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February 26, 2015

GREATER VANCOUVER REGIONAL DISTRICT (GVRD)

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

REGULAR BOARD MEETING Friday, March 6, 2015

9:00 A.M. 2nd Floor Boardroom, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia

Membership and Votes

A G E N D A1

A. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 1. March 6, 2015 Regular Meeting Agenda

That the GVRD Board adopt the agenda for its regular meeting scheduled for March 6, 2015 as circulated.

B. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

1. February 13, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes That the GVRD Board adopt the minutes for its regular meeting held February 13, 2015 as circulated.

C. DELEGATIONS D. INVITED PRESENTATIONS E. CONSENT AGENDA

Note: Directors may adopt in one motion all recommendations appearing on the Consent Agenda or, prior to the vote, request an item be removed from the Consent Agenda for debate or discussion, voting in opposition to a recommendation, or declaring a conflict of interest with an item.

1. ABORIGINAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE REPORTS

1 Note: Recommendation is shown under each item, where applicable.

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1.1 Appointment of the 2015 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Negotiations That the GVRD Board appoint: a) Councillor Barbara Steele, Surrey, as the local government treaty table

representative to the Katzie negotiations for 2015; and b) Councillor Jim Hanson, North Vancouver District, as the local government treaty

table representative to the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2015.

1.2 Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2015 Representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee That the GVRD Board appoint Director Barbara Steele, Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee, to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ (UBCM) First Nations Relations Committee for 2015.

1.3 Appointment of a Metro Vancouver Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal

Relations Committee Meetings for 2015 That the GVRD Board appoint Director Nicole Read as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2015.

2. CLIMATE ACTION COMMITTEE REPORTS

2.1 Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project

That the GVRD Board endorse the work plan for the 2015-2016 Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project contained in the report dated January 29, 2015, titled “Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project”.

2.2 Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082,

2008 - Assistant District Director Appointment That the GVRD Board appoint Darren Beairsto as Assistant District Director, pursuant to the Environmental Management Act and Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082, 2008.

3. INTERGOVERNMENT AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS

3.1 Grant Request for March 4-7, 2015 FCM Board Meeting

That the GVRD Board approve a contribution of $10,000 to the City of Burnaby in support of hosting the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board meeting, held March 4-7, 2015.

F. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA G. REPORTS NOT INCLUDED IN CONSENT AGENDA H. MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN I. OTHER BUSINESS


GVRD Board Agenda March 6, 2015

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J. BUSINESS ARISING FROM DELEGATIONS K. RESOLUTION TO CLOSE MEETING

Note: The Board must state by resolution the basis under section 90 of the Community Charter on which the meeting is being closed. If a member wishes to add an item the basis must be included below.

That the GVRD Board close its regular meeting scheduled for March 6, 2015 pursuant to the Community Charter provisions, Section 90 (1) (i) and (k) as follows: “90 (1) A part of a board meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being

considered relates to or is one or more of the following: (a) personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is

being considered for a position as an officer, employee or agent of the regional district or another position appointed by the regional district;

(i) the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and

(k) negotiations and related discussions respecting the proposed provision of a regional district service that are at their preliminary stages and that, in the view of the board or committee, could reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the regional district if they were held in public.”

L. RISE AND REPORT (Items Released from Closed Meeting) M. ADJOURNMENT/CONCLUSION

That the GVRD Board adjourn/conclude its regular meeting of March 6, 2015.


Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD) Board of Directors held on Friday, February 13, 2015 Page 1 of 6

GREATER VANCOUVER REGIONAL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD) Board of Directors held at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, February 13, 2015 in the 2nd Floor Boardroom, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair, Director Greg Moore, Port Coquitlam Vice Chair, Director Raymond Louie, Vancouver Director Malcolm Brodie, Richmond Alternate Director Pietro Calendino, Burnaby for Sav Dhaliwal Director Mike Clay, Port Moody Director Derek Corrigan, Burnaby Director Jonathan Coté, New Westminster Director Heather Deal, Vancouver Alternate Director Bruce Drake, Belcarra for Ralph Drew Alternate Director Janis Elkerton, Pitt Meadows for John Becker Director Charlie Fox, Langley Township Director Maria Harris, Electoral Area A Director Linda Hepner, Surrey Director Craig Hodge, Coquitlam Director Lois Jackson, Delta Director Colleen Jordan, Burnaby Alternate Director Michael Lewis, West Vancouver for Michael Smith Director Bob Long, Langley Township Director Mary Martin, Surrey Director John McEwen, Anmore Director Geoff Meggs, Vancouver Alternate Director Grant Meyer, White Rock for Wayne Baldwin Director Darrell Mussatto, North Vancouver City Director Maureen Nicholson, Bowen Island Director Nicole Read, Maple Ridge Director Andrea Reimer, Vancouver Director Gregor Robertson, Vancouver Director Barbara Steele, Surrey Director Tim Stevenson, Vancouver (arrived at 9:01 a.m.) Director Harold Steves, Richmond Director Richard Stewart, Coquitlam Director Rudy Storteboom, Langley City Director Judy Villeneuve, Surrey Director Richard Walton, North Vancouver District Alternate Director Dave Woods, Surrey for Bruce Hayne MEMBERS ABSENT: Director Karl Buhr, Lions Bay

Section B 1



MEMBERS ABSENT (continued): Director Kerry Jang, Vancouver Director Bryce Williams, Tsawwassen STAFF PRESENT: Carol Mason, Commissioner/Chief Administrative Officer Janis Knaupp, Assistant to Regional Committees, Board and Information Services, Legal and

Legislative Services Chris Plagnol, Director, Board and Information Services/Corporate Officer, Legal and Legislative

Services A. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

1. February 13, 2015 Regular Meeting Agenda

It was MOVED and SECONDED That the GVRD Board adopt the agenda for its regular meeting scheduled for February 13, 2015 as circulated.

CARRIED

B. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

1. January 23, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes It was MOVED and SECONDED That the GVRD Board adopt the minutes for its regular meeting held January 23, 2015 as circulated.

CARRIED C. DELEGATIONS No items presented. D. INVITED PRESENTATIONS No items presented. 9:01 a.m. Director Stevenson arrived at the meeting. E. CONSENT AGENDA

At the request of Directors, the following item was removed from the Consent Agenda for consideration under Section F. Items Removed from the Consent Agenda: 1.2 Consideration of the City of North Vancouver’s Amended Regional Context

Statement



It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Board adopt the recommendations contained in the following items presented in the February 13, 2015 GVRD Board Consent Agenda: 1.1 Consideration of the District of West Vancouver’s Regional Context Statement 1.3 Metro Vancouver Comments on Port Metro Vancouver’s New Land Use Plan 1.4 Extension of Regional Sewerage Services 24330 Fraser Highway Township of

Langley 2.1 Amendments to the Metro Vancouver 2015 Appointment to MFA

CARRIED

The items and recommendations referred to above are as follows:

1.1 Consideration of the District of West Vancouver’s Regional Context Statement Report dated January 12, 2015 from Eric Aderneck, Senior Regional Planner, Planning and Policy Analysis, Planning, Policy and Environment, providing the GVRD Board with the opportunity to consider the District of West Vancouver’s Regional Context Statement. Recommendation: That the GVRD Board accept the District of West Vancouver’s Regional Context Statement as submitted to Metro Vancouver on December 23, 2014.

Adopted on Consent

1.3 Metro Vancouver Comments on Port Metro Vancouver’s New Land Use Plan Report dated January 12, 2015 from Eric Aderneck, Senior Regional Planner, Planning and Policy Analysis, Planning, Policy and Environment, providing the GVRD Board with an overview of Port Metro Vancouver’s recently released Port Land Use Plan and a summary of the comments previously provided through the consultation process. Recommendation: That the GVRD Board: a) Reiterate objection to using lands designated as Agricultural in Metro 2040

for Port purposes; and b) Direct Metro Vancouver staff to continue to work with Port Metro

Vancouver to advance issues of mutual interest. Adopted on Consent

1.4 Extension of Regional Sewerage Services 24330 Fraser Highway Township of

Langley Report dated October 7, 2014 from Terry Hoff, Senior Regional Planner, Planning and Policy Analysis, Planning, Policy and Environment, providing the GVRD Board with an assessment and recommendations regarding the consistency of Metro 2040, the regional growth strategy, with a request from the Township of Langley to allow extension of GVS&DD sewerage services into an area designated as Metro 2040 Rural.



Recommendation: That the GVRD Board: a) determine that the extension of GVS&DD sewerage services to 24330 Fraser

Highway in the Township of Langley is inconsistent with Metro 2040 Urban Containment provisions, but qualifies under Metro 2040 Section 1.1.1 for exception to address a public health hazard and to protect the region’s natural assets;

b) provide notification to the GVS&DD Board confirming that the proposed GVS&DD sewerage extension is accepted under Metro 2040, and recommend that the Township of Langley sewerage extension application proceed for GVS&DD Board consideration; and

c) direct Metro Vancouver staff to collaborate with Township of Langley staff regarding any change in land use status that may affect this agreement.

Adopted on Consent

2.1 Amendments to the Metro Vancouver 2015 Appointment to MFA Report dated January 27, 2015 from Greg Moore, Chair, GVRD Board, amending Metro Vancouver appointments to the 2015 Municipal Finance Authority. Recommendation: That the GVRD Board amend its previously decided resolution of January 23, 2015 regarding the Metro Vancouver 2015 Appointments to External Agencies by: a) appointing Sav Dhaliwal as alternate representative to the Municipal Finance

Authority in place of Jack Froese; and by b) appointing Ralph Drew as alternate representative to the Municipal Finance

Authority in place of Richard Stewart. Adopted on Consent

F. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

1.2 Consideration of the City of North Vancouver’s Amended Regional Context Statement Report dated January 14, 2015 from Eric Aderneck, Senior Regional Planner, Planning and Policy Analysis, Planning, Policy and Environment, providing the GVRD Board with the opportunity to consider the City of North Vancouver’s amended Regional Context Statement. It was MOVED and SECONDED That the GVRD Board accept the City of North Vancouver’s amended Regional Context Statement as submitted to Metro Vancouver on January 14, 2015.

CARRIED



G. REPORTS NOT INCLUDED IN CONSENT AGENDA

1.1 District of North Vancouver – “Greater Vancouver Regional District Security Issuing Bylaw No. 1216, 2015” Report dated January 16, 2015 from Dean Rear, Division Manager, Treasury and Business Processes, Financial Services, bringing forward a borrowing request, in the amount of $28,000,000, from the District of North Vancouver for the spring 2015 MFA issue for construction of the William Griffin Community Recreation Centre. It was MOVED and SECONDED That the GVRD Board: a) pursuant to Sections 182(1)(b) and 182(2)(a) of the Community Charter, give

consent to the request for financing from the District of North Vancouver in the amount of $28,000,000; and

b) give first, second and third reading to Greater Vancouver Regional District Security Issuing Bylaw No. 1216, 2015 being a bylaw to authorize the entering into an Agreement respecting financing between the Greater Vancouver Regional District and the Municipal Finance Authority of British Columbia.

CARRIED It was MOVED and SECONDED That the GVRD Board: a) pass and finally adopt Greater Vancouver Regional District Security Issuing

Bylaw No. 1216, 2015; and b) forward Greater Vancouver Regional District Security Issuing Bylaw No. 1216,

2015 to the Inspector of Municipalities for Certificate of Approval. CARRIED

1.2 Township of Langley – “Greater Vancouver Regional District Security Issuing

Bylaw No. 1217, 2015” Report dated January 21, 2015 from Dean Rear, Division Manager, Treasury and Business Processes, Financial Services, bringing forward a borrowing request, in the amount of $8,700,000, from the Township of Langley for the spring 2015 MFA issue for the 64 Avenue Rail Overpass at Highway 10. It was MOVED and SECONDED That the GVRD Board: a) pursuant to Sections 182(1)(b) and 182(2)(a) of the Community Charter, give

consent to the request for financing from the Township of Langley in the amount of $8,700,000; and

b) give first, second and third reading to Greater Vancouver Regional District Security Issuing Bylaw No. 1217, 2015 being a bylaw to authorize the entering into an Agreement respecting financing between the Greater



Vancouver Regional District and the Municipal Finance Authority of British Columbia.

CARRIED It was MOVED and SECONDED That the GVRD Board: a) pass and finally adopt Greater Vancouver Regional District Security Issuing

Bylaw No. 1217, 2015; and b) forward Greater Vancouver Regional District Security Issuing Bylaw No. 1217,

2015 to the Inspector of Municipalities for Certificate of Approval. CARRIED

H. MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN No items presented. I. OTHER BUSINESS No items presented. J. BUSINESS ARISING FROM DELEGATIONS No items presented. K. RESOLUTION TO CLOSE MEETING No items presented. L. RISE AND REPORT (Items Released from Closed Meeting) No items presented. M. ADJOURNMENT/CONCLUSION

It was MOVED and SECONDED That the GVRD Board conclude its regular meeting of February 13, 2015.

CARRIED (Time: 9:03 a.m.)

CERTIFIED CORRECT

Chris Plagnol, Corporate Officer

Greg Moore, Chair

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To: GVRD Board of Directors From: Aboriginal Relations Committee Date: February 18, 2015 Meeting Date: March 6, 2015 Subject: Appointment of the 2015 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the

Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Negotiations

RECOMMENDATION That the GVRD Board appoint:

a) Councillor Barbara Steele, Surrey, as the local government treaty table representative to the Katzie negotiations for 2015; and

b) Councillor Jim Hanson, North Vancouver District, as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2015.

At its February 18, 2015 meeting, the Aboriginal Relations Committee considered the attached report titled “Appointment of the 2015 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Negotiations”, dated, February 6, 2015. The Committee subsequently amended the recommendation as presented above in underline style. Attachment: “Appointment of the 2015 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Negotiations”, dated, February 6, 2015 10929684

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To: Aboriginal Relations Committee From: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate

Solicitor Date: February 6, 2015 Meeting Date: February 18, 2015 Subject: Appointment of the 2015 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the

Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Negotiations

RECOMMENDATION

That the GVRD Board appoint: a) _________________ as the local government treaty table representative to the Katzie

negotiations for 2015. b) _________________ as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-

Waututh negotiations for 2015.

PURPOSE To nominate the local government treaty table representatives at the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2015. BACKGROUND To ensure ongoing and effective local government representation in treaty negotiations, treaty table representatives for the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh negotiation tables need to be nominated for 2015. The 2008 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Union of BC Municipalities and the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation (Attachment 1) was renewed at the September 2012 UBCM Convention in Victoria. The MOU recommits the parties to work together on matters related to First Nations, including a process for local government participation in the negotiation and implementation of treaties. Under the renewed MOU, local governments located within a specific First Nations’ Statement of Intent (SOI) area, can collectively determine how they wish to be organized to participate in active treaty negotiations and select table representatives to participate in the area treaty negotiations as part of the provincial negotiation team. Given the complexity of treaty issues and benefits of continuity and direct discussions with the Aboriginal Relations Committee, Metro Vancouver’s practice as established by the Board Chair is to have the treaty table representative be a member who is already serving on the Aboriginal Relations Committee and whose jurisdiction is potentially impacted by a First Nation’s SOI area (Attachments 2 and 3).

ATTACHMENT


From 2012 to 2014, these two active treaty tables were represented by the following jurisdictions:

Treaty Table Local Government Jurisdiction Katzie City of Surrey Tsleil-Waututh District of North Vancouver

Given the composition of the 2015 Aboriginal Relations Committee, only the following eight (8) local government jurisdictions, whose boundaries are located within the Katzie Statement of Intent (SOI) area (i.e. traditional territory), are eligible to represent local government interests at the Katzie treaty table:

Jurisdictions Eligible to Represent Local Government Interests at the Katzie Treaty Table Burnaby Coquitlam Delta Langley City Langley Township Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Surrey

At the treaty table, the Katzie First Nation has indicated a strong preference and need for continuity of representation at the treaty table and satisfaction with the current local government representative. At the Tsleil-Waututh treaty table, the former local government treaty table representative did not run for local government re-election; therefore, a new local government treaty table representative will need to be appointed. Only the following six (6) local government jurisdictions, whose boundaries are located within the Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent (SOI) area (i.e. traditional territory), are eligible to represent local government interests at the Tsleil-Waututh table:

Jurisdictions Eligible to Represent Local Government Interests at the Tsleil-Waututh Treaty Table Belcarra Burnaby Coquitlam North Vancouver District Vancouver West Vancouver

If there is only one Committee member from a local government jurisdiction potentially impacted by the respective First Nation(s) and particular table who is interested in becoming a local government treaty table representative to that particular table, then the Committee may wish to endorse that member for appointment by the Board.


If, on the other hand, more than one Committee member from potentially impacted local government jurisdictions are nominated and wish to be considered for the role of treaty table representative at a particular treaty table (Attachment 4), then, pursuant to the terms of the MOU, Metro Vancouver will facilitate the appointment process by sending correspondence to those jurisdictions affected by the respective Katzie (Attachment 5) or Tsleil-Waututh (Attachment 6) areas, with a list of the interested candidates from the Committee and asking the municipalities to select their preferred candidate. The preferred candidate endorsed by the municipalities must be a member of the committee and be one of the candidates nominated by a member of the Committee. ALTERNATIVES 1. That the GVRD Board appoint _________________ as the local government treaty table

representative to the Katzie negotiations for 2015, and _________________ as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2015.

2. That the Board facilitate a process for appointing local government treaty table representatives for 2015 by canvassing local governments affected by the respective Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent areas.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS If the Board reappoints representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh tables, the financial implications are moderate. Approximately 20 meetings are held annually at each treaty table. Expenses incurred relate to honoraria and staff time to attend meetings. Some Tsleil-Waututh treaty table meetings are held in Victoria so additional expenses are incurred for travel and accommodation. The costs of representation at the treaty tables has been included in the 2015 budget for the Aboriginal Relations Committee. OTHER IMPLICATIONS In accordance with the terms of the MOU between BC and UBCM, and as per the requirements placed upon local governments under the Community Charter, confidential information/updates reported out at the treaty tables only appear in closed meetings of the Aboriginal Relations Committee and can only be reported out or shared with the respective municipal councils on an in-camera basis. In addition, a recommendation from the Aboriginal Relations Committee is required at each Committee meeting on whether the non-voting observers from the neighbouring regional districts will be able to observe the proceedings during those closed Committee meetings. SUMMARY / CONCLUSION To ensure ongoing and effective local government representation in treaty negotiations, treaty table representatives for the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh negotiation tables need to be nominated for 2015. Further, to ensure the continuity of representation at the treaty table and help Metro Vancouver foster relations with these First Nations, Alternative 1 is recommended: That the GVRD Board appoint _________________ as the local government treaty table representative to the Katzie negotiations for 2015, and _________________ as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2015.


Attachments and References: 1. Memorandum of Understanding between the Province of British Columbia and Union of British

Columbia Municipalities on Local Government Participation and the New Relationship with First Nations, September 26, 2012

2. Statement of Intent (map): Traditional Territory Boundary, Katzie Indian Band 3. Statement of Intent (map): Traditional Territory Boundary, Tsleil-Waututh Nation 4. The Roles and Responsibilities of Table Representatives 5. Local Government Jurisdictions within the Katzie Statement of Intent Area 6. Local Government Jurisdictions within the Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent Area

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ATTACHMENT 1

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING between

THE PROVINCE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA anJ

THE UNION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA MUNICIPALITIES

on

LOCAL GOVERNMENT PARTICIPATION IN THE NEW RELATIONSHIP WITH FIRST NATIONS

T his Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) replaces two previously signed MOUs and two supporting Protocol Agreements which dealt with local government participation in treaty negotiations and other activities under the

Province's New Relationship with First Nations, and reflects the

spirit and intent of those commitments.

THE pARTIES:

The parties to this MOU are:

The Province ofBritish Columbia (the Province)

as represented by the Ministry of Aboriginal

Relations and Reconciliat ion (MARR); and

The Union ofBritish Columbia Municipalities

(UBCM) representing all municipalities and

regional distr icts ofBritish Columbia.

W HEREAS:

The Parties agree that court decisions have resulted in changes to the

way the Crown consults with First Nations with respect to decisions

made by the Crown that have the potential to impact Aboriginal

rights and tide.

The Parties acknowledge that the Province and B.C. First Nations'

organizations are working together to develop new government-to-

government relationships to improve the process of decision making

as it relates to land1 resources and economic development.

The Parties recognize that local government jurisdictions may

be affected by the negotiation ofland1 resource and economic

development agreements with First Nations.

The Parties accept that local government constitutes a unique and

special interest in the negotiation of a range of agreements with First

Nations including modern treaties and non-treaty land~ resource

and economic development arrangements.

The Parties acknowledge that local governments are developing

working relationships with First Nations neighbours and that

this MOU encourages local governments and First Nations to

communicate and inform each other about matters of mutual

interest.

THEREFORE:

This MOU reflects the development of the relationship between the Parties in response to the evolution of the treaty process and progress

made since the New Relationship vision document was developed in

2005. It defines a renewed commitment by the Parties to:

o continue a process for local government participation

in the negotiation and implementation of t reaties;

consult and exchange information with local governments

on other agreements outside the B.C. treaty processj and

consult on matters of mutual interest including

those matters that will have a significant impact on local government jurisdiction.

IONS AND

RECONCILIATION

FIRST NATIONS RELATIONS COMMI'ITEE,

UBCM

UNION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA MUNICIPALITIES

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T OP ICS

·1he .Province W1ll share mformatlon1 consider local government

interests and seek advice on matters affecting local government

jurisdiction including but not limited to the following:

Land management and land use planning

' Land selection

.:- Dispute resolution

-¢ Property taxation

o Environmental assessment and protection

-> Local government access to resources for public

purposes and access to adjacent lands

.._, Servicing arrangements

~ Regulatory arrangements

..> Governmental relations

_, Economic development

CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION

SHARING P!UNCIPLES

The Parties agree to the following principles governing consultation

and information sharing:

~ flexibility for local government to identify and

represent their interests in a way that they consider

appropriate to their local circumstances;

~~ early notice to local government of a matter that

may affect local government juxisdiction;

_, sufficient information early on and reasonable time

for local government to document their interests

and views and to provide advice to provincial negotiators and/or provincial representatives;

o due consideration oflocal government

interests1 views and advice;

o a response fi:om provincial negotiators/representatives

on how local government advice was used; and

~ regular information exchange between the

Province and local government

DEFINITIONS

The following defi.rutions cover the types of agreements referred to

in thisMOU:

Treaty: a comprehensive agreement negotiated among B.C.1 Canada

and a First Nation under the B.C. Treaty Commission process that is

a full and formal expression of reconciliation between First Nations and the Crown.

Treaty Related M easure (TRM): a temporary arrangement

negotiated by B.C., Canada and a First Nation at a negotiation table

that is tied direcdy to treaty topics under negotiation. They are cost-shared between Canada and the Province.

Incremental Treaty Agreement (ITA): a legally-binding, longer term arrangement negotiated at a treaty negotiation table.

An ITA permits the parties to conclude agreements on topics typi.e.>cd U1"'\dcr tJ.·C4t::y n cgotttltlOl"'\-'

Treaty Implementation: Prior to the effective date, local government and the Province will discuss local government

involvement in treaty implementation and make every effort to come to an agreement that identifies the significant issues of interest to local government and how local government will be involved/

informed during the implementation of these issues.

On the effective date1 the First Nation and neighbouring local governments will deal directly with each other. Local governments and the First Nation will work together to develop and build their relationship.

Attendance: Local government representatives will have the opportunity to attend treaty-related discussions and negotiations

including main tables, side ta:bles1 working groups and bilateral meetings.

Interests: Local government representatives are responsible for

defining and representing their interests in matters related to negotiations and for sharing these interests and other relevant information with the provincial negotiating team.

Providing advice: Local government representatives will engage in discussions and contribute advice on all matters concerning the future local govemment-First Nation relationship.

Structure: Within the area defined by a First Nation's Statement of Intent, local governments will collectively determine how they

will be organized to participate in a negotiation - e.g. as a TAC or an alternate local government structure - and will advise the

appropriate provincial negotiator of their chosen structure as well as the primary contact(s) (e.g. Committee Chair).

Involvement: Based on their interests and the level of activity at the

~ecific treaty table, local governments may determine the level to which they wish to be involved ranging from receiving information to participation at meetings and providing advice.

Confiden tiality: Local government representatives who participate in TACs or alternate local government structures are subject to any

and all confidentiality rules and practices that apply to a negotiation. They may, after consultation with the lead provincial negotiatoij share confidential information with their respective councils and regional district boards, other local governments or TACs1 and with UBCM on an in-camera basis.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

RESPECTING OTHER AGREEMENTS

The Province

The Province will initiate contact with a local government when:

o an agreement with a First Nation on a matter relating to land, resources or economic development will be negotiated; and

~ the outcome of negotiations will affect the local government's jurisdiction, operations or provision of services.

The Province will consult and exchange information in a timely manner with the local government according to the consultation and information sharing principles stated in this MOU.

The Province and the local government will jointly determine the level of the local government's involvement ranging from receiving information to participation at meetings and providing advice.

Local Government

Local governments will serve as re~ected advisors to the Province

in negotiations that affect their interests.

Based on their interests and the level of activity of a negotiation, local governments and the Province will jointly determine the level of involvement ranging from receiving information to participation

at meetings and providing advice.

Local governments are responsible for defining and sharing their interests and other relevant information with the Province, and will advise the Province how their interests may be addressed.

Local government representatives are subject to any and all confidentiality rules and practices that apply to a negotiation. They may, after consultation with the Province, share confidential

information with their re$ective councils and regional district boards1 other local governments, TACs or local government structures, and with UBCM on an in-camera basis.

COMMUNICATION BETWEEN '!'HE

PROVINCE AND THE UBCM

The Province will share information w ith UBCM and/or a body designated by the UBCM on the Province's approaches to the

development of initiatives outside the treaty p rocess. The Parties will work together on identifying the appropriate avenues for this information sharing.

The Province will provide UBCM with:

~ a list of all concluded agreements with First Nations updated semi-annually; and

\) a current list of provincial government

contacts updated semi-annually.

UBCM will monitor the progress of provincial notification and consultation with local governments on relevant agreements with First Nations.

REVIEW

This MOU will be reviewed three years fi·om the date of signing unless the Parties jointly agree to an earlier review.


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Statement of IntentTraditional Territory Boundary

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This map represents approximateboundary of the traditional territorydescribed in the First NationStatement of Intent. The boundary isfor illustrative purposes only, andmay be updated in the future.

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Statement of IntentTraditional Territory Boundary

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This map represents approximateboundary of the traditional territorydescribed in the First NationStatement of Intent. The boundary isfor illustrative purposes only, andmay be updated in the future.

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The Roles and Responsibilities of Table Representatives

Provide information to the Aboriginal Relations Committee from the Treaty Table 1. Attend Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings, engage in

discussion, and record outcomes.

2. Provide regular verbal information reports on table activities.

3. Provide advice and commentary on emerging issues.

4. Complete and circulate issue tracking reports.

5. Provide regular written information reports and related documentation for circulation to the Aboriginal Relations Committee

6. Regularly forward original table documentation to keep the master record updated.

7. Forward technical and other information requests from the treaty table to the Aboriginal Relations Committee for action.

8. Develop a personal information records system for table specific documentation.

9. Adhere to all confidentiality requirements. Provide information from the Aboriginal Relations Committee to the Treaty Table (via BC negotiators) 1. Attend table meetings, engage in discussion, and record outcomes.

2. Keep informed on treaty issues and Aboriginal relations.

3. Represent regional and member local governments interests.

4. Provide advice and commentary from a community perspective on issues impacting

local government interests.

5. Report back on technical and other information requested by the treaty table.

6. Develop personal information records system for table specific documentation.

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Local Government Jurisdictions within the Katzie Statement of Intent Area

Burnaby

Coquitlam

Delta

Metro Vancouver (Electoral Area A)

Langley City

Langley Township

Maple Ridge

New Westminster

Pitt Meadows

Port Coquitlam

Richmond

Surrey

White Rock

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Local Government Jurisdictions within the Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent Area

Anmore

Belcarra

Burnaby

Coquitlam

Metro Vancouver (Electoral Area A)

New Westminster

North Vancouver City

North Vancouver District

Port Coquitlam

Port Moody

Vancouver

West Vancouver

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To: GVRD Board of Directors From: Aboriginal Relations Committee Date: February 18, 2015 Meeting Date: March 6, 2015 Subject: Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2015 Representative to the UBCM First Nations

Relations Committee

RECOMMENDATION That the GVRD Board appoint Director Barbara Steele, Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee, to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ (UBCM) First Nations Relations Committee for 2015.

At its February 18, 2015 meeting, the Aboriginal Relations Committee considered the attached report titled “Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2015 Representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee”, dated, January 23, 2015. The Committee subsequently amended the recommendation as presented above in underline style. Attachment: “Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2015 Representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee”, dated, January 23, 2015 10929678

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Solicitor Date: January 23, 2015 Meeting Date: February 18, 2015 Subject: Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2015 Representative to the UBCM First Nations

Relations Committee

RECOMMENDATION That the Board appoint the Chair or Vice-Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ (UBCM) First Nations Relations Committee for 2015.

PURPOSE To appoint a Metro Vancouver representative to UBCM’s First Nations Relations Committee for 2015. BACKGROUND UBCM’s First Nations Relations Committee, comprising five elected representatives from across the Province, oversees all UBCM policy development work related to Aboriginal issues, including treaty negotiations, self-government and taxation. The Committee’s role is to focus on relationship-building between First Nations and local governments through best practices and initiatives such as the Community to Community Forum program. Metro Vancouver has had representation on the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee since 2012. Prior to 2012, the former Lower Mainland Treaty Advisory Committee (LMTAC) had appointed a representative on behalf of local governments in the Lower Mainland. In May 2012, the UBCM President conveyed the results of deliberations of the President’s Committee on the matter of the appointment by Metro Vancouver to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee. The following motion was put forward to the UBCM Executive and endorsed: “That the Executive approve the appointment of the Chair or Vice-Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee.” As a result of the above motion, only the Chair or Vice-Chair of the Aboriginal Relations Committee may be considered for appointment to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee. ALTERNATIVES 1. That the Board appoint the Chair or Vice-Chair of the Aboriginal Relations Committee as Metro

Vancouver’s representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee. 2. That the Board decline to appoint a representative as there is no requirement to appoint a

member to UBCM’s First Nations Relations Committee, and provide alternative direction to staff.

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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS If the Board appoints a representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee the financial implications are minimal; the only financial considerations are the members’ honoraria for attending approximately five or six meetings per year. On occasion, as meetings are held in Victoria, additional expenses may be incurred for travel and accommodation. Metro Vancouver staff does not attend UBCM First Nations Relations Committee meetings, and any assistance provided by staff in support of this initiative is minimal. The expected costs of representation has been included in the budget for the Aboriginal Relations Committee. If the Board declines to appoint a representative, Metro Vancouver will not have input into the Committee discussions that take place on matters relating to local governments and First Nations, such as servicing, provincial and federal legislation, treaty negotiations, and Aboriginal relations, and will not have the opportunity for contact with the Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation or Ministry staff on these important issues. OTHER IMPLICATIONS This appointment involves building relationships with other local governments in other regions of the Province that are also addressing local government-First Nations relations. SUMMARY / CONCLUSION The appointment of a representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee will ensure that their inter-agency relations are sustained and that Metro Vancouver will have representation and input on discussions affecting local government-First Nations relations. Therefore, Alternative 1 is recommended. Attachments and References: N/A 10756962


To: GVRD Board of Directors From: Aboriginal Relations Committee Date: February 18, 2015 Meeting Date: March 6, 2015 Subject: Appointment of a Metro Vancouver Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal

Relations Committee Meetings for 2015

RECOMMENDATION That the GVRD Board appoint Director Nicole Read as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2015.

At its February 18, 2015 meeting, the Aboriginal Relations Committee considered the attached report titled “Appointment of a Metro Vancouver Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee Meetings for 2015”, dated, February 6, 2015. The Committee subsequently amended the recommendation as presented above in underline style. Attachment: “Appointment of a Metro Vancouver Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee Meetings for 2015”, dated, February 6, 2015 10929672

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Solicitor Date: February 6, 2015 Meeting Date: February 18, 2015 Subject: Appointment of a Metro Vancouver Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal

Relations Committee for 2015

RECOMMENDATION That the GVRD Board appoint ____________________ as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee as an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2015. PURPOSE To recommend that the Board appoint an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee (FVARC) meetings for 2015. BACKGROUND The FVARC currently participates in treaty negotiations at the Yale Nation, In-SHUCK-ch Nation, and Sto:lo Xwexwilmexw Treaty Association treaty tables. The seven Sto:lo communities currently in treaty negotiations are: Aitchelitz, Leq’a:mel, Popkum, Skawahlook, Skowkale, Tzeachten and Yakweakwioose. FVTAC is made up of elected officials, staff and observers who represent the municipalities of the City of Abbotsford, the City of Chilliwack, the District of Mission, the District of Kent, the District of Hope, the Village of Harrison Hot Springs, and the eight electoral areas of the Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD). A commissioner and staff person from the Cultus Lake Park Board are also appointed as observers. Metro Vancouver has had observer status since 2012. The Vice-Chair of the Aboriginal Relations Committee represented Metro Vancouver last year. FVARC and Metro Vancouver local governments have, since 2000, shared cross-observer representation at one another’s respective public and closed meetings through the former Lower Mainland Treaty Advisory Committee (LMTAC), which ceased to operate in early 2012. Traditionally, because the Katzie Statement of Intent Area crosses into the Fraser Valley, the LMTAC local government representative at the Katzie treaty table was an observer to the FVARC meetings. The Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent Area also crosses Metro Vancouver’s boundary and into the FVRD. Although there is no requirement to share cross-observer status with FVARC, given that both the Tsleil-Waututh and Katzie Statement of Intent Areas include portions of the FVRD communities, that Sto:lo Xwexwilmexw Treaty Association’s land claims envelope the whole of the Metro Vancouver region, and that local governments in Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley share similar interests in

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treaty negotiations, there is value in having a member of the Aboriginal Relations Committee appointed as an observer at FVARC meetings in order to share information and have the opportunity to dialogue on issues of mutual interest to both regional districts. FVARC has had a representative observe Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings since 2012. In recent years, FVARC meetings have been held three or four times annually and take place at the regional district offices of the FVRD in Chilliwack, BC. ALTERNATIVES

1. That the GVRD Board appoint ____________________ as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee as an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2015.

2. That the Board decline to appoint an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee, and provide alternative direction to staff.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS If the Board appoints a member of the Aboriginal Relations Committee as an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2015, the financial implications are minimal (i.e. the member’s honoraria for attending approximately three or four meetings per year). Metro Vancouver staff also participates in the FVARC meetings. The costs of attending the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings has been included in the 2015 Aboriginal Relations Committee budget. If the Board declines to appoint an observer, Metro Vancouver will not have representation or the opportunity to provide input into discussions of mutual interest that may affect Metro Vancouver and FVRD, such as matters relating to servicing, treaty negotiations, and Aboriginal Relations. OTHER IMPLICATIONS This appointment involves building relationships with other local governments within the neighbouring Fraser Valley Regional District that are also addressing local government-First Nations matters. SUMMARY / CONCLUSION Metro Vancouver local governments have benefitted from having shared cross-observer representation with local governments within the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee over the past 14 years. The relationship has proven useful for the opportunity to engage in dialogue and share information on land claims, such as Katzie, Tsleil-Waututh and Sto:lo, as well as other treaty negotiation and local government-First Nations relations issues. Alternative 1 is, therefore, recommended: That the GVRD Board appoint ____________________ as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee as an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2015. Attachments and References: N/A 10755260


To: Climate Action Committee From: Eve Hou, Air Quality Planner, Planning, Policy and Environment Department Erik Blair, Planning Data Analyst, Planning, Policy and Environment Department Date: January 29, 2015 Meeting Date: February 18, 2015 Subject: Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project RECOMMENDATION That the GVRD Board endorse the work plan for the 2015-2016 Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project contained in the report dated January 29, 2015, titled “Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project”. PURPOSE To inform the Climate Action Committee and the GVRD Board about home energy labelling and to seek GVRD Board endorsement for the work plan for the 2015-2016 Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project (HELPP). BACKGROUND Metro Vancouver’s Integrated Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Management Plan (IAQGGMP) contains a strategy to “increase public understanding of climate change issues and encourage personal action” and an action to “raise public awareness and uptake of low carbon building and transportation options through Metro Vancouver’s outreach programs.” Home energy labelling bridges an information gap, and in so doing, enables consumers to choose more energy efficient (and hence, lower greenhouse gas emission) homes. What is home energy labelling? Currently, homebuyers face what economists would call an “information failure” when it comes to energy efficiency. Information failure occurs when people have inaccurate, incomplete, uncertain or misunderstood data and thus make uninformed and potentially incorrect choices. Energy labelling makes building energy performance ‘visible’ to consumers through validated and easy-to-understand rating labels, thereby allowing homebuyers to make more informed decisions. The national standard for home energy labelling is established by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). NRCan certifies energy advisors to perform residential energy assessments using NRCan’s EnerGuide Rating System (ERS). The ERS can be used to assess new and existing homes, including single-family homes, duplexes, row houses, townhouses, and low-rise apartments. Energy assessments provide builders and homeowners with reports that include the modeled energy performance of the home and energy upgrade options. Upon the completion of an energy assessment, the home is assigned an EnerGuide label. The current label is shown to the right.

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Page 2 of 5 A revised ERS, to be implemented across Canada in 2015, will feature improvements to the label and assessment methodology, with better reports for builders and homeowners. The new label will include information such as the home’s total energy use (GJ/year), energy intensity (GJ/m2/year) and breakdown of end uses (e.g., space heating). Home energy labelling programs generally require three components: home energy assessments, public disclosure of home energy ratings, and data reporting to government. Public disclosure can be achieved by putting the rating sticker on the home’s electrical panel and providing the information on a public website such as MLS® or Realtor.ca when the house is being sold. Public disclosure is not always required in existing labelling programs. Member Municipalities and ERS The following municipalities in Metro Vancouver have integrated a requirement for energy assessments into policies or programs that aim to increase the energy efficiency of new or existing homes:

• City of Vancouver (Greenest City 2020 Green Building Requirements) • City of North Vancouver (Energy Efficient Building Initiative) • Township of Langley (Green Building Permit Rebate Program) • City of Richmond (OCP Amendment to increase townhouse energy efficiency and renewable

energy systems) • City of New Westminster (Energy Save New West Program)

As a requirement of these policies and programs, builders and owners must work with a Certified Energy Advisor (CEA) to complete an EnerGuide rating assessment. The EnerGuide rating is then reported to the municipality to show that the building performs at or above the required EnerGuide rating target outlined in the bylaw or program. Additionally, many other municipalities promote home energy efficiency incentives and rebates offered by BC Hydro and Fortis BC that require an EnerGuide rating as part of the program eligibility. While these ratings are reported to the municipalities and utilities, currently none of these programs requires that the label be publicly disclosed. Lack of public disclosure is identified as an information gap that negatively impacts public awareness about the energy efficiency of homes. The 2015-2016 Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project aims to begin to fill this gap and increase consumer awareness of the EnerGuide label and its implications. 2015-2016 Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project (HELPP) Work began in 2014 to identify potential paths forward to increase the use and uptake of EnerGuide ratings. The Pembina Institute and RedBird Communications were engaged to determine both long term and immediate steps towards market transformation. Market transformation for energy efficiency occurs when: (1) market participants change their behaviour, resulting in (2) higher performing buildings being offered in the market; and (3) energy savings and greenhouse gas reductions. Through consultation with stakeholder groups, it was determined that although mandatory labelling of new and resale homes would be most effective in achieving market transformation, at this time the focus will be to increase interest and awareness of these labels among the public and new home buyers.



Page 3 of 5 RedBird’s Marketing and Communications Plan for Home Energy Labelling determined that increasing both supply of, and demand for, EnerGuide labels to the public needs to occur simultaneously. From this recommendation, staff developed the 2015-2016 Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project (HELPP). This pilot project aims to increase the number of homes voluntarily labeled through the new EnerGuide rating system with the intent of increasing consumer recognition of and desire for improved building energy performance. The pilot project targets new home types including: single detached, duplex, row home, townhome, and low-rise multifamily.

The objectives of HELPP are to:

• Increase the use of the new EnerGuide rating label by builders; • Promote to homebuyers the benefit of energy efficient homes; • Increase the visibility and profile of the EnerGuide Label; and • Raise the profile of builders who voluntarily use the new EnerGuide rating label.

The desired products and outcomes of this pilot project include:

• Voluntary public disclosure of all new homes rated under bylaw requirements in the City of Vancouver, City of North Vancouver, Township of Langley and City of Richmond;

• Voluntary public disclosure of EnerGuide rating for an additional 300 new homes (beyond those required per the previous bullet) within a year of launch of the campaign;

• Field in the MLS data input form to include EnerGuide rating, and displayed / searchable;

• Website with information for buyers, builders, realtors, and lenders on benefits of energy efficiency, how to recognize an energy efficient home, how to find an energy efficient builder, how to rate your own home, and other points (may also have map showing newly built EnerGuide rated homes available for sale in Metro Vancouver);



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• Onsite material for builders to indicate that a new home has been rated, such as “EnerGuide Rated!” window clings, door hangers, lawn signs, floor plan templates, vehicle decals; and

• Publicity for the campaign through social media advertisements and earned media. HELPP will rely on strategic partnerships in order to be successful. Staff propose a communications steering committee be formed and include membership from, but not limited to:

The Pembina Institute; Building and certification associations (Canadian Homebuilders Association of BC, Greater

Vancouver Homebuilders Association); Real estate associations (Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, BC Real Estate Association); EnerGuide Rating System service organizations (Home Performance Stakeholder Council, City

Green Solutions); Federal Government (Natural Resources Canada); Local Governments; and Provincial Government (Ministry of Energy and Mines, Home Safety Standards Branch).

Additionally, the Pembina Institute has expressed interest in forming and leading a complimentary steering committee that will focus on policy considerations for labelling in Metro Vancouver and the rest of BC. The proposed work plan for the first year of this project is as follows:

Time Action

Q1 Convene a HELPP Steering Committee Q1 Submit proposal for MV Sustainability Innovation Fund (SIF) Q1 Determine baseline evaluation metrics for communications plan Q2 Issue Request for Statement of Qualifications for marketing and communications firm Q2 Potential SIF award (June 2015) Q2 Solicit proposals from shortlisted consultants Q2-Q3 Develop digital strategy to increase visibility of EnerGuide label Q3 Award contract to marketing firm Q3-Q4 Website development, testing and launch Q3-Q4 Develop digital graphics, material for municipalities to support and promote HELPP Q3-Q4 Work with consultant to develop digital materials/physical materials/events for 2015-16

implementation Q1 2016 Launch campaign

ALTERNATIVES 1. That the GVRD Board endorse the work plan for the 2015-2016 Home Energy Labelling Pilot

Project contained in the report dated January 29, 2015, titled “Home Energy Labelling Pilot Project”.

2. That the GVRD Board receive this report for information and direct staff towards an alternate course of action.



Page 5 of 5 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Metro Vancouver currently has a budget of $30,000 allocated to this project; however, to complete all the desired products listed, a budget of at least $125,000 is required. Staff intend to submit a proposal to the Sustainability Innovation Fund for $100,000 in 2015 to implement this work. SUMMARY / CONCLUSION Metro Vancouver has goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in our region by 33% by 2020 and 80% by 2050. Given that homes and offices account for almost one-third of our regional carbon footprint, addressing the energy use within homes is essential to meeting our targets. Without authority to establish building code requirements, member municipalities need to use innovative approaches to reduce emissions from buildings. Home energy labelling is an important tool to create a market demand for more energy efficient homes by addressing a key information failure. The 2015-2016 HELPP aims to use strategic partnerships with industry to voluntarily increase the supply of EnerGuide rated homes. Simultaneously, HELPP will engage a marketing firm to develop an outreach campaign to inform homebuyers about the new EnerGuide labels and the importance of energy efficiency. The goal of this project is to increase awareness and demand for energy labelling in our region by increasing awareness among homebuyers and the public at large. 10824070


To: Climate Action Committee From: Ray Robb, Environmental Regulation and Enforcement Division Manager

Legal and Legislative Services Department Date: January 28, 2015 Meeting Date: February 18, 2015 Subject: Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082, 2008

- Assistant District Director Appointment

RECOMMENDATION That the GVRD Board appoint Darren Beairsto as Assistant District Director, pursuant to the Environmental Management Act and Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082, 2008. PURPOSE To appoint a staff member as an Assistant District Director pursuant to the BC Environmental Management Act and the Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082, 2008. BACKGROUND Metro Vancouver’s Air Quality Regulatory Program supports the goals of the Integrated Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Management Plan by promoting compliance with air quality management bylaws that regulate the discharge of air contaminants. The Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw 1082, 2008 (the Bylaw), delegates authority to Board-designated Assistant District Directors and Officers to advance air quality management goals. An Assistant District Director has the same powers as the District Director and is appointed to assist the District Director in the administration of the Bylaw. These powers include all the powers of an Officer as well as the ability to issue permits, approvals and orders under the Bylaw. Officers may enter property, inspect works, and obtain records and other information to promote compliance with the GVRD Air Quality Management bylaws and the BC Environmental Management Act. Recent changes in Metro Vancouver staff have resulted in a need for the Board to update staff appointments pursuant to the Environmental Management Act and Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082, 2008. In accordance with Section 31 of the Environmental Management Act, Assistant District Directors must be appointed by the Board. ALTERNATIVES 1. That the GVRD Board appoint Darren Beairsto as an Assistant District Director, pursuant to the

Environmental Management Act and Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082, 2008.

2. That the GVRD Board provide alternate direction to staff.

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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There are no financial implications as this position is included in the 2015 budget for Metro Vancouver’s air quality regulatory service. OTHER IMPLICATIONS Appointing Darren Beairsto as an Assistant District Director will enable continued efficient operation of the Environmental Regulation and Enforcement Division, particularly during periods of staff vacation or illness. SUMMARY / CONCLUSION Due to recent changes in staff, it is recommended that the GVRD Board appoint Darren Beairsto as an Assistant District Director pursuant to the Environmental Management Act and Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082, 2008. 10825175


To: GVRD Board of Directors From: Intergovernment and Finance Committee Date: February 20, 2015 Meeting Date: March 6, 2015 Subject: Grant Request for March 4-7, 2015 FCM Board Meeting INTERGOVERNMENT AND FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION That the GVRD Board approve a contribution of $10,000 to the City of Burnaby in support of hosting the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board meeting, held March 4-7, 2015.

At its February 19, 2015 meeting, the Intergovernment and Finance Committee considered the attached letter dated February 2, 2015, from the City of Burnaby, regarding the FCM Board Meeting – Grant Request. The Committee subsequently passed the recommendation above. The FCM Board Meeting is a significant gathering of senior municipal officials from across Canada bringing together approximately 150 to 160 guests to the Metro Vancouver region, including 90 Mayors and Councilors, Board members, FCM staff, and partners. As the Host City, Burnaby will host a series of business meetings to be held at the Hilton Hotel Metrotown, a Mayor’s welcome reception (March 4th) to be held at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts and a Host City Dinner at the Riverway Clubhouse (March 6th). The total cost of hosting the FCM Board meeting will be in the range of $50,000.00. A grant of $10,000 from Metro Vancouver will assist in offsetting some of these costs, including meeting facilities and catering. Benefits include the opportunity to enhance the profile of Metro Vancouver and its Member Municipalities within the FCM membership and to raise awareness within the Canadian municipal sector about the breadth and scope of the services that Metro Vancouver and its Member Municipalities provide to the 2.4 million residents of the region. FCM is an important partner to Metro Vancouver and its Member Municipalities collaborating on important issues such as the Building Canada Plan, transit, affordable housing and the recently launched National Zero Waste Council. As a contributor to the hosting of the FCM Board meeting, Metro Vancouver will be acknowledged as a partner and sponsor on all signage and promotional materials. In addition, the Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Board will be invited to address and welcome the delegates at the Host City Dinner. If supported, the $10,000 grant/contribution could be funded through the 2015 general government budget. Attachment: Letter dated February 2, 2015, from City of Burnaby to Chair Moore, Metro Vancouver, re FCM Board Meeting – Grant Request (Orbit #10943185) 10968810

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Re: FCM Board Meeting -Grant Request

As you know, the City of Burnaby will be hosting the upcoming FCM Board meeting, March 4-7, 2015.

This event will bring 90 Board members from across Canada to the Vancouver area, many with partners. FCM staff and support will bring the total to approximately 150 participants .

Host City responsibilities include:

• Wednesday, March 4- Mayor's Welcome Reception @ Shad bolt Centre for the Arts

• Friday, March 6 --Reception & Dinner@ The Riverway Golf Course- Clubhouse

The business meetings will be held at the Burnaby Hilton Hotel. Delegates will travel by bus to functions. The City will provide technological equipment and support to the business meetings.

The cost of this event is expected to be approximately $50,000. To offset some of this cost, the City is formaily requesting that iVietro Vancouver to consider providing a $·i 0,000 grant towards rhe FCivi Board meeting .

This support would be acknowledged in conference materials. Regardless of whether or not Metro is able to support this request, we will arrange for a speaking opportunity for you, as Chair of Metro Vancouver, at a time that is convenient for you .

Thank you in advance for your consideration of this request. We look forward to hearing from you .

Yours truly,

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E: C O N S E N T A G E N D AE1.1: Appointment of the 2015 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the Katzie & Tsleil-Waututh NegotiationsAttachmentAttachment 1Attachment 2Attachment 3Attachment 4Attachment 5Attachment 6

E1.2: Appointment of MV’s 2015 Representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations CommitteeAttachment

E1.3: Appointment of a MV Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee Meetings for 2015Attachment

E2.1: Home Energy Labelling Pilot ProjectE2.2: GVRD Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082, 2008- Assistant District Director AppointmentE3.1: Grant Request for March 4-7, 2015 FCM Board MeetingAttachment

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