Liveable CommunityClimate LeadershipEngaged, Healthy CommunityDiversified, Thriving EconomyGovernanceCity of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan
Facilitate expanded housing diversity and supply, to promote attainabilityImprove mobility with safe, sustainable and effective transportation optionsDevelop infrastructure that positions the City to provide accessible and sustainable services while accommodating growthFoundational Initiatives for Liveable CommunityMitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate changeReduce municipal and community greenhouse gas emissions in alignment with adopted targetsEnhance and protect the health of our natural environmentFoundational Initiatives for Climate Leadership & Environmental StewardshipProvide a diversity of inclusive and accessible recreation opportunitiesBuild and celebrate community pride, strengthening community connections to foster a sense of belongingPromote a vibrant arts and culture communityEnsure the safety and enhance the well-being of residentsImprove community engagement with the CityFoundational Initiatives for Engaged, Healthy CommunityAttract, retain and expand business investment to diversify the tax base and increase local employmentExpand training and educational options in Maple Ridge to build a skilled workforce that attracts innovative businessesExplore and maximize tourism opportunities as a means to further diversify the local economyFoundational Initiatives for Diversified, Thriving EconomyIdentify and commit to opportunities for the City to move forward on a path of Truth and ReconciliationDeliver an exceptional customer experience across City servicesBe accountable to the public through open and responsive governanceEnsure the City is organizationally resilient, ready to adapt to a changing environmentEnsure organization and financial alignment to achieve Strategic Priorities and meet the needs of our growing communityFoundational Initiatives for Governance & Corporate Excellence
OKRCreate development application prioritization criteriaIncrease housing supply, as measured by permitted units, by 2.5%Secure 30 below market housing unitsIncrease the multi-unit housing portion of building stock by 4%Establish benchmark timelines for internal City processes and reviews within the development application processComplete alignment of CMR regulations and policies with Homes for People provincial strategyInclude a complete east to west AAA bike route from 240th to Maple Meadows station in the 5-year Capital PlanInstall 30 secure bike and micro-mobility lockers within the civic centre areaIncrease cycling network length by three kilometersUpdate funding strategy for asset replacement and maintenance building off existing funding policyDevelop an Asset Management StrategyEstablish servicing plans, including green infrastructure solutions, to service 3 key growth areasFoundational Initiatives for Liveable CommunityDevelop and adopt a Climate Action PlanDevelop and implement green infrastructure design and maintenance specifications, guidelines, and performance standardsDevelop a master plan for reducing the reliance on natural gas for all facilities and implement a solar energy projectDevelop framework for climate and resilience as a lens for City decision makingEnsure the City is green fleet ready for passenger vehicles & light-duty fleetEstablish an inventory and baseline of bio-diversity healthDevelop a strategy to manage the health of the McKenney Creek systemProtect and conserve 9 hectares of landComplete an Urban Forest Management StrategyFoundational Initiatives for Climate Leadership & Environmental StewardshipConduct Recreation Facility Accessibility audit to Rick Hansen Guideline standardsEnsure at least 70% of residents, as measured by households, have access to one free community event within a 15-minute walk of their homeIncrease participation in subsidized recreation programs by 10% through the development of City-specific criteria on financial access fundingConduct a Recreation Facility Feasibility StudySupport the Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer GamesDevelop and deliver four events to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Maple RidgeIncrease participation in City supported volunteer programs by 10%Implement Public Art streams to support the new Public Art Policy and HandbookInitiate, through partnership, a Museum Needs AssessmentDevelop a Community Safety Action PlanOperationalize Phase 1 of the Fire Master PlanComplete a de-integration transition plan for Ridge Meadows RCMPEstablish a public participation and engagement frameworkIncrease community activity on Engage MR by 20%Conduct a participatory budget pilot projectFoundational Initiatives for Engaged, Healthy CommunityComplete a Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) Analysis and Implementation PlanDevelop an Incentive Strategy for New Business AttractionDevelop an Investment Attraction Strategy for targeted industries, including a value/supply chain strategyEnsure that the business licensing process and service delivery is capable of processing 20% more applications annuallyCreate a formal, collaborative partnership with a post-secondary institutionEstablish a collaborative Tech Hub to specifically nurture the growth of technologically inclined entrepreneursComplete a Labour Market and Gap AnalysisImplement a net promotor score for Adventure Hub, Urban Hot Spots, and Farm Fresh experiences , set the baseline, and improve by 20%Increase film-based tourism by 10%Develop an event attraction strategy for tourist-driven events aligned with community-based eventsFoundational Initiatives for Diversified, Thriving EconomyDevelop the City's Indigenous Relations and Engagement StrategyHost two Council relationship-building meetings with Katzie First Nation and Kwantlen First Nation leadershipDevelop and implement a strategy, including standards and principles, to provide exceptional customer experiencesDevelop an evaluation framework for ongoing customer experience assessmentEnsure that 75% of existing policies have been updated within the last 2 yearsImplement an Enterprise Performance Management system (EPM)Develop and implement an enhanced risk management programDevelop a records management programDevelop a business continuity programConduct one Emergency Operations Centre exerciseDeploy a continuous improvement program and conduct training with a cohort of staffDevelop an Intergovernmental Relations Strategy for relationship building and advocacy to advance key city prioritiesReview and consolidate City fees and charges into a single bylaw with annual review datesComplete a major Development Cost Charges reviewOptimize the City’s business and financial planning processFoundational Initiatives for Governance & Corporate Excellence
Update Housing StrategyCreate development application prioritization criteriaUpdate Housing Needs AssessmentConduct an incentive program feasibility assessmentDevelop pre-approved site plans for a range of housing unitsUpdate city-wide density bonusing programsIncrease staffing levels for business licensing processing Identify inclusionary zoning optionsDevelop concierge service to facilitate affordable housing developmentConduct wrap-around servicing assessment for the Lougheed Transit Corridor Area PlanReview parking and mobility requirements for transit-oriented areasComplete alignment of City of Maple Ridge regulations and policies with Homes for People provincial strategyEstablish benchmark timelines for Planning department processes and reviews within the development application processDesign and Develop Exempt Performance Management ProgramInclude a complete east to west AAA bike route from 240th to Maple Meadows station in the 5-year Capital PlanIncrease cycling network length by three kilometersInstall 30 secure bike and micro-mobility lockers within the civic centre areaUpdate funding strategy for asset replacement and maintenance building off existing funding policyEstablish servicing plans, including green infrastructure solutions, to service 3 key growth areasDevelop an Asset Management Strategy for the CityProvide update on Local Government Act - Bill 26Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Update - Initial WorkDevelop a Climate Action PlanDevelop and implement green infrastructure design and maintenance specifications, guidelines, and performance standardsComplete Multi-Hazard Climate Risk and Vulnerability AssessmentConduct extreme temperature risk mapping analysisSecure Natural Resource Canada Zero Emissions Vehicle fundingDevelop master plan to reduce reliance on natural gas for all facilitiesImplement a solar energy project for a municipal facilityDevelop a framework for climate and resilience as a lens for City decision makingPhase 1: Install 20 Level 2 EV fleet chargersPhase 2: Install 20 Level-2 and 2 Level-3 EV fleet EV chargersDevelop an Urban Forest Management StrategyEstablish an inventory and baseline of bio-diversity healthDevelop a strategy to manage the health of the McKenney Creek systemDevelop City-specific criteria on financial access fundingHost 3 Rock the Block EventsComplete Recreation Facility Accessibilty AuditSupport the Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer GamesConduct an aquatics feasibility study to contemplate a second aquatics facilityDevelop a Volunteer Retention Strategy for BC Summer Games VolunteersMaple Ridge 150 Celebration EventsInitiate a Museum Needs AssessmentTransition the Public Art guidelines into a policy for Council endorsementFire Master Plan #17 Career Suppression CapacityFire Master Plan #20 Prevention BranchFire Master Plan # 3 Corporate IntegrationFire Master Plan # 8 Climate Change & # 28 ApparatusComplete a de-integration transition plan for Ridge Meadows RCMPFire Master Plan # 31 Emergency Program ResourcingDevelop a Community Safety Action PlanIncrease community activity on Engage MR by 20%Develop and implement public engagement framework and toolkit.Conduct a participatory budget pilot projectContract with Community Safety Expert ConsultantsImplement Heritage Grant Five-Year Pilot ProgramDevelop Heritage Related Event connected to Maple Ridge 150Implement Overnight Security Services in Downtown CoreDevelop an Incentive Strategy for New Business AttractionComplete business license process and digital application reviewConduct investment attraction analysis and Implementation plan for targeted industriesDevelop business retention and expansion analysis and implementation planEstablish a collaborative Tech Hub to specifically nurture the growth of technologically inclined entrepreneursCollaborate with post-secondary institutions on feasibility study to develop and sustain program training that addresses workforce needsPre-work for: Creating a formalized partnership with a post secondary institutionConduct Labour Market Gap AnalysisElectrification of Railway Lot for film (Creative BC Reel Green Grant) and continued through BC hydro incentive offerImplement Net Promoter Score for Adventure Hub, Urban Hot Spots, and Farm Fresh Experiences with a set baseline and improve by 20% by the end of 2025Develop an Event Attraction Strategy for Tourist-driven Events Aligned with Community Based EventsComplete regulatory review of eco-tourism, adventure tourism and agri-tourism policiesImplement a circular economy program to re-purpose film set materialsFacilitate Downtown Revitalization InitiativesConduct Albion Industrial Land Use and Servicing AnalysisRefresh Agricultural PlanDevelop a Framework for Municipal Truth and ReconciliationParticipate in regular Council to Council meetings with Katzie and Kwantlen First Nations.Develop and implement a customer experience strategy and frameworkDevelop an evaluation framework for ongoing customer experience assessmentImplement an Enterprise Performance Management systemComplete a Policy ReviewDevelop the City's Intergovernmental Relations Strategy Develop a Risk Management framework to enable the development of a programFacilitate the development of a Business Continuity ProgramImplement a continuous improvement Centre of ExcellenceComplete development of a records management frameworkConduct one Emergency Operations Centre exerciseOptimize the City’s business and financial planning processMajor DCC AmendmentReview and consolidate Building Services Department feesReview and consolidate Soil Removal, Tree Protection and Highway & Traffic feesReview and consolidate Fire Protection, Cemetery, Water Service and Sewer Service feesReview Police Services Fees and ChargesUpdate Financial Sustainability PolicyProtect and conserve 9 hectares of landDesign, Develop and Implement Learning and Development FrameworkCommence Negotiations and Collective Bargaining with IAFF for 2022 onwardsCommence Negotiations and Collective Bargaining with CUPE for 2023 onwardsInitiate HRIS requirements gathering and feasibility studyDesign Occupational Health & Safety Strategic PlanHost one regional Leadership Summit in 2024Develop Archaeological Management Plan
Liveable Community
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Liveable Community Priority Statement

We continue to build Maple Ridge into a liveable community that meets the needs of our diverse residents, businesses and other stakeholders through community planning, transportation and infrastructure services that benefit and strengthen our City today and in the future
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Objectives
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Facilitate expanded housing diversity and supply, to promote attainability
Not Defined
Create development application prioritization criteria
12/31/24
Create development application prioritization criteria
4/30/25
In Progress
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In Progress
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    • The project has been included in a broader scope of work to related to the Development Approvals Process Review
    • Project funding is being provided by the Union of BC Municipalities Local Government Approvals Program
    • Project launch is anticipated for November 2024
Not Defined
Increase housing supply, as measured by permitted units, by 2.5%
9/30/26
Update Housing Strategy
9/30/24
In Progress
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In Progress
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan

The Housing Strategy report, prepared by Urban Matters, was received by Council for information on Sep 24, 2024. Key priorities and next steps would be discussed at a Council Workshop in Q4 2024 for Council's inputs.

Update Housing Needs Assessment
9/30/24
In Progress
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Complete
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Council has endorsed the updated interim Housing Needs Report on Sep 10, 2024, required by provincial legislation or municipalities to complete by end of 2024.

Conduct an incentive program feasibility assessment
12/31/25
Not Started
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In Progress
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Ongoing. An assessment of the various possible incentives is underway to better address current and projected housing needs outlined in the 2024 Housing Needs report.

Develop pre-approved site plans for a range of housing units
12/31/24
Not Started
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In Progress
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Work is underway to develop design and site plans that are appropriate for the Maple Ridge context. 

Update city-wide density bonusing programs
3/31/25
Not Started
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In Progress
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan

An update of the various density bonus incentives is underway to ensure they are consistent with new provincial legislations and to better meet current and projected housing needs in the 2024 Housing Needs report.

Not Defined
Secure 30 below market housing units
12/31/25
Identify inclusionary zoning options
12/31/25
Not Started
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Not Started
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Develop concierge service to facilitate affordable housing development
3/31/25
In Progress
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In Progress
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  • A high level program outline received unanimous approval  by Maple Ridge Mayor and Council in September 2024
  • The full program, including service scope and eligibility criteria, are currently under development
  • Targeted stakeholder engagement is currently underway
  • Full implementation is expected for Q1 2025
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Increase the multi-unit housing portion of building stock by 4%
12/31/26
Conduct wrap-around servicing assessment for the Lougheed Transit Corridor Area Plan
12/31/24
Not Started
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Not Started
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Review parking and mobility requirements for transit-oriented areas
3/31/25
In Progress
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In Progress
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan

The City's Off-Street Parking and Loading Bylaw is under comprehensive review, and will be back before Council in Q3 2024. 

Not Defined
Establish benchmark timelines for internal City processes and reviews within the development application process
12/31/24
Establish benchmark timelines for Planning department processes and reviews within the development application process
12/31/25
Not Started
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In Progress
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  • The project has been included in a broader scope of work to related to the Development Approvals Process Review
  • Project funding is being provided by the Union of BC Municipalities Local Government Development Approvals Program
  • Project anticipated to be awarded in October with launch in November
Not Defined
Complete alignment of CMR regulations and policies with Homes for People provincial strategy
12/31/24
Complete alignment of City of Maple Ridge regulations and policies with Homes for People provincial strategy
6/30/24
Complete
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan
Complete
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan

Council approved the housing legislation amendments for Small Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) and the designation of transit-oriented areas (TOA) around transit hubs (Haney Place Transit Exchange, Maple Meadows Station, Port Haney Station) on Jun 25, 2024, in fulfilment of the new provincial housing legislations.

Objectives
Not Defined
Improve mobility with safe, sustainable and effective transportation options
Not Defined
Include a complete east to west AAA bike route from 240th to Maple Meadows station in the 5-year Capital Plan
12/31/24
Include a complete east to west AAA bike route from 240th to Maple Meadows station in the 5-year Capital Plan
5/15/25
In Progress
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In Progress
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This item is now included as a series of projects in the 2025-29 Capital Plan Submissions and is pending approval as part of Business Planning.

Not Defined
Install 30 secure bike and micro-mobility lockers within the civic centre area
8/31/24
Install 30 secure bike and micro-mobility lockers within the civic centre area
8/31/24
In Progress
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Needs Attention
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10 secure bike stations are on order and should be installed before the end of this year.

Not Defined
Increase cycling network length by three kilometers
12/31/25
Increase cycling network length by three kilometers
12/31/25
Needs Attention
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In Progress
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Projects:

1km - Thorne Avenue (between pathway to Hammond Road and 207 St) 

670m - 123 Avenue (Laity St to 216 St) 

1.8km - Donovan to Selkirk AAA Neighbourhood Bikeway (Lougheed Hwy to 222 Street)

Objectives
Not Defined
Develop infrastructure that positions the City to provide accessible and sustainable services while accommodating growth
Not Defined
Update funding strategy for asset replacement and maintenance building off existing funding policy
9/30/24
Update funding strategy for asset replacement and maintenance building off existing funding policy
12/31/25
Not Started
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan
Not Started
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan

This work is contingent on the development of the City's asset management program.

Not Defined
Develop an Asset Management Strategy
6/30/24
Develop an Asset Management Strategy for the City
12/31/24
In Progress
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Needs Attention
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Draft Asset Management Strategy is under staff review. 

Not Defined
Establish servicing plans, including green infrastructure solutions, to service 3 key growth areas
3/31/25
Establish servicing plans, including green infrastructure solutions, to service 3 key growth areas
3/31/25
Not Started
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Needs Attention
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This project was delayed in order to accommodate a number of emergent priorities such as those related to Bill 44, BRT related planning.

Objectives
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Foundational Initiatives for Liveable Community
Not Defined
Foundational Initiatives for Liveable Community
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Provide update on Local Government Act - Bill 26
3/31/24
Complete
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Complete
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan
Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Update - Initial Work
12/31/25
In Progress
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan
In Progress
City of Maple Ridge Corporate Plan

Recent provincial legislation announcements require the City to update the Official Community Plan. To complete the implementation of the updated Official Community Plan, the Zoning Bylaw will also need to be updated. This work is anticipated to commence in 2024 and complete by the end of 2025.