COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
AGENDA

Tuesday, March 04, 2025 at 11:00 A.m. - 1:00 P.m.

Council Chambers

City Hall, 11995 Haney Place

All meetings are hybrid, allowing virtual or in person participation.

Online participation via zoom https://mapleridge-ca.zoom.us/j/89860004010

The meeting is live streamed and recorded by the City of Maple Ridge.

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

Territory Acknowledgement

The City of Maple Ridge carries out its business on the traditional and unceded territories of the Katzie (q̓ic̓әy̓) First Nation and the Kwantlen (qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼәn̓) First Nation. 

2.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Committee of the Whole Agenda - March 4, 2025

• RECOMMENDATION:

  THAT the March 4, 2025, Committee of the Whole Agenda be approved as circulated.

3.

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

Committee of the Whole Minutes - February 18, 2025

• RECOMMENDATION:

  THAT the minutes of the February 18, 2025, Committee of the Whole be adopted as circulated.

4.

PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL

4.1

Superintendent Adam Gander, Officer-in-Charge, Ridge Meadows RCMP

Introduction of the newest members to the team.

5.

DELEGATIONS

6.

PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS

7.

STAFF REPORTS

7.1

2021-281-VP/DP, 22936, 22944, 22952, 22964, and 22974 Dewdney Trunk Road, Development Variance Permit and Multi-Family Development Permit

To permit the construction of a 6-storey residential apartment building with 178 dwelling units with variances to the structure setback, height, private outdoor amenity area, and off-street parking spaces.

• RECOMMENDATION:

  THAT the March 4, 2025, report titled "Application 2021-281-VP/DP for 22936, 22944, 22952, 22964, and 22974 Dewdney Trunk Road, Development Variance Permit and Multi-Family Development Permit" be forwarded to the next Regular Council Meeting.

7.2

Engagement Results and Next Steps for the Cliff Ave, Selkirk Ave, and 119 Ave Land Use Review

Engagement results and recommended next steps regarding updating the land uses in the subject area of the Town Centre.

• RECOMMENDATION:

  THAT the March 4, 2025, report titled "Engagement Results and Next Steps for the Cliff Ave, Selkirk Ave, and 119 Ave Land Use Review" be forwarded to the next Regular Council Meeting.

7.3

Tenant Protections: Applicability of a Proposed Tenant Protection Bylaw

To provide a review of Provincial Housing Legislation impacting tenant protections and steps the City can take to advance their work of housing affordability initiatives.

• RECOMMENDATION:

  THAT the March 4, 2025, report titled "Update on Tenant Protections: Applicability of a Proposed Tenant Protection Bylaw" be forwarded to the next Regular Council Meeting.

7.4

Police Services and General Administration Fees for 2025

To provide an update on the proposed Police Services and General Administration fee changes for 2025.

• RECOMMENDATION:

  THAT the March 4, 2025, report titled "Update on Police Services and General Administration Fees for 2025" be forwarded to the next Regular Council Meeting.

7.5

Continuous Improvement Centre of Excellence Update

Outline of the approach to continuous improvement of City services and programs through operation of a Centre of Excellence (COE). 

• RECOMMENDATION:

  THAT the March 4, 2025, report titled "Continuous Improvement Centre of Excellence Update" be forwarded to the next Regular Council Meeting.

7.6

Net Promoter Score / Customer Satisfaction (NPS/CSAT) Survey Analysis Update

Survey results, key themes, and strategic recommendations to support Maple Ridge’s ongoing efforts to enhance tourism and community engagement. 

• RECOMMENDATION:

  THAT the March 4, 2025, report titled "Net Promoter Score / Customer Satisfaction (NPS/CSAT) Survey Analysis Update" be forwarded to the next Regular Council Meeting.

7.7

Seasonal Curbside Patio Program – 2024 Season Review & 2025 Refinements

To provide a review of the 2024 Season and an adjustment to insurance requirements for patios operating under the Seasonal Curbside Patio Program in 2025.

• RECOMMENDATION:

  THAT the March 4, 2025, report titled "Seasonal Curbside Patio Program – 2024 Season Review & 2025 Refinements" be forwarded to the next Regular Council Meeting.

8.

OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT

9.

NOTICE OF CLOSED MEETING

Resolution to Exclude the Public

• RECOMMENDATION:

  The meeting will be closed to the public pursuant to Sections 90(1) of the Community Charter as the subject matter being considered is related to the following:

  Section 90(1)(e) - the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements, if the council considers that disclosure could reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the municipality

  Section 90(1)(l) - discussions with municipal officers and employees respecting municipal objectives, measures and progress reports for the purposes of preparing an annual report under section 98 [annual municipal report]

  Any other matter that may be brought before the Council that meets the requirements for a meeting closed to the public pursuant to Sections 90(1) and 90(2) of the Community Charter or Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

10.

ADJOURNMENT