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September 12, 20231 PDF79 documents extracted

2023 09 12 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Agenda - Pdf

Minutes

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL MINUTES OF A COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, JULY 11, 2023

Official minutes from the July 11, 2023, Committee of the Whole meeting detailing reports on the Elements Casino hotel proposal and Zero Carbon Step Code implementation.

Pages 8–173 key facts
Staff Report

WEST SHORE RCMP BIANNUAL REPORT JANUARY – JUNE 2023

A detailed policing operations report for the West Shore RCMP detachment covering crime statistics, incident trends, and community policing updates.

Pages 18–344 key facts
Appendix

Town of View Royal - Animal Control Summary (to August 2023)

Statistical summary of animal control complaints, enforcement actions, and revenue collection for the Town of View Royal.

Page 353 key facts
Staff Report

Protective Services Report - PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT FOR JULY/AUGUST 2023

Bimonthly report on fire prevention, training, emergency programs, and bylaw enforcement activities.

Pages 36–414 key facts
Appendix

VIEW ROYAL FIRE RESCUE MONTHLY STATISTICS 2023

Comprehensive data tables and charts tracking fire rescue impact, prevention efforts, and call volumes through August 2023.

Pages 42–443 key facts
Staff Report

BUILDING PERMIT & REVENUE REPORT (July and August 2023)

Reports showing the value and count of building permits issued in July and August 2023, categorized by property type.

Pages 45–463 key facts
Form

ITEM(S) TO BE ADDED TO AGENDA - Community Police Station

Request from Councillor Brown to discuss establishing a community police station to serve the First Nations and View Royal.

Page 473 key facts
Form

ITEM(S) TO BE ADDED TO AGENDA - Building Retrofit Strategy

Request from Councillor MacKenzie to discuss building retrofit strategies and a letter to the Province regarding gas utilities.

Page 482 key facts
Correspondence

District of Saanich Correspondence: Changes in Provincial Legislation Needed to Address Gas Utilities in British Columbia

A sample letter from the District of Saanich to the Premier of BC advocating for legislative changes to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from gas utilities.

Pages 49–523 key facts
Staff Report

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION REPORT - FINANCIAL PLAN REVIEW – PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Review of the Protective Services division's financial history and future planning requirements for the 2024-2028 Financial Plan.

Pages 53–563 key facts
Appendix

2024-2028 Financial Planning Calendar

A timeline of milestones for the municipal five-year financial planning process.

Page 572 key facts
Appendix

Protective Services Revenue and Expense Dashboard Schedules

Financial visualizations showing the operating budget by service area and object type for Protective Services from 2019-2023.

Pages 58–593 key facts
Presentation

Presentation: Financial Plan Review - Protective Services

Slide presentation summarizing the service areas and financial composition of Protective Services.

Pages 60–643 key facts
Staff Report

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL Finance and Administration Committee Report - Police Operating Reserve Requirement Forecast Update

An update on the financial impact of policing costs as the population nears the 15,000 threshold, requiring a shift from 70% to 90% cost-sharing.

Pages 65–683 key facts
Appendix

Schedule A - Population growth scenarios

Projected population growth table for View Royal under various growth rate scenarios from 2021-2045.

Page 692 key facts
Presentation

Presentation: Police Operating Reserve Requirement Forecast Update

Slide presentation detailing the financial modeling for future policing costs and reserve fund usage.

Pages 70–742 key facts
Staff Report

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION REPORT - BUDGET VARIANCE AND PROJECTS UPDATE REPORT

Financial results of operations and progress update for capital and non-core projects as of August 31, 2023.

Pages 75–783 key facts
Appendix

Budget Variance and Project Schedules (A, B, and C)

Consolidated budget variance tables and project status lists for non-core and capital works.

Pages 79–813 key facts
Staff Report

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION REPORT - CAO UPDATE

Monthly administrative update from the CAO covering Canada Day events, mural projects, engineering works, and protective services calls.

Pages 82–913 key facts
Form

ITEM(S) TO BE ADDED TO AGENDA - Engagement Prior to Drafting Policy

Request from Councillor MacKenzie to alter the policy development process to include committee engagement before drafting starts.

Page 922 key facts
Form

PETITION & DELEGATION REQUEST FORM - Noise Mitigation

Application for a delegation to speak to Council regarding noise mitigation on the Trans Canada Highway near Thetis Vale.

Page 933 key facts
Presentation

Presentation: Noise Mitigation in Thetis Vale for Community Health and Safety

Visual presentation slides supporting the request for highway noise mitigation for residents of the Thetis Vale community.

Pages 94–962 key facts
Presentation

Voices of the community - Installation of Noise Mitigation on Trans Canada Highway

A collection of letters and presentation slides from residents requesting noise mitigation measures, such as tree barriers, along the Trans-Canada Highway.

Pages 97–1215 key facts
Form

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL ITEM(S) TO BE ADDED TO AGENDA - Alison MacKenzie

An agenda addition request form by Councillor Alison MacKenzie proposing an 'adopt a tree' volunteer program for residents.

Page 1223 key facts
Staff Report

Staff Report: REZONING APPLICATION 2023/01 – 339, 341, & 345 Island Highway

A report regarding a proposal to rezone three properties to a new Comprehensive Development Zone to allow for a six-storey, 238-unit rental residential development.

Pages 123–1375 key facts
Appendix

Attachment 1: Conceptual Architectural Site Plan and Building Design Drawings

Architectural plans and renderings for the 339 Island Highway development, including floor plans, elevations, and shadow studies.

Pages 138–1494 key facts
Appendix

Attachment 2: Conceptual Frontage and Servicing

Engineering drawings showing the proposed road frontage improvements and utility servicing for the development at 339 Island Highway.

Pages 150–1513 key facts
Appendix

Attachment 3: Arborist Report and Tree Protection Plan

A detailed tree management plan and impact assessment for the development at 339, 341, and 345 Island Highway.

Pages 152–1844 key facts
Appendix

Attachment 4: Traffic Impact Assessment

A traffic impact assessment report analyzing the transportation implications of the proposed multi-family residential development on Island Highway.

Pages 185–1883 key facts
Staff Report

339 / 341 / 345 Island Highway Traffic Impact Assessment

A comprehensive traffic impact assessment conducted by Watt Consulting Group for a proposed 238-unit residential development.

Pages 189–2145 key facts
Appendix

APPENDIX A: SYNCHRO INFORMATION

Technical background information on the Synchro and SimTraffic software used for traffic modelling and Level of Service (LOS) definitions.

Pages 215–2162 key facts
Appendix

APPENDIX B: PRELIMINARY LEFT TURN LANE DESIGN

Engineering drawing showing the conceptual design for a left turn lane on Island Highway at Prince Robert Drive.

Pages 217–2183 key facts
Appendix

APPENDIX C: TRAFFIC SIGNAL WARRANT RESULTS

Detailed table comparing traffic volumes against BC MoTI warrant requirements for the installation of a traffic signal.

Pages 219–2202 key facts
Appendix

APPENDIX D: SYNCHRO RESULTS

Raw data reports from Synchro software providing intersection delay, volume-to-capacity ratios, and queuing statistics.

Pages 221–2312 key facts
Other

Tenant Relocation Plan

A developer-submitted plan outlining how current residents will be compensated and assisted during the demolition and redevelopment of the existing rental units.

Pages 232–2355 key facts
Form

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL SUSTAINABILITY CHECKLIST

Completed municipal checklist evaluating the development's impact on economic, environmental, and social sustainability.

Pages 236–2454 key facts
Other

Official Community Plan Policies

A summary of relevant Official Community Plan (OCP) land use, transportation, housing, and environmental policies applicable to the site.

Pages 246–2492 key facts
Staff Report

Re: 339 – 345 Island Highway, View Royal BC Development Land Lift Analysis

An economic analysis prepared by Mulholland Parker Land Economists regarding potential increases in land value resulting from rezoning.

Pages 250–2524 key facts
Other

Community Engagement Summary - 339 - 345 Island Highway, View Royal

Documentation of four neighbourhood information sessions held to gather public feedback and refine the development proposal.

Pages 253–2583 key facts
Presentation

Rezoning Application for 339, 341, & 345 Island Highway (Presentation)

A comprehensive staff presentation outlining the rezoning application details, project statistics, and staff recommendations.

Pages 259–2805 key facts
Presentation

DISCUSSION: Part 6 Public Engagement - REZONING 2023-01

A presentation summarizing public engagement, sustainability impacts, and financial implications for Rezoning Application 2023/01 regarding 331, 341, & 345 Island Highway.

Pages 281–2843 key facts
Staff Report

DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT 2023-07 – 25 CHANCELLOR AVENUE

Staff report introducing a development variance permit application for the length and separation of an accessory building from a principal building.

Pages 285–2884 key facts
Correspondence

Attachment 1: Applicant Letter, May 24, 2023

A letter from Brian Westwood requesting a variance for the length of a new garage to match the existing footprint.

Page 2892 key facts
Appendix

Attachment 2: Site Plan

An aerial photo and hand-drawn site plan depicting the lot size and garage location for 25 Chancellor Avenue.

Pages 290–2912 key facts
Appendix

Attachment 3: Building Concept

Technical drawings and material specifications for the proposed accessory building at 25 Chancellor Avenue.

Pages 292–2932 key facts
Presentation

DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT 2023-07 - 25 Chancellor Avenue Presentation

Presentation slides summarizing the variance requests and rationale for the project at 25 Chancellor Avenue.

Pages 294–2992 key facts
Staff Report

REQUEST TO AMEND COVENANT FOR ERSKINE LANE / WATKISS WAY ROUNDABOUT

Staff report regarding a proposal to amend a covenant to allow for a signalized intersection instead of a roundabout at Erskine Lane and Watkiss Way.

Pages 300–3073 key facts
Other

Attachment 1: Covenant CA8718173

A legal land title instrument detailing community amenity contributions and development requirements for the property at 9 Erskine Lane.

Pages 308–3173 key facts
Other

Legal Declarations and Trust Documents related to Covenant CA8718173

A collection of legal forms and trust documents regarding the Beverley Adams Alter Ego Trust and the appointment of trustees for the Erskine Lane property.

Pages 318–3312 key facts
Correspondence

Attachment 2: Letter of Request from Matthew Fitzgerald, WestUrban Developments

Formal request from the developer to amend the development agreement for 9 Erskine Lane to substitute the roundabout with a signalized intersection.

Page 3322 key facts
Other

Attachment 3: Design Issues Memo, Watt Consulting, August 31, 2023

Engineering memorandum analyzing the constraints and design iterations that led to the recommendation for a traffic signal over a roundabout.

Pages 333–3492 key facts
Other

Attachment 4: Geotechnical Report on retaining walls – Ryzuk Geotechnical, August 15, 2023

Geotechnical assessment of existing retaining walls and the feasibility of proposed road modifications near the Watkiss Way intersection.

Pages 350–3512 key facts
Other

Attachment 5: Transportation Impact Assessment, Watt Consulting

A comprehensive traffic study evaluating current and future conditions for the proposed development at 9 Erskine Lane.

Pages 352–3723 key facts
Appendix

9 Erskine Lane Traffic Impact Assessment

A technical report by Watt Consulting Group assessing the traffic implications of a proposed 336-unit multi-family development at 9 Erskine Lane.

Pages 373–3974 key facts
Appendix

APPENDIX A – SITE PLAN

Engineering drawings showing the proposed site layout for Buildings A, B, C, and D at the 9 Erskine Lane development.

Pages 398–4003 key facts
Appendix

APPENDIX B – SYNCHRO BACKGROUND

Technical background information on the Synchro and SimTraffic modelling software and the Level of Service (LOS) criteria used in the traffic study.

Pages 401–4023 key facts
Appendix

APPENDIX C – SYNCHRO REPORTS

A comprehensive set of technical data reports detailing intersection performance, queuing, and blocking for multiple traffic scenarios through the year 2033.

Pages 403–4534 key facts
Presentation

COVENANT AMENDMENT REQUEST: 9 Erskine Lane

A presentation outlining the rationale for amending Covenant CA8718173 to permit a signalized intersection instead of a roundabout at Erskine Lane and Watkiss Way.

Pages 454–4634 key facts
Staff Report

REVIEW OF BUSINESS LICENSE FEES FOR CANNABIS RETAIL STORES

A report from the Senior Planner reconsidering annual business license fees for cannabis retailers to align them with regional standards.

Page 4644 key facts
Staff Report

Report to Committee of the Whole Re: Review of Business License Fees for Cannabis Retail Stores

A review of the current $7,500 annual business license fee for cannabis retail stores, recommending a reduction to $2,000 to align with regional standards.

Pages 465–4694 key facts
Appendix

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL CANNABIS RETAIL STORE BUFFER GUIDELINES

Attachment 1 providing locational criteria and buffer requirements for prospective cannabis retail store applications.

Page 4704 key facts
Presentation

Presentation: Business License Fee Review - Cannabis Retail Stores

A slide deck summarizing the findings of the cannabis business license fee review, regional comparisons, and staff recommendations.

Pages 471–4813 key facts
Staff Report

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT: Membership to the Urban Development Institute - Capital Region

A report detailing the benefits and costs associated with the Town's membership in the Urban Development Institute (UDI).

Pages 482–4833 key facts
Presentation

Presentation: Urban Development Institute (UDI) Capital Region

Presentation slides explaining the purpose and membership benefits of the Urban Development Institute for municipal governments.

Pages 484–4882 key facts
Staff Report

PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION REPORT: CRD TRANSPORTATION GOVERNANCE QUESTIONNAIRE FINALIZATION

A report collating Council member responses to a CRD questionnaire to develop a unified municipal stance on regional transportation governance.

Pages 489–4962 key facts
Form

Capital Regional District Transportation Governance Engagement Workbook - Councillor Brown

The completed transportation governance questionnaire submitted by Councillor Don Brown.

Pages 497–5022 key facts
Form

Capital Regional District Transportation Governance Engagement Workbook - Mayor Tobias

The completed transportation governance questionnaire submitted by Mayor Tobias.

Pages 503–5082 key facts
Form

Capital Regional District Transportation Governance Engagement Workbook - Councillor Rogers

The completed transportation governance questionnaire submitted by Councillor John Rogers.

Pages 509–5142 key facts
Form

Capital Regional District Transportation Governance Engagement Workbook - Councillor Lemon

The completed transportation governance questionnaire submitted by Councillor Lemon.

Pages 515–5202 key facts
Form

Capital Regional District Transportation Governance Engagement Workbook - Councillor MacKenzie

The completed transportation governance questionnaire submitted by Councillor MacKenzie.

Pages 521–5262 key facts
Form

Capital Regional District Transportation Governance Engagement Workbook - Councillor Kowalewich

The completed transportation governance questionnaire submitted by Councillor Kowalewich.

Pages 527–5322 key facts
Presentation

Presentation: CRD TRANSPORTATION GOVERNANCE WORKBOOK – FINAL

A slide deck presenting the final collated Council responses to the CRD regarding transportation governance trade-offs, connectivity, and funding priorities.

Pages 533–5542 key facts
Form

TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL ITEM(S) TO BE ADDED TO AGENDA - John Rogers

A formal request by Councillor John Rogers to add an item to the agenda regarding funding and installation of a bike lane on Admirals Road.

Page 5553 key facts
Correspondence

Correspondence: Thoughtful Development

An email from a resident expressing concerns over housing developments and traffic density on Island Highway.

Page 5563 key facts
Correspondence

Correspondence from Niece Garry Re: 333A Stewart Ave.

A brief email identifying a resident and their address.

Page 5571 key fact
Correspondence

Correspondence from Susan Presho Re: Development proposal for 339-345 Island HWY

Detailed letter from a resident opposing a high-density development proposal, citing concerns over traffic, density, tree preservation, and infrastructure costs.

Pages 558–5626 key facts
Correspondence

Correspondence from Volker Dammann Re: Concern regarding development of 339- 345 Island Hwy

Email from a resident reiterating concerns that the proposed development does not meet the standards of the 2011 OCP or provide community benefits.

Page 5633 key facts
Correspondence

Correspondence from Chris & Nancy Stewart Re: REQUEST TO AMEND COVENANT FOR ERSKINE LANE / WATKISS WAY ROUNDABOUT

Letter supporting the construction of a signalized intersection instead of a roundabout at Erskine Lane and Watkiss Way to preserve mature trees and improve safety for a daycare.

Pages 564–5653 key facts
Correspondence

Correspondence from Holly Cairns Re: Rezoning Application 2023-01 – 339, 341, and 345 Island Highway

Email expressing concerns regarding traffic flow and parking impacts on Prince Robert Drive from the proposed Island Highway development.

Page 5664 key facts