December 6th, 1976

City Administrator advised that at the moment the keeping of pigeons is
not permitted in the City. Alderman Keryluk then pointed out that
according to the Municipal Act, it is not possible to distinguish between
racing and other breeds of pigeons. Alderman Traboulay commented that
several neighbouring municipalities permit the keeping of pigeons, and
suggested that the City's Solicitor examine their relevant By~laws.
Alderman Mabbett pointed out that the City has grown very quickly during
the last 10 years from a rural to an urban community, and that many citizens
obviously feel this type of hobby is not compatible in a residential
area. Mrs. DeVries then spoke in support of her husband's request, and
advised that their two young sons are also deeply involved in sport of
racing pigeons, which keeps them off the street and out of trouble. Mr.

DeVries pointed out that pigeon racing is a fast-growing sport in the

United Stated and Canada, and that it has been very popular in Europe

and other parts of the world for many years. Two other unidentified
members of the public gallery then spoke in support of Mr. DeVries'
request; however, Alderman Keryluk reiterated his concern at the inability

through the Municipal Act of being able to make a distinction between

racing and other types of pigeons, and he proposed .the following motion:

Moved by Alderman Keryluk:

Seconded by Alderman Mabbett:

That no By-law amendment be made to provide for the keeping of

pigeons in the City of Port Coquitlam. Tabled.

A discussion ensued, and Alderman Traboulay spoke in support of the
application of Mr. DeVries to continue with his hobby and against the

motion proposed as did Aldermen Thompson and Ranger. Mayor Campbell

stated that while he agreed it would be unfortunate for Mr. DeVries to
lose his hobby, the right of neighbouring residents to peace and quiet
also must be considered. The following.motion was then proposed:

Moved by Alderman Traboulay:

Seconded by Alderman Ranger:

That the foregoing proposed resolution stating that no By-law amend-
ment be made to provide for the keeping of pigeons in the City be tabled
for one month pending receipt of further information thereon.

Carried.

Aldermen Laking and Mabbett voted against the resolution.

BY-LAWS:

Alderman Thompson introduced a By-law to authorize The Corporation