Niagara Falls public meetings in 2022
16 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
City Council is reviewing a request from Niagara Health regarding the municipality's local share for the South Niagara Site hospital project. The agenda also includes approvals for the 2023 Schedule of Fees and various by-law amendments.
- Niagara Health presentation on South Niagara Site hospital development and local share commitment
- Approval of the 2023 Schedule of Fees effective January 1, 2023
- Zoning amendment for 5073 Kitchener Street to permit a Vacation Rental Unit
- Downtown BIA 2023 budget of $908,918.00 with a requested levy of $463,571.00
- Approval of a $3,000.00 fee waiver for single-ride bus passes for Homelessness Services
City Council
City Council is considering the 2023 Capital Budget and the 2023 Library Capital Budget. The agenda also includes planning approvals for 5940 Carlton Avenue and various infrastructure and funding reports.
- 2023 City Capital Budget totaling $61,425,481
- 2023 Library Capital Budget totaling $91,033
- Draft Plan of Condominium for 5940 Carlton Avenue
- $13,626,617 project allocation for Montrose, Biggar, and Reixinger Road reconstruction
- Downtown BIA 2023 budget request of $908,918.00
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is scheduled to hold educational and training sessions for new members on November 18 and 21, 2022. A resolution has been moved to hold these sessions in-camera under section 239 (3.1) of the Municipal Act. A resident has submitted correspondence requesting that these training sessions be held in an open meeting instead.
- Resolution to hold closed meetings for Council orientation on November 18 and 21, 2022
- Correspondence from resident Joedy Burdett requesting transparent training sessions
City Council
The Niagara Falls City Council is reviewing multiple by-laws for residential developments, including high-rise and mid-rise apartment buildings. The agenda also includes the establishment of community benefits charges for the City.
- Proposed 12 and 13 storey apartment building with 483 units at McLeod Road and Kalar Road
- Proposed two 4 storey apartment buildings containing 39 units
- Proposed mixed-use buildings with 14, 16, and 30 storeys
- By-law to establish community benefits charges for the City of Niagara Falls
- Official Plan Amendment No. 152 regarding Special Policy Area 86
City Council
The City Council met to discuss and vote on multiple zoning and official plan amendments. Key decisions included approving high-rise residential towers, townhouse developments, and land severances.
- Approved 16 and 14-storey mixed-use buildings at 5528 Ferry Street
- Approved 80 townhouse units at 5610 and 5630 Dorchester Road
- Approved land severance for three 0.5 hectare parcels at Bailey Avenue and Avery Boulevard
- Received presentation on enforcement strategies for illegal Vacation Rental Units
- Discussed city-initiated amendments for new employment policies
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several large-scale residential and mixed-use zoning amendments, including high-rise buildings on Stanley Avenue. The meeting also addresses infrastructure funding, such as a $3 million sewer separation project and $1.1 million for court improvements.
- Zoning for 80 townhouses at 5610, & 5630 Dorchester Road
- Mixed-use development at 5528 Ferry Street with 454 apartment units
- Proposed 45, 60, and 39-storey buildings at 6880 Stanley Avenue
- $1,112,282.00 contract for tennis and basketball court improvements
- $3,000,000 budget amendment for Dorchester Road sewer separation
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to decide on several planning matters, including zoning and subdivision approvals for residential developments, and to consider financial support for a curling event. The agenda also includes routine reports, fee waiver requests, and various by-law exemptions and proclamations.
- Draft plan of subdivision at 9234 Sodom Road by Polocorp Inc. for approval
- Zoning amendment for 5500 Marineland Parkway to permit 292 townhouse units and vacation rental units
- Zoning amendment for 3846 Portage Road for two 4-storey stacked townhouses with 39 units
- Support for 2023 International Curling Event with up to $160,000 and $25,000 rental fee for Gale Centre
- Fee waivers totaling $3,034.72 for community groups and events
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a proposed 10-storey mixed-use building with 107 dwelling units at 5647-5669 Main Street, the endorsement of the Final Asset Management Plan for Core Assets, and the approval of a $99,536 consulting contract for non-core asset management. The council will also consider a $75,000 capital budget amendment for two replacement fire trucks, a $75,000 pre-budget request for climate change adaptation consulting, and a recommendation to discontinue midday school crossing guard services. Several other reports and communications are on the agenda for information or consent.
- Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 5647-5669 Main St. and part of 5662 Lowell St. for a 10-storey, 107-unit mixed-use building
- Endorsement of Final Asset Management Plan for Core Assets and award of $99,536 contract to SLBC Inc. for non-core asset plan
- 2022 capital budget amendment of $75,000 for two replacement fire trucks
- 2023 pre-budget request of $75,000 for climate change adaptation implementation strategy consultant
- Discontinuation of midday school crossing guard services effective June 30, 2022
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to decide on a zoning by-law amendment and draft approval for three condominium plans at 6705 Cropp Street and 4735/4737 Pettit Avenue, along with several other reports and by-laws. The agenda includes contract awards, fee waivers, parking and cycling changes, and various proclamations and communications. Most items are routine administrative matters, but the condominium rezoning is the most significant decision.
- Zoning amendment and draft approval for three condominium plans at 6705 Cropp St and 4735/4737 Pettit Ave (Winzen Niagara Homes)
- Contract award to D&R Landscape Group Inc. for $314,606.75 + HST for Fern Park and Corwin Park trail development
- Fee waivers totaling $479.76 for Heart Niagara Picnic on Q and Project Share Tow Your Weight
- Direct vendor fleet negotiations delegated to CAO until Dec 31, 2022
- Single-source contract to Associated Engineering Ltd. for $346,242 for watermain construction supporting New South Niagara Hospital
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council will hold public meetings and vote on two zoning by-law amendments for 5360 Royal Manor Dr: one to permit a 5-unit townhouse development and another for a 3-storey, 25-unit apartment building. Council will also decide on several financial items, including approving 2022 property tax rates, fee waivers, and road improvement contracts. The agenda includes routine approvals, presentations, and proclamations.
- Zoning amendment for 5 townhouse units at 5360 Royal Manor Dr
- Zoning amendment for 25-unit apartment building at 5360 Royal Manor Dr
- Approval of 2022 Property Tax Rates
- Fee waivers totaling $3,012.62 for Niagara Children's Centre and Hockey Canada Foundation
- Road improvements: $300,000 for Kalar Road resurfacing and $506,000 for surface treatment on Garner and Beechwood roads
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council will consider several planning matters, including amendments to zoning and official plan by-laws for cannabis growing facilities, a rezoning for two 4-storey apartment buildings on Drummond Road, and multiple zoning amendments for properties on Dunn Street and Stanley Avenue. The council will also decide on fee waivers, reinstating a property tax penalty rate, and various road and parking changes.
- Amendments to Official Plan and Zoning By-laws for cannabis growing facilities (PBD-2022-19)
- Rezoning for two 4-storey apartment buildings with 40 units at 7711 and 7725-7739 Drummond Road (PBD-2022-22)
- Rezoning to permit 8 on-street and 22 block townhouses at part of 5881 Dunn Street (PBD-2022-24)
- Reinstatement of property tax penalty and interest rate at 1.25% per month effective May 1, 2022 (F-2022-16)
- Fee waivers totaling over $29,000 for events including Cruising the Q ($11,845.62) and Crazy Macaws Bike Night ($9,145.26) (CLK-2022-08)
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council will hold public meetings and consider several planning applications, including a major mixed-use development on Victoria Avenue exceeding the 30-storey limit, a condominium on Van Alstyne Place, and a draft condominium plan on Carlton Avenue. The council will also review reports on electronic meeting participation, the 2022 municipal election voting options, and a housing strategy.
- Public meeting for 35-storey hotel and 36-storey apartment at 5613, 5631-5633 Victoria Avenue, with parking rate of 1.25 spaces per unit and Section 37 agreement for streetscape improvements
- Public meeting for zoning amendment and draft plan of condominium at 5269-5279 Van Alstyne Place
- Draft approval of condominium plan at 6353 Carlton Ave
- Report on Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations, including potential Official Plan amendments
- Contract award of $192,529 to GMBluePlan Engineering Ltd. for 2022 lining program inspection
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including adding three plow trucks to the 2022 capital budget, a land acquisition for road widening near Niagara South Hospital, and delegating authority to extend the Municipal Accommodation Tax agreement. The agenda also includes routine approvals like fee waivers, parking changes, and various proclamations and flag raisings.
- Add 3 plow trucks to 2022 capital budget, ~$987,000 from fleet reserve
- Purchase land from Niagara Health System for Biggar Road widening (nominal consideration)
- Delegate authority to Mayor/CAO to extend Municipal Accommodation Tax agreement with Niagara Falls Hotel Association
- Approve Canada Day celebrations as fee-for-service, contract Downtown BIA
- Install 40-metre no parking zone on Aintree Drive
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council will vote on a zoning amendment and draft condominium plan for 67 townhouse units at 5646-5678 Dorchester Road, despite resident comments and a petition. The council will also consider several reports, including the 2019 draft consolidated financial statements, a 2020 budget variance report, and an encroachment agreement for 5731 Victoria Avenue. Other items include temporary sidewalk cafes on Centre Street and Fallsview Boulevard, a draft condominium plan at 4263 Fourth Avenue, and additional capital funding for three transit buses.
- Zoning amendment and draft plan for 67 townhouses at 5646-5678 Dorchester Road (Centennial Homes)
- Encroachment agreement with Canna Cabana Inc. for 5731 Victoria Avenue
- Temporary sidewalk cafe reinstallation on Centre Street and Fallsview Boulevard for 2022
- Draft approval of condominium plan at 4263 Fourth Avenue
- Additional $70,000 for three 40-foot transit buses
City Council
City Council is considering the proposed 2022 operating budget, which includes a net operating budget of $84,424,468, use of $6,519,816 in reserves, and a 3.9% tax levy increase ($2,924,236) bringing the total levy to $77,904,652. The budget presentation highlights pressures from inflation, insurance, fire overtime, and COVID revenue losses, with a recommendation to defer a larger increase via reserves. Council will also vote on 2022 funding for boards, commissions, grants, and fee-for-service organizations, including a 1.70% increase over 2021 and a grant reduction strategy for 2023-2025.
- Approve 2022 net operating budget of $84,424,468
- Approve use of reserves of $6,519,816
- Approve 3.9% tax levy increase ($2,924,236) to $77,904,652
- Approve 2022 funding increase of 1.70% ($138,932) for organizations
- Approve grant reduction strategy over 2023-2025
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to decide on several planning and financial matters. Key items include a proposed zoning amendment for three 40-to-56-storey hotels at 5383-5385 Robinson Street, a cannabis facilities study, and a Vision Zero road safety agreement. The council will also consider fee waivers, interim tax levy, and various traffic and parking changes.
- Zoning amendment for 3 hotels (40-56 storeys) at 5383-5385 Robinson Street
- Cannabis facilities study: direct staff to bring draft Official Plan and zoning amendments to public meeting
- Vision Zero road safety: approve amending agreement to Niagara Region Courts Inter-Municipal Agreement
- Fee waivers: $6,243.04 (Book Riot), $18,000 (Start Me Up), $3,600 (Gateway of Niagara transit tickets)
- Municipal accounts totaling $69,600,670.07 for Oct 9-Dec 31, 2021