Coquitlam public meetings in 2023

Community Safety Advisory Committee

The Community Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to hear presentations on the RCMP's Special Post-Incident Community Engagement (SPICE) program and the Fire Risk Reduction Dashboard and targeted outreach, then discuss the 2023 year-end review and potential items for the 2024 work plan. The agenda also includes approval of the September 28, 2023 minutes and a roundtable on emerging issues.

• Presentation on SPICE by S/Sgt. Jolaine Percival, Coquitlam RCMP
• Presentation on Fire Risk Reduction Dashboard and Targeted Community Outreach by Bob Hieltjes, Assistant Chief of Fire Prevention
• Discussion on 2023 Year-End Review and potential items for the Draft 2024 Work Plan
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2023 meeting

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee discussed barriers to the City's Climate Action Plan and the impact of U.S. strikes on local film revenues. Members reviewed the progress of Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) and the 2024 Economic Development Work Plan.

• Discussion of potential BIAs in City Centre, Maillardville, and along United Boulevard and North Road
• Report of 2023 film revenues totaling $82,544, noting a decrease due to strike action
• Review of the Marcon Hotel and Conference Centre project featuring 152 rooms and 10,000 sq. ft. of conference space
• Presentation on the Clean Energy Fund providing up to $2,500 for electric grid tie-in projects in filming areas
• Proposed 2024 priorities including a Festivals & Events Strategy and an Investment Promotion Strategy

Sustainability & Environmental Advisory Committee

The Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee will receive presentations on stormwater management for low-density developments, the Urban Forest Management Strategy, 2023 waste management and recycling updates, and urban wildlife management. Members will also review 2023 activities and discuss potential items for the draft 2024 work plan. The meeting includes approval of the September 26, 2023 minutes.

• Stormwater management presentation: runoff from low-density developments increased 95% since 2003; project to explore source control options
• Urban Forest Management Strategy presentation: aims to protect and enhance canopy cover, with public engagement in spring 2024
• Waste update: 2022 residential diversion rate 71%, above regional average; new collection contract awarded
• Urban wildlife update: 5,364 warnings/tickets issued in 2023; 2024 priorities include wildlife-friendly creek crossings and wildlife-resistant waste storage standards
• 2023 year-end review and discussion of draft 2024 work plan items

Multiculturalism Advisory Committee

The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on Coquitlam's Climate Action Plan engagement, receive an update on the Cultural Understanding Project sub-committee, and review 2023 activities to identify items for the draft 2024 work plan. The meeting also includes a standing roundtable on multicultural communities and emerging issues.

• Climate Action Plan engagement presentation by Environmental Sustainability Manager and Sustainability Program Specialist
• Cultural Understanding Project Sub-Committee update
• 2023 year-end review and draft 2024 work plan discussion
• Approval of October 18, 2023 minutes
• Committee members' roundtable on multicultural communities and emerging issues

Culture Services Advisory Committee

The Culture Services Advisory Committee discussed the renewal of Coquitlam's 2024-2027 Strategic Plan, a framework for developer-initiated public art on private property, and an update on the Street Enhancement Mural Project. They also received updates on summer events and city facility projects. The committee provided feedback on themes like safe neighbourhoods, local economy, and healthy community, and discussed the 2024 Visual Arts Display Program pilot.

• 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal: committee input on themes like Safe and Complete Neighbourhoods, Local Economy, Healthy Community, and Sustainable Services
• Review Framework for Developer Initiated Public Art on Private Property: possible amendments to Official Community Plan and Public Art Policy
• Street Enhancement Mural Project: collaboration with Vancouver Mural Festival, lack of 2023 corporate sponsors, future mural sites
• 2024 Visual Arts Display Program: pilot at Pinetree, Maillardville, and Town Centre Park Community Centres, Summer-Winter 2024
• Riverview Hospital Artifacts Collection: database/loan pilot project 2023-2024

Sports Advisory Committee

The Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee reviewed the development timeline for Fraser Mills Park and received updates on 11 park improvement projects. The body also discussed the 2024 park project slate and resident priority registration for winter aquatics.

• Fraser Mills Park: 16 acres of open space with completion targeted for Fall 2027
• 2023 Capital Projects: 6 construction projects and 11 park improvements underway
• 2024 Proposed Projects: North Field Turf Replacement and Miller Park ball diamond
• Infrastructure updates: Spani Pool renewal and expansion, and Burke Mountain Park
• Winter 2024 Aquatics: Review of resident priority registration data

Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Universal Access-Ability Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on accessibility initiatives, including the BC Accessibility Grant and internal EDI work, and to discuss the Climate Action Plan engagement. They will also hear working group updates, transportation department updates, and begin planning the 2024 work plan. The agenda is largely informational and discussion-based, with no formal decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Update on BC Accessibility Grant and accessibility upgrades at Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex, Dogwood Pavilion, and Town Centre Park Community Centre
• Climate Action Plan engagement presentation and discussion
• Guildford Greenway Phase 1 bus stop design and micromobility project update
• Shared micromobility pilot fleet update (262 e-bikes and e-scooters as of Oct 31, 2023)
• 2023 year-end review and draft 2024 work plan discussion

Multiculturalism Advisory Committee

The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee is reviewing a proposed framework for developer-initiated public art on private property and receiving updates on the Cultural Understanding Project. The agenda also includes discussion of the Glen Park Phase 3 expansion and the city's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.

• Review of framework for developer-initiated public art on private property
• Cultural Understanding Project Phase 2 workplan and needs assessment
• Proposed budget request of 5,000 CAD for cultural project
• Glen Park Phase 3 amenity expansion and upgrades
• 2023 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion update

Culture Services Advisory Committee

The Culture Services Advisory Committee is reviewing the Streetscape Enhancement Program (mural project), the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal, and a proposed framework for developer-initiated public art on private property. They will also receive updates on summer events and city facilities. The committee previously formed a sub-committee to assist with mural artist selection.

• Streetscape Enhancement Program: 2-4 murals planned for 2023-2024, with sub-committee formed for artist selection
• 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal: input sought from community groups, feedback to be shared with Council in fall
• Review framework for developer-initiated public art on private property: project phases from Summer/Fall 2023 to Fall 2024
• Summer events update: Canada Day, Summer Concert Series, Kaleidoscope Arts Festival (Aug 18-19, 2023)
• Facilities updates: Blue Mountain Park Master Plan, Glen Park, Burke Mountain Joint School/Park Site, Town Centre Park Community Centre, Maillardville Community Centre Plaza, Spani Pool Renovation

Community Safety Advisory Committee

The Community Safety Advisory Committee will receive three presentations: an RCMP gang enforcement overview, a bylaw enforcement update focused on park patrols, and the Building Safer Communities Program. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss emerging issues.

• RCMP Gang Enforcement Team presentation by Insp. Chris Goebel
• Bylaw enforcement in city parks presentation, including 1,500+ park patrols this year
• Building Safer Communities Program presentation by Nicole Cairns
• Approval of March 30, 2023 minutes and June 29, 2023 informal meeting notes

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will hear presentations on the Climate Action Plan, Business Improvement Areas (BIAs), and the Economic Development Strategy. They will also approve the minutes from the June 28, 2023 meeting. The meeting is a regular committee session with no decisions expected, only discussion and input.

• Presentation on Climate Action Plan engagement, including community survey and pop-up events
• Update on Business Improvement Areas, including North Road BIA establishment and Austin Heights BIA support
• Economic Development Strategy update, including a 2024 competitiveness study and business visitation program
• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2023 meeting

Sports Advisory Committee

The Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to hear presentations on the Adanacs Field Lacrosse Association, Glen Park Phase 3 improvements, and the Northeast Community Centre and Burke Village Park update. The committee will also discuss emerging issues. The agenda includes approval of the June 14, 2023 minutes.

• Glen Park Phase 3: potential improvements include skate park, sport court, water play, washroom, walking trails (public engagement open until Oct 16)
• Northeast Community Centre: design staging with 6-lane lap pool, leisure pool, double gym, library placeholder
• Adanacs Field Lacrosse Association presentation by President Bradley Foster
• Committee roundtable on emerging issues

Multiculturalism Advisory Committee

The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee is reviewing the Glen Park Phase 3 improvement plans, including potential features like a skate park and water play, and seeking input through a multicultural lens. They are also receiving an update on the City's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) work plan, including the creation of an Accessibility Plan. The meeting includes discussion on the Cultural Understanding Project and upcoming community events.

• Glen Park Phase 3 potential improvements: skate park, sport court, picnic area, outdoor fitness, plaza extension, water play, washroom, walking trails
• Online survey for Glen Park launching September 11, 2023, comments due October 9, 2023
• EDI update: 2023 work plan priorities, Accessibility Plan creation, Recruitment and Retention EDI Action Plan 2023-2026
• Cultural Understanding Project sub-committee update: lack of funding and resources as significant challenge
• Canada Day 2023 booth at Town Centre Park on July 1, 2023

The committee approved the minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting. Members discussed proposed amenity expansions for Glen Park Phase 3 and received an update on the City's 2023 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Work Plan.

• Approved minutes of the June 21, 2023 meeting

Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Universal Access-Ability Advisory Committee approved the June 6, 2023, meeting minutes. Members reviewed staff presentations on the Accessible BC Act, accessible housing, the Northeast Community Centre design, and e-mobility pilots. The committee agreed to hold the next Biennial Education event during AccessAbility Week in 2024.

• Approved minutes from June 6, 2023 meeting
• Agreed to hold next Biennial Education event during 2024 AccessAbility Week (May 25 to June 1)

Sustainability & Environmental Advisory Committee

The Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee will hear presentations on the Strategic Transportation Plan and E-Mobility Demonstration, Creek Hazard Assessment, and the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal. They will also discuss opening the Environmental Volunteer Celebration to the public. The meeting includes approval of the May 23, 2023 minutes.

• Strategic Transportation Plan proposes 50% sustainable mode share by 2050, zero GHG emissions, and zero serious injuries/fatalities
• E-scooter pilot with Lime and Neuron launched June 29, 2023, with 15,000 trips as of July 23
• Creek Hazard Assessment presentation by Utility Asset Manager
• Environmental Volunteer Celebration public event discussion
• 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal input opportunity

The Committee approved the minutes from May 23, 2023, and endorsed a recommendation to make the second half of the Environmental Volunteer Celebration open to the public starting in 2025. Members also received presentations on the Strategic Transportation Plan, creek hazard assessments, and the 2024–2027 Strategic Plan renewal.

• Approved minutes from May 23, 2023 meeting
• Endorsed recommendation to open second half of Environmental Volunteer Celebration to the public starting in 2025

Community Safety Advisory Committee

The Community Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to review a draft Road Safety Strategy that proposes a Vision Zero goal of zero serious traffic injuries and fatalities by 2050, along with a 50% sustainable mode share and zero transportation GHG emissions. The committee will also receive updates on wildfire preparedness and the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal. The agenda includes adoption of the March 30, 2023 minutes and a roundtable on emerging safety issues.

• Draft Road Safety Strategy with Vision Zero goal (zero serious injuries/fatalities)
• Wildfire preparedness update: $200K CRI funding for fuel prescriptions, S-115 training, FireSmart Coordinator
• 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal engagement process
• Adoption of March 30, 2023 minutes
• Committee roundtable on emerging safety issues

The committee met without a quorum and held an information-only session. No formal decisions were made; members received presentations and discussed strategic planning, wildfire preparedness, road safety, and school zone initiatives.

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is reviewing the draft Economic Development Strategy, which outlines goals for job growth, quality of life, and economic prosperity, and discussing implementation challenges. The committee also endorsed its 2023 work plan, recommending Council approval. The agenda includes updates on tourism and the visitor economy, and a presentation on the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal process.

• Endorsed 2023 Work Plan, recommending Council approval
• Discussed draft Economic Development Strategy 'Shared Prosperity, Responsible Future'
• Tourism update: Marcon Hotel and Conference Centre (152 rooms, 10,000 sq ft conference centre)
• Tourism metrics: Play On Canada $3.3M, U19 World Field Lacrosse $6.2M
• Strategic Plan renewal engagement via Letstalkcoquitlam.ca/strategicplan

The Committee approved the minutes from the March 29, 2023 meeting. Members discussed input for the 2024–2027 Strategic Plan and received an update on the visitor economy. Several agenda items were deferred due to a fire alarm evacuation.

• Approved minutes from March 29, 2023 meeting
• Deferred Business Improvement Areas Update
• Deferred Economic Development Strategy Update
• Deferred Committee Members’ Roundtable / Emerging Issues

Multiculturalism Advisory Committee

The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the City of Coquitlam's 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal, receive updates on the Cultural Understanding Project, and plan its Canada Day booth. The committee will also approve minutes from its April meeting and hold a roundtable on emerging multicultural issues.

• Presentation and engagement exercise on 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal
• Update on Cultural Understanding Project sub-committee
• Canada Day 2023 booth at Town Centre Park, July 1, 12-8 p.m.
• Approval of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Committee approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations and discussions regarding territorial acknowledgements, the 2024–2027 Strategic Plan, and the Cultural Understanding Project.

• Approved minutes of the April 19, 2023 meeting

Sports Advisory Committee

The Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee endorsed its 2023 Work Plan and recommended Council approval. Members received updates on the Spani Pool renovation (expected reopening spring 2024) and the Percy Perry Track and Field replacement (construction starting May 15, 2023). The meeting also included presentations from the Underwater Hockey RumbleFish club, the City's Spotlight on Sport program, and the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal process.

• Endorsed 2023 Work Plan and recommended Council approval
• Spani Pool renovation: decommissioning, expected reopening spring 2024
• Percy Perry Track and Field replacement: construction starts May 15, 2023
• Underwater Hockey RumbleFish presentation on challenges and offerings
• 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal: public engagement via survey and pop-ups

The committee approved the minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations and discussions regarding community recreation groups, the facilities code of conduct, and the city's strategic plan renewal.

• Approved minutes of the April 12, 2023 meeting

Culture Services Advisory Committee

The Culture Services Advisory Committee will hear presentations and provide input on the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal, the Streetscape Enhancement Program (including a proposed mural sub-committee), summer events, and facility updates. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its April 13, 2023 meeting.

• 2024-2027 Strategic Plan renewal: input and engagement exercise
• Streetscape Enhancement Program (mural project): input and proposed sub-committee
• Summer events update: Canada Day, Summer Concert Series, Kaleidoscope Arts Festival, block parties
• Facilities updates: Blue Mountain Park Master Plan, Glen Park, Burke Mountain Joint School/Park Site, Town Centre Park Community Centre, Maillardville Community Centre Plaza, Spani Pool
• Approval of April 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Culture Services Advisory Committee established a sub-committee to assist with artist selection for the Streetscape Enhancement Program. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting and deferred the 2024–2027 Strategic Plan Renewal.

• Approved minutes from April 13, 2023 meeting
• Formed Streetscape Enhancement Program Sub-committee (members: Nina Buddhdev, Janice Mazon, and Joan McCauley)
• Deferred 2024–2027 Strategic Plan Renewal to the next meeting

Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Universal Access-Ability Advisory Committee will meet to approve April minutes, hear a presentation on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives including accessibility for older adults (50+), participate in an engagement exercise for the 2024–2027 Strategic Renewal, and receive updates on working groups and transportation. The meeting is advisory, with no binding decisions expected.

• Approval of April 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation on EDI and accessibility initiatives for older adults (50+)
• 2024–2027 Strategic Renewal input opportunity
• Working group updates: BC Access Awareness Day, Canada Day, Biennial Education Event, Welcome to Coquitlam
• Transportation and other department updates

The Universal Access-Ability Advisory Committee approved the minutes from April 4, 2023. Members established two new working groups to organize the 2023 Biennial Education Event and the 2023 Welcome to Coquitlam Event. The committee also reviewed updates on equity, diversity, inclusion, and the City's strategic plan renewal.

• Approved minutes from April 4, 2023 meeting
• Formed 2023 Biennial Education Event Working Group
• Formed 2023 Welcome to Coquitlam Event Working Group

Sustainability & Environmental Advisory Committee

The Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations on city creeks water quality monitoring and the Climate Action Plan scope, process, and timeline, and to discuss the Environmental Volunteer Celebration public event. The agenda also includes approval of the March 28, 2023 minutes and a standing roundtable on emerging issues.

• Presentation on City Creeks Water Quality Monitoring, Development Impacts and City Projects
• Presentation on Climate Action Plan – Scope, Process and Timeline
• Discussion on Environmental Volunteer Celebration Public Event
• Approval of March 28, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the March 28, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations on creek water quality monitoring and the Climate Action Plan scope, and unanimously agreed to delay a vote on opening the Environmental Volunteer Celebration to the public.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Delayed vote on opening future Environmental Volunteer Celebrations to the public

Council-in-Committee

The Committee will review citywide monitoring results regarding creek water quality. The meeting also includes the adoption of previous minutes and an introduction by the Coquitlam River Lions Club.

• Creek Water Quality – Citywide Monitoring Results report
• Introduction by Gerry Becker, President of Coquitlam River Lions Club

The Committee received a staff report on citywide creek water quality monitoring results for information. Members discussed illegal dumping enforcement, potential provincial lobbying for higher fines, and the rehabilitation of Stoney Creek.

• Approved Minutes of the Council-in-Committee Meeting from April 24, 2023
• Received 'Creek Water Quality - Citywide Monitoring Results' report for information

Regular Council

The City Council will review the minutes from previous public hearings and regular meetings. The primary action item is the fourth and final reading of the 2023 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw No. 5317, 2023.

• Fourth and Final Reading of 2023 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw No. 5317, 2023
• Approval of April 24, 2023 Public Hearing minutes
• Approval of April 24, 2023 Regular Council Meeting minutes

Council granted fourth and final reading to the 2023 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw. The body also approved the minutes from two previous meetings held on April 24, 2023.

• Approved 2023 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw No. 5317, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 24, 2023 Public Hearing (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 24, 2023 Regular Council Meeting (Unanimous)

Council-in-Committee

The Council-in-Committee will receive several reports for information regarding city planning and infrastructure. Discussions include concept designs for Maillardville Community Center Plaza and updates on energy and carbon codes.

• Maillardville Community Center Plaza - Concept Design
• Draft Council Code of Conduct
• Delegated Authority for Minor Development Variance Permits
• Energy Step Code / Zero Carbon Step Code – 2023 Implementation Update
• Climate Action Plan Scope and Process

Regular Council

Council will review multiple zoning and official community plan amendments for various residential and commercial properties. The agenda also includes the adoption of 2023 annual tax rates and updates to intermunicipal business licence fees.

• 2023 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw No. 5317, 2023
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5293, 2023 for 3333 Willerton Court
• Final adoption of Austin Heights Business Improvement Area Bylaw No. 5314, 2023
• Intermunicipal Business Licence Fee Increase 2023
• Development application at 589 and 593 Westley Avenue, 648 and 650 Gardena Drive, and 584, 588, 592 and 596 Kemsley Avenue

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing where the City of Coquitlam Council will receive public input on three separate rezoning applications. The applications propose changes to zoning and, in one case, the Official Community Plan, for properties on Willerton Court, Dogwood Street, Lea Avenue, Tyndall Street, and Claremont Street. No decisions are made at this hearing; Council will consider the input before voting on the bylaws at a future meeting.

• Rezone 3333 Willerton Court from RS-2 to RS-3 and P-5 Special Park (Bylaw 5293)
• Redesignate 820 & 826 Dogwood St and 615, 617 & 633 Lea Ave from Medium to High Density Apartment Residential (Bylaw 5278)
• Rezone the Dogwood/Lea properties from RT-1 and RT-3 to RM-4 Multi-Storey High Density Apartment Residential (Bylaw 5277)
• Rezone 618, 622 & 624 Tyndall St and 617, 629 & 631 Claremont St from RS-1 to CD-37 Comprehensive Development Zone (Bylaw 5250)

Multiculturalism Advisory Committee

The Committee endorsed its 2023 Work Plan and recommended that Council approve it. Members also volunteered for a Cultural Understanding Project sub-committee and reviewed demographic data on Coquitlam's ethno-cultural diversity.

• Approved minutes from September 21, 2022
• Endorsed 2023 Work Plan
• Recommended Council approve the 2023 Multiculturalism Advisory Committee Work Plan
• Volunteered Simin Ahmadian, Ann Johannes, and Bita Rezaei for the Cultural Understanding Project Sub-committee

Council-in-Committee

The Committee will receive several staff reports regarding parks, recreation, and corporate services. Discussions include concept plans for Burke Mountain and Burke Village, as well as updates on community gardens and equity initiatives.

• Burke Mountain Joint Secondary School / Park Concept and Public Engagement report
• Burke Village Park Concept Plan report
• Community Garden Update report
• 2023 LGBTQ2S+ Pride Celebration report
• Equity, Diversity And Inclusion Update – 2022-2023 Activities And Achievements report

The Committee approved the minutes from the April 3, 2023, meeting. All other items on the agenda were reports received for information only, with no formal decisions made.

• Approved Minutes of the Council-in-Committee Meeting held April 3, 2023

Regular Council

The Council will review the renewal of the Austin Heights Business Improvement Area and consider a proposed amendment to the 2023 Council meeting schedule. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from the April 3, 2023, meeting.

• First three readings of Austin Heights Business Improvement Area Bylaw No. 5314, 2023
• Proposed amendment to the 2023 Council Meeting Schedule

Council gave the first three readings to the Austin Heights Business Improvement Area Bylaw No. 5314, 2023. The body also approved an amendment to the 2023 Council Meeting Schedule and adopted the minutes from April 3, 2023.

• Approved Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held April 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Gave first three readings to Austin Heights Business Improvement Area Bylaw No. 5314, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to the 2023 Council Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)

Culture Services Advisory Committee

The Culture Services Advisory Committee reviewed a sub-committee report on visual arts display opportunities in Coquitlam and recommended Council direct staff to review the report and propose actions to increase display spaces. The committee also discussed the 2022 Cultural Summit and Lights at Lafarge kick-off, and deferred the Riverview Artifacts Collection Phase 2 Pilot Project to 2023. Facility updates were provided on the new Maillardville Community Centre and YMCA Burquitlam.

• Committee recommended Council receive the 'Visual Arts Display Opportunities Around Coquitlam' report and direct staff to report back on actions to increase display opportunities
• Cultural Summit and Lights at Lafarge kick-off event discussed; tickets available via Evergreen Cultural Centre website from October 6, 2022
• Riverview Artifacts Collection Phase 2 Pilot Project deferred to 2023 work plan
• Updates on new Maillardville Community Centre and YMCA Burquitlam with adjacent Community Police Station
• Potential dialogue with Kwikwetlem First Nation proposed for 2023 work plan

The Committee approved the minutes from September 28, 2022, and endorsed the 2023 Work Plan. A recommendation was made for City Council to formally approve the 2023 Work Plan. Members also received presentations on the Arts, Culture & Heritage Strategic Plan and visual arts display programs.

• Approved minutes from September 28, 2022
• Endorsed 2023 Culture Services Advisory Committee Work Plan
• Recommended Council approve the 2023 Culture Services Advisory Committee Work Plan

Sports Advisory Committee

The Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee reviewed community group presentations, toured the future Northeast Community Centre site, and discussed the 2023 work plan. The committee recommended that Council direct staff to review the status of other pools in the region before timing the closure of Spani Pool for redevelopment.

• BC Special Olympics Coquitlam presentation on programs and volunteer needs
• Tour of future Northeast Community Centre site, noting rising construction costs and steep topography
• Coquitlam Sports Hall of Fame annual report and 2021 induction ceremony on October 21, 2022
• Committee recommendation: review regional pool status before Spani Pool closure
• 2023 work plan items include curling demand, Planet Ice future, and Sports Field Strategy update

The Committee approved the minutes from September 7, 2022, and endorsed the 2023 Work Plan for Council's approval. Members received project updates on the Spani Pool renovation and the Percy Perry Track and Field replacement.

• Approved minutes from September 7, 2022
• Endorsed 2023 Work Plan and recommended Council approval
• Requested Council consider adding a Coquitlam Sports Hall of Fame representative as a standing member during fall Terms of Reference review

Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Committee endorsed the 2023 Work Plan and recommended its approval by Council. Members established working groups for Access Awareness Day and Canada Day, while deferring the formation of a Welcome to Coquitlam working group.

• Approved minutes from September 20, 2022
• Endorsed 2023 Work Plan and recommended Council approval
• Formed 2023 Access Awareness Day working group
• Formed 2023 Canada Day working group
• Deferred formation of Welcome to Coquitlam Event working group

Council-in-Committee

The Committee will receive several staff reports for information regarding local development and infrastructure. Items include updates on the Stratford Wynd Master Development Plan and the Blue Mountain Park Master Plan.

• LedMac 'Stratford Wynd' Master Development Plan Application (PROJ 22-097)
• Tri-Cities Homelessness and Housing Task Group 2023-2024 Funding report
• Metro Vancouver Coquitlam Water Main #4 Project report
• Blue Mountain Park Master Plan Update

Regular Council

Council is considering several development proposals, including a temporary use permit for 622 Kemsley Avenue and zoning amendments for properties on Willerton Court, Tyndall Street, and Claremont Street. The meeting also includes requests to extend a development application timeline for Queenston Avenue.

• Temporary Use Permit for 622 Kems_ley Avenue
• 12-month extension for development at 3420 and 3428 Queenston Avenue
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5293, 2023 for 3333 Willerton Court
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5250, 2023 for Tyndall Street and Claremont Street properties
• Highway Dedication Cancellation Bylaws No. 5294 and 5296

Community Safety Advisory Committee

The Community Safety Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive an orientation, review and recommend the 2023 work plan to Council, and hear a presentation on road and traffic safety from the RCMP. The meeting also includes a roundtable for emerging issues. The agenda is largely procedural, with the work plan and road safety presentation being the substantive items.

• Review and adoption of the 2023 Community Safety Advisory Committee Work Plan
• Road & Traffic Safety presentation by Insp. Todd Balaban of the Coquitlam RCMP
• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2022 meeting
• Committee orientation by Legislative Services Coordinator

The Community Safety Advisory Committee approved its 2023 Work Plan and recommended that Council do the same. The committee also reviewed the Coquitlam RCMP Road Safety Strategy and discussed various community safety concerns.

• Approved minutes from September 21, 2022
• Approved 2023 Community Safety Advisory Committee Work Plan
• Recommended that Council approve the 2023 Community Safety Advisory Committee Work Plan

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the draft Economic Development Strategy and consider recommending the 2023 Committee Work Plan to Council. The meeting also includes a committee orientation and a standing roundtable for members to discuss emerging issues.

• Review and adoption of the 2023 Economic Development Advisory Committee Work Plan
• Presentation on the draft Economic Development Strategy (available at www.coquitlam.ca/eds)
• Committee orientation presentation by the Legislative Services Coordinator
• Approval of minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting
• Committee Members' Roundtable on emerging issues

The Economic Development Advisory Committee endorsed the 2023 Work Plan and recommended its approval by Council. The committee also reviewed a draft Economic Development Strategy and discussed various community economic issues.

• Approved minutes from September 28, 2022
• Endorsed 2023 Economic Development Advisory Committee Work Plan
• Recommended Council approve the 2023 Economic Development Advisory Committee Work Plan

Strategic Priorities Standing Committee

The Committee will receive a report regarding the renewal process for the city's 2024-2027 Strategic Plan. The presentation includes introductory comments from the General Manager of Corporate Services and a presentation by the Director of Corporate Planning.

• Report on Strategic Plan Renewal Process (2024-2027)

The Committee received a staff report regarding the Strategic Plan Renewal Process (2024-2027) for information. Members discussed the inclusion of specific community groups, such as S.U.C.C.E.S.S., in the public consultation process. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Received report on Strategic Plan Renewal Process (2024-2027) for information

Sustainability & Environmental Advisory Committee

The Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive orientation, and review its 2023 work plan. They will also hear a presentation on seasonal water pricing and discuss plans for the 2023 Environmental Volunteer Celebration, including a possible event planning sub-committee. The meeting is advisory, with recommendations to Council.

• Review and adoption of 2023 work plan
• Presentation on seasonal water pricing by Director Utilities
• Discussion of 2023 Environmental Volunteer Celebration and proposed event planning sub-committee
• Approval of September 27, 2022 minutes
• Committee orientation by Legislative Services Coordinator

The Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee endorsed its 2023 Work Plan and recommended it for Council approval. The committee also established a sub-committee to plan the 2023 Environmental Volunteer Celebration.

• Approved minutes from September 27, 2022
• Endorsed 2023 Work Plan and recommended Council approval
• Formed 2023 Environmental Volunteer Celebration Sub-committee

Public Hearing

This is a public hearing where the City of Coquitlam Council will hear comments on three separate rezoning applications. Each application proposes to amend the Zoning Bylaw to change the permitted land use on specific properties. The hearing is a formal step before Council decides whether to approve the rezoning bylaws.

• Rezone 817 and 823 Cornell Avenue from RS-1 to RS-3 (Bylaw No. 5299, 2023)
• Rezone 200 Marmont Street, 1053-1059 James Avenue and a portion of James Avenue from RS-1, RT-1, and RM-1 to RM-3 (Bylaw No. 5292, 2023)
• Rezone 628-638 Claremont Street, 635-645 Gardena Drive, a lane and a portion of Gardena Drive from RS-1 to CD-36 (Bylaw No. 5238, 2022)

The City of Coquitlam conducted a public hearing to consider three zoning amendments for residential developments. The minutes record the presentations and submissions for each item, but do not list final votes or decisions made by Council.

• Item #1: Proposed rezoning of 817 and 823 Cornell Avenue from RS-1 to RS-3 for three single-family dwellings (Outcome not recorded)
• Item #2: Proposed rezoning of 200 Marmont Street and 1053-1059 James Avenue to RM-3 for a six-storey apartment and two-storey townhouse building (Outcome not recorded)
• Item #3: Proposed rezoning of properties on Claremont Street and Gardena Drive to CD-36 for two condo towers and two rental buildings (Outcome not recorded)

Council-in-Committee

The Council-in-Committee will receive two delegations: one on Hanin Village and another on a proposed rock quarry expansion in northeast Coquitlam. Staff will present reports on a 5-year retrospective of the Development Application Process Review (DAPR) and a solid waste operations update. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and is largely informational.

• Delegation: Gaetan Royer (Citystate) and Michelle Kim (ALS Property Management) on Hanin Village
• Delegation: Renato Spano on proposed expansion of rock quarry in northeast Coquitlam
• Staff report: Development Application Process Review (DAPR) – 5-year retrospective
• Staff report: Solid Waste Operations Update

The Committee approved the minutes from the March 6, 2023 meeting. Other business consisted of receiving staff reports for information and hearing delegations regarding road access and quarry operations.

• Approved Minutes of the Council-in-Committee Meeting held March 6, 2023
• Received Development Application Process Review (DAPR) report for information
• Received Solid Waste Operations Update report for information

Regular Council

The Council will review several zoning amendment bylaws following a public hearing. Additionally, staff are recommending first readings for official community plan and zoning amendments related to a development by West Fraser Dogwood Developments Ltd.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5299, 2023 – 817 And 823 Cornell Avenue
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5292, 2023 – 200 Marmont Street and James Avenue properties
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5238, 2022 – Claremont Street and Gardena Drive properties
• Development Application at 820 and 826 Dogwood Street and 615/617 and 633 Lea Avenue involving 199 market rental units and five below-market rental units

Council advanced three zoning bylaws to second and third readings. Additionally, Council gave first reading to an Official Community Plan amendment and a zoning amendment for a development at Dogwood Street and Lea Avenue, referring both to a public hearing.

• Approved second and third readings for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5299 (817 and 823 Cornell Avenue) (Unanimous)
• Approved second and third readings for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5292 (200 Marmont Street and James Avenue) (Unanimous)
• Approved second and third readings for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5238 (Claremont Street and Gardens Drive) (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading for Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 5278 (820/826 Dogwood Street and 615/617/633 Lea Avenue) (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5277 (820/826 Dogwood Street and 615/617/633 Lea Avenue) (Unanimous)
• Referred Bylaws No. 5277 and 5278 to Public Hearing (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 6, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Council-in-Committee

The Council-in-Committee will receive a presentation on the draft Economic Development Strategy and Implementation Plan, along with reports on the 2022 community satisfaction survey, the 2022 final trimester report, and the RCMP year-in-review. The committee will also hear a delegation from the North Fraser Métis Association about Métis experience at Festival du Bois and receive a public notice of a campaign financial disclosure statement failure.

• Draft Economic Development Strategy (EDS) and Implementation Plan presented for information
• Ipsos Community Satisfaction Survey results for 2022
• 2022 Final Trimester Report from Corporate Services
• RCMP Year in Review 2022 for Coquitlam
• Public notice of failure to file campaign financial disclosure statement by late filing deadline

Regular Council

Council will consider final readings for two large development projects: a Pacific Property Group project at 625 North Road and an Intergulf project at multiple addresses on Clarke Road, Como Lake Avenue, and Lea Avenue that includes up to $940,000 from the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund for 47 non-market rental units. A new development at Claremont Street and Gardena Drive will be referred to a public hearing. Council will also vote on the Coquitlam Public Library’s 2023 budget and ratify appointments to advisory committees.

• Final approval of development at 625 North Road (Pacific Property Group) – zoning and housing agreement bylaws
• Final approval of Intergulf 'Clarke and Como' development at 602, 612, 618 Clarke Road, 605, 625 Como Lake Avenue, and 620 Lea Avenue – includes $940,000 from Affordable Housing Reserve Fund for 47 non-market rental units
• Referral of Intracorp development at 628-638 Claremont Street and 635-645 Gardena Drive to public hearing
• First three readings of Housing Agreement Bylaw for Qualex-Landmark Gateway project at 803-807 North Road and 603-617 Tyndall Street
• Approval of Coquitlam Public Library 2023 budget

Council-in-Committee

The committee will receive progress reports on the Housing Affordability Strategy and the Child Care Partnership Strategy, along with a Stoney Creek update. A student delegation requests to fly the Pride flag.

• Housing Affordability Strategy implementation progress report and 2023-2024 work program
• Child Care Partnership Strategy 2022 annual report and 2023-2024 work program
• Stoney Creek update
• Dr. Charles Best Secondary School students request to fly Pride flag

Regular Council

Council will give final reading to the 2023 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 5300, which sets the city's budget and spending priorities. They will also consider second and third readings for zoning amendments at three Sheffield Avenue, five Tyndall Street, and eleven properties on Balmoral Drive and Palmer Avenue. A major development application at 200 Marmont Street and nearby properties is proposed for first reading and public hearing referral. Council will also reconsider the Northeast Community Centre, Park and Plaza Loan Authorization Bylaw.

• Final adoption of 2023 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 5300
• Zoning amendment for 3594, 3596, 3598 Sheffield Avenue (second and third readings)
• Zoning amendment for 634, 636, 640, 642, 644 Tyndall Street (second and third readings)
• Development application at 200 Marmont Street and adjacent properties — first reading and public hearing referral for zoning amendment
• Northeast Community Centre, Park and Plaza Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 5301 — rescind prior readings and give new first, second, third readings

Council-in-Committee

The Council-in-Committee will consider approving the minutes from its February 6 meeting and receive the City of Coquitlam Archives Annual Report for 2022 for information. The next meeting is scheduled for February 27, 2023.

• Approval of minutes from February 6, 2023 Council-in-Committee meeting
• Receive the City of Coquitlam Archives Annual Report – 2022 for information

The Committee approved the minutes from the February 6, 2023 meeting. Members also received the 2022 City of Coquitlam Archives Annual Report for information.

• Approved Minutes of the Council-in-Committee Meeting held February 6, 2023
• Received City of Coquitlam Archives Annual Report - 2022 for information

Regular Council

Council will vote on the 2023 Five-Year Financial Plan and two loan authorization bylaws, including one for the Northeast Community Centre. They will also consider the 2023 Business Plan, a zoning amendment for 817-823 Cornell Avenue, and final design approval for the Spani Pool renewal and expansion project.

• 2023 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 5300 and Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 5301
• Northeast Community Centre, Park and Plaza Loan Authorization Bylaw
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5299 for 817 and 823 Cornell Avenue
• Spani Pool Renewal and Expansion final design approval
• Community Grants Policy approval

Council passed the 2023 Five-Year Financial Plan and a loan authorization for the Northeast Community Centre, Park and Plaza. Other approvals included the 2023 Business Plan, the final design for the Spani Pool renewal, and a zoning amendment for Cornell Avenue.

• Approved 2023 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 5300, 2023 (Carried; Councillor Marsden opposed)
• Approved Northeast Community Centre, Park and Plaza Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 5301, 2023 (Carried unanimously)
• Approved Community Grants Policy (Carried unanimously)
• Approved draft 2023 Business Plan (Carried unanimously)
• Gave first reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5299, 2023 for 817 and 823 Cornell Avenue and referred to Public Hearing (Carried unanimously)
• Approved final design and procurement for Spani Pool Renewal and Expansion Project (Carried unanimously)
• Approved minutes from February 6, 2023 Regular Council Meeting (Carried unanimously)
• Received minutes from Finance Standing Committee meetings on January 24 and 25, 2023 (Carried unanimously)

Council-in-Committee

The committee will receive a report on the 2022 final progress report and 2023 work plan from the Business Improvement Committee, and a presentation on the draft Strategic Investment Plan for the Economic Development Strategy. A report on a public notice regarding a failure to file a campaign financial disclosure statement will also be received for information.

• 2022 final progress report and 2023 work plan from the Business Improvement Committee
• Draft Strategic Investment Plan for the Economic Development Strategy
• Public notice of failure to file campaign financial disclosure statement

The Committee approved the minutes from the January 23, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of informational reports and delegations regarding flight patterns, dog parks, and a master development plan, with no substantive decisions recorded.

• Approved Minutes of the Council-in-Committee Meeting held January 23, 2023
• Deferred 2022 Final Progress Report and 2023 Work Plan from the Business Improvement Committee to February 6, 2023

Regular Council

Council will give first readings to two zoning amendment bylaws for developments at 3594-3598 Sheffield Avenue and 634-644 Tyndall Street, and refer them to public hearings. Staff also seek final design approval for the Innovation Centre Renovation at Town Centre Park and authorization to proceed with procurement.

• First reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5297 for 3594-3598 Sheffield Avenue
• First reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5289 for 634-644 Tyndall Street (Quantum Properties)
• Public hearings for both zoning bylaws
• Final design approval for Innovation Centre Renovation at Town Centre Park

Council approved an application for Rogues Bar & Grill to expand liquor service hours and consumption areas. The body also passed a sign amendment bylaw and a zoning amendment bylaw. An updated 2023 Council Meeting Schedule was adopted.

• Approved fourth and final reading of Sign Amendment Bylaw No. 5279, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved fourth and final reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5034, 2020 for 3423 Victoria Drive (Unanimous)
• Supported application for Rogues Bar & Grill to expand liquor service hours and consumption areas (Unanimous)
• Approved amended 2023 Council Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Special Council Meeting on January 11, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Regular Council Meeting on January 16, 2023 (Unanimous)

Council-in-Committee

The committee will receive updates on the Burquitlam Plaza master development plan, a new federal Building Safer Communities program, and the 2022 progress report from the Business Improvement Committee. Delegations will address the Cottonwood Park off-leash dog area and proposed NAV CANADA flight path changes at YVR.

• Delegation: Cottonwood Park off-leash dog area
• Delegation: NAV CANADA proposed flight pattern changes at YVR
• Burquitlam Plaza master development plan application update (PROJ 20-118)
• Building Safer Communities Program update
• 2022 Final Progress Report and 2023 Work Plan from the Business Improvement Committee

Regular Council

Council will consider final adoption of a zoning bylaw for a development at 3423 Victoria Drive, and decide whether to support a liquor license amendment for Rogues Bar & Grill to expand hours and service areas. They will also approve minutes and amend the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Final reading of Sign Amendment Bylaw No. 5279, 2022
• Final approval of development application at 3423 Victoria Drive (Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5034, 2020)
• Application for permanent liquor license change for Rogues Bar & Grill to expand hours and allow service in additional areas
• Approval of amended 2023 Council Meeting Schedule

Finance Standing Committee

The Finance Standing Committee will hear budget presentations from several city departments and community organizations. Presentations are scheduled from Planning and Development, Legislative Services, Finance/Lands/Police, Coquitlam RCMP, the Coquitlam Public Library, Place des Arts, the Coquitlam Heritage Society, and the Evergreen Cultural Centre. The meeting is a discussion and information session; no decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• Budget presentation by Planning and Development (Don Luymes)
• Budget presentation by Finance, Lands and Police (Michelle Hunt)
• Budget presentation by Coquitlam RCMP (Supt. Keith Bramhill)
• Budget presentation by Coquitlam Public Library (Jacqueline Gorton, Todd Gnissios)
• Budget presentations by Place des Arts, Coquitlam Heritage Society, and Evergreen Cultural Centre

Finance Standing Committee

The Finance Standing Committee is receiving a report on the Draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan Highlights and Presentations for information. Presentations will be given by the Director of Finance, Deputy City Manager, and heads of several departments including Parks, Fire, Corporate Services, and Engineering. The committee is not making a decision on the plan at this meeting.

• Draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan Highlights and Presentations report
• Presentation by Gorana Cabral, Director Finance, on the draft financial plan
• Presentation by Raul Allueva, Deputy City Manager
• Presentation by Lanny Englund, General Manager Parks, Recreation, Culture and Facilities
• Presentation by Jim Ogloff, Fire Chief, on Fire and Rescue Services

Council-in-Committee

The Council-in-Committee will receive two informational reports: a Housing Needs Report with 2021 Census data, and a road network concept for the Lower Lougheed Precinct. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Partnership for Water Sustainability and adoption of previous minutes.

• Housing Needs Report – Census 2021 Update (informational report)
• Lower Lougheed Precinct – Road Network Concept (informational report)
• Presentation by Kim Uno, Executive Director of the Partnership for Water Sustainability, on champion supporter recognition

Regular Council

Council will vote on final adoption of three bylaws regulating electric kick scooters. They will also consider first reading and a public hearing for a zoning amendment to allow a development at 135 Balmoral Drive and 2506-2548 Palmer Avenue, with several conditions including road curvature variances.

• Final adoption of Street and Traffic Amendment (Electric Kick Scooters) Bylaw No. 5274, 2022
• Final adoption of Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment (Electric Kick Scooters) Bylaw No. 5275, 2022
• Final adoption of Municipal Ticket Information Amendment (Electric Kick Scooters) Bylaw No. 5276, 2022
• First reading and referral to public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5280, 2023 for development at 135 Balmoral Drive and 2506-2548 Palmer Avenue
• Variance requests for road curvature on Palmer Avenue and Road A