City Council - December 12, 2022 - Minutes - City of Richmond, BC

R22/21-5 It was moved and seconded That the ‘Soil Use for the Placement of Fill’ application, submitted by Avtar Thandi (the “Applicant”), proposing to deposit soil for the purpose of improving the agricultural capability of the property located at 22040 River Road, be authorized for referral to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) for the ALC to review and determine the merits of the proposal from an agricultural perspective as the Applicant has satisfied all of the City’s current reporting requirements. The question on the motion was not called as discussion took place on (i) reviewing best practices, (ii) alternate options to reduce water levels, and (iii) exploring diverse crop options to fit current soil composition. As a result of the discussion, the following referral motion was introduced: R22/21-6 It was moved and seconded That the Soil Use For The Placement Of Fill Application For The Property At 22040 River Road (Thandi) be referred back to staff until a review on best practices of the future by the Agricultural Land Commission is undertaken. DEFEATED Opposed: Mayor Brodie Cllrs: Au Hobbs Heed Loo McNulty In reply to queries from Council, staff noted that the property is in compliance with the Cavanaugh guidelines. Further discussion took place on (i) monitoring soil sources closely, (ii) conducting a more thorough analysis of diking system on farmland, and (iii) supporting local farmers. The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllrs. Day and Wolfe opposed.

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