Brockville public meetings in 2024
94 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council (Special - Closed)
This is a special closed meeting of Brockville City Council. The agenda contains no public business; all items are listed as nil. Council will move into a closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual and a proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition, then reconvene to pass a confirmatory by-law.
- Closed session under Section (b): personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees
- Closed session under Section (c): proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land for municipal or local board purposes
- Confirmatory By-law 097-2024 to confirm proceedings of the special meeting
Tall Ships Festival Committee
The Tall Ships Festival Committee is meeting to discuss the 2025 festival, including aligning objectives with the City of Brockville's strategic plan, reviewing grant updates, and considering sponsorship funding. The committee will also receive updates on the Aquatarium program, admissions and ticketing, and sub-committee reports on vendors, food trucks, logistics, and the Hardy Park Kids Zone. Two ticket pricing options are presented for consideration, projecting revenues of $375,050 or $494,220.
- Review of two ticket pricing options for 2025, with projected revenues of $375,050 (Option 1) and $494,220 (Option 2)
- Discussion of funding requests for festival activities: Tall Ship Racers ($4,000), Mini Train ($8,000), Crash ($1,000), and Mermaids ($10,000)
- Update on grant applications and potential stacking of provincial grants
- Seeking sponsorships for the 2025 festival
- Sub-committee reports on Vendor Village, Food Truck and Beer Garden, Logistics, and Hardy Park Kids Zone
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism on designating heritage properties. They will also discuss updates on heritage property insurance, a heritage symposium, and heritage awards criteria. The meeting follows a previous session where a proposal for a 12-unit affordable housing development at First Presbyterian Church was reviewed.
- Presentation on Designation of Heritage Properties by Chris Lawless, Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism
- Heritage Property Insurance Update
- Heritage symposium update
- Heritage Awards Criteria
- Previous discussion: First Presbyterian Church proposal for 12-unit affordable housing at 10-16 Church Street
Council
This Council meeting includes decisions on the 2025 water and wastewater budget (including a proposed scenario with increased reserve contributions and lead service replacement funding), a new cash-in-lieu of parking fee structure, and a proposal to waive building permit and development charge fees for affordable housing. Council will also consider several routine items, including appointments, a temporary borrowing by-law, and zoning amendments.
- Approve $191,818 for tunnel kiosk upgrades (NEMA 4X enclosures) funded by fiscal policy reserve
- Establish cash-in-lieu of parking fees: $6,500 per space (indexed $300/year for 10 years) for reductions of 3+ spaces; $2,500 per space for up to 2 spaces; $0 for affordable housing projects
- Final approval of Stirling Meadows subdivision plan (Juliada Holdings Inc.)
- Approve 2025 temporary borrowing by-law up to $6,000,000 for working capital
- Waive building permit and development charge fees for affordable housing (2-bedroom under $300,000; 3-bedroom under $400,000)
Arena Advisory Committee
The Arena Advisory Committee will receive updates on the arena expansion project, the 2024 IIHF World Jr. Pre-tournament, and TIKI's Room. The expansion design is 100% complete, but the project awaits Hydro response, property acquisition, and permits. The committee will also discuss hiring a part-time fundraiser and a roof replacement funding application.
- Arena expansion design 100% complete; awaiting Hydro response, property acquisition, permits
- Funding application to replace Memorial Centre roof for 2025
- 2024 IIHF World Jr. Pre-tournament: volunteer recruitment and possible game rescheduling
- TIKI's Room on agenda for discussion
- Canteen operations grossed $8K to date
General Committee
The General Committee will hear a tourism year-end review and consider several staff recommendations, including a temporary borrowing bylaw of up to $6,000,000 for 2025, a shift of Engineering and Infrastructure reporting to the Planning and Development Committee, and adoption of an expenses report under Ontario Regulation 284/09. A notice of motion from Mayor Wren directs staff to bring a recommendation on repairing 13 control and power pedestals in the Railway Tunnel to the December 10 Council meeting.
- 2025 Temporary Borrowing Bylaw authorizing up to $6,000,000 for working capital
- Engineering and Infrastructure department to report to Planning and Development Committee as of January 1, 2025
- Adoption of expenses excluded from 2025 Budget per Ontario Regulation 284/09
- Notice of motion: remedial repairs to 13 control and power pedestals in the Railway Tunnel
- 2024 Tourism Year in Review presentation
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to consider proposed amendments to Zoning By-law 050-2014 for the property at 224 King Street East. The owner seeks to add 'business and professional office' as a permitted use, as the current special exception only allows a medical clinic with up to three doctors. Staff and several departments have expressed no concerns, subject to building and fire code compliance.
- Proposed zoning amendment at 224 King Street East to permit business and professional office use
- Property currently occupied by a medical clinic; owner is Shane Skinner
- Site is 1,243 m² with frontage on King Street East (23 m) and North Augusta Road (54.7 m)
- No concerns from Building, Engineering, Fire, Operations, and Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider three staff recommendations: rezoning 803 Chelsea Street to allow offices and clinics, establishing cash-in-lieu of parking fees, and granting final approval for the Stirling Meadows subdivision. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes and adjournment.
- Rezone 803 Chelsea Street from C4 to C4 Special Exception to permit Business & Professional Offices and Clinics or Medical Offices
- Set cash-in-lieu of parking fee at $6,500 per space for reductions of 3+ spaces, indexed $300/year for 10 years
- Set cash-in-lieu of parking fee at $2,500 per space for reductions up to 2 spaces
- Set cash-in-lieu of parking fee at $0 for affordable housing program properties with up to 2 spaces reduction
- Grant final approval for Stirling Meadows plan of subdivision (Juliada Holdings Inc.)
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockville Committee of Adjustment will hold public meetings to decide on three minor variance applications: allowing two Sea Can containers at 885 Stewart Boulevard, permitting a dock at 275 King Street, and reducing a rear yard setback at 211 Adley Drive. The committee will also adopt minutes from its September 23, 2024 meeting.
- Minor variance to allow two Sea Can containers in front yard at 885 Stewart Boulevard (A17/24)
- Minor variance to permit a 3.65m x 6.1m dock on vacant lot at 275 King Street (A18/24)
- Minor variance to reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 6.0m for deck at 211 Adley Drive (A19/24)
- Adoption of minutes from September 23, 2024 meeting
CANCELLED Special Council - 27 Nov 2024 Budget
This special Council meeting is scheduled to consider the 2025 Water and Wastewater Operating and Capital Budgets, along with proposed user fees, but only if the budget matters from the November 26, 2024 meeting were not completed. The agenda includes motions to approve the operating budgets, capital budgets, and the associated water and wastewater rates, as well as the 2025 user fees effective January 1, 2025. The meeting is marked as cancelled, so it may not occur.
- Approve 2025 Water Operating Budget with net expenses of $3,796,245 (8.7% increase)
- Approve 2025 Wastewater Operating Budget with net expenses of $5,618,202 (3.23% increase)
- Approve Water Capital Budget of $1,830,000 funded by rates ($305,000), grants ($725,000), reserves ($800,000)
- Approve Wastewater Capital Budget of $961,000 funded by rates ($881,000) and grants ($80,000)
- Approve 2025 User Fees effective January 1, 2025
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the 2024 Initial Recommendations Report on Improving Accessible Customer Service Standards, which proposes changes to Ontario Regulation 191/11 under the AODA. The committee will also receive updates on site plan circulation, accessible meeting locations, and various accessibility projects. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and adjourning to the next meeting on January 28, 2025.
- Review of 2024 Initial Recommendations Report on accessible customer service standards
- Update on site plan circulation
- Discussion on more accessible meeting location
- Updates on bus stops, parks, parking audits, and other projects
- Discussion on Ontario Accessibility Standards and Oshawa Universal Design Standards
Council
Council will vote on the 2025 water and wastewater operating and capital budgets, totaling over $9.4 million in net expenses, and approve new user fees effective January 1, 2025. They will also consider a bid to host the 2027 Ontario 55+ Summer Games, updates to the winter maintenance policy, and a design option for the Main Sewage Pump Station.
- 2025 Water Operating Budget: $3,796,245 net expenses; Wastewater Operating Budget: $5,618,202 net expenses
- Water Capital Budget: $1,830,000 (funded by rates, grants, reserves); Wastewater Capital Budget: $961,000 (funded by rates, grants)
- 2025 User Fees to become effective January 1, 2025
- Bid proposal to host 2027 Ontario 55+ Summer Games
- Winter Maintenance Policy amendments for Parkedale Ave., Jefferson Dr., Flanders Rd. sidewalks
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting minutes and welcoming a new member. They will also discuss an alteration to a designated building, along with updates on heritage projects, insurance, and the 2025 Heritage Award.
- Alteration to a designated building, presented by Planner Nick Burnie
- Update on Centeen Park Main Pumping Station
- Discussion on insurance for heritage homes
- 2025 Heritage Award planning
- Library plaque damage report
General Committee
The General Committee will consider submitting a bid to host the 2027 Ontario 55+ Summer Games, expected to bring up to 1,400 participants and an estimated $1.5 million in economic impact. They will also review updates to the Winter Maintenance Policy, approve a design for the Main Sewage Pump Station, and receive year-end and variance reports. Delegations include the Elizabethtown Snowmobile Club seeking trail use along Centennial Road and the Every Kid in Our Communities Coalition discussing child-focused initiatives.
- Bid to host 2027 Ontario 55+ Summer Games (est. $1.5M economic impact)
- Winter Maintenance Policy amendments for Parkedale Ave., Jefferson Dr., Flanders Rd. extension
- Approve Main Sewage Pump Station exterior design (Option 1 - Traditional)
- Receive 2023 Year End Update and November 2024 variance reports
- Elizabethtown Snowmobile Club requests road allowance use along Centennial Road
Railway Tunnel Committee
The Railway Tunnel Committee will meet to adopt minutes from July 2024 and receive staff reports on the 2024 tunnel season and 2025 projects. No delegations or correspondence are scheduled. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the two staff reports.
- Adoption of July 11, 2024 minutes
- 2024 Tunnel Season Update
- 2025 Tunnel Projects
Council
Brockville Council will consider several routine items, including appointments, proclamations, and the 2025 meeting calendar. Key decisions include a zoning amendment to allow a refreshment vehicle at 2360 Parkedale Avenue for three years, an extension of the development charge by-law, and adoption of a new procedural by-law. Council will also hear a presentation on physician recruitment and health human resources.
- Rezone 2360 Parkedale Avenue from C3 to T-C3 to permit a refreshment vehicle for 3 years
- Amend Development Charge By-law 012-2020 to remove its January 14, 2025 expiry
- Adopt new procedural by-law effective January 1, 2025, repealing By-law 113-80
- Proclaim November as Woman Abuse Prevention Month and fly flag at Tunnel Bay Nov 25-Dec 11
- Approve 2025 Council and Standing Committee meeting schedule
Tall Ships Festival Committee
The Tall Ships Festival Committee is meeting to discuss the 2025 festival, including a draft budget with projected revenues of $605,000 and expenses of $512,000, and to resume discussion on admission rates. They will also consider appointing a new committee chair and receive updates on ship confirmations, grants, and sponsorship funding. The agenda includes planning details for the beer garden, entertainment, vendors, and volunteer coordination.
- Draft 2025 budget: $605,000 projected revenues, $512,000 expenses, $93,000 surplus
- Admission price increase discussion (2022 sales: 5,001 passports, 766 general admission)
- Appointing new committee chair (J. Devlin, Festival Organizer)
- Updates on Tall Ships America ship confirmations and grant/sponsorship funding
- Beer garden planning: tent rental $4,380 for 3 days, possible title sponsor increase to $6,000
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider three staff reports: a zoning amendment to allow a refreshment vehicle at 2360 Parkedale Avenue for an additional three years, an amendment to repeal the expiry date of the Development Charge By-law, and a new cash-in-lieu of parking fee. The meeting also includes minutes from the Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee and the Municipal Heritage Committee.
- Rezone 2360 Parkedale Avenue from C3 to T-C3 to permit a refreshment vehicle for 3 years (expiring fall 2027)
- Amend Development Charge By-law 012-2020 to remove its January 14, 2025 expiry date
- Establish cash-in-lieu of parking fee at $6,500 per space with $300 annual indexing for 10 years
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to consider proposed amendments to Zoning By-law 050-2014 for the property at 803 Chelsea Street. The amendment would rezone the property to 'C2 - Highway Commercial Special Exception' to permit professional and medical offices and clinics as legal uses. The property is currently occupied by Truespeed Internet Services and was formerly the site of Chateau Brock Restaurant & Banquet Hall.
- Proposed zoning amendment for 803 Chelsea Street to 'C2 - Highway Commercial Special Exception'
- Special exception to permit professional and medical offices and clinics
- Property area approximately 3982.5 m² with 53.6m frontage
- Site visit conducted by staff on 10 October 2024
- Surrounding lands include EP - Environmental Protection zones and C4-6 Highway Commercial zones
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Brockville Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive staff reports on accessible events, site plan reviews, para-transit ride capacity, accessible bus stops, and planning for its annual public meeting. The agenda also includes member reports, including an update on experiencing city sidewalks in a wheelchair. The meeting is a regular business session with no public delegations or correspondence listed.
- Staff report on accessible events by J. Devlin, Tourism
- Site Plan Review status update by L. Murray
- Para-Transit Ride Capacity Update by M. Locke
- Accessible Bus Stop Status Update by M. Locke
- Annual Public Meeting planning discussion
Council
Council will consider approving an application to the Community Sports and Recreation Infrastructure Fund for the Multi-Use Recreation Facility (MURF) project, with a 50:50 cost-sharing commitment. They will also vote on establishing a capital campaign committee and a part-time fundraising coordinator to support the facility's construction. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including a tax sale extension, a fire protection agreement, and blue box collection changes.
- Approve CSRIF Stream 2 application for Multi-Use Recreation Facility (MURF) with 50:50 cost sharing
- Establish Multi-Use Recreation Capital Campaign Committee and part-time Fundraising Coordinator (10 hrs/week)
- Tax sale extension agreement for 110 Brock St. property
- Fire protection automatic aid agreement with Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley
- Additional $10,155 for Brock Trail Ferguson Falls signage and handrails
Tall Ships Festival Committee
The Tall Ships Festival Committee is meeting to plan the 2025 festival, including assigning committee roles, reviewing updates from Tall Ships America, and discussing the draft budget. They will also consider a proposal for a beer garden at Centeen Park and vendor contracts. The agenda includes routine items like adopting previous minutes and adjourning.
- Discussion and assignment of committee roles for festival planning
- Updates on ship confirmations, Ontario grants, and Tall Ships America
- Review of updated draft budget with projected revenues of $673,724 and expenses of $487,000
- Proposal for a beer garden and stage at Centeen Park
- Vendor contracts discussion
General Committee
The General Committee will consider several staff recommendations, including a tax sale extension agreement for 110 Brock St., a new sponsorship and donations policy, changes to blue box collection, and additional expenses for the Brock Trail. They will also discuss applications for provincial funding and a capital campaign for the Multi-Use Recreation Facility (MURF), as well as a fire service agreement with Elizabethtown-Kitley.
- Tax sale extension agreement for 110 Brock St. to pay arrears by March 31, 2028
- Approval of Sponsorship, Advertising and Donations Policy (POL.A.234.157)
- Continue blue box collection for DBIA, discontinue for other non-eligible sources
- Additional $10,155 for Brock Trail Ferguson Falls signage and railings
- CSRIF application for MURF project with 50:50 cost sharing
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to consider a proposed amendment to Zoning By-law 050-2014 for the property at 2360 Parkedale Avenue. The amendment would permit a refreshment vehicle on the site for an additional three years, expiring in fall 2027. The site is currently occupied by a Canadian Tire Store, and staff report that the required parking will still be met.
- Proposed zoning amendment to permit a refreshment vehicle at 2360 Parkedale Avenue for three more years (expiring fall 2027)
- Site is 25,030 m² (6.2 acres) with 303 parking spaces; 6 spaces would be used for the refreshment vehicle
- Staff site visit on June 11, 2024 confirmed Canadian Tire Store and associated parking
- Parking requirement of 290 spaces would still be met after reduction to 297 spaces
Council
Brockville Council will consider several staff reports and by-laws, including a $47,137.90 change order for electrical design changes to the Multi-Use Recreation Facility, funded partly by the Arena Reserve. The agenda also includes routine items like proclamations, a tax sale extension agreement, and a mileage reimbursement rate adjustment. A closed session is scheduled to discuss negotiations regarding parking at 36-46 King Street West.
- Change order of $47,137.90 for Hydro One electrical design changes to the Multi-Use Recreation Facility, with $12,655 funded by Arena Reserve
- Sale of employment lands on Crocker Crescent - by-law to authorize purchase and sale agreement
- Tax sale extension agreement for 78 Buell St. for payment of tax arrears
- Staff mileage reimbursement rate adjusted to $0.70/km for first 5,000 km and $0.64/km after, effective October 1, 2024
- Approval of $100,000 for repairs to flat roofs 3 and 4 on the Brockville Memorial Center
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Brockville Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several accessibility-related items, including the results of a tourism accessibility survey, an update on a para-transit survey, and a report on a proposed Accessibility Coordinator position. The committee will also consider a request to improve wheelchair access to Block House Island during events. All items are for information or discussion, with no formal decisions expected.
- Tourism Accessibility Survey results: 40 respondents identified barriers like lack of ramps, inaccessible washrooms, and parking issues
- Para-Transit Survey: 79% of responses rated Excellent or Good; booking system received lowest ratings
- Accessibility Coordinator Position: estimated cost $60,000-$70,000/year; City Manager reviewing all new positions
- Request to move fencing at Block House Island to allow wheelchair/stroller access from boardwalk
- Committee to resume review of building plans/audits and Oshawa accessibility checklists
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider two applications for minor variances and consent to sever. The first involves 10 Stuart Street, proposing to sever a lot and reduce minimum lot area and frontage requirements. The second involves 42 Garden Street, proposing to sever land and reduce parking, bicycle parking, and setback requirements. The committee will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.
- 10 Stuart Street: reduce min. lot area from 360.0m² to 333.57m² and frontage from 12.0m to 10.9m for a proposed lot
- 42 Garden Street: reduce parking from 85 to 80 spaces and bicycle parking from 30 to 16 spaces on retained lot
- 42 Garden Street: reduce bicycle parking to 12 spaces, front yard setbacks from 8.0m to 7.0m, and side yard setbacks from 5.0m to 4.5m on proposed lot
- 42 Garden Street: allow parking in front/exterior side yard and balconies encroaching up to 1.5m
- Adoption of minutes from August 28, 2024 meeting
Tall Ships Festival Committee
The Tall Ships Festival Committee is meeting to organize the June 20-22, 2025 festival. They will review a proposed sponsorship package with tiered levels and a draft schedule of events and map. The committee will also elect a chair and set a preferred meeting date.
- Sponsorship tiers range from $50 (Tall Ships Friend) to $20,000 (Presenting Sponsor, only 1 available)
- Proposed festival schedule includes events at Tunnel Plaza/Blockhouse Island, Reynolds Park, and Hardy/Centennial Park
- Draft schedule features Parade of Sail, drone show, beer garden, and live music
- In-kind services needed: hotel rooms, food/water for volunteers, golf cart rentals, signage, printing
- Committee will elect a chair and receive Robert's Rules of Order training
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review the Heritage Designation Project report and scope, and to discuss updates to the Walking Tour brochure. They will also consider Victoria School drawings and Heritage Awards. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a plaque project update.
- Review new report and scope of Heritage Designation Project
- Walking Tour brochure update
- Victoria School drawings - M. Read
- Heritage Awards discussion
- Plaque project update
General Committee
The General Committee is deciding on several staff recommendations, including a tax sale extension agreement for 78 Buell St., an increase in the mileage reimbursement rate, and the creation of an administrative penalties system for non-parking offenses. They will also consider traffic modifications at two intersections, roof repairs at the Memorial Center, and funding applications for sports infrastructure.
- Tax sale extension agreement for 78 Buell St. to pay tax arrears by June 30, 2025
- Mileage reimbursement rate set to $0.70/km for first 5,000 km, $0.64/km after, effective Oct 1, 2024
- Draft by-law for Administrative Monetary Penalties for non-parking offenses, launch Jan 2025
- Traffic changes at Ormond St./Charlotte Place/Front Ave and Water St./Apple St., $15,962 from reserves
- $100,000 for Memorial Center roof repairs, plus CSRIF funding applications for MURF project
Arena Advisory Committee
The Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the arena expansion project, canteen operations, the 2024 IIHF World Jr. Pre-tournament application, and ice installation. They will also approve the minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural with no new business or public delegations.
- Update on Arena Expansion (MURF project)
- Canteen Operations at the Arenas
- 2024 IIHF World Jr. Pre-tournament
- Ice Installation Update
- Approval of August 8, 2024 minutes
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two minor variance applications. The first seeks a reduced rear yard setback for a deck at 1074 Shearer Drive, and the second requests a reduction in landscaped open space for a deck at 290 Adley Drive. The committee will also adopt minutes from a previous meeting and adjourn.
- Minor Variance A13/24: reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 5.75m for an uncovered deck at 1074 Shearer Drive
- Minor Variance A14/24: reduce landscaped open space from 40% to 35.4% for a rear yard deck at 290 Adley Drive
- Public hearing notices published in Recorder & Times on 8 August 2024 and mailed to owners within 60m
- Staff site inspection conducted 16 July 2024 for both properties
- No concerns from city departments and conservation authority for both applications
Council
Brockville Council is meeting to decide on several items, including rezoning two properties on Parkedale Avenue to permit a car wash and a shopping centre, approving contracts for sewer equipment and water services, and making appointments to committees. The agenda also includes a request to declare a music event of municipal significance and a resolution urging changes to child care funding ratios.
- Rezoning 2430 Parkedale Ave from C2 to C2 Special Exception for automated car wash
- Rezoning 3087 & 3111 Parkedale Ave to allow shopping centre with 12,500 sq m gross leasable area
- Purchase of sewer camera and reel from Pipescope Solutions for $11,600.64
- Bulk water station installation quote from Clarence McDonald Excavation for $15,823.68 plus $20,000 reserve funding
- Lead services replacement tender from Clarence McDonald Excavation for $69,552.96
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider three staff reports: two zoning by-law amendments for properties on Parkedale Avenue (a car wash at 2430 and a shopping centre at 3087 & 3111) and a cash-in-lieu of parking agreement for 12 Victoria Avenue. The committee will vote on whether to recommend these items to Council.
- Rezone 2430 Parkedale Ave from C2 to C2 Special Exception to permit a car wash
- Rezone 3087 & 3111 Parkedale Ave to allow a shopping centre (max 12,500 sq m)
- Authorize cash-in-lieu of parking agreement for 12 Victoria Ave: $5,000 per space for 3 spaces
- Public meeting for 2430 Parkedale Ave held July 2, 2024 (Report 2024-121)
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockville Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on three minor variance applications: a sunroom/deck and shed at 11 Ben TeKamp Terrace, a parking reduction at 12 Victoria Avenue, and variances for properties at 28-30 James Street East. The committee will also adopt minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting.
- 11 Ben TeKamp Terrace: reduce rear setback from 6.0m to 5.5m and side setback from 4.5m to 4.0m for sunroom/deck; permit existing shed at 2.1m from side lot line
- 12 Victoria Avenue: reduce parking from 1.0 to 0.0 spaces per guest room (total reduction of 3 spaces), with condition for a Cash-in-lieu of Parking Report
- 28-30 James Street East: reduce lot frontage for semi-detached from 6.3m to 6.24m and landscaped open space from 26% to 23.1%; recognize existing rear yard structure at 0.36m from rear lot line
Council
Council will decide on converting 13 existing residential apartment buildings at Balmoral Place, Cartier Court, and Kensington Parkway into condominiums, with a delegation from the applicant's legal counsel. They will also consider a street renaming, a funding agreement, and several routine items.
- Proposed condominium conversions at 1-4 Balmoral Place, 4-16 Cartier Court, and 1390-1410 Kensington Parkway
- Renaming Booth Street to Turner Drive in Stirling Meadows subdivision
- Cash-in-lieu of parking agreement with Caber Developments Inc. for 39 spaces at $5,000 each, totaling $195,000
- Award of contract for Building Permit Fee Review Study to Watson & Associates
- Purchase of 225 custom light guards for Brockville Railway Tunnel at $20,550
General Committee
The General Committee is deciding on several staff recommendations, including awarding a contract for a Building Permit Fee Review Study, establishing a Tall Ships Festival committee and coordinator position, purchasing custom light guards for the railway tunnel, approving traffic calming changes, and accepting a donated anchor for Reynolds Park. The agenda also includes routine information items and minutes from city boards.
- Award $30,528.02 contract to Watson & Associates for Building Permit Fee Review Study (single bid received)
- Establish citizen committee and part-time Festival and Events Coordinator (15 hrs/week) for 2025 Tall Ships Festival
- Approve $20,550 purchase of 225 custom light guards from Kilmarnock Enterprise for Brockville Railway Tunnel
- Approve traffic calming modifications to Traffic By-Law No. 021-1993, funded by 2023 and 2022 capital budgets
- Authorize lease renewal with DFO for Small Craft Harbour (OP-4540-H-2501)
Railway Tunnel Committee
The Brockville Railway Tunnel Committee is meeting to discuss tunnel operations and long-term lighting solutions. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and staff reports on these topics. No delegations or correspondence are scheduled.
- Tunnel Operations Update
- Long term lighting solutions
- Adoption of May 9, 2024 minutes
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider two staff recommendations: renaming Booth Street to Turner Drive in Stirling Meadows, and endorsing a request by SIREG Management Inc. to convert 362 residential apartments at Balmoral Place, Cartier Court, and Kensington Parkway into condominiums, with conditions. The committee will also receive minutes from the Accessibility Advisory Committee and Municipal Heritage Committee.
- Proposed conversion of 362 dwelling units at 1-4 Balmoral Place, 4-16 Cartier Court, and 1390-1410 Kensington Parkway to condominium status
- Request for exemption from Section 51 of the Planning Act for condominium processing
- Renaming of Booth Street to Turner Drive in Stirling Meadows Subdivision
- Minutes from Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee (25 Jun 2024)
- Minutes from Municipal Heritage Committee (15 May 2024 and 19 Jun 2024)
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing two proposed zoning amendments for properties on Parkedale Avenue. The requests involve increasing permitted leasable space for a shopping centre and expanding the maximum size of self-service storage units.
- Zoning amendment for 3087 & 3111 Parkedale Avenue to increase shopping centre leasable area from 7,500 to 12,500 square metres
- Zoning amendment to increase individual self-service storage unit size from 15 to 30 square metres
- Proposed H1-Holding Zone to ensure municipal servicing is available before development
- Zoning amendment for 2430 Parkedale Avenue (Report 2024-121)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is holding a public hearing to decide on application A09/24 for 1108 Rogers Crescent, which seeks minor variances to increase the maximum density from 100 to 113 units per hectare and reduce the minimum parking from 1.4 to 1.2 spaces per unit. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and adjournment.
- Application A09/24: increase density from 100 to 113 units per hectare at 1108 Rogers Crescent
- Application A09/24: reduce parking from 1.4 to 1.2 spaces per unit
- Engineering Department: developer must widen and urbanize Windsor Drive adjacent to the property
- Public hearing notice published in Recorder & Times on June 6, 2024
- Site inspection conducted by staff on June 10, 2024
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Brockville Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from Oshawa's Accessibility Coordinator on design standards, and receive updates on the multi-use recreational facility and accessible bus stops. New business includes a commode chair for the Rotary Splash Pad and hiring an accessibility coordinator. The agenda also includes a follow-up discussion on accessible taxis.
- Presentation on Oshawa's accessibility design standards by Lynda Lawson
- Update on multi-use recreational facility (50% design)
- Update on accessible bus stops
- Discussion on commode chair for Rotary Splash Pad
- Follow-up discussion on accessible taxi service
Council
Council will decide on authorizing the purchase of 3.71 hectares of land at 100 Magedoma Blvd from St. Lawrence College for $806,000, to be included in the net cost of the new Multi-Purpose Recreational Facility, along with a lease agreement for an adjoining parking lot. The agenda also includes a delegation on an action plan to end homelessness in Leeds and Grenville, and several routine consent items.
- Agreement of Purchase and Sale with St. Lawrence College for 3.71 ha at 100 Magedoma Blvd for $806,000
- Lease agreement with St. Lawrence College for 0.592 ha parking lot at $1.00 per year, with City maintaining 0.508 ha of adjoining lot
- Delegation on Action Plan to End Homelessness in Leeds and Grenville
- Purchase of bulk water fill station from Flowpoint Environmental Systems for $55,548.14
- Appointment of Ellen Fry as Integrity Commissioner for five-year term
Municipal Heritage Committee
The committee is reviewing updates for a heritage walking tour brochure and the designation subcommittee's work plan. Members are also discussing plaque costing and project updates following a $3,000 Legacy Grant award.
- Update on the heritage walking tour guidebook
- Designation subcommittee summer work plan update
- Plaque costing and project updates
- Discussion of Bill 200, Homeowner Protection Act, 2024
- Review of $3,000 Legacy Grant for heritage plaque replacement
General Committee
The committee is reviewing a new by-law to establish and regulate the Fire Department. Other items include funding for Sherwood Park Manor and an operating plan for the Arena Canteen.
- Adoption of the Establishing and Regulating By-Law for the Fire Department
- $500,000 donation for Sherwood Park Manor Redevelopment and Expansion
- Awarding of Development Charges Background Study contract to Watson & Associates
- Approval of Arena Canteen Operating Plan and $91,812 in funding from Fiscal Policy reserve
- $55,548.14 purchase of a bulk water fill station from Flowpoint Environmental Systems
Arena Advisory Committee
The Arena Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several operational items, including the ice allocation policy, the ongoing arena expansion project, and canteen operations at the arenas. They will also consider a proposal for the 2024 IIHF World Junior pre-tournament and the start date for the 2024-2025 ice season. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and meeting dates.
- Ice Allocation Policy Discussion
- Update on Arena Expansion
- Canteen Operations at the Arenas
- 2024 IIHF World Jr. Pre-Tournament Proposal
- Ice - MC & YA when to start 2024-2025 season
Council
Council will consider a by-law to increase the Municipal Accommodation Tax to 6% on hotels, motels, lodges, inns, and short-term rentals, while exempting bed and breakfasts. They will also vote on approving the 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, an encroachment agreement for a fence at 34 Wall Street, and appointments. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss Memorial Centre lands.
- By-law 047-2024 to increase Municipal Accommodation Tax to 6%
- Approval of 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
- Encroachment agreement for fence at 34 Wall Street onto James Street road allowance
- Appointment of Nicholas Burnie as Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
- Closed session on Memorial Centre lands acquisition/negotiations
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider three staff reports: deferring a proposed Local Improvement Charge Program for home energy retrofits to the 2025 budget process, approving the 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, and authorizing an encroachment agreement for a fence at 34 Wall Street. The committee will also hear a delegation on navigating Brockville in a wheelchair.
- Defer Local Improvement Charge Program for Home Energy Retrofit projects to 2025 budget
- Approve 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
- Authorize encroachment agreement with Shannon and John Spears for fence at 34 Wall Street
- Delegation: Navigating Brockville in a Wheelchair by Matthew Wilson
Council
The Council is reviewing the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan and a bid to host the 2025 World Junior Hockey Championship pre-competition camp. Proposed items include increasing the Municipal Accommodation Tax and funding upgrades for the Rotary Outdoor Rink.
- Increase Municipal Accommodation Tax to 6% effective January 1, 2025
- Approve $13,591 for a new single-axel plow truck
- Fund Rotary Outdoor Rink upgrades via the Winter Classic Group
- Extend construction loan for 42 Garden St. project to December 15, 2024
- Apply to Hockey Canada to host the 2025 World Junior Championship pre-competition camp
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Brockville Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss staff reports on an accessible tourism survey, an inclusive community grant, play structure upgrades, and transit stop improvements. They will also consider the role of the committee, accessible playgrounds, and feedback on accessible taxi service. The meeting includes routine adoption of minutes and member updates.
- Accessible Tourism Survey staff report
- Inclusive Community Grant staff report
- Play structure upgrades staff report
- Transit Stop Improvements staff report
- Discussion on accessible taxi feedback from Executive Taxi
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockville Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two minor variance applications. The first seeks permission for front-yard parking at 7 Maple Avenue, and the second requests an extension of a non-conforming use at 1170 North Augusta Road. The committee will also adopt minutes from the April 24, 2024 meeting.
- 7 Maple Avenue: request to allow parking in front yard (A07/24)
- 1170 North Augusta Road: extension of non-conforming use to max dwelling size of 163.0 m² (A08/24)
- Approval of minutes from April 24, 2024 meeting
General Committee
The General Committee is deciding on several items, including a proposed increase to the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) from 4% to 6% for most accommodations and from $4 to $6 per night for bed and breakfasts, effective January 1, 2025. The committee will also consider a loan extension for the Marguerita Residence Corporation's 42 Garden St. project, an additional $13,591 for a new plow truck, and options for arena canteen food services. Several other reports are for information only.
- Proposed MAT increase to 6% (from 4%) and $6/night for B&Bs (from $4), effective Jan 1, 2025
- Loan extension request for Marguerita Residence Corporation at 42 Garden St. to Dec 15, 2024 or 120 days after substantial completion
- Additional $13,591 expenditure for a new single-axle plow truck, funded by debenture
- Direct staff to develop operation plan for arena canteens
- Proposed upgrades to Rotary Outdoor Rink funded by Winter Classic Group
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Heritage Brockville Committee is meeting to discuss incentive plans for heritage property owners, review and finalize a plaque template, prioritize plaque replacements, and receive updates on the legacy grant and summer work plans. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and adjournment.
- Discussion of incentive plans for heritage property owners
- Review and finalize plaque template
- Prioritize plaques for replacement
- Legacy grant update
- Designation subcommittee summer work plan
Council
Council will consider several routine items, including procurement approvals, proclamations, and appointments. The most consequential item is a cash-in-lieu of parking agreement requiring Caber Developments Inc. to pay $195,000 for 39 parking spaces at 36-46 King Street West, tied to a mixed-use development with 66 apartments. Council will also vote on a resolution urging the province to resume property assessments, and approve a $84,796.61 remedial repair for the railway tunnel.
- Cash-in-lieu of parking agreement with Caber Developments Inc. for $195,000 (39 spaces at $5,000 each) at 36-46 King Street West
- Resolution calling on the Premier to resume the property assessment cycle
- Approval of $84,796.61 for remedial repairs to 13 control and power pedestals in the railway tunnel
- Over expenditure of $21,894 for salt storage facility construction (240022), funded by debenture
- Proclamation of Brockville Pride Week (June 3-10) and Crossing Guard Appreciation Week (June 3-7)
Railway Tunnel Committee
The Railway Tunnel Committee is meeting to discuss short-term solutions for the tunnel's lighting issues, following significant deterioration that delayed its opening. They will also receive updates on the Model Railway Show and parking lot signage. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and adjourning.
- Short-term solutions for tunnel lighting
- Model Railway Show update
- Parking lot signage update
- Adoption of April 11, 2024 minutes
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to discuss proposed condominium conversions at Balmoral Place, Cartier Court, and Kensington Parkway. The conversion would remove 362 units from the city's rental stock. No zoning or official plan changes are requested. The committee will receive the report and hear public input.
- Proposed condominium conversion of 362 rental units at Balmoral Place, Cartier Court, and Kensington Parkway
- Properties include 1-4 Balmoral Avenue, 4-16 Cartier Court, and 1390, 1400, 1410 Kensington Parkway
- No changes requested to Official Plan designations or zoning
- Public meeting to receive Report 2024-93
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider two staff reports: one to expand the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) boundary for Downtown and Brownfields to include a 9.1-hectare vacant site on Oxford Avenue, and another to authorize a cash-in-lieu of parking agreement for 39 spaces at 36-46 King Street West. The committee will also discuss a request to lower the speed limit on North Augusta Road.
- Expand CIP boundary to include Part of Lot 7, Concession 1, Oxford Avenue (9.1 ha)
- Cash-in-lieu of parking agreement with Caber Developments Inc. for $195,000 (39 spaces at $5,000 each)
- Direct staff to report on creating a Cash-in-Lieu of Parking by-law
- Request to lower speed limit on North Augusta Road from 60 km/h to 50 km/h
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider three minor variance applications: reducing parking at 3027 Parkedale Avenue from 149 to 132 spaces, reducing the rear yard setback at 1075 Shearer Drive from 7.5m to 4.0m for a deck, and reducing parking at 30 Dewick Drive from 26 to 23 spaces with conditions. The agenda also includes routine items like appointing a secretary-treasurer and approving minutes.
- Minor variance 2024-71: reduce parking from 149 to 132 spaces at 3027 Parkedale Avenue
- Minor variance 2024-73: reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 4.0m for a deck at 1075 Shearer Drive
- Minor variance 2024-72: reduce parking from 26 to 23 spaces at 30 Dewick Drive, with conditions including max 18 dwelling units and 5 bicycle parking spaces
- Public hearing notices published in Recorder & Times on April 4, 2024
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Brockville Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including adopting the previous meeting's minutes and reviewing the multi-year accessibility plan, its terms of reference, and accessibility awards. The agenda includes no delegations, correspondence, or staff reports, and the meeting is expected to adjourn to the next regular meeting on May 28, 2024.
- Review of Accessibility Group Meeting - April 23, 2024 - UCLG Office
- Terms of Reference - BMAAC input included
- Multi-year Accessibility Plan
- Accessibility Awards
Council
Council will consider zoning and official plan amendments to allow a 66-unit mixed-use building at 36-46 King Street West, plus a zoning change at 86 John Street. They will also vote on several contracts and funding approvals, including a $964,437 road rehabilitation tender and a $300,229 tunnel lighting purchase. The agenda includes routine items like proclamations and a closed session for negotiations.
- Zoning amendment for 86 John Street to allow development
- Official Plan and zoning amendments for 36-46 King Street West (66 apartments, max 9 storeys)
- $964,437 tender for Centennial Road and Stewart Boulevard cold-in-place recycling
- $300,229 for additional Brockville Railway Tunnel lighting components
- $60,040 contract for Sabre Jet memorial restoration
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Heritage Brockville Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, correspondence, and subcommittee updates. Key items include a 2024 budget update, a guide to heritage property tax rebates, and planning for a heritage conference in Gravenhurst. The committee will also review a Legacy Grant application for plaque replacements and set its summer meeting schedule.
- 2024 Heritage Brockville budget update
- Guide to heritage property tax rebates
- Heritage Conference in Gravenhurst
- Legacy Grant application update for plaques
- Summer meeting schedule
General Committee
The General Committee will hear presentations from Pickleball Brockville and Brockville Tourism, receive an update on the Railway Tunnel, and consider several staff reports. Key decisions include authorizing a feasibility study for Fire Station No. 1, approving a $964,437.08 tender for road rehabilitation on Centennial Road and Stewart Boulevard, and approving funding for repairs at the Water Pollution Control Centre. The committee will also discuss two resolutions from members regarding provincial social assistance rates and fire apparatus insurance standards.
- Approve $964,437.08 tender to R.W. Tomlinson LTD. for cold-in-place recycling and hot mix paving on Centennial Road and Stewart Boulevard, plus $150,000 from 2023 surplus
- Authorize feasibility study of Fire Station No. 1 with EFI Engineering, funded by Fire Marque Reserve
- Approve up to $30,000 for WPCC digester mixer repair and up to $10,000 for a Siemens PLC module, both from Wastewater Working Capital Operations Reserve
- Approve $60,040 contract with Bulldog Commercial Restoration for Sabre Jet memorial restoration, with funding from tax levy, CCBF, and Fiscal Policy Reserve
- Approve $276,214 change order for Multi-Use Recreational Facility designer fees, funded by Arena Reserve
Railway Tunnel Committee
The Brockville Railway Tunnel Committee is meeting to adopt minutes from February 8, 2024, and receive a staff report on 2024 tunnel operations. The agenda includes correspondence, sub-committee updates, and new business. No public delegations or presentations are scheduled.
- 2024 Tunnel Operations Update staff report
- Adoption of February 8, 2024 minutes
- City press release dated April 4, 2024 regarding tunnel update
- Sub-committee meeting updates
Special Council
This special council meeting is primarily a procedural session to move into a closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss negotiations for a multi-use recreational facility. The agenda includes a land acknowledgement, mayor's remarks, disclosure of interest, and a report from the closed session. No public decisions or discussions are listed on the open agenda.
- Closed session to consider negotiations for a multi-use recreational facility
- Confirmatory by-law 030-2024 to confirm proceedings of the meeting
- Adjournment until the next regular meeting on April 23, 2024
Council
Brockville Council will consider adopting the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, a joint water system funding application with Elizabethtown-Kitley, and a zoning amendment at 86 John Street. They will also vote on by-laws for a $6M temporary borrowing, the 2024 municipal levy of $43,618,442, special purpose rates for the DBIA, and tax ratios. The meeting begins with a closed session for negotiations.
- Adoption of 2023-2026 Strategic Plan
- Joint application to Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund for water/wastewater extension to north-east boundary and into Elizabethtown-Kitley
- Zoning by-law amendment for 86 John Street from R4 to R4 Special Exception
- By-law 026-2024 to levy $43,618,442 for 2024 municipal and education rates
- By-law 025-2024 for temporary borrowing up to $6,000,000
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will review two major development proposals. These include a rezoning request for 86 John Street to allow a maisonette dwelling and a proposal for 36-46 King Street West to allow a mixed-use building with 66 apartments.
- Zoning amendment for 86 John Street to permit a maisonette dwelling with 15 bedrooms
- Proposed new 'co-living arrangement' definition for the city's zoning by-law
- Official Plan and Zoning amendment for 36-46 King Street West for a mixed-use building
- Proposed 9-storey maximum height for 36-46 King Street West redevelopment
- Proposed 66 apartment dwellings at 36-46 King Street West
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to consider proposed amendments to the Downtown Brockville Community Improvement Plan (CIP) area to include a 9.1-hectare vacant site at 00 Oxford Avenue. The applicant, Tripine Developments, seeks to build 75 purpose-built rental low-rise housing units. The meeting will receive a staff report and hear public input; no decision is being made at this meeting.
- Proposed expansion of Downtown Brockville Community Improvement Plan area to include 00 Oxford Avenue
- Tripine Developments proposes 75-unit purpose-built rental low-rise housing development
- Site is 9.1 hectares (22.5 acres) with 320.0 metres frontage on Oxford Avenue
- No comments in opposition received during circulation
- Site is vacant, south of Butlers Creek, near CN Mainline
Council
Brockville Council will consider several staff reports, including approving a $6 million temporary borrowing bylaw for 2024, selecting a design option for the Main Sewage Pump Station, and receiving an update on the April 8 total solar eclipse viewing event. The agenda also includes by-laws for land dedications and zoning amendments, and a closed session to discuss the Memorial Centre lands.
- Approve $6,000,000 temporary borrowing bylaw for 2024 operations
- Approve Design Option 1 (Traditional Design) for Main Sewage Pump Station in Centeen Park
- Approve $368,260 NGEN 911 SOLGEN Grant Phase 2 funding
- Approve $43,002 cost overrun for Reynolds Park / Water St. realignment project
- By-laws to dedicate land on Parkedale Avenue and amend Official Plan/Zoning for 3064-3076 Parkedale Ave and 125 Stewart Blvd
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Brockville Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear staff reports on accessibility and Ontario's Building Code, and on the Gord Watts Municipal Centre site plan, which lists several AODA non-compliance issues. The committee will also discuss requesting a Council proclamation for National AccessAbility Week 2024 and accessible tourism. The agenda includes routine items like minutes adoption and member updates.
- Staff report on Accessibility and Ontario's Building Code by Sebastian Scott, Chief Building Official
- Gord Watts Municipal Centre site plan review listing AODA non-compliance: entrance, reception counter, washrooms, no hands-free doors, no elevator/chairlift
- Request for Council proclamation of National AccessAbility Week May 26-June 1, 2024 and flag at Tunnel Bay
- Discussion of accessible tourism
- Terms of Reference review and Multi-year Plan update
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Heritage Brockville Committee is meeting to discuss heritage designations, a legacy grant application, and plaque replacements. They will also hear from planning and tourism departments and review correspondence about a proposed heritage designation.
- Discussion of proposed heritage designation from United Counties of Leeds Grenville
- Legacy grant application
- Update on plaque replacements
- Heritage Day event report
- Designation project update
Council
The Council will hear a delegation from the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit regarding voluntary merger exploration. Additionally, the Planning and Development Committee has recommended several zoning and official plan amendments for approval.
- Voluntary merger exploration presentation by Dr. Li and Mayor Robin Jones
- Zoning amendment for Parkedale Avenue to permit 120 cluster townhouses and a community club house
- Redevelopment of 125 Stewart Boulevard to allow mixed commercial and residential uses
- Dedication of lands to Parkedale Avenue as a public highway
- Proclamation of April 11, 2024, as World Parkinson's Awareness Day
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing proposed amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for 36-46 King Street West. If approved, the project would redevelop the property into a 9-storey building featuring 66 residential units and 727.0 square metres of commercial space.
- Proposed 9-storey mixed-use redevelopment at 36-46 King Street West
- Request to increase maximum building height from 21.0m (6 storeys) to 33.0m (9 storeys)
- Request to reduce minimum rear yard from 6.0m to 0.0m
- Proposal includes 66 residential dwelling units and 2 floors of commercial space
- Proposal includes 42 indoor parking spaces and 20 bicycle storage spaces
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider three staff reports: an Official Plan and zoning amendment to allow up to 120 cluster townhouse dwellings and a clubhouse at Wellings of Brockville on Parkedale Avenue; a zoning amendment for the Brockville Shopping Centre at 125 Stewart Boulevard to permit mixed commercial and residential redevelopment; and a roadway widening dedication on Parkedale Avenue. The committee will also discuss a notice of motion from Councillor Wales to establish a Local Improvement Charges program for home energy retrofits.
- Official Plan Amendment No. 32 and Zoning By-law amendment for Parkedale Avenue (Wellings of Brockville) to permit 120 cluster townhouse dwellings and a community clubhouse
- Zoning By-law amendment for 125 Stewart Boulevard (Brockville Shopping Centre) to allow mixed commercial and residential uses on separate properties
- Dedication of roadway widening lands on Parkedale Avenue as public highway
- Notice of motion for a Local Improvement Charges (LIC) program providing no-interest loans for home energy retrofits
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockville Committee of Adjustment is holding a public meeting to consider two minor variance applications. The first seeks a reduced rear yard setback for a deck at 1068 Shearer Drive, and the second requests permission for front yard parking to create a second suite. The committee will also adopt minutes from its January 24, 2024 meeting.
- Minor variance to reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 4.5m for an uncovered deck at 1068 Shearer Drive
- Minor variance to allow front yard parking for a second suite in an existing dwelling/garage
- Public hearing notices published in the Recorder & Times and mailed to owners within 60m
- No concerns raised by city departments; building permit required for deck construction
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Brockville Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially update its Terms of Reference, review the 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, and hear presentations on accessible seating at the Art Centre and Cycling without Age. The agenda also includes directing staff to develop a short survey for Para Transit users as part of a program review.
- Draft Accessibility Taxi Letter from Mayor Matt Wren to local taxi companies
- Staff report on Terms of Reference, including proposed reduced meeting schedule
- Multi-year Accessibility Plan member feedback
- Para Transit user feedback survey (3-5 questions)
- Accessible bus stop upgrades prioritized list
Council
Council is set to approve a net operating budget of $23,848,562 and a capital budget of $10,221,832. The meeting also includes discussions on development fee waivers for 36-46 King Street West and traffic modifications for Ormond and Orchard Streets.
- Approval of $23,848,562 net City Department operating budget
- Approval of $10,221,832 City Department Capital budget
- Estimated $179,996.78 grant for planning and development fees at 36-46 King Street West
- Traffic modifications to make Ormond St. southbound one-way and Orchard St. northbound one-way
- Appointment of Hicham Boutaleb to the Municipal Heritage Committee
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Heritage Brockville Committee will discuss a planning department memo about proposed Official Plan and zoning amendments for 36-46 King Street West, the former Woolworths site, which would allow a 9-storey mixed-use building. The committee will also review the heritage designation project list and receive updates on heritage events. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and adjournment.
- Review of planning memo for 36-46 King Street West (former Woolworths site) proposing 9-storey mixed-commercial-residential building with 66 units and 42 parking spaces
- Discussion on finalizing list of properties for heritage designation
- Heritage event update (Fulford Place venue for Heritage Week, Feb 23, 2024)
- Information about 77 Hartley Street requested via website
General Committee
The General Committee will consider staff recommendations to make Ormond St. and Orchard St. one-way between Pearl St. and King St. East, approve a design option for the Main Sewage Pump Station in Centeen Park, and direct staff to draft a Negative Social Media Use Statement. The committee will also discuss a potential increase to the Municipal Accommodation Tax and receive a report on downtown street functionality.
- Approve one-way traffic: Ormond St. southbound, Orchard St. northbound (Pearl St. to King St. East)
- Limit on-street parking on Orchard St. to east side only; restrict parking within 9 meters of intersections
- Approve Design Option 1 (Traditional Design) for Main Sewage Pump Station in Centeen Park
- Direct staff to draft a Negative Social Media Use Statement for the City website
- Direct staff to consult stakeholders on potential Municipal Accommodation Tax increase
Council
Brockville Council will consider final approval of the 2024 budget, including a $23.8 million operating budget and a $10.2 million capital budget, along with several incremental items and community partner funding. Council will also vote on a request from Caber Group for fee waivers and grants totaling over $304,000 for the development at 36-46 King Street West, and on a zoning amendment for a single-family home on private services at 0 Granite Street West. The meeting includes a closed session for negotiations regarding servicing lands.
- 2024 Budget: $23,848,562 operating, $10,221,832 capital, with $3,937,657 in debt
- Caber Group: $179,996.78 planning fee waiver, $124,073.77 development charge grant for 36-46 King Street West
- Zoning amendment for 0 Granite Street West to allow single-family home on private services without road frontage
- Accessible taxicabs: correspondence to local taxi companies recommended
- Inspector Internship Program policy adoption
Railway Tunnel Committee
The Brockville Railway Tunnel Committee is meeting to discuss routine operational items including the gorge trimming/tree removal project, status of light replacement, and the 2024 light show. They will also review financial reports, prioritize advisory committee suggestions for the parking lot, and plan a site meeting at the north end of the tunnel. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions expected.
- Gorge trimming project and tree removal
- Status of light replacement
- Status of 2024 light show
- 2023 donation values circulated at meeting
- Prioritization of advisory committee suggestions for parking lot
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to receive reports on three planning applications: an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for additional phases of the Wellings of Brockville development on Parkedale Avenue, an Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Consent to sever for the Brockville Shopping Centre at 125 Stewart Boulevard, and a Zoning By-law Amendment at 86 John Street. The committee will receive the reports and hear public input; no final decisions are being made at this meeting.
- Parkedale Avenue: proposal to increase maximum dwelling units from 90 to 118 for Wellings of Brockville additional phases
- 125 Stewart Boulevard: Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Consent to sever for Brockville Shopping Centre
- 86 John Street: Zoning By-law Amendment public meeting
- All items are public meeting reports; committee will receive reports and adjourn
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for 0 Granite Street West to allow a single-family home on private services without municipal road frontage. It will also discuss accessible taxis, an inspector internship policy, and a fee waiver request for a King Street West development.
- Official Plan Amendment No. 31 and Zoning By-law amendment for 0 Granite Street West to permit a single-family dwelling on private services without year-round municipal road frontage
- Request to waive planning and development fees estimated at $179,996.78 and development charges estimated at $124,073.77 for 36-46 King Street West (Caber Group)
- Recommendation to send correspondence to local taxicab companies about the need for accessible taxis
- Proposed adoption of Policy POL.D.24.190, Inspector Internship Program
- 2023 Planning Department Activity Report and 2023 Annual Building & By-Law Services Activity Report to be received
Governance Committee
Staff have directed a review of the City's Procedure By-law and public notification processes for land-use planning. The review will examine meeting schedules, agenda distribution timelines, and the effectiveness of various municipal boards and committees.
- Review of City Procedure By-law
- Review of public notification processes for land-use planning
- Examination of municipal boards and committees governance
- Discussion regarding meeting time consistency
- Discussion regarding agenda distribution timelines
Special Council
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a motion to move into closed session to discuss a potential property sale and servicing land at 36-46 King Street West, as well as council priorities training. The only formal action expected is the adoption of a confirmatory by-law for the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session under Municipal Act for potential property sale and servicing land (Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley, 36-46 King Street West)
- Closed session for council priorities training
- Confirmatory By-law 006-2024 to confirm proceedings
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider applications for a minor variance (A01/24) and consent to sever (B01/24) for the property at 28-30 James Street East. The applicant seeks to sever the west portion (28 James St E) and obtain variances to reduce lot area, frontage, and open space, allow stacked parking, and recognize existing setbacks and encroachments. The committee will also adopt minutes from the November 22, 2023 meeting.
- Consent to sever 28 James Street East from 30 James Street East
- Minor variance to reduce lot area at 28 James St E from 270.0m2 to 210.5m2
- Minor variance to reduce lot frontage at 28 James St E from 9.0m to 6.3m
- Permission for stacked parking at 30 James Street East
- Recognize existing setbacks and encroachments onto James Street East
Council
The Council will review the 2024 City Department Operating budget and consider several committee recommendations. Items include rezoning for an apartment building at 100 Perth Street and the addition of Family Day as a statutory holiday for staff.
- Rezoning 100 Perth Street to permit an eight-unit apartment building
- Dedication of roadway widening to Oxford Avenue
- Addition of Family Day as a statutory holiday for Non-Union and CUPE staff
- Reinstatement of pet burial services and development of a pet cemetery by-law
- Removal of members from the Municipal Heritage Committee and Downtown BIA
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Brockville Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt its 2023-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, review the Accessible Taxi Project, and update its Terms of Reference. They will also consider a request from a local support group for blind and partially sighted persons to have a committee representative attend their meetings. The agenda includes routine items like adopting previous minutes and adjourning.
- 2023-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan review
- Accessible Taxi Project discussion
- Terms of Reference Review
- Request for speaker from local support group for blind and partially sighted persons
- Paratransit Working Group survey and circulation update
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Heritage Brockville Committee will review and finalize heritage briefs for property designations, plan a one-day Heritage Week event in February, and consider design and expense approval for a heritage award plaque. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and correspondence.
- Review and finalize heritage briefs for property designations
- Heritage Week event planning (Feb 19-25, 2024)
- Heritage award plaque - design and expense approval
- Rotary Club and Your TV invitations for Chair Ida Duc
- Approval of December 20, 2023 minutes
General Committee
The General Committee is considering adding Family Day as an observed statutory holiday for Non-Union and CUPE staff. This change would require a 2024 budget update to cover estimated wage and benefit increases between $6,000 and $12,000.
- Addition of Family Day statutory holiday for Non-Union and CUPE staff
- Estimated $6,000 to $12,000 budget impact for Family Day wages and benefits
- Direction for staff to reinstate pet burial services and develop a new pet cemetery by-law
- Review of 2023 Parks Division Forestry Crew Summary
- Adoption of expenses excluded from the 2024 Budget per Ontario Regulation 284/09
Railway Tunnel Committee
The Brockville Railway Tunnel Committee is meeting to discuss operational issues including lighting, landscaping, drainage, and the 2024 budget. They will also review unaudited 2023 revenues and consider recruiting new committee members. The agenda includes staff reports and project updates, with no delegations or correspondence scheduled.
- Unaudited 2023 revenues: $17,237.27 total, including $11,502.55 from Tunnel of Terror and $3,706.97 from donation boxes
- Discussion of 2024 budget with Operations Director Phil Wood
- Lighting issues and potential improvements with Parks Supervisor Chad Davis
- Gorge drainage and Brock Trail connection with Engineering Staff Steve Allen
- Recruitment of new committee members
Council
Council is receiving the 2024 capital budget for city departments, totaling $18,885,823, with a 2024 requirement of $9,960,972. The report also updates community partner budgets, including increases for Joint Services, St. Lawrence Lodge, and new funding for Maple View Lodge. Council will also consider appointments to boards and committees and a motion to amend previous minutes.
- 2024 capital budget: $18,885,823 total, $9,960,972 for 2024
- Community partners: 11.77% increase over 2023
- St. Lawrence Lodge proposed budget: $2,686,264 (63.15% increase)
- Joint Services proposed budget: $4,150,449 (7.37% increase)
- Appointments: Aubyn Baker-Riley (BMAAC), John Francis (Arena Advisory Board)
Council - 09 Jan 2024 - POSTPONED to 11 Jan 2024
This meeting was postponed to January 11, 2024. Council will receive the 2024 capital budget for city departments, including a proposed $18.9 million capital plan with a $9.96 million 2024 requirement, and an update on community partner budgets. The agenda also includes appointments to boards and a motion to correct November minutes.
- 2024 capital budget: $18,885,823 total, $9,960,972 for 2024, funded by tax levy, reserves, grants, and $3,439,907 debt
- Community partner budget increases: St. Lawrence Lodge +63.15% ($2,686,264), Joint Services +7.37% ($4,150,449)
- Appointments: Aubyn Baker-Riley to Accessibility Committee, John Francis to Arena Advisory Board
- Motion to amend Nov 28, 2023 minutes to mark K. Hobbs absent
- By-law 001-2024 to amend board appointment by-law
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider two staff recommendations. The first is a zoning by-law amendment for 100 Perth Street to rezone the property from 'T-R5-8-Multiple Residential Special Exception Zone' to 'R5-Multiple Residential Special Exception Zone' to permanently allow an existing 8-unit apartment building, internal office, outside amenity space, and 3 stacked parking spaces. The second is a recommendation to dedicate a roadway widening to Oxford Avenue as public highway. Both items are recommended by staff and will be voted on.
- Rezoning of 100 Perth Street to permit existing 8-unit apartment building (Pixie Place) to continue permanently
- Dedication of roadway widening to Oxford Avenue as public highway
- Public meeting held December 5, 2023 for the rezoning application
- Notice advertised in Brockville Recorder and Times on November 9, 2023
Planning and Development Committee - Public Planning Meeting
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to consider proposed amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for the property at 0 Granite Street West. The amendments would allow a single-family home on private services (well and septic) without year-round municipal road frontage, and remove the Significant Woodland overlay for the dwelling area. The committee will receive staff report 2024-4 and hear public input before deciding.
- Proposed Official Plan amendment to permit single-family home without municipal road frontage
- Zoning by-law amendment to reduce minimum frontage from 12.0 m to 0.0 m
- Request to allow private services (well and septic)
- Request to remove Significant Woodland overlay for dwelling area
- Property is 1.1 hectares, currently vacant, no municipal access