City of Surrey 2020-2024 Financial Plan

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

ECONOMIC PROSPERITY & LIVELIHOODS

• Continue to implement energy efficiency projects with further Building Envelope, HVAC and Lighting upgrades. HVAC projects include upgrade SAC HVAC, Guildford Library HVAC, West Main Chiller; • Continue implementation of the BC Energy Step Code with enhanced industry engagement and education through inspection process; • Develop a responsive (mobile) dashboard website and subsequently explore its inclusion in the “MySurrey” app; • Review and enhance tenant improve process to reduce permitting timelines and requirements based on scope of work; ECOSYSTEMS

• Continue to support the Agricultural and Food Security Advisory Committee; • Complete review of the Tree Protection By-law and present changes to council for endorsement to meet the City’s broader ecosystem objectives; and • Work with City’s post secondary institutions to meet growth plans and demand. • Continue to prioritize Surrey School District Building Permit Applications to meet the increased enrolment demands within the City; and • Complete improvements to building and data tracking and projections by improving accuracy and efficiency of the Population & Employment Model; • Enhance online Inspections Services by increasing inspection booking capabilities through the City’s digital portal; and • Engage with Construction industry starting with holding a Small Builders forum to educate builders on Surrey processes and improvements.

EDUCATION & CULTURE

Initiate Action Plan based on recommendation of the Heritage Thematic Framework; Continue to support the Heritage Advisory Commission and Social Planning Advisory Committee; Complete restoration of Heritage Strawberry Hill Hall.

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INFRASTRUCTURE

• Complete replacement or upgrade of roof on facilities city-wide to ensure continuity of service (Guilford Library; Picasso Building); and • In cooperation with Fire Services Department streamline inspection process to ensure timely coordinated Final Inspections on complex building.

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