THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF ENDERBY

Minutes of a Regular Meeting of Council held on Monday, May 7, 2007at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall.

Present: Mayor Sue Phillips
Councillor Brad Case
Councillor Howie Cyr
Councillor Beryl Ludwig
Councillor Tony Vetter
Councillor Dee Wejr

Administrator Maggie Knox
Planner Greg Routley, RDNO
Recording Secretary Bettyann Kennedy
The Press and Public

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Vetter that the agenda be approved as circulated.
Carried Unanimously

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

Public Meeting of April 2, 2007

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Cyr that the minutes of the public meeting of April 2, 2007 be adopted as circulated.
Carried Unanimously

Regular Meeting of April 16, 2007

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Cyr that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 16, 2007 be adopted as circulated.
Carried Unanimously

Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting of April 16, 2007

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Cyr that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 16, 2007 be adopted as circulated.
Carried Unanimously


DELEGATIONS

Sharon Webb, Co-Chair, Enderby in Bloom

Ms. Webb, on behalf of Enderby in Bloom, presented a cheque in the amount of $1,000.00 to be used towards flowers for the highway planters.

BYLAWS - 3rd Reading

City of Enderby Official Community Plan Designation Bylaw Amendment No. 1385, 2007
Changing designation from Country Residential and Residential Low Density to Country Residential, Park and Residential Low Density - That Part of DL 150 Shown on Amended Plan B1064 (DD257637F), KDYD, Except: (1) Plans 6200 and 17523 (2) Part Outlined Red on Plan B6558 and Lot 1, Sec 22, Twp 18, R 9, W6M, Plan KAP80826
142 Princess Street and 201 Francis Drive

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Vetter that Schedule “A” of City of Enderby Official Community Plan Designation Bylaw Amendment No. 1385, 2007 be amended by changing the designation of Rem Lot 1, Plan KAP80826 to Residential Low Density.
Carried Unanimously

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Cyr that City of Enderby Official Community Plan Designation Bylaw Amendment No. 1385, 2007 be given third reading as amended.
Carried Unanimously

City of Enderby Zoning Bylaw No. 966, 1987 Amendment Bylaw No. 1386, 2006
Rezoning from Country Residential (C.R) Zone to Country Residential (C.R) Zone, the Assembly, Civic and Public Services (S.1) Zone and Residential Single Family (R.1) Zone - That Part of DL Shown on Amended Plan B1064 (DD257637F), KDYD, Except: (1) Plans 6200 and 17523 (2) Part Outlined Red on Plan B6558 and Lot 1, Sec 22, Twp 18, R 9, W6M, Plan KAP80826
142 Princess Street and 201 Francis Drive

Questions were raised with respect to the opportunities for the concerns raised at the Public Hearing to be addressed, as well as opportunities for further review by Council.

Staff responded as follows:

- The requirements of the Subdivision Servicing and Development Bylaw will have to be met prior to final subdivision approval, however, the Bylaw does not impose requirements for buffering;
- Council would not have an opportunity for further input or to receive further information unless adoption of the bylaws is withheld pending receipt of further information or if development variances are required;
- Should variances be applied for, Council and adjacent land owners would have the opportunity for further input, but only with respect to the specific variances requested.

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Case that City of Enderby Zoning Bylaw No. 966, 1987 Amendment Bylaw No. 1386, 2006 be given third reading.
Carried Unanimously

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES AND/OR UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Okanagan Valley Railway - Correspondence dated April 18, 2007
Re: Railway Line Maintenance

The Mayor and Administrator met with the General Manager of Okanagan Valley Railway. Surfacing of railway crossings is the responsibility of the City. One year's advance notice to the Railway is required. Concrete or rubber are the preferred materials to use for increased longevity and should be considered during budget deliberations.

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Ludwig that a copy of correspondence be forwarded to Ken Oakes.
Carried Unanimously

Dallas Wingerak - Correspondence dated May 2, 2007
Re: Development Variance Permit Application No. 06-0871-END-DVP
That Part of the NE _ (Plan B83), Sec 27, Twp 18, Range 9, W6M,
KDYD, Except Plans B6723 and 5907
132 West Enderby Road
Applicant: Jim and Margot Ludwig


The Administrator advised as follows:

- A revised site plan had been received from the applicants on May 1, 2007 and a revised PLR had been issued by the Approving Officer the following day;
- The Planner will now review the Development Variance Permit Application in relation to the revised PLR;
- There is a possibility that additional letters may need to be issued to adjacent land owners;
- Every attempt will be made to present an updated report to Council on May 22, 2007;
- Option of scheduling a Committee-of-the-Whole meeting prior to the Council meeting

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Cyr that the forthcoming Development Services Report be discussed at a Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting scheduled for 6:00 pm on May 22, 2007.
Carried Unanimously

Canada - British Columbia Municipal Rural Infrastructure Funding Application - Roads

The Administrator reported that additional information has been asked for and increased costs, particularly aggregate, has resulted in a need to amend the application by adding 15% to the budget , thus increasing the local share to $688,000. An alternate option would be to leave the application as submitted and reduce the amount of work to be done.

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Wejr that, due to increasing construction costs, the City of Enderby's application for Canada-British Columbia-Rural Infrastructure Fund Road Project #17353 for road improvements including sidewalk, curb and gutter on Cliffview Drive (including a traffic roundabout) Johnston Avenue and Stanley Avenue, as well as a greenhouse gas target emission study if required, be amended to reflect a total eligible project cost of $2,064,548.00, with the City's share of eligible project costs to be funded from the following sources:

Roads Capital Reserve 175,165
General Capital Reserve 224,524
Roads Capital Budget (2007 & 2008) 140,000
Sidewalk Improvement Budget (2007 & 2008) 70,000
Transfer from Surplus 78,494
Total local share of eligible project costs $688,183

AND FURTHER THAT the following ineligible costs be funded from the following sources:

General Operating Budget (wages and benefits) 14,150
GST Rebate 123,873
Carried Unanimously


BYLAWS - Adoption

Water Regulation and Rates Bylaw No. 1393, 2007

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Case that Water Regulation and Rates Bylaw No. 1393, 2007 be reconsidered and adopted.
Carried Unanimously



Sewer Frontage Tax Bylaw No. 1394, 2007

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Vetter that Sewer Frontage Tax Bylaw No. 1394, 2007 be reconsidered and adopted.
Carried Unanimously

Water Frontage Tax Bylaw No. 1395, 2007

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Wejr that Water Frontage Tax Bylaw No. 1395, 2007 be reconsidered and adopted.
Carried Unanimously

Sanitary Sewer Regulation and Rates Bylaw No. 1348, 2004 Amendment Bylaw No. 1396, 2007

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Cyr that Sanitary Sewer Regulation and Rates Bylaw No. 1348, 2004 Amendment Bylaw No. 1396, 2007 be reconsidered and adopted.
Carried Unanimously

Annual Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1397, 2007

Moved by Councillor Vetter, seconded by Councillor Cyr that Annual Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1397, 2007 be reconsidered and adopted.
Carried Unanimously

REPORTS

Councillor Case

- Attended OMMA convention. There were good speakers, particularly the Premier's address which was motivational rather than political.
- Funtastic group is about to start work on the Legionnaire's ball diamond at Riverside Park which will allow for both baseball and slow pitch.

Councillor Wejr

- Official Opening of the Mabel Lake Boat Launch will take place on Friday, May 11th at 3:30 pm.

Councillor Cyr

- Youth Advisory Working Group met this evening. Youth have made enquiries about updating the skateboard park and having volleyball nets installed at Waterwheel Park. Their comments will be forwarded to the Enderby/Area F Services Committee for consideration. The next meeting is scheduled for 5:00 pm on May 22nd.
- Twice but Nice has donated $2,000 for furniture for the palliative care room and has expressed a willingness to fund the monthly expenses associated with the room (ie: cable, telephone).

Councillor Vetter

- Attended the OMMA convention. The Convention committee and the City of Merritt does a good job with their town theme and demonstrate community pride. Hopefully Enderby can do the same with a theme.

Councillor Ludwig

- Attended a Success by Six luncheon.


- Attended OMMA convention and enjoyed the speakers: Premier Gordon Campbell, political columnist Michael Smyth and motivational speaker Terry Small.
- Osoyoos is getting back into horse racing and is seeking support.

Mayor Phillips

Enderby Community Health Centre Report:
- Interior Health has included funding for 2007-08 into their budget, demonstrating their commitment to the Health Centre and improving the financial outlook for the facility.
- CHC Manager Doug Blackie made presentations about the Centre to the Kingfisher Community Society and Armstrong Rotary Club. He has accepted an invitation to make a presentation at the annual meeting of the Mara Community Association.
- A team of health science students will again be assigned to the Centre under the InterProfessional Rural Program of BC. The students will work with clinical supervisors and on special projects.
- Allison Rankin and Wayne Senner will take part in the Physician Support Program.

OMMA Convention:
- Last year for OMMA. Name will officially change to SILGA (Southern Interior Local Government Association).
- New executive was elected.
- Excellent keynote speakers.
- Merritt treated delegates to mini Mountain Music Festival - very enjoyable.

- Next year's conference to be held in Vernon.
- Attended a SIDIT (Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust) meeting. Hoping to be able to accept applications by mid 2007. Funding parameters are from $25,000 to under $1,000,000.

Administrator

- The Administrator reported that work will commence later this week to deal with the drainage issues on Old Vernon St. and part of Cliff Avenue.
- An e-mail was read from a Chase resident commending Enderby for the lovely flowers along the highway, particularly the daffodils.

Disclosure of Contracts with Council Members and Former Council Members

Moved by Councillor Cyr, seconded by Councillor Ludwig that the report be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

Financial Position to March 31, 2007

Moved by Councillor Cyr, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the report be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

Council Directives Tracking Form as at May 2, 2007

There were discussions concerning the development of a new website and whether or not to offer existing webmaster the opportunity to prepare a proposal before obtaining outside quotes.

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Vetter that the report be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously



Statement of Financial Information

This item postponed to the May 22, 2007 meeting.

Reporting of Council Remuneration, Expenses and Contracts

This item postponed to the May 22, 2007 meeting.

NEW BUSINESS

Ministry of Community Services - Correspondence dated April 5, 2007
Re: Workshop Report on “Building Effective Regional Districts”

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Vetter that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

Ministry of Community Services - Correspondence dated April 13, 2007
Re: Increase in Grant Allocations under Small Community Grant Program

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Case that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

K-9 Control - Correspondence dated March 25, 2007
Re: Changing to Permanent Dog Licensing

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Cyr that the correspondence be forwarded to the Enderby/Area F Services Committee.
Carried Unanimously

UBCM - Correspondence dated April 18, 2007
Re: Policy Updates: Home Owner Grant Information & Police Tax Information

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

R.D.N.O. - Correspondence dated April 17, 2007
Re: Sterile Insect Release Program Service Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 2232, 2007

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that pursuant to the provisions of Section 801.4 (Consent on behalf of municipal participating areas) of the Local Government Act, the Council of the City of Enderby does hereby consent, on behalf of the electors of the City of Enderby to the Board of the Regional District of North Okanagan adopting the following bylaw:

“Regional District of North Okanagan Sterile Insect Release Program Service Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 2232, 2007”

to amend the Sterile Insect Release Extended Service Establishment Bylaw No. 834, 1989.
Carried Unanimously

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that confirmation be obtained that the City of Enderby's participation in the program will cease at the end of 2007.
Carried Unanimously



John Siska - Complaint Form dated April 18, 2007
Re: Reducing Speed Limit on Cliff Avenue

Moved by Councillor Cyr, seconded by Councillor Ludwig that a letter be forwarded to Mr. Siska acknowledging his concern and informing him that the item will be taken under advisement.
Carried Unanimously

R.D.N.O. - Correspondence dated April 13, 2007
Re: Service Review - General Government Service

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

R.D.N.O. - Correspondence dated April 13, 2007
Re: Service Review - 911 Service

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

R.D.N.O. - Correspondence dated April 13, 2007
Re: Service Review - Regional Development Services

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

R.D.N.O. - Correspondence dated April 13, 2007
Re: Service Review - Fore Training Centre

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

City of Vernon - Correspondence dated April 26, 2007
Re: Service Review - Development Services

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

City of Vernon - Correspondence dated April 26, 2007
Re: Service Review - Victims' Assistance Program

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

City of Vernon - Correspondence dated April 26, 2007
Re: Service Review - Sterile Insect Release

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

Inky Mark, M.P. - Correspondence dated April 3, 2007
Re: Bill C-417, the Canadian Soldiers' and Peacekeepers' Memorial War Act



Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Cyr that:

WHEREAS Canada has yet to properly honour, in a suitable location that is always accessible to the public, the NAMES of ALL of OUR FALLEN in wars and peacekeeping;

AND WHEREAS over 115, 000 Fallen have their graves in seventy-three countries and hundreds of cemeteries;

AND WHEREAS their remains, by law, cannot be repatriated to Canada;

AND WHEREAS we must create a suitable national shrine to our fallen;

AND WHEREAS proper recognition will show our gratitude and respect for their sacrifices;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Enderby request that the Government of Canada enact Private Members Bill C-417, the Canadian Soldiers' and Peacekeepers' Memorial Wall Act.
Carried Unanimously


UBCM - Correspondence dated April 23, 2007
Re: Railway Safety Act Review

Moved by Councillor Cyr, seconded by Councillor Vetter that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

Falun Dafa Association of Vancouver - Correspondence dated April 20, 2007
Re: Request for Proclamation or Congratulatory Letter

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Cyr that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

UBCM - Correspondence dated April 17, 2007
Re: Highlights of April 19 - 20 UBCM Executive Meeting

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Ludwig that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

UBCM - Correspondence dated May 1, 2007
Re: Modernization Strategy: Building Regulatory System

Moved by Councillor Case, seconded by Councillor Ludwig that the correspondence be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD

Margot Ludwig of 132 West Enderby Road questioned why their Development Variance Permit has been postponed when all conditions have been met. She does not agree that the application needs to be reviewed again by the Planner since the Approving Officer has not such in his correspondence to them. It was explained that based on the date the documents were received, they have been processed in a timely manner, and will go through the applicable processing channels. Once the Planner determines whether or not there are changes requiring adjacent landowner notification, the application will then come back to Council.

Ms. Ludwig expressed that her correspondence regarding legal opinions should not impact the processing of the variance permit application.


CLOSED MEETING RESOLUTION

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Case that Council hold a meeting closed to the public in order to discuss one or more topics under Section 90 of the Community Charter.
Carried Unanimously

ADJOURNMENT

The regular meeting adjourned at 8:35.


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