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TOWNSHIP COUNCIL
Monday, October 5, 2009 at 3:00 p.m.
Fraser River Presentation Theatre
4th Floor, 20338 – 65 Avenue, Langley, BC
AGENDA
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A. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
9 2. Johnson A. Reddy
File 0550-07
11 3. Gurdip Buttar
File 0550-07
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B. APPROVAL OF DELEGATION REQUESTS TO APPEAR AT THE
7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING
13-14 4. A. Sivia
Sivia Construction
File 0550-07
C. PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Green to provide an update regarding the Fraser Valley Rail project.
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D. REPORTS TO COUNCIL
That Council authorize staff to proceed with a Public Open House to obtain
community feedback on the preliminary design concepts for downtown
Aldergrove.
E. CORRESPONDENCE
Proclamations:
Letter received from Ive Balins, Strategic Objectives, Crohn’s and Colitis
Foundation of Canada, requesting the month of November be proclaimed as
Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Month.
Clerk’s Note: Policy No. 01-024 Approved by Council, September 18, 2000: No
vote or action to be taken on proclamation requests.
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E. CORRESPONDENCE
Clerk’s Note: Policy No. 01-024 Approved by Council, September 18, 2000: No
vote or action to be taken on proclamation requests.
Correspondence:
67 3. Heart Month
File 0320-01
Clerk’s Note: Request Council approve annual poppy and wreath sales from
October 19 to November 10, 2009.
F. MINUTES OF COMMITTEES
COUNCIL
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F. MINUTES OF COMMITTEES
COUNCIL
COUNCIL
COUNCIL
That Council authorize staff to send a letter to the Boys and Girls Club
recommending them to initiate a discussion with Aldergrove Neighbourhood
Services regarding service programming in the area.
Recommendation that Council receive the Minutes from the Community Safety
Advisory Committee meeting held September 24, 2009.
COUNCIL
Recommendation that Council endorse the top five 2009 Work Plan initiatives of
the Community Safety Advisory Committee (Annexure 1).
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G. ASSOCIATIONS AND OTHER GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
M. OTHER BUSINESS
N. TERMINATE
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SPECIAL MEETING OF
TOWNSHIP COUNCIL
Monday, September 21, 2009 at 3:00 p.m.
Fraser River Presentation Theatre
4th Floor, 20338 – 65 Avenue, Langley, BC
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A. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
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E. CORRESPONDENCE
F. MINUTES OF COMMITTEES
AMENDMENT
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AMENDMENT
The question was called on the Main Motion, as Amended, and it was
CARRIED
MOTION
Moved by Councillor Richter,
Seconded by Councillor Ward,
That Council endorse the following recommendations from the Council Priorities
Committee meeting held September 9, 2009:
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MOTION
Moved by Councillor Fox,
Seconded by Councillor Ward,
That Council endorse the foregoing recommendations for inclusion in the
draft final Water Management Plan; and further
That Council direct staff to submit the draft final Water Management
Plan, as amended, as the Final Water Management Plan to the Minister of
Environment for approval.
CARRIED
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M. OTHER BUSINESS
REFERRAL
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M. OTHER BUSINESS
MEETING RECESSED
MEETING RECONVENED
N. TERMINATE
CERTIFIED CORRECT:
Mayor
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REPORT TO
RECOMMENDATION(S):
That Council receive the report entitled “Aldergrove Core Planning Program”, for information;
and further
That Council authorize staff to proceed with a Public Open House to obtain community
feedback on the preliminary design concepts for downtown Aldergrove.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Aldergrove Core Planning Program is proceeding as previously outlined in Report
No. 09-30 dated March 9, 2009. An Aldergrove Core Design Charrette was held in June, with
over 40 people attending the day-long event.
The Charrette produced two preliminary design options or long-term visions. A copy of the
concept options report presented to the Aldergrove Planning Committee (APC) at its meeting of
September 17, 2009 is included as Attachment A to this report. The (APC) has recommended
a public open house to obtain community input on the two preliminary design options.
PURPOSE:
This report provides an update to the Aldergrove Core Planning Program and seeks Council’s
permission to host a Public Open House to obtain community feedback on the draft concept
options for downtown Aldergrove.
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ALDERGROVE CORE PLANNING PROGRAM
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BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
On March 9, 2009, Council received Report # 09-30 and authorized staff to proceed with an
Aldergrove Core Planning Program (including a design charrette) as part of the Aldergrove
Community Plan Update. Subsequently, a Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued for the
Aldergrove Core Planning Program. HB Lanarc was selected as the lead consultant for the
project.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:
On June 6, 2009, an Aldergrove Core Design Charrette was held with over 40 local residents,
business owners and community stakeholders attended the day-long event. The participants
produced two preliminary design concepts for the downtown core area. Subsequently, the
Aldergrove Planning Committee (APC) and Township staff reviewed the preliminary concepts
and provided additional feedback to the consultants. The consultants incorporated the feedback
into the two preliminary concepts which were presented to the APC. On September 17, 2009,
the APC passed the following motion:
The attached “Aldergrove Core Planning Program – Concept Options Summary Report, Draft
September 10, 2009” documents the two preliminary design concepts.
Based on the Charrette Directives (see Page 5 of the Concept Options Summary Report), the
preliminary design concepts represent different approaches to key urban design and functional
considerations for the downtown area, including:
The key differences of the two preliminary design concepts are summarized on page 8 of the
Concept Options Summary Report.
As part of the Aldergrove Core Planning Program, a study exploring economic implications and
development opportunities for the downtown area was undertaken by G.P. Rollo and Associates
(land economists). The study indicated that downtown Aldergrove has excellent long term
potential for redevelopment. The two preliminary design options are anticipated to take place
over the next 30 years, characterized by continuing population and employment growth in the
Fraser Valley, both of which will fuel the demand for residential and commercial uses in
downtown Aldergrove.
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ALDERGROVE CORE PLANNING PROGRAM
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Next Steps
The APC has recommended a Public Open House to obtain feedback from the community. The
tentative date for the Open House is October 29.
Based on community feedback, a preferred option would be selected (or a new one developed
with elements from the two preliminary options) by the end of 2009. The preferred option would
be presented to the APC early in 2010. The APC would then recommend the Preferred Concept
(complete with detailed drawings and design guidelines) to Council in February-March 2010.
Respectfully submitted,
Jason Chu
STRATEGIC PLANNER
for
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
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Aldergrove Core Planning Program
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Attachment A
Content
1.0 INTRODUCTION 1
1.1 Background, Purpose and Overview 1
1.2 The Aldergrove Core Planning Process 2
1.3 Area and Context Overview 4
1.4 The Charrette 5
1.5 Charrette Process and Method 6
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background, Purpose & Overview
The Township of Langley is undertaking the Aldergrove Core Planning (ACP) Program. This
process will lead to the formulation of a conceptual development plan for downtown
Aldergrove and inform a review and update of the Aldergrove Community Plan currently
under way. This planning process seeks to establish a common vision through community
consultation that defines land uses, sets an urban design vision, considers possible densities,
and sets policies to guide growth and development in downtown Aldergrove. This will
include detailing the type and location of housing and commercial buildings permitted in
the downtown, and outlining pedestrian, cycling and transit integration measures. The plan
will also identify natural areas, key public spaces, recreation locations, and community
facilities.
The Township of Langley has retained a consulting team led by HB Lanarc Consultants to
conduct urban design and planning work as a key component of the ACP process. The
ACP process is structured around a comprehensive public and stakeholder consultation
program. The consultants assisting in this process are working closely and collaboratively
with Township Staff (transportation, engineering, planning and other technical staff)
which together make up the ACP Project Team. Guiding and overseeing the process is
the Aldergrove Planning Committee which is comprised of Aldergrove business owners,
property owners, resident and stakeholder representatives and Township Councillors and
established by Council to provide input, liaison and guidance throughout the process.
Public and stakeholder events form the backbone of the ACP process, which includes
meetings, workshops and public open houses at critical stages. A public design charrette
held June 6th was the key public event in the overall the ACP Program, resulting in two
alternative options for the downtown. Comments and feedback collected at an APC
workshop and a technical working group workshop held subsequent to the charrette,
formed the basis for further revision and refinement of the two options.
The Concept Options Report is a key deliverable in the ACP program, presenting the results
of the process to date including detailed descriptions of the two alternative concepts
developed at the charrette. Community and Council feedback, along with a technical
evaluation by the Project Team of the two concepts presented in this report, will lead to
the identification of a preferred concept option and form the basis for more detailed plan
development including a land use plan, policy recommendations and a set of design
guidelines to implement the urban design vision established through this process.
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1.2 The Aldergrove Core Planning Process
The ACP process is structured around APC and Project Team workshops and public open
houses occurring at key stages of the process. The consulting team includes expertise
in sustainability planning, urban design, landscape architecture, ecology, and land
economics. The process began in May 2009 and is expected to be completed by March,
2010. To date the process has included the following key tasks and events:
• Project Team kick-off meeting (April 27): key project tasks, events, deliverables and
outcomes were confirmed with Township Staff;
• Background/technical review and synthesis including the relevant policy framework
and an overview of development trends and opportunities;
• APC workshop # 1 (May 28): identified key issues and opportunities facing downtown
Aldergrove, provided an overview of best practices in creating sustainable and
livable communities and neighbourhoods, and established a vision and set of
planning and design principles to guide the development and refinement of
alternative concepts;
• Preparation of the Design Brief which contained the necessary background
information and instructions to guide the development of alternative concepts at
the Charrette. The instructions included a set of design principles and objectives that
were crafted in response to input provided by the public, stakeholders and the APC
to-date, and the relevant policies contained in the Official Community Plan and
the Draft Regional Growth Strategy. The design instructions also include key facts
about the site along with a set of assumptions regarding projected population and
employment projections to 2031.
• The Charrette (June 6): a multidisciplinary public design workshop with over 50
participants that included members of the APC, Township staff and the consulting
team. Participants formed two charrette teams which resulted in the two alternative
concept options presented in this report.
• Refinement of concept options: The consulting team refined the two concept options
based on the broad directions identified at the charrette.
• APC workshop #2 (June 23): Refined concept options were reviewed by APC to
confirm key elements and details, and identify further information needed for
presentation to public and council.
• Project Team workshop #2 (July 24): Technical issues and constraints presented by
each option were identified and discussed at a workshop attended by the consultants
and Township staff.
• Preparation of Concept Option Report: summarizing process results to date including
the two concept options was developed, forming the basis for public/stakeholder
evaluation, feedback and the selection of a preferred option.
The preferred option will be based on feedback gathered at an upcoming public open
house, council workshop and APC and Project Team meetings. The preferred concept will
define the location, type and intensity of land uses, open space and mobility networks,
urban form and massing, and form the basis for the development of detailed policies and
design guidelines for both public and private realms.
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Downtown Aldergrove Study Area
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Existing Land Uses in the Downtown 1.3 Area and Context Overview
The downtown Aldergrove study area is approximately 80 acres in size. It is centred on the
intersection of Fraser Highway and 272 Street, and bounded by Bertrand Creek to the north
and east, 29 Avenue to the south and 270 Street to the weStreet
Aldergrove has its roots in farming and agriculture. Downtown Aldergrove is the traditional
commercial and service centre for what used to be a predominantly farming community,
but which has over the years transformed into a predominantly residential supported by a
range of primarily local serving commercial uses and with some industrial and agricultural/
rural uses. Today, the downtown continues to have a wide variety of commercial and
service uses supporting a range of surrounding residential uses including single family
homes, duplexes, townhouses and apartments. The majority of residential lands within the
study area are large lot single family homes ranging in age from 30 - 60 years old, with
some townhouses and apartments including two fairly recent four-plexes located on 30th
Avenue west of 272 Street
Aldergrove’s small town heritage is reflected in some of the built form and design elements
of the downtown, including the location of buildings at the sidewalk edge, the heritage
facade treatments of some buildings, and the pedestrian orientation and amenity of some
of the buildings and public open spaces. Commercial uses are concentrated along Fraser
Highway and 272 Street, and range in use from small local serving ‘mum and pop’ businesses,
to larger commercial businesses and buildings including Fields and the Aldergrove Mall.
Currently, there are approximately 120 active businesses and roughly 338,000 sq. ft. of
commercial space within the study area. Due to the proliferation of new commercial/retail
service centres outside of the downtown over the past several decades, the commercial
vitality of the downtown is not what it once was as evidenced by a number of vacant store
Commercial Residential Civic/Institutional Utility fronts and the existence of some marginal businesses.
The large volumes of vehicular and commercial traffic at peak periods along the Fraser
Highway impact the quality of fronting businesses and the adjacent pedestrian environment,
despite the attractive and substantial street-scape enhancements that took place in the
late ‘90s. The street system includes a limited network of lanes and is laid out in a modified
grid pattern with an east - west orientation. The figure ground diagram below shows how
the large blocks within the study area create gaps in the transportation network and reduce
the overall connectivity of the network.
Figure Ground
Diagram showing
block structure
and street network
Fraser Highway.
& 272
(Please refer to the Downtown Aldergrove Charrette Design Brief for more background
information on the study area).
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1.4 The Charrette
The Downtown Aldergrove charrette was held June 6th from 9:00 to 4:00 at the Rotary
Field House in Aldergrove. A Design Brief was provided to all charrette participants to
inform and guide the development of alternative concepts. The Design Brief contains a
summary of relevant policy, technical and land economics information to provide the
necessary background information. It also contains a set of instructions and directives, the
key component of which are the Design Objectives. These were compiled from the 2004
Aldergrove Community Visioning Program, and revised and confirmed by the Aldergrove
Planning Committee prior to the charrette.
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Methods for Generating and Discussing Ideas 1.5 Charrette Structure & Process
The charrette included two design sessions interspersed with presentations and plenary
reports. The charrette began with a presentation by the consultants and Township staff
to provide the key background information and establish the context and key design
instructions for charrette participants. Charrette participants then broke out into two
teams and the design work began. Each team had two urban designers (project
consultants) with technical and design support from the charrette facilitator and
Township staff.
The morning and afternoon design sessions were structured around three general
themes:
Design around each theme occurred concurrently throughout the day. The charrette
included a number of plenary sessions where smaller groups reported back to their
respective charrette teams. Methods for generating and discussing ideas included
context and “special places” mapping, conceptual land use development, block
modeling, visual preference mapping, and general discussion which was documented
through diagramming, drawing and writing. At the end of the day, the design teams
produced illustrated concept plans of the entire study area to varying degrees of
completion, concept design drawings of special study areas, cross sections, conceptual
land use plans and some perspective sketches. In addition, policy and implementation
strategies were documented for each concept.
The charrette concluded with an “end-of-day pin-up” where team members presented
key elements from each concept and answered questions. Some participants posted
comments on individual drawings.
Following the charrette, the urban design consultants refined the preliminary concepts
produced at the charrette to provide more detail and information on the two concepts
developed. The refined concepts were then presented to the APC and township staff at
two separate post charrette workshops.
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2.0 TWO ALTERNATIVE CONCEPTS
2.1 Overview
The downtown Aldergrove charrette and subsequent design work resulted in two alternative
concepts: Concept A: “Quartiers” and Concept B: “Great Streets”. These concepts show
different approaches to the location, intensity and type of land uses and built form, the
mobility and open space network, the treatment of the public realm and street-scapes,
and the treatment and vehicle capacity along the Fraser Highway. The two concept
options also showed a number of similarities and consensus points. Following is a summary
of these key similarities and differences.
• Significant changes in land use and increase in density within the downtown;
• The introduction of a range of mixed use building types ranging in height from 3 to
16 storeys;
• An expansion of the extent of residential uses within the downtown, with a focus
on low - medium density attached ground oriented housing forms with some taller
residential buildings up to 16 storeys; Concept A: “Quartiers”
• Public open space provision and design to accommodate a public farmers market
within the downtown.
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Summary of Key Differences
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2.2 Concept A: “Quartiers”
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“Quartiers” - Overview
st.
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“Quartiers” - Land Use, Density & Mix
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Quartiers - Built Form
retail office
~16 storeys
residential/ retail
mixed-use
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“Quartiers” - Mobility Network
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“Quartiers” - Street Types and Open Spaces
Retail
street with
4 storey
street wall
Fraser Boulevard: 2 travel lanes during/
in direction of peak period traffic (on-
street parking in peak period directions
removed)
272 Street: 1 travel lane in each direction, on Local neighbourhood street with
street parking and a 4 storey street wall. Apartment frontage
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“Quartiers” - Aldergrove Mall Site
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“Quartiers” - Summary Concept Diagram
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2.3 Concept B: “Great Streets”
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“Great Streets” - Overview
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Great Streets: Land Use, Density & Mix
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“Great Streets”: Built Form
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4-5 storeys
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3 storeys
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“Great Streets” - Mobility Network
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Quartiers: Streets and Open Spaces
272 Street: a mixed-use retail street with one Aldergrove Square: a public gathering space framed by residential build-
travel lane in each direction and on-street ings and incorporating public art features expressing the Township’s agricul- A narrow “mews” framed by affordable,
parking. tural roots. ground oriented townhouses.
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“Great Streets”: Aldergrove Mall Site
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“Great Streets”: Summary Concept Diagram
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3.0 Conclusions and Next Steps
The two alternative concepts developed at the charrette represent different approaches
and design choices for achieving the overall project goals and objectives. Preliminary
evaluation of the two options by Township staff, the consultants, the Aldergrove Planning
Committee and the public will identify preferred elements and approaches from each
of the preferred concepts to incorporate into a preferred hybrid concept plan to carry
forward with more detailed planning and design.
Acknowledging that the two alternative concepts were produced and refined very
quickly at the charrette and post-charrette workshops, there are likely to be some
technical challenges with some elements in each of the plans, which will be identified
and addressed as part of the technical analysis and critical evaluation that is the next
step in this process. However, overall the charrette was a very productive, creative
and collaborative event that identified a wide range of approaches for managing future
growth and change in Downtown Aldergrove and setting the foundation for further
collaboration moving forward to a preferred concept and supporting set of polices and
guidelines.
Next Steps
Following the presentation and approval of this report at the September 17 Aldergrove
Core Planning Committee meeting, this report will be presented to Council for
information and approval to proceed to a Public Open House tentatively scheduled for
October 29. These two concept options will be displayed at the open house for public The Downtown Aldergrove Charrette team
comment and feedback. Township staff will report to Council on the results of the public
review, the professional technical review and the evaluation process following the Open
House.
The resulting final design concept, which incorporates the most desirable elements
from each of the two concepts, will form the foundation for the development of policy
recommendations and urban design guidelines which together, will become a key
element of the Updated Aldergrove Community Plan.
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REPORT TO
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
RECOMMENDATION(S):
That Council receive the Master Transportation Plan report; and
That Council endorse the Road Classifications Maps 6.2A (Attachment C) and 6.2B
(Attachment D) to replace the existing Highway Classification Map P-1 (Attachment A) and the
Master Transportation Plan – Road Cross-Sections Map (Attachment E and F).
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Township Engineering Division has been leading an update of the Master Transportation
Plan for the past several years. The plan update included a review of the transportation vision
and goals, examining existing conditions, identifying problems, transportation modeling,
identifying improvements, development of a plan, and public consultation throughout the
process. The latest version of the plan was presented to the public in the spring of 2007.
The plan incorporates changes resulting from revisions to Neighbourhood and Community
Plans as well as major regional projects, plans, and initiatives such as the Golden Ears Bridge,
the Provincial Transit Plan, the South of Fraser Transit Plan, the Roberts Bank Rail Corridor
Study and the Provincial Gateway Program. The Township is also undertaking a review of its
cycling routes. The changes resulting from the draft bike route map have been incorporated
into the transportation plan. The Township is also undertaking a review of its subdivision and
development control bylaw which includes modification to road cross sections.
As a result of these plans and initiatives, new road classification maps have been developed to
replace the existing Highway Classification P-1 Map. The new maps include a road
classification map for the entire Township that identify major and minor arterial and collector
roads, a similar classification map for the Willoughby area and a new Road Classification Map
that identifies road cross sections for every arterial and collector road within the Township. The
Engineering Division will recommend future updates to Council for changes to these maps
necessitated through changes in neighbourhood or community plans or provincial and regional
plans and initiatives.
The Master Transportation Plan also reflects the goals and objectives of the Township’s
Sustainability Charter, adopted by Council in June 2008; in particular with respect to:
• Integration of transportation in community planning;
• Conserving and enhancing our environment; and
• Reducing energy consumption.
PURPOSE:
To seek Council endorsement of the Road Network Classification Maps component of the
Master Transportation Plan.
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MASTER TRANSPORTATION PLAN – ROAD NETWORK PLAN AND CLASSIFICATIONS
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BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
The Township of Langley is responsible for an extensive transportation system that provides for
the safe and efficient mobility of people and goods. The Township guides the development of
its transportation system through its Master Transportation Plan (MTP) primarily using the
Highway Classification P-1 Map (see Attachment A – Road Network and Classification).
The P-1 Map was last updated in 2004 to incorporate major changes as a result of
neighbourhood and community plans, as well as major regional road network changes such as
the Golden Ears Bridge. The Master Transportation Plan was last updated in 1988. The
current update of the Master Transportation Plan was undertaken by Ward Consulting. A copy
of the full report is available for viewing with the Township Clerk.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:
The goal is to prepare a future Transportation Plan that will “guide the orderly long term
development of the Township’s transportation system in an effective and economical manner”.
The plan focuses on the development on an updated road network and classification map as the
basis for the transportation system. The information will be used to assist in updating future
transit and cycling routes and facilities within the Township.
The major steps undertaken as part of the Master Transportation Plan included:
The project was initiated in 2003 with a review of the Township transportation vision and goals.
Public consultation and feedback was obtained throughout the planning process including
newspaper ads, public open houses, visioning workshops, and household surveys, with the
most recent meetings occurring in the spring of 2007. The plan has been revised to incorporate
the latest changes approved through neighbourhood and community plans amendments. The
draft plan has been revised to be consistent with other regional and provincial plans such as:
One of the major goals of the plan is to meet the needs of a growing community in a sustainable
manner while minimizing the negative impact such as the impact to the Agricultural Land
Reserve (ALR). Towards this end, the Township is also currently working on an amendment to
its subdivision and development control bylaw; part of that bylaw includes updated road
standards for arterial, collector and local roads. The road cross sections generally require
narrower vehicle travel lanes and the incorporation of cycling lanes. The transportation plan
also includes a road classification map that identifies road cross sections for each arterial and
collector road within the Township.
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The Township of Langley is updating its cycling routes. The draft bike route plans (see
Attachment B) has been incorporated into the proposed road network classification maps and
the updated road standards in the subdivision and development control bylaw. The Engineering
Division plans to undertake a public consultation process on the draft bike route plans.
Revisions to the Transportation Plan will be required once the bike route plan is adopted.
Similarly, future revisions to neighbourhood and community plans will require revisions to the
road network classification plans.
The existing Highway Classification P-1 Map designates arterial and collector roads within the
Township. The P-1 Map also includes varying right of way widths that correspond to road
cross-sections within the previous subdivision and development control bylaw.
The new Road Classification Maps have incorporated the road network changes from regional,
provincial, and Township plans as well as subdividing the road system into major arterial, minor
arterial, major collector and minor collector roads. The intent of the new classification system is
to more accurately reflect the role and function of a road and to assist in operational decisions
such as the application of traffic calming measures.
The Road Classifications Map 6.2A (see Attachment C) provides the road classifications for the
entire Township. Due to the detail contained within the Willoughby area, a separate Road
Classification Map 6.2B (see Attachment D) has been created. The proposed road cross
sections are shown on Attachments E and F. The major highlights of the plan are:
Gloucester
The road network was modified to become consistent with the Gloucester Neighbourhood Plan.
This included the removal of a proposed overpass on 56 Avenue across Highway 1 and
confirming the future need for an overpass of Highway 1 at 272 Street.
Aldergrove
The road network was modified to reflect the findings of the traffic study undertaken by Ward
Consulting as part of the initial review of the Aldergrove Neighbourhood Plan study currently
underway. The plan proposes a collector ring road system around Aldergrove and four lanes on
Fraser Highway in the future. As part of the Aldergrove visioning and planning process, it is
anticipated that the road network plan in Aldergrove will undergo revisions. Following that
process, the Road Classification Maps included in the Master Transportation Plan may need to
be revised.
South Langley
The road network in south Langley has seen some changes resulting from subdividing road
arterials and collectors into major and minor categories. The major change is the removal of the
24 Avenue and 32 Avenue connections through the Agricultural Land Reserve. The
classification of 16 Avenue remains unchanged as a major arterial route. The classification of
Zero Avenue is a minor collector to reflect its role and function.
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Brookswood
The Brookswood Neighbourhood Plan is in need of a major update and revision. Due to the
lack of information in Brookswood, the road network plan is unchanged with the exception of
subdividing arterial and collector roads into major and minor categories.
Murrayville
The road network in Murrayville is substantially unchanged with the exception of subdividing
arterial and collector roads into major and minor categories.
Fort Langley
The road network in Fort Langley has seen some changes as a result of the closure of the
Albion Ferry. The network has been subdivided into major and minor categories with the
general trend of roads being classified into lower categories.
Milner
The Milner area includes the 64 Avenue rail overpass at Highway 10 and extension. This is
consistent with the previous road network map from 2004 and the Roberts Bank Rail Corridor
Study. The construction of the overpass project is subject to the approval of the Agricultural
Land Commission.
Willowbrook
The Willowbrook area has seen little change in the road network classification of the existing
routes. The major change in the incorporation of the overpass structures is included in the
Roberts Bank Rail Corridor Study such as the 204 Street, 196 Street, 192 Street, and
53 Avenue overpass structures. A new road link connecting 203 Street to the Langley Bypass
has been included in the plan.
Willoughby
The Willoughby plan has undergone substantial changes as a result of new Neighbourhood
plans being developed in the past several years. The road network and classification maps
have been modified to be consistent with those plans. In areas where neighbourhood plans
have not been completed, gaps between neighbourhoods have been filled in. The changes
include the connector road to the 216 Interchange, the widening of 208 Street, and the
extension of 202 Street to Highway 1. In addition, 200 Street has been identified as a future
rapid transit corridor.
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The draft plan has undergone significant changes over the past several years since its inception
in 2003. Following the public open house held in 2007, there have been minor revisions
resulting from public input and ongoing changes from Neighbourhood plans. The Engineering
Division recommends that Council endorse the Road Classification Maps 6.2A and 6.2B and the
Master Transportation Plan – Road Classifications Map. If adopted, it is the intention of the
Engineering Division to continue updating the maps as needed following any changes resulting
from ongoing neighbourhood and community plans updates as well as any changes resulting
from Provincial or Regional Plans.
Respectfully submitted,
Paul Cordeiro
MANAGER, TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING
for
ENGINEERING DIVISION
This report has been prepared in consultation with the following listed departments.
CONCURRENCES
Division / Department Name
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT R. SEIFI
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ATTACHMENT A
EXISTING ROAD NETWORK AND CLASSIFICATION MAP
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ATTACHMENT B
DRAFT BIKE ROUTE MAP
DBB
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ATTACHMENT C
ROAD CLASSIFICATION MAP - OVERALL
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ROAD CLASSIFICATION MAP – WILLOUGHBY
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Legend
S
RE Road Cross Section Local Municipal Roads
R DC 6 Lane Divided + Bike Lanes <=60 Provincial Highways
LA
AL 6 Lane Divided + Bike Lanes > 60
4 Lane Divided + Bike Lane <= 60
Bridge
4 Lane Divided + Bike Lane > 60
Golden Ears 4 Lane Divided <= 60
Mc
Major Collector Industrial/Commercial
K IN
Minor Collector Residential
98 AVE 97
199A ST
NO
Rural 4 Lane (TWLTL)
203 ST B
201 ST
AV 2 Lane <= 60
NC
206 ST
E
96 Ave Intersection 96 AVE 96 AVE
RE
204 ST
Re-alignment
213 ST
RD
Future
Bridge
93 AVE
R
ST
E
200 St Future
202 ST
LE ST
OV
212 S
91 AVE
GHT
Bridge
GL
Interchange Future RIVER RD
WRI
214
TRATT
T
88 Ave 88 AVE 202 St
B
88 AVE 88 AVE 88 AVE
ST
Tunnel
86 AVE 208 St
204 ST
216 ST
Overpass
264 ST
84 AVE
Future 216 St RAWLISON CR
84 AVE
83 AVE ES
83 AVE Interchange
211 ST
256 ST
Future 82 AVE Future
197 ST
Bridge Bridge
80 Ave
209 ST
80 AVE 80 AVE
204 ST
Future
232 ST
78 AVE
216 ST
Future Glover Rd
200 ST
232 St RBRC
202A ST
Bridge
76 AVE Overpass Overpass
74B AVE
208 ST
198B ST
240 ST
201 ST
197 ST
73A AVE
206 ST
Interchange
202B ST
Future H
CR
Pedestrian ES
248 ST
Overpass
68 AVE
Fraser Hwy
197 ST
201 ST
196 ST
256 ST
203 ST
MU 64 AVE
RapidTransit FF 64 AVE 64 AVE
198 ST
272 ST
OR 248 St
On Fraser Hwy D
CR
62 AVE ES Overpass
Future
Future 196 St 64 Ave RBRC 60 AVE
RBRC Overpass
264 ST
Overpass 58
268 ST
204 St CR
E S
56 Ave Overpass 56 AVE 56 AVE
224 ST
264 St
Future 192 St 52 AVE
275 ST
Future 53 Ave 52 AVE Interchange
221A ST
Overpass Future
Overpass
240 ST
Pedestrian
50 AVE Overpass
219 ST
48 AVE 48 AVE
228 ST
48 Ave
222 ST
FR
AS Future
ER
44 AVE 44 AVE 44 AVE H WY 272 St
OLD ROBERTSON CRE
S Overpass
42 AVE YAL
E
212 ST
RD
204 ST
40 Ave 40 AVE
38 AVE
36 AVE
268 ST
216 ST
Future
262 ST
260 ST 260 ST
Bridge 32 AVE
232 ST
210 ST
32 AVE 32 AVE
32 Ave
276 ST
29 AVE
200 ST
240 ST
28 AVE 28 AVE
210 ST
26 AVE 26 AVE
204 ST
196 ST
24 AVE 24 AVE
24 Ave 24 AVE 24 AVE 24 AVE
Proposed
204A ST
256 ST
Road
20 AVE 20 AVE
208 ST
272 ST
16 AVE
16 Ave
240 ST
224 ST
216 ST
8 AVE
8 Ave 8 AVE
256 ST
264 ST
0 Ave 0 AVE
200 St
208 St
216 St
224 St
232 St
240 St
248 St
256 St
264 St
272 St
98 AVE
TE 97
205A ST
B
199A ST
L
201 ST
EG AV
203 ST
RA E
P H
TR
A IL
206 ST
96 AVE 96 AVE
Intersection
Re-alignment
210 ST
198 ST
213 ST
E
A AV
93 Future
204 ST
92A AVE Bridge 93 AVE
92 AVE
Future
212 ST
91A AVE
Bridge
200 St
202 ST
Interchange
STB
WALNUT GROVE DR
214
Future
88 AVE 202 St 88 AVE
206 ST
Tunnel
87 AVE
216 ST
201 ST
86A
CR
E S
86 AVE
208 St
198A ST
Overpass
204 ST
85 AVE TEL
E GRA
P HT
RAI
84 AVE L
84 AVE
Future
209A ST
Future
83 AVE
Bridge 216 St
83 AVE
Interchange
211 ST
82 AVE
Future
81A AVE
Bridge
198A ST
80 AVE Glover Rd
Overpass
199 ST
209 ST
RD
197 ST
204 ST
ER
78 AVE 78 AVE
Future
OV
212 ST
GL
216 ST
77A AVE
Bridge
206 ST
202A ST
200 ST
76 AVE 76 AVE
74B AVE
206A ST
208 ST
198B ST
73A AVE
197 ST
72 AVE
196B ST
200A ST
CR
S
US
198A
H
201 ST
202B ST
204 ST
206 ST
70 AVE CR
70 AVE ES
69
AV
E Future
Pedestrian
68 AVE
Overpass
W
AK
EF
NN
IE
201 ST
CO
66 AVE
196 ST
L D
DR
K
197 ST
O
O
BR
65 AVE
W
203 ST
LO
IL
64 AVE
W
64 AVE
MU
202 ST
ST
FF
OR
4
20
D
WILLOWBROOK DR CR
E S
Fraser Hwy 62 AVE
Future Bus Future Legend
Future Overpass
4 Lane Divided + Bike Lane > 60
4 Lane Divided <= 60
196 St RBRC
Overpass
4 Lane Divided > 60
4 Lane Divided Wide Curb <= 60
2 Lane Divided <= 60
( Future Interchange
Disclaimer: The data provided had been compiled from various 0 0.25 0.5 1 1.5 2
sources and is not warrented as to its accuracy or sufficiency by the Kilometers
Township of Langley. The user of this information is responsible for
confirming its accuracy and sufficiency.
REPORT TO
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
RECOMMENDATION(S):
That Council receive the Fraser Highway/248 Street Traffic Signal report for information.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
At their regular meeting of June 15, 2009, Council requested that staff provide a report on how
the intersection at 248 Street and Fraser Highway can be improved and the timeline for such
improvements. A number of options were reviewed and considered including:
1. the addition of northbound and southbound left phases only, is the least expensive
option but will actually reduce the overall capacity and performance of the intersection;
significant delays are expected if this option is pursued alone.
2. the construction of northbound and southbound left turn bays would provide an
improvement to the overall capacity of the intersection over the existing condition;
however, this option will have impacts to the surrounding properties and will require
significant capital funds allocated to this intersection.
3. the construction of northbound and southbound left turn bays and the installation of left
turn phases are more costly than option 2 and actually decrease the performance of the
intersection as compared to option 2.
4. the widening of Fraser Highway to four lanes will also improve the intersection
performance.
While the existing configuration has delays to the northbound and southbound traffic in the peak
hour, priority is given to Fraser Highway, thereby minimizing overall delay at the intersection.
The cost of Option 2 is $430,000 plus property and business impact costs: all costs must be
funded from general revenue sources. There are several other locations within the Township
with similar or worse traffic conditions and as a result, the expenditure of these funds should be
considered in the overall context of Township needs and priorities.
PURPOSE:
This report responds to the request for further information and options for improvement for the
traffic signal at Fraser Highway and 248 Street.
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BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
Fraser Highway is a major East/West arterial road in the Township of Langley with an average
daily vehicle volume of approximately 25,000 vehicles per day (248 Street carries about 5000
vehicles per day). In situations where the volume on the major road is significantly larger than
the minor road, priority is given to the major road resulting in larger delays to the minor road.
At signalized intersections where a high number of left turning vehicles are present, a left turn
bay may be installed to separate this traffic from the other streams. This allows other
movements to proceed unhindered by waiting left turning vehicles. If the conflicting vehicle
volumes are high enough, a left turn phase may also be installed. Left turn phases are only
installed where the conflicting vehicle volume is high enough as the installation of additional
phases decreases the overall capacity of the intersection.
The Township installed left turn phases in the eastbound and westbound directions on
Fraser Highway at 248 Street. Following this installation, Council has requested staff to look
into further improvements particularly in the northbound and southbound directions.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:
A number of options were reviewed and considered including:
1. the addition northbound and southbound left phases only
2. the construction of northbound and southbound left turn bays
3. the construction of northbound and southbound left turn bays and the installation of left
turn phases.
The table below provides a summary of the options reviewed in terms of the anticipated
construction costs and performance. The construction costs do not include any land acquisition
or compensation to property owners impacted by options 2 and 3. Also, as the majority of the
construction activity is on the cross street (248 Street), the project would not be eligible for
funding from the TransLink Major Road Network Minor Capital fund or from the Road DCC fund.
As a result, the funding would be required from General Revenue sources.
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The installation of northbound and southbound left turn phases only (i.e. a dedicated left turn
arrow) without constructing left turn bays will have significant negative impacts to the overall
intersection performance and will not improve the capacity or operations of this intersection.
The provision of northbound and southbound left turn bays would be quite beneficial (either with
or without left turn phases) and improve the overall performance of the intersection, reduce
vehicle delays, and provide separation between left turning and through moving vehicles.
Options 2, the addition of northbound and southbound left turn lanes without left turn phases
would be the most efficient option.
The construction of left turn bays in the northbound and southbound directions would have
impacts on the surrounding properties. A concept drawing is provided as Attachment A showing
the existing configuration and Attachment B showing the addition of northbound and
southbound left turn bays. In order to accommodate the required turning movements, additional
widening on the northwest and southeast corners is likely required with the construction of
retaining walls due to the grades in the area. The large shoulder area on the southwest corner
would be significantly reduced with little to no parking remaining in this area impacting primarily
the business on this corner.
Not shown on the above table is the long term solution of widening Fraser Highway to 4 lanes.
While this would provide a significant benefit to traffic operations in this location for all
directions, this widening will not take place for some time with other portions of Fraser Highway
being widened prior to this location.
The estimated cost of Option 2 ($430,000 of general revenue funding) does not include land
and property impacts. As a result, this significant investment should be considered in the
context of the overall needs and priorities of the Township. There are numerous other locations
within the Township that are also experiencing similar or worse traffic delays including several
intersections along the 200 Street corridor, the 208 Street corridor, 56 Avenue/232 Street and
other intersections along the Fraser Highway corridor. For these reasons, the Township
Transportation Department does not recommend undertaking any further improvements at this
time. Alternatively, the performance of the intersection will continue to be monitored by staff
and potential upgrades may be brought forward by staff for the consideration of Council in future
years.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard Welfing
PROJECT ENGINEER
for
ENGINEERING DIVISION
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Present:
Chair, I. Mugridge
Council Representative
Councillor Fox
Staff:
E. Horricks, J. Robertson and S. Carneiro
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by A. Johnson,
Seconded by G. Muller,
That the Heritage Advisory Committee adopt the Agenda of the September 8, 2009
meeting.
CARRIED
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by T. Annandale,
Seconded by G. Muller,
That the Heritage Advisory Committee adopt the Minutes of the June 2, 2009
meeting as amended.
CARRIED
B. DELEGATIONS
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C. PRESENTATIONS
D. REPORTS (VERBAL)
1. Chairman’s Report
I. Mugridge reported that J. Watt has resigned from the Committee due to changes
in her work schedule and family commitments; however she has indicated that she
would be willing to assist with any short term task force work that arises in future.
Lance Talbott
Four sites have been identified for which historic documentation would be timely
including, the Porter’s General Store in Murrayville and the Willoughby Methodist
(later United) Church, Tom and Dorothy Campbell Residence and David Jones
Residence located in Willoughby.
All three buildings are earmarked for retention and restoration as part of a Quadra
Homes Townhouse Development proposal for 208 Street in Willoughby. Adding
these properties to the Community Heritage Register in advance of a Heritage
Revitalization Agreement, will allow the Township to take advantage of the historic
places initiative funding by preparing Statements of Significance for each of the sites
by the grant deadline of December 31, 2009.
COUNCIL
Moved by A. Johnson,
Seconded by F. Pepin,
Recommendation that Council authorize placing the Willoughby Methodist (later
United) Church, the Tom and Dorothy Campbell Residence and the David Jones
Residence on the Township’s Community Heritage Register as requested by the
owners.
CARRIED
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D. REPORTS (VERBAL)
Although the Community Charter makes provisions for providing financial support to
commercial properties with respect to heritage conservation, funding for properties
with a commercial component must be approved by Council.
COUNCIL
Moved by G. Muller,
Seconded by A. Johnson,
Recommendation that Council approve a $5,000 grant for repair and restoration of
the Coronation Block located on Glover Road in Fort Langley.
CARRIED
• Visitation statistics were down in the summer months possibly due to the closure
of the Albion Ferry on July 31, 2009.
• The Museum hosted a number of special events throughout the summer months,
including Diversity Day and Canada Day.
• The current exhibition entitled “100-Mile Harvest” opened in August and
addresses the agricultural diversity and sustainability in the Fraser Valley.
• Three grants were acquired this year to subsidise summer staff, two from Young
Canada Works and one from Service Canada.
• The museum has applied for a grant to upgrade the fire suppression equipment
to current standards.
• Two rotating exhibits have been established; one at the entrance to the history
gallery and the other in the foyer of the museum. Works by Kwantlen artist
Phyllis Atkins are now on display.
• The Museum Advisory Group met on June 8, 2009; minutes were circulated to
the Committee membership for their information.
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E. REPORTS (WRITTEN)
Meeting notes for the Land Use & Planning Committee meeting dated July 17, 2009
were included in the agenda package.
T. Annandale gave an update on the Land Use & Planning Committee’s activities, as
follows:
• A site review of the David Jones Residence was also completed in July.
The minutes of the Douglas Day Planning Committee meeting were distributed with
the agenda for the Heritage Advisory Committee’s information.
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F. CORRESPONDENCE
Memo from E. Horricks regarding exemption of heritage property from the HPA.
E. Horricks reported that the following tasks have been completed with regards to
the Captain Jackson Commemoration:
• The memorial stone has been restored and design for the mount completed.
• The mount for the stone and plaque (displayed at the meeting) is currently
being constructed by the Langley Heritage Society.
• The Township arborist has advised that some gravel will be removed from
the boulevard to provide adequate soil for the maple tree. A hole for the
ceremonial planting will be prepared in advance of the ceremony in order to
provide an opportunity for those attending the ceremony to participate in the
planting.
• The selected date for the ceremony is October 15, 2009; final details will be
resolved by a Commemoration Task Force.
• Andrew Jackson has conveyed that a donation of up to $500 has been
provided by the Aldergrove Credit Union to assist with the cost of the
commemoration event.
J. Megahy and M. Sparrow offered to serve on the Task Force to plan the final
details of the commemoration ceremony.
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I. Mugridge conveyed the contents of a memo from J. Watt, dated August 21, 2009
proposing that the Committee explore the potential of holding a round table
discussion on heritage in conjunction with Heritage Week 2010.
J. Megahy volunteered to research the idea further and report back to the
membership at the October meeting.
B. Sommer presented the preliminary draft of the Terms of Reference. She noted that
the task force met three times over the summer months to prepare the draft.
The Committee reviewed each section of the proposed draft to clarify its content and
resolve the final wording. Section 8.5 Staff Support was revised to read as follows:
“Appropriate staff, members of Council and a Committee clerk will be assigned to
support the work of the Committee. The Heritage Planner, or designate shall attend
and support Committee meetings. The Museum Services Manager, or designate shall
attend Committee meetings to provide historical information, archival documentation
and notice of program services that support the work of the Committee.”
Moved by B. Sommer,
Seconded by G. Muller,
Recommendation that Council endorse the terms of reference of the Heritage
Advisory Committee as revised and presented as Attachment A.
CARRIED
Clerk’s Note: Terms of Reference (Attachment A) is not included with the minutes. This item
will be included at a later date. Refer to Annexure 1.
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E. Horricks indicated that she received notification from Capital Planning at the
Fraser Health Authority that an invitation to attend the opening of this facility will be
sent out shortly to the Committee members who have played a role in this project in
the past.
Councillor Fox noted that current members who re-apply will not have to go through
the interview process.
J. OTHER BUSINESS
K. ROUND TABLE
J. Robertson will explore the delegate criteria and let J. Megahy know who is
eligible.
E. Horricks will follow up with staff to see whether this is possible for the October
meeting.
3. F. Pepin announced that the Heritage Society approved funding of $1000 each for
three schools, including the Nicomekl Community School, Douglas Park Community
School and Langley Meadows Community School, to attend the Langley Heritage
Society Museum Program.
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L. NEXT MEETING
M. TERMINATE
Moved by T. Annandale,
Seconded by G. Muller,
That the meeting terminate at 9:40 p.m.
CARRIED
CERTIFIED CORRECT:
________________
Chair, Ian Mugridge
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Present:
Municipal Representative:
Councillor Grant Ward
Staff:
David Leavers, Tab Buckner, Bev Herman, Al Neufeld and Sylvia Carneiro
A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by D. Sheel,
Seconded by J. Jack,
That the Recreation, Culture and Parks Advisory Committee approve the Agenda
of September 9, 2009 meeting.
CARRIED
B. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by H. Hogeterp,
Seconded by D. Sheel,
That the Recreation, Culture, and Parks Advisory Committee adopt the Minutes of
the June 10, 2009 meeting.
CARRIED
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B. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by D. Sheel,
Seconded by R. Camparamo,
That the Recreation, Culture, and Parks Advisory Committee adopt the Minutes of
the Joint Meeting dated June 24, 2009.
CARRIED
C. DELEGATIONS
D. PRESENTATIONS
E. REPORTS (VERBAL)
1. Chairman’s Report
J. Paterson reported that all the Directors and Chair positions for the 2010 Summer
Games have been filled. The first official Board meeting will be held on
September 22, 2009.
D. Leavers reported that in the coming month the Langley Events Centre will play
host to the opening game of the Langley Chiefs Junior ‘A’ Hockey Club and Paul
Brandt in concert.
He also reported that it has been an extremely successful year for sports tourism in
the Township of Langley. Sport Langley is encouraged regarding the following
events that have been held or have been awarded to the Township.
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E. REPORTS (VERBAL)
Community Centre
7. Fraser Valley Diving – Provincial Championships – Walnut Grove
Community Centre
Langley has been awarded the following events Fall 2009 and 2010:
In addition, Langley has been awarded the following events for 2011 and 2012:
E. REPORTS (WRITTEN)
F. CORRESPONDENCE
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F. CORRESPONDENCE
An email invitation from Councillor Bateman regarding the Olympic Torch Relay
that will come through Langley on February 8, 2010. A workshop will be held on
October 6, 2009 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Events Centre Banquet Hall
regarding planning a community celebration. If any of the members would like to
be involved email Councillor Bateman jordan@jordanbateman.com or D. Leavers.
The Willoughby Community Park water park and playground area deficiencies
have been repaired and the landscaping work will be completed shortly.
The sand, soccer and baseball fields have been assumed by Parks Operations
and the pedestrian lighting will be completed this fall.
A new pole vault facility has been constructed. A contract has been entered into for
the installation of a six feet high chain link perimeter fence that will surround the
stadium. Bleacher seating will be installed this fall at the Grandstand facility and it
is expected to be completed in time for the November high school football
championships. Both an electronic score board and sound system have been
installed.
B. Herman introduced the 2009 fall work plan initiative to develop an advertising
policy for municipal parks and facilities Staff led a philosophical discussion
amongst Advisory Committee members to gain insight into the relative comfort
levels of our members regarding the potential for the presence of advertising in
Township parks and recreation facilities. Staff are looking for recommendations
from members of the committee to enable them to put together a policy that will be
sent to Council for their consideration.
Discussion ensued whether the goal of such advertising is to generate revenue for
the Township or to provide voluntary community organizations with an additional
method to raise funds to offset participant costs.
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• Review Period
The Advertising Policy should be reviewed every two years.
• Revenues
The policy should include different levels of advertising and the surplus amount
from advertising in municipal parks and facilities should be retained by the
Recreation, Culture, and Parks Division and be used to offset operational costs
of maintaining parks and facilities.
• Naming Rights
If a corporation donates money towards capital infrastructure (e.g. scoreboard,
etc.) they should be allowed advertising rights up to five years to recognize
their contributions by agreement.
Members would like to know if there are stats available from other municipalities
regarding advertising.
D. Leavers reported that when parks are designed there is some consideration for
storage for community groups. However, in recent years the demand for storage
at the parks has exceeded the infrastructure provided.
Committee would like to see a uniform approach In our parks and facilities
regarding the provision of storage for community groups. For example, the
increased use of cargo containers in parks was cited as less than ideal approach
to meeting this need.
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D. Leavers reported that on October 1, 2008 the Langley Centennial Museum was
transferred under the umbrella of the Recreation, Culture, and Parks Division. The
Museum Manager and Curator retired soon after and, therefore, the focus since
has been on museum operations.
The Langley Centennial Museum hosted four major exhibits this year; the Lantern
Festival, Soft Pastels with Barbara Boldt, Fort Winery and the 100-Mile Harvest.
The museum acquired three grants to subsidise summer staff this year, two from
Young Canada Works and one from Service Canada.
The museum has applied for a grant to upgrade the fire suppression equipment to
current standards.
The following resolution was adopted at the August 31, 2009 Special Council
meeting:
That Council receive the report entitled “Aldergrove Athletic Park Concept Plan”
and the results of the public input, for information;
That Council endorse the Aldergrove Athletic Park Concept Plan to guide future
development of the park; and further
That Council authorize staff to proceed with site preparation as a first phase of
developing the new proposed facilities in the park.
AMENDMENT
That staff provide a report on cost of moving forward for the 2010 budget process.
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CARRIED
.
The question was called on the main motion and it was
CARRIED
Councillor Ward and J. Jack would like some direction to enable them to report
more effectively.
2. Therapeutic Recreation
No report
No report
4. Equestrian
S. Guest noted that there are at least six different kinds of equestrian organizations
in Langley.
She had talks with the BC Horse Council and they would like to know what kind of
information the Committee is looking at. She noted that the BC Horse Council has
a lot of statistics that they can share with the Township. She was informed that
currently the members would like to know who they are, how can the community,
especially the economically disadvantaged kids, get involved and their upcoming
events. She could inform them of the grant opportunities available with the
Township.
5. Libraries / Museum
Councillor Ward reported that currently the libraries are dealing with the issue of
Provincial cuts.
H. Hogeterp reported that Langley has three committees for early childhood and
youth. She would like clarity on her role.
She informed the members that the Aldergrove Youth Committee are working on a
grant since the school budget is very tight and they may not have a drop in
program for the youth there.
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She reported that she will be attending the Langley School District Literacy
Program meeting on September 29, 2009. She will also be contacting Joy Wilson
regarding representation on their committee.
1. Langley Walk
At the Joint Meeting with the City of Langley and the Township of Langley it was
agreed that a facilitator be hired to help to channel new ideas for promoting the
Langley Walk with a goal to encourage mass participation. D. Sheel,
K. Charlesworth, S. Guest, H. Hogeterp, J. Paterson, G. Aitken and
Councillor Ward agreed to participate in the session. The date will be confirmed.
L. OTHER BUSINESS
Members were agreeable that the date of the November meeting be moved to
Thursday, November 12, 2009 in lieu of Wednesday, November 11, 2009
(Remembrance Day).
M. ROUND TABLE
1. H. Hogeterp reported that the Aldergrove Planning Committee met in June and will
be meeting again in October and she is very pleased with the progress the
committee is making towards improving Aldergrove.
2. W. Johnson reported that the provincial foot ball championships will be held in
Langley and if it goes well, teams will continue to use the facilities at McLeod
Athletic Park.
3. S. Guest reported that as a result of the Joint Meeting with the City of Langley, she
and Nathan have organized a Bike Coalition and the first meeting will take place at
the Langley Events Centre on September 17, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. The goal of the
Bike Coalition is to promote safe biking.
4. J. Marvel reported that the Walnut Grove pool has been closed for 3 weeks for its
annual shut downas some of the equipment is being replaced both in the weight
room and the pool.
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A small fitness centre will be opened at the Aldergrove Kinsmen Centre by the end
of October by transforming a small meeting room to meet this emerging need.
5. T. Buckner reported that the two tennis courts at Walnut Grove have been closed
as a risk management precaution because there has been some lifting and
cracking on the court surfaces. The situation is being monitored and paving work
may have to be done before the winter.
N. NEXT MEETINGS
O. TERMINATE
Moved by D. Sheel
That the meeting terminated at 9:15 p.m.
CARRIED
CERTIFIED CORRECT:
________________________
Chair, Jamey Paterson
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COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES:
Mayor Green and Councillor C. Fox
STAFF REPRESENTATIVES:
J. Chu, P. Crawford, J. Marvel and S. Palmer
OTHERS PRESENT:
J. Karakas, HB Lanarc (Consultant)
A. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Moved by B. Thomasson,
Seconded by R. Daems,
That the Aldergrove Planning Committee approve the Agenda of the
September 17, 2009 meeting.
CARRIED
B. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by A. McDougall,
Seconded by D. Bloomfield,
That the Aldergrove Planning Committee adopt the minutes of the June 25, 2009
meeting.
CARRIED
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C. PRESENTATIONS
J. Chu noted that comments were received from committee members since the
previous committee meeting and forwarded to J. Karakas for incorporation into the
report.
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C. PRESENTATIONS
Discussion took place regarding commercial space in the downtown area. It was
noted that currently Aldergrove has about 340,000 sq.ft. of commercial space. One
of the design objectives is to reduce the size of the commercial footprint to provide
focus for more viable businesses and to render a smaller, urban look to the
downtown area. Concept A would reduce the total commercial space by
approximately 100,000 sq.ft. to 217,000 sq.ft. as opposed to Concept B that
proposes commercial space of 275,000 sq.ft.
J. Karakas responded that the key issues were addressed by placing emphasis on
residential development in the downtown core to attract people to live in the
community; both concepts take the approach of reducing commercial space, but not
removing it altogether. He added that people are less likely to buy a condominium
when they have to get in their vehicles to pick up milk, etc.
The comment was made that unless upzoning, improved densities and property
values occur in Aldergrove, there will not be an improvement in commercial viability.
It is time to plan and look to the future now during the economic downturn and
develop in a phased approach to improve values and returns. Exploring other
methods to encourage development has been discussed such as creating economic
zones. J. Karakas echoed these comments saying that a long-term vision is
required so that development happening in the short term does not preclude long
term development.
The concern was raised of providing enough affordable housing for young families
and first time home buyers.
J. Karakas noted that both concepts try to address this issue, but particularly
Concept A does both in terms of offering a mix of affordable townhouses to
apartment towers. He commented that there is no evidence to date that indicates
that six-storey wood buildings are feasible and more cost-effective than concrete.
He added that the ideal would be to allow and create a land use designation allowing
six storey wood buildings to ensure flexibility. He added that supportive or social
housing are not under consideration at this time, but that the Committee could make
a policy recommendation in the final report.
B. Bailey commented that Abbotsford had a unique approach in that every tenth lot
had to be an AHOP (Affordable Homeownership Opportunity Program) style building
to provide a mixed blend for different economic stratas. J. Karakas responded that
there are inclusionary mechanisms available to ensure a percentage of affordable
housing. He added that Langford is opting for every tenth unit being developed to
be at an affordability rate based on a complex formula.
The suggestion was made to include the desire for a mixed approach to housing
( i.e. provide for affordable housing) as a policy recommendation based on the
preferred concept.
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C. PRESENTATIONS
S. Janda commented that his preference was Concept A – the “Quartiers”, as the
Aldergrove Mall in the north-eastern section of the core area would see more
exposure and traffic.
COUNCIL
Moved by B. Bailey,
Seconded by A. McDougall,
That the Aldergrove Planning Committee recommends that Council:
Action Item:
J. Chu to email APC members and J. Karakas regarding the date of the Special
Meeting of Council once confirmed. It was noted that the date of the Public Open
House is tentatively set for October 29, 2009.
Mr. Marvel commented that a new fitness area will be developed in the Kinsmen
Aldergrove Community Centre.
Councillor Fox noted that this project is unique in that it is community-driven and
added that the Rotary and Elks clubs are heavily involved in terms of providing
financial support as well as in-kind donations of time, effort and machinery.
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C. PRESENTATIONS
MOTION
Moved by H. Hogeterp,
Seconded by L. Hollaar,
That the Aldergrove Planning Committee receive the presentation relative to the
Aldergrove Athletic Park Concept Plan.
CARRIED
D. OTHER BUSINESS
“That the letters received from Gord Stewart, Principal and Jessica Bullock, Career
& Personal Counsellor, Aldergrove Community Secondary School, Cheryle
Beaumont, Superintendent, Langley School District 35 and response letter from
Mayor Rick Green in support of establishing a Boys and Girls Club in Aldergove, BC
be referred to the Aldergrove Planning Committee for review.”
COUNCIL
Moved by L. Hollaar
Seconded by A. McDougall,
That the Aldergrove Planning Committee receive the information; and
Recommend that Council authorize staff to send a letter to the Boys and Girls Club
recommending them to initiate a discussion with Aldergrove Neighbourhood
Services regarding service programming in the area.
CARRIED
“That Council approve inviting a member of the Board of School Trustees for School
District No. 35 to be a sitting, voting member on the Aldergrove Planning Committee
and that the Terms of Reference be amended accordingly.”
The Chair noted that Trustee Wendy Johnson has been appointed to the APC.
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D. OTHER BUSINESS
MOTION
Moved by B. Thomasson,
Seconded by S. Janda,
That the Aldergrove Planning Committee adopt the Terms of Reference, as
amended.
CARRIED
MOTION
Moved by B. Bailey,
Seconded by B. Thomasson,
That staff be requested to investigate the feasibility of organizing a study tour of
selected sites in Metro Vancouver for the members of the Aldergrove Committee to
view examples of best practices in downtown redevelopment and urban design
CARRIED
Action Item:
J. Chu to email Committee members with information on proposed bus tour as well
as confirmation of date of next Public Open House (October 29, 2009).
E. NEXT MEETING
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F. TERMINATE
Moved by B. Thomasson,
Seconded by A. McDougall,
That the meeting terminate at 8.59 p.m.
CARRIED
CERTIFIED CORRECT:
Chair, M. Robinson
Aldergrove Planning Committee
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Present:
G. Zacher, Chair
Municipal Representative:
Councillor Kositsky
Staff:
R. Konarski, D. Wade and S. Carneiro
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by R. Proulx,
Seconded by B. Gaudette,
That the Community Safety Advisory Committee approve the Agenda of the
September 24, 2009 meeting.
CARRIED
A. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by T. Williams,
Seconded by R. Proulx,
That the Community Safety Commission adopt the minutes of the May 20, 2009 meeting.
CARRIED
B. DELEGATIONS
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C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Community Policing
• Drugs
• Road Safety
• Property Crime
• Youth
• Communication
Langley RCMP has the support of volunteers and program coordinators who provide
remarkable support to the reduction and prevention of crime in our community. This
support forms a huge part quality policing service.
Some of the programs of the Community Policing Services are the auxiliary constable
program, the block watch, realty watch, speed watch, crime free multi housing, citizen’s
crime watch, business watch and crime prevention and the foot and bike patrols.
D. REPORTS (VERBAL)
D. REPORTS (WRITTEN)
The document contains a protocol agreement for emergency responses to the Golden
Ears Crossing between the Fire Departments of the Township of Langley, Maple Ridge,
Pitt Meadows and Surrey.
E. CORRESPONDENCE
There was a discussion regarding the Township hiring a Crime Reduction Strategy
Manager to support its commitment to safer communities.
The committee suggested inviting Lance Talbott, Crime Reduction Strategy Manager,
City of Surrey, to give a talk to the members regarding his role.
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The 2009 Draft Work Plan with the ranking was circulated to the members of the
Advisory Committee.
COUNCIL
Moved by A. Holley,
Seconded by R. Proulx,
Recommendation that Council endorse the top five 2009 Work Plan initiatives of the
Community Safety Advisory Committee (Annexure 1).
CARRIED
The next three meetings will be devoted to “Traffic Safety” that is the No. 1 priority of the
2009 Work Plan. Leanne Cassap, ICBC, will be invited to speak on traffic safety issues,
the top ten accident locations and the 200 Street corridor, on October 21, 2009.
K. OTHER BUSINESS
L. ROUND TABLE
1. T. Williams suggested that with increase in mail box thefts, Credit Cards should be
collected from the financial institutions and not sent by mail.
M. NEXT MEETING
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2009,
Location: Salmon River Committees & Commissions Room
4th Floor, 20338 – 65 Avenue
Time: 7:00 p.m.
N. TERMINATE
Moved by R. Proulx,
Seconded by B. Gaudette,
That the meeting terminate at 8:50 p.m.
CARRIED
CERTIFIED CORRECT:
__________________
Chair, Gordon Zacher
Topic Rank
200 Street Corridor (identify the major issues and look at some viable solutions to combat the
identified issues in both the short and long term)
Gateway Project (explore the possible impact of the project on the Township of Langley) 1
Traffic Safety
Bicycle Safety
Drug Grow Operations and Drug Labs (identify community safety concerns regarding the 2
presence of these establishments in the Township of Langley and explore possible measures to
minimize their frequency and impact)
A school program to instill a sense of safety in our youth (rather than trying to change the ways of
the youth later on in life, an early start to this approach will make safety an easier concept to
instill. Have a youth component in the safety committee other than just a youth representative).
Availability of Services for Youth in the Township (look at initiating programs that are designed to 3
identify troubled youth early and prevent them from becoming at risk. Explore improving the
availability of services for those youth who are at risk in the Township of Langley [possible
development of youth drop in centers in the Township of Langley])
Fire Department
Ambulance Service Response (look into concerns surrounding ambulance response times and
availability of ALS ambulances in the Township. Explore pressuring BCAS to require that the
TOLFD is sent to a wider range of medical aid calls to ensure that TOL residents that require
medical attention will receive it in a timely fashion. Explore pressuring the BCAS to allow TOLFD
firefighters to be trained to a higher level of medical certification to help buffer the gaps between
the response capabilities BCAA and TOLFD) 4
Emergency Preparedness
Fire Sprinkler Bylaw (look at upgrading the Bylaw to include fire sprinkler requirements for all
newly constructed or renovated single family and double family occupancies in the Township as a
possible measure to combat the response time challenges of the TOLFD when responding to the
remote and rural properties)