MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 20, 2016 AT 7:00 PM IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER, CIVIC ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, BRANDON, MANITOBA
PRESENT: Mayor Rick Chrest, Councillor Shawn Berry, Councillor Ron W. Brown, Councillor Barry Cullen, Councillor Kris Desjarlais, Councillor Jeff Fawcett, Councillor Jeff Harwood, Councillor John LoRegio, Councillor Glen Parker, Councillor Lonnie Patterson
ABSENT: Councillor Jan Chaboyer
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
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Desjarlais-Harwood
That the Agenda for the Regular Meeting of City Council to be held on Monday, June 20, 2016 be adopted as presented. CARRIED.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES:
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Patterson-Cullen
That the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of City Council held Monday, June 6, 2016 be taken as read and so adopted, all statutory requirements having been fulfilled. CARRIED.
Prior to voting on the above, Councillor Berry noted that the Committee Report of the Keystone Centre found on Page 309 of the above Minutes referred to the Annual General Meeting of the Board instead of the Budget Meeting to be held on June 30, 2016.
His Worship the Mayor indicated the above correction would be duly noted in the minutes of this meeting.
HEARING OF DELEGATIONS:
(A) DOUG PATERSON – WESTMAN PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Doug Paterson, on behalf of the Westman Prostate Cancer Support Group, appeared before City Council with respect to the early detection of prostate cancer. He noted that the support group was shifting its focus to provide more information about prostate cancer, and encouraging people to talk about it. Mr. Paterson advised that the non-profit group was focused on bringing an new awareness of the issue to both men and women and encouraging a yearly check-up. He stated that the group met on the second Monday of every month at 2:00 p.m. at the Seniors for Seniors Centre and invited anyone interested to attend.
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Harwood-LoRegio
That the presentation by Doug Paterson, Westman Prostate Cancer Support Group with respect to the early detection of prostate cancer be received. CARRIED.
(B) SCOTT BLYTH, COUNCIL OF CANADIANS – TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP
Scott Blyth, Chairman of the local chapter of the Council of Canadians appeared before City Council with respect to concerns with the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). He advised that the TPP was an agreement between 12 countries in the Pacific Rim and that the Council of Canadians opposed the agreement. Dr. Blyth stated the opposition was based on the inclusion of an investor-state dispute settlement that would allowed transnational corporations to sue governments over legislation or policies made in the public interest, the extension of the patent length of pharmaceutical corporations by delaying the introduction of lower cost generic drugs, the reduction of the domestic content requirement for automobiles, and the opening up the Canadian dairy market to imports without creating new export markets for Canadian farmers. He encouraged City Council to join the growing number of communities speaking out against TPP.
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Berry-Patterson
That the presentation by Scott Blyth, Council of Canadians with respect to the Trans-Pacific Partnership be received. CARRIED.
(C) DAVID BARNES - ASSINIBOINE FOOD FOREST INC. ANNUAL REPORT
David Barnes, representing the Assiniboine Food Forest Inc. appeared before City Council with respect to their annual report. He noted that the group leased a 40-acre parcel of land in the east end of Brandon from the City of Brandon. Mr. Barnes advised the group had been working on regenerating the bio-diverse prairie, forest and wetland habitats located in this area. He noted that the group had undertaken two garden regeneration projects at Neelin High School and Argyle Park with Meadows School students, and had signage installed on the property to help alleviate vehicle traffic on the native prairie land. He also noted that a wetland feasibility study would be undertaken this summer. Mr. Barnes stated that the future plans for the Assiniboine Food Forest included continued work on the trails, the pursuit of prairie regeneration using managed burns, and the protection of the creek/drainage ditch.
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Patterson-Parker
That the presentation by David Barnes, Assiniboine Food Forest with respect to their annual report be received. CARRIED.
(D) ANGIE VEILLEUX, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND GREG BAEKER, MDB INSIGHT INC. – 2016 CULTURAL PLAN
Angie Veilleux, Community Development Coordinator, and Dr. Greg Baeker, of MDB Insight Inc. appeared before City Council to provide an overview of the 2016 Cultural Plan. It was noted that the development of the plan had included input from over 200 people in the community and provided a cultural vision and strategic directions to help guide the success of the cultural sector and its contribution to social and economic well-being in Brandon for years to come. Dr. Baeker advised that the Plan included three Strategic Objectives to guide cultural planning by the City of Brandon and its partners: building a strong and vibrant cultural community; enhancing access to cultural resources; and expanding culture’s role in economic development.
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Fawcett-LoRegio
That the presentation by Angie Veilleux, Community Development and Greg Baeker, MDB Insight Inc. with respect to the 2016 Cultural Plan be received. CARRIED.
(E) LINDSAY HARGREAVES AND HOPE SWITZER, ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE - BLUE DOT MOVEMENT
Lindsay Hargreaves and Hope Switzer, on behalf of the Environment Committee, appeared before City Council with respect to the Blue Dot Movement. It was noted that the Blue Dot Movement was a project of the David Suzuki Foundation to recognize the right to a healthy environment. The presenters stated that the Blue Dot Movement was asking all Canadian municipalities to officially recognize the right to a healthy environment through a municipal declaration, and encouraged the City of Brandon to respect, protect fulfill and promote the right to a healthy environment within the City’s jurisdiction by continuing to implement and enhance Council-adopted plans, actions and strategies.
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Berry-Fawcett
That the presentation by Lindsay Hargreaves and Hope Switzer, Environment Committee with respect to the Blue Dot Movement be received. CARRIED.
(F) RON FUNK, BRYDGES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT – INEQUITY OF PROPERTY TAXATION FOR CONDOMINIUMS
Ron Funk, of Brydges Property Management, appeared before City Council with respect to the unfair property taxation of condominiums compared to single family residences. He noted that the property taxes charged to single family residences included services that were supplied by the City of Brandon including garbage pick-up, snow removal, street cleaning and repairs, street lighting and hydrant maintenance and flushing. Mr. Funk stated that condominium owners did not receive all or many of these services, yet paid the same level of taxation. He requested that the City of Brandon correct the inequity by providing condominium owners with a tax credit for services charged but not provided for by the city.
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LoRegio-Harwood
That the presentation by Ron Funk, Brydges Property Management with respect to the property taxation for condominiums be received. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(A) BY-LAW NO. 7138 – TO REZONE PROPERTY AT 1620 BRAECREST DRIVE FROM CG COMMERCIAL GENERAL ZONE TO RLD RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY ZONE AND CONDITIONAL USE APPLICATION – 1620 BRAECREST DRIVE (VBJ DEVELOPMENTS)
City Council sat to hear representation on the above noted matters.
He stated that the rezoning application requested a change rom Commercial General Zone to Residential Low Density Zone and noted that the Commercial General Zone allowed for stand-alone multi-family residential development as a permitted use. The rezoning for a lower residential density was required to accommodate the row house concept on the southern portion of the property concept which included a two family semi-detached dwelling. Mr. Nickel advised that the conditional use for the planned unit development was required because the developer was proposing alternative development standards with respect to setbacks and the common road element.
Pat Brigden, on behalf of Brandon Condo Corp. Nos. 75 (Whistler Landing) and 34933 (Braecrest Estates), spoke in opposition to the applications. She advised that the primary objection concerned increase in traffic flows. Ms. Brigden noted that the intersection of Braecrest Drive and 18th Street was problematic for southbound traffic off of Braecrest Drive and would be
aggravated by the increased traffic from the proposed development. She also stated that there were no sidewalks on the north side of Braecrest, nor pedestrian crosswalks to serve the bus stops, and raised concerns with limited access to the existing residential developments.
Carol Enns, Braecrest Estates, appeared in opposition to the applications. She stated traffic concerns would be exacerbated with any future development off on Braecrest Drive and noted many residents in the area were seniors, many with mobility issues. Ms. Enns further stated that the traffic concerns were not just with the intersection of Braecrest Drive and 18th street but also
egress and ingress off of Braecrest Drive and suggested that these issues need to be addressed before more development was permitted.
Balfour Spence, 1633 Braecrest Drive, spoke in opposition to the applications. Mr. Spence stated that the traffic concerns identified were related to the proposed development. He advised that the density of the development proposed caused him concern with further traffic issues.
Gwen Shelvey, 11 Bayhill Crescent, appeared in opposition to the applications. She stated her concern with the existing green space being lost with the proposed development.
Daryl Andrews, 5 Horizon Place, appeared in opposition to the applications. He stated that the propose move of the existing access road to the church closer to 18th Street would cause further traffic concerns.
Ruth Gray, 39 Horizon Place, spoke in opposition to the applications, citing concerns with how the two 3-storey apartment buildings would fit in with the aesthetics of the area.
Steve McMillan, on behalf of the applicant VBJ Developments, appeared in favour of the applications. He reviewed the need for the requested setbacks and the proposed density of the development. Mr. McMillan confirmed that the development would take place in stages, starting with the two 3-storey apartment buildings.
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Patterson-LoRegio
That the joint Public Hearing regarding By-law No. 7138 and Conditional Use C-03-16-B for 1620 Braecrest Drive be concluded. CARRIED.
ALTERATION - ORDERS OF THE DAY:
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Patterson-Cullen
That pursuant to Section 59 of Procedure By-law No. 6634, the Orders of the Day be altered whereby City Council shall resolve itself to the Order of By-Laws to consider By-law No. 7138 – to rezone property located at 1620 Braecrest Drive from CG Commercial General Zone to RLD Residential Low Density Zone. CARRIED.
BY-LAWS:
NO. 7138 TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1620 BRAECREST DRIVE FROM CG COMMERCIAL GENERAL TO RLD RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY
It was noted that this by-law had received second reading at the May 16, 2016 meeting of City Council.
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Fawcett-Cullen
That By-law No. 7138 to rezone the southeastern quarter of the property (approximately 75.3m by 97.4m) of Lot 1 Plan 1874 (Parcel 2) located at 1620 Braecrest Drive from Commercial General CG Zone to Residential Low Density RLD Zone to be read a third and final time. CARRIED.
In accordance with Section 137 of The Municipal Act, a recorded vote was taken on the motion to give By-law No. 7138 third reading.
FOR AGAINST
Mayor Rick Chrest Councillor Shawn Berry Councillor Ron W. Brown Councillor Barry Cullen Councillor Kris Desjarlais Councillor Jeff Fawcett Councillor Jeff Harwood Councillor John LoRegio Councillor Glen Parker Councillor Lonnie Patterson
Nil
ALTERATION – ORDERS OF THE DAY:
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Patterson-Harwood
That the Orders of the Day be altered and City Council resolve itself back to the Order of Public Hearings. CARRIED.
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Fawcett-Desjarlais
That Conditional Use Application C-03-16-B to allow for a Planned Unit Development in the CG Commercial General Zone be approved at 1620 Braecrest Drive (Part of Lot 1, Plan 1874 BLTO) in accordance with the intent of the application(A-1), the alternative standards in the letter of intent (A-3, A-4) and the site design analysis (C-1 to C-16), subject to the following conditions:
(a) the subject site specifically (southerly 75.3m by the easterly 97.4m of Lot 1, Plan 1874 BLTO) being rezoned from CG Commercial General Zone to RLD Residential Low Density Zone;
(b) prior to issuance of a building permit, the owner or successor submitting a geotechnical study with a hydrogeological review to the City of Brandon Engineering Department for review and approval; and
(c) prior to the issuance of a building permit, the owner or successor coordinating with the City of Brandon to prepare a landscape plan, including a tree buffer, for the public reserve area to the east of the subject site. The improvements to the public reserve area shall be completed by either the City of Brandon or the Developer using the amount of funds available as a cash-in-lieu parks contribution for the site. CARRIED.
COMMUNITY QUESTION PERIOD:
Nil COMMITTEE REPORTS:
(A) MUNICIPAL HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
VERBAL JUNE 20, 2016
June 20, 2016 Brandon, Manitoba Mayor and Councillors
City of Brandon
Councillor Desjarlais reported on the Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee (MHAC) meeting held June 8, 2016. He advised that the Committee had developed a new potential site evaluation form to assist in determining whether or not properties should be considered for heritage protection or recognition. Councillor Desjarlais also noted that the annual Doors Open event would be held July 16-17, 2016 with 24 sites on the viewing list including 5 local museums which will be offering free admission during the event. He stated that additionally, there would be tours of the Brandon Fire Hall and the Water Reclamation Facility as well as a walking tour guided examining Brandon and the First World War.
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Parker-Fawcett
That the report of the Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee be received. CARRIED.
ENQUIRIES:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY
Councillor Fawcett announced that National Aboriginal Day celebrations were being held on June 21, 2016 from 12:00 Noon to 8:00 p.m. at École New Era School with powwow dancers, singers, and children's activities taking place throughout the day. He encouraged everyone to come out and enjoy the day.
"CAR STRUCK" EXHIBIT AT BRANDON GENERAL MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES
Councillor Harwood announced that a new exhibit entitled "Car Struck" which provided a history of Automobile Dealerships in the City of Brandon was now on display at the Brandon General Museum. He advised that the Museum was open from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays and planned to be open during the Cruise Nights over the summer months.
55 PLUS SENIOR GAMES
Councillor Berry announced that he had been pleased to represent City Council at the Opening Ceremonies of the 55 Plus Senior Games on June 15, 2016. He passed on accolades to the City of Brandon staff from the games' participants who commented on how clean and well-kept Brandon was.
His Worship Mayor Chrest thanked the Councillors for filling in for him at events such as this when he was unavailable due to other commitments.
BRANDON TO HOST 2017 MANITOBA SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Councillor Loregio announced the City of Brandon was to host the 2017 Manitoba Special Olympics in June of next year and encouraged everyone to watch for advertisements for volunteers.
CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS
Councillor Patterson reminded everyone to come out to the Canada Day Celebrations on July 1, 2016 at the Riverbank Discovery Centre starting at 11:30 a.m. and ending with the fireworks display at dusk.
GENERAL BUSINESS:
(A) APPLICATION TO SUBDIVIDE 1620 BRAECREST DRIVE (VBJ DEVELOPMENTS)
City Council considered the report from Planning and Building Safety dated June 3, 2016 with respect to the above.
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Fawcett-Berry
That the application to subdivide 1620 Braecrest Drive (Lot 1, Plan 1874 BLTO) be approved subject to, the owner or successor:
(a) completing all conditions of the previous subdivision approval 4500-15-623, and registering the subdivision with Brandon Land Titles;
(b) entering into a development agreement with the City of Brandon attached to the report of the Community Planner dated June 3, 2016, and registering the development agreement in series immediately following registration of the subdivision;
(c) submitting written confirmation to the satisfaction of the City of Brandon Planning & Building Safety Department that arrangements have been made for a cross-access agreement between parcels one and two, and registering the cross-access agreement as an easement in series immediately following registration of the subdivision;
(d) submitting written confirmation to the City of Brandon Planning & Building Safety that arrangements have been made for cash-in-lieu for schools contributions to the satisfaction of the Brandon School Division; and
(e) submitting written confirmation to the City of Brandon Planning & Building Safety Department that arrangements have been made for postal service to the satisfaction of Canada Post. CARRIED.
(B) CITY OF BRANDON 2016 CULTURAL PLAN
Submitted for consideration was a report from the Community Services Department dated June 7, 2016 with respect to the above.
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Desjarlais-Fawcett
That the City of Brandon 2016 Culture Plan, attached to the report of the Community Development Coordinator, dated June 7, 2016 be endorsed. CARRIED.
(C) LEAD WATER SERVICES STRATEGY
Considered was a report from the City Engineer dated June 8, 2016 with respect to the above.
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LoRegio-Harwood
That the Lead Water Services Strategy report as presented by the City Engineer in his report dated June 8, 2016 be adopted;
and further, that Administration proceed with implementing a Water Filter Rebate Program;
and further, that the cost of the program, currently projected to be approximately $600,000 be funded from the Water Distribution Reserve. CARRIED.
(D) QUOTE - EP PUMP REPLACEMENT FOR MUNICIPAL PRE-TREATMENT FACILITY
City Council considered the report of the Director of Engineering Services and Water Resources dated June 14, 2016 with respect to the above.
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Fawcett-Berry
That the bid from Xylenn for the EP Pump Replacement, as per quote and specifications, at a cost of $250,184.88 (net of GST) be accepted. CARRIED.
GIVING OF NOTICE:
(A) BLUE DOT MOVEMENT
In accordance with Rule 60 of City Council Procedure By-law No. 6634, Councillor Patterson gave notice of her intent to introduce at the July 18, 2016 meeting of City Council a motion with respect to the Blue Dot Movement.
ADJOURN:
Berry-Brown
That the meeting do now adjourn (11:01 p.m.) CARRIED.
