Brockville public meetings in 2022
100 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 - Inaugural
The Council is conducting its inaugural meeting for the 2022-2026 term. The session includes the declaration of office for Mayor Matthew Wren and Councillors, the appointment of acting mayors, and the assignment of members to various boards and committees.
- Declaration of office for Mayor Matthew Wren and Councillors
- By-law 089-2022 to appoint Acting Mayors for the 2022-2026 term
- By-law 090-2022 to appoint Council members to various boards and commissions
- Appointment of Art Koolwine as a citizen member to the Planning and Development Committee
- Establishment of Standing Committees including General Committee and Planning and Development Committee
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
The committee is considering a deferral for a large-scale development at 550 King Street West due to outstanding environmental and stormwater concerns. Additionally, staff are reviewing a request to rezone 30 Victoria Road to allow for a second suite.
- Deferral of 550 King Street West subdivision, official plan, and zoning amendments
- Proposed 620-unit development at 550 King Street West including 6 apartment buildings
- Zoning amendment for 30 Victoria Road to permit a second suite
- Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority request for further studies at 550 King Street West
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
Council
The Council is reviewing several land use amendments, including a major subdivision at Windsor Drive and Centennial Road. Other business includes updating winter maintenance policies and approving the sale of surplus public works equipment.
- Rezoning and subdivision proposal for Windsor Drive at Centennial Road
- Sale of public works unit #5508 loader to Brandt Tractor for $57,000
- Purchase of three backhoe attachments for $41,721.60
- Expansion of Downtown Brockville Community Improvement Plan to 125 Stewart Boulevard
- Approval of up to $80,000 for Brock Trail work at Ferguson Falls
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
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
The Planning and Operations Committee is reviewing a zoning by-law amendment for 30 Victoria Road. The proposal seeks to replace an existing attached garage with a secondary suite to accommodate a family member.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 30 Victoria Road
- Proposal to add a secondary suite with an external entrance, kitchen, and bathroom
- Request to change zoning from RU (Rural Zone) to RU-XX (General Residential Special Exception Zone)
- Public meeting regarding Report 2022-199
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
Council
The Council is reviewing several by-laws, including zoning amendments for 10 Victoria Avenue and the removal of a holding symbol from the Bridlewood Subdivision. Additionally, the Council will consider deferring the Refugee Island Pavilion Project beyond 2022.
- Zoning and Official Plan amendments for 10 Victoria Avenue
- Deferral of the Refugee Island Pavilion Project
- Removal of 'H1' Holding Symbol from Bridlewood Subdivision
- Amendment to By-law 113-1980 regarding public notice for special meetings
- Proclamations for Veterans Days and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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
Council
The Brockville Council will consider rezoning 10 Victoria Avenue to allow ground-floor residential use and two additional units without extra parking. The meeting also includes discussions on sewage permit requirements and various municipal proclamations.
- Zoning amendment for 10 Victoria Avenue to permit ground-floor residential occupancy
- Amendment to Building By-law 066-2005 regarding sewage permit applications
- Proclamation of October 2022 as Rett Syndrome Awareness Month
- Proclamation of September 25, 2022, as Franco-Ontarian Day
- Appointment of Tourism Advisory Committee members
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
Special (Closed) Council
The City of Brockville Council is holding a special closed meeting. The session is being held to consider the potential sale of commercial land.
- Potential sale of commercial land
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
Council
The Council will consider updating water and wastewater agreements with the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley. The agenda also includes zoning amendments for second suite dwellings and tiny home locations, as well as the purchase of a CBSA building on Blockhouse Island.
- Water and Wastewater Agreements with Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley
- Zoning amendment to permit 'Second Suite Dwellings' in up to 45% of dwelling area
- Purchase of Canada Border Services Agency building on Blockhouse Island
- Security deposit of $167,587.50 for 220 Bartholomew Street site plan control
- Waiver of $2,819.00 in building permit fees for 'We Are the Change' tiny home
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
Council
The Council is reviewing a proposal for the restoration of city-owned properties at 8 and 10 Market Street West. Additionally, the meeting includes updates to municipal mileage and meal reimbursement rates and the appointment of MNP as City Auditor.
- Proposal for restoration of 8 and 10 Market Street West
- Amendment of mileage rate to $0.55 per kilometer
- Amendment of daily meal reimbursement to $74
- Approval of up to $3,018.83 for Tackaberry Thousand Islands Regional Airport runway paint
- Appointment of MNP as City Auditor
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a minor variance application for 34 Adley Drive, seeking to reduce the minimum lot frontage from 14.0 metres to 11.1 metres. Staff recommend approval, but CN Rail and some residents have raised objections. The meeting also includes deferring approval of the previous minutes.
- Minor variance application 2022-127 for 34 Adley Drive to reduce lot frontage from 14.0 m to 11.1 m
- CN Rail opposes development due to proximity to railyard, citing safety and noise concerns
- Residents Greg Leach and Lori Murray-Gray submitted emails opposing the variance
- Staff report recommends approval, noting the lot is part of the Brockwoods subdivision
- Approval of minutes from March 23, 2022 deferred to next meeting
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
Council
Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items including a $3,500 sponsorship for the 1000 Islands Poker Run, several zoning by-law amendments, traffic by-law changes, and a lease renewal. The meeting also includes a closed session for negotiations and appointments to boards.
- $3,500 sponsorship to 1000 Islands Poker Run from Fiscal Policy Reserve
- Zoning amendment for 10 residential units at 224 King Street West
- Traffic by-law amendments for crosswalks along Brock Trail and 4-way stop at Park St./Front Ave.
- Lease renewal with 1000 Islands and Seaway Cruises
- Appointments: Tom Blanchard to Aquatarium Board, removal of Neil O'Brien from Museum Board
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
The Planning and Operations Committee is holding a statutory public meeting regarding the Official Plan Update. NPG Planning Solutions Inc. will present the proposed update for consideration by the Committee and the public. Following this process, Council will decide on the adoption of the plan.
- Statutory Public Meeting for Official Plan Update (Report 2022-117)
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
Council - 26 May 2022 (Special - CLOSED)
Brockville City Council met on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at 4:00 PM as a special virtual meeting. The only substantive action on the agenda was a motion to move into closed session under the Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239 Sub. 3.1, for the purpose of educating or training members. The agenda states Council would rise from closed session without reporting, and lists no new business, unfinished business, emergency business, or by-laws. The meeting was set to adjourn until the next regular meeting on June 14, 2022.
- Motion to move into closed session under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239 Sub. 3.1 for member education or training
- Closed session to rise without reporting
- No by-laws, unfinished business, or emergency business on the agenda
- Next regular meeting scheduled for June 14, 2022
Council
Brockville Council meets May 24, 2022, starting with a closed session on land acquisition and negotiation positions. On the open agenda, councillors Wren and Wales seek to suspend procedural rules to reconsider the earlier decision on demolishing buildings on Market St. West and Water St. Council will also consider four by-laws, including a zoning amendment for 205 King St W, and routine proclamations and a St. Lawrence College delegation.
- Motion to reconsider the demolition of buildings on Market St. West and Water St. (report SR2022-87)
- By-law 043-2022 to amend Zoning By-law 050-2014 for 205 King St W
- By-law 041-2022 to delegate site plan control approval to the Chief Planning Officer
- By-law 042-2022 to let the Chief Building Official enter into conditional permit agreements
- Consent agenda includes a $87,017.01 purchase of two pedestrian bridges for the Brock Trail from Eagle Bridge Ltd.
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee is reviewing staff reports and recommending tenders to Council for road, sidewalk, and trail work, plus policy updates. Council approval is sought for two pedestrian bridges for the Brock Trail Front Ave. to Central Ave. project from Eagle Bridge Ltd. at $87,017.01 including net HST. The committee will also receive the 2021 Integrity Commissioner annual report, which notes one complaint and no requests for advice in 2021.
- Tender for two pedestrian bridges for Brock Trail Front Ave. to Central Ave. from Eagle Bridge Ltd. at $87,017.01 including net HST
- Tender for asphalt milling and paving on various City streets from Cornwall Gravel Co. Ltd., with additional funding from the Canadian Communities Building Fund (CCBF)
- Tender for Cold in Place Recycling and Hot Mix Paving of Centennial Road from G. Tackaberry & Sons Construction Company Ltd., with additional funding from the Ontario Communities Infrastructure Fund (OCIF)
- Tender for concrete sidewalk and curb reconstruction from W.J. Sherwood & Sons Construction Company Ltd.
- Procurement Policy revisions increasing RFP/RFT signing limits for Department Heads to $50,000, Director of Finance to $150,000, and City Manager to $150,000
Council - 12 May 2022 (Special - CLOSED)
Brockville City Council is holding a special closed meeting on May 12, 2022, jointly with the Council for the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley. The public portion of the agenda is procedural: the substantive business is a closed session under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239 Sub. 2 (c) and (k), covering a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land and a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction for negotiations. No by-laws, unfinished business, or emergency business are listed, and the only by-law is a confirmatory by-law (039-2022) for the meeting itself. The agenda does not disclose what was decided in closed session.
- Closed session under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239 Sub. 2 (c) and (k)
- Closed session topic: proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board
- Closed session topic: position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction for negotiations by or on behalf of the municipality or local board
- Joint special meeting with the Council for the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley
- Confirmatory By-law 039-2022 for the May 12, 2022 meeting; next regular meeting scheduled for May 24, 2022
Council - 11 May 2022 (Special - CLOSED)
Brockville Council met on May 11, 2022 for a special meeting held virtually. The only substantive item was a motion to move into closed session under the Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239 Sub. 3.1, for the purpose of educating or training members. The agenda states Council would rise from closed session without reporting, and all other sections — new business, by-laws, unfinished business, confirmatory bylaw, and emergency business — were listed as nil. The meeting was scheduled to adjourn until a special meeting on May 12, 2022.
- Motion to move into closed session under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239 Sub. 3.1 for member education or training
- Closed session to rise without reporting
- New business, by-laws, unfinished business, confirmatory bylaw, and emergency business all listed as nil
- Adjournment scheduled until a special meeting on May 12, 2022
Council
Brockville City Council meets May 10, 2022, with a closed session first to discuss a land acquisition or disposition and negotiation instructions. On the open agenda, council will hear a delegation on twinning with a city in Ukraine, consider a zoning amendment at 205 King Street West, and vote on committee recommendations covering dock purchases, a business centre transfer, and a parking lease. Several appointments, a proclamation, and routine by-laws are also listed.
- Zoning By-law Amendment at 205 King Street West to allow up to 2 sea-cans as refreshment vehicles or retail uses for up to 3 years
- Refund of $3,620.00 in application fees to Habitat for Humanity after withdrawal of Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for Strowger Park at Strowger Boulevard and Hubbell Street
- $22,166 for personal watercraft drydocks at Ernie Fox Quay Harbour, plus a new $550 seasonal docking fee
- $60,000 transfer to the United Counties of Leeds Grenville for the Leeds Grenville Small Business Centre transition
- Lease with Beattie Dodge Chrysler Ltd for 32 year-round and 5 seasonal parking spaces in the George Street and Buell Street parking lots from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2025
Airport Commission
The Brockville 1000 Islands Regional Tackaberry Airport Commission meets Friday, May 6, 2022 at 9:00 AM at the airport and virtually. The agenda includes approval of the April 8, 2022 minutes, continued discussion of a Code of Conduct document, a fuel system upgrade and under-wing fueling, "Welcome to Brockville" signs, "No Trespassing" barriers, and new business on signs for Runway #04 and #22. The attached April 8 minutes show the commission reviewed and revised a Code of Conduct, and that staff said an RFP is being prepared for a fuel system upgrade covering fuel types, fuel reel length, a card lock system, digital payment, additional lighting and electrical plug-ins, with inground piping to be replaced because it does not meet current regulations.
- Fuel System Upgrade: staff reported an RFP is being prepared covering fuel types, fuel reel length, card lock system, digital payment, additional lighting and electrical plug-ins
- Inground piping at the airport to be replaced as it does not meet current regulations; inground tanks to remain in use and are tested yearly for insurance
- Code of Conduct document reviewed and revised by the commission; staff to formalize it and have senior management review it
- New business: signs for Runway #04 and #22
- Business arising: "Welcome to Brockville" signs update and "No Trespassing" barriers at the airport
Planning and Operations Committee
Brockville's Planning and Operations Committee meets May 3, 2022 to review several planning and building items. Members will consider delegating conditional building permit authority to the Chief Building Official and site plan control approval to the Chief Planning Officer. The committee will also discuss a Habitat for Humanity request to withdraw Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment applications for Strowger Park and refund $3,620.00 in fees, plus a front yard parking agreement at 5 Riverview Drive. A delegation from Craig MacLaughlan about trees on city-owned land at 1021 Kingswood Street is also scheduled.
- Rezoning 205 King Street West from MD to T-MD-18 to allow up to 2 sea-cans as refreshment vehicles/retail for max 3 years, with bicycle rack and no outside storage
- Habitat for Humanity request to withdraw Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment applications for Strowger Park at Strowger Blvd @ Hubbell Street; refund of $3,620.00 in application fees
- Delegation of authority to Chief Building Official to enter into Conditional Building Permit Agreements under Building Code Act s.8(3)
- Delegation of Site Plan Control Approval authority to Chief Planning Officer; repeal by-law 012-2010
- Front yard parking agreement with Rich and Paula Muir at 5 Riverview Drive
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
Brockville's Planning and Operations Committee held a public meeting on May 3, 2022, to receive four staff reports on proposed zoning by-law amendments. The items cover a law office at 58 James Street West, an Official Plan and zoning amendment at 224 King Street West, a zoning amendment and consent to sever at Stewart Boulevard and Chelsea Street, and a zoning amendment at Parkedale Avenue for Welling's of Brockville. Each report was received for information only; no decisions were made, and staff said a future report with analysis and recommendations will come to the committee.
- 58 James Street West: application to allow a business and professional office (currently a law office) in addition to residential uses in the R4-8 zone
- 224 King Street West: proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment (050-2014)
- Stewart Boulevard and Chelsea Street: proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and Consent to Sever
- Parkedale Avenue: proposed Zoning By-law Amendment for Welling's of Brockville
- 58 James Street West: one member of the public called to express concern about allowing a business and professional use in a residential area
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee
The Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee meets May 3, 2022 to review three staff reports and a presentation. Members will consider dock upgrades at Ernie Fox Quay Harbour, a parking lease with Beattie Dodge Chrysler Ltd, and a $60,000 transfer to the United Counties of Leeds Grenville for the Small Business Centre. The committee will also hear an update from SLX Life on worker attraction efforts.
- Dock Project Update IV: $22,166 for six personal watercraft dry-docks at Ernie Fox Quay Harbour, a proposed $550 seasonal docking fee, and 300 linear feet of outer blockhouse seawall for free 2-hour transient docking
- Lease Agreement 2022-83: 32 year-round parking spaces (28 George Street, 4 Buell Street) plus 5 seasonal spaces for Beattie Dodge Chrysler Ltd at $510 per space, totaling $16,320 in 2022, from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2025 with two one-year renewal options
- Leeds Grenville Small Business Centre Transfer 2022-84: $60,000 transfer to the United Counties of Leeds Grenville plus in-kind office space and IT services for the remainder of 2022
- SLX Life presentation: Q1 2022 progress report on attracting workers to Brockville, with a 2022 working spend of $55,000 contributed by the City
- Consent agenda: committee recommendations to be placed on the Consent Agenda
Council
Brockville City Council meets April 26, 2022 to consider its Finance and Administration Committee consent agenda, including the 2022 tax ratios and rates, several purchases and contracts, and five by-laws. The agenda also includes an Integrity Commissioner report on a Code of Conduct and Municipal Conflict of Interest complaint, and a staff report on affordable housing construction on Louis Street. Delegations, new business, unfinished business and emergency business are all listed as nil.
- 2022 tax ratios and rates: levy $37,803,107 and impose municipal and education tax rates; levy $296,367 for the Downtown Brockville Business Improvement Association (DBIA)
- Core Infrastructure Upgrades procurement from Dell Canada at $145,573.55, with an additional $25,573.55 from Capital Reserves
- 3-year parking enforcement contract with Commissionaires – Kingston & Region
- Purchase of a parking meter from J. J. MacKay Canada Ltd. for $7,725, funded from the Parking Reserve Fund
- By-laws 030-2022 to 034-2022, including a sign by-law amendment for 556 King Street West, Official Plan Amendment 023 and zoning amendment for 7 Central Avenue East, and appointment of S. MacDonald as City Manager and Clerk
Finance & Administration Committee
Brockville's Finance & Administration Committee meets April 19, 2022 to hear a Brockville Police Service presentation on the Municipal Drug Strategy and to consider several staff reports. Key items include authorizing 2022 tax ratios and a $37,803,107 municipal and education levy, a $145,778 increase to facilities roofing capital projects funded by the Canada Community Build Fund, and a 3-year parking enforcement contract with Commissionaires – Kingston & Region. The committee will also discuss a $145,573.55 Dell Canada procurement for core infrastructure upgrades and a $7,725 replacement parking meter on Henry Street.
- SR2022-69: 2022 tax ratios and rates, including a $37,803,107 levy and a $296,367 levy for the Downtown Brockville Business Improvement Association (DBIA)
- SR2022-71: $145,778 budget increase for facilities roofing capital projects, funded by the Canada Community Build Fund (CCBF)
- SR2022-66: $145,573.55 procurement from Dell Canada for Core Infrastructure Upgrades, with $25,573.55 from Capital Reserves
- SR2022-67: 3-year parking bylaw enforcement contract with Commissionaires – Kingston & Region
- SR2022-68: $7,725 purchase of a Henry Street parking meter from J. J. MacKay Canada Ltd., funded from the Parking Reserve Fund
Council
Brockville City Council meets April 12, 2022, starting with a closed session on labour relations or employee negotiations. On the open agenda, council is set to vote on final approval of a plan of subdivision on St. Alban's lands, several committee recommendations on deposits, signs, zoning, and contracts, and a motion from Councillor Earle on affordable housing. Council will also consider two by-laws and a confirmatory by-law.
- Final approval of a plan of subdivision on Part 1, Plan 28R-15197, with streets named "Douglas Marshall Crescent" and "Ben TeKamp Terrace"
- Require 653973 Ontario Ltd. (Bridlewood Homes) to post a $350,000.00 letter of credit before work on Shearer Drive
- Waive financial security deposits for Upper Canada District School Board: $118,525.00 for Westminster Public School expansion and $850,900.00 for a new school at 556 King Street West
- Approve $614,420.12 for site electrical work and a $37,600 change order for utility trays for docks at Ernie Fox Quay and Tunnel Bay
- Councillor Earle motion to rezone land on Louis Street for affordable housing and form an Affordable Housing Committee
Airport Commission
The Brockville 1000 Islands Regional Tackaberry Airport Commission meets Friday, April 8, 2022 at 9:00 AM at the Airport and virtually. The agenda lists approval of the March 11, 2022 minutes, then business arising on an Airport Code of Conduct, a Fuel System Upgrade, and welcome-to-Brockville signs at the Airport. No delegations or presentations are scheduled, and the only new business item is adjournment. The attached March 11 minutes are background, not decisions before this meeting.
- Airport Code of Conduct to be discussed under business arising
- Fuel System Upgrade to be discussed under business arising
- Welcome to Brockville signs at the Airport to be discussed
- Approval of the March 11, 2022 minutes
- No delegations or presentations; no new business beyond adjournment
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
Brockville's Planning and Operations Committee held a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment application for 205 King Street West, owned by Jason White. The application would temporarily permit 2 Sea Cans for a refreshment vehicle and retail use with a patio and 4 rear parking spaces for up to 3 years. No decision was made at this meeting; staff will prepare a future report with analysis and a recommendation. City departments raised servicing, washroom, parking, and intersection concerns, and public questions were answered in the report.
- Zoning By-law Amendment application for 205 King Street West to allow 2 Sea Cans for refreshment vehicle and retail use with patio and 4 rear parking spaces for up to 3 years
- Property owner identified as Jason White; site is approximately 519 m2 with 18.5 m frontage on King Street
- Building Services, Operations, and Engineering departments commented; no objections but noted building permit, possible John Street/King Street intersection changes, and servicing/washroom/parking/waste issues
- Public questions covered hours, winter closure, liquor licence, live entertainment, sanitation, washroom access, and when the 3-year term would start
- No decision made; staff to return with a detailed report and recommendation at a future meeting
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee
The Economic Development, Recreation and Tourism Committee meets April 5, 2022 to hear presentations on harbour docking, the 1000 Islands Regatta and Brockville Tourism, and to consider staff reports. Votes are proposed on converting Hardy Park shuffleboard pads to bocce courts and on procurement and change-order spending for the Harbour Dock Replacement Project at Ernie Fox Quay and Tunnel Bay. The committee will also discuss a request for a report on an outdoor skating rink at Dana Street Park and set its next meeting for May 3, 2022.
- Harbour Dock Replacement Project: proposed approval of $614,420.12 for site electrical work and a $37,600 change order for utility trays at Ernie Fox Quay and Tunnel Bay
- Bocce Ball Court follow-up: proposed conversion of existing shuffleboard pads in Hardy Park into bocce ball courts, built by Brockville & Area Special Olympics Ontario volunteers with City Operations oversight
- 1000 Islands Regatta requests $5,000 of a $35,000 fee from the City, plus an additional $5,000 for fencing and porta johns
- Councillor Wren asks staff to report by September 2022 on costs and feasibility of an outdoor ice rink at Dana Street Park for winter 2022-23
- Presentations from the Boardwalk Condominium/Tunnel Bay Boat Club, the 1000 Islands Regatta, and the Aquatarium on Brockville Tourism 2022
Planning and Operations Committee
The Planning and Operations Committee is reviewing requests to waive required security deposits for two developments: 653973 Ontario Ltd. (Bridlewood Homes) on Shearer Drive and the Upper Canada District School Board for school projects. Staff recommend denying the Bridlewood request but approving the UCDSB waivers. The committee will also consider a zoning amendment at 7 Central Avenue East, a sign by-law amendment at 556 King Street West, and a grass cutting contract.
- Staff recommend denying 653973 Ontario Ltd.'s request to waive a $965,480 security deposit for Shearer Drive in the Bridlewood Subdivision
- Staff recommend approving the Upper Canada District School Board's request to waive $118,525 for Westminster Public School expansion and $850,900 for a new school at 556 King Street West
- Zoning and Official Plan amendment proposed for 7 Central Avenue East to allow residential occupancy on the ground floor and lower level
- Sign by-law amendment requested for an oversized ground sign at 556 King Street West for the Upper Canada District School Board
- Grass cutting contract for athletic fields and perimeters to be done by City staff, with a $3,750 operating budget increase and $1,000 capital
Arena Advisory Committee
The City of Brockville Arena Advisory Committee meets on April 5, 2022, to approve minutes from its February 15, 2022 meeting and take up new business. Items listed for discussion include hot water in the dressing rooms at the Memorial Centre, an update on the RFP for the Arena Facility Project, and an update on the COVID-19 Assessment Centre in the Community Hall. The agenda does not include any decisions on contracts, spending, or bylaws.
- Hot water in the dressing rooms at the Memorial Centre
- Update on RFP for Arena Facility Project
- Update on the COVID-19 Assessment Centre in the Community Hall
- Approval of minutes from the February 15, 2022 meeting
Committee of Adjustment
The City of Brockville Committee of Adjustment meets March 23, 2022 to hear two minor variance applications under the Ontario Planning Act. One seeks a reduced exterior side yard setback at 421 Brock Street to allow a basement entrance for a possible future apartment; the other seeks a reduced interior side yard setback at 37 Sevenoaks Avenue to allow a sunroom addition. The committee will also adopt minutes from its February 23, 2022 meeting. Decisions become final 20 days after the decision if no appeals are filed.
- 421 Brock Street (A03/22): reduce exterior side yard setback for a semi-detached dwelling from 4.5 m to 3.3 m to allow a basement entrance (egress)
- 37 Sevenoaks Avenue (A04/22): reduce interior side yard setback for a single detached dwelling from 1.2 m to 1.0 m to allow a south-side sunroom
- 37 Sevenoaks Avenue condition: the rear-yard shed must obtain a building permit and be relocated to meet the 1.2 m accessory-structure setback
- Building Division notes Ontario Building Code limits on south-facing glazed openings and requires a 45-minute fire-resistance rating at the 1.0 m limiting distance
- Adoption of the Committee of Adjustment minutes dated 23 February 2022
Council
Brockville City Council meets March 22, 2022 to consider six bylaws, including adopting the 2022 operating, capital, water and wastewater budgets, establishing general fees and service charges, and authorizing telephone and internet voting for all future municipal and school board elections. Council will also receive a staff report on 2021 council remuneration and expenses, hear a delegation from Refugees for Brockville, and consider declaring April 7 as Green Shirt Day for organ donor registration. A closed session at 5:00 pm will address a personal matter about an identifiable individual and a proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition.
- By-law 023-2022 to adopt the 2022 Operating, Capital, Water and Wastewater Budgets
- By-law 022-2022 to establish general fees and service charges
- Staff Report 2022-46 recommends a by-law authorizing telephone and internet voting for all future municipal and school board elections; the 2022 election contract is budgeted at $38,750.00
- By-law 021-2022 to approve an application to Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation for long-term financing of capital work and authorize debentures
- By-law 025-2022 to establish a Museum Reserve Fund for expansion and relocation of the Brockville Museum
Airport Commission
The Brockville 1000 Islands Regional Tackaberry Airport Commission meets Friday, March 11, 2022 at 9:00 AM at the airport and virtually. The agenda covers approval of the February 4, 2022 minutes, continued business on tourism opportunities, an airport manager job description, capital budget development, and a city staff project update, plus new business on hangar rates and fuel prices, "Under the Wing" camping for Flight Club and Tall Ships Weekend, and a code of conduct. No dollar figures, contracts, or decisions are listed on the agenda itself; most items are set for discussion.
- Approval of minutes from the February 4, 2022 meeting
- New business: hangar rates and fuel prices
- "Under the Wing" camping at the airport for Flight Club and Tall Ships Weekend
- New business: code of conduct
- Continued items: tourism opportunities, airport manager job description, capital budget development, city staff project update
Council
Brockville City Council meets March 8, 2022, with a closed session at 5:30 pm on labour relations, then a public meeting at 6:00 pm. Council will consider consent-agenda items including a VIA Rail noise by-law exemption for construction at 141 Perth Street, a new Care and Use of Streets by-law, and 2021 water quality and pollution control reports. It will also review a public art project at 119 King Street West and harbour dock replacement updates, and read by-laws on board appointments and land removal from part lot control.
- VIA Rail Canada Inc. noise by-law exemption for construction at 141 Perth Street, 7:00 pm–5:00 am, 15 May–8 August 2022
- Draft Care and Use of Streets By-law to repeal By-law 095-1993
- 2021 Annual Water Quality Report for Brockville Drinking Water System received
- Public Art Project at 119 King Street West approved for May–September 2022, conditional on property owner approval
- Harbour Dock Replacement Project Update II: staff directed to plan for washrooms near Ernie Fox Quay and explore relocating Boardwalk Condominium docks
Planning and Operations Committee
The Planning and Operations Committee is reviewing a United Counties of Leeds and Grenville housing affordability report and recommendations, a staff request to join an e-permitting pilot using Cloudpermit software, and a proposed replacement of the Care and Use of Streets Bylaw. It will also receive annual water quality and water pollution control reports, a VIA Rail noise bylaw exemption for construction at 141 Perth Street, and a motion asking Ontario to dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal. Most items are recommendations to Council rather than final decisions.
- Housing Affordability Task Force report HA-013-2021 from the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, asking Brockville to approve its recommendations in principle
- Staff Report SR2022-43: application to the AMO/LAS-MPAC E-Permitting Pilot Project with Cloudpermit as a sole-source purchase funded in the 2022 budget
- Staff Report SR2022-38: repeal of Care and Use of Streets Bylaw 095-1993 and enactment of a draft replacement bylaw
- VIA Rail Canada Inc. noise bylaw exemption for construction at 141 Perth Street, 7:00 pm to 5:00 am, 15 May 2022 to 8 August 2022, for platform replacement and parking area work
- Councillor Deery motion asking the Government of Ontario to dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee
The Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee meets March 1, 2022 to hear a Downtown Brockville BIA community art proposal and a staff report on a STEPS public art project at 119 King Street West. It will also receive the Brockville Museum's 2021 annual report and a staff report on the Harbour Dock Replacement Project. Several items are recommendations to Council, including dock policy and washroom plans near Ernie Fox Quay Harbour.
- Public art project proposed for 119 King Street West for display May-September 2022, conditional on written approval from the property owner
- Downtown Brockville BIA community art proposal: 48-inch by 600-inch banner at 119 King St W, display April 30-September 30, 2022
- Brockville Museum Board of Management 2021 Annual Report received for information
- Harbour Dock Replacement Project Update II: staff directed to prepare a draft plan and policy on complimentary transient day-docking
- Staff directed to prepare a plan for washroom facilities near Ernie Fox Quay Harbour and explore relocating Boardwalk Condominium docks to Tunnel Bay
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
Brockville's Planning and Operations Committee held a public meeting on applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law 050-2014 for 7 Central Avenue East, a property owned by Mark and Julia McGlynn. The applications, submitted by Tracy Zander of ZanderPlan, would permit the existing building to be used as three residential dwelling units (basement, main floor, second floor) and allow an access aisle of less than 6.0 m from Central Avenue to rear parking. Staff Report 2022-35 recommends the report be received for information and that a detailed report with a recommendation come back to the committee at a future meeting; no decision was made at this meeting.
- Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 7 Central Avenue East (Part Lot 9, Block 27, Plan 67) to permit 3 residential units in a building currently zoned C2 – General Commercial
- Requested zoning change to C2 – General Commercial Special Exception to allow residential uses in the basement and ground floor, apartment units exceeding 100% of non-residential gross floor area, and an access aisle of less than 6.0 m
- Property described as approximately 0.27 acres with 15.2 m frontage and 72.7 m average depth; building constructed in 1956 and converted to residential use in 2014
- Staff Report 2022-35 received for information; no decision made, with a future report to include detailed analysis and a staff recommendation
- Comments received: Building Services, Operations, Engineering, Hydro One, Fire Department, and Enbridge Gas raised no objections or concerns
Committee of Adjustment
Brockville's Committee of Adjustment meets on February 23, 2022 to consider two minor variance applications. One would reduce the exterior side yard parking area setback at 33 Central Avenue West from 4.5 metres to 0.9 metres for an accessible parking space at the Wesleyan Methodist Church. The other would reduce front yard setbacks at 1210/1212 Webster Crescent for a proposed semi-detached dwelling and unenclosed front porch. The committee will also vote to adopt minutes from its October 27, 2021 meeting.
- Minor variance A01/22: 33 Central Avenue West — reduce exterior side yard parking area setback from 4.5 m to 0.9 m for an accessible parking space, conditional on a site plan control agreement amendment
- Minor variance A02/22: 1210/1212 Webster Crescent — reduce front yard setback for a semi-detached dwelling from 6.0 m to 4.2 m and for an unenclosed front porch from 4.5 m to 3.2 m
- Public hearing notices for both applications published in the Recorder & Times on February 3, 2022 and mailed to owners within 60 metres
- Engineering recommends camera inspection of two sanitary service lines near the proposed parking space at 33 Central Avenue West before and after construction
- Minutes of the October 27, 2021 Committee of Adjustment meeting up for adoption
Council
Brockville City Council meets February 22, 2022 to give final approval to the 2022 budget, including a City Department operating levy of $21,343,23 and a capital budget of $7,088,229. Council will also consider financing for replacement docks at Ernie Fox Quay and Tunnel Bay, including a seasonal marina user fee of $76 per foot for 2022. Five by-laws are up for reading, including Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 125 Stewart Boulevard and a by-law for 271 Perth Street. The agenda also includes a closed session on a personal matter and a land acquisition or disposition.
- 2022 budget final approval: City Department operating levy of $21,343,23 and capital budget of $7,088,229
- Dock replacement financing for Ernie Fox Quay and Tunnel Bay, with a proposed seasonal marina user fee of $76 per foot for 2022
- Debenture application to Infrastructure Ontario for 2021 capital projects totaling $904,462
- By-law 011-2022 and 012-2022: Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 125 Stewart Boulevard
- By-law 014-2022: Zoning By-law amendment for 271 Perth Street
Arena Advisory Committee
The City of Brockville Arena Advisory Committee meets at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at the Memorial Centre. The agenda is largely procedural: approval of the January 11, 2022 minutes, then updates on the Memorial Centre hall and lobby, contracts and the possible extension of the ice season, and arena expansion and the scope of work for current Memorial Centre items. No delegations or new business are listed.
- Approval of minutes from the January 11, 2022 Arena Advisory Committee meeting
- Update on Memorial Centre hall and lobby
- Update on contracts, including investigating extending the ice season
- Update on arena expansion and scope of work for current Memorial Centre items
- No delegations or new business listed on the agenda
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee is reviewing two staff reports. One asks Council to borrow $904,462 through Infrastructure Ontario for 2021 capital equipment already purchased, and the other asks Council to direct staff to plan for continuing the cross-boundary River Route transit pilot as a permanent service. The committee itself is not the final decision-maker; the recommendations would go to Council.
- SR2022-28: authorize borrowing $904,462 from Infrastructure Ontario for 2021 capital purchases (Vac Truck $535,720, Front End Loader $328,073, Double Drum Roller $40,699)
- Debenture rate rose from 1.90% on September 17, 2021 to 2.74% on February 7, 2022, adding $2,139 per semi-annual payment
- Fire Rescue Unit ($500,000 budgeted) not yet delivered or paid; taking its debt early would cost $28,671 in 2022
- SR2022-27: direct staff to create a long-term operational and capital plan with partner municipalities to make the River Route permanent
- River Route pilot runs from Brockville to Cardinal and is scheduled to end February 25, 2022; Prescott survey reports 94.12% of general respondents want it permanent
Council
Brockville City Council is meeting on February 8, 2022, to consider the 2022 budget, including a City Department operating levy of $21,343,239 and a capital budget of $8,763,842. Council will also vote on several planning and procurement items, including a zoning change at 271 Perth Street and a major redevelopment at 125 Stewart Boulevard. The agenda includes consent items for chemical purchases and dock projects, plus a request to refund $630.00 in sign permit fees to St John's United Church.
- 2022 City Department operating levy of $21,343,239, including a $400,000 decrease in contribution to Fiscal Policy Reserve and $50,000 of Safe Restart Funds
- City Department Capital Budget of $8,763,842, including $1,675,613 for Tunnel Bay Harbour and Ernie Fox Quay dock replacement
- Zoning amendment at 271 Perth Street to allow 3 residential units
- Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for Brockville Shopping Centre at 125 Stewart Boulevard, permitting 2 residential towers up to 36.0 metres and a maximum height of 12 storeys
- Request to refund $630.00 in sign permit fees to St John's United Church
Airport Commission
The Brockville 1000 Islands Regional Tackaberry Airport Commission met on February 4, 2022 and approved its January 6, 2022 minutes. The Commission discussed upcoming projects including a new fuel dispensing system and line painting, both to be tendered in the spring, and an instrument approach procedure submission sent to Nav Canada. It also agreed to fold the airport website into the City of Brockville site and began compiling a list of capital requirements and airport assets.
- Fuel dispensing system: tender expected later this spring; scope of work being developed
- Line painting: to be tendered in the spring, with centre lines and runway numbers as priorities
- Instrument approach procedures: submission sent to Nav Canada, response forthcoming
- Airport website to be incorporated into the City of Brockville site with links to the Tourism website
- Capital budget development: Commission to compile a list of airport assets, values, and life expectancy
Planning and Operations Committee
The Planning and Operations Committee is reviewing staff reports on sole-source chemical and biosolids contracts for the city's water and wastewater plants, plus annual building, by-law and planning activity reports. It is also considering an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for the Brockville Shopping Centre at 125 Stewart Boulevard to allow a mixed-use centre with two residential towers up to 36 metres, and a rezoning at 271 Perth Street to permit three residential units. Other items include a sign permit fee refund for St John's United Church, a change to the recommended location for EEC tiny homes, and a proposed 4-way stop at Broadway Avenue and First Avenue.
- Official Plan Amendment No. 22 and Zoning By-law Amendment for 125 Stewart Boulevard: redesignation, ground-floor residential occupancy, maximum height of 12 storeys, and two residential towers up to 36.0 metres
- Zoning By-law Amendment at 271 Perth Street to rezone from C1-5 Local Commercial Special Exception Zone to R3 General Residential Zone for 3 residential units
- Sole source purchase with SNF Canada for flocculent polymer at the WPCC, with a 2022 budget estimate of $70,000
- Sole source procurement with THF Limited DBA GFL Environmental for dried biosolids disposal at $100.29 per metric ton, with a 2022 budget estimate of $178,000
- Purchase of Aluminum Sulphate from Kemira Water Solutions Inc. at $296.00/tonne, with a 2022 budget estimate of $105,000
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee
Brockville's Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee meets Feb. 1, 2022 to hear a Special Olympics request to convert Hardy Park shuffleboard courts to bocce courts, and to consider staff reports on the 2021 Municipal Accommodation Tax, the Centeen Park seawall repair, Ernie Fox Quay harbour fees, and the Harbour Dock Replacement Project. The seawall report seeks direction to use an alternative armour-stone repair method after the lowest of five tenders came in at $242,350 plus tax against a $112,500 approved budget. The harbour reports seek direction on updated transient and seasonal slip fees and a single-source tender to Kehoe Marine Construction for electrical and plumbing work.
- Special Olympics delegation requests re-purposing Hardy Park shuffleboard courts into two bocce courts, citing a $10,700 donation from 100 Women Who Care 1000 Islands and no cost to the City
- Centeen Park seawall: five tenders received, lowest at $242,350 plus tax versus $112,500 approved in the 2019 budget; staff propose an armour-stone alternative
- 2021 Municipal Accommodation Tax year-end: $306,590.78 to be collected, split 50/50 between the Destination Marketing Organization ($153,295.39) and the City ($153,295.39)
- Ernie Fox Quay Operating Plan financial plan seeks direction on updated transient and seasonal slip fees and new seasonal slip fee modifiers
- Harbour Dock Replacement Project Update I seeks direction to proceed with a single-source tender to Kehoe Marine Construction for the design-build electrical and plumbing option
Council
Brockville Council meets January 25, 2022 to receive 2022 budget requests from community partners including the Frontenac Arch Biosphere, Aquatarium, Brockville Public Library, Volunteer Centre, and Downtown Brockville BIA, and to consider a 2022 budget update report. Council will also vote on an interim tax levy with a February 28, 2022 due date and a final levy due August 31, 2022, plus appointments to boards and committees. A closed session will address a proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition and negotiation instructions.
- 2022 interim tax levy due February 28, 2022; final levy due August 31, 2022
- Budget requests received from Frontenac Arch Biosphere ($5,800 requested), Aquatarium capital projects, Brockville Public Library, Volunteer Centre, and Downtown Brockville BIA
- Appointments: Robert Kennedy and Peter Glazier to Brockville Airport Commission (term to November 14, 2025); removal of Megan Lawson and Haley Veronyak from Brockville Museum Board and Siobhan Brodowski from Downtown BIA Board
- By-law 003-2022 to amend Sign By-law 84-89 for 70 King Street East (File 84-89-58)
- Report SR2022-9 2022 Budget Update includes direction on community partner funding, incremental items, and Dock Replacement project funding options
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee meets Jan. 18, 2022 to review three staff reports. It will consider renewing city insurance with Halpenny Insurance Broker for two years at $580,545 in 2022 and $670,545 in 2023, and setting the 2022 interim tax levy due Feb. 28 and final levy due Aug. 31. It will also discuss asking the province to allow a citizen appointee to the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority. No delegations, correspondence, or new business are listed.
- SR2022-4: 2022 insurance renewal with Halpenny Insurance Broker at $580,545 (2022) and $670,545 (2023), excluding taxes; property values rose by close to $15 million to $233 million
- SR2022-5: 2022 interim tax levy at 50% of 2021 annualized taxes, due Feb. 28, 2022; final levy due Aug. 31, 2022
- SR2022-3: request to Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks for an exception under Section 14 of the Conservation Authorities Act to allow a citizen appointee to the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority
- Consent agenda to place committee-recommended items on the consent agenda
- Committee tracking report lists outstanding items including non-resident user fees, downtown parking, and cross-boundary transit pilot
Council - 18 Jan 2022 (including Budget)
Brockville Council met on January 18, 2022 to receive three 2022 budget requests from community partners. The Aquatarium asked for $375,000 above its base city funding, the Brockville Pickleball Club presented a plan for 8 new courts, and the YMCA of Eastern Ontario requested $150,000 gross ($120,000 net) for its Brockville pool. The agenda included no by-laws, staff reports, or other business; the only decision item was a confirmatory by-law for the meeting.
- Aquatarium seeks $375,000 above base funding for 2022; city contributions have declined from $650,000 (2019) to $525,000 (2022)
- Brockville Pickleball Club proposes 8 new courts at a total cost of $250,000, with the club contributing $59,000 (24%) and the City $191,000 (76%)
- YMCA of Eastern Ontario requests $150,000 gross ($120,000 net) for Brockville YMCA pool operations, capital maintenance and repairs
- Pickleball site would relocate the existing Goldie Christopher ball diamond further east to accommodate Memorial Civic Centre expansion
- Confirmatory By-law Number 002-2022 to confirm the proceedings of the January 18, 2022 meeting
Council
Brockville City Council meets January 11, 2022, with a closed session at 4:30 pm under the Municipal Act to discuss a position or instruction for municipal negotiations. On the open agenda, council is asked to award Kehoe Marine Construction Ltd. the lowest acceptable tender to build, deliver, and install docks at Ernie Fox Quay and Tunnel Bay for $1,012,186.27 including net HST, funded by debenture. Council will also receive the 2022 Budget Community Partners report and hear funding requests from the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority, University Hospitals Kingston Foundation, and Brockville Police Services. Other items include a sign by-law amendment for St. John's United Church at 70 King Street East and 32 Park Street, the purchase of two 2022 F-250 4x4 trucks, board appointments, and a Bell Let's Talk Day proclamation.
- Dock replacement tender: Kehoe Marine Construction Ltd. at $1,012,186.27 including net HST for Ernie Fox Quay and Tunnel Bay, funded by debenture
- Sign By-law 84-89 amendment for an electronic message board at 70 King Street East and 34 Park Street, ground sign up to 10.0 square metres
- Purchase of two 2022 F-250 4x4 trucks from East Court Ford Lincoln Sales Limited for Water and Wastewater
- 2022 Budget Community Partners report with funding requests from Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority, University Hospitals Kingston Foundation, and Brockville Police Services
- Appointments: Councillor Beatty to Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority Board, Councillor Deery to Downtown Business Improvement Area Board, and T. Barnes removed from Economic Development, Recreation and Tourism Committee
Arena Advisory Committee
The City of Brockville Arena Advisory Committee meets virtually on January 11, 2022, to approve minutes from November 30, 2021, and to select a new chair. Members will hear updates on the Memorial Centre hall and lobby, contracts, and arena expansion. No delegations or presentations are scheduled, and no new business is listed beyond adjournment.
- Selection of a new committee chair
- Update on Memorial Centre Hall and Lobby
- Update on contracts
- Update on arena expansion
- Approval of minutes from the November 30, 2021 meeting
Airport Commission
The Brockville 1000 Islands Regional Tackaberry Airport Commission meets Thursday, January 6, 2022 at 9:00 AM at the Airport and virtually. The agenda includes a City staff update on various projects, the Brockville Official City Plan, a letter from Transport Canada, an Airport Code of Conduct, and lease and landing rates for the airport hangar. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn until its next regular meeting on February 4, 2022.
- Lease rate and landing rates for the airport hangar on the agenda
- Brockville Official City Plan to be discussed
- Letter from Transport Canada on the agenda
- Airport Code of Conduct proposed for discussion
- City staff update on various projects
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee
The Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism Committee is reviewing two staff reports on replacing docks at Ernie Fox Quay and Tunnel Bay harbours. Staff recommend awarding the steel and wood dock work to Kehoe Marine Construction Ltd. at $1,012,186.27 including net HST, funded by debenture, with additional electrical, plumbing, and permitting work to be tendered separately. A second report proposes operating the Ernie Fox Quay harbour for the 2022 boating season under a first-year plan, including user fee changes and projected additional revenue of $134,020 and expenses of $102,305. A delegation from Simon Fuller on the Dock Tender and Ernie Fox Quay Harbour Operating Plan is also scheduled.
- Award of dock fabrication, delivery, and installation to Kehoe Marine Construction Ltd. for $1,012,186.27 including net HST, funded by debenture
- Tender results: Kehoe $1,012,186.27; Hybrid $1,017,373.08; Waterside $1,087,954.83; Kropf $1,475,847.58
- Ernie Fox Quay redesign increases slips from 35 to 50, plus 6 dry-dock slips for personal watercraft; Tunnel Bay goes from 61 to 67 regular slips
- Ernie Fox Quay 2022 operating plan with proposed user fee schedule changes and a proposed non-City resident user fee
- Projected Ernie Fox Quay operating budget: $134,020 additional revenue, $102,305 additional operational expenses, $10,500 additional capital expenses from Fiscal Policy Reserve
Planning and Operations Committee - Public Meeting
Brockville's Planning and Operations Committee held a public meeting on January 4, 2022, to receive two staff reports on proposed zoning changes. Both reports were received for information only; staff will prepare further reports with recommendations for a future committee meeting. No decisions on the rezoning applications were made at this meeting.
- SR2021-234: Proposal to rezone 271 Perth Street from C1-5 Local Commercial Special Exception to R3 General Residential to allow three residential apartment units in an existing building
- SR2021-229: Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for Brockville Shopping Centre at 125 Stewart Boulevard
- 271 Perth Street property is approximately 0.3 acres with 36.8 m frontage on Perth Street; owner is Susan Newman
- Building Services noted no objections but a Change of Use permit would be required for the occupancy change at 271 Perth Street
- No objections or concerns from Operations, Brockville Fire, Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority, Bell, Police, or Engineering for 271 Perth Street
Planning and Operations Committee
Brockville's Planning and Operations Committee meets January 4, 2022 to consider a sign by-law amendment for St. John's United Church and the purchase of two trucks for water and wastewater work. The committee will also hear a delegation from Pat Markovich of St. John's United Church and handle routine items like the consent agenda and adjournment. No correspondence, board reports, or new business items are listed.
- Sign By-law 84-89 amendment to allow an electronic message board in a ground sign at 70 King Street East and 32/34 Park Street, up to 10.0 square metres
- Purchase of two 2022 F-250 4x4 trucks from East Court Ford Lincoln Sales Limited for $105,238 (including net HST), within a $115,200 budget
- Second bid for the trucks from Riverside Ford at $110,521
- Delegation from Pat Markovich of St. John's United Church
- Adjournment until the next regular meeting on February 1, 2022