Brockville public meetings in 2022
46 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is holding a public hearing on a minor variance application for a proposed hotel on Windsor Drive. Staff recommend granting the variances, which include increasing the building height from 13.5m to 20.0m and reducing parking from 103 to 84 spaces, subject to a Traffic Impact Assessment. The committee will also vote on adopting the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Increase in building height from 13.5m to 20.0m for a proposed 6-storey, 100-room hotel
- Reduction in required parking from 103 to 84 spaces, subject to a Traffic Impact Assessment
- Reduction in required loading spaces from 2 to 1
- Reduction in front yard setback to proposed canopy from 7.5m to 5.5m
- Reduction in interior side yard setback from 2.0m to 1.7m
Council (Including Budget)
Council will decide on a $35,000 expenditure to temporarily add 5 beds at the Cooperative Care Centre for winter, and will consider directing staff to address unsanctioned encampments. They will also vote on the 2023 water and wastewater operating budgets and user fees. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including appointments, by-law amendments, and a contract award.
- Authorize up to $35,000 to Cooperative Care Centre to add 5 temporary shelter spaces (Jan-Apr 2023)
- Approve 2023 Water Operating Budget ($4,751,403 net) and Wastewater Operating Budget ($5,915,576 net)
- Approve Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 10, 12, 14 Perth Street to allow ground-floor residential use
- Approve contract with Kehoe Marine Construction for Centeen Park seawall repair
- Approve purchase of snow plow attachment for public works unit #5622 (max $15,800)
Railway Tunnel Committee
The committee reviewed operational updates regarding lighting maintenance, kiosk repairs, and water drainage concerns. Staff reported on efforts to manage costs by performing music and light show operations in-house.
- Vandalism to outside lighting resulted in a $5,000 expense
- Repairing 13 kiosks by changing fuses to breakers
- Ketchum Manufacturing Inc. offered $536 for a new donor sign
- Discussion of lighting contractor costs ranging from $2,000 to $3,000 per visit
- Proposed drainage work to be presented to Council for tendering next year
General Committee
The General Committee is recommending that Council dissolve the Brockville Museum Board of Management and replace it with an advisory committee, and is also recommending approval of several operational items: using remaining Brock Trail fundraising for solar lighting, a by-law change to prohibit parking at intersections, a speed limit change near the Metro parking lot on Water Street West, traffic calming measures, a seawall repair contract, and a snow plow attachment purchase.
- Dissolve Brockville Museum Board of Management, repeal By-law 287-89, establish advisory committee
- Use remaining $20,000 of Brock Trail fundraising for additional solar lighting
- Modify By-law 119-89 to prohibit parking at intersections
- Change speed limit on Water Street West / Metro parking lot (By-law 21-93)
- Approve contract with Kehoe Marine Construction for Centeen seawall repair
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider three staff recommendations: a sign by-law amendment for 58 James Street West, an Official Plan and zoning amendment for 10, 12, 14 Perth Street to allow ground-floor residential use, and a large draft plan of subdivision with Official Plan and zoning amendments for 550 King Street West. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no delegations, correspondence, or information items.
- Sign by-law amendment to permit two fascia signs at 58 James Street West (0.4 and 1.5 sq m)
- Official Plan and zoning amendment for 10, 12, 14 Perth Street to allow ground-floor residential use
- Draft plan of subdivision for 550 King Street West with 110 lots/blocks and 4 streets
- Rezoning at 550 King Street West to permit apartment buildings up to 14.5 m height on east side
- Conditions include noise study, CN environmental easement, stormwater management, and parkland dedication
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to receive a report on a zoning by-law amendment for vacant city-owned land on Crocker Crescent. The amendment would add a special exception to permit an automobile body shop, with a business incubator facility also proposed. No public comments were received, and staff will report back with a recommendation at a future meeting.
- Zoning by-law amendment for 7,606.5 m² vacant lot on Crocker Crescent
- Proposed uses: automobile body shop (520.3 m²) and 10-unit business incubator
- Requested zoning: E1-XX Business Park Special Exception Zone
- No comments from public; internal departments and agencies had no concerns
- Applicant: Richard Walker on behalf of owner City of Brockville
Council (Budget)
Council is considering approval in principle of the 2023 Water and Wastewater Capital Budget, totaling $4.74 million. The budget includes projects for water and wastewater infrastructure, with funding from rates, reserves, and grants. The operating budget and rate impacts will be presented on December 13, 2022.
- Sherwood Street Reconstruction: $1,218,463 (water and wastewater)
- Overhead Tank Strip and Recoat: $2,344,752 (water)
- Front Avenue Watermain Replacement: $525,000 (water)
- Cake Conveyor Refurbishment: $300,000 (wastewater)
- Broadway Avenue Cost Sharing: $90,000 (water and wastewater)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a minor variance application for 1300 Borden Crescent. The applicant seeks a reduction in the interior side yard setback from 1.2 metres to 1.0 metre to build a carport. Staff recommend approval, finding the variance meets the four tests of the Planning Act. The meeting also includes adoption of the previous minutes and adjournment.
- Minor variance application A11/22 for 1300 Borden Crescent to reduce interior side yard setback from 1.2 m to 1.0 m for a carport
- Property is zoned R2 – Single Detached Residential, designated Neighbourhood Area in the Official Plan
- No public comments received; city departments had no concerns
- Decision becomes final 20 days after the meeting unless appealed
- Meeting held virtually on November 24, 2022
Council
Council will receive a request from Marguerita Residence Corporation for a construction loan to complete the St. Vincent redevelopment at 42 Garden St. The project involves building affordable and market-rent residential units for seniors. Staff recommend the loan to ensure the project is completed on time and on budget.
- Construction loan request of $17,000,000 for 42 Garden St project
- Proposed 88-unit and 96-unit senior residential buildings
- By-law 092-2022 regarding Special Purpose Rates for the Downtown Board Improvement Association
- Staff recommendation to negotiate repayment terms to protect taxpayers
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss an operations update, new business on engagement goals, transit ridership figures, and a capital budget review. The agenda includes adopting minutes from the previous meeting and receiving a verbal staff report. The meeting is largely procedural, with no delegations or correspondence listed.
- Transit ridership: conventional 46,377 (2022 YTD) vs 51,849 (2021); para transit 6,785 (2022 YTD) vs 5,915 (2021)
- Capital budget review as of November 17, 2022, with $38,803.49 in annual funding and $22,496.59 spent on Blockhouse Island accessible pathway
- New business: 'Effectively Engage, Communicate and Discuss Goals' led by Councillor Severson
- Operations update from Director of Operations Phil Wood (verbal)
Tourism Advisory Committee
The Brockville Tourism Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from the Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), the Aquatarium, and discuss future engagement with it. They will also brainstorm a 5-year strategic plan and review Explorer Quotient (EQ) results. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and financial reports.
- Presentation by Brockville Tourism - Destination Marketing Organization
- Discussion on Destination Marketing Organization - Future Engagement
- Brainstorm & Discussion on 5-Year Strategic Plan
- Discussion on Explorer Quotient (EQ) Results
- Leeds Grenville Regional Tourism Destination Strategy (correspondence)
Council (Special) Orientation
This is a special orientation meeting for Brockville City Council, not a decision-making session. The agenda covers council responsibilities, freedom of information rules, meeting procedures, accessing departmental information, and an emergency management overview. No bylaws or decisions are scheduled.
- Council responsibilities including fiduciary duties
- MFIPPA and Council responsibilities for records retention and access
- Meeting efficiencies, procedures, rules of order and closed meetings
- Emergency Management Overview by Chief Lazenby
- Department introductions
Council
Council will consider consent agenda items from the Planning and Operations and Economic Development committees, including deferring a decision on a proposed subdivision and zoning amendments at 550 King Street West until outstanding items are resolved, and rezoning 30 Victoria Road to allow a second suite. They will also receive information on the municipal accommodation tax and arena design tender results, and make appointments to boards and committees.
- Defer decision on Plan of Subdivision (08T-14505), Official Plan Amendment (D09-27), and Zoning By-law Amendment (D14-065) at 550 King Street West until Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority issues are addressed
- Rezone 30 Victoria Road from RU to RU Special Exception to permit a second suite
- Remove Margaret Lawrence from Museum Board and Paul Bullock from Heritage Brockville Committee
- Receive Q3 2022 Municipal Accommodation Tax update (report 2022-215)
- Receive Arena Design RFP tender results (report 2022-209)
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
The Planning and Operations Committee is holding a public meeting to receive a staff report on applications by Keyworth Properties Inc. to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for 10, 12, 14 Perth Street. The amendments would permit residential use on the ground floor of the existing mixed-use building, converting two vacant commercial units into residential units. No decision is being made at this meeting; staff will prepare a future report with a recommendation.
- Official Plan amendment to allow residential on ground floor at 10, 12, 14 Perth Street
- Zoning By-law amendment for special exception to permit ground floor residential
- Proposal would create 6 residential units total in the building
- No public comments received; Building Services, Engineering, and Fire departments had no concerns
- Change of use building permit required for commercial-to-residential conversion
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee
The Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee is receiving two staff reports for information: an update on 2022 Municipal Accommodation Tax collections for the third quarter, and the results of the arena design RFP, which selected a design team for the Memorial Centre renovation and new ice pad. No decisions are being made; both items are for information only.
- Arena design contract awarded to N45 Architecture Inc. and Idea Inc. for $752,125, within the $1,200,000 approved budget
- 2022 Municipal Accommodation Tax collected $301,621.33 year-to-date, including $165,506.85 in Q3
- Thirteen accommodation providers remitting MAT, including Airbnb
- Arena design project expected to be shovel-ready by Q3 2023
- Committee tracking list includes outstanding items like accessible kayak launch and outdoor skating rink at Dana Street Park
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is holding a virtual public meeting to consider two minor variance applications. The first seeks a rear yard setback reduction for a three-season room at 1453 Flanders Road, and the second seeks permission for two shipping containers at 800 Stewart Boulevard. Staff recommend approval for both, subject to conditions.
- 1453 Flanders Road: rear yard setback reduction from 7.5m to 6.4m for a three-season room
- 800 Stewart Boulevard: permit up to 2 sea cans (max 6.5m length) for Highway Pentecostal Church
- Sea cans must be added via minor site plan change and located per submitted site plan
- No public comments received on either application
- Minutes of September 28, 2022 meeting to be adopted
Council
Council is deciding on several staff recommendations, including authorizing the Provincial-Municipal Gas Tax agreement, consenting to alterations at a designated heritage property, and approving purchases for Tunnel Bay dock ramps and Reynolds Park design services. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes, proclaiming Poppy Week, and passing several by-laws related to planning and easements.
- Approve $45,000 purchase of three aluminum ramps for Tunnel Bay harbor from Kehoe Marine Construction Ltd., funded by debenture
- Approve up to $27,000 for engineering and geotechnical services for Reynolds Park boardwalk and pavilion design, with $6,583.15 shortfall funded by reserves
- Consent to alteration of designated heritage property at 22 Court House Avenue (Alexander Morris House)
- Proclaim October 31 to November 14, 2022 as Poppy Week and fly Flag of Remembrance at Tunnel Bay
- Adopt by-laws including Official Plan Amendment 21 and zoning changes for lands near Windsor Drive and Centennial Road
Council
This is a largely procedural meeting agenda. Council will move into a closed session to discuss a position, plan, or instruction for negotiations, then reconvene to adopt any recommendations from that session. No public reports, delegations, or by-laws are listed, aside from a confirmatory by-law to approve the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239(2)(k) for negotiations
- Confirmatory By-law 081-2022 to confirm council proceedings
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee is reviewing staff reports on a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion benchmarking survey and plan, the September 2022 budget variance, and two capital projects: replacing Tunnel Bay dock ramps and designing a boardwalk and pavilion at Reynolds Park. The committee will make recommendations to Council on these items.
- Direct staff to complete a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Benchmarking Survey and create a DEI plan
- Approve $45,000 purchase of three aluminum ramps for Tunnel Bay harbor from Kehoe Marine Construction Ltd., funded by debenture
- Approve up to $27,000 for engineering and geotechnical services for Reynolds Park boardwalk and pavilion design
- Receive 2022 September Variance report projecting $435,067 deficit on tax levy (City departments $105,344 plus Police $329,723)
Council (Special Closed)
This is a special closed meeting of Brockville Council. Council will move into closed session to discuss two confidential matters: a trade secret or confidential information related to the Marguerita Residence Corporation (St. Vincent Apartments) and negotiations for a solid waste contract. All other agenda items are nil, and the only public action is a confirmatory bylaw and adjournment.
- Closed session under Municipal Act, 2001, s. 239(2)(i) for Marguerita Residence Corporation - St. Vincent Apartments
- Closed session under s. 239(2)(k) for Solid Waste Contract negotiations
- Confirmatory By-law 080-2022 to confirm proceedings
Tourism Advisory Committee
The Brockville Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to review current tourism deliverables, its terms of reference, and to establish ground rules and meeting dates for 2022 and 2023. The agenda includes introductions of members and staff, and a review of the consensus decision-making process. No staff reports, financial reports, or new business are listed.
- Review of current Brockville Tourism deliverables (contracts with Aquatarium at Tall Ships Landing, max $225,000 plus CPI for information services, and 50% of Municipal Accommodation Tax for marketing)
- Review of Committee's Terms of Reference
- Review of consensus decision making process and setting ground rules
- Establishing frequency of Tourism Advisory Committee meetings and setting dates for 2022 & 2023
- Introduction of Committee Members & Supporting Staff
Heritage Brockville
Heritage Brockville Committee is meeting to consider a proposed additional front porch at 2022 Courthouse Terrace, as part of new business. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from March 3, 2020, and discussion of plaques. No delegations, correspondence, or sub-committee reports are listed.
- Proposed additional front porch at 2022 Courthouse Terrace
- Adoption of minutes from March 3, 2020
- Plaques discussion
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
The Planning and Operations Committee is holding a second public meeting to discuss an amended draft plan of subdivision and associated Official Plan and zoning by-law amendments for 550 King Street West. The proposal includes up to 620 dwelling units, a park block, and a commercial component. The meeting follows a redesign after public and agency comments from the July 5, 2022 meeting. The committee will receive the staff report as information; no final decision is being made at this meeting.
- Proposed 620 dwelling units: 26 single detached, 74 semi-detached, 173 townhouse, and 347 apartment units in 6 buildings
- Two options for a 2.06-acre park block location
- Rezoning from H1-R4, I1-9, I1-10 to R4, R7 (special exception), OS, and MC zones
- Official Plan amendment to redesignate lands to Neighbourhood Development Area with Mixed Use Corridor policies
- Removal of Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland payment; applicant to provide 5% land for parkland
Planning and Operations Committee
The Planning and Operations Committee will consider several staff recommendations, including expanding the Downtown Brockville Community Improvement Plan and Brownfield's Incentive Program boundary to include 125 Stewart Boulevard, approving a draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendments for the Stirling Meadows area, and receiving reports on the public works salt dome, surplus equipment sale, and winter maintenance policy updates.
- Expand Downtown Brockville CIP Priority Area 1 to include 125 Stewart Boulevard (5.8 ha site, Brockville Shopping Centre)
- Approve Official Plan Amendment No. 21 and zoning changes for lands at Windsor Drive and Centennial Road (Stirling Meadows Subdivision)
- Approve draft plan of subdivision for Stirling Meadows, including 50 back-to-back townhouse units
- Approve sale of public works loader #5508 to Brandt Tractor for $57,000 and purchase of backhoe attachments for $41,721.60
- Amend Winter Maintenance Policy to update routes and Brock Trail maintenance schedules
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee
The Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee is reviewing staff reports and making recommendations to Council. Key items include authorizing a $5,000 USD deposit for the 2025 Tall Ships Challenge, approving an amendment to the Brockville Arts Centre stage lift project, adding a Founder's Forest to Reynolds Park, and extending the Brock Trail to Ferguson Falls. The committee is also receiving a six-month update on Cultural Services.
- Authorize $5,000 USD deposit to Tall Ships America for 2025 Tall Ships Challenge
- Hold $63,818 surplus from 2022 Tall Ships Festival in Reserve
- Approve purchase of two manual elevated platforms for Brockville Arts Centre stage lift, funded from Capital Reserve Fund
- Approve inclusion of Founder's Forest tree grove in Reynolds Park redevelopment
- Approve additional Brock Trail work to Ferguson Falls, not to exceed $80,000, funded by donations
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two minor variance applications. The first seeks permission to place six shipping containers at 6 Osment Street, including one in the front yard and one within 30m of the rail corridor. The second requests a reduced interior side yard setback for a front porch at 34 Adley Drive. The committee will also adopt minutes from previous meetings.
- 6 Osment Street: permit 6 sea cans, 1 in front yard, relief from 30m rail setback
- Conditions: privacy fence, vegetation buffer, max 12.5m length per sea can
- 34 Adley Drive: reduce interior side yard setback from 1.2m to 0.9m for front porch
- Condition: development agreement and environmental easement for CN
- Public opposition: 4 emails and a 14-signature petition against the sea cans
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review the Brock Trail audit, an accessible parking audit, and set goals for 2023. They will also discuss outstanding accessible projects at Hardy Park and Blockhouse Island, and review the capital budget. The agenda includes adopting minutes from February 2020.
- Review of BMAAC Brock Trail Audit
- Accessible Parking Audit
- BMAAC Goals for 2023
- Outstanding Accessible Projects: Hardy Park, Blockhouse Island
- Capital Budget Review
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will review staff reports on an electronic monitoring policy, the Refugee Island Pavilion project tender results, amendments to the procedural by-law, and the establishment of a Joint Compliance Audit Committee. The most consequential item is the recommendation to defer the Refugee Island Pavilion project beyond 2022 because the lowest tender ($149,700) far exceeds the remaining budget ($24,450). The committee will also consider amending the procedural by-law to require 48 hours public notice for special meetings and a general description of issues discussed in closed sessions, following Ombudsman recommendations.
- Refugee Island Pavilion project deferral: tender results exceed budget, staff recommend cancellation and future capital proposal
- Electronic Monitoring Policy (2022-186) to comply with Employment Standards Act, covering GPS, video surveillance, and IT systems
- By-law amendment (2022-189) to require 48 hours public notice for special meetings and general description of in-camera items
- Joint Compliance Audit Committee for 2022-2026 term (2022-160) to be established via by-law
Railway Tunnel Committee
The Brockville Railway Tunnel Committee is meeting to adopt minutes from March 2020, receive a verbal operations update, and review its terms of reference. The agenda includes a safe meeting protocol for in-person attendance. No financial report or delegations are scheduled.
- Review of Terms of Reference
- Operations Department Update (verbal)
- Safe Meeting Protocol for COVID-19
- Adoption of minutes from March 12, 2020
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
The Planning and Operations Committee is holding a public meeting to receive information on two proposals: expanding the Downtown Brockville Community Improvement Plan to include 125 Stewart Boulevard, which would make the site eligible for incentive grants, and a proposed Official Plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment, and plan of subdivision for Centennial Road and Windsor Drive. No decisions are being made at this meeting; staff reports will be prepared for future consideration.
- Proposed expansion of Downtown Brockville Community Improvement Plan Priority Area 1 to include 125 Stewart Boulevard (5.8 hectares, Brockville Shopping Centre site)
- Request to access TIERR Grant Program and Residential or Commercial Conversion/Rehabilitation Grant Program for redevelopment at 125 Stewart Blvd
- Proposed Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Plan of Subdivision at Centennial Road and Windsor Drive (Public Meeting #2)
- No comments in opposition received for the CIP expansion request
Planning and Operations Committee
The committee is considering a transition of sewage system permit authority from the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit to the City of Brockville. Additionally, staff presented a proposal to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for 10 Victoria Avenue to allow for more residential units.
- Repeal of 1998 agreement with LGLDHU regarding sewage system administration
- Amendment to Building By-Law 066-2005 to require sewage permits through the City
- Proposed rezoning of 10 Victoria Avenue to permit ground floor residential occupancy
- Proposed zoning exception at 10 Victoria Avenue to allow 2 new residential units without additional parking
- Information report received regarding 550 King Street West subdivision and amendments
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on two minor variance applications. The first seeks permission for six shipping containers (sea cans) at 6 Osment Street, including one in the front yard and relief from a 30-metre rail corridor setback. The second requests a reduced interior side yard setback for a front porch at 34 Adley Drive. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.
- 6 Osment Street: permit 6 sea cans, 1 in front yard, relief from 30m rail setback (A07/22)
- Conditions for 6 Osment Street: privacy fence along Osment Street, maintain vegetation buffer along Sophia Street
- 34 Adley Drive: reduce interior side yard setback from 1.2m to 0.9m for front porch (A08/22)
- Condition for 34 Adley Drive: register development agreement and environmental easement for CN noise/vibration
- Public opposition: 4 emails and a 14-signature petition against sea cans at 6 Osment Street
Council
Brockville Council will consider the 2021 audited financial statements, including allocating operating and water/wastewater surpluses to reserves. The agenda also includes several consent items covering construction contracts, grant approvals, and routine proclamations and appointments.
- 2021 operating surplus of $843,970.29 to Fiscal Policy Reserve; water surplus $966,815.33; wastewater surplus $910,499.75
- Brock Trail reconstruction contract to LA Knapp Construction Ltd. for up to $263,269.40
- Reynolds Park construction contract to LA Knapp Construction Ltd. for up to $510,520.76
- Airport fuel system equipment purchase from Pear Canada for $160,800 plus $5,500 from reserve
- Proclamations for Rail Safety Week (Sept 19-25) and Hunger Awareness Day (Sept 26)
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will discuss and provide direction on several items, including options for the 2022 River of Lights event, pre-funding the DBIA Gift Card Program, and approving grant funding and construction contracts for Brock Trail and Reynolds Park projects. The committee will also consider the purchase of new aviation fuel system equipment for the airport.
- River of Lights 2022: three options with costs ranging from $80,461.78 to $86,435.93, requiring additional funding if sponsorships are not secured
- DBIA Gift Card Program: transfer of $10,000 from DBIA Reserve Fund to pre-fund the program
- Brock Trail Federal Active Transportation Fund Grant: 60% funding up to $231,990 for trail projects
- Brock Trail Reconstruction Project: award contract to LA Knapp Construction Ltd. for $263,269.40
- Reynolds Park CCRF Grant: 75% funding up to $223,687; contract award to LA Knapp Construction Ltd. for $510,520.76
Council - 09 Aug 2022 (Special)
The Brockville Council will hold a special virtual meeting on August 9, 2022. The agenda consists primarily of a motion to enter a closed session to discuss a potential sale of industrial land and a development update.
- Closed session: potential sale of industrial land
- Closed session: development update
Planning and Operations Committee
The Planning and Operations Committee will receive a delegation on the Market Street West City Properties, including a structural review of the Black-Earle Double House at 8-10 Market Street. The report, prepared by IN Engineering for a citizens' committee, concludes the original 1863 building is in good structural condition and recommends preservation, contradicting an earlier 2017 report that recommended demolition. The committee will also consider a staff report to replace handheld water meter readers. The meeting is otherwise largely procedural, with no other substantive items on the agenda.
- Delegation on Market Street West City Properties, including structural review of Black-Earle Double House (8-10 Market Street)
- Structural review finds original 1863 building in good condition, recommends preservation over demolition
- Demolition deadline extended to September 13, 2022 for further studies
- Staff report 2022-155: authorize replacement of handheld water meter readers from Wolseley Canada Inc., funded from Water Working Capital-Operations Reserve
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
The Planning and Operations Committee is holding a public meeting to consider applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for 10 Victoria Avenue. The proposal would convert the ground floor from commercial to residential, creating three dwelling units while retaining a commercial space in the basement. Staff have received no objections from commenting departments, but note the need for a building permit and resolution of an existing unsafe order.
- Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 10 Victoria Avenue to permit ground floor residential use
- Request to allow two new residential units with no on-site parking
- Existing building has 1 residential unit and 2 commercial units; proposal would create 3 residential units and 1 commercial unit
- Building Services Division notes change of use permit required and unsafe order may restrict occupancy
- Public meeting held virtually via Zoom
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee
The Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee is meeting to receive the Q2 2022 Tourism Progress Report and to recommend renewal of two tourism contracts with the Aquatarium through December 31, 2023. The report highlights strong tourism activity, including record crowds at the Tall Ships Festival and 1000 Islands Regatta, and details digital advertising spend of $30,274. The committee will also receive the 2022 Municipal Accommodation Tax Remittance for Q1 and Q2 as information.
- Renewal of Tourism Information and Stakeholder Services and Tourism Marketing and Promotion Services contracts with the Aquatarium to December 31, 2023
- 2022 Municipal Accommodation Tax Remittance Q1 & Q2 received for information
- Tourism Q2 report: 17 digital campaigns, $30,274 spent on Google and Facebook ads
- 9,000 printed visitor guides produced, 8,000 distributed from Quebec border to Kingston
- Ambassador program: 8 mobile ambassadors, 123 coupon books distributed
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee is reviewing staff reports and making recommendations to Council on several items, including a building permit fee waiver for a tiny home project, approval of a water treatment plant filter replacement tender, and the purchase of the Canada Border Services Agency building on Blockhouse Island. The committee will also discuss transitioning back to in-person meetings and restarting boards and committees.
- Waiver of $2,819 in building permit fees for a tiny home built by the Employment + Education Centre's 'We Are the Change' program
- Approval of $255,745.27 tender to Continental Carbon Group for granular activated carbon filter media replacement at the Water Treatment Plant, with $5,745.27 shortfall funded from Water Rate Working Capital Reserve
- Authorization to purchase the Canada Border Services Agency building on Blockhouse Island
- Approval of water and wastewater agreements with the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley
- Return to in-person Council and Standing Committee meetings starting September 1, 2022, with public participation virtual
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee
The Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee is meeting to discuss two main items: an update on the Sabre Jet restoration project and a design tender for the Memorial Centre arena expansion. They will also consider updated Terms of Reference for the Tourism Advisory Committee. The agenda includes a presentation on the arena design tender and staff reports recommending council approval of the tourism committee terms and receipt of the arena design report.
- Arena Expansion Design Tender: $1,200,000 budget for design of new ice pad, indoor track, and renovations to Memorial Centre
- Tourism Advisory Committee Terms of Reference update for council approval
- Sabre Jet restoration project update presented by Councillor Wren
- Arena design tender presentation by John Francis on behalf of Arena Advisory Committee
- Minutes from Arena Advisory, Museum Board, Library Board, Tall Ships Festival committees
Planning and Operations Committee
The Planning and Operations Committee will consider several staff reports, including a request to reduce the security deposit for a site plan at 220 Bartholomew Street, and will vote on adopting Official Plan Amendment No. 20 and a zoning by-law amendment for second suites. The agenda also includes items on an excess soil management report, Garden Street reconstruction, and wastewater maintenance.
- Security deposit of $243,865.50 for 220 Bartholomew Street site plan
- Adoption of Official Plan Amendment No. 20 (10-year review)
- Zoning by-law amendment to allow second suites up to 45% of dwelling area
- Excess Soil Management Report quotation from St. Lawrence Testing Company Ltd.
- Garden Street reconstruction tender 22-0005
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
The Planning and Operations Committee is holding a public meeting to consider concurrent applications for an Official Plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment, and draft plan of subdivision for 16.1 hectares at 550 King Street West, a portion of the former Phillips Cables site. The proposal includes 314 dwelling units (single detached, semi-detached, townhouses, and apartments) with municipal services and connections to King Street West, Centre Street, and Church Street. The applicant also requests cash-in-lieu of parkland instead of the 5% land dedication. Staff recommend the report be received; no decision is being made at this meeting.
- 314 new dwelling units: 28 single detached, 84 semi-detached, 202 townhouse, 6 apartment buildings
- Official Plan redesignation from 'Neighbourhood Area'/'Institutional Area' to 'Neighbourhood Development Area'
- Rezoning to R4-General Residential, R7-Multiple Residential, and MC-Mixed Use Corridor zones
- Request for cash-in-lieu of parkland instead of 5% land dedication
- Traffic impact assessment projects level of service F at King/Cedar intersection
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee is reviewing staff reports on customer service standards, mileage and meal reimbursement rates, runway paint at the airport, fuel budget, building assessments, auditor appointment, variance report, and a delegation of authority by-law. Decisions will be recommended to Council.
- Amend mileage rate to $0.55/km and meal reimbursement to $74/day effective July 1, 2022
- Approve up to $3,018.83 from surplus road line painting budget for runway paint at Tackaberry Airport
- Approve $17,500 budget for architectural/structural assessment of 8 & 10 Market St. buildings
- Appoint MNP as City auditor
- Prepare by-law delegating authority to City Manager after Nomination Day (Aug 19, 2022) for expenditures over $50,000 and hiring/firing
Planning and Operations Committee
The Planning and Operations Committee will review staff reports and make recommendations to Council on several items, including a zoning amendment for 10 residential units at 224 King Street West, a lease renewal with 1000 Islands and Seaway Cruises, and a $22,550 pedestrian crossover installation along the Brock Trail. The committee will also discuss a sole-source contract for the hazardous waste event and an RFP for the Main Sewage Pump Station design.
- Zoning amendment for 10 residential units at 224 King Street West
- Lease renewal with 1000 Islands and Seaway Cruises
- $22,550 for pedestrian crossovers along Brock Trail at 10 locations
- Sole-source contract with Drain-All Limited for hazardous waste event, estimated $62,073.60
- RFP for engineering design of Main Sewage Pump Station in Centeen Park
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
The Planning and Operations Committee is holding a public meeting to discuss two zoning by-law amendments. One would increase the maximum size of second suites from 30% to 45% of a dwelling's floor area city-wide. The other would rezone 245 King Street East to allow a new 48-unit apartment building, increasing density from 53.3 to 155.7 units per hectare, with reduced parking and other exceptions. Public comments, including opposition from residents, are part of the record.
- General amendment to Zoning By-law 050-2014 to allow second suites up to 45% of dwelling unit area (currently 30%)
- Rezoning of 245 King Street East from R5-5 to R5 to permit a 48-unit apartment building, increasing total units from 25 to 73
- Requested exceptions include reduced parking (0.8 spaces per unit), reduced south side yard (5.0 m), and landscaped patio in lieu of children's play area
- Public opposition letters from Catena Consulting and 69 residents cited concerns about parking, traffic, and neighbourhood character
- Conservation authority recommends deferral pending stormwater management review
Planning OPEN HOUSE
The City of Brockville's Planning and Operations Committee is holding a virtual public open house to discuss the Official Plan update. This is an informational session, not a decision-making meeting, and no specific proposals or actions are listed on the agenda.
- Virtual open house on Official Plan update
- Meeting held via Zoom on May 30, 2022