Present: Mayor Sue Phillips

Councillor Sue Brookes

Councillor Beryl Ludwig

Councillor Earl Shipmaker

Councillor Hubert van Berkel

Councillor Tony Vetter

Councillor Dee Wejr

Administrator Maggie Knox

Planner Rob Smailes, NORD

Treasurer Geri Ferguson

Public Works Superintendent Alf Soros

Recording Secretary Bettyann Kennedy

The Press & Public

Mayor Phillips read the rules of procedure for the evening’s public hearing.

Mayor Phillips introduced the following bylaws, the first two of which apply to Lot 1, Plan KAP61900, DL150, K.D.Y.D. (North Enderby Distribution):

Lot 1, Plan KAP61900, DL 150, K.D.Y.D. (North Enderby Distribution) from Tourist and Commercial to Service Commercial

Lot 1, Plan KAP61900, DL 150, K.D.Y.D. (North Enderby Distribution) from Tourist and Commercial Zone (C.2) to Service Commercial Zone (C.4)

To amend Section 503.11.b of the City of Enderby Zoning Bylaw 966 to allow outdoor storage of lumber products in the Service Commercial Zone

The Planner outlined the purpose and effect of each bylaw.

The Administrator read the following letters into the record:

• David and Julie Warhurst of Cobweb’s Antiques 200 George Street — letter of opposition dated September 16, 2004
• Allan Baird of Baird Bros. Ltd. — letter of support dated September 28, 2004
• Sam Polson of Schapol Logging Ltd. — letter of support dated September 28, 2004
• Derrek Hahn of Canadian 4 x 4 Recyclers and Enderby Glass 1999 — letter of support dated September 28, 2004
• Bruce O. Schuert of Mountain View Plumbing and Heating — letter of support dated September 28, 2004
• Helen McDonnell of 707 1^st Avenue — letter of opposition dated September 30, 2004
• Wayne L. Alton of 723549 Alberta Ltd. — letter of opposition dated September 30, 2004

Mayor Phillips invited comment from the public regarding the above noted bylaws.

Ted Decock of Western Budget Motel - 301 George Street stated that he has built several buildings in Enderby. He feels that more taxes will be lost from neighbouring business than what the City will collect from this one lumber yard. His offer to purchase the said property was not accepted and feels that it is suspicious that there are no subjects attached to the applicant’s offer to purchase.

Wayne L. Alton of Brentwood Gardens and Rosewood Lodge — 109 George Street is a lawyer who has spent 3 years researching prior to his offer to purchase 301 George Street for an assisted living facility. He is surprised that he did not get notice of the Public Hearings. The demographics of a large senior population in Enderby supports a need for assisted living. There has been effort made towards beautification of the south entrance to the City. Why would Council oppose the specialists and planners on this matter? Actions of Council warrant a challenge through litigation re: voting against Bylaw 1351, then voting to consider only when an odd number of Councillors are present. This action disenfranchises your own Councillor. The purchaser has an unconditional offer on the property. Why, unless they know this will pass. It doesn’t make sense. 301 George Street is well suited to long term care and would employ housekeeping, cooking, landscaping, and medical personnel. This would provide employment and would benefit the City. He has negotiated his offer at $250,000 less if he is to operate the property as a motel. Why can’t the applicant find another location? Enderby does not need highway exposure to store lumber. What is the best use of the property? It is not a lumber yard. Why can’t the lumber yard find another location in the community? Council should look at the best use of the property. A lumber yard in this location in not in the best interest of the community.

Gardner Shaw of 115 Cliffview Drive supports the creation of jobs and development. He is opposed to changing the Official Community Plan designation. He feels that this business should be located on land zoned Industrial.

Duane Baumle, applicant offered comments as both a private citizen and a corporate citizen. Mr. Baumle told of the rich history of the lumber industry in Enderby and the success stories from this business. The new mural at the Credit Union depicts early Enderby with a sawmill in the background. He reminded the gallery to remember where Enderby came from and the importance that logging has and will play on its economy. As a corporate citizen, Mr. Baumle addressed the concerns that have been presented by residents:

• Aesthetics — There will be fencing on the north, west & south boundaries of the property. Trees will be planted on the north end bordering on the motel property.
• Storage — The lumber will be finished and wrapped. Rough lumber will only be placed along the eastern portion of the property if required. The site will be clean, organized and properly stacked. The height of the lumber will not exceed 14 feet.
• Noise — Operational hours of 7:00 — 3:30 is working out well. If those hours change, they will be within city guidelines. Trucks are noisy, but have already been operating on the adjoining property. There will be little to no traffic next to the motel.

Mr. Baumle is insulted by the term "eye-sore". His business is not a lumber yard nor a trucking business. His product is specialty lumber products which are shipped around the world with "Manufactured in Enderby, B.C." on all packaging. Most of the lumber stored will be finished, wrapped lumber. If there’s a need to store rough lumber, it will be stored on the east part of the property. He noted that back in March when he proposed to use the old highways works yard, no one showed up to the Public Hearing. He obtained approval and as a result, his business expanded. He pointed out that north Kelowna and Winfield is growing rapidly at the expense of communities like Enderby. He feels that it is possible for industry and tourism to co-exist. All traffic will come and go on Old Vernon Road. Highway 97A will not be used in the foreseeable future. "Highways" will sign off on the rezoning on that basis. Operation on Old Vernon Road originally created 6-7 jobs. After 4 months it employed 11 full-time employees. With expansion, 20-25 people will be employed full time. North Enderby Distribution is working on an apprentice program and provides goo, well-paying, safe jobs for our youth.

Kathy Fabische of #2 — 130 Cliffview Lane stated that although not opposed to the business, she is concerned about the aesthetics. Stacked lumber on the highway is not a good advertisement for the City.

Travis Remple, Manager of North Enderby Distribution stated that this business is a great opportunity for Enderby and its youth. They have a program to work with young people to develop skills which will result in the young people staying in the community. He encouraged residents to drive by the property to see that it is a clean and tidy site. Prior companies in this industry have left a black mark. He asks that residents give this company a chance to prove that they run a good and clean business.

Wayne Alton readdressed Council. He wonders if this business is prepared to sign a Section 219 Covenant on height, noise, traffic and access issues. Has Council seen the plan? The real issue is noise. Where will the planer be located? He feels that nowhere on the property would be appropriate. He also expressed concern about the fire hazard due to combustibles, machinery and dust on the property.

Duane Baumle responded that the planer and re-saw will operate on the Old Vernon Road property. The request for re-zoning is purely for the purpose of storage. He stated that there are more serious fire issues elsewhere in the City.

There were no further comments or submissions relating to the above-noted bylaws.

The Public Hearing adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

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