PUBLIC HEARING OF MUNICPAL COUNCIL

MINUTES

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Remote Meeting
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PRESENT:
  • Mayor J. Crompton
  • Councillor A. De Jong
  • Councillor R. Forsyth
  • Councillor J. Ford
  • Councillor J. Grills
  • Councillor D. Jackson
  • Councillor C. Jewett
STAFF PRESENT:
  • Chief Administrative Officer, V. Cullen
  • General Manager of Corporate and Community Services, T. Battiston
  • General Manager of Infrastructure Services, J. Hallisey
  • General Manager of Resort Experience, J. Gresley-Jones
  • Interim General Manager of Resort Experience, T. Metcalf
  • Director of Planning, M. Kirkegaard
  • Director of Finance, C. Price
  • Manager of Communications, G. Robinson
  • Municipal Clerk, B. Browning
  • Deputy Municipal Clerk, A. Banman
  • Legislative Services Administrative Assistant, L. Wyn-Griffiths
  • Marius Miklea

1.
Public Hearing - Zoning Amendment Bylaw (Cheakamus Crossing Phase 2 Parcelization) No. 2298, 2020
This item has attachments. 

1.0. PH2298 Public_Hearing_Index.pdf
2.1. Bylaw (Cheakamus Crossing Phase 2 Parcelization) No. 2298 2020 (2).pdf
3.2. 2021-01-26 - Notice_of_Public_Hearing_COVID.pdf
4.3. Notice of Public Information and Input Opportunity.pdf
5.4. 2020-09-15 Administrative Report to Council.pdf
6.5. 2020-12-15 Administrative Report to Council.pdf
7.6. 2021-01-19 Information Report to Council.pdf
8.7. 2020-09-15 Presentation to Council.pdf
9.8. 2020-12-15 Presentation to Council.pdf
10.9. 2020-09-15 Council Minutes.pdf
11.10. 2020-12-15 Council Minutes.pdf
12.11. 2021-01-19 Regular Council Minutes DRAFT.pdf
13.12. Correspondence Combined.pdf
14.13. Late Correspondence.pdf
15.14. Location - Buffer Map.pdf

This meeting was held electronically in accordance with Local Government Meetings and Bylaw Process (COVID-19) Order No. 3 (Ministerial Order M192/ 2020).

Mayor J. Crompton recognized that the Meeting is being held on the traditional and unceded territories of the Lil’wat Nation and the Squamish Nation.

2.
Call to Order
 

Mayor J. Crompton called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.

This Public Hearing is convened pursuant to section 464 of the Local Government Act to allow the public to make representations to Council respecting matters contained in “Zoning Amendment Bylaw (Cheakamus Crossing Phase 2 Parcelization) No. 2298, 2020” (the “proposed Bylaw”).

We welcome and thank those who have joined us via Zoom video and phone, and also those watching via the live stream.

Everyone present shall be given a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to provide written submissions respecting matters contained in the proposed Bylaw. No one will be discouraged or prevented from making their views known. However, it is important that remarks be restricted to matters contained in the proposed Bylaw.

For members of the public wishing to make a submission, please use the ‘raise hand’ feature. We will call on each person to speak in turn and your microphone will be unmuted. For those on the phone, the raise hand feature can be accessed by pressing star nine [*9]. We will use the last three digits of your phone number to call on you to speak. For those on a computer, smartphone or tablet, click the raise hand icon on your screen. We will call on you to speak using the name you have used on screen.

Written submissions can be sent in until the end of the Hearing by email to [email protected].

When called upon to speak, please commence your remarks by clearly stating your name and address for the record.

Members of Council may ask questions following the staff presentation; however, the function of Council at a Public Hearing is to listen rather than to debate the merits of the proposed Bylaw.

3.
Purpose of "Zoning Amendment Bylaw (Cheakamus Crossing Phase 2 Parcelization) No. 2298, 2020"
 

As stated in the Notice of Public Hearing, the purpose of "Zoning Amendment Bylaw (Cheakamus Crossing Phase 2 Parcelization) No. 2298, 2020" is to replace the UR1 Zone (Urban Reserve 1) designation for the subject lands with RM-CD2 Zone (Residential Multiple – Comprehensive Development Two) and PAN1 Zone (Protected Area Network One) designations, and to assign the existing permitted residential uses and total permitted density to specifically identified sub-areas within the new RM-CD2 zone. The proposed bylaw also adds specific regulations for building heights, size and siting, as well as landscape requirements. Daycare is added as a permitted use.

4.
Presentation
 

A presentation was given by Technical Director of Planning M. Kirkegaard regarding the proposed Bylaw.

5.
Submissions
 

Mayor J. Crompton called for submissions from the public.

Florin Moldovan, 9-1375 Cloudburst Drive

Mr. Moldovan noted his concern that the development will restrict access to the neighbourhood and additional dangers regarding the 3-way lights.

Phil Middleton, PO Box 1197, Pemberton

Mr. Middleton noted that, as a local kayaker, Cheakamus is a world class destination and he is concerned about congestion of locals and visitors to the river.

Michelle Stalker, 1241 Mount Fee Road

Ms. Stalker noted her concern about neighbourhood residents' access due to increased traffic on the road and the need for additional exit points from the neighbourhood.

Lucinda Jagger, 1136 Whitewater Drive

Ms. Jagger noted that the cost-benefit of residential housing may be too cost-prohibitive and that the Forest Service Road will end at Parcel A, if it is to become one of the main entries into Cheakamus Crossing.

Paul Hothersall, 2240 Gondola Way

Mr. Hothersall noted that the road development observed potential for a transit route to utilize a roundabout that exists in the area.

Nadija Veach, 6252 Piccolo Drive

Ms. Veach noted her appreciation for rental housing and noted that the neighbourhood requires additional owners’ housing.

Mayor J. Crompton disconnected from the meeting at 6:02 p.m.

Acting Mayor J. Grills assumed the position of Chair and declared a brief recess at 6:03 p.m.

Mayor J. Crompton returned to the meeting at 6:04 p.m. and resumed his role as Chair.

Mayor J. Crompton declared a recess at 6:06 p.m. to allow Council to receive the additional written correspondence.

Mayor J. Crompton reconvened the meeting at 6:09 p.m.

Mayor J. Crompton declared a further five-minute recess at 6:10 p.m.

Mayor J. Crompton reconvened the meeting at 6:15 p.m.

Mayor J. Crompton called three more times for any submissions from the public and none were made.

6.
Correspondence
 

Municipal Clerk B. Browning indicated that 10 pieces of correspondence had been received since the Public Hearing Notice.

7.
Submissions
 

Mayor J. Crompton for submissions from the public.

Phil Middleton, PO Box 1197, Pemberton

Mr. Middleton clarified on his earlier point regarding the west side of Forest Service Road.

Mayor J. Crompton called three times for any submissions from the public.

Petra Gier, 306 Legacy Way

Ms. Gier noted her concern regarding the traffic coming in and additionally the geodiversity may be at risk noting the increased traffic by vehicle and foot. She further noted additional concerns around access and noise pollution, water supply usage and sewage plant capacity if there are additional residents.

Mayor J. Crompton called three more times for any submissions from the public and none were made.

8.
Correspondence
 

Municipal Clerk B. Browning indicated one additional piece of written correspondence has been submitted.

Mayor J. Crompton declared a recess at 6:22 p.m. to allow Council to receive the additional written correspondence.

Mayor J. Crompton reconvened the meeting at 6:25 p.m.

9.
Motion to Close the Public Hearing
 

  • Moved ByCouncillor R. Forsyth
    Seconded ByCouncillor C. Jewett

    That the Public Hearing for "Zoning Amendment Bylaw (Cheakamus Crossing Phase 2 Parcelization) No. 2298, 2020" be closed at 6:26 PM.

    CARRIED
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