2025 10 07 Council Agenda - Agenda - Pdf
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA - TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2025
Agenda for the regular Council meeting of the Town of View Royal, including instructions for public participation and a listing of bylaws, staff reports, and correspondence.
Parks and Public Places Bylaw No. 986, 2018, Amendment Bylaw No. 1095, 2022
An amendment to the existing Parks and Public Places Bylaw to update definitions and regulations regarding overnight shelters and conduct in park areas.
Municipal Ticket Information Bylaw No. 643, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 1094, 2022
A bylaw to amend the Municipal Ticket Information Bylaw by substituting a new Schedule 3 related to park offenses.
SCHEDULE 3 - PARKS AND PUBLIC PLACES BYLAW NO. 986, 2018
The fine schedule for various offenses under the Parks and Public Places Bylaw, including obstruction, littering, and unauthorized fire.
Tax Exemption Bylaw (Non-Profit Organizations) No. 1157, 2025
A bylaw providing permissive tax exemptions for properties owned by the Island Corridor Foundation for the years 2026 to 2035.
COUNCIL REPORT: FEES AND CHARGES BYLAW AMENDMENT – SEWER USER FEES
Staff report recommending an amendment to sewer user fees to recover costs for sanitary sewer systems from constituents.
Attachment 1 – Proposed Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 958, 2016, Amendment Bylaw No. 1158, 2025
Proposed amendment to the sewer rate schedule detailing minimum fees and prescribed rates per cubic metre.
Attachment 2 – Sewer User Rates Year-Over-Year Comparison
A table comparing 2024 and 2025 sewer user rates across different user classes (Residential, Non-residential, Institutional).
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1158 (Sewer Rates Amendment)
The formal draft of Bylaw No. 1158 for Council's first, second, and third reading.
COUNCIL REPORT: OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1156, 2025
Report introducing amendments to the Official Community Plan to align with provincial housing legislation and address 5- and 20-year housing needs.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1156 (OCP Amendment)
Draft bylaw to amend the Official Community Plan, introducing new housing policies and land use designations.
SCHEDULE 1 - OCP LAND USE DESIGNATION MAP
Map illustrating the updated land use designations for the Town of View Royal.
PRESENTATION: OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1156, 2025
Slide presentation summarizing the proposed OCP amendments, housing needs, and project timeline.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 1156 (Final Draft for Readings)
The formal bylaw document for OCP amendment proposed for first and second reading.
SCHEDULE 1 - OCP LAND USE DESIGNATION MAP (Official)
Official map attachment for the first and second reading of Bylaw No. 1156.
COUNCIL REPORT: CONSIDERATION OF LATE 2025 GRANT IN AID REQUEST
Report regarding a $5,000 grant request from the Construction Foundation of BC for 'The Forge' wellness centre.
Grant Application Form - Construction Foundation of BC
Formal application form for a specific project grant for 'The Forge' mental health and addictions strategy.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION OF BC (2012) SOCIETY
Audited financial statements for the Construction Foundation of BC for the year ended September 30, 2024.
COUNCIL REPORT: SIDEWALK EXTENSION REQUEST – CONARD STREET
Request for Council authorization to extend the sidewalk on Conard Street to close a gap created by a new development.
ATTACHMENT 1: SKETCH PLANS – SIDEWALK GAP
Aerial sketch showing the proposed sidewalk extension location on Conard Street.
ATTACHMENT 2: PHOTO OF SIDEWALK NETWORK GAP
Ground-level photograph illustrating the current gap in the sidewalk network.
CORRESPONDENCE: Intersection of Helmcken Road and Burnside Road
Email from Gregory Smith expressing concerns about traffic congestion at the Helmcken and Burnside intersection.
CORRESPONDENCE: Halloween decorating contest
Email from Russell Eng suggesting changes to the voting process for the annual Halloween decorating contest.
CORRESPONDENCE: 15-21 Erskine Lane Development Update
Email from WestUrban Developments regarding a tour of the Erskine Lane homes and an attached Council update.
PRESENTATION: THE BLUEPRINT RESIDENCES Update to Mayor and City Council
Visual update on 'The Blueprint Residences' project, highlighting housing supply, sustainable transportation, and community amenities.
CORRESPONDENCE: Support for Expanding Evo Bikes to View Royal
Email from Jessica Vanderkuip advocating for the expansion of the Evo bike share program into View Royal.
MINUTES OF A COUNCIL MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2025
Official minutes from the previous View Royal Council meeting detailing motions, public participation, and bylaw readings.
CORRESPONDENCE: Chilco Road Traffic Concerns
Email from Katherine Buchanan describing speeding issues and safety hazards on Chilco Road and Lund Road.
CORRESPONDENCE: RE: Chilco Road Traffic - Director of Engineering Response
Staff response to traffic concerns, detailing the Stage 1 Traffic Calming evaluation process.
CORRESPONDENCE: Comments for Oct 7 council meeting regarding speeding
Follow-up email from Katherine Buchanan regarding speed reader results and request for more permanent traffic calming.
MINUTES OF CAPITAL WEST ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE - MAY 28, 2025
Minutes from the regional committee meeting covering accessibility feedback, inclusive meeting tips, and member updates.
CAPITAL WEST ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE TERMS OF REFERENCE
Guiding document outlining the composition, mandate, and meeting procedures for the regional accessibility committee.
MINUTES OF THE WEST SHORE PARKS AND RECREATION SOCIETY BOARD - JUNE 12, 2025
Minutes detailing the operations, maintenance, and programming updates for West Shore Parks and Recreation.