Continued Civic Theatres completed its periodic review of rates of comparative facilities. It is still behind, which is why it has been pushing rental rates faster than the rate of infla-tion. In answer to a question, Mr. Ackerman advised the closest comparison to Vancouver's facilities were in Toronto, Portland and Seattle. Responding to a question, Mr. Ackerman noted some of the other theatres across the country are undergoing major manage-ment reviews, and some will have serious problems at the bottom line. Continued an increase in the 1995 Waterworks Capital Budget by debenture borrowing.
Contracts are to be awarded on the basis of best value for fee.
Co- operating with the GVRD on development of regional projects could save additional money. In addition, potential partners, such as Vancouver Hospital, may be included to further defray costs. Mr. Timm and Mr. Jerry Dobrovolney, Assistant Waterworks Engineer, answered questions on the first phase of the project, which reviewed the cost effectiveness of, and the reasons for, developing water storage within Vancouver, as well as on the second phase, including the availability of other project partners, and consideration of emergency water storage options. Notice was called on the motion, and staff were requested to provide further information. Mr. Scobie reiterated that allowing the farmers' market at this site will be a departure from the existing policy, and may precipitate numerous requests for equitable treatment from others who have long pushed for kiosks and other mobile vending opportunities on private property.