Port Moody public meetings in 2024
214 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Finance Committee
The committee will discuss provisional approval of the 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan and the 2025 Capital Budget, both presented by the Financial Services Division. It will also adopt the agenda, adopt minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting, and refer its resolutions to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Provisional approval of 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan
- Provisional approval of 2025 Capital Budget
- Adoption of agenda
- Adoption of November 19, 2024 Finance Committee minutes
- Referral of Finance Committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
Special Finance Committee (to Close)
The Special Finance Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, and vote to close the meeting to the public under section 90 of the Community Charter. Unfinished business includes labour‑relations matters and a proposed municipal service, both discussed in closed session. No other substantive items are listed.
- Resolution to exclude the public (section 90(1)(c) and 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter)
- Unfinished Business – labour relations and proposed provision of a municipal service (closed)
- Adoption of agenda
- Adoption of minutes
- New Business – no items listed
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. It will then consider a series of special council items, including adoption of several bylaws related to development plans, rezoning, housing agreements, and road closures. The committee will also provisionally approve the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan and the 2025 Capital Budget.
- Adopt agenda for the December 17, 2024 meeting
- Adopt minutes of the Council Standing Committee meeting of November 19, 2024
- Council Procedure Bylaw Amendment – Adoption of Bylaw No. 3496
- Approval of DP and Adoption of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3469, Rezoning Bylaw No. 3463, Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 3480
- Provisional approval of the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Financial Plan
Special Council
The Port Moody Special Council will consider several bylaw amendments, including a council procedure amendment (Bylaw No. 3496). It will also decide on the adoption of an OCP amendment, a rezoning amendment, and a housing agreement for the properties at 3180‑3190 St. Johns Street and 81‑89 Moray Street, along with the related development permit (DP000055). A second set of rezoning, housing agreement, and road‑closure bylaws for 3121‑3127 St. Johns Street, 110‑118 James Road, and a portion of Moray Place will also be reviewed.
- Adopt Council Procedure Bylaw Amendment – Bylaw No. 3496
- Adopt OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3469 to increase storeys at 3180‑3190 St. Johns St. and 81‑89 Moray St.
- Adopt Rezoning Bylaw No. 3463 to rezone the same sites for mixed residential/institutional/commercial use up to 16 storeys
- Adopt Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 3480 for market and below‑market rental at the St. Johns/Moray sites
- Approve Development Permit DP000055 for the St. Johns and Moray project
Regular Council
Port Moody City Council will meet on December 10, 2024, to adopt the agenda and approve minutes from previous meetings. The session includes presentations on staff recognitions and 2024 highlights, followed by verbal reports on committee appointments and the 2025 acting mayor schedule.
- Adoption of the December 10, 2024, agenda
- Adoption of minutes from Special Council and Regular Council meetings
- Presentation of 2024 Staff Long Service and Retirement Recognitions
- Presentation of 2024 Highlights by Mayor Lahti
- Verbal reports on 2025 Council committee appointments
Special Finance Committee (to Close)
The Special Finance Committee is meeting to discuss matters closed to the public. The session focuses on employee relations and preliminary negotiations regarding a proposed municipal service.
- Discussion on labour and employee relations
- Negotiations regarding the proposed provision of a municipal service
Special Council
The Special Council will consider a three‑year Temporary Use Permit for Paradiz Teahouse and Hookah Lounge at 3058 St. Johns Street. It will also conduct a second reading of the Official Community Plan amendment and related zoning bylaws to rezone sites on Spring Street and Electronic Avenue for the Beedie Living development. The council will waive Community Amenity Contributions for the affordable housing component at 2806 Spring Street and refer the rezoning bylaws to a public hearing.
- Authorize Temporary Use Permit TUP00025 for Paradiz Teahouse & Hookah Lounge, 3058 St. Johns St, for three years
- Second reading of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3475 for Beedie – Moody Centre TOD
- Second reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendments No. 3473 (CD94) and No. 3474 (CD95) to rezone 3060‑3092 Spring St, 80‑85 Electronic Ave, and 2806 Spring St
- Waive Community Amenity Contributions for affordable housing at 2806 Spring St
- Use the Beedie Living Term Sheet as basis for a development agreement and refer bylaws to public hearing
Advisory Design Panel
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific projects, decisions, or discussion items listed for this meeting.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting. It will receive a presentation on Gender Based Analysis work, a presentation of the 2024 annual report, and a verbal update on the 2025 work plan. A staff update will also be provided.
- Adopt agenda for November 27, 2024 meeting
- Adopt minutes from October 23, 2024 meeting
- Gender Based Analysis work presentation (Manager of Corporate Planning)
- 2024 Committee Annual Report presentation (Manager of Human Resources)
- 2025 Work Plan updates verbal report (Chair)
Special Council (to Close)
Council is meeting to consider several items in a closed session pursuant to the Community Charter. The meeting will be closed to the public to discuss personal information, land disposition, and municipal service provisions.
- Discussion of personal information (Items 6.1, 6.2)
- Proposed provision of municipal services (Items 6.3, 6.5)
- Land disposition (Items 6.4, 6.6)
- Intergovernmental negotiations regarding municipal services (Item 7.1)
Regular Council
Council will adopt the 2025 Fees Bylaw (No. 3492) establishing the city’s fee schedule for 2025. The council will also read three times and approve amendments to Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 3478, a road‑closure bylaw for Buckingham, Edinburgh and Windsor Drives, and several development and heritage agreements on Clarke Street. Additional items include endorsement of the 2024‑2025 Winter Road Maintenance Plan and adoption of a council procedure amendment.
- Adoption of 2025 Fees Bylaw No. 3492 (new municipal fee schedule)
- Three‑reading amendment of Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 3478 (inflation update)
- Road Closure Bylaw No. 3455 closing Buckingham Drive, Edinburgh Drive, Edinburgh Place, and part of Windsor Drive
- Development Approval and Housing Agreement for 2340 Clarke Street (Bylaws 3489 & 3490)
- Heritage Revitalization and Housing Agreements for 2400‑Block Clarke Street (Bylaws 3491 & 3495)
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee is meeting to endorse the 2024 Annual Report. The committee will also receive verbal reports regarding the 2025 Climate Action Plan workplan updates and implementation phase 3.
- Endorsement of the 2024 Committee Annual Report
- 2025 Climate Action Plan Workplan Updates
- 2025 Climate Action Plan - Implementation Phase 3 Updates
- 2025 Workplan Outline
Special Council (to Close)
The Special Council will adopt its agenda and pass a resolution to close the meeting to the public under sections of the Community Charter. Closed items include discussion of a land disposition and a proposed municipal service, as well as intergovernmental negotiations. All substantive deliberations will be held in closed session.
- Adopt agenda for the November 21, 2024 Special Council meeting
- Resolution to exclude the public per Community Charter sections 90(1)(e), 90(1)(k), and 90(2)(b)
- Closed discussion on land disposition and proposed provision of a municipal service
- Closed discussion on intergovernmental negotiations related to municipal services
- Release of closed items (agenda item 6)
Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee is meeting to review design options for the St. Johns Street corridor and public engagement results for traffic calming on Upper Noons Creek Drive. The body will also consider endorsing the 2024 Committee Annual Report.
- Endorsement of interim and long-term design options for St. Johns Street between Moody Street and Ioco Road
- Receipt of Public Engagement Results for the Upper Noons Creek Drive Traffic Calming project
- Endorsement of the 2024 Transportation Committee Annual Report
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is reviewing a draft corporate policy for art in public spaces and receiving an update on the Parkland Strategy Project. The committee is considering changes to art reserves and a moratorium on certain development funds for arts initiatives.
- Proposed adoption of Corporate Policy – Art in Public Spaces – 18-7940-2024-01
- Proposed rescinding of Corporate Policy – Public Art – 18-7940-01
- Proposed renaming of Artwork Reserve to Arts Reserve
- Proposed establishment of a new Arts Facility Reserve
- Parkland Strategy Project Update presentation by Parks Division and Lees + Associates
Special Council (to Close)
The Council is meeting to consider several items in a session closed to the public. Discussions will cover land disposition, personnel matters, and intergovernmental negotiations.
- Land disposition (closed session)
- Personal information regarding municipal awards or gifts (closed session)
- Labour and employee relations (closed session)
- Proposed provision of a municipal service (closed session)
- Intergovernmental negotiations with provincial or federal governments (closed session)
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will reconvene to ratify decisions made by the Strategic Priorities, Governance and Legislation, City Initiatives and Planning, and Finance committees. The agenda includes updates on the Parkland Strategy, bicycle facilities, and the 2025-2029 financial plan.
- Parkland Strategy Project Update
- Guildford Way Bicycle Facility Improvements Project
- St. Andrews Street Road Width Extension Funding Source
- Port Moody Police Board 2025-2029 Financial Plan
- 2025-2025 Utility Five-Year Financial Plan
Governance and Legislation Committee
The Governance and Legislation Committee is meeting to review a memo from the Legislative Services Division regarding housekeeping updates to the Council Procedure Bylaw. The committee will also consider the adoption of minutes from its May 21, 2024, meeting.
- Housekeeping updates to Council Procedure Bylaw No. 3393
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, then decide to move forward with detailed design and implementation of an all‑ages protected bicycle facility along Guildford Way between the Coquitlam border and Ioco Road. The project budget is updated to $2,059,000, reflecting a secured TransLink grant of $1,059,000. A pilot project will test relocating bidirectional bike lanes on Murray Street between Ioco Road and Klahanie Drive (west). The committee will also refer its resolutions to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Proceed with detailed design and implementation strategy for a protected bicycle facility on Guildford Way between the Coquitlam border and Ioco Road
- Update project budget to $2,059,000, incorporating a TransLink grant of $1,059,000
- Implement a pilot project relocating bidirectional bike lanes on Murray St between Ioco Rd and Klahanie Dr (west)
- Adopt the meeting agenda
- Adopt minutes from the July 16, 2024, City Initiatives and Planning Committee meeting
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, approve the City’s contribution of up to $100,000 for the St. Andrews Street road width extension, and approve the provisional 2025‑2029 Utility Five‑Year Financial Plan with incorporation of proposed utility fees into the City’s Fee Bylaw. The Committee will also receive for information the Port Moody Police Board 2025‑2029 Financial Plan, the 2025 Budget Consultation report, and a memo on five‑year plan deliberations, and will refer its resolutions to the Council Standing Committee. A draft budget increase will be forwarded to the December 3 Special Finance Committee meeting for provisional approval.
- Up to $100,000 City contribution for St. Andrews Street road width extension
- Approval of provisional 2025‑2029 Utility Five‑Year Financial Plan and fee bylaw changes
- Receipt of Port Moody Police Board 2025‑2029 Financial Plan for information
- Receipt of 2025 Budget Consultation report for information
- Draft budget increase to be considered at Dec 3 Special Finance Committee meeting
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to endorse the 2024 annual report. The body will also discuss a recreation facilities engagement study and a pilot project regarding priority registration for residents in recreation programs.
- Endorsement of the 2024 Parks and Environment Committee Annual Report
- Presentation on the Recreation Facilities Engagement Study
- Review of the Priority Recreation Registration for Port Moody Residents pilot project
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss several local cultural projects and reports. The session includes a presentation on the 2024 Committee Annual Report and updates on community initiatives.
- 2024 Committee Annual Report presentation
- Mills Storyboard Project verbal report
- Ioco Ghost Town Days update
- Inspirations discussion
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on a Recreation Facility Study. The committee will also discuss updates on local youth-focused events and projects.
- Recreation Facility Study presentation by RC Strategies and Project Manager, Engineering & Operations
- Rocky Point Skatepark Mural update
- Black History Month planning
- Youth Week - Tri-City REACH Awards report
- Pink Shirt Day report
Regular Council
Port Moody City Council will discuss the 2025 Fees Bylaw and the adoption of master plans for Old Orchard Park and Rocky Point Park. The body is also reviewing housing needs reports and a proposal to make priority recreation registration permanent for residents.
- Adoption of 2025 Fees Bylaw (No. 3492)
- Rezoning of 2340 Clarke Street for commercial use and nine non-market residential units
- Proposed $15,354 community amenity fee waiver and $16,030 refund for 2340 Clarke Street
- Adoption of Old Orchard Park and Rocky Point Park Master Plans
- Repeal of Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 3487 for 2407-2421 Clarke Street, 85 Kyle Street, and 50 Queens Street
Special Council (to Close)
Council is meeting to discuss matters closed to the public under the Community Charter. The session covers personnel, awards, and intergovernmental negotiations.
- Civic Awards
- Committee Appointments
- Proposed Provision of a Municipal Service and Intergovernmental Negotiations
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee will review draft minutes, discuss the 2025 workplan, and receive updates on Rocky Point Park and Old Orchard Park master plans.
- Review of draft minutes from October 3, 2024
- Update on Rocky Point Park and Old Orchard Park master plans
- Discussion on the 2025 workplan
- Presentation on marketing and communication for seniors
- Update on the Accessibility Plan
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting, receive verbal reports on the Spike Awards Gala, the Rocky Point Park paid‑parking working group, and the Chamber of Commerce and Shop Local Port Moody partnership, and will endorse its 2024 annual report. A resolution will close a portion of the meeting to the public because it involves personal information about an individual. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Verbal report on the Spike Awards Gala (Manager of Economic Development)
- Verbal report on Rocky Point Park paid‑parking working group (Lisa Beecroft)
- Verbal report on Chamber of Commerce and Shop Local Port Moody partnership (Lisa Beecroft and Leslie Courchesne)
- Endorsement of the 2024 Economic Development and Tourism Committee Annual Report
- Resolution to exclude a portion of the meeting from the public under section 90(1)(b) of the Community Charter
Special Council (to Close)
The Special Council will adopt its agenda and pass a resolution to close the meeting to the public under the Community Charter. Closed items include a proposed municipal service, potential litigation, property security, and intergovernmental negotiations. These matters will be discussed and decisions made without public attendance.
- Resolution to exclude the public under sections 90(1)(d), (g), (i), (k) and 90(2)(b) of the Community Charter
- Discussion of a proposed provision of a municipal service (closed to the public)
- Consideration of potential litigation and solicitor‑client privileged information (closed to the public)
- Review of security of municipal property (closed to the public)
- Intergovernmental negotiations related to the proposed municipal service (closed to the public)
Public Hearing
The Port Moody Council will hold a public hearing on an Official Community Plan amendment (Bylaw No. 3469) and a zoning amendment (Bylaw No. 3463) for the properties at 3180‑3190 St. Johns Street and 81‑89 Moray Street. Presentations and public input will be received, and the council will recommend referring both bylaws to the Special Council meeting on November 5, 2024 for further consideration.
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3469 to allow more storeys and revise policy wording for 3180‑3190 St. Johns St and 81‑89 Moray St
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3463 to rezone 3180‑3190 St. Johns St and 81‑89 Moray St for mixed residential, institutional, and commercial use up to 16 storeys
- Public Hearing Notice (Attachment 1)
- Report from September 24, 2024 Regular Council meeting (Attachment 2)
- Memo from October 22, 2024 Regular Council meeting (Attachment 3)
Special Council
The council will take a third reading of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3469 to increase the number of storeys allowed at 3180‑3190 St. Johns Street and 81‑89 Moray Street. It will also take a third reading of Rezoning Bylaw No. 3463 to rezone those properties for a mixed residential, institutional and commercial project up to 16 storeys. Additional items include repealing the Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 3487, adopting OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3421 for six‑storey development at Clarke, Kyle and Queens streets, and approving terms of reference for advisory committees.
- OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3469 – third reading – increase storeys for 3180‑3190 St. Johns St & 81‑89 Moray St
- Rezoning Bylaw No. 3463 – third reading – rezone same sites for mixed use up to 16 storeys
- Repeal of Heritage Revitalization Agreement Bylaw No. 3487 – three readings – for 2407‑2421 Clarke St, 85 Kyle St, 50 Queens St
- Adoption of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3421 – six‑storey built form at Clarke, Kyle and Queens sites
- Approval of terms of reference for ten advisory committees and the Council Committee System Policy
Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee agenda for November 4, 2024 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive agenda content.
Special Council (to Close)
The City of Port Moody is holding a Special Council meeting that will be closed to the public. The body will discuss land disposition and intergovernmental negotiations regarding a proposed municipal service.
- Land Disposition (closed to public)
- Proposed Provision of a Municipal Service and Intergovernmental Negotiations (closed to public)
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee will hear three presentations on reducing emissions from small non‑road engines, a BC Hydro offer for solar and battery storage for residential and municipal buildings, and a multi‑unit residential retrofit program with rebates and a communications plan. The committee will adopt the agenda and the minutes from the July 22, 2024 meeting. A portion of the meeting will be closed to the public for personal‑information matters.
- Presentation: Reducing Emissions from Small Non‑Road Engines – Air Quality and Climate Action Services Team (Laura Taylor, Metro Vancouver)
- Presentation: BC Hydro Solar and Battery Storage Offer for Residential and Municipal Buildings – Senior Sustainability and Energy Coordinator
- Presentation: Multi‑Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program Rebates and Communications Plan – Senior Sustainability and Energy Coordinator
- Adoption of the meeting agenda
- Adoption of the July 22, 2024 Climate Action Committee minutes
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will recess to hold a Special Finance Committee meeting. This session will focus on draft five-year financial plans for the city, the police board, and the library board.
- 2025-2029 Draft Five-Year Financial Plan
- Port Moody Police Board 2025-2029 Financial Plan
- Library Board 2025-2029 Financial Plan
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is discussing the draft 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan, including operating, capital, and utility budgets. The body is also receiving financial plan information from the Police Board and Library Board.
- 2025-2029 Draft Five-Year Financial Plan
- Proposed 2025 fees for Water, Sewer, and Solid Waste Utilities
- Port Moody Police Board 2025-2029 Financial Plan
- Library Board 2025-2029 Financial Plan
Special Council
Council is discussing a proposal by PCI Developments to rezone four lots in the Moody Centre Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Area. The meeting includes recommendations to advance two bylaws and refer the project to a public hearing.
- Proposed Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3476 for 60 Williams Street and 3006-3022 Spring Street
- Proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3477 to change zoning from Light Industrial (M1) to Comprehensive Development Zone 93 (CD93) and Civic Service (P1)
- Referral of the PCI Developments project to a Public Hearing
- Use of the PCI Spring Street Term Sheet for a development agreement
Advisory Design Panel
The Port Moody Advisory Design Panel meeting scheduled for October 24, 2024 has no specific agenda items listed in the provided document. The agenda contains only placeholders and no details on decisions, proposals, or public hearings.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee will meet to receive presentations on city welcoming initiatives and park planning. The body will also consider personal information in a closed session.
- Presentation by Albert Galiev and Sandra Hough from the City of Victoria Welcoming City Committee
- Presentation by the Project Manager of Parks Planning regarding Rocky Point Park and Old Orchard Park Master Plans
- Closed session to discuss personal information pursuant to section 90(1)(b) of the Community Charter
Regular Council
The Regular Council will receive information on the OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3469 and Rezoning Bylaw No. 3463 and then read each a third time. It will also read Rezoning Bylaw No. 3408 a third time. Several consent‑agenda items will be adopted, including a tax‑exemption bylaw, a development‑cost‑charges bylaw, and a community‑services‑fees bylaw. The meeting includes public input, delegations, and adoption of minutes.
- OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3469 and Rezoning Bylaw No. 3463 – third reading for 3180‑3190 St. Johns St. and 81‑89 Moray St.
- Rezoning Bylaw No. 3408 – third reading for 3121‑3127 St. Johns St. and 110‑118 James Rd.
- Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 3486 – adoption for 2025.
- Development Cost Charges Expenditure Bylaw No. 3481 – adoption for parkland acquisitions.
- Community Services Fees Bylaw No. 3485 – three readings for 2025‑2026 fees.
Public Hearing
The City of Port Moody is holding a public hearing to discuss a zoning amendment. The body is considering rezoning specific properties to a Comprehensive Development Zone.
- Bylaw No. 3408: Rezoning 3121 and 3127 St. Johns Street and 110-118 James Road from Private Institutional (P2) and Semi-Detached and Townhouse Residential (RM1) to Comprehensive Development Zone 90 (CD90)
Special Council (to Close)
The Port Moody Special Council will adopt its agenda and approve a resolution to exclude the public from the remainder of the meeting, citing sections 90(1)(a), (i), (k) and 90(2)(b) of the Community Charter. The council will also adopt minutes from four prior closed meetings held on September 24, October 1, October 8, and October 15, 2024. New business items and an information item will be discussed, all of which are designated closed to the public.
- Adoption of the October 22, 2024 agenda
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (i), (k) and 90(2)(b)
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on Sept 24, Oct 1, Oct 8, and Oct 15, 2024
- Closed‑session discussion of personal information, legal advice, and proposed municipal service provision
- Closed‑session discussion of intergovernmental negotiations and solicitor‑client privilege
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to review draft reports for the Old Orchard Park and Rocky Point Park master plans. The committee will also receive an update on a grant application for a street tree-planting program.
- Review of Old Orchard Park Master Plan draft report
- Review of Rocky Point Park Master Plan draft report
- Urban Forestry update on street tree-planting program grant application
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the 2025-2029 Draft Five-Year Financial Plan, including operating, capital, and utility budgets. The committee will also consider a draft budget increase and proposed utility fee changes for the Water, Sewer, and Solid Waste services.
- Review of 2025-2029 Draft Five-Year Financial Plan
- Consideration of draft budget increase for 2025
- Discussion on Water, Sewer, and Solid Waste utility fee changes
- Potential closed session for labour relations and negotiations
- Referral of resolutions to Council Standing Committee
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will adopt its agenda, accept public input, and then recess to the Special Finance Committee to consider the 2025‑2029 Draft Five‑Year Financial Plan. After the finance meeting, the committee will reconvene to ratify the finance committee’s recommendations before adjourning.
- Adopt agenda for the October 18, 2024 meeting
- Public input – two‑minute verbal submissions and written submissions on‑table
- Recess to Special Finance Committee to consider the 2025‑2029 Draft Five‑Year Financial Plan
- Ratify the recommendations approved at the Finance Committee meeting
- Adjournment of the Council Standing Committee meeting
Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee will adopt its agenda and the September 11 meeting minutes. It will hear presentations from the Port Moody Police Department and the Road Safety and Community Coordinator. The committee will vote on a recommendation to endorse the Phase 2 public‑engagement results and the refined “Big Moves” ideas for the Master Transportation Plan.
- Adopt agenda for the October 16, 2024 meeting
- Adopt minutes from the September 11, 2024 Transportation Committee meeting
- Presentation by Constable Sam Zacharias, Port Moody Police Department
- Presentation by Kathleen Nadalin, Road Safety and Community Coordinator
- Recommendation to endorse Phase 2 public‑engagement results and refined Big Moves ideas for the Master Transportation Plan
Special Council
The Special Council will review the 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw, 2024, No. 3486. The Finance and Technology Department’s Financial Services Division recommends the bylaw be read a first, second, and third time. The council will vote on the recommendation during this meeting.
- 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw, 2024, No. 3486 – read first, second, and third time as recommended
Finance Committee
The committee will adopt its agenda and July minutes, then approve several funding allocations: up to $326,824 for the Westhill Childcare Facility, $83,000 for accessibility improvements, $135,000 plus a $123,682 re‑allocation for the Rocky Point Pool boiler replacement, $29,925 for the Westhill Playground, and increase the Arts, Culture and Heritage grant to $20,000. It will also receive a second‑trimester financial forecast update and refer its resolutions to council for ratification.
- Allocate up to $326,824 from the Childcare BC New Spaces Fund to Westhill Childcare Facility
- Allocate $83,000 from the Rick Hansen Foundation BC Accessibility Grant to Facilities Accessibility Improvements
- Allocate $135,000 from the Climate Action Implementation Reserve and re‑allocate $123,682 from Rocky Point Pool Pool Covers to Rocky Point Pool Boiler Replacement
- Increase the Arts, Culture, and Heritage Grant Program funding from $10,000 to $20,000
- Allocate $29,925 from the Tire Stewardship BC Grant to Westhill Playground
Special Council (to Close)
The Special Council will adopt its agenda and pass a resolution to close the meeting to the public. The council will then consider a proposed provision of a municipal service and related intergovernmental negotiations, which are closed under sections 90(1)(k) and 90(2)(b) of the Community Charter. No further details are provided in the agenda.
- Adopt agenda for the October 15, 2024 Special Council meeting
- Resolution to exclude the public from the remainder of the meeting
- Closed discussion of a proposed municipal service
- Closed information item on intergovernmental negotiations related to the service
- Adopt minutes from the previous meeting
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will adopt the meeting agenda and the July 16, 2024 minutes. It will also ratify the recommendations approved earlier that day by the Finance Committee and the Strategic Priorities Committee. A public input period is provided for verbal and written submissions. The meeting will recess to consider items from other committee meetings before reconvening.
- Adopt agenda of the October 15, 2024 meeting
- Adopt minutes of the Council Standing Committee meeting dated July 16, 2024
- Ratify recommendations approved at the Finance Committee and Strategic Priorities Committee meetings of October 15, 2024
- Public input period allowing two‑minute verbal submissions and written submissions
- Recess to consider items from Special Council, Finance Committee, and Strategic Priorities Committee meetings
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting. It will receive a City Manager memo and related documents on the October 2024 Strategic Priorities Intake for information. The committee will refer its resolutions from this meeting to the Council Standing Committee for ratification. The meeting will then be adjourned.
- Adopt agenda for the October 15, 2024 meeting
- Adopt minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting
- Receive City Manager memo and attachments on Strategic Priorities Intake (October 2024)
- Refer Strategic Priorities Committee resolutions to the Council Standing Committee for ratification
- Adjourn the meeting
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The committee will receive staff reports on the City of the Arts Strategy and the Queens Street Plaza placemaking update. Members will also discuss highlights from the December 2023 Draft OCP regarding arts, culture, and heritage.
- Draft OCP (December 2023) Highlights - Arts, Culture, Heritage
- Queens Street Plaza Placemaking Update
- City of the Arts Strategy Update
- Inspirations
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee met on October 9, 2024 via Zoom. The committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the September 11 meeting. New business included a verbal report on planning Pink Shirt Day and a report on replacing the mural at Rocky Point Skatepark. The meeting also included staff updates and standard procedural items.
- Adopt agenda – recommendation to adopt the circulated agenda
- Adopt minutes – recommendation to adopt the September 11 draft minutes
- Pink Shirt Day planning – verbal report by the chair
- Replace mural at Rocky Point Skatepark – verbal report by the chair
Regular Council
The City of Port Moody is discussing infrastructure improvements for bicycle facilities and proposed bylaw amendments to regulate short-term rentals. Council will also review community satisfaction survey results and various fee and tax exemption bylaws.
- Proposed $2,059,000 budget for Guildford Way protected bicycle facilities
- Bylaw amendments to accommodate short-term rentals
- 2025-2026 Community Services Fees amendment
- 2025 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw, 2024, No. 3486
- Proposed $5,000 allocation from Artwork Reserve for Inlet Theatre piano storage design
Special Council (to Close)
The Port Moody Special Council meeting on October 8, 2024, is scheduled to discuss proposed municipal services and land disposition. The meeting is closed to the public due to the sensitive nature of the topics.
- Adoption of the agenda
- Resolution to exclude the public
- Proposed provision of a municipal service
- Land disposition and proposed provision of a municipal service
- Information items on intergovernmental negotiations
Land Use Committee
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee will adopt the meeting agenda and the draft minutes from the July 4, 2024 meeting. New business includes a workshop on RCS strategies presented by Stephen Slawuta and a round‑table discussion. Staff will provide updates before the meeting adjourns.
- Adopt agenda for October 3, 2024 meeting
- Adopt draft minutes from Seniors Focus Committee meeting held July 4, 2024
- Workshop – RCS Strategies (presented by Stephen Slawuta)
- Round Table discussion
- Staff updates
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee will hear presentations on PoMoArts as a Visitor Centre, the Master Transportation Plan, a Big Data report, the Spike Business Awards, and a Development and Planning information session. No formal decisions are listed; the items are presented for information and discussion.
- PoMoArts as Visitor Centre – presentation by Executive Director Deanna Kayne
- Master Transportation Plan – presentation by Transportation Engineer
- Big Data – Report Back – memo and verbal report by Nigel Brownlow
- Spike Awards – briefing memo from Manager of Economic Development
- Development and Planning Information Session – briefing memo
Special Council (to Close)
The Port Moody Special Council will adopt its agenda and pass a resolution to close the meeting to the public. The council will then discuss several items that are confidential under the Community Charter, including land disposition, proposed municipal services, solicitor‑client privilege matters, and intergovernmental negotiations. All of these discussions will be held behind closed doors.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e), (i), (k), and 90(2)(b)
- Closed discussion on land disposition
- Closed discussion on proposed provision of a municipal service
- Closed discussion on solicitor‑client privilege matters
- Closed discussion on intergovernmental negotiations related to municipal services
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee meeting on September 25, 2024 has no agenda items listed. The agenda appears to contain only procedural placeholders without any specific proposals, discussions, or decisions. No concrete items such as rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are identified.
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting intended to be closed to the public. The body will discuss personnel, land disposition, and municipal service provisions.
- Personal information and employee relations
- Land disposition
- Proposed provision of municipal services
- Intergovernmental negotiations
Regular Council
The Regular Council will adopt several consent agenda items, including a building bylaw amendment for the Zero Carbon Step Code, a five‑year licence renewal for the Inlet Centre, and up to $95,000 for sidewalk trip‑hazard repairs. The council will then move to new business, reviewing an Official Community Plan amendment, rezoning and a housing agreement for the 3180‑3190 St. Johns Street and 81‑89 Moray Street sites, and a mixed‑use commercial/rental residential rezoning for 3121‑3127 St. Johns Street and 110‑118 James Road. Public input will be heard and minutes from recent meetings will be adopted.
- Adopt Building Bylaw Amendment for Zero Carbon Step Code (Bylaw No. 3479)
- Renew Licence of Use Agreement for Inlet Centre with Metro Vancouver Housing Corporation (five‑year term)
- Allocate up to $95,000 from the Sidewalk Reserve for 2024 sidewalk trip‑hazard repairs
- OCP amendment, rezoning and housing agreement for 3180‑3190 St. Johns St and 81‑89 Moray St
- Rezoning (mixed‑use commercial/rental residential) for 3121‑3127 St. Johns St and 110‑118 James Rd
Climate Action Committee
The posted agenda for the Port Moody Climate Action Committee meeting on 2024-09-23 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder or procedural notice without specific decisions or discussions.
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the July 15 meeting. It will vote to approve the revised updates to the Fees and Charges Bylaw as presented. The committee will also receive a project update on the Shoreline Trail Upgrade and a presentation on the Coastal Flood Strategy.
- Approve revised Fees and Charges Bylaw updates
- Shoreline Trail Upgrade Project – update on completed work
- Coastal Flood Strategy – presentation
- Adopt agenda for September 12 meeting
- Adopt minutes from July 15, 2024 meeting
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting. It will hear verbal reports on inspirations, the Civic Awards, the Shoreline House Post Project, Ioco Ghost Town Days, and the Heritage Register. The meeting will also include a roundtable and staff updates before adjournment.
- Adopt agenda for September 12, 2024 meeting
- Adopt minutes from July 11, 2024 meeting
- Verbal report on Civic Awards
- Verbal report on Shoreline House Post Project
- Verbal report on Heritage Register Update
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the June 12, 2024 meeting. It will elect a chair and vice‑chair, review the draft work plan for 2024‑2025, and discuss planning for the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day with Noons Creek Hatchery.
- Adoption of agenda – recommendation to adopt the circulated agenda
- Adoption of minutes – recommendation to adopt the June 12, 2024 minutes
- Chair and Vice‑Chair election – verbal report by Legislative Services Coordinator
- 2024‑2025 draft work plan – verbal report by Recreation Coordinator
- Planning for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day with Noons Creek Hatchery – verbal report
Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss public engagement results and refined ideas for the Master Transportation Plan. The body will also review traffic modelling data regarding bicycle facility improvements on Guildford Way.
- Phase 2 Public Engagement Results for Master Transportation Plan
- Guildford Way Bicycle Facility Improvements data analysis and traffic modelling
Public Hearing
The Port Moody Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 3471) and the Zoning Bylaw (Bylaw No. 3470) for the site at 2331‑2335 St. Johns Street and a 5.5‑metre portion of Queens Street right‑of‑way. The amendments would change the land‑use designation from Multi‑Family Residential to Mixed Use and increase the allowable storeys from three/four to six. The council will refer these bylaws to the regular council meeting on September 10, 2024 for consideration.
- OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3471 – change land use to Mixed Use and raise storeys to six at 2331‑2335 St. Johns St. and Queens St. right‑of‑way
- Rezoning Bylaw No. 3470 – amend zoning to permit mixed‑use residential/commercial building at 2331‑2335 St. Johns St.
- Follow‑up memo to July 23 2024 Council Resolution for 2331‑2335 St. Johns St. (information only)
- Public Hearing Notice and related attachments
- Written public input submissions
Special Council (to Close)
The Special Council will adopt the agenda and minutes from prior closed meetings. It will pass a resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(k) and 90(2)(b). The council will then hold closed discussions on proposed municipal services and intergovernmental negotiations.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(k) and 90(2)(b)
- Adoption of the agenda for the September 10, 2024 Special Council meeting
- Adoption of minutes from closed council meetings on July 16, 2024 and July 23, 2024
- Closed discussion on proposed provision of a municipal service
- Closed discussion on intergovernmental negotiations
Regular Council
Council will consider a third reading for the rezoning of 2331-2335 St. Johns Street to allow a six-storey mixed-use building. The meeting also includes proposed updates to building bylaws regarding Zero Carbon and Energy Step Codes.
- Third reading of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3471 and Rezoning Bylaw No. 3470 for 2331-2335 St. Johns Street
- Proposed amendments to Building Bylaw No. 3200 regarding Zero Carbon Step Code and Energy Step Code
- Review of contract awards over $200,000 from June 1, 2024, to August 31, 2024
- Motion to report meetings between staff and industry representatives from the last 24 months
- Lighting request for International Overdose Awareness Day
Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 3, 2024 meeting. The committee will discuss a rezoning and heritage alteration permit application for a non‑market residential addition at 2340 Clarke Street, presented by Mara + Natha Architecture. The committee will vote to endorse, conditionally endorse, or reject the proposed application.
- Adopt agenda for the September 9, 2024 meeting
- Adopt minutes from the June 3, 2024 Land Use Committee meeting
- Rezoning and heritage alteration permit (non‑market residential addition) at 2340 Clarke Street
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee agenda for September 5, 2024 contains no listed items. The document shows only placeholders for title, description, category, and other fields, with no content provided. Consequently, no decisions or discussions are recorded for this meeting.
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee will adopt the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 12, 2024 meeting. It will receive verbal updates on the 2024 Spike Awards, a big‑data report, Small Business Week planning, and a microsite for the CanExport grant. No formal decisions beyond the adoptions are indicated.
- Adopt agenda for September 4, 2024 meeting
- Adopt minutes from June 12, 2024 meeting
- Spike Awards 2024 update and business engagement
- Small Business Week development information session
- Microsite update (CanExport Grant) with draft policy attachment
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee will adopt the July 24 agenda and the May 22 meeting minutes. It will consider any unfinished business and hear a written update from the Outreach and Engagement Review Working Group. Staff updates will also be presented.
- Adoption of the July 24 agenda
- Adoption of the May 22, 2024 minutes (Draft PDF)
- Outreach and Engagement Review Working Group written update and final draft
- Discussion of unfinished business
- Staff updates
Special Council (to Close)
Council is meeting to discuss matters that will be closed to the public under the Community Charter. The session focuses on land disposition, labour relations, and the proposed provision of a municipal service.
- Land Disposition (two separate items)
- Labour Relations
- Proposed Provision of a Municipal Service
Regular Council
The Port Moody Council will adopt several consent‑agenda items, including a pay‑parking bylaw amendment, a $20,000 public‑art maintenance fund, and the 2024‑2034 Community Works Fund agreement. It will also approve the rezoning of Coronation Park from RS1 to CD89 and endorse the development agreement with Wesgroup Coronation Park Investments Ltd. Additional approvals include the Inlet Park Fieldhouse development permit, a TransLink substation permit on Clarke Street, and a development variance for 622 Foresthill Place.
- Rezoning Bylaw Adoption (CD89) for Coronation Park and Wesgroup development agreement
- Inlet Park Fieldhouse Development Permit (hazardous conditions and form/character)
- Development Permit DP000064 for TransLink Substation – Clarke Street ROW
- Public Art Maintenance Reserve funding of $20,000 for operating project
- 2024‑2034 Community Works Fund Agreement with UBCM
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, then hear presentations on civic awards, a zero‑emission vehicle education campaign, Car Free Day, extreme‑weather ambassador outreach, embodied emissions research, and EV charger project and grant support. No formal decisions are listed; the items are informational updates.
- Civic Awards Update
- Zero Emission Vehicle Education Campaign presentation
- Car Free Day presentation
- Extreme Weather Ambassadors and Public Education Campaign update
- EV Chargers – project update and grant funding support
Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee is meeting to receive staff reports and presentations on local road projects. The session focuses on traffic calming designs and a transportation study related to utility rehabilitation.
- Moray Street Traffic Calming Design verbal report
- Noons Creek Drive Traffic Calming verbal report
- Ioco Road Utility Rehabilitation Transportation Study presentation
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will adopt its agenda, receive public input, adopt minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting, and ratify recommendations approved at the City Initiatives and Planning, Finance, and Strategic Priorities Committee meetings held earlier that day. The meeting includes a recess for those standing committees to discuss topics such as the Energy Step Code, patrol vehicle purchases, and strategic priorities intake.
- Adopt agenda for the July 16, 2024 Council Standing Committee meeting
- Adopt minutes from the Council Standing Committee meeting of June 18, 2024
- Receive written public input submissions dated July 16, 2024
- Recess for City Initiatives and Planning Committee to discuss Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code
- Ratify recommendations from City Initiatives and Planning, Finance, and Strategic Priorities committees
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting. It will consider a request from the Port Moody Police Board to place an order for two patrol vehicles for delivery in early 2025 and approve that request. The committee will receive the 2024 Financial Plan Forecast report for information. Finally, the committee will refer its resolutions to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Pre‑approval of order for two police patrol vehicles (delivery early 2025)
- Receipt of 2024 Financial Plan Forecast report
- Adoption of the meeting agenda
- Adoption of minutes from June 18, 2024 Finance Committee meeting
- Referral of Finance Committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
Council Standing Committee
This is a procedural meeting of the Port Moody Council Standing Committee held on July 16, 2024. The agenda contains no substantive items, decisions, or discussions beyond standard procedural boilerplate. No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or public hearings are listed.
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee will receive a report on advancing requirements for the Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code for new buildings. Staff are asked to propose a framework and timeline, including amendments to Building Bylaw No. 3200.
- Discussion on Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code requirements
- Report on potential approach and timeline for new buildings
- Recommendation to amend Building Bylaw No. 3200
- Recommendation to amend Corporate Policy 13-6870-2019-03
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting. It will approve the Strategic Priorities Intake for July 2024 as recommended by the City Manager. The committee will refer its resolutions to the Council Standing Committee for ratification. The meeting will then be adjourned.
- Adopt agenda for July 16, 2024 meeting
- Adopt minutes from June 18, 2024 meeting
- Approve Strategic Priorities Intake (July 2024) per City Manager memo
- Refer Strategic Priorities Committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
- Adjourn meeting
Special Council (to Close)
The Port Moody City Council will hold a Special Council meeting that will be closed to the public. The council will consider items related to personal information about municipal staff, employee and labour relations, land disposition, proposed municipal services, and committee appointments. All agenda items are designated as closed under the Community Charter.
- Personal information and employee relations (closed)
- Labour relations and proposed municipal service (closed)
- Land disposition (closed)
- Committee appointments (closed)
- Proposed provision of a municipal service (closed)
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear a presentation on the Civic Complex Enhancement Project, and recommend approval of proposed updates to the recreation services fees bylaw. It will also receive a presentation on the Natural Asset Management strategy and policy.
- Civic Complex Enhancement Project – presentation by Project Manager of Engineering and Operations
- Fees and Charges Bylaw – recommendation to approve proposed updates to recreation services fees
- Natural Asset Management – presentation of strategy and policy documents
- Site Visit to Shoreline Trail Upgrade – staff update scheduled for July 17, 2024
- Seniors Focus and Youth Focus Committee – informational updates
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The committee will hear a presentation on Inspirations by Jace Byers and receive verbal reports regarding ArtsConnect and Civic Awards. The meeting also includes the adoption of the July 11 agenda and minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting.
- Presentation: Inspirations by Jace Byers
- Verbal Report: ArtsConnect by Gregory Elgstrand
- Verbal Report: Civic Awards
- Adoption of June 13, 2024 minutes
Special Council (to Close)
This special meeting will be closed to the public to discuss negotiations regarding the proposed provision of a municipal service. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from June 2024.
- Resolution to exclude the public under section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter
- Adoption of minutes from June 11, 2024, and June 25, 2024
- Discussion regarding proposed provision of a municipal service
Regular Council
The Port Moody Council will consider amendments to pay parking fees and street regulations. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for 832 Ballantrae Court and the repeal of the single-use plastic bylaw. Additionally, staff may apply for a regional grant of up to $20,000.
- Adoption of pay parking fee amendments (Bylaw No. 3464)
- Rezoning of 832 Ballantrae Court (Bylaw No. 3462)
- Repeal of Single-Use Plastic Bylaw (Bylaw No. 3468)
- C2C Program Grant application up to $20,000
- LMLGA membership renewal ($2,065.35)
Land Use Committee
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Closed Arts and Business Council Project Task Force
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Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee will hear reports from the Recreation Coordinator regarding a volunteer portal and a new online digital guide. The committee will also review the minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting for adoption.
- Report on Volunteer Portal
- Report on New Online Digital Guide
- Adoption of April 4, 2024 minutes
Arts and Business Council Project Task Force
The task force will review the engagement process, public engagement summary, and estimated timeline for the Arts and Business Council Project. The meeting includes closed sessions regarding municipal service negotiations and personal information.
- Review of Arts and Business Council Project engagement and timeline
- Discussion on proposed provision of a municipal service (closed session)
- Review of public engagement summary
- Consideration of personal information (closed session)
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
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Regular Council
The meeting includes votes on rezoning Suter Brook Village and 832 Ballantrae Court. Council will also consider repealing the single-use plastic bylaw and amending pay parking rates. A design update for the Inlet Park Fieldhouse is also scheduled.
- Adoption of Suter Brook Village rezoning (Bylaw No. 3458)
- Adoption of provincial housing initiatives (SSMUH and Transit-Oriented Areas)
- Three readings for rezoning 832 Ballantrae Court
- Repeal of Single-Use Plastic Bylaw
- Amendment to pay parking rates via Fees Bylaw
Special Council (to Close)
This special meeting of the Port Moody Council is scheduled to be held in closed session. The agenda includes discussions regarding land disposition, municipal services, and intergovernmental negotiations that are not open to the public.
- Land disposition and proposed provision of a municipal service
- Discussion of personal information
- Proposed provision of municipal services
- Intergovernmental negotiations
Climate Action Committee
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Seniors Focus Committee
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Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee will review presentations regarding HUB cycling and the Guildford Way Cycling Facility Improvement. The meeting also includes adoption of the May 15, 2024, minutes and staff updates.
- Presentation on HUB Cycling by Andrew Hartline
- Guildford Way Cycling Facility Improvement Update
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is reviewing a revised Land Management Strategy Policy for approval. The committee will also consider endorsing an online format for the 2024 Community Satisfaction Survey.
- Approval of Revised Land Management Strategy Policy (Corporate Policy 08-3010-02)
- Endorsement of Online Survey option for 2024 Community Satisfaction Survey
- Renaming the survey to 'Community Satisfaction Survey'
- Receipt of Strategic Priorities Intake memo
Special Council
The Special Council will review provincial housing initiatives related to Bill 44 and Bill 47. The meeting includes a recommendation to read two proposed bylaw amendments regarding small-scale multi-unit housing and transit-oriented areas for a first, second, and third reading.
- Amendment Bylaw No. 94, 2024, No. 3460 (Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing)
- Transit-Oriented Areas Designation Bylaw, 2024, No. 3465
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will oversee several sub-committee meetings covering housing, planning, and finance. Key discussions include provincial housing initiatives and a rezoning application for 2213-2229 Clarke Street.
- Rezoning and Official Community Plan amendment for 2213-2229 Clarke Street
- Provincial Local Government Housing Initiatives (Bill 44 and Bill 47)
- Update on the Family Friendly Units Policy
- Tree Protection Bylaw budget update request
- Contract awards over $200,000 from March 1 to May 31, 2024
Governance and Legislation Committee
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City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The committee will review early input regarding a rezoning application for stacked townhouses at 2213-2229 Clarke Street. The meeting also includes discussions on updating the Family Friendly Units Policy and endorsing new Social Well-being Design Guidelines.
- Rezoning and Official Community Plan amendment for 2213-2229 Clarke Street
- Interim studio and one-bedroom unit limits in the Family Friendly Units Policy
- Endorsement of Social Well-being Design Guidelines
- Updates to the Sustainability Report Card
Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing the 2025 Financial Plan Guidelines and a public engagement plan for the five-year financial plan. They will also consider a budget request of up to $20,000 for a Tree Protection Bylaw Update. Additionally, the committee will receive information on contract awards exceeding $200,000.
- Approval of 2025 Financial Plan Guidelines and public engagement plan
- Proposed amendment to Budget Expenditure Control Policy for capital projects
- Request for up to $20,000 for Tree Protection Bylaw Update
- Review of contract awards over $200,000 from March 1 to May 31, 2024
- Approval of the 2023 Statement of Financial Information
Parks and Environment Committee
The committee will review the final design concepts for the Rocky Point Park and Old Orchard Park master plans. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Trail Network Plan and a review of the new City Awards Policy. Additionally, staff will provide updates regarding a youth open house on local parks and trails.
- Final concept for Rocky Point Park and Old Orchard Park Master Plans
- Presentation of the Trail Network Plan (Part 1)
- Review of New City Awards Policy
- Staff update on Youth Open House regarding Parks and Trails
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee will hear a verbal report regarding the Utility Box Wrap Approach. The meeting also includes a presentation titled Inspirations by Jace Byers. Additionally, the committee will adopt the current agenda and the minutes from May 9, 2024.
- Presentation: Inspirations by Jace Byers
- Verbal Report: Utility Box Wrap Approach
- Adoption of May 9, 2024, meeting minutes
Youth Focus Committee
The committee will consider approving the 2023-2024 Annual Report. Members will also receive updates regarding the Youth Summit and a presentation for Council concerning the Youth Scholarship. Additionally, the committee will discuss feedback on recruitment.
- Approval of the 2023-2024 Youth Focus Committee Annual Report
- Update on the Youth Summit
- Presentation at Council regarding the Youth Scholarship
- Committee recruitment feedback
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee will review city economic development priorities and provincial housing statutes. The meeting also includes updates on the Spike Awards 2024 program and a recap of the 2024 Taste of the Tri-Cities event.
- Review of City Economic Development Priorities and Greater Vancouver Retail Report
- Presentation on Provincial Housing Statutes
- Big Data Report Back
- Spike Awards 2024 Program discussion
- Invest Vancouver update
Special Council (to Close)
This Special Council meeting is scheduled to move into a closed session. The agenda focuses on items that justify excluding the public, such as employee relations and municipal property security. No specific details regarding the content of these discussions were provided in the agenda.
- Resolution to exclude the public from the meeting
- Adoption of minutes from May 21 and May 28, 2024
- Labour or other employee relations
- Security of municipal property
- Intergovernmental negotiations
Regular Council
The Port Moody Council is reviewing several land use amendments and new bylaws. This includes a proposal to rezone Suter Brook Village and the adoption of a bylaw regarding liquor consumption in public places. The agenda also covers grant applications for tree planting and funding for a local ceremony.
- Rezoning of Suter Brook Village (CD92) and South Suter Brook Greenway (P1)
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 3456 regarding liquor consumption in public places
- Support for the Growing Canada's Community Canopies grant application
- Allocation of up to $10,000 for the House Post Blessing Ceremony
- Final adoption and development variance permit for 622 Foresthill Place
Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee is meeting to consider two development proposals: a rezoning at 1865-1885 Charles Street by Porte Homes, and an OCP amendment and rezoning for stacked townhouses at 2213-2229 Clarke Street by Karl Wein Associates. The committee will decide whether to endorse, endorse with conditions, or not endorse each project. The agenda also includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting.
- Rezoning at 1865, 1875, and 1885 Charles Street (Porte Homes)
- OCP amendment and rezoning for stacked townhouses at 2213-2229 Clarke Street (Karl Wein Associates)
- Adoption of draft minutes from February 5, 2024 meeting
Special Council (to Close)
This is a Special Council meeting held primarily to close the public portion under the Community Charter. Council will adopt the agenda, then vote to exclude the public to discuss items including land disposition, personal information, intergovernmental negotiations, litigation, labour relations, and solicitor-client advice. It will also adopt minutes from closed meetings held May 7 and May 14, 2024.
- Resolution to exclude the public under multiple sections of the Community Charter
- Land disposition discussion closed under section 90(1)(e)
- Litigation discussion closed under section 90(1)(g)
- Labour relations and proposed municipal service discussions closed under sections 90(1)(c) and (k)
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on May 7 and May 14, 2024
Regular Council
Port Moody Council will consider several items, including consent agenda approvals for liquor and swimming fee bylaws, and new business on an electric kick scooter pilot, Barnet Highway intersection improvements, and two UBCM advocacy resolutions. The meeting also includes routine adoption of minutes and committee reports.
- Bylaw 3456: rescind and give third reading as amended for responsible liquor consumption in public places
- Bylaw 3457: adoption of $2 outdoor public swimming admission fee
- Barnet Highway-Ioco Road-Dewdney Trunk Road intersections: implement Scenario 4, pilot cost up to $80,000 from Transportation Reserve
- Consent to provincially-led Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project; staff to explore shared e-bike/e-scooter program
- UBCM resolutions: equitable gaming revenue distribution and provincial noise camera pilot project
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee will discuss the 2023 annual report on Climate Action Plan implementation, hear a presentation on the Port Moody District Energy System, and consider recommendations on the Zero Carbon Step Code and an electric kick scooter pilot project. The meeting is largely informational and advisory, with recommendations to be forwarded to Council.
- Discussion of Climate Action Plan Implementation 2023 Annual Report - Phase Two, Year One
- Presentation on Port Moody District Energy System
- Recommendation to implement the Zero Carbon Step Code
- Recommendation to endorse participation in the provincially-led Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project
- Adoption of April 22, 2024 minutes
Advisory Design Panel
This is a procedural agenda for the Port Moody Advisory Design Panel meeting on May 23, 2024. The agenda contains no listed agenda items, attachments, or substantive content—only boilerplate interface text. No decisions or discussions are scheduled in the provided document.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from April 24, 2024, and to receive verbal reports on the Outreach and Engagement Review Working Group, Deafblind Awareness Month, and a new City Awards policy. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Review of new City Awards Policy (Civic Awards Memo.pdf, Civic Awards Policy.pdf)
- Verbal report on Deafblind Awareness Month by Craig MacLean
- Check-in on Outreach and Engagement Review Working Group
- Adoption of April 24, 2024 meeting minutes
Council Standing Committee
This is the agenda for the May 21, 2024 Council Standing Committee meeting in Port Moody, which will recess into four standing committees (City Initiatives and Planning, Finance, Strategic Priorities, Governance and Legislation) to discuss and potentially recommend action on various items. Topics include a development applications process improvement update, 2024 grant tracking, an expedited fleet procurement and budget increase request, financing options for a Neighbourhood Energy Utility feasibility study, police reserve funds, a corporate project plan, a Tri-Cities zero emission mobility plan, a trail network plan, boulevard gardening guidelines, a lobbyist registry, and housekeeping updates to council policies. The meeting will reconvene to ratify any recommendations approved by the standing committees.
- Expedited Fleet Procurement and Budget Increase Request – PK25134
- Neighbourhood Energy Utility (NEU) Feasibility Study – Financing Options
- Police Recruitment Reserve and Major Incident Reserve
- Tri-Cities Zero Emission Mobility Plan
- Lobbyist Registry and Definition of Lobbying
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after a resolution to exclude the public. Council will consider items related to labour relations, personal information about individuals, and preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions listed.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (c), and (k)
- Labour relations item closed to the public
- Two personal information items closed to the public
- Proposed municipal service negotiations closed to the public
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is meeting to receive updates and consider recommendations on several items, including endorsing the Tri-Cities Zero Emission Mobility Plan, receiving a presentation on the Trail Network Plan, and directing staff to update the city website with Boulevard Gardening Guidelines. The committee will also receive the May 2024 Corporate Project Plan update and refer any approved resolutions to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Endorsement of Tri-Cities Zero Emission Mobility Plan and incorporation into 2025 Climate Action Plan renewal
- Presentation on Trail Network Plan by Diamondhead Consulting
- Direction to update city website with Boulevard Gardening Guidelines
- Corporate Project Plan – May 2024 Update received for information
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee for ratification
Governance and Legislation Committee
The Governance and Legislation Committee is meeting to receive information on a possible lobbyist registry and definition of lobbying, drawing on examples from Kelowna, Surrey, and Brampton. It will also consider approving a new corporate policy for posting Freedom of Information response packages on the city website, and housekeeping amendments to the Council Committee System Policy and terms of reference for the Land Use, Seniors Focus, and Youth Focus committees. The meeting will also adopt the agenda and minutes from March 19, 2024, and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Lobbyist Registry and Definition of Lobbying report received for information
- Freedom of Information Response Packages – City Website Policy approval (Policy 01-0580-2024-01)
- Amendments to Council Committee System Policy
- Terms of reference updates for Land Use, Seniors Focus, and Youth Focus committees
- Adoption of March 19, 2024 committee minutes
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee will receive an update on the Development Applications Process Improvement Project, including executive summaries from 2022 and 2023. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the April 16, 2024 meeting, and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Development Applications Process Improvement Project Update
- Phase 1 executive summary (2022) and Phase 2 executive summary (2023) attached
- Adoption of April 16, 2024 meeting minutes
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
Finance Committee
The Port Moody Finance Committee is meeting to review first-quarter grant tracking and council contingency updates, and to make recommendations on several funding items. These include approving an expedited purchase of a forestry truck with a budget increase, directing the funding source for a Neighbourhood Energy Utility feasibility study, and approving police reserve transfers. The committee's recommendations will be referred to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Approve expedited procurement of F650 Hook-lift Urban Forestry truck, increasing capital budget from $150,000 to $175,000 from Equipment Replacement Reserve
- Provide direction on funding source for Neighbourhood Energy Utility (NEU) feasibility study
- Approve $20,000 transfer from Future Operating Reserve to Police Recruitment Reserve
- Approve increasing Major Incident Reserve cap to $700,000
- Receive 2024 Grant Tracking First Quarter Update and 2024 Council Contingency Update for information
Seniors Focus Committee
This agenda for the Seniors Focus Committee meeting on May 16, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.
Transportation Committee
The Port Moody Transportation Committee is meeting to receive updates on pay parking and the Master Transportation Plan, both presented by the Transportation Engineer. The agenda also includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes from the March 20, 2024 meeting. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion and information.
- Pay Parking Update presentation and report
- Master Transportation Plan Update presentation and report
- Adoption of March 20, 2024 minutes
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to adopt several key bylaws, including the 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan, the 2024 Annual Property Tax Rates, and the Alternative Tax Collection Scheme. The consent agenda also includes a rezoning for 2346 Clarke Street, a licence of occupation for 2809 Murray Street, and a bylaw allowing responsible liquor consumption in public places. Council will also receive reports on housing supply and climate action, and consider several proclamations and lighting requests.
- Adoption of 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 3452
- Adoption of 2024 Annual Property Tax Rates Bylaw No. 3453
- Rezoning (C3) at 2346 Clarke Street, Bylaw No. 3441
- Licence of occupation for 2809 Murray Street (Rewind Beer Co.)
- Three readings of Responsible Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw No. 3456
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will immediately close to the public to discuss labour relations, a proposed municipal service, and annual report objectives. The agenda contains only procedural items and closed-session topics, with no public decisions or discussions.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c), (k), and (l)
- Closed discussion on municipal objectives, measures, and progress reports
- Closed discussion on proposed provision of a municipal service
- Closed discussion on labour relations
- Adoption of minutes from the April 23, 2024 closed council meeting
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to review a new City Awards Policy, receive a presentation on the Trail Network Plan (Part 1), and consider final design concepts for the Rocky Point Park and Old Orchard Park Master Plans. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes and updates from the chair, staff, and other committees.
- Review of new City Awards Policy
- Trail Network Plan (Part 1) presentation
- Rocky Point Park and Old Orchard Park Master Plans final concept
- Youth Open House on Port Moody Parks and Trails update
- Adoption of April 15, 2024 minutes
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then hear updates and presentations. New business includes a civic awards policy and process update, an Inspirations presentation by Jace Byers, an Arts and Business Council discussion, and a city archives update. The meeting is largely informational with no major decisions listed beyond routine adoptions.
- Civic Awards Policy and Process Update via memo from Executive Assistant to Mayor and Council
- Inspirations presentation by Jace Byers
- Arts and Business Council discussion led by Manager of Cultural Services
- City Archives Update presented by Manager of Policy Planning and Manager of Cultural Services
- Adoption of March 14, 2024 draft minutes
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision. The document lists no specific agenda items, reports, or actions.
Youth Focus Committee
The Port Moody Youth Focus Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, then discuss several items: youth-focused engagement for park planning projects, updates on the Youth Summit and Youth Week, committee recruitment, and a closed meeting to consider personal information about a municipal award or honour recipient.
- Park Planning Projects - Youth Focused Engagement (draft invitation attached)
- Youth Summit Update (verbal report)
- Youth Week Update (verbal report)
- Committee Recruitment (verbal report)
- Resolution to Exclude the Public (closed meeting under Community Charter s.90(1)(b))
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after a resolution to exclude the public. The only substantive item is a closed discussion about the proposed provision of a municipal service, which is at preliminary stages. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering adoption of the agenda, minutes, and adjournment.
- Resolution to exclude the public under section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter
- Closed discussion of proposed provision of a municipal service (item 6.1)
Public Hearing
The City is holding a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. The proposal involves changing the designation of 1120 Glenayre Drive from Multi Family Residential to Single Family Low Density and allowing a small lot subdivision.
- Bylaw No. 3450: Change 1120 Glenayre Drive from Multi Family Residential to Single Family Low Density
- Bylaw No. 3449: Allow for a small lot subdivision at 1120 Glenayre Drive
Special Council (with PH)
This special council meeting follows a public hearing and focuses on one item: third reading and adoption of two bylaws for 1120 Glenayre Drive. The bylaws would change the Official Community Plan designation from Multi Family Residential to Single Family Low Density and rezone the property to allow a small lot subdivision. Council will decide whether to give final approval to both bylaws.
- Third reading and adoption of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 3450 for 1120 Glenayre Drive
- Third reading and adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3449 (RS1-S) for 1120 Glenayre Drive
- Change designation from Multi Family Residential to Single Family Low Density
- Rezoning to allow small lot subdivision at 1120 Glenayre Drive
Land Use Committee
This agenda for the Port Moody Land Use Committee meeting on May 6, 2024, contains only boilerplate text and no substantive items. There are no listed decisions, discussions, or public hearings.
Advisory Design Panel
This agenda for the Port Moody Advisory Design Panel meeting on April 25, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, then hear presentations and reports on new business, including an Arts and Business Council engagement session, accessibility guidelines for city events, and an update from the Outreach and Engagement Review Working Group. The meeting is largely procedural with informational updates.
- Adoption of March 27, 2024 minutes
- Presentation: Arts and Business Council Engagement and Feedback Session
- Verbal report: Accessibility Guidelines for City Events
- Verbal report: Update from Outreach and Engagement Review Working Group
Regular Council
Port Moody Council will consider first readings of the 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan, the 2024 Annual Property Tax Rates Bylaw, and the Alternative Tax Collection Scheme. They will also decide on implementing a pay parking strategy and making the liquor-in-public-places pilot permanent. Several reports and a rezoning adoption are on the consent agenda.
- First reading of Financial Plan Bylaw No. 3452 (2024-2028)
- First reading of Annual Property Tax Rates Bylaw No. 3453 (2024)
- First reading of Alternative Tax Collection Scheme Bylaw No. 3454 (2024)
- Adoption of rezoning Bylaw No. 3451 at 1035 Ioco Road (RS1-S)
- Direct staff to implement pay parking and amend Fees Bylaw No. 3435
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting held primarily to close the public session. Council will adopt the agenda, then vote to exclude the public to discuss items related to personal information, labour relations, solicitor-client privilege, and preliminary negotiations for municipal services. The closed session also includes adoption of minutes from previous closed meetings.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (c), (i), (k), and 90(2)(b)
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on April 9 and April 12-13, 2024
- Seven closed agenda items covering solicitor-client privilege, personal information, labour relations, and municipal service negotiations
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee is meeting to hear presentations on several climate-related initiatives, including a fleet strategy, the Zero Carbon Step Code, a tri-cities zero-emission mobility strategy, the 2023 Climate Action Plan annual report, and electric scooter and bike-share projects. The committee will also consider a recommendation to endorse participation in the provincial Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project. The agenda includes routine items like adopting the agenda and minutes.
- Presentation on Port Moody Fleet Strategy Report
- Presentation on Zero Carbon Step Code
- Presentation on Tri-Cities Zero Emission Mobility Plan
- Recommendation to endorse participation in provincial Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project
- Presentation on Climate Action Plan Annual Report 2023
Special Council
This is a special council meeting dedicated to a Freedom of the City Award Ceremony. The agenda includes standard procedural items like adopting the agenda and adjournment, with the main business being the ceremony. No other decisions or discussions are listed.
- Freedom of the City Award Ceremony
- Adoption of the agenda
- Singing of O Canada
- Territorial Land Acknowledgement
Transportation Committee
This agenda for the Port Moody Transportation Committee meeting on 2024-04-17 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, hear a presentation from BC Housing on the BC Builds program, and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification. The main substantive item is the BC Builds program presentation by Lisa Helps, Executive Lead of BC Housing.
- Presentation by BC Housing on the BC Builds program
- Adoption of March 19, 2024 committee minutes
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from March 19, 2024, and to receive an update on the Corporate Project Plan for April 2024. The committee will also refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee meeting later that day for ratification. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the project plan update for information only.
- Receive Corporate Project Plan – April 2024 Update memo from Corporate Services Department
- Adopt minutes of March 19, 2024 Strategic Priorities Committee meeting
- Refer approved recommendations to Council Standing Committee on April 16, 2024
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, receive public input, and then recess into three standing committees (City Initiatives and Planning, Finance, and Strategic Priorities) to discuss new business. Items include an overview of the BC Builds program, the 2024 allocation of Community Grants Program funding, pre-approval for garbage truck procurement, and a corporate project plan update. The committee will reconvene to ratify any recommendations approved by the standing committees.
- Overview of the BC Builds program (City Initiatives and Planning Committee)
- 2024 Allocation of Community Grants Program Funding (Finance Committee)
- SO24006-Garbage Truck Procurement Process Pre-Approval (Finance Committee)
- Radio Channel Capacity – Access Funding from Future Operating Reserve (Finance Committee)
- Seniors Try It Week – Funding Request (Finance Committee)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider allocating $18,000 in Community Grants, $2,767.90 in Artist Grants, and $10,000 in Arts, Culture, and Heritage Grants to various local organizations and individuals. The committee will also discuss pre-approving the procurement process for a 2025 garbage truck replacement, approving a funding transfer for a police radio project, allocating up to $3,171 for Seniors Try It Week, and approving budget increases for youth-focused park planning engagement. These are recommendations for approval at this meeting.
- Community Grants totaling $18,000 to 13 organizations including POCOMO Meals on Wheels ($3,000) and SHARE Family and Community Services ($3,000)
- Artist Grants totaling $2,767.90 to Tamara Christine Grand, Bibi Balkhi, and Amy Lau
- Arts, Culture, and Heritage Grants totaling $10,000 to Summer Sundays Concerts ($5,000), Inlet Theatre Music Series ($1,790), and Access Youth Outreach Services Society ($3,210)
- Pre-approval to procure a 2017 Labrie Automizer MACK LR garbage truck replacement in 2025
- Budget increases totaling $17,500 from New Initiative Reserve for youth-focused park planning engagement
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to review and provide feedback on updates to the Tree Protection Bylaw, receive an implementation update on the Urban Forest Management Strategy including the 'Take Root' Tree Giveaway, and hear a feasibility study for new recreation or community facilities. The committee will also discuss a pilot project for seasonal decorating in Pioneer Park. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Tree Protection Bylaw Update - review and provide feedback
- Urban Forest Management Strategy implementation update, including 'Take Root' Tree Giveaway
- Feasibility study for new recreation or community facilities
- Pilot project for seasonal decorating in Pioneer Park
- Adoption of March 18, 2024 minutes
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after a resolution to exclude the public. The only substantive item is a discussion with municipal officers about objectives, measures, and progress reports for preparing the annual municipal report. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including adoption of the agenda and appointment of an acting corporate officer.
- Resolution to exclude the public under section 90(1)(l) of the Community Charter for annual report discussions
- Appointment of General Manager of Corporate Services as Acting Corporate Officer
- Meeting held at Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
This agenda for the Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee meeting on April 11, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and prior minutes, then hear reports on several youth-related initiatives. New business includes a presentation on the Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force, plus verbal updates on the Youth Summit, Youth Week Basketball Tournament, and Youth Scholarship Selection Process. The meeting is largely informational with no major decisions or budget items listed.
- Presentation on Mayor's Arts and Business Coalition Task Force by Manager of Economic Development
- Youth Summit update from Recreation Coordinator and working group
- Youth Week Basketball Tournament update from Recreation Coordinator and working group
- Youth Scholarship Selection Process update from Recreation Coordinator
- Adoption of March 13, 2024 draft minutes
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will immediately close to the public. Council will consider a resolution to exclude the public to discuss land acquisition or disposition and solicitor-client privileged advice. The agenda includes a closed land disposition item and a city manager update, both to be discussed behind closed doors.
- Resolution to exclude public under Community Charter s.90(1)(e) for land acquisition/disposition
- Resolution to exclude public under s.90(1)(i) for solicitor-client privileged advice
- Closed item: Land Disposition
- Closed item: City Manager Update
- Adoption of minutes from March 26, 2024 closed meeting
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a rezoning application for 1035 Ioco Road, endorsing criteria for when public hearings are not required, and a postponed motion about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The consent agenda bundles approvals for the rezoning, a Metro 2050 land use notification, public hearing criteria, an archival feasibility study, and a purple flag permit. Council will also hear a delegation about a piano proposal for the Inlet Theatre Music Series and consider a proclamation for the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia.
- Rezoning (RS1-S) at 1035 Ioco Road by Grayden Developments Ltd. — first, second, and third reading of Bylaw No. 3451, no public hearing
- Endorse criteria for not requiring public hearings, including Suter Brook Village CD93 and Suter Brook Greenway P1 rezones
- Postponed motion calling on Canada to help end Israel-Palestine conflict and create safe dialogue spaces
- Authorize Highway Use Permit and fee waiver for purple flags on St. Johns Street on April 14, 2024
- Proclamation request for International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
Land Use Committee
This agenda for the Port Moody Land Use Committee meeting on April 8, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a template with no substantive content.
- No agenda items listed
- No decisions or proposals identified
- No attachments or reports referenced
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee is meeting electronically to adopt its agenda and March minutes, then hear three presentations: Port Moody Fire Rescue on community safety, a volunteer recruitment website review, and the Seniors Try It Week schedule. No decisions beyond routine adoption are listed.
- Port Moody Fire Rescue presentation by Deputy Fire Chief and Lieutenant
- Volunteer Recruitment Website Review verbal report
- Seniors Try It Week schedule verbal report
- Adoption of March 7, 2024 draft minutes
- Meeting held via Zoom webinar; in-person viewing at Brovold Room, City Hall
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then discuss several new business items. These include committee engagement with an Arts and Business Council project task force, draft topics for business roundtables, a big data update, Spike Awards, and an economic development guide for the Land Use Committee. Staff updates and adjournment round out the agenda.
- Arts and Business Council Project Task Force committee engagement
- Business roundtables draft topics
- Big data update (verbal report)
- Spike Awards discussion
- Economic Development Guide for Land Use Committee representative
Arts and Business Council Project Task Force
The Arts and Business Council Project Task Force is meeting to adopt its agenda and begin its work. Members will review the draft terms of reference, receive a staff presentation on the project's background and purpose, and provide feedback on proposed questions and stakeholder list. The meeting is largely introductory and procedural, with no decisions on funding or contracts on the agenda.
- Adoption of agenda
- Review of Terms of Reference for Arts and Business Council Project Task Force
- Staff presentation on Arts and Business Council project overview
- Feedback on proposed questions and stakeholder list
- Discussion of schedule for future task force meetings
Special Council
This is a special council meeting called solely to reconsider a motion carried at the March 26, 2024 regular council meeting, under section 131 of the Community Charter. The only substantive item is the reconsideration of the 'Free Palestine Tri-Cities' motion; the rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, land acknowledgement, agenda adoption, adjournment).
- Reconsideration of motion 'Free Palestine Tri-Cities' under section 131 of the Community Charter
Advisory Design Panel
This agenda for the Port Moody Advisory Design Panel meeting on 2024-03-28 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, and to receive updates on new business, including a presentation on BC Hydro electric vehicle charging stations at the recreation centre and verbal reports on engaging underrepresented groups and an outreach review working group. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions listed on substantive items.
- BC Hydro EV charging station presentation for Recreation Centre
- Engagement with underrepresented groups in the community (verbal report)
- Outreach and Engagement Review Working Group update (verbal report)
- Adoption of February 28, 2024 minutes
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after an initial open portion. Council will consider adopting the agenda, then vote to exclude the public to discuss labour relations, land disposition, and proposed municipal services. The meeting is largely procedural, with all substantive items handled in closed session.
- Resolution to exclude public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c), (e), and (k)
- Closed discussion on labour relations (6.1)
- Closed discussions on proposed municipal services (6.2, 6.3)
- Closed discussion on land disposition (6.4)
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on March 5 and March 12, 2024
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a rezoning application for a single-family property at 1120 Glenayre Drive, renewal of the city's UBCM membership, and a two-year agreement extension for the Inlet Theatre Music Series. The agenda also includes public input, adoption of minutes, and possible proclamations for Green Shirt Day and Apraxia Awareness Day.
- OCP and zoning bylaw amendments for 1120 Glenayre Drive (Bylaws 3450 and 3449) to be read a first and second time and referred to a public hearing
- Renewal of Union of BC Municipalities membership with annual dues of $15,485.19
- Two-year/season agreement extension with Inlet Theatre Music Series organizers for up to eight rentals per year on a cost recovery basis
- Amendments to LMLGA resolutions on shelter for homeless and tree canopy/climate goals
- Proclamation requests for Green Shirt Day (April 7) and Apraxia Awareness Day (May 14)
Climate Action Committee
This agenda for the Port Moody Climate Action Committee meeting on March 25, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a placeholder with no actionable content for residents.
- No agenda items listed
- No reports, motions, or presentations included
- No dollar amounts or project names present
- Meeting date: March 25, 2024
Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee will hear presentations and consider recommendations on the Tri-Cities Zero Emission Mobility Plan, endorse participation in a provincially-led electric kick scooter pilot project, and endorse speed hump installations on three streets. The committee will also receive a presentation on Barnet Highway/Ioco Road/Dewdney Trunk Road intersection improvements and adopt the previous meeting's minutes.
- Endorse participation in provincially-led Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project (personal and shared devices)
- Endorse speed hump installations on St. George Street (Hugh to Williams), Parkside Drive (Eagle to Eagle Pass), Henry Street (Grant to Moody)
- Presentation on Tri-Cities Zero Emission Mobility Plan
- Presentation on Barnet Highway/Ioco Road/Dewdney Trunk Road Intersection Improvements
- Adopt minutes of February 21, 2024 meeting
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee is meeting to consider a development permit application (DP000062) for Coronation Park by Wesgroup Properties, specifically whether to waive the Advisory Design Panel referral. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Development Permit DP000062 for Coronation Park (Wesgroup Properties) with options to refer, waive, or use written responses from the Advisory Design Panel
- Adoption of the February 20, 2024 committee minutes
- Referral of committee resolutions to the Council Standing Committee meeting on March 19, 2024
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is meeting to receive a March 2024 update on the Corporate Project Plan and to consider endorsing a Zero Emission Fleet Strategy. The committee will vote on a recommendation to establish a $100,000 capital project, funded from the Equipment Replacement Reserve, to buy two electric pool vehicles for the city fleet. It will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting, and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- $100,000 capital project for two EV pool vehicles from Equipment Replacement Reserve
- Endorsement of Zero Emission Fleet Strategy report dated September 25, 2023
- Corporate Project Plan – March 2024 Update received for information
- Adoption of draft minutes from February 20, 2024 meeting
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee for ratification
Governance and Legislation Committee
The Governance and Legislation Committee is meeting to consider housekeeping updates to the Written Public Input policy, a new consolidated City Awards policy, and changes to the Advisory Design Panel's terms of reference. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and refer any approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Amend Corporate Policy 01-0550-2023-01 (Public Input – Written) as per March 19, 2024 memo
- Approve new City Awards policy (01-0290-2024-01), rescinding four existing award policies
- Dissolve COVID-19 Community Service Award; future nominations considered for Exemplary Civic Service Award
- Increase Freedom of the City Award personal gift amount to $500 starting in 2025
- Adjust Advisory Design Panel Terms of Reference and bring to future Council meeting
Council Standing Committee
The Council Standing Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, receive public input, then recess into three standing committees. The committees will discuss a corporate project plan update, a zero-emissions fleet strategy, housekeeping updates to the written public input policy, a draft city awards policy, the Advisory Design Panel's form and function, and a development permit waiver request for Coronation Park by Wesgroup Properties. The committee will reconvene to ratify any recommendations approved by the standing committees.
- Zero Emissions Fleet Strategy Report
- Development Permit (ADP Waiver Request) – Coronation Park (Wesgroup Properties)
- Draft City Awards Policy
- Written Public Input Corporate Policy – Housekeeping Updates
- Corporate Project Plan – March 2024 Update
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee is meeting to hear updates and presentations on several projects, including the Inlet Park redevelopment, a pilot project assessment on responsible liquor consumption in public places, and an invasive species management strategy. The committee will also review its workplan and adopt the agenda and previous minutes. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and information.
- Inlet Park Redevelopment Project Update presentation
- Responsible Liquor Consumption in Public Places pilot project assessment
- Invasive Species Management Strategy presentation
- Review of Committee Workplan
- Adoption of Jan 15, 2024 minutes
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee will meet to adopt the agenda and minutes, then hear updates on Heritage Week 2024, National Indigenous Peoples Day, and initial discussions on an archival feasibility study. The meeting is largely informational, with no major decisions or budget items on the agenda.
- Adoption of agenda and February 8, 2024 minutes
- Presentation on 'Inspirations' by Manager of Policy Planning
- Heritage Week 2024 update from organizers and attendees
- Verbal report on National Indigenous Peoples Day
- Initial discussions on archival feasibility study with Roybn Biggar
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then hear verbal updates on Pink Shirt Day, Black History Month, the Youth Summit, Youth Week, and planning for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. They will also consider appointing a committee representative to the Parks and Environment Committee. The agenda is mostly routine updates and one appointment decision.
- Appointment of a Youth Focus Committee representative to the 2024 Parks and Environment Committee
- Verbal updates on Pink Shirt Day and Black History Month working groups
- Youth Summit update from working group and Recreation Coordinator
- Youth Week event update from Recreation Coordinator
- Planning for 2024 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Regular Council
Port Moody Council will consider adopting several bylaws including a new Animal Control Bylaw, a Council Code of Conduct, and a Fees Bylaw housekeeping amendment. They will also decide on a remedial action requirement for 627 Ioco Road, receive a report on provincial housing initiatives, and consider motions on public engagement and traffic improvements. The meeting includes standard items like committee appointments and public input.
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will immediately move into a closed session after a resolution to exclude the public. The closed items include solicitor-client privileged advice, preliminary negotiations for a proposed municipal service, and committee appointments. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions scheduled.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (i), and (k)
- Closed discussion of solicitor-client privilege (6.1)
- Closed discussion of proposed provision of a municipal service (6.2)
- Closed discussion of committee appointments (6.3)
- Adoption of minutes from the February 27, 2024 closed meeting
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then discuss several items: a presentation on environment projects, appointing a representative to the Parks and Environment Committee, volunteer recruitment, and planning for Seniors Try It Week. No final decisions are expected on the discussion items.
- Appointment of Seniors Focus Committee representative to Parks and Environment Committee for 2024
- Discussion of draft Volunteer Activity Leaders role
- Discussion of Seniors Try It Week draft timetable and community partners
- Presentation by Environmental Technicians on environment projects and engagement opportunities
- Adoption of February 1, 2024 minutes
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee will meet to discuss several economic development items, including the 2024 Spike Awards, an economic impact study of the Arts Centre, business workshops, and a new economic development microsite. The committee will also consider appointing a representative to the Land Use Committee. Most items are for discussion or verbal reports, with no major decisions expected beyond routine agenda and minutes adoption.
- 2024 Spike Awards verbal report
- Economic Impact of Arts Centre Study memo
- Business workshops and Fall Business Roundtable memo
- Economic Development Microsite (Port Moody Business Hub)
- Appointment of Land Use Committee representative
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting held primarily to close the public portion and move into closed session. Council will consider a resolution to exclude the public under sections 90(1)(c) and (k) of the Community Charter, covering labour relations and preliminary negotiations about a proposed municipal service. The agenda includes two closed items on these topics, with no public decisions expected.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c) and (k)
- Closed item 6.1: Employee relations and proposed provision of a municipal service
- Closed item 6.2: Proposed provision of a municipal service
Special Council
This is a special Council meeting focused on the 2024 Five-Year Financial Plan budget deliberations. Council will consider directing staff to prepare the 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw with a specified budget increase, the amount to be determined during the meeting. The agenda includes public input and standard procedural items.
- 2024-2028 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw preparation
- 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw preparation
- 2024 budget increase amount to be set (blank in agenda)
- Public input period (verbal and written submissions)
Land Use Committee
This agenda for the Port Moody Land Use Committee meeting on March 4, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated template with no substantive content.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then hear verbal reports on the City Accessibility Plan update and facility accessibility improvements, working group guidelines, and an update on language services. The meeting is largely informational with no decisions listed beyond adopting the agenda and minutes.
- Adoption of agenda and January 24, 2024 minutes
- City Accessibility Plan update and facility accessibility improvements (verbal report)
- Working group guidelines and confirmation (verbal report and discussion)
- Update on language services (verbal report)
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will immediately close to the public to discuss several exempt matters. Council will consider adopting the agenda, then vote to exclude the public under the Community Charter to address land acquisition/disposition, potential litigation, solicitor-client advice, and preliminary negotiations for municipal services. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public discussion items.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(e), (g), (i), and (k)
- Closed discussion on potential litigation and solicitor-client privilege (6.1)
- Closed discussion on proposed provision of a municipal service (6.2 and 6.4)
- Closed discussion on land disposition (6.3)
- Closed discussion on solicitor-client privilege (6.5)
Regular Council
Port Moody Council will consider a rezoning application for a mixed-use commercial and rental residential development at 3121-3127 St. Johns Street and 110-118 James Road, including first and second reading of the rezoning bylaw and referral to a public hearing. The agenda also includes adoption of several bylaws, approval of committee work plans, a development variance permit for Suncor, and a lighting request for solidarity with Palestinian women and people.
- Rezoning Bylaw No. 3408 for 3121-3127 St. Johns Street and 110-118 James Road (Anthem LMV James Road Holdings Ltd.)
- Development Variance Permit DVP00019 for 1155 Glenayre Drive (Suncor)
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 3445 (Credit Card Merchant Fee Recovery amendment)
- Three readings of Animal Control Bylaw No. 3343 and MTIA Amendment Bylaw No. 3345
- New Council Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 3448 (three readings)
Climate Action Committee
The Port Moody Climate Action Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from January 22, 2024. New business includes a verbal report on final KPI recommendations, presentations on extreme weather, climate action project updates, and housekeeping bylaw updates related to climate action. Staff updates and adjournment round out the agenda.
- Final KPI Recommendations report
- Extreme weather presentation
- Summary of climate action project updates
- Housekeeping bylaw updates related to climate action
- Adoption of January 22, 2024 minutes
Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Design Panel is meeting to review and potentially endorse a Phase A development permit application for Coronation Park submitted by Wesgroup Properties. The panel will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The main decision is whether to endorse the project as presented, with conditions, or not at all.
- Phase A Development Permit Application for Coronation Park by Wesgroup Properties
- Review of Coronation Park Design Guidelines (Draft)
- Building and landscape architecture plans for two buildings
- Arborist site assessment and sustainability report cards for Buildings 1 and 2
- Adoption of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes
Transportation Committee
The Port Moody Transportation Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from January 17, 2024, and to receive verbal reports from the Transportation Engineer on the Transportation Accessibility Program and Traffic Calming Initiatives Prioritization. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and information.
- Adoption of February 21, 2024 agenda
- Adoption of January 17, 2024 minutes
- Verbal report: Transportation Accessibility Program
- Verbal report: Traffic Calming Initiatives Prioritization
- Staff updates
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee will consider approving a new Natural Asset Management Policy and endorsing a related strategy, which would also add a natural asset statement to the 2023 financial statements. The committee will also receive an update on the Corporate Project Plan for February 2024. The meeting includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes, and referral of resolutions to the Council Standing Committee.
- Approve Corporate Policy 05-2020-2023-01 – Natural Asset Management Policy
- Endorse Natural Asset Management Strategy and refer to staff for action
- Include a natural asset statement in the 2023 Financial Statements
- Receive Corporate Project Plan – February 2024 Update for information
- Refer committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee for ratification
Council Standing Committee
This is the agenda for the February 20, 2024 Council Standing Committee meeting, which will adopt the agenda and minutes, receive public input, then recess into four standing committees. The committees will discuss and make recommendations on items including a transit-oriented development rezoning in Moody Centre, the 2024 budget, a new animal control bylaw, and other policy matters. After the committees report, the council will vote to ratify their recommendations.
- Early input on Official Community Plan amendment and rezoning for transit-oriented development at Moody Centre (Beedie Living)
- 2024 Budget Update and Deliberations, including 2024 Budget Consultation Summary
- Port Moody Police Board 2024-2028 Financial Plan
- New Animal Control Bylaw, No. 3343
- Contract Awards Over $200,000 (January 1-31, 2024)
City Initiatives and Planning Committee
The City Initiatives and Planning Committee is holding an early-input discussion on an Official Community Plan amendment and rezoning for transit-oriented development at Moody Centre, proposed by Beedie Living. The committee will consider staff and applicant comments and may refer its recommendations to the Council Standing Committee for ratification. The rest of the agenda is routine adoption of agenda and minutes.
- Early input on OCP amendment and rezoning for Moody Centre (Beedie Living) transit-oriented development
- Two sites involved: main site and second site, with zoning and height designation maps attached
- Includes sustainability report card and Engage Port Moody public engagement summary
- Recommendation to refer committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee on same date
Governance and Legislation Committee
The Governance and Legislation Committee is meeting to discuss two main items: a proposed new Animal Control Bylaw No. 3343 and a review of the Sound Level Bylaw No. 1399. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Recommendations from this meeting will be referred to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- New Animal Control Bylaw No. 3343, with draft bylaw and amendment to MTIA Bylaw No. 3218
- Sound Level Bylaw Review No. 1399 (1980), verbal report by Mayor Lahti
- Adoption of minutes from November 21, 2023 meeting
- Referral of committee resolutions to Council Standing Committee
Finance Committee
The Port Moody Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend items including a proposed alternative tax collection scheme, funding for the 2024 Taste of the Tri-Cities event, and several financial reports. The committee will also receive updates on the 2024 budget, police board financial plan, and contract awards. Recommendations made here will be referred to the Council Standing Committee for ratification.
- Approve up to $2,940 from Council Contingency Fund for 2024 Taste of the Tri-Cities
- Direct staff to include alternative tax collection scheme in 2024 tax rates bylaw with July 2, 2024 due date and 5% penalties
- Receive Port Moody Police Board 2024-2028 Financial Plan for information
- Receive 2024 Budget Consultation Summary and 2024 Budget Update and Deliberations
- Receive list of contract awards over $200,000 for January 2024
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee will review verbal reports regarding several upcoming initiatives. These updates include progress on Pink Shirt Day, Black History Month, the Youth Summit, and Youth Week.
- Pink Shirt Day working group update
- Black History Month working group update
- Youth Summit working group update
- Youth Week event report
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will immediately close to the public to discuss several exempt matters. The agenda includes adopting minutes from four prior closed meetings and items related to legal advice, municipal services, and personnel. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a), (i), (k), and (l)
- Adoption of minutes from closed meetings on Dec 14, 2023; Dec 18, 2023; Jan 9, 2024; Jan 23, 2024
- Two items on solicitor-client privilege (90(1)(i))
- Item on proposed provision of a municipal service (90(1)(k))
- Item on municipal objectives, measures, and progress reports (90(1)(l))
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to handle routine business and several substantive items. They will vote on consent agenda items including new pickleball courts at Town Centre Park, a housing agreement bylaw for properties on St. Johns and St. George Streets, and amendments to the credit card merchant fee recovery bylaw. Council will also debate five motions on housing, tree protection, rental standards, and a Youth Climate Corps.
- Build three new pickleball courts at Town Centre Park using approved capital and Growing Communities Reserve Fund
- Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 3433 for 3101-3103 St. Johns St., 3104-3112 St. George St., 123-129 Buller St. (Pooni Group) - rescind and re-read as amended
- Amend Credit Card Merchant Fee Recovery Bylaw No. 3241 (Amendment Bylaw No. 3445)
- Motion to advocate for tree canopy and climate goals in Bill 44
- Motion to update rental protection policies to prevent net loss of secondary rental stock
Parks and Environment Committee
The Parks and Environment Committee will review its 2024 workplan, receive an update on the Inlet Field project and provide input on the Inlet Fieldhouse design, and review feedback from the 2022-2023 Alcohol in Parks pilot project. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Review of 2024 committee workplan
- Update on Inlet Field project and input on Inlet Fieldhouse design
- Review and feedback on Alcohol in Parks pilot project (2022-2023)
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then hear verbal reports on several topics: Inspirations, Heritage Register updates, Heritage Week, an Oceanfront Development Heritage discussion, and a City of the Arts Strategy discussion. No decisions are listed; all new business items are for discussion only.
- Adoption of agenda and January 11, 2024 minutes
- Verbal report: Inspirations (Cultural Services)
- Verbal report: Heritage Register updates (Policy Planning)
- Verbal report: Oceanfront Development Heritage discussion
- Verbal report: City of the Arts Strategy discussion
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee will discuss the 2024 work plan and receive updates on the Big Data Working Group. Members will also review Spike Awards planning and a heavy industrial land study.
- 2024 Economic Development and Tourism Committee Work Plan verbal report
- Big Data Working Group update
- Review of 2023 Spike Awards and 2024 planning
- Heavy Industrial Land Study memo
- Appointment of a liaison for the Land Use Committee
Public Hearing
This is a public hearing for City of Port Moody Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 74, 2023, No. 3376, which makes housekeeping amendments to the Zoning Bylaw, 2018, No. 2937. The hearing includes a statement of procedure, presentations, and public input. Council will then consider referring the bylaw to a Special Council meeting on February 6, 2024.
- Public hearing on Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 74, 2023, No. 3376 (housekeeping amendments)
- Recommendation to refer bylaw to Special Council meeting on February 6, 2024
- Meeting held in Council Chambers at 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody
Special Council (with PH)
This special council meeting follows a public hearing and focuses on one item: giving third reading and adopting Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 3376, which makes housekeeping amendments to the City of Port Moody Zoning Bylaw, 2018, No. 2937. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive business listed.
- Third reading and adoption of Zoning Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 3376 (housekeeping amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 2937)
Land Use Committee
The Land Use Committee will discuss an Official Community Plan (OCP) amendment and rezoning application submitted by Beedie. The proposal involves multiple sites located at 2806 Spring St., 3060-3092 Spring St., and 80-85 Electronic Ave.
- OCP Amendment and Rezoning Application for 2806, 3060-3092 Spring St., and 80-85 Electronic Ave (Beedie)
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, then discuss revisiting revised work plan dates, older adult engagement through volunteerism, and special events committee involvement. Staff updates will also be provided. The meeting is largely routine with no major decisions expected.
- Revisit revised workplan dates for input
- Discussion on older adult engagement and volunteerism
- Discussion on special events committee involvement
- Adoption of January 4, 2024 minutes
- Staff updates
Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Design Panel will review two major development proposals for endorsement. The panel will also appoint its 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair.
- OCP Amendment, rezoning, and development permit for 3060-3092 Spring St, 80-85 Electronic Ave, and 2806 Spring (Beedie)
- Phase 1 Development Permit Application for Coronation Park (Wesgroup Properties)
- Appointment of Steve Peng as Chair of the 2024 Advisory Design Panel
- Appointment of Megan Chalmers as Vice-Chair of the 2024 Advisory Design Panel
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee
The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Committee will conduct an orientation and review a workplan overview. The meeting also includes the adoption of the current agenda and previous minutes from November 22, 2023.
- Adoption of the January 24, 2024 agenda
- Adoption of the November 22, 2023 meeting minutes
- Workplan overview report
- Committee orientation
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to decide on several items, including adopting a zoning amendment and development permit for 2804-2808 St. George Street, approving a pilot project for priority recreation registration for residents, and authorizing a grant application for emergency support services. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes, receiving committee minutes, and a proclamation request for Wear Red Canada Day.
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3410 and Development Permit DP000053 for 2804-2808 St. George Street
- Approval of pilot project for priority recreation registration for Port Moody residents, effective Summer 2024
- Authorization to apply for up to $30,000 UBCM Emergency Support Services grant
- Request to host Canada Day headliner on June 30, 2024, with Golden Spike Days Society
- Decision on whether to allow 'Sue Big Oil' delegation despite non-jurisdictional policy
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after the initial open portion. Council will consider a resolution to exclude the public to discuss personal information, land acquisition/disposition, solicitor-client advice, and preliminary negotiations for a municipal service. No decisions are expected to be made in the open session.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(b), (e), (i), and (k)
- Closed discussion on personal information (award or anonymous gift)
- Closed discussion on land disposition and proposed municipal service
- Closed discussion on solicitor-client privileged advice
Climate Action Committee
The Port Moody Climate Action Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and previous minutes, then hear staff reports on the workplan, the Phase Two Climate Action Implementation Strategy, and proposed revisions to key performance indicators for the annual climate action report. The meeting is largely procedural and informational, with no decisions on specific projects or funding.
- Adoption of November 27, 2023 meeting minutes
- Verbal report on workplan and Phase Two Implementation Strategy
- Update on revising KPIs for Climate Action Plan annual report
- Staff updates and committee orientation
Transportation Committee
The Port Moody Transportation Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, then receive verbal reports on transportation plans and policies, the draft 2024 work plan, and a Panorama Drive active school travel planning improvement. The meeting is largely informational and procedural, with no decisions listed on the agenda.
- Adoption of November 15, 2023 minutes
- Verbal report: Transportation and traffic related plans and policies overview
- Verbal report: Draft 2024 work plan
- Verbal report: Panorama Drive Active School Travel Planning Improvement
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is deciding on a loan authorization of up to $1,552,250 from the Municipal Finance Authority to replace fire apparatus, repaid over 20 years. It will also consider donating two surplus fire vehicles to volunteer departments, and receive a memo on contract awards over $200,000 from late 2023. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and prior minutes, and referral of approved recommendations to the Council Standing Committee.
- Borrow up to $1,552,250 from Municipal Finance Authority for fire apparatus replacement, repaid over 20 years
- Donate surplus 1999 American LaFrance fire engine to Loon Lake Volunteer Fire Department
- Donate surplus 1997 Freightliner Rescue Truck to Lytton Village Volunteer Fire Department
- Receive memo on contract awards over $200,000 from November 1 to December 31, 2023
- Adopt minutes of November 21, 2023 Finance Committee meeting
Council Standing Committee
This is the agenda for the January 16, 2024 Council Standing Committee meeting in Port Moody. The committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, receive public input, then recess into Finance and Strategic Priorities committees to discuss new business. The Finance Committee will consider a surplus fire apparatus donation request, equipment financing for a rescue unit, and contract awards over $200,000 from November–December 2023. The Strategic Priorities Committee will discuss the Corporate Project Plan update and a Public Art Policy discussion. The meeting will reconvene to ratify any recommendations from those committees.
- Surplus Fire Apparatus Donation Request
- Equipment Financing Loan Authorization – Rescue Unit
- Contract Awards Over $200,000 – November 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023
- Corporate Project Plan – Jan 2024 Update and New Project Proposals
- Public Art Policy Discussion
Strategic Priorities Committee
The Strategic Priorities Committee is meeting to consider new project proposals and discuss public art policy. The main decisions are approving three new projects at staff-recommended priority levels, including a pay parking project, a Truth and Reconciliation crosswalk, and a Mayor's Invitational Youth Summit with a $9,200 budget. The committee will also discuss the Public Art Policy and related master plan.
- Pay Parking project proposed at Strategic Project Priority Level 1
- Truth and Reconciliation Crosswalk proposed at Strategic Project Priority Level 2
- Mayor's Invitational Youth Summit proposed at Strategic Project Priority Level 1 with $9,200 budget from New Initiatives Reserve
- Public Art Policy discussion with Art in Public Spaces Master Plan
- Adoption of November 21, 2023 committee minutes
Parks and Environment Committee
This is a procedural meeting of the Parks and Environment Committee. The agenda includes adopting the agenda and minutes from the November 20, 2023 meeting, followed by introductions, an orientation presentation, and a verbal workplan overview. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Adoption of minutes from November 20, 2023 meeting
- Orientation presentation by Legislative Services Coordinator
- Workplan overview by Staff Liaison
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee is holding a routine meeting to adopt its agenda and the minutes from November 9, 2023. New business includes introductions, an orientation presentation, and a verbal workplan overview from the staff liaison. No substantive decisions or proposals are on the agenda.
- Adoption of January 11, 2024 agenda
- Adoption of November 9, 2023 draft minutes
- Orientation presentation by Legislative Services Coordinator
- Verbal workplan overview by Staff Liaison
Youth Focus Committee
The Youth Focus Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, then receive verbal updates from working groups and staff on Pink Shirt Day, Black History Month, youth scholarship applications, and the Youth Summit Planning Committee. No decisions or proposals are listed beyond routine adoption items.
- Adoption of agenda and minutes from November 8, 2023
- Verbal update: Pink Shirt Day Working Group
- Verbal update: Black History Month Working Group
- Verbal update: Youth Scholarship Applications
- Verbal update: Youth Summit Planning Committee
Special Council (to Close)
This is a special council meeting that will be closed to the public after a resolution to exclude the public. The closed session will address land dispositions, proposed municipal services, and employee relations, as permitted under the Community Charter. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from a previous closed meeting.
- Resolution to exclude the public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c), (e), and (k)
- Closed discussion on land disposition and proposed municipal service (6.1)
- Closed discussion on land disposition (6.2)
- Closed discussions on proposed municipal services (6.3, 6.4)
- Closed discussion on employee relations (6.5)
Regular Council
Port Moody Council is meeting to decide on several items, including adopting a zoning amendment for 2804-2808 St. George Street, approving up to $50,000 for updated Official Community Plan engagement, and renewing FCM membership. They will also consider a motion to advocate for shelter integration in new housing near transit.
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3410 for 2804-2808 St. George Street (RM4) and issuance of Development Permit DP000053
- Approval of up to $50,000 from New Initiatives Reserve for updated OCP engagement approach
- Renewal of FCM membership with annual dues of $8,274.79
- Three readings of Rezoning Bylaw No. 3441 for 2346 Clarke Street (C3)
- Motion to advocate for shelter integration into mandated housing near transit
Land Use Committee
The agenda for the Port Moody Land Use Committee meeting on January 8, 2024, contains only boilerplate text and no substantive items. There are no listed decisions, discussions, or public hearings.
Seniors Focus Committee
The Seniors Focus Committee is holding a routine meeting to adopt the agenda and the draft minutes from November 2, 2023. New business includes introductions, an orientation presentation, and a verbal workplan overview. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Adoption of agenda for January 4, 2024 meeting
- Adoption of draft minutes from November 2, 2023
- Orientation presentation by Legislative Services Coordinator
- Workplan overview by Staff Liaison
Economic Development and Tourism Committee
The Economic Development and Tourism Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and prior minutes, receive orientation on council policies and code of conduct, and review a draft 2024 work plan. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Adoption of November 1, 2023 draft minutes
- Orientation on Council Committee System Policy and Code of Conduct for Advisory Bodies
- Review of Draft 2024 Economic Development and Tourism Committee Work Plan v2
- Staff updates