Louie Against (suggested several amendments relating to indemnity and insurance which were cleared up by a sweeping single sentence amendment by Deal, very concerned about liability issues and protecting the city’s interests, we don’t have enough protection, Moore’s statements do not work against the law as it is currently written, from a legal standpoint it doesn’t work, making the liability issue that much more of a concern, moral component about what we as a city are promoting, and as it stands right now, complete desensitization of violence to children)
Reimer Against (smaller promoters boxed out, Canadian Criminal code, inherent violence in marketing)
Woodsworth Against (not enough time with staff report released yesterday particularly because federal and provincial legislation is on the way, police costs, concussion risk, gang concerns, too many serious questions unanswered)
Jang For (sport has evolved, not all about violence, positive values can be taught to kids)
Deal For (about time to move forward, report answers all possible questions)
Chow For (balances interests of citizens with practicality, and comfortable with trial basis)
Anton For (looks forward to attending the event, staff report was very informative, an in relation to Louie’s amendments, let the legal department do their jobs – Council should not get involved in setting indemnity and insurance dollar thresholds)
Stevenson (finally arrived) For (was at Metro Vancouver meeting, report is thorough and he has thought about the issue for a while, previously ambivalent but now supportive, safety concerns now have been cleared up for him, don’t impose morals on people – this is about proper regulation)
Meggs For (pros should contribute more cash to amateur sports)
The motion passes 6-3. MMA is back in Vancouver for at least two years.
