitted by applicant Comments Sheets Results of Neighbourhood Public Meeting OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3180, 2005
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INFORMATION SHEET- FILE: OCP-05-06 DATE: July 27, 2005 CIVIC ADDRESS: Hwy 19, Middle Point
APPLICATION TYPE: OCP text and map amendment
OWNER: Merrill & Ring Canadian Properties Inc., Inc. No. 5964A
AGENT: Michael Jorden, Jorden Cook Associates
LEGAL: Part of the Remainder of District Lot 15, Sayward District
LOCATION: Hwy 19 north of the Middle Point industrial park The subject land is the southern 46 acre portion of a larger parcel that is currently under subdivision - file # SUB-02-4 (to divide a 109 acre parcel into 2 parcels: one of 62.7 acres, and one of 38.55 acres, to be divided by Ripple Creek). This application involves the southern parcel. The applicants propose to redesignate the parcel from industrial to residential on the OCP map, and also in Appendix H of the OCP: the Discover Bay Conceptual Development Plan. If approved, the applicants intend to apply for rezoning and subdivision to PROPOSAL: permit a subdivision of approximately 50 strata and fee simple lots, varying from approx. 1/3 acre to 1 acre. The development would involve one access point only to Hwy 19, to be. located in the same place as the current logging road access. See attached plan. The proposal also involves the eventual return to crown for area adjacent to Ripple Creek, to be preserved as a natural area for the creek and ravine areas at both the north and south ends of the site. PARCEL SIZE: +/- 18.5 ha (+/- 45.7 acres
LOCATION MAP: See attached SITE PLAN: The applicants are proposing to extend the future residential area of Discovery Bay by converting an area previously designated and zoned for industrial use. The proposed area is intended to be serviced with full BACKGROUND municipal services as part of an overall servicing plan for the future INFORMATION: development areas in the Discovery Bay conceptual development plan area. The applicants have been attempting to market these lands for industrial use for a number of years, without success. Adam Fitch CONTACT: Phone: 250 286-5742 Fax 250 286-5761 Email:adam.fitchcam pbel
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TYPE OF APPLICATION:
OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT
APPLICATION DETAILS:
APPLICATION #:
DATERECEIVED
PLANNER
SUBJECT PROPERTY INFORMATION;
CIVIC ADDRESS:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: RUT OF Pi 0 OWNER UNDER BRITISH COLUMBIA LAND TITLE:
First Name: Last Name: C.-o(-,So K) Company Name: a{ + ii in Address: Po 1 Q City: Province: L;vc`S1q 4 Postal Code: 3 Telephone: 3&0 ' t1 S2, 2.UisFax: {SZ .2J1 Email:
AGENT OR CONSULTANTWORKING UNDERTHE WRITTEN AUTHORITY OF THE OWNER:Jorden Cook
I I IiiRUI K (:1(39 ASStt 1AIIs Contact First Name: ii 6/^J,- pLast Name: r t 1 , [ 53 , Iii 1RI1m: 511711 1 L`{ t_,- Company Name: "-1 c )OL f JS042A eS V.ASt:w vLR, 13u Address: W00 SOS T 'otj t' (:,)ti.vII,v V6I-3L2 City: fu: 604.689,8200 Province: Postal Code: J9', L v Telephone: Fax:iGi 2i Email:?YllQ, (- MCCG't'- C.C-Y)L -
REASON FORAPPLICATION {:st be completed):
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LAND DESIGNATION:
Existing Community Plan Designation. Proposed Community Plan Designation: )ce i )/V' Existing Zoning Category: Proposed Zoning Category:
LEGAL CONCERNS:
What is the nature of anyrestrictivecovenants and(or easements registered against this property?
DELEGATIONS: Do you wish to attend the Advisory Planning Commission Meeting do discuss your proposal?
(OCP amendment only) [---Yes F No
Do you wmsh to appear before Council to explain your proposal? 1 es r No
AGENT OR CONSULTANT /OWNER AUTHORIZATION(Only Fill in one):
L} IF OWNE.R ISPERSONALLY APPLYING:
solemnly declare that I am the registered owner of the real (Owner of Property) properly described as: (Legal Description of Properly) and that I am registered as such in the Land Registry Office of Victoria, BC.I hereby declare that the foregoing information is true and proper and I make this declaration knowing that it is of the same force and effect as if made under oath and by virtue of the Canada Evidence Act.
Signature ofOwner: Date:
Name: (Please Print) LF AN 1GENT OR CO`' I rI,TA)ST IS AlPPLYLNG ON BEHALF OF TI mrS
solemnly declare that I am the authorized agent for (Name of AgentlConsultant - Please Print)
t tom' who is the registered owner of the real property (Name of Owner - Please Print) .L 7 " described as: B;,, ,. VI D L nyrl1"f (! iIII(_ '%U ,42 I> '(,/ (Legal Description of Property)!) . ()QQ 7 q--f it is understood that until the City of Campbell River is advised in citing taam no longer acting on behalftof the undersigned registered owner,the Cityshall deal exclusively with me with respect to all matters pertaining to the proposedapplication.I hereby declare that the foregoing information is true and proper and I make this declaration knowing that it is of the same force and effect as if made under oath and by virtue of the Canada Evidence Act.
1 Signature of Owner
Date:
Please ensure you have completed and submitted with this application "Schedule 1- Site Profile", as per the Waste Management Act. I
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Map H-1 Conceptual Development Plan Discovery Bay Subject Property Map CITY OFCAMPBELL RIVER North of Middle Point Industrial Park PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Scale - 1:10,000
I Subject Property
63 CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER PROVINCEOF BRITISHCOLUMBIA BYLAW NO. 3180
A BYLAW OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER TO AMEND THE CAMPBELL RIVER OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN, BYLAW 3180, 2005. WHEREAS pursuant to Part 26, Division 2 of the Local Government Act in relation to Official Community Plans, the Council of the City of Campbell River is empowered to establish objectives and policies to guide decisions on planning and land use management; AND WHEREAS a Public Hearing was held in accordance with the Local Government Act and notice of such Hearing has been given as required; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the City of Campbell River, in open meeting assembled, enacts as follows:
1.This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3180, 2005 (DISCOVERY BAY)". 2.That Schedule "A", Land Use Plan to the "Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3180, 2005" be amended by redesignating that Part of the Remainder of District Lot 15, Sayward District from the Industrial designation to the Country Residential and Greenways designations as shown on Map Schedule 1 attached herein and forming part of this bylaw.
3.That Appendix L: Conceptual Development Plan for Discovery Bay, be amended by: a) Revising Table 1:Discovery Bay Land Uses Below the Highway by increasing the Residential (net) from 220 acres (89 ha) to 261 acres (105.6 ha), increasing the Park/Open Space from 64 acres (15%) (26 ha) to 70 acres (17%) (28.4 ha), and by decreasing the Industrial from 58 acres (23.5 ha) to 11 acres (4.5 ha); b)Revising Table 2: Residential Densities for Conventional Lot Single Family & Accessory by increasing the Area from 46 ha to 62 ha, and by increasing the Total Units from 420 to 470; and c)Revising Map L-1: Conceptual Development Plan for Discovery Bay as shown on Map Schedule 2 attached herein and forming part of this bylaw. 4.That the Mayor and Clerk are hereby empowered to do all things necessary to give effect to this Bylaw.
A Neighbourhood Public Meeting was held on day of 200 Read a first time on the day of 200 Read a second time on the day of 200
A Public Hearing was advertised in the Newspaper on the day of ,200 and on the day of ,200 to be held on the day of ,200
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Read a third time on the day of ,200
Adopted on the day of ,200
MAYOR
CLERK
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MAP SCHEDULE 1
"to Country Residential" "to Greenways"
Mayor: Clerk: Dated:
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P: (Applications - Planning OFFICIALCOMI vi UNITY PLAN - OCPIOCP-05-06Discoverv BayiBylaw3180.doc 67 PROJECT RATIONALE
The subject property is situated on tidewater immediately south of the proposed Discovery Shores resort development recently approved for inclusion in the Official Community Plan. The site is north of the industrial development centred at Middle Point marine terminal, approximately 700 metres distant and is separated from the industrial area by a 100 metre wide, treed ravine. The proposed development can provide additional buffering as necessary.
While some potential for industrial development on these lands exists, Campbell River features an abundance of industrially zoned lands in more favourable locations. The property has been zoned for industrial use for many years and repeated attempts to market it for this purpose have been unsuccessful. The slopes, steep banks and adjacency to water - all attributes supporting residential use- make effective use of the land for industrial purposes difficult. The density proposed is low by urban standards and is not intended to compromise the City's urban containment policies or lead to a proliferation of urban subdivision in the area.
Rather, the City water and sewer services available at Middle Point Road and the Island Highway are believed adequate for low density residential use on the subject site and would facilitate the economic extension of these services towards the Discovery Shores development advancing the implementation of the development of this resort community and its attendant amenities.
8 CITYOF CAMPBELL RIVER PLANNING SERVICES
301 St. Ann's Road, Campbell River, B. C. V9W 4C7 Telephone: 250.286.5726; Fax: 250.286.5761
Official Community Plan Amendment Application Comment Sheet
File: OCP-05-06 DATE SENT: July 28, 2005 CIVIC ADDRESS: Discovery Bay
We have received an application for an Official Community Plan Amendment and would appreciate your comments. If we do not receive a written response by August 18, 2005 (3 weeks from mailing), we will assume your interests are unaffected.
Recommended that Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw PLANNING STAFF No. 3180, 2005 (Discovery Bay) to amend the OCP designation of COMMENTS: the subject lands from Heavy and Water Based Industrial and Greenways, to Country Residential and Greenways; and to amend Date received: September 7/05 the text of Appendix L: Discovery Bay Conceptual Development Plan, receive 1st and 2ndreadingand proceed to public hearing.
BUILDING STAFF COMMENTS:
Date received: The proposed change in OCP designation does not trigger any ENGINEERING STAFF servicing or environmental issues or requirements. However, the COMMENTS: comments provided as per the previous OCP and Zoning amendments (OCP_04-11 and ZON-04-15) must still be satisfied Date received: Aug 18/05 prior to any development of the subject lands.
FIRE DEPARTMENT STAFF COMMENTS: No objections.L. Samson
Date received:Aug3/05
DISCOVERY COAST GREENWAYS LAND TRUST COMMENTS:
Date received:
ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION That the Advisory Planning Commission COMMENTS: recommends to Council that the Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw # 3180 for Merrill & Ring Properties Inc.- Date received: Aug 25/05 Discovery Bayproposal be approved.
P:(Applications - PlanninglOFFICIALCOMMUNITY PLAN -OiP IO P- 5-06 Discovery BayICOMMENTSSHEET.doc MINISTRY OF No objections to proposed text amendment. TRANSPORTATION & HIGHWAYS Larry Park COMMENTS: MOT File: 22498 Date received:Aug17/05 Fisheries and Oceans Canada, (DFO) has reviewed this proposal dated FISHERIES & OCEANS CANADAJuly 28, 2005 and has no objection to the redesignation of the parcel from COMMENTS: industrial to residential. DFO also supports the concept of a return to crown of the stream side and ravine areas on both sides of Ripple Creek. Date received: Aug 18/05 If the District of Campbell River approves this application, DFO would like the opportunity to comment on the environmental aspects of the subdivision prior to final approval of the subdivision. Sincerely yours, Rick Senger Habitat Management Technologist
SCHOOL DISTRICT 72 COMMENTS:
Date received: MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT I believe that there is an active eagle nest tree on this property. It was COMMENTS: inventoried in 2001. The tree is numbered El 10-524 Middle Point. It is located near the confluence of the creek and the marine shoreline, Date received: Aug 12/05 I believe this information (on eagle nest tree inventory) was sent to Mike Roth 2 years ago, and this tree should be listed.
Cheers Peter Law Ministry of Environment
Adam Fitch CONTACT: Planning Services Department, City of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Road, Campbell River, BC V9W 4C7 Phone: 250 286-5742 Fax: 250 286-5761 Email: Adam. Fitchcam pbellriver.ca
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A BYLAW OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER TO AMEND THE CAMPBELL RIVER OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN, BYLAW 3180, 2005. WHEREAS pursuant to Part 26, Division 2 of the Local Government Act in relation to Official Community Plans, the Council of the City of Campbell River is empowered to establish objectives and policies to guide decisions on planning and land use management; AND WHEREAS a Public Hearing was held in accordance with the Local Government Act and notice of such Hearing has been given as required; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the City of Campbell River, in open meeting assembled, enacts as follows:
1.This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3180, 2005 (DISCOVERY BAY)". 2.That Schedule "A", Land Use Plan to the "Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3180, 2005" be amended by redesignating that Part of the Remainder of District Lot 15, Sayward District from the Industrial designation to the Country Residential and Greenways designations as shown on Map Schedule 1 attached herein and forming part of this bylaw.
3.That Appendix L: Conceptual Development Plan for Discovery Bay, be amended by: a)Revising Table 1:Discovery Bay Land Uses Below the Highway by increasing the Residential (net) from 220 acres (89 ha) to 261 acres (105.6 ha), increasing the Park/Open Space from 64 acres (15%) (26 ha) to 70 acres (17%) (28.4 ha), and by decreasing the Industrial from 58 acres (23.5 ha) to 11 acres (4.5 ha); b) Revising Table 2: Residential Densities for Conventional Lot Single Family & Accessory by increasing the Area from 46 ha to 62 ha, and by increasing the Total Units from 420 to 470; and c)Revising Map L-1: Conceptual Development Plan for Discovery Bay as shown on Map Schedule 2 attached herein and forming part of this bylaw. 4.That the Mayor and Clerk are hereby empowered to do all things necessary to give effect to this Bylaw.
A Neighbourhood Public Meeting was held on day of 200 Read a first time on the day of 200 Read a second time on the day of 200
A Public Hearing was advertised in the Newspaper on the day of ,200 and on the day of ,200 to be held on the day of ,200
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Read a third time on the day of ,200 Adopted on the day of ,200
MAYOR
CLERK
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MAP SCHEDULE 1
To Country Residential
To Greenways
"to Country Residential" "to Greenways"
Mayor: Clerk: Dated:
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P: (Applications - Planning\OFFICIALCOMMUNITY PLAN - OCPtOCP-05-06 Discovery BaylBylaw3180.doc 74 Terase 16705 Fraser Highway Surrey, B.C. V3S 2X7 Tel: 604-576-7000 Fax: 604-592-7677 Toll Free: 1-800773-7001 www.terasengas.com
August 24, 2005
Mayor Lynn Nash 301 St. Ann's Rd Campbell River, B.C. V9W 4C7
RE: Kinder Morgan Acquisition of Terasen - Open House Schedules
Dear Lynn Nash:
Please find attached information on the upcoming BC Utilities Commission (BCUC) proceedings regarding the purchase of the Terasen group of companies by Kinder Morgan, Inc.
As part of the process outlined by the BCUC, we have been asked to contact our stakeholders to ensure they, in addition to the general public, are aware of the steps we are taking to fulfill our regulatory requirements to complete this transaction.
Should you have any questions or comments on the material enclosed or the process in general, please contact me directly at (604) 592-7671 or toll free at 1-888-773-9333.
Sincerely,
David Bodnar Director Community, Aboriginal and Government Relations
Attached:
BCUC Order No. G-76-05 (including Regulatory Agenda and Timetable) BCUC Notice of Procedural Conference - ad Kinder Morgan/Terasen ad/invitation to regional Open Houses taking place the week of August 29th Vancouver Sun - Kinder Morgan article (August 6th, 2005) BRITISH COLUMBIA COL. UTILITIESCOMMISSION \SN ORDER 7 NUMBER G-76-05
M SIXTH FLOOR, 900 HOWE STREET, BOX 250 TELEPHONE:(604) 660-4700 VANCOUVER, B.C. V6Z 2N3 CANADA BC TOLL FREE:1-800-663-1385 FACSIMILE:(604) 660-1102 website:http!/www.bcuc.com co
IN THE MATTER OF the Utilities CommissionAct, R.S.B.C. 1996, Chapter 473
and
An Application by Kinder Morgan, Inc. and 0731297 B.C. Ltd. for Approval of the Acquisition of the Common Shares of Terasen Inc.
BEFORE: R.H. Hobbs, Chair August 18, 2005 ORDER
WHEREAS:
A. On August 17, 2005, Kinder Morgan, Inc. ("KMI") and 0731297 B.C. Ltd. ("Subco") ("collectively the Kinder Morgan Companies") applied pursuant to Section 54 of the Utilities Commission Act ("the Act") for an Order approving the acquisition of the common shares of Terasen Inc. ("Terasen") which would cause the Kinder Morgan Companies to have indirect control of certain public utilities -regulated by the British Columbia Utilities Commission ("the Application"); and
B. The public utilities are Terasen Gas Inc. ("TGI"), Terasen Gas (Vancouver Island) Inc. ("TGVI"), Terasen Gas (Whistler) Inc. ("TGW"), Terasen Gas (Squamish) Inc. ("TGS"), and Terasen Multi-Utilities Services Inc. ("TMUS") (collectively the "Terasen Utilities"); and
C. TGI, TGVI, TGW, TGS and TMUS are, directly or indirectly, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Terasen; and
D. KMI, Subco and Terasen have entered into an August 1, 2005 Agreement under which Subco, a wholly- owned subsidiary of KMI, will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Terasen; and
E.Section 54(9) of the Act states:
"The commission may give its approval under this section subject to conditions and requirements it considers necessary or desirable in the public interest, but the commission must not give its approval under this section unless it considers that the public utility and the users of the service of the public utility will not be detrimentally affected."; and
F. KMI and TGIare jointly undertaking a communication and consultation program inthe TGI, TGVI, TGS, and TGWservice areas and have submitted a summary of the comments to the Commission as part of the materials filed in support of its Application; and
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ORDER NUMBER G-76-05
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NOW THEREFORE the Commission orders as follows:
1. A Procedural Conference regarding further regulatory process for the review of the Application will be held on Friday, September 9, 2005, commencing at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission Hearing Room on the Third Floor, 855 Homer Street, Vancouver, B.C., V6B 5S2.
The Procedural Conference will address matters such as:
whether the review should proceed by an oral or written public hearing, or some other process; steps and timetable associated with the regulatory review process; and other matters that will assist the Commission to efficiently review the Application.
2. After the Procedural Conference, the Commission will issue a further procedural Order and Regulatory Agenda.
3. KMI and the Terasen Utilities jointly, are to publish, as soon as possible, in display-ad format, the Notice of Procedural Conference in the Vancouver Sun, the Province, the Victoria Times Colonist, and such other appropriate local news publications as may properly provide adequate notice tothe-customers served in the service areas of the Terasen Utilities.
4. KMI and the Terasen Utilities jointly are to hold Workshops to review the Application in the Greater Vancouver area, Whistler, Victoria, Nanaimo, Kelowna, Cranbrook and Prince George during the week commencing Monday, August 29, 2005.
5. The Application,including responses to Commission informationrequests,and supporting material will be made availablefor inspection at the TGI Office at 16705 Fraser Highway, Surrey B.C., V3S 2X7 and at the British ColumbiaUtilities Commission, Sixth Floor,900 HoweStreet, Vancouver, B.C., V6Z 2N3and will be included on theTGI website.
6. KMI and the Terasen Utilities jointly, are to provide a copy of this Order, by facsimile or electronically, to all parties that participated and/or were invited to participate in the stakeholder communication and consultation program.
7. Intervenors and Interested Parties should register with the Commission, in writing or electronic submission, by Tuesday, September 6, 2005, and advise whether they intend to attend the Procedural Conference. Intervenors should specifically state the nature of their interest-in-the Application and identify generally the nature of the issues that they may intend to pursue during the proceeding and the nature and extent of their anticipated involvement.
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ORDER NUMBER G-76-05
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8. A Commission Information Request to KMI will be issued on Friday, August 26, 2005. The KMI Response to the Commission Information Request is due on Thursday, September 1, 2005.
9. Registered Intervenors are to file Intervenor Information Requests to KMI by Monday, September 12, 2005. The KMI Response to Intervenor Information Requests are due on Monday, September 19, 2005.
DATED at theCity of Vancouver,in the Province of British Columbia, this day of August 2005.
Attachment
OrderlTerasen KMI Common Shares-Procedural Conf \ SH COL , APPENDIX A 7 to Order No. G-76-05 Page 1 of 2
TELEPHONE: (604) 660-4700 SIXTH FLOOR, 900 HOWE STREET, BOX 250 BC TOLL FREE: 1-800-663-1385 VANCOUVER, B.C. V6Z 2N3 CANADA FACSIMH,E: (604) 660-1102 web site: httpi/www.bcue.com
KINDER MORGAN, INC. Application for Approval of the Acquisition of the Common Shares of Terasen Inc.
Date: Friday, September 9, 2005 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: BC Utilities Commission Hearing Room Third Floor 855 Homer Street Vancouver, B.C. V6B 5S2
THE APPLICATION
Kinder Morgan, Inc. and its direct wholly-owned subsidiary 0731297 B.C. Ltd ("Subco") (collectively "the Kinder Morgan Companies") have applied to the British Columbia Utilities Commission ("the Commission") for approval of the acquisition by Subco of the outstanding common shares of Terasen Inc. which would cause the Kinder Morgan Companies to have indirect control of Terasen Gas Inc., Terasen Gas (Vancouver Island) Inc., Terasen Gas (Whistler) Inc., Terasen Gas (Squamish) Inc., and Terasen Multi-Utilities Services Inc. (collectively the "Terasen Utilities") ("the Application"). Upon completion of the proposed transaction Terasen Inc. will be an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Kinder Morgan. Terasen Inc. will continue to directly or indirectly own all of the outstanding shares of the Terasen Utilities. Kinder Morgan proposes to maintain the head office of Terasen Gas Inc. within its service area and to establish and operate the Terasen Utilities on a stand-alone basis.
THE REGULATORY PROCESS
The Commission will hold a Procedural Conference regarding the further regulatory process for the review of the Application on Friday, September 9, 2005, commencing at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission Hearing Room on the Third Floor, 855 Homer Street, Vancouver, B.C., V6B 5S2.
Following the Procedural Conference, the Commission will issue a further order and regulatory agenda to registered parties.
Registered Intervenors may ask for information from KMI by Monday, September 12, 2005.
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PUBLIC INSPECTION OF THE APPLICATION
The Kinder Morgan Application and supportingmaterial,including Commissioncorrespondence,will be made available for inspection at the Terasen Gas Inc. Office at 16705 FraserHighway, Surrey, B.C., V3S 2X7 and at the British Columbia UtilitiesCommission,SixthFloor,900 HoweStreet, Vancouver, B.C., V6Z 2N3.
The Applicationwill also beavailable forviewingon the TGIwebsite at www.terasengas.com and on the Commission's websiteat www.bcuc.com.
REGISTERING TO PARTICIPATE
Persons who expect to actively participate in this proceeding should register-as Intervenors with the Commission, in writing or electronic submission, by Tuesday, September 6, 2005, identifying their interest in the Application and indicating whether they plan to attend the Procedural Conference. Intervenors should identify the issues that they intend to pursue and the nature and extent of their anticipated involvement in the review process Intervenors will each receive a copy of the Application and all correspondence and filed documentation-. Intervenors should provide an e-mail address if available. Notification by courier delivery, fax, e-mail, or online registration via the Commission's website is acceptable.
Persons not expecting to actively participate, but who have an interest in the proceeding should register as Interested Parties with the Commission, in writing or electronic submission, by Tuesday, September 6, 2005, identifying their interest in the Application and indicating whether they plan to attend the Procedural Conference. Interested Parties will each receive a copy of the cover letter to the Application, and all Orders and Decisions issued.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information, please contact Mr. Robert J. Pellatt, Commission Secretary, or Mr. Philip Nakoneshny, Director, Rates and Finance, as follows:
Telephone: (604) 660-4700 E-mail: [email protected] Facsimile: (604) 660-1102 Telephone: (B.C. Toll Free) 1-800-663-1385 SNCOt j c9 APPENDIX B 7 to Order No. G-76-05 Page 1 of 1
TELEPHONE: (604) 660-4700 SIXTH FLOOR, 900 HOWESTREET,BOX 250 BC TOLL FREE: 1-800-663-1385 VANCOUVER, B.C. V6Z 2N3 CANADA /11'FS FACSIMILE: (604) 660-1102 web site: http://www.bcuc.com COMk,"
REGULATORY AGENDA AND TIMETABLE
Kinder Morgan, Inc. and 0731297 B.C. Ltd. Application for Approval of the Acquisition of the Common Shares of Terasen Inc.
ACTION DATES
Filing of Commission Information Request to KMI Friday, August 26, 2005
KMI Response to Commission Information Request Thursday, September 1, 2005
Deadline for registration of Intervenors and Interested Parties Tuesday, September 6, 2005
Procedural Conference Friday, September 9, 2005
Intervenor Information Requests to KMI Monday, September 12, 2005
KMI Responses to Intervenor Information Requests Monday, September 19, 2005
Time and Location of Procedural Conference:
Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: Commission Hearing Room Third Floor 855 Homer Street Vancouver, B.C. V6B 5S2
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You're invited To find out more about Terasen and Kinder Morgan, you're invited to a public Open House. Come and meet members of the management team - learn more, ask questions and share your comments with us. We look forward to hearing what you have to say Cranbrook Prince George Nanaimo Whistler Monday, August 29 Tuesday, August 30 Wednesday, August 31 Thursday, September 1 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Heritage Inn Hotel The Coast Inn Coast Bastion Inn Telus Whistler East Ballroom of the North Malaspina Room Conference Centre 803 Cranbrook Street Summit Ballroom 11 Bastion Street 4010 Whistler Way North 770 Brunswick Street Kelowna Victoria Vancouver Tuesday, August 30 Wednesday, August 31 Thursday, September 1 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. The Coast Capri Hotel Holiday Inn Terasen Centre Sauvignon Ballroom Topaz Room Georgia Room 1171 Harvey Avenue 3020 Blanshard Street 1111 W. Georgia Street KINDER,' MORGAN 0 INC. Terasen
Terasen Gas delivers natural gasand piped propaneto homes and businesses.The TerasenGas group of companies includesTerasenGas Inc., TerasenGas (VancouverIsland) Inc., Terasen Gas (Squamish) Inc.and TerasenGas(Whistler)Inc.TerasenMulti-Utility Services Inc.(TMUS) provides propane,natural gas,water andelectricity utility delivery and wastewater services to various communities within British Columbia. For more information visit www.terasen.com. 82 SH COQ(,
sty' SIXTH FLOOR, 900 HOWE STREET, BOX 250 : . TELEPHONE:604-660-4700 VANCOUVER, B.C. V6Z 2N3 CANADA BC TOLL FREE: 1-800-663-1385 website:http://www.bcuc.com -A a 0 Oz FACSIMILE: 604-660-1102 °ac+ta 55 Sco KINDERMORGAN, INC. Application for Approval of the Acquisition of the Common-harof Terasen Inc.
NOTICE OF PROCEDURAL CONFERENCE
Date: Friday, September 9, 2005 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: BC Utilities Commission Hearing Room Third Floor 855 Homer Street Vancouver, B.C. V6B 5S2 THE APPLICATION Kinder Morgan, Inc. and its direct wholly-owned subsidiary 0731297 B.C. Ltd ("Subco") (collectively "the Kinder Morgan Companies") have applied to the British Columbia Utilities Commission ("the Commission") for approval of the acquisition by Subco of the outstanding common shares of Terasen Inc. which would cause the Kinder Morgan Companies to have indirect control of Terasen Gas Inc., Terasen Gas (Vancouver Island) Inc., Terasen Gas (Whistler) Inc., Terasen Gas (Squamish) Inc., and Terasen Multi-Utilities Services Inc. (collectively the "Terasen Utilities") ("the Application"). Upon completion of the proposed transaction Terasen Inc. will be an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Kinder Morgan. Terasen Inc. will continue to directly or indirectly own all of the outstanding shares of the Terasen Utilities. Kinder Morgan proposes to maintain the head office of Terasen Gas Inc. within its service area and to establish and operate the Terasen Utilities on a stand-alone basis.
THE REGULATORY PROCESS The Commission will hold a Procedural Conference regarding the further regulatory process for the review of the Application on Friday, September 9, 2005, commencing at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission Hearing Room on the Third Floor, 855 Homer Street, Vancouver, B.C., V6B 5S2. Following the Procedural Conference, the Commission will issue a further order and regulatory agenda to registered parties. Registered Intervenors may ask for information from KMI by Monday, September 12, 2005.
PUBLIC INSPECTION OF THE APPLICATION The Kinder Morgan Application and supporting material, including Commission correspondence, will be made available for inspection at the Terasen Gas Inc. Office at 16705 Fraser Highway, Surrey, B.C., V3S 2X7 and at the British Columbia Utilities Commission, Sixth Floor, 900 Howe Street, Vancouver, B.C., V6Z 2N3. The Application will also be available for viewing on the TGI website at www.terasengas.com and on the Commission's website at www.bcuc.com.
REGISTERING TO PARTICIPATE Persons who expect to actively participate in this proceeding should register as Intervenors with the Commission, in writing or electronic submission, by Tuesday, September 6, 2005, identifying their interest in the Application and indicating whether they plan to attend the Procedural Conference. Intervenors should identify the issues that they intend to pursue and the nature and extent of their anticipated involvement in the review process. Intervenors will each receive a copy of the Application and all correspondence and filed documentation. Intervenors should provide an e-mail address if available. Notification by courier delivery, fax, e-mail, or online registration via the Commission's website is acceptable. Persons not expecting to actively participate, but who have an interest in the proceeding should register as Interested Parties with the Commission, in writing or electronic submission, by Tuesday, September 6, 2005, identifying their interest in the Application and indicating whether they plan to attend the Procedural Conference. Interested Parties will each receive a copy of the cover letter to the Application, and all Orders and Decisions issued.
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information, please contact Mr. Robert J. Pellatt, Commission Secretary, or Mr. Philip Nakoneshny, Director, Rates and Finance, as follows: Telephone: (604) 660-4700 E-mail: [email protected] Facsimile: (604) 660-1102 Telephone: (B.C. Toll Free) 1-800-663-1385 W" C6 1'1ll y',vNt'C)VVLR SUN EDITO .kl IIt DA). At eel 4 1'(k.
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the proposed takeover of The S69-billion cash, stock and acquiring Company - to merit Cana- moves on US companies. A recent 'l'a^rasen Inc. by U.S. pipeline debt deal gives'Ierasen shareholders dian board representation. report on cross-border merger and tsmCtr aperator Kinder Morgnan Inc. is a 2B-per-cent premium on the stock Sn rather than the deal being an acquisition activity by investment In the quarter, Canadian investors a sweetheart deal for Canadians price of the past 20 trading days. And American takeover of a Canadian banker Crosbie & Co, notes that bought S67 billion in foreign securi- because they all own a chunk of the the Cl'P tnsestmt nt l)oarae, not the energy company, it is rather (.:anadi- Canadian compa`anies;accliatied U.S tieswhile foreign investors bought Vancouver-based company. only Canadian institutional ins atis getting as oil rvet's seat on the deci- companies in the 2005 first quarter i,t 54,7 billion of Canadian securities. TheCanadianPensionplan invest- that stands to benefit on behalf (if sion-making body of a larger U .-S. a ratio of two to one. In raw number'. I .ass year, C:ana tti.in direct invest- rent Board, which invests cont ribu- Canadian clients 'The B.C. Ittt st- company -, and having it pay for the there were 32 acquisitions of L IS. mcnt abroad totalled $4451 billion, tionS not immediately needed to r:tr ment Management (.carp., which man- privilege. companies by Canadian businesses while tortig:n direct investment in benefits, is mandated to maxi [n I "v ages funds for the public sector in Not only will Canadian investor's and oral) l:ie quisit icstts of Can edian Canada totalled just S165 billion. Cana- returns toensure money will l ct avail-British Columbia, the Caisse de Depot enjoy much greater liquidity holding businesses by US companies. dian direct investment abroad has able to fund the pensions for ecnrk:un;: et Placement du Quebec, the Ontario shates of Kinder Moig,an, but with 'I he five-year average of Canadian es-ceeecled foreign direct investment in Canadians when they retire. Teachers Pension Plan Board, Cana- access to.a larger capital base, companiesacquiring;as foreig n taiga, Canada every year since 1997 (Direct 'Through good luck or good man- (la's big mutual fund companies - 'lerasen c in pursue its strategic goal is 294 transactions valued aat 51761 tall- investment is when a company owns a agetnent, it has cxrtainly fulfilled that Investors Group and ACF' - and the of espaanding its pipeline network. On lion; while international companies I of 10 percent cat the voting commitment with its sizeable stake in investment arms of the [Link of Mon- its own,'li:rasen would have had tea acquiring Canadian targets tame in at foreign business.) investment treal, Scotiabank, Royal it nk.'I'D Like on store dept or issue .hares, the 162 transactions valued at 5t,3,4 bil- centincrease in Canadi- 'T'erxse n, The* CPP hoard an direct investment in 2004 was dri- owns about $A million shares, or Canada Trust and I ISBC Canada all latter rcprest, ntmg a dilution of lion, of which US, purchasers AT" ii it per cent of theout Your Worship and City Councillors, The Campbell River Cricket Club has just celebrated the tenth Annual Cricket Festival at the Willow Point Sportsplex. Again, two teams from Victoria and a third from Vancouver, with their families, were our guests from Thursday, August 18th until Sunday, August 21St. They stayed in local motels, bought meals in local pubs and restaurants, and played golf at the Sequoia Springs Golf Club. Undoubtedly, however, they told me that the highlight of their visit was - and always is - the Saturday evening salmon barbecue held at the Sybil Andrews Cottage. At the presentation wind- up on Sunday afternoon I was asked by our guests to write to you and express their sentiments for the preservation of this unique public landmark in Willow Point. Here is a user-group of approximately 50 people that can play all the cricket it wants by staying home and using Beacon Hill Park in Victoria and Stanley Park in Vancouver - yet the people choose to come to Campbell River and put money into our local economy because of the uniqueness of the Sybil Andrews Cottage. I sincerely hope that you will all take this request into consideration when you make the final decision on the fate of this property. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to again thank Sheryl and Linda and staff at the Sportsplex for their friendly and efficient service in helping us to stage this event, and to Tom and staff at the works yard for their excellent preparation of the two fields at Willow Point Park. Yours sincerely, Ken Stone President, Campbell River Cricket Club 8 55 MYRA FALLS OPERATIONS P.O. Box 8000, Campbell River, BC V9W 5E2 Phone: (250) 287-9271 Fax: (250) 287-7123 August 24, 2005 Mayor Lynn Nash City of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Road Campbell River, BC V9W 4C7 Dear Mayor Nash: In July of this year, MyraFalls Operations was among a number of organizations that suppod the City of CampbellRiverbeing the hostsite for the 2006 Provincial Mine Rescue competition. I understand that our collective bid has been successful and CampbellRiver willindeed host this event nextyear.On behalf of all of us at the Myra FallsOperations,we congratulatethe City on yourinitiative and look forward to working closely with you as this event unfolds next year. I would also like to take this opportunity tofollowup on our recentdiscussion,and formally extend an invitation for you Mayor Nash, as well as any delegates you'd like to have accompany you, to visit the Myra Falls Mining Operation. We would be most pleased to showcase our mine for you, providing information on our present operations and future plans. Please contact me at your convenience and we can make appropriate arrangements. Yours truly, NVIMiningLtd. Myra Falls Operations Rod Lamond General Manager Phone: (250) 287-9271 x279 E mail: a 86 August 23rd 2005 Mayor and Members of Council City of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Road Campbell River BC V9W 4C7 Dear Mayor Nash and Councillors: On September 20th to 24th, Campbell River will host Fly Fishing Canada's 3rd National Championships and Conservation Symposium. More than 40 of Canada's top Fly Fisherman will be competing for both individual and team awards and the right to represent Canada at the World Fly Fishing Championships to be held next year. The HostCity Committee is working to ensure that Rivers Day, The Haig Brown Festival and the 2005 Stewardship Awards are incorporated into the 3 and a half days of events. We are requesting that Council contribute $5,000 as a title contributor for the Awards Presentations scheduled to take place at the Rotary Maritime Heritage Centre on Saturday September 24th, 2004. In addition to including the new City logo on all programs, we would also encourage the Mayor and Council to attend the Welcome Reception Wednesday September 21St, 2005 and the Saturday Evening Program. In addition we have been asked to secure a co-sponsor for the Canadian Fly Fisher Magazine and the New Fly Fisher Television show to cover the three-day event. BC Tourism and Tourism Vancouver Island are contributing $4,000 to cover costs and are requesting consideration of $4,000 by Tourism Campbell River and Region who do not have the dollars to participate. Our total request is for a one-time contribution of $9,000 to assist in this venture. Please find attached a copy of our advertising and donor program and the highlights of this event. Our HostCity Committee goal is to deliver an event that will qualify Campbell River to host the World Fly Fishing Championships and Conservation Symposium in future years, a challenge that Roderick Haig Brown would have appreciated. I would be pleased to appear as a delegation to answer questions with respect to this lion. Rod Visser Cell: 250 830-4424 Campbell River HostCity Committee 3rd Fly Fishing Canada National Fly Fishing Championships and Conservation Symposium C/o Campbell River EDC Rivercorp 900 Alder Street, Campbell River BC V9W 2P6 87 CampbellRiverHostCity2005 Conservation Symposium P. Marshall Lanyards and Name Badges $1000 Event Guide Advertising P. Marshall Media Vests & packages $1000 Live Auction Donations R. Visser Official Event Photography $1000 Silent Auction Donations R. Visser Welcome Bags $1500 Door Prizes R. Visser Event Training Session $1500 Celebrity Media Event R. Visser Competition Field Lunches $2000 Welcome Reception Site Dolphins Resort Team Canada Uniforms $2000 4 Days Transportation C. Cornfield Event Caps $3500 Personal Legacy Contribution $100 Event Volunteer Shirts $4500 Team Tables Awards Dinner $500 Competitor Shirts $4500 Competitors Gifts $600 Co Host Welcome Reception $5000 Competition Beat Signage each $750 Co Host Awards Dinner $5000 *** Sponsors of $2000 + may partner with other businesses t 1 . . .. . 1. 11 Here's How to Order airme ame of the opportunity to patrick.marsnall@rivercc rwill be provided an order form to.. w confirm aour order. You can contact Patrick Marsha!! at 250 3 ca is S T or 250 923-8402 [after ho Artwork should be delivered as an *.eps, *.ai, *.jpg, fileor sere P,N=lf advertising in the program v sase email as above on or before Friday September 2°d, 2005 All product placements, donations and paymentsare due onthe confirmation of the order and will be accepted Jnr.i Friday September 16th, 2005. All proceeds from the events and auctions will be contributed as a 2005 FFC National Championship Legacy to the Fly Fishing Canada Society and a localconservationproject in Campbell River to be selected. For more Information: Patrick Marshall Rod Visser Charlie Cornfield 250 830-7056 250 830-4424 250 923-2599 88 fly fishing canada national championships and conservation symposium campbell river o vancouver island o british columbia 2005 CAMPBELL Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada RIVER WHO: Fly Fishing Canada www f1ishin camel nPt Campbell RiverHostCity Headquarterseffective August 3rd, 2005 Enterprise Centre East 900 Alder Street, Campbell River BC 250 830-1115 ext. 239 WHAT: 3rd Annual National Fly Fishing Championship and Conservation Symposium WHEN: September 19thto 25th 2005 WHERE: Championship Headquarters - The Anchor Inn & Suites effective September 19th 2005 261 Island Highway, Campbell River BC 1 800 663-7227 250 286-1131 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: September Individuals and Teams from across Canada test drive Campbell River Lakes, Rivers 19th - 21st and Oceanfront's to acclimatize to the unique environments offered for this years sanctioned Championships. September Welcome Reception for all competitors, sponsors and Host City Volunteers at the world 21st famous Dolphins Resort September Competition begins at a lake [name withheld until competition day], the original 22nd Campbell River and beaches fronting Discovery Passage and the top of the Georgia Basin. Competition is scored and spans 2 and a half days from which Team Canada will be selected for the World Fly Fishing Championships in 2006. September Afternoon: Conservation Symposium at the Maritime Heritage Centre at the Discovery 24th Pier in Downtown Campbell River. September Follows the Symposim: Fly Fishing Media Challenge Event planned for the later part of 24th the afternoon to raise the profile of this sport. September The Nationals 2005 Award Banquet featuring this years competition winners at the 24th Campbell River Rotary Maritime Heritage Centre. FFC Jack Simpson Fly Fishing Canada%A/qimp-,rnn44rnqt-(-n ca Spokesperson Host City Charlie Cornfield rcnrnfiPlrt(4rnnneCje.C hr ra and [email protected] Spokespeople Print Media Bob JoneshnhjnnPS(rmar. ark cnm Contact Broadcast Joan Miller infn(infilm ca Office: 250 287-2772 Media & Locations Contact Advertising Patrick Marshall k marchn1lrnhnvarrnrn Cell: 250 830-7056 Opportunities Contact 89 fly fishing canada championships and conservation symposium campbell Over # vancouver island s british columbia 2005 Meeting Notes Fly Fishing Canada National Fly Fishing Championships and Conservation Symposium Campbell River HostCity Meeting August 17th, 2005 7:00 pin Enterprise Center, 900 Alder Street Attendance: Charlie Cornfield [Co-Chair, Volunteers Captain & Banquet], Frank Green [River Captain], John Beavan [FFC Representative], Bob and Vera Jones [Registrar and Print Media], Chris Clements [Beat Marshal], Patrick Marshall [Donors & Sponsors], Brad Root [Technical Advisor], Linda Cameron [Welcome], John Dawson [Beach Captain] Roundtable of attendees was completed. The notes have been organized in terms of position in the schedule and do not represent the order of business. Donors and Sponsors P. Marshall RH Printing has donated color cover for event program. C. Cornfield suggests several inserts using same cover for different events. Courier Islander has donated more than $3,000 in space to announce and acknowledge contributions. P. Marshall to get new form out with bronze, silver and gold levels to encourage smaller contributions in cash. C. Cornfield to deliver key contact names for Hydro and other major corporations listed so that a kit can be sent out. Volunteers C. Cornfield Each Captain needs to maintain a list of volunteer controllers for each beat and shift. Volunteer instruction to take place atDolphins on Wednesday September 21st,2005. Rules, T-Shirts and instructions, along with measuring approaches to be discussed at this time. J. Beavan to send instructions to P. Marshall for distribution. Volunteers will need score sheets, clipboards and explanations. C. Cornfield coordinating land trust and stream stewards to act as volunteers. Transportation C. Cornfield to contact coordinator and book. Three buses for 4 days. Welcome Reception J. Miller L. Cameron to secure cost of medium fly boxes with label as HostCity gift to competitors. Shuttles to transport competitors from Anchor to Dolphins to leave from lower lot at 6:30. C. Cornfield and L. Cameron to work out short list of Greeters and Welcome remarks. Chief Councillors and Mayor invited to participate. Casual evening. B. Root, R. Shaw and one other to contact L. Cameron to set up tables for fly tying during the evening. Budget is $20 per person for 100 people. Shuttles to depart for Anchor at 10:15 pm. Competition Sites Green, Dawson and Adams Rivers beat details were sorted out. J. Dawson, B. Root and C. Clements to walk the beach beats. C. Clemens offered to map out the beats on larger scale drawings for the Captains. Morning competitions to start earlier at 7 am which means competitors and volunteers need to be on-site at 6:30 am. Instead of feeding lunch, HostCity needs to provide breakfast at the transport marshaling area as the Anchor kitchens closed. Draws and rules review need to be a public event so a Captains meeting with all competitors should be scheduled for a large room at the Anchor for WednesdaySeptember 21st 4:30 to6:30. Amendments to the rules, draws, and all competition information must be confirmed. HostCity needs a Competition Manager to oversea the competition. B. Root had suggested and will ask that R. Shaw contact the Courtenay based candidate. Due to local conservation concerns, Steelhead have been excluded from the Official catch qualifications. This means that competitors will not be required to purchase non-resident stamps for licensing purposes. Any Steelhead caught are considered by catch and will not count for the competition. They should be recorded. C.Cornfield to confirm access to Tyee Club Boats for Loch Competition at Echo Lake. Conservation Symposium R. Shaw R. Shaw to send P. Marshall biographies. C. Cornfield to get sample of silver belt buckles for speakers. CelebrityEvent R.Visser C. Cornfield to talk to each of the other events and pass info on the R. Visser. There needs to be some outline of what the event is? Is it a mini version of what the competitors are doing? AwardsBanquet and Auction C. Cornfield & R. Visser Need to confirm numbers for guests and media event guests. Donations for silent and live auctions can be directed to T. Davies at Tourism Campbell River & Region, Enterprise Centre for holding. P.Marshall needs contact info for follow through. All Lodges and others need to be canvassed for donations. C. Cornfield needs to coordinate stewardship awards program as well. NextMeeting Wednesday August 24`h, 2005 EnterpriseCentreBoardroom 7:00 pm fly fishing Canada championships and conservation symposium campbell river # vancouver island it british Columbia 2005 Draft Operations at August 18th, 2005 Tuesday September 201h 2005 7:00 pm HostCity meeting on last minute details, Enterprise Centre WednesdaySeptember 21St, 2005 11:00 amCompetition Office Opens, Anchor Inn. All registration kits and check in ready. 2:30 pin Volunteers and Organizers Meeting, Anchor Inn. Need kits with rules and identification for Volunteers. All Captains and Event coordinators to participate. 4:30 pin Captains Meeting, Anchor Inn 5:00 pm Final preparations for fly tying and welcome at Dolphins Resort 6:30 pin Shuttles depart for Dolphins Resort 7:00 pin Greeters welcome competitors to Cabin 12 10:15 pinShuttles depart at 15 minute intervals to Anchor Inn Thursday Setpember 22°d, 2005 4:30 am Morning foodservice set-up, Anchor Inn 5:30 am Morning foodservice open, Anchor Inn 6:00 am Shuttles depart for competition sites. Captains and Volunteers should be ready and waiting at the Shuttle locations. 6:30 am Shuttles arrive on-site. 15 minute warning sounded at 6:45 am. 7:00 am Competition begins. 9:45 am 15 minute warning sounded 10:00 amCompetition concludes 10:30 am Shuttles depart event sites. 11:00 am Competitors Lunch on their own. 1:00 pm Shuttles depart Anchor Inn and arrive at Event sites 1:30 pm. 15 minute warning sounded at 1:45pm. 2:00 pm Competition begins. 15 minute warning sounded 4:45 pin 5:00 pin Competition concludes. 5:15 Shuttles depart for Anchor Inn 5:30 pin Dinner on your own. 6:00 pin Competition Officials and HostCity meet at Anchor Inn for debrief. Friday September 23rd, 2005 4:30 am Morning foodservice set-up, Anchor Inn 5:30 am Morning foodservice open, Anchor Inn 6:00 am Shuttles depart for competition sites. Captains and Volunteers should be ready and waiting at the Shuttle locations. 6:30 am Shuttles arriveon-site.15 minute warning sounded at 6:45 am. 7:00 am Competition begins. 9:45 am 15 minute warning sounded 10:00 amCompetition concludes 10:30 amShuttles depart eventsites.11:00 am Competitors Lunch on their own. 1:00 pin Shuttles depart Anchor Inn and arrive at Event sites 1:30 pin. 15 minute warning sounded at 1:45 pm. 2:00 pin Competition begins. 15 minute warning sounded 4:45 pin 5:00 pin Competition concludes. 5:15 Shuttles depart for Anchor Inn 5:30 pin Dinner on your own. 6:00 pin Competition Officials and HostCity meet at Anchor Inn for debrief. Saturday September 24th, 2005 4:30 am Morning foodservice set-up, Anchor Inn 5:30 am Morning foodservice open, Anchor Inn 92 6:00 am Shuttles depart for competition sites. Captains and Volunteers should be ready and waiting at the Shuttle locations. 6:30 am Shuttles arrive on-site. 15 minute warning sounded at 6:45 am. 7:00 am Competition begins. 9:45 am 15 minute warning sounded 10:00 amCompetition concludes 10:30 amShuttles depart event sites. 11:00 am Competitors Lunch on their own. 12:45 pmShuttles depart Anchor Inn and arrive at Maritime Heritage Centre for Symposium 1:00 pm Conservation Symposium begins. 3:00 pm Shuttles depart for Haig Brown Property for Media/VIP Event and site visit. 5:00 pm Shuttles depart for Anchor Inn. 6:30 pin Shuttles depart for Maritime Centre. 7:00 pm No-Host Bar Open 7:15 pin Welcome Address. Dinner is Served 8:00 pm Live Auction 9:00 pm Awards Program 9:30 pm Silent Auction closed and announced 11:00 pinShuttle to Anchor Inn 12:00 pinEvening concluded Sunday September 25th, 2005 12:00 pinHostCity and Event Officials meet at Anchor for debrief. Date Sunrise Sunset Solar Noon Monday, September 19, 2005 5:41AM 6:06PM 11:53:52 Tuesday, September 20, 2005 5:43AM 6:03PM 11:53:31 Wednesday, September 21, 2005 5:44AM 6:01 PM 11:53:10 Thursday, September 22, 2005 5:46AM 5:59PM 11:52:49 Friday, September 23, 2005 5:47AM 5:57PM 11:52:27 Saturday, September 24, 2005 5:49AM 5:54PM 11:52:06 Sunday, September 25, 2005 5:50AM 5:52PM 11:51:46 fly fishing Canada championships and conservation symposium Campbell over d Vancouver island a british Columbia 2005 Order of Ceremonies 6:30 pm Shuttles depart for Maritime Centre. 7:00 pm No-Host Bar Open 7:15 pm Jack Simpson Fly Fishing Canada President Welcoming Address Lynn Nash, Mayor's Welcome and Introduction of Charlie Cornfield and Rod Visser MC's Dinner is Served 8:00 pm Campbell River and Region Stewardship Awards 8:30 pm Live Auction 9:00 pm Awards Program 9:30 pm Silent Auction closed and announced 11:00 pmShuttle to Anchor Inn 12:00 pmEvening concluded 'F Alto , $ U haw Campbell River, British Columbia, will host the 3rd Fly Fishing Canada National Fly Fishing Championships and Conservation Symposium on 19-24 September, 2005. With a population hovering around 30,000, Campbell River is a modern, cosmopolitan city that offers all of the amenities and services one expects in this day and age, plus a few more that relate primarily to recreational fishing. Following are just a few of the reasons why Vancouver Island's newest city (April, 2005) was however, those who become involved are quickly won over. World Fly Fishing approached by Fly Fishing Canada to host this event. Championships have been around in Salmon Capital of months, much larger migratory Chinooks Europe since the early 1950s, but Canada pass through the area on their southward did not get involved until 1987, when the World spawning runs, and then local migratory Jack Simpson, then of Islington, Ontario, In the realm of saltwater fishing, Campbell Chinooks appear in August to fuel the leg- formed Fly Fishing Canada (FFC) as a not- River and Chinook salmon are synonymous. endary Tyee Club rowboat fishery off the for-profit organization that fielded the first The city's self-proclaimed title of "Salmon mouth of the Campbell River. Also present Team Canada. There has been a Canadian Capital of the World" hasbeenchallenged from midsummer until early fall are migra- team at every WFFC since, as well as every on various occasions over the years, and tory sockeye salmon plus local and migra- Commonwealth Fly Fishing Championship, while some places actually do have larger tory pink salmon, and then late summer to and the more recently established Oceania fish and more fish, it seldom lasts long as early winter finds runs of coho and chum Fly Fishing Championship (Canada appears they are migratory stocks that are merely salmon present, both local and migratory. as an invited guest in the latter case). passing through. None of the pretenders Add to all of this the world famous river At the 1993 WFFC held at Kamloops, to this particular throne have the combi- (after which the city is named) and its major B.C. (the first time ever in North America), nation of easy road and air accessibility, a tributary the Quinsam River, plus 105 public FFC was instrumental in introducing the long-established infrastructure dedicated to accessible lakes within a one-hour drive of strict catch-and-release regulation that has accommodating and servicing anglers, and, the city limits, and you have the solid mak- been practiced at WFFC events ever since, most importantly, dependable year-round ings of an angler's paradise. and it also introduced the first Conservation Chinook salmon fishing. Symposium, which now plays an important The baitfish-rich northern Strait of Thumbnail History role in all competitions. The Symposium Georgia is a major feeding ground for local has also become a deciding factor in deter- and southern Chinook stocks, known col- of Competitive Fly mining the venues for championships, for lectively as "feeders," which range from the only way a country or locale can qualify juveniles of single-digit weights to "tyee" Fishing is if they have a success story concerning class trophies of 30 pounds. Starting in late To the uninformed, "competitive fly topics such as degraded riparian or wetland May and continuing throughout the summer fishing" may seem like an oxymoron; habitat being rehabilitated, lost recreational 44 THE CANADIAN FLY FISHER MAYIJULY 2005 THE THIRDCANADIAN FLYFISHING CHAMPIONSHIPS:CAMPBELLRIVER, B.C. fishing opportunities being re-established; What Competitors A 5 or 6 weight outfit will suffice for or troubled fish stocks being rescued and May Expect trout in the lakes, rivers, estuaries and salt- restored. Those in attendance at these sym- Depending upon the lake selected, compet- water beaches, and even pink salmon if there posiums have been amazed to discover that itors in the 3rd NFFC may fish for rainbows, are a few late runners off the beaches (very locations as far apart as Sweden and New coastal cutthroat trout, and/or Dolly Varden doubtful, but never say never). For river fish- Zealand, or Finland and the USA, often char During the September time frame, the ing, consider a 7 or 8 weight. have similar problems and, even more rivers will probably still hold remnants of Rod length is a personal choice, but the important, feasible solutions to them. the pink salmon run, and will certainly offer standard is 9 to 9 1/2 feet. Plan on floating, FFC was also responsible for develop- Chinooks, early-running coho, sea-run cut- sink-tip and slow-sink lines for freshwater ing and establishing the Youth World Fly throat, and a few summer-run steelhead. use. Fishing Championship and Conservation Other than hooking into a 20 or 40 pound Most out-of-province competitors will find Symposium, with the first event held in Chinook on a light fly rod, thereshouldn't that their stillwater fly boxes hold plenty of 1998 at Wrexham, Wales. be too many adjustment problems for anglers productive patterns, especially those contain- who are used to fishing moving and still ing good selections representing chironomids, waters elsewhere, but it's probably a fairly nymphs and leeches. While it never hurts to The Birth of the safe bet that for many, if not most, wading have a good range of dry flies, the truth is Canadian National and fly fishing for Pacific salmon and trout that most Island fly fishers rely heavily on from an ocean beach will be a first. Tom Thumbs in sizes 16 though 4. River Fly Fishing flies should lean heavily toward simple egg Championships or roe patterns, Woolly Worms and Woolly The Canadian national event (1st Freshwater Tackle Buggers in various sizes and colour combi- NFFC) was born at Russell, located in the and Flies nations, and small to fairly large hair wing Manitoba Parkland, in September 2003. September is usually a dependably nice streamers, usually called bucktails locally Competitors arrived from Newfoundland, month on Vancouver Island, but do pack no matter what the dressing. Visitors will B.C., the Northwest Territories, and points some warm clothing for going out on the probably find that what attracts East Coast between, and many of the same people water and the cool evenings, and a light- brown trout, Quebec brook trout, Ontario who were in attendance showed up at the weight rain jacket (just in case). Don't forget lake trout and Prairie rainbows will probably 2nd NFFC in October, 2004 at Kenauk, your sunglasses and sunscreen. work equally as well in West Coast waters. Quebec. Virtually all of these former com- W s arerequiredforbeachand river That said, they should plan on visiting two petitors have already booked in for the 3rd fishing, with chest waderirecommended of the finest outdoor stores on Vancouver NFFC, and at time of writing (mid April) over Sporurrim and Tyve Marine the number of registrants is well over half- egis felt, but felt with soft way toward reaching its minimum goal of 60 competitors. The purpose of holding NFFCs is to determine which competitors will be in contention to become Team Canada mem- bers for the World and Commonwealth events. For this reason, NFFCs follow as closely as possible the rules and regula- tions of the international WFFCs, where a typical championship will involve a 50/50 split of lake and river fishing. This year will be the first time that saltwater beach fishing has been introduced into the mix. Executive Director, Jack Simpson, explained that while saltwater beach fish- ing opportunities exist in other jurisdic- tions (New Zealand, Australia, the USA and various Scandinavian locales), the emphasis has always been on freshwater trout, char, grayling and whitefish. This, then, is yet another first step introduced by Canada that may lead to changes in the future. THE CANADIAN FLY FISHER MAY/JULY 2005 45 TheThirdNational sum w for 20 i tinsThus. as 35 a.w tai r4 ;:`, 15 ?c 20 -a- IOU - Sf points, 1 At each day's end. adni.inis:ttutors will isoin _ caIit tltrle the Calls .there!, and credit them to O'tlttrlit°t6talalslit,=a 11/1"/1, a a hi c atawlii fish 's°ii: points, while thate ionsis who got skunked %ise suitable w:uses to eight meanttit but Only figs; ° pirmlitied lot' their ° luc, In o. words, each day to lish_ The other three might be the team of conetitian isn t much different than a caaptain, a designated alternate, and a IN tier. rtu iriii;tl day of tisltiaag, except that each par- Most teams cOtOtist art- li e earntittit's. "Aith tic,ilxvttAdLA[is sot kwit rruics that were oneWring as to ani a.,aptain, c rlma3 nn toavcnm e involved,and art. ne r nn91`.whirsmay Git ost atst :Tast,tlss r dad f : pt score; on bins ihe,)' made 3i, al,-hart rnaatt he part of an ofl°at.iat team in ,}rdc; to c'iintriete,. f'he> .an either ham a theVictors limn 'UtIol;ect iftern elves. or he app}iinted in one way the ta?ant;.ers These aarran,,ed the Spoils ti azai'.c. E.:ai u 'suit>.ltic ri.arie' it, ielenativ licit tntompi.-Lhion n cinli ,rs themselves. and if in contention \ kill qual- of the winning teams receive gold, ',miser it\ for the team medals. The bronze medal sand biome medal=., aid siniil;ar° thecae' team at both prec ions N11-Cs had members ate presented to the top ihrec indis idual~._ front Nessloundland and B.C [Team Nets fie In addition, the main ictual void medallist Dogs t. s+, ins the c:osciCti 04 lug Austin[ ;.rust;;il OnSeptember, 19-24 of this year, to Face-person teams are necessary in order Trophy, which cuninueuioi'ales the memttrv types of eonY `ts will tales in idid to conduct the sisat etliae miioca'liiv The of a f,a,rulirig mernber of Fly t"isltisYt: ICI^tNatiima.l Fl) FishingaCh mptonshipa iireraf%i+t4.w'i p willhe held over l v'. tlaeiee C attada_ rout rio.l",, d' its w hiji Competitors + o cash or expensive prizes awlaauuIdexi River, oBC. 'Aboutone third Of the 60 m opposing tars will fish two in a -,or rmitted The main theme at tell expected will have previous e. rience achiul eyl of a site con- FIPS-Mouche sanctioned fly fishing: having competed in one or both of the ensuies thatthen adhereto all coirtpetiticaF ait ictnidshr,p.saamairailerit", fist two NFFCs. and a fees of them [.geldc restrictions. local fishing regulations the exchange t,l inl urril:itia+nand nicer`, also have participated in several World, and protocols. consercat:tin, and above alt, has in.r tun. Commonwealth and Oceania fl} fishing On a posted ris e roan or seashore ' be a4. championships. Although a few of the ease opposing teats members w ill be.° paired The Afte remaining two thirds may base fished In to afltttthen; to ,erse its ac,)mrslierlip. local catregional competitions.for nto. _ ; ac.h tithe: Sac jud:e* a,i;t s,31: i13sc ilic A,leasproved at Kan;lut'p-, B t. it will be their "haaptisni or tire' 'r'199 - t?ia 301 ', i,-le F1 T,"1e'*tne IIn( r Ityi,>*'pr fi;)nci:;,. t;r Iteli '}the t'edet-rszai fs>tt rtiar}ti r,.'.i>` sir y.,,lzr :. :d9, A is4i- a- r,.r:: .1 ;'11:.3'h,`i_a i. :a Ai3 -t equal clay a _-onc;e:nheater°citi m,tx:rntna:tii li:netll the nutiiher, hook l,c:ritti 97 Teresa Davis From: Lana [[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2005 5:03 PM To: [email protected] Subject: FW: Taping in Campbell River Importance: High Hi Teresa, Could you review the following information, and let me know if you are able to and/or interested in supporting this exciting opportunity with Tourism Vancouver Island? There is a crew of three coming to Campbell River to cover a fishing competition in September. Colin McKeown, producer o fthe New Fly Fisher television series is looking to have the Canadian Fly Fisher Magazine and The New Fly Fisher come to Campbell River to write an article & tape a show on the competition plus do one companion show/article on fly fishing and Vancouver Island. Currently, their costs are $8,000, but if they were to have assistance with 50%, then their budget will allow them to do this project. They have already liaised with several guides/lodges and fly fishing groups on Vancouver Island and The New Fly Fisher would be coming to tape a total of five shows for broadcast on PBS and other broadcasters. You can read more about the two respective mediums at: www.thenewflyfisher.com and www.canflyfish.com The dates of interest are 16-26 September, and they are requesting accommodations, a vehicle and meals for that period plus flights from Ottawa. If we can cover the accommodations, vehicle, and flights, then their budget will allow them to cover field productions costs (camera, crew, etc). I can approach Tourism BC to see if they are able to support flights, and I'll work with you (and a list of which guides/lodges which they have already contacted) for accommodations. Transportation on the island shouldn't be a problem. Please let me know at your earliest convenience if you think we can pull this off. Cheers, Lana Kingston Media Relations Manager Tourism Vancouver Island 203 - 335 Wesley Street Nanaimo, BC V9R 2T5 Canada email: [email protected] Direct: 250-740-1213 General Inquiries: 250-754-3500 Fax: 250-754-3599 Web: www.islands.bc.ca Vancouver Island continues to be recognized as a premier vacation destination. For the fifth year in a row Vancouver Island has been rated 1 eaiafth Services .rice-wide sc' G. - well, Chair A U T H O R I T Y 'alth. Lynda Cn iston, President and CEO August 12th, 2005 Her Worship Mayor Nash District of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Road CampbellRiver, BC V9W 4C7 Dear Mayor Nash: Over the past few years, the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) has reported to groups across the province on the achievements being made by the PHSA and its agencies. I am writing to you to provide you with a special version of this report,Steps Forward in Research.The quality of our research is one of the reasons behind our increasing national and international recognition and respect. It may surprise you to know that in 2003/04, more than 500 researchers at PHSA agencies were engaged in research supported by approximately $150 million in research grants and funding,making us one of the biggest health research players in Canada.Every dollar in hard funding generates up to three additional dollars from external funders. Research generates economic benefits, and helps BC attract and retain the brightest and best scientists and health professionals. Research offers the promise of better treatments and technologies. Research improves the way we deliver health care to patients. I am also including ourThree-Year Progress Review Highlights.It shows the advances the PHSA is making in its primary role of ensuring that BC residents have access to a coordinated network of high-quality specialized health care services. The PHSA manages and governs a number of provincial agencies that deliver these care services, including: BC Cancer Agency; BC Centre for Disease Control; BC Children's Hospital and Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children; 700 - 1380 Burrard Street, Vancouver, British Coluryabia V6Z 2 Canada 604 675 7400 tel604 708 2700 t-z` Ta.ca BC Provincial Renal Agency; BC Transplant Society; BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre; BC Mental Health & Addiction Services (which includes Riverview Hospital, Forensic Psychiatric Services, and child and youth mental health programs at Children's Hospital); and, PHSA Cardiac Services. The recognition these agencies receive for their achievements in programs, services, and research - within BC, across Canada, and throughout North America - increases every year. The PHSA is proud of its role in planning, funding, and operating their programs and services, and we are working with Vancouver Island Health, Fraser Health, Interior Health, Northern Health, and Vancouver Coastal Health to ensure quality and equitable access to the specialized health services patients need. Specialized services delivered by the health authorities, such as thoracic surgery, and trauma are planned, coordinated, evaluated, and in some cases funded by the PHSA. We also facilitate projects with health authorities and other partners to address health system issues, including the Provincial Surgical Services Project, and the Provincial Emergency Services Project. Through the PHSA policy of holding open board meetings across BC, I have seen the pride shown by British Columbians who have experienced these agencies in their lives. This recognition of our health care specialists and care providers is gratifying and motivates us to make sure that we find more solutions to improve the health of people in your community, and in communities across the province. Steps Forward in Research,and theThree-Year Progress Reviewmay bring to mind healthtopicsyou would likeconsideredfor future PHSA publications. If you have any healthtopicideas,or questions regardingspecific healthissues, please contact PHSACommunicationsat 604-675-7474. You will also find our website www.phsa.ca is a goodsource for informationon ouractivitiesand operations. Steps Forward in Research and our Three-Year Progress Review reflect the excellent work done by British Columbians devoted to our health care system. I look forward to reporting to you on new achievements in the months ahead. Sincerely, G. (Wynne) Powell Chair, PHSA Enclosures 09/02/2005 15:29 2502879280 IJI5UUVIKY l;HIKU rr- UI TAY CC)k (L NU ? RL SGARCN RUN August 31, 2005 Honourable Mayor Nash & Council District of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Rd. Campbell River, BC Dear Mayor Nash & Members of Council: Sunday, September 18th marks the 25th annual Terry Fox Run. I am happy to report that last year's event was a resounding success and our community spirit of support and enthusiasm for the Terry Fox Run is as strong as ever. As it is the "Silver Anniversary" of Terry's run this year, we are expecting an even bigger turnout due to increased media coverage nationally. Our run location is the Timberline Highschool parking lot, with registration at 9:00 AM and the run scheduled to commence at 10:00 AM. We expect approximately 400 participants for the day's events. We hope also to see as many of Campbell River's elected officials as possible come out and participate. As in year's past, to honour Terry's memory, could we again fly a Terry Fox flag from the District flagpole for the week leading up to September 18th. I look forward to your reply and your participation. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely yours Richard R. Cronk Chairman Campbell River Terry Fox Run Ph.287-8487(day) Fax 287-9280 www.terryfoxrun.org An Open Email Letter to the Mayor and City Council of Campbell River I have read a number of newspaper articles regarding the removal of economic enterprises located on the Spit Road to make room for additional city parks. We appreciate the parks already provided for residents. However, we are especially saddened because our family has been seasonal residents at the Tyee Resort and Marina for over 30 years. We were the "Kids" who came to visit our parents, Bill and Louise McGee, during the summer. Our parents were active in their local church, lace making group, and were active boaters and fishermen. Campbell River became their second home. When our folks passed away, we "Kids" took over ownership of the mobil home and the boat and continued to stay at the Tyee Resort and Marina. My wife and I have been coming here for 25 years, and during these years we have made many friends and shared in the community. We are members of Campbell River Museum and have enjoyed many cultural and environmental opportunities offered in this wonderful community. We have also been loyal customers at the local stores. We always enjoy fishing in these beautiful waters even when the catching is poor. Now our children and grandchildren have become the new "Kids" coming up to enjoy their vacation with us, the Grandparents. We are being required to give up our home and way of life as are our neighbors, some who are Canadians and live on the Spit year round. As visitors we have contributed to the community, now we hope the community will recognize us. Donna and Bernie Barber Phoenix, Arizona CampbellRiver,British Columbia 3200 Spit Rd. # 22 287 2217 Mayor Lynn Nash Members of the City Council 301 St. Ann's Campbell River, B.C. Dear Mayor and Councilors. I am astonished that you are going to allow some to stay on the spit and not us. We are quite a little settlement down here. I wonder how many of you have ever been down here. How proud we are. Most of us have lovely gardens - made by our own hard work and lawns that are lovely. We have 10 families here with 2 families having children that go to the local schools. We all look after what we have by repairing or doing things to our homes - lots of money spent on taxes, food and repairs. We feel we are quite an asset to the town. How many years down the road will it be before you actually get working down here. It was close to 5 years before anything was done with Holiday Shores. It was a mess - left empty will become a great place for people to hang out. - do their smoking etc. which creates another problem - will require people to oversee the area. Our ramp is a busy place generating employment for locals who repair clean, paint and varnish boats. I am one of the people who live here year round and would love to stay. Please reconsider your plans. Most people are shocked when they hear the news. Many are repeat tourists who just love it here. Some are from town. I think you could include us as a tourist resort as well as the Silver King Lodge. Thank You Cecil J. Mills 1-3200 Tyee Spit Rd. P.O.Box 6900 Campbell River, B.C.VPW 6V3 250-830-0990 September 1, 2005 W.T. Halstead City Clerk Cityof Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Rd. CampbellRiver,B.C. Canada V9W 4C7 Re; Tyee Spit Dear Mr.Halstead: Please find attacheda copyof a letter thatI havewritten addressedto the Mayor and City Council members. I will be unable to attend the City Council meeting on September 19, 2005 where the matter of the City Councils planned amendment of the Campbell River Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw is scheduled to be heard because I will be in Atlanta, Georgia on that day. I therefore request that you cause the content of my letter to be read into the record, and made a part of the official record of that proceeding. Thank you in advance for your courtesy in this matter. Respectfully submitted, V Cecil J. Mills 104 Cecil J. Mills 1-3200 Tyee Spit Rd. P.O. Box 6900 Campbell River. B.C. V9W 6V3 250-830-0990 August 30, 2005 Hon. Lynn Nash, Mayor Hon. Members of the City Council City of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Rd. Campbell River, B.C. Canada V9W 4C7 Re: Tyee Resort Ltd. LeaseExtension Dear Mayor Nash and Councillors: I am a taxpaying guest resident of the Tyee Resort Ltd. located on the Tyee Spit in Campbell River. My wife and I have enjoyed Campbell River for three or four months a year for the last several years. One of the great attractions of the City of Campbell River is the wonderful way we are treated by the Canadian people. We are made to feel at home, respected as visitors and made to feel as though the merchants of the City are truly happy to have our business. The City Council has designated many thousands of dollars to a Board or Commission solely for the purpose of finding ways to enhance tourist spending in Campbell River. I sincerely doubt that one of their recommendations will be to further eliminate and reduce the available number of RV parking spots in the City, reduce affordable housing or indicate to tourists anxious to spend large sums of money in the City that they are no longer welcome, as will be done if your proposal for the Tyee Spit is adopted without permitting Tyee Resort Ltd. to remain on the Spit. It would appear arguable from reviewing the plan you propose that you, the duly elected officials of the City of Campbell River, want the tourist dollar, but you don't want to have to put up with the inconvenience of the tourists. I have been aware of the proposal to convert the property occupied by Tyee Resort Ltd. to a park for several years and in fact I have discussed the proposal with City Staff many times. I was informed two years ago by your code enforcement officer that one of the reasons Tyee Resort Ltd. would not be given an extension of their lease was because that if the City extended any of the leases it would be obligated by law to honor any extension request made by any other Tyee Spit business and may well open all of the leases up to public bidding and since the City had no desire to extend the lease of any existing business currently operating on the Spit except the actual float plane businesses, no lease extensions would be recommended to Council by the City Planning Staff. The West Coast Helicopter operation and Silver King Lodge, I am told, mounted a petition drive along with seeking business support and the City is now proposing to allow both 1 Y - J businesses to remain on the Spit and the only business being directed to leave is the Tyee Resort Ltd. I have no animosity whatsoever toward either the Silver King Lodge or the I lelicopter operation and I wish them only the best of long and happy business relations on the Spit. I am completely in accord with the decision to allow the float planes to remain on the Spit. The arguments in support of their position are many and well taken. The same cannot be said of the Helicopter operation. Other helicopter operations exist in the City and it appears that the helicopters have no more need than one of the local auto dealerships or taxi companies to operate their business from the Spit. The City notice on this topic describes Silver King Lodge as a tourist resort and while it may well be it also serves as a stay overnight and depart for other points motel for the float plane businesses and I suspect that the recreation revenue generated there for the City of Campbell River is small compared to that generated by the guests of Tyee Resort Ltd. This discriminatory action by the City in favor of one tourist resort over another appears to so manifestly unfair as to be legally actionable. My only animosityis directedtoward the unfairtreatment beingreceived by Tyee Resort Ltd. The logic of your proposalescapes me, perhaps it is because there is no logicto the City's proposal and it proceeds solely as a political agenda that perhaps involves some animosity on the part of either the Elected Officials of the City or the City Staff toward theowners and operatorsof Tyee Resort Ltd. I raise thisissue asa result of having attended a public hearing on August 24, 2005 at the City Council chambers. Not even one elected official was present and the meeting was presided over by one Paul Stanton who said he was the City Planning Services Manager. We the public were provided the opportunity to discuss the Tyee Spit Proposal, during which Mr. Stanton repeatedly referred to the Tyee Resort Ltd. as a residential development that didn't fit into the City's planned commercial and recreational use of the Spit property. The Tyee Resort is a business enterprise within the City of Campbell River, duly constituted by law and licensed by the City and should be treated as such by the Elected Officials and Staff of the City. I left the meeting after having an opportunity to express some of my views to Mr. Stanton and it was later reported to me by a resident of the Spit that remained at the meeting that Mr. Paul Stanton said that he was aware that the guests of the Tyee Resort Ltd were circulating petitions to be allowed to remain, which is true, however it was reported that Mr. Paul Stanton went on to say that it didn't matter what we did the issue had already been decided and was final. I find the actions and comments of Mr. Stanton, if true as reported, to be particularly disturbing and completely inappropriate since the Alternative Approval Process is underway with respect to the Tyee Spit and Estuary Lands Acquisition Bylaw no. 2225 and Mr. Stanton nor anyone else in the City knows what will happen until the votes are counted on or after 2 Sept.19, 2005 unless the vote of the people of Campbell River is irrelevant. The hypocrisy of those comments is appalling and should be sanctioned, if true. In support of extendingthe Tyee Resort Ltd.lease please considerthe following: 1.Tyee Resort Ltd. is a tourist resort containing 17 trailer homes and 13 Recreational Vehicle plug in sites. The 17 permanent guest homes, by October, 2005 will be occupied by about 12 Canadian families who live here year round and the remainder by Americans who spend on average 4-6 months of the year in Campbell River. Several of the RV Sites are occupied by Canadians who spend the summer months enjoying the beauty of the Tyee Spit. 2.The economic impact on the City if your proposal is allowed to proceed will be significant as set forth herein: a.Tyee Resort Ltd. Pays the City in excess of $54,000.00 per year in rent. b. The permanent guest home owners pay to the Tyee Resort Ltd. rent in an amount approximating $127,000.00 per year. c.Each of the 30 sites generates at least $15,000.00 to $20,000.00 per year in tourist income to the businesses of Campbell River, based upon the amount my wife and I contribute to the City economy during the time we are in Campbell River. This amounts to at least $450,000.00 to $600,000.00 per year. d. The Canadian families living as permanent guests here at the Tyee Resort spend year round, which very conservatively brings in an additional $240,000.00 to the economy of the City. The proposed action of the City will displace Canadian Citizens on a fixed income as well as at least one family surviving only on disability income by eliminating some of the last affordable housing in Campbell River. These families may well be forced to seek accommodation in other cities thereby depriving the City of Campbell River altogether of the money they spend in town to survive. If these figures are close to being accurate, and I believe them to be on the low side, the City is proposing to eliminate a minimum of at least$871,000.00 ner yearfrom the Campbell River economy plus the taxes that are paid to the City by the permanent guest, home owners located within the Tyee Resort Ltd. If my numbers are only slightly low. Then it appears that the City Council is willing to permanently eliminate$1,000,000.00per year from the economy of a distressed City where the elected officials are purportedly looking for ways to assist the business community. 2- I was raised to believe that Citizens elected Officials to perform the tasks of government while protecting the rights of the electors while performing for the good of the Citizens. To discriminate against one business in favor of another very similar business hardly seems to be for the public good, especially when it appears that the business being discriminated against may well contribute substantially more to the economy of the City than does the business receiving the preferential treatment. 7 The Alternative Approval Process seems to me to be a negative approach to the settlement of disputes. To require that one vote to deny a lease to the Silver King Lodge and the Helicopter operation, when we have no quarrel with them, seems an unusual method of legislating, however that is the process. We guests of the Tyee Resort Ltd. have chosen not to follow that course of action, since hurting the Silver King Lodge and/or the current Helicopter business, without helping ourselves does us no good whatsoever. We have chosen instead to gather signatures from Campbell River residents and business owners and employees who directly benefit from the million dollars a year we spend. We think that this a positive and not a negative approach and we sincerely urge the Councillors and Mayor to honor our effort to remain on the Tyee Spit by considering the many petitions signed by Campbell River residents that we will submit and accept them as a positive expression of the voters of the City that they would rather have the economic benefit we provide than to have another underutilized park that tax dollars must maintain. If the Council reflects on this matter I have no doubt that a method can be found to then offer an extended lease to the operator of the Tyee Resort Ltd., in line with the City stated objective of two years ago. That is: treat all of the businesses currently on the Tyee Spit fairly and in a similar fashion. Respectfully submitted, Cecil J. Mills Message Page 1 of 1 Kaylene Simmons From: Laurel Klus Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2005 2:44 PM To: Kaylene Simmons Subject: FW: Tyee Resort on the Tyee Spit Here's the email you were looking for. Laurel. -----Original Message----- From: Lynn Nash Sent: September 7, 2005 1:30 PM To: Laurel Klus Subject: FW: Tyee Resort on the Tyee Spit -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: August 27, 2005 12:59 PM To: Lynn Nash Subject: Tyee Resort on the Tyee Spit After coming here in our motor home for 15 years, we purchased a mobile home at the Tyee Resort and Marina on the Tyee Spit three (3) years ago as our 2nd home. Now the city informs us that we all have to move our mobile homes within one year. We have also found out they have no intentions of reimbursing us for our expenses or inconvenience. In other words, they are telling us they don't want our tax money or our purchases. Last year alone, we spent over $100,000 here on boat repair and remodeling our mobile. And now they just want us to pack up our belongings and go back to the United States. What is most amazing to us is that the purpose of vacating this land is to construct another unused park for the Community. Why does the City Council want to sacrifice income and spend more of the residents hard-earned tax dollars on another park on the Spit when there are already two parks here which are hardly used? We live in a gated community in Southern California. My guess is that there are at least forty (40) percent Canadians who own property there as well. Approximately fifty (50) percent of the people I play golf with are Canadian and I consider them my friends.I can't even IMAGINE we would ever think of asking them to move out of their vacation homes and not offer to reimburse them for their property's value and their inconvenience, if the city government wanted to build a community park in that location. And we certainly don't tell them that because they are Canadians, they have to pay more money for rent or other purchases and services, but we have found that to be that case here. As I mentioned before, we have been coming to Campbell River for 18 years. All those years we have been buying our fishing license for about $300 per year. And yet, because we are Americans, they tell us if we catch any fish, we can't even can them. But we can go to the local grocery and buy all the canned salmon we want. That, to us, does not make any sense. I always feel that Canadians are equal to me and are absolutely no different.I sure wish they would reciprocate my feelings. Residents at Tyee Resort, Everett & Carol Beich 9/8/2005 CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER LEGISLATIVESERVICES DEPARTMENT 301 St. Ann's Road, Campbell River, B.C. V9W 4C7 Telephone: 250.286.5700; Fax: 250.286.5760 File: 0110-01/MISC September 8, 2005 «Name_Address>> Dear oSalutation: Re: TyeeResort and Marina This letter is to acknowledge receipt of your « Date>> correspondence to Mayor Nash requesting that the Tyee Resort and Marina be allowed to remain on the Spit. Your letter was presented to Council at its September 12, 2005 meeting. While Council appreciates your concern, a commitment was made to the community in 1994, that the Tyee Spit was purchased for park purposes. The purchase bylaw permitted the existing lease to remain for 10 years to use the lease payments to pay the debt. An amendment was approved in 2000 to allow the aircraft related uses to be extended from 10 years to 25 years so that the lease revenue could also be used to pay for the shoreline rehabilitation and park development. The leases for the Tyee Resort and Holiday Shores were not extended and remain as 10 non renewable terms to expire October 2006.This date was established when the Spit was purchased in 1994 and it is Council's intention to respect the commitment to the community to complete the park development on the easterly side of the Spit. The 2000 amendment to the Official Community Plan permitted only fixed wing aircraft related uses. Helicopter and tourist accommodation uses such as Silver King Lodge were not permitted. These two uses have been the subject of much debate and Council has previously received significant community support in favour of retaining them on the Spit. Council's challenge was to be able to locate them within the area previously designated for commercial leases.The draft Official Community Plan provides for the existing lodge (Silver King) and helicopter businesses to remain on the Spit, provided they can be accommodated with in the designated commercial lease area. The draft OCP has been reviewed during public meetings and is scheduled to proceed through Public Hearing and adoption in the fall of 2005.Negotiations with existing businesses have provided an opportunity to retain both Silver King Lodge and West Coast Helicopters. Silver King will remain at its existing site on a reduced area the remainder of which will be added to the site designated for public viewing area parking. West Coast Helicopters will be provided a site on what is currently the southerly portion of the Vancouver Island Air site. The lease for the Tyee Resort expires October 31, 2006 and is non renewable. The result of the termination of the lease of the Tyee Resort and Holiday Shores and the relocation of West Coast Helicopters will facilitate the completion of the park development.Phase 1 of a 4 Phase Park Development Plan was completed in early 2005. Phase 2 will commence upon the removal of Tyee Resort and the relocation of West Coast Helicopters, Cox Logging, MJM Air and R&N Logging. The public use portion of the Spit will be 74% of the overall area when Tyee Resort vacates the site. Ref.M Legislative Services Department Shared DatalCrnmcil CorrespondenceAclmowledgement2001TyeeRecortimd ALarina Replies doc 0 Page 2 of 2 Tyee Spit and Estuary Lands Acquisition Amendment Bylaw 318 1 makes provision for a tourist resort (Silver King Lodge) and a helicopter base (West Coast Helicopters). The term of the Tyee Resort lease is not part of the Alternate Approval Process for Bylaw 3181. By providing sites for West Coast Helicopters and Silver King Lodge, within the designated lease area, Bylaw 3181 supports two existing businesses while maintaining the integrity of the original goal to acquire the Tyee Spit for public use but in a way that provides revenue for-park development and general maintenance of the Spit. The information in this letter is a matter of public record. The amendment proposed in Bylaw 3181 is a fine tuning of a plan put in place in 1994.Discussions regarding notice to relocate will be between the Tyee Resort owner and you as the tenant. I can appreciate the concerns that you have in respect of loosing the opportunity of living in such a beautiful setting. Yours truly, W. T. Halstead City Clerk WTH RefM.ILegirlativeServices DepartmentlSharedData lComcilCorrespon c ledgemenl2OO51Tyo-.RR00rroadMarinaRepJesdoc City of Campbell River MEDIA RELEASE - September 12, 2005 CITY, PROVINCE AND BAND AGREE TO TERMS ON THE SIX-A CRE SITE The City has had an interest in lands owned by the Province since 1991 [1300 and 1310 Island Highway] "the six-acre site".The original Master Land Agreement for the site, and signed by the Campbell River Indian Band, the Province, Federal Government and the City, held that the City had ten years to build a "community use" on the property. The "community use" first had to be approved by the Campbell River Indian Band, the Province and the Federal government and then constructed before the deadline. The City would then be given a restricted title to the property and the community use. The City has tried to develop the site for "community use" since signing the Master Land Agreement in 1991. In 1991, a referendum for a community centre to be built on the site was held. That referendum failed. In 1996 the municipality proposed a joint commercial/ community use development on the site. This was rejected by the Province as being beyond the terms of the Master Land Agreement. In 1997, the Campbell River Indian Band proposed an application for a destination casino, utilizing the six-acre site for the development of a hotel, convention centre and casino. The City agreed to support the Band's application. In 1998, the Campbell River Indian Band was given approval in principle for the destination casino. The Band however, was not able to meet all the terms of the Provincial approval and in 2003 the Province rescinded the approval in principle, putting the site back under its original conditions as laid out in the Master Land Agreement. In 2004 as part of a plan to seek public ideas for the development of the property, the City called for submissions on development ideas. The City received 23 proposals and submissions.All were innovative and all contained either commercial or residential components.Under the terms of the original 1991 Master Land Agreement none of these could be developed. The City then pushed the Province to allow the land to be developed to its highest and best use. Working with the Campbell River Indian Band and the Province, the City has negotiated new terms for the development of the site. To that end, a new agreement has been signed by Council and the Band and has been sent to the Provincial and Federal Government for ratification. The Agreement sees three acres of the parcel granted to the City with unrestricted title. [The City agrees to pay the difference between the appraised value of community use/public assembly and the highest and best use as determined by an independent appraiser]. The other three acres-of the parcel will be granted to the Campbell River Indian Band, with conditions, as laid out in the original Master Land Agreement. The Band will be given restricted title to the property on the condition they use the site for "Band community use" or negotiate an agreement with the Provincial government over the valuation of the property. With the signing of this new agreement, the City intends to move quickly to market their three-acre property. The process of marketing the site will begin in September 2005. A call for proposals will be advertised and subject to the successful proponents concept, the City will move through a rezoning of the site. Contact: Douglas D. Raines (250) 286-5706 -30112 BACKGROUNDER MASTER LAND AGREEMENT HISTORY: In the late 1980's the Campbell River Indian Band had support from the Federal Department of Indian and Northern Affairs for the infiiling of the foreshore in Campbell River for the development of a marina and commercial project. In order to see the project go ahead, the Band needed the riparian rights attached to the foreshore properties to be in their hands to allow the infill project to proceed. The Band was unable to obtain the riparian rights from the owners of 1357 Island Highway. The Band, at that time, approached the City of Campbell River to intervene on behalf of the Campbell River Indian Band with the owners of 1357 Island Highway and acquire the site by the City. The City would then give up the riparian rights, in turn allowing for the infilling of the foreshore by the Band. The municipality bought 1357 Island Highway for $900,000, thereby allowing the infill project to proceed. As part of the conditions of sale, the municipality requested that a portion of the infilled lands be given to the City for the development of a community use. From these negotiations, the Master Land Agreement was signed among the Federal, Provincial, Campbell River Indian Band and the municipality in 1991. The Agreement stipulated that within a ten year time frame, the City must, to the satisfaction of the Band and the Province, construct a community use facility and in turn would be given restricted title to the six acres for the approved community use.In 1991, the municipality went to referendum for the development of a community centre on the site.This referendum was defeated.In 1996, the municipality proceeded to put forward a proposal for a joint commercial community use facility. This concept was rejected at the time by the Province who stated that the Master Land Agreement stipulated that the site could only be used for community use, which they defined in a very restricted way. In 1997, the Campbell River Indian Band approached the municipality about the use of the six-acre site as part of a nine-acre development for a destination casino, which would include a hotel, convention centre and casino. They obtained approval in principle in 1998 for the destination casino application from the Province.The Band then entered into negotiations with various parties, casino operators, hoteliers, developers and the Provincial government over the ensuing six years. The Band tried to meet all the conditions of the approval.In 2003 the Band was told by the Province that they did not fulfill the conditions of the approval in principle and the Province revoked the licence for a destination casino. The City had obtained extensions to the Master Land Agreement as a back up plan in case the destination casino did not go ahead, with the latest extension expiring September 30, 2005. The City has, over the course of the last two years, negotiated with the Province and the Band an arrangement which would free all parties from the Master Land Agreement and see title for development given to the parties in question. To that end, a new agreement has been struck which sees the parcel split between the Campbell River Indian Band and the City and the three acres acquired by the City to be fee simple, with no restrictions on title.This will allow the City the opportunity to seek proposals from the development community regarding the site. The Band, in turn, will be granted three acres of the site.The conditions under the Master Land Agreement will still hold for the Band property. They will be able to use the site for "Band community use", until such time as the Band has negotiated with the Provincial government other terms for the development of the site.With the signing of this new agreement, the City will move forward with proposal calls for developers to acquire the site. The City is looking for the best proposal for the site and will then move forward with the rezoning to the appropriate use. The City will pay to the Province the difference between the public use valuation and the highest and best use as determined by an independent appraiser. The payment of the difference will occur over four years. After fourteen years and numerous attempts to develop the site, the City will now be able to move forward on its own to see three acres of the site developed. COUNCIL MEETING, MONDAY, AUGUST22, 2005 at 6:00p.m.in the City of Campbell River Council Chambers, 301 St Ann's Road, Campbell River, BC PRESENT: Chair - Mayor L. Nash, Councillors: M. Ashley, C. Cornfield, R. Grant, Wm. Matthews, M. Ostler, L. Ruehlen, D.D. Raines - City Manager, T. Stevens - Corporate Services Director, D. Burns - Municipal Services Director, R. Neufeld - Engineering Services Manager, G. Brown - Public Works Manager, L. Stright - RCMP Inspector, P. Stanton - Planning Services Manager, R. Harley - Bylaw Enforcement/Property Services Manager, W.T. Halstead- City Clerk IN-CAMERA BUSINESS: 05-0777 Ostler/Ashley: "THAT Council move In-Camera under the CARRIED authority of Section 90 (1) (c), (e) of the Community Charter. " Council recessed at 6:00 p.m. and resumed at 7:30 p.m. following the In-Camera business. 1. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONS: (a) James Ruttan spoke in opposition to the Tyee Club remaining on Tyee Spit and the remainder being converted to parkland. He advised that he purchased a trailer on September 15, 2004 at the Tyee Resort and at that time he heard that the term would be limited, but the length of time was uncertain. Mr. Ruttan stated that, as a senior he has limited income to move. Mr. Ruttan questioned why Council spent money on park development on the Spit and wanted to know where the revenue will come from to replace the rent from the Tyee Resort. Mr. Ruttan stated that he has heard that tenants will be given one year following termination of the lease in October, 2006 at no rent. In reply to Mr. Ruttan's presentation, the City Manager explained that the lease with Tyee Resort expires in October, 2006, at which time they are to vacate the property. He also explained the amendment in 2000 for fixed wing aircraft and the current proposal for helicopter base and Silver King Lodge. (b) Major Development Permit for 1380 and 1480 Dogwood Street (Mariner Square) Councillor Grant declared a conflict of interest as a realtor assisting in the land assembly and left the meeting at 7:58 p.m. Michelle Charlton, applicant and Mike Burton Brown, architect spoke in support of the Major Development Permit for 1380 and 1480 Dogwood Street (Mariner Square). Councillor Grant returned to the meeting at 8:01 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Monday, August 22, 2005 Page 2 1. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONS: (c) Development Liaison Group - Campbell River Core Residential Development Recommendations Councillor Matthews and Councillor Grant declared a conflict of interest related to Items 1 (c) and 2 A (a) as shareholders of properties within the downtown core and left the meeting at 8:02 p.m. Rich Stephens and Ralph Walker representing the Development Liaison Group, spoke in support of the Development Liaison Group's proposal to revitalize downtown Campbell River with residential development. 2. STAFF REPORTS: A. City Manager: (a) City Manager's August 17, 2005 Report regarding Downtown Campbell River Core Residential Development recommendations from the Development Liaison Group. 05-0778 Ruehlen/Ashley: "THAT Council refer the recommendations of the CARRIED Development Liaison Group (DLG), provided in the August 17, 2005 memo from the Chair of the DLG and the Chair of the Downtown Campbell River Core Sub-Committee, to senior staff to prepare an analysis of the financial impacts of the recommendations and the City's ability to implement same in light of the Community Charter." 05-0779 Ruehlen/Ashley: "THAT a letter be sent to the Development CARRIED Liaison Group thanking them for their hard work on the Campbell River Core Residential Development initiative. " Councillors Matthews and Grant returned to the meeting at 8:18 p.m. (b) City Manager's August 15, 2005 Report regarding City Membership in Ocean Industries BC. 05-0780 Cornfield/Ashley: "THAT the City Manager's August 15, 2005 CARRIED Report regarding City Membership in Ocean Industries BC be received. " 05-0781 Grant/Matthews: "THAT the City Manager's August 15, 2005 CARRIED Report regarding City Membership in Ocean Industries BC be referred to the 2006 financial plan. " B. Municipal Services Division: (a) Engineering Services Manager's August 18, 2005 Report regarding Island Highway (19A) Reconstruction - Progress Report. Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Monday, August 22, 2005 Page 3 B. Municipal Services Division: 05-0782 Ostler/Ashley: "THAT the Engineering Services Manager's August CARRIED 18, 2005 Report regarding Island Highway (19A) Reconstruction - Progress Report be received. " The Engineering Services Manager and the Public Works Manager left the meeting at 8:37 p.m. C. Corporate Services Division: (a) Statement of Revenue & Expenses as at July 31, 2005. 05-0783 Matthews/Grant: "THAT the Statement of Revenue & Expenses as CARRIED at July 31, 2005 be received. " D. Community Services Division: (a) Inspector Larry Stright's July 28, 2005 Report regarding Crime Statistics for the 2nd Quarter of the Year 2005. 05-0784 Ashley/Ruehlen: "THAT the Inspector Larry Stright's July 28, 2005 CARRIED Report regarding Crime Statistics for the 2nd Quarter of the Year 2005 be received. " 3. BYLAWS AND PERMITS: (a) Planner Fitch's August 18, 2005 Report regarding Notice of Intent, Zoning Amendment Bylaw 3179, 2005 - 501 Trask Road 05-0785 Matthews/Ostler: "THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3179, CARRIED 2005 501 Trask Road, (Lot 3, Section 31, Township 1, Comox District, Plan 39498) receive third reading and be adopted. " (b) Planner Fitch's August 18, 2005 Report regarding Notice of Intent, Zoning Amendment Bylaw 3176, 2005 - 2150 Campbell River Road. 05-0786 Cornfield/Ashley: "THAT Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3176, CARRIED 2005 2150 Campbell River Road, (Lot A, District Lot 66, Sayward District, Plan 14488) receive third reading and be adopted. " (c) Planning Services Manager's August 16, 2005 Report regarding Major Development Permit - M.A. Charlton & Associates Rezoning (Elm Street School Site) - 1380 and 1480 Dogwood Street and 1413, 1415, 1417 & 1429 16th Avenue. Councillor Grant declared a conflict of interest as a realtor assisting in the land assembly and left the meeting at 8:50 p.m. 05-0787 Ashley/Ruehlen: "THAT Council approve Major Development CARRIED Permit MJP-05-07 for 1380 and 1480 Dogwood Street and 1413, 1415, 1417 and 1429 16th Ave (Lots 1 and 3, District Lot 69, Sayward District, Plan 17382; Lot 2, District Lot 69, Sayward Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Monday, August 22, 2005 Page 4 District, Plan 6122 except part in Plan 8753; Lot C, District Lot 69, Sayward District, Plan 8054; Lot 1, District Lot 69, Sayward District, Plan VIP66609). " Councillor Grant returned to the meeting at 8:55 p.m. d) City Clerk's August 17, 2005 Report regarding Croation Road Closure and Dedication Removal Bylaw No. 3183, 2005. 5-0788 Ashley/Matthews: "THAT Council give first three readings to ARRIED Croation Road Closure and Dedication Removal Bylaw No. 3183, 2005. " (e) City Clerk's August 18, 2005 Report regarding Council Expenses Bylaw. 05-0789 Matthews/Grant: "THAT Council give first three readings to CARRIED Council Expenses Bylaw No. 3184, 2005. " 4. CORRESPONDENCE Items of correspondence for Council consideration. 05-0790 (a) Ruehlen/Ashley: "THAT the August 16, 2005 correspondence from CARRIED Hall Broadhurst, BC Hydro regarding funding available for electric beautification projects be received. " 05-0791 Ostler/Ashley: "THAT staff investigate the opportunity for CARRIED underground wiring in front of the museum under BC Hydro's Electric Beautification program and report to Council. " 05-0792 (b) Ruehlen/Ashley: "THAT the August 16, 2005 correspondence from CARRIED Patrick Marshall, Rivercorp regarding the recruitment of doctors and nurses to Campbell River be received. " 05-0793 (c) Ruehlen/Ashley: "THAT the August 12, 2005 correspondence from CARRIED Lynn Mills requesting the Tyee Resort and Marina remain on the Tyee Spit be received. " Council requested that staff report on the best way to communicate with the tenants of the Tyee Resort and the community as a whole. 5. MAYOR'S REPORTS: 6. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS: 7. MINUTES: (a) August 8, 2005 Council Minutes. 05-0794 Matthews/Ashley: "THAT the August 8, 2005 Council Minutes be CARRIED adopted. " Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Monday, August 22, 2005 Page 5 7. MINUTES: (b) August 12, 2005 Council Minutes. 05-0795 Ruehlen/Grant: "THAT the August 12, 2005 Council Minutes be CARRIED adopted. " 8.OTHERMINUTES: (a) July 20, 2005 Development Liaison Group Minutes. 05-0796 Grant/Cornfield: "THAT the July 20, 2005 Development Liaison CARRIED Group Minutes be received. " 9.UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 05-0797 Matthews/Ashley: "THAT Council establish the Tourism Campbell CARRIED River and Region Executive Director Recruitment Working Group and appoint the following members: Three members of the new Tourism Campbell River & Region Board Councillor Bill Matthews Laura Ciarniello" 5-0798 Matthews/Ashley: "THAT TEAM Campbell River be "wound up" ARRIED and the members be thanked for their service. " 05-0799 Matthews/Ashley: "THAT Council determine its 4 appointees to the CARRIED Board of Tourism Campbell River and Region by September 12, 2005. " 05-0800 Matthews/Ashley: "THAT Council establish the Tourism Campbell CARRIED River and Region Rebranding Working Group and appoint the following members: Three members of the new Tourism Campbell River & Region Board Silky Pierce -representing TEAM Adrian Bradbury -representing TNCI Ron Burrell -representing the City @ large Curtis Smith -representing the City @ large Leslie Lloyd -staff support" Councillor Ruehlen opposed. 10. NEW BUSINESS: 11. INFORMATION: Information items presented to Council. 05-0801 (a) Ruehlen/Grant: "THAT the Campbell River Visitor Info Centre CARRIED Visitor Analysis Sheets be received. " 05-0802 (b) Ruehlen/Grant: "THAT the July 29, 2005 correspondence from CARRIED Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Monday, August 22, 2005 Page 6 Susan Goult, Oak Bay Marine Group informing that the new Campbell River Connector (Get on the Bus) link between Comox Airport and Campbell River is now in operation be received. " 5-0803 Ostler/Matthews: "THAT a letter of congratulations be sent to Oak ARRIED Bay Marine Group for establishing the Campbell River Connector and ask if they can report on the success of "Get on the Bus" at the end of the season. " 5-0804 c) Ruehlen/Grant: "THAT the August 15, 2005 correspondence from ARRIED Patrick Marshall regarding the Abbotsford Air Show and Pacific NWAerospace Meeting be received." 05-0805 (d) Ruehlen/Grant: "THAT the August 3, 2005 correspondence from CARRIED Colleen Rohde, City Clerk, Port Moody to all UBCM Members regarding their City's resolution on Insurance Premium Tax be received. " 5-0806 e) Ruehlen/Grant: "THAT the August 2, 2005 correspondence from ARRIED the Honourable Geoff Regan, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans regarding proposed reforms for Fisheries be received. " Council directed staff to invite the Minister or senior staff to meet with Council regarding the adoption of the Wild Salmon Policy without consultation with coastal communities and staff. 12. ADJOURNMENT: 05-0807 Ashley/Ostler: "THAT the meeting recess. " CARRIED The Regular Council meeting recessed at 9:18 p.m. and reconvened at 10:30 p.m. following the conclusion of the In-Camera business. 05-0808 Cornfield/Ruehlen: "THAT the meeting adjourn. " CARRIED The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p. PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD: Mayor L. Nash CHAIR W.T. Halstead CITY CLERK CITY OFCAMPBELLRIVER, LIAISON GROUP' UTES Minutes of the meeting held onWEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17,2005 at 12:00 noon in the Committee Room located at Municipal Hall, 301 St Ann's Road, Campbell River, BC Present: Regrets: David Reid, Consultant Ralph Walker, Vice-Ch Chris Vrabel, Fire Department Gary Giese, Michael Clare, Chair Patrick Marshall, Jim Dobinson, AUG 2 5 2005 Richard Stephens, Councillor Grant, OFFICE OF THE ADMINISTRATOR Councillor Matthews, City of Campbell River Adrian Maas, Ron Neufeld, Paul Stanton, Ian Buck, Cathie Schopp, Recording Secretary Adam Fitch, Dan Samson, Mike DeGagne, Gordon McLaughlin, Rob Harley, Bylaw Enforcement/Property Services Manager 1. DELEGATIONS: (a) Item brought forward from INFORMATIONas per a request made to the Chair. (b) Connection Fees - Sanitary Sewer-Storm Drain-Water. Report provided at the meeting. The Finance Manager provided a copy of recommendations made for increases to utility connection fees. The rationale was discussed. Concerns were raised that the City's crews are busy with Highway 19A at this time and there is not enough manpower within the City to provide this service at this time. (c) Alternate Development Standards David Reid presented his draft Phase 1 report, highlighting new items, paricularly in the Implementation and Recommendations portion of the report. Further items discussed were: - broader benefits of reducing right-of-way widths - referencing Merecroft North rather than Merecroft. - adding the cost of construction of collector roads to be addressed by DCC costs. - a system of crediting back DCCs was discussed. - incentives to enhance arterial and collector roads through a cost recovery to the landowner. Page 2 - section on standards applicable to small infill to be added In general, it was queried whether the recommendations contained in the report offered sufficient flexibility to developers. Specifically, it was queried why these alternate standards could not co-exist with the current standards. David Reid said that he believed that the eventual set of standards recommended would probably incorporate some of the existing standards, but that how much flexibility was to be provided was an administrative decision. Some larger centres "custom design" developments, but considerable expense is involved, which is why other communities have a set of standards, with provision for a variance to be sought. Adrian Maas left the meeting at 1:00 p.m. Ron Neufeld entered the meeting at 1:20 p. The consultant left the meeting at 1:25 p.m. 2. MINUTES: (a) Reviewof July20, 2005 Development Liaison Group meeting minutes. "That the July 20, 2005 Development Liaison Group minutes be adopted as circulated. " 3. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES (a) Development Liaison Group Bylaw 2939 The Chair will make a recommendation to Council to have Rob Harley, Bylaw Enforcement/Property Services Manager, added to the Group. (b) Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors (BC) Rob Harley will provide a report to Council which will then be referred back to the Group. 4. REPORTS & CORRESPONDENCE: (a) Downtown Subcommittee A report has been prepared and a delegation from the Group will appear at the next Council meeting on August 22, 2005 to present the report and recommendations. (b) Building Bylaw Subcommittee The reference back to subcommittee contained in the July 20, 2005 minutes was queried by Patrick Marshall. The Chair indicated that Page 3 the discussion had focused almost exclusively on problems with obtaining timely inspections, and that the report had not been considered in detail. It was tabled to be brought up at the next meeting for such consideration. A framing inspections survey completed by one of the members was handed out at the meeting. The recommendations from the subcommittee will be reviewed by the Group at the next meeting, before the report is forwarded to Council. 5. APPLICATIONS: 6. NEW BUSINESS: (a) BMX Track located on Homewood Road Concerns were raised over this property being zoned commercial and with the agreement with the BMX Club this land was essentially taken out of the commercial inventory. The question was raised as to whether the City had the flexibility to sell it and should the land be changed to a park designation. (b) Development Cost Charge Review The Group would like this item to be made a Council priority. The Chair will include this recommendation in a report to Council. 7. INFORMATION: 8. NEXT MEETING DATE: (a) The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at 4:00p.m. in the CommitteeRoom, City Hall. 9. ADJOURNMENT: (a) The meeting adjourned at 1:55 p.m. Michael Clare CHAIR CITYOF CAMPBELL RIVER AUDIT. FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MINUTES Audit, Finance and Personnel Committee meeting, Thursday, August 15, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. in the Committee Room at City Hall, 301 St. Ann's Road, Campbell River, B. C. PRESENT:Councillor B. Matthews - Chair, Mayor Lynn Nash, Councillor R. Grant, Councillor L. Ruehlen, D. D. Raines - Administrator, T. Stevens - Corporate Services Director, A. Maas - Finance Manager, P. Mulcahy - Human Resource Manager and L. Lloyd - Executive Assistant GUEST: Andy Adams, Campbell River Curling Club Call to order1. The meeting was called to order at 3:05 p.m. New Bus 2. a) Andy Adams, Campbell River Curling Club provided information regarding the history of taxassessmentson the curling club. Discussion followed. Mr. Adams left the meeting at 3:30 PM. Move I/C 3. Motion:R. Grant,"That the Audit, Finance and Personnel Committee move In- Camera under authority of Sections 90 (1) (c) and (d) of the Community Charter. " Carried The Audit, Finance and Personnel Committeerecessedat 3:31 p.m. and resumed at 4:36 p.m. following the In-Camera business. Adopt Mins 4. Motion:L. Ruehlen,"That the minutes of the June 23, 2005 Audit, Finance and Personnel Committee be adopted. " Carried Matters Aris5. a) Agenda item removed. b) Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw [Campbell River Curling Club]. Action:Finance Managerwill prepare a report to the Audit, Finance and Personnel Committee. Motion:R. Grant,"That the delegation report from Andy Adams on behalf of the Campbell River Curling Club be received. " Carried c)Letter of complaint from J & A Poole regarding residential taxes. ;fiction:Corporate Services Directorwill ensure that response letters are sent or direct communication is made from staff. d) UBCM Reporton Major Industry Taxation. .action: Corporate Services Directorwill review and prepare a report to the Audit, Finance and Personnel Committee. Next Meeting6. Next meeting date will be at the call of the Chair irA Audit, Finance and Personnel Committee Meeting [cont'd] Page 2 Thursday, August 15, 2005 Adjourn 7. Motion:R. Grant,"That the meeting be adjourned. " arried The meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m. Crystal Meth Task Force Strategies Society July 2005 604.466.3333 Dear Local Government Leaders: If you have not yet seen the devastating impacts of Crystal Meth in your community- prepare fo Crystal Meth has swept with epidemic force through the United States and has already taken a devastating toll in British Columbia. 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Sincerely, Gord Robson, President Crystal Meth Task Force Strategies Society 1 PO Box 308, Maple Ridge, British Columbia V2X 7G2 Campbell River Visitor Information Centre Visitor Analysis - Individuals 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2004/2005 Jan 774 728 561 373 786 775 793 952 922 -30 -4% Feb 1061 983 479 540 732 821 962 949 1304 355 43% Mar 1041 1147 872 978 1086 1235 1286 1371 1657 286 23% Apr 1471 1647 1179 1381 1266 1815 1695 1816 1679 -137 -8% May 2225 2661 2501 2306 2691 3055 3293 2950 3110 160 5% Jun 3694 3894 3691 4650 4787 4829 4910 5736 4399 -1337 -28% Jul 7142 8395 7723 7869 9197 7945 8542 8774 8250 -524 -7% Aug 7295 7503 7908 7734 11/10/1208 11868 12766 11976 -790 -7% Sep 3857 4060 4477 4201 5510 5584 6494 6279 0% Oct 1083 1271 912 1445 1728 2221 2056 2068 0% Nov** 638 628 321 611 632 848 799 968 0% DeR,;* 350 262 220 369 508 561 705 766 0% 30631 33179 30844 32457 40033 40897 43403 45395 0% * Note: 2004 was the first year we were open Saturdays year round Anecdotal: January Mount Washington was closed for the majority of the month Beautiful Sunny weather brought a lot of daytrippers from the south island, STARSkate Competition, Mount Washington is still closed but we saw February quite a few families looking for other things to do while they werestayingon the mountain. Words on the Water - a writers festival, beautiful sunshine during the beginning of the month and stormy the second half, hockey tournament, Island March Swim Meet, Nursing Convention April Beautiful sunshine for most of the month, Pier Street Farmers Market opened, Home Show, Island Swim Meet and Soccer Tournaments. May CRESST Conference, College Conference, Square Dancers, Painters at Painters Lodge, Mill Shutdown, High School Soccer Championships June CR Garden Tour, Van Isle 3601, Transformations on the shore, OAP Convention on Quadra, Some good weather but overall it felt a little rainy. Canada Day, Midget "C" Girls Provincials softball, Some nice weather mixed with a little rain the first half of the month, for the middle partof the July month it was warm and sunny with a few spots of rain. There was also a dog show the last weekendleadingto BC day. BC day weekend, Salmon festival, show and shine, sunny and warm for most of the month with some rain and cold weather scattered throughoutthe August month. September October November December CAMPBELL RIVER VISITOR INFO CENTRE VISITOR ANALYSIS SHEET - PARTIES 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004* 2005 2004/2005 Jan 385 381 417 299 666 532 545 707 688 -19 -3% February 642 376 444 376 541 599 663 654 912 258 39% March 589 466 589 689 745 816 827 881 1139 258 29% April 926 526 762 962 878 1155 1098 1130 1156 26 2% May 1545 1607 1705 1579 1642 1958 2081 1815 1961 146 8% June 2588 2860 2238 2602 2788 2966 3022 3484 2613 -871 -25% July 4811 6339 5705 6332 7022 4558 4756 5111 4585 -526 -10% August 4100 4407 4348 4380 7016 7106 7594 8125 7416 -709 -9% September 2077 2337 2444 2485 2835 3151 3705 3565 0% October 686 819 599 930 1140 1418 1356 1,367 0% November 453 460 280 452 466 587 572 739 0% December 280 293 172 295 411 421 518 604 0% 19082 20871 19703 21381 26150 25267 26737 28182 0% ote: 2004 was the first year we were open Saturdays year round Visitor Origin Nights In Community % of Total % of Total Local Resident 926 14% Same Day 1224 25% BC 1509 22% 1 night 1358 28% Alberta 742 11% 2 nights 944 19% Other Canada 680 10% 3 nights 587 12% Washington 413 6% 4-6 nights 394 8% California 357 5% 7-13 nights 202 4% Other USA/Mexico 540 8% 14+ nights 133 3% Europe 1,300 19% Total 4842 100% Asia/Australia 211 3% Other 83 1% Total 6761 100% BritishColumbia Trans misc. ion CORPORATION' September 1, 2005 Mayor Lynn Nash District of Campbell River 301 St. Ann's Rd Campbell River, BC V9W 4C7 Dear Mayor Nash: British Columbia Transmission Corporation (BCTC) is pleased to be a sponsor at this year's UBCM Convention in Vancouver (September 27 to 30). We will have a booth in the Municipal Marketplace on Wednesday and Thursday, and I hope you will have time to stop by and learn more about BCTC's activities and plans. With our exclusive focus on the high voltage transmission system in the province, BCTC helps ensure that British Columbians continue to benefit from their investment in the transmission grid. We are committed to providing opportunities for local governments to provide input into our planning process and to learning more about issues in your community. If you have questions about BCTC or would like to book a meeting with one of our senior executives while you are in Vancouver please contact me by Monday, September 19 at (604) 699-7458, or by email donna.mcgeachieCa?_bctc.com. During the convention, I can be reached on my cell phone at (604) 250-1079. I look forward to seeing you in Vancouver. Sincerely, Donna McGeachie Manager, Community Relations British Columbia Transmission Corporation Suite 1100 - 1055 Dunsmuir Street PO Box 49260, Bentall IV Vancouver, BC V7X I V5 128 ADDENDUM In-Camera Council Meeting September 12, 2005 Addendum No. 1 City of Campbell River ADDENDA ITEMS Mayor and Members of Council Resolution No. 05-0799 Lynn D. Nash Re: Appointees to Board of Tourism Campbell River Mayor Mary Ashley Councillor responsible for Semors,Youth & Public Safety Charlie Cornfield Councillor responsible for Community Planning, Environment & Parks Roy Grant Councillor responsible for Economic Development Bill Matthews Councillor responsible for Finance & Personnel Morgan Ostler Councillor responsible for Culture and Tourism Laird Ruehlen Councillor responsible for Public Works & Transportation Douglas D. Raines Chief Administrative Officer CITY OF CAMPBELL RIVER COUNCIL MEETING- August22, 2005 05-0799 "THAT Council determine its 4 appointees to the Board of Tourism Campbell River and Region by September 12, 2005."