Highway 99 Tunnel Program Update, Major Construction Projects Oversight, Council Compensation
The January 20, 2025, General Purposes Committee meeting included updates on the Highway 99 Tunnel and Steveston Interchange projects, focusing on timelines, public engagement, and the upcoming overpass removal. The committee approved a policy for the Major Construction Projects Oversight Committee, revising its terms of reference to include a council liaison and clarifying member appointment and reporting procedures. A key decision was made to create a comprehensive annual public report detailing the total compensation of Richmond Council members serving on regional or provincial organizations. Debate ensued regarding a motion to track and publicly report council member attendance at various meetings and events, ultimately resulting in the defeat of a motion to include community events in the reporting.