City-led Engagement: Findings

Options for comment through the City-led engagement included email, mail, telephone and a survey. The feedback received has been reviewed by staff and provided to the applicant to address. No personal information provided in the feedback was publicly released. Written comments will be made publicly available in a future report to Council. A Public Hearing may be scheduled in the future, if determined by Council.

What we Heard

During the City-led consultation, we received 87 survey responses and 26 emails. Of the total responses received, 7 were in support and 106 were not in support. There were two primary concerns. The first was the loss of existing restaurant tenant Greens & Beans, which is valued for its food, long-standing presence in the community, and history of charity work. The second was the high number of existing pharmacies and medical establishments and the potential loss of business diversity in the neighbourhood.

Who we Heard From

Of the survey respondents, 86/87 provided demographic information. Of these respondents, 93% lived in New Westminster and 50% lived in Sapperton. People aged 35-49 years old were overrepresented, and people under 19 and over 40 were underrepresented. There was a similar representation of people aged 20-34. Renters were underrepresented and homeowners were overrepresented.