2023 11 14 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Agenda - Pdf
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA
The agenda for the afternoon and evening portions of the Committee of the Whole meeting, listing the order of business items and providing participation information.
MINUTES OF A COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2023
Official minutes of the previous Committee of the Whole meeting, recording attendance, decisions, and discussions on various municipal matters.
Protective Services Report - PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2023
An update on the operations of the Public Safety Department, covering fire prevention, training, and emergency program activities for September and October 2023.
VIEW ROYAL FIRE RESCUE MONTHLY STATISTICS 2023
Statistical tables detailing fire rescue impacts, prevention activities, training hours, volunteer impact, and calls attended by month for 2023.
VIEW ROYAL FIRE RESCUE ANNUAL STATISTICS 2023
Comparative table showing annual fire rescue call statistics from 2014 through 2023.
BUILDING PERMIT & REVENUE REPORT October 2023
A summary report of building permit activity and revenue for October 2023, including comparisons to previous years.
BUDGET VARIANCE AND PROJECTS UPDATE REPORT TO OCTOBER 31, 2023
A financial report providing Council with the results of operations and the progress of capital and non-core projects as of October 31, 2023.
Schedule A – 2023 Consolidated Budget Variance
A detailed table showing year-to-date revenue and expenses compared to the total budget and prior year figures.
Schedule B – 2023 Non-core Projects
A list of non-recurring or infrequent projects for 2023, showing their status, budget, and actual spending.
Schedule C – 2023 Capital Projects
A list of major capital infrastructure projects for 2023, tracking budget vs. actual costs.
CAO UPDATE
A report from the Acting Chief Administrative Officer highlighting significant administrative activities, departmental events, and community projects.
FINANCIAL PLAN REVIEW – DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
A historical look at the financial results of Development Services as part of the 2024-2028 Financial Plan development cycle.
2024-2028 Financial Planning Calendar
A schedule of planned budget review sessions, public engagement opportunities, and adoption steps for the 2024-2028 Financial Plan.
Schedule A Operating Revenue - Development Services
Financial chart and table detailing the budgeted and actual revenue for Development Services from 2019 to 2023.
Schedule B Operating Expense - Development Services
Financial chart and table detailing the budgeted and actual expenses for Development Services from 2019 to 2023.
Presentation: Financial Plan Review - Development Services
Slide deck summarizing the financial review for the Development Services department.
FINANCIAL POLICIES REVIEW
A review of the financial policies that guide the development of the annual five-year financial plan to ensure accountability and transparency.
Presentation: Financial Policies Review
Slide deck regarding the foundational role of financial policies in the municipal budget process.
FINANCIAL PLANNING TARGETS
A report to identify financial planning targets and priorities for the upcoming 2024-2028 budget cycle.
COUNCIL INITIATIVES FOR 2024-2028 FINANCIAL PLAN
A request for staff to investigate the feasibility and financial implications of specific initiatives proposed by Council members for the draft 2024-2028 Financial Plan.
Attachment A: Council Initiatives Listing
A summary list of six specific initiatives proposed by Councillor Rogers for the 2024-2028 budget cycle.
COUNCIL INITIATIVE - ADMIRALS ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PROJECT
Proposal details for installing bike lanes and sidewalks on Admirals Road.
COUNCIL INITIATIVE - REMOVE CHANNELIZED RIGHT TURN LANE
Proposal to change a specific right turn lane into a 'hard corner' to improve safety.
COUNCIL INITIATIVE - DRONE PURCHASE
Proposal to provide a drone for use by Protective Services in search, rescue, and damage assessment.
COUNCIL INITIATIVE - “DROP KIT” FOR POST DISASTER WATER DISTRIBUTION
Proposal to acquire and store hardened hardware for essential water distribution after a disaster.
COUNCIL INITIATIVE - SIX MILE OFF LEASH DOG AREA
Proposal for a central off-leash dog park in the Six Mile / Chilco / Atkins area.
COUNCIL INITIATIVE - VIEW ROYAL PARK SIDEWALK
Proposal to install a sidewalk for accessibility from Pheasant Lane into View Royal Park.
Project Summary C-035: View Royal Park development
Detailed strategic planning summary for improvements at View Royal Park, including costs, benefits, and funding sources.
INCLUSIONARY HOUSING – NOTICE OF MOTION
Background report regarding a notice of motion for a 10% affordable housing requirement in all multi-family developments.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL ITEM(S) TO BE ADDED TO AGENDA - Ron Mattson
A formal notice of motion form submitted by Councillor Ron Mattson regarding mandatory 10% affordable housing for multi-family rezonings.
Correspondence from Jon Thomas re: Victoria Contracting
Citizen email complaining about perceived waste and inefficiency in landscape maintenance along the Island Highway.
Staff Correspondence Response re: Victoria Contracting
Internal staff emails and response regarding maintenance standards and costs for the medians on Island Highway.
Letter from Ravi Kahlon re: New legislation to support local government housing initiatives
Correspondence from the B.C. Minister of Housing regarding new provincial legislation (Bills 44, 46, and 47) impacting municipal planning and zoning for housing.