REGULAR MEETING OF TOWNSHIP COUNCIL AGENDA Monday June 15, 2026 at 1:30pm Fraser River Presentation Theatre 4th Floor, 20338 – 65 Avenue, Langley, BC ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF THE TRADITIONAL TERRITORIES OF THE COAST SALISH PEOPLES A. ADOPTION AND RECEIPT OF AGENDA ITEMS 1. Regular Council Meeting – June 15, 2026 That Council adopt the agenda and receive all agenda items of the Regular Council meeting held June 15, 2026. B. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 1. Regular Council Meeting – May 25, 2026 That Council adopt the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held May 25, 2026. 2. Public Hearing Meeting – May 25, 2026 That Council adopt the minutes of the Public Hearing meeting held May 25, 2026. C. DELEGATIONS June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 2 - D. PRESENTATIONS 1. Central Fraser Valley Search and Rescue Society Presentation by the Central Fraser Valley Search and Rescue Society regarding a summary of the calls for service and overall tangible and intangible value provided to the Township of Langley. Clerk’s Note: Council requested the presentation at the December 1, 2025 Regular Council Meeting. E. REPORTS TO COUNCIL 1. 2025 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements Report 26-72 File FIN 1830-02 That Council receive and accept the 2025 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for inclusion in the Annual Report and Statement of Financial Information. 2. Smith Passive Park Concept Plan Report 26-74 File CP 6125-20 That Council endorse the concept plan, features, and intended use for Smith Passive Park as outlined in this report; That Council refer the park improvements as described in this report to staff to refine and provide project budget envelopes for Council’s consideration in the 2027 - 2031 Capital Budget process. 3. Fraser Highway and 268 Street Intersection Improvements Report 26-61 File ENG 5460-03 That Council direct staff to include $75,000 for the detailed design of a traffic signal at the intersection of Fraser Highway and 268 Street in the 2027 – 2031 Financial Plan for Council’s consideration. 4. 16 Avenue Corridor and Intersection Study Report 26-67 File ENG 5260-26 That Council direct staff to include a capital request of $225,000 in the 2027 – 2031 Financial Plan for the detailed design of the short-term improvements on 16 Avenue, as outlined in this report for Council’s consideration. June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 3 - E. REPORTS TO COUNCIL 5. 2026 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada Grant Application Report 26-62 File ENG 1855-95 That Council authorize an application to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada for $51,000 of funding towards the Township of Langley Fire Department Emergency Equipment project. 6. Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program Application Report 26-71 File ENG 1855-35 That Council authorize an application to the Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program for $340,000 of funding towards the Upper Nicomekl River Floodplain Mapping project. 7. Engineering and Public Works Capital Budget Transfers Report 26-70 File ENG 1705-02 That Council approve the transfer of $3,409,807 in Roads Development Cost Charges and $469,943 in Capital Projects Reserve funds for required TransLink cost sharing and for two bridge rehabilitation projects from the following existing projects: • Road Widening: Fraser Hwy 24300 block to 24600 block (RDS1356) $1,660,144 Roads DCC funds and $19,105 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. • Road Widening: Fraser Hwy 24500 block to 25000 block (RDS1242) $1,595,868 Roads DCC funds and $16,120 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. • Road Construction: 208A Street and 76 Avenue from 208 Street to 210 Street (RDS1393) $153,795 Roads DCC funds and $74,153 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. • Bridge Rehabilitation: 20400 block 16 Avenue (RDS1379) $129,299 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. • Annual Bridge Replacement Program (RDS1364) $84,778 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. • Bridge Rehabilitation: 6700 block of 248 Street (RDS1414) $75,327 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. • Mufford Overpass Rehabilitation (RDS1378) $35,758 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. • Trails: Walnut Grove Trail Improvements (TRL1016) $15,250 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. • Culvert Replacement: Matheson Creek 64 Avenue and 201 Street (STW1192) $13,096 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 4 - E. REPORTS TO COUNCIL • Bridge Rehabilitation: 7500 block 232 Street (RDS1391) $7,057 of Capital Projects Reserve funds. That Council approve the use of $3,522,000 of TransLink Funding to complete additional paving on the Major Road Network at no cost to the Township of Langley. 8. Capital Request - 80 Avenue Roadworks (North Side): 20100 Block to 20300 Block Report 26-68 File ENG 1705-02 That Council authorize $3,050,000 for construction of the north side of 80 Avenue from the 20100 block to the 20300 block, funded through the transfer of $2,255,681 of Roads Development Cost Charges and $22,785 of Capital Projects Reserve funds from project RDS1386 – Intersection Improvements: 216 Street and 96 Avenue, $206,534 of Capital Projects Reserve funds from project STW1206 – 204 Street Storm Sewer, and $565,000 from the Community Works Fund. That Council direct staff to include a request for replacement funding for the construction of 216 Street and 96 Avenue Intersection Improvements project (RDS1386) to proceed as part of the 2027 - 2031 financial plan. 9. Heritage Alteration Permit Application No. 101502 (Pro Edge Developments / 21528 Old Yale Road) Report 26-65 File CD 08-01-0112 That Council authorize issuance of Heritage Alteration Permit No. 101502 for the property located at 21528 Old Yale Road to facilitate construction of a small-scale multi-unit housing development consisting of two dwelling units, subject to the following conditions: a. B uilding plans being in substantial compliance with Schedule “A” including demolition of existing single family home. b. On-site landscape plans and tree management plans being in substantial compliance with Schedule “B” and in compliance with the Township’s Street Tree and Boulevard Planting Policy. c. Section 301.5 (1)(a) Siting of Buildings and Structures of Township of Langley Zoning Bylaw 1987 No. 2500 being varied to reduce the minimum setback from the front lot line in Suburban Residential Zone SR-1 from 9.75 m (32.0 ft) to 6.6 m (21.7 ft), as shown in Schedule “A”. d. Section 104.4(1) Siting Exceptions of Township of Langley Zoning Bylaw 1987 No. 2500 being varied to increase the siting exception for eaves from 0.6 m to 0.8 m, as shown on Schedule “A”. e. Section 301.5 (1)(c) Siting of Buildings and Structures of Township of Langley Zoning Bylaw 1987 No. 2500 being varied to June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 5 - E. REPORTS TO COUNCIL reduce the minimum setback from the interior side lot line in Suburban Residential Zone SR-1 from 3.0 m (9.8 ft) to 1.9 m (6.2 ft), as shown on Schedule “A”. f. Section 301.4 (1) Lot Coverage of Township of Langley Zoning Bylaw 1987 No. 2500 being varied from increase the lot coverage from 33% of the lot area to 36.3% in Suburban Residential Zone SR-1. Although not part of the heritage alteration permit requirements, the applicant is advised that prior to issuance of a building permit the following items will need to be finalized: a. Issuance of a demolition permit for the existing single family home. b. Completion of a Servicing Agreement with the Township to secure required road and utility upgrades and extensions, including Old Yale Road and the lane in accordance with the Township’s Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw. c. Tree retention, replacement and protection in compliance with the Township’s Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw (Schedule I – Tree Protection) being secured by letter of credit, including payment of associated administration fees. d. Landscaping and boulevard treatment being secured by letter of credit at the building permit stage. e. Completion of an erosion and sediment control plan and provision of security in accordance with the Erosion and Sediment Control Bylaw. f. Payment of applicable administration fees, Murrayville Pedestrian Overpass fee and Heritage Alteration Permit fees. g. Payment of applicable Development Cost Charges and building permit administration fees. h. Installation of an on-site infiltration system in accordance with the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw. i. Registration of a statutory right-of-way over the 3.0 m x 3.0 m corner cut at the intersection of the two lanes. j. Registration of a restrictive covenant, pursuant to Section 219 of the Land Title Act, to require individual on-site infiltration systems. k. Registration of rights-of-ways / easements / restrictive covenants as required resulting from design review. 10. Agricultural Land Commission Application No. 100478 (Wall / 22311 No. 10 Highway) Report 26-66 File CD 11-19-0041 That Council consider the non-farm use application and refer the non-farm use application to permit a private family mausoleum at 22311 No. 10 Highway to the Agricultural Land Commission for consideration based on agricultural merits. June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 6 - F. BYLAWS FOR FIRST AND SECOND READING E. REPORTS TO COUNCIL 11. Development Variance Permit Application No. 100181 and Development Permit Application No. 101521 (S & R Sawmills Ltd. / 19791 - 101 Avenue) Report 26-64 File CD 09-03-0136 That Council authorize Development Variance Permit No. 100181 for the property located at 19791 – 101 Avenue subject to the following: a. Section 705.7 – Height of Buildings and Structures Requirements of Township of Langley Zoning Bylaw 1987 No. 2500 being varied to increase the maximum height requirement of Limited Industrial Zone M-5 from 12.0 m (39.4 ft) to 13.44 m (44.1 ft) for the portion of the site as indicated in Schedule “A”. That Council authorize issuance of Development Permit No. 101521 for property located at 19791 – 101 Avenue subject to the following: a. Township acceptance of a submission addressing information requirements outlined in Section 4.20 of Schedule 3 of Langley Official Community Plan Bylaw 1979 No. 1842. b. Streamside Protection and Enhancement Development Permit Areas (SPEAs), blackberry management area and no storage areas as shown on Schedules “A” and “B” to the acceptance of the Township. c. Security for and completion of foreshore management works as shown on Schedule “B” and as described in Streamside Protection and Enhancement Development Permit Application prepared by Pacific Land Group January 26, 2026. d. Written designation of an Environmental Monitor for the project acknowledging the Environmental Monitor has the authority to stop any work(s) that, in the Environmental Monitor's opinion, have the potential to impact SPEAs. June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 7 - G. BYLAWS FOR FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READING 1. Rezoning Application No. 100681 and Development Variance Permit Application No. 100139 (Gair / 4567 - 215 Street) Bylaw No. 6231 Report 26-63 File CD 07-36-0141 That Council give first, second and third reading to Township of Langley Zoning Bylaw 1987 No. 2500 Amendment (Gair) Bylaw No. 6231 rezoning approximately 0.44 ha (1.1 ac) of land located at 4567 - 215 Street to Residential Zone R-1E to facilitate the subdivision to create four residential lots, subject to the following development prerequisites being satisfied to the acceptance of the Township prior to final reading: 1. A Servicing Agreement being entered into with the Township to secure required road and utility upgrades and extensions in accordance with the Township’s Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw. 2. Provision of necessary improvements for 215 Street in accordance with the Township’s Master Transportation Plan, Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw and the Street Trees and Boulevard Plantings Policy. 3. Submission of an erosion and sediment control plan in accordance with the Erosion and Sediment Control Bylaw. 4. Provision of a final tree management plan incorporating tree retention, replacement, protection details, and security in compliance with the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw (Schedule I – Tree Protection). 5. Provision of a detailed landscape plan and security for Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) landscape buffers along the west and north property lines. 6. Final approval of the of the Streamside Protection and Enhancement Area report, including acceptance of the streamside enhancement plans, fencing, signage, security and monitoring. 7. Registration of restrictive covenants acceptable to the Township: a. Securing protection of Streamside Protection and Enhancement Area. b. Securing protection and long-term maintenance of the ALR landscape buffer (combined with the Streamside Protection Area) along the western portion of the site and an ALR landscape buffer along the northern portion of the site. c. Notifying property owners of the proximity of the ALR and of the potential for sound, odour and airborne impact from natural farm activities. d. Restricting development until a Development Permit is issued for the site. e. Identifying the units (minimum 5% single family lots) required in accordance with the Schedule 2 – Adaptable Housing Requirements of the Township’s Official Community Plan. 8. As per the applicant’s proposal in support of the proposed rezoning application, provision of $78,284 as a voluntary amenity contribution. June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 8 - G. BYLAWS FOR FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD READING 9. Payment of supplemental Rezoning fees, Development Engineering and Green Infrastructure Services administration fees, Development Works Agreement (DWA) and Latecomer charges and compliance with the Township’s 5% Neighbourhood Park Land Acquisition Policy. That Council at the time of final reading of Bylaw No. 6231 authorize issuance of Development Variance Permit No. 100139 (frontage variance) as follows: a. Section 110.1 – Minimum Subdivision Requirements of Township of Langley Zoning Bylaw 1987 No. 2500 being varied to reduce the minimum lot frontage requirement for the Residential Zone R-1E from 22.0 m (72.0 ft) to 19.2 m (63.0 ft) for the proposed lots as indicated in Schedule “A”. b. Registration of an exterior design control agreement informed by a Neighborhood Character Study at the time of subdivision to the acceptance of the Township. Explanation – Bylaw No. 6231 Bylaw No. 6231 rezones 0.44 ha (1.1 ac) of land located at 4567 – 215 Street to Residential Zone R-1E in order to facilitate development of four residential lots. 2. Council Procedure Bylaw Housekeeping Amendments Bylaw No. 6234 Report 26-73 File LEG 3900-25 That Council give first, second and third reading to Council Procedure Bylaw 2016 No. 5199 Amendment Bylaw No. 6234. Explanation – Bylaw No. 6234 Bylaw No. 6234 is a housekeeping amendment bylaw to: 1) Revise Section 4.02 to provide greater flexibility for Acting Mayor scheduling; and 2) Delete Section 11.08 H. BYLAWS FOR THIRD READING June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 9 - I. BYLAWS FOR FINAL ADOPTION 1. Tenant Protection Bylaw Bylaw No. 6214 Bylaw No. 6215 Bylaw No. 6216 Report 26-46 File CPP LSP00014 That Council give final reading to “Tenant Protection Bylaw No. 6214”, “Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw 2008 No. 4703 Amendment Bylaw No. 6215”, and “Langley Official Community Plan Bylaw 1979 No. 1842 Amendment (Tenant Protection Development Permit Area) Bylaw No. 6216”. Explanation – Bylaw No. 6214 Bylaw No. 6214 requires tenant protection during residential rental redevelopment of purpose-built rental buildings. Explanation – Bylaw No. 6215 Bylaw No. 6215 amends the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw 2008 No. 4703 by providing fine amounts and offences relating to Tenant Protection Bylaw No. 6214. Explanation – Bylaw No. 6216 Bylaw No. 6216 amends the Official Community Plan by adding a Tenant Protection Development Permit Area relating to Tenant Protection Bylaw No. 6214. 2. Housing Agreement (Township of Langley / 7883 - 199 Street) Bylaw No. 6222 Report 26-56 File CD 08-22-0116 That Council give final reading to Township of Langley (Township of Langley Housing Trust Society – 199 Street Site) Bylaw No. 6222. Explanation – Bylaw No. 6222 Bylaw No. 6222 authorizes the Township of Langley to enter into a Housing Agreement with Township of Langley Housing Trust Society to secure rental housing and affordable rental units and repeals Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 6148. June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 10 - I. BYLAWS FOR FINAL ADOPTION 3. Rezoning Application No. 100759 (Bahugun / Dhillon / 7860 – 197 Street) Bylaw No. 6001 Report 24-57 File CD 08-22-0075 That Council give final reading to Township of Langley Zoning Bylaw 1987 No. 2500 Amendment (Bahugun / Dhillon) Bylaw No. 6001. Explanation – Bylaw No. 6001 Bylaw No. 6001 rezones 0.8 ha (2.0 ac) of land located at 7860 – 197 Street from Suburban Residential Zone SR-2 to Comprehensive Development Zone CD-190 to accommodate approximately 46 townhouse units. Clerk’s Note: Please note that all development prerequisites listed in the Community Development Division report to Council of March 25, 2024 attached to the Bylaw have been addressed. J. ITEMS FROM PRIOR MEETINGS Item J.1 was deferred at the April 13, 2026 Regular Council Meeting: 1. Agricultural Advisory Committee Recommended Motion File 0540-20 Moved by Councillor Pratt, Seconded by Councillor Baillie, That Council approve the Terms of Reference for the Agricultural Bylaw Review Task Force, presented as Attachment A. K. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORT L. METRO VANCOUVER AND OTHER REGIONAL COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES REPORT M. ITEMS BROUGHT FORWARD FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION FROM CLOSED MEETINGS June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 11 - N. FOR INFORMATION 1. Parking Restoration on the South Side of 72 Avenue Memorandum – Engineering Division File 5330-23 2. Railway Crossing Safety Assessment Update Memorandum – Engineering Division File 5400-16 3. Playground Partnerships with Parent Advisory Councils Memorandum – Corporate Projects Division File 0810-30 O. MOTIONS ARISING FROM INFORMATION P. OTHER BUSINESS Councillor Martens provided the following Notice of Motion within the deadlines according to Council’s Policy: 1. Murrayville Five Corners Roundabout Speed Reduction WHEREAS: Staff plan to install 30 km/h advisory speed tabs in advance of the roundabout at Five Corners in Murrayville; and Members of the public have requested that a lower advisory speed be posted; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council direct staff to install 20 km/h advisory speed tabs, rather than 30 km/h tabs, on all approaches to the Five Corners Roundabout in Murrayville (216th Street/OldYale Road/48th Avenue). Councillor Ferguson provided the following Notice of Motion within the deadlines according to Council’s Policy: 2. Review of E-Bike Safety, Regulation and Enforcement WHEREAS the use of e-bikes within the Township of Langley has increased significantly in recent years; and WHEREAS concerns have been raised regarding the operation of e-bikes by minors, public safety, compliance with regulations, and the adequacy of existing enforcement and bylaws; June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 12 - P. OTHER BUSINESS THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct staff to consult with the Langley RCMP, Township Bylaw Enforcement, and other relevant stakeholders to review issues related to e-bike use within the Township, including safety, enforcement, education, and regulatory matters; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff report back to Council with findings and recommendations, including any potential bylaw, policy, education, or advocacy measures that may be appropriate to enhance public safety and compliance. Councillor Pratt provided the following Notices of Motion within the deadlines according to Council’s Policy: 3. Open Air Commercial Irrigation That Council direct staff to report back on potential amendments to Langley Waterworks Regulation Bylaw No. 6074 to permit drip irrigation as an allowable method of outdoor Commercial Irrigation, including the implications of such amendments, and the approximate number of properties currently connected to the municipal water system that could potentially utilize municipal water for that purpose. 4. Potential Upgrades for Grass Playing Surfaces at McLeod Athletic Park BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct Staff to Report to Council with potential concepts, designs and required funding envelopes for upgrades to the Ron Ralph and Michael J. Smith grass playing fields at McLeod Athletic Park to accommodate expanded rugby and other user group or event uses, including but not limited to: 1. Expanded sports and event playing surface areas to the north and/or south of the existing grass playing fields; 2. Potential reconfiguration of the Ron Ralph Fields to accommodate installation of rugby uprights during high school rugby season without impacting diamond sports and other user groups, and; 3. Potential installation of permanent or temporary event spectator seating. 5. Traffic Calming Policy Amendments BE IT RESOLVED THAT Section 4.2.3 of Neighbourhood Traffic Calming Council Policy No. 05-110 be amended by adding the words “, and pedestrian routes to schools or parks where documented safety concerns exist and that are authorized by Council resolution,” after the words “Roads fronting schools or playground zones” in the second sentence; and THAT Staff bring forward these changes to Policy No. 05-110 for Council Approval at the June 30, 2026 Regular Meeting of Council. June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 13 - P. OTHER BUSINESS Councillor Baillie provided the following Notices of Motion within the deadlines according to Council’s Policy: 6. Public Safety Personnel Network (PSPNET) Program Recommendation that the following motion be forwarded to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities for submission in the 2026 Conference resolutions: “WHEREAS Public Safety Personnel Network (PSPNET) is delivered through the University of Regina's Canadian Institute for Public Safety Research and Treatment (CIPSRT/ICRTSP) and is funded by the Government of Canada through Public Safety Canada; and WHEREAS public safety personal in rural, volunteer, and Indigenous communities face significant geographic and financial barriers to specialized care which is necessary due to disproportionately high rates of mental health disorders due to frequent exposure to traumatic events, similar to all public safety personal; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM urge the Province of British Columbia to formally authorize the University of Regina to deliver specialized, therapist-guided online cognitive behavioural therapy (PSPNET) to all PSP across British Columbia; and THEREFORE BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Province of British Columbia provide funding of $233,000 per fiscal year in 2026/27 and 2027/28.” 7. Single Exit Stairwell Residential Buildings WHEREAS Council supports a broad range of housing options and recognizes the importance of increasing housing supply within the community; and WHEREAS Council recognizes that residential developments must align with the public safety resources and emergency response capabilities available within the Township; and WHEREAS the Province of British Columbia amended the British Columbia Building Code in August 2024 to permit certain residential buildings to be constructed with a single egress stairwell under specified conditions; and WHEREAS Council wishes to better understand the implications of single-exit stairwell residential developments on public safety, emergency response, and future development within the Township; and June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 14 - P. OTHER BUSINESS WHEREAS Council remains committed to working collaboratively with applicants and development partners to support safe and compliant housing solutions while maintaining resident and responder safety; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct staff to prepare a policy regarding single-exit stairwell residential buildings for Council's consideration, including an evaluation of: • Fire prevention and inspection capacity; • Fire suppression and emergency response capabilities; • Occupant egress and rescue considerations; • Applicable British Columbia Building Code provisions; • Opportunities for early communication with development applicants regarding the Township's position on single-exit stairwell designs; and • A process for periodic review of the policy to ensure ongoing alignment with available resources, legislation, and regulations. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff obtain legal review of the proposed policy, including advice respecting the extent to which the Township may regulate, restrict, or impose requirements related to single-exit stairwell residential developments beyond the minimum requirements established under the British Columbia Building Code and the Building Act. 8. Damage to Municipal Traffic Infrastructure WHEREAS the rainbow crosswalk in Fort Langley has experienced intentional defacement and damage; and WHEREAS intentional damage to highway markings, traffic control devices, and related municipal traffic infrastructure result in unplanned repair costs and operational impacts for the Township; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council direct staff to report to Council on enforcement, bylaw amendment, and cost recovery options related to the defacement of, or damage to, highway markings, traffic control devices, and related municipal traffic infrastructure on or within a highway, including penalties under the Highway and Traffic Bylaw, bylaw enforcement measures, Offence Act prosecutions pursuant to Part 8 of the Community Charter, and options to recover Township costs arising from intentional damage. June 15, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Agenda - 15 - Q. MOTION TO RESOLVE INTO CLOSED MEETING That Council now resolve into a Closed Meeting for discussion of the following items, in accordance with and as identified under Section 90 of the Community Charter: Item A.1 - Section 90(1) (n) Consideration Item C.1 - Section 90(1) (g) Legal Item E.1 - Section 90(1) (k) Negotiations Item E.2 - Section 90(1) (k) Negotiations Item E.3 - Section 90(1) (k) Negotiations Item E.4 - Section 90(1) (e) Property Item E.5 - Section 90(1) (e) Property Item E.6 - Section 90(1) (e) Property R. TERMINATE