regular open meeting of council - AGENDA

THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF VERNON

AGENDA

REGULAR OPEN MEETING OF COUNCIL

COUNCIL CHAMBERSCITY HALLMONDAY

MAY 13,2019At 1:30 p.m.

Mayor V. Cumming

Councillor S. AndersonCouncillor K. GaresCouncillor D. Nahal

Councillor K. FehrCouncillor A. MundCouncillor B. Quiring

For EnquiriesTelephone: (250) 545-1361

www.vernon.ca

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DELEGATION: MOVING TOELECTRTC BUSES (P. 31)

DELEGATION:REGULATORYINTERVENTION TO STOPSINGLE USE PLASTICGHECKOUT BAGS (P.32)

DELEGATION: PROPOSEDCHANGES TO 2019 CAPITALPROJECT ON 23 STREETAND 46TH AVENUE(P.34)

PRESENTATION . RCMPQUARTERLY REPORT(P.3e)

DEVELOPMENT VARIANCEPERMIT APPLICATION FOR7953 OKANAGAN LANDINGROAD - DVP00449 (P. 62)

AGENDA - MAY 13,2019

A. Molly Henschel, re: 5 year implementation plan to convertthe City's gasoline powered buses to electric.

i) Amanda Watson, Manager, Transportation willprovide a presentation from BC Transit in regards toElectric Buses.

B. Kelsey Robertson & Jane Weixl re: Proposalfor resolutionto UBCM to ban single use plastic checkout bags.

C. Ben Drodge, re: Request to approve proposed changesto the 2019 Capital Project on 23rd Street and 46th

Avenue.

D. Supt. Shawna Baher, OlC, RCMP, providing the FirstQuarter report for 2019.

o Report to Council January to March, 2019 (P. 39). North Okanagan RCMP Victims Assistance Quarterly

Activity Report - 4th Quarter,2018 (P. 55)o North Okanagan RCMP Victims Assistance Quarterly

Activity Report - 1st Quarter,2019 (P. 58)

THAT Council receives the RCMP lst Quarter Report(January to March 2019) and the North Okanagan RCMPV i cti m s Assisfanc e Q u a rte rly Activity Re po rts a s p rov i d edby Supt. Shawna Baher, OlC, RCMP at the May 13, 2019Regular Council Meeting.

E. THAT Council support Development Variance PermitApplication #DVP00449 to vary the following section ofZoning Bylaw #5000 in order to allow the existing non-conforming siting of an attached garage on Lot 3 DL 6ODYD Plan 3932 (7953 Okanagan Landing Road):

a) to vary Section 9.7.6. to reduce the minimum front yardfrom 4.0 m to 3.53 m.

AND FURTHER, that Council support of DVP00449 is

subject to the following:

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Public lnput - DVP ffi0/Ug

lssuance of Permit #00/Mg

AGENDA- MAY 13,2019

a) That the site plan showing required landscaping andelevation plans, as shown on Attachments 1 and 2 inthe report titled "Development Variance PermitApplication for 7953 Okanagan Landing Road" datedApril 9, 2019, be attached to and form part ofDVP00449 as Schedule'A';

b) That prior to issuance of the development variancepermit, the applicant provide a report from a qualifiedcivil engineer that confirms, to the satisfaction of theManager of Development Engineering, that minimumsight lines and safe stopping distances from theproposed access are met for Okanagan LandingRoad; and

c) That prior to issuance of the development variancepermit, a landscape buffer that is designed not toimpede traffic sightlines shall be installed adjacent tothe front property line to reduce the driveway accessto a maximum 6.0m width.

i) Public Input on Development Variance Permit#00449 to vary sections of Zoning Bylaw #5000Section 9.7.6. to reduce the minimum front yard from4.0 m to 3.53 m in order to allow the existing non-conforming siting of an attached garage at 7953Okanagan Landing Road

(ii) THAT the City Clerk be authorized to issueDevelopment Variance Permit #00449, for Lot A,Plan KAP56900, DL72, O.D.Y.D. (3211 CentennialDrive Lot 3 DL 6 ODYD Plan 3932 (7953 OkanaganLanding Road), once all conditions of Council aresatisfied.

COUNCIL INQUIRIES

ADMI NISTRATION U PDATES

A. THAT Council receive the Administration Updates datedMay 13,2019. (P.73)

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DELEGATION RESPONSE -MULTI USE TRAILPREDATOR RIDGE TO THEOKANAGAN RAIL TRAIL(P.76)

DELEGATION RESPONSE -CYCLING WITHOUT AGE(P.78)

K. 9 SYSTEMS CONTROL -DOG CONTROLENFORCEMENT ABILITIESWITHIN THE CITY OFVERNON (P. 81)

COUNCIL STRATEGIC PLAN2019 - 2022 (P. I

PARTNERS FOR CLIMATEPROTECTION - COUNCILDESTGNATE (P. 102)


A. THAT Council receive the memorandum titled "DelegationResponse Multi-Use Trail Predator Ridge to theOkanagan Rail Trail", dated May 2, 2019 from theManager Transportation, for information ;

AND FURTHER, that Council advises Predator RidgeResort representatives, that City of Vernon Council is insupport of this initiative and encourages a presentation atthe Greater Vernon Advisory Committee of the RegionalDistrict of North Okanagan.

B. THAT Council receive the memorandum titled "DelegationResponse - Cycling Without Age" dated May 1,2019,from the Transportation Planner, for information;

AND FURTHER, that Council direct Administration tocontinue working with Cycling Without Age on creatingrouting;

AND FURTHER, that Council not support designation ofa Trishaw as a Mobility Aid.

C. THAT Council receive the lnternal Memorandum datedApril 30, 2019, from the Manager - Protective Servicestitled "K-9 Systems Control - Dog Control EnforcementAbilities within the City of Vernon" for information;

AND FURTHER, that Council direct Administration torequest the Regional District of the North Okanaganamend the Dog Control Agreement with K-9 SystemsControl, such that K-9 Systems Control are able toenforce the City of Vernon "Animal Regulation and AnimalPound Bylaw" and dog controlspecific sections of the Cityof Vernon "Parks and Public Places Bylaw #5057".

D. THAT Council endorse the Council Strategic Plan 2019 -2022 as attached to the report titled "Council StrategicPlan 2019 - 2022" dated May 2, 2019, from the ActingDirector Community Infrastructure and Development.

E. THAT Councildesignate _(to be cited by Council), asthe Council contact for the Federation of CanadianMunicipalities ICLEI (Local Governments forS ustai nability) Partners for C I imate Protection Prog ram.

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TOWN HALL MEETING(P. 143)

REQUEST FOR NO PARKINGSIGNS ON SILVER STARROAD (P. 145)

2018 STATEMENT OFFINANCIAL INFORMATION(P.1471

2019 SUSTAINABILIryEVENTS PROGRAM (P. 160)

20'19 ACTIVETRANSPORTATION EVENTS(P. 162)

AGENDA. MAY 13,20'19

F. THAT Council directs Administration to format the TownHall meeting to provide Vernon residents and Businessowners the ability to direct concerns or issues relating tocrime, vagrancy and open drug use, whereby there is anegative impact on the downtown core and surroundingneighbourhoods', a follows: (allto be cited by Council)

1. Subject Matter2. Venue3. Moderated/Facilitated4. Hours for Meeting5. Allocation of 'time'to speak6. Role of Members of Council7. lnformation presentations8. Recording9. Follow-upl0.Advertising11. Other

G. THAT Council receives the memorandum titled 'Reguesffor No Parking Stgns on Silver Star Road", dated May 1,

2019, from the Transportation Planner, that identifies "No

Parking" signs are being installed on the segment of SilverStar Road fronting the Silver Star Gateway Development.

10. MATTERS REFERRED: COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLEAND IN.CAMERA

11. NEW BUSINESS

A. Correspondence:

(i) THAT Council approve the 2018 Statement ofFinancial Information as provided in theMemorandum dated May 3, 2019, from the FinancialAnalyst.

(ii) THAT Council receive the memorandum titled "2019Sustainability Program', dated May 2,2019, from theManager, Long Range Planning and Sustainability,for information.

(iii) THAT Council receive the memorandum titled "2019Active Transportation Events" dated April 29, 2019from the Active Transportation Coordinator, forinformation.

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OKANAGAN BASIN WATERBOARD (P. 164)

CANNABIS BUSINESSLICENCE APPLICATION FOR2813A - 35TH STREET(P. 1e3)

AGENDA - MAY 13,2O1g

(iv) THAT Council directs the Mayor on behalf of Councilto sign the letter of support dated May 14,2019, forthe Okanagan Basin Water Board's Request to theFederal Minister of Fisheries, and Oceans Canadaand the Provincial Minister of Forests, Lands,Natural Resource Operations and RuralDevelopment in regard to reducing conflict betweennative mussel protection and invasive milfoil controlin the Okanagan.

B. Reports:

(i) THAT Council provide a positive recommendation tothe Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB)regarding Cannabis Retail Store application(Job#002058) (CR100011) with respect to theapplication to establish a Non-Medical cannabisretail sales business on Lot 2, Plan 3097, DL 72,ODYD, exc. Pcl A, DD132090F (2813A - 35th

Street);

AND FURTHER, that the LCRB be advised thatCouncil's support of the subject cannabis retail storeapplication addresses the LCRB resolution criteria inthe following manner:

a) The location of the proposed store

The proposed new premise at 2813A - 35th

Street is within the C8 - Central BusinessDistrict zone, and a cannabis retail store is apermitted use within this commercial zone.

b) The general impact on the community if theapplication is approved:

Council considers that approval of acannabis retail store at this location wouldhave minimal impact on the community aslong as all federal, provincial and municipalregulations are adhered to.

c) The public consultation process consists of 169stakeholder referral letters being sent to internaldepartments, agencies and to all businesses,property owners and occupants within 30 m ofthe subject property. One "no objection"response, eight negative responses, a 43

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CANNABIS BUSINESSLICENCE APPLICATION FOR2808A - 48TH AVENUE(P.2231


signature petition against the proposal and threepositive responses were received.

AND FURTHER, that the report from the Manager,Current Planning dated April 29, 2019 be providedto the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch todocument the City of Vernon's consideration of thelocation of the proposed cannabis retail store, themeans of public consultation and the summary ofinput received with respect to Cannabis Retail Storeapplication CR100011.

(ii) THAT Council provide a positive recommendation tothe Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB)regarding Cannabis Retail Store application(Job#001997) (CRL00012) with respect to theapplication to establish a Non-Medical cannabisretail sales business on Lot 4, Plan 25009 (2808A -48th Avenue);

AND FURTHER, that the LCRB be advised thatCouncil's support of the subject cannabis retail storeapplication addresses the LCRB resolution criteria in

the following manner:

a) The location of the proposed store

The proposed new premise at 28084 - 48th

Avenue is within the C5 CommunityCommercial zone, and a cannabis retailstore is a permitted use within thiscommercial zone.


Council considers that approval of acannabis retail store at this location wouldhave minimal impact on the community aslong as all federal, provincial and municipalregulations are adhered to.

c) The public consultation process consists of 168stakeholder referral letters being sent to internaldepartments, agencies and to all businesses,property owners and occupants within 30 m ofthe subject property. One positive response wasreceived

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URBAN BEE KEEPING -ANIMAL REGULATION ANDANIMAL POUND BYAWUPDATE (P.22el

ADOPTIONo 5716

. 5745

FIRST, SECOND AND THIRDREADINGS

. 5749


AND FURTHER, that the report from the Manager,Current Planning dated April 30, 2019 be providedto the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch todocument the City of Vernon's consideration of thelocation of the proposed cannabis retail store, themeans of public consultation and the summary ofinput received with respect to Cannabis Retail Storeapplication CR100012.

(iii) THAT Council approve amending AnimalRegulations and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252, asshown in attachment 1 of the report titled "UrbanBeekeeping - Animal Regulation and Animal PoundBylaw Update" dated May 2, 2019 from theManager, Long Range Planning and Sustainability in

support of urban beekeeping.

12. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS

Bylaws:

(i) THAT Bylaw #5716, "8000 Bench Row Road LandUse Gontract Number 287, 1978 (P23741Discharge Bylaw Number 5716,2018" - a bylawto authorize the discharge of Land Use ContractBylaw Number 287, 1978 (P2374) be adopted.(P.2371

Memorandum dated May 3, 2019, from PlanningAssistant, re: Confirmation of conditions met.(P.24ol

(ii) THAT Bylaw #5745, "Tax Rates Bylaw Number5745,2019" - a bylaw for the levying of rates forMunicipal, Hospital, Regional District and SpecifiedArea purposes for the Year 2019, be adopted.(P.2441

(iii) THAT Bylaw #5749, "Animal Regulation andAnimal Pound (Updates) Bylaw Number 5749,2019" - a bylaw to amend Animal Regulation andAnimal Pound Bylaw Number 5252, be read a first,second and third time. (P.248)

Memorandum dated April 29, 2019, from Manager,Protective Services, re: Amendments to Bylaws(P.256)

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o 5750 (iv) THAT Bylaw #5750, "Bylaw Notice Enforcement(Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Updates)Amendment Bylaw Number 5750, 2019" - a bylawto amend the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw, beread a first, second and third time. (P.258)

o 5751 (v) THAT Bylaw #5751, "Municipal Ticketinglnformation (Animal Regulation and AnimalPound Updates) Amendment Bylaw Number5751, 2019" - a bylaw to amend the MunicipalTicketing Information (M.T.l) Bylaw, be read a first,second and third time. (P.2621

o 5748 (vi) THAT Bylaw #5748, "Recreation Services Feesand Gharges (2019) Amendment Bylaw Number5748,2019" - a bylaw to Amend Recreation Fees &Charges Bylaw Number 5472, be read a first,second and third time. (P. 265)

13. COUNCIL INFORMATION UPDATES

A. Mayor and Councillors Reports.

14. INFORMATION ITEMS

A. Letter dated May 2,2019 from Mayor Mike Hurley, Cityof Burnaby, re: Expanding lnvestment Opportunities(P.318)

B. Minutes from the following Committees of Council:i) Tourism Commission, March 20,2019 (P.3271

RECESS 15. RECESS MEETING

NOTES:Public Hearing scheduled for at 5:30 pm at City Hall:

1. Zoning Text (Accessible Parking & Loading) Amendment Bylaw Number 5744,2019"

RECONVENE 16. REGONVENE MEETING

THIRD READING A. THAT Bylaw #5744, "Zoning Text (AccessibleParking & Loading) Amendment Bylaw Number5744,2019" - a bylaw to amend Zoning Bylaw 5000 toadd text amendments to Section 7 - Parking & Loading,be read a third time. (P. 332)

17. CLOSE OF MEETING

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MINUTES OF A REGULAR OPEN MEETING OF COUNCILHELD TUESDAY, APRIL 23,2019

PRESENT Mayor V. Cumming

Councillors: A. Mund, K. Gares, B. Quiring, S. Anderson,D. Nahal, (K. Fehr, absent)

RESOLUTION TO CLOSEMEETING

Staff: W. Pearce, CAOP. Bridal, Deputy CAO/Director, Corporate ServicesS. Blakely, Manager, Legislative ServicesS. Koenig, Director, OperationsK. Poole, Manager, Economic Development & TourismD. Law, Director, Financial ServicesS. Hemstad, Deputy Fire Chief, Training, Prev., Logistics

*Attended at Required

Others: Media and Members of the Public

Mayor Cumming called the Regular Open meeting to orderat 8:43 am and requested a motion to move to Committee ofthe Whole.

Mayor Cumming reconvened the Regular Open meetingand requested a motion to move to ln Camera.

Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by CouncillorGares:

BE lT RESOLVED that the meeting be closed to thepublic in accordance with Section 90(1) and 90(2)of theCommunity Chafter as follows:

eo(l)

a) personalinformation about an identifiable individualwho holds or is being considered for a position as

an officer, employee or agent of the municipality oranother position appointed by the municipality

CARRIED-

Mayor Cumming called the Regular Open meeting back toorder at 1:31 pm.

PRESENT: Mayor V. Cumming

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Councillors: A. Mund, B. Quiring, K. Gares,S. Anderson, D. Nahal, (K. Fehr, absent)

Staff:

"Attended, as required

Others: Media and Members of the Public

W. Pearce, CAOP. Bridal, Deputy CAO/Director, Corporate ServicesS. Blakely, Manager, Legislative ServicesK. Poole, Manager, Economic Development & TourismS. Koenig, Director, Operation ServicesD. Law, Director, FinanceD. Ross, Director, Recreation Services*C. Broderick, Manager, Current Planning"K. Kryszak, Manager, Parks and Public Spaces*S. Abbott, Parks Planner*B. Bandy, Real Estate ManagerS. Wright, Manager, Recreation Programs*S. Knuhtsen, Manager, Building & LicencingA. Watson, Manager, TransPortationC. Liefke, Planning AssistantL. Walker, Manager, Recreation Administration*T. Martens, Financial Analyst*E. Croy, Transportation Planner*G. Lefebvre, Aquatic Coordinator*

APPROVAL OF ITEMS LISTED ONTHE AGENDA

ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA:

Moved by Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Gares:

THAT the agenda for the April 23, 2019, Regular Openmeeting of the Council of The Corporation of The Cityof Vernon be amended as follows:

1. SEE ITEM 6.D. - General Matters - Public lnput forDVP 00442 for 8800 Rising View Way from JordonHettlinga, dated April 23, 2019

AND FURTHER, that the Agenda be adopted, asamended.

CARRIED

ADOPTION OF MINUTES:

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COUNCIL MEETINGS

DELEGATION -'GREEN TEAM'(0550-01)

REGULAR OPEN MEETING OF COUNCIL TUESDAY. APRIL 23. 2019

Moved by Councillor Munds, seconded by Councillor Gares

THAT the minutes of the Regular Meeting of Councilheld April 8,2019 be adopted, as presented;

AND FURTHER, that the minutes of the Committee ofthe Whole Meeting of Council held March 11,2019, bereceived.

CARRIED.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES:

GENERAL MATTERS:

Barry McDougall, 'Green Team' attended to provide apresentation regarding a request for support of SustainableManufacturing and Passive Building. lntroduced supportersin the gallery.

The following points were reviewed:. Suggesting concept for Sustainable and Passive

Building in Vernon. Passive Contractors and Sustainable Technology

Manufacturers exist in Vernon - proposing conceptwould be:

o lndustry Driveno Support from City of Vernono To create lndustry Forumso Get the Conversations started

. Collaboration could occur between lndustry andOkanagan University

o Developers and Builders would demonstrate costsavings to homeowners

. Passive Home Builders and SustainableManufacturers would settle in Vernon

o Vernon would increase Tourists to visit a "GreenCity"

. Vernon could support 'green machines' (ebikes,cycling, etc) throughout the City of Vernon

Moved by Councillor Munel, seconded by Councillor Gares

THAT Council receives the presentation from BarryMcDougall, 'Green Team' regarding a request forsupport of Sustainable Manufacturing and PassiveBuilding in the City of Vernon as presented at the April23,2019 Regular Council meeting.

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DELEGATION - CYCLINGWITHOUT AGE PROGRAM(8300-06)

CARRIED

Dr. Lauren Lypchuk and Dr. Ward Strong, attended toprovide a presentation regarding the Cycling Without AgeProgram overview and request for assistance.

The following points were noted:Dr. Lauren Lypchuk. 'Cycling Without Age' History/Concept outlined

o A non-profit international volunteerorganization that takes Seniors & less abledcitizens out for free bike rides in specializedbikes called trishaws.

o Established in 2012 in Copenhagen Denmarkand now represented worldwide.

o Provides an opportunity to experience lifebeyond the confines of a home, residence orfacility.

o Gives the 'right to wind in their hair' - theability to connect with nature and chance toshare stories

o Now spanning 42 countries worldwide, 1 ,500Chapters, 2200 trishaws, 15,000+ trainedvolunteer cycle'pilots'

o Over 70,000 have been on rides othenryisenot possible - breaking free of social isolationand loneliness - depression

o Bringing the young, Seniors and less abledtogether

o Active citizenship - with desire for making areal difference - effects are profound

. Five Guiding Principles reviewedo Generosityo Slownesso Storytellingo Relationshipso Without Age

. Schubert Centre is sponsor for program

. 53 volunteers in various stages of training

Dr. Ward Strong. Reviewed requests to the City of Vernon

o Launching of the Vernon & ColdstreamChapter of CWA - a multistep endeavor -Kick off June 2019

o Establishing community connections andrelationships.

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DELEGATION - MULTI-USEGONNECTOR TRAIL(8300-06)

o Setting up an organized and energizedprogram

o Fundraising - first Trishaw purchased withmore to come.

o 100o/o volunteer run - 47 volunteers currentlyin training.

Requested:o City of Vernon designate Trishaw as

Mobility aid; assist with obstacle removal;assist with mapping.

o Agreement in Principle to address accessissues within the City (posts blocking access,Polson Park, etc)

Brad Pelletier, Senior Vice President, Wesbild Okanagan,attended to provide a presentation proposing movingfonryard with a Multi-Use Connector Trail from PredatorRidge and the Commonage Corridor to the Okanagan RailTrail. Matt Ball, Vice President, North Okanagan CyclingSociety, and Carmen Lindsay, Recreation Director, PredatorRidge Resort were introduced to Council.

The following points were noted:Brad Pelletier:o Broad range Community support

o Tourism Vernono North Okanagan Cycling SocietYo Ribbons of Greeno Predator Ridge

o Destination Think! Cycling and Biking Workshopreport noted

o Predator Ridge is 'sales ready' to market the RailTrail for the area

. Connectivity is extremely importantMatt Ball:o Fair number of local groups support this initiative. Several plans have been completed in this regardo North Okanagan Cycling Society (NOCS) Workshop

identified safe biking routes, accommodations neartrail heads, building networks and specifically the PRORT as Medium to High impact calls to action toimprove cycling tourism in our area

o Ribbons of Green / Greater Vernon Trails Plan(2014) identified trail linkage (Predator Ridge to RailTrail)

r NOCS Master Plan (2016) identified the linkage ofEllison and Kalamalka Park as important for rail trailconnectivity. Links the two main riding areas 15

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DEVELOPMENT VARIANCEPERMIT APPLICATION FOR88OO RISING VIEW WAY

Garmen Lindsay:. 40 km of trails at Predator Ridge already, with 4 trails

that connect to Ellison Provincial Parko 6 biking trails that range from green to double black. Cam Sorensen has built all biking trails to date. Backdoor to several biking disciplines: mountain

biking, road biking, rail trail cruisingo Purchased shuttle van to provide transportation to

Rail Trail (launched last year)o Bike rental fleet includes e-bikes, mountain bikes

and children's bikeso Lessons, guided rides and workshops for

surrounding communityo On-site bike shop with a certified bike mechanico Bike parking lot constructed. The Predator Ridge Community has funded over

525 meters of trailMatt Ball:o Use of existing 'cattle tunnel' under highway

suggested for connected trail. Knows start and finish of trail, but need Government

body to lead completion of middle portion of trail toconnect Crystal Water Trail to Predator Ridge/Commonage Trail

o lmportant piece of infrastructure in the Communityo No predesignated route suggested

Councillor Anderson declared a conflict of interest in thefollowing matter as hisfirm is conducting workwith the partysubmitting public input. Councillor Anderson left themeeting at 2:18 pm.

Councillor Quiring declared a conflict of interest in thefollowing matter as hrs firm may conduct work for the RiseGolf Course. Councillor Quiring left the meeting at 2:18 pm.

Moved by Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Nahal

THAT Council support Development Variance PermitApplication #DVP00442 to vary the following sectionof Zoning Bylaw #5000 in order to construct a golfcourse clubhouse on a portion of Lot A, Sec 6, Twp 8,

ODYD, Plan EPP19505 (8800 Rising View Way),which straddles the boundary of the RTC - ResortCommercial and P5 - Private Park zoning districts:

a) to vary Section 12.5.5 for the portion of theproperty zoned P5 - Private Park to allow the L6

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Public lnput - DVP #00/M2

maximum height of a structure to be increasedfrom 8.0 m to 15.0 m to allow the construction of agolf course clubhouse;

AND FURTHER, that Council authorizeAdministration to modify the Okanagan HillsMaster Development Agreement (2005), in orderto allow the construction of the golf courseclubhouse, subject to the necessary servicingcosts associated with the golf course clubhousebeing identified and proportionately allocatedwithin the Master Development Agreementmodule structure;

AND FURTHER, that Council support ofDVP00442 is subject to the following:

a) That the site plan and elevation plans,intended to illustrate the general form,character and massing of the proposed golfcourse clubhouse as shown on Attachments 2

and 3 in the report titled "DevelopmentVariance Permit Application for 8800 RisingView Way" and dated March 29, 2019 beattached to and form part of DVP00442 asSchedule'A'.

The Corporate Officer advised that one writtensubmissions had been received, as follows:

1. Email dated April 23, 2019 from Jordon Hettinga

Mayor Cumming called a first time for representation fromthe public in attendance who believe their interest inproperty is affected by Development Variance Permit#00442 to vary Section 12.5.5 of Zoning Bylaw #5000 ANDto allow a modification to the Okanagan Hills MasterDevelopment Agreement (2005), in order to allow theconstruction of the golf course clubhouse.

THE QUESTION WAS CALLED ON THE MAIN MOTIONAND DECLARED CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Gares

THAT Council the City Clerk be authorized to issueDevelopment Variance Permit #00442, to vary Section12.5.5 of Zoning Bylaw #5000 AND to allow amodification to the Okanagan Hills Master

lssuance of Permit #00/M2

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AGRICULTURAL LANDCOMMISSION - RECENTCHANGES

ROAD LINES AT OKANAGANAVENUE AND 34TH STREET

TRAIL AT 14TH STREET

STREET SWEEPING

ADMINISTRATION U PDATES(0550-05)


Development Agreement (2005), in order to allow theconstruction of the golf course clubhouse, once allconditions of Council are satisfied.

CARRIED.

Councillors Quiring and Anderson returned to the meetingat 2:24 pm.

COUNCIL RIES

Council inquired as to the possibility of sendingcorrespondence to the Agricultural Land Commissionexpressing concern regarding the new'cap'on the size andnumber of homes on Agricultural property, as noted in therecent presentation from MLA, Eric Foster.

Moved by Councillor Quiring, seconded by Councillor Mund

THAT Council directs the Mayor, on behalf of Council,to fonruard a letter of concern to the Agricultural LandCommission regarding recent changes pertaining torestrictions on the size and number of homes permittedon land designated as Agricultural Land Reserve.

CARRIED.

Council inquired as to why there are no turn lane lines atOkanagan Avenue and 34th Street. An Admin Update willbe provided.

Council inquired regarding the trail route located at 14th

Street which requires users to cross road twice to accesstrail route. An Admin Update will be provided.

Council inquired as to why, when road sweeping occurs, thewalking path along the roads are not swept. A. Admin:Paved areas are swept. At this point only the first pass hasbeen done. Contractors will be revisited to completesweeping and flushing.

ADMINISTRATION UPDATES

Moved by Councillor Quiring, seconded by CouncillorAnderson:

THAT Council receive the Administration Updates datedApril 23, 2019.

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VERNON PICKLEBALLASSOCIATION PRESENTATIONRESPONSE(6140-20)

COUNCIL STRATEGIC PLAN, 2019

- 2022(0530-05)

CARRIED.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Moved by Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Gares

THAT Council approves reordering the agenda in orderto consider ltem 9.8. Unfinished Business - VemonPickleball Association Presentation Response as ltem9.A. Unfinished Business.

CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Mund, seconded by CouncillorAnderson:

THAT Council postpones consideration of the memodated April 17,2019, from Will Pearce, CAO regardingVernon Pickleball Association Presentation response aspresented on the April 23, 2019 Regular agenda.

CARRIED.


THAT Councilauthorizes Councillor Mund, the CAO andthe Manager, Real Estate to work with the VernonPickleballAssociation to resolve the 4 issues referred toin April 17,2019 memo to Council.

CARRIED.


THAT Council endorse the Council Strategic Plan 2019

-2022 as attached to the report titled Council StrategicPlan 2019 2022 from the Director, Communitylnfrastructure and Development.

Gouncillar Anderson Ieft the meeting at 3:37 pm and returnedto the meeting at 3:40 pm.

Moved by Councillor Quiring, seconded by Councillor Mund

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THAT Council amends the resolution to directAdministration to initiate the following changes to theDraft Council Strategic Plan:

o (Page 77) Under'How do we measure'-'acquisitionof off leash dog park' should read 'establishment ofoff leash dog park'

o (Page 77) Vibrant Downtown / Actions Required -Monitor impact... change to 'evaluate and seekCouncil direction'

o (Page 79) Vision - 4 lines down - Urban ParksSystems...insert the word 'and'as a connection...'

o (Page 79) Nothing noted regarding 'Develop LakeAccess'- reference should be added as a specificgoal

o (Page 79) Action - Add - 'Minimum of one LakeAccess site to be developed per year'

o (Page 78) lmplementation of Fire Rescue ServicesStrategic Plan should read 'Review and implementFire Rescue Services Strategic Plan'

o (Page 80) 'Develop a City Housing First Strategy'-reference should read 'Develop a comprehensiveVernon Housing Strategy'

o (Page 80) remove reference to 'in and around theCity Centre'

o (Page 81) Vibrant Downtown -Add goalto reference'address sharps and downtown cleanltness'and addaction item to correspond noting 'Folks on Spokes'and'clean up initiatives'

o (Page 81) Under Specific Goal 'Parking for Rail Trialat Civic Arena' should be a goal to 'provide parkingfor RailTrail in downtown core'and an Action item to'create at Civic Arena site'.

o (Page 81) 'Monitor Cannabis Stores'- Goal shouldbe'Cannabis Stores in the Downtown core shall nothave ill effect' and Action should be 'Will monitorCannabis Stores in the Downtown core to ensure noill effect'

o (Page 82) Organizational Goals - Vision: shouldread 'decision making through the use of varioustools, including those online'

o (Page 82) Third bullet - should read 'streamline redtape to....eneeurage facilitate cost effectivedevelopment'

o (Page 82) Goal should be 'full complement of staff'instead of 'prioritize' as that is an Administrativefunction

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39OO BLOCK 31ST STREETPARKING STUDY RESULTS(8300-09-03)


(Page 83) Regional Relationship - Add goal 'topermit Council to consult City staff on in cameraRegional District of North Okanagan issues' withaction item'to obtain RDNO approval to consult'(Page 83) Top Goal- needs review - is there a wordmissing from first goal?(Page 83) Support an Amalgamation Study ADD 'ifrequested by at least one other Partner'(Page 84) Sustainable Priorities - Vision 3'd

sentence - Vernon Residents trying out....remove 'atthe landfill'(Page 84) Top Vernon is promoting bestpractices....should add reference to'infrastructure'and remove the word 'buildings'(Page 84) Last sentence'to help diversify'change'tocontinue to diversify'(Page 84)'@ encourage' -amend wording to remove first three words(Page 85) Actions @encourage' - amend wording to remove first threewords(Page 85) Add the word 'green'to building initiatives

AND FURTHER, that Council directs Administration tobring the amended draft Council Strategic Plan back toCouncil for review and consideration of adoption.

CARRIED.

THE QUESTION WAS CALLED ON THE MAIN MOTION,AS AMENDED AND DECLARED CARRIED.


THAT Council receive the report titled "3900 Block of31st Street Parking Study Results", dated April 11,2019 by the Transportation Planner.

CARRIED.

MATTERS REFERRED ROM THE IN.CAMERAMEETING - April 23,2019

THAT Council brings fonnrard, as public information, thefollowing motions declassified from confidentialto non-confidential at the April 23,2019,|n Camera meeting: 2I

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APPOINTMENT - CLIMATEACTION ADVISORY COMMITTEE,YOUTH MEMBERSHIP(0540-20)

PLANNING AND BUILDINGFIRST QUARTER SUMMARY(6e70-20)

RECESS

RECALL

REQUEST FORRECONSIDERATION - 2019 TAXRATE OPTIONS(1970-{3-05)

2019 TAX RATE OPTION /SPECIAL REGULAR COUNCILMEETING

"THAT Council receives the resignation of PiperCahoon, and appoints Hayden Catt as a Youthrepresentative to the Climate Action AdvisoryCommittee for a one year term expiring April 2020."

NEW BUSINESS

CORRESPONDENCE:

Moved bv Councillor Quiri ng, seconded by Councillor Gares

THAT Council receives the memorandum titled "2019Planning and Building First quarter StatisticsSummary' dated April 16, 2019, from the Manager,Economic Development and Tourism, and CurrentPlanning Assistant, for information.

CARRIED.

Mayor Cumming recessed the meeting at4:19 pm.

Mayor Cumming recalled the meeting to order at4:28 pm.

Moved by Councillor Quiring, seconded by Councillor Mund:

THAT pursuant to Section 33 of Council ProcedureBylaw #4840, that Council reconsider the followingmotion of April 8, 2019 regarding the 2019 Tax RateOptions:

'THAT Councilselecfs Option four (4), of the fourtax rate options identified on Schedule A in therepoft recommendation titled '2019 Tax RatesOptions", dated March 27, 2019, from theFinancial Analyst;

AND FURTHER, that Council direct Administrationto prepare the Tax Rafes Bylaw #5745 for initialreadings on Tuesday, April 23, 2019.'

CARRIED, with Councillors Anderson and Garesopposed.

Moved by Councillor Quiring, seconded by CouncillorAnderson:

THAT Council selects Option four (4), of the four taxrate options identified on Schedule A in the report 22

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COMMUNITY TO COMMUNITYFORUM - OKANAGAN INDIANBAND(0485-20)

RECREATION SERVICESQUARTERLY REPORTS(7700-01)

RECREATION SERVICESAMENDMENT TO FEES &CHARGES BYLAW(7700-03/3900-02)

ZONING BYLAW #5OOO

ACCESSIBLE PARKINGAMENDMENTS(6450)

THAT Council endorse amendments to Zoning Bylaw#5000, as shown in red in Attachment 1 in the reporttitled "Zoning Bylaw #5000 Accessible ParkingAmendments" dated April 10, 2019 by theTransportation Planner, that would require newdevelopments to provide accessible parking spaces inoff-street parking lots;


recommendation titled "2019 Tax Rates Options",dated March 27,2019, from the Financial Analyst.

CARRIED, with CouncillorGumming opposed.

Mund and Mayor

M bv Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Gares:

THAT Council approves Administration coordinating a

Community to Community Forum betweenrepresentatives of the Okanagan lndian Band,Members of Vernon Council, and Administration Staff.

CARRIED.


THAT Council receive the memorandum titledRecreation Services Quarterly Reports and theaccompanying Power Point presentation, dated April11,2019, from the Director, Recreation Services, forinformation.

CARRIED.

REPORTS:

Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by CouncillorGares

THAT Council approve Amendments to the RecreationServices Fees & Charges Bylaw #5472 for the period

of September 1 , 2019 to August 31, 2020, as outlinedin Attachment "A" to the memorandum titled RecreationServices Amendment to Fees & Charges Bylaw, datedApril 1 1,2019, from the Director, Recreation Services;

CARRIED,

Moved bv Councillor Gares, seconded by Councillor Mund

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CANNABIS BUSINESS LICENCEAPPLICATION FOR 33OO . 31ST

AVENUE (4330-20 / CRL00010)

AND FURTHER, that Council direct Administration toresearch off-street accessible parking spacerequirements in other communities, and to bring furtherrecommended accessible parking space amendmentsto Zoning Bylaw #5000 to the Advisory PlanningCommittee and the Transportation AdvisoryCommittee for their review and comment;

AND FURTHER, that Council direct Administration topresent the Advisory Planning Committee andTransportation Advisory Committee input and furtherrecommended accessible parking space amendmentsto Zoning Bylaw #5000 for Council's consideration in

August 2019.

CARRIED.

Moved bv Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Nahal

THAT Council provide a positive recommendation tothe Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB)regarding Cannabis Retail Store application(Job#001970) (CRL00010) with respect to theapplication to establish a Non-Medical cannabis retailsales business on Lot A, Plan KAP89332, DL 72,ODYD (3300 - 31st Avenue);

AND FURTHER, that the LCRB be advised thatCouncil's support of the subject cannabis retail storeapplication addresses the LCRB resolution criteria in

the following manner:

a) The location of the proposed store:

The proposed new premise at 3300 - 31st

Avenue is within the C7 - Heritage BusinessDistrict zone, and a cannabis retail store is apermitted use within this commercial zone.


i. Council considers that approval of a cannabisretail store at this location would have minimalimpact on the community as long as allfederal,provincial and municipal regulations areadhered to.

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REVIEW OF 2019 OCPAMEN DMENT APPLICATIONSPURSUANT TO OCP POLICY(6480-01)

OFFICIAL COMMUNIry PLANAMENDMENT AND ZONINGBOUNDARY ADJUSTMENTS INTHE FOOTHILLSNETGHBOURHOOD (B/L#57 52r 57

'3XZON 00330/OC P00083)


c) The public consultation process consists of 60stakeholder referral letters being sent to internaldepartments, agencies and to all businesses,property owners and occupants within 30 m of thesubject property. One "no objection" response wasreceived.

AND FURTHER, that the report from the Manager,Current Planning dated April 12,2019 be provided tothe Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch todocument the City of Vernon's consideration of thelocation of the proposed cannabis retail store, themeans of public consultation and the summary of inputreceived with respect to Cannabis Retail Storeapplication CR100010;

AND FURTHER, should the applicant receivelicensing approval for a Non-Medical Cannabis RetailStore from the Liquor and Cannabis RegulationBranch, issuance of a Cannabis Business Licence willbe subject to the following condition:

a) Removal of the portion of the building shown inAttachment 5 (i.e. western portion of the existingbuilding) prior to issuance of the City of VernonBusiness Licence.

CARRIED

Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by CouncillorMund:

THAT Council direct Administration to hold an OpenHouse to consider the OCP amendment applicationsreceived prior to March 1, 2019 as outlined in thereport titled Review of 2019 OCP AmendmentApplications Pursuant to OCP Policy and dated April12, 2019 from the Manager, Current Planning.

CARRIED.

Move"d!_v Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Gares

THAT Council support the proposed OfficialCommunity Plan amendment and concurrentrezoning of a portion of Lot 1, Plan EPP89064, Sec13, Twp. 8, ODYD (6501 Blackcomb Way) and aportion of Lot 1, Plan KAP33073, Sec 13, Twp. 8,

ODYD (180 Whistler Place) as outlined in the report 25

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ADOPTION. 5747

titled "Official Community Plan Amendment andZoning Boundary Adjustments in the FoothillsNeighbourhood" dated April 11, 2019 from theManager, Current Planning.

CARRIED.

LEGISLATIVE MATTERS:

BYLAWS:


THAT Bylaw #5747, "Fire Services (OutdoorBurning) Amendment Bylaw Number 5747,2019" -a bylaw to amend Fire Services Bylaw Number 5635,be adopted.

GARRIED.

of Moved by Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Gares:

THAT Bylaw #5736, "Silver Star Gateway BusinessPark Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number 5736,2019" - a bylaw to rezone the subjection properties from'RR - Rural Residential' to '11 - Light lndustrial'ANDfrom 'R7 Mobile Home Residential' to 'C5Community Commercial' be adopted;

AND FURTHER, that Council authorizes the CorporateOfficer to issue Development Variance Permit #00447.

CARRIED.


THAT Bylaw #5746, "Repeal of City of Vernon MixedMartial Arts Bylaw Number 5505, 2014 BylawNumber 5746,2019" - a bylaw to repeal City of VernonMixed Martial Arts Bylaw Number 5505, 2014, beadopted.

CARRIED.

5736 andDVP000447

a 5746

FIRST, SECOND & THIRDREADINGS

o 5745

o issuance

Moved by Councillor Quiring, seconded by CouncillorGares:

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a 5749,5750,5751

REGULAR OPEN MEETING OF COUNCIL TUESDAY. APRIL 23. 20{9

THAT Bylaw #5745, "Tax Rates Bylaw Number 5745,2019" - a bylaw for the levying of rates for Municipal,Hospital, Regional District and Specified Area purposesfor the Year 2019, be read a first, second and thirdtime.

CARRIED

Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by CouncillorQuiring:

THAT Council defers consideration of the followingbylaws:

1. "Animal Regulation and Animal Pound(Updates) Bylaw Number 5749,2019"

2. "Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Animal Regulationand Animal Pound Updates) Amendment BylawNumber 5750, 2019"

3. "Municipal Ticketing Information (AnimalRegulation and Animal Pound Updates)Amendment Bylaw Number 5751,2019"

AND FURTHER, that Council directs Administration toprovide clarification regarding proposed new section2.(b) regarding requests for the provision of photoidentification.

CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Quiring, seconded by CouncillorGares:

THAT Bylaw #5744, "Zoning Text (Accessible Parking& Loading) Amendment Bylaw Number 5744,2019"- a bylaw to amend Zoning Bylaw 5000 to add textamendments to Section 7 - Parking & Loading, be reada first and second time;

AND FURTHER, that the Public Hearing for Bylaw#5744, be scheduled for Monday, May 13, 2019, at5:30 pm, in Council Chambers.

CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Nahal:

THAT Bylaw #5752, "6501 Blackcomb Way and 180

FIRST & SECOND READING &PUBLIC HEARING DATE

o 5744

o 575227

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o 5753

NOTICE OF MOTION - RETAILCANNABIS STORES(couNclLLoR MUND)(4330-01)

NOTICE OF MOTION - TOWNHALL MEETINGS

Whistler Place Official Gommunity Plan AmendmentBylaw Number 5752,2019" -a bylawto redesignatethesubject properties from "Rural Agricultural" (RAGR) and"Hillside Residential" (HRES) to "Rural Agricultural"(RAGR) and "Hillside Residential" (HRES) be read afirst and second time;

AND FURTHER, that the Public Hearing for Bylaw#5752, be scheduled for Monday, May 27,2019, at5:30 pm, in Council Chambers

CARRIED.

Moved by Councillor Mund, seconded by Councillor Gares:

THAT Bylaw #5753, "6501 Blackcomb Way and 180Whistler Place Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number5753, 2019" - a bylaw to rezone the subject properties

from 'Row Housing Residential' (RM1) and 'Parks andOpen Space' (P1) to 'Hillside Residential Multi-Family'(HR2) and 'Parks and Open Space' (P1), be read a firstand second time;

AND FURTHER, that the Public Hearing for Bylaw#5753, be scheduled for Monday, May 27, 2O'19, at5:30 pm, in Council Chambers.

CARRIED.

Notices of Motion

Moved by Councillor Mund, seconded by CouncillorQuiring:

THAT Council directs Administration to limit the numberof Cannabis Shops within the Primary and Secondary BIAarea of the City of Vernon, to six (6) Licenced CannabisRetail Shops;

AND FURTHER, that Administration monitor and reportback in one year's time.

CARRIED, with Gouncillor Nahal opposed.

Councillor Nahal left the meeting at 5:58 pm and returnedto the meeting at 6:01 Pm.

Moved by Councillor Gares, seconded by CouncillorAnderson: 28

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(couNcrLLoR GARES)(0550-01)

MEETING/EVENT ATTENDANCE

MEETI NG/EVENT ATTENDANCE

THAT Council direct Administration to arrange a TownHall meeting to provide Vernon residents and Businessowners the ability to direct concerns or issues relatingto crime, vagrancy and open drug use, whereby thereis a negative impact on the downtown core and

surrounding neighborhoods, through an open micdialogue;

AND FURTHER, that the Town Hall meeting willprovide Council with a better understanding of theconcerns, in the downtown, so that Council can providetargeted solutions to help mitigate such issues.

CARRIED, with Mayor Gumming opposed.

couNcr INFORMATION UPDATES:

COUNCILLOR BRIAN QUIRING

Councillor Brian Quiring provided a verbal report on thefollowing matters:

Attended the following events:o Municipal Relations Committee with Downtown

Vernon Associationo Audit Committee at Regional District of North

Okanagan tomorrowo Thursday - 'meet and greet' at 'Ratio' al4'.30 pm for

Climate Action Committee

Councillor Quiring Ieft the meeting at 6:41 pm

COUNCILLOR SCOTT ANDERSON

Councillor Scott Anderson provided a verbal report on thefollowing matters:

Attended the following events:o Spelling Bee tomorrow

COUNCILLOR AKBAL MUND

Councillor Akbal Mund provided a verbal report on thefollowing matters:

Attended the following events:o Met with Okanagan lndian Band Council

MEETING/EVENT ATTEN DANCE

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a Met with Okanagan Basin Water Board - notedpredicting drought this year unless heavy rains occur

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MEETING/EVENT ATTENDANCE

MEETING/EVENTATTENDANCE

GOUNCILLOR KARI GARES

Councillor Kari Gares provided a verbal report on thefollowing matters:

Attended the following events:r Affordable Housing Committee. Regional Growth Advisory Committee this Thursday. Regional Agricultural Committee this Thursdayo Spelling Bee tomorrow

MAYOR VICTOR CUMMING

Mayor Cumming provided a verbal report on the followingmatters:

Attended several events including:r UBC Advisory Committeeo RDNO Meetingo Dancing with Stars trainingo RBC Presentation with Kevin Pooleo Ribbons of Green Meetingo RDNO Media Relations meeting. Forest Sector Meeting for Southern Interior. Climate Change interaction with Teacherso Spelling Bee tomorrow

INFORMATION ITEMS:

A. Minutes from the following Committees of Council:(i) Affordable Housing Advisory, Mar 14,2019(ii) Advisory Planning, Mar 26,2019

Mayor Cumming closed the Regular Meeting at 6:46 pm.

CERTIFIED CORRECT:

CLOSE OF REGULAR OPENMEETING

Victor CummingMayor

Patricia BridalCorporate Officer

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TrrN CONPORATION OF' THE CITY OF VERI..{ON

REQUEST TO APPEAR AS A DELEGATION

ON *lSritt-MontHDay

APPROVED:-Mtg Date:Flcrq ?a19

Year

(See Gouncil Calendar on back of Form)

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WillThere be a Power Point Presentation? No lXl .Yes I I 1'ou"on"weekbeforethenneting)

WillThere be written material provided for the Agenda? No R*Yes l-11'ou"onu*€€kberorelhermetins)

pE$lREp A{I|0N FRpM qou,Hq&

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utes, (followed by anY questions*Please be advised that delegations are limited 5 min

from Council), unless otherwise resolved by Council'Personal informalion collected iscollected ln compliance and protectedin aocordanca with lhe Fraedom oflnformation and Protection of PrivacyAct and will be used for the purposas

serving our citizens ln a responsibleand afficlent manner'

Date of Request:

Name of Person Making the Request: l4ni/l*f," 4jattrel - -

Name & Titles of Presente(s): fis{ll-}" "itxx"::ai-

Contact lnformation : Phone*, Email:

MaitingAddress:* .- ". --. iVxrt'lril1r*jl1i"Le2*

(PLEASE SEE REVERSE)

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THE CORPORATION OF THE CTTY OF VERNON


ON \5Day Month

(See Council Calendar on back of Form)

APPROVEDMtg Date:2419

Year

Date of Request: F\oc\ Ab 2ot9,

Name of Person Making the Request

Name & Titles of Presenter(s): Kelsey Robertson and Jane Weixl for the Sustainable Environment

Network Society

Contact lnformation; Phs6s (250) Email: I

Mailing Address:1002 33rd Avenue, Vernon BC V1T 6R7

DETAILS OF PRESENTATION

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Will There be a Power Point Presentation? No $.V"a S(.0r" one week before the meeting)

Will There be written material provided for the Agenda? ruo O.Yes S t.or" one week berore tho meetins)

DESIRED ACTION FROM COUNCIL

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*Please be advised that delegations are limited 5 minutes, (followed by any questions

from Council), unless othenrvise resolved by CouncilPersonal informatlon collected lscollected in compliance and protectedin accordance with the Freedom ofInformation and Protection of PrivacyAct and will be used for the purqNesseruing our citizens in a responsibleand efficient manner.


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Prooosal For Vernon r and Council brino a Droposa banninq.aa,,

Ban on Sinqle Use Plastic Checkout Baqs

o The free provision of single-use materials represents a systemic

business/consumer transaction that privileges short-term convenience

over long term sustainabilitY.. The single-use plastic bag is a powerful example of "throw away

consumerism".. Overuse of plastic checkout bags in our community is unsustainable

over the long term and causes materials to quickly become waste after

only one or few uses.o Regulatory intervention is needed now to curb this common

buJiness/customer transaction that creates avoidable waste and its

associated municiPal costs.. Only a wholesale shift to sustainable, reusable bags will reduce our

community's waste, landfill, pollution and litter risks from checkout bags

Gheckout Baq Requlation Bvlaw (Draft)

Bylaw bans businesses from single use plastic checkout bags by December

31,2019.. Provides a list of plastic bags considered exempt from the ban (eg.

meat/veg bulk bags, newspaper, dry cleaning bags etc);

o Defines reusable bag performance specification to withstand 125 uses.

. Avoids policy rebound to excessive paper bag use;

o Escalating price on paper bags commencing with an initial price of no-

less than 12 cents in the first year, followed by 25 cents after 1 year

(2020)',o Avoids policy rebound to excessive reusable bags by setting an

appropriate minimum price for reusable bags ($2 dollars);

. Avoids Biodegradable or Bio Based Bags through inclusion in the

bylaw restrictions;e Avoids heavy-weight plastic bags: by including heavier gauge LDPE

bags in the bYlaw restrictions; and,

o Enables free provision of bags only if they are previously used.

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CORPORATION OF THE CITY OT'VERNON


ON 23rd AprilDay Monlh

(See Council Gelondaron back of Form)

Page-l

APPROVED:

-Mtg Date:2019

Year

Date of Requeat: April 2nd 2019

Name of Peeon Making the Request

Name & Titles of Presenter(s) in Lloyd Drodqe, owner of A.M. l. Clothinq LTD

and Vernon Craft Disti ilenes LTD Located at 4601 23rd stVernon BCVIT4KT

Gontact lnformation: Phone-250' I Email: t

Mailing Address: 1-460 1 23rd stVernon BCV1T4K7

DFTAILS OF PREqENJATIoNattached is an Arial view of the proposed work by the city oiVernon for the

201g capitol Project 23rd st and 46th ave sidewalk program, and the proposed

Changes to the pro;".t by Mr. Drodge to allow his two businesses to maintain the

.rrr"it parktng for A.M.l. Clothing and Vernon Craft Distilleries by means of

adding one additional in the proposed sidewalk. also attached is letter of support

from the Buildlngs owner.

Will There be a power Point Presentation? No Fl .Yes E 1'ou"on"weekbetorelhe meetins)

\Mll There be written material provided for the Agenda? ruo I *Yes lf,l (*due one week berore the meetins)

pEsr REpJ\c,lt9J FBpM cOU NEI!-

to approve the proposed changes to the 20 1 9 cap itol Project on 23 rd st and 46th ave by Mr. Drodge

thus al lowing A.Mj clothing and Vernon Craft Distilleries as well as thei I staff and clients to continue

to have the same parking they currently have and require to operate the two businesses located at

4601 23rd st complex by addi n9 n the one driveway and allowing access to their business's cu rrent

pa rking on the west side of the buildi ng facing 23rd st after the project l5 complete.

*please be advised that delegations are limited 5 minutes, (followed by any questions

from Council), unless otherwise resolved by Council.Personal information collected iscolleded in compliance and protoated

in accordance with the Freedom ofInformation and Proteelion of PivacyAct and will be used for the purposes

sening our citizens in a rcsponsibleand effieient manner


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proposed 2019 Capitol project 23rd st and 46th Ave would remove ALL parking from the

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Photos of Parking atRichmond House B&B

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VERNON NORTH

OKANAGAN

DETACHMENTLst Quarter (January to March) 2019

C.UA*I f R!-Y PL":Li{lll* *f f ilttlCommitted to preserve the peace, uphold the law and

provide quality service in partnership with our

communities.

5i:p*ti::ten*e nt Shawn* SAiiillOfficer in Charge

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i-'t Quarter 201-9 - Policing Activity ReportAll crime statistics for specific areas are featured at the end of this report. Statistics reflect monthly

totals for January to March 20i.9 with comparisons from the previous year. This report reflects a

representative sampling of our policing activities for the 1't quarter of 2019'

The Vernon North Okanagan Detachment (VNoD) is pleased to announce the policing priorities for our

z11g-Z112Strategic Plan. For the next three years, we will focus on Enhanced Public Safety, Community

Connections and Road Safety. ln support of our priorities, we will implement various initiatives and track

our results with specific performance measures including Criminal Code Cases, which this quarter

increased L.7g%,and Property Crime, which decreased2.26%. The VNOD Senior Management Team will

release the plan to our Stakeholders in the coming weeks.

ln February, police officers from VNOD were proud to participate in the opening ceremonies of the

British Columbia Special Olympics Winter Games in Vernon. Our police officers interacted with the

athletes and coaches priorto the event and it was clear our presence had a tremendous impact on the

Special Olympians. Once the ceremony began, police officers proudly led in their respective regions, as

well as escorting the ceremonial flame in to light the torch that symbolized the start of the Games. The

atmosphere of the opening ceremonies was overwhelmingly positive and the presence of our red serge

certainly enhanced it.

The Vernon North Okanagan Detachment

participated in the anti-bullying initiative "Pink Shirt

Day", which included 3000 pink shirts proudly

displaying the "Helping Hands" logo created by

Harwood Elementary and an anti-bullying poster

contest. The highlight of the day was the Pink Police

Car detailed in temporary pink decals and anti-

bullying graphics which was driven to participating

schools.

FRONT LINE POLICING

On January 1't, multiple police officers responded to a male in Vernon who had been stabbed in the leg.

The victim sustained non-life threatening injuries and no suspect was identified.

On January 6th, police responded to a three vehicle collision in the southbound lane of Hwy 97 near

Birnie Road which resulted in the death of a 2!year old woman. The incident is still under investigation.

On January 25th, a police officer initiated a traffic stop of a possible impaired driver in Vernon, As the

male driver attempted to flee from police, the vehicle went off the road and became stuck. The driver

and a male passenger, who was in possession of a firearm, were arrested and held in custody' The

matter is before the court.

On February 23'd, police assisted the Vernon Fire Department with a bush fire in Polson Park. A 40 year

old female was arrested for mischief.

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On March 20th, police were advised of an avalanche at Silver Star Mountain which resulted in the injury

of a 40 year old male. RCMP Police Dog Service and Vernon Search & Rescue attended to the scene to

search the area.

GEN ERAL INVESTIGATION SECTION

Serious Crimes UnitThe following is a synopsis of some of the recent investigations conducted by the Vernon SCU and does

not reflect all the tasks the officers are working on, nor does it include information which could impact

on going police investigations.

ln January, SCU investigated an aggravated assault in Vernon where a 56 year old male received

serious but non-life threatening injuries. lndividuals responsible were identified and arrested.

The matter is currently before the courts.

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ln February, SCU assumed conductof an investigation of a break, enterand discharge of firearm

in Coldstream. Subsequently, a 29 year old male was found deceased in Vernon. After an

extensive investigation, one person has been charged in relation to the incident and is in

custody. This matter is currently before the courts and SCU continues to actively investigate the

circumstances around this event.

SP ECIAL VICTIM U N IT

The Special Victim Unit was created to investigate files relating to vulnerable victims of crime. The SVU is

comprised of a Corporal and two Constables who are responsible for high risk investigations relating to

domestic violence, sex crimes and missing persons.

Domestic Violence

The Domestic Violence unit continues to monitor numerous files which are either in the court process or

require a multi-agency response through the lntegrated Case Assessment Team (ICAT). These files

include situations where there is a high risk to the safety of the victim. During this reporting period,

there were six new ICAT referrals, a high risk domestic investigation, a youth related violence in

relationships investigation, and a harassment investigation.

Sex CrimesThe Sex Crimes unit welcomed a new member to the team and has had a very busy first quarter, which

included assisting another agency with statements from a child and guardian, monitored several child

interviews and assumed conduct of an attempt abduction investigation. As well, Sex Crimes investigated

a report of child pornography from the BC lntegrated Child Exploitation unit.

Missing Persons

The Missing Person Coordinator role was created to provide oversight of high risk missing person

investigations. During this quarter, the coordinator provided assistance on a missing person who was

later found deceased and has assumed the family liaison role for other outstanding missing person

investigations.

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TARGETED POLICINGln an effort to continue to work closely with partner agencies and stakeholders, the Targeted Policing

Unit met regularly with numerous partner agencies including lnteragency, Outreach and Mentally

Disordered Offenders.

Provincial Tactical EnforcementTargeted policing continue to participate in the policing priority of identifying, profiling, selecting and

targeting individuals and/or groups involved in criminal activity and, because of their association to

gangs and/or organized crime, pose a safety risk to the community. This period, Targeted Policing

prepared intelligence packages on identified individuals and/or groups within this priority for the next

period and attended a regional meeting to share intelligence of interest across detachment borders.

Task Forcer ln January, Task Force executed two residential search warrants and arrested three individuals

for drug trafficking. Police seized large quantities of cocaine and fentanyl along with an

undisclosed amount of Canadian Currency.

o ln February, Task Force completed an investigation of a male believed responsible for dial-a-

dope drug trafficking. The investigation resulted in the seizure of numerous street level

packages of cocaine and Canadian currency.

Crime Reduction Unit (Downtown Enforcement & Prolific Offender Unit)

The Crime Reduction Unit performs a significant role in the bi-weekly comparative statistics meeting

where emerging crime trends, hot spots of criminal activity, problem premises, priority prolific offenders

and social chronic offenders are identified and tasks are assigned to various units to help reduce crime.

During this reporting period, Crime Reduction took enforcement action executing 39 arrest warrants and

charging 15 persons with breach of court conditions, including curfew breaches.

o CRU investigated a Prolific Offender suspected of failing to comply with a court imposed curfew

and involved in criminal activity. The investigation resulted in the subject's arrest during a

breach of curfew as well as additional weapons related charges'

CRU increased patrols of the downtown area as a result of recent incidents of pallet fires. A male

subject believed to be responsible for previous fires was arrested in relation to an active fire and

is charged with mischief.

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a Two persons under charges for a recent violent crime came to the attention of CRU as it was

suspected they were not complying with conditions of their release. The investigation resulted

in the arrest of both individuals and they are now facing breach of condition charges.

prolific Offenders: At the conclusion of this reporting period, there are 17 Prolific Offenders who

were identified for monitoring in the Vernon North Okanagan. Of those, 7 are currently in custody

and 10 are not in custody.

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NORTH OKANAGAN FRONT LINE POLICING

Armstrong/Spa I I u mcheeno On January 5th, police attended a disturbance at a local business on Okanagan Street. A protest

group, Okanagan Animal Save, attempted to prevent work vehicles from access to and from the

property. Police were required to provide escorts to ensure the safety of both transport truck

operators and Protestors.

. On January L0th, a male was reported missing from a residence on Rosedale Ave. The male was

located three weeks later deceased in a vehicle off a rural road in Vernon.

On January 29th, a student at Pleasant Valley Secondary School uttered a threat toward the

school via text message. The youth was arrested and charged with uttering threats.

o On February 21't, police officers responded to multiple reports of a male walking along the 2900

block of Rosedale Ave carrying and pointing a large machete. Police located and arrested the

man who is charged with possessing a weapon and fail to comply with undertaking.

o On March 19th, police responded to a discarded improvised explosive device in an empty parking

lot on Smith Avenue. Police evacuated the surrounding businesses as a precautionary safety

measure until the RCMP Explosive Disposal Unit attended and confirmed the device was a

modified grenade.

Enderbyo On March 2nd, police responded to a single vehicle incident on Highway 97A near North Enderby

Timber where a vehicle had gone into the ditch. The driver was investigated for impaired driving

and refused to provide a breath sample to police. The driver received a 90 day lmmediate

Roadside Prohibition and was served a 30 day Vehicle lmpoundment.

. On March 22nd, police investigated a break and enter to a local business on Mill Avenue where

an unknown suspect had broken a window and forced it open with a tool. The RCMP Forensic

ldentification Section attended, however no suspects were identified.

Fa lkla nd

. On January 6th, police recovered eight rifles leaning in a pile against a fence on Lynes Road.

lnvestigation ongoing to locate the registered owner of the firearms.

On February 16th, police responded to a disturbance on Douglas Lake Road. When workers in the

area confronted an individual in process of stealing fuel, the suspect presented a rifle prior to

fleeing the area in a truck. Police located and arrested the suspect. The investigation continues

as police gather evidence with regards to other fuel thefts over a four week period.

LumbyOn January 29th, police investigated the theft of a computer and radio stolen from a Cat Loader

parked on a forest service road in Cherryville. No suspects were identified.

On March 9th, police requested the assistance of the Emergency Response Team to arrest a male

on Dyffryn Road, for uttering threats. The male was taken into custody without incident and

held for court.

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a On March l1th, police recognized a male on Vernon Street, wanted on an outstanding warrant

for theft under. The male was arrested without incident.

o On March 24th, when clearing a property on Brookfield Road with an excavator, a landowner dug

up a box of military explosives containing several hand grenades. The RCMP Explosive Disposal

Unit attended to remove the devices.

Spallumcheen. On February 5th, police investigated a theft of diesel from a locked compound on Otter Lake

Road. No suspects were identified'

r On March 23d, police apprehended a male under the Mental Health Act who was experiencing

delusional thoughts and his family was fearful for their safety'

Westsideo On March 2nd, police investigated the disappearance of a 15 year old youth who had a history of

mental health issues. The youth was last seen at a residence on Westside. Police located the

individual safe in another jurisdiction at a friend's residence.

o On March 4th, two people were reported overdue from a sledding outing near Bouleau Lake'

The responding police officers worked with Vernon Search and Rescue and RCMP Air Services'

The following day, both individuals were located safe.

o On March 15th, police responded to structure fire on lrish Creek Road. The matter is still under

investigation.

NORTH OKANAGAN GEN ERAL INVESTIGATION SECTION

The following is a synopsis of the most recent significant investigations conducted by the North

Okanagan General lnvestigation Section:

ln March, Rural GIS was advised of a foreign national who was injured while visiting on holiday

and later died as a result. The investigation required Rural GIS to coordinate resources between

multi-jurisdictions and determined there was no foul play.

ln March, Rural GIS assumed conduct of an investigation to determine the cause of a residential

fire occurring outside of fire protection areas. The matter is still under investigation.

TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT

North Okanagan Rural

o Road Check Stops = 9

o lmpaired Drivers taken off the road by way of suspension or charge = L1

o Distracted Driver Charge = 3

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Vernon/Coldstrea m

o Road Check Stops = 35

o lmpaired Drivers taken off the road by way of suspension or charge = 51

o Distracted Driver Charge = 14

Area Violation Ticket Warning

Armstrong 25 39

Enderby 35 38

Falkland 1.L 10

Lumby 4t 19

Spallumcheen 20 21

Westside 2 2

Area Violation Ticket Warning

Vernon 432 226

Coldstream 97 53

Vernon Rural 35 13

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FORENSIC I DENTI FICATION SECTION

The Vernon North okanagan Forensic ldentification Section currently has two members in rotation. A

successful candidate has been identified for the supervisory position and the transfer is pending.

During the 1.t euarter of 2oL9, a total of 23 individuals were identified on 18 files through fingerprints or

othertypes of PhYsical evidence'

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Callfor $cMee VerRsn Coldstream Rural

Break & Enter 10 L 4

Theft from Vehicle 20 7 6

Theft 7 0 1

Mischief 3 0 0

Assa u lt 2 0 0

Armed Robbery L t 0

Homicide L 0 0

FatalMVl 0 1 0

Miscellaneous 3 0 2

Total 46 4 13

vernon Fts catls for service encompass vernon ond vernon Rural. The "Rural" colls for service include Armstrong, Enderby,

Falkland, Lumby & Westside.

POLICE DOG SERVICE

The Vernon Police Dog Service is currently operating with one team as we await the house sale transfer

of the second position. This quarter, PDS handled many successful tracks, including the arrest of a

prolific offender, the arrest of severalsubjects wanted for aggravated assault and the arrest of a subject

threatening staff of a local business. As well, VNOD PDS was deployed with the Emergency Response

Team on numerous operations throughout the area.

RESERVE CONSTABLE PROGRAMThere are currently 7 Reserve Constables who provide a variety of functions within the detachment'

These experienced police officers provide assistance with in house training, conduct traffic work,

provide coverage for Front Line policing and FlS, and conduct crime scene security'

AREA PATROLS VIOLATION TICKET WARNING

Vernon 13 154 44

Coldstream L7 75 31

Total 30 229 75

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER

The SRO is responsible for providing service within School District 22and, this quarter, has conducted

lectures on digital safety and healthy relationships. The SRO is preparing for the 20th annual Jean Minguy

Memorial Youth Academy. ln March, the candidates participated in the fitness testing component at the

Vernon track and will commence training in May.

COMMUNITY POLICINGThe City of Vernon RCMP Volunteers currently have 52 participants in Vernon and four in Lumby, who

volunteered in the Vernon Winter Carnival Parade conducting barricade duty and conducted Lock out

Auto Crime Safety at the Village Green mall. The volunteers conducted 908 hours with Speed Watch

operations which slowed down 246 cars and participated in one cell watch operation where they

observed 18 distracted drivers.

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The Community Safety Office has 20 active volunteers who contributed 735.25 hours by answering 2L9

phone calls and speaking with 603 visitors. As well, the volunteers processed 224 police information

checks, participated in the Spring Expo at Kal Tire Place and provided workshops to the community. This

quarter, the CSO conducted 5 Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design audits.

HUMAN RESOURCES

Established Levels

Vernon North Okanagan Detachment is currently at 100 Regular Members positions: 56 City of Vernon;

30 provincial; 3 City of Armstrong; 7 District of Coldstream; 3 Township of Spallumcheen and 1 Splats'in

First Nations.

Funded Levels

As of March 31't 2019, the Vernon North Okanagan Detachment billed 55 City of Vernon; 23 Provincial; 3

City of Armstron$ 6 District of Coldstream; 2 Township of Spallumcheen and 0 Splats'in First Nation.

CRIME STATISTICSThe quarterly crime statistics are a sampling of the 15 most commonly reported Crime Codes which

have the greatest impact on communities and provide police with valuable insight into crime activities

and trends. Currently, there are over 700 Crime/Survey Codes utilized by Canadian policing agencies in

the reporting of crime to the Canadian Centre for Justice in Ottawa. ln January 2019, Canadian Centre of

Justice Statistics (CCJS) established new clearance statuses and updated the definitions relating to the

collection of data for the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) survey which will have an effect on the Crime

Severity lndex (CSl). Founded occurrences gathered as of January 2OL9 include offences where it has

been determined that the reported incident did occur or was attempted, or there was no credible

evidence to confirm that the incident did not take place. Prior to 2019, only offences that were proven

to have occurred were included in founded occurrences. This change in reporting may result in an

increase when comparing 2019 founded occurrences with reports from previous years'

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1't Quarter Statistics - City of Vernon

Mar2018

Mar2019

Feb

2018

Feb

2019Jan

2018Jan

2019ACTIVITY TYPE

L328r.089 r3781295 1L60r294Total Files4 22 47tRobbe27 4716 303224Assault (lncludes

1085 5 114Domestic Violence2 33 51 4Sex Offence

77 6 2107B&E Residence9L2T2 55 9B&E Commercial

9 8T1 76 22Theft of Vehicle4637 7453 4874Theft From Vehicle

L 31Theft Over S500063 9251 8869 9LTheft Under 55000

3427 302L 2924OffenceD

33 2724 152L L3Li uor Offences5 77 37 11red Drivilm

22 64724 Hour Drivi Sus nsion34 1L54 1065 7Motor Vehicle Accidents

1't Quarter Statistics - Vernon Rural

Mar20t8

Mar2019

Feb

2078Feb

20t9Jan

20L8Jan

20L9ACTIVITY TYPE

725101 118100 113135Total Files

Robbe21 2 LL2Assault (lncludes

2 T7IDomestic Violence1Sex Offence

1TI1.B&E Residence2 LI2B&E Commercial

72 2Theft of Vehicle44 94 65Theft From Vehicle

Theft Over43 12 23Theft Under S5000

2 73Offence2or Offences

t LL7 Tired Drivinlm77LSus nsron24 Hour Drivin

5 t13 6L4Motor Vehicle Accidents

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1't Quarter Statistics - District of Coldstream

Mar2019

Feb

2019Mar2018

Jan

2019Feb

20L8Jan

2018ACTIVITY TYPE

103 8974 9377 84Total Files

Robbery2 61. 21Assault lncludes DV

2LL 7Domestic ViolenceT2Sex Offence

T 13L 2B&E Residence

B&E Commercial2L3 1Theft of Vehicle

15 T2 1L4 3Theft From VehicleLTheft Over3 7 33 1LTheft Under 55000

3LDru Offence4LLi uor Offences

LL 2t Tlm aired Drivi1 37 1t24 Hour Drivi Sus

43 4L 54Motor Vehicle Accidents

1't Quarter Statistics - City of Armstrong N Q4100 a nd NQ4101

Mar2018

Mar2079

Feb

2018

Feb

20L9Jan

2018Jan

20L9ACI'IVITY TYPE

7074 9263 4755Total FilesLRobbe

T 1.4 21Assault includesL LDomestic Violence

1TSex Offence

B&E Residence

LB&E Commercial1 1Theft of Vehicle

32 34,J.

4Theft From Vehicle

Theft over 5500031 531Theft Under $5000

LDr Offence1t L1Li uor Offences

tLlm ired Drivi1224 Hour Drivi nstonSus

4 2L3Motor Vehicle Accidents

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1't Quarter Statistics - Spallumcheen NQ4200

Mar2019

Feb

20L9Mar2018

Feb

2018Jan

2018

Jan

2079ACTIVITY TYPE

7T73 5I5557 64Total Files

Robbery121Assau lt lncludes DV)

2Domestic ViolenceLSex Offence

LL 7LB&E Residence

B&E Commercial22 2t2Theft of VehicletL1Theft From Vehicle2tTheft Over 55000

LT1Theft Under $500071Drug Offence1uor OffencesLired Drivinlm

24 Hour Driving SusPension7422 L47L 7Motor Vehicle Accidents

1't Quarter Statistics - City of Enderby NQ1200 and NQ1201

Mar2019

Feb

20L9Mar2018

Jan

2019Feb

20L8Jan

2018ACflVITY TYPE

9376 9476 8182TotalFiles

Robbery7 1t 34Assault (lncludes DV)

2Domestic ViolencetSex Offence

1 t1B&E Residence2B&E Commercial

t 7LTheft of Vehicle5 43 532Theft From Vehicle

LTheft Over 55000T2 325 LTheft Under 55000

LLDrug OffencetT3L 2Liquor Offences

Llm red Drivi7L24 Hour Drivi stonSu

14 75 33Motor Vehicle Accidents

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1't Quarter Statistics - Enderby Rural NQ1202 to NQ1204

Mar2019

Feb

20L9Mar2078

Feb

2018Jan

2018

Jan

2019ACTIVITY TYPE

7550 543351 42Total Files

Robbery2I1Assault (lncludes DV)

IDomestic Violence

Sex Offence1B&E Residence

B&E Commercial1.1,J"

Theft of Vehicle1Theft From Vehicle

7Theft over $sooo32Theft Under 55000

1OffenceD1

Li uor Offences

lmpaired Drivin

24 Hour Driving Sus nsion5I4 6IL 2Motor Vehicle Accidents

1't Quarter Statistics - Village of Falkland NQ1300 and NQ1301

Mar2019

Feb

2019Mar2018

Jan

20t9Feb

20L8Jan

2018ACTIVITY TYPE

6 TL7 T4I 9Total Files

Rob

Assault lncludes DV)

7Domestic Violence

Sex Offence

B&E Residence

B&E Commercial


Theft OverITheft Under $5000

Offence

Li uor OffencesLlm aired Drivi

24 Hour Drivi Su sron

7LMotor Vehicle Accidents

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1$ Quarter Statistics - Falkland Rural NQ1302 an d NQ1303

Mar2018

Mar20t9

Feb

2018

Feb

2019Jan

2019Jan

2018ACTIVITY TYPE

4247 40182936TotalFilesRobbe

2t2Assau lt lncludes DV)1L1Domestic Violence

Sex OffenceLtB&E Residence

7B&E Commercial7Theft of Vehicle

LTheft From Vehicle73Theft over 55000

L1Theft Under 55000OffenceDru

LLi uor OffencestLaired DrivinI

1nsronSus24 Hour Drivin9Motor Vehicle Accidents

1't Quarter Statistics - Village of Lumby NQ1400 and NQ1401

Mar2019

Feb

20L9Mar20L8

Jan

2079Feb

2018Jan

2018ACTIVITY TYPE

33 4432 343329Total Files

RobTAssault I ncl udesLDomestic Violence

1Sex Offence

B&E Residence

B&E Commercial


Theft over 55000LTheft Under 55000

OffenceDru! t2 1Li uor Offences

Iaired Drivi1724 Hour Drivin Su enslon

1 LLMotor Vehicle Accidents

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1't Quarter Statistics - Lumby Rural NQ1402 and NQ1403

Mar20L9

Mar20L8

Feb

2018

Feb

20t9Jan

2018

Jan

20t9ACTIVITY TYPE

372L 444L 3952TotalFiles1RobbL1 1LAssault lncludesL1Domestic ViolenceLLSex Offence1IB&E Residence

B&E Commercial2Theft of Vehicle

71Theft From VehicleLTheft over $5000

1Theft Under S500032Offence

11uor Offences

lmpaired Drivi

24 Hour Drivi nsronSus4'J. 3t5 5Motor Vehicle Accidents

1't Quarter Statistics - OKIB NQ8000, NQ8001, NQ8101, NQ8102

Mar2018

Mar20L9

Feb

2018

Feb

2019Jan

20L8Jan

20L9ACTIVITY TYPE

3234 484L 2926Total Files

RobbeL2Assau lt lncludes DV

tDomestic Violence1tSex Offence

2B&E Residence1LLB&E Commercial

t1Theft of VehicleILTheft From Vehicle

LTheft over 55000

Theft Under $5000Offence

tor OffencesLiLTired Drivilm

24 Hour Drivi nsionSus

4 14 645Motor Veh icle Accidents

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l't Quarter Statistics - Splatsin NQ8100 a nd NQ8200

Mar20L8

Mar2019

Feb

2078Feb

20L9Jan

20L9Jan

201.8ACTIVITY TYPE

232518 L929 38TotalFilesRobbe

Assault lncludes2Domestic Violence

TSex OffenceL2B&E Residence

B&E Commercial1Theft of Vehicle

2Theft From Vehicle

Theft over 5500022LTheft Under 55000

Offence2uor Offences

tlm ired DriviLT24 Hour Drivi Sus nsron12 233Motor Vehicle Accidents

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REGIONALDISTRICTNORTHOKANAGAN

STAFFREPORT

TO:

FROM:

Board of Directors

Gommunity Services

File No:

Date:

4720.02

January 14,2019

SUBJECT: RCMP Victim Services Update - 4th Quarter 2018

RECOMMENDATION:

That the report titled "RCMP Victim Services Update - 4th Quart er 2018" and dated January 14,2019

be received as information.

SUMMARY:

The RCMP recognizes Victim Services as an integral component in the continuum of core policing

services we delivbr to the citizens within the communities we serve. Victim Services is a key resource

in assisting some of our most traumatized citizens, from the victim, family members, witnesses, and the

communitf during an acute crisis, crime, or sudden death. Victim Services aims to help lessen the

impact of-crime and trauma on those that have been affected by crime or trauma. Crime and trauma

have a significant impact and may inctude emotional, psychological, physical, and financial strain.

*Taken from RCMP-Victim Services Policy 2015-01-29

DISCUSSION:

Vernon Nofth Okanagan RCMP Victims Assisfance 4th quarter activity report.

New Files Opened (October I - December 31, 2018): Total is 161

Jurisdiction New Files Opened

Vernon Municipal - 76Rural- 7

Coldstream 13

Armstrong Municipal- 7Rural- 0

Spallumcheen 7

OKIB 2

Enderby 13

Splatsin 2

Lumby/Cherryville Village - 6Rural- 3

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Paqe 2 of 4

Falkland Village - 5Rural - 13

Other 4

Unknown 3

Glient Type:

Male - 111 Female - 50

Service Hours:

Staff:

Full-time 2

Part-time 1

Casual 1

Gommun ity Meetings/Traini n g :

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lntegrated Case Assessment Team (ICAT) meetings - bi-weekly

Violence Against Women in Relationships (VAWIR) committee meetings - bi-monthly

Suicide Prevention committee meetings - monthly

Oak Centre Leadership and Case Management meetings - monthly

RDNO RCMP Victim Services Manager attended Police Victim Services of BC Board meeting

November 14th in Richmond BC.

RDNO RCMP Manager attended the Ending Violence Association annual conference in

Richmond BC Noveilber 15 & 16. The theme of the conference was Beyond #METOO:

R$$3-3:#Tl"',"i%""m:$tr"":'lll";, *o*o RcMp victim services Manaser and starr

attended a two day Workshop hosted by RCMP Domestic Violence Unit and RDNO RCMP

Victim Services Manager on Threat Assessment and Management Strategies: Pathway to

Violence. Funding wal provided in part by the Family Violence lnitiative Fund which has an

ongoing Federal-commitment to reduce the occurrence of family violence in Canada. This

*oiftn-op was designed for service providers whose work involves risk assessment and

management; including the criminal justice system such as police, crown, victim services,

comm-unity correctionJ; mental health and social services agencies involved in threat

management teams.RDNO Community Services Manager, RDNO RCMP Victim Services Manager and Staff

attended a one -day

Workshop hosted by Kelowna RDCO RCMP Victim Services on

Transforming the Cuiture Together: Acknowledging and Normalizing Critical lncident Stress

Responses i-n the Workplace. Funding for this workshop was provided by th_e Department of

Justice Canada through a grant applied for Victims of Crime and Survivors of Crime Week.

All Victim Services staff attended Naloxone training'

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Service Hours ComPleted HoursOn-call, staff after hours 0 hours

ln office, volunteer 78 hours

Stand-by, staff 1432 hours

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o RDNO RCMP Victim Services Manager and Staff rnember attended workshop in Detachment

on Domestic Violence 6sk assessment: B-SAFER, presented by Domestic Violence Unit

member.

Operational Meetings:. Detachment liaison meetingsr RDNOemployee/liaison/staffmeetingsr RDNO Victim Services Manager and RDNO Community Services Manager meetings

. Health and Safety Detachment meetings - monthly

. Police Victim Services of BC board meetings - monihlyo Working Committee involving various service providers regarding high risk offender' where

service-providers involved are working with offender and victims in order to manage risk to

community

2018, 4th quarter HIGHLIGHTS: Staff Training/Program Development:

October 1st to December 31st, 2018:

The transition to no longer having a volunteer client service has gone smoothly to date- We were able

to streamline processes to help manage the workload, however funding from the Ministry of Safety &

Solicitor General has not increased significantly over the years and the funding is no longer enough to

provide a level of service necessary to reep the program running at an elite level. We do not have the

budgetary resources to provide an Lfter-hours on-call service. The Victim Services manager has made

" nri,nn"i of after-hours calls when called by RCMP, however has not gone out on a call after hours.

We also provide information/services to community agencies on a one time basis regularly. We call

these Brief Service Contacts and these contacts are not reflected in the files opened. Case work has

become increasingly more complex over the years and often requires multiple services/supports being

offered throughout the week.

2019 will mark our ZSyear anniversary since RDNO RCMP Victim Services began offering suppotl

services to victims of crime and tragedy to the communities of the RDNO'

submitted by: Reviewed and endorsed by:

Anita EilanderManager, Victim Seruices

Mike FoxGeneral Manager, Community SeMces

Approved ton:

Officer

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REGIONALDISTRICTNORTHOKANAGAN

STAFFREPORT

TO:

FROM:

Board of Directors

Community Services

SUBJECT: RCMP Victim Services Update - 1"t Quarter 2019

File No:

Date:

5100.03

April 5,2019

RECOMMENDATION

That the report titled RCMP Victim Services tJpdate - 1st Quott€r 2019 and dated April 5th, 2019 be

received as information.

BAGKGROUND:

Victim Services provides support to people who have experienced tragedy or been the victim of a crime,

from when the incident occurred, to and through the Criminal Justice system, and afterwards through

the Provincial or Federal system. Victims Service programs can provide victims with:

. Emotional support to victims (primary and secondary), immediate family members, witnesses, or

anyone else impacted by crime or tragedy.. lmmediate crisis intervention at crime scenes and scenes of trauma (depending on VS program

resources).. lnformation about a victim's file, including progress of police file and court file updates.. Practical assistance, including safety planning, resource information, information on home

security and referrals for Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED).

. Assistance in completing Victim lmpact Statements, Victim Notification Applications (regarding

the status of the accused or offender when supervised by Correction Service Canada or Parole

Board Canada) and applications for the Crime Victim Assistance Proqram.. Orientation to and information on the criminaljustice system and witness preparation.

. Court accompaniment or the facilitation of court accompaniment, and liaison with Crown

Counsel.. Referrals to appropriate agencies for additional services such as counselling or other identified

needs.

SUMMARY:

Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) managers recently met with the Province of British

Columbia to discuss current services levels provided by RCMP Victim Services. The province has stated

they agree with recent changes within the Victim Service department and the decision to remove

volunteLr workers within the service. They do not have an issue with the reduced amount of service

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hours, as the RCMp are trained and willdealwith any case load over and above the resources provided

by VS employees.

*"The RCMP recognizes Victim Services as an integral component in the continuum of core policing

services we deliveito the citizens within the communities we serve". Victim Services is a key resource

in assisting some of our most traumatized citizens, from the victim, family members, witnesses, and the

communiti during an acute crisis, crime, or sudden death. Victim Servrbes aims to help lessen the

impact of'crime ind trauma on those that have been affected by crime or trauma. Crime and trauma

have a significant impact and may include emotional, psychological, physical, and financial strain.

Our program is a busy program that makes every reasonable effort to support those that may be

affecied-by a crime or tiaumi so the police are able to focus on their duties during and after a crisis call

for service. Our unit is able to provide ongoing support dependent on our client's needs, from crisis

response, ongoing emotional or practical support, referrals, or court support.

*Taken from RCMP-Victim Services Policy 2015-01-29

New Files Opened (January 1 to March 31 2019): 163 new files

Jurisdiction New Files Opened

VernonMunicipal- 83

Rural - 13

Coldstream 21

ArmstrongMunicipal- 13

Rural- 0

Spallumcheer 5

OKIB 3

Enderby 10

Splatsin 1

Lumby/CherryvilleVillage - 0Rural- 3

FalklandVillage - 0

Rural- 3

Other IUnknown 0

Client Type

Female - 122 Male - 38 Unknown - 3

Service Hours

Service Hours ComPleted HoursOn-call, staff after hours 2.75 hours

ln office, volunteer 69 hours

Stand-by, staff 1804 hours

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Report to: Board of DirectorsFrom: Community ServicesRe: RCMP Victim Services Update - l"tQuarter 2019

Fib No.:5100.03Date: April 5,2019

Page 3 of 4

Staff:

Full{ime 2

Part-time 1

Casual 1

Gomm un ity Meetings/Traini ng :

. lntegrated Case Assessment Team (ICAT) meetings (highest risk domestic violence) -Bi-weekly

. Violence Against Women in Relationships (VAWIR) committee meetings - bi-monthly

. Suicide Prevention committee meetings - monthly

. Oak Centre Leadership and Case Management meetings - monthly

o 2 staff attended a 2 day Legal Services Conference in Kelowna - workshop on family, child

protection and criminal lawe Manag€r and staff member attended a 2 day Trauma Aware Workshop in Kelowna - From

Wound to Wellness: A culturally Rooted Approach to Healing and Wellness

Operational Meetings:. Detachment liaison meetings. RDNO employee/liaison/staff meetings. RDNO VA Manager and RDNO Community Services Manager meetings

o Health and Safety Detachment meetings - monthlyo Police Victim Services of BC board meetings - monthly. Client appointments, Crown Counsel meetings, Court orientation and support

. Working Committee involving various service providers regarding high risk offender, where

service providers involved are working with offender and victims in order to manage risk to

communitY

HIGHLIGHTS - 1"t QUARTER 2019:

Staff Training/Program Development - January 1"t to March 31"t 2019:

2019 marks our 25th anniversary since RDNO RCMP Victim Services began offering support services

to victims of crime and tragedy to the communities of the RDNO.

please refer to our website at www.rdno.calvictimeservices for information on services available.

Files for the last 4 Years are

2015. 516 new files opened2016:719 new files oPened2017: 629 new files oPened2018:752 new files oPened

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Reportto: Board of DireotorsFrom: Community ServicesRe: RCMP Vietim Services Update - 1st Quarter 2019

File No.: 5100.03Date: April 5, 2019

Paoe 4 of4

Submitted by: Reviewed and endorsed by:

Mike FoxG e n eral M an age r, Com m u n ity Servlbes

Anita EilanderM an age r, Victi m s AssisfanceVernon North Okanagan RCMP

Officer

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBMITTED BY: Carie Liefke, Planning AssistantHazel Christy, Planner

COUNGIL MEETING: REG X COW n UC nCOUNCIL MEETING DATE: MaY 13,2019REPORT DATE: April 9, 2019FILE: DVP00449

SUBJEGT DEVELOPMENT VARIANGELANDING ROAD

PERMIT APPLICATION FOR 7953 OKANAGAN

PURPOSE:

To review the development variance permit application for 7953 Okanagan Road to vary a section of Zoning

Bylaw #5000 in order to allow the existing non-conforming siting of an attached garage.

REGOMMENDATION:

THAT Council support Development Variance Permit Application #DVP00449 to vary the following section

of Zoning Bylaw *SOOO in order to allow the existing non-conforming siting of an attached garage on Lot 3

DL 6 ODYD Plan 3932 (7953 Okanagan Landing Road):

a) to vary Section 9.7.6, to reduce the minimum front yard from 4.0 m to 3.53 m.

AND FURTHER, that Council support of DVP00449 is subject to the following:

a) That the site plan showing required landscaping and elevation plans, as shown on Attachments 1

and 2 in the report tiled ;Development Variance Permit Application for 7953 Okanagan Landing

Road" dated April 9, 2019, be attached to and form part of DVP00449 as Schedule 'A';

b) That prior to issuance of the development variance permit, the applicant provide a report from a' qualified civil engineer that confirms, to the satisfaction of the Manager of Development Engineering,

that minimum sight lines and safe stopping distances from the proposed access are met for

Okanagan Landing Road; and

c) That prior to issuance of the development variance permit, a landscape buffer that is designed not' to impede traffic sighlines shall be installed adjacent to the front property line to reduce the driveway

access to a maximum 6.0m width.

ALTE TIVES & IMPLIC ATIONS:

1. THAT Council not support Development Variance Permit Application #DVP00449 to vary the following

section of Zoning Bylaw #5000 in order to allow the existing non-conforming siting of an attached garage

on Lot 3 DL 6 ODYD Plan 3932 (7953 Okanagan Landing Road):

a) to vary Section g.7.6. to reduce the minimum front yard from +.0 m to 3.53 m.

Note: This alternative does not support the requested variance and therefore the garage cannot remain

as constructed.

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ANALYSIS:

A. Gommittee Recommendations:

At its meeting of April g, 2019 the Advisory Planning Committee passed the following resolution:

.THAT Council support Development Variance Permit Application #DVP00449 to vary the

following section of Zoning Bylaw #5000 in order to allow the existing non-conforming siting of

an attached garage on Loi 3 DL 6 ODYD Plan 3932 (7953 Okanagan Landing Road):

a) to vary Section 9.7.6. to reduce the minimum front yard from 4.0 m to 3.53 m.

AND FURTHER, that Council support of DVP00449 is subject to the following:

a) That the site plan showing required landscaping and elevation plans, as shown on

Attachments 1 and 2 in the report titled "Development Variance Permit Application for

7953 Okanagan Landing Road" dated April 2, 2019, be attached to and form part of

DVP00449 as Schedule'A';

b) That prior to issuance of the development variance permit, the applicant provide a report

from a qualified civil engineer that confirms, to the satisfaction of the Manager of

Development Engineering, that minimum sight lines and safe stopping distances from

the proposed access are met for okanagan Landing Road; and

c) That prior to issuance of the development variance permit, a landscape buffer that is

designed not to impede traffic sightlines shall be installed adjacent to the front property

line to reduce the driveway access to a maximum 6.0m width."

B. Rationale:

1. The subject property is located at 7953Okanagan Landing Road, as shown on

FigureJ 1 and 2. The property is 481'6 m2

in size, and is situated on the shores ofOkanagan Lake. The lot sloPes

downward from the road towardsOkanagan Lake.

2. A Minor Environmental DevelopmentPermit (DP000760) was issued for therenovation of the interior of the existinghouse and the associated construction ofan attached garage having vehicularaccess onto Okanagan Landing Road.

The garage addition is located outside ofthe Streamside Protection and

Enhancement Area (SPEA). Partial demo

Figure 1 - Property Location MaP

lition of the existing parking area was necessary to provide a

building site for the new garage. Attachme nt 1 and 2 illustrate the site layout and building elevations

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3. The garage is of wood frame construction,on a new foundation, and connects to theresidence by means of a stairway locatedat the NW corner of the garage.Photographs of the garage and vehiclemanoeuvering area are Provided asAttachment 3.

4. The subject property is regulated by theRO Lakeshore Residential zoningdistrict within Zoning Bylaw #5000(Attachment 4), which requires a

minimum front Yard of 4.0m to theproperty line and 6.0m from a garage tothe back of curb (or edge of pavement Figure 2 - Aerial View of ProPertYwhere there is no curb). During thebuilding permit review for the garage addition, the bylaw minimums were demonstrated to be met on the

site plin. During the construciion of the garage slight modifications to the site plan were made and the

survey certifica[e submitted for the building permit revealed that the building was constructed 3.53 m

from the front property line, which is less tlran the required 4.0 m minimum front yard setback required.

The garage is sited O.O m from the edge of pavement, which exceeds the minimum 6.0 m required

setback from the edge of pavement for a front entry garage.

Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw #3843 Schedule B requires that the maximum width of

accesses must be minimized and not exceed 6m for residential low and medium density lots. The access

forthe property is currently constructed across the entire frontage, for a width of 15.2m. To ensure the

access compli-es with byliw standards, it is recommended that this variance includes a condition to

reduce the access to 6.0m.

As the garage meets the minimum 6.0m required setback to the edge of pavement, Administration

supporti the requested variance provided the following conditions are met:

a) the applicant shall provide a report from a qualified civil engineer that confirms, to the satisfaction

of the Manager of Development Engineering, that minimum sightlines and safe stopping

distances from the proposed access are met for Okanagan Landing Road; and

b) a landscape buffer that is designed not to impede traffic sightlines shall be installed adjacent to

the front property line to reduce the driveway access to a maximum 6.0m width.

C. Attachments

Attachment 1-Site Plan

Attachment 2 - Building ElevationsAttachment 3 - Photographs of the existing garage.

Attachmen t 4 - Zoning Bylaw #5000 excerpt, Section 9.7: R6 - Lakeshore Residential

D. Council's strateqic Plan 2015 - 2018 Goals/Deliverables:

The subject application involves the following objectives in Council's Strategic Plan 2A15 - 2018

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E. Relevant Policv/Bvlaws/Resolutions:

1. Official Community Plan Section 1 1.0 Transpodation

Goal: promote community safety, health and a high quality of life while reducing the environmental

impact of transPortation.

BUDGET/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS:

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R6 : Lakeshore Residential

Purpose

The purpose is to provide a zone for the development of residential housing along the

lakefi'ont in the form of single detached, semi'detached or duplex housing. The R6c

sub-zoning districl allows for care centre, maior as an additional use. The R6h sub-

zoning disirict allows for home based business, major as an additional use. (Bylaw 5467)

Primary Uses

I Care Centre, majOr (use is only permitted with the R6c sub-zoning district). duplex housing. semi-detachedhousing. single detached housing

9.7.3 SecondarY Uses

r bed and breakfast homes (in single detached housing or semi-detached housing or duplex

housing only) (BYlaw 5498)

' boarding roomsr care centre, minor. docks, private. home based businesses, minor. home based businesses, major (in single detached housing only) (use is only permitted with

R6h sub-zoning district). secondary suites (in single deiached housing only)

9.7.4 Subdivision Regulations

. Minimum lot width is 18.0m, except it is 20.0m for a corner lot. ln the case of an

irregular lot or panhandle-shaped lot, the minimum lot width shall be determined

as d'escribed in ihe respective definitions of a panhandle lot and irregular'shapedlot.

. Minimum lot area is 560m2 with one dwelling or 1120m2 with two dwellings' The

minimum lot area is 10,000m2 if the lot is not serviced by a community sevver

system.

9.7.5 Party Wall Subdivision Regulations

9.7.6 Development Regulations

. Maximum site coverage is 40"h and together with driveways, parking areas and

impermeable surfaces shall not exceed 50%.

' Maximum density of dwelling units connected to a community sewer system shall

be 1 dwelling unit per 560 sq. m. of lot area.

' Maximum density ol dwelling units connected to a septic sewer system shall be 1

dwelling unit per 10,000 sq. m. (1ha) of lot area.. Maximum height is the lesser of 10.0m or 2.5 storeys, except it is 4.5m for

secondary buildings and secondary structures.

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SecrIOru 9,7: LAKESHORE RESIDENTIALzoNrNG BYLAW NO. sooo (2003)

Minimum front yard is 4.0m and it is 6.0m from a garage or carport to the back of

curb or sidewalk for vehicular entry, or it is 2.6m to the side of the garage and front

fagade for side-entry garage and driveway layouts.Minimum side yardis 1.5m, except it is 4.0m from a flanking street' Where there is

no direct vehicular access to the rear yard or to an attached garage or carport, one

side yard shall be at least 3.0m. The minimum side yard setback for shared

interior party walls shall be 0.0m.Minimum reir yard is 7.5m, except it is 1.0m for secondary buildings. Where the

lot width exceeds the lot depth, the minimum rear yard is 4'5m provided that one

side yard shall have a minimum width of 4.5m.The maximum height of any vertical wall element facing a front, flanking or rearyard (including walkout basemenls) is the lesser ol 6.5m or 2.5 storeys, above

which the building must be set back at least 1.2m.

Other Regulations

' ln order for bareland strata devetopment to be consistent with the character of the

surrounding neighborhood, the strata plan shall be considered as one site for

defining the overall use, density and site coverage.

' The aSove noted subdivision and development regulations shall be applied to

each strata lot within the strata plan.. Minimum 7.5m horizontalsetback of any building from the natural boundary.

' There shall be no more than two dwelling units per lot.

' Development Permit approval of a secondary suite on a lot not connected to acommunity sewer syiiem is subject to the verification by lhe City's Engineering

Departmeit of sufficient septic tank or Engineered Secondary Sanitary Treatment

Process capacity and approval by the Health Authority.

' A minimum area of 25m2 of private open space shall be provided per dwelling'. ln addition to the regulations listed above, other regulations may apply. These

include the general devetopment regulations of SecJion 4 (secondary

development, yards, projections into yards, Iighting, agricultural setbacks, etc.);

the specilic use-regulationi of Section 5;the landscaping and fencing provisions of

Section 6; and, the parking and loading regulations of Section 7'. As per Section 4.id.2 - Alibuildings and structures, excluding perimeterlencing

(garden walls and fences) on lots abutting City Roads as identified on Schedule;6" shall not be sited closer to the City Road than the setback as per the appropriate

zone measured from the offset Rights of Way as illustrated on Schedule "B".(Bylaw 5440)

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ADMINISTRATION UPDATES

MAy 13,20'te REGULAR couNclL MEETINGFile: 0550-05

CORPORATE SERVICES

Folks on Spokes

Folks on Spokes (FOS) officially launched at the Community Clean Up on April 5. _Thededicated l-ioline and daily morning clean up were activated April 8. Hotline hours are 8am-

4pm and daily "maintenance" clean-up in the Downtown from Bam-10am weekdays excluding

siatutory holidays. Hours were changed to coincide with Community Safety Office (CSO)

hours of operation. FOS Teams are averaging a large contactor size garbage bag full of

refuse a day. This is in conjunction with the weekly deep clean facilitated by the Cammy

LaFleur Street Outreach Program through NOYFSS . Arrangements have been made with

COV Operations to increase garbage pick-up from the CSO Monday and Friday tocompliment the regular weekly garbage pick-up on Wednesday.

Sfafilsfics;

. Volunteers at CSO have handled three phone calls on the regular CSO phone line

regarding the FOS program and one on the Hotline.

. One Visitor attended the office to talk about the program.

. One report of an improperly discarded sharp was sent from a Downtown business

via email.. One call was diverted to Bylaw Compliance as it was received at 4:22pm.

On the daily clean-ups the teams have recovered 33 improperly discarded sharps. 19 of

the 33 being recovered at two locations. The Legion continues to be the consistent

hotspot.

Date: Time: Call/Visit Descri r

12 xlarge bags of garbage 2 small bags of empties

The Fig is providing a meal voucher to all daily shifter Folks on Spokes for the duration of

the pilot. Volunteers have adapted to the new program with minimal challenges.

08:00 Visitor askin about raml808:54 Email DVA member re: sha in alcove - retrievedt10

Hotline call DVA member RE: new hotspot Caller unsure if there was aat the time of call. FOS checked - nsh ative. Added to dai clean u

April 15 08:28

Call for info on FOS10:31Call re: im discarded sha s - Redirected to as after hoursril 16 16:22

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Hotline call - sharp on sidewalk, Hanrvood Residential, CSO Coord. pick-

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COMMU NITY INFRAS UCTURE & LOPMENT S ICES

Connection between Polson Park Trails and Kalamalka Lake Road Multi-Use Path

The cycle and pedestrian facility that connects the Polson Park trails to the multi-use path in

Kalamalka Lake Road was installed on the north side of 14th Avenue to provide the vulnerable

road users with maximum protection given the number and size of driveways on the south

side, particularly the car wash. lnstalling it on the east side of Polson drive also caused the

least disruptionio the parking associated with the businesses in this area. Administration will

undertake a road safety conflict study of the current layout.

Foothills - Use of City of Vernon ROW for Private Parking for Commercial Use

Administration is investigating use of subject residential property and will report on the next

regular agenda.

short Term Rentals - Public Engagement and Bylaw update

Administration is continuing its investigative work on a proposed planning process to develop

short term rentals regulations that would apply City-wide. lt is anticipated that Council will

receive the report at its Regular Meeting of May 27,2019'

Septage Facility at Civic Arena Block - Relocation

ln preparation for the 30th Street project, City Utilities and Public works crews are constructing

a temporary septage facility in the Civic arena block adjacent to 31't Street. This facility will

be operational for May long weekend 2019'

OPE TIONS

MacKay Reservoir

The MacKay Reservoir is expected to peak within the next two weeks at just over 1937 0

feet. Currenfly the elevation of the reservoir has been measured at 1936.94 feet, which is

just under the maximum elevation of '1939.0 feet. lf the reservoir elevation exceeds 1939.0

feet, a lake discharge will be necessary. This is unlikely to occur in 2019, but may be a

possibility tor 2020 depending on weather conditions this summer.

in 201g, ihe output of irre spriy irrigation program was reduced from the average of previous

years due to cooler weather Ouring the summer months. This was caused primarily from the

imoke cover from forest fires that blanketed the Okanagan Valley for parts of July, August

and September.

Septage Receiving Station

The construction of the new Septage Receiving Station located on the Vernon Water

Reclamation Center site is progressing well. lt is expected that the exterior of the building

will be complete by the end of May and equipment installation will commence in June. The

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new facility is expected to be commissioned and open by the beginning of August The

existing stition located at 1700 Polson Drive will be permanently closed once the new station

is operational.

Okanagan Avenue/ Mission Road lntersection

At the Regular Council Meeting of April 23,2019, a question arose regarding the absence of

paint linei for the left turn lane on Okanagan Avenue going north onto Mission Road.

Administration confirmed that they were not visible due to paint wearing off. A new yellow

p"int line indicating a left turn lane has since been installed on Okanagan Avenue as part of

ir," City'r annual ine painting contract. Completion of the intersection with symbols and

white lihes will be done in the next while depending on the contractor's schedule.

Line painting

The City of Vernon's line painting program is now in progress and is expected to be complete

nv ir,e *ioot" of June depenoing on weather conditions. The contractor responsible for

p"inting the City's roads is the same contractor used by the Ministry of Transportation and

infrastr-ucture (Highways). The contractor has confirmed that the paint used on City roads is

the same proou.i ur"d'on provincial highways. The paint is a low VoC (volatile organic

compound) tn"t is required by the federal government to meet environmental regulations.

City staff will continue io invesiigate alternatives to current materials and practices to improve

loni term visibility of paint linesind symbols. Any recommended changes to the line painting

prolr"r that have a financial impact will be submitted to Council as part of the 2020 budget

process for Council's consideration.

F CE

Canada Day Fireworks

The City is still awaiting a response and proposed site plan regardrng the fireworks display

from the North Okanagin Canada Day Society (the Society). The City will continue to work

with the Society and plan on bringing-a resolution for Council's consideration to the May 27

meeting.

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TO:

PC:

FROM:

SUBJECT:

THE CORPORATI ON OF THE CITY OF VE NON

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

Will Pearce, CAO FILE: 8300-12-11

Kim Flick, Director community Planning and DATE: May 2,2019Infrastructure

Amanda Watson, Manager, Transportation

Delegation Response - Multi-Use Trail Predator Ridge to the Okanagan Rail Trail

At its Regular Meeting of April 23, 2019, Council heard a presentation regarding

increased community ind business support for cycling and the desire for a multi-use

trail to be constructLo from Predator Ridge Resort to the Kal Crystal Waters Trail,

providing a connection to the Okanagan Rail Trail.

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City of Vernon BoundarY

Predator Ridge

Commonage Road (MoTl)

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As directed by Council, Administration liaised with the Ministry of Transportation and

lnfrastructure lMoTl), the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) and Predator

Ridge Resort regarding the requested multi-use trail.

While MoTl has not received any requests for multi-use facilities to be constructed on

Commonage Road or Bailey Road, they indicated that they encourage active

transportation and support pathways within their right-of-way. MoTl indicated that

requested multi-use facilities must be permitted by the local government (in this case

Electoral Area "8"), and would require engineered drawings designed to appropriate

standards. MoTl has received enquiries as to the status and potential pedestrian/cyclist

use of the cattle crossing under Highway 97, which they confirmed is under theirjurisdiction. MoTl indicated they would consider the cattle crossing as part of a multi-use

facility connection, but should be a part of the submitted engineered drawings'

RDNO staff verbally indicated that a proposed trail connecting Predator Ridge Resort to

the Kal Crystal Waters Trail is one of their long term projects. They have focused the

use of theii funds on land acquisition for their short term projects and are now focusing

staff time on getting those trails operational. Predator Ridge Resort has been informed

that if they wish nnruO to consider accelerating this project, they should submit adelegation request to the RDNO's Greater Vernon Advisory Committee (GVAC).

Administration will await the outcome of Predator Ridge Resort's future delegation

request to GVAC before liaising further.

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council receive the memorandum titled "Delegation Response - Multi-Use Trail

Predator Ridge to the Okanagan Rail Trail", dated May 2, 2019 from the Manager,

Transportation, for information ;

AND FURTHER, that Council advises Predator Ridge Resort representatives that City

of Vernon Council is in support of this initiative, and encourages a presentation at the

Greater Vernon Advisory Committee of the Regional District of North Okanagan.

Respectfully submitted

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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF RNON

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

TO:

PG:

FROM:

SUBJECT:

Will Pearce, CAO

Kim Flick, Director, Community lnfrastructure andDevelopment

Ellen Croy, Transportation Planner

Delegation Response - Cycling Without Age

FILE:

DATE:

8300-07

May 1 ,2019

At its Regular Meeting of April 23, 2019, Council heard a delegation from Dr. Lauren

Lypchuk ind Dr. WaiO Strong regarding the launch of the new Cycling Without Age

Vernon and Coldstream Chapter. Cycling WithoutAge is a not for profit international volunteerorganization that takes seniors and people withdisabilities out for free bike rides in Trishaws.Trishaws are three-wheeled bicycles that can

carry two passengers in a seated position in thefront, with an operator pedalling in the back(Figure 1). The type to be used by CyclingWithout Age provides electric assist for walking(while the operator is walking beside or pushing

the Trishaw) and pedalling (while the operator is

pedalling on the back of the Trishaw). They are1.06 m wide, 2.25 m long, and weigh 53

kilograms.

Figure 1: Trishaw

The delegation requested that the City complete the following actions to assist with

implementation of the Cycling Without Age program:

. Agree in principle to address access issues (e.9. obstacle removal in their

routing) and assist with route mapping; ando Designate their Trishaw as a Mobility Aid to allow them to operate on sidewalks;

Administration agrees in principle to assist the organization with obstacle removal and

would provide an appropriate contact for them to submit areas of concern.

Adminisiration has also been working with the organization to complete route mapping

for the Trishaws using bicycle facilities. Administration does not recommend allowing

Trishaws to be pedalled on City sidewalks. The Cycling Without Age website also does

not reference allowing their bikes on sidewalks and states use of "the road (or bike

path)". Note that Trishaws are permitted on sidewalks if they are being pushed by

operators on foot, similar to a person pushing a wheelchair, stroller, or wagon. The term

"Mobility Aid" is defined in the BC Motor Vehicle Act:

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"Mobility Aid" means a device, including a manual wheelchair, electric

wheelchair and scooter, that is used to facilitate the transpott, in a

normally seated orientation, of a person with a physical disability. (BC

Motor Vehicle Act Regulations, Division 44).

Administration's interpretation is that a Trishaw does not fall within the definition of aMobility Aid. lf the province were to define a Trishaw as a Mobility Aid, then users would

be con-sidered Pedestrians, as per the definition of Pedestrian in Traffic Bylaw #5600:

"Pedestrian" means a person on foot or using a Mobility Aid.

Because those using Mobility Aids are considered Pedestrians, they are not permitted

to use bicycle facilities (e.g. bike lanes and cycle tracks). This means that if a Trishaw

was designated as a Mobility Aid, they could be used on sidewalks, multi-use pathways,

and shou-lders, but not on bike lanes, cycle tracks, and on-road. Trishaws would also

not be considered SmallWheeled Transport (S\A|D as per Traffic Bylaw #5600:

"Small Wheeted Transpott" or "SWT" is human-powered transportation,

not including Mobility Aids, with small diameter wheels, including:(a) skateboards, foot operated scooters, roller skafes, Iongboards, or

similar devices; and,(b) Bicycles actively operated by children under 13 years of age.

SWT includes human powered transportation (not motor assisted devices), because

SWT is permitted to use pedestrian facilities. Motor assisted devices have a higher

speed capability, and are not recommended to share sidewalks with pedestrians. The

iycling Withoui Age Trishaw has electric assist and a greater mass than a typical SWT

O6vicJ(Sg kilograms plus the weight of three people), which would increase the severity

of personal injuries if a collision between a Trishaw and a pedestrian occurred. As per

Traffic Bylaw #5600, a Trishaw would be defined as a Pedicab:

"Pedicab" means a BicYcle that:(a) has a track width of not less than 1 metre;(b) has a passenger caPacitY of:

i. not mo.re than 3 persons when equipped with a cab only; orii. not more than 5 persons when equipped with a cab and trailer;

(c) is offered for hire with an Operator; and

iAl is required to be operated under a current Busmess Licence issued by

the City.

As shown in the above definition, a Pedicab is a type of Bicycle, which can include

motor assist:

"Bicycle" means a device having any number of wheels that is propelled

by iuman power and on which a person may ride and includes a motor

assisfed cycle, but does not include SmallWheeled Transport.

Administration also reviewed other communities in British Columbia that have Cycling

Without Age programs (Nelson, Victoria, Sidney, Vancouver, North Vancouver, and

West Vanc-ouver;. lt was not apparent in their traffic bylaws that Trishaws are defined as79

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a Mobility Aid. Moreover, Cycling Without Age made a similar request to Penticton's City

Council io define Trishaws as Mobility Aids at its Regular Meeting of April 2, 2019'penticton's response is anticipated to be brought fonnrard to their Council at its Regular

Meeting of May 21,2019.

Note that while it is not recommended that Trishaws be permitted to be pedalled on

sidewalks, operators do have the ability to push them on foot on sidewalks.

Administration is happy to continue to work with Cycling Without Age on creating routing

to avoid sidewalks and to travel on bicycle facilities as permitted in Traffic Bylaw #5600

and the BC Motor Vehicle Act.

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council receive the memorandum titled "Delegation Response - Cycling Without

Age" dated May 1 ,2019 from the Transportation Planner, for information;

AND FURTHER, that Council direct Administration to continue working with Cycling

Without Age on creating routing;

AND FURTHER, that Council not support the designation of a Trishaw as a Mobility Aid

Respectfully submitted bY:

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THE CO RPORATIO NOFTHEC ITY OF VE NON

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

TO Will Pearce, CAO FILE: 4000-02

DATE: April 30, 2019

FROM: Geoffrey Gaucher, Manager - Protective services

SUBJECT: K.9 SYSTEMS CONTROL - DOG CONTROL ENFORCEMENT ABILITIES WITHIN

CITY OF VERNON

At their Regular meeting held on April B, 2019, Council directed Administration to bring

fonrrrard information regirding the Dog Control Enforcement Abilities of K-9 Systems

Controlfollowing the Dllegation to Council from Pat Ellis of K-9 Systems Control. K-9

Systems Contro] presented an overview of the enforcement services that are provided

to tfre City through a contract w1h the Regional District.

K-g Systems Control provides Dog Control to the Regional District of the North

Okanigan (RDNO) pursuant to a iDog Control Agreement" between the RDNO and K-9

svstenis Control sig'ned 15 December, 2016 which is in effect for the years 2017 lo

ZOZI. The servic"lt"a outlined in the agreement covers portions of the Regional

District of the North Okanagan, Electoral Areas "8" and "C" and the part of Electoral

Area ,,D" within the Lumby Fire Protection Area. (Attachment 1), the City of Vernon,

District of Coldstream, and the Village of Lumby'

The ,,Dog Control Agreement" between the Regional District of the North Okanagan and

K-g Systlms Contri lists performance requirements of the Contractor in Schedule "A"

which specifies that the Contractor will carry out and enforce provisions of the Regional

District ;,Dog Control Bylaw No. 2466, 2010". (Attachment 2). K-9 Systems Control

i"rponO to iomplaints and conducts patrols up to 3-times per day (dependant on

season; in all parks within the City of Vernon, from Monday through Saturday and

between the hours of g:00 AM to 5:30 PM. K-9 Systems Control officers cannot

enforce the City of Vernon "Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252" or dog

control provisions within "Parks and Public Places Bylaw #5057" as per their contract

with the Regional District.

For the first quarte r of 2019, K-g Systems Control issued a total of 22lickets within City

limits for a variety of offences for a fine total of $2950.00. All revenue for tickets issued

under the Regional District "Dog Control Bylaw No. 2466, 2010" within the City of

Vernon, is remitted to the Regional District'

Revenue from the sale of Dog Licences in the City of Vernon is remitted to the Regional

District of the North Okanagan. For 2018 the City of Vernon remitted $3,612.50 to the

RDNO. 81

The Agreement between the City of Vernon and the RDNO for the provision of Dog

Contro-l Services provided by K-9 Systems Control, in 2018, was $93,774'

The application and enforcement of the Regional District "Dog Control Bylaw No. 2466,

2o1o; is a carry-over from services provided to the "Sub-Regional Parks" function'

When parks were transferred to the local municipalities, the agreement with K-9

Systems Control was not amended to reflect this change, and therefore City of Vernon

Bylaws were not able to be enforced.

The recent amendments to "Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252" wihh

added cruelty protections including hot vehicles are not enforceable by K-9 Control

Systems ,nd"r the current Dog Control Agreement with the Regional District' Bylaw

Cbmpliance officers in the province of BC have no legislated authority.to force entry to

a locked vehicle, so only SPCA Animal Cruelty Officers or RCMP members can attend

those calls for service. Vernon/North Okanagan RCMP members are able to enforce all

provisions of the City of Vernon "Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252".

An amendment to the Regional District "Dog ControlAgreemenf'would permit K-9

Systems Control staff to de appointed as City of Vernon Bylaw Compliance Officers for

thL purposes of enforcing the City of Vernon "Animal Regulation and Animal Pound

Bylaw ils2s2", and the d6g control specific sections of "Parks and Public Places Bylaw

#5057.

Attachments:

1. ',Dog Control Agreement" between Regional District North Okanagan and K-9

Systems Control2. "iegional District of North Okanagan Dog Control Bylaw #2466"

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council receive the lnternal Memorandum dated April 30, 2019, from the Manager

- protective Services tiled "K-9 Systems Gontrol - Dog Control Enforcement Abilities

within the Gity of Vernon" for information;

AND FURTHER, that Council direct Administration to request the Regional District of

the North Okanagan amend the Dog Control Agreement with K-9 Systems Control,

such that K-g Sistems Control are able to enforce the City of Vernon "Animal

Regulation and Animal pound Bylaw #5252" and dog control specific sections of the

Citf of Vernon "Parks and Public Places Bylaw #5057" '

Respectfu IIY submitted :

"tlGeoffrey Gaucher

attachments82

Arfacnment -l

DOG CONTROL AGREEMENT

THIS AGREEMENT dated the 1Sth day of December

BETWEEN:

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NORTII OKANAGAN' a Regional District duly

incorporated under the laws of the Province of Brltish Columbia, and having an

office located at 9848 Aberdeen Road, Goldstrearn, British Columbia, V1B 2K9.

(hereinafter called the "Regional District")

AND:

K-g SYSTEMS CONTROL, a registered proprietorship pursuant to !h9-laws of5517i)andhaviriganofficelocatedat4499Cedar

Hill Road, Falkland, British Colurnbia, VOE 1W1

(hereinafter called the "Contractor")

WFIEREA$ by the provisions of the Regional District af North Okanagan "Dog Control Bylaw

No. 2466, 2A1A" having been duly enacted by the Board of the Regional District and all

amendments thereto (hereinafier called "the bylaw"), the Regional District Board of Directors

are desirous of retaining the services of a pound'keeper;

AND WHEREAS for the purpose aforesaid, the

desirous of entering into this agreement;

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hereinafter set out the parties hereto agree as folloqs:

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The Contractor covenants and agrees with the Regibnal District that during the currency of this

Agreement, the Contractor will provide or cause to be provided at its sole expense services as

described in this Agreement, to that part of the Regional District known as the City of Vernon,

Distriet of Coldstream, Village af Lumby, Electoral Areas "8" and "C", and the part of Eleetoral

Area ,,D', within the Lumby Fire Proiection Area (hereinafter referred to as the "serviee Area")'

The Contraetor shall provide the following: r

a. $uitable pens CIr cages, maintained in such a manner $o a$ to house dogs in

sanitary conditions;

b. At least two adequately equipped vehicltss of sufficient size and eapacity for the

piekup of large and small dogs, suitably arird visibly marked as "Dog eontrol";

c. Adequate food and water for all impounded dogs to maintain the same in a healthy

condition; and

d. veterinary services for the maintenar:ee of dogs impounded.

The Regional Distriet pound building shall be provided to the Contractor at no cha.rge for

use as i pound facility for the term of this agreement. The Contractor shall provide day-

to-day maintenanee of the Regional District pound facility loeated on Haney .Rsad

ineluding $now removal.

The Regional District shall pay for the grading of the aeces$ road as required as well as

all servi;ing costs including electrieal, water, gewer, telephane, gas, signage and gating.

Ongcing ulitity eharges shall be paid by thp Regional Distriet over the term of this

Agreement.

Destruction of dogs shall be perfarmed in a humane mann€r and in aecordanee with

acceptable veterinary Practices'

The esn11actsr shall comply forthwith, at its sole expense, with any order made by the

Federal, Pravlncial, or Municipal Health or other lnspe*tor, and that the Regional Distriet

pound faeility, shall be nraintained in *uch a ffiaRner se as not to ereate a nuisanee'

5, The eontraetsr shall Provide at its sele east all servants, employeee , persons, uniforms,

and equipment nece$sary to properly carry the taske and serviees as*igned to the

pound-keeper cf the Regional Distriet as in this Agreement.

S. The eontractsr shall agree ta ecnduet the eratian sf ihe Regional Distriet paund

faoiiity ss that it eomplies with the provisians of the bylaw as may be arnended and all

other Provineial, Federal, and Munieipal statutes, regulations, and bylaws pertaining

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7 The Contractor shall to the best of its ability enforce regulations pursuant to the bylaw

as may be amended under the direction; of the Regional District and when it is

nurus*'"ry to do so, duly authorized representatives of the Contractor will appear in

couft to represent the Regional District and ito proseeute andior give evidence when a

Munieipal Ticket lnformation (MTl) is disputed.I

The Contractor shall provide regular pound-keeper services from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.,

Monday to Saturday of each- week excluding staiutory holidays and shall provide

***tg*n.y service twenty-four hours of each day including statutory holidays during the

term of this Agreement or any extensicns of the Agreement.

The Gontractor shall carry out all of the duties assigned and delegated to ihe pound-

keeper as provided in the bylaw as may be amended to the satisfaction of the Regional

District.

The Contractor shall find appropriate shelter for dogs on a temporary basis in the event

the pound facility is closed, due to disease of overcrowding'

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The Contraotor shall use its best endeavorsat large within the Service Area and shallfacility.

The Contractor shall not release any impounded dog to iis owner unless it is licensed

for the current year and all applicable fees and fines are paid in full'

The Contracior shall endeavor to carry out all its functions and duties in accordanee

with $chedule "A" and in such a manRer as to maintain the best relations possible with

the public.

The Contracior shall keep proper records aqd books of aecount. The Regional District

shall have access to ttre reeords and books q{ aecount at all times for such purposes ag

the interest of the Regional District shall require.

The Contractor shall keep an aecurate and,prop*, reesrd of all business transactions

and monies received in the carrying out of the terms of this Agreement. The Contractor

will receive all funds eolleetable by or on behalf of the Regional Fistrict and will maintain

aR account of the source of such monies and forwar"d the same to the Regional District

on a msnthly basis, except that the Contractor shall be permitted to retain for its own

use and benefit the fees authorized by the bylaw.

The eontraetor shall report monthly to the Regianal Distriet the number of complaints

reeeived, dogs impounded, dogs claimed, dogs destroyed, and dogs othen'vise

dispased of Juring'the previous month" The Contractor shall alsa provide mcnthly

reeords to the Re6ional Fistriet indieating t$e origin af dcgs impounded including the

description of eaih dog, date of receipt, idate and rnanner of disposal, treatment

reeeived and nanre ef person redeeming or adopting the dog,

tp impound dogs unlawfully permitted to run

cause same to be impounded in the pound

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The Contractor shall report monthly, to the Regional District a list of licensed dogs,

license numbers, dog owners, dog owner's address, and any MTls issued to dog

owners,

The Contractor shall ensure that the Contrqctor, its directors, officers, employees and

volunteers shall, both during ar following lhe terrn of this Agreement, maintain the

coniiJentiality and security ol all material arpd information which is the property of the

nejionat oistrict and Contractor agreeg tha! the Contractor, its directors, officers,

**f,loy""r and volunteers shall not directly or indirectly disclose or use, either during or

following the term of this Agreement, except where required by law, any material or

informaiion belonging to the Regional District pursuant to this Agreement, without first

obtaining the written ionsent of the Regional District for such disclosure or use'

The parties acknowledge and agree that any personal information that is provided to.aparty for the purpose-of creating records or otherwise is provided to.that Party in

confidence and is protected by each Party's privacy policies and applicable privacy

legislation with which each Party agrees to comply'I

The Contractor shall, at the time of signing tl'iis Agreement, provide the Regional District

with a surety bond in the sum of Ten -Thbusand

Dollars {$t0'000'00) bonding the

Contraetor inthe tranOfing sf the Regional ni|trict funds.

The Contractor shall at all times indemnify and save harmless the Regional District from

an6 against all claims and demands, losses, costs, liens, damages, actions, suits, or

other froceedings by whomsoever made, brrought or prosecuted in any manner based

upon,'occasionjd by or attributable to the executisn or performance of this Agreement

; ;ny action taken or things done or maintained by virtue or in consequence of this

Rgreement or the exercise in the manner of rights arising under this Agreement unless

ciused by the negligence of the Regional District'

The Contraeior shall employ suitable peryons as animal eontrol officers who will

"J*quut*ly patral the Service Area, includihg the provision of periodic patrols in the

early morning and late evening'

The Oontraetor shall conduct regular Park Patrols'

The Contractsr, at the request of the Regional District, shall provide the Regional

District with Reeards of Patrol Routes.

The eontractor will be required to investigate elaims made by owners of domestic

animals destroyed or injr.lred by dogs.

rrency of this Agreement, the eontractor shall ensure

shall sell licenses to those per$ons who have not

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The Contractor shall be responsible for all veterinarian costs for dogs picked up under

this Agreement as well as all quarantine costs whieh may be payable. The Contractor

may Jollect or arrange for collection of quarantine and veterinarian eosts from the dog

owner prior to release of the dog'

The Contraetor, upon the request of the Regional Fistrict, shall within the Serviee Area

piek up any dead dog and dispose of same. i

The Contractar shall obtain and mainthin Five to{illion Doilar ($5,000,000.00)

Comprenensive General Liability lnsuranee; with the Regionel District named as an

additional insuretJ and shall provide evidence thereof at or before the time the contract

comes into effect and to provide timely evidence of renewaltheresf'

The Contraetor shall obtain and maintain Five Million Dellar {$5,000,000.00) Vehicle

Liability lnsuranee,

The eontractor shall provide Warkers' Compensation Board eCIl/erage for all of its

employees ,

The Regional District is subjeet to the provisions of the Freedom af lnfsrmatian and

proteatlon af frivatcy-Acl 'the Act". As a re$ult, while $eetion 21 of the Aet does offer

some proteetion for third party businessl interests, the Regional District cannot

gu"r"ot*u that any informaticn provided to the Regional listrict .ean be held in

confidence. All proposals, become the praperty of the Regional District unless

di*closure is othenrvise required by law'

The parties agree and consent to the disclasure of the Agreement as a matter of public

record and acknswledge that applicable laws may require disclosure of information

piooiO*O by nne party-to the other Party pursuant to, or in conneetion with, the

Agreemenf.

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Regional Distriet first being obtained.without the writtert eonsent of the

The eolrtraetor shall carry sut and provid* lthe services and requirements outlined irr

this Agreement to the satisfaetion of the Regional District.

ln consideratien of the performance af the Contraetar of the afcresaid eavenants ancl

agreernents, the Regional District *ovenants and agrees:

a. Ta pay the Contractor thc sum of Thirteen Thousand Three Hundred and Thirty

Three bollars ($13,333.00) per mcnth, plus applieable taxes, for a period of Twenty

Faur {24) eonseeutive months, with payments t* eommenee on the first day of

;anuary, Z01T; and esntinue thereafter sn or befare the first day of eaeh month ts

the thirty-first day of Deeember, 2CI1S;

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be deemed ta have been received by them on the second business day following the

date of posting thereof.

It is further understood and agreed by the parties thereto that any amendments

hereinafter made to the provisiois of th6 bylaw shail not affect the rights, duties, and

onligations of any of the parties under this Agreement exeept with the wriiten consent of

eacfr or the parties, provided however that notwithstanding anything herein contained

the prices charged'by the Contractor for the sale of dog licenses, impoundment fees,

and'baard/lodging from time to time shall ibe tl"re_ pric*s set and deierrnined by the

provisions sf fiie Sylaw and arnendments thereto in torce at the time of sueh salee.

ln the event that the Regional District elects ta terminate this Agreement under the

[rouiri*n of Section eS "6ouu,

the obligation of the Regicnal District to peform any of

its ,onu*nants hereunder shall fo*hwiih oea$e, save and except that the Contractnr

shall be entitled to payment of all monies owing to them or accrued due to the date of

such termination.

The provisions of this Agreement shall enur€ to the benefit of and be binding upan the

heirg, executors, administratcrs, and assigns of the parties hereto'38

JV The ternr of this Agreemeni shall remain ircommencing from the first day of January, i

Deeember, 20?1, with the provision for two ilthe ssle discretion of the Regional District"

r effect far a periocl of Sixty (60) months,

1017 and expiring on the thirty-first day of

i) one-year exiensions af the Agreement at

lN WITNHSS W|-iEREOF tha parties hereto have executed this agreem€nt by their duly

authorized officers at Coldstream, British Columbia,:the day and year first above written'

THE CORPORATE SEAI of the RHGIONAL DISTRICT OF

NORTH OI(ANAGAN was heretB affixed in the presence of:

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T}{E SIGNATURE Of A DULY AUTHORIZED OFFICER fOT

K-g SYSTEM$ CONTRCIt is hereto affixed:

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Schedule t'A"

Pedormance Req uirements

The Contractor shall perform all of its obligations and duties within the Performance

Requirements set out in this schedule. These shall include but are not limited to the following:

1 control officers emPloYed bY the to carry out and enforce provisions of the

,2A1A" will have obtained, or will obtainDog

Dag control officers employed by the Contractor will wear clothing identifying them as d.og

control officers, carry iountification certifying them as dog control officers, and drive

vehicles identified ffi Oug Control vehicles it atl times when they are performing their

obligations and duties.

Dog control complaints received by the Contractor between 9:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m' will

be lcknowledged as being received to the complainant within t hour.

Dog control complaints received by the_Contraclor after 5:30 p.m. will be acknowledged

as 6eing received to the complainant before 10:00 a.m. the following morning'

Dog control complaints will be investigated witliin 24 hours of being reported'

Emergency dog eontrol complaints received by the eontractsr, regardless of time or day,

*i1 oE acxnowiedged as being received to the complainant within 15 minutes of being

received.

Emergency dog control complaints shall be investigated immediately and the Contractor

will cjntinue until the situation is resolved and/or secured prior to leaving the scene. For

the purpose of this Agreement, emergency complaint means:

a. a dog bite or attack in Progress;b, a bite or attack which hai oceurred and where the animal remains an immediate

threat to Persons or ProPertY; i

e. an unseeured aggressive dog that is a ttirreat to persons or property; or

d, a dog that remiins an immediata thredt by approaehing persons in a nrenaeing

fashion or apparent attitude cf attaek' .

The Contractor is not required to provide extra staffing for park patrols for publie

exhibitions and events held' in parks unless so requested by the Regional District' The

.n*t nt praviding extra patrols is nst ineluded in this Agreemenl.. .1n* Contraetor shall

ho**oui, resporid to all emergency complaints for these publie exhibitions and events'

The Contractor shall csnduet regular patrols of the $ervice Arca between the hours of

g:00 a.m. and 5;30 p.m. Manday to Saturday of each week excluding statutory holidays.

The eontractor, upcn the request of the Regional Dietrict, shall eonduct special patrols on

Regional District "Dog Control Bylaw No

within six months of being aPPointed a dog officer, a Level 1 - Bylaw Enforcement

Certificate as provided by the Justice lnstitute British Columbia or equivalent.

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10. The Gontractor shall distribute pro-active educational information on dog control and

responsible dog ownershiP

11. The Contractor shall authorize the Regional District a direct link to their Dog Control

website. The Contractor shall be responsible for the accuracy of all information on their

Dog eontrolwebsite.

the sale of dog licenses at convenient public locationsand other retail outlets,

12 The Contractor shall arrange forincluding veterinarians, pet stores

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Schedule ."B"

Euthanasia Protocol

The Contractor will perform all of its obligations and duties pertaining to euthanasia in

aceordance with the Euthanasia Protocol as set out in this schedule'

t'TheRegionalDistrietwillpaythecontractor$ixtyFiveDollars{$65.00)foreachdogthatis euthanized that meets the following criteria: '

dentified dog is impounded by the pound-

severe illness or injury, and a veterinarianr illness or injury is so severe ihat the dog

1S;

b. lf a court order is issued to euthanize a dog that was impounded by the pound-

keeper;

c. lf a dog is impounded that has no identification, and is not claimed by the dog's

owner within 72 hours and has either:

i. killed or seriously injured a person, orii. while in a pubtii place or while on private propenty, other than property

owned or oceupied by the perpon responsible for the dog, has killed or

seriously injured a companion {nimal or a domestic animal, or

iii. been found not to be suitable for adoption or sale because of age, illnese

or bad iernPerament. i

AND:

d. Euthanize has been approved by the Regional District prior to the dog being

euthanized

All dogs that become the property of the eontractor after 72 hours of being impounded

*iff nnTV be euthanized when required and in accordanee with the following protocol:

a. Every effort will be made tc plaee atl dogs in safe responsible hsmes,

b. Dogs that are unclaimed and have passed a behaviaral assessment may be

offered ar ssld tq other ageneies.a. lf a dog eannot be placed within a reagcRable time it may be euthanized'

d. All dogs plaeed in new hsmes will be ispayed or neutered at the expenee of the

new owner before finalizing adcption. ,

e. The cost of euthanasia foi dogs tlrat bceome the property of the_Centraetor and

ds nat meet the eriteria in Seetian 1 absve will be paid far by the Gentractor'

a lf during the first 72 hours that an un

keeper and the dog is suffering due tois of the opinion that the extent of the

should be put down fsr humane reasol

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Attachment 2

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NORTH OKANAGAN

BYLAW No. 2466

A Bylaw to regulate the keeping of dogs, provide for. fixing, imposing and collecting'

license fees, and estabtistring and regulating a dog pound

WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to regulate the keeping of dogs within the Regional District of

North okanagan and to provioe for the ilxing, imposing and co[ecting of ricenses to any person

who owns, possesses, or harbours any dog;

AND WHEREAS the "Greater Vernon I White Valley Animal control Extended service

Establishment Bylaw No. g6g, 1gg0" established the extended service of animal control within the

corporation of the city of Vernon, the corporatiol of the District of coldstream, the corporation of

the Village of Lumby, Lnd Electoral Areas'l'B' , ',C", and part of Electoral Area "D", as described in

the bylaw, and amendments thereto;

ANDWHEREASbySupplementaryLettersPatentdatedSeptember2S,lggo,theRegionalDistrict of North or<airag;;'was autnbrized to exercise the reguratory powers under the provisions

of Section 7S9(2XA) of the Municipal nct, RSSC rc7g, -C..r70, within the municipalities of the

corporation of the'city of Vernon, ttre corporation of the District of coldstream' and the

Corporation of the Village of Lumby;

NOW THEREFORE the Regional Board of the Regional District of North okanagan in open

meeting assembled, hereby ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:

CITATION

This Bylaw shall be cited as the..Dog Control Bylaw No' 2466,2010'1

GENERAL

2. lnterpretation: ln this bylaw, unless the context otherwise requires:

"Aggressive Dog" means:

a. any dog which has a known propensity, tendency or disposition to, or without provocation

does, chase o1. ,ppro"rr, t'puttbn on'public or private property in a menacing fashion or

"pp"i..t attitude'of attack, or molest passers by, chase vehicles or cyclists' or damage

property;

b. any dog which without provocation bites, inflicts injury or assaults persons or animals;

c. any dog which is found to be dangerous or aggressive..by an Animal conirol officer' the

SpcA, tfre ncrvii, " "Ltoirariin ticenr"dio practici in British Columbia, a local

government or bY a court

d, any Dangerous Dog; or

e. any Guard Dog;

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,,Bark Excessively" means any barking, howling, yelping or cries that unduly disturb the

peace, quiet, rest, .o*tort or tianquillity of the s-urrounding neighbourhood or vicinity' or of

persons in the neighbourhood or vicinity;

,,certified Guide or Assistance Dog" means a dog certified to be used as a practical

companion for the disabled while acting in that capacity;

'.Dangerous Dog" has the same meaning as defined inthe community chafter'

,,Dog" means an animal of the species canine, apparently over the age of six (6) months;

"Dog Gontrol Officer" means the person or persons appointed from time to time by the

Regional Board ,, "

bog Control Officer to enforce and carry out the provisions of this bylaw'

or any other person appointed by the Regional District for the purpose of enforcement of this

Bylaw;

,,Dog Park,, means an area designated for exercising dogs on or off leash;

"EnClOSure" means any area sUrrOUnded by a fenCe or wallS,. a pen, cage or run' or a building

or vehicle, or other struiture adequately conitructed to prevent a dog from escaping;

,,Guard Dog,, means any dog that has been specifically trained to protect persons or propefiy'

or for use in surveillanie oi similar activity, except a dog used by Police or other law

enforcement agency in the performance of their duties;

,,lmpounding,, means seized, delivered, received or taken into the Pound, or in the custody of

the iround keeper as provided for herein;

,,Muzzled" means prevented from biting or injuring by..means of a humane fastening or

.ou"nng device of adequate strength placed over the mouth;

"Nuisance Dog" means:

a. a dog which has been impounded 3 or more times within the previous 12 months;

b. a dog for which the owner has received 3 or more municipal tickets for "barking

exceJsivery" or'irunning at large" within the previous 12 months; or

c.adogforwhichthetotalnumberofimpoundsandmunicipalticketsis3ormorefor,,barking excessiuety'' or,'running at large'.within the previous 12 months;

,,o\^,ner., includes a person who owns or has custody, care or control of a dog;

,'pound,, means any building or enclosure designated as a pound by the Board of Directors;

,,Pound keeper" means the person or. persons appointed from time to iime by the Board of

Directors as a PounJ r.a"p"t and his or trer designate, and may include a contractor with whom

lnu n"giontl District has contracted to act as Pound keeper;

,.Board of Directors,, means the Board of Directors of the Regional District of Nofth

Okanagan;

..RegionalDistrict,,meanstheRegionalDistrictofNorthokanagan;

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,,Residenf' means any person whose primary residence is in the service Area;

,,service Area" means all properties within the city of Vernon, the District of coldstream' the

Village of Lumby, rnJ "rr

ptirperties within ElectoralAreas "B" and "C", and that part of Electoral

Area',D,,within tfre f-umLy anJ District Fire Protection Area, allwithin the Regional District;

"Tether" means a securing device that consists of a rope or leash made of leather' natural or

synthetic fibre, chain or "adle

of sufficient size and strength to prevent the dog from breaking it'

or chewing through it, but not of such composiiion as tolause discomfori, pain or injury to the

dog;

.,unlawfully at Large" means a dog being elsewhere than on the premises of a person owning

or having the custody, .ut" ot contrit of tlie dog, and not being under the direct and continuous

charge and control of " r*sponsible and competent person, or securely confined within an

Enclosure or Tethered so that it is unable to roam;

,,unlicensed Dog" means any dog for which a license for the current year has not been

obtained.

KEEPING OF DOGS

3. No person shall keep or have in his possession any dog unless a license under this bylaw has

first been obtained.

LICENSING OF DOGS

4. On or before the 1st day of January, or as soon thereafter that a dog attains the age of six

(6) months, or has oeen a resident for thirty (30) days or more, the owner of every such dog

shall:

a.makeapplicationtolicensethedog,attheofficeoftheRegionalDistrictorofficedesignated iv lr'" n"g,onal Districi stating the owners name, address and phone

number, "no-itercriptioi

of the d;g, includin! the dog's name, registration number, the

breed or breeos, tenoer, descriptiiie colouriig and markings and other information as

may be required on ttre application to license a dog;

b. pay the license fee as set out in Schedule ,,A,' of this bylaw, and

c. cause each such dog to wear around its neck, a collar, or a body harness in lieu of a collar'

to which shall be attached ftre license issued'by the Regional District whenever the dog is

elsewheretnanonthepremisesofthepersonowningorhavingthecustody,careorcontrolof that dog.

5. Any person keeping a dog, whom becomes a resident, shall within thirty (30) days of

becoming u ,""riiuni make-an application to license the dog, as set out in this bylaw.

6. Every license issued under this bylaw shall be for the calendar year in which the license is

issued and shall expire on the thirty-fir;t (31s0 day of December of the year for which the

license was issued'

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7. The license fee for dogs that attain the age of six (6) months or become a resident after the first

(1st) day of July of il..,E year shall be 50% of the iic"n=" fee as set out in Schedule "A" of this

bylaw.

8. Upon receiving an application to .license a dog, the application will be reviewed for

completeness and being satisfied that it conforms to the provisions contained herein and

having received tt e app[priate fee ut t"i out in Schedule "A;', the applicant may be issued for

each dog, a dog tag impressed or stamped with a.number, which shall be noted on the

corresponding uipii."rtion, , iopv of which shall be given to the applicant as proof of having

made apprication io license a ooi, prvr"nt of fees a-nd ri."nru number issued, and a copy of

which shall be maintained by the Regional District'

9. Before issuing a license for a spayed female dog or neutered male dog' the owner may be

required to fuinish proof that the dog has been spayed or neutered.

i0. lf an owner that has purchased a license for an unaltered dog provides proof ihat the dog has

been altered within thirty (30) Oays of purchasing- the liclnse, the license fee shall be

reimbursed to t#';;;i*ir."pt t"i1fi"t poriion of the fee that applies to an altered dog.

i 1. A person making an application to license a dog prior to the first (1't) day of January of the year

for which the license applies, will receive a discount as set out in Schedule "A" of this bylaw'

12, Licenses are non-transferable. when the owner of a dog to which the license is issued moves,

obtains a new phone number or ceases to be the owner of the dog, the owner shall notify the

Regional District stating the license number and the new address and phone number or the

name and address of the new owner'

{3. Should a person knowingly falsify information required for licensing a dog' the license shall be

revoked.

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CONTROL OF DOGS

l4.Everyownerofadog,mustensurethatthedogbeunderthecare'custody'andcontrolofa' p""on who is compeient and strong enough to controlthe dog.

15. Every owner of a dog must ensure that the dog does not become unlaMully at Large'

16. Every owner of a dog must ensure that the dog does not:

a. molest passers by; approach a person in a menacing fashion or apparent attitude of attack;

b. bite, inflict injury, assault or otherwise attack a person;

c. chase vehicles or cYclists;

d' chase, harass' bite, inflict injury, assault or othenryise attack any other animal;

e. damage property' other than that of the owner' or

f. bark excessivelY'

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17. Every owner of a dog must ensure that the dog does not leave or deposit any excrement on

publil or private prop'"'ty other than ihe property of the_ owner, unless the owner immediately

iakes steps to remove such excrement and to dispose of it in a sanitary manner'

18. An owner of an Aggressive Dog, in addition to the other provisions of this bylaw:

a. shall at all times that the aggressive dog is not on the proper'ty of the owner, keep the dog

muzzled, and restrained on i leash strong enough to hold the dog, and which is no longer

than six (6) feet, and be under the continuous care, custody and control of a person

competent and strong enough to control the dog; and

b. shall, at all times that the aggressive dog is on the property of the owner:

i. keep the aggressive dog confined indoors; or

ii. if the aggressive dog is outdoors;

a. keeP the dog tethered; or

b. keep the dog in an enctosure to prevent the aggressive dog from escaping.

19. Every owner of a dog must ensure that the dog does not enter upon and remain within any

public beaches, swimming areas, or parks unlesJ the park or public area has been designated

and signed as a "Dog Park"'

ENFORCEMENT

20. The Board of Directors may appoint Dog Control Officers, for the purpose of enforcing and

carrying out the provisions of this bylaw'

21. Every Dog Control Officer may enforce the provisions of this bylaw and seize and detain any

dog that is:

a. not licensed in accordance with this bylaw;

b. unlawfully at Large; or

c. in violation of this bylaw in any respect, and impound such dog in accordance with this

bYlaw.

22. Every Dog Control Officer is hereby authorised to enter, at all reasonable times, upon any-

prop6rty ,iitf,in tfre negional Distriii subject to any of the regulations of this bylaw, in order

io ascertain whether such regulations are being obeyed'

IMPOUNDING DOGS

23. The Board of Directors may appoint a Pound keeper for the purpose of operating the pound in

accordance with the provisions of this Bylaw'

24. The Pound keeper shall receive every dog delivered to the pound, which-has been seized

pursuant to this bylaw. lf the owner of any Impounded dog is known to the Pound keeper' the

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pound keeper shall forthwith notify the owner of the impoundment' lf the Owner of any

impounded dog is not known to the Pound keeper, the Pound keeper shall immediately post a

notice of the impoundment at the Pound, and send a copy of the notice to the Regional District

office.

25. The owner of any dog impounded under this bylaw, may reclaim the dog within three (3) days

after the date of 'the iotice by the Pound keeper by making application to the Pound keeper,

providing proot oi ownership anO paying ttre appliclble fees set out in Schedule "A' attached

hereto. The pound keeper shall retiin it,u oog for three_(3) days after the date of the notice,

and if not reclaimed within the said three (3) iays, the Pound keeper may sell, surrender to

another agency, or destroY the dog'

26. The owner of an aggressive dog that has been impounded under this bylaw may only reclaim

the dog upon appliJa-tion to the -og Control Officer with the following:

a. proof of ownership of the aggressive dog;

b. payment of fees set out in Schedule ..A,, of this Bylaw and Schedule ,.G', of the Ticket

information Authorization Bylaw No' '1148; and

c. delivery to the Dog Control Officer of an executed statement in the form prescribed in

Schedule "8" of this BYlaw.

27. lt shall be an offence for any person

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a. to release or rescue or attempt to release or rescue any dog in the custody of the Pound

keeper; or

b. to resist, intervene or othenruise interfere with the Pound keeper or the Dog control officer

in the laMul exercise of their duties'

Should a dog be removed from the pound without proper authority, or a dog escapes ihere

from and returns to the possession or custody of the ownel. or any person caring for the said

dog, or if the owner ;i,,... impounded dog does not claim the dog, the said owner or person

shall still be liable for the payment of fees Jnd expenses chargeable and recoverable under this

bylaw.

PENALTIES

Any person who violates any of the provisions of this bylaw, or who suffers or permits any act

or thing to be done in contravention or in viotation of any of the provisions of this bylaw' or who

neglects to do or refrains from doing anyttrin! required'to.be done by any of the provisions of

this bylaw, is guilty oian off*n." unie," tjiis O"Vfaw, and liable^to a penalty of not less than Fifty

boffuir igSO,Ob) a|O not more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000'00)'

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30. For the following offences, a ticket may be issued, or an information may be laid' by the Dog

ControlOfficer

Section 3Section 4.c.Section 15Section 16.a

Section 16.b.Section 16.c.

Section 16.d.

Keeping an unlicensed dog

Dog not wearing license

Dog unlawfullY at large

Molest passers by or'approach in a menacing fashion or apparent attitude of

attackBite, inflict injury, assault or othenruise attack a person

Chase vehicles or cYclists

Ch;;" harass, nite, inttict injury, assault or otherwise attack any other

animalDamage property, other than that of the owner

Barking ExcessivelYNot removing excrementAggressive Jog not muzzled and not on a leash

Unsecured Aggressive dog

Dog on a beach, swimming area, park or public arel .- -^ :*-To release or rescue or to-attempt to release or rescue an impounded

dogTo resist, intervene or othenruise interfere with the Pound keeper or Dog

ControlOfficer

ln addition to the pecuniary penalties so indicated on the ticket, where a dog is impounded'

impounoment fees as set out in schedule "A" shall also apply.

Section 16.e.Section 16.f.Section 17Section 18.a.Section 18.b.Section 19Section 27.a.

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FORCE AND EFFECT AND SEVERABILITY

32. This bylaw shall apply and be in force and effect upon adoption thereof, within the service

Area.

SS.lfanyprovisioncontainedintheBylawisfoundbyacourtofcompetentjurisdictiontobeinvalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect th.e validity, legality or enforceability of the

remaining provisions-contained herein stratt'not be in any w-ay affected or impaired thereby to

the extent that the purpose of the g'iu; may be fulfilied in tne absence of the impugned

provision or provisions of the Bylaw'

REPEAL

33. Bylaw 2002, being "Dog Control Bylaw No. 2002, 2005" is hereby repealed'

Section 27.b

Read a FIRST and SECOND TIME

Read a THIRD TIME

Reconsidered and ADOPTED

this

this

this

201h day of

zoth day of

20th day of

October

October

October

,2010.

,2010.

,2010.

Chair Corporate Officer

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Schedule"A"andSchedule"B"attachedtoandformingpartof "Dog Control Bylaw No. 2466 2010"

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NORTH OKANAGAN

DOG CONTROL BYLAW No. 2466, 2010

SCHEDULE "A''

SCHEDULE OF FEES

License fee if purchased prior to January 1

$ 20.001 for each spayed or neutered dog (altered)

$ 55.00for each unspayed or unneutered dog: (unaltered)2.

License fee if purchased on or after January 1

$ 35.003 for each spayed or neutered dog (altered)

$ 75.004 for each unspayed or unneutered dog: (unaltered)

No Charge5 License fee for a Certified Guide or Assistance Dog

$ 1.ooo For each replacement license

lmpoundment Fees (except aggressive dog)

$ 25.00a. First.lmpoundment

$ 75.00b. Second lmPoundment

$ 200.00c. Third lmpoundment

$ 400.00

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d. Fourth lmpoundment, and subsequent lmpoundments

lmpoundment Fees (aggressive dog)

$ 200.00a. First lmpoundment

$ 500.00b. Second lmPoundment

$1,000.00

IThird lmpoundment, and subsequent lmpoundmentsc

$ 13.00o Maintenance fee per day or part day of impoundment

Per StatementVeterinary fees (as required)10

100

Schedule "A" and Schedule "8" attached to and forming part

of "Dog Control BYlaw No. 2466 2010"

SCHEDULE "B''APPLICATION FOR RELEASE OF AGGRESSIVE DOG

of1

(name of owner)

British Columbia,

(address of owner)

hereby apPlY for the release of a(colour, breed and sex of dog)

Named(given name of dog) (the " Dog")

which has been impounded pursuant to the Regional District of North okanagan Dog

Control Bylaw, in force from time to time'

2. I am the owner of the dog'

3. I am aware that the dog is an "aggressive dog" within the meaning prescribed by the Bylaw

and I am aware-oig'"i"uponsioitity and pot6ntial liability that rests with me in keeping or

harboring the dog.

4. ln consideration of the release of the dog to me, I hereby acknowledge, covenant and agree

with the Regional District of North Okanagan:

a. that I have constructed on the premises where the dog will be kept an "enclosure" within

the meaning prescribed by the Bylaw;

b. that I wiil, at Sjtlimes when the ,jog ilr not effectjvely muzzled, on a leash and under the

care and .oniioi ot , person wtro i! competent to control the dog, keep the dog indoors

or within a securely closed and locked enclosure;

c. that I will save harmless and ino#niry the Regional District of North okanagan, its dog

control officel unJ ,nV of its other ofiicers, employees, agents or elected or appointed

officialsfromandagainstanyandallactions,causesofactionproceedings'claims'demands, losses, damages, costs or expenses whatsoever and by whomsoever brought

in to me o, tneGeping 5r irarboring of t'he dog by me., and without limiting the generality

of the foregoing, for any personal"injury or olairr intticted on any other animal or any

person by iire O-og or any oamage to property.caused, by the dog; and

d. that I am aware that if the dog iu .u"i agiin found tb be at large or not confined as

herein uetore-piouifto, ilrat thJ Regional flistrict of North okanagan may seize the dog

and I will be liable for the tult costs if impounding the dog as an "aggressive dog" under

the BYlaw'

5. submit herewith the sum of $ in payment of all license and impounding fees

payable bY me Pursuant to the BYlaw

Signature of Owner

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REPORT TO COUNGIL

SUBMITTED BY: Kevin Poole, Acting DirectorCommunity lnfrastructure andDevelopment

COUNCIL MEETING: REG X GOW tr UC !COUNCIL MEETING DATE: MaY 13,2019REPORT DATE: MaY 2,2019FILE: 0530-05

SUBJEGT: COUNCIL STRATEGIG PLAN 2019.2022

PURPOSE:

To provide the council strategic plan 201 g - 2022 for Council's consideration and endorsement.

REGOMMENDATION:

THAT Council endorse the Council Strategic Plan 2019 - 2022 as attached to the report titled CounctT

strategic ptan 201g - 2022 dated May 2,n0rc from the Acting Director, community lnfrastructure and

Development.

ALTERNATIVES & I MPLIGATIONS :

1. THAT Council direct Administration to make the following amendments to the Council Strategic Plan

zolg - 2022 as attached to the report titled Coun cil Stritegic PIan 2019 - 2022 dated May 2, 2019

from the Acting Director, Community tnfrastructure and Development: (fo be cited by Council).

Nofe; Shoutd Council have substantive additionat amendments to the Council Strategic Plan,

Administration would amend as directed and bring back to Council for consideration.

ANALYSIS:


N/A

B. Rationale:

1. AtitsRegularMeetingof April 23,2019,Council deliberatedonthedraftCouncil StrategicPlan20l9

-2022 and provided-oir"ction to Administration as to its desired amendments. The final document

appears as Attachment '1. The bluelined version, illustrating the amendments made, appears as

Attachment 2.

Changes directed by Council may appear more than once in the bluelined version for clarity and

consistencY.

C. Attachments:

1. Attachment 1 : Council Strategic Plan 2019 - 2022

2. Attachment 2: Council Strategic Plan 2019 -2022 Redlined Version

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D. Gouncil's Stratesic Plan 2019 - 2022:

The subject report involves the development of Council's Strategic PIan 2019 - 2022.


At its committee of the whole Meeting of April 23, council endorsed the following resolution:

1. THAT Council amends the resolution to direct Administration to initiate the following changes to the

Draft Council Strategic Plan:

r (page 77 - page 5, Attachment 2) Under 'How do we measure' - 'acquisition of off leash dog

parli' should read 'establishment of off leash dog park'

r (page 77 - page 5, Attachment 2) Vibrant Downtown i Actions Required - Monitor impact...

change to 'evaluate and seek Council direction'. lRagi 7g - page 7, Attachment 2) Vision - 4 lines down - Urban Parks Systems...insert the

word'and' as a connection...'r (page 7g - page 7, Attachment 2) Nothing noted regarding 'Develop Lake Access'- reference

should be added as a sPecific goalr (page 79 - page 7, Attachmeht Z; Action - Add - 'Minimum of one Lake Access site to be

developed per Year'o (page'7g - pige 6, Attachment 2) lmplementation of Fire Rescue Services Strategic Plan

if.'outO read 'Review and implement Fire Rescue Services Strategic Plan'

o (page g0 - page 9, Attachment 2) 'Develop a City Housing First Strategy'- reference should

iead 'Develop a comprehensive Vernon Housing Strategy'o (page g0 - page 9, Attachment 2) remove reference to 'in and around the City Centre'

. (eage gl - page 10, Attachment 2) Vibrant Downtown - Add goal to reference 'address sharps

and downtown cleanliness' and add action item to correspond noting 'Folks on Spokes' and

'clean up initiatives'o (page gl - page 10, Attachment 2) Under Specific Goal 'Parking for Rail Trial at Civic Arena'

should be a goalto ,provide parking for RailTrail in downtown core'and an Action item to'create

at Civic Arena site'o (page g1 - page 10, Attachment 2)'Monitor Cann_abis Stores'- Goal should be'Cannabis

Stoies in the Sowntown core shall not have ill effect' and Action should be 'Will monitor

cannabis stores in the Downtown core to ensure no ill effect'

o (page g2 -page 12, Attachment 2) Organizational G_oals - Vision: should read 'decision making

inrough the use of various tools, including those online'. leagJ g2 - page 12, Attachment 2) Third bullet - should read 'streamline red tape

to... .eneeu+age facilitate cost effective development'o (page g2 - pige .12, Attachment 2) Goal should be 'full complement of staff instead of 'prioritize'

as that is an Administrative functiono (page g3 - page 14, Attachment 2) Regional Relationship - Add goal 'to permit Council to

coniult City start on in camera Regional District of North okanagan issues'with action item 'to

obtain RDNO aPProvalto consult'r (page g3 - page 14, Attachment 2) Top Goal- needs review - is there a word missing from first

goal?. (fage g3 - page 14, Attachment 2) Support an Amalgamation Study ADD 'if requested by at

least one other Partner'o (page g4 - page 15, Attachment 2) Sustainable Priorities - Vision - 3'd sentence - Vernon

Resldents trying out....remove 'at the landfill'e (page ga - paie 15, Attachment 2) Top - Vernon is..promoting best practices....should add

ieference to 'infrastructure' and remove the word 'buildings'

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. (page g4 - page 15, Attachment 2) Last sentence'to help diversify'change'to continue to

diversifY'o(Page84-Page15,Attachment2).@encourage,_amendwordingto

remove first three wordso (Page 85 - Page 15, Attachment 2) Actions encourage' - amend

wording to remove first three wordsr (page AS - page 15, Attachment 2) Add the word 'green' to building initiatives

Z. AND FURTHER, that Council directs Administration to bring the amended draft Council Strategic

Plan back to council for review and consideration of adoption.

At its Committee of the Whole Meeting of April 8,2019, Council endorsed the following resolutions:

1. THAT Council directs Administration to include 'implementation of the Parks Master Plan' in the

Council Strategic Plan 2019 - 2022.

2. THAT Council directs Administration to move the following items for consideration under,Recreation, parks and open Spaces' into 'Action Plan' items in the Council Strategic Plan 2019 -2022:

Parks' Assef Management Plan

AND:

Lakeview poot Revitatization (2019-2020): Apply for BC-canada Recreation lnfrastructure Grant

(201e)

AND:

Comptete priority lake access improvements

AND:

civic Arena Park consultation and construction (2019-2020)

AND:

2022 BC Winter Games: Liaise and support Local Organizing Committee - 2021, Successfully host

the 2022 BC Winter Games - February 2022'

3. THAT Council directs Administration to replace the first sentence under 'Affordable Housing, Action

Required' (Page 8) in the Council Strategic Plan2019 -2022 as follows:

,,Continue to partner with BC Housing, not for profits and the development community on

affordablehousing,includingtheuseofCity-ownedland.''

4. THAT Council directs Administration to move 'Air Bnb Policy/Bylaw' and 'Complete review of tiny

homes and impediments to secondary suites'to 'Action Plan' ltems in the Council Strategic Plan

2019 - 2022',

AND FURTHER, that council directs Administration to move 'Housing Needs Assessment' into,Action Required" items in the council strategic Plan 2019 -2022.

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5. THAT Council directs Administration move 'lnstallation of Portland Loos and replacement _of

existing

Civic Washroon1 F""itity' into 'Action Plan' items in the Council Strategic Plan 2019 -2022'

6. THAT Council directs Administration to amend (as shown in red) the following language_in the

,Vibrant Downtown, Actions Required' section (Page 9) of the draft Council Strategic Plan 2019 as

follows:

tdentify and implement actions fo address drug use and vagrancy,-safety concerns, naaewadditional lightiig, the role of bylaw compliance and increased RCMP presence.

T. THAT Council directs Administration to move the 'okanagan Rail Trail promotion (eg. Marketing

trail connectionsj' item under 'Vibrant Downtown' into the Council Strategic Plan 201 9 - 2022'

g. THAT Council directs Administration to add a new section at front of the council strategic Plan to

note the City of Vernon's 'Key Values';

AND FURTHER, that the following items be included in the new'Key Values' section:

Respectful, Diverse and lnclusive Workplace: The Corporation cultivates and promofes a

respectful, diverse and inclusive culture ihat champions dignity and value through continuous

learning and development, discussion of respect, diversity and inclusion topics, and ongoing

assessment on what we catn do to nurture a supportive work environment'

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AND:

IJnwavering commitment to a Safe and Heatthy Work Environment: The Corporation continues to

seek and achieve tii nignest standard of safe-and heatthy work environment. The city will deliver.

safety, performance improvement, a strong safety of cilture, and increase the awareness and

motivation of emptoyees to nufture and sipport a commitment to personal and team health and

safety.

THAT Council directs Administration include to the following two items into the Council Strategic

Plan 2019 -2022:

Ensure financiat repofting reflects all changes in legislation and public sector accounting standards'.

specifically, the city witt"be required to cre"ate a fifti financial report - "statement of Remeasurement

Garns and /osses ,, and report on "Asset Retirement obligations" starting in 2012- Assef Retirement

obtigations witt reqiiie "orc

funding from the City to iivestigate the cost to retire those assefs in

pioiuitu,tv that wiil require considdration of the environment upon retirement (example: building'and/or

infrastructure with asbesfos, efc')

AND:

Ensure financial poticies of the city are current/contemporary and attow th" gity to maintain,financial

sustainability (specificatty, the Ciiy does not have a current/contemporary Reserve Policy)

10. THAT Council directs Administration to move the following item into the Council Strategic Plan 2019

-2Q22:

Address existing and pending drainageissues (e.g. drainage studies, risk and threat assessmenfs

related to watei, ftoodplain bylaw, OCP amendments)'

11. THAT Council directs Administration to move the following item into Action ltems within the Council

Strategic Plan 2Q19 - 2022: L 0 5

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Conveyance tine from VWRC to Okanagan Spring Brewery

AND:

VWRC and SlAssef Management Plan'

12.THAT Council directs Administration to add an'overarching goal'in relation to liquid waste

management within the council strategic Plan 2019 - 2022 which will encompass action items

related to the \ //RC and Liquid Waste'

13. THAT Council directs Administration to move the following item into Action ltems within the Council

Strategic Plan 2019 -2022'.

Continued Commitment to projects identified for replacement rn Assef Management plans (i.e'

sanitary, roads, buildings).

14. THAT Council directs Administration to move the following items into Action ltems within the Council

Strategic Plan 2019 -2022:

Engine $700,000 funded from Fire Equipment Reserve;

AND:

Ladder $1.4 million funded from BC Gas Lease Legacy fund

AND:

Fire &Rescue Services Proiects 2019 - 2022

15. THAT council directs Administration to review the following to identify specific 99?!_s and specific

actions to enable appropriate placement with the Council Strategic Plan 2019 - 2022:

Respectful, Diverse and lnclusive Workplace: The Corporation cultivates and promofes a

respectfil,'diverse and inclusive culture inat champions dignity.and value through continuous

learning and development, dl'scussion of respect, diversity and inclusion topics, and ongoing

assessment on what we can do to nurture a supportive work environment-

AND:

tJnwavering commitment to a Safe and Heatthy work Environment: The Corporation continues to

seek and ichieve the highest standard of safe'and heatthy work environment. The city will deliver

safety, performance improvement, a strong safety of culture, ,and increase the awareness and

motivation of employees to nurture and support i commitment to personal and team health and

safetY.

BUDGET/RESOU RCE IMPLIGATIONS:

The annual budget implications of implementing the adopted Council Strategic Plan are will be provided to

Council during each year's budget deliberations'

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CIry'S MISSION STATEMENTTo deliver effective and efficient, local government services that

benefit our citizens, ouf businesses' ouf environment and our future'

VERNON CITY COUNCIL 2019 - 2022

Front row: Kari Gares, Victor Cumming (Mayor), Dalvir Nahal

Back row: Scott Anderson, Brian Quiring, Akbal Mund, Kelly Fehr

I logCouncil's Strategic Plan 2019 - 2422 #(. v.il.,%"

TABLE OFCONTENTS

Context: January 2019

Summary of Strategic Priorities, Actions and Measures of Success

Recreation, Parks and Natural Areas

Housing

Vibrant Downtown

Organization Priorities (How To Get it Done)

Regional RelationshiPs

Sustainabiliry Priorities

Action Plan 2019

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CONTEXT January 2019vernon has been undergoing strong development for the last few years, and

201 8 was its drird busiest yeaf ever. Infrastructure investment has been steadily

increasing due to the 1.9% infrastrucrure levy, with particular focus on the

Downtown and key ffansportation connecdons, including with t.he new

okanagan RailTrail which opened in the fall of 2018. Since 2014, the ciry

has invested $20 million in infrastructure renewal in the City Centre, with an

additional $10.6 million approved/proposed for 201912020. Tourism revenues

conrinue ro climb year over year, leading the Thompson Okanagan in revenue

growdr.

Kal Tire Place North was completed in the fall of 2018, followed by the

demolition of the civic Arena and the pending completion of the 29thl30t!

street corridor and park improvements in 2019 and2020. Hurlburt Park is

under consrruction, Phase 1 of Lakeshore Park was completed in 201 8, the

Becker Park Bike skills Park was completed in 2017 and tlree lake accesses have

been developed since 2014,withanorher three being completed in 2019. with

the resolution of the Kin Race Thack legal dispute, and the completion of the

Recreation Master Plan in 2018, residents are excited about the possibiliry of

new recreation facilities on these lands.

A-ffordable housing is increasingly an issue for Vernon families. The vacancy rate

\s l.5o/o and high renrs exacerbate the situation. 325 purpose built rental units

were under consrrucrion in 2018, including 52 frrst stage housing units. Issues

of homelessness and criminal acdviry are impacting some areas of downtown.

The City is working with downtown businesses to idendfy solutions'

The City operaring budget has been held to a 1.8Vo or less increase since

2012.'Ihe Ciryt asset managemenr plan directs renewal projects and new asset

managemenr plans are under development for parlis and civic facilides. Staff

turnover and vacancies have hampered service delivery in some areas'

Spring flooding and wildfires have impacted Vernon along with other

municipalities in the Okanagan Valiey. Flood threat assessment mapping is

underway in a valley-wide effort for okanagan Lake, while the city is pursuing

funding to reduce flood events along the creeks that run thfough its boundaries'

The Climate Action Advisory Commitree was struck by Council in 2018 to

develop a Climate Action Plan.

At its strategic planning session, council members were asked the following

quesrion: \rhat is the #1 thing you hear in 20L9 atdwhat do you hope people

are saying about that issue in 2022? The results ofthat question helped to

inform the Strategic PIan20l9 -2022.

Council rnernbers comments are in the sid.ebat

2019 Crime, increased vagrancy,open drug use in theDowntown.

2A22 Vernon's image is imProvedThe atmosPhere hasspurred business growthand encourages families tostay. The Downtown coreis flourishing, diverse and

engaging.

2019 What are our Plans for the Kin

Race Track?

2022 Kin Park. On time. On budget.

2019 Affordable housing is an issue'

2CI22 lfound a quality Place to live.

2019 I can't find a home that I canafford.

2A22 I have a home and can affordhealthy food and a healthYlifestyle.

2019 There is nothing to do andnowhere to live.

2022 People are so busY andhaPPY theY have no time tocomment!

2019 What is the CitY doingabout homelessness in theDowntown?

2022 lcan't believe how much theCultural Centre in Polson Parkhas improved the area!

2019 Slumification of the DowntownCore.

2022 The Downtown core is vibrant.

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SUMMARY of Strategic Priorities,

Actions and Measures of Success'I1e follorving table summarizes all the requiled actions identified in the Strategic Plan.

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Recreation, Parlc &Open Space(page 7)

. Complete Recreation Feasibiliry Study

. Commence construction of prioriry recreation facilities

at Kin Park. Complete Polson Park Master Plan. Commence prioriry Polson Park projects. Develop and implement a strategy for acquisition of

hilltop parls. Develop a minimum of one lake access site Per year

. Annual investment in Kin Park and

Polson Park. Establishment of an offJeash dog

park. Acquisition of natural park areas

on mountaintops in acres

. Number of lake access sites

developed annually

.strategic Priority Area Actions Required to Achieve Vision HowVe Measure Success

Afiordable 8c

Attainable Housing(page 8)

. Develop a comprehensive Vernon Housing Strategy

. Continue to partner with BC Housing, not-for-Profits

and the development communiry on affordable housing,

including the use of Ciry-owned land. Review and streamline residential development approval

Process. Complete a Housing Needs Assessment to inform the

A-ffordable and Attainable Housing Strategy and the next

Official Communiry Plan review

. Increased vacatrcy tate

' Number of new units by type and

neighbourhood. o/o of allhomes within 500 m of

active ffansPortation, services and

parls. Time to process a single family

building permit and a multi familY

development permit

Vibrant Downtown(page 9)

. Additional incentives to encourage redevelopment and

upgrades to existing buildings. Inctease events and amenities in the Downtown. Investigate the potential closure of 30th Avenue to

vehicular traffic from 29th Street to 35th Street

. Create parking for the Okanagan Rail Tiail in the

redevelopment of the Civic Arena site

. Support economic development initiatives that attract

skilled labour to the area

. Identify and implement actions to address drug

use, vagransy and safery concerns' the role ofBylaw

Compliance & increased RCMP Presence. Evaluate and seek Council direction on the impact of

retail cannabis stores Downtown. Promote the Okanagan Rail Thail through marketing,

trail connections and other initiatives

' Support the Folks on Spokes Program and other clean

up initiatives in the Downtown core

. Annual investment in public events

and amenities and event attendance. Private investment in new

development and buildingupgrades

. Number of calls for Bylaw Services

. Number of new housing units inthe City Centre, by.yP. and value

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Strategic Prioriqy Area Actions Required to Achieve Vision How'We Measure Success

OrganizationPriorities(Page 10)

. Increase public particiPation in the development ofstrategies and plans

. Investigate new approaches to engage citizens (e'g. on-

line platforms). Invesdgate opportunities to enhance the transparenry of

decision making. Review application processes to ensure they are efficient

as possible. Implement more on-line application types

. Develop a learning and development framework for the

organization

' Develop a learning and development framework and

coaching and mentoring programs for the organization. Support continued implementation of health and

wellness initiatives. Investigate options to provide additional space for the

RCMP. Prioritize staff recruitment

. Number of people engaged inpublic participation annuailY

' Number of processes reviewed

annually. Number of new on-line

applications annually and number

received annually. Number of learning and

development opportunities

provided to/accessed by staff. Number of staffvacancies

RegionalRelationships(page 11)

. Continue and build upon CEDI partnership with OKIB

. Improve communication/consultation with RDNO

. 'W'ork with RDNO on the acquisition of naturai

parkland in the city. Obtain RDNO approval to consult with Ciry staffon In

Camera issues at RDNO

. Number of activities between the

Ciry and OKIB annually. Acquisition of natural parkland in

f:.ito of vernon by RDNo' in

SustainabilityPriorities(page 12)

. Invesdgate methods to increase rerycling & alternadves

to rerycling, including an organics diversion plan

' Support the provision ofaffordable childcare. Promote transit oriented mixed use development. Adopt a Climate Action Plan. Encourage initiatives to suPPort green buildings,

including the BC Energy SteP Code. Update the Landscaping Standards Bylaw to require

sustainable and Fire Smart landscaping. Identi$r ways to foster innovation in technology and

manufacturing (business retention and expansion)

. Continue to implement Fire Smart principles in the

wildfire interface area and improve communication with

residents tlroughout the year in addition to emergency

events. Review and implement the Fire and Rescue Services

Strategic Plan. Undertake drainage studies, risk and threat assessments

and related bylaw amendments. Continued commitment to the development and

implementation of asset management plans. During the next review of the Master Tiansportation

Plan, revisit the highway bypass and explore alternatives

to transit in low densiry areas

. Support the extension of water along Eastside Road

. Number of new residentiai units

within waiking distance of a transit

stop. Number of new jobs in the

technology and manufacturing

sectors. Tonnage of organics and rerycling

diverted from the landfill, annually. Number of childcare spaces in the

community, by age group

' Tonnage of GHGe emitted

annually, corporately and

community-wide. Number of acres treated to reduce

fuel load (wildlands/Ciry lands)

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Recreation, Parks and Natural Spaces

VISION

The comprehensive plan for the Kin park lands is completed, informed by rhe Recreation Master PIan feasibiliry study and

public participation. New recreation facilities are under development on the site. A new fenced offJeash dog park has just

op.r.d. The polson park Master plan is complete and improvements are underway to better showcase the jewel of the \/ernon

,.r.b"., p".L, system to the many residents and visitors lhat use the park and as a connection to the okanagan Rail riail' New

.r".,r.J area parks are being acquired at Turtle Mounrain, Advenrure Bay, rhe Foothills and the commonage, supported by our

regional partners where possible'

SPEGIFIG GOALS

' Develop a comprehensive plan for the Kin Race Tiack

lands: explore a recreation and/or aquatic centre

and consider additional uses such as housing and

commercial

' Develop a new multi Purpose Recreation Centre

. Develop a fenced offleash dog park in the Ciry

' A new playingsurface for Kal Tire Place North

' Review and Update the Polson Park Master Plan

. Establish four new hilltop parls (Turde Mountain,

Adventure Bay, the Foothills $ackass Mountain),

Commonage Ridge)

. Develop a minimum of one lake access site per year

. Continued implementation of the Parls Master Plan

. Involve Eiectoral Areas B and C, Coldstream and the

Okanagan Indian Band

ACTIONS REQUIRED

. Complete Recreadon Feasibility Study

. Commence consrrucrion of prioriry recreation facilities at Kin Park

. Complete Polson Park Master Plan

. Commence construction of prioriry Polson Park projects

. Develop and implement a suategy for acquisition of hilltop parks

. Develop a minimum of one lake access site Per year

HOW DO WE MEASURE SUCCESS?

@ @uf ParksEstablish an off-leash

dog park

@ of Acres @ of SitesNumber of lake access

sites developed annuallYAnnual investment in

Kin Park and Polson Park

Acquisition of mountaintoP

natural park area in acres

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Affordable Housing

VISION

Finding affordable and attainable housing has gotten easier. The v^cancY

rate is up and there are new housing opdons available across the continuum.

The City has partnered with BC Housing, local not-for-profits and the

development communiry on new affordable rental units on ciry-owned land

A streamlined residential development approval Process is helping private

developers deliver new units more efficiently' New family housing options

are provided close to services and acdve transportation rouces, and upscale

options are under development in the Downtown'

SPECIFIC GOALS

. create accessible and attainable housing for families with annual income

below $70,000


. Develop affordable housing partnerships, including the use of Ciry lands

. Streamline the residential development approval process

ACTIONS REQUIRED


. Conrinue ro partner with BC Housing, not-for-profits and the development

community on affordable housing, including the use of ciry-owned land

. Review and streamline the residential development approval process

. Complete a Housing Needs Assessment to inform the Affordable and

Attainable Housing implementation Strategy and the next Official

Communiry PIan review

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@ of DaysTime to process a single familY

building permit and a multi

family development permit

@Increased

vacanry fate

l9.rsCouncil's Strategic Plan2019 - 2022 #f v.il%.

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Vibrant DowntownVISION

The Downtown is bustling with shoppers and employees enjoying the many outdoor patios, events and amenities. The new

multi family units in the Ciry Centre have increased the number of residents in the area, including families and more afluent

residents. Crime has been trending down and the streets are free from litter and unwanted grafiti. New mixed use development

is complemented by the invesrmenr business owners have taken in their buildings, all contributing to a vibrant Downtown'

Fully connected into the Okanagan Rail Thail, the Downtown has seen a surge of new tourists enjoying our many restaurants,

stores and amenities.

SPECIFIC GOALS

. Foster more residential development in the Downtown,

including upscde options

. Implement additional incentives to encourage upgrades

to exisdng buildings

. Increase the vibranry of Downtown, including the

provision of new amenities and events

. Investigate the potential closure of30th Avenue to


' Provide parking for the Okanagan Rail Tiail in the

Downtown core

. Focus development in the City Centre, including mixed

use and multi family

. Address safery concerns including drug use, Yagraficy,

communicating role of Bylaw Services 8c increased

RCMP presence

. Identify mechanisms to attract skilled labour to the area

. Cannabis retail stores in the Downtown shall have no

ill effect

. Address sharps and Downtown cleanliness

ACTIONS REQUIRED

' Additional incentives to encourage redevelopment and

upgrades to existing buiidings

. Increase events and amenities in the Downtown

. Investigate the potential closure of 3Oth Avenue to vehicular

traffic from 29th Street to 35th Street

. Create parking for tlte Okanagan Rail Tiail in the


. Support economic development initiatives that attract skilled

labour to the area

. Identify and implement actions to address drug use' v^gtancy

and safery concerns, the role of Bylaw Compliance and

increased RCMP presence

. Evaluate and seek Council direction on the imPact of retail

cannabis stores in the Downtown

. Promote the Okanagan Rail Tlail through marketing, trail

connections and other initiatives

. Support the Folks on Spokes program and otler clean up

initiadves in the Downtown core


Annual investtnent in public

events and amenities and

event attendance

Private investment in

new development and

building upgrades

@of CallsNumber of calls for

Byiaw Services and

RCMP

S of UnitsNumber of new housing

units in tire Ciry Centre,

by ,yp. and value

s@ @

l9.reCouncil's Strategic Plan 2O19 - 2422 #f rr*il'.,%"

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Organization Priorities

vtsroN

The city ofvernon is a cusromer focused organization. Decision making is increasingly transParent and accountable through

the use of various rools, including those online. citizens are offered lots of opportunities for participation in the development

of strategies and plans. Application processes have been reviewed and streamlined where possible, including the increased use of

online applications. staffvacancies are at a minimum and learning and development are fostered across the organization to ensure

that we have a capable and contemporary workforce'

SPECIFIC GOALS

. Enhance uansParency of decision making, including the

use of new or expanded tools and on-line platforms

. Increased public participadon in decision making

. Streamline red tape to facilitate more development

' Implement more on-line applications

. Have a full staffcomplement

. Foster learning and development across the organizadon

' Look at options to provide additional space for the RCMP

. Cultivate and promote a respectful, diverse, and inclusive

Corporate culture

. Continue the unwavering commitment to a safe and

healthy work environment

. Optimize municipal wastewater services in support of

community growth and economic development

ACTIONS REQUIRED

. Increase public participation in the development of

strategies and plans

. Investigate new approaches to engage citizens (e'g' onJine

platforms)

. Investigate opportunities to enhance t-he transparenry of

decision making

. Review application processes to ensure they are efficient as

possible

. Implement online applications for more application types

' Develop a learning and development framework and

coaching and mentoring programs for the organization

' Support continued implementation of health and wellness

initiatives

. Investigate options to provide additional space for rhe

RCMP

. Prioritize staff recruitment


@ €Participants

Number of people

engaged in public

participation

annually

ReviewedNumber of

Processes

reviewed

annually

@On-line

Number of new

on-line applications

annually, and number

received annually

@L&D

Number of learning

and development

opportunities provided

to/accessed by staff

@Vacancies

Number

ofstaff

vacancies

I 1917Council's Strategic Plan2A19 - 2022 #q' V"?h%"

n


VISION

Vernon residents believe their voice is better reflected in decisions by

the Regional District of North okanagan (RDNO) Board. \rater issues

are resolved to everyonet sadsfaction and progress is made on issues of

mutual concefn. The new Cultural Centre is under construction in the

downtown. Productive relationships support the acquisition of major

natural areas. The Ciry and the Okanagan Indian Band are continuing to

build on the reladonship established through the Community Economic

Development Initiative'

SPECIFIC GOALS

. Take a stronger stand at RDNO on water issues, consultation, etc.

. Enhance relationships and improve communications with regional

partners including the Okanagan Indian Band

. Support an amalgamation study if requested by at least one other

Partner

. council able to consult with city staffon In camera issues at the

RDNO

ACTIONS REQUIRED

. Continue and build upon the CEDI partnership with the Okanagan

Indian Band (OKIB)

. Improve communication and consultation with RDNO

. .work with RDNO on the acquisition of natural parkland in the ciry

. obtain RDNO approval to consult with ciry staff on In Camera issues

at the RDNO


@nctivitiesNrimber of joint activities

becween the Ciry and

OKIB annuallY

@AcresAcqr-risition of natural parkland

in the City of Vernon bY

RDNO, in acres

I 1118Council's Strategic Plan2O19 - 2O22 #f v*?t=,%.

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Sustai nabil ity Priorities

VISION

Vernon is promoting best practices in sustainable infrastructure, agriculture and landscaping, including updated bylaw

standards. Fire Smart principles are utilized more widely in the city, reducing our risk of wildfires. \fater is being extended

down Eastside Road to better protecr against fire in this area. Vernon residents have been trying out a pilot organics diversion

plan while recycling options have been expanded. New childcare spaces are making it easier for families to find a.ffordable

options ro meet their needs, Transit oriented housing and mixed use development is putting more households within walking

distance of a transit stop. New jobs are being created, particularly in the technology and manufacturing sectors localiy and

regionallp to continue to diversift our employment base'

SPECIFIC GOALS

. Investigate methods ro increase rerycling and alternatives to recyciing

. Implementation of an organics diversion plan

' Support the provision ofaffordable childcare

. Promote transit oriented housing and mixed use development

. \Work rowards a sustainable Vernon - environmentally, economically and socially

. Encourage sustainable infrastructure, agriculture and landscaping

. Be a leader in economic deveiopment

. Foster innovation in technology and manufacturing (business retention and expansion)

. Continue to implement Fire Smart principles in the wildfire interface area and improve communication with residents

. Address existing and pending stormwater issues

. Continued commitment to asset management

. During the next review of the Master Tlansporration Plan, revisit the highway bypass and explore alternatives to transit in

low density areas

' Support the extension of water along Eastside Road

continued on Page 13 f>

Council's Strategic Plan 2019 - 2022 #f v.il%" 117L9

Sustainability Priorities Continued

ACTIONS REQUIRED

. Investigare methods to increase rerycling and alternatives to recycling, including an organics diversion plan

' Support the provision ofaffordable childcare

. Promote transit oriented mixed use development

. Adopr and implement a Climate Acrion Plan and amend official Communiry Plan accordingly

. Encourage green buildings, including the BC Energy Step Code

. Update the Landscaping Standards Bylaw to require sustainable and Fire Smart landscaping

. Identify ways to foster innovation in technology and manufacturing (business retention and expansion)

. Continue ro implement Fire Smart principles in the wildfire interface area and improve communication with residents

throughout the year in addition to emergency events

. Review and implement the Fire and Rescue Services Strategic Plan

. Undertake drainage stud.ies, risk and threat assessments and related bylaw amendments

. Continued commitment to the development and implementation of asset management plans

. Revisit the highway bypass and explore afternadves to transit in low densiry areas in neff fiansportation Plan update

' Support the extension of water along Eastside Road


@unitsNumber of new residential units within

walking distance of a transit stoP

@ spucesNumber of childcare sPaces in

the communiry by age grouP

@ loosNew jobs in the technologY

and manufacturing sectors

@ronnesTonnage oforganics and recYcling

diverted from the land6ll, annually

@Acres@ronnesTonnage of GHGe emitted annualll

corporately and communitY-wide

Number of acres treated to reduce

fuel load (wildland/CitY lands)

Council's Strategic Plan 2019 - 2022 #f v.?;%" 11120

-

Action Plan 2019The Administration 2019 Action Plan wiil be finalized following completion of the Strategic PIan by Council and brought

forward for Councilk consideration. This is anticipated to occur in May{une 2019'

Council's Strategic Plan 2019 - 2022 Y(. v.?I-'%^ 11121.

Attachment 2

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Vernon CitY Council 2019 - 2022

Front row: KariGares, Victor Cumming (Mayor), Dalvir Nahal

Back row: Scott Anderson, Brian Quiring, Akbal Mund, Kelly Fehr

City's Mission Statement

To deliver effective and efficient, local government services that benefit our

citizens, our businesses, our environment and our future.

Council's Strategic Plan 2079 - 2022 Page l21.23

Table of Contents

4Context: January zOLg


Recreation, Parks and Natural Areas """""' 7

5

8

9

Housing

Vibrant Downtown

Organization Priorities (How To Get it Done) . 10

I1Regional Relationships ..

Other Sustainability Priorities ........

Action Plan 2019.... 1,4

Action Plon 2020 (to be approved by Council Fall 2019)

Action PIan 202L (to be opproved by Council Fall 2020)

Action PIan 2022 (to be approved by Council Fall 2021)

Council's Strategic Plan 2079 - 2022 Page l3124

Context: January 20L9

Vernon has been undergoing strong development for the last few years, and 2018 was its third busiest year ever.

lnfrastructure investment has been steadily increasing due to the 1.9% infrastructure levy, with particular focus on the

Downtown and key transportation connections, including with the new okanagan Rail Trail which opened in the fall of

201g. Since 2014, the City has invested 5ZO million in infrastructure renewal in the City Centre, with an additional S10.6

million approved/proposed for 2ot9/2020. Tourism revenues continue to climb year over year, leading the Thompson

Okanagan in reve.nue growth.

Kal Tire place North was completed in the fall of 201"8, followed by the demolition of the Civic Arena and the pending

completion of the ,9*'730th Street Corridor and park improvements in 2019 and2O2O. Hurlburt Park is under construction,

phase L of Lakeshore park was completed in 20L8, the Becker Park Bike Skills Park was completed in 20L7 and three lake

accesses have been developed since 201"4, with another three being completed in 201"9. With the resolution of the Kin

Race Track legal dispute, and the completion of the Recreation Master Plan in 2018, residents are excited about the

possibility of new recreation facilities on these lands'

Affordable housing is increasingly an issue for Vernon families. The vacancy rate is 1.5% and high rents exacerbate the

situation. 325 purpose built rental units were under construction in 201-8, including 52 first stage housing units. lssues of

homelessness and criminal activity are impacting some areas of downtown. The City is working with downtown businesses

to identify solutions.

The City operating budget has been held to a 1.8%or less increase since 20L2. The City's asset management plan directs

renewal projects and new asset management plans are under development for parks and civic facilities. Staff turnover

and vacancies have hampered service delivery in some areas.

Spring flooding and wildfires have impacted Vernon along with other municipalities in the okanagan Valley' Flood threat

assessment mapping is underway in a Valley-wide effort for okanagan Lake, while the City is pursuing funding to reduce

flood events along the creeks that run through its boundaries. The Climate Action Advisory Committee was struck by

Council in 2018 to develop a Climate Action PIan'

At its strategic planning session, Council members were asked the following question: What is the #l thing you hear in

2019 and what do you hope people are saying about that issue in 2022? The results of that question helped to inform

the strategic Plan 2olg -2022. Here is what council members said

2019: "Crime, increased vagrancy, open

drug use in the Downtown."2022: "Yernon's image is improved' The

atmosphere has sPurred business

growth and encourages famiiies to stay.

The Downtown core is flourishing,

diverse and engaging."

2019: "What are ou,r

plans for the Kin Race

Track?"2A22:"Kin Park. On

time. On budget."

2019: "Affordable

housing is an issue."

2022:"1 found a

qualitv place to

2019: "What is the CitY doing

about homelessness tn the

Downtown?"2022: "lcan't believe how much

the Cultural Centre in Polson Park

has improved the area !"

2019: "There is nothing todo and nowhere to live."

2022: People are so busY

and happy they have no

time to comment!2OI9: "1 can't find a home

that I can afford."2022: "1 have a home and can

afford healthy food and a

healthv lifestvle."2019: "slumification ofthe Downtown Core."

2022: "f he Downtown

core is vibrant,"

Council's Strategic Plan 2079 - 2022 Page l4L25


Strategic PriorityArea

Actions Required to Achieve Vision How We Measure Success

Recreation, Parks

& Open Space(page 7)

o Complete Recreation Feasibility Study

o Commence construction of priority recreation facilities at

Kin Park

o Complete Polson Park Master Plan

o Commence priority Polson Park projects

o Develop and implement a strategy for acquisition of

hilltop parks

o Develop a minimum of o lake access site oer vear

o Annual investment in Kin Park and

Polson Park

o EstablishmentAeq$isitiep of an off-

leash dog park

o_Acquisition of natural park areas on

mountaintops in acres

o Number of lake access sites

developed annuallv

Affordable &AttainableHousing{paee 8)

o Develop a comprehensive VernonG'ty Housing4irst

Strategyo Continue to partner with BC Housing, not-for-profits and

the development community on affordable housing,

including the use of City-owned land

o Review and streamline residential development approval

process

o Complete a Housing Needs Assessment to inform the

Affordable and Attainable Housing Strategy and the next

Official Commun Plan review

o lncreased vacancY rate

o Number of new units bY tYPe and

neighbourhoodo Yo of all homes within 500 m of active

transportation, services and parks

o Time to process a single familY

building permit and a multifamilYdevelopment Permit

o Additional incentives to encourage redevelopment and

upgrades to existing buildings

o lncrease events and amenities in the Downtown

o lnvestigate the potential closure of 30th Avenue to


o Create er+sider-parking for the Okanagan Rail Trail in the


o Support economic development initiatives that attract

skilled labour to the area

o ldentify and implement actions to address drug use,

vagrancy and safety concerns, the role of Bylaw

Compliance & increased RCMP presence

o Evaluate and seek Council direction on the Me+ite+

impact of retail cannabis stores Downtown

o Promote the Okanagan Rail Trail through marketing, trail

connections and other initiatives

o Support the Folks on Spokes program and other clean up

initi

o Annual investment in public events

and amenities and event attendance

o Private investment in new

development and building upgrades

o Number of calls for Bylaw Services

o Number of new housing units in the

City Centre, by type and value

VibrantDowntown(paee 9)

OrganizationPriorities(page 10)

o lncrease public participation in the development of

strategies and Planso lnvestigate new approaches to engage citizens (e.g' on-

line platforms)

o lnvestigate opportunities to enhance the transparency of

decision making

o Review application processes to ensure they are efficient

as possible

o lmplement more on-line application types

o Number of people engaged in public

participation annuallY

o Number of processes reviewed

annually.J Number of new on-line applications

annually and number received

annually

o Number of learning and development

opportunities provided to/accessed

by staff

The following table summarizes all the required actions identified in the Strategic Plan

Council's Strotegic Plan 2A79 - 2022 Page l5L26

o Develop a learning and development framework for the

organizationo Develop a learning and development framework and

coaching and mentoring programs for the organization

o Support continued implementation of health and

wellness initiativeso lnvestigate options to provide additional space for the

RCMP

o P rio nttz€-slqlflegtgjl-llCn!

.-:r Number of staff vacancies

Regional

Relationships{page 11)

o Continue and build upon CEDI partnership with OKIB

o lmprove communication/consultation with RDNO

q*Work with RDNO on the acquisition of natural parkland

in the cityo Obtain RDNO approval to consult with Citv staff on ln

CameIA issues at R!-NQ.

o Number of activities between the

City and OKIB annuallY

e Acquisition of natural parkland in the

City of Vernon bY RDNO, in acres

SustainabilityPriorities(page 12)

o lnvestigate methods to increase recycling & alternatives

to recycling, including an organics diversion plan

o Support the provision of affordable childcare

o Promote transit oriented mixed use development

o Adopt a Climate Action Plan

o Encourage initiatives to support green

buildines@ including the BC

Energy Step Code

o Update the Landscaping Standards Bylaw to require

sustainable and Fire Smart landscaping

o ldentify ways to foster innovation in technology and

manufacturing (business retention and expansion)

o Continue to implement Fire Smart principles in the

wildfire interface area and improve communication with

residents throughout the year in addition to emergency

events

o Review and i{mplementatien theof Fire and Rescue

Services Strategic Plan

o Undertake drainage studies, risk and threat assessments

and related bylaw amendments

o Continued commitment to the development and

implementation of asset management plans

o During the next review of the Master Transportation

Plan, revisit the highway bypass and explore alternatives

to transit in low density areas

o Support the extension of water along Easlllde lead

-

c,r Number of new residential units

within walking distance of a transitstop

.J Number of new jobs in the

technology and manufacturingsectors

e Tonnage of organics and recycling

diverted from the landfill, annually

o Number of childcare sPaces in thecommunity, bY age grouP

.r Tonnage of GHGe emitted annually,

corporately and communitY-wide

o Number of acres treated to reduce

fuel load (wildlands/CitY lands)

Council's Strategic Plon 2079 - 2022 Page l61,27

Recreation, Parks and Natural Spaces

Vision

The comprehensive plan for the Kin Park lands is completed, informed

by the Recreation Master Plan feasibility study and public

participation. New recreation facilities are under development on the

site. A new fenced off-leash dog park has just opened. The Po'lson Park

Master Plan is complete and improvements are underway to better

showcase the jewel of the vernon urban parks system to the many

residents and visitors that use the park and as a connection to the

okanagan Rail Trail. New natural area parks are being acquired at

Turtle Mountain, Adventure Bay, the Foothills and the Commonage,

supported by our regional partners where possible.

Specific Goals

o Develop a comprehensive plan for the Kin Race Track lands: explore a recreation and/or aquatic centre and

consider additional uses such as housing and commercial

o Develop a new multi purpose Recreation Centre

o Develop a fenced off leash dog park in the City

o A new playing surface for Kal Tire Place North

o Review and Update the Polson Park Master Plan

o Establish four new hilltop parks (Turtle Mountain, Adventure Bay, the Foothills (Jackass Mountain), commonage

Ridee)

Develoo a minimum of lake access site 0er vear

Continued implementation of the Parks Master Plan

lnvolve Electoral Areas B and C, Coldstream and the Okanagan lndian Band

Actions Required

Complete Recreation Feasibility Study

commence construction of priority recreation facilities at Kin Park

Complete Polson Park Master Plan

Commence construction of priority Polson Park projects

Develop and implement a strategy for acquisition of hilltop parks

Develop a minimum of o lake access site oer vear

How do we measure success?

$ Annual investment in Kin Park and Polson Park

# panlks Establish an off-leash dog Park

ooo

Council's Strategic Plon 2079 - 2022 Page l7r28

# agngs Acquisition of mountaintop natural park area in acres

Nu r of lake sites o ann

Council's Strotegic Plan 2079 - 2022 Page l81"29

Affordable Housing

Vision

Finding affordable and attainable housing has gotten easier. The vacancy ', "' :- -.::-"rate is up and there are new housing options available across the

continuum. The City has partnered with BC Housing, local not-for-profits

and the development community on new affordable rental units in-a+d

@nCity-ownedland.AstreamIinedresidentialdevelopment approval process is helping private developers deliver new

units more efficiently. New family housing options are provided close to

services and active transportation routes, and upscale options are under

development in the Downtown.

Specific Goals

o Create accessible and attainable housing for families with annual income below $70,000

o Develop a comprehensive Vernon€ity Housing Fif€+Strategy

o Develop affordable housing partnerships, including the use of City lands

o Streamline the residential development approval process

Actions Required

D eve lo p a co m p re he ns ive Ci+r,tyglng n H o us i1g*g€+st-Strategy

Continue to partner *i* gc Housing, not-for-profits and the development community on affordable housing, including

the use of City-owned land

Review and streamline the residential development approval process

Complete a Housing Needs Assessment to inform the Affordable and Attainable Housing lmplementation Strategy and

the next Official Community Plan review


% lncreased vacancY rate

#; UfUltS Number of new units by type and neighbourhood

% % of allhomes within 500 m of active transportation, services and parks

# dlayS Time to process a single family building permit and a multifamily development permit

Council's Strategic Plan 2079 - 2022 Page l9130

Vibrant Downtown

Vision

The Downtown is bustling with shoppers and employees enjoying

the many outdoor patios, events and amenities' The new multi

family units in the city centre have increased the number of

residents in the area, including families and more affluent

residents. crime has been trending down and the streets are free

from litter and unwanted graffiti. New mixed use development is

complemented by the investment business owners have taken in

their buildings, all contributing to a vibrant Downtown. Fully

connected into the Okanagan Rail Trail, the Downtown has seen a

surge of new tourists enjoying our many restaurants, stores and

amenities.

Specific Goals

O Foster more residential development in the Downtown, including upscale options

O lmplement additional incentives to encourage upgrades to existing buildings

o Increase the vibrancy of Downtown, including the provision of new amenities and events

o lnvestigate the potential closure of 3Oth Avenue to vehicular traffic from 29th Street to 35th Street

o provide€en*ide+ parking for the Okanagan Rail Trail in the Downtown core

o Focus development in the City Centre, including mixed use and multi family

o Address safety concerns including drug use, vagrancy, communicating role of Bylaw services & increased RCMP

presence

o ldentify mechanisms to attract skilled labour to the area

Q-:Q*ner+i+e+-eannabisretailstoresintheDowntownshallhavenoill@effectso Address sharps and Downtown cleanliness

Actions Required

Additional incentives to encourage redevelopment and upgrades to existing buildings

lncrease events and amenities in the Downtown

lnvestigate the potential closure of 30'h Avenue to vehicular traffic from 29th Street to 35th Street

Crcale€r+sid€+parking for the Okanagan Rail Trail in the redevelopment of the Civic Arena site

Support economic development initiatives that attract skilled labour to the area

ldentify and implement actions to address drug use, vagrancy and safety concerns, the role of Bylaw Compliance and

increased RCMP presence

Eva I uate nd seek Council di on on Meniter the impact of retail cannabis stores in the Downtown

Promote the okanagan Rail Trail through marketing, trail connections and other initiatives

he Folks on s orosram and ot er clean uo initi ves in the Dow n coreSuooort


$, # Annual investment in public events and amenities and event attendance

Page 170

131Council's Strategic Plon 2079' 2022

$# ea[]s

# un$ts

private investment in new development and building upgrades

Number of calls for Bylaw Services and RCMP

Number of new housing units in the city centre, by type and value

Page 177

1.32Council's Strotegic Plqn 2079 - 2022

O rga nization Priorities

Vision

The City of Vernon is a customer focused organization. Decision making is increasingly

transparent and accountable through the use of various tools, including those on-line-teek.

Citizens are offered lots of opportunities for participation in the development of strategies

and plans. Application processes have been reviewed and streamlined where possible,

including the increased use of on-line applications. Staff vacancies are at a minimum and

learning and development are fostered across the organization to ensure that we have a

capable and contemporary workforce.

Specific Goals

o Enhance transparency of decision making, including the use of new or expanded tools and on-line platforms

o lncreased public participation in decision making

o Streamline red tape to facilitateeneeu+a€e more development

o lmplement more on-line applications

o ffiHave a fullstaff complement

o Foster learning and development across the organization

o Look at options to provide additional space for the RCMP

o Cultivate and promote a respectful, diverse, and inclusive Corporate culture

o Continue the unwavering commitment to a safe and healthy work environment

o Optimize municipal wastewater services in support of community growth and economic development

Aetions Requ!red

lncrease public participation in the development of strategies and plans

lnvestigate new approaches to engage citizens (e.g. on-line platforms)

lnvestigate opportunities to enhance the transparency of decision making

Review application processes to ensure they are efficient as possible

lmplement on-line applications for more application types

Develop a learning and development framework and coaching and mentoring programs for the organization

support continued implementation of health and wellness initiatives

lnvestigate options to provide additional space for the RCMP

Prioritize staff re

Hour do we rneasure sueeess?

# pantilClpafOtS Number of people engaged in public participation annuallv

# ngv;figWgdj Number of processes reviewed annuallv

# Om-ll$mg Number of new on-line applications annually, and number received annually

# L&D Number of learning and development opportunities provided to/accessed by staff

Council'sStrategicPtan27lg-2L22 Page 112

133

# VrafGafUg'ilgS Number of staff vacancies

Page 173

134Council's Strategic Plon 2079 - 2022


Vision

Vernon residents believe their voice is better reflected in decisions

by the Regional District of North okanagan (RDNO) Board. water

issues are resolved to everyone's satisfaction and progress is made

on issues of mutual concern. The new cultural centre is under

construction in the downtown. Productive relationships support the

acquisition of major natural areas. The city and the okanagan lndian

Band are continuing to build on the relationship established through

the Community Economic Development lnitiative'

Specific Goals

o Take a stronger stand at RDNO on Water issues, consultation, etc.

o Enhance relationships and improve communications with regional partners including the okanagan lndian Band

an amalgamation study if requested bV at least one other partnerq _Supporto Council able to cons ult with Citv staff on ln Ca issues at the RDNO

Actions Required

continue and build upon the cEDl partnership with the okanagan lndian Band (oKlB)

lmprove communication and consultation with RDNO

work with RDNO on the acquisition of natural parkland in the city

DNO a co ci mera


# aAtdViltigS Number of joint activities between the City and OKIB annually

# aAngS Acquisition of natural parkland in the City of Vernon by RDNO, in acres

Page 174

r_35Council's Strategic Plan 2079 - 2022

Sustaina bi I ity Priorities

Vision

Vernon is promoting best practices in sustainable

@ agriculture and landscaping, including

updated bylaw standards. Fire Smart principles are utilized more widely

in the city, reducing our risk of wildfires. water is being extended down

Eastside Road to better protect against fire in this area' Vernon residents

have been trying out a pilot organics diversion plan while recycling

options have been expanded-a+the-land{lll. New childcare spaces are

making it easier for families to find affordable options to meet their

needs. Transit oriented housing and mixed use development is putting

more households within walking distance of a transit stop. New jobs are

being created, particularly in the technology and manufacturing sectors

locally and regionally, to continue to helpdiversify our employment base

Specific Goals

G

lDr>

lnvestigate methods to increase recycling and alternatives to recycling

lmplementation of an organics diversion plan

Support the provision of affordable childcare

Promote transit oriented housing and mixed use development

Work towards a sustainable Vernon - environmentally, economically and socially

Encourage@sustainableinfrastructurealehiteetu+e,agricultureandlandscapingBe a leader in economic development

Foster innovation in technology and manufacturing (business retention and expansion)

Continue to implement Fire Smart principles in the wildfire interface area and improve communication with

residentsAddress existing and pending stormwater issues

Continued commitment to asset management

During the next review of the Master Transportation Plan, revisit the highway bypass and explore alternatives to

transit in low densitY areas

Support the extension of water along Eastside Road

Actlons Required

lnvestigate methods to increase recycling and alternatives to recycling, including an organics diversion plan

Support the provision of affordable childcare

Promote transit oriented mixed use development

Adopt and implement a Climate Action Plan and amend Official Community Plan accordingly

Encourage initiatives te enesurage oreen buildings@ including the BC Energy Step Code

Update the Landscaping Standards Bylaw to require sustainable and Fire Smart landscaping

ldentify ways to foster innovation in technology and manufacturing (business retention and expansion)

Continue to implement Fire Smart principles in the wildfire interface area and improve communication with residents

throughout the year in addition to emergency events

Review and i{mplementa*-lhgie+etFire and Rescue Services Strategic Plan

Undertake drainage studies, risk and threat assessments and related bylaw amendments

Continued commitment to the development and implementation of asset management plans

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Council's Strategic Plan 2079 - 2022

Revisit the highway bypass and explore alternatives to transit in low density areas in next Transportation Plan update

Support the extension of water along Eastside Road


# UnitS Number of new residential units within walking distance of a transit stop

# jObS New jobs in the teihnology and manufacturing sectors

# t-OnngS Tonnage of organics and recycling diverted from the landfill, annually

# SpaAeS Number of childcare spaces in the community, by age group

# li-OnfUgS Tonnage of GHGe emitted annually, corporately and community-wide

# agngs Number of acres treated to reduce fuel load (wildland/City lands)

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137Council's Strategic Plan 2079 - 2022

Action Plan 2OL9

The Administration 2079 Action plan wiil be finatized foltowing completion of the Strotegic Ptan by Council and brought

forword for Council's consideration. This is anticipoted to occur in May/June 2079'

Page 177

r_38Council's Strategic Plan 2079 - 2022

TO:

PC:

FROM:

SUBJECT

THE CORPO TION OF THE CITY OF VERNO N

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

Will Pearce, CAO FILE: 0540-20

Kim Flick, Director, Community lnfrastructure and DATE: May 1 ,2019Development

Laurie Cordell, Manager, Long Range Planning and Sustainability

PARTNERS FOR CLIMATE PROTECTION COUNCIL DESIGNATE

At its Regular Meeting of February 25,2019 Council passed the following resolution:

'THAT Council join the Partners for Climate Protection Program by adopting

Attachment 4, ih" "Council Resolution to Join the Federation of Canadian

Municipatifies - ICLET (Local Governments for Sustainability) Partners for

Cti m ate Protection Program".

ln follow up to this resolution, Administration is requesting Council appoint a Council

contact to be designated on the FCM resolution that would oversee implementation of

the pCp milestones and to be the point of contact for the program as outlined in the

FCM-ICLEl Partners for Climate Protection Program (Attachment 1)'

Administration will designate a staff contact.

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council designate (to be cited by Council) as the Council contact for

the Federation oi canaoian lvtunicipalities ICLEI (Local Governments for

sustainability) Partners for climate Protection Program;

Respectful submitted

Laurie CordellManager, Long Range Planning and Sustainability

Attachment 1: FCM-|CLE| Partners for Climate Protection Program

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139

Attachment 1

Council Resolution toJoin the FCM-|CLE| (Local Governments for Sustainability)

Partners for Climate Protection Program

WHEREAS it is well established that climate change is increasing the frequency of extreme weather

events and posing other risks, such as drought, forest fires and rising sea levels, which present serious

threats to our natural environment, our health, our jobs and our economy;

WHEREAS the 2016 Paris Agreement, signed by more than 190 countries, including Canada,

committed to limit the global t,emperature increase to below two degrees celsius and to pursue effotls

to limit this increase tJt.S degrees Celsius, in order to avoid the most severe climate change impacts;

WHEREAS local governments are essential to the successful implementation of the Paris Agreement;

WHEREAS Canada's cities and communities influence approximately 50 per cent of national

gieenn;use gas (GHG) emissions and can drive systemic low-carbon practices, including: building

r.,igh-"ffi"iunJy ouitoings, undertaking building retrofits and developing district heating; building active

trJnsit, electrit vehicle-infrastructure and eleCtrified public transit; implementing near-zero GHG waste

plans; and delivering high-efficiency water and wastewater services;

WHEREAS investments in these types of measures also reduce operating costs, help municipalities

maintain and plan for future community services, protect public health, support sustainable community

development, increase community resilience and reduce a community's vulnerability to environmental,

economic and social stresses;

WHEREAS a number of government and international and national organizations have called for

greater cooperation a*ong all stakeholders to meet reduction targets, including Canada's Big City

t/"yor*' Caucus, which sulports binding GHG emission reduction targets at the international, national

anci citv levels, action plans'that cut emissions, identification of risks and mitigation solutions, and

regular municipal GHG emissions reporting;

WHEREAS the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and ICLEI-Local Governments for

Sustainability have established the Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) program to provide a forum

for municipaigovernments to share their knowledge and experience with other municipal governments

on how to reduce GHG emissions;

WHEREAS over 300 municipal governments across Canada representing more than 65 per cent of the

popurriion have already commitled to reducing crorporate and community GHG emissions through the

PCP program since its inception in 1994;

WHEREAS pCp members commit to adopt a community GHG reduction target of 30 per cent below

2005 levels by 2030, in line with the Goveinment of Canada's target, and to adopt a corporate GHG

reduction target that is similar or more ambitious, and to consider adopiing a deeper community and

corporate emissions reduction target of 80 per cent by 2050;

WHEREAS the pCp program is based on a five-milestone framework that involves completing a GHG

inventory and forecast, s6tting a GHG reduction target, developing a localaction plan, implementing the

plan, and monitoring progress and reporting results;

ICLEIFCy! FEDER,A.TION

OF C,ANADIAiiIMUNICIPAL;TIF5

plinrRartontCAFI,ADI€NN!E trESmurutctpnllres L

LocalGovernments

for Sustainability

WHEREAS pCp members commit to carry out the five-milestone framework within 10 years of joining

the program and to report on progress at least once every two years;

WHEREAS pCp members accept they can be suspended from the program - subject to prior notice in

*iiting by the pcp secretariat - in thb event of non-submission of progress reports within the

established deadlines;

BE lT RESOLVED that the municipality of endorse the

Government of Canada's commitment to th-e Paris Agreement to limit globaltemperature increase to

below two degrees Celsius and to pursue efforls to limit the global temperature increase to 1.5 degrees

Celsius; and

BE lT RESOLVED that the municipality of review the

guidelines on pcp m;;ber benefits a;d risponsibilitie.s anq then communicate to FCM its participation

intr'"pcpprogrammvingthemilestonessetoutinthePCPfive-milestoneframework;

BE lT FURTHER RESOLVED that the municipality offollowing:

a) Corporate staff Person (Name)

(Contact number)

(Emailaddress)

b) Elected official (Name)

(Contact number)

(Emailaddress)

to oversee implementation of the pcP milestones and be the points of contact for the PCP program

within the municiPalitY.

Date

ICLEI

the

FCM FEDERATIONOF C,ANADIANMUNICIPALITIES

rrn€RaloruCANADIENNF* DF5r*uNtctpnLtr€s L

LocalGovernnrents

for Sustainability

l_

SCIENTIFIC BACKGROUND

The lnternational panelon Climate Change (IPCC) says in its 2014 Frffh Assessment Reportthat

warming of the Earlh's climate system is unequivocal and that "the IPCC is now 95 per cent certain that

humans are the main cause of current global warming."

The lpCC concludes this warming is caused primarily by increased atmospheric concentrations of

carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide released from burning coal, oil and natural gas and from

cutting trees and clearing land for agriculture and development'

The lpCC has a high degree of confidence that the following climate-related impacts are occurring or

will occur over the next century in North America:. More frequent hot and iewer cold temperature extremes, resulting in longer and more frequent

heat waves.. More frequent and intense extreme precipitation evenls'. Thawing of permafrost, causing greater emissions of greenhouse gases and leading to

disrupti6ns io infrastructure and the traditionalways of life in nodhern communities.

. Melting of glaciers and polar ice, causing sea level rise in over 70 per cent of coastal

communities.. lncreased risk of extinction for a large fraction of terrestrial, freshwater and marine species,

undermining food security in many regions.. ln urban areas, increase riskr for people, assets, economies and ecosystems including risks

from heat stress, storms and extreme precipitation, flooding, landslides, air pollution, drought,

water scarcity, sea level rise and storm surges.. ln rural areas, impacts on water availability and supply, food security, infrastructure, and

agricultural incomes, including shifts in food production areas.

Under business-as-usual scenarios, the IPCC has high confidence that global surface temperature is

likely to exceed two degrees celsius by the end of the 21st century.

The lpCC observes that warming resulting from human influences could lead to abrupi or irreversible

impacts, depending on the rate Jnd magnltude of climate change, and that the more human activities

disrupt the climate, the greater the risks.

Under a stringent emission reduction scenario, the IPCC concludes that surface warming could be kept

under two delrees Celsius, which would reduce the risks and impacts of climate change.

ICLEIFCH FEDERATION

OF CANADIANMUNICIPALJTIES

FEDERATIONCANADIENNE DE5t".tu N lclpAL.l'rEs L

LocalGovernments

for SustainabilitY

THE CORPORATI ON OF THE C ITY OF VERNO N

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

FILE: 0530-01TO Mayor and Members of Council

PG:

FROM: Will Pearce, CAO

SUBJECT: TOWN HALL MEETING

DATE: May 3, 2019

Council, at its meetings of April 23, 2019, adopted the following Resolution:

THAT Council directs Administration to arrange a Town Hatl meeting to provide

Vernon residents and Business owners the ability to direct concerns or issues

relating to crime, vagrancy and open drug use, whereby there is a negative

impact on the downtown core and surrounding neighborhoods, through an open

mic dialogue;

AND FURTHER, that the Town Hall meeting will provide Councilwith a better

understanding of the concerns, in the downtown, so that Council can provide

targeted solutions to help mitigate such issues'

Administration is requesting that Council provide direction on the following so that

Administration may arrange the town hall meeting:

1, S_qbje-ct

2. VenueMatter 7, lnfgpation

B. Recordinqpre_s,e_ntations

3. Moderated/Facilitated 9. Follow-qp_-

4. Hou rs for Meetinq 10. Advertisinq

5. Allocation of 'time'to s ak '1'1. other6. Role of Members of Council

Upon Council's direction as to the format of the Meeting, Administration will set a

special Committee of the Whole Meeting of Council'

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council directs Administration to format the Town Hall meeting to provide Vernon

residents and Business owners the abitity to direct concerns or issues relating to crime,

vagrancy and open drug use, whereby there is a negative impact on the downtown core

ar-d turounding neighbourhoods', a follows: (all to be cited by Council)

L43

TOWN HALL MEETING

1. Sub Matter2. Venue3. Moderated/Facilitated4.

6.

Hours for Meeting5. Allocation of 'time'to

Role of Members of Counci

8. Record9. Follow-l0.Advertis11. Other

Respectfully submitted,

Page 2 of 2

i

7. lnformation P resentations

L44

TO:

PC:

FROM:

SUBJEGT:

THE CORP RATION OF THE CIry F VERNON

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

Will Pearce, CAO

Kim Flick, Director, Community lnfrastructure andDevelopment

Ellen Croy, Transportation Planner

Request for No Parking Signs on Silver Star Road

FILE:

DATE:

8300-05

May 1 ,2019

At its Regular Meeting of March 23,2019, Council requested that Administration provide

a report on a plan to install "No Parking" signs on the north side of Silver Star Road,

opposite from the Silver Star Gateway Development (Figure 1). Council's request was

maOe in response to residents' concerns brought forward at the Public Hearing on

March 23,2019 for the Silver Star Gateway Rezoning (2ON00322) and Development

Variance Permit (DVP00447) applications.

Figure 1: Silver Star Road "No Parking" Area

As per Traffic Bylaw #5600, Section 4.1 (r), parking is currently not legal on the majority

of the north segment of Silver Star Road:

"Except as directed by a police officer, Bylaw Officer, or the Fire Chief, oras permitted by a Traffic Control Device, a person must not Stop or Park a

Vehicle... on a Shoutder without leaving a minimum of 1.5 metres ofspace between the parked Vehicte and the solid white line, or if no solid

white line, leaving 1.5 metres of space between the parked Vehicle and

the Roadway."

provision a.1 g) was provided in the revised Traffic Bylaw #5600 to ensure sufficient

space (1.5 m)'is available for active transportation users on shoulders. Where there is

no sidewalk or bike lane, the shoulder is the only available walking/cycling

infrastructure, and parked vehicles can cause active transportation users to enter travel

lanes to pass the parked vehicles. Based on measurements on-site, there is not enough

u36oos:

Silver Star Rd

Legend:Area to be signed as "No Parking"

El silverstarcateway Development

L45

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space for a vehicle to legally park on the majority of this segment of Silver Star Road

*nif" leaving a minimurn-1.5 m wide space. While parking is already not.permitted on

this segmerit of Silver Star Road, Administration is in the process of installing "No

parking-" signs as per Council direction to further communicate the restrictions to

motorists.

Sitver Star Road is identified as a Development Cost Charge (DCC) project (TR1).

Upgrade works on Silver Star Road were endorsed by Council at its Regular Meeting of

ociober g, zo1g to be included in the 2022 project list within the 2018 Rolling 4 Year

C"pit"f plan. While detailed design has not been completed, it is anticipated that any

on-street parking on Silver Star Road would be fully removed through road design (e'9.

p"u"r"ni markings, curb and gutter, ditching, etc)._ Additional "No Parking" signage

would be installed-if needed through the future Silver Star Road upgrades'

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council receive the memorandum titled "Request for No Parking Signs on Silver

Star Road" dated May 1 ,2019 from the Transportation Planner, that identifies "No

iarking,' signs are being installed on the segment of Silver Star Road fronting the Silver

Star Gateway DeveloPment.

Respectfully submitted bY:

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THE CORPO TION OF THE CI OF VE NON

TO

PG

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

Will Pearce, Chief Administrative Officer FILE: 1880-03

Debra Law, Director, Financial ServicesAaron Stuart, Manager, Financial Planning &

Reporting

Terry Maftens, Financial AnalYst

DATE: May 3, 2019

FROM

SUBJECT: 2018 Statement of Financial lnformation

ln accordance with the requirements of the Financial lnformation Acf, the City must annually

submit to the province "

St"t"r"nt of Financial lnformation (SOFI) upon approval by Council

il;ril t";ri, th" SOF; was included in the City's Annual Report. Although the SoFl will

continue to be included in the Annual Report, separate approval is being sought'

The SOFI must include the following elements:o Audited Financial Statements & Disclosure Notes

o Schedule of Debtse Statement of Guarantee & lndemnity Agreements. Schedule of Council Remuneration & Expenses

. Schedule of Employee Remuneration & Expenses

. Statement of Severance Agreements

. Schedule of Vendor PaYmentsr Schedule of Grant PaYments

The first two elements on the list will have been presented to Council for approval on May 13

orring it.'" corrittee of the Whole meeting and are not reproduced with this memo' The

remaining elements are attached to this memo'

The Schedule of council Remuneration & Expenses (Attachment 1) includes total remuneration

prio in zoig to each member of council along with their expenses net of GST. Also shown are

related party transactions for 20i8. These re-present payments to vendors in which an elected

official has a controlling interest.

The Schedule of Employee Remuneration & Expenses (Attachment 2) separately discloses -

2018 gross earnings'foieactr employee earning $75,000 or more along with expenses net of

GST. Data for all other employees are shown as an aggregate total at the bottom of the

schedule.

The Schedule of Vendor payments (Attachment 3) separately discloses parties receiving

p"Vr*t trom the itiy iot.rfing $25,000 or more including GST. (lt should be noted that the

201T amounts are onty tnose-amounts that were reported in the 2017 SOFI. Vendors showing

2017 amounts as =ird i^y have received payments from the City in 2017 but were below the

$25,000 reporting ttrresfrotO.; Data for all other vendor payments are shown as an aggregate

total at the bottom of the schedule. some vendor payments do not represent operating

"*p"nr", of the City and are not recorded as such on the City's Financial statements.

Examples include: refunos of cash security; remittances of employee source deductions; r47

payments of tax requisitions for other taxation agencies; tax sale deposit refunds; and debt

principal payments. The inclusion of amounts o-n the schedule is based on the year of payment

and not on the year of accrual. This means that some items may have b-een recorded or

accrued to the 201g fiscal year but were not physically paid until 2019. such amounts will be

included in the 2019 SOFI.

For the Statement of Grant payments (Attachment 5), it was discovered that the 2017 SoFl did

not include an all-inclusive list bf payments. This has been corrected in the 2018 report with re-

stated 2017 values.

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council approve the 2018 Statement of Financial lnformation as provided in the

Memorandum daied May 3, 2019 from the FinancialAnalyst.

RespectfullY submitted

Attachments:1 Council Remuneration & ExPenses2 Emptoyee Remuneration & Fxpenses3 Vendor PaYments4 Statement'of Severance Agreemenfs & Sfafement of Guarantees

5 Grant PaYments to Organizations

r.4B

COUNCIL REMUNERATION & EXPENSES 2018

(Attochment 7)2018

REMUNERATION

EXPENSES

(NET OF GSr) TOTALNAME OFFICE

'Councillor

Mayor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Mayor/Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Total

24,979 $

10,558

22,966

3,905

3,906

20,7L3

67,t80

24,079

24,975

t2,084

4,109 s3,136

3,569

393

2,936

625

5,503

208

119

Anderson, Scott

Cumming, Victor

Cunningham, Juliette

Fehr, Kelly

Gares, Kari

Lord, Catherine

Mund, Akbal

Nahal, Dalvir

Quiring, Brian F *

Spiers, Robert

RELATED PARTY AMOUNTS:* MQN Architects

529,088

t3,694

26,535

4,299

6,843

2r,338

72,683

24,287

25,094

L2,084

$ 215,347 s 20,599 s 235,945

s 755,792 Vernon Multi-Use facility expansion

1,050 Recreation Centre tenant space design

L56,782$

L49

EMPLOYEE REMUNERATION & EXPENSES 2018

(Attachment 2)GROSS

DlvtstoN EARNINGS

EXPENSES

(NET OF GST)EMPTOYEE NAME

Abbott, susan

Adkins, lan J

Bandy, Brett

Banning, Neil D

Barker, Cindy

Beauregard, J C Michel

Bedard, Richard R

Blakely, Susan E

Borisenko, Regan J

Bouchard, Martin R

Box, Harold John

Bradley, Jodie D

Bridal, Patricia

Bridge, Sheila K

Briggs, Geordie A T

Broadbent, Angela M

Broderick, Craig A

Cecchini, Darren

Chew, Angeline S

Chirkoff, Paul

Clarke, Colin A

Clary, Joanie

Cleverley, Curtis

Cooper, Lorne F

Cover, Dave

Crawford, BradleY J

Croy, Ellen S

Cucheran, Robert M

Deleff, Suzanne R

Dobbins, Craig

Donker, Barend

Doorman, John W

Dowhaniuk, Mark

Enns, Lyle

Flick, Kimberly S

Foster, Anne Marie

Fredin, Clayton C W

Fugel, Tom G

Fuhr, Daniel R

Gaucher, GeoffreY W

Gaythorpe, Glen

Gilroy, Chad

Goolia, Nigel H

Hawthorne, Mark

Hemstad, Scott P

Holman, Kevin J

lkesaka, Wayne

lmrich, Douglas R

lrwin, Sean A

Community lnfrastructure & Development

Operation Services

Corporate Services

Operation Services

Financial Services

Operation Services


Corporate Services

Corporate Services

Operation Services


Fire Rescue Services

Corporate Services


Operation Services





Operation Services


Human Resources Services

Operation Services

Operation Services

Operation Services





Operation Services

Corporate Services



Operation Services


Corporate Services


Operation Services

Operation Services

Corporate Services

Operation Services


Operation Services

Operation Services


Operation Services

Corporate Services


Operation Services

s 87,811 s93,6s3

105,083

80,373

99,051

93,614

81,523

93,s05

78,L42

88,361

75,06s

L16,526

154,808

80,832

76,66L

76,616

103,589

L48,737

92,618

85,540

rsL,36288,020

85,52476,299

106,455

127,290

89,486136,343

78,820

83,384

88,2L4r09,325113,668

84,857

r52,167

I08,97797,546

75,724

77,252

88,409

84,248

rtg,05476,807

87,007

125,L76

79,559

t2t,Q47\39,5471L3,002

3,188

87

3,293

661

2,676

95

4,806'1,,6L7

6,380

418

857

r,84L6,601

r,48425,762

TOTAT

87,grL93,934

105,523

80,373

r02,239

93,70L

84,817

94,16680,819

88,456

79,87L

718,743

161,189

81,25t77,5r878,457

110,189

150,22r1L8,380

85,540

153,738

93,706

86,879

80,861

109,665

128,67493,474

137,592

78,875

83,840

89,629

109,878

rr5,82585,019

157,996

109,468

100,313

76,t6777,377

88,924

86,000

r20,69378,116

89,101

r30,49781,r42

L24,052

740,38rr14,763

s28r440

2,376

5,686

L,356

4,5623,2L01,385

3,988

1,250

55

456

r,4L5554

2,L57

162

5,829

49r2,767

437

L24

51s

r,75rt,639L,309

2,094

5,315

1,583

3,006

834

r,760

150


(Attochment 2)GROSS

DtvlsloN EARNINGS

EXPENSES

(NET OF GST)EMPLOYEE NAME

Jacobson, KathrYn Y

Keast, Mathew G

Keenan, Trevor J

Klymchyk, Michael D

Knuhtsen, Shawn

Koenig, Shirley A

Kozin, Serge

Kruysifix, Derek

Kryszak, Kendra S

Kulak, Chris

Law, Debra L

Lefebvre, Gary P

Lind, David W

Low, Richard B

Manjak, Raeleen M

Mann, Reinhard

Markel, Marvin A

Martens, Terence C

Mcgiverin, Ryan E

Mcluckie, Paula M

Mihalicz, D WaYne

Mitchell, StanleY E

Moore, Janet L

Morrison, Nicholas P

Nadeau, Daniel D

Niu, Jing Wen

Nuriel, Roy

Olson, Greg W

Olson, Matthew B

Ovens, Chris C

Parker, Ryan

Parsons, Brian G

Patterson, Sarah M

Pearce, William C

Pearson, Joel M

Poole, Kevin W

Powell, Ryan

Pshyk, Scott J

Reich, Allyson

Reichlin, Guido

Rice, James D

Robinson, Chris

Roesler, Darren

Ross, Doug

Satchell, Kris D

Sengotta, RaY G

Sheel, ChristoPher M

Sibilleau, Dale R

Corporate Services





Operation Services

Operation Services




Financial Services

Recreation Services


Operation Services



Operation Services

Financial Services



Recreation Services

Recreation Services

Corporate Services

Operation Services




Operation Services


Operation Services

Operation Services



City AdministrationFire Rescue Services


Operation Services




Operation Services


Operation Services

Recreation Services

Corporate Services

Operation Services

Financial Services


85,794

77,984

r23,63981,082

t02,679152,Q9L

94,713

TI8,4T694,2L4

!32,023126,235

84,740

141,48477,924

t9t,942r00,423114,050

90,300

110,805

106,912

85,172

88,753

97,143

77,577

L21,32L

75,087

87,332

89,077

r24,80288,920

89,734

t33,24978,798

2r3,093L24,862

!r5,36477,893

t!0,475tr8,39t130,460

r28,652133,445

87,544

148,010

88,664

79,560

101,816

L23,465

5,001

r,207

345

t,9242,672

419

802

4,673

5,159

4,061

1,309

r0,673843

7,447

647

3,982

6,23L859

5,007

1,556

106

4L2

7,36rr,68rL,627

1,753

554

3,386

2,315

1,406

3,L46

6,769

r,69L4,730

2,273

790

2,017

1,800

404

474

214

2,338

2,351

TOTAL

85,794

82,986

r24,847

87,427

104,603

r54,76395,132

rtg,2L898,887

r37,L82130,295

86,049

r52,r5778,767

L59,390

101,070

118,031

96,531

LIr,663rtt,9t9

86,727

88,859

97,555

78,939

r23,O02

76,714

89,084

89,077

125,356

92,307

92,049

r34,6558r,944

219,862

126,553

120,094

80,166

tlt,265r20,407

r32,260L29,056

133,9L8

87,758

150,348

91,015

79,560

L06,724

124,4924,908

1,027

151


(Attachment 2)GROSS

EARNINGS

EXPENSES

(NET OF GST) TOTALEMPTOYEE NAME

Sissons, Douglas J

Stoll, Michael

Stowards, Blaine R

Stranks, Ed J

Strobel, Richard D

Stuart, Aaron C

Taylor, Dennis

Thomas, Jamie

Thompson, Greg

Toopitsin, HenrY

Tucker, Cole

Van Dyke, William

Wakefield, Dean

Walker, Dan

Watson, Amanda

Wright, ShaYne J

Wycott, Curtis C

Zubick, Rachael.L

DtvlSloN

Operation Services


Operation Services


Operation Services

Financial Services

Operation Services

Operation Services


Operation Services

Operation Services

Operation Services




Recreation Services

Operation Services

Corporate Services

EmPloYees Earning at least 575,000

76.gL3 - 76,913

s 11"839,?69 s 256,669 s t2,o96'437

82,826

L23,8r879,976

LL7,O94

102,729

97,t2591,730

L03,374

82,02687,974

84,936

86,28tL28,543

L48,270

tQ7,493

93,395

82,475

r,026165

116

427

3,581

471

t243,8r2

7,839

3,2L4885

t,766

82,826

L24,845

80,141

1I7,21r103,156

100,805

92,20r103,498

85,838

87,974

85,181

86,28tL28,543

156,109

1r0,707

94,28Q

84,24r

All Other EmPloYees L2,299,239 t62,657

Grand Total S 24,139,008 5 4L9,325 s

L52

PAYMENTS TO VENDORS 201.8

(Attachment 3)2018 20L7* PURPOSE

VENDOR NAME

0s72355 BC Ltd DbaSPeddPro Signs

0942304 BC Ltd

1&2ElectricLtd1018545 BC Ltd

1030715 BC Ltd Dba Hancon Constructors

5 Point Operations Inc

6fO77IBC LTD dba Aquanot 03

5-4 Building Maintenance Ltd

A & D Asphalt Solutions Ltd

A&GSupplyLtdAcklands Grainger

Advantage Asset Tracking lnc

Aecom Canada Ltd

AJH Developments

Aldebaran EnterPrises

Allied Universal Security Services of Canada Co

Allpro Tree & Landscape Services lnc

Alpine Building Maintenance lnc

Anderson Subdivision Holdings Ltd

Andrew Sheret Ltd

Armstrong Machine ShoP Ltd

Associated Environmental Consultants lnc

Associated Fire & Safety

ATS Electric & Technical Service LTD

Avalon Event Rentals lnc

Avanti lnvestments Ltd

AZD1OO Enterprises LTD Longhorn Pub & Liquor

Bannister Chev-Olds lnc

Barricade Environmental lnc

Bc Assessment Authority - Taxation

BC Hydro & Power Authority

BC Ltd 580245 Dba Valleyview Contracting

BC Transit

Biomaxx Wastewater Solutions lnc

Black Press GrouP Ltd

Baenntag Canada lnc

Busy Bee Pest Control

Cabin Forestry Services Ltd

cale Systems lnc

Canada Post CorPoration

Canada Safety EquiPment Ltd

Canadian National Railway Co

Canadian Professional Management Services lnc

Capri lnsurance

Carlisle DeveloPments lnc

Caro Analytical Services

Carter Dodge Chrysler Ltd

Catherine Gardens Life Lease Ltd Partnership

CDW Canada lnc

Centralsquare-Tempest Development Group

Centralsquare-Vadim Computer Management Group

CGL Contracting Ltd

Chances Bulk Unloading

Charter Telecom lnc

CIMA Canada lnc

City of Kelowna

Civiclnfo BC

s 49,047_ s

159,953

85,641

81,153

29,970

437,745

175,581

102,818

150,356

102,810

31,418

74,235

58,02L

159,89s

32,048

333,884

78,637

79,568

25,351

70,099

32,r0987,703

75,555

46,839

68,70s

26,r82

424,824

73,640

30,342

64,043

105,419

165,342_

41,009

68,230

Purchase signs and decals

Refund Cash Security 2ON00244

Contractor for electrical various buildings


Vernon Airport Terminal Renovation

Snow clearing & deicing/sanding various Civic Buildings

Plantinum Series Generator for emergency procurement

Contractor for ianitorial services for downtown washroom

facilities

Contractor for Paving

Contractor for commercial cleaning products

Purchase of lnventory and operational supplies

GPS units for fleet and monitoring for the year

Consultant for High Water Strength study

Refund Cash Security SU800535, SU800599

Refund Cash Security-SU800571

Security Patrol at various civic properties

Contractor for tree maintenance

Contrctor of janitorial services Civic buildings

Refund Cash Securities SU800671, 5U800569, SU80066,

su800647

Purchase supplies for building maintenance

12" Gravel Box & Hydraulic Cylinder

Environmental services and proiects

Firefi ghter turnout gear

Contractor for electrical and lighting for recreation centres

Rental of emergency tents and signage

Refund Demolition Agreement , property tax payment for

park right awaY

Refund Cash Security 8P005120

Purchase 2 2019 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab

Services at the Airport

Transfer BC assessment taxes collected

Electric utility, pole relocates and contributions in aid

Lawn mowing

Contractor for transit services

Purchase supplies for sanitary sewer operation

Local newspaper advertising

Purchase chlorine Products

Contractor for weed control

Design for Becker Park

33,981 Purchase solar powered parking meters and monthly fees

Postage

Purchase safety equiPment

Rail crossing maintenance

Management consulting fees

City facility and fleet insurance

Refund Cash Security SU800594, MP003744

Contractor for analytical testing

Purchase 2017 dodge Caravan

Refund Cash SecuritY 8P005074

City network and hardware upgrades

Maintenance Renewal & Cash Consult

Maintenance Renewal

I,g55,483 Contractor for'3oth Street upgrade & 32 Ave Rehabilitation

34,409 Purchase road de-icing salt

105,239 Cisco SYstem Upgrade

45,024 Design & Construction of35 ST Rd Utility

Cost sharing regional bio-solids facility and wastewater

contributions

474,a99

2,6s0,38t50,811

2,4r2,689

53,655

r53,722

84,989

4L,O8T

53,209

48,319

26,50;469,056

2,367,297

58,511

2,585,998

87,702

105,091

62,4L6

38,929

53,351

t20,933

113,518

103,150

53,565

ro2,L68

25,436

30,219

72,0r450,045

33,811

L87,7L4

47r,094-

49,49r27,L76-

95,524

630,4L2

72,506

85,733

153,730

398,310

464,613

2s,826

580,77L

35,094

64,O70

6s,804

92,574

62,8st

1,358,833

45,654

28,590

38,991 Memberships and Job Postings

r_s3

PAYMENTS TO VENDORS 201.8

(Attochment 3)2018 20t7* PURPOSE

VENDOR NAME

Clearview Demolition Ltd

Coldstream Construction

Commercial Aquatic SuPPlies

Commercial Truck EquiPment CO

Complete Climate control lnc

Corix Utilities lnc

Corix Water Products Limited Partnership

Corporate ExPress

CP REIT BC Properties Ltd

CSL MasonrY

CTV a division of Bell Media

D Webb contracting Ltd

Dakota Reclamators Ltd

Darin's Plumbing Ltd

Davidson Lawyers Llp / Davidson Pringle Llp

Deloitte LLP

Destination Think Professional Services lnc

Devon Transport Ltd

Direct Energy Marketing

District of Coldstream

Downtown Vernon Association (DVA)

Dreamland Holdings Ltd

Durning Directions & Services Ltd

Dynamic Asphalt Services lnc

E Lees & Associates Consulting Ltd

E/E Electrical EnterPrise Ltd

EB Horsman & Son Ltd

Econolite Canada lnc

EMA Consulting Ltd

EMCO Corporation

EMPS Electric Motor & Pump Service Ltd

Esporta Wash Systems lnc

ESRI Canada Limited

Evergreen Building Maintenance lnc

Executive Flight Centre Fuel Services Ltd

Falcon Equipment Ltd

Fireworks Consulting lnc

Fletcher Paine Associates Engineering Ltd

Flynn Canada Ltd

Foothills DeveloPments Ltd

Forma Construction Ltd

Fortis BC

FP TELESET

Franz, Maria Anna

Frontline Traffic Control Services lnc

Gatewood Homes Ltd

Gilbert Parts DePot

Gilmore. Terry

Golder Associates Ltd

Great West EquiPment

Grizzly Curb & Concrete Ltd

Grounds Guys Landscape Management

Guillevin lnternational Co

Habitat Systems lnc

Hach Sales & Service Canada Ltd

Handy Guys Home Renovation

Highstreet Creekview Heights Apartments Ltd

Home Building Center-Vernon

Home Depot

Home Depot Holdings INC

Houle Electric Limited

Howard lndustries (2010) Ltd

101.,221

39,859

186,209

68,544

37,078

417,66L

25,753

75,838

55,97t

96,788

201,839

80,140

43,439

328,077-

173,705_

4L,425

r33,57r105,465

38,258

30,825

80,945

57,275

t77,r\rL70,339

220,706

s9,588

LL3,258

17L,634

339,8L2

109,890

57,702

352,450-

9r,995

66,84;_

7r,20;47t,389

75,268

53,985

48,188

37,070_

31,938

L47,676

565,142 Demolition New Delhi, Open Door & VIP Warehouse

- Renovation new ESS Building

28,294 Recreation centre parts and supplies

41,668 MCV Spreader and supplies for fleet

48,414 Arena comPressor servicing

54,390 Water meter reads

156,535 Purchase supplies and materials for water system

43,803 Purchase office suPPlies

,ro ooo ProP"rW tax supplementary adjustment refund and lnterest-'""'- Iot2O75-20L7

25,442 Lakers Clubhouse Stucco

122,178 Tourism campaign

393,214 Contractor for curling Rink Parking Lot

- Demolition of the Civic Arena

86,986

34,548

80,919

34,837

506,381

80,246

L94,494

180,479

60,52L

Plumbing Services

Legal fees and land Purchase

Supply Check Point Firewall Hardware, Software and

Training

Tourism marketing

Truck Rentals for Bylaws, Parks a& Public Works

Natural gas utility

Monthly transit service

Transfer business improvement area taxes and other

Tax Sale RedemPtion 01748'000

Contractor for tourism office operation

Crack Sealing Spray Patching services

Development of Cemetery Master Plan

contractor for Electrical services

Purchase inventoried parts and supplies

Purchase supplies fbr traffic control and street li8hts

Contractor for Curling Rink Parking Lot

Purchase supplies for various water related products

Contractor for pump supply and service

Purchase Washer/Extractor for Firehall

Contractor for software maintenance

Contractor for tree maintenance

Purchase jet and aviation fuel for resale at airport

Purchase snow plow and other equipment for fleet

Emergency lncident Management Training

Engineering services - various proiects

Contractor for roofing services RcMP building

Refund cash securitY

Contractor for Arena Dashboards

Natural gas utility

Postage Payment for Postage Machine

Tax Sale RedemPtion 02534.025

Traffic control at various projects


Purchase suPPlies for CitY fleet

Repairs to Burn Building Fire Training Center

Sediment Removal from BX Creek

Purchase Heavy EquiPment Parts

Contractor for curb, gutter and sidewalk projects

contractor for cemetery and parks maintenance


Purchase playground equiPment

Purchase supplies for water reclamation plant

Various repair and renovation proiects


Purchase SuPPlies

Purchase supplies

Property tax supplementary adjustment refund plus interest

fot Z0!5-20L7

130,581

92,352

53,231

99,293

43,940

60,318

487,78r

118,585

456,345

30,000

202,084

72,751

86,78L

30,303

38,05s

40,754

1.42,853

500,911

593,002

28,438

66,788

?7,t45225,324

35,572

38,94L

3472L

84,267 Contractor for Recreation Center

36,985 Contractor for meals to RCMP detachment38,755

t54

PAYMENTS TO VENDORS 20I.8

(Attachment 3)2018 2017*VENDOR NAME

Husky Oil Marketing ComPanY

lnnovS Digital Solutions lnc

lnsurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC)

lnterior lnstrument Engineering Services ltd

lnter-Mtn EnterPrises lnc

IRL lnternational Truck Center Ltd

lronman Directional Drilling Ltd

lrvine, Sharon

Jack, John

Jacobson Ford Sales

JSF Foster Corporation

Justice lnstitute of BC

KEs Resource Enterprise Ltd

Kal Tire Ltd

Kalamalka Security & lnvestigations lnc

Kelpin, Charles

Kendrick Equipment Ltd

Kerr Wood Leidal Associates Ltd

Ki Communications

Knight's Vacuum Services Ltd

Kon Kast Products (2005) Ltd

KPMG LLP T4348

KTI Limited

LB Chapman Construction Ltd

Lafrentz Road Marking-Div of Cdn Road Builders

Laing Roofing Ltd

Lake City Law CorPoration

Landmark Solutions Ltd

LB Chapman Construction Ltd

Leko Pre Cast Ltd

Lever Mechanical Ltd

Lidstone & ComPanY

Line West Ltd

Links Lawn & Yard Services

London Drugs

Manulife Financial

Maxim Constructors lnc

McColman & Sons Demolition Ltd

Mearl's Machine Works Ltd

Medical Services Plan of BC

Metro Motors Ltd

Michelin North America (Canada) lnc

Microsserve

Minister of Finance

Mitchell Press

Modern Energy Management Ltd

Monaghan Engineering & Consulting Ltd

Mountain Rock Stabilation lnc

Mountain ToP Power Services lnc

MQN Architects

Municipal lnsurance Assoc of BC

Municipal Pension Plan

Murdy & Mcallister Barristers & Solicitors

N &T Properties Ltd

N O Columbia-shuswap Regional Hospital

Napp Enterprises Ltd

Nielsen Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd

Nor-Val Rentals Ltd

Oakcreek Golf & Turf LP

PURPOSE

Purchase suPPlies for CitY fleet

Monthly Copy Usage for Civic Buildings

City fleet insurance

Tern LiftStation Electrical Kiosk

Supply Park Signs

Purchase supplies for traffic signals

Contractor for Okanagan Ave Drainage

Refund DCC and Works Contribution SU800580

Land Lease Vernon Regional Airport

Purchase 2019 Ford F-250 XL

Purchase Solar Crosswalk Kla Lake Rd, Curling Rink

Post-Secondary Educational lnstitution Safety

Purchase Railroad Crossing Material

Purchase tires for CitY fleet

Security Patrol at various civic properties

Tax sale redemPtion

Purchase 2017 Vac/Flush truck

Engineering services - various projects

Professional media relations services

Bio solids disposal

Purchase HWY Barries various locations

Financial statement audit

Purchase Meters

Contractor Kalamalka Lake Rd lmprovements

Contractor for Line Painting Services

Contractor for Roofing Servlces

Refund Cash Security DP000520, Return of Works

Contribution Agreement

Contractor Okanagan Ave Drainage

Contractor Kal Lake rd lmprovements


contractor for Boilers & lndustrial Gas Service

Legal fees

Line painting

Contractor for landscaping and snow removal at various

locations

lnformation services suPPlies

Employee benefits includes employee paid long term

disability

Contractor for CPO uPgrade

Contractor demolition of The Flower Shop

Purchase equipment and service for VWRC

Employee benefits

Vehicle purchases

Purchase tires for CitY fleet

Purchase hardware and service Veeam Essentials

Transfer of school taxes collected

Purchase 2017 Visitor guides

Contractor for Arenas Compressor Service

Engineering services - various projects

Contractor Rock stabilation lakeshore Rd

Contactor for Lift & Pump Stations service and testing

Legal fees

Refund cash securiw& Rental Hhousing Grant

Transfer regional hospital taxes collected

contractor for demolition & Hazard Abatement Services for

CPO Building

contractor roofing for Firhall 1 & 2

Machine and tool rental

Purchase Large Area RotarY Mower

28,408

26,222

50,918

38,792

381,394

28,664

25,8s6

4r,44583,028

41,800

79,606

49,728

2s,058

78,457

L76,9L3

303,188

39,r47

58,760

82,446-

54,319

288,ts479,300

27,759

47,46;63,L26

203,552

397,423

9r,792

38,198

82,957

s3,849

25,804

47,734_

274,703

r,732,578

26,543-

I4L,L57

180,481

176,r95

76,040

1,345,578

127,370

108,857

25,207

4L7,780

\4t,70828,022

51,091

11,030,410

28,882-

52L,599

1L4,306

50,873

t33,226L,685,464

270,073

145,168

82,999

30,523

49,670

38,529

4r9,635

65,278

76,436

1,486,360

r97,95835,196

26,370

9,339,094

99,354

570,342

25,704

756,782

375,355

4,L03,993

r50,737

2,678,L88

40,375

3t,77!

r53,542

t22,6L7

32I,5842,644,933

254,524

64,675

315,719 Consulting and architectural fees for recreation facilities

87,353 Liability insurance - premiums and deductibles

4,osz,rl3s :;iltlilffitt'"ver and emplovee portions of pension

155

PAYMENTS TO VENDORS 2018

(Attachment 3)2018 2Ot7* PURPOSE

VENDOR NAME

Okanagan Aggregates Ltd

Okanagan Regional LibrarY

okanagan Traffic Control Professionals lnc

O'Keefe Ranch & Historical Society

Omega communications Ltd

Outland Design Landscape Architecture

Oxbow Activated Carbon LLC

Pacific Newspaper GrouP lnc

Parkwood Retirement Resort Ltd

Perfectmind lnc

Petrovalue Products Canada lnc

Petrusich, Joseph Richard

Postill Nixon Earthworks

Predator Ridge Golf club Ltd

Predator Ridge Limited Partnership

Project Management Center of Excellence Consulting

Prospera Credit Union

Pure Technologies Ltd

Pyramid Excavation CorPoration

Quantum GraPhics & Consulting lnc

R E Postill & Sons Ltd

R L Walker Contracting Ltd

R355 EnterPrises Ltd

RC Stategies lnc

Receiver General for Canada

Redpoint Media GrouP

Regional District of North Okanagan

Restorative Justice Society of North okanagan

Ricoh Canada lnc

Robert steffen DBA Robin Hood Security

Safety lSTTraffic Control lnc

Schell Motel (Vernon Ltd)

Schubert Center Society

Scout ProPerties(BClYukon)

Seal Tec lndustries Ltd

Seekers Media

Sel Surveys/Douglas R Jacobi

sherine lndustries Ltd

Sierra LandscaPing Ltd

Silver Pine Estates

Siteone LandscaPe SUPPIY LLC

Social Planning Council for the North okanagan

Source Office Furniture & Systems Ltd

Special T Cleaning (2012) Ltd

Sproing Creative

Stantec Consulting Ltd

Stephanie Tambellini Design Studio lnc

Sun Life Financial

Suncor Energy Products Partnership

Sunset West Mechanical Ltd

Super Save DisPosal lnc

Superior CitY Services Ltd

Sysco Food Services of Kelowna Ltd

TD Waterhouse

Telus Communications lnc

Telus MobilitY Cellular lnc

Telus Services lnc

Terracom Systems Ltd

!,792,33182,513

128,557

146,579

28,787

68,040

27,489

227,320

250,858

524,105

57,r93

36,591

2,754,592

30,73r468,477

!46,8792,266,s27

103,546

L4,319,223

25,581,930

44,858

rr0,47936,947

47,456

28,87s

23r,29440,898

t78,73528,616

53,984

56,607

33,s89

128,Lgr

48,909

30,000

502,110

66,5s8

48,980

34,326

309,977

91,150

78,4a2

217,32L

101,359

29,539-

43,8t7

407,507

75,3r125,397_

42,406

723,536

t27,32397,238

83,225

152,523 Purchaseaggregate

L,78f,f32 Transfer regional library taxes collected

51,554 contractor for traffic control services

179,165 Grant in aid

28,295 Contractor for communication supplies and services

- Contractor Design and Construction for 4 Lake Access Sites

- Purchase Carbon for Order Scubbers VWRC

- Tourism campaign

- DCC Refund 8P005525

69,715 Purchase new managementsoftware

273,341 Purchase aviation fuel

325,952 Tax sale redemPtion

z78,IO7 Co^tractor for heavy duty equipment services

33,924 SupplementalCyclepayments

Snow removal, street sweeping, and refund DCC41.560' overpayments

30,560 Project management training courses

61,085 RRSP contributions on behalf of employees

54,885 Purchase pipe for Mackay reservoir

- Contractor Ok Landing lmprovements

- Purchase Tourism Visito Guide and Summer Guide

329,555 Purchase aggregate, winter sand, and snow removal

111,015 Contractor for snow hauling

558,313 Contractor for various road improvement proiects

- Consulting Service Recreation Ceter Master Plan

rs,o57,O7O ;TJ""l"r:

t""t" deductions' municipal policins' and lease

45,528 Advertising and Promotion

zs.7JO,659 Debt payments, annual regional tax requisition, and transfer

ot water revenue

44,858 Contractor for restorative justice services

102,541 Purchase office equiPment

31,711 Provide security Polson Park

- Contractor for Traffic Control Services

155,501 Refund culvert deposit less expenses

26,227 Renlal of facility for various meetings and training

- Purchase of Scout Building 1901 47 Ave

207,487 Conlractor for crack sealing airport

- Tourism Media Campaign Spring 2018 & Winter 2019

144547 Surveying- Purchase various Signs

224,462 Contrcctor for landscaping projects and boulevards

109,321 Contractor Silver Star Rd storm sewer

25,945 Contractor for landscape services

- contractor for crime prevention and responsible gaming66,432 .....

in rfl aflve

- Purchase Office Furnishing

Contractor for Sanitary and Sewer inspections various

locations

Purchase web and tech support various locations

Consulting Service 30 St Reconstruction Design

Contractor for tourism promotion and advertising

RRSP contibutions on behalf of Employee

Purchase fuel for CitY fleet

contractor for HVAC at various locations

Contractor for garbage removal at City facilities

Contractor for 2016 Storm & Sanitary Utility Rehab

Kal Tire & Recreation Center concession food supplies

RRsP contributions on behalf of Employee

Telephone utility

Telephone utilitY

Telephone utilitY

contractor supply and install Avigilon Surveillance system

156

PAVMENTS TO VENDORS 201.8

(Attachment 3)2018 20L7* PURPOSE

VENDOR NAME

Tetra Tech Canada lnc (EBA Inc)

The Get Go lnc

The Web Advisors

Thompson Okanangan Tourism

Tribus Services

True Consulting (Kelowna) Ltd

Turn-Key Controls Ltd

Twisted Mops Cleaning ComPanY

Unifirst canada Ltd

Union of BC MuniciPalities (UBCM)

Urban Heights Holding Vernon Ltd

Urban Systems Ltd

Vernon & Area 2017 BC Games Society

Vernon & District Association for Community Living

Vernon Civic Employees Union - Local 626

Vernon Firefighters Association Local 151'7

Vernon Line Painting Ltd

Vernon Lock And Safe , Vernon

Vernon On Site Fencing Ltd

Vernon Paving Ltd

Vernon Pickleball Association

Vimar Equipment Ltd

Wl Construction Ltd

Waste Connections of Canada lnc

Waterhouse Environmental Services Corporation

Watkin Motors

Wayside Press Ltd

Wesclean Equipment & Cleaning Supplies

Western Road Distribution lnc

Western Water Associates Ltd

Westridge Quaries

WFR Wholesale Fire & Rescue Ltd

Wholesale Grafix Distribution & Signage

Williams Machinery ltd

Wilson,Gordon

Wise Wildlife Control Service

Wishbone lndustries Ltd

Wismer & Rawlings Electric Ltd

Wolseley Waterworks GrouP

Woodland Equipment Ltd

Worksafe BC

WSP Canada lnc

Young Anderson Barristers & Solicitors

Zeemac Vehicle Lease Ltd

Total for vendors Paid at Least $25,000 s

4!,924444,338

25,688

78,710

26,940

25,7s6

105,013

r33,524

702,8L2

2s7,759

76,r7829,602

26,776

255,154

500,503

243,8L0

40,427

8,244,776

r,a07,329

62,,944

53,902

49,033

44,325

59,840

74,925

62,t2025,863

147,873

58,788

4r,018

474,25rL44,435

58,r7978,43s

52,005

37,565

69,783

245,839

63,169

54,742-

142,460

1,L09,223

196,883

31,023

26,782

55,543

295,2s9

1,704,3L6

96,566

77,905

32,497-

46,252

26,418

1s0,958

52,446

40,rzt34,L62

r30,299

s0,862

474,8r3

426,296

38,612

Engineering services for pre-treatment facility and airport

runway

Video vehicle detection systems

Tourism website maintenance and updates

Tourism advertising

Water meter reads

Contractor for OK Landing Sewer and OK Ave drainage

Contractor for upgrade Scada Winncc @ VWRC

Contractor for Parks Washroom cleaning services

contractor for delivery and rental of coveralls and mats

5

- Annual dues and remittance of license decal fees

- Refund Cash securitY 8P006258

consultant for asset management, and various analysis and

studies

Financial Contribution for 2017 games

Contractor for landscaping at various areas

Remittance of emPloYee union dues

Remittance of firefighter union dues

Contractor for various line painting

Contractor for locks and security various buildings

Contract for snow removal and fencing

Contractor for Paving

Forwarding of third-party donations and loan for Pickleball

Court

305,957 Purchase of equipment parts and materials

4,8gg,732 Contractor for Multi-Use Facility expansion construction

39,362

Contractor residential garbage collection and recycling

Purchase supplies for water reclamation plant and Duteau

Creek plant

Purchase parts and materials for fleet

Purchase commercial Printing

Purchase equipment and cleaning supplies

Purchase calcium chloride for operations Yard

Vernon Creek baseline studY

Purchase stone for various areas

Purchase Fire department equipment

Supply and install signs

Purchase various equiPment

Tax sale redemtion

Contractor for wildlife control at airport

Purchase of benches and picnic tables for various parks

Supply and install relays for pump Mckay Reservoir

Purchase supplies for water reclamation plant

Emergency excavator rental

Remittance of employee WCB benefits

Engineering services and consulting - various projects

Legal fees

Purchase vehicles

,79L

Total for all Other Vendors

6rand Total Payments To Vendors

* 2017 omounts are only those amounts oppearing in the 2017 vendor payment Report. vendors showing 2077 dmounts os zero may have received

payments from the City in 2077 but were below the threshold of 525'000'

1.57

(Attochment 4)

STATEMENT OF SEVERANCE AGREEMENTS

ln accordance with the requirements of the Finonciol InformationAcf , below is a statement of severance Agreements and

equiva|entmonth.srangeofcompensationfortheyear2018forwhichseverancepaymentscommencedin20].8:

Number of Severance Agreements: 1

Range of Equivalent months pay:4 months

Approved bYDated:

Director, Financial Services

Approved bY CouncilDated

Mayor

STATEMENT OF GUARANTEES

lnaccordancewiththerequirements oflheFinonciol tnformationAct,belowisastatementofguaranteesineffectfor the year 2018:

The city of Vernon has issued an irrecovable letter of credit in favour of the Agriculture Land commission (ALC)

as a guarantee to fund works required by the ALC as a condition of a property being removed from the Agricultural

Land Reserve. The property is being developed by the city' The amount of the guarantee is s715'000'

as of Detembe r 3t,2OLg no drawing on the letter of credit has occurred.

Approved bY:

Approved bY Council

Director, Financial Services

Dated

Dated:

Mayor

1sB

GRANT PAYMENTS TO ORGANIZATIONS 2018(Attachment 5)

2018 20L7 TYPEPAYEE

Abbyfield Houses of Vernon Society

Age Action Society of BC

Barton Rebecca

Caetani Cultural Center Society

Chippendale, Sean

Downtown Vernon Association



Entner, Ryan and ShelbY

Family Resource Center Society for N Okanagan

Strong,Gabrielle

Greater Vernon Museum-Archives Society

Helping Out People Exploited (HOPE) Outreach

Koole,Joanne B

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Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program

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Vernon & District Assn for Community Living

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Vernon Native Housing Society

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TO:

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FROM:

SUBJECT:

THE COR PORATION OF THE CITY OF VERNON

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

Will Pearce, CAO FILE: 5280-0'l

Kim Flick, Director, Community lnfrastructure and DATE: May 2' 2019

Development

Laurie Cordell, Manager Long Range Planning and Sustainability

201 9 SUSTAINABILITY EVENTS PROGRAM

The City of Vernon is committed to working towards a sustainable future. Since 2008'

the Citi has initiated a variety of community engagement and education programs to

,rppori environmental stewardship and community sustainability. These initiatives

reflect Council's strategic priorities, the Official Community Plan (OCP) and Council

resolutions, bylaws ani policies. These priorities include energy conservation and

greenhouse gas emission (GHG) reduction, water quality protection and conservation,

lcosystems ind ecologicai conservation, local food and agriculture, stewardship and

general sustainabilitY.

The City's sustainability initiatives reach a broad portion of the community and promote

sustainability options to Uotfr residents and businesses. Since the inception of the City's

sustainabitity initiatives, Administration continually assesses the success of various

programs anO iOentifies improvements and more efficient use of resources for Council's

consideration.

Proposed 2019 Sustainability Program

The proposed 201g Sustainability Program continues to advance the City's goals on

sustainability, but proposes a slightly different approach than previous years.

The proposal is to focus on building community wide awareness and action in five key

areas of prioritY:1. Climate Action;2. Step Code Education and Awareness;3. Stormwater Management;4. Wildfire Risk Mitigation; and

5. Community Vitality and neighbourhood connections

This is to be undertaken in the following ways:

1. partnership events with ageniies such as businesses, non-profits, community

groups, industry experts and the Regional District of North Okanagan;

2. Collaborative CitY events; and

3. lndividual/Neighbourhood action incentives'

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The proposed program would build on the policy direction of Council to increase

"orrrnity and stitefrotoer knowledge, collaboration and cooperation and enable

action at a variety of community levels.

The program would continue to support ongoing initiatives such as:

1. Tree Coupon program, to encourage urban canopy growth which provides

shade, decreases cooling costs, and lowers GHG emissions'

2. Engaging the community on practices and benefits that promote ecosystem

and ecological resilience such as encouraging pollinators and ways to protect

sensitive -habitat in collaboration with partners such as the Okanagan

Collaborative Conservation Program (OCCP)'

3. Supporting schools with Yellow Fish road storm drain painting.

4. Face-to-fa-ce outreach with students and youth, stewardship groups,

businesses, and the general public. Directly involving the community in

engaging activities provides an opportunity for information sharing, program

development and public outreach io help create a culture of sustainability. lt is

the most effective iorm of engagement in providing lasting impact and engaging

the public to partake in actionable behaviour change'

Potential events maY include:o convening a Builders step code working group and supporting step code

training events;o pedestrian trial of 30th Avenue - reclaim the street with vegetation, benches,

patios, business disPlaYs;. Neighbourhood block parties - with a conversation workbook (topics: climate

action, firesmart, or on site stormwater);o padnering with the Downtown Vernon Association or the Greater Vernon

Chambeiof Commerce for business lunch and learns or sustainability events;

o Firesmart neighbourhood block watch train the trainer events,

o supporting student Firesmart assessment projects; and

. Neighbourhood resource mapping.

Funding for all events is included in the approved 2019 Long Range Planning and

SustainabilitY budget.

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council receive the memorandum titled "2019 Sustainability Events Program" "lddated May 2,2019 from the Manager of Long Range Planning and sustainability, for

information.

Respectful submitted

Laurie CordellManager, Long Range Planning and Sustainability

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SUBJEGT:

THE CORPORATI ON OF THE CITY OF VERNO N

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

Will Pearce, Chief Administrative Officer FILE:

Kim Flick, Director, Community lnfrastructure and DATE:

Development

Angela Broadbent, Active Transportation Coordinator

2019 Active Transportation Events

8300-1 0-01

April 29, 2019

The City of Vernon's annual Active Transportationoutreach and educational events support the goals of the

official community Plan and the Master TransportationPlan. This includes promoting transportation choice toencourage more transit use, walking, cycling and

carpooling for everyday trips in order to achieve a 37o/o

active transportation mode share by 2040. This shift

would reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs)'promote healthier living and help manage infrastructurecosts, all key elements of the Official Community Plan.

Active Transportation events foster collaboration Bike to work and schoolweek Kick-ofr Ride

between the iity, regional and provincial agencies, and local businesses to promote sustainable

transportation. Furth"-r, ther" events provide a catalyst for behavioural change. Participants become

change-makers who mobilize their workplaces, friends, and families to try active transportation'

These events are 'soft' promotions that go hand-in-hand with 'hard' infrastructure to motivate

change. They provide an opportunity to celebrate and raise awareness of ongoing infrastructure

improvements through fun, inclusive activities.

2018 Event Highlights

Bike to Work and School Week. The City of Vernon collaborated with GoByBikeBC Society to host Bike to Work and

School Week. During this event, residents are encouraged to swap their cars for two

wheels and "go by bike" for everyday trips. Strategic community partnerships and

special events raised awareness of this campaign.o 1 ,627 Vernon riders participate d, a 27o/o increase in total ridership from 2017 '

. There were 304 first-time participants.

. Vernon riders cycled 23,098 km and saved 5,00G kg of GHGs, a 30% increase in

emissions savings over 2A17 '

Commuter Challenge. Vernon participated in the national Commuter Challenge for the first time since 2010.

Residenis joined 17,4g5 Canadians who took the challenge to "do what moves you" and

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use any mode of transportation other than driving alone. Nationally, participants

travelled over 1.5 million km and saved 250,624 kg of GHGs.

o Vernon took first place in Canada in the population category of 25,000 to 50,000 with

participants traveliin g 4,920 km, burnin g 72,460 calories and saving 795 kg of GHGs.

. The top workplace was the City of Vernon with 28 team members who saved a total of

436 kg of GHGs.

lnternationalWalk and Wheelto School Month. The City partnered with three elementary schools to host lnternational Walk and Wheel

to Schooi Month ceilebrations to encourage students to choose active transportation to

school (walking, cycling, skateboarding or scootering).. 414 students participated in events hosted by the City.

2019 Events

Active Transportation events planned for 2019 include

. Bike to Work and School Week (May 27 - June 2,2019)

. The Commuter Challenge (June 2 - 8,2019)o lnternationalWalk and Wheel to School Month (October 1-31,2019)

Funding for all events is included in the approved 2019 Transportation budget.

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council receive the memorandum titled "2019 Active Transportation Events" dated April 29,

2O1g from the Active Transportation Coordinator, for information.

Respectfu lly submitted :

r4il^.6nJ/.X-Angela BroadbentActive Transportation Coordinator

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THE COI1PORATION OF THE CITY OF VERI\ON

]4OO ](iTFI STREET VERNON. I]RITISH COLUN'1BIA VIT 5[6

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OFFICE OF THE illAYOR

May 14,2019

Honourable Jonathan WilkinsonMinister of Fisheries and Oceans Canada

[email protected]

Honourable Doug DonaldsonMinister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource operations & Rural Development

FLNR. Minister@sov. bc.ca

RE: Reducing conflict between native mussel protection and invasive milfoil control in

the Okanagan

Dear Minister Wilkinson and Minister Donaldson:

At the direction of Vernon Council and on behalf of the City of Vernon, I write in support of a

request by the okanagan Basin Water Board that the Minister of Fisheries and oceans Canada,

and the B.c. Minister-of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource operations and Rural Development

grant an authorization under the Federal Fisheries Act to continue a long standing milfoil control

[rogr"r. The City of Vernon strongly concurs with the Okanagan Basfn Water Board, that an

evidence-based and balanced approach is necessary before the miffoil de-rooting program is

sijnificanly altered or prohibited,'allowing this invasive weed to thrive in our local lakes.

ln their letter of April 24, 2019, to yourselves, the Okanagan Basin Water Board provided

extensive information to the respectiv'e Ministries on concerns of the Board, supported by 19911

municipalities including the City of Vernon, the negative effects of invasive Eurasian water milfoil

on 1..," aquatic environl-nent as well as social and eionomic impact, the methods of milfoil control,

history of the control program and numerous science based supporting reports.

I will not repeat the information, but I will respectfully ask that Ministry staff carefully and fully

review the Okanagan Basin Water Board's letter and attached information.

Significant reduction or cessation of the long-standing milfoil control programs will have a

de-vastating impact on our local tourism based economy, the enjoyment of our lakes and beaches

oy resicenis and visitors, the vibrancy of the accommodation and service industry. This is a

serious issue for the City of Vernon.

on behalf of city of Vernon council, I ask that the respective ministries consider and respect the

fact-based evidence provided by okanagan Basin Water Board and permit the effective traditional

treatment of this invasive weed.

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Yours truly,

Victor l. CummingMayor

cc:. Okanagan MPs: MelArnold, Stephen Fuhr, Dan Albas, Richard Cannings;

. MLAs: Eric Foster, Norm Letnick, Steve Thomson, Ben Stewart, Dan Ashton, Linda

Larson, Jackie Tegart, Greg KYllo;

. Chiefs Executive Council, Okanagan Nation Alliance;

. Regional District Chairs for North Okanagan, Central Okanagan, and Okanagan-

Similkameen;r Okanagan MuniciPalities;. Okanagan Chambers of Commerce;r ThomPson Okanagan Tourism Association;. FLNRORD Thomplon Okanagan Region, Ecosystems Section Head

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April 25, 2otg

Re: Reducing conflict between native mussel protection and invasive milfoil control in the

Okanagan

Dear Mayors, Chairs, Councillors and Directors,

Since the 1970s, the Okanagan Basin Water Board has run a program to remove invasive

Eurasian watermilfoil from the five large lakes in the Okanagan (Okanagan, Kalamalka Wood,

Skaha and Osoyoos). Most public beaches throughout the valley are free of invasive weeds

due to this program. However, recent changes in provincial and federal regulations are

increasingly affecting our most effective treatment method, rototilling in the winter. Rototilling

de-roots milfoil from the lake bottom, reducing stem densities by 8O-97o/o in a single

treatment. Rototilling is now prohibited in several areas under provincial regulations.

This recent rototilling prohibition is due to federal and provincial $overnment staff efforts to

protect a species of freshwater mussel known as the Rocky Mountain Ridged Mussel (RMRM)'

These mussels range from southern California, East to Nevada and throughout the Pacific

Northwest, lout in Canada they are limited to the Okanagan Basin, which represents only 5o/o

of theirtotal population range. Priorto 2003 there had been only 1-4 occurrences of the RMRM

recorded in the Okanagan, and the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada

(COSEWIC) recommended that they be listed as "Endangered" under the Species at Risk Act

(SARA). However, more recent surveys have found healthy populations with successful

reproduction rates in several areas throughout the valley. One study in 2015 counted more

than 5,500 RMRM in just nine surveyed sites, and estimated the total population at those

sites to be more than 13,000. COSEWIC has not re-assessed their recommendation since

2}!O,and has not accounted forthis new information. Fur-ther, November 201'1' was the last

time that Canada's Department of Fisheries and Oceans conducted public consultations on

the recommendation to list RMRM as endangered under SARA'

Milfoil rototilling is now prohibited in any areas where RMRM are found based on an

assumption that this weed control method could cause harm to RMRM. However, there is

evidence to suggest that allowing milfoil to grow will create conditions which are unsuitable

for RMRM, while also creating poor water quality, poor habitat for other species, as well as

social and economic harm.

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The OBWB has sent a detailed letter (enclosed) to the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans

Canada, and to the B.C. Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural

Development asking them to grant an authorization under the federal Fisheries Act for the

milfoil control program to continue. We strongly believe that a more evidence-based and

balanced approach is needed before prohibiting milfoil de-rooting and allowing this invasive

weed to thrive in our lakes. We have also provided a detailed response to the recommendation

to list RMRM as endangered under SARA, asking for a new round of consultations, and for

COSEWIC to re-assess their recommendation based on current information. That response is

included in the letter at appendix C.

We request that your local government consider providing a letter of support for our request

to the ministers, authorizingthe OBWB milfoil de-rooting program to continue'

We have provided extensive information in the letter to the ministers including:

- Decision sought- History- Concerns- Effects of invasive Eurasian watermilfoil (Appendix A): Environmental, Social and

Economic- Methods of Milfoil Control (Appendix B)

- Comments Regarding Canada Gazette, Part 1, Volume 153, Number L2: Order

Amending Schedule 1 to the Species at Risk Act.

We hope this information will address any questions or concerns you have about this issue

and allow you to support us as we continue to battle this harmful invasive species in our local

waters.

Sincerely,

Anna Warwick Sears, Executive Director

Okanagan Basin Water Board

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Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Canada

[email protected]

Hon. Doug Donaldson

Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development

FLN R.M [email protected]

April24,2otg

Re: Reducing conflict between native mussel protection and invasive milfoil control in the

Okanagan

Dear Minister Wilkinson and Minister Donaldson,

The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is a local government agency in B.C, established

through provincial legislation in L97O, with a mandate to provide leadership on valley-wide

water issues. One part of OBWB's legislated mandate is to "pafticipate in and undertake an

aquatic weed control program under a cost-sharing agreement with the province." We are

writing to make you aware of a conflict that is developing between the requirement to protect

a species of freshwater mussel (Rocky Mountain Ridged Mussel, RMRM), and the need to

control the growth of invasive Eurasian watermilfoil (milfoil) for ecological, social and

economic reasons (Appendix A). While we strongly support the protection of native species

and their natural habitats, we believe that a more evidence-based and balanced approach is

needed in this particular case.

While RMRM are currently listed as 'at-risk' under the Species at Risk Act (SARA), they are

now being considered for up-listing to 'endangered' which would greatly increase regulatory

requirements for the milfoil control program. We have submitted feedback under the Canada

Gazette process for this SARA listing proposal and have included it as Appendix C.

Decision sought:o We request that the milfoil control program of the OBWB be formally authorized, on a

permanent basis, under the terms of the Fisheries Act, Aquatic lnvasive Species

Regutations, Section 79 (2) (a) (iii) and (b) by either the Minister of Fisheries and

Oceans, or the Minister of FLNR0RD. Specifically, that the Minister may take measures

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to control any aquatic species in a particular region or body of water frequented by fish

where the aquatic species is not indigenous and may harm fish, fish habitat or the use

of fish (harm as noted in Appendices A and C).

Should the proposed up-listing of RMRM as endangered under SARA be approved, the

following is an alternative to authorization under the Fisheries Act:

o We request that the Minister issue a long-term permit authorized under SARA, Section

T3 (l) and (2) (c) allowing OBWB to engage in milfoil control activities in which

"affecting the species is incidental to the carrying out of the activity."

lf neither of these authorizations are granted:

o We ask that Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the BC Ministry of FLNRORD conduct a

literature review and further field research into the effect of uncontrolled invasive

milfoil on RMRM and other native species, prior to prohibiting the ongoing beneficial

and locally-funded program to de-root milfoil;

r We ask that the ministries alloeate sufficient funding to complete surveys to establish

the extent of RMRM habitat (a requirement if up-listing under SARA occurs), and to

determine the total estimated population in okanagan large lakes. lt is likely that

surveys of this type will also have a number of periphery benefits such as detecting

other freshwater mussel species and informing other regulatory decision-making;

and:

Untilfurther research is conducted and an evidence-based decision can be made, we

ask to continue to conduct milfoil de+ooting in areas which have historically been

treated using this method; and

We ask that milfoil de-rooting in the Okanagan by the OBWB be allowed to continue in

high public-use areas regardless of future recordings of RMRM, ensuring that

prohibitions do not continue to expand in future years.

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History:

The OBWB has been controlling milfoil in the Okanagan's major lakes for more than four

decades, with a current budget of $825,000 - entirely funded by local property taxes' The

program was developed by the B.C. Ministry of Environment following more lhan !7 years of

experiments into control methods including chemicals, bottom-barriers, biological control and

several methods of mechanical treatment (Appendix B)'

Ultimately, de-rooting the invasive weed using barge-mounted rototillers was found to be the

most effective method of control (after aquatic herbicides), achieving an 8o-97o/o reduction in

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stem densities in water depths up to 3.5 meters.l Our operations are conducted using best

practices incorporating all known environmental concerns and regulated species work

windows, and are permitted through both provincial and federal ministries.2 This program

targets only invasive Eurasian watermilfoil during winter months when the plant is dormant

and cannot spread.

Our annual treatment areas represent a small fraction of the lakeshore, focusing on public

beaches and boating areas. Untreated areas can experience dense growth of the invasive

weed, degrading the beaches for swimming and recreation. Further, untreated weed beds

become mucky and anoxic with decaying milfoil.

Despite the demonstrated beneficial effects and best practices of the milfoil control program,

concerns about a native freshwater mussel, (Rocky Mountain Ridged mussel, RMRM) have

prompted ministry staff at both levels of government to issue increasing restrictions on the

de-rooting method of milfoil control. These restrictions are based on an assumption that milfoil

de-rooting has a negative effect on RMRM in the local area of milfoil control, but does not

consider the negative effects of the milfoil itself on RMRM, other soecies, or their habitat.3

ln2O7O, a fisheries officer at DFO gave instructions that de-rooting could no longer be used

at any site where RMRM were present, although we have been de-rooting in these locations

for decades.a ln 2013, more mussels had been recorded at more historical de-rooting sites,

and the prohibition expanded.s ln January 2Ot8,the Thompson-Okanagan Ecosystem Section

atthe B.C. Ministry of FLNRORD released "Guidance for Freshwater Mussels in the Okanagan"

which has the effect of formally prohibiting milfoil control (both de-rooting and harvesting6) in

any area where RMRM are present, and the prohibited areas were again expanded due to

new mussel recordings in historical treatment sites. These restrictions now extend to major

sections of four large lakes, in areas of high public use and ecological value (Appendix A).7

Concerns:We feel that the decision from both federal fisheries officers and provincial habitat officers is

based on limited evidence, and does not achieve a balance between the need to protect

RMRM and the need to consider the other ecological, social and economic concerns that will

arise from limiting milfoil control. Serious questions remain'

1. Studies from other areas show that invasive milfoil displaces beneficial native

macrophyte communitiess, changes aquatic food webse, substrate conditions and

oxygen availabilitylo (Appendix A). lt is unknown if sensitive RMRM would prefer, or

could even survive in areas of untreated invasive milfoil infestation.ll By removing

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milfoil through de-rooting, we may help preserve more natural habitat for RMRM and

other species. More research in this area is needed

2. lnvasive milfoil has been shown to negatively effect many other native species of

plants and aquatic animals, including salmonids and other fish (Appendix A). ln

extreme cases of milfoil infestation, there have been recordings of direct fish mortality

from the anoxic conditions created in those areas.r2 Preventing milfoil de-rooting for

RMRM is an example of one-species management, without consideration of the

potential negative effects to other species.

3. Areas which have already been subject to de-rooting for several decades still show

evidence of live RMRM and successful juvenile recruitment (reproduction) at the

periphery of the treatment area. Any damage to individual RMRM in these limited de-

rooting areas would have occurred long ago, and it is unlikely that the method of milfoil

control is having a negative population-level effect on the species, given the limited

total shoreline area where de-rooting occurs. More research in this area is needed.

4, A provincially-commissioned report in 1991 found that termination of the program

would lead to s projected economic decline of $85 million in annual tourism revenue'

The study also found the further loss of $40 million in provincial tourism revenues, $3

million in lost provincial tax revenue and a further 800 iob losses province-wide. lt is

likely that the numbers today are much higher given the dramatic population,

economic and tourism growth in the valley in the last 28 years. We recommend that

the province conduct another study to determine the current socio-economic benefits

of the milfoil control program to inform decision makers of the effects of their decision

to slowly erode this important program.

We have also expanded on these concerns in our feedback to the proposed changes to SARA

in Appendix C.

Some B.C. provincial staff have asserted that milfoil in the Okanagan can be controlled

through summer harvesting, which we conduct in limited areas where rototilling is already

restricted, or where underwater infrastructure makes rototilling unfeasible. This short-term

method does not have the same beneficial effects on water quality and habitat, does not

prevent anoxic conditions at the lake bottom, and because it occurs during the plant's growing

season, also spreads fragments which can lead to increased infestations in other areas.13

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Harvesting is less effective than de-rooting as the plant grows back to the surface within four

to six weeks of treatment, and the root systems are allowed to spread and densify. Harvesting

also creates an increased dangerto public safetythrough increased weed growth in swimming

areas, as the machines enter swimming areas during beach-use, and operate in peak boating

season. Harvesting is also less cost-effective and requires more equipment and on-shore

infrastructure to collect and transfer the weeds to land for disposal. Finally, the harvesting

season is only two months long; too short a window to treat the extensive areas of milfoil

infestation in five major lakes. Harvesting is not an alternative to de-rootinB for milfoil control,

it is a less-effective aesthetic-only method which has limited benefit to aquatic health, and

given the size of the infested treatment areas, is cost-prohibitive.

Summary:

Current management decisions being made by ministry staff under the B.C' Water

Sustainability Act, the Fisheries Act and potentially the Species at Risk Act are not sufficiently

informed by available evidence, and do not take a balanced approach to natural resource

management. These decisions have the potential to return some areas of Okanagan lakes to

the aquatic conditions of the 1970's with uncontrolled milfoil growth promoting poor water

quality and toxic algae blooms, anoxic lake-bottom conditions, increased nutrient release into

the water, and unusable swimming areas. There is little evidence that the restriction of milfoil

de-rooting will have a positive effect on the overall RMRM population, and there is some

evidence to suggest these restrictions may actually cause negative effects in their habitat.

Further, RMRM are primarily known to reside in healthy populations in streams such as the

Okanagan River, which are not infested by milfoil, and notsubjectto milfoil control.

As a water management agency, the OBWB provides leadership and fundingto improve water

quality, protect source waters, conserve water, prevent new invasive species and manage

those that are here. Even as a small regional agency we have provided more than $90 miltion

over our history to support these efforts. ln cooperation with federal, provincial, and local

governments and First Nations, the programs of the OBWB over the last 50 years, including

the control of invasive milfoil, have likely had a significantty positive effect on the RMRM

species and its habitat. provincial studies show that the species is thriving in several locations,

including through healthy juvenile recruitment, and in parts of our system which were heavily

modified in the last several decades, demonstrating their resilience'

We ask you to consider the potential harm that could be done to the Okanagan aquatic

ecosystem, economy and way of life if milfoil treatment is curtailed. We are happy to continue

working with ministry staff at all levels of government and to continue to provide leadership

on valley-wide water issues.

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r okana$an MPs: MelArnold, stephen Fuhr, Dan Albas, Richard cannings;

o MLAs: Eric Foster, Norm Letnick, steve Thomson, Ben Stewart, Dan Ashton, Linda

Larson, Jackie Tegart, Greg KYllo

r Chiefs Executive Council, Okanagan Nation Alliance;

r Regional District Chairs for North Okanagan, Central Okanagan, and Okanagan-

Similkameen;o Okanagan MuniciPalities;

o Okanagan Chambers of Commerce

o Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association

o FLNRORD Thompson Okanagan Region, Ecosystems Section Head

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8 Ring, R.A., N.N. Winchester and I'V. MacRae' "Myriophyll

Milfoil (Haloragace ae)." Biolo$tcal Control Programmes in

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References

1 Newroth, peter R. and Roger J. Soar, "Eurasian Watermilfoil Management Using Newly

Developed Technologies." Lake and Reservoir Management, Vol 2, lssue 1, 1986, pp'252-

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2 Letter from Ministry of FLNRO , !2 July,2OL3' File: R8-7520

3 RMRM have been found on the periphery of milfoil beds and rototilling areas, but due to

the conditions created in the milfoil bed, surveyors have been unable to enter the beds'

sloey, David at al., 1gg6 found that "the edges of the milfoil bed (either shallow or pelagic or

bothi contained higher biomass, density and taxa richness than the center of the bed"'

(abstract) This correlates with a finding that RMRM would be healthier at the margins of a

milfoil bed, but not necessarily able to live within the bed'

Sloey, David., Terry Schenck and Richard Narf, "Distribution of Aquatic lnvertebrates within a

Dense Bed of Eurasian Milfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum L.)." Journal of Freshwater EcoloEy,

Vol !2,lssue 2, L997 , PP. 303-313

a Email correspondence DFO, O8 November 2O1O'

5 Letter from Ministry of FLNRO, 29 November,2oL2. File: R8-7222

6 Recent changes (January 201-8)to the Okanagan Large Lakes Foreshore Protocol

upgraded mittoit harvesting to a ;high-risk" activity, requiring extra mitigation measures than

weie previously required wrren it was designated as a "low-risk" activity, including through

the new Guidance for Freshwater Mussels, also published in January 2Ot8'

7 Mussel Habitat Zones Okana$an Region:

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psXM!$s"Madsen, J.D., C.F. Hartleb, and C.W. Boylen. "Photosynthetic characteristics of Myriophyllum

spicatum and six submersed aquatic macrophyte species native to Lake George, New York'"

Freshwater Biolo$y,vol.26,lssue 2, Lgg!, pp.233-240. Found that the canopy of invasive

milfoil reduces light transmissivity into the water column, preventing other native plants

from growing.

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e Wilson, Sarah J. and Anthony Ricciardi. "Epiphytic macroinveftebrate communities in

watermilfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum) and native milfoils Myriophyllum sibericum and

Myriophyllum itternitiorum in Eastern North America."Canadian Journal of Fisheries and

Aquaticsclences, Vol 66, lssue 1, 2009, pp. 18-30. Found that invasive milfoil suppofts

diiferent macroinvertebrate communities compared to native aquatic macrophytes and "the

replacement of native milfoils by M. spicatum (Eurasian water milfoil) may have indirect

effects on aquatic food webs." (Abstract)

10 Frodge, Jonathan et al., "Mortality of Largemouth Bass (Micropterus salmoides) and

Steelhead Trout (OnorhYn uchus mykiss) in Densely vegetated Littoral Areas Tested Using in

situ Bioassay " Lake and Reservoir Management, Vol 11, lssue 4, 1995, pp' 343-358

Zavinski, Erik, "Lake Group Responds to Burtis Bay fish kill." Observer. November t7 ,2018.

hav-fish:Kill/

11 Burlakova, Lyubov E., and Alexander Y. Karatayev., "The Effects of lnvasive Macropytes

and water levelfluctuations on unionids in Texas impoundments." Hydrobiologia, Vol 586,

lssue 1, 2OO7,2gL-3O2. "1n two ponds, horizontal distribution of unionids was limited by

dense loeds of invasivewatermi lfoi I MYrioPhYl I

were significantlY lowe

and noxious macrophyes (mainly furasianum spicatum and American lotus tVelum bo lutea): rrussel densities

r in these macrophyte beds (P < 0.001)"' (Abstract)'

L2 Frod*e,Jonathan et al., demonstrated that anoxic conditions caused by dense aquatic

rr.rophytes led to significant fish mortalities (steelhead trout and largemouth bass) and

found that ,,at high densities aquatic macrophytes can have significant detrimental localized

effects on fish." (abstract)See note 10 for Citation'

13 Newroth, peter R., "British columbia Aquatic Plant Management Program'" Journal of

Aquatic ptant Management,vol L7 , !97 4, pp. t2-L9. Continued use of the harvester did not

provide lasting control, and since it tended to encourage further spread of Eurasian

watermilfoil, reviews of other mechanical removal options were continued'" L7 -

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Appendix A: Effects of invasive Eurasian watermilfoil

Economic Effects:Accordingto Fisheries and Oceans Canada: "Eurasian Water Milfoilgrows and spreads rapidly

while invading replacing native plants. lt negatively impacts fish and wildlife populations as

well as human activities such as swimming, boating, waterskiing, fishing and tourism in

affected areas. This plant also has been known to impede flood control, water conservation

and drainage and irrigation works. Milfoil populations can be very dense making it very costly

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The current annual budget of the OBWB Milfoil Control Program is $825,000'

ln 19g1, the BC Ministry of Environment released an independent report: Evaluation of the

Socio-Econ omic Benefits of the OkanaganVatley Eurasian Water Milfoil Control Pro{ram'The

report found that terminating the milfoil control program would lead to an economic decline

of:

o $85 million in tourism revenues;

o Employment in tourism of I,7OO positions;

o Real estate values of $360 million (3.8% of net taxable values of Okanagan

properties); and a further projected decline (outside the Okanagan)of:

o $40 million in BC Tourism Revenues;

o Employment in tourism of 800 positions in BC;

o $3 million in tax revenues;

Further, the report found that "increasing emphasis should continue to be placed on de-

rooting rather than harvesting as a means to control Eurasian water milfoil."

A2Ot4 study in King County, Washington found "that milfoil has a significant negative effect

on property sales price ($94,385 USD lower price), corresponding to a 19% decline in mean

property values." Olden J.D., and M. Tamayo. (20L4) "lncentivizing the Public to Support

lnvasive Species Management: Eurasian Milfoil Reduces Lakefront Property Values"' PLoS

o NE 9 ( 1 0 ) : e 1 1 0 4 5 8. https lll d ql, 0.rg/1-0-J3 7-"ll surnalssnp=9ffi-8-* S-S

Environ mental Effects:"From an ecosystem standpoint, the most important consequences of macrophyte decay are

release of dissolved substances, deoxygenation and sediment accretion." Carpenter,

Stephen R. and David M. Lodge, "Effects of Submersed Macrophytes on Ecosystem

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Water flow effects One experiment on the effects of aquatic macrophytes on water flow,

showed that invasive milfoil beds decreased water flux through the littoral zone by 36%. (lbid

344)

lncrease in organic sediments ln streams, "macrophyte stands act as a sieve retaining

coarse particulate detritus" and terrestrial organic material "is retained in macrophyte beds

and decomposed to a much greater extent than in unvegitated reaches of streams' ln lakes,

macrophytes contribute refractory organic matter directly to sediments.'." (lbid, 344)

changes in free-water dissolved oxvgen levels Dense macrophyte stands create significant

oxygen changes in the water column, reducing available dissolved oxygen near the lake

substrate, and increasing it at the surface. "Oxygen flux in a dense Myriophyllum spicatum

stand was about twice as great as that of an adjacent harvested plot"' (lbid 345)

Nutrient release into the water column The literature review from Carpenter and Lod$e

(19g6) found that submersed macrophyte stands act as translocators of dissolved organic

carbon and phosphorus, by absorbing it from the substrate through the plant, and releasing

it back into the water during decomposition. (349)

Social Effects:

lnvasive milfoil infests many public beaches and boating areas throughout North America' ln

the Okanagan, approximately 58 linear kilometers of shoreline covering approximately 6km2

have been historically treated for milfoil using either winter de-rooting or summer harvesting

methods or both. This represents 13.9% of the total shoreline area of major Okanagan

Lakes.

The following public beaches in the Okanagan are infested with milfoil and historically subject

to milfoil control (* Areas are now partially or wholly prohibited for milfoil de-rooting due to

RMRM occurrences.):

Kin Beach - Vernon

Paddlewheel Park Beach - Vernon *

Kalamalka Beach - Coldstream

Beasley Park - Lake CountrY

Reiswig Regional Park - Lake Country

Tugboat Bay - Kelowna

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Strathcona Park - Kelowna

Kinsmen Park - KelownaBoyce-Gyro Beach - Kelowna

Rotary Beach Park - Kelowna

Pritchard Park - West Kelowna

Gellatly Bay Park - West Kelowna

Willow Beach - West Kelowna

Okanagan Lake Provincial Park North

Okanagan Lake Provincial Park South

Crescent Beach - Summerland *

Gordon Beggs Rotary Beach - Summerland *

Rotary Park Beach - Penticton

Skaha Lake Park - Penticton *

Lions Park - OK Falls *

Christie Memorial Provincial Park - Skaha Lake *

Lions Park - Osoyoos

Veterans Memorial Park - Osoyoos

Legion Beach Park - OsoYoos

Gyro Park - Osoyoos

Goodman Park - Osoyoos

Haynes Point Provincial Park *

Osoyoos Lake Regional Park

yacht Clubs and Marinas infested with or directly affected by milfoil and subject to historical

milfoil control include:

Vernon Yacht Club *

Turtle Bay Marina

Kelowna Yacht Club

El Dorado Marina

Kelowna Sailing Club

West Kelowna Yacht Club

Summerland Yacht Club *

Penticton Yacht Club

Skaha Lake Marina *

Osoyoos Boat Launch and Marina

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areas are also treated each year for invasive milfoil. Several of these areas are also now

restricted due to RMRM occurrences'

Uncontrolled invasive milfoil represents a severe threat to the economy and local way of life

in the Okanagan. ln 2018, nearly 80% of all visitors to Kelowna participated in beach, park

and water related activities with L0% reporting that it was the primary reason for their visit.

Uncontrolled milfoil also represents an increased risk to public safety as well as beach water

quality and drinking water quality. As recently as2Ot7, Okanagan media covered a story of

a man swimming in an uncontrolled milfoil bed who described getting tangled in milfoil off of

Kelowna's City Park. j:t-tps;/./.:ulyw...s.gn-t-i--c*t"CIl1!-v--c"$19ilt.n9-Ks^,.$-Qffiln-e-!-v-$J-a"d-Y-q-$-ity:.f-p,r":lak-q:

fnilf.qifhgfV"e_e.tl ln nearby lakes in northwestern states, several drownings have been

attributed to swimmers becoming caught in dense milfoil beds. Further, reduction in water

quality due to milfoil increases the occurrence of swimmers itch, and promotes toxic algae

blooms, which can cause ahazard to both humans, pets and wildlife.

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Appendix B: Methods of Milfoil Control

There are two methods of milfoil control used in the Okanagan Basin, summer harvesting and

winter rototilling. Both methods have been historically used since the 1970s in Okanagan

Lakes, and were developed by the B.C. Ministry of Environment during more than 17 years of

control experiments. Each machine operator has a GPS-linked tablet on board with maps

showing all environmental work windows, habitat and species concerns. All information

relatingto federal and provincial environmental permitting is updated annually by a Qualified

Environmental Professional. All milfoil control work is GPS tracked and a report is also

submitted to the province annually'

Summer harvesting uses specially designed machines to cut invasive milfoil approximately 5

feet below the water's surface, and to transport the cut weeds to land. Once on shore, a truck

collects the weeds for disposal. This control method only occurs during the peak milfoil growth

season in July and August when the milfoil reaches the water's surface. Since milfoil grows up

to 5 cm per day, a harvested milfoil bed could be back at the surface of the water in 30 days

after treatment. Milfoil starts growing at water temperatures as low as 15 degrees Celsius,

which occurs in Okdnagan Lakes from May to October. Since mature milfoil plants naturally

spread through fragmentation, the process of cutting the weeds also leads to viable plant

fragments floating freely in the water to potentially establish new plants. Although the

harvester collects most of the weeds, other stray fragments can create piles on beaches, get

caught in boating equipment and interfere with other recreational activities.

Harvesting is not an effective method for milfoil control and is only used as an aesthetic

treatment in areas of high public value where rototilling is not feasible. Harvesting also

presents increased public safety risks as the machines must operate in public swimming

areas during peak summer beach use. July and August are also the busiest time for boating

and all water-related recreation activities in the Okanagan, creatin$ increased workplace

hazards for machine oPerators'

Winter rototilling occurs between October and May while milfoil is dormant and plant

fragments cannot spread. The machine tills the top few inches of the lake substrate in areas

where high milfoil growth were previously mapped, and where plant fragments are still visible.

Root fragments float to the surface of the water and wash ashore where they decompose. The

root fragments are also a food source for waterfowl which can often be seen following the

machine. One year of de-rooting can lead to reduced plant density of 80-97%, while ongoing

de-rooting in the same area can locally eliminate plant growth for a few years. However, once

de-rooting stops, the area will become re-infested. De-rooting milfoil can also lead to a

resurgence of native aquatic plants which are beneficial to the ecosystem, although the exact

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available light for photosynthesis, and these plants have different root structures, which may

not be as effectively removed from the substrate through rototilling'

De-rooting only occurs in mapped milfoil beds, accounting for all known fisheries work

windows, includingfish, amphibians, waterfowl, and sensitive plant areas'

Milfoil control can also occur through the use of physical, biological and chemical methods

which were studied during the development of the OBWB milfoil control program. Bottom

barriers are used in some places, and can be effective for a short period. However, bottom

barriers have a number of environmental drawbacks and are not as effective as de-rooting.

Bottom barriers create a permanent change in the substrate, limiting access to fish spawning

beds and preventing all plant growth, reducingthe occurrence of native aquatic plants'

Biological control includes the mass rearing of native aquatic insects such as weevils. The

weevils prefer milfoil to other food sources, and also provide a food source for other species'

However, in order to reduce overall milfoil density, huge numbers of weevils are needed which

makes the mass-rearing process difficult and cost prohibitive. Weevils quickly consume a

milfoil bed, which then eliminates the food source, killingthe weevils and allowingthe plants

to re-grow.

Selective chemical treatment is the most effective method of milfoil control and is used

extensively in the United States, including in the southern portion of the okanogan Basin.

Chemical treatment can lead to longer-term milfoil control while having limited effects on the

aquatic ecosystem. Newer products have been developed since this method was last used in

the l-980's in the Canadian Okanagan Basin, but they are not currently approved for use in

Canada. Costs of chemical treatment are lower than the cost of rototilling and do not disturb

the lake bottom. However, this method means releasing substances into drinking water while

the plant has foliage in the summer months during peak beach-use. Chemical treatment does

not have the same social licence as de-rooting and it is not likely a publicly acceptable

alternative.

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Appendix g: Comments ReEarding Canada Gazette. Part 1. Volume 153. Number 12: Order

Amending Schedule 1to the Species at Risk Act

Julie Stewart, Director

Species at Risk Program

Fisheries and Oceans Canada

200 Kent Street

Ottawa, Ontario K1A OE6

April !7,2otg

Re: Comments Regarding Canada Gazette. Part 1. Volume 153. Number 12: Order AmendinE

Schedule 1to the Species at Risk Act

Dear Director Stewart,

The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is a local government agency in B.C. established

through provincial legislation in L970, with a mandate to provide leadership on valley-wide

water issues. While we strongly suppoft the protection of native species and their natural

habitats, we believe that new evidence should be considered prior to the decision to up-list

the Rocky Mountain Ridged Mussel (RMRM) from at-risk to endangered. To that end, we

submit these comments to the suloject Canada Gazette Order Amending Schedule 1 of the

Species at Risk Act, regarding the recommended up-listing RMRM from "at-risk" to

"endangered."

Because of the limited time given to respond to the Canada Gazette publication, and

the 1imited opportunity for communities to become informed and engaged, Okana$an

elected officials witl be directinS additional correspondence directly to the Minister.

The listing considerations provided in the Canada Gazette are based on old information and

in some cases, reach false conclusions. There is significant new scientific information to

suggest that this species does not meet the definition of endangered under SARA, and that

this new information has not been considered by COSEWIC. The Regulatory lmpact Analysis

Statement (RIAS) 61ss significantly understates the social, economic and ecolo9ical impacts

of regulations to protect RMRM should they be listed as endangered under the Order.

We strongly believe that the Minister should recommend to the Governor in Council that the

matter be referred back to COSEWIC for further information and consideration. Specifically,

that COSEWIC should consider new information about the species, published in 20L5, and all

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federal, provincial and academic surveys done on the RMRM since the last COSEWIC report

in 2010, and that COSEWIC make a new recommendation based on this information.

This new information was also not available prior to the last round of (very limited) public,

lndigenous and stakeholder consultations held in 2)tt. Since those consultations were held,

there has been significant advancement in the understanding of lndigenous rights, changes

in government at both the federal and provincial level, significant restoration activities in

RMRM habitat areas, and an enhanced understanding of the issues and trade-offs amongthe

stakeholders. New consultations should be held to better inform the advice given to the

minister.

The Annex 7 - Description of species bein{ added or reclassified to Schedu/e 1- of the Species

at Risk Act section on RMRM asserts that "there may be some costs associated with

reclassifying these species as endangered, due to the application of the SARA prohibitions;

costs are not currently quantifiable, but are expected to be low."

This conclusion is false and limited. There are significant extra direct and indirect costs

associated with this decision which have been quantified in the past, and could be re-

examined in detail given current information. There will be immediate and significant social

and economic impacts related to a loss of the ability to control invasive Eurasian watermilfoil

which have not been considered. We have outlined this information below.

Fufther, we believe it is appropriate for the Minister to consider the other factors $iven in this

letter while preparing listing advice for the Minister of Environment'

We have organized our comments with specific reference to each of the considerations as

outlined on page 5 of the Canada Gazette. Specifically: "ln preparing listing advice to the

Minister of Environment in relation to each aquatic species, the Minister of Fisheries and

Oceans considers the following, as appropriate:

r The purposes of SARA;

r The species status assessment by COSEWIC;

r Other available information regarding the status and threats to the species;

r The Fisheries and Oceans Canada Species at Risk Act Listin$ Policy for "Do /Vot List"

Advice;

r The results of consultations with the public, provinces and territories, appropriate

lndigenous groups and organizations and wildlife management boards and with any

other person or organization that the competent minister considers appropriate; and

o The socio-economic (costs and benefits) and biological impacts.

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wildlife from becoming extinct or extirpated from Canada..." SARA defines an endangered

species as "a wildlife species that is facing imminent extirpation or extinction."

Comment: A 2015 study conducted by Post-Doctoral Fellow, Dr. Jon Mageroy, on behalf of the

University of British Columbia and in partnership with the Province of 8.C., found "Overall the

investigation into RMRM juvenile recruitment in the Okanagan shows that juveniles have been

recruited fairly recently at all the locations we surveyed, which indicates that the mussel

repulation is not under immediate threat to be extirpated from the system." (Mageroy P'4)

Further, between 19OO and 2002, only t4 records of RMRM exist from the entire range in

Canada, leading to an initial precautionary COSEWIC listing of them as "at-risk"' However,

Mageroy reported that snorkel surveys, limited to 3 meters in depth at only nine sites

throughout the Okanagan directly recorded more than 5,500 RMRM individuals, and

estimated the population at those nine sites to be over l-3,300 individuals, and found healthy,

recent juvenile recruitment in at least half of those surveyed sites. Mageroy also

acknowledged that mussel surveys had to include excavations at the site as 'Juveniles are

found buried in the substrate," making them difficult to locate and identify. Still, the study

found "mussels as young as two or three years old at a majority of the locations surveyed, and

mussels seven years or younger at all locations'" (Mageroy P.3)

The precautionary principle defined on page 6 of the Gazette reads: "where there are threats

of serious or irreversible damage to a wildlife species, cost-effective measures to prevent the

reduction or loss of the species should not be postponed for a lack of full scientific certainty."

However, the initial COSEWIC assessment of RMRM as an at-risk species was only based on

information available in 2003, while the latest assessment informing this Canada Gazette is

only as recent as 2010. ln the Mageroy study alone, the recorded population of the RMRM

species in the Okanagan region increased by more than 390 times. That is, for every one

Rocky Mountain Ridged Mussel recorded between l-906 and 2002, over 392 RMRM were

found in just one study in just nine locations in 2Ol-3 and reported in 201-5' Still, this

information does not seem to have been assessed by COSEWIC, and does not seem to inform

the recommendation to up-list this species to endangered.

Also since 2OLO,the B.C. Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural

Development have conducted more surveys, identified more RMRM locations, and should

provide this information to COSEWIC for further assessment.

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The Fisheries and Oceans Canada Species at Risk Act Listing Policy and Directive for "Do Not

List" Advice,6.2.3. provides DFO with policy direction to provide "Do Not List" advicetothe

Minister to provide an option "to 'refer back' (to COSEWIC) when there is significant, credible

information that:

o Was not available to, or not considered by, COSEWIC at the time of the assessment,

and

r Could lead to a change in the conclusion that COSEWIC reached regarding the status

of the species."

Comment: ln addition tothe information on RMRM population numbers and healthy juvenile

recruitment, Mageroy also examined and identified some of the host-fish species which are

used by RMRM. The 201-0 COSEWIC report indicated that "host species in Canada are

unknown." (COSEWIC RMRM, 2O7O, v.) This is another indication that the species status

assessment by COSEWIC is outdated. Similarly, recent work by Snook (2018) identified more

of the substrate types that provide habitat for RMRM species, another unanswered question

given in the 2010 COSEWIC report.

Based on the Mageroy and Snook studies alone, there is "significant, credible information that

was not available to COSEWIC and could lead to a change in the conclusion that COSEWIC

reached regarding the status of the species." lt is likely that the Province of B.C. has further

new information that was not previously available and should be considered.

oth"er ay"ails"b-l.e_ lnf-srmatip"n""regar"ding 1[e-satus*andjhreax$"1p the -sP*Qeiesa

Significant assumptions have been made about this species and their decline in the

Okanagan based on a lack of scientific knowledge. ln the 20tO COSEWIC RMRM report

Technical Summary, out of 2l factors used to determine demographic, extent and occupancy

information , 1-Lwere listed as "unknown," 4 factors were listed as "possibly, likely or unlikely"

and only 6 factors including geographic range were listed with certainty or from direct

observation. Several of the unknown factors have now been studied in more detail and would

provide for a more evidence-based assessment by COSEWIC.

The 2O1O COSEWIC RMRM repoft also listed the following threats:

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t. lntroduction and establishment of the Zebra Mussel and/or Quagga Mussel in the

Okanagan River basin.

Comment: Since 2OLO, the Province of B.C. in coordination with other northwestern

jurisdictions has taken steps to prevent the introduction of invasive mussels. While these

invasive species still represent the most serious threat, new prevention activities likely reduce

the threat, and are another factor that has changed since 2010'

2. Ongoing foreshore/riparian development affecting quality/quantity of habitat

especially on lake shorelines.

Comment: While we agree that foreshore/riparian development continues to be a threat to

RMRM and aquatic habitat health in general, the regulations associated with the up-listing of

SARA do not provide any additional protection for the species'

Further, habitat in the RMRM Extent of occupancy area is generally improving from the

conditions which likely led to any decline in the species in the past. Water quality in many of

the main lakes of the Okanagan Basin has seen significant improvement since the 1960's,

through reduced nutrient loading. Riverine environments in the Okanagan are also

increasingly being protected and restored, and fish passage for potential host-fish species is

being put in place around previously impassable barriers which may have prevented the

species from moving in a natural way.

3. Regular rototilling of Eurasian Watermilfoil beds.

Comment: The assumption was made in both the 2010 COSEWIC RMRM report and the Annex

7 - Description of species being added or reclassified to Schedule 1- of the Species at Risk

Act section on RMRM. However, there has never been any consideration of the effect of the

invasive milfoil itself on the habitat of the RMRM. lntroduced in the 1960's, invasive Eurasian

water milfoil has significant effects on the substrate habitat conditions in many areas of the

Okanagan. While RMRM individuals have been identified on the fringes of milfoil rototilling

beds, there is no evidence that they can survive within dense milfoil beds that are left

uncontrolled.Limiting factors for RMRM survival in dense milfoil beds include lack of water flow, low

dissolved oxygen conditions, nutrient loading into the water column, and lower water

temperatures. Each of these factors is explained by Snook (2018) in her discussion of RMRM

critical habitat identification. lt is possible that failure to control invasive milfoil will lead to a

decrease in RMRM population and lower habitat quality.

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4. Channelization and water regulation in the Okanagan River

Comment: Snook (2018) showed that RMRM density is noticeably higher in locations along

channelized sections, while being "nearly absent from natural sections of Okanagan River"'

Since river channelization only occurred in the Okanagan in the 1950's, the population of

RMRM that colonizes these sections has demonstrated successfuljuvenile recruitment since

that time. This is another example of a conclusion drawn in 2010 by COSEWIC which should

be reconsidered based on new information.

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Annex 7 - Description of specles being added or reclassified to Schedule L of the Specles at

Rjsk Act sectlon on RMRM describes "several opportunities for consultation" that were

provided overtwo monthsfrom October201"t- November 201'1', and only 17 responses were

received. Of note, the report includes that "a face-to-face meeting (...) took place between DFO

management and the Okanagan Basin Water Board to discuss specific aspects of the

reclassification of the species."

The report states: "Opposition was mainly due to fear of anticipated increases in the

management costs of Eurasian Water Milfoil (an invasive aquatic plant), where rototilling is

used to eliminate the plant. However, management costs are not likely to change significantly

as a result of the listing of this mussel. Typically, the same areas are treated each year and

the mussel is unlikelyto be present in areas where rototilling has already occurred."

Comment: RMRM mussels have been found adjacent to areas where milfoil rototilling has

taken place for more than 30 years. Recent provincial restrictions have already significantly

increased management costs, while reducing the effectiveness of invasive milfoil control'

Further, the recent description of RMRM "critical habitat" by Snook for DFO means that

restrictions could be placed on any areas of potential RMRM habitat within 80 meters of shore

from the high-water mark, while provincial restrictions place a 100 meter buffer for each

individual RMRM. These requirements could lead to an 800 square meter exclusion zone for

milfoil control work around each new RMRM individual discovered in the future, even where

the new recording is directly adjacent to the boundary of a historical rototilling bed. This would

lead to significantly increased direct costs to the management program, contrary to the

conclusion reached in the report.

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These restrictions will have a very direct, immediate and si$nificant impact on the local

environment, economy, culture, and public enjoyment of the beaches as they are degraded

by invasive milfoil.

The report also states: "For new areas that would require rototilling to eliminate the invasive

plant, an environmental assessment would be required under the legislative requirements of

the Fisheries Act, which has administrative, information and miti$ation requirements similar

to those required for species listed under SARA. Therefore, incremental costs for Milfoil control

attributable to reclassifying the species to endangered under SARA would be negligible."

Comment: The Fisheries Act relies on the listing of a species under SARA as extirpated,

endangered or threatened to be in effect. Thus, the up-listing of RMRM would bring about

significant new legislative requirements under the Fisheries Act - ONLY in relation to the

SARA. Under the current listing as at-risk, the Fisheries Act requires the avoidance of "serious

harm" to RMRM, whereas the up-listing to endangered would require the avoidance of

"impacts" to RMRM - a significantly lower bar with significantly increased costs.

Further, the Benefits and Costs Analysis for RMRM on page l-9 of the Gazette indicates that

"there will not be any incremental costs to businesses as the majority of development that

could harm the species would require a Fisheries Act review."

Comment This analysis is flawed as it only accounts for direct costs associated with the

administration of the SARA regulations should the up-listing of RMRM be accepted. As outlined

in the next section, there will be significant indirect costs associated with both the new

requirements of the SARA permitting process, and the potential loss of milfoil control in newly

identified critical habitat areas.

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The listing of RMRM as an endangered species under SARA could trig$er significant added

burdens to proponents of any change in aquatic environments in the Okanagan without

offering significant and meaningful additional protections for the survival and recovery of the

species. Most significantly, increasing restrictions on milfoil control will have measurable

biological effects on other species, a direct negative socio-economic effect, as well as

potential negative effects on RMRM themselves (as outlined above).

1. The perimeters of areas that have already been subject to de-rooting for several

decades still show evidence of live RMRM and successful juvenile recruitment

(reproduction). Any damage to individual RMRM in these limited de-rooting areas

would have occurred long ago, are incidental to the activity, and it is unlikely that the

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method of milfoil control is having a negative population-level effect on the species,

given the limited total shoreline area where de-rooting occurs. More research in this

area is needed.

2. A provincially-commissioned report in 1991found thattermination of the milfoil control

program would lead to a projected economic decline of $85 million in annual tourism

revenue, $360 million in lost property value and over 1,700 job losses in the Okanagan

alone. The study also found the further loss of $40 million in provincial tourism

revenues, $3 million in lost provincial tax revenue and a further 800 job losses

province-wide. lt is likely that the numbers today are much hi$her given the dramatic

population, economic and tourism growth in the valley in the last 28 years. This report

was not taken into consideration in the RIAS.

Reasgnable alternatives. feasiblg meAsurgs to minimize impact*3nd

ieopardizing-the survival-or recpvery of the species

Should the order to up-list RMRM be approved, the following would apply:

"ln order to authorize an activity that would otherwise be prohibited under SARA, the

Minister of Fisheries ancl Oceans must be of the opinion that one of the following conditions

is met:

the activity is scientific research relating to the conservation of the species and is

conducted by qualified Personsthe activity benefits the species or is required to enhance its chance of survival in the

wild

or affecting the species is incidental to carrying out the activity (i.e. is not the purpose

of the activity)

As well, the Minister must be of the opinion that all three of the following conditions are met:

l-. all reasonable alternatives to the activity that would reduce the impact on the

species have been consiclered and the best solution has been adopted

2. all feasible measures will be taken to minimize the impact of the activity on the

species or its critical habitat or the residences of its individuals

3. and the activity will not jeop ardize the survival or recovery of the species"

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Some B.C. provincial staff have asserted that milfoil in the Okanagan can be controlled

through summer harvesting, which we conduct in limited areas where rototilling is already

restricted, or where underwater infrastructure makes rototilling unfeasible. This short-term

method does not have the same beneficial effects on water quality and habitat, does not

prevent anoxic conditions at the lake bottom, and because it occurs during the plant's growing

season, also spreads fragments which can lead to increased infestations in other areas.

Harvesting is less effective than de-rooting as the plant grows back to the surface within four

to six weeks of treatment, and the root systems are allowed to spread and densify. Harvesting

also creates an increased danger to public safety through increased weed growth in swimming

areas, as the machines enter swimming areas during beach-use, and operate in peak boating

season. Harvesting is also less cost-effective and requires more equipment and on-shore

infrastructure to collect and transfer the weeds to land for disposal. Finally, the harvesting

season is only two months long; too short a window to treat the extensive areas of milfoil

infestation in five major lakes. Harvesting is not a reasonable alternative to de-rooting for

milfoil control, it is a less-effective aesthetic-only method which has limited benefitto aquatic

health, and given the size of the infested treatment areas, is cost-prohibitive.

The only known effective alternative to milfoil rototilling is the use of aquatic herbicides which

is not socially acceptable for use in source drinking waters, and is not authorizedfor use in

Canada.

Feasible Measures to Minimize lmpact

Current policy in both provincial regulations and through SARA suggest that relocation of

mussels out of a proposed work area is a feasible measure to reduce species impact.

However, relocation of RMRM has been shown to also be detrimental and in many cases,

difficult to conduct, and prohibitively expensive in larger areas. Through an experiment in

20L3,50 RMRM relocated to a control site were surveyed four months after relocation. Only

2Llive mussels were recorded at that site, suggesting less than 50% survival of RMRM at four

months after relocation. Based on the cost of relocation and the limited change of RMRM

survival, it is not a feasible measure to minimize impact to individuals, and is also not likely

to have a population-level effect.

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Jeopardizing the survival or recovery of the species

COSWEIC acknowledges that only 5% of RMRM global habitat is in Canada, and is limited to

the Okanagan Basin. Because juvenile RMRM are carried on host fish, the greater threat to

the survival of the species is likely the prevention of fish passage through hydroelectric dams,

and water control structures causing habitat fragmentation. Most of these structures in the

broader Okanagan/Columbia basin exist in the United States, outside the control of SARA. ln

the Okanagan Basin, river channelization, water pollution and invasive milfoil introduction all

occurred in a period between 1950 and 1975. While foreshore and riparian development

continue to be a problem for RMRM and other species, the greatest threat likely occurred

during that time period of rapid negative habitat change'

Since !97Q, RMRM have successfully re-established in dense numbers in the channelized

sections of the Okanagan River, have demonstrated successful juvenile recruitment in lake

and river environments, and have enjoyed the benefit of significantly improved water quality,

reduced nutrient loading, enhanced fish passage and increasing legal protection. Further,

there is no evidence that RMRM prefer the same habitat as invasive milfoil, or that they can

even survive in dense milfoil beds. Although rototilling for milfoil control may have negative

effects for individual RMRM, the harm would be incidental to the carrying out of the activity,

and may even provide broader benefits for the population based on enhanced habitat for

other species, including potential host fish. The limited scope of milfoil rototilling (a small

fraction of the lake shores) is also unlikely to have population-level effects to RMRM.

&nclutsionWith the current information available based on locally-controllable processes, it is as likely

that RMRM is in a recovery stage compared to the 1950-70's as it is that they are in decline

in the Canadian Okanagan region. However, COSEWIC and other sources assert that $lobalpopulations of freshwater mussels are in decline. The broader global conditions such as

climate change and related increases in extreme events, effects on habitat conditions and

other processes that could negatively affect freshwater mussel populations will not be

addressed through the proposed changes in SARA.

We strongly believe that the Minister should recommend to the Governor in Council that the

matter be referred back to COSEWIC for review of newly available information. We also

strongly support the re-assessment of the RIAS, as the current version is based on old

information, false conclusions and assumptions, despite other information being available.

Finally, we believe new consultations should be held to better inform the advice $iven to the

Minister.

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Anna Warwick Sears

Executive Director

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ln addition to these comments to the Canada Gazette process, we will be providing a letter

directly to the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and our local Members of Parliament to make

them aware of our concerns. We will also be requesting feedback to the Minister from local

governments, First Nations and local stakeholders to ensure that any decision is based on full

and recent consultations, rather than a limited Regulatory lmpact Analysis Statement

informed by information from 2OtO and very limited consultations from 2ott.

We would be happy to engage further with your office on this issue which affects the Okanagan

region, economy, ecosystem and Okanagan communities'

Sincerely,

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBMITTED BY: Craig BroderickManager, Current PlanningHazel ChristyPlanner

SUBJEGT:

GOUNCIL MEETING: REG tr cOW n Uc nCOUNCIL MEETING DATE: MaY 13,2019REPORT DATE: April 29,2019FILE: CR100011

CANNABIS BUSINESS LICENCE APPLICATION FOR 2813A - 35TH STREET

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To review the referral received from the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) and provide the

City of Vernon's recommendation for the LCRB's consideration in their review of the Non-Medical Cannabis

Retail Store (CRS) Licence application.

REGOMMENDATION:

THAT Council provide a positive recommendation to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB)

regarding Cannabis Retail Store application (Job#002058) (CR100011) with respectto theapplication to

esiablish a Non-Medical cannabis retail sales business on Lo|2, Plan 3097, DL 72, ODYD, exc. Pcl A,

DD132090F (28134 - 35th Street);

AND FURTHER, that the LCRB be advised that council's support of the subject cannabis retail store

application addresses the LCRB resolution criteria in the following manner:


i. The proposed new premis e at2813A - 35th Street is within the C8 - Central Business District

zone, and a cannabis retail store is a permitted use within this commercialzone.

b) The general impact on the community if the application is approved:

i. Council considers that approval of a cannabis retail store at this location would have minimal

impact on the community as long as all federal, provincial and municipal regulations are

adhered to.

c) The public consultation process consists of 169 stakeholder referral letters being sent to internal' departments, agencies and to all businesses, property owners and occupants within 30 m of the

sublect properti. One "no .objection" response, eight negative responses, a 43 signature petition

agalnst the proposal and three positive responses were received.

AND FURTHER, that the report from the Manager, Current Planning dated April 29, 2019 be provided to

the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch to document the City of Vernon's consideration of the location

of the proposed cannabis reiail store, the means of public consultation and the summary of input received

with respect to Cannabis Retail Store application CRL00011.

ALTERNATIVES & IM PLICATIONS:

1. THAT Council provide a NEGATIVE recommendation to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch

regarding Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Store application (Job#002058) (CR100011) with resoect to the' r-93

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application to establish a cannabis retail sales business on Lot 2, Plan 3097, DL72, ODYD, exc' PclA,

DD132090F (2513A - 35th Street).

Note: This alternative does not support the cannabis busrness licence application, and therefore the

cannabis retail store licence would not receive further consideration from the Liquor and Cannabis

Regulation Branch.

ANALYSIS:


N/A

B. Rationale:

1. The subject property is located at2813A - 35th Street, as shown onFigures 1 and 2. The retail cannabisstore is proposed to be located withinan existing commercial building. Othertenants within the same building areThe Right Cut hairstYlists and KgGrooming. Okaped Physio is locatedimmediately north of the property anda residence is located on the lot southof the subject ProPertY. A seniors'residence, the Vernon PensionersAccommodation Society, is located tothe rear of the subject ProPertY.

Figure 1 - Property Location Map

2. The applicant has aPPlied for a

Cannabis Retail Store licence to theLiquor and Cannabis RegulationBranch (LCRB) (Job#002058). As a

result, the Province has referred theapplication to the City of Vernon forconsideration by Council. Should theLCRB support the aPPlication andissue a licence to the applicant, theCannabis Business Licence would beprocessed. A Cannabis BusinessLicence cannot be issued if the LCRBdoes not issue its licence.

3. No changes to parking, access or theexterior of the tenant space areproposed other than fascia signagewhich would require a sign permit fromthe City of Vernon, as well as approvalof the signage wording and logo Figure 2 - Aerial View of Propertythrough the provincial licensingprocels. The site is zoned C8 - Central Business District, which does not require on-site parking

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Section 33 of the Cannabis Control and Licensing Act requires that local governments be notified of an

application, and that if the localgovernment decidLs to give comments and recommendations, they must

gather the views of residents within a prescribed area'

The Cannabis Business Licence application was referred to 19 staff departments and external agencies

as well as 169 business, property'owners and occupants within 30 m of the subject property (3 letters

were returned).

A total of 5 responses were received, including one "no objection" response, eight negative responses,

a +C signature petition against the proposal, ind three positive responses were received (Attachment

2).

The City of Vernon has received 14 referrals to date from the provincial Liquor and Cannabis Regulation

Branch'(LRCB) for non-medical cannabis retail establishments, 7 of which have been for locations

proposed within the primary and secondary areas of th9 Vernon Downtown Business lmprovement Area'

To date, Council nas provioed positive ,"Lorm"ndations for ten (10) applications and have forwarded

input to ihe provincial Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LRCB) for their review. The 4 addresses

within the primary and decondary BIA area are that have been fonruarded to the Province are: 3301 -31"t Street; 3301 - 30th Avenue; 2913 - 30th Avenue; and, 3300 - 31't Avenue. The three other

application addresses are:2813A - 3sth Street (subject application); 3109 - 3oth Avenue; and, 3116 -30th Avenue.

The provincial Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LRCB) has not informed the City as to the status

of any of the referred applications.

At its Regular Meeting of Tuesday, April 23,2019, passed the following resolution:

"THAT Council directs Administration to limit the number of Cannabis Shops within the Primary

and Secondary BIA area of the City of Vernon, to six (6) Licensed Cannabis Retail Shops;

AND FURTHER, that Administration monitor and report back in one year's time."

G. Attachments:


Attachment 2 - Copies of stakeholder comments received

D. Council's strateqic Plan 2015 - 2018 Goals/Deliverables:

The subject application involves the following objectives in Council's Strategic Plan 2015 - 2Q18'


1. council gave final reading to Zoning Bylaw Amendme nt #5731 on December 11, 2018 to allow retail

cannabis sales as a primary ,r" riitt'''in selected commercial zones. Applicants must apply for and

receive a Cannabis Business Licence from the City of Vernon, following the processing and approval of

a provincial licence from the Liquor and cannabis Regulation Branch. A Building Permit or sign Permit

may also be required to address necessary tenant improvements.

2. At its Regular Meeting of Tuesday, April 23,2019, passed the following resolution:

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BU DGET/RESOURGE IMPLICATIONS:

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Submitted by user: AnonymousSubmitted values are:

Send my inquiry to: Plan:ring & Building Services

Name: kinna green

Email Address:Telephone:queition or Message: NO TO Cannabis in or near ow residence, It is bad enough having to listen to dogs

Uirt<i"g continuously day and night from this location. Furtheruore having to smell the stench that S+** is

beyond what we need.

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on Mon, Apr 8, 2019,10:08 AM CSB Reception, <[email protected]* wrote:

your email has been received. Please repiy to this email with the address (street/ave) of the particular

Cannabis Store you are referring to.

Eva Cassidy

Secretary, Community Tnfrastnrcture and Development Services

Community Services Building, 3001 - 32 Avenue, Vernon, 8.C., VlT 2L8

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CANNABIS BUSINESS LIGENCE APPLICATIONREFERRAL RESPONSE FORM

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Gordon Stewart Date April 2, 2019

RCMP Department Vernon North Okanagn Detachment

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please indicate whether your agency or department's interests are affected by the

subject application by checking on of the following boxes (please use the space

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Vernon Pensioners Accommodation Society#109 3400 Coldstream Avenue, Vernon, BC, VlT 8B5

Tel: 250-542-7L54 - Fax: 7qn-542-1148Email:

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April 9th 2019

Attn of Craig BroderickCity of Vernon3001 32nd AvenueVernon, BC, VlT 2LB

Dear Craig

Re - Stakeholder comments - Cannabis Retail License Application#OOO11 for Lot 2, Plan 3097, DL 72, ODYD exc' PCL A DD132O9OF(28f 3A - 35th Street

We have had many of our tenants coming to us, very upset and some angry,

by the recent letter everyone received regarding the above.

The tenants have asked that their concerns are written down so that they

can sign it like a petition as they worry, they're not able to write letters

themselves due to poor hand writing or able to put their thoughts into a

letter.

Tenants are concerned that this will bring more of the street people hanging

around this area and, they feel we already have enough. It scares them,

and this is just too close to home for them. Some of our tenants have been

mugged, held at knifepoint, followed and they're just plain fed up with it'They say we have enough problems here without adding to it.

The tenants feel that this is not a good location at all with so many seniors'

buildings around that area plus the NONA building which is full of kids' Itsbad enough to have the stores downtown but why bring a store so close to

apartments buildings. Keep the stores away from homes'

We have the new building going up for the street people on the corner of

35th and 27th, is having a Cannabis Store so close a good idea? Tenants do

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was bad, Will this waft to the apartments? It could and most likely will.

VpAS intend to build more apartments for seniors which will be closer to the

store, closer.to the foul smell'

Signatures of tenants below are strongly opposed to having the above be

issued with a Cannabis Retail License for the reasons in this letter'

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CSB ReceptionAttn Craig Broderick

Hi Craig, l,m sorry that l'm a day late but the board of directors wanted to respond to the letter of April 12019

Regarding the cannabis retail license application #00011.

The board would like to respond that they feel this is not the best location for this store. Has the City thought

about security in the area? They are concerned for the tenants and people around the area and hope that the

City will consider keeping these stores to the downtown 30th street area.

Thanking youLesley WaughmanManager for Vernon Pensioners Accommodation Society



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dgi*cilO ilJune Hawkins

#103 2806 35 Street

Vernon BC V1T685

April 15,201.9

Dear Mr. Broderick,

I am writing this tetter to comment on the application for the Cannabis Retail License at 2813A 35 Stredt

in Vernon.

I am an owner in the strata complex Swanbrook Estates which is located just across the street from the

location mentioned above. My concern with this application is the lack of parking.

35th Sffeet fills with vehicles early each morning. One side of the street is metered and the other is not.

Those unmetered spaces fill by 8 o'clock each morning'

Swanbrook Estates is located aross the alleyway from the Schell Motel. On our side of the alley is our

private visitor parking. lt is already an issue with vehicles parking in those spots during the daY and my

fear is that with the added need for more parking with this location application, those spaces will be

filled to an even greater degree.

I am therefore opposed to this application because of the lack of parking and the possible infringement

on our already stressed parking spaces'

Thank you for your time

Sincerely,

June Hawkins

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From: Teeter Totter ToYs

Monday, April 15, 20L9 11:54 AM

CSB Reception

Subject Stakeholder Comments - Cannabis License Application

Re: Stakeholder Comments - Cannabis Retail License Application #00011 -(28L3A - 35th Street)

I suspect that parking will be a big issue as our lot is often full. we don't want to be forced to have a parking attendant

as do Safeway and Nature's Fare. This extra cost will not be sustainable going forward.

I am very concerned that the transient's will return to our area with all the problems we've had to deal with for the past

few years such as graffiti, discarded needles, garbage, foul language, etc. To deal with these issues we have had to gate

and fence off our loading dock. We still see garbage and needles being discarded on the property'

potential loss of customers due to perceptions about cannabis use and the dangers they see regarding children. As we

are a retail toy store, lost sales will be disastrous.

For these concerns and others it is our preference that a license NoT be granted for this location.

Richard Manders

Teeter Totter ToYs


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Sandra McleanTuesday, April 16, 2019 10:17 AM

CSB Receptionre canabis retail Plan 3097

Application #001L for lot @ plan 3og7 DL 72 2813 A - 35th street Vernon I don't think you have enough ground

rules the shop on 30th was letting people smoke in there with no ventilation when you walked by you smelled

it and the smog was quite visible not good how come the rules are so lax the shop in Coldstream does not

have that problem nobody sits in there and smokes I cannot support a place that willtake up parking I

personally have allergies to smoke so I cannot support this . too many shops how many are you allowing in this

town yours Sincerely Sandra Mclean

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Suzan Rosr

Friday, April L9, 20\9 9:47 AM

CSB ReceptionStakeholder comment #00011Subject:

I am opposed to the license being granted to this application'

1. Inadequate parking2. A very high proportion of senior citizens live in this area and walk with assistive devices in this

neighbourhood,creating a dangerous situation.

3. Less than a block u*uy, on th" same street, a supportive housing development for residents is opening

shortly, some of whom are endeavouring to stay free from substances, including marijuana. As a community,

let's help set them up for success.

Suzan Ross



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c grass

Monday, April22,2019 9:38 PM

CSB ReceptionRe: Cannabis Retail License Application #00011- (2813--3Sth Street)

Stakehholder Comments of Cynthia A Grass, 208-2506 35th Street, Vemon BC, VIT 685

Dear Mr. Broderick

I am against this application moving forward for many reasons.

Most importantly I feel the location is ill advised for the following reasons:

1.The *"u o1our side of 35th St. is populated by people 55 years of age and much older.

In our Strata development of l8 units --at least lli of the units are owned by people 75 years of age or older.

Many owners in Swan Brook Estates are not comfortable with the above type of retail store. It is enough that we

have The Mission only a couple of blocks away and a development to house the homeless and drug users

hoping to improve their lives (with societies help).

2. In the same block just behind our Strata is a long standing care facility by tfre name of The Vemon Rest

Home. Many of thesl elderly use the lane off 35th St (by our Strata) to walk from The Vernon Rest Home to

30th Ave to shop. They are vulnerable individuals who are nervous walking in this areaakeady.

2. Thesmall lane that offers access to the proposed business is narrow and not suitable for public parking. Our

area is already very short of parking rpu"" foi the existing small businesses on 30th Ave. Where the Lane ends

for the proposed business there is a-small seemingly abandoned orchard--the grass, bushes and trash are a fire

hazardfor any butt ihrown away. Of the three houses next to the above lane2 out of three houses are boarded

up and would appeal to break-ins and fires.

3. The Vernon RCMp have worked for many years to clear prostitutes and drug dealers from this block. A dead

end small alley hidden (for the most pag off iSth St offers a perfect spot for individuals to offer sales of illicit

drugs and prostitutes to the in creased foot traffic in that alley.

4. I think there are other merchants on 30th Ave with-in three or four blocks offering cannabis for sale.

Thank you for listening. I know there are other people in our Strata that would like to comment, but they are

mobility challenged and do not have wifi. How can I get their comments to you

Could they sign i sheet? or can I bring their names to you? They agree with me and do not want the application

to move ahead.

please allow more time so they may let you know what they think. Because of the Easter Holiday City Hall has

been unavailable, as has the libreary to access wifi. This is an important issue to everyone I have talked to.

Best regards,Cynthia Grass


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I totally disagree cannabis business around my area.

It will cause many different probloms like parking, fire and other crime.

No Cannabis.

Sue Kim



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SUKIIDEV SINGH NAHAL3708 Commonage Plade, Vernon, BC VIT 8V6

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April23,2019

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City of Vemon3400 30th StreetVernon, BC V1T 5E6

Attention: Craig Broderick

Dear Sirs:

Re: Stakeholder Comments ' Cannabis Retail Licenee Application #00011

In response to your letter dated April 1, z}lg,Iwrite in support of the above noted application. Iu- udur. ofthe application and the application group. The following are the reasons that I support

this application:

1. Ownership GrouP:

t Legally sound business group with a solid business plan

r Financially secure and well-funded to establish a store uihich will thrive in this

location

r LocallY owned and oPerated

* Experienced management team with a background in real estate and retail

operations

il. Support oflocal legal and accounting professionals

* Local ties to the community and history of giving back to the community is

altractive

* Expressed willingness to work with the Downtown Vernon Association, City of

Vemon, RCMP and other groups to ensure a smooth transition into this new legal

framework and causing minimal disruption to other interest groups

* Expressed a willingness to work with neighbouring businesses in the initial set up

and operation of the store front with a commitment to adjust policies as need be to

minimize disruption to neighbouring properties

e Zerc involvement in the grey market

2- Location

Discrete location wtrictr is well suited for a successful business that will rneet the

needs and concerns ofthe community{t

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commercial zoning

r Easy access to the properly along the bus route

o Away from parks, schools and community recreation seniices which are

frequented by minors

* Lnprovements proposed will improve the surrormding area

3. Security Procedures

r Strict ID checking policies

? Signage prohibiting minors

t Products will not be visibte from the exterior of the business

r Security technology will be installed on location which will include cameras both

inside and outside of the building, alarm systems, secute storage of products,

secwe entrances and exits and barred windows'

For the above reasons we believe this group will serve the need for legal cannabis stores well for

many years to come.

SUKIIDEV (DAVE) SINGII NAHAL

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Cityof Vernon3400 30e StreetYernrn, BC VlT sEd

A.ttentian: Craig Broderick

Deaf Sirs:

Rs StakeholderConnments-CannabisRetaitlicenceApplicationf000ll

In response to your lette,r datsd Apdl 1, 2019, I write in support of the above noted application. Iam aware of the application aad the appliatitn graup. The following. are the reasons that Isupport rhi s applicatioa.

The ornrnership ieamh*rs had zero iavolvemont iathe greymarkel They arewell-fuadedto ensure

a business that wilt thrive in the corrmrmity. The management team comes from a real estate

backgrouad, has e:*€Esive experience in retail operaii*ns and has local legal and accorinting

professionals working with them. Ties to the community ars well established and lpng standing.

The tearn is invested in rrorkiag with community laembers to ensure a smooih transition into this

new legal framework with minimal disqlfion to other interes grouFs- The team is willing to

work with ueigbborring businesses in the iniiial set up and aperalian of the store front with a

continued commituent to adjust policies 1s minimize disnrption to neighbouring properties.

The locatian of the proposed business is well suited. to meet the nseds of the cornrrunity and

improve the surormding area. The proposedbusiness site is discrete and is located away from

parks, schools aad. ecmmunity recreations serrrices ftequenfed by minors- The zoning of the

property is appropriate for this !'pe of business operation- In addition, the swrounding. area is

zoned for eommercial use'

The security meu6ures praposed^ will ensure the praducts are nct visible &om the exterior of the

business and the products will be securely stored ou loeatioa. $ecurity teehaology including

interisr and exterior cameras and alarm systems will be installed on locafion" In addition, the

enfoatrces and exits will be secured and windows will be barred'

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For the above reasons, I qrn confi.dent tre group will esbbfish a tbriving business which willbenefit the community for years to come.

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Aprl.23,2019

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City ofVernon3400 30th StreetVernonn BC VIT 586

Attention: Craig Broderick

Dear Sirs

Re: Stakeholder Comments - Cannabis Retail Licence Applieation #00011

In response to your letterto our office dated April LZAlg,we write in support of the above noted

application

We are aware of the application and the application group. The following are the reasons that we

support this aPPlication:

l. Ownership Group is a sound business group with a solid business plan' The group is

financially secure and well-funded to establish a store which will thrive in this location.

The business group is locally owned and operated and the management team has extensive

experience in retail operations and coms from a real estate background. Furthennore, they

have the support oflocal legal and accounting professionals. The groups local ties to the

community and their history of giving baek to the community is athactive' The ownership

group has expressed their willingness to work with the Downtown Vemon Association,

City of Vernon, RCMP and other groups to ensure a smooth transition into this new legal

framework and causing minimal disruption to other interest groups" In addition, they have

expressed a willingness to work with neighbouring businesses in the initial set up and

operation of the store front with a sommifinent to adjust policies as need be to minimize

disruption to neighbouring properties'

z. The location of the properly discrete therefore it is well suited for a successful business

which will meet the needs and concerns of the community. The zoning is appropriate for

this type of business operation. Sunounding properties have commercial zoning" There is

easy access to the property along the bus route and it is away from parks, schools and

community recreation services which are frequented by minors' The improvements

proposed will improve the surroundiflgarca'

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3. The proposed security procedures will ensure strict ID checking policies, signage which

states that no minors are permitted in the business and no visibility of products from the

exterior ofthe business. Furthermore, security technology will be installed on location

which witl include cameras both inside and outside of the building, alarm systems, secure

storage of products, seclue entrances and exits and baued windows.

For the above reasons we believe this group will sewe the need for legal cannabis stores well formany years to come.

1111988 B.C. LTD.

STIKHDEV SINGH NAHAL

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Wednesday, April24,2019 10:33 AM

CSB ReceptionAttn Craig Broderick

Hi Craig, l,m sorry that l'm a day late but the board of directors wanted to respond to the letter of April I2oL9

Regarding the cannabis retail license application #00011.

The board would like to respond that they feel this is not the best location for this store. Has the city thought

about security in the area? They are concerned for the tenants and people around the area and hope that the

City will consider keeping these stores to the downtown 30th street area.

Thanking youLesley WaughmanManager for Vernon Pensioners Accommodation Society



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Vernon Pensioners Accommodation Society#109 3400 Coldstream Avenue, Vernon, BC, V1T 885

Tel: 250-542-]-L54 - Fax: 250-542-1148

McCulloch Court Builcling

April 9th 2019

Attn of Craig BroderickCity of Vernon3001 32nd AvenueVernon, BC, VlT 2LB

Dear Craig

Re - Stakeholder comments - Cannabis Retail License Application#OOO11 for Lot 2, Plan 30197, DL72t ODYD exc. PCL A DD132O9OF

(2813A - 35th Street

We have had many of ourtenants coming to us, very upset and Some angrY,

by the recent letter everyone received regarding the above'

The tenants have asked that their concerns are written down so that they

can sign it like a petition as they worry, they're not able to write letters

themselves due to poor hand writing or able to put their thoughts into a

letter.

Tenants are concerned that this will bring more of the street people hanging

around this area and, they feel we already have enough. It scares them,

and this is just too close to home for them. Some of our tenants have been

mugged, held at knifepoint, followed and they're just plain fed up with it.They say we have enough problems here without adding to it.

The tenants feel that this is not a good location at all with so many seniors'

buildings around that area plus the NONA building which is full of kids. Itsbad enough to have the stores downtown but why bring a store so close to

apartments buildings. Keep the stores away from homes.

We have the new building going up for the street people on the corner of35th and 27rh, is having a Cannabis Store so close a good idea? Tenants do

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like when the stores opened downtown, when you walked past, the smell

was bad. Will this waft to the apartments? It could and most likely will.

VpAS intend to build more apartments for seniors which will be closer to the

store, closer to the foul smell.

Signatures of tenants below are strongly opposed to having the above be

issued with a Cannabis Retail License for the reasons in this letter'

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBMITTED BY: Craig BroderickManager, Current PlanningHazel ChristyPlanner

SUBJEGT:

GOUNCIL MEETING: REG X COW n UG nCOUNGIL MEETING DATE: MaY 13,2019REPORT DATE: April 30, 2019FILE: CRL0001 2 (4330-20)

CANNABIS BUSINESS LICENCE APPLICATION FOR 2808A _ 48TH AVENUE

PURPOSE:

To review the referral received from the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) and provide the

City of Vernon's recommendation for the LCRB's consideration in their review of the Non-Medical Cannabis

Retail Store (CRS) Licence application.

REGOMMENDATION:

THAT Council provide a positive recommendation to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB)

regarding Cannabis Retail Store application (Job#001997) (CRL0O01?)__with respect to the application to

establish a Non-Medical cannabis retail sales business on Lot 4, Plan 25009 (2808A - 48th Avenue);

AND FURTHER, that the LCRB be advised that council's support of the subject cannabis retail store

application addresses the LCRB resolution criteria in the following manner:


i. The proposed new premise at 2808A - 48th Avenue is within the C5 - Community

Commercialzone, and a cannabis retail store is a permitted use within this commercialzone.

b) The general impact on the community if the application is approved:

i. Council considers that approval of a cannabis retail store at this location would have minimal

impact on the community as long as all federal, provincial and municipal regulations are

adhered to.

c) The public consultation process consists of 168 stakeholder referral letters being sent to internal' departments, agencies and to all businesses, property owners and occupants within 30 m of the

subject property. One positive response was received'

AND FURTHER, that the report from the Manager, Current Planning dated April 30, 2019 be provided to

the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch to dbcument the City of Vernon's consideration of the location

of the proposed cannabis retail store, the means of public consultation and the summary of input received

with respect to cannabis Retail store application cRL00012.

ALTERNATIVES & IMPLIGATIONS:

1. THAT Council provide a NEGATIVE recommendation to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch

regarding Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Store application (Job#001997) (CRLOAC1A with respect to the

apltication to establish a cannabis retail sales business on Lot 4, Plan 25009 (280SA - 48th Avenue).

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Nofe: This alternative does not support the cannabr.s busrness licence applicatign, and therefore the

cannabis retail store licence woutd not receive further consideration from the Liquor and cannabis

Regulation Branch

ANALYSIS:


N/A

B. Rationale:

The subject ProPertY is located at

2808A - 48th Avenue, as shown on

Figures 1 and 2. fhe retail cannabis

store is proposed to be located within

an existing commercial building. Othertenants within the same building are:

Johnson's Communication; Explornet;North Okanagan Accounting; VernonTreatment Centre; Truth & Glory

Tattoo; and B & D Laundromat. Thereare no sensitive populations or land

uses close bY (i.e. schools, Parks,daycares).

The applicant has aPPlied for a

Cannabis Retail Store licence to the

Liquor and Cannabis RegulationBranch (LCRB) (Job#001997)' As aresult, the Province has referred the

application to the City of Vernon forconsideration by Council. Should the

LCRB suPPort the aPPlication and

issue a licence to the applicant, the

Cannabis Business Licence would be

processed. A Cannabis BusinessLicence cannot be issued if the LCRB

does not issue its licence.

Figure 1 - ProPertY Location MaP

3. Under the business name of "Black

Crow", the owners of this businessoperated a dispensary since April2014with new owners taking over the

business in the Fall of 2018' The new

owners were very cooPerative and

fulfilled the requirements of the Figure 2 - Aerial View of ProPertY

Temporary Use Permit sYstem. As of

October 17, 2018, due to Provincial

legislation, tney ceaslJ selling cannabis and the store has remained cannabis free. The store has

remained open to pr*io" elucational information to customers and to sell retail products (i'e'

glassware). There have been no bylaw incidents and Bylaw Enforcement has no objections to the

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4. No changes to parking, access or the gxterior of the tenant space are proposed other than fascia signage

which would require i sign permit from the City of Vernon, as well as approval of the signage wording

and logo grroujrr the proiincial licensing proceis. The site is zoned C5 - community commercial.

5. Section 33 of the cannabis control and Licensing Act requires that local governments be notified of an

application, and that if the localgovernment decides to give comments and recommendations, they must

gaiher the views of residents within a prescribed area'

6. The Cannabis Business Licence application was referred to 18 staff departments and external agencies

as well as 149 business, property owners and occupants within 30 m of the subject property (l0letters

were returned).

7. One response in support of the proposal was received. (Attachment 2)'

g. The City of Vernon has received 14 referrals to date from the provincial Liquor and Cannabis Regulation

Branch (LRGB) for non-medical cannabis retail establishments, seven of which have been for locations

proposed within the primary and secondary areas of the Downtown vernon Association Business

lmprovement Area (BlA). To date, council has provided positive.recommendations for ten (10)

applications, four of which are located in the BlA, and have forwarded input to the pro_vincial Liquor and

Cannabis Regulation Branch (LRcB) for their review. This application is not within the Downtown vernon

Association Business lmprovement Area'

The provincial Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LRcB) has not informed the City as to the status

of any of the referred applications.

g. At its Regular Meeting of Tuesday, April 23,2019, passed the following resolution:

.THAT Council directs Administration to limit the number of Cannabis Shops within the Primary


AND FURTHER, that Administration monitor and report back in one year's time'"

This application is not within the Downtown Vernon Association Business lmprovement Area.

G. Attachments:


Attachment 2 - Copies of stakeholder comments received

D. Council's strateqic Ptan 2015 - 2018 Goals/Deliverables:

The subject application, CRL00012 involves the following objectives in Council's Strategic Plan2o15 -2018:


1. Council gave final reading to Zoning BylawAmendment#5731 on December 11,2018 to allow retail

cannabis sales as a primary ur" riitrin selected commercial zones. Applicants must apply for and

receive a Cannabis Business Licence from the City of Vernon, following the processing and approval of

a provincial licence from the Liquor and cannabis Regulation Branch. A Building Permit or Sign Permit

may also be required to address necessary tenant improvements.

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Bryan JohnsonThursday, April 18,20191:30 PM

CSB ReceptionCannabis Licence Application #00012

Hello Craig Broderick,I am the president of Johnson's Communication Systems Inc. and the nextdoorneighbor of Black Crow Herbal Solutions.

I am in full Support of Black Crow being granted a licence to sell Cannabis and itproducts.

Matt is a good neighbor and he should be approved for a Cannabis licence.

Thank you,

Bryan JohnsonService ManagerJohnson's Communication Systems Inc.

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBMITTED BY: Laurie Cordell, ManagerLong Range Planning andSustainability

COUNCIL MEETING: REG X cOW I Uc nGOUNCIL.MEETING DATE: MaY 13,2019REPORT DATE: MaY 2,2019FILE: 5280-03

SUBJECT: URBAN BEEKEEPING . ANIMAL REGULATION AND ANIMAL POUND BYLAW

UPDATE

PURPOSE:

To provide Council with an amendment to the Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252 in

response to comments from the ProvincialApiculturist regarding urban beekeeping.

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council approve amending Animal Regulations and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252 as shown in

Attachment 1 of the report tiled UTba n Beekeeping - Animat Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw Update

dated May 2,2019 fiom the Manager, Long Ringe Planning and Sustainability in support of urban

beekeeping.

ALTE VES & IM TIONS:

1. THAT Council receive for information the report titled lJrban Beekeeping - Animal Regulation and Animalpound Bylai Update dated May 2,2019 from the Manager, Long Range Planning and Sustainability.

Note: Should Council opt to receive the report for information only, no amendments would be made to

the City,s regulationsfo address the Provincial Apicutturists concern regarding the need for solid fending

in urban beekeePing.

ANALYSIS:


N/A

B. Rationale:

At the public Hearing of March 25,2019 Council received a letterfrom the ProvincialApiculturist (Attachment

2) that indicated iliat a solid fence or hedge provides more benefit in eliminating conflicts between

nLighbourg and urban bees than the setback in the current regulations does. ln order to address this

concern, Administration is recommending that all hives be sited behind a solid fence or hedge as shown in

Attachment 1.

C. Attachments:

Attachment 1 - proposed amendments to Animal Regulations and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252

Attachment 2 - Email response from Paul van Westendorp, ProvincialApiculturist

D. Gouncil's Strateqic Plan Goals/Deliverables:229

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The 2019 -2022 Council Strategic Plan is currently under development.


. Animal Regulations and Animal Pound Bylaw #szs2regulates the keeping of animals in the City of

Vernon.. Zoning Bylaw #5000 includes Urban Beekeeping. Bylaw t,totice Enforcement Bylaw #5250 and Municipal Ticketing lnformation System Bylaw #5300

provides progressive bylaw enforcement mechanisms.

BUDG SOURGE IMPLI TIONS:

N/A

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of 6m from the property line (see Figure 1); or

b. Elevated such that the underside of the beehive is raised a minimum of 2'0m

above ground level sited behind a solid fence or hedge that is at least 1.8m in

height,-in which case the 7.5m setback from the front of the beehive may be

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Attachment 2

From:To:Subject:Date:Attachments:

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Laurie Cordell

FW: Vernon"s Regulative Updates for Urban Hobby Beekeeping

Wednesday, March 20, 2079 4:02"22PM

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From: Paul van WestendorP

Sent: Wednesday, March 20,2019 2:53 PM

To: Jing Niu <[email protected]>

Cc: P vW <paul.vanwestendorp@gov'bc.ca>

subject: Fwd: Vernon's Regulative Updates for Urban Hobby Beekeeping

HiJing,

I went through the documentation and everything looks ok, except in reference to S.5.17.1

This section refers to minimum distances. I'm aware that other municipalities have adopted

the same conditions but from a bee behaviour perspective, it is not very meaningful.

I assume the minimum distance provision is intended to reduce "risk" to the public.

The requirement of a minimum distance of 7.5 meters from the property line with the entrance

oriented in a prescribed manner has no bearing at all on the exposure risk of anyone outside

the property.Whfn u roiony is established in a backyard, bees will continuously emerge or return from

foraging trips. The physical setting is such that bees tend to fly straight up before flying out of

the irop'erty to a florai source in the neighbourhood. Self preservation dictates that they

estabtirh uhigkt path wellabove nearby obstructions and by doing so, they willnot interfere

*iifr u person'outside the property. Whit is far greater importance is the requirement for the

beekeeper to have a solid fence or (preferably) a hedge of a minimum 6 ft in height, regardless

of the location of the hive(s)'For example, the beekeeper'may have a hedge and fence at the property line. A few.feet from

the hedgeTfence, coloniei *uy be placed with their entrances towards the centre of the

pr"p.rri. Foraging bees emeiging or returning from foraging trips will clear the hedge/fence at

u t,"igl.,"of ut te,-ust g-tO ft. Even if there is a public sidewalk or path on the outside of the

beekJeper,s property, nobody in the public space will be exposed to bees or be even aware

that there 4re a couple ofcolonies nearby'

Over the years, I have also suggested to many municipalities;

. in case there is ongoing reservation of permitting bees into the municipality' to include a

provision that the ierniission of beekeeping will be subject to a review after one/fwo

years. This would make it easier for council to withdraw the provision.

r whenever a bee-related issue arises, that the City can contact the Ministry of Agriculture

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for expert and objective advice.

If you need any further input, please feel free to contact me

Best regards

Paul van WestendorPProv incial ApiculturistBritish Columbia

Begin forwarded message:

From: "van Westendorp, Paul AGRI.EX"<Paul.vanWestend orp@gov. bc. ca>

subject: FW: Vernon's Regulative Updates for urban Hobby

BeekeepingDate: March 7,2019 at 13:08:11 PST

To: "'vanwestendorP"'

From: Jing Niu Imxili*:JNiuOv<vr:on'ca]Sent: TuesdaY, March 05, 2019 10:57 AM

To: van WestendorP, Paul AGRI:EXCc: Laurie CordellSubject: Vernon's Regulative Updates for Urban Hobby Beekeeping

Good morning Paul,

Thank you for taking the time to take my call this morning. Attached are the proposed

updates to Vernon's Zoning Bylaw #5000 and Animal Regulation and Animal Pound

Bylaw #5252. The updates aims to allow for small scale hobby beekeeping of up to two

or four beehives on most properties in Vernon, depending on the size of the property'

Council have endorsed the regulative updates in principle (Feb 25 Council report

attached as well) and the proposed bylaw changes are expected to be reviewed and

discussed at upcoming Council meetings in March and April' We really appreciate your

support in this initiative and appreciate your expertise in this this field' lf you'd like to

provide any comments or feedback, or discuss any questions you may have over the

next week or so, it would be great to connect with you'

Thank you verY much,

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THE CORPORATION OF THE CIry OF VERNON

BYLAW NUMBER 5716

Abv law to authorize the discharge of Land Use

Contract By law Number 287, 1978 (P2 374\

WHEREAS the owner of Lot 1, DL 6, ODYD, Plan 6067 exc. Plan 31460 (8000 Bench

Row Road) has requested that Council of The Corporation of the City of Vernon

discharge "Land Use Contract Bylaw Number 287, 1978" and all amendments thereto;

AND WHEREAS Section 546 of the Locat Government Act permits a municipality to

discharge a Land Use Contract by bylaw, with the agreement of the local Council and the

owner of any parcel that is described in the bylaw as being covered by the Land Use

Contract;

NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the City of Vernon, in open

meeting assembled, enacts as follows:

1. This bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "8000 Bench Row Road Land Use

contract Number 287, 1978 (P23741Discharge Bylaw Number 5716, 2018" .

2. That the Corporation of the City of Vernon be and is hereby authorized to

discharge Land Use Contract Bylaw Number 287, 1978 registered as P2374, being

registered against the following described lands in the Land Title Office, Kamloops, B'C.:

Lot 1, DL 6, ODYD, Plan 6067 exc. Plan 31460(8000 Bench Row Road)

as shown as outlined on the plan attached hereto as Schedule "A"

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BYLAW NUMBER 5716

3. That the Mayor and Corporate Officer be and are hereby authorized to execute the

necessary discharge documents on behalf of The Corporation of the City of Vernon, and

generally to do allthings necessary to give effect to the matters set out herein.

READ A FIRST TIME this 13th day of August, 2018'

READ A SECOND TIME this 13th day of August, 2018'

puBllc HEARING held in accordance with the requirements of the Local Govemment

Acf this 24rh day of September, 2018'

READ A THIRD TIME this 24th day of September,20lB'

ADOPTED THIS daY of ,2018'

Mayor Corporate Officer

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Schedule'A'Attached to and forming part of Bylaw 5716

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Kim Flick, Director Community lnfrastructure and DATE: May 3, 2019

DevelopmentCraig Broderick, Manager Current Planning

Carie Liefke, Planning Assistant

LAND USE CONTRACT DISCHARGE APPLICATION FOR 8OOO BENCH ROW ROADFROM:

SUBJECT:

The land owner has applied to discharge Land Use Contract (LUC) Bylaws #287 and

#2gB from the tiile of g000 Bench Row Road to allow the property to be governed by

Zoning Bylaw #5000 (A1 Agriculture within the ALR)'

On August 12,2018, 1st and 2nd reading to Land Use Contract Number 287,1978(p2g74\ Discharge Bylaw #5716, 2018 was granted; on September 24,2018 a Public

t-tearing was held "nd

3rd reading was granted. Prior to the adoption of Bylaw #5716,

2018 the following conditions are required:

1. registration of a no build, no disturb covenant intended to protect the existing

vegetation on-site; and

2. registration of a no build covenant on the property until the owner provides a

resolve to the drainage and runoff issues on this property to the satisfaction of

the City of Vernon.

The applicant has had their lawyer prepare a Section 219 Restrictive Covenant that

prevents building and land disturbance on the property until such time that an

environmental report and engineering report addressing environmental protection and

drainage/runoff issues are completed and provided to the City; the terms of this

covenint meet the resolutions of Council. The lawyer has provided the City with a letter

of undertaking (Attachment 1) ensuring registration of the covenant at the Land Title

Office.

REGOMMENDATION:

THAT Bylaw #5716, "8000 Bench Row Road Land Use Contract Number 287

(p1g1gl bischarge Bylaw Number 57'16,2018" - a bylaw to authorize the discharge

of Land Use contract Bylaw Number 287, 1978 (P2374), be adopted'

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AND FURTHER THAT, Administration forward a certified copy of Bylaw #5716, "8000

Bench Row Road Land Use Gontract Number 287 lP2374l Discharge Bylaw

Number 5716,2018" to the applicant's legal counsel'

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Dear Sirs:

RE: YourFile LUC00014EngbertBrongersLand Use Contract Discharge ApplicationLot l, DL 6, ODyD, Plnn 5017 except Plan 31460 - 8000 Bench Rorv Road (the "Property")

As you are aware, we have bcen retained by Mr. Brongep with respect to the preparation and registration of a

Covenant (the .oCovenant,,) over the above Property iri favour of The Corporation of the City of vernon (the

'tCirt'). WL enclose a title search for the Property, for your information'

we confirm the terrns of covcnant have previously been plovided to you and have !9e1nre;approved by both Mr'

g*ng"r, ;d the City. Accordingly, w* uttu.h a r"gistrauie copy of the Covenant which has been duly executed by

Mr. Brongers. The Covenant lras-bcen provided ro ihc lender, First west Credit Union, for execution as to the grant

of priority.

please accept our undertaking that, upon receipt of the 9g-u.nt, duly executed-by all required parties, we will

apply for registration or tnl covcnant in the Land ritle office with priority to any registered financial

charges.

We confirm we will be nttending to registration of the Covenant in the Land Title office on the following

conditions:

lvztr/JltitlMichaelYauncyQ.C.' ChrisAlvcberS,r

Andtcw Pos'ell' Stevc Drandnct'Dcrck Porl'crs' l*anne RulleY

Danicl Drah! A[isonJaqubhr Pergonal Law Corqoratlon

Kent llumham'Allyson EdwardsrTomChristcnsen Q.C

Jamcs Cotter'Ryan lrving'knh Volkers

Jonalhan Jones'Krysti[ KcmPtonrChristophcr Hart

Elise Allan'Kylie lllalman'Cody lValker

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t6at the City pr-ovicle our olficc w,it[ a certified cop;r ol'thc t]ylai.v requirecl to lre subrrtitted to

the Lanrl 't'ittl Ot'ncc lbl the clischarge of the L*nd LJsc Contracl registerecl uuder nturrbet'

P2374 (t[c "LUC"] r4:ott Cclutrcil rec6tttnrenclilg filal rcadirrgl or

in the evcnt that the Council cloes not lecournrcncl final rstcling nf ttrc trylalv dischnt'ging thc

I-LJC. tfie City u'i1l prot icle a rluly exccutecl rslcase of the Cove natrt fi'om the title to the

Propcrly, lo::thrvittr Llllon thc $'rilten lcquest by ML' Bro|rgers"

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Upon receiying rrotilicatior: of final legistrarion of thc Cor.ertiutt ancl the cliscliarge ol-the I-,UC liorn the title

to thc lrroperty:in the Lancl ]'itle Ol'i]ce, *,e r.r,ill 1:roviclc 1'ou rvitlt registcred copies a currcnt title search

corr[intring rcgistraticn 1'or your rccords.

\Vc rlrapk l,orr fbr -vour assistance and co-oFctlltion thr-ottghout lhis matter.

Yonrs truly,

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BYLAW NUMBER 5745

A bylaw for the levYi ng of rates for MuniciPal,

Hospital, Regional D istrict and Specified Areapurposes fo r the Year 2019

WHEREAS Section 1g7 ofthe community charter requires the councilto adopt a bylaw

to impose taxation rates;

NOWTHEREFOREThe councilof The corporation of the cityof Vernon, in open meeting

assembled, enacts as follows:

1. The following rates are hereby imposed and levied for the year 2019:

a) For all lawful general purposes of the Municipality on the assessed value of

land and imprjvements taxable for general Municipal purposes and Municipal

Capital purior"r, rates "A1" and "42" respectively appearing in Row "A" of

schedule "A" attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw.

b) For purposes of the Regional Library Board on the assessed value of land and

improvements taxable for general Municipal purposes, rales.appearing in Row,,B'l of Schedule "A" attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw.

c) For hospital purposes on the assessed value of land and improvements taxable

tor nejionai Hbspital District purposes and for North Okanagan _(ColumbiaShuswafl Regional Hospital District purposes, rates appearing in Row "C" of

Schedule "A" ittached hereto and forming part of this bylaw'

d) For purposes of the Regional District of North Okanagan o1th9 assessed value

of land, improvements or land and improvements taxable for Regional !otp.il3]District puifor"r, rates "D1" , "D2" and "D3" respectively, appearing in Row "D"

of schedule "Au attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw'

e) For,,Vernon Fire Protection Specified 4t"?" purposes, on the assessed value

of improvements taxable for general Municipal purposes, rates appearing in

Row ,,E,' of Schedule "A" attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw.

0 For ,,Okanagan Landing Fire Protection Specified 4r"3'. purposes, on the

assessed u"'lre of imprwements taxable for general Municipal purposes' lal9s

"pp""rNg i; R;; "F'i of Schedule "A" attached hereto and forming part of this

bYlaw.

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BYLAW NUMBER 5745

g) For BIA primary Specified Area purposes 9n the assessed value of land and

improvements of general purposes within the Specified Area, rates appearing

in ilow "G" of SctrLdule "A" attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw.

h) For BIA Secondary Specified Area purposes on_the assessed value of land and

improvements for general purposes within the Specified Area, rates appearing

in i?ow "H" of Schedute "A' attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw.

i) For Downtown Revitalization lmprovement Specified .Area. #1 and Loan

Authorization Bylaw #4624 purposes on the frontage basis, 1a!es appearing in

RoW "l" on Schedule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw'

j) For Downtown Revitalization lmprovement Specified Area #2 and Loan

Authorization Bylaw #4625 purposes on the frontage basis, rgtes appearing in

RoW "J" on Sch'edule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw'

k) For Downtown Revitalization lmprovement Specified Area #3 and Loan

Authorization Bylaw #4728 purposes on the frontage basis, rates appearing in

Row "K" on Silredule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw.

l) For Okanagan Hills Specified Area Loan Authorization #4889 purposes, on a

parcel sizJ basis, raies per acre appearing in Row "L" on Schedule "A",

attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw'

m) For Anderson Subdivision Road Specified Area and Loan Authorization Bylaw

#47gg purposes, on a parcel size and frontage size basis, rates appearing in

RoW "M" on Schedule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw'

n) For North Okanagan Regional District Septic Parcel tax purposes, on a parcel

basis, rates appEaring in Row "N" on Schedule "A", attached hereto and

forming part of this bYlaw'

o) ForTronson Road #5108 Specified Area purposes, on a parcel basis, rates

appearing in Row "O" on Schedule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this

bylaw.

p) For Okanagan Landing Area #4857 Specified Area purposes, on a parcel size

and frontagL size basi-s, rateS appearing in Row "P" on SChedule "A", attached

hereto and forming part of this bylaw.

q) For Tronson Road #5197 Specified Area purposes, on a parcel basis, rates

appearing in Row "Q" on Schedule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this

bylaw.

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BYLAW NUMBER 5745

READ A FIRST TIME this 23'd day of April, 2019'

READ A SECOND TIME this 23'd day of April, 2019

READ A THIRD TIME this 23rd day of April, 2019'

ADOPTED this daY of ,2019'

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3

4

r) For Fleming Road #5258 Specified Area purposes, on a parcel basis' rates'' appearing ii Row "R" on Schedule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this

bylaw.

s) For S.l.R. Parcel Tax Specified Area purposes, on a parcel basis, rates-' appearing in Row "S" on Schedule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this

bylaw.

0 For Aquarius Road #5377 Specified Area purposes, on a parcel basis' rates-' ,pp""iing in Row "T" on Schedule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this

bylaw.

u) For Tronson Road #5439 Specified Area purposes, on a parcel basis, rates-'' appearing in Row "U" on Schedule "A", attached hereto and forming part of this

bylaw.

The minimum amount of tax levy upon a parcel of real property shall be one dollar

($1.001

For the purposes of section 237 of the communitY charter, the tax notice will

provide ior a tax due date of July 2,201g anO a 10% penalty for all taxes unpaid

as of that date.

This bylaw may be cited as "Tax Rates Bylaw Number 5745,2019" '


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2019 TAX RATES (per $1,000 of taxable value)

ROW TAXING JURISDICTION RESIDENTIAL UTILITY

SCHEDULE'A"Attached hereto and forming

SUPPORT

HOUSING INDUSTRIAL

ba Bvlaw #5745rt ofLIGHT MANAGED SEASONAL

INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS FOREST RECREATION FARM

A GENERAL MUNICIPAL - RATE'A1'

GENERAL CAPITAL - RATE'A2"

TOTAL MUNICIPAL RATE

B LIBRARY

C HOSPITAL BOARD

D REGIONAL DISTRICT - RATE'D1"

REGIONAL DISTRICT - RATE "D2"

REGIONAL DISTRICT - RATE ''D3'

E FIRE - "OLD" CITY

F FIRE. OK LANDING

G BIA PRIMARY AREA #5301

H BIASECONDARYAREA#5302

I DOWNTOWN REVITE 1 #4624

J DOWNTOWN REVITE 2#4625

K DOWNTOWN REVITE 3#4728

L OKANAGAN HILLS#4889

M ANDERSON#4739

OTHER FRONTAGE

OTHERAREA

SEWER FRONTAGE

SEWERAREA

N NORD SEPTIC

O TRONSON ROAD#5108

P OKANAGAN LDG#4857

AREA M2

FRONTAGE

Q TRONSON ROAD#5197

R FLEMMING ROAD #5258

s s.l.R.

T AQUARIUS ROAD#5377

U TRONSONROAD#5439

Updated: April 9,2019

3.00901

0.36626

3.37527

o.1472

0.2864

0.03842

0.585

o.23974

0.0029

0.0043

1.7047

1.0284

23.3202

17.5445

33.5674

0.1 6028

181.3497

o.7774

0.6898

0.0031 34

0.0602

4.5727

438.816

1,421.53

139.26

1,419.746

1,175.77

33.6368

4.0943

37.7311

1.645

1.OO23

0.13446

2.O476

0.83908

o.03243

0.04805

1.7087

1.0284

23.3202

17.5445

33.5674

0.15028

1A1.3497

o.7774

0.6898

0.0031 34

0.0602

4.5727

438.816

1,421.53

139.26

1,419.746

1.175.77

3.00901

0.36626

3.37527

o.1472

o.2464

0.03842

0.585

o.23974

0.0029

0.0043

' 1.7087

1.0284

23.3202

17.5445

33.5674

0.16028

181.3497

o.7778

o.6898

0.0031 34

0.0602

4.5727

438.816

1,421.53

139.26

1,419.746

1,175.77

't2.1426

1.478

13.6206

0.5938

o.9737

0.1 3062

1.9891

0.81511

o.o117

0.01735

1.7087

1.0284

23.3202

17.5445

33.5674

0.1 6028

181.3497

o.7778

0.6898

0.003134

0.0602

4.5727

438.816

1,421.53

139.26

1,419.746

1,175.77

12.1426

1.478

13.6206

0.5938

o.9737

0.1 3062

1.9891

0.8151 1

o.0117

0.01735

1.7087

1.0284

23.3202

17.54r'.5

33.5674

0.1 6028

181.3497

o.7778

0.6898

0.0031 34

0.0602

4.5727

438.816

1,421.53

139.26

1,419.746

1.175.77

8.5706

1.0432

9.6138

0.4191

0.7016

0.09412

1.4333

0.58736

0.00825

o.01225

1.7087

1.0284

23.3202

17.5445

33.5674

0.1 6028

't81.3497

o.7778

0.6898

0.0031 34

0.0602

4.5727

438.816

1,421.53

139.26

1,419.746

1,175.77

0.6876

0.0837

o.7713

0.0336

0.8591

o.11525

1.7551

o.7192

0.00065

0.001

N/A

N/A

23.3202

17.5445

33.5674

0.1 6028

't81.3497

o.7778

0.6898

0.0031 34

0.0602

4.5727

438.8 t6

1,421.53

139.26

1,419.746

1,175.77

5.7773

o.7032

6.4805

0.2825

o.2864

o.o3a42

0.585

o.23974

0.00558

0.00825

N/A

N/A

23.3202

17.5445

33.5674

0.1 6028

181.3497

o.7778

0.6898

0.0031 34

1.005

oj2231.1273

0.0491

o.2864

0.03842

0.585

o.23974

0.00098

0.00145

N/A

N/A

23.3202

17.5445

33.5674

0.1 6028

ALL

ALL

ALL

ALL

LAND

IMPR

ALL

IMPR

IMPR

ALL

ALL

FRONTAGE

FRONTAGE

FRONTAGE

PERYSQ M

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5s7 .A25 597.825 597.825 597 .A25 597.825 597 .A25 597 .825

18.68 18.68

597.A25 597.A25

181.3497

o.7778

0.6898

0.0031 34

FRONTAGE

AREA M2

FRONTAGE

AREA M2

PARCEL

PARCEL

0.0602

4.5727

438.816

'1,421.53

139.26

1,419.746

1.175.77

0.0602

4.5727

438.816

1,421.53

139.26

1,419.746

1,175.77

AREA M2

FRONTAGE

PARCEL

PARCEL

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PARCEL

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BYLAW NUMBER 5749

A bylaw to Amend Animal Regulation and Animal

Pound Bylaw Number 5252

WHEREAS the Council of the City of Vernon has determined to amend the "City of Vernon

Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw Number 5252,2010" to update regulations;

NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the city of Vernon, in open meeting assembled,

enacts as follows:

1. This bylaw may be cited as "Animal Regulation and Animal Pound (Updates)

Bylaw Number 57 49, 2019"

2. The City of Vernon "Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw Number 5252"

is amended in the following manner:

A. Amend Section 1. DEFINITIONS by adding the following definitions as

shown in red on Schedule "A" attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw:

1. "At Large";2. "Obstruct";3. "Poundkeeper";

Amend Section 1. DEFINITIONS by removing the following definition as

shown in red on Schedule "A" attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw:

1. "Run at Large" or "Running at Large";

Add new Section 2. RIGHT OF INSPECTION as shown in red on Schedule

"B" attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw and renumbering sections

as required.

Add new Section 4. PROHIBITION OF CRUELTY as shown in red on

Schedule uC" attached hereto and forming part of this bylaw and

renumbering sections as required.

B

c

D

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BYLAW 5749

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Amend section 6. IMPOUNDING OF ANIMALS by adding new

subsection (b) as shown in red on Schedule "D" attached hereto and

forming part of this bYlaw.

READ A FIRST TIME this

READ A SECOND TIME this

READ A THIRD TIME this

ADOPTED this daY of

day of

day of

day of

,2019

,2019

,2019

,2019

Mayor: Corporate ofilcer

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SCHEDULE'A'Attached to and Forming Part of

"Animal Regulation and Animal Pound (Updates) Bylaw Number 5749,2019

THE CORPORATION OF THE GITY OF VERNON

BYLAW NO. 5252,2010ANIMAL REGULATION AND ANIMAL POUND BYLAW

A bylaw to regulate the keeping of Animals, including Poultry and Urban Hens

WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to regulate the keeping of animals and poultry in the

City of Vernon;

AND WHEREAS it is deemed advisable to establish and regulate an Animal Pound in the

City of Vernon;

AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to prohibit the running at large of animals and

poultry within the CitY of Vernon;

NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the City of Vernon, in open meeting


DEFINITIONS

ln this bylaw, unless the context otherwise requires:

,,Animal" means any member of the Kingdom Animalia regulated by this Bylaw,

but does not include canines, companion animals, animals regulated under the

Wildlife Acf RSBC 1996, c.488, or humans;

"At Large" means being any place, including on a highway, Public Place, or on

private property other than the property belonging to the Owner or other person

with custody, care, or control of the Dog, and not securely leashed or tethered, and

not under the direct, continuous, and effective control of the Owner or person

having custody, care, or control of the dog.

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*Animal Regulation and Animal Pound (Updates) Bylaw Number 5749,2019"

,,Lot,, means the smallest unit into which land is designated as a separate and distinct

parcel on a legally recorded plan or description filed in the Land Title Office;

,,Mini pigs" means a swine or a cross bred offspring of any of the following breeds;

Vietnamese Potbellied Pig, Juliana Pigs, Guinea Hogs, Ossabaw lsland Pigs,

Kune Kune Pigs, Gottingen Mini Pig, Hanford Mini Swine or Mexican Yucatan Pigs,

kept for companion animal purposes. @vtaw 5611)

,,Obstruct" means to wilfully interfere with, resist or hinder with the Poundkeeper

in the lawful execution of their duties.

,,Other Large Animals" includes stud horses, bulls, rams of service age, llamas,

ratites, emus, ostriches and other large animals but does not include horses, cattle,

swine, sheep, rabbits, or Poultry;

,,Owner" means any person, partnership, association or corporation that,

temporarily or PermanentlY:

(a) owns, possesses or has control, care or custody over an animal;

(b) harbours, shelters, permits or allows an animal to remain on or about that

person's land or Premises; or

(c) is the custodial parent or legal guardian of a child under the age of 18 years

who owns, is in possession of, or has the care or control of an animal;

,,Owned" means owning, possessing, or having control, care or custody over an

animal on a permanent or temporary basis;

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,,Animal Regulation and Animal Pound (Updates) Bylaw Number 5749,2019

,,person" means an individual but shall be construed as meaning the plural,

masculine, feminine, body politic or corporate where the context may require;

,,poultry'n means any domestic bird, including chickens, roosters, turkeys, geese,

ducks, pigeons, or game birds, owned for any purpose, but does not include urban

hens;

,,pound', means any building, enclosure or place established as such by the

Council under section 3 of this bylaw for the keeping of animals impounded under

this bylaw;

,,poundkeeper" means the person designated by resolution of Council for the

purpose of enforcing and carrying out the provisions of this bylaw, and shall include

any assistant poundkeeper or bylaw compliance officer designated by resolution

of Council;

,,Rabbit" means any domestic rabbit, including rabbits kept as domestic pets, farm

animals, or feral rabbits;

,,Rabbit Warren" means any site where rabbits tunnel, or a site which harbours

rabbits;

,,Run at targe" er n'Flunning at targe"; when used with ref€rehc€ to ahY snirn?l

means being unlawfully at large er being elsewhere than en the Premises ef a

persen ewning said animal, and net being under the immediate eare; eustedY and

"Sheep"-means any domestic ewe, ram, lamb, goat or camelid;

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SCHEDULE'B'Attached to and Forming Part of

"Animal Regulation and Animal Pound (Updates) Bylaw Number 5749,2019

2. RIGH OF INS

(a) pursuant to the Community Charter, the Poundkeeper may enter at all

reasonable times upon any property in order to inspect and determine whether

this Bylaw is being followed.

(b) Upon request by the Poundkeeper, an owner, who the Poundkeeper

reasonably believes to be in contravention of any provision of this Bylaw, shall

stop and provide the Poundkeeper with his or her full name and current

address, and the licensing information of the dog.

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4

SCHEDULE'C'Attached to and Forming Part of

,,Animal Regulation and Animal Pound (Updates) Bylaw Number 5749,2019"

PROHI ION OF CRUELTY

(a) No person shall keep any Animal unless that Animal is provided with:

(i) sufficient clean and potable drinking water;

(ii) sufficient and appropriate food for the species of animal;

(iii) clean food and water receptacles;

(iv) a regularly cleaned and sanitized shelter;

(v) sufficient opportunity for periodic exercise;

(vi) care from a licensed veterinarian when the animal exhibits signs of

pain, suffering, disease, or illness.

(b) No owner shall cause or permit his or her animal to be confined to an

enclosure, vehicle, or trailer without adequate ventilation and sufficient shade

to protect the animal from excessive heat and direct rays of the sun.

(c) No owner shall cause of permit his or her animal to be kept outside or

confined in cold weather or precipitation without adequate precautions to

protect that animal from the cold weather and precipitation.

(d) No Owner may abandon any animal.

(e) No owner shall tie, Secure, or tether any dog on the owner'S property with a

tethering system unless that tethering system allows the dog an adequate

freedom of movement, with a minimum of 3 meter radius and a minimum of

1.5 meters from anY ProPertY line.

(0 No owner shall cause or permit his or her dog to be tied, secured, tethered or

fastened, while left unattended, to a tethering system, in excess of 4

consecutive hours in a 24-hour period.

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SCHEDULE'D'Attached to and Forming Part of

,,Animal Regulation and Animal Pound (Updates) Bylaw Number 5749,2019"

IMPOUNDING OF ANIMALS

(a) The Poundkeeper may seize and impound any animal found running at

large or trespassing in or upon any lands or premises or park or public place

contrary to the provisions of this bylaw, or if found trespassing in any

enclosures or gardens, or any enclosed land within the city.

(b) The Poundkeeper or an RCMP Officer may seize and impound an animal

that the Poundkeeper or an RCMP Officer determines is subject to suffering.

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THE RPORATI ON OF THE C ITY OF VERNO N

INTERNAL MEMORANDUM

TO Will Pearce, CAO FILE: 3900-02

DATE: April 29, 2019

FROM: Geoffrey Gaucher, Manager - Protective services

SUBJECT: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE ANIMAL REGULATION AND ANIMAL

POUND BYLAW 5252, THE BYLAW NOTICE ENFORCEMENT BYLAW 5250 AND

THE MUNICIPAL TICKETING BYLAW 53OO

At their Regular meeting held on April 23, 2019, Council reviewed proposed Bylaw

amendmenls to the "Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252", "The Bylaw

Notice Enforcement Bylaw #5250" and "The Municipal Ticketing Bylaw #5300" and

adopted the following resolution:

THAT Councit defers consideration of the following bylaws:

1. "Animal Regutation and Animat Pound (IJpdates) Bylaw Number 5749,

2019"

2. "Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Animat Regulation and Animal Pound

lJpdates) Amendment Bylaw Number 5750, 2019"

3. "Municipal Ticketing tnformation (Animal Regulation and Animal Pound

updates) Amendment Bylaw Number 5751,2019"

AND F;JRTHER, that Council directs Administration to provide clarification

regarding proposed new section 2. (b) regarding reguesfs for the provision ofphoto identification.

Administration recognizes that some owners may not be carrying photo identification

while walking their dog, so with that in mind, the requirement for the owner to produce

photo identification upbn request by the Poundkeeper has been removed'

The changes directed by Council to update the regulations within the Animal Regulation

and Animil Pound Bylaw #5252 with respect to owner providing their full name and

address would therefore appear as:

2. (b) Upon request by the Poundkeeper, an owner, who the Poundkeeper reasonably

believes to be in contravention of any provision of this Bylaw, shall stop and provide

the poundkeeper with his or her full name and current address, and the licensing

information of the dog. 256

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT Council approve Bylaw amendments to:

1. ,,The Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw #5252"

2. "The Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw #5250'3. "The Municipal Ticketing Bylaw #5300'

as presented in the memorandum titled "Proposed Amendments To The Animal

Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw #s???,.the Bylaw Notice Enforcement bylaw

*S{SO, and the Municipal Ticketing Bylaw #5300' dated April 29,2019 from the

Manager, Protective Services.

Respectfully submitted

Geoffrey Gaucher

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BYLAW NUMBER 5750

A bylaw to amend the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw

WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Vernon has determined

to amend "Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw Number 5250, 2011" to provide for updates

to Animal Regulation;

NOW THEREFORE the City of Vernon, in open meeting assembled, enacts as follows

1. This bylaw may be cited as "Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Animal Regulation

and Animal Pound Updates) Amendment Bylaw Number 5750' 2019"

2. "Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw Number 5250, 2011" is hereby amended as

follows:

(i) By amending Schedule "A" - Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw

Penalties as shown in RED on attached Schedule A.

3. Bylaw Number 5250 is hereby ratified and confirmed in all other respects.




ADOPTED this daY of

day of

day of

day of

,2019.

,2019

,2019

,2019


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"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Updates) Amendment BylawNumber 5750, 2019"

BylawNo

Section Description A2Early

PaymentPenalty

A3Late

PaymentPenalty

A4GomplianceAgreementAvailable

Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw

5252 2 a obstruct Office r 6 ct ron 500.00 500.00 500.00 No

5252 2(b) Obstructldentification

Officer 500.00 500.00 500.00 No

5252 3(a) lllegal Keeping of Animals $100.00 $75.00 $1 10.00 YES

5252 3(b) To many companion animals $ 50.00 $25.00 $60.00 YES

5252 3(c) To many agricultural animals $100.00 $75.00 $1 10.00 YES

5252 3(0 Unenclosed Animals $200.00 $175.00 $225.00 YES

5252 3(h) Keeping of non-Farm Swine $100.00 $75.00 $1 10.00 YES

5252 30) Unconfined Rabbit $ 50.00 $25.00 $60.00 YES

5252 3(k) Sell or Give UnalteredRabbits

$100.00 $90.00 $1 10.00 YES

5252 3(t) Failure to remove RabbitWarren

$150.00 $125.00 $175.00 YES

5252 3(m) Animal at Large PuProperty

blic $200.00 $175.00 $225.00 YES

5252 3(n) Animal at Large PrivateProperty

$200.00 $175.00 $225.00 YES

5252 a(a)(i) Faildrinki

to provide potablewater

100.00 90.00 1 10.00 YES

5252 4(a)(ii) Fail to provide aPProPriatefood

100.00 90.00 1 10.00 YES

5252 a(a)(iii) Fail to provide clean foodand water rece les

100.00 90.00 110.00 YES

5252 a(a)(iv) Fail tocleanedshelter

provideand

regularlysanitized

100.00 90.00 110.00 YES

5252 a(aXv) Fail to provideexercise

sufficient 100.00 90.00 1 10.00 YES

scH LE'A'Attached to and Forming Part of

,,Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Updates) Amendment BylawNumber 5750, 2019"

5252 a(a)(vi) Fail to provide veterinariancare - n suffer disease

200.00 175.00 225.00 YES

5252 4(b) Confined animal - Heat 200.00 175.00 225.00 YES

5252 4(c) Confined animal - Cold 200.00 175.00 225.00 YES

5252 4(d) Abandon animal 250.00 225.00 275.00 NO

5252 4(e) Fail to provide adequatetether

100.00 90.00 1 10.00 YES

5252 4(f\ Tethered excess 4 hours 100.00 90.00 1 10.00 YES

5252 1 1(b) Obstruct Officer $500.00 $500.00 $500.00 NO

5252 ScheduleA(1)

Urban Hen at Large $ 50.00 $25.00 $60.00 YES

5252 ScheduleA(2)

lllegal Keeping of Rooster $100.00 $75.00 $110.00 YES

5252 ScheduleA(2)

Keeping of more than 4Hens

$ 75.00 $50.00 $85.00 YES

5252 ScheduleA(7)

lmproper Coop $100.00 $75.00 $110.00 YES

5252 ScheduleA(e)

lllegal Slaughter $100.00 $75,00 $1 10.00 YES

5252 ScheduleA(10)

Unhygienic StorageAccumulation

or $ 50.00 $25.00 $60.00 YES

5252 ScheduleA(12)

No Urban Hen Licence $ 50.00 $25.00 $60.00 YES

5252 ScheduleB(1)

No Pigeon Keeping Permit $ 50.00 $25.00 $60.00 YES

5252 ScheduleB(ac)

lllegally Sited Loft $50.00 $25.00 $60.00 YES

5252 Schedulec(1)

Mini Pig At Large $50.00 $35.00 $60.00 YES

5252 Schedulec(2)

Failure to Register $50.00 $35.00 $60.00 YES

5252 Schedulec(3)

Failure to SpaY or Neuter $50.00 $35.00 $60.00 YES

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"Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Animal Regu lation and Animat Pound Updates) Amendment BylawNumber 5750, 2019"

5252 Schedulec(4)

Over limit of 2 Mini Pigs $50.00 $35.00 $60.00 YES

5252 Schedulec(5)

Property unableaccommodate

to $50.00 $35.00 $60.00 YES

5252 Schedulec(6)

lllegal Pen or Shelter $50.00 $35.00 $60.00 YES

5252 Schedulec(7)

Unsanitary Yard/Premise $50.00 $35.00 $60.00 YES

5252 Schedulec(e)

Uncontrolled Noise from Mini

Pis$50.00 $35.00 $60.00 YES

26L


BYLAW NUMBER 5751

A bylaw to amend the Municipal Ticketinglnformation (M.T. l.) BYlaw

WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Vernon has determined to

amend "Municipal Ticketing lnformation System Bylaw Number 5300, 2011" to provide for

updates to Animal Regulation;

NOW THEREFORE the City of Vernon, in open meeting assembled, enacts as follows

1. This bylaw may be cited as "Municipal Ticketing lnformation (Animal

Regulation and Animal Pound Updates) Amendment Bylaw Number 5751,2019"

2. "Municipal Ticketing lnformation System Bylaw Number 5300, 2011" is hereby

amended as follows:

(i) By amending Schedule "B" - Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw

Penalties as shown in RED on attached Schedule A.

3. Bylaw Number 53OO is hereby ratified and confirmed in all other respects

READ A FIRST TIME this 11th day of March, 2019.

READ A SECOND TIME this 11th day of March, 2019

READ A THIRD TIME this 11th day of March, 2019'

ADOPTED this 8th day of APril, 2019'


262

SCH LE'A'Attached to and Forming Part of

,,Municipal Ticketing tnformation (Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Updates)Amendment BYlaw Number 5751,2019"

BylawNo.

Section Description A1Penalty

A2Early

PaymentPenalty

Animal Regulation and Animal Pound Bylaw

5252 2(a) Obstruct Officer - lns n 1000.00 1000.00

5252 2(b) Obstruct Officer - ldentification 1000.00 1000.00

5252 3(a) lllegal Keeping of Animals $250.00 $200.00

5252 3(b) To many companion animals $150.00 $100.00

5252 3(c) To many agricultural animals $250.00 $200.00

5252 3(f) Unenclosed Animals $350.00 $300.00

5252 3(h) Keeping of non-Farm Swine $250.00 $200.00

5252 3(J) Unconfined Rabbit $150.00 $125.00

5252 3(k) Sell or Give Unaltered Rabbits $250.00 $200.00

5252 3(l) Failure to remove Rabbit Warren $300.00 $250.00

5252 3(m) Animal at LargeProperty

Public $400.00 $375.00

5252 3(n) Animal at LargeProperty

Private $400.00 $375.00

5252 4(a)(i) Fail to provide Potable drinkingwater

200.00 '175.00

5252 4(aXii) Fail to p rovide appropriate food 200.00 175.00

5252 4(a)(iii) Fail to provide clean food and

water receptacles200.00 175.00

5252 a(aXiv) Fail to provide regularlY cleanedand sanitized shelter

200.00 175.00

5252 a(a)(v) Fail to p rovide sufficient exercise 200.00 175.00

5252 a(aXvi) Fail to provide veterinarian care

- pain, suffer, disease400.00 375.00

5252 4(b) Confined animal - Heat 400.00 375.00

5252 4(c) Confined animal - Cold 400.00 375.00

5252 4(d) Abandon animal 500.00 475.00

5252 4(e) Fail to provide adeqqelelellel-- 200.00 175.00

5252 4(f) Tethered excess 4 hours 200.00 175.00

5252 1 1(b) Obstruct Officer $1000.00 $1000.00263

"Municipal Ticketing lnformation (Animal Regulation aAmendment


nd Animal Pound Updates)aw Number 5751 2019"

$100.00$150.00Urban Hen at Large5252 ScheduleA(1)

$200.00$250.00lllegal Keeping of Rooster5252 ScheduleA(2)

$200.00 $150.00ScheduleA(2)

Keeping of more than 3 Hens5252

$250.00 $200.00lmproper Coop5252 ScheduleA(7)

$200.00$250.00lllegal Slaughter5252 ScheduleA(e)

$150.00 $100.00ScheduleA(10)

UnhygienicAccumulation

Storage or5252

$150.00 $100.00No Urban Hen Licence5252 ScheduleA(12)

$100.00$150.00No Pigeon Keeping Permit5252 ScheduleB(1)

$150.00 $100.00lllegally Sited LoftScheduleB(4c)

5252

$100.00$150.00Mini Pig at Large5252 Schedulec(1)

$100.00$150.00Failure to Register5252 Schedulec(2)

$150.00 $100.00Failure to Spay or Neuter5252 Schedulec(3)

$150.00 $100.00Schedulec(4)

Over limit of 2 Mini Pigs5252

$150.00 $100.00Schedulec(5)

Property unable to accommodate5252

$100.00$150.00lllegal Pen or Shelter5252 Schedulec(6)

$150.00 $100.00Unsan itary Yard/Prem ise5252 Schedulec(7)

$150.00 $100.00Schedulec(e)

Uncontrolled Noise from Mini Pig5252

264

THE CORPORATION OF THE CIry OF VERNON

BYLAW NUMBER 5748

A bylaw to Amend Recreation ServicesFees and Charges BYlaw Number 5472

WHEREAS the council of the city of Vernon has determined to amend "Recreation

Services Fees and Charges Bylaw Number 5472,2013" '

NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Vernon, in open

meeting assembled, enacts as follows:

1. This bylaw may be cited as "Recreation Services Fees and Charges (20{9)

Amendment BYlaw Number 5748,2019" .

2. That Schedule "A" of Recreation Services Fees and Charges Bylaw Number 5472,

2013 be amended as noted in red as shown on attached Schedule "A".

3. These rates shall come into effect as of september 1,2019.

4. lf any section, subsection, paragraph, clause or phrase, of this Bylaw is for any

reason held to be invalid by the decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, such

decision does not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this bylaw.

5. Recreation Services Fees and Charges Bylaw Number 5472 is hereby ratified and

confirmed in every other resPect.




ADOPTED this

day of

day of

day of

day of

,2019.

,2019.

,2019.

,2019


265

City of VernonRecreation Services

Manual ofFees and Gharges

SCHEDULE ''A"Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5748

Rates Effective as of September 1,2019(Amendment Bylaw 5748)

266

SCHEDULE'A"Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5748

Table of GontentsDefinitions

General Conditions for Rental of Facilities

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Rate Use Categories

Payment of Rental Fee

Facilities lnformation & Capacities

Facility lnventory

General Admissions: Pool

General Adm issions: Arena

lce Rentals - Priest ValleY Arena

Non-lce Rentals - Priest Valley Arena

Outdoor Rink Rentals - Centennial Outdoor Rink

Non-lce Rentals - Centennial Outdoor Rink

Multi Use Facility (Kal Tire Place and North)...

Curling Rink

Recreation Centre Auditorium Rentals

Recreation Centre Creekside Conference Rentals

Recreation Centre Meeting Room Rentals

Recreation Centre DisPlaY SPace.

Kitchen Rentals.

Gymnasium Rentals

Lakers Clubhouse

Swimming Pool Rates... ...

Swimming Lessons.

Parks:, Booking Fields or Diamonds for League Play or Practice.

' Kin Race Track.

' Picnic Shelters - Kin Beach....'.

' Polson Park.

' Civic Square/CenotaPh Park

' MacDonald Park & Other Soccer Fields.

' Sports Camps - Ball Fields/Soccer Fields

' Tennis Court RentalsA/olleyball Court Rentals

Analysis.

User Group lnsurance Schedule... ...

Meetings and Events lnsurance Schedule'...Page 2

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SCHEDULE IIAII

Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5748

DefinitionsOne of the policies relating to fees and charges states that recoveries from services and

facilities should be self-supporting for adults, and no more than 50% subsidization for youth and

"disabled" persons. ln order to adhere to this objective, it is necessary to define these segments

of the population.

Preschool: Six Years and under.

Ghild: Seven to twelve Years of age.

Youth: Thirteen to eighteen years of age.

Disabled Youth: Children under the age of 19, a resident of B.C., eligible for Children and

Youth with Special Needs services: Autism Diagnosis, DevelopmentalDisability, or At Home Eligible may receive a 75o/o discount on selectprograms C) A child under the age of seven must be accompanied by apaying adult, however that adult can request to have someone assistthem in caring for their child with a disability, free of charge.

Adult: Nineteen years and over (19+)

Seniors

Family: Means

Disabled:

Sixty five years and over (65+)

members of an immediate family. Parents, legal guardians orgrandparents and dependent children who are under the age of 19.

Maximum of two adults and youths who are immediate family members.

Persons having a permanent disability which would limit his/her abilities to

fully use the facility without assistance. lf the disability is not physically

apparent, a doctor's certificate may be required. Support workers are

admitted free unless the support worker is paid then the support workerpays regular fees.

FinanciallyDisadvantaged: Persons who are receiving financial assistance from one of the following

provincial or federal programs may receive a 75o/o discount on selectprograms (*).

- Persons with disabilities (PWD)- Persons with persistent and multiple barriers (PPMB)- Regular income assistance benefits (must be renewed annually)- Canadian Pension disabilities (CPPD)- Guaranteed income supplement for seniors (GlS)

Non-Prime Time: lce time at the Givie and Priest Valley and MUF Arenas between the

hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Mondays through Fridays during the

school year.

50% of the regular ice rental rateNot available to already subsidized ratesNot available on school holidays or breaks

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SCHEDULE IIATI


Resident Business: A business that is operating within the Greater Vernon boundaries, and

with a valid City of Vernon or District of Coldstream business license'

(*) Select programs include: Public swim and weight room, selected playschool classes, drop in

and punch cards for aquaiit classes and aqua therapy classes, public

skate, and alldrop-in sports programs.

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SCHEDULE IIAII


General Gonditions for Rental of Facilities

All rental rates include the standard facility, with regularly scheduled maintenance staff.

Additional maintenance staff can be requested at a cost to the Renter.

Audio Visual (AV) Equipment is located in most facilities. Portable equipment may be

made available at the renter's expense. AV support staff are the responsibility of the

Renter.

Security personnel, ushers, ticket sellers, etc., are the responsibility of the Renter.

Recreaiion Services reserves the right to provide such services at the Renter's

expense).

Uses beyond the normal operating hours will require payment of additional labour costs'

Recreation Services reserves the right to require a Performance Bond and / or Damage

Deposit.

The Renter is responsible to ensure that the facility is vacated and left in a neat, clean,

and tidy condition at the end of the rental.

Entrance to or use of facilities will only be requested and approved on the Facility

Booking Request Form. Prior entry for decorating, set up, earlv start, etc. will be by the

approult of ine Recreation Services and noted on the rental contract. Additional fees'

charqes and conditions mav aPPlv.

The rental must not exceed the maximum capacity allowed for the facility.

The Renter shall be responsible for loss or damage and assume all risk of injury

(including death) to any person arising out of the use of the facility'

All rentals must carry comprehensive general liability insurance policy specifically

naming as additional- insureds, the City of Vernon, the Regional District of North

Okanagan and the District of Coldstream.

a) Should the user require insurance coverage, the Renter may purchase, at its

sole expense, coverage through SBC lnsurance. The purchase of coverage

through SBC can be facilitated by Recreation Services'

Facility Use Agreement:prior tb use oi any facilities, the Renter must complete a Facility Use Permit' This

document includes a waiver or release which must be read by the participant before

signing. Staff must make sure the waiver is read by the participant before signing. lf

tn! pJrticipant requests an explanation of the meaning of the waiver, the staff shall

respond as follows:

tt is a legal document and by signing the release you are giving up

certain legal rights, including the right to sue.

Under no circumstances is the document to be signed without drawing the participant's

attention to the waiver, and confirming that the proper liability insurance coverage is inplace.

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Refund Policy: Swim Lessons, Leagues, Camps Courses, One Day Programs and

Special Events:these oroorams. if vou need to cancel aDue to the nature of

ion to dathe will be

less fee

aPPlied.

no Classes and S

- lf vou fi ncl fhat the class vou reoistered in is not what vou

exoected vou want to ca l. olease make su vou call

BE the second and we will refund vou the me in ino

No refunds are orven r the class

Administration fee will be applied.

Mem bershios:- Mem os are not transferable or refunclable unl due lo

illness or iniurv and with a doctor's note.

Administration Fee: Aooroved refunds are subject to a 10% administration fee.

Discounts: Only one discount can be applied at a time, combining discounts is not

permitted. Discounts mav not be applied to staffinO or extra fees.

Gancellation: lf a facility rental is cancelled more than 30 days before the start of the

event, a full refund, minus the administration fee, will be given.

lfa litv rental is ca led less than 30 clavs but more than 14 davs

re will

addition to the admi n fee

lfa litv rental is ca led 14 davs or less before the start of event.

no refund will be given.

Note: For event bookin the refund oolicv within the facilitv will

be applicable.

Expiry Dates: DroP in or multiple visit passes have a two year expiry date from the year

they a re ourchased. Un used oasses are not transferrable or ndable

arrvinq Credit

Credits will not be carried on accounts. Refunds will be given in the way

in which thev were paid or via cheque.On Accounts:

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SCHEDULE IIAII


Rate Use Gategories

A. Recreation Programs

, ?ii"'"",3:J tri',"Tf ;riffifl'These are activities organized and operated by the City of Vernon. Rates are flexible to

accommodate programs and maximize use of facility space.

B. School District No.22

During school hours - (8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m')

Outside school hours - community youth rates apply(This includes all schools within District No.22)

C. CommunitY Usel. Adult

Local community benefit activities, Winter Carnival events, community concerts,

Okanagan Syrp6ony, wedding receptions, "closed" functions, religious events. This

category "ppfi"tto

all'local grolps, clubs, etc., whose event is closed to their members

only.

ll. YouthThis category applies to any youth group where 80% of the participants are under 18

years of age. The rate will be 650/o of adult rate'

lll. Minor Sports GrouPsGroups identified below qualify for 50% of adult rate'

Locaiminor sports organizations, approved by City Council

Currently this includes:Greater Vernon Minor HockeY

- Vernon Figure Skating Club

- Vernon Kokanee Swim ClubVernon Miner taeresse North Okanagan Minor Lacrosse

- Greater Vernon Ringette Association- Vernon Speed Skating Club- Vernon District Minor Baseball- North Okanagan Youth Soccer Association- Vernon Minor Football- Greater Vernon Minor Fastball

D. Commercial

l. Residenf BusinessAdvertising, sales or promotions by local resident businesses.

Must take out a business license for the event'

il. /Von-ResidenfBusrnessAdvertising, sales and promotions by non-resident businesses.

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SCHEDULE IIAII


Must take out a business license for the event.

Private Sponsored Entertainmentpublic dances, "open" functions, films, theatre productions, variety shows, political functions

(use local rate).

LocalEntertainment brought to the facility by a local, registered non-profit societyOut of TownEntertainment brought to the facility by non-resident groups.

OtherAs per individual group contracts or any other items needing a payment category

Setup/Takedown and GonversionCost for a set up or take down day for event rentals

Note: All rentalfees are pre tax, and all drop-in fees include tax

Note: Some fees have been adjusted for rounding purposes.

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SCHEDULE IIAII


Payment of Rental Fee

1. A reserve date deposit is required with the Facility Lease Application Form: $100 for service clubs

or organizations pertaining to reduced rate, and $200 for commercial or privately sponsored events.

This fee.is non-refundable and non-transferable if activity is cancelled.

Z. Total rental fee is payable 30 days in advance for out of town or commercial renters. Credit may be

granted to local community groups. Arrangements must be made prior to the date of booking with the

6ity of Vernon Director of -Recreation SLrvices or their designate. Such arrangements will be noted

on the Facility Lease Application Form.

- Example: Winter Carnival events, local service clubs

3. lf a performance Bond is requested, the bond (certified cheque or cash) shall be deposited prior to

the event. The performance Bond shall be in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00).

However, the City of Vernon may require additional damage deposits. After completion of the event,

the City of Vernon Director of Recreation Services will authorize a refund of the deposit.

4. Overtime charges forthe custodians will be charged before 8:00 a.m. and after 1:00a.m', amount

to equal the overtime benefits according to current Union Contract'

5. Minor Sports Groups to be billed monthly with such accounts to be paid within 15 days.

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Facilities lnformation and Capacities

RECREATION COMPLEXSO. FT.12,404ft w/ floor down1 600Area wal

64.25" wide 83.75" h hsrzeConstructed in 1967

Meetin 950uet 718Cabaret 520

900

nference 56Classroom 36Theatre 75

585

Conference 40Classroom 20Theatre 40

5Willow Room:SQ. FT.INFORMATIONDOGWOOD GYM3,52842'x84'Area

Meeting 45Q lCabaret N/Auet 350SQ. FTINFORMATIONPRIEST VALLEY GYM8,58681'x 106'Area

Constructed in 1972743Meetiet & Cabaret N/ABa

Boxi4,000Area

121Meetiuet & Cabaret N/Atn Rink d

19 20016Q' x 120'AreaOwned by Vernon Curling &

Athletic ClubConstructedin 1972

Meeting 2,000both 1,200&Lou N/Aboth 558Cabaret & Meeti

SQ. FT.INFORMATIONCS CENTREPool

82'x62'= ft08525mx 19m = 450 sq uare metersArea8,1601 02' x 80'and deckArea

Renovated in 1994Constructed in 1967350 swimmers & 50 sPectatorsCa231,571|MP Gallons/ 1,052,725

Liters278,101US Gallons

Le re:7 90476' x 104'and dArea2,900Water on estimated

225 swimmers36,653 IMP Gallons/ 166, 624

Liters44,018 US Gallons250AreaHot Tub:

28 swimmersCapacity

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4 90 US Gallons 3, 572lMP Gallons/ 16,238 Liters

FitnessCapacity 60 people or 20 in a user group

Facilities Information and Gapacities Cont'd

SGHEDULE IIAII


SQ. FT.SENIOR CITIZEN'S CENTRE INFORMATIONArea 28'x 35'Pool Room 80 980

1,288& Areas:

2,268Halina Room (caPacitY 1 Area 42' x54'81

seats936Club Room 77 seats Area 26'x 36'252Kitchen Area 14'x18'266Area 14' x 19'

3lseatsOfficeCafeteria 391

72Craft Room Area 8'x 9'548Common

7,001

PERCENTLOCATION TOTAL SQUARE FOOTAGES47Auditorium 12,40413 o/o

3 5288 o/o

Common Areas 2 1744Offices 1,05528 o/o

Seniors Centre 7,001100 %'162TOTAL

PARKING SPACES

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STALLS

36

156113

MainP.V. ArenaP.VMain 174

Rink 94

17Area 85'x 200'20 89Area Gross buildi

Zamboni door size 9' 10" wide g',4', h908Constructed in 1978 VFSC addition in 1994

S 200 seatsS

Off-ice room 125 NS

ca 113 of 225 tonsFt. each600Room X1 + #2Ft. each664Room #3+HFt. each358Room g5+#6

650Off lce Room 10'x 65'

OUTDOOR RINK INFORMATION SQ. FT.

Area (ice surface) 118' x 126' 14,868

Constructed in 1967

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SCHEDULE IIAII

113 of 225 tonsRefrigeration capacitY

Attached to and formi of #5748

GURLING INFORMATION SQ. FT.

Area (ice surface) 160'x 120' 19,200

Area ross buildi

Constructed in 1972(Privately owned by Vernon

Curling Club)

Refrigeration caPacitY 113 of 225 tons

lTire INFORMATION SQ, FT.

Area (ice surface)Standard-85'x200'Olympic 100' x 200'

17,00020 000 maxrmum

Area building 91,600

Constructed in 2001

Seating 3006Standing: 500 (concourse)

Floor Seating 1 500

Upgraded TechnologYADSL, Telus Bi00, DYnamnic

lP Allocation

6 Dressing rooms

Drape 16' x 8' (11 in tota

#eration 2250 Kilowatts

Front entrance rage door 7' 3" wide x 9' high

Zamboni 9'11" Wide

Zamboni overhead door 13'8" x 13" Tall

@3ssl!!$ INFORMATION SQ. FT.

n3431

Area 51.5' x 42.5' 2189

uet

MeetCabaret

e Doors 7' 8" wide x7' 11" high

ffiCtqssqyelRoom:

27'x46' 1242

Training Room: INFORMATION SQ. FT.

Area 23'x49' 1,127

INFORMATION SQ. FT

Area 28'x27' 756

BanquetMeeti 67

Cabaret N/A

Parki INFORMATION SQ. FT

UBBe+East lot 100 Stalls

tewer North lot 399 Stalls

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122 StallsWest side42 Stalls

663TotalStallss8. FT.INFORMATION

Place - NORTH

Multi Use Facility - Kal Tire Place

The facility was constructed to provide needed ice time and to be one of the oremier

events that othenruise would not be available for the citizens of the communitv to enioY

appropriate fee to use/attend the facility.

One of the challenqes is to find that balance in fees that is most beneficial to the owner,

flexibility and the authqrity to neootiate feesicharqes for maior events and the operator

should be given this authority'

This would result in the best use of the ice time plus the most efficient use of all facilities

SGHEDULE "A'Attached to and form of #5748

Area (ice surface) 85'x 200' 1 7 , 000

Constructed in 2018

r Sport 400 Seats

Dressing Rooms o

eration 2250 Kilowatts18'x 35' 630

LAKER,S CLUBHOUSE: INFORMATION SQ. FT.

Main Area 60'x 30'Oval 1,800

Kitchen 242

Parking Stalls 42

in the community.

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Lavington Pool ......

Lakeview Poo|.......

Polson Spray Pool.

Lakers Clubhouse.

Facility lnventory

Auditorium/Pool/GYmnasiums ...

Halina Senior Citizen's Centre .'

curling Rink (owned by Vernon curling & Athletic club)'... 3400 - 39th Avenue, v1T 3E1

Priest Valley Arena/GYmnasium.

Vernon Winter Carnival Society Building

Multi Use Facility

34Og - 35th Avenue, V1T 3E1

.3401- 35th Avenue, V1T 2T5

(KalTirePlace&North)'..3445-43'dAvenue,V1T8P5. 6401 Lavington WaY, V1 B 3G5

......3001 - 18th Street, V1T 4Ao

........ 2600 HighwaY 6, V1T 5G4

7000 Cummins Road, V1H 1M2

SCHEDULE'A'Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5748

3310 - 37th Avenue, V1T 2Y5

3310 - 37th Avenue, V1T 2Y5

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SCHEDULE !IAI!


Pool Drop in RatesTaxes Included

Rate2018-19

Rate

Full Access Faci Pass - SINGLE$6.15Adult 19+a

Seniors - 25% Discounta

$4.60Youth 13-18o$4.1 0$4.00o Child -12

$2.00Preschool -6 0-2 N/Co$13.45Famio

00Toonie Swim - Adulta

$2.00 $2.00Toonie Swim - Youtha

Disabled - 25o/o Discounto

Full Access Facil Pass - 10X PASS free use$55.35Adult 19+a

Seniors - 25o/o Discounta +$41.40Youth 13-18o

$36.90$36.00chird -12a

$18.00Preschool 3-6 0-2 N/Ca$121.05Fama

Disabled - 25o/o Discounta

Full Access Facili Pass - 2OX PASS free uses$1 07.1 0$104.55Adult 19+o

Seniors - 25o/o Discounta

$78.20Youth 13-18a

$68.00child -12o00 $34.85Preschool 0-2 N/Ca

$233.758.65Famio


Full Access Facil Pass -30 DAY PASS$67.65Adult 19+o

Seniors - 25o/o Discounta +1.15 $52.25Youth 13-18o

00 $44.95o Child -12$22.00Preschool 0-2 N/Ca

$148.80. FamDisabled - 25o/o Discounta

Full Access Facil Pass -90 DAY PASS$138.55Adult 19+o


$104.70Youth 13-18a00 $91.95child -12o

$46.00$45.00Preschool 3-6 0-2 N/Ca

$304.60Famia

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SCHEDULE IIAII

Attached to and formi of #5748


Full Access Facil Pass -180 DAY P

Adult 19+ $237.40o

Seniors - 25% Discounta +179.55Youth 13-18a154.00chitd -12a

10Preschool 3-6 0-2 N/Ca522.20Famia


ull Access Facil Pass-lYEARP13.60Adult 19+o

Seniors - 25% Discounto +12.85Youth 13-18a rS

00child -12o134.35Preschool 0-2 N/Co09.60Famia


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SCHEDULE ''A''Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5748

Arena Drop in RatesTaxes lncluded

Rate2018-19

Rate

PUBLIC SKATING$5.85o Adult

Seniors 5+ - 25o/o Discounta

$4.40Youth 7-18a rS

$1.70Preschoolo

$12.85. Fami Rate$5.95$5.85Shin Ho


STRIP TICKETS - 1O X PASS { free use$52.65o Adult

Seniors - 25o/o Discounto60Youth 7-18a rS

$15.75$15.30Preschoolo

$115.65Fam Rateo

$52.65Adult Sh Ha


STRIP TICKETS - 2OX PASS 3 free uses$101.15$99.45Adulta


$74.80Youth 7-18a

$28.90Preschoola$218.45Fami Ratea

$99.45Adult Shin Ha

Disabled - 25% Discounto

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lncl Tax18-19

onP rams.60outh

195.20It

hool District No. 22school hoursunn

Useun195.20ult - Season

.60ult - Non Prime126.88of rateSeasonouth -

.60nor - Season 50% of rateommercial

E. red EntertainmentsF r - Gurrent Contracts

as Per Contractunior Hp / Takedown Timeof ular rate

Priest Valleylce Rates

SCHEDULE ''A'Attached to and form of #574t

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Rate2018-19

Rate2019-20

lnclTax

A. Recreation Programsouth $41.84 942.76 N/A

ult $83.69 $85.52 N/A

B hool District No.22During school hours N/C N/C

un Useult - Season r 1 -J 31 where available $83.69 $85.52 $89.80

outh - Reg Season Apr 1 - July 31 wherelable % of rate iE A ATI |l!16

â

inor - Reg Season Apr 1 - July 31 wherelable (50% of rate) q,a4 LA q,4) 7A dj A a r\t\

D Commerciall- Prevaili Adult Rate $1380.90 $1481.64

n-Resident Business - Preva iti Adult Rate $2761.78 $2822.16 92963.27

E. s Entertainmentl- Prevaili Adult Rate $1004.29 $1030.20 $1081.71

Performance r of 7.5% ross or $418.45 5427 38 $449.98

on-Resident - Prevail Adult Rate $1841.20 51881.44 $1975.51

nd Performance r of 10% ross or $836.90 $&5520 $897.96

F o Gurrent Private GontractstJ. Setup / Takedown

50o/o of regular rate

Priest ValleyFloor Rates

SCHEDULE "A'Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #574t'

H PV - Off lce RoomHou $24.13 $24.66 $25.90

1t2 $91.56 $93.56 s8.24

Day $241.32 $246.60 $258.93

l=

$o=€o $o-50 +neluded

2-H€'t#rs $4-90 $+00 +n€+udedw w lneluded

$3$O w lfi€lud€d$#o $12€O lficluded

M€n+hly $43$O $43S0 $45J-5

Page 19 284

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lnclTax

Rate2018-19

onP ms$47.52 N/Aouth$e5-04 N/AIt

I District No.22School Hoursn

Usem$99.80$95.04Season Dec 1-Mar 1

$4e.90947.52- Non Prime 50$64.81$61.78uth - Season Dec 1-Mar 1 of rate 45o$49.90947.52Season Dec 1-Mar 1 50% of rate 50tnor -

rcialE. rivate S EntertainmentF Current Private Contracts

/ Takedown50% of regular rate

Centennial Outdoor Rinklce Rates

SCHEDULE IIAII

Attached to and formin of #5748

Page 20 285

lncl Tax018-19

Rate2019-20

rams$251 N/Auth 13o$45.22 N/A.25

hool District No. 22duri school hours

$30,86$29.39school hours - rate lies 8.60

UseunsN41$226.10Rate 1.25

$47.49$45.22- Reg Season Mar 1 - Nov 30 where.25

ilable

$30.86$29.39uth - Season 5% of rate 60o922.61 $23.74tnor - Season 50% of rate 1.13

rcial$483.85 $508.05Rate 73.48$982.21 $1031.32Resident Business - Rate 961.16

E S d Entertainment;370.31$3t2.62- Prevaili Adult Rate 11

9229.Q$218.11d Performance reater of 7 .5o/o ross or 13.43$678.88$646.55Resident - Prevailin Adult Rate .69$384.50$366.19cond Performance reater of 10% .34ross or

F urrent Private Gontracts/ Takedown

50% of regular rate

Centennial Outdoor RinkFloor Rates

SCHEDULE ''A''Attached to and formi of aw #5748

Page 21 286

SCHEDULE IIAII


@The faeility was eenstrueted te previde needed iee time and te be ene ef the Premier

faeilities in the Greater Vernen area, One ef the purpeses ef the faeilitY is te attract

peeple whe attend these events, er spenser these events; sheuld be PrePared te PaY an

This weuld result in the best use ef the iee time plus the mest efficient use ef all faeilities

in+ne-eemp+t+nitY+

Page 22 287

lce Rates

North

SCHEDULE "A''Attached to and form rt of #5748

Rate2019-20

lncl TaxRate2018-19

on rams$104.84 NA$104.84outh$209.68 N/A$209.68ult

ool District No. 22N/C N/CN/CDuring school hours

Usemmun$209.68 fi220.16$209.68Season$104.84 $110.08$104.84- Non Prime

$143.10$136.29 $136.295% of rateouth - Season

6t dr, , n n ollrAAA 6,1inor - Reg Season (50% of rate)

i224.48 $235.70N/A31ummer Use - June '1-Ju

ialE. lPrivate Sponsored EntertainmentF - Gurrent Gontracts

as Per Contractunior H/ Takedown

of ular rate

Rate2018-19

Rate2019-20

lnclTax

reation P ramsouth $97.60 $99.74 N/A

It $195.20 i199.47 N/A

hool District No. 22During school hours N/C N/C N/C

mmun UseSeason $195.20 i199.47 $20945

- Non Prime $97.60 $99.74 $104.73

outh - Season of rate $126 88 $129.66 $1 36.1 5

rnor - Season 50% of rate $97.60 $99.74 $104.73

ummer Use - June 1-Ju 31 $224.48 $224.48 $235.70

rcialE. rivate S red EntertainmentF - Current Gontracts

unror as Per Contract/ Takedown Time

of r rate

Page 23 288

lncl Tax18-19

reation P9494outh8787It

hool District No.22UF: N/C du school hours

1336.09 1402.891336.09CeremoUsen

94.368787ult - Season r1-Ju 31 where available

outh - Reg Season APr 1 - July 31 whereilable o/o of rale

nor - Reg Season APr 1 - JulY 31 wherelable 50% of rate

mmercial1557.001482.86 1482.86t- reater of 15o/o ticket sales or rate

161.183010.653010.65ident Business - greater of 15% ticketor rate

803.94.4242N Profit reate of 1 5% ad ISS ton rateror monnsored Entertainment

1132.361078.44 1078.44of 15% ticket sales or rate097.001977.14 1977.14r of 15% ticket sales or rate

Current Private Gontracts/ Takedown

0% of ular rate

SCHEDULE "A'Attached to and formin of #574t

D Floor Rates

* ln addition to the above fees, there will be a displacement fee for events held during the

tce season

Vu+r-+lse-eaei+ity-Kal Tire Place NorthD Floor Rates

lncl Tax18-19

reation rams1.84outh

69It

hool District No. 22tcschool hoursn

muni Use691-J 31 where availableSeasonult -

.40

Apr 1 - July 31 where availableouth - Reg Seasonof rate)

1.84inor - Reg Season Apr 1 - July 31 where available

of rate)

ommercial1380.90l- Prevaili Adult Rate761.78Adult Raten-Resident Business - Prevaili

s EntertainmentE.

Page 24 289

$1004.20Local- Prevail Adult Rate$418.45reater ol7.5o/oSecond Performance or

$1841.20RatetiI n ItAd uRes ntideon PrevaN36.90reater of 10o/o sorSecond Performance

F No Current Private Contractsl.t. / Takedown

50% of ular rate

SCHEDULE "A'Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #574t

Page 25 290

Multi Use FacilitYRoom Rentals

Page 25

SCHEDULE "A'Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5741'

lncl TaxRate18-19

3431

.4770

18959.10u591.00

124233.53ou

30

ft2) Capacity 42 peoPle

4110

ning Room (1,127 ff)19.99

Muf$-UseF

17.01ou127.581t2170.10

Parkin LotA.72H20Per

Farmers Market as contract

Page 26 29L

Curling Rinkrill- 15 Floo

* NOTE: The Curling Club facility is owned and operated by the Vernon Clrling & Athletic

Club. lt is leased to [ne City of Vernon from April 1st through September 1Sth each year.


lncl Tax2018-19

99outh7.97ult

hool District No.22school hours no chunn e

68utside school hours - Hou80Rate

77.60-D RateUseommu

97It - Hou70Rate78ult- 112

I

1616.51rate on3233.02n-Resident Business - rate on

s Entertainment1175.88

85nd performance greater of 7 -5% gross sales

rate155.34on-Resident -

70nd performance greater of 10o/o gross sales

rateCurrent Private Gon tracts

/ Takedownof Rate

ables/Ghai tn rs07r 100ables/Chairs

Current Labour Rates78leachers rda

Page 27 292

Rate2018-19

Rate2019-20

Tax Incl

reation msouth $36.20 $37.00 N/A

It $72.40 $73.99 N/A

ool District No.22n school hours no N/C

utside school hours hou $47.06 $48.09 $50.50

Rate $470.60 $480.94 $504.99

1t2 D $352.95 $360.68 $378J1mun Use

ult - Hou $72.40 $73.99 $77.69

ult - Rate 9724.00 $739.86 $776.85

ult- 112 $534.00 $554.90 $582.64

rcial-1t2d $895.95 $915.63 $961.41

rate on $1194.60 g1z:20f,4 ;1281.88

Resident Business - 112 $1791.90 $1831.26 $1922,82

Resident Business - rate on $2389.20 $2441.68 $2563.76

E S d EntertainmentLocal - Dav $868.80 $887.83 $776.85

performance greater of 7.5o/o

sales or rate$362.00 $369.93 $388.43

n-Resident - $1607.28 91627-c€ ;1709.08

performance greater of 1oo/o

ross sales or rate$724.00 $793.86 $833.55

F o Current Private Gontracts/ Takedown - Da

0o/o ol Rateables/Gha rsables/Chairs 100 $46.07 ;47.08 949.44

Current Labour RatesBleachers (per day, Per set) $30.78 $31.45 $33.03

Recreation CentreAuditorium Main Floor Rental

" Auditorium Main Floor rental includes use of the auditorium and stage only. Meeting

rooms are rented seParatelY.

SCHEDULE "A''Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5748

Page 28 293

Rate2018-19

Rate 2019-20

Tax lncl

P ramsouth $43.88 $44-4 N/A

ult $87.76 $89.68 N/A

hool District No. 22

u school hours no ch N/C

utside school hours $57.04 $58.29 $61.21

Rate $570.40 $582.92 s612.07O Rate $427.80 $437.1 I ;459.05

mmuni Use$87.76 $89.68 s94.16

Rate $877.60 $896.80 $941.64

It- 112 $658.20 $672.60 $706.23

ialrate on i1448.04 $1479.72 $1553J1

t-112 $1086.00 $1 109.79 $1165,28

n-Resident Business - D rate $2896.08 $2959.44 $3107.41

n-Resident Business - 1t2 $2172.08 $2219.58 $2330.56

onsored Entertainment$1053.12 $1076.16 $1129.97

on-Resident - D $1948.27 91972.96

n Profit Use **

Current Private Contracts/ Takedown

of Ratet. ables/Ghai leachers

ables/Chairs 100 $46.07 ;47.08 ;49.44

Current Labour Rates

Bleachers (per daY, per set) $30.78 $31.45

SCHEDULE IIAII


Recreation CentreCreekside Conference Centre

* Creekside Conference Centre rental includes use of entire facility including break out

rooms

** Non-profit organizations may qualify for a flat rental fee by submitting a financial

statement to the Recreation Services at the conclusion of the event'

Page 29 294


Reereatien Centre@

zgl+-18WestRa+e

20{€-19WestRate

UVest

l€€l +ax

291+18Eas+Ra+e

2+18-19Eas+Rate

Eas+

ln€l

AYeuth Heurly $1€€3 $1€++5 NIA $2256 $2344 MA

Yeuth1'/zDav w+ wJ+ N/A $#3 $53s+ NIA

Yeuth Day Rate $6{-15 W NIA $86€5 $8e94 NIA

F2S7 w N/A $45,1€ $4627 NIA

$7358 $75,49 NiA $1€447 $4W NIA

Adu+t-Dav+a+e W7 $42s-,15 N/A $1+33+ g#e NIA

4

eharge I L/-\ ltrn

Outside school hours -112 Dav

$4784 $4e€o $5+53 $67€0 $6ss7 $re,15

DavRa+e $8{=34 $83=45 $87€2 $412€5 $11558 $121€6br

Mti{t-]1€iurlv $€ps7 w re $45-1€ $4s27 $48$8

Mult-€rayrqa+e $12*7 w545 $131+2 $17€€J+ w+=&2 ${€6++Mul+--{12-Erav $7358 $75,49 $7e+6 va4+7 $1W2+ $112,9

+te€al--{4eurlv $50s3 $#25 $54€6 w4JQ w+-8+L€€a+--112-DEY $14455 ${-1+53 $12341 $1s38 $1+1=73 $1€032

M $1€0=93 $1€5€9 $205€8 WHg $28534 $2ss+6Non-Resident Business- 112 Day

wAg $23536 W+ ffi tr43€6 $360€3

Non-Resident Business- Day rate only

$€81-86 $391=79 $41J-38 $55558 $#03 $598$3

EE Ne Current Private Centraeb

Fl=

$4637 $48€7

*

Page 30 295

Rate2018-19

Rate 201920

Tax lncl

onP msouth Hou $16.45 $16.81 N/A

1t2 t37.77 $38.58

outh Rate $62.74 $64.10

It Hou $32.e0 $33.62 N/A

ft 112 $75.49 $77.15

ult Rate $125.45 $128.20


unn school hours no chschool hours

Rate $83.45 $85.28 i89.55O Rate $49.80 $50.89 $53.44

ommu Useult-H $32.90 $33.62 $35.31

ult - Rate $125.45 glBA $134-qt

ult- 112 $75.49 $71,15 $81-01

mmercialHou Rate $52.25 $53.40 $56.07

- 1t2 $1 17.53 $120.11 $126.12

Rate $195.89 $200.18 $21 0.1 Ion-Resident Business - 112 $235.06 $240.21 $252.22

;400.37 $420.39Non-Resident Business - DaY Rate $391.79rivate S red Entertainment

n-Resident -Current Private Gontracts

/ Takedownof Rate

ables/Chaables/Chairs 100 07 $47.08 ;49.44

Staqinq @ Current Labour Rates

Recreation CentreMeetin Room - Sunset Room

* Meeting room(s) rates are discounted 50% when rented in conjunction with the

Auditoriuir (subjeci to all areas being available). This applies to all rental categories.

SCHEDULE ''A'Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #574t

Page 31 296

SCHEDULE ''A''Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5748

Recreation CentreMeet Room - Sunrise Room

* Meeting room(s) rates are discounted 50% when rented in conjunction with the Auditorium

(subject t6 all areas being available). This applies to all rental categories.

2019- Tax lncl18-19

ramsnN/A14outh Hou

53.61o uth 11288.91Rate

N/A.27ult H107.21ult 112177.82ult Rate

ool District No. 22school hours noun

utside school hours115.58Rate

67- RateUsemun

27- Hou177.82Rateult -107.21ult- 112

rcial4.10Rate

171.73t- 1121Rate

n-Resident Business - 1t2 D570.03n-Resident Business - Rate

onsored Entertainmentte

on-Resident - D

o Gurrent Private Contracts/ Takedown

Rateofleachersles/Chai

07ables/Chairs 100Current Labour Rates

Page 32 297

SCHEDULE IIAII


Recreation CentreRoom - Willow Room

Rate2018-19

Rate 2019-20

Tax lnc!

Youth Hourlv N/A s14.45 N/A

Youth 1l2Dav N/A 933.24

Youth Dav Rate N/A $55.64

Adult Hourlv NIA $28.90 MAdult 112 Du N/A $66.42

Adult Dav Rale N/A v11,n

Durino school hours no charqe MEOutsidesehoolhoulg NIA

Dav Rate NIA 972.33 $75.95a Dav Rate N/A s43.21 $4532

N'A $28.90 $3035N/A i111.27 $116.84N/A i66.47 $69.80

Local Hourlv Rate N/A $46.24 ;48.56

Local - 112 Dav N/A $10636 $11.68

Local - Dav Rate NIA $178.04 8186.95N/A $223.24 8234.41

Non-Resident Busi ness: lay8ale NIA $357.18 $375.04

Local - Dav NIA

Non-Resident * Dav N/A

Tables/Chairs per 100 N/A $47.08 04p44Staoino @ Current Labour Rates

Page 33 298

SCHEDULE IIAII


Recreation CentreOutdoor D S ace

" These spaces are located outside on the patio area of the Recreation Centre and are

10'x10'

Recreation Centrelndoor Lob S ace

*This indoor space is located in the Recreation centre lobby

18-19Rate 2019-20

Tax lncl

c. nt Useouth Rate 16.67 $17.04 $17.8e

ult D Rate 65 $26.21 $aaD rcial

Local Day Rate l$st.so 952.42 $55.04

018-19Rate 2019-20

Tax lncl

ommu Useouth Rate 16.67 917.04 $17.89

Rate 5.65 926,21 $27.21

Local Day Rate l$st.go 952.42 $55.04

Page 34 299

Rate2018-19

Rate2019-20

lncl Tax

nP ramsIN r hou 16.85 t17.22 $18.08

hou 3.30 ;23.81 $25.00

un Useull Kitchen - no settin 168.28 $171.97 $180.57

lace Setti each 1.67 $1.71 $1.80

rep Area Only (no dishes, stoves/ovens, 84.14ishwasher, etc.

$85.99

Clean- Current Labour Rate 82 $47.08 $49.43

r Glasses -7 oz (maximumgo) 0.53 $0.54 $0.57

f/ater Pitchers (maximum 15) l$s.z+ $3.31 $3.48

SCHEDULE "A"Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5748

Recreation CentreKitchen Rental

The kitchen has 300 place settings, which consist of:*1 dinner plate *1 side plate *1 salad bowl *1 cup and saucer*1 salad fork *1 knife *1 sPoonThe following items are not included and must be supplied by the renter:*water glasses *wine glasses *linen *salt and pepper shakers*sugar bowls *cream jugs *cutting knives

The kitchen, including all equipment, is to be left clean and tidy. All materials,foods, etc. must be removed at the end of the rental. Any missing or damagedarticles will be charged to the renter. A $500.00 damage deposit may be

required on kitchen rentals.

* On-going Kitchen Rentals:* The rental of the Kitchen at the prep price is designed to fill days not booked

for events.* lf there is an event booked at the facility and they require the kitchen for food

or catering service, the normal rental fees will apply.* The kitchen will be booked for a t hour period so that the rental on the contract

reflects what the prep price was designed for (essentially a half day rental).

* We require renters to maintain a $200.00 security deposit for kitchen rentals.

* We require renters to pay in advance for several bookings; preferably a month

at a time.

* lf for some reason a renter is unable to use a date that has been booked and

paid for, and we receive notification 48 hours in advance, we will gladly credit

the account.

* We will charge renters for cancellations with less than 48 hours notice.

Page 35 300

lnclTax2019-18-19

tion PN/A9950% of YthHoureschool -N/A15.98Hououth - N/A159.80outh - N/A1.95ult - HouN/A19.50ult -N/A.27outh - PVN/A70outh - PVN/A53ult - PV HouN/A30It_ PV

hool District No. 22N/Cschool hoursn

school hours - use commun ity

Useun1.95Houult -19.50ult -0.77Hououth -

15.98nor - Hou53ult - PV Hou

30It-PV04outh - PV Hou.27inor - PV Hou

ercial.57nt-

70ident - D

ident - D 1t211.50Resident -

.901t2n-Resident -36ent - PV Hou

933.60-PV560.13-PV 1121867.11on-Resident - PV1120.27on-Resident-PY 112

rivate nsored Entertainment537.35Pernt-

16.27rmancend1074.69PerResident -32,54rmance

1366.21- PV Per57.04cond rmance reater of 7 .5o/o or

32.63ofTown - PV Per

Recreation Centrenasium Rentals

1114.07

SCHEDULE "A"Attached to and forming part of Bylaw #5748

d performance greater of 10o/o or

Page 36 301

SCHEDULE IIAII


r - Gurrent ContractsBoxi Club

r month (Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb,

336.68r month (Apr, May, June, JulY, Aug,

92.06r/ Takedown

of ular rate

Page 37 302

SCHEDULE ITAII


Lakers Clubhouse Rate 2018-19

Rate2019-20

lncl Tax

reation ramsouth and Adult P 13.30 $13.59 N/A

oolsn school hours no cha

utside school hours 17 $45.14 $47.40

mmun Use17 $45.14 947.40

ult-"/z.D Rate 1.28 $338.55 $355.48

-D Rate 1.70 $451.37 9473.94

F Feemall Events and Rentals 70 $28.31 $29.73

ium Events 5.40 $56S2 $5e.45

Large Events -Weddinqs l$110.80 9113.24 $1 18.90

Page 38 303

Rate2018-19

Rate2019-20

lnclTax

n ramsin Programs will pay on a percentage basis toreed u n between

hools Public and PrivateLessons students or less - hou $135.70 $138.69 $145.62

blic Swim Rental 50 students or less - hou $90.48 i92.46 $97!8Fees itional - hou $45.24 $46.23 $48t4un Use

ultSwim Rental (35 swimmers or less) - $1 13.58 $1 16.07 $121.87

Lane Rental 8 swimmers or less - hou $22.62 $23.12 9242€Fees itional - hou $45.24 $46.23 $48.54

tnor rts GrouSwim Rental (provides NL certified coach) - $45.24 $46.23 $48.54

m Meet cludes 3 uard fi135.72 $138.69 s145.62

Lane Rental - $11.31 $11.56 s12.14

Fees additional 545.24 ;46.23 $4881mmercial

Swim Rental 35 swimmers or less $187.41 $201.10

Lane Rental 8 swimmers or less - hou $37.32 $38.15 $40.06

Fees additional $45.24 946.23 $48.54

n-Resident BusinessSwim Rental 35 swimmers or less $374.82 $383.04 i402.19

Lane Rental 8 swimmers or less $74.64 $7630 i80.12

Extra Fees (additional staffl - hourlY $45.24 $46.23 $48.54

SCHEDULE IIAII


Recreation CentreSwimmi Pool

* Mandatory staff (lifeguard) fee will be added to Private Swim Rental based on

attendance*

Page 39 304

Recreation CentreSwimmi Lessons


lnclTax18-19

O x1l2 Hour1

10-1h, Duck Sea TurtleOtter: 4-1

lamander: 5-1

71

tax on Yth

59.41

unfish, Crocodile, Whale, SK 1, SK 2, SK 3 6-1

2. 0 x 3/4 Hour

6-1 tax on Yth77.39

5 SK 6: 8-13 0x1 Hour

OS:tax on Yth

K7_SK10 chro Star: 10-1 101.3411 0-

rivate Lessons4.27outh Private

outh Sem i-P rivate add rti $S/chi tdaon.25ult Private

It Sem P rivate add itional $S/ad Itut-u

5. ia lasseson

Costsours and Ratios Vary Based on Program

uirementsial Needs6

3-1ua98.761-1outh143.251-1u

7 lLifeguard Coursevi n Pool Summer on8.

07sh-SK2 Slessons ur

Page 40 305

Rate18-19

Rate2019-20

lncl Tax

School District Fields: City of Vernon also books School District No: 22

fields after school hours and on weekends.orO nization - Per fi r 137.85 $147.91

inor Gro orO nization - Per fi r 93 970.44 s73.96

City of Vernon will not be responsi ble for lining fields or diamonds.

Lime and liner will be available only at those facilities under the

City's controlwith adequate storage room on site.

I Fields rated the of Vernon:e Play - Adult GrouP/Organization

hour/per field 19.70 $20.1 3 $21.14

Play - Youth GrouP/Organizationhour/per field 12.81 $13.09 $13.74

ue Play - Minor GrouP/Organ izationhour/per field 85 $10.07 $10.57

ournaments - Adult Group/Organizationday/per field 29 $87.16 $9'1.52

ournaments - Youth Group/Organizationr day/per field 44 $56.65 $59.48

Tournaments - Minor Group/OrganizationPer field/per day

[, 65 $43.58 $45.76

ractice Fields of Vernon or School District No. 22 F ields

ult Group or Organization I 1-1/2 hr booking/once per week -on book u to two weeks in advance

Price per practice l$za.ao $30.96

htshts at DND Adults 9.14 $29.78 $31.27

Youth l$t+.sz $14.89 i15.63

BookiParks

Fields or Diamonds for ue Pl or Practice

To guarantee use of field(s) or diamond(s) by a specific local community, non-profit group

on i regular basis, an Administration Fee for School District 22 sports fields or a Park User

Fee for-City of Vernon sports fields will apply. A Park Use Permit must be obtained and

returned wiih written approvalto followfrom City of Vernon Recreation Services'

SCHEDULE IIAII


Page 41 306

SCHEDULE IIAII


ParksKin Race Track

lncl Tax18-19

hool District No. 22N/Cschool hoursu

Usemun63fieldult Tournaments - Per

-Perh er fieldult ue16outh Tournaments - Per field

17.08fieldouth ue Pla - Per hou7.82fieldnor Tournaments - Per hou

13.14fieldueP hoor

1 I 1

ent Business - Per daY or 10o/o

ross gate receipts, whichever is greaterof

72

Resident Business - Per daY orross gate receipts, whichever is greater

10% of

*ln Beer Garelen area, fee will ineluele washreemst utilitiest

tables and ehairs and all ether existing equipment'

* Fee will include lime and liner for fields.

Page 42 3A7

SCHEDULE IIAII


Picnic SheltersKin Beach

lncl TaxRate18-19


school hoursumun Use

150.30n Beach -5,151t2 dn Beach -

ommercial191.27Business - d95.631t2ident Business -

52.82Resident Business - d126.42Resident Business - 1t2 d

ntal to include washroom, utilities and existing Picnicand chairs are not included.

existingbles. Tables

: Half rate=4hoursor less

Page 43 308

SCHEDULE IIAII


Pienie SheltersPolson Park

Rate 2018-19

Rate2019-20

lncl Tax

PolsonPark@MGreenSpaeeS $45.e6 $46.97 $49.32

lson Oval - Commun Useult Grou rd $197.46 $201.79 $211.88

outh rd $128.35 $131 .17 $137.73

nor $98.73 $100.90 $105-95

2 heHr minimum bleeks

Menth ef June enly C;l A OA

Adult Groups (per dav) N/A $100.00 $105.00

Youth Groups (per dav) N/A $65.00 $68.25

Minor Groups (per dav) N/A $50.00 $52.50

Folson Paooda or Gardens - CommunilylJseAdult Groups (per dav) $45.e6 $46.97 $49.32

Youth Groups (per dav) $29.88 $30s3 $30.53

NIinor Groups-fter-dry) $22.98 s23.49 923.4Polson Pavilion - Gommunitv UseAdult Grouos (oer dav) M $100.00 $105-00

Youth Groups (per dav) N/A $65.00 $68.25

Minor Grouos (per dav) N/A $50.00 $52.50

Rental Extras$10.00 $10.50;45.00 947.25i30.00 $31.50

polson park permit charge is for the permit only. Additional charges will be levied for

additional services, e.g. tables and chairs, according to the fee schedule'

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Civic Plaza and CenotaPh Park Rate2018-19

Rate2019-20

lnclTax

Park Permit per DaY N'A $100.00 $105.00

Extra Garbaqe eansleagh) $10.00 $10.50

Wash room Cleans (per clean) M $45.00 $47.25

Po M $30.00 $31.50

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SGHEDULE IIAII


ParksSpecial Event or Tournaments -

MacDonald Park and Other Soccer Fields

** 112 day rates will be 50% of full day rate.

lncl Tax2019-

ool District No. 22school hoursn

mmunl Usenizationsult Grou

197.00Dai19.70

outh Grou nizations128.1012.81u

anizationsor rou8.50a85ou

ommercial36.24Business dai

3.42on-Resident Use daifor diamonds, utilities and washroomRental includes lime and liner

ilities.

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lncl Tax

nP ramsult 105.89 $108.21 $1 13.62

outh 52.95 $54.11 $56.82

hool District No. 22u school hours N/C

mu Useult fi 105.89 $108.21 $113.62

outh rd r field 83 $70.34 $73.86

nor rd r fie 95 $54.11 $56.82

mercialident Business 174.72 $178-55 $187.48

Non-Resident Use (Per field .44 $357.09 9374,94

SCHEDULE !IA!I


ParksCam - All Ball Fields

* Commercial groups can arrange camps through community organization that will pay the

appropriate fee

* lt will be up to the community group to determine the financial support they require from

the commercialgroup.* Rental includes lime, liner, utilities, and washroom facilities.

S ort CamParks

- All Soccer Fields

Commercial groups can arrange camps through community organization that will pay the

appropriate fee.* lt will be up to the commr,rnity group to cletermine the financial support they require from

the commercial group.* Rental includes lime, liner, utilities and washroom facilities.

* There is no half day rate or reduced fee for use of only one field'

* 1l2day rates are 50% of full day rate'

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018-19Rate2019 n

lncl Tax

on ramsult 309.77 $316.55 $33238

outh 154.89 $158.28 $166.1 Ihool District No. 22

u school hours N/C

mun Useult d 77 $316.55 $332.38

outh 35 i205.76 )216.05

nor 154.89 $158.28 ;166.19

ommercialnt Business rda 78.82 i387.12 $406.48

on-Resident Use rda 91 $514.95 $540.70

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ParksTennis Court Rentals

*To reserve courts, minimum of 15 people required.

* User group must post use of courts 2 days prior to event'

ParksVoll Court Rentals

Volleyball courts should be inspected by the user before use

Rate2018-19

Rate 2019-20

lncl Tax

A. onP ramsr court r hou 39 $7.55 $7.93

outh court hou 70 $3.78 $3.97

B hool District No. 22school hours N/C

un Useult court hou .39 $7.55 $zi3

outh court 80 $4.91 $5.16

tnor court r hou 70 $3.78 $3.97

D. ialent court hou 12.19 $12.46 $13.08

n-Resident court r hou 38 $24.91 $26.16g

018-19Rate 2019-20

lncl Tax

Pult r court r hou 7.39 $7.55 i7.93

outh r court hou 3.70 $3.78 $3.97


unn school hours N/C N/C

un Useult court r hou 7.39 $7.55 ;7.93

outh court hou 80 $4.91 $5.1 6

tnor court hou 3.70 $3.78 $3.97

ialent r court hour 12.19 912.46 $13.08

Non-Resident court per hour) l$24.38 i24.91 $26.16

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ParksPickleball Court Rentals

Rate 2019-20

lncl TaxRate2018-19

N/A$7.55lN/AAdult ,r,er 4 courts pernaunN/A$3.78

N/C ME

$7,55 $7.93$5.16$4.91lrunYouth ioer 4 courts per hour)$3.97$3 78lN/AMinor /oer 4 courts per hour)

$13!8912.46lN/AResident ,oer 4 courts Per hour)26.16824.91lN/ANon-Resident (per 4 courts per hour)

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1 990/1 991

1991t1992

5% increaseOverall analysisyear program increase6% plus analysisNOTE GST Jan 1, 19915% increase3 year program increase7.5% increase4% increase5% increase3.3% increaseAdm inistration Cost Adjustments1.5% increase1.6% increaseNo increase1.5% increase3% increase

57o, excePt arena fees at 3%3.6% except arena fees at 3% and park

fees at 5%5% except arena fees 3%, Park fees -generally adults 25o/o, youth 2oo/o

5.5o/o - 3.5o/o - 2.0% increases2.15 o/o increase4.OVo increase NOTE: HST JulY 1 ,20102.0 o/o increase on all fees except generaladmission fees that remain same as

2010120112.37 o/o increase.2.600/o increase except for selected ice

rental rates2.600/o increase except for selected rental

fees and services.2.600/o increase except for selected rental



fees and services2.600/o increase except for selected rental

fees and services

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USER GROUP INSURANCE SCHEDULE$2,000,000 Commercial General Liability

SPORTS ACTIVITIES

Low Risk Activities:

Medium Risk Activities:

High Risk Activities.

Excluded Activities:

Badminton, Bowling, Curling, Dance Lessons, Horseshoes,Pickleball. Tennis

Baseball, Basketball, Field Hockey, Floor Hockey, Handball,

Racquetball, Soccer, Softball, Ultimate FrisbeeSquash, Swimmingwith Lifeguard, Non-Contact Touch / Flag Football, Track & Field,

Volleyball

Refer to All Sport for all other sports

Alpine Skiinq, Boxinq. Climbinq Walls,Contact Hockey, Contact Martial

A16-Cycling, Fireworks, Gvmnastics, Horse Related Activities,Kickboxing, Lacrosse, Minor Hockey (18 & under), Rugby,

Skateboarding/Skateboard Parks, Snowboardinq, Tackle Football,

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of Farticipantsple remium

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5.00lEso oo101 to 250Refer lneferCver 250

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$75.00 lReter11o25 loao.ooIt so.oo lneferlszs oo26 to 100

lzznoo lneterl$tso.oo101 to 250Refer lneterOver 250 lReter

Season Sporting Activities

ay - August- Aprilult Recreational Non-Gontact lce

$75.00$125.00p hockey - Max. 30 PlaYers$1OO/team$200.0O/teamue hockey

$250.00Up to 8 teams$375.00to 16 teams

ReferOver 16 teamsTournaments

$15.00(max.1Yz hrs)Maximum 30 plaYerstime adult recreational non-ct ice hockey

$15.00 (1.5 hr)to 25 participants

$35.00 (1.5 hr)pantsto 100

$75.00 (1.5 hr)101 to 250 participantstime recreational skating (no

or pucks)

AugustSeptember - APrilI Non-Contact Ball IHockey - Seasonal

$100.00$100.00- Max. 30 plickupReferReferLeague Ball HockeY

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MEETINGS AND EVENTS INSURANCE SGHEDULE


Type of EventNumber of

ParticipantsExample Premium

Meetings - No Alcohol(lncluding arts & craft, bridge, etc.)

1-2526-1 00101-250

Over 250Seasonal/ WeeklYSeasonal/ Monthly

$10.00$15.00$25.00Refer

5 times rate3 times rate

Type of EventNumber of

ParticipantsNo Alcohol With Alcohol

Weddings, Block Parties, SmallKids Functions, i.e. BirthdayParties, Baptism

Note: Rafes are lowerthan forevenfs below due to the familiarrelationship

1-2526-1 00101-250Over 250

$10.00$25.00$50.00Refer

$50.00$100.00$150.00

Refer

Events, including Festivals &Parades, excluding Beer Gardens(see below)

1-2526-1 00101-250

Over 250

$25.00$50.00$75.00Refer

$75.00$125.00$200.00

Refer

Beer Gardens 1-100101-250251-500Over 500

$100.00/day$150.00/day$200.00/day

Refer

Three 2-3 Day Meetings/Events

Five/ -5 Day Meetings/Events

Twice Daily Rate

Triple Daily Rate

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CITY OF BURNABYOFFICE OFTHE MAYOR

MIKEHURLEYMAYOR

2019 May 02

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Dear Mayor and Council:

Subject: Expanding lnvestment Opportunities(ltem trto. O1-.1;, Repofts, Council 2019 April 29)

Burnaby city council, at the open council meeting held on 2019 April 29, received the

above noted report and adopted the following recommendations, AS AMENDED:

l.THATCouncilprovidesupportforchangestotheCommunityChaftertoallow for expanded asset class investments under prudent investor rules'

THAT Council request support from other municipalities

districts for the requested changes to the community chafteand reqional

r

3. THAT Council submit a resolution, as outlined in Section 4'1 ol this report,

to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities, as outlined in this repod'

ln accordance with Recommendation No. 2, a copy of the report, containing text of the

resolution , is enclosedfor your information'

Burnaby city council appreciates your support on this matter.

Yours truly,

Mike HurleYMAYOR

JltJI

4g4g Canadaway, Burnaby, British Columbia, vSG IM2 Phone 604-294-7340 Fax 604-294-7724 mayor@burnaby'ca318

Meeting 2019 APril 29

COUNCIL REPORT

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

HIS WORSHIP, THE MAYORAND COUNCILLORS

SUBJECT: EXPANDING INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES

REGOMMENDATIONS:

1. THAT Council provide support for changes to the community charter to

allow for expanded asset class investments under prudent investor rules.

2. THAT Council request support from other municipalities for the requested

changes to the CommunitY Charter.

3. THAT Council submit a resolution, as outlined in Section 4.1 of this report,

to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities, as outlined in this report.

REPORT

The Financial Management Committee, at its meeting held on 2019 April 24, received

and adopted the ittacned report requesting Council to support changes to the

Community CharterT-utn* for prudent investor rules, thus expanding investment

parameters and oPPortunities'

Respectfu lly submitted,

Mayor M. HurleyChair

Councillor S. DhaliwalVice Chair

Copied to City ManagerDirector Finance

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Meeting 2019 !ryr 24

COMMITTEE REPORT

TO:

FROM:

SUBJECT:

PURPOSE:

CHAIR AND MEMBERSFINANCIAL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

DATE: 2019 AprllIT

DIRECTOR FINANCE FILE: 7500-01

EXPANDING INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES

To request Council to support changes to the Community Charter to allow for

prudent investor rules, thus expanding investment parameters and opportunities.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

1. THAT the Committee recommend Council provide support for changes to the

Community Charter to allow for expanded asset class investments under prudent

investor rules.

2. THAT the Committee recommend Council request support from other

municipalities for the requested changes to the Community Chaner.

3. THAT the Committee recommend Council submit a resolution, as outlined in

Section 4.1 of this report, to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities as

outlined in this rePort.

REPORT

1.0 INTRODUCTION

Financial investments form a critical part of the activities of a municipaiity, providing a source of

revenues for capital expenditures and to offset cash flow fluctuations. The allowable investment

parameters as taia out in the Community Charter is considered a "ptescribed" or a "closed" set ofiegislated guidelines designed to protect municipalities from taking unnecessary or undue risks.

ti'e concept being that the curent regulations provide for a list of instruments that can be placed

in the portfolio, instruments that are considered the most creditworthy and least risky, such as

proviniial debt obligations and investments in financial institutions in Canada. What occurs in a

market such as Canada, which represents less than 37o of the global economy, is an over

concentration of holdings and limited investment diversification due to the regulation limitations'

The parameters set and limitations for investment powers and opportunities has not changed for

decades in British Columbia. The purpose of the proposed changes to Section 183 of the

Community Charter is to provide municipalities with the ability to obtain improved returns

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through asset class diversification, which in return can reduce tax implications and funding costs

associated with capital funding; while also reducing investment risks. Analysis and discussion

for structured governance will be critical to determine the scope of change and authority granted

through legislaled changes. However, the purpose of this report is to start the conversation with

the Province.

2.0 POLICY SECTION

Goal

A Connected CommunitYo PartnershiP -

Work collaboratively with businesses, educational institutions, associations, other

communities and governments

A Dynamic CommunitYo Economic oPPortunitY -

Foster an environment that attracts new and supports existing jobs, businesses and

industrieso CommunitY develoPment -

Manage change by balancing economic development with environmental

protection and maintaining a sense of belonging

A Thriving Organizationo Financial viabilitY -

Maintain a financially sustainable City for the provision, renewal and

enhancement of City services, facilities and assets

3.0 MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS

3.1 Investment Funds

part 6, Division 3, Section 183 of the Community Charter provides investment guidelines to

British Columbia municipalities. These legislated guidelines state that municipalities may invest

or reinvest money that is not immediately required for expenditures as follows:

1g3 Money held by a municipality that is not immediately required may only be invested or

reinvested in one or more of the following:

(a) securities of the Municipal Finance Authority;

(b) pooled investment funds under section 16 of ttre fuIunicipul Finunce Autlrurity Act;

(c) securities of Canada or of a province;

a

a

a

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(d) securities guaranteed for principal and interest by Canada or by a province;

(e) securities of a municipality, regional district or greater board;

(f) investments guaranteed by a chartered bank;

(g) deposits in a savings institution, or non-equity or membership shares of a credit

union;

(h) other investments specifically authorized under this or another Act.

The British Columbia provincial government is re'sponsible for the laws and framework that

provide governance across the province. The Municipal Acthas provided this guidance since the

1880'r. In 1991, UBCM proposed the idea for the creation of a Bill of Rights for

municipalities for the purpose of providing broader powers and greater freedoms for BC

municipalities. The Local Government Act was then created and received Parliamentary

upprorrul in 1996. Finally, with Royal Assent in August 2001 of the Community Charter Council

Ait, u Community Charter Council was created for the purpose of developing the Community

Charter.

BC municipalities have managed investment portfolios under these guidelines as a matter offiduciary responsibility and with due diligence. Internal investment guidelines support each

municipalityis investment activities within the constraints of the Community Charter. While

protectionist in nature, the regulations actually place inadvertent restrictions on the ability to

lenerate higher rates of return and increased revenues, as well as limiting asset class

diversification which is paramount to financial sustainability and risk diversification. Currently,

BC municipalities can invest in two of the four main asset classes - money market (including

cash equivilents) and fixed income (bonds). The other two asset classes include equities and real

estate (br other tangible assets). This limitation in turn affects the portfolio real rate of return

once inflation is considered and it affects annual taxation rates and other capital costs for a

municipality.

3,2 Prud.ent Investor Rules

The prudent investor rule (aka prudent investor standard) requires the investment manager of an

organization to conduct investment activities with care, skill and due-diligence for that which a

prudent person would do when managing their own investments, such as property, cash or

iecurities. Such a person would therefore deptoy investments through a diversification strategy

that can potentially reduce risks while enhancing returns.

A prudent investor would therefore have flexibility and seek opportunities based on market and

economic cycles, as well as utilize diversification opportunities both in and outside of Canada'

For a municipality, benefits from increased returns can reduce taxation requirements and fees.

Without u "hang"

to provincial legislation, BC municipalities will continue to invest in

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prescribed investment products which under varying market conditions, like the historical low

interest rates experienced over the last l0 years thathas.in turn translated into the lowest yields

and lower income.

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3.3 Prudent Investor Rules - Other Jurisdictions

Various municipalities and pensions maintain prudent investor rules such as the cities of Ottawa,

Edmonton, Calgary, Medicine Hat and more recently the City of Toronto. In 2000, the Canada

pension plan began investing in equities and other investment products (real estate, commodities

and futures) with the main goA of seeking higher returns and to stabilize the Canada Pension

plan (Cpp) program for future generations. This change meant a more diversified and global

deployment tf iunas for capital appreciation, taking advantage of a much larger global market

than just Canadian content.

When the province of Ontario decided to make changes to the municipal legislation, it was for

the purpose of providing municipalities more flexibility. Thus, allowing local governments more

freedom to invest availible funds in a larger pool of diversified investment products. Providing

the added flexibility and freedom could potentially deliver higher returns while lowering or

removing systemic iisks, reinvestment risks and interest rate risks. The ontario government put

in place-splcific requirements that a local govsrnment must meet to permanently opt into the

prudent investor progru*. The logic was to ensure appropriate governance and structure was in

place with separate guidance from an independent board for the expanded portfolio.

The City of Toronto is currently preparing to place their initial investments into equities now that

the legislated requirements for prudent standards have been met. The City of Ottawa however

has bJen investing endowmentfunds of over $200 million since 2007. Ottawa conducted an

RFp and hired two fund managers to manage the investments of the endowment. Applying

prudent investment standards to the endowment funds has allowed the city of ottawa to generate

muctr higher yields over the last decade when compared to the funds invested based on the

prescribei legislation. Also, the City of ottawa is watching Toronto's activities closely and will

iontemplat" th. opt-in decision for the remaining portfolio funds as they have first-hand

knowledge of the large differential in returns between their funds.

The City of Edmonton began investing in equities in 1995 with the creation of an endowment

fund. A May 2014 staff white paper identified that through the use of asset class diversification,

the endowment fund has contribuied well over $700 million to the City of Edmonton's operating

budget and the fund has grown from $445 million to $710 million. Staff reports indicate that the

change to investment structure has allowed the city to achieve cost efficiencies and to better

aligrithe portfolios with specific risk profile needs and objectivity. This in turn allows for the

creation of new asset class investing, such as global infrastructure and emerging market equities,

while achieving the goals of increasing overall returns and long term financial sustainability.

Another report highlighted that Edmonton home owners have saved over 77o for the period 2005

- 2014 on property ties paid. Not only have the funds increased returns resulted in a reduction

of the tax burden on citizens, but has and will continue to the support the city's financial position

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and sustainability. The investment diversification through prudent investor rules has meant an

expanded revenue base for operating and capital budgets'

3,4 Prudent Investor Rules - Capacity and Knowledge

While providing expanded investment options to municipalities through legislation can achieve

many benefits, consideration must be made regarding municipal capacity and expertise. Any

change in legislation will require municipal input in determining the governance structure that

will work best for the province and each municipality. With examples from Ontario and Alberta

now in place, this presents a tremendous opportunity to learn from the legislative process and

experiences and to understand the need for improvements and the request to change.

Because of the vast range of assignments and work conducted in municipal treasury, the current

staff compliments most likely wi.ll not have the expertise to branch out into a larger array ofinvestment asset class products. Indeed, smaller municipalities have very few staff that manage

varying professional disciplines such as budgets, banking, trades payable, accounting and

investments. There are however significant differences amongst the municipalities in the lower

mainland and across the province when it comes to portfolio management expertise and

knowledge. So governance must consider inclusion for all without creating additional costs and

risks.

Such risks can be mitigated through pooling investments or contracts with qualified funds

managers through the set-up of simplified but effective reporting standards and clear guidelines.

Undei prudent investment standards the need for monitoring the decisions made, portfolio

performance, policy and governance principles becomes even greater. Setting the criteria by

ihoughtful consideration will ensure a more comprehensive and general acceptance and

adaptation by municipalities. The goal is not to make prudent investing an impossible challenge,

but to ensure there is significant and meaningful impact when prudent investment standards are

followed.

4.0 REQUIRED CHANGE IN LEGISLATION

The City of Burnaby has maintained a concentrated and focused effort on the investment

portfolio for over three decades. This attention has provided for consistently improved yields

and income generation. While the City of Burnaby has outperformed market benchmarks and

municipal peers, there are still missed opportunities due to investment restrictions based on the

current legislation.

While protectionist in nature, a "prescribed" or "ciosed" set of guidelines can introduce

unintended risks by being extremely limited, thus introducing systemic and interest rate risks to a

municipal portfolio. This can increase in magnitude for a large portfolio that seeks additional

producl and yield within the limited reach and size of the Canadian fixed income market. The

bommunity Charter provides clarity but does not empower a municipality to obtain greater

investment variation and seek to reduce risk further through asset diversification and allocation.

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It is therefore proposed that by providing prudent investor standards within the community

charteror other provincial legislation, risk versus reward through asset class diversification can

culminate into various funding and cash flow opportunities as returns increase. If the City of

Burnaby moved 30Vo of"uo"it holdings to other asset_ classes for example (Edmonton has 607o

of the endowment fund in equities;, rJitn only a 2'5Vo inctease in yield on that portion of the

portfolio, the annual additional revenue would be $12'75 million per year'

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The evidence is very clear from municipal examples to pension plans and historical analysis that

asset mix is a critifal determinant of iong term investment fund stability, yield and income'

Maintaining a set of guidelines that limits municipal investing to a restricted list of products

within limited asset ciasses will result in what is ociurring in many municipal portfolios today-

yields that range from l.50vo - 3.00vo with significantly reduced income. The cuffent standards

limit municipal investments to the canadiarimarket only and to the fixed income asset class

which is based on Canadian interest rates only'

The size and,utilization of the CrW's investment reserves, without debt payment obligations other

than internally through annual depreciation, means we are welr positioned for the longer term

investment time horiion that is needed under other asset classes such as equities and real estate'

providing proficient and transparent oversight to the investment portfolio ensures the City of

Burnaby-is acting in the best interest of citizens. This also means identifying that as investment

markets and economies have changed over the years, opportunities have been missed' The best

starting point is to begin the conversation about making changes to the current investment

legislation in Bqitish Columbia.

And whle those opposed to change may suggest that introducing the prudent investor rules will

bring with it needleis risks, one *urt .bnriiir that risk is defined in many ways' including the

long term financial sustainability of municipalities and the tax burden placed on residents' Risk

diversification also means fund managers and fund management, not just guarantors and asset

class diversification. Risk management means a govelnance structure that takes into

consideration the varying investm-ent strategies that can be deployed and empowering

*oni"ipurities to diveisify and grow for future generations of citizens. For these reasons'

upautmg legislation to inciude ptud"nt investment rules is practical and wa'anted'

4.1 Resolution: Expanded Asset Class Investments Under Prudent Investor Rules

Given the discussion above, and recognizingthatthe ability to properly manage and grow assets

is an important role of local government, -the

following resolution has been prepared for the

Committee and Council's consideration'

WHEREAS financial investments form a critical part of the activities of a municipality,

providing a source of revenues for capital expenditures and to offset cash flow fluctuations;

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AND WHEREAS allowable investment parameters as laid out in the Community Charter isconsidered a ooprescribed" set of legislated guidelines.

AND WHEREAS the Provinces of Alberta and Ontario have implemented a wider scope forlocal government investment, which responds to the needs of local governments of all sizes:

TIIEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Union of BC Municipalities request the Ministry ofFinance to amend the Community Charter to provide municipalities with the ability to obtainimproved returns through asset class diversification, which in return can reduce tax implicationsand funding costs associated with capital funding, while also reducing investment risk.

5.0 RECOMMENDATIONS

It is recommended that the Committee recommend Council provide support for changes to the

Community Charter to allow for expanded asset class investments under prudent investor rules.It is also recommended that the Committee recommend Council request support from othermunicipalities for the requested changes to the Community Charter and that a resolution, as

outlined in Section 4.1 of this report, be submitted to the Union of British ColumbiaMunicipalities on this matter.

Noreen Kassam, CPA, CGADIRECTOR FINANCE

NK:DS irnl

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ORDER

ELECTION OF CHAIRAND VICE.CHAIR

TH ORPORATION OF THE CITY OF VERNON

MINUTES OF

TOURISM COMMISSION MEETING

HELD WEDNESDAY, March 20,2019

OKANAGAN LAKE ROOM

PRESENT: VOTING:Councillor Dalvir NahalRicardo Smith, SPorts & EventsMyles Johnson, GolfTroy Hudson, SkiMary-Jo O'Keefe, Restaurantcecilia Guerrero, Accommodation Provider (via telephone)Gale Woodhouse, Arts & CultureDavid Gibbs, Accommodation ProviderClaus Larsen, Accommodation Provider

ABSENT: Jacqueline Birk, Accommodation ProviderDione Chambers, Greater Vernon Chamber of CommerceMatt Ball, BikingKevin O'Brien, AttractionsSusan Lehman, Downtown Vernon AssociationJenelle Brewer, Okanagan lndian BandChristine Kashuba, Arts & Culture

STAFF: Kevin Poole, Staff Liaison, Manager, Economic Dev. & Tourism

Marissa Liebel, Tourism CoordinatorKaren Savill, Admin. Assistant, Economic Development & Tourism

Janice Nicol, Legislative Committee Clerk

The meeting was called to order at 8:07 a.m.

Nominations for the position of Chair were requested'

Moved by Myles Johnson, seconded by Troy Hudson:

THAT Claus Larsen be elected Chair of the Tourism Commissionfor 2019;

AND FURTHER that the position of Vice-Chair be deferred until the

April 17 , 2019 meeting.

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ANNUAL REIVEW OFBULLYING ANDHARASSMENT POLICY

ADOPTION OF AGENDA

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

LARGE TOURISM MAP

ASSOCIATEDMEMBERSHIP. UPDATE

LATE SPRING OFFER -HOTEL ACTIVITY

TOURISM COMMISSION MINUTES _ MARCH 20,2019

The Committee reviewed the policy attached to the agenda and theReview Form from Human Resources was circulated for signature.

Moved by Gale Woodhouse, seconded by Mary Jo O'Keefe:

THAT the agenda for Wednesday, March 20, 2019 TourismAdvisory Committee be adoPted.

CARRIED.

Moved by Mary Jo O'Keefe, seconded by Gale Woodhouse;

THAT the minutes of the Tourism Advisory Committee meeting held

Wednesday, January 16,2019 be adopted.

CARRIED.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

At the January 2O1B meeting, the members had discussed the design

and graphics of the large Tourism Map located on the Visitor lnformation

Centre. A draft was attached to the agenda for the Committee'S review'

The following points were noted:

. Need to add addresses, phone numbers and emails forattractions

. Suggestion to add Kal Park for mountain biking

. Summer Rail Trail photos to be added and highlight Rail Trail incolor

. Need a specific Rail Trail map with connectivity showing

. Need to be clear as to what the Rail Trail is and what are side

spurs.

Deferred to April meeting

Deferred to April meeting

SUMMER MARKETING The following update was provided

. B.C. Magazine - Road trip to Vernon - To page ad

. Ad in Coast Mountain Culture

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ARTS & CULTUREEVENTS

TRAIL DEVELOPMENT

WINTER CAMPAIGN

TOURISM VERNONVISITOR GUIDE SALES

TRAILS WITHKAMLOOPS & SHUSWAP

TOURISM GOMMISSION MINUTES _ MARCH 20,2019

Staff investigating this option with the Regional District of North

Okanagan. The following points were noted:

. Rail Trail Arts & Culture Event planned for May - will be a PlaneAir event

. Mike Fox from Regional District of North Okanagan is main

contact. Two or three day event planned for Silver Star Mountain Resort

- will be an evening cultural event with cocktails and appetizers. Theme is 'Taking Vernon Up the Mountain'with 12 artists. Bike event on Rail Trail planned for September - challenge will

be securing parking. Focus is on building cultural capacity in the community.

ln response to a request made at the last meeting for the City toinvestigate property near Ellison Park where trail development has been

approved by the Province, staff need clarification on the location ofthese properties. The following points were noted;

Still in negotiation over private piece of property at Ellison, moreinformation to follow as it becomes available.

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This campaign is finished. Final report to be reviewed by staff thanshared with the Commission.

Tours just happened with City Line Shuttle, experienced local activitiesand food - show will be airing in October.

Winter activity planning starts with the budget in July, the MarketingCommittee will begin earlier this year.

There is interest in hosting a Bollywood Bang New Year Event at theRec Centre.

Current ad sales for the Vernon Visitor Guide are at $21,000

Guide is in production for layout.

Will be out by end of April.

It provides a free listing for everyone collecting MRDT

Deferred to April meeting.

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2019 GOLF CARDPROMOTION

CTV WINTER WELLNESS

VANDOP GOOP AD

MRDT SURVEYDEVELOPMENT

WEBSITE REFRESH

TOURISM COMMISSION MINUTES - MARCH 20,2019

Current promotion offers four courses for $299, there are a maximumof 1,000 cards available.

This promotional program was launched at the Vancouver Golf Show

with a new micro site (www.qolfvernon.ca) for online purchases.

This program will be promoted at the Calgary Golf Show March 23 &24and shared with Destination B.C with trade show program, flat sheet

and e-newsletter.

Wrap report coming for this, to be circulated to Committee.

NEW BUSINESS

Teresa from Visitor lnformation Centre is spearheading this, more

details to follow next meeting.

Arts & Culture looking at where the best place to spend marketingdollars.

BC Guide to Arts & Culture only prints every two years although there

is an online component.

Challenge is having two event calendars - one on the City of Vernonwebsite and one on the Tourism Vernon website.

The MRDT survey is a requirement of all communities collecting 3%.

Please participate by clicking the link to the survey that was sent out.

The results will only be circulated to stakeholders.

It was also noted that Airbnb started collecting and remitting MRDT

October 1,2018.

To date, $15,000 has been received by the City of Vernon - great

potential but needs to be tracked separately.

MRDT for December was just over $1M.

A Request for Proposal was sent out, 17 proposals submitted, now

short-listed to 3 from all over the country.

Plan is to have seasonal videos - more info to follow at next meeting'

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DESTINATION BC OPENPOOL & SEGTORFUNDING PROJECTS -2019

ACCOMMODATIONTRACKING

VISITOR INFO CENTRESTATISTICS

MUNICIPAL & REGIONAL See MRDT Survey aboveDTSTRTGT TAX (MRDT)UPDATE

20't9 TOURISMTACTICAL MARKETINGPLAN

MEDIA

DATE AND TIME OFNEXT MEETING

TOURISM COMMISSION MINUTES - MARCH 20,2019

The invoices submitted were from 2018, funding to be approved in

2019.

INFORMATION ITEMS:

Will send out update to separate online platforms.

The Committee reviewed the statistics for the Visitor lnfo Centre.

Endorsed by Council on January 21,2019

The Manager, Tourism reviewed various media information includingevents, conferences, travel trade, hosting opportunities and articles,

etc. that have happened and are upcoming.

The next meeting of the Tourism Commission is tentatively scheduledfor Wednesdayn April 17, 2019 at B:00 a.m. in the Okanagan Lake

Room.

The Tourism Commission meeting adjourned at 8:51 a.m

CERTIFIED GORRECT:

Chair

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BYLAW NUMBER 5744

A bylaw to amend the CitY of VernonZonins Bvlaw Number 5000

WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Vernon has determined to amend the City

of Vernon Zoning Bylaw #5OOO to add text amendments to Section 7 - Parking & Loading;

AND WHEREAS all persons who might be affected by this amendment bylaw have, before the

passage thereof, been afforded an opportunity to be heard on the matters herein before the said

Council, in accordance with the provisions of Section 464 of the Local Government Act, and all

amendments thereto;

NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the City of Vernon, in open meeting


1. This bylaw may be cited as the "Zoning Text (Accessible Parking & Loading)

Amendment Bylaw Number 5744,2019"

The City of Vernon Zoning Bylaw Number 5000 be, and is hereby amended, as follows:

(i) AMENDING Section 2 - lnterpretation, Section 2.3 General Definitions to

ADD a new definition of 'Accessible Viewing Position', 'Accessible Parking

Space', and 'Accessible Sleeping Unit' as shown in RED on attached

Schedule'A';

( ii) AMENDING Section 7 - Parking & Loading,7.1On-site Vehicle Parking -7.1.1, 7.1.7, 7.1.11 and Section 7.3 Development standards, vehicleParking and Loading - 7.3.2 and 7.3.8 to REVISE accessible parking space

requirements and terminology as shown in RED on attached Schedule'B'toalign with the 2012 BC Building Code'

Zoning Bylaw Number 5000 is hereby ratified and confirmed in every other respect.

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BYLAW NUMBER 5744

PAGE 2

READ A FIRST TIME this 23'd day of April, 2019.

READ A SECOND TIME this 23d day of April, 2019.

PUBLIC HEARING held this 13th day of May, 2019.

READ A THIRD TIME this daY of ,2019

Approved pursuant to section 52(3Xa) of the Iransportation Act this

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day of

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for Minister of Transportation & lnfrastructure

Bylaw 5744

ADOPTED this day of ,2018.


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SCHEDULE'A'Attached to and Forming Part of Bylaw 5744

"Zoning Text (Parking & Loading) Amendment Bylaw Number 5744,2019"

2.3 General Definitions

ABUT or ABUTTING means immediately contiguous to, or physically touching, and when used

with respect to lots or sites, means two that share a common property line.

ACCESSIBLE VIEWING POSITION means a space that is required to be designated for

wheelchair use within rooms or areas with fixed seats as per the BC Building Code.

ACCOUNTING SERVICES means the provision of general bookkeeping and accounting services

to the public in an office setting.

pARKING SPACE means an on-site space of the size and dimensions to park one vehicle in

conformance with Section 7 of this Bylaw exclusive of driveways, aisles, ramps, or obstructions.

PARKING SPACE, ACCESSIBLE means an on-site parking space marked with the international

symbol of access, and can only be used by people with a valid accessible parking permit issued

to a person with disabilities under the Motor Vehicle Act.

PARTICIPANT RECREATION SERVICES, INDOOR means facilities within an enclosed building

for sports, active recreation and performing and cultural arts where patrons are predominantly

participants. Typical uses include but are not limited to athletic clubs, health and fitness clubs,

swimming pools, rifle and pistol ranges, bowling alleys, and racquet clubs.

pAR SLEEPING UNIT means a sleeping room not equipped with self-contained cooking facilities,

providing accommodation for guests, residents or employees.

SLEEPING UNIT, ACCESSIBLE means a sleeping room or bed space that is required to conform

to accessible design provisions as per the BC Building Code.

SpECIAL NEEDS HOUSING means housing under section 905 of the Local Government Act that

is used for persons who need subsidized housing because of financial, personal, mental or

physical disabilities.

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7.1

7.1.1

7.1.7

SCHEDULE'B'Attached to and Forming Part of Bylaw 5744

"Zoning Text (Parking & Loading) Amendment Bylaw Number 5744,2018"

On-site Vehicle Parking

On-site parking requirements established prior to the adoption of this Bylaw shall deem to

be the applicable parking requirements for existing development established prior to the

City of Vernon Zoning Aytaw#5000. Where any new development is proposed, change

of Lse of existing Oevelopment, or enlargement of existing development after the

adoption of this Byiaw, on-site vehicle parking (including accessible parking spaces and

visitorparking)shallbeprovidedbythepropertyownerinaccordance with Table 7 .1 of this Bylaw.

Accessible Parking spaces:. shaTl be designated at a ratio

of one accessible parking space pei t OO parking spaces, when the total number of

parking spaces provided on a property exceeds 50, and in addition, shall be

OesignJted at a raie of one for each accessible viewing position and accessible

sleeping unit provided on a property;. shall have a firm, slip-resistant, level, and hard surfaced area;.shallbeclearlymarkedaSanaccessib|eparkingspace@ing

spa€€ using appropriate sig nage;-an$, shall Oe provided with an aicessible path of travel between the accessible parking

spaces and the property's facility entrance as required in the BC Building Code; and,, shall be included in the calculation of the applicable minimum parking requirement.

Size

7.1.j1 Each required on-site parking space shall conform to the following provisions, as

illustrated in Diagram 7.1:r except as pr-ovided below, each required on-site parking space shall be a minimum

of 2.Sm in width with a minimum clear length of 6.0m exclusive of access drives or

aisles, ramps, columns. Parking spaces shall have a vertical clearance of at least

2.0m. For parallel parking, the length of the parking spaces shall be increased to

7.0m, except that an end space with an open end shall be a minimum of 5.5m. For

parking spaces other than parallel parking spaces, up to 40o/o of the required

parking spaces may be of a length shorter than that required above, to a minimum of

5.0m.. where the use of a parking space is limited on both sides by a wall or a column, the

unobstructed width irom tace to face of the obstructions shall be 3.0m, and if in this

case, a building door opens into the parking space on its long side, the unobstructed

width shall be 313m. Wlrere the use of a parking space is limited to one side by a wall

or a column, the unobstructed width of the parking space shall be 2.7m, and if in this

case, a building door opens into the parking space on its long side, the unobstructed

width shall be 3.0m.r parking spaces for oversized vehicles shall be a minimum of 4.0m in width with a

minimum clear length of 12.0m exclusive of access drives or aisles, ramps, columns.

Oversized parking spaces shall have a vertical clearance of at least 4.0m.. d+sabledaccessple parking spaces shall be a minimum 3.7m in width and minimum

6.0m in length;, boat launch-vehicle and trailer parking spaces shall be a minimum of 3'0m in width

and a minimum of 12.0m in length.

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SCHED ULE 'B'Attached to and Forming Part of Bylaw 5744

'nZoning Text (Parking & Loading) Amendment Bylaw Number 5744'2019"

7.3 DevelopmentStandards

Vehicle Parking and Loading

7.3.2 Every on-site parking or loading area required by this Bylaw to accommodate 4 or morevehicles:

. shall clearly delineate individual parking spaces, loading spaces, spaees-+er+nedisabled accessible parking spaces, maneuvering aisles, entrances, and exits withpavement markings, signs, and/or other physical means;

. shall be designed to allow forward entry to and exit from the property on which theparking or loading area is located directly to a dedicated public street or lane, without

encumbering any lands other than the subject property. This provision does not applywhere parking or loading can be provided and accessed directly from an abuttinglane;

. shall direct surface drainage to the public storm sewer system, if available, oralternatively to approved planting areas or an approved on-site drainage system; and

. shall be constructed with surface grades not exceeding 6%.

7.3.8 Bisegle+pa*flqg Accessible parking spaces shall be located close to a main buildingentrance. and en a level hard sudaeed area.

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