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Meeting

Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Council
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Updated 4 months ago

Meeting Overview

The Committee of the Whole meeting reviewed several departmental reports, including the West Shore RCMP 2018 Annual Report, financial details, and capital project updates. The most significant policy discussion centered on the Parks and Public Spaces Bylaw regarding temporary overnight sheltering, where Council decided to request a legal review and municipal comparison report before making amendments. Council also moved forward on the BC Energy Step Code, recommending staff initiate consultation towards adopting Step Code 3 by June 2020.

Key Decisions

  • The 2018 Annual Report from the West Shore RCMP was received for information.
  • The initial staff report regarding amendments to allow overnight camping in parks was received, and staff were directed to provide a follow-up report including legal analysis and municipal comparison.
  • Files summarizing homeless camp issues in 2018 and 2019 were received.
  • The guidelines used by Bylaw Enforcement when interacting with homeless individuals and campers were received.
  • The report detailing shelter and outreach options for the homeless population was received.
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Motions Passed
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Participants

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