Burnaby public meetings in 2024

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. Council and staff are addressing requests regarding building codes, anti-idling bylaws, and traffic noise, while receiving information on zoning and international delegations.

• Review of request for an anti-idling bylaw
• Complaint regarding truck engine brakes on Gaglardi Way
• Request for a pedestrian crossing at Brantford and Oakland Street
• Public submission for REZ #24-19 at 7409 Halifax Street
• Request for revision to the 2024 BC Building Code adoption

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is meeting to decide on an updated budget for the Brentwood Community Centre and a draft Urban Forest Strategy. The body will also consider several rezoning applications for residential and mixed-use developments and approve contracts for recycling trucks and insurance.

• Approval of updated project budget for Brentwood Community Centre
• Rezoning requests for 9855 Austin Road, 7201 11th Avenue, 3789 Royal Oak Avenue, 3405 Willingdon Ave, and 4701/4705 Hastings Street
• Contract award for the supply and delivery of four recycling trucks
• Funding approval for an artistic mural on the Willingdon Avenue and Still Creek Drive overpass
• Grants of $500 each for Hope and Health for Life Society and Tsleil-Waututh Nation

Council approved the updated $139 million budget for the Brentwood Community Centre, along with an additional $7.3 million for a podium park, despite opposition from two councillors. Council also approved the Draft Urban Forest Strategy, advanced several rezoning applications, and awarded contracts for recycling trucks and construction insurance.

• Approved $139M Brentwood Community Centre budget (opposed: Calendino, Dhaliwal)
• Approved $7.3M for podium park at Brentwood (opposed: Calendino, Dhaliwal)
• Approved Draft Urban Forest Strategy and targets (unanimous)
• Approved $7,000 mural at Still Creek Drive (unanimous)
• Advanced rezoning for Lougheed Tower 6 and Tower 5 to first reading (unanimous)
• Advanced rezoning for 7201 11th Avenue to first reading (unanimous)
• Awarded $2,047,315 contract for four recycling trucks to Rollins Machinery (unanimous)
• Awarded $3,616,939 insurance contract to Aon Reed Stenhouse (unanimous)

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee will consider endorsing a set of interim guidelines and procedures for naming civic assets, pending a comprehensive naming policy. It will also review and approve the second intake of the Festivals Burnaby Grant program. The committee will vote on two $500 donation requests – one for Hope and Health’s 4th Annual Santa on the Pitch event and another for the Tsleil‑Waututh Nation Christmas Hamper and Toy Drive. Standard agenda items such as adoption of the agenda, minutes, and routine reports will also be addressed.

• Endorse interim guidelines and procedures for naming civic assets
• Approve Festivals Burnaby Grant – 2nd Intake 2024
• Approve $500 donation to Hope and Health for the 4th Annual Santa on the Pitch
• Approve $500 grant to Tsleil‑Waututh Nation Christmas Hamper and Toy Drive
• Adopt agenda and minutes from the November 6, 2024 meeting

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

At this meeting, Burnaby City Council will review staff notes on several public submissions, including a request to cut 166 trees for the Cameron Centre redevelopment, a proposal to amend the Business Licence Bylaw, and concerns about uncontrolled intersections at Southpoint Drive and Mission Avenue. Council members may ask questions, but no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Heymann Yip – request to cut 166 trees for Cameron Centre redevelopment
• Sabrina Yang – proposal to amend Business Licence Bylaw No. 13809 to exempt arm‑length family occupants
• William Xu – concerns about uncontrolled intersections at Southpoint Drive and Mission Avenue and possible future school crossing improvements
• BC Housing – City of Maple Ridge Supportive Housing Review Final Report forwarded to Planning and Development Committee
• Strata BCS1737 – submission regarding Burnaby City Parking Bylaw No. 11462

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a final adoption of Burnaby Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 15 (REZ #22-02) that permits a six‑storey non‑market rental building with a childcare facility at 7388 Southwynde Avenue. The meeting also includes approvals for several contract awards, including group benefits providers (Manulife and Pacific Blue Cross), an Owner’s Representative for infrastructure delivery, and a contract for signage, road pavement markings and related electrical services. Additional items on the agenda are the Universal Water Metering Strategy presentation and updates on transit‑oriented area designations and unsightly premises bylaws.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 15 (REZ #22-02) – permits six‑storey rental and childcare at 7388 Southwynde Ave
• Contract award (CA) for Group Benefits Provider – Manulife
• Contract award (CA) for Group Benefits Provider – Pacific Blue Cross
• Contract award (CA) for Owner’s Representative for Infrastructure Project Delivery
• Contract award (CA) for Supply and Install of Signage, Road Pavement Markings and Related Electrical Services

Access Advisory Committee

The Access Advisory Committee will discuss the Draft Accessibility Plan for the City of Burnaby, presented by senior planners. It will also receive information on Accessible Pedestrian Signals, including a map of intersections with touchless signals. A delegation from Walkers' Caucus will present on intersection crossing safety for vulnerable pedestrians. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of Draft Accessibility Plan (Staff: Margaret Manifold, Senior Planner; Kyra Lubell, Planner 2)
• Information report on Accessible Pedestrian Signals (Staff: Eric Tam, Senior Manager, Transportation – Traffic Operations and Street Use; Regent Cheung, Transportation Engineer)
• Delegation: Intersection Crossing Safety for Vulnerable Pedestrians (Presenters: Fraser Hiltz and Ray McDonald, Walkers' Caucus)
• Other business item: Data on Senior Bus Trips
• Other business item: Online Accessibility Feedback Form

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hear a presentation from the Twelfth Avenue Elementary Parent Advisory Council about children crossing 12 Ave and vehicles not stopping at stop signs. The committee will also receive status updates on the Burnaby Community Safety Plan, RCMP operations for August‑September 2024, and the Fire Department. Additional reports from the Community Safety Advisory Committee districts will be reviewed.

• Delegation: Twelfth Avenue Elementary PAC – children crossing 12 Ave and stop‑sign compliance
• Update on Burnaby Community Safety Plan Strategic Directions
• RCMP status report (August‑September 2024)
• Fire Department status report (through October 2024)
• Community Safety Advisory Committee District 2 report

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 10 meeting, hear delegations on parking and intersection safety, and receive staff presentations on three projects. The committee will seek approval of the Burnaby Public Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy recommendations and implementation framework. Additional presentations will cover the Canada Way Bus Speed and Reliability Study and the Phase 2 update of the Edmonds Town Centre Cycling Network Project.

• Approval of Burnaby Public Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy recommendations and implementation framework
• Presentation of Bus Speed and Reliability Program – Canada Way Corridor Study
• Phase 2 update on Edmonds Town Centre Cycling Network Project
• Delegation from Strata BCS3168 “The Montage” on parking and traffic safety concerns
• Delegation from Metropolis at Metrotown on intersection safety at Skytrain and parkade entrance

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 15 meeting. It will hear a delegation from the Burnaby Board of Trade presenting a partnership proposal, with speakers Angie Whitfield and Dana Martin. The committee will also receive updates on major capital projects in parks, recreation and culture, key IT initiatives for July‑December 2024, major civic building projects, and major engineering projects.

• Delegation: Burnaby Board of Trade partnership presentation (Angie Whitfield, Dana Martin)
• Information report: Parks, Recreation and Culture major capital projects update
• Information report: Key IT initiatives July‑December 2024
• Information report: Major civic building projects as of November 2024
• Information report: Major engineering projects

International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee

The International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from its September 26 meeting, hear a verbal report on the status of sister and friendship city requests, and review correspondence from Shuangliu District, the City of Kushiro, and Hwaseong City.

• Adopt agenda for November 18, 2024 meeting
• Adopt minutes from September 26, 2024 meeting
• Verbal report on sister and friendship cities status
• Correspondence from Shuangliu District Government regarding friendship city partnership
• Correspondence from City of Kushiro about 60‑year anniversary commemoration project

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

Burnaby City Council will consider several correspondence items submitted for information. The agenda includes updates from Ministry of Children and Family Development, BC Hydro, Metro Vancouver, and local staff on topics such as adoption awareness, community regreening, affordable housing guidance, bus lane plans, and the Cameron Recreation Centre. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the council will simply receive and acknowledge the information.

• Ministry of Children and Family Development – Adoption and Permanency Awareness Month
• BC Hydro – Community Regreening Program Update
• Metro Vancouver – Regional Affordable Rental Housing Target Implementation Guide
• Rachel Klippenstein – Hastings and Willingdon Bus Lanes for RapidBus (revised)
• Tara Kenning – Cameron Recreation Centre

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear a TransLink presentation on improving bus speed and reliability on Hastings Street, and consider several administrative reports. Items include funding for temporary Cameron Library staff, a new Unsightly Premises Bylaw, a five‑year service agreement with RecycleBC, and authorizations for multiple rezoning applications. The council will also review grant applications, fee‑bylaw amendments, and acting mayor appointments.

• TransLink presentation seeking endorsement for Hastings Street bus speed and reliability improvements between Willingdon Avenue and Duthie Avenue
• Five‑year service agreement renewal with RecycleBC for recyclable packaging and paper collection
• Funding request for three new temporary positions at Cameron Library
• Proposed new Burnaby Unsightly Premises Bylaw and related amendments
• Authorization to forward rezoning applications (e.g., REZ #23-11 for 5502 Lougheed Highway) to first and second reading

Community Heritage Commission

The Community Heritage Commission is discussing a Heritage Revitalization Agreement for the Lonsdale Guardhouse Residence and a Heritage Alteration Permit for Overlynn Mansion. The body will also receive a status update on the Community Archives Strategy and Implementation Plan.

• Proposed Heritage Revitalization Agreement (HRA) Bylaw for Lonsdale Guardhouse Residence at 6985 Canada Way
• Heritage Alteration Permit request for Overlynn Mansion at 3755 McGill Street
• Status update on the Community Archives Strategy and Implementation Plan
• Correspondence regarding a rezoning application for the Edmonds Baptist Church at 7135 Walker Avenue

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will hear a delegation from Trinity Presbyterian Church regarding a proposed redevelopment at 7457 Edmonds. It will review proposed amendments to the Burnaby Zoning Bylaw that would permit short‑term rentals in buildings with secondary suites and clarify electric‑vehicle parking requirements. Staff will present preliminary findings from the Phase 3B Land‑Use Framework engagement. The meeting also includes routine agenda and minutes adoption.

• Delegation: Trinity Presbyterian Church – proposed redevelopment at 7457 Edmonds
• Zoning Bylaw Amendments – short‑term rentals and EV charging requirements
• Verbal report: Phase 3B draft land‑use map framework – preliminary findings

Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee will receive a verbal report updating members on the BC Parkway Project. A second verbal report will provide information on the Fees and Charges Policy Framework. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Verbal report – BC Parkway Project Update
• Verbal report – Fees and Charges Policy Framework
• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of minutes from September 10, 2024

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee will consider and vote on proposed updates to the Community Grant Policy. It will also review and authorize a grant for the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation and award lunch/dinner grants to Burnaby seniors' groups. A verbal report on procedure bylaw updates will be presented.

• Community Grant Policy updates – seek approval of proposed policy changes
• Grant application #24.23.I – Down Syndrome Resource Foundation – seek authorization to award the grant
• 2024 seniors lunch/dinner grants – seek authorization to award grants to Burnaby-based seniors' groups
• Verbal report on procedure bylaw updates
• Adoption of agenda and minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting

Environment Committee

The Burnaby Environment Committee will hear a presentation from Metro Vancouver staff about small gas‑powered equipment. It will also receive a Climate Action Framework Progress Report covering 2023‑2024. The meeting includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda and minutes, and concludes with adjournment.

• Delegation from Metro Vancouver on small gas‑powered equipment (presentation by Esther Berube and Marina Richter)
• Information report: Climate Action Framework Progress Report 2023‑2024

The Environment Committee received the Climate Action Framework Progress Report 2023-2024 for information, with no administrative reports or correspondence. It also unanimously approved sending a letter of appreciation to outgoing member Andrei Zawadzki and discussed a potential pilot program for composting and recycling in parks, with staff to report back.

• Received Climate Action Framework Progress Report 2023-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of appreciation to Andrei Zawadzki (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of October 22, 2024 (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. The items include requests for information, referrals to advisory bodies, and public feedback on a specific rezoning application.

• Rezoning submission for 3819 and 3841 Canada Way (REZ #21-33)
• Referral to Community Heritage Commission regarding saving a historic church
• Correspondence regarding Vancouver Rise FC at Swangard Stadium
• Correspondence regarding veteran parking
• Correspondence regarding development on the north side of Brentwood Mall

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council will consider approval for 2025 Waterworks and Sanitary Sewer utility rates, along with related bylaw amendments. The meeting also includes reports on the Burnaby Housing Needs Report, the Burnaby Food System Strategy, and the Burnaby Child Care Design Principles and Guidelines.

• 2025 Waterworks Utility rates
• 2025 Sanitary Sewer Utility rates
• Burnaby Housing Needs Report update
• Burnaby Food System Strategy
• Burnaby Child Care Design Principles and Guidelines

Access Advisory Committee

The Access Advisory Committee will receive an information report regarding the Brentwood Town Centre Accessibility Improvement Pilot. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Mobility Access Participation (MAP) Project.

• Information report on the Brentwood Town Centre Accessibility Improvement Pilot
• Invited presentation on the MAP (Mobility Access Participation) Project by Niloofar Hedayati and Rojan Nasiri

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting. It will review the new Earthquake Strategies and Actions Framework and hear a verbal report on bear‑spray use in the city. The committee will also receive status updates from the Community Safety Advisory Committee districts, the RCMP (April‑July 2024) and the Fire Department, plus a summary of 2024 extreme‑heat events.

• Earthquake Strategies and Actions Framework – Burnaby Strategies and Actions for Earthquake Resilience (B‑SAFER)
• Verbal report on bear‑spray use in the City of Burnaby
• Community Safety Advisory Committee District #2 status report
• RCMP status report (April–July 2024) and Annual Performance Plan quarterly report (April–June 2024)
• Fire Department status report covering up to August 2024

Environment Committee

The Environment Committee will hear two invited presentations: the Fraser River Sturgeon Conservation Society will discuss a possible partnership, and the Stewardship Centre for BC will present a proposal for cat‑control bylaws. The committee will also consider correspondence on the Fossil Fuel Treaty, a biodiversity bylaw reform, and the Starry Night Initiative. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Fraser River Sturgeon Conservation Society – opportunity for partnership
• Presentation by Stewardship Centre for BC – proposal for cat control bylaws
• Correspondence regarding the Fossil Fuel Treaty
• Correspondence on Bylaw Reform for Biodiversity
• Correspondence on the Starry Night Initiative

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will consider rezoning proposals for industrial and multi-family developments, approve a contract increase for transit shelters, and adopt bylaws related to liquor licensing and inter-municipal business fees.

• Rezoning #19-11 at 5025 North Fraser Way
• Rezoning #21-41 at 4955 Newton Street
• Contract Increase for Transit Shelters
• Liquor and Cannabis Policy Bylaw Amendments
• Inter-Municipal Business Licence Fee Adjustment

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. Items are being referred to advisory bodies or provided to Council for information.

• Referral of Fossil Fuel Treaty correspondence to the Environment Committee
• Referral of squash room availability concerns at Bonsor Recreation Centre to the Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee
• Correspondence regarding high rise condo apartments
• Commendation of the Edmonds Cycling Network Project
• Application from the Youth Parliament of British Columbia

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is discussing updates to the Burnaby Housing Needs Report to meet provincial requirements. The body is also seeking endorsement for draft community plans for three areas to begin a final phase of public engagement.

• Interim Update to the Burnaby Housing Needs Report
• Draft Edmonds Community Plan
• Draft Royal Oak Community Plan
• Draft Cascade Heights Community Plan
• Proposed Land Use Map Revisions

Social Planning Committee

The Social Planning Committee is reviewing draft strategies for food systems and child care design principles to be presented for Council approval. The meeting also includes presentations on poverty reduction and food security.

• Draft Burnaby Food System Strategy for Council adoption
• Draft Burnaby Child Care Design Principles and Guidelines for Council approval
• Delegation from Immigrant Link Centre Society regarding Food Security Through Zero Waste Initiative
• Presentation on Burnaby Poverty Reduction Strategy by Antonia Beck

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee is meeting to discuss borrowing authority for 2025 spending and a joint funding application for renewable energy. The body will also review financial reports and status updates on housing and civic building projects.

• Temporary Financing Bylaw to finance 2025 expenditures
• Joint application opportunity for Natural Resources Canada Renewable Energy Innovation Program
• Year 1 status update on the CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Program
• Financial Report as at 2024 Period 08
• Review of purchase orders between $250,000 and $1,000,000 (Period 01 to 08)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is reviewing a feasibility assessment for pedestrian safety improvements to approve short-term measures and detailed designs. The body will also receive presentations on a new sidewalks program and an Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan.

• Notice of Motion: Improving Traffic Safety regarding pedestrian safety measures
• New Sidewalks Program Overview and Prioritization Framework
• Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan presentation
• Delegation from Strata BCS3168 “The Montage” regarding parking and traffic safety

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, then review several administrative reports including a proposed height‑based development framework and approvals for contracts such as the Burnaby Laneway Upgrades and re‑roofing of the Bonsor Recreational Complex. Committee reports will present proposed zoning bylaw amendments for child‑care and the new R1 district, a review of the Tenant Assistance Policy, and a study of short‑term rental options. The council will also conduct third‑reading votes on rezoning applications at 4472 and 4828 Hastings Street and adopt fee‑bylaw amendments for 2025. A scheduled public hearing for October 29 is slated for cancellation due to lack of items.

• Proposed Height‑Based Development Framework (admin report)
• Contract award for Burnaby Laneway Upgrades (CA‑3302)
• Contract award for re‑roofing Bonsor Recreational Complex
• Proposed zoning bylaw amendments for child‑care spaces and R1 district
• Third‑reading rezoning #21‑47 at 4472 Hastings Street

Tax Sale

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the record.

The City of Burnaby held its 2024 tax sale on October 7, 2024, with five bidders in attendance. One property at 3848 Dundas Street was auctioned and sold to Deen Gao for $660,000. The meeting was procedural and focused solely on this sale.

• Sold 3848 Dundas Street property to Deen Gao for $660,000

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

The council will receive staff responses to several public submissions, including electrical interpretations for laneway houses, a request to reduce noise pollution and enforce the noise bylaw, and a request for sidewalks on Alaska Ave, Rosser Ave, and Juneau St. These items are for information only and no council action is required. Additional submissions are listed for informational purposes, such as the Burnaby Draft OCP and a free transit pass proposal for youth.

• Electrical Department Interpretations for Laneway Houses – staff note
• Request for Noise Pollution Reduction and Bylaw Enforcement – staff note
• Request for Sidewalks on Alaska Ave, Rosser Ave & Juneau St – staff note
• Burnaby's Draft OCP referred to Planning and Development Committee – informational
• UBCM Free Transit Pass for Youth – informational

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council is meeting to review proposed lease agreements for two city facilities. The body will also consider recommended recipients for Fall 2024 community grants and a new framework for advisory body roles.

• Proposed Lease Agreement with Pacific Assistance Dogs Society for 9048 Stormont Avenue
• Proposed Lease Agreement for tenants of Metrotown Community Resource Centre at 4460 Beresford Street
• Recommended recipients for Fall 2024 Community Grant Applications
• Approval of the Council Advisory Bodies’ Terms of Reference Framework

International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee

The International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee is meeting to establish a new Sister and Friendship Cities Policy. The body will also review correspondence regarding international partnerships.

• Draft Sister and Friendship Cities Policy
• Correspondence from Shuangliu District Government regarding Friendship City Partnership
• Correspondence from City of Kushiro regarding 60 Anniversary Commemoration Project plans

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will review updates to the Tenant Assistance Policy, consider proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw to enable new child‑care spaces and support the new R1 district, and examine a council report on allowing short‑term rentals in primary dwellings with long‑term secondary suites. Information reports will provide updates on market and non‑market rental housing development and on the Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan Phase 3A public‑engagement findings.

• Tenant Assistance Policy Review – proposed clarifying language additions.
• Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments – create child‑care spaces and implement new R1 district housekeeping.
• Council Report on NOM Short‑Term Rental – amendment to allow short‑term rental of part of a primary dwelling when the secondary suite is rented long‑term.
• Rental Housing Development Information Report – update on market and non‑market rental units in rezoning, construction, or completed as of June 30 2024.
• Burnaby 2050 Phase 3A Engagement Report – summary of spring 2024 public‑engagement findings for the Official Community Plan.

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

Council will review staff notes on several public submissions, including a request for new sidewalks on 13th Avenue, the removal of temporary tables and chairs at Metrotown Station, and outdoor art at Metrotown Station. Staff will provide information or follow‑up on low‑cost housing inquiries and the Burnaby Draft Official Community Plan. Items are being logged for future capital project review and advisory referral.

• Sidewalks and Safety – request for new sidewalks on 13th Avenue
• Metrotown Tables and Chairs – removal of temporary furnishings under Parkway Alive
• Outdoor Art at Metrotown Station – ongoing evaluation under Parkway Alive
• Provincial Council of Women of BC – low‑cost housing inquiry
• Burnaby Draft OCP – submission to Planning and Development Committee

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will consider a range of items including administrative reports on child‑care funding, a mixed‑use rezoning at Canada Way, a temporary use permit for a food‑processing site, and several contract increases for city projects. Committee reports will present proposals for 2025 lease rates, a festivals grant, a civic plaque policy, naming guidelines for civic assets, and property tax exemptions. The meeting also includes consent agenda items on building permits and major engineering projects, and several bylaw readings related to zoning and highway closures.

• REZ #21-33 mixed‑use development at 3819 and 3841 Canada Way – forward to first and second reading
• TUP #24-01 at 5755 Beresford Street – temporary use permit for cooking and packaging of meat, fish, poultry and other foods
• Contract Increase for Integrated Project Delivery Owner’s Representative for the Community Safety Building Project (formerly New RCMP Detachment)
• Contract Increase to Holaco Construction (1997) Ltd. for McGill Library automated material handling system tenant improvements
• Contract Increase for re‑finalized pricing of the Burnaby Lake Bridge Overpass construction

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee is seeking approval for permissive property tax exemptions for 2025 and 2026. The body will also discuss the use of provincial capacity funding for local government housing initiatives and receive updates on major engineering and civic building projects.

• Permissive Property Tax Exemptions for 2025 and 2026
• Provincial Government Capacity Funding for Local Government Housing Initiatives
• Update on Major Engineering Projects
• Update on Major Civic Building Projects
• Delegation from Tessy Chalissery regarding property tax

The Financial Management Committee referred a report on permissive tax exemptions for 2025-2026 back to staff to develop a process for phasing out the tax reduction for the Burnaby Winter Club. The committee also approved the proposed distribution of provincial Capacity Funding for local government housing initiatives. Two information reports on major engineering and civic building projects were received for information. The meeting included a delegation advocating for a property tax cap, but no decision was made on that request.

• Referred permissive tax exemptions 2025-2026 report to staff for phase-out process for Burnaby Winter Club (unanimous)
• Approved proposed distribution of Capacity Funding for Local Government Housing Initiatives (unanimous)
• Received SU: Major Engineering Projects report for information (unanimous)
• Received SU: Major Civic Building Projects – As of September 2024 report for information (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda and minutes of July 16, 2024 (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee is meeting to receive verbal staff reports on several park initiatives. These include updates on environmental programs, trail management, and master planning.

• Environmental Programs in Parks update
• Burnaby Mountain Trail Management Plan progress update
• Central Park Master Plan Phase 1 progress update
• Correspondence regarding safety and fitness at Confederation Park

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee received informational presentations on environmental programs, the Burnaby Mountain Trail Management Plan, and the Central Park Master Plan Phase 1. No formal decisions were made; the committee adopted the agenda and previous minutes unanimously.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted the June 11, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

Burnaby City Council will review correspondence and public‑notice submissions received for the September 9, 2024 meeting. Items include a rezoning request (REZONING #20-15) for Sunset Street and Kincaid Street, several informational documents from neighboring municipalities, and updates on regional projects. No decisions are recorded; the council will consider the information presented.

• REZONING #20-15 – Sunset Street and Kincaid Street parcels
• Metro Vancouver – 2050 Type 3 Proposed Amendment – City of Surrey
• Skytrains original Mark 1 trains being replaced after 40 years
• Parkland – Burnaby Refinery Investigation Summary
• Canada Community‑Building Fund – First payment 2024‑2025

City Council Meeting

The council will adopt several amendment bylaws affecting fees, fire services, sewer connections, parking meters, electric‑vehicle charging, and a Boundary Road maintenance agreement. It will consider zoning bylaw amendments for REZ #23‑01 (8304 11th Avenue), REZ #23‑22 (4567 Canada Way) and REZ #24‑06 (4657 Kingsway), as well as a housing agreement bylaw for 3856 and 3864 Carrigan Court. Administrative reports will seek approval for a housing agreement on a portion of 7000 Lougheed Highway, the expropriation of part of 5595 Roy Street for the Holdom Overpass project, and a contract increase for hired equipment services. Additional items include a short‑term rental amendment to the zoning bylaw and a mayoral reconsideration of Bylaw 14207, while two public hearings are cancelled.

• Adoption of Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment No. 2 (2024)
• Approval of expropriation of 5595 Roy Street for the Holdom Overpass project
• Housing Agreement Bylaw for portion of 7000 Lougheed Highway (M’Akola Housing Society)
• Contract increase for Hired Equipment Services
• Short‑term rental amendment to the Burnaby Zoning Bylaw (Cllr Lee NOM)

Council unanimously approved the expropriation of 5595 Roy Street for the Holdom Overpass project, authorized housing agreements for non-market units at 7000 Lougheed Highway, and approved a contract increase for hired equipment services. Council also reconsidered and passed third reading of Bylaw 14207 (rezoning) with a 6-3 vote, referred a short-term rental motion to committee, and cancelled upcoming public hearings due to lack of business.

• Approved expropriation of 5595 Roy Street for Holdom Overpass (unanimous)
• Authorized housing agreement bylaw for non-market units at 7000 Lougheed Highway (unanimous)
• Approved $160,000 contract increase to Superior City Services Ltd. (unanimous)
• Passed third reading of Bylaw 14207 (rezoning) 6-3
• Referred short-term rental motion to Planning and Development Committee (unanimous)
• Cancelled September 24, 2024 Public Hearing (unanimous)
• Cancelled October 3, 2024 Board of Variance (unanimous)
• Directed staff to proceed with New City Hall options at Deer Lake (unanimous)

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council is meeting to discuss administrative policies and funding. The body is seeking approval for naming guidelines, plaque policies, and grant recommendations.

• Proposed 2025 lease rates and grants for non-profit tenants at City-owned Community Resource Centres
• Approval for Festivals Burnaby Grant Program September recommendations
• Interim guidelines and procedures for naming civic assets
• Proposed Civic Buildings – Council Official Opening Plaques Policy

The Executive Committee of Council approved interim guidelines for naming civic assets, with amendments to allow naming living individuals (excluding current elected officials/staff) and to include decommissioning and plaque installation provisions. It also approved a Civic Buildings plaque policy, a $1,500 Festivals Burnaby grant, and 2025 lease rates and grants for Community Resource Centres. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Referred interim civic asset naming guidelines to staff with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Civic Buildings – Council Official Opening Plaques Policy (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 Festivals Burnaby Grant for September 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 lease rate of $15.61/sq ft for Community Resource Centres (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 lease grants for Community Resource Centre tenants (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

On August 26, 2024, Burnaby City Council will consider a package of correspondence and public‑notice submissions. Items include staff notes on waste‑stream recycling, a new sidewalks program for Madison and Rosser Avenues, and a proposal to promote quieter, greener equipment under the noise bylaws. The council will also refer biodiversity bylaw reform letters to the Environment Committee and review a rezoning submission for properties on Sunset Street and Kincaid Street.

• Staff note on waste‑stream recycling (Darcy Olson) – information on solid waste, recycling and green waste services.
• New sidewalks program priority on Madison Ave between Hastings and William, and Rosser Ave (Cody Poon).
• Noise bylaws discussion on greener equipment to reduce community noise (Aleksey Bobkov).
• Referral of 20 letters supporting biodiversity bylaw reform to the Environment Committee (October 22, 2024).
• Public‑notice rezoning submission for Sunset Street and Kincaid Street (REZ #20-15).

City Council Meeting

City Council is reviewing a proposed Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation framework and strategy. The meeting includes decisions on several contract awards for infrastructure and road upgrades, as well as proposed fee changes for January 1, 2025.

• Proposed Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Framework and Strategy
• Amendments to the Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw for January 1, 2025
• Contract awards for Nelson Avenue road upgrades and Fraser Foreshore East Pier replacement
• Rezoning for a 29-storey mixed-use building at 6540 & 6592 Telford Avenue
• Proposed deferral of the Confederation Park Community Centre Project - Phase II contract award

International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee

The International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the January 11, 2024 meeting. It will receive a report on learning outcomes from the recent sister‑city visit to Mesa, Arizona. The committee will consider approving a council delegation for a 2025 visit to sister cities Kushiro (Japan) and Hwaseong (South Korea) and friendship city Taichung (Taiwan).

• Adopt agenda for the July 23, 2024 meeting
• Adopt minutes from the January 11, 2024 meeting
• Consider approval of a 2025 delegation to Kushiro, Japan; Hwaseong, South Korea; and Taichung, Taiwan
• Information report on learning outcomes from the Mesa, Arizona sister‑city visit (April 9‑13, 2024)
• Correspondence including invitations and proposals from Guiyang, China; Shuangliu District, China; and Hwaseong City, Korea

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of correspondence and public notice submissions. Staff provided responses regarding local ecology, parking bylaws, and infrastructure maintenance, while other items were referred to advisory bodies or provided for information.

• Construction of a 74-space daycare facility on Rowan Avenue
• Review of Veteran plate parking fee exemptions for the future Transportation Plan
• Opposition to rezoning application REZ #23-23 and Broadview Community Plan amendments
• Referral of Cariboo Road bike lane correspondence to the Transportation Committee
• Public notice submissions for rezoning #23-07 at 5777 Willingdon Avenue and 4475 Grange Street

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will consider a contract award to complete construction of the Cameron Community Centre and Library Phase II. It will also review a bylaw to introduce Development Cost Charge and Amenity Cost Charge waivers and reductions, and forward several rezoning proposals to future readings. Additional items include a community school grant payment and updates on various committees and policies.

• Contract award for Cameron Community Centre and Library (CCCL) Phase II construction
• Development Funding Program (DFP) – DCC and ACC waivers and reductions bylaw
• Rezoning #20-15 – Sunset Street and Kincaid Street non‑market housing with adult day care and child care
• Rezoning #21-39 – 6540 and 6592 Telford Avenue multiple‑family residential with neighbourhood commercial
• Approval of 2023/24 Community School Grant payment

Special Council Meeting

City Council will receive an information report on the Urban Forest Strategy Phase 2 visioning process and results. Staff will present findings from public engagement and a visioning presentation.

• Information report on Urban Forest Strategy Phase 2 visioning
• Presentation of public engagement results
• Staff presentation by Andre Isakov and Camille Lefrancois

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will consider and seek approval for the new 2024‑2034 Community Works Fund Agreement. It will also review a proposed increase to on‑street public pay parking fees in the Metrotown Town Centre. Additional items include a financial report for period 05, updates on major civic building and engineering projects, and a report on key IT initiatives. The meeting is closed to the public under the Community Charter.

• Approval of the 2024‑2034 Community Works Fund Agreement
• Proposed increase to on‑street public pay parking fees in Metrotown Town Centre
• Financial Report as at 2024 Period 05
• Update on major civic building projects (as of July 2024)
• Update on major engineering projects (as of June 2024)

Planning and Development Committee

The committee will consider a proposed engagement plan for the Burnaby 2050 Draft Land Use Framework. Staff will also seek approval for recommended liquor and cannabis policy directives. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on transportation demand management in transit-oriented areas.

• Burnaby 2050 Draft Land Use Framework Engagement Plan
• Liquor and Cannabis Policy Framework approval request
• Transportation Demand Management Guidelines for transit-oriented development areas
• YWCA Metro Vancouver delegation regarding affordable housing reserve

City Council Meeting

The meeting includes discussions on development procedures, anti-racism frameworks, and infrastructure projects. Council will also review contract awards for road rehabilitation, food supplies, and sidewalk expansions. Additionally, several rezoning applications for residential and hotel developments are up for final readings.

• Rezoning of 7388 Southwynde Avenue for a six-storey non-market rental building and childcare facility
• Rezoning of 6505 Sussex Avenue to convert office space into a 159-unit hotel
• Contract award for the Douglas Road Rehabilitation project
• Authorization to begin planning for the FIFA World Cup 2026
• New EV charging requirements for non-residential developments

Board of Variance

The Board of Variance will review an application for property variances at 4391 Mahon Avenue. The appeal seeks to permit a new single-family dwelling with a secondary suite, a detached garage, and an uncovered swimming pool. Requested changes include adjustments to front yard depth, building setbacks, and fence height.

• Appeal for zoning relaxations at 4391 Mahon Avenue
• Proposed single-family dwelling with secondary suite
• Request for uncovered swimming pool in front yard
• Increase of maximum fence height to 2.08 m

Public Safety Committee

The committee will hear a delegation regarding parking issues on Canada Way and Sperling Avenue. The agenda also includes updates on catalytic converter theft, RCMP operations, and fire department activities.

• Delegation: Parking issues on Canada Way and Sperling Avenue
• Report on catalytic converter theft in Burnaby and the Lower Mainland
• RCMP status and quarterly performance plan reports
• Burnaby Fire Department 2023 Annual Report
• Update on Intervention Support Department activities

Planning and Development Committee

The committee will review proposed amendments to the Burnaby Development Procedures Bylaw. Staff will also present on stormwater management requirements for R1 Small Scale Multi-Unit Housing zones. Additionally, the committee will receive findings from an employment lands needs assessment.

• Proposed Development Procedures Bylaw amendments
• Stormwater management requirements for R1 SSMUH zones
• Employment Lands Needs Assessment key findings

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting reviews council correspondence and public notices. Engineering staff noted plans to address uneven surfaces on the Avalon Trail through paving work to improve safety and width. The agenda also includes various Metro Vancouver reports and community correspondence.

• Planned paving work for Avalon Trail to address elevation differences
• Metro Vancouver reports on walkability, greenspace, and tree canopy
• Correspondence regarding wildlife safety on Marine Way
• City of Kamloops correspondence regarding municipal cost downloading

City Council Meeting

The meeting includes a final report from the Mayor's Task Force on Unsheltered Community Members. Council will also consider several rezoning applications for residential and self-storage facilities. Additionally, the agenda features updates on transit-oriented areas and new electric vehicle charging mandates.

• Rezoning #22-17 for a six-storey self-storage facility at 5033 Regent Street
• Rezoning #24-06 for commercial podium revisions at 4657 Kingsway
• Rezoning #23-07 for multi-family residential development at 5777 Willingdon Ave and 4475 Grange St
• Proposed EV charging requirements for new non-residential developments
• Contract award for SFU Emergency Route Roadworks (CA-3298)

Environment Committee

The committee will review a proposed program for 2024 World Rivers Day for approval. Members will also receive updates on the City Energy Strategy and the Construction and Demolition Waste Diversion Bylaw implementation. Two delegations are scheduled to present to the committee.

• Proposed 2024 World Rivers Day program
• City Energy Strategy Progress Report 2023
• Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Diversion Bylaw implementation update
• Youth Climate Corps BC delegation
• The Mountain Protectors delegation regarding TMX activities

Community Heritage Commission

The Commission will review a proposal to incorporate the Louis and Annie Hill Residence at 6570 Deer Lake Avenue into Deer Lake Park for visitor use. Staff will also provide updates on the Heritage Burnaby website and the Community Archives Strategy.

• Integration of 6570 Deer Lake Avenue into Deer Lake Park
• Overview of the Heritage Burnaby website
• Update on the Community Archives Strategy
• Report on Heritage Program Updates

Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee

The committee will review several information reports regarding city parks and community services. Discussions include park prioritization, land protection strategies, and the BC Parkway Framework Plan. Members will also provide feedback on outdoor aquatics and potential FIFA partnerships.

• Review of park prioritization and implementation approach
• Discussion on approaches to ensure protection of City park lands
• Feedback session for the BC Parkway Framework Plan Phase 2
• Update on the Burnaby Outdoor Aquatics Strategy
• Exploration of FIFA event and partnership opportunities

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of reviewing correspondence provided to Council for information. The items include communications regarding the Sue Big Oil campaign, District Energy Utilities, and a proposed BRT line.

• Sue Big Oil Campaign correspondence
• District Energy Utilities - Waste To Energy Facility feedback
• Proposed BRT line submission
• Burnaby Housing Authority communication
• Save Brentwood Park extension request (Bill 47)

City Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several bylaw amendments, including transit-oriented area designations and building energy standards. The meeting also includes the final adoption of rezoning for small-scale multi-unit housing in residential neighborhoods.

• Final adoption of small-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH) rezoning for R District properties
• Third reading for rezoning 7000 Lougheed Highway for two mid-rise residential buildings
• Proposed zoning amendments requiring EV charging in new non-residential developments
• Proposed building bylaw amendments for the Zero Carbon Step Code
• Contract extension for Cisco ACI and network hardware equipment

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee will review grant recommendations for the Summer Intake 2024 Festivals Burnaby Grant Program. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Burnaby Arts Council and correspondence regarding the Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival.

• Festivals Burnaby Grant Program summer intake recommendations
• Presentation by Burnaby Arts Council
• Correspondence regarding Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival

Access Advisory Committee

The Access Advisory Committee is meeting to hear an invited presentation on the Accessibility Strategy Engagement Summary from Urban Matters, and to receive updates on accessibility features in major civic building projects, the Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan, and the BC Parkway Enhancement Project. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and no administrative reports or correspondence.

• Invited presentation by Melissa Blair (Urban Matters) on Accessibility Strategy Engagement Summary
• Major Civic Building Projects Accessibility Update presented by Charles Allen, Director Civic Building Projects
• Verbal report on Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan by Deirdre Bostock, Planner 2
• Verbal report on BC Parkway Enhancement Project by Alex Kolsteren, Planner 2
• Adoption of minutes from January 31, 2024 open meeting

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will hear a delegation about electric items on streets and sidewalks, and review an update on the Vancouver-SFU Cycling Connection Project, seeking endorsement to proceed with detailed design. Correspondence includes recommendations for the Parkway Alive Project and suggestions on car traffic volume on a bike route. Minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting will be adopted.

• Delegation: Kathy Scardillo on electric items on streets and sidewalks
• Vancouver-SFU Cycling Connection Project update and proposed improvements
• Endorsement sought to proceed with detailed design of cycling connection
• Correspondence from ACE-Burnaby on Parkway Alive Project
• Correspondence from Claude Tani on car traffic volume on bike route

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with one administrative report: options for waivers and reductions under the Development Funding Program, covering Development Cost Charges and Amenity Cost Charges. Council will receive information and discuss these options; no decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Administrative report: DFP - DCC and ACC Waivers and Reductions Options 2024-05-27

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is meeting to consider a bylaw designating Transit-Oriented Areas as required by provincial law, and to approve several contract awards and increases for roadworks, fire engines, sidewalk repaving, and noise fence replacement. They will also review committee recommendations on grants, fee amendments, childcare policy, and park programs, and give first/second reading to several zoning bylaws, including small-scale multi-unit housing changes.

• Transit-Oriented Area Designations bylaw
• Contract awards: Non-Market Housing Roadworks at 4 sites, 4 side mount engine units, Royal Oak and Sunland Road Upgrades, Alpha Sidewalk Repaving
• Contract increases: Boundary Road Noise Fence Replacement, Alpha Secondary School Access Upgrades
• Zoning bylaws for non-market housing at 3873 Godwin Ave, 5825 Sunset St, and 3676 Kensington Ave
• Small-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH) text amendment and rezoning of R District properties

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This is a routine council correspondence and public notice submissions meeting. Staff provide notes on public letters, refer some to advisory bodies, and list others for information. No decisions are made; items are for review and response.

• Tree removal at Olive/Barker intersection tied to Concord Pacific rezoning at 5889 Barker Avenue (REZ #17-40)
• Fireworks bylaw update including Halloween permit requirements to come to Council later this year
• Public safety request at Canada Way and Imperial
• Request to cancel WTE-DEU facility proposal
• Rezoning REZ #24-12 for R-district parcels

Social Planning Committee

The Social Planning Committee is meeting to consider the proposed Burnaby Anti-Racism Framework and seek approval to develop an implementation plan. Members will also review the committee's 2024-2025 work plan, discuss initiating a Community and Social Infrastructure Needs Assessment, and hear a delegation on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

• Proposed Burnaby Anti-Racism Framework seeking approval for implementation plan
• Social Planning Committee Work Plan for 2024-2025
• OCP Research - Community and Social Infrastructure Needs Assessment project initiation
• Delegation: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by Ken Kuhn, BC Association of Community Response Networks
• Correspondence from BC Metis Federation, Eric Damer on Plant-Based Cities Movement, and GM Planning on Edmonds Town Centre, Royal Oak Urban Village, Cascade Heights Urban Village community plans

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will consider mid-year 2024 amendments to the Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw, with changes effective July 1 and September 1, 2024. It will also seek approval to negotiate a shared services agreement for the E-Comm Burnaby Information Channel. Several information reports will be presented, including updates on federal and provincial funding programs and major civic building projects.

• Mid-year fee amendments to Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw, effective July 1 and September 1, 2024
• Approval to negotiate shared services agreement for E-Comm Burnaby Information Channel
• 2023 Canada Community-Building Fund update
• Firehall Station #8 grant update from Western Economic Diversification Canada
• Local Government Climate Action Program funding update

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to discuss two administrative reports: proposed policy directions to support new child care spaces, and interim amendments to the Subdivision Control Bylaw regarding development servicing for building permits. No delegations, information reports, or correspondence are listed. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including adoption of the agenda and minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting.

• Proposed policy directions to support child care, including a Child Care Needs Assessment Tool
• Interim amendments to the Subdivision Control Bylaw to address works and services in building permit applications
• Adoption of minutes from the April 8, 2024 Planning and Development Committee meeting

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This is a Council correspondence and public notice submissions meeting where staff present letters from residents and organizations for Council's information or referral. Items include a note on the GRO project, a bylaw amendment request, and correspondence about the Cameron Recreation Complex demolition and closure, Deer Lake Bridge design, Surrey police transition, and provincial bills. No public notice submissions were received.

• Katy Alkins-Jang - GRO Process: staff note that concerns were referred to a Registered Professional Biologist and results are on Burnaby.ca
• Keith Pinchin - Request for Bylaw Amendment: cites Burnaby Street and Traffic Bylaw No. 4299, section 13(3)(i)(i) on parking vehicles for sale
• Deepak Raghavan - Demolition of Cameron Recreation Complex: referred to Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee
• Wendy Thompson - Closure of Cameron Recreation Centre: provided for information
• Multiple letters on Brentwood Park and Bills 44 and 47, and Surrey police transition

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is meeting to consider a range of administrative reports, committee recommendations, and bylaw readings. Key items include final adoption of the Grosvenor Brentwood development, a contract award for Barnet Road rehabilitation, and a contract increase for green waste processing. Council will also discuss a proposed 50-unit affordable housing project with a church and a response to the Sue Big Oil campaign.

• Final adoption of rezoning for Grosvenor Brentwood site (4612, 4664 Lougheed Highway, 2040, 2140, 2150 Alpha Avenue) for high-rise residential and commercial development
• Contract award for Barnet Road Rehabilitation Project (Bayview Drive to Cariboo Road)
• Contract increase with GFL Environmental Inc. for green waste compostable materials processing
• Direction to staff to explore sites for a 50-unit affordable housing project with Grace Ethiopian Evangelical Church
• Endorsement of UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant applications

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council is meeting to consider several grant approvals: a playground development grant for Taylor Park Elementary School, spring 2024 Festivals Burnaby grants, and a reconsideration of community grant application #24.01.I from The Society to End Homelessness in Burnaby. The committee will also receive correspondence about a regional heritage fair and Labour Day carousel ride co-sponsorship. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from April 3, 2024, and will move to a closed session for matters involving personal information about a potential municipal award or gift.

• Taylor Park Elementary playground development grant approval and future program updates
• Festivals Burnaby Grants spring 2024 intake recommendations
• Community grant 24.13.I reconsideration for The Society to End Homelessness in Burnaby
• Correspondence: Regional Heritage Fair at Burnaby Village Museum
• Correspondence: CUPE Local 23 Labour Day carousel rides co-sponsorship

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is meeting to decide on several contract awards, including the Burnaby Lake Recreation Complex Phase II design-build contract, and to set 2024 property and BIA tax rates. Council will also consider multiple rezoning applications for non-market rental housing, a holiday lighting cost-saving option, and several bylaws. The agenda includes presentations on complex care housing and local hero awards, plus a petition regarding Brentwood Park and Bill 47.

• Contract award to Ventana Construction for Burnaby Lake Recreation Complex Phase II
• 2024 property and BIA tax rates approval
• Rezoning for non-market rental at 3873 Godwin Ave and 5867 Sunset St
• Rezoning for non-market rental at 5825 Sunset St
• Petition to exempt Brentwood Park from Bill 47 transit-oriented development

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting will consider two administrative reports on the proposed Burnaby Housing Authority (BHA). Council will vote on formally incorporating the BHA as a municipal corporation and review key financial considerations, including impacts of recent provincial housing legislation, construction costs, funding sources, and borrowing procedures. The meeting then moves into a closed session to discuss personal information about a candidate for a municipal position.

• Approval to incorporate Burnaby Housing Authority as a municipal corporation
• Financial considerations for BHA including funding sources and municipal borrowing procedures
• Review of implications of recent provincial housing legislation on BHA
• Budgeted construction costs for sample non-market housing in Burnaby
• Closed meeting for personal information about a position candidate

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This is a routine correspondence and public notice submission meeting where Council reviews letters received. Staff notes address a Brentwood Park transit-oriented development area letter, and support for resuming grassroots bike racing at Glenlyon. No items were referred to advisory bodies or received as public notice submissions.

• Ed Pereira letter on Brentwood Park TODA from Bill 47; staff to contact correspondents on Brentwood Town Centre heights/densities
• Escape Velocity Cycling Club letter of intent to resume bike racing at Glenlyon; road closures Tuesdays 5-9 pm, May 7-July 30, 2024
• Minister of Housing letter on legislative changes
• Metro Vancouver inclusionary housing policy review final report
• District of North Vancouver resolution support on black bear cub conflict response

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider endorsing a grant application for the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund related to public notification and evacuation route planning. The committee will also receive status reports from the RCMP, Fire Department, and Community Safety Advisory Committees, plus verbal updates on the Guns and Gangs Initiative and the RCMP Bike Unit.

• Endorsement of UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF) application LGPS10788 for Public Notification & Evacuation Route Planning
• RCMP status report covering December 2023 to February 2024
• Fire Department status report covering January to March 2024
• Community Safety Advisory Committee status reports from Districts 1 and 3
• Verbal updates on Guns and Gangs Initiative and RCMP Bike Unit

Environment Committee

The Environment Committee is meeting to review and seek approval of the 2024 Environment Week program, receive the 2023 Solid Waste and Recycling annual report, and hear a verbal update on climate action work. The agenda also includes adoption of prior minutes and correspondence about loud vehicle prevention. No delegations are scheduled.

• 2024 Environment Week program seeking Council approval
• Solid Waste and Recycling 2023 Annual Report
• Verbal climate action update by Erica Lay, Manager Climate Action and Energy
• Correspondence from Matt Ward re: Loud Vehicle Prevention
• Adoption of February 21, 2024 minutes

Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee is meeting to hear staff presentations and seek feedback on several projects, including the Central Park Master Plan Phase 1, Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area Trail Management Plan, the new Park Pulse program, and the Urban Forest Management Strategy. The committee will also hear a delegation about women's field hockey, review correspondence on topics like the Confederation Park weight room and bowling centre, and discuss a notice of motion on a seniors weightroom.

• Central Park Master Plan Phase 1 presentation seeking feedback
• Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area Trail Management Plan presentation
• Park Pulse program for community amenity improvements using CMHC Housing accelerator funds
• Urban Forest Management Strategy update presentation
• Notice of motion on seniors weightroom at Confederation Park Community Centre

City Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several land-use updates, including small-scale multi-unit housing zoning changes and community plan directions. The agenda also includes discussions on a district energy utility project, park alcohol consumption policies, and various rezoning applications.

• Proposed zoning amendments for small-scale multi-unit housing in R District properties
• Contract award for ISL Engineering & Lands Services Ltd. and FVB Energy Inc. for District Energy Phase 1
• 2024 Local Service Tax Bylaw to impose parcel taxes for local improvement works
• Mural funding proposal for 7244 Arcola St.
• Heritage designation of the 'Eagle Ford' neon sign

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This is a Council correspondence and public notice submissions meeting where staff present letters from residents and agencies for information or response. No decisions are made; items include a note on the Byrne Road property, public submissions on the Amazing Brentwood master plan changes, and various Metro Vancouver and provincial updates.

• Staff note on 5210 and 5280 Byrne Road: no rezoning application received, no clearcutting or composting known
• Public submissions on Shape's re-application for changes to The Amazing Brentwood master plan
• Metro Vancouver development cost charge amendment bylaws (Water District No. 260, Sewerage District No. 371, Regional District No. 1369)
• Public notice submission for rezoning REZ #23-13 at 6505 Sussex Avenue
• TransLink 2024 Investment Plan public consultation notice

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee is meeting to consider approving the 2024 property and liability insurance program contract renewals. The agenda also includes information reports on the Gaming Reserve and Gaming Interest Reserve as of December 31, 2023, an update on major capital IT projects, and a status update on major civic building projects. No delegations or correspondence are scheduled.

• Approval of 2024 insurance program contract renewals for property and liability coverage
• Information report on Gaming Reserve and Gaming Interest Reserve as of December 31, 2023
• Status update on major capital IT projects
• Status update on major civic building projects

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is considering amendments to the Burnaby Zoning Bylaw to implement provincial requirements for small-scale multi-unit housing in single- and two-family neighbourhoods, including rezoning all current R District properties to a new R1 SSMUH District. The committee will also discuss public consultation for several community plan updates and an OCP amendment for 6005 Pandora Street, plus hear delegations on affordable housing and BC Housing's BC Builds program.

• Proposed zoning bylaw amendments for small-scale multi-unit housing, rezoning all R District properties to R1 SSMUH District
• OCP amendment for 6005 Pandora Street (Stratford Gardens) to enable Suburban Multi-Family Community designation
• Phase 2 public consultation for Edmonds Town Centre, Royal Oak Urban Village, and Cascade Heights Urban Village community plans
• Permissive tax exemption request from Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society for non-market rental housing
• Burnaby 2050 Phase 3 engagement plan overview

Mayor's Task Force on Unsheltered Community Members

The Mayor's Task Force on Unsheltered Community Members is meeting to review and discuss final draft recommendations across four priority areas: creating shelter, developing housing types, coordinating outreach, and providing support services. The meeting includes a presentation on the draft recommendations and adoption of prior minutes. This is a working session focused on finalizing the task force's recommendations.

• Review of draft Task Force Recommendations
• Final Draft Recommendations 1-2 on Creating Shelter
• Final Draft Recommendations 3-10 on housing types
• Final Draft Recommendations 11-12 on interagency outreach coordination
• Final Draft Recommendation 13 on support services

Simon Fraser Liaison Committee

The Simon Fraser Liaison Committee is meeting to receive presentations and updates from SFU and City of Burnaby staff. Topics include a Civic Innovation Lab presentation, remarks from the mayor and SFU president, and updates on SFU buildings, the Hydrogen Hub, Firehall 8, UniverCity, and SFU's People Plan and Equity initiatives. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Civic Innovation Lab presentation by Rebekah Mahaffey and others
• SFU Building Update by Jennifer Sanguinetti
• Hydrogen Hub update by Laura Sloboda
• Firehall 8 update by Fire Chief Chris Bowcock
• UniverCity update by Barry MacDonald

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council is meeting to consider two administrative reports: proposed revisions to the Sport Hosting Grant Program and recommended recipients for the Spring 2024 Community Grant intake. No delegations, information reports, or correspondence are scheduled. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss personal information about an individual considered for a municipal award or honour.

• Sport Hosting Grant Program revisions seeking approval
• Spring 2024 Community Grant applications with recommended recipients
• Closed session under Community Charter Section 90(1)(b) for municipal award or honour consideration

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and the draft minutes from its April 4, 2023 open meeting. No delegations, administrative reports, information reports, or correspondence are listed. The committee will then move into a closed session, excluding the public under Sections 90 and 92 of the Community Charter, to discuss municipal objectives, measures, and progress reports for preparing the annual municipal report.

• Adoption of draft minutes from April 4, 2023 Audit Committee open meeting
• Closed session under Community Charter Sections 90 and 92 for annual report discussions

Transportation Committee

The committee will receive an update on the Active School Travel Planning Strategy. The agenda also includes several pieces of correspondence regarding pedestrian accessibility, cycling, and commuting.

• Active School Travel Planning Strategy Update
• Correspondence regarding Cariboo Road pedestrian accessibility
• Correspondence regarding No Right Turns on Red
• Correspondence regarding Sea to River Bikeway Trail improvements
• Correspondence regarding Vancouver to SFU Cycling Connection

Public Hearing

Burnaby City Council is holding a public hearing regarding the Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 1, 2024. The proposal seeks to add the Eagle Ford Neon Sign to the Burnaby Community Heritage Register and allow zoning variances for its installation on a City-owned sidewalk near Hastings Street.

• Heritage Designation of Eagle Ford Neon Sign at 4160 Albert Street (alias 4191 Hastings Street)

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, most notably approving new Development Cost Charges (DCC) and Amenity Cost Charges (ACC) bylaws, which impose fees on developers to fund infrastructure and amenities. Council will also decide on several rezonings, a temporary use permit for a grocery store, a parking reservation program at Barnet Marine Park, and a redevelopment of the Burnaby Mountain Bike Skills Course. The agenda includes delegations, committee reports, and the final adoption of a bylaw for two high-rise buildings on Willingdon Avenue.

• New Development Cost Charges Bylaw and Amenity Cost Charges Bylaw, plus related reserve fund bylaws
• Rezoning #23-22 at 4567 Canada Way for two new BCAA skysigns
• Temporary Use Permit #23-04 at 5609 Imperial Street for a 596 m² retail grocery store for up to 3 years
• Two-year free parking reservation program at Barnet Marine Park
• Redevelopment of the Burnaby Mountain Bike Skills Course

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This is a procedural meeting to review correspondence and public notice submissions. No submissions were received in Section One, and three items were referred to advisory committees. The bulk of the agenda is correspondence for information, covering topics like development cost charges, short-term rentals, and a rezoning application. One public notice submission was received for rezoning at 6505 Sussex Avenue.

• Rezoning #23-13 at 6505 Sussex Avenue received one public submission
• Correspondence from developers Anthem, Polygon, and Canderel on increased Development Cost Charges
• Items referred to Transportation, Parks, and Environment committees
• Correspondence on short-term rental regulation from the Attorney General
• Correspondence on the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel labour dispute

Social Planning Committee

The Social Planning Committee will review a report on the Child Care Resources Group's 2023 activities and proposed 2024 workplan. Members will also hear verbal updates on starting a community and social infrastructure needs assessment and a poverty reduction strategy process.

• Child Care Resources Group update and 2024 workplan
• Initiation of Community and Social Infrastructure Needs Assessment
• Initiation of Community-based Poverty Reduction Strategy process
• Adoption of January 24, 2024 meeting minutes

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel is meeting to confirm and authenticate the 2024 Sewer Parcel Tax Roll and the 2024 Local Area Service Tax Roll. This is a routine procedural step required before the tax rolls take effect.

• Confirmation and authentication of the 2024 Parcel Tax Rolls
• 2024 Schedule of the Local Service Tax Bylaw (attachment)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to consider approving recommended liquor and cannabis policy directives, and to receive updates on the Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan project, including a draft vision statement and the initiation of a community and social infrastructure needs assessment. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and previous minutes, and a closed session for land and municipal service negotiations.

• Liquor and Cannabis Policy – seeking approval on recommended policy directives
• Burnaby 2050 Project Update Q1 – progress and draft Vision, Values, Guiding Principles
• OCP Research – Community and Social Infrastructure Needs Assessment project initiation
• Closed session under Community Charter 90(1)(e) and 90(1)(k) for land and service negotiations

Special Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving final Development Cost Charges (DCC) and Amenity Cost Charges (ACC) rates, which will form the basis of new bylaws. The agenda includes a presentation from Metro Vancouver about projects in Burnaby. The main decision is on the new rates, with supporting documents detailing program projects and final rates.

• Approval of final Development Cost Charges (DCC) rates for a new DCC Bylaw
• Approval of final Amenity Cost Charges (ACC) rates for a new ACC Bylaw
• Invited presentation from Metro Vancouver on projects in Burnaby
• Attachments include DCC and ACC program project lists and final rate schedules

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a $3,054,700 grant for non-market housing, a new pedestrian bridge at Deer Lake, and a full-time nasal naloxone program. They will also consider bylaw amendments for water metering and parking, plus various committee reports and delegations.

• Grant of $3,054,700 from CBBAHR to S.U.C.C.E.S.S. for non-market housing at 3838 Hastings Street
• Approval for Deer Lake Trail Loop pedestrian bridge and connected pathways concept design
• Final design approval for Mintara Event Center outdoor seating expansion
• First, second, and third reading of Waterworks Regulation Amendment Bylaw (water metering for small-scale multi-unit housing)
• Final adoption of housing agreements for 6620 and 7415 Sussex Avenue

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This is a Council correspondence and public notice submissions meeting where staff notes and referrals are presented. Items include rezoning inquiries, noise complaints, and safety concerns, with no formal decisions made. No public notice submissions were received.

• Sullivan Heights rezoning inquiry re: Transit Oriented Areas (up to 5.0 FAR, 20 stories near SkyTrain)
• Train and airplane noise complaint in North Burnaby
• Unsafe washroom experience at Metrotown library
• Save Brentwood Park concerns re: TAB development and TOD regulations
• Referrals to Transportation and Parks committees

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council is meeting to consider three administrative reports: a proposed Sport Hosting Grant Program, a new contribution agreement with the Burnaby Neighbourhood House Society, and updates to advisory bodies' terms of reference. No delegations, information reports, or correspondence are listed. The meeting also includes a closed session for items such as personal information, labour relations, and legal advice.

• Proposed Sport Hosting Grant Program
• New contribution agreement with Burnaby Neighbourhood House Society
• Updates to advisory bodies' terms of reference
• Closed session under Community Charter sections 90(1)(b), (c), (d), (i), (k)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to hear presentations and consider several public safety items. They will discuss a proposed policy on community-initiated memorials, an update on the nasal naloxone pilot program with a request to make it permanent, and direction to replace the Fire Services Bylaw. The committee will also receive status reports from the RCMP, Fire Department, and Community Safety Advisory Committee.

• Approval sought to implement nasal naloxone spray at city recreation centres and libraries on a full-time basis
• Proposed policy on community-initiated memorials to establish a trauma-informed response framework
• Direction sought to initiate replacement of the Burnaby Fire Services Bylaw 2004
• Presentation on 2025 Community Safety Plan update and Gun & Gang Strategy
• RCMP status report for October-November 2023 and Annual Performance Plan for July-September 2023

Public Hearing

Burnaby City Council is holding a public hearing to receive input on proposed amendments to the parking and loading sections of the Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965. The changes respond to the Transit-Oriented Development Parking and Transportation Demand Management Policy and recent changes to the Local Government Act. The hearing will be held in person and via Zoom on February 27, 2024.

• Proposed amendments to parking and loading sections of Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965
• Bylaw No. 14636, Amendment Bylaw No. 1, 2024
• Response to Transit-Oriented Development Parking and Transportation Demand Management Policy
• Public hearing at Burnaby City Hall, 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC
• Written submissions due by 2:45 p.m. on February 27, 2024

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting (meeting 2 of 3) to receive preliminary information on proposed Development Cost Charges (DCC) and Amenity Cost Charges (ACC). Council will consider approving draft rates and a communications plan. No final decisions are expected at this stage.

• Proposed Development Cost Charges (DCC) rates
• Proposed Amenity Cost Charges (ACC) rates
• Draft DCC and ACC communications plan
• Staff presentation by Ed Kozak, General Manager Planning and Development, with Urban Systems consultants

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This is a Council correspondence and public notice submissions meeting where staff provide notes on resident concerns, refer some items to advisory bodies, and share information items. Key topics include a homeless camp on Grandview Highway, the new RCMP headquarters, and potential rezoning near the Lougheed Town Centre. No public notice submissions were received.

• Homeless camp on Grandview Highway: staff working with MOTI, RCMP, and Fire Department to address concerns
• New RCMP headquarters: capital requirement discussed with resident
• Development near Lougheed Town Centre: no rezoning applications received; TOA regulations may compel acceptance from July 2024
• Sue Big Oil campaign delegation to appear before Environment Committee in 2024
• No public notice submissions received

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is meeting to decide on several administrative items, including contract increases for the James Cowan Theatre redevelopment and the Christine Sinclair Community Centre renovation, a rezoning for a hotel at 6505 Sussex Avenue, and renewal of the Hastings Street Business Improvement Area. Council will also consider heritage designation for the Eagle Ford neon sign, a petition for AEDs at sports fields, and various reports on housing, investments, and project updates.

• Contract increase with Ledcor Design-Build for James Cowan Theatre Phase II
• Contract increase with Ventana Construction for Christine Sinclair Community Centre multi-purpose space
• Rezoning application for hotel use at 6505 Sussex Avenue
• Hastings Street Business Improvement Area renewal for 2024-2033
• Heritage designation of Eagle Ford neon sign

Mayor's Task Force on Unsheltered Community Members

The Mayor's Task Force on Unsheltered Community Members is meeting to review a draft of its recommendations, organized into four priority focus areas: creating shelter, developing a range of housing types, coordinating interagency outreach, and providing support services. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the December 12, 2023 meeting, followed by a presentation and round table discussions on the recommendations.

• Review of draft Task Force Recommendations
• Discussion of Recommendations 1-2 on Creating Shelter
• Discussion of Recommendations 3-10 on Developing a range of housing types
• Discussion of Recommendations 11-12 on Coordinating interagency outreach
• Discussion of Recommendation 13 on Providing support services

Environment Committee

The Environment Committee is meeting to discuss and seek approval for the 2024 Environment Week program, receive updates on a World Rivers Day sign and conservation of city-owned lands in Cariboo Heights, and hear a delegation on the Sue Big Oil campaign. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes and receiving information reports on environmental awards and the Employee Transit Incentive Program.

• 2024 Preliminary Environment Week Program seeking approval
• World Rivers Day commemorative sign feasibility update for Fraser Foreshore Park
• Delegation from Burnaby For Our Kids, Force of Nature Alliance, and West Coast Environmental Law on Sue Big Oil campaign
• Conservation of city-owned lands in Cariboo Heights Community Plan Area (Study Areas B and C)
• Information on 2024 Environmental Awards process

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee is meeting to receive information reports on the city's 2023 investment program and 2024 forecast, the approved Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT) renewal with a 3% rate for affordable housing, and status updates on major engineering and civic building projects. The agenda also includes a memorandum on tree impacts from the James Cowan Theatre redevelopment. No administrative reports or delegations are scheduled.

• City Investments - 2023 Year End Report and 2024 forecast
• MRDT Renewal approved with 3% rate for affordable housing contributions
• Major Engineering Projects Status Update
• Major Civic Building Projects Status Update
• James Cowan Theatre Redevelopment Tree Impacts memorandum

Community Heritage Commission

The Community Heritage Commission is meeting to receive a governance orientation, hear a staff presentation on the City Archives and Burnaby Village Museum, and discuss correspondence about the preservation of the Telus Boot. No administrative reports are on the agenda, and no decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Invited presentation on committee orientation and governance updates, including terms of reference and policies
• Verbal report on the functions of the City of Burnaby Archives and Burnaby Village Museum
• Correspondence from Sean Sallis-Lyon regarding Telus Boot preservation

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to consider a delegation from Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society regarding a Rental Protection Fund acquisition, and to seek approval of a Development Permit Transition process. Members will also receive updates on the HOME Strategy's 2023 progress and a rental housing summary as of December 31, 2023. Correspondence on short-term rentals from nine residents is on the agenda, and the committee will move into a closed session for land and negotiation matters.

• Delegation: Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society on Rental Protection Fund acquisition
• Development Permit Transition process seeking Council approval
• 2023 Annual Progress Report on HOME: Burnaby's Housing and Homelessness Strategy
• Rental Housing Summary as of December 31, 2023
• Nine pieces of correspondence on short-term rentals

Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee is meeting to hear staff reports and seek feedback on several recreation topics, including a review of the Responsible Consumption of Alcohol in Parks pilot program, a redevelopment plan for the Burnaby Mountain Bike Skills Course, and a proposed shuttle bus service for seniors during facility construction. The committee will also receive an invited presentation on committee orientation and governance updates, and hear a delegation about a seniors' weight room at Confederation Park. No administrative reports or minutes are on the agenda.

• Review of Responsible Consumption of Alcohol in Parks Pilot Program
• Redevelopment plan for Burnaby Mountain Bike Skills Course
• Proposed shuttle bus service for Confederation and Cameron seniors to Christine Sinclair Community Centre
• Delegation from Peter Cech re: Confederation Seniors Centre weightroom
• Invited presentation on Committee Orientation and Governance Updates

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This is a Council correspondence and public notice submissions meeting where staff notes and referrals are presented. The most substantive item is the public notice submissions for rezoning application REZ#20-09 at 3777 and 3791 Kingsway, which include multiple letters from residents and organizations. Other items include requests to join the Sue Big Oil campaign, a BIA renewal for the Heights Merchants Association, and various correspondence referred to committees or provided for information.

• Rezoning #20-09 at 3777 and 3791 Kingsway: 11 public submissions received
• Heights Merchants Association BIA renewal for fifth term 2024-2034
• Sue Big Oil campaign delegation to Environment Committee in 2024
• Hats Off Day 2024 event support request from Heights Merchants Association
• Water leak complaint at 4900 Barker Crescent investigated, found to be drainage issue

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council is meeting to consider several administrative reports, including a water metering strategy for new developments, contract awards for an electric refuse truck, pavement restoration, and storm network expansion, and a report on cost recovery for the Parkland Refinery incident. The council will also hold readings for several zoning and building bylaw amendments, including parking changes and the Zero Carbon Step Code, and consider a notice of motion on a community investment model for sustainable energy.

• Water metering strategy for small-scale multi-unit housing and bylaw amendments for new developments
• Contract award for one Electric Automated Side Load Refuse Truck (RFP 148-05-23)
• Contract award for South Burnaby Pavement Restoration and Sidewalk Upgrades (Tender CA-3227)
• Contract award for 2024 Storm Network Expansion (Tender 301-11-23)
• Final adoption of the 2024-2028 Consolidated Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw

Board of Variance

The Burnaby Board of Variance is meeting to elect a chair, adopt prior minutes, and hear one appeal application. The sole appeal seeks variances from the Burnaby Zoning Bylaw to allow a taller laneway home and a higher retaining wall at 5359 Empire Drive.

• BOV #6523: appeal for variance to allow laneway home height of 8.42 m where 6.70 m is allowed
• BOV #6523: appeal for variance to allow retaining wall height of 3.97 m where 1.20 m is allowed
• Property: 5359 Empire Drive, Burnaby, BC
• Appellant and registered owner: Manisha-Pramit Sodhi
• Proposed development: single-family dwelling with secondary suite, laneway house with attached garage, and parking pad

Access Advisory Committee

The Access Advisory Committee meets to receive an orientation and governance update, hear a TransLink presentation on equity considerations for the Burnaby Mountain Gondola, and get verbal and written updates on the City's Accessibility Plan and accessible seniors' outings. No administrative reports are listed, and no decisions are on the agenda.

• Invited presentation: Burnaby Mountain Gondola equity considerations by TransLink's Holly Foxcroft and Saki Aono
• Committee orientation and governance updates, including terms of reference and policies
• Verbal report on City's Accessibility Plan progress
• Memorandum on Parks and Recreation Accessible Seniors' Outings update
• Adoption of November 29, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is meeting to consider the 2024-2028 Financial Plan and related bylaw, along with several contract awards and increases. Council will also decide on two grants totaling $5.8 million for non-market housing developments, and discuss updates on the new RCMP detachment and City Hall relocation.

• 2024-2028 Financial Plan and Bylaw 14633 for first, second, and third reading
• $2.2 million grant for non-market housing at 7388 Southwynde Avenue
• $3.6 million grant for non-market housing at 7730 Sixth Street
• Contract increase for new RCMP detachment design and construction at 4038-4244 Norland Avenue
• Zoning bylaw amendments for parking and loading, and Brentwood Master Plan update

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of receiving and reviewing various pieces of correspondence and public notice submissions. Items include staff responses to resident inquiries, referrals to advisory committees, and public feedback on rezoning and short-term rentals.

• Staff response regarding the January 11 snow removal and anti-icing plan
• Referral of short-term rental correspondence to the Planning and Development Committee
• Public notice submissions for Rezoning #20-09 at 3777 and 3791 Kingsway
• Correspondence regarding Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Expo Line SkyTrain service changes
• Information regarding policing costs and the Surrey Police transition

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting agenda for Burnaby, BC on January 25, 2024. The agenda text contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.

Transportation Committee

The Burnaby Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss traffic safety improvements, including a proposed letter to the provincial government, and to receive updates on cycling network projects and the bus shelter expansion program. The agenda also includes delegations on neighbourhood safety and a four-way stop concern, plus an orientation presentation.

• Request to write letter to Provincial Government for traffic safety improvements at high-casualty intersections and explore no right turn on red at high pedestrian crash intersections
• Delegation on neighbourhood safety concerns by Sukhjinder Parmar
• Delegation on 4-way stop concerns at Imperial Street and Sperling Avenue by Kathy Scardillo
• Edmonds Town Centre Cycling Network Project update
• Bus Shelter Expansion Program update with Phase 1 (2023) and preliminary Phase 2 (2024) locations

Social Planning Committee

The Social Planning Committee is meeting to receive invited presentations on committee orientation and governance updates, and on the Burnaby Food Systems Strategy. The agenda also includes correspondence from residents about a municipal bylaw regarding rodeos, and a notice of motion from Councillor Santiago to establish Social Change Awards. No administrative or information reports are listed.

• Invited presentation: Burnaby Food Systems Strategy by Planner Helen Garbiec-Ho
• Invited presentation: Committee Orientation and Governance Updates by Director Nikki Best
• Correspondence from Burnaby residents re: municipal bylaw regarding rodeos
• Notice of motion by Councillor Santiago to establish Social Change Awards

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council is meeting to consider two funding items: an operating grant for the Burnaby Arts Council and grant applications for Festivals Burnaby received in October 2023. The meeting will also include a delegation from the Burnaby Arts Council and adoption of previous minutes. No other substantive business is listed.

• Burnaby Arts Council operating grant request for 2024, with provisional budget attached
• Festivals Burnaby grant applications from October 2023 to be approved
• Delegation from Burnaby Arts Council on 2023 highlights and 2024 grant request
• Adoption of minutes from December 6, 2023 meeting

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council is meeting to decide on several land-use items, including a request to extend winter shelter hours at 7320 Buller Avenue to 24/7, and to approve temporary use and development variance permits. Council will also give final adoption to four highway closure bylaws and consider a petition from the Heights Merchants Association supporting a Bus Rapid Transit route on Boundary Road.

• Request to extend winter shelter at 7320 Buller Avenue to 24 hours, 7 days a week
• Temporary Use Permit 23-03 for assembly use at 4045 Kingsway
• Development Variance Permits at 3871 Pandora Street and 381 Glynde Avenue N
• Final adoption of four highway closure bylaws (MacPherson Avenue, Lougheed Highway, Beresford Street, Bevan Street)
• Petition from Heights Merchants Association supporting TransLink Purple Line BRT on Boundary Road

Council Correspondence

This is a Council Correspondence Package for January 15, 2024, where Council reviews and directs responses to public correspondence. Items include staff notes on boulevard treatments and climate action, referrals to advisory committees, and information items on housing legislation, transit proposals, and tax exemptions. No decisions are made at this meeting; it is a procedural review of correspondence.

• Staff note: artificial turf not permitted under new Boulevard Maintenance and Treatment Policy
• Referral: request for men's only swim session to Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee
• Referral: concerns about removing indoor tennis courts from Cameron Recreation Complex
• Information: proposed gondola from Production Station to SFU
• Information: support for Zero Carbon Step Code implementation from multiple organizations

Board of Variance

The Burnaby Board of Variance will hear three appeals on January 11, 2024, each seeking relaxation of zoning bylaws to allow building heights exceeding the maximum. The board will also elect a chair, adopt minutes from the November 30, 2023 hearing, and handle other business.

• BOV #6519: Casa Mia Projects Ltd. seeks to allow a two-family dwelling at 3713 Cardiff Street with a height of 10.6 m where 9.0 m is allowed
• BOV #6520: Perry Saran seeks variances at 7572 Burris Street for building height, retaining wall distance, and front yard fence height
• BOV #6521: David Lin seeks to allow a single-family dwelling at 132 Holdom Avenue N with a height of 9.90 m where 9.0 m is allowed

International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee

The International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee is meeting to review correspondence, including an expression of interest for sister city relations from Cagayan de Oro, an invitation to Mesa, Arizona, and a complaint about a misreference of Taiwan in friendship city documents. No administrative or information reports are on the agenda, and no delegations are scheduled.

• Expression of interest for sister city relations from Mayor of Cagayan de Oro
• Invitation to City of Mesa, Arizona from its Mayor
• Two letters regarding misreference of Taiwan in friendship city documents from Taipei Economic & Cultural Office
• Adoption of minutes from June 6, 2023 meeting

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will consider proposed zoning bylaw amendments for parking and loading, an update to the Brentwood Site Conceptual Master Plan, and a Housing Choices program update. No delegations or correspondence are listed.

• Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments – Parking and Loading January 2024
• REZ #23-15 – Brentwood Site Conceptual Master Plan Update
• Housing Choices Program Update