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Letter received from Mr. John D. Ronald, Manufacturer of Fire Engines – referred to Fire, Water and Light Committee. By-Law No. 3 dividing the City of Vancouver into Wards was passed and sent to the British Columbia Gazette for publication. Police Commissioner empowered to notify property owners of porches, fences, railings, etc., that are unsightly or that interfere with traffic or pedestrians, and to ensure they are removed. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Margaret Sutherland original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 24-27 [vol 1 page 24] Vancouver May 31st 1886 The Council met on Monday May 31st at 7.30. P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor, Aldermen Cordiner Coldwell, Dunn, Griffith, L.A. Hamilton, E.P. Hamilton, Humphries and Northcott. Minutes of last meeting read and adopted. Communications Communications were received from John. D. Ronald, Manufacturer of Fire Engines, Brussels, H.B. Smith, Victoria and David Oppenheimer, Vancouver. Motion [20] Moved by Alderman Northcott seconded by Alderman Cordiner that Communication from John. D. Ronald be referred to Fire, Water and Light Committee. Carried. Motion [21] Moved by Alderman Coldwell seconded by Alderman Dunn that Mr. Oppenheimer's communication be referred to the Board of Works, who shall take into consideration the whole question of Street improvement. Carried. Motion [22] Moved by Alderman Northcott seconded by Alderman Griffith that H.B. Smith's communication be received and the map hung up in the Clerk's office till next meeting for examination. Carried. [vol 1 page 25] Introduction of By-Laws By-Law dividing the City into Wards was read a second time on Motion of Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman L.A. Hamilton. Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that Council go into Committee of the Whole on By-Laws. Carried. Council then went into Committee of the Whole with Alderman Coldwell in the Chair. By-Law named By-Law No 3 and read over Clause by Clause and passed. Committee then rose to report By-Law No 3 as amended. Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that By-Law be read a third time. Carried. Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman Coldwell that By-Law No 3 be engrossed signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk and A Copy sent to the British Columbia Gazette for publication. Alderman (L.A. Hamilton, struck out) Thos Dunn introduced A By-Law respecting the sale of intoxicating Liquors and the issue of Licenses therefore, which was read for the first time. A By-Law to provide for the Assessment of property benefited by local [page 26] improvements was introduced and read for the first time. Motion [24] Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that the Chief of Police be authorized by this Council to notify all persons who are proprietors of any buildings, doorsteps, porches, railings, fences or projections into or obstructions of whatsoever nature or Kind that are unsightly and interfere with the public traffic and pedestrians in any of the public squares streets or places within
Map published by H.B. Smith endorsed as official Map of the City. Liquor By-Law No. 5 finalized and sent to British Columbia Gazette for publication. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Margaret Sutherland original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 32-33 [vol 1 page 32] Vancouver June 10th 1886 Council met in the Council Chambers on Thursday June 10th at 7:30 P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor presiding Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Coldwell, Dunn, Hamilton, Humphries, L.A. Hamilton, E.P. Hamilton and Northcott. Minutes of last meeting read and adopted. Report of the Board of Works read. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Cordiner that the Report of the Board of Works be adopted as a whole. Carried. [Motion 30] Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman Dunn, that as the Map of the City published by Mr. H.B. Smith meets with the approval of the individual members of the Council therefore the Council endorses the map and authorizes Mr. H.B. Smith to publish it as the offical Map of the City under the sanction of the Mayor and Council And that the Clerk be authorized to subscribe for one Copy for the Council Chambers. Carried Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that the Council go into Committee of the whole on Liquor By-Law. Carried. [vol1 page 33] Council go into Committee of the Whole with Alderman Dunn as the Chair. Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by the Mayor that By-Law be known as By-Law No. 5. After the By-Law was read over Clause by Clause and passed the Committee rose to report. Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman Northcott that the By-Law be read a third time and that the reading of the title be taken as the reading of the whole bill. Carried. Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman Northcott that By-Law No 5 be engrossed, signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk and a copy send to the British Columbia Gazette for publication. Carried. The Council then adjourned. M.A. MacLean, Mayor Thos. F. McGuigan, City Clerk
Dealing with the most important things first! One of the earliest items of business of the newly-formed City of Vancouver was establishing the conditions for granting liquor licenses. This by-law was introduced and finalized at the second meeting of Vancouver City Council, on May 12, 1886, and made official on June 10, 1886. This document was transcribed in July of 2018 by Transcribimus volunteer Anita Dos Santos. original handwritten document here 1 14 By-Law No 5 A By-Law to define the Conditions and requirements to obtain hotel, saloon shop or retail and wholesale licenses for the sale within the City of Vancouver of spirituous, fermented and other intoxicating liquors and to regulate places so licensed and fix a fee or duty for the said license. The Mayor and Council of the City of Vancouver enact as follows: (1) The Board of Police Commissioners of the City may direct the issue of licenses written or printed or partially written and partially printed of the several kinds or descriptions following that is to say:- (a) Hotel licenses; (b) Saloon Licenses; (c) Shop or Retail licenses (d) Wholesale licenses. (2) Every such license shall authorise the person licensed to sell subject to the provisions of this by-law, all spirituous and malt-liquors and all combinations of liquors and drinks and drinkable liquids which are intoxicating and shall be signed by the Board of Police Commissioners. 2 15 3 An hotel license or Saloon license shall authorize the licensee to sell and dispose of any liquors in quantities not exceeding one quart which may be drunk in the hotel or saloon in which the same is sold. 4 A shop or retail license shall authorize the licensee to sell and dispose of any liquors in quantities any liquors not to be drunk in or upon the premises for which the license is granted by not less than one pint in quantity shall be sold or disposed of at any one time to any one person. 5 A wholesale license shall authorize the licensee to sell and dispose of liquors in his warehouse store shop or place defined in the license in quantities of not less than two gallons in each cask or vessel and whenever such selling by wholesale is in respect of bottled ale porter beer wine or other fermented or spirituous liquor each such sale shall be in quantities of not less than one dozen reported quart bottles; provided that none of the liquors so sold shall be consumed in or upon the premises or house in respect of which the license is granted. 6 The Board of Police Commissioners shall hold a meeting on the twentieth day of each and every 3 18 month for the consideration of applications for licenses unless such day be a Sunday or public holiday when such meeting shall be held on the next judicial day and such meeting may be adjourned from day to day by resolution to be entered in the minutes of the Board.
The photo above was taken on June 14, 1886, the day after the Great Fire. City Debentures amounting to $4,500 to be sold for 5 years at 6% interest, secured by special tax on Water Street properties. Decision to purchase “Mr. Ronald’s Fire Engine” finalized. Fire By-Law to be introduced at the next Council meeting. City Clerk authorized to contract with McDonald and Cameron for work on Water Street at a cost of $3,800, to be paid 60 days from the date of the contract. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Margaret Sutherland original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 34-35 [vol 1 page 34] Vancouver June 22nd, 1886 A Special Meeting of the Council was held on Tuesday June 22nd at 3 o'clock P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor presiding Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Coldwell, Dunn, Humphries, Griffith, L.A. Hamilton, E.P. Hamilton and Northcott. Minute of last meeting was read and adopted. [Motion 31] Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Robert Balfour That the tender of McDonald and Cameron for work on Water Street in accordance with the Specifications and plans prepared by the City Engineer be accepted for the Amount of their bid viz. $3595 and that they be allowed $205 in addition to make up for Sidewalk and Plank destroyed in the recent fire, making in all $3,800 provided the Contractors are not paid for the work or any part thereof until the expiration of sixty days from the date of the Contract and that the Mayor and City Clerk be Authorized to enter into a Contract with said Contractors and sureties forthwith. [Motion 32] Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman Northcott, that the Chairman of finance be authorized to Ascertain by Communication or [vol 1 page 35] advertizement from brokers or private individuals information as to the purchase of the City Debentures Amounting to $4500 payable in 5 years at 6% interest on the security of a special rate to be laid on the Real Estate Fronting on Water Street and report at an early date to this Council. [Motion 33] Moved by Alderman Northcott seconded by Alderman Cordiner that Mr. Ronald's Fire Engine be purchased on Condition that he Furnish us with 2000 feet of the Maltese Cross brand of hose with Couplings Complete at a price not exceeding 1.25 per foot and that 4 hose reels, 4 nozzles and two branches be added. Carried. Notice of Motion Alderman Northcott gave notice that he would introduce a Fire By-Law at the next Meeting of the Council. M.A. MacLean, Mayor Thos. F. McGuigan, City Clerk
Council met in the Relief Committee Tent. City Clerk to write to John D. Ronald accepting the terms he offered for the purchase of a Fire Engine in May. City Clerk also to write to manufacturers of fire bells for future City purchase. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Margaret Sutherland original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 36-37 [vol 1 page 36] Vancouver June 28th 1886 The Council met in the Relief Committee Tent on Monday evening June 28th 1886 at 7.30 o'clock P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor, Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Caldwell, Griffith, Hemlow, Humphries, E.P. Hamilton and L.A. Hamilton. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Telegrams were read from John W. Ronald Brussels, Ont. respecting the purchase of a Fire Engine. Motion No [34] Moved by Alderman Balfour, seconded by Alderman Hemlow that the City Clerk be instructed to write to John D. Ronald accepting the terms he offered for the purchase of a Fire Engine in his letter of May last. Carried. Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman Humphries that the Acting Treasurer furnish a Statement for discussion to the next meeting of Council showing the Amount received by him from Licenses, Police Court fines and any other sources up to the 30th June 1886. Carried. A Fire By-Law was introduced and read for the first time. Motion No [35] Moved by Aldermen Humphries seconded by Alderman Hemlow that the City Clerk instructed to communicate with the manufacturers of Fire bells in reference to the purchase of one for the [vol 1 page 37 ] City of Vancouver. Carried. Motion No [36] Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Hemlow that the Committees appointed some time ago to interview land owners regarding a site for City offices be requested to report at next meeting of Council. Carried. The Board of Works was requested to meet on Wednesday at 3 o'clock P.M. and the Committee on Fire, Water & Light on Thursday evening at 7.30 P.M. The Council then adjourned to meet again on Monday July 5th 1886 at 7.30 P.M. J.R. Northcott, Chairman Thos. F. McGuigan, City Clerk
The photo above shows Water Street about four weeks after the Fire. This development of Water Street had been planned before the Fire, and amended to include about $200 to replace the sidewalk lost during the Fire. At the June 30, 1886 meeting, Council adopts a report from City Engineer regarding the rates on Water Street to finance this development. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Margaret Sutherland original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 page 38 only [vol 1 page 38] Vancouver June 30th 1886 A Special Meeting of the Council was held on Monday June 30th 1886 at 3 o'clock P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor, Aldermen Balfour, Dunn, Griffith, Hemlow, L.A. and E.P. Hamilton. Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman Balfour that the Report of the City Engineer giving the Special rate to be struck on Water Street be adopted. Carried. The Council then adjourned.
Plans for a 2 storey Fire Hall to be drafted at once, and budget of $100 set for purchase of a Fire Bell. A roadway at the foot of Carrall Street is being constructed for the Steam Fire Engine. Special Police salaries of $282 authorized for payment. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Margaret Sutherland original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 50-54 Vancouver July 26th 1886 The Council met on Monday July 26th 1886 at 7.30. P.M. with a full attendance. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following Applications for the position of Treasurer were read Jas Hemk, Jas Alexander, John J. Irwin, Geo. R. Robson, C.C. Ralston, Geo. M. Smith, and John Penberthy. Moved by Alderman Dunn Seconded by Alderman Northcott that the appointment of Treasurer be laid over till next meeting of the Council. Carried. The following applications were received for Engineer – William H. McDonald, E.G. Wiswell, Alex W. Campbell, E.T Morris, G.B. Clare, W.J. Taggart, W.P. Daykin and C.H. Rivercomb. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Northcott that these applications be referred to the Fire, Water and Light Committee to be brought before the next meeting of Council with recommendation as to the salary that should be attached to this office. Carried. The following accounts were sent in John Foley 8.00 for clearing lots referred to Board of Works E.G. Prior 8.00 pails supplied to corporation F.W. & L Com W.B. McDongall advertisement referred to Finance J.M Stewart – Chief of Police sent in Communication regarding keep of City prisoners. Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman Balfour that this Communication be laid on the table till next meeting of the Council. Carried. Henry F. Edwards sent in a petition regarding the removal of trees from street near his property which was referred to the Board of Works. Acknowledgements of letters sent by the City Clerk to the Provincial Secretary and Commissioner of Lands and Works were read. Reports. The Following is the Report of the Finance Committee: That this Committee recommend to the Council the purchase of J. and J. Taylor’s safe No. 30 at $495. We have examined the following accounts and would recommend them to be paid. S.T. Tilly $79.00 J. Miller $83.75 and F.W. Hart $62.80. We have received accounts from Mr. J. Miller and F.W. Hart for $15 and $5 respectively for money advanced on City Charter which we have laid over until all similar accounts are in and we recommend that the City Clerk be instructed to Call for all similar accounts and have them ready for consideration at next meeting of Council. Thos. Dunn Chairman On Motion of Alderman L.A. Hamilton, the Council went into committee of the whole with Alderman Dunn as chair on report of Finance Committee. The Accounts of S.T. Tilly, J. Miller and F.W. Hart were considered and passed. Moved by Alderman Northcott seconded by Alderman Gardener that this Council
Police Investigation committee presents their report. David Oppenheimer offers a choice of two city lots on Powell Street as a donation for future City Buildings. Board of Works may spend twenty five dollars to clear all flammable materials from Cambie Street from the Bay to Cordova Street, providing the property owners pay the rest of the cost. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Margaret Sutherland original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 55-59 Vancouver July 28th ‘86 The Council met on Wednesday July 28th 1886 at 7.30, P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor presiding Aldermen Balfour, Coldwell, Gardiner, Griffith, Hinlow, Humphries, E.P Hamilton and Northcott. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following Communication was received from Mr. Oppenheimer. Vancouver July 28th 1886 To The Mayor & Council Of the City of Vancouver BC. Gentlemen: Understanding that you are about to select a site for City Buildings I have the honour on behalf of myself and friends to offer either of the following sites on Powell Street in the 85 acre tract Block 3, Lot 12 and 3 lots adjoining do 6 do 39 and 3 lots adjoining. Should you select either site for the purpose named I shall have much pleasure in handing you a conveyance of the four lots selected as a gift to the City. I have the honour to be Sirs Your obedient Servant sgd D. Oppenheimer Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that this Council accepts the offer of Mr. David Oppenheimer regarding the site for the erection of Council Chambers. Carried unanimously. Moved by Alderman Northcott seconded by Alderman Gardiner that this Council tender to Mr. Oppenheimer and his friends their sincere thanks for their most generous gift. Carried. Moved by Alderman Hemlow seconded by Alderman Balfour that His Worship the Mayor, Aldermen Hemlow, Coldwell, Gardiner, Balfour and Northcott be appointed a Committee to select one of the two sites offered by Mr. D. Oppenheimer. Carried. Mr. D. Oppenheimer sent in another communication asking the privilege of erecting a wharf at the foot of Carrall Street agreeing to pay a certain rental per month and giving the City use of wharf for fire engine with privilege of purchasing said wharf at the end of two years. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Northcott that this Council grant Mr. Oppenheimer’s request re wharf on Carrall Street provided Mr. Oppenheimer releases the City of all Claims for work done on roadway for fire engine on said street and that the City have the right to purchase wharf at a fair calculation within two years from date. Carried. Two other petitions were sent in asking for the privilege of building wharfs one from J. M. Ayers for a dock to be constructed outside the Railroad tract at the North end of Abbott Street and the other from J.H. Humphries for the Construction of a wharf at the foot of Cambie Street.
A Special Meeting was held to authorize payment of $350.70 freight charges on the new Fire Engine from Brussels (Ontario) to Vancouver. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Margaret Sutherland original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 page 60 only Vancouver Aug 2nd 1886 A Special Meeting of the Council was held on Monday August 2nd 1886 at 3 o’clock, p.m. Present His Worship the Mayor, Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Dunn, Griffith, E.P. Hamilton and Northcott. account of three hundred and fifty dollars and seventy cents ($350.70) as freight charges on the new Fire Engine from Brussels to Vancouver was read. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that the Mayor and City Clerk be instructed to issue an order on the Acting Treasurer for the sum of three hundred and fifty dollars and seventy cents $350.70 to pay freight on Fire Engine. Carried The Council then adjourned
Four building lots accepted as a gift from Mr. David Oppenheimer as the site for City Hall and Civic offices. C. M. Morris decided on as City Engineer. Salary fixed at $60 per month plus room in the Fire Hall. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Margaret Sutherland original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 61-64 Vancouver Aug 2nd 1886 The Council met on Monday August 2nd 1886 at 7.30 P.M. All the members being present but Alderman Hemlow. The Minutes of last meeting were adopted. A Communication was read from G.F. Baldwin Assessment Commissioner notifying the Council that he had completed the assessment. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that the Communication of G.F. Baldwin be referred to the Finance Committee for Consideration. Carried. Communication of Corbould and McCall read and referred to Finance Committee. A tender was received from Gideon Robertson for a safe for the City and a communication from Chas. G. Johnson informing the Council that he had ordered safe No 3 through Mr. Waite of Victoria. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman L.A. Hamilton that the Communication of G. Robertson and C.G. Johnson be referred to the Finance Committee. Carried. A communication was read from P. Emalins Irving Deputy Atty General regarding the Keep of City prisoners which was referred to Police Commissioners. An Application for Treasurer was read from Robert J. Woods. Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman L.A. Hamilton that all applications for City Treasurer be referred to the Finance Committee to Report to next meeting of the Council. Carried. Reports The following is the report of the F. W. L. Committee. The Fire Water and Light Committee met on Monday afternoon at 3 o’clock p.m. and submit the following report. We have received the account of E.G. Prior for ten dollars for pails and shovels furnished by him to this Corporation which we recommend to be paid. In the matter of the salary for Engineer which the Council left for our consideration we would judge that $60 a month with room in Fire Hall would be sufficient. We have read over the applications for Engineer and would recommend the appointment of E.G. Morris to the position being in our opinion from our knowledge of the man most capable to fill the position. sgd J.K. Northcott Chairman The Council went into Committee of the Whole on Report of F. W. L. Committee with Alderman Balfour in the Chair. After considering the report Clause by Clause the Committee rose to report. Moved by Alderman Humphries seconded by Alderman Gardiner that the report of the F. W. L. Committee be adopted as a whole. Carried. Report of Special Committee appointed by Council to decide on lots for Council Chambers from the two sites offered by Mr. Oppenheimer and friend. This Committee met at 11 o’clock. Present His Worship the Mayor, Ald. Balfour, Caldwell, Cordiner, Northcott & Hemlow. His Worship the Mayor
City formally presented with Fire Engine. Council voted thanks to Mr. John D. Ronald of Brussels, Ontario, supplier of the fire engine, for his courteous and generous assistance to the City after the fire. also to pay $6,905 for the fire engine over a ten year period at 7% interest through a series of city debentures. This transcript was made in 2012 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 68-69 Vancouver Aug 6th 1886 A special meeting of the Council was held on Friday August 6 at 10.30 A.M. Present His Worship the Mayor presiding. Aldermen Balfour, Gardiner, Dunn, Griffith, E.P. Hamilton, Humphries and Northcott. The Meeting was called for the purpose of passing over the New Fire Engine to the City. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Northcott That this Council do accept the Fire Engine, Hose etc from John D. Ronald as Complete and according to agreement. And that this Council do agree to hand over to Messrs.’ McIntosh and McTaggart Brussels Our City Debentures for the sum of sixty nine hundred and five dollars payable in ten years and bearing interest at seven per cent, as soon as same are issued and we agree to issue the paid debentures as soon as this can be legally done. And that the City Clerk be instructed to give Mr. Ronald a Certified Copy of this resolution and that the City seal be attached thereto. Carried. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that Thos Dunn Esq. be and he is hereby instructed to order at once for this City a Fire Bell. Cost not to exceed one hundred dollars. Carried. Moved by Alderman Northcott seconded by Alderman Griffith, that Mr. John D. Ronald be tendered a vote of thanks for his Courteous manner towards us and his generosity towards the Citizens in assisting in their necessities after the fire and for his untiring efforts in filling our fire organization thoroughly established here. Carried. The Council then adjourned. M.A. MacLean Mayor
As False Creek’s navigable waters are essential to businesses on the shore, no one shall be permitted to build a bridge unless there is a draw large enough to admit all vessels.Bank of British Columbia agreed to lend the city $10,000. Chairmen of City Committees to review their expenses and work together to form a joint budget. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 80-84 Vancouver August 23rd 1886 The Council met on Monday August 23rd 1886 at 7.30 p.m. All members being present except Alderman Hemlow. The Minutes of last Meeting were read and adopted. The following Communications were read. From John Haggerty proposing to gravel the streets at $2.00 per cubic yard referred to the Board of Works. T.B. Mangan praying for permission to erect slaughter house on his property within the city, referred to Health Committee. John Dougal praying for permission to build his house eight inches on Abbott Street. Moved by Alderman E.P. Hamilton seconded by Alderman Balfour that John Dougall be allowed the full width of his lot on the South East Corner of Abbott and Cordova Streets by encroaching eight inches on Abbott Street and that a certified copy of this resolution signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the City seal attached be given to Mr. Dougall. Carried. From McDonald and Cameron asking two hundred and twenty three dollars and seventy three cents for extra work done on Water Street, referred to the Board of Works. From Chas. A. Coldwell praying for permission to dig a drain along his lot on Abbott Street to tap the City drain on Water Street, referred to the Board of Works. From Geo. F. Baldwin City Treasurer offering Mr. William Martin as his Bondsman, referred to Finance Committee. Alderman L.A. Hamilton sent in a schedule showing the proportions in which the Assessment to defray the cost of the improvements on Water Street is to be made on the various portions of the real estate benefited thereby. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that the Schedule prepared by Alderman L.A. Hamilton re assessment of Lots on Water Street receive the sanction of this Council. Carried. Petition from Alex. C. Perry drawing the attention of the Council to a pool of stagnant water near his premises on Carrall Street and praying the Council to Cause the removal of the same, referred to the Board of Works. Accounts. The following accounts were read. G.T. Baldwin $15.00 Finance Committee W.H. Ellis 15.00 Finance Committee W.H. Phillips 25.00 Finance Committee Vancouver Herald 52.80 Finance Committee Leonard West 1.25 F. W. L. Committee James Watties 1.25 F. W. L. Committee Robt. Cumming 1.25 F. W. L. Committee Callaway 3.00 F. W. L. Committee Forbes & Luiton 12.75 Police Commissioners Report of the Board of Works. The Board of Works met in Committee on August 20th and beg to submit the following Report. On
City will build Fire Hall & Lockup ($743) and a City Hall ($1,280). Council will meet in the office of David Oppenheimer on Powell Street until City Hall is complete. Proposal to build a slaughterhouse on the south side of False Creek refused on grounds of public health. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 85-91 Vancouver Aug 30th 1886 A regular meeting of the Council was held on Monday Aug 30th 1886 at 7.30, p.m. Present his Worship the Mayor presiding, Aldermen Balfour, Gardiner, Griffith, Humphries, L.A. and E.P. Hamilton and Northcott. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Two petitions were read one from D. Oppenheimer and the other from John Dalgleish and others praying for the Council to prevent the erection of a Slaughter House on the stream near their property on the South side of False Creek. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Northcott that the petition of Timothy B. Mangan for the erection of a slaughter house on the South Side of False Creek be not granted as the majority of the residents in the vicinity have petitioned against the granting of the same on the ground that it would be injurious to the public health. Carried. The following accounts were read MacDonald & Cameron $20.00 F.W.L. S.T. Tilley 51.95 Finance Forbes and Linton 3.00 F.W.L. Joseph West 1.00 P. Comm. Thos. Dunn & co $122.50 F.W.L. Fred Kingdon 5.00 Police Comm. Dr. Beckinsale 5.00 Health Com. Dr. Mcguigan 27.50 Health Com. The following reports were read. Report of the Board of Works. The Board of Works met on Saturday Aug 28th and Monday Aug 30th and submit the following report: We have granted Chas. A. Coldwell petition re drain on Abbott Street to be dug under the supervision of the City Engineer or his deputy. With regard to the pool of stagnant water in front of A.C. Perry's store we considered it advisable to have the same removed by digging a drain therefrom to the shore of Burrard Inlet, such work to be done by the City prisoners under the supervision of Alderman E.P. Hamilton. With a view of testing the quality of the gravel and how it would work on the streets, the Board recommend that Mr. Haggerty be given a Contract to Connect the two portions of planked road of Water Street at 2.00 per yard the Contractor to be paid for the same as soon as taxes are collected. Regarding the Claim for extras put in by Messrs. McDonald and Cameron no action can be taken as it forms part of the Water Street improvements for payment of which Debentures are to be issued and after the work has been completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. We have completed the approaches to the several tanks in as perfect a manner as the funds now in the treasury would warrant.
Citizens protest against a new bylaw forbidding verandahs, sidewalks, etc. on City property. Vancouver will contact both the Coquitlam and Vancouver water works companies to see which would be better to supply Vancouver water. If neither is satisfactory, the City may incorporate its own Water Works. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 92-99 Vancouver Sept 6th 1886 The Council met in D. Oppenheimer's office on Powell Street on Monday September 6th at 7.30 P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor presiding. Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Coldwell, Griffith, Humphries, L.A. Hamilton, E.P. Hamilton and Northcott. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. A petition was read from Gilmore and Clark and others praying the Council to strike out the Clause in By-law regulating streets and sidewalks, preventing the erection of verandahs (sic) on the streets of the City. No action taken. A petition from the Moodyville Saw Mill Company asking permission to erect a building at the foot of Cambie Street for storing lumber. Referred to the Board of Works. The following accounts were read E. Langhorn, Work on Tanks $9.00 B of W. Brunette Saw Mill Corp. Lumber 5.40 B of W. Ayer & son Moving tanks etc 36.00 B of W & F.W.L. J.W. Palmer Coal etc 10.00 F.W.L. Berry & Rutherford 6.50 F.W.L. J. Swift painting sign 5.00 Finance R.W. Armstrong 6.20 Finance Telegraph & Signal service 2.00 Finance A. Burns bring prisoners to N.W.M 3.00 P. Com. Reports Report of Police Commissioners The Board of Police Commissioners met on Friday Sept 3rd 1886 at 2 p.m. and submit the following report. We have examined the following accounts referred to this Board by the Council and find them Correct. Fred Kingston, Painting logs 5.00 J.G. West, hay for beds 1.00 Forbes & Linton, Making shackles 12.75 Total 18.75 And we ask the Council to place that amount to our credit to satisfy the above claims. M.A. MacLean Chairman Report adopted on motion of Alderman L.A. Hamilton. The Board of Health met on Friday Afternoon Sept 3rd at 3 o'clock and submit the following report. The following account were presented and being satisfied as to their correctness we recommend them to be paid. Dr. McGuigan To attendance on Thos. Fennel $5.00 To attendance on Wm. Stott 5.00 To attendance on Thos. Simmons 5.00 To attendance on Bertie Stratford 2.50 Inquest on A.G. Underwood 10.00 Dr. Beckinsale To giving evidence on Inquest $5.00 We have instructed the Health Inspector to examine into the sanitary condition of the City and report to a subsequent meeting of this Committee. E.P. Hamilton Chairman The Council went into Committee of the whole on Health Report on Motion of Alderman L.A. Hamilton with Ald. E.P. Hamilton in the Chair. After examining the several accounts and finding them correct the Committee rose to report and adopted the Report of the Board. The Fire Water and Light
Messrs. McDonald and Cameron given the contract to develop Hastings Street from Howe to Westminster Avenue sections of Hastings Street. Hugh Keefer given a contract for gravelling that portion of Water Street west of Cambie Street to connect with the C.P.R. planking. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 111-116 Vancouver Sept 20 1886 The Council met on Monday September 20th 1886 at 7.30. Present Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Coldwell, Dunn, Griffith, Humphries, E.P. Hamilton and Northcott. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. The following accounts were read. Jas. Campbell, Prescription .75c B. of H. McDowell, H, Sponges etc. 4.25 B. of H. Northcott & Co, provisions 17.20 B. of H. Grant and Arnell 1.40 B. of H. Jacob Sehl 42.50 B. of H. Abrams Aird & Co 8.75 B. of H. H. McDowell & Co 4.65 B. of H. Victoria Times, Advertising 19.00 Finance John P. Lawson 16.00 Finance British Columbian 8.50 Finance D. McPherson, Barrels 6.00 F. W. L. D. Fulton, hauling etc. 6.00 F. W. L. A. Connor, hauling Fire Engine 1.00 F. W. L. A. Connor, Hauling Lumber 2.00 B. of W. E. Leacome, Work on Street 3.00 B. of W. Thos. Fenam, Relief 15.00 B. of H. Reports The Fire Water and Light Committee met on Monday Sept 20th 1886 at 7 p.m. and submit the following report. We have received applications for the position of Fire Engineer and after considering them have appointed Mr. Cameron to the Position at $60.00 a month and we ask the Council to confirm the appointment. sgd J.R. Northcott Chairman Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman Coldwell that the report of the F. W. L. be adopted. Carried. The Finance Committee met on Wednesday September 15th 1886 at 2 p.m. The following accounts referred to this Committee were examined and found correct and we recommend their payment. Alexander C. Perry, Stationery $5.80 John Swift, painting Sign 5.00 Montreal Herald, advertising 9.80 S.T. Tilley, Stationery 61.85 B.C.P. & P. Company 3.50 R.W. Armstrong, Registering 6.20 Daily News Advertising 48.50 Telegraph & Signal Service 2.00 We recommend to the Council the purchase of two hundred copies of the Vancouver Weekly Herald for general distribution. sgd Thos. Dunn Chairman Report adopted on Motion of Ald. Northcott seconded by Ald. E.P. Hamilton. The Board of Works met on Saturday September 18th, Monday Sept 20th 1886. The Account of Messrs. McDonald and Cameron for $20.00 for grubbing and levelling ground around tank on Oppenheimer Street was examined by us and being found correct we recommend it to be paid. In answer to the call for tenders for the improvement of Hastings Street from Howe to Westminster Avenue and Powell Street from Carrall to Jackson Avenue, we have received the following. Hastings Street East of Carrall McDonald & Cameron Grubbing per acre 85.00 Grading per yd .37 1/2 Planking per m ft 15.00
Property owners on Cordova Street not allowed to have the sidewalk built 18 inches above the road, but they may build steps connecting the sidewalk up to their buildings. Board of Works to make sure that the wharf at the foot of Cambie Street is strong enough to hold the Fire Engine at low tide. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 117-121 Vancouver Sept 27th 1886 The Council met on Monday September 27th 1886 at 7.30 P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor, Aldermen Balfour, Coldwell, Dunn, Griffith, Humphries and E.P. Hamilton. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. A petition was sent in by the property owners on Cordova Street praying the Council to allow them to have their sidewalks 18 inches above the planking in the Centre of the Street. by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that the petition of the property owners on Cordova Street be not entertained but that they be allowed to build steps up to their buildings under the Supervision of the City Engineer. Carried. A petition from the property owners on Alexander Street praying the Council to extend the sidewalks under construction to Dunlevy Avenue, referred to the Board of Works. A Communication was read from the Provincial Superintendent of Police demanding payment for Shackels (sic), handcuffs etc now in possession of the City. Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman Humphries that the matter be laid over until the Chief of Police has communicated with Mr. Bayeraft. Carried. The Following accounts were read. Dr. McGuigan To attendance on F. Hughes $5.00 B. of H. To two visits to Mrs. Huspet 5.00 B. of H. To 14 visits to Jas Campbell 35.00 B. of H. John Patterson, To cutting trees on 200 A @ 3.00 21.00 B. of W. Vancouver Daily News, Printing 5.25 Finance Gilmore & Clark, Police outfit 235.00 P. Com. John G. Brunte, To digging grave 5.00 B. of H. Vair & Miller, to Lamps etc 13.90 F. W. L. Geo. E. Griffith, attending Campbell 10.00 B. of H. F. W. Hart, Furniture 11.45 Finance Report The Board of Works met on Monday September 27th 1886 at 3.30 P.M. The account of E. Leacome for $3.00 for work done on Alexander Street was recommended to be paid. The following petitions certified to by the City Clerk as containing the proper number of signatures were laid before the Board for consideration. (1) The Improvements of Powell Street from Carrall Street to Campbell Avenue. (2) Westminster Avenue from Alexander Street to False Creek Bridge. (3) Oppenheimer Street from Carrall Street to Jackson Avenue. And we recommend these petitions to the favorable (sic) consideration of Council with the following amendments. That sidewalks be constructed on Powell Street on one side only from Jackson Avenue to Campbell Avenue. That Sidewalks on Oppenheimer Street be 8 feet wide from Carroll Street to
Council requests Post Master General move the post office "before the rainy season sets in" to some point between Abbott and Carroll Streets. The picture shows the small clapboard post office on Hastings Street. Board of Works was authorized to build a Kitchen and Water Closet in rear of City Hall and a gaol yard. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 122-131 Vancouver Oct 5th 1886 The Council met on Tuesday Oct 5th 1886 at 7.30.p.m. Present Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Dunn, Humphries, E.P. Hamilton, L.A. Hamilton and Northcott. Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton, that Alderman L.A. Hamilton be appointed Chairman in the absence of the Mayor. Carried. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. A Communication was read from Thos. C. Sorby complaining of the annoyance caused by Steam whistle. Moved by Alderman Northcott seconded by Alderman Cordiner that the Communication of Thos. C. Sorby be allowed to lie on the table. Carried. Communication from W.S. Gore Surveyor-General, re boundaries of Carrall Street, referred to the Board of Works on Motion of Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Dunn. The City Engineer sent in his estimate of the cost per foot for the improvements on Carroll Street and Cordova Street. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that the report of the City Engineer showing the division of the cost of the Local improvements on Cordova Street be approved of by this Council. Carried. Moved by Alderman Northcott seconded by Alderman Humphries, that the Report of the City Engineer showing the division of the cost of the Local improvements on Carrall Street be approved of by this Council. Carried. Petitions A petition was read from the property owners on Cambie Street between Hastings Street and Water Street praying for the improvement of said street. Petition referred to the Board of Works on motion of Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Northcott. A petition was read from certain inhabitants of the City of Vancouver praying for the placing of the Post Office in a more central location. Moved by Alderman Peter Cordiner seconded by Alderman Northcott. Whereas the present location of the Post Office in the City of Vancouver is highly inconvenient for the great majority of the merchants and inhabitants of the said City; and a petition signed by a large number of the most influential Citizens and businessmen of the City has requested this Council by resolution petition the Post Office Department of Canada to alter the site of said Post Office to a more Central position Be it therefore resolved by the Mayor and Council of the City of Vancouver in Council assembled that this Council is of the opinion that the present location of the Post Office in this City is highly inconvenient for the great majority of the merchants and inhabitants thereof and that a more central location of same
David Oppenheimer’s company will continue to develop the wharf at the North End of Carrall Street and will eventually “convey" it to the City of Vancouver. Letter received from Chief Justice Sir Matthew Begbie declining to hold a Court of Appeal on the Voters List. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 139-144 Vancouver October 15th 1886 The Council met on Friday October 15th 1886 at 7.30.P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor (presiding) Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Coldwell, Dunn, Humphries, E.P. Hamilton. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adapted. Communications A Communication was read from Sir Matthew B. Begbie, Chief Justice in answer to a letter from the City Clerk declining to hold a Court of Appeal on the Voters List. Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman Humphries that the City Clerk be instructed to write to Hon. A.N. Richards asking his advise (sic) re Court of Appeal. Carried. Communication from R. D. Pitt asking the use of part of Lot 2 Block 2 Old Granville Townsite for the erection of a building for a Real Estate Office. Laid on the table. A telegram was read from Sir Hector E. Langevin acknowleding (sic) receipt of telegram re Bridge across False Creek and as having transferred telegram to Minister of Railways and Canals for his consideration. Moved by Alderman Dunn Seconded by Alderman Balfour, Whereas it is necessary and expedient that a wharf or wharves should be erected as soon as possible on the shores of Coal Harbor (sic) and Burrard Inlet north of the boundary of the City of Vancouver under the control of the Corporation of said City. And whereas in consequence of the present financial state of said Corporation it is not considered judicious for said Corporation to attempt the construction of any wharf or wharves at as early a period as the public necessity demands same, And whereas David Oppenheimer of said City of Vancouver has applied for permission to build a wharf and an approach to a wharf proposed to be erected by him on the Northern extremity of Carrall Street in said City which permission was granted to him his heirs and assigns by resolution of this Council dated August 28th 1886 and confirmed by By-Law No 15 subject to the conditions in said resolution and by-law contained And whereas said David Oppenheimer has also applied to the Governor-in-Council for permission to build a wharf at the Northern extremity of said wharf and an approach to a wharf and extending easterly therefrom about five hundred feet notice of which application appeared in the Canada Gazette bearing a date September 18th A.D. 1886 And whereas said David Oppenheimer has also applied to the Governor-in-Council for permission to build by Conveyance bearing date October 14th A.D. 1886 has transferred all his right title and interest in the privileges granted or to be granted to him by
Building of City Hall complete; contractor F. W. Sentell to be paid in full. Thos. H. Boyd awarded contract for improvement of Cambie Street. "On account of the large amount of street work contracted for", Civil Engineer D.L. McCammon appointed Streets Inspector at a per diem rate of $1.50 for a minimum of three hours’ work supervising road construction. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 145-151 Vancouver Oct 18th 1886 The Council met on Monday October 18th 1886 at 7.30.PM. Present his Worship, the Mayor presiding, Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Coldwell, Humphries, E.P. Hamilton and L.A. Hamilton. The Minutes of Last Meeting were read and adopted. Communications A Communication was read from W.S. Gore Surveyor General in reference to the Public Cemetery. Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman Balfour That the Communication of W.S. Gore be referred to the Board of Works with power to employ a Surveyor. Carried. Communication from T. Elwyn Deputy Provincial Secretary acknowledging receipt of letter from City Clerk re hospital and stating that at the present time the Government was not in a position to give a grant to the City Hospital. A Communication from Alderman Northcott requesting six weeks leave of absence. Request granted on motion of Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Humphries. A Communication from George Byrnes requesting the Council to instruct the City Engineer to fix the boundaries of his Lot on the corner of Carrall and Water Streets and also praying them to raise the grade of sidewalk near his lot on Carrall Street. Referred to the Board of Works. A Communication was read from Thos. C. Sorby respecting sewerage. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Coldwell that communication of Thos. C Sorby be referred to the Board of Works for their guidance in giving contracts for Sewers. Carried. From Tait & Co asking for part of Fire Hall Lot referred to F. W. L. Communication from John Haggerty asking permission to use part of plank way on Cordova Street for building purposes, referred to the Board of Works with power to Act. Accounts J. Butterfield, 1 Cord of wood $3.50 B. of Health Reports The Finance Committee met on Wednesday October 13th 1886 at 2.p.m. The account of the Vancouver Herald for $23.50 for advertising etc referred to this Board being found correct we recommend its payment. sgd L.A, Hamilton for Chairman Report adopted on motion of Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Coldwell. The Board of Works met on Thursday October 18, 1886. The account of George W. Gibson for $31.73 which was referred by Council to this Board, after examination we recommend to be paid. In the matter of the assessment of B. Springer's Lots for the improvement of Cordova Street we feel that the Board of Works cannot deal in this matter and would recommend its reconsideration by Council. Alderman E.P. Hamilton having certified that the
Tait & Co allowed to rent space behind Fire Hall for Carriage House at a cost of $12.50 per month. Fire Engineer allowed $100 to build a small dwelling behind Fire Hall. Fire Hall allowed to be rented to Lodges and other “suitable” groups. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 152-157 Vancouver Nov 1st 1886 The Council met on Monday November 1st 1886 at 7.30.P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor (presiding) Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Dunn, Humphries, E.P. Hamilton and L.A. Hamilton. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications Communications was read from A.J. Bradley Secretary of the Minister of Railways acknowledging the receipt of letter from City Clerk re False Creek. Filed. From W.D. Le Seur Assistant Secretary of the Post Office Department acknowledging receipt of petition and resolution of Council. Filed. From Davie and Pooley claiming $5000 damages for injuries received by Thos. Fennell in falling over wharf on Water Street. Moved by Alderman L.A. Hamilton seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that Mr. J.J. Blake be authorized to act for the City re communication of Messrs. Davie and Pooley and report to Council the proper action to pursue. Carried. From R.G. Tatlow re drain on Westminster Avenue referred to the Board of Works. From H.R. Ceperley offering to insure City Hall at 2 per centum referred to Finance Committee. Accounts Moody Saw Mill Corp, Lumber 119.06 B. of W. Moody Saw Mill Corp, Lumber 14.82 B. of W. Moody Saw Mill Corp, Lumber 10.20 B. of W. Moody Saw Mill Corp, Lumber 10.12 B. of W. Allen McLean, building flume 41.00 B. of W. Vancouver Herald, printing 61.50 Finance F.W. Mitchell, hauling one load 1.00 P. Com. Judge Gray, Revision of V. List /35 Finance George F. Baldwin, revision of V. List 20.00 Finance Thos. F. McGuigan, Revision of V. List 20.00 Finance J.B. Thornton, foods for Hospital 8.45 B. of H. G.B. Wright, Wood for Hospital 3.00 B. of H. J.M. Levre, Tables for Hospital 1.20 B. of H. Abrams & Co, foods for Hospital 119.03 B. of H. Owen Hughes, Washing for Hospital 2.00 B. of H. Grant and Arkell, Blankets for Hospital 5.00 B. of H. G.H. Wright, Bread for Hospital 3.96 B. of H. McLennan & McFeely, Stove etc. 19.00 P. Com. Jacob Sehl, furniture for hospital 20.00 B. of H. Tair & Muller, Saucepans etc. 6.75 B. of H. Tair & Muller, Tea Kettle etc. 2.85 B. of H. Tair & Muller, Dishes etc. 1.25 B. of H. Templeton & Northcott, flour etc 32.40 B. of H. Templeton & Northcott, Coal oil 8.75 P. Com. Templeton & Northcott, grease etc 11.35 F.W.L. Geo. Barnes, teaming 1.25 B. of Works W.B. McDougall, printing 3.50 Finance A.C. Perry, Stationery 18.35 Finance D.A. Reosor, Clock 4.50 F.W.L. S.T. Tilley, Stationery 30.85 Finance S.T. Tilley, Stationery 3.55 Finance Geo. W. Gibson, laying sidewalk 24.00 B.
The Finance Committee reported purchase of “12 Arm Chairs, one Long Table for Council Chambers, one hanging lamp, 4 green holland blinds, 1 ton of Coal, Coal scuttle and shovel, 2 nests of pigeon holes for the City Clerk and Treasurer's offices.” (The long table is still on display at the Hastings Mill Museum.) This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 158-165 Vancouver Nov 8th 1886 The Council met on Monday Nov 8th 1886 in the New City Hall on Powell Street at 7.30, P.M. Present His Worship the Mayor (presiding) Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Griffith, Humphries, Hamilton E.P. and L.A. Hamilton. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications. From Bank of British Columbia respecting loan of $4000, referred to Finance Committee. W.S. Gore re granting of 18 inches of Lot 2, Block 2 to George Byrnes. Moved by Alderman Humphries seconded by Alderman Griffith That having heard the telegram of the Surveyor General read, re Lot 2 Block 2, that a communication be sent to the Government expressing surprise at their action, reminding them of the promises made to the Committee appointed by this Council to grant Lot 2 Block 2 to the Corporation for the purposes of erecting a fire hall thereon, the Committee undertaking at the time to secure other ground to the Government in lieu thereof, Informing them that on the strength of this Solemn Assurance this Corporation have constructed permanent buildings thereon, the plans for which require the full width of the Lot, And requesting them not to grant any portion of the lot in question to Mr. Byrnes. Carried. From W. Norman Bole claiming $23.00 for J. Patterson for cutting trees on Street on 200 A. referred to Board of Works. From H. Abbott acknowledging receipt of letter from City Clerk re exemption from taxation of the Shops etc. of the C.P.R. Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton that communication of H. Abbott be referred to the Finance Committee with power to act in the matter in detail. Carried. Accounts. J. Abrams, Work on Fire Hall $21.00 B. of Works J.D. Preston, Work on City Hall 17.50 B. of Works Hayden & Co, Goods 4.95 Finance Palmer Bros., 40 Sacs Sawdust 2.00 B. of Works John A. Mateer, Work on F. Hall 45.00 B. of Works Forbes & Linton, Black Smithing 30.33 B. of Works R. Mathison, Legal Forms 20.00 Finance W. Ashford, Milk for Hospital 31.90 B. of Health Jacob Sehl, Furniture 119.00 Finance H. McDowell & Co 10.50 B. of Health John Hill, Lumber teaming 14.25 B. of Works Reports The Fire Water and Light Committee met on Saturday Nov 6, 1886 at 8.P.M. with a full attendance of Members. Acting under the instructions of Council we have purchased furniture for the Fire Hall. We have taken into consideration the advisability of erecting Street Lamps and would recommend
At the request of the Rev. Father Fay of Holy Rosary Cathedral, thirty dollars granted toward building a sidewalk along Richards Street from Hastings to Dunsmuir. The parish to supply blocking, nails and labour. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 179-185 Vancouver Nov 29th 1886 The Council met on Monday Nov 29th 1886 at 7.30.p.m. Present mayor MacLean (presiding) Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Coldwell, Dunn, Griffith, Humphries, E.P. Hamilton and L.A. Hamilton. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Owen Hughes asking for an increase of salary and accommodation for himself and his helpmate. Laid over. From Geo. Dyer Hurdon asking for the position of assistant in the Hospital Filed. From Geo. F. Baldwin asking that all plans recorded in the Registry office be kept on file in the City Offices. Referred to the Finance and Assessment Committee. From the property owners on the South side of False Creek praying the Council to lay a two foot side walk from the False Creek Bridge Southward along Westminster Avenue. Referred to the Board of Works with power to act on motion of Alderman Humphries seconded by Alderman Griffith. From John Cluff (sic) praying the Council to grant him compensation for services rendered in connection with the jail and Civic offices. Referred to the Board of Police Commissioners and Finance Committee. Reports Board of Works A full meeting of the Board of Works was held on Saturday November 27th 1886 at 2 o'clock, p.m. The following accounts were considered and recommended to be paid. WB Steek 4.00 to be paid out of ordinary expenditure Edwin Ridd 13.50 to be paid out of ordinary expenditure Wm. Chadwick 3.50 to be paid out of ordinary expenditure G.W. Gibson 3.00 to be paid out of ordinary expenditure A.J. Marks 15.50 to be paid out of Fund for City Hall W.T. Whiteway 15.00 to be paid out of Fund for Fire & City Hall Forbes and Linton 30.33 to be paid out of Fund for Fire & City Hall Brunette Saw Mill Corp 9.50 to be paid out of Fund for Fire & City Hall John A. Mateer 39.00 to be paid out of Fund for Fire & City Hall J. Abrams 18.00 to be paid out of Fund for Fire & City Hall We have considered the plan of the Cemetery submitted by the City Engineer and have instructed him to prepare Field Notes to be sent with the plan of Cemetery to W.S. Gore Surveyor General. Regarding the petition of the Rev. Father Fay we would recommend that thirty dollars be granted for the construction of a Sidewalk from Hastings Street to Dunsmuir Street along Richards Street, such sum being sufficient to purchase plank, the petitioners agreeing to supply blocking nails and labor (sic) for laying of same. The City Clerk having certified that a sufficient number of owners on Abbott
John Clough (Vancouver’s infamous one-armed jailer) to be paid $20 for past services, and a salary of $5 per month in future. City Engineer granted $200 bonus in compensation for much extra work "thrown on his shoulders" during the year. A great many accounts reviewed and approved for payment before year end. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 186-191 Vancouver December 20th 1886 A Regular Meeting of Council was held on Monday December 20th 1886 at 7.30.P.M. Present His Worship Mayor MacLean presiding, Aldermen Balfour, Dunn, Griffith, Humphries, E.P. Hamilton, L.A. Hamilton and Northcott. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From R.R. Giltner asking the privilege of erecting poles for electric light purposes on the Streets and alleys of the City of Vancouver. Request granted on motion of Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Northcott. From Robert Couth and others calling the attention of Council to the condition of the road on the South Side of False Creek Bridge. Referred to the Board of Works with power to act on motion of Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman E.P. Hamilton. From John P. Lawson, City Engineer calling attention to the condition of the water ways at the foot of Cambie Street. Referred to the Board of Works. From Thos. C. Sorby asking permission to lift the planking on Cordova Street for the purpose of digging a drain under said street. Filed. From A.J. Alpert conveying the congratulation of the City Council of New Westminster to the Mayor and Council elect of this City. From J.L. Quackenbush calling attention of the Council to the adulteration of milk sold in the City and praying for the passage of a by-law to prevent such adulteration. Laid on the table. From W. Norman Bole re the cutting of trees by Mr. Patterson on 200 A. Laid on the table. From John D. Ronald informing the Council that he had completed the Silver Plate for the Fire Engine etc. From Jas. Cooper Keith acknowledging receipt of General Debentures and Fire Engine Debentures. From Jas. B. Kennedy Secretary of the Meeting of the property owners on Westminster Avenue, held to consider the best plans for the improvement of said Avenue giving the Minutes of said Meeting. Referred to the Board of Works with power to act fully in the matter. Accounts. J.B. Thornton, 3 Brooms $1.95 Health Committee J.P. Lawson, Surveying Cemetery 10.00 B. of Works Daily News, printing 27.20 Finance R. City Planning Mills Corp 110.95 B. of Works Moodyville Saw Mill Corp 94.20 B. of Works Jacob Sehl, Furniture 52.30 Finance J. McEwen, teaming 2.50 F.W.L. Monetary Times, Ad. 10.50 Finance S.T. Tilley, Stationery 26.40 Finance J. Vair, Store etc. 65.37 F.W.L. J.B. McKin, Extras 33.00 B. of Works Thos. Dunn & Co 1.75 Health Thos. Dunn & Co 4.00 B. of Works Thos. Dunn & Co 56.77 F.W.L. Thos. Dunn &
Many additional accounts reviewed and approved for payment. Two By-Laws passed for the improvement of Powell and Cambie Streets. This transcript was made in 2013 by Transcribimus volunteer Darrin Pezer/Proactive Building Maintenance original handwritten minutes here City of Vancouver Archives Series 23-A Volume 1 pages 186-194 The Council met on Monday December 27th 1886 at 7.30 p.m. Present His Worship Mayor MacLean Presiding, Aldermen Balfour, Cordiner, Cold, Dunn, Griffith, Humphries, E.P. Hamilton, L.A. Hamilton, and Northcott. The Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted. Communications From Thos C. Sorby calling the attention of the Board of Works to the condition of the lane in rear of Cordova Stret. Referred to the Board of Works. From W. S. Gore, Surveyor General enclosing a voucher for one thousand dollars. Moved by Alderman Dunn seconded by Alderman Griffith that voucher sent from W. S. Gore for one thousand dollars be executed and placed to the credit of the City. Carried. Accounts M. M. Pickin, Returning Officer & Clerk $11.00 Finance J. W. Jackson, “ 11.00 “ H. A. Jones, Rent “ 16.00 “ John A. Mateer, Balance Due 6.00 B of Works Duncan McPherson, Barrels 6.00 F. W. L. John McGregor, Coal Oil etc 4.25 “ Thos Dunn & Co, Oil etc. 41.05 “ R. C. Planing Mills, Shingles 10.00 “ “ , Lumber 3.20 “ “ , Lumber 50.00 B. of W. R. City Planing Mills, Lumber 10.00 B. of Works G. H. Wright, Bread 7.48 Health Wm Harkins, Lumber 24.30 B. of Works J. B. Thornton, Coal Oil 4.00 Finance J. B. Thornton, Groceries 7.05 Health Dr. Mc Guigan, Inquest 10.00 “ “ , “ 5.00 “ Dr. Beckinsale, “ 5.00 “ Abrams & Co., Bracket 1.70 F. W. L. John Abrams, Work 6.00 “ A. J. Matheson, Teaming 10.00 Finance & Health B. C. Gazette, Printing 242.50 “ C. J. Johnson, Returning Officer etc. 11.00 Finance H. Mc Dowell, Medicine 52.15 Health H. A. Berry, Teaming 3.50 Finance & Light Owen Hughes, Washing 2.00 Health Vancouver News 3.50 Finance Vancouver Herald 58.50 “ A Rutherford, Teaming 3.50 F. W. L. R. Frank, Groceries 11.15 Health Mr. Templeton, Tub 1.50 “ Jacob Sehl, Furniture 119.00 Finance T. J. James, Carriage 31.00 Police Motion Moved by Alderman Balfour seconded by Alderman Northcott that the account of Jacob Sehl for $119 for furniture for the Mayor’s Office be referred to the Finance Committee. Carried Reports Fire Water and Light The Fire Water and Light Committee met on Monday December 27th 1886 at 7 p.m. and recommended the following accounts be paid J. Vair, Stove etc. 65.37 Templeton, Axle Grease 11.35 J. Mc Ewan, Teaming 1.00 A. D. Mc Kenzie 15.00 Robert Couth 28.00 Thos. Dunn & Co 56.75 Sgd J. R Northcott Chairman Report adopted, L. A. Hamilton, Griffith Report of Board of Health The Board of Health met on Monday December 27th 1886 at 3 p.m. and recommended the following accounts be paid. W. Ashford, Milk 46.30 H. Mc Donald,