Niagara Falls public meetings in 2023

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment met to review several minor variance and consent applications. Most applications were approved based on staff recommendation reports, while one application was deferred.

• A-2023-038: 4097 Muir Avenue (application deferred)
• A-2023-044: 4385 Montrose Road
• A-2023-045: 5500 Marineland Parkway
• A-2023-046: 902 Marineland Parkway
• A-2023-047 & B-2023-017: 7835-7957 McLeod Road

City Council

The City Council will review several planning applications, including an employment lands conversion on Fraser Street. The meeting also includes presentations on the Niagara Falls Public Library's strategic plan and a new city customer service strategy.

• Reconsideration of Official Plan Amendment 157 for Fraser Street lands
• Zoning amendments for 2358-2378 Portage Rd and 2495 Stanley Ave
• Zoning amendment for 5640 Stanley Ave and 5609/5619 Buchanan Ave
• Approval of the City’s customer service vision, motto, and objectives
• 2024-2028 Niagara Falls Public Library Strategic Plan presentation

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee will review goals and objectives from their October planning session. The meeting includes reports on Seniors Month and Seniors News and Views TV, alongside a financial update.

• Review of October planning session goals and objectives
• Seniors Month committee Report
• Seniors News and Views TV Report
• Financial Update showing a balance of $1,231.20
• Discussion regarding Christmas Lunch

Niagara Falls Culture Committee

The Culture Committee discussed updates on the Cultural Ambassador Program, the Wall of Fame, and the Exchange facility. Members voted to send a letter to Council expressing concerns about how the ambassador program was discussed. The committee also reviewed timelines for the Cultural Development Fund grant process.

• Decision to send a letter to Council regarding the Cultural Ambassador Program
• Discussion on potential changes to the Wall of Fame application process
• Update on the Exchange occupancy status
• Cultural Development Fund application deadline of December 6th
• Report on parking accessibility issues at Firehall Theatre

City Council

The City Council will review several planning amendments, including new policies for additional dwelling units and a large development application at Stanley Avenue. The meeting also includes presentations on development charges and the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan.

• Zoning and Official Plan amendments for 9015 & 8970 Stanley Avenue
• New Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) policies
• Development Charges and Community Benefit Charges study update
• Beck Road Bridge Replacement Tender Award
• Heritage designation request for 4299 Queen Street

Environmental Action Committee

The committee will discuss an environment award and a Christmas social. Members will also receive updates on tree planting events, the Curbside Give-A-Way, and the Community Clean Sweep.

• Discussion of Environment Award
• Discussion of Christmas Social
• Recap of Tree Planting Events
• Update on Curbside Give-A-Way & Community Clean Sweep

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to review the agenda and adopt previous minutes. The meeting includes one application for 8178 Thorold Stone Road.

• Application B-2023-009 at 8178 Thorold Stone Road

Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee

The Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee met to discuss upcoming community initiatives and budget items. Members approved financial support for the Fusion Niagara launch and discussed potential new committee projects.

• $1,000 financial support for Fusion Niagara opening event
• Discussion of purchasing a Justice for Black Lives Bench
• Proposed 2024 meeting schedule approval
• National Day for Truth and Reconciliation programming
• Update on the Culture Box project

Niagara Falls Culture Committee

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Recreation Committee

The committee will discuss a pickleball facility concept and a presentation on athletic field rates and fees. Members will also consider activity subsidy fund applications for local taekwondo, gymnastics, and soccer programs.

• Pickleball facility concept presentation
• Athletic fields rates and fees presentation
• RedDawg Taekwondo subsidy request of $1,333.40
• Quantum Niagara Gymnastics subsidy request of $444.09
• Titan SportPlex soccer subsidy request of $524.76

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a response to the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force and considering a rezoning application for 8178 Thorold Stone Road. Other items include a building permit fee review and a motion regarding public safety in the Welland River.

• Zoning amendment for 8178 Thorold Stone Road to allow a new detached dwelling
• Review of Building Permit Fees (PBD-2023-58)
• Response to Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations
• Public safety report request for the Welland River (Chippawa Creek)
• Application for Gateway Economic Community Improvement Plan at 6162 Progress Street

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to consider several applications for minor variances or other land use matters. These applications include requests for properties on Main Street, Armoury Street, Stanley Avenue, Lundy's Lane, Eaglewood Drive, Atlas Street, and Sodom Road.

• A-2023-025 and A-2023-026: 3955 and 3953 Main Street
• B-2023-008: 3953-3955 Main Street
• A-2023-032: 4708 Armoury Street
• A-2023-033: 2220 Stanley Avenue
• A-2023-037: 700 Sodom Road

Environmental Action Committee

The committee will discuss links to the Greener Learning Community Garden and review community garden examples. Members will also discuss volunteer activities for remaining 2023 events and the Summer Trillium Awards.

• Discussion of Links to Greener Learning Community Garden
• Review of Summer Trillium Awards
• Discussion of community garden examples
• Review of volunteer activity for 2023 events

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting in a closed session. The session is intended for council education regarding strategic priorities and to discuss litigation involving the Ontario Land Tribunal.

• In-camera session for council education and training
• Discussion of litigation or potential litigation
• Discussion of a matter before the Ontario Land Tribunal

Recreation Committee

The Niagara Falls Recreation Committee will review several applications for activity subsidies for adults and children. The meeting will also include the election of a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Activity subsidy for Special Olympics adult bowling ($420.00 and $280.00)
• Activity subsidy for MacBain Community Centre adult swimming lessons ($172.80)
• Activity subsidy for Red Raiders child basketball ($700.00 per child)
• Activity subsidy for Niagara Falls Skating Academy CANSkate ($293.70 per child)
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair

Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee

The Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee will review a communications plan and website resources. The meeting includes a presentation requesting collaboration with the NTwyne Project and a staff report regarding the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

• NTwyne Project collaboration request
• Committee Communications Plan discussion
• Website and resources listing review
• National Day for Truth and Reconciliation staff report

Seniors Advisory Committee

The committee will review a presentation on a proposed Winter Sidewalk Clearing By-law to provide feedback. Members will also discuss options for revising the committee's strategic plan and the formation of a Seniors Month 2024 Sub-Committee.

• Proposed Winter Sidewalk Clearing By-law presentation
• Strategic plan revision: $1,000 plus HST for one 3-hour session
• Strategic plan revision: $1,750 plus HST for two 3-hour sessions
• Seniors Month 2024 Sub-Committee discussion
• Elder Abuse Prevention Knowledge Sharing Event discussion

Niagara Falls Culture Committee

The committee will receive updates on the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame and the Cultural Ambassadors Programme. Staff will also provide an update regarding the Grand Opening and initial plans for the Niagara Falls Exchange.

• Arts & Culture Wall of Fame update
• Cultural Ambassadors Programme update
• Niagara Falls Exchange Grand Opening update

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the Niagara Falls Economic Development Strategy and a Climate Change Adaptation Implementation Plan. The agenda also includes a zoning amendment for 5504 Lewis Avenue and several by-law updates.

• Niagara Falls Economic Development Strategy presentation
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 5504 Lewis Avenue
• Climate Change Adaptation Implementation Plan report
• Community Improvement Plan Incentive Programs Review
• Proposed amendments to the Fireworks By-law to include Diwali and Chinese Lunar New Year

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to consider four specific land use applications. These applications involve requests for variances at properties on Terrace Avenue, Jepson Street, Waters Avenue, and Woodfield Avenue.

• Application A-2023-021: 4188-4190 Terrace Avenue
• Application A-2023-028: 4904 Jepson Street
• Application A-2023-029: 6911 Waters Avenue
• Application A-2023-030: 2450 Woodfield Avenue

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several planning amendments, including a zoning change for vacation rentals at 5705 Buchanan Avenue and employment land conversions. The agenda also includes requests for noise by-law exemptions for local festivals and various community proclamations.

• Zoning amendment for 5705 Buchanan Avenue to permit vacation rental units
• Employment Lands Conversion: Official Plan Amendment No. 157
• By-law 2023-78 regarding the McLeod Meadows plan of subdivision
• Noise by-law exemptions for Niagara Falls Night of Art and Mighty Niagara Film Festival
• Request to waive food truck by-laws for Niagara United Soccer Club 50th Anniversary

Niagara Falls Culture Committee

The Niagara Falls Culture Committee is reviewing updates on the Art Competition and the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame. The meeting also includes reports on the Ambassador Programme and the Niagara Falls Exchange.

• Art Competition update
• Arts & Culture Wall of Fame discussion
• Ambassador Programme for Poet Laureate, Town Crier, and City Historian
• Niagara Falls Exchange report

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to review several minor variance and consent applications. These applications involve various residential and commercial properties across the city.

• A-2023-014: 3770 Montrose Road
• A-2023-018: 5401 River Road
• A-2023-019: 4461 Huron Street
• A-2023-020: 6242 Lucia Drive
• A-2023-022 through B-2023-007: 3409 Cardinal Drive

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning amendment applications, including a 74-unit apartment building on Dorchester Road. The meeting also includes presentations on building permit fee reviews and an economic update from CIBC.

• Zoning amendment for 74-unit apartment building at 6259-6293 Dorchester Road
• Building Permit Fee Review presentation by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
• Economic Update presentation by CIBC Private Wealth Management
• Proposed telecommunication tower facility at 8800 McLeod Road
• Fallsview BIA 2023 budget approval of $123,600.00

Seniors Advisory Committee - Special Finance

The Seniors Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting on July 5, 2023. The agenda consists of a presentation from the Director of Finance and the Acting Manager of Revenue, followed by items for discussion.

• Presentation by Tiffany Clark, Director of Finance
• Presentation by Stephanie Young, Acting Manager of Revenue

Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee

The meeting includes a joint session with the Diversity & Inclusion Committee featuring a presentation on corporate policies review. Following the joint session, the Anti-Racism Committee will meet separately to discuss marketing and communications updates.

• Joint meeting with the Diversity & Inclusion Committee
• All things Equitable presentation on corporate policies review
• Adoption of May 29, 2023, committee minutes
• Marketing and Communications Update

City Council

The City Council will review several planning applications for subdivision and zoning amendments. The meeting also includes a motion to review the city's electoral system and the approval of 2023 budgets for the Lundy's Lane and Clifton Hill BIAs.

• Draft Plan of Subdivision for McLeod Meadows at 9304 McLeod Road
• Zoning amendment for 7081 McLeod Road by LivWell Development Group Inc.
• Zoning amendment for 7449 Montrose Road
• Motion to review the city's electoral system (ward vs. at-large)
• Approval of 2023 Lundy's Lane BIA and Clifton Hill BIA budgets

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will consider several funding requests for sports leadership training and individual activity subsidies. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a Fall Sport and Recreation Fair.

• Leadership funding requests for baseball and soccer registration fees totaling $400.16
• Activity subsidy request for aquafit classes at MacBain Community Centre ($432.00)
• Activity subsidy request for adult swimming lessons ($160.00)
• Activity subsidy request for a 6 month adult swim pass ($135.00)
• Discussion of the Fall Sport and Recreation Fair

Seniors Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss planning for Seniors Month, including a farmers market and flag raising. Members will also consider updates to the Terms of Reference and the future of the strategic plan. Additionally, the committee will hold nominations and voting for the Chair and Vice-Chair positions.

• Seniors Month planning: Farmers Market, Flag Raising, and Speaker Series
• Terms of Reference updates regarding committee membership and meeting schedules
• Chair and Vice-Chair nominations and voting
• Discussion on revamping or restarting the strategic plan

City Council

City Council will consider the 2023 property tax rates and a draft plan of subdivision for Grassy Brook Road. The meeting also includes discussions on short-term rental by-laws and various land surplus declarations.

• 2023 Property Tax Rates (By-law 2023-056)
• Draft Plan of Subdivision for 8218, 8228, and 8547 Grassy Brook Road
• Grassy Brook Secondary Plan Phase 1 review
• Update on Bed and Breakfasts By-laws and Short Term Rental Use
• F.H. Leslie Park Playground Replacement

Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee

The Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee will hold elections for a Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will also review and discuss the strategic plan for the 2023-2026 period.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review and discussion of 2023-2026 Vision & Strategic Plan
• Correspondence from representatives of Dr. Bernice King
• Review of B'nai Brith 2022 audit of antisemitic incidents in Canada
• Budget update

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee reviewed a presentation on a multi-year plan for signage in City Parks and Trails. Members also discussed preparations for a recognition event for Jaida Lee scheduled for June 3 at Oakes Park.

• Wayfinding Consultations presentation regarding signage in Parks and Trails
• Jaida Lee Recognition and Event at Oakes Park on June 3
• Proposal to delay the election of Chair until the June meeting

Niagara Falls Culture Committee

The Niagara Falls Culture Committee is discussing terms of reference for new ambassador roles, including a Historian in Residence, Town Crier, and Poet Laureate. The meeting also includes presentations on city wayfinding and classical music, as well as elections for Committee Chair and Co-Chair.

• Review of Historian in Residence Terms of Reference ($1,500 per annum)
• Review of Town Crier Terms of Reference ($1,500 per annum)
• Review of Poet Laureate Terms of Reference ($1,500 per annum)
• Presentation on city wayfinding by D. Antonsen
• Presentation on classical music in Niagara Falls by Maria Vetere

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee will discuss the Strategic Plan and various new business items. The meeting includes discussions on Seniors Month, committee orientations, and an update on the Property Tax Plan.

• Strategic Plan discussion
• Seniors Month planning
• Terms of Reference update/approval
• Property Tax Plan update
• 2024 Seniors Month Sub-Committee

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several municipal matters including a zoning amendment for townhouse units at 4078 Victoria Avenue and updates to the 2023 Schedule of Fees. Council will also consider a motion to study reducing residential speed limits from 50 km/h to 40 km/h.

• Zoning amendment for 10 stacked townhouse units at 4078 Victoria Avenue
• Update to the 2023 Schedule of Fees
• Proposed license agreement with Tennis Clubs of Canada for the Tennis Dome
• Motion to study reducing residential street speed limits to 40 km/h
• By-law to appoint Councillor Victor Pietrangelo as Acting Mayor

City Council

City Council is reviewing several significant planning applications, including a proposed 77-storey residential building. The meeting also includes presentations from the Niagara Parks Commission and the Moose Hide Campaign, alongside various by-law amendments.

• Proposed 77-storey building with 962 units at 5602 and 5592 Robinson Street
• Proposed 18 stacked townhouse units at 6633 McLeod Road
• Commercial conversion proposal for 7085 Morrison Street
• Contract award for watermain replacements on Fern, Marieclaude, and Jordan Avenues
• By-law to amend noise regulations for the Niagara Falls History Museum and Exchange

Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee

The committee will review its 2023 Terms of Reference and discuss the 2021 Vision and Strategic Plan. Members will also discuss potential joint meetings with the Diversity & Inclusion Committee and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of Terms of Reference for the Anti-Racism Committee
• Discussion of 2021 ARC Strategic Plan
• Discussion regarding joint meetings with Diversity & Inclusion Committee

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several planning amendments, including new employment policies and a mixed-use building proposal. The agenda also includes discussions on water policy, airport commission appointments, and a notice of motion regarding one-way traffic on Centre Street.

• Zoning amendment for 8-storey mixed-use building at 5687 Ferry Street & 5660 Spring Street
• Official Plan Amendment No. 147 regarding new Employment Policies
• Infrastructure improvements for Southwest Niagara Falls Urban Boundary Expansion
• Appointment of Ann Marie Nitsopolous and John Ventresca to the Niagara District Airport Commission
• Notice of Motion regarding one-way traffic on Centre Street

City Council

The City Council will review the 2023 Water/Wastewater Budget and discuss the Municipal Housing Target and Pledge. The agenda also includes presentations on Bill 23 and property assessments, alongside several zoning and by-law amendments.

• 2023 Water/Wastewater Budget presentation
• Zoning amendment for 3770 Montrose Road
• Fallsview Boulevard Reconstruction Phase 2 contract award
• Municipal Housing Target and Municipal Housing Pledge discussion
• Sign by-law amendment for 5034 Victoria Avenue

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the 2020 consolidated financial statements and several information reports. The agenda includes discussions on land conveyance, stormwater management, and a vacant building registry.

• 2020 Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls Consolidated Financial Statements
• Proposed conveyance of City land to 2808378 Ontario Inc. at Ferguson Laneway
• Forestview/Garner Stormwater Management Pond Cleanout and Retrofit cost sharing
• Information report on Vacant Building Registry and Vacant Residential Building Tax
• Request for refund of development charges at 4389 Beechwood Road

City Council

Council is meeting to formally approve the 2023 parking budget and review the 2023 tax-supported operating budget. The meeting includes presentations on the 2023 operating budget and discussions regarding property tax increases.

• Approval of 2023 parking budget including a 10% increase in parking fines
• 10% increase in parking permit fees
• Increase in Summer Flat Rate Parking from $10/day to $15-20/day
• Proposed 2023 Tax Supported Operating Budget presentation
• Addition of a $35 per square meter licence fee for Sidewalk Cafés

City Council

Council is reviewing the 2023 operating budget, including presentations on parking and library funding. Proposed recommendations include a $7,842,143 tax levy increase and a $787,254 special capital levy for asset management.

• Proposed 2023 tax levy increase of $7,842,143
• Proposed $787,254 Special Capital Levy for Asset Management
• 2023 Parking Budget presentation
• Niagara Falls Public Library 2023 Operating Budget presentation
• Single source procurement for funding application services with GrantMatch

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several planning amendments, including updated housing policies and a zoning application for 7961 Booth Street. The meeting also includes discussions on grant recommendations, various by-law adoptions, and appointments to the Niagara Falls Library Board.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 7961 Booth Street
• Official Plan Amendment No. 149 regarding updated housing policies
• 2023 Interim Tax Levy by-law
• Modification to a Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium at 6400 & 6420 Kalar Road
• Appointment of residents to the Niagara Falls Library Board for 2023-2026