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geographically it would not be acceptable as the system is being extended to
Boston Bar; also, Port Coquitlam is slated to be inclueed in the Greater
Vancouver Library Federation, Alderman Ranger referred to the possibility of
private donations to the City's library and Mrs. R.E. Nacht, representing the
Friends of the Library, stated she felt this could best be done when a per-
manent facility is established.

Moved by Alderman Mabbett:

Seconded by Alderman Traboulay:

That a firm decision concerning the establishment of the City's new
library facility in the Shaughnessy Mall building be withheld until March
Ist, 1976, pending the outcome of Richmond's book situation.Withdrawn.

Prior to the question being called on the foregoing proposed resolution,
a discussion ensued and Mayor Campbell stated his concern as to an alternate
location if the facility in the Shaughnessy Mall is not leased for library
purposes. Alderman Keryluk advised that the Director had given assurance
that he would do his utmost to provide the City's expanded facility with
an ample supply of books. |

Moved by Alderman Laking:

Seconded by Alderman Traboulay:

That the signing of the Agreement with Horner Developments Ltd.
with respect to leasing accommodation for an expanded library facility
in the Shaughnessy Mall building be held in abeyance pending in~depth

discussions on the City's total budget. Defeated.
Aldermen Laking, Mabbett, and Traboulay voted in favour of the resolution.

Prior to the question being called on the foregoing proposed resolution,

steted that as the motion would accomplish the same

result as the one he had made previously, he would withdraw his and

follow that made by Alderman Laking. Alderman Thompson stated his view

that the motion is unnc” essary in view of the fact that the plans have

not been received and the agreement is not ready for Signing. Mayor

Campbell stated his ccncern that such a delay may affect the priority of

the City’s position in qualifying for a grant from the Government to

furnish the new facility,

VS CORRESPONDENCE & PETITIONS:

From the Port Coquitlam District Council, Boy Scouts of Canada,
January 28th, 1976, making certain requests with respect to the April
24th, 1976 PoCo Trek - Walking for Scouting.

Moved by Alderman Laking:

Boy Scouts

re PoCo Trek-
Walking for
Scouting