{ "city": "Niagara Falls", "state": "Ontario", "page": "https://canada.theboringparts.com/city/niagarafalls/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-26", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City holds public meeting on new Official Plan (Our Niagara Falls Plan)", "summary": "Council will hold a statutory public meeting to receive public comments on the draft 'Our Niagara Falls Plan' (Official Plan). Council will also consider a confirming by-law. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and disclosures of interest.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/112161/City%20Council%20-%2028%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=F2C882633AFF47DEA3D7E54F30EB234D", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2002" }, { "date": "2026-07-29", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee of Adjustment to review five property applications", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider several applications for minor variances and consents. The meeting includes requests for property changes at five different locations in Niagara Falls.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/112132/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2029%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=700FD8A88A644EE4B140CA6D4CDACD82", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1947" }, { "date": "2026-08-11", "body": "City Council", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1928" }, { "date": "2026-08-25", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1948" }, { "date": "2026-09-10", "body": "Niagara Falls Culture Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1971" }, { "date": "2026-09-15", "body": "Recreation Committee", "headline": "Recreation Committee to discuss staff authority for subsidy payments", "summary": "The Recreation Committee will meet to discuss delegating authority to staff for processing Activity Subsidy Fund, Leadership, and Championship applications. The committee will also discuss an upcoming golf tournament.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/111928/Recreation%20Committee%20-%2029%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=864C544A03D6420F935F355CE92900D7", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1962" }, { "date": "2026-09-16", "body": "Environmental Action Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1915" }, { "date": "2026-09-21", "body": "Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1892" }, { "date": "2026-09-29", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1949" }, { "date": "2026-10-06", "body": "Recreation Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1963" }, { "date": "2026-10-08", "body": "Niagara Falls Culture Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1972" }, { "date": "2026-10-14", "body": "Environmental Action Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1916" }, { "date": "2026-10-20", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1950" }, { "date": "2026-11-11", "body": "Environmental Action Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1917" }, { "date": "2026-11-12", "body": "Niagara Falls Culture Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1973" }, { "date": "2026-11-16", "body": "Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1893" }, { "date": "2026-11-17", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1951" }, { "date": "2026-11-24", "body": "City Council", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1929" }, { "date": "2026-12-01", "body": "City Council - 01 Dec 2026 (Budget)", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1930" }, { "date": "2026-12-08", "body": "Recreation Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1964" }, { "date": "2026-12-15", "body": "City Council", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1931" }, { "date": "2026-12-22", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1952" }, { "date": "2027-03-23", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1943" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-20", "body": "Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee", "headline": "Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee to meet July 20", "summary": "The committee will meet to discuss new business and receive a budget update. The meeting will also include the adoption of minutes from May 25, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/111673/Niagara%20Falls%20Anti-Racism%20Committee%20-%2020%20Jul%2020.pdf?handle=D3397906C36D4CDB930AF17A33CACE74", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1891" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council considers Chippawa Willoughby Community Centre budget and various planning items", "summary": "The City Council will review the Chippawa Willoughby Community Centre project budget, estimated at $59.5 million. The meeting also includes several zoning amendments for hotel, retail, and parking developments, as well as municipal works updates.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/111530/City%20Council%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=42C6D4BD3A124F6E9768166312047D04", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1927" }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "body": "Niagara Falls Culture Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1970" }, { "date": "2026-06-30", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee of Adjustment to hear 7 applications on June 30", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider seven applications (minor variances and consents) at its June 30 meeting. The agenda lists only addresses and owner/agent names; no details on the nature of each application are provided in the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/111063/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2030%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=8B12FEE506F5457DB591C36A9F8856A3", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1946" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to receive Unhoused Action Plan and consider housing projects", "summary": "The City Council will receive a presentation on the Unhoused Action Plan, hold public hearings for two housing developments (99 townhouse units on Valley Way and a 57-unit apartment on Garner Road), and consider a bylaw to recover costs from frivolous Integrity Commissioner complaints. Other items include fee waiver applications, a vow renewal ceremony fee update, and several proclamations.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/110851/City%20Council%20-%2023%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=97D713902D5E4E07ADD53222FB100570", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1998" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Niagara Falls Culture Committee", "headline": "Culture Committee to consider collection optimization sub-committee", "summary": "The Niagara Falls Culture Committee will meet on June 11, 2026, to approve minutes from April 9 and receive verbal updates. Staff will request formation of a Collection Optimization sub-committee and provide updates on NFCDF and art exhibitions. The committee must also confirm quorum for the July 9 meeting related to the Wall of Fame.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/110287/Niagara%20Falls%20Culture%20Committee%20-%2011%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=D4B1A1465D4F43B39C33C5F09B2591CE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1969" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Seniors Advisory Committee", "headline": "Committee reviews $2,650 budget for upcoming senior programs", "summary": "The Seniors Advisory Committee will receive a budget update showing $2,650 available for upcoming spends. Members will discuss sidewalk safety concerns for seniors and scooter drivers, and plan events such as the Come Over October gathering and a Genwell workshop. Additional items include a proposal to donate $250 for coffee, tea and a cookie for lightning talks and the purchase of speaker gifts up to $25 each.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/110345/Seniors%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2011%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=194D9CAE5B6648359A9A16CA214029A0", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1983" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Environmental Action Committee", "headline": "Committee to announce new Disk Golf event at Firemen's Park", "summary": "The Environmental Action Committee will adopt minutes from May 13, receive updates on a Bike Month video, a Chippawa tree, and European Buckthorn in the Chippawa boardwalk area. They will recap the recent Tree Giveaway (500 trees given), update the Summer Trillium Awards schedule, and hear a Participaction presentation. New business includes announcing a Disk Golf 'Try It' event on June 20 at Firemen's Park.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/110461/Environmental%20Action%20Committee%20-%2010%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=23F70B08E542458E980C40E75FFB8193", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1914" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "Recreation Committee", "headline": "Committee reviews activity subsidy requests totaling $700 for local youth sports", "summary": "The Recreation Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, consider applications for the Activity Subsidy Fund, and discuss upcoming community events. Requested subsidies include $500 for Child Hockey Niagara Falls and $200 for Child Rugby Niagara. The committee will also review plans for a Disc Golf Try‑It day on June 20 and a golf tournament on August 22.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/110309/Recreation%20Committee%20-%2009%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=944EC318ACE74235A8E50C608305A91E", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1961" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "Downtown Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1996" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Public hearing on 43-unit apartment building at 5558 Drummond Road", "summary": "Council will hold public meetings on two planning applications: a vacation rental at 4910 Hunter Street and a 43-unit apartment building at 5558 Drummond Road. A by-law to charge for frivolous Integrity Commissioner complaints will be considered. Council will also vote on a noise by-law exemption for the Niagara Ukrainian Family Festival and a motion to explore a mini asphalt plant for pothole repairs.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/109849/City%20Council%20-%2002%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=44DD80004D114325A24F27604CC42D97", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1926" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "8 minor variance and consent applications to be decided", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider eight applications for minor variances or consents at properties across Niagara Falls. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and disclosures of pecuniary interest.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/109681/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2026%20May%202026.pdf?handle=F2095801193A4A5FA1792DF2B47FFFFC", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1945" }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "body": "Niagara Falls Anti-Racism Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1890" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Niagara Falls Culture Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1968" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Committee of Adjustment - 14 May 2026 (Special Meeting)", "headline": "Single application on agenda for 3770 Montrose Road", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider one application (B-2026-014) for a property at 3770 Montrose Road, though the specific request is not detailed in the agenda. The meeting otherwise consists of routine procedural items.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/109286/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2014%20May%202026%20(Special%20.pdf?handle=52FBA6F66EDC464D9BFEE17065C5768B", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1993" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Seniors Advisory Committee", "headline": "Committee will approve purchase of appreciation gifts for lightening talk presenters", "summary": "The Seniors Advisory Committee will discuss several updates, including Senior Month activities, news broadcasts, and a budget of $3,150. The committee will consider and vote on purchasing appreciation gifts for the lightening‑talk presenters. They will also plan their presence at the upcoming Active Living Fair.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/109316/Seniors%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2014%20May%202026.pdf?handle=550B122DF1B249F1BF9D51526F4BB629", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1982" }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "body": "Environmental Action Committee", "headline": "Tree giveaway and Trillium Awards updates on committee agenda", "summary": "The Environmental Action Committee will adopt minutes from April and receive updates on the Free Tree Giveaway event and the Summer Trillium Awards. No new business or major decisions are listed.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/109397/Environmental%20Action%20Committee%20-%2013%20May%202026.pdf?handle=9F1B45419C3E46DBA8BC6131C5645CF7", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1913" }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to consider Official Plan Amendment for settlement area boundary expansion", "summary": "Council will hear presentations on the Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Master Servicing Plan and the Transportation Master Plan update, and consider an Official Plan Amendment (No. 195) for settlement area boundary expansion policies. The agenda also includes multiple noise by-law exemptions for festivals at Firemen's Park, approval of BIA budgets, and a request to review a $3,851.59 fire services invoice. Several proclamations and flag-raisings are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/109145/City%20Council%20-%2012%20May%202026.pdf?handle=12A110C651C4418A9002ED53045510C4", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1925" }, { "date": "2026-05-05", "body": "Recreation Committee", "headline": "Recreation Committee to decide on $1,250 in activity subsidy requests", "summary": "The Recreation Committee will hear a presentation from Eric Conlon and Kevin Fehr about a Disc Golf Tournament and Try It Day. They will vote on three activity subsidy applications totaling $1,250 and one leadership training request for $100. The committee will also discuss holding a golf tournament on August 22, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/108940/Recreation%20Committee%20-%2005%20May%202026.pdf?handle=E84D14F9547D45499B2C2D7870224CD4", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1960" }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee to review five property variance applications on April 28", "summary": "The Niagara Falls Committee of Adjustment will consider five applications for minor variances or consents. The items include A-2025-035 for 5056‑5096 Montrose Rd, A-2026-021 for 7373 Redhaven Cr, B-2026-012 for 8850 Sodom Rd, B-2026-014 for 3770 Montrose Rd, and B-2026-015/016/017 for 5969 and 5981 Dunn St. The Committee will vote to approve or deny each request.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/108600/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2028%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=680AAC7A28E54B4BB0817351B6464094", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1944" }, { "date": "2026-04-21", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to set 2026 property tax rates and levy for the city", "summary": "The Niagara Falls City Council will consider a series of by‑law motions, including the 2026 levy by‑law that sets taxation rates for city, regional and education purposes. It will also review zoning and official‑plan amendments for 7800 Lundy's Lane and a zoning amendment for 4336 Willick Road. Additional items include updates to user‑fee schedules, a modified procurement authorization for an AI building‑review software project, and several proclamations and budget approvals for local business improvement areas.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/108457/City%20Council%20-%2021%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=D1F62165F0DC4DDDA2F8070300D6A051", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1924" }, { "date": "2026-04-09", "body": "Niagara Falls Culture Committee", "headline": "Committee selects Samantha Fikel for 2026 Allister Young Award", "summary": "The Niagara Falls Culture Committee approved the selection of Samantha Fikel as the recipient of the 2026 Allister Young Award. The committee also discussed updates on the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame, an open call for art exhibitions, and the NFCDF online portal. The May 2026 regular meeting was cancelled. Members were encouraged to attend the 'Toy Reboot' exhibit and events at Fireman's Park.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/110295/Niagara%20Falls%20Culture%20Committee%20-%2009%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=E730C65FCCE842758F735B4A1424E9EA", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1967" }, { "date": "2026-04-09", "body": "Seniors Advisory Committee", "headline": "Seniors Advisory Committee to discuss Senior Month and budget", "summary": "The committee will adopt the agenda and minutes from March 12, disclose any conflicts of interest, and discuss updates on Senior Month planning, the Seniors News & Views show, and the committee's budget.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/108258/Seniors%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2009%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=4AD7EBB73F1B4358BA7C6854FDB037DC", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1984" }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "body": "Environmental Action Committee", "headline": "Committee to receive spring events update, including Earth Day and tree giveaway", "summary": "The Environmental Action Committee will adopt the March 11, 2026 minutes and receive an update from the Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee. The main item is a spring events update covering Earth Hour, Curbside Giveaway, Earth Day Clean-Up, Free Tree Giveaway, and recently acquired grants. No new business or decisions are listed on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/109401/Environmental%20Action%20Committee%20-%2008%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=580C3CA5A3B741D6AA90C061142A8577", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1912" }, { "date": "2026-04-07", "body": "Downtown Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss road closures for 10‑storey apartment at 4500 Park Street", "summary": "The Downtown Committee will hear an introduction from the Manager of Municipal Enforcement and Security on bylaw enforcement. It will receive an overview of upcoming road closures and transportation considerations for the 10‑storey apartment development at 4500 Park Street. The committee will also consider input on changing the overnight parking restriction start time from 2 am to 3 am. A presentation will update the Downtown Marketing Project and feature capstone research from University of Niagara Falls students. An in‑camera resolution will be adopted to close part of the meeting under the Municipal Act.", "agenda_url": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/document/108034/Downtown%20Committee%20-%2007%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=8652291A5BE747B19AF2AA89FF40AC2A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://niagarafalls.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1988" } ] }