Brantford, ON

Social Services Committee

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Committee of Adjustment

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Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors

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Finance Committee

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Planning Committee

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Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee

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Brantford Heritage Committee

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Brantford Airport Board

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Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee

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Appeal Committee

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City Council

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Appointments Committee

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Committee of the Whole - Operations

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Committee of Adjustment

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Social Services Committee

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Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors

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Brantford Airport Board

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Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

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Finance Committee

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Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee

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Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee

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Planning Committee

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Brantford Heritage Committee

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City Council

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Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee

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Special City Council - Open Session

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Committee of Adjustment

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The Committee of Adjustment approved all four applications on the agenda, including two minor variances, two consents to sever, and related relief. All decisions were carried unanimously on recorded votes. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved minor variance A26-2026 for ground-floor dwelling unit at 360 Colborne Street East (6-0)
• Approved minor variance A27-2026 for accessory garage height of 5.4 m at 29 Tutela Heights Road (6-0)
• Approved minor variance A28-2026 and consent B18-2026 to sever land at 305 Terrace Hill Street (6-0)
• Approved minor variance A29-2026 and consent B19-2026 to sever land at 269 North Park Street (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 8, 2026 meeting

Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee

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City Council

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Brantford Heritage Committee

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Special City Council

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Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

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The Committee of the Whole approved waiving and refunding all municipal planning and building permit fees for the reconstruction of the ANAVETS Unit 341 facility at 645 Colborne Street East, which was destroyed by fire in 2024. They also approved a $126,953 downtown construction communication and marketing plan, a $500,000 brownfields tax increment grant for 33 Erie Avenue, and non-standard procurements for the 2026 Official Plan Review. A motion to waive a minor variance application fee for 113 King George Road was lost (0-8), and a motion to direct staff to prepare options for transit service on all statutory holidays was carried.

• Approved waiver and refund of ANAVETS Unit 341 building permit fees (10-0)
• Approved $126,953 Downtown Construction Communication Plan (10-0)
• Approved $500,000 Brownfields CIP Tax Increment Grant for 33 Erie Avenue (10-0)
• Approved non-standard procurement for Hemson Consulting ($225,930) and SGL Planning ($260,000) for Official Plan Review (10-0)
• Approved directing staff to prepare options for transit service on statutory holidays (10-0)
• Approved $30,000 transit bus wrap for cancer awareness (10-0)
• Lost motion to waive minor variance fee for 113 King George Road (0-8)
• Approved housekeeping amendments to Sign By-law and administrative penalty by-laws (10-0)

Brantford Airport Board

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Planning Committee

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The Committee approved an Official Plan amendment, zoning changes, and a draft plan of subdivision for a residential project at 251-255 Mount Pleasant Road. It also approved a zoning by-law amendment for an affordable mid-rise apartment building at 452 Grey Street.

• Approved Official Plan Amendment OP-02-25 for 251-255 Mount Pleasant Road (6-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-13-25 for 251-255 Mount Pleasant Road (6-0)
• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T-25502 for 251-255 Mount Pleasant Road (6-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-06-26 for 452 Grey Street (6-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment holds public hearings on seven minor variance and consent applications, all recommended for approval. Items include reducing lot frontage and area at 23-49 Leary Road, reducing parking at 159 Mary Street, allowing a billboard sign at 319 King George Road, and severing lots at 26 Grandview and 30 Proctor Avenue.

• Reduce lot frontage from 9m to 8.2m and lot area from 270m² to 240m² at 23-49 Leary Road (Empire Communities)
• Reduce parking from 57 to 42 spaces at 159 Mary Street printing/warhouse
• Allow billboard sign in Major Commercial Centre zone at 319 King George Road
• Sever 26 Grandview Street into two lots (161m² and 242m²) with variances
• Sever 30 Proctor Avenue into two lots (465m² and 535m²) with rear yard variance

The Committee of Adjustment approved multiple minor variance applications for residential and commercial properties. Decisions included permitting a digital billboard on King George Road and approving two land severances to create new lots. All applications were approved, with one variance passing 5-1.

• Approved height, rear yard, and eaves variances for 239 Wellington Street (6-0)
• Approved lot frontage and area variances for 23-49 Leary Road (6-0)
• Approved front yard variance to enclose porch at 108 Sydenham Street (6-0)
• Approved variance to permit digital billboard at 319 King George Road (5-1)
• Approved land severance and zoning variances for 26 Grandview Street (6-0)
• Approved land severance and rear yard variance for 30 Proctor Avenue (6-0)
• Approved rear yard, side yard, and parking variances for 159 Mary Street (6-0)
• Approved June 3, 2026 meeting minutes

Social Services Committee

The committee will vote on entering into two-year agreements with four shelter providers (Nova Vita, Rosewood House, Salvation Army, SOAR) for emergency shelter and transitional housing, with a one-year renewal option. They will also approve investment plans for the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative and the Homelessness Prevention Program, both fully funded by provincial grants with no city budget impact.

• Approve up to $335,920/year for Nova Vita emergency shelter
• Approve up to $1,303,050/year for Rosewood House transitional housing
• Approve up to $868,700/year for Salvation Army Brantford Booth Centre
• Approve up to $337,260/year for SOAR Cornerstone House shelter
• Approve 2026-27 COCHI and OPHI investment plan for housing capital repairs

The Social Services Committee approved two-year emergency shelter funding agreements for four local providers, securing services through October 2028. Members also adopted the 2026-27 Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative and Homelessness Prevention Program investment plans, directing staff to execute transfer payment agreements with Ontario and allocate funds for capital repairs. All items were carried without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved emergency shelter provider contracts through Oct 31, 2028 (carried)
• Authorized $335,920 annual upset limit for Nova Vita, Inc. shelters (carried)
• Authorized $1,303,050 annual upset limit for Rosewood House, Inc. shelters (carried)
• Authorized $868,700 annual upset limit for Salvation Army Brantford Booth Centre (carried)
• Authorized $337,260 annual upset limit for SOAR Community Services - Cornerstone House (carried)
• Approved 2026-27 Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative Investment Plan (carried)
• Approved 2026-27 Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan (carried)
• Directed staff to execute provincial transfer payment agreements for housing funds (carried)

Special City Council

The special city council meeting will move into closed session to discuss three confidential items: an update on provincial facilitation for the airport area, a complaint about a volunteer airport board member, and direction on an Ontario Land Tribunal settlement for 342-346 West Street.

• Update on Provincial Facilitation – Airport Area
• Complaint Regarding a Volunteer Member of the Brantford Airport Board
• Direction Regarding OLT Settlement 342-346 West St.

City Council voted to move three specific items into an in-camera session for private consideration. These items concerned the Airport Area, a volunteer board member complaint, and an OLT settlement. No substantive decisions on the merits of these items were recorded in the open session.

• Approved moving Update on Provincial Facilitation – Airport Area (2026-356) in-camera (7-3)
• Approved moving Complaint Regarding a Volunteer Member of the Brantford Airport Board (2026-354) in-camera (9-1)
• Approved moving Direction Regarding OLT Settlement 342-346 West St. (2026-348) in-camera (8-1)

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The committee is deciding on several items including taking the Wayne Gretzky Sports Center restaurant in-house, approving a $200,000 celebration for Brantford's 150th anniversary, and directing staff to review e-bike rules on trails. Other items include park lighting, tree replacement, and renaming a boat launch after a community advocate.

• $130,000 to bring Wayne Gretzky Sports Center restaurant in-house, hiring 1 full-time and 1 part-time coordinator plus up to 12 part-time staff
• $200,000 for Brantford 150 celebration funded from Council Priorities Reserve
• Direct staff to review By-law 36-2014 to allow provincially compliant e-bikes on city trails
• Install lighting at Cedarland Park and Cameron Heights Park, added to 10-year capital budget
• $9,000 to replace willow trees and install interpretive sign at Lorne Park

The Committee approved funding for the 2027 Brantford 150 Celebration and the implementation of a voluntary emergency address alert program for vulnerable residents. Council also voted to bring restaurant operations at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre in-house and directed a review of e-bike bylaws.

• Approved $200,000 from Council Priorities Reserve for 2027 Brantford 150 Celebration (11-0)
• Approved development of voluntary Address Alert Program for Vulnerable Persons and Persons with Disabilities (11-0)
• Approved bringing Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre restaurant operations in-house with $130,000 for equipment (11-0)
• Directed staff to review By-law 36-2014 to potentially permit Class 1 power-assisted bicycles on trails (11-0)
• Renamed D’Aubigny Creek boat launch to 'The Mary Welsh D’Aubigny Creek Boat Launch' (11-0)
• Approved revised Municipal Alcohol Policy and updated Municipal Alcohol Standard (11-0)
• Approved $9,000 for willow tree replacement and a historical sign at Lorne Park (11-0)
• Directed staff to include lighting for Cedarland and Cameron Heights Parks in 10-year capital budget (10-1)

Appeal Committee

The Appeal Committee will hear three appeals: a muzzle order for a potentially dangerous dog, and two property standards orders. The committee will decide whether to confirm or overturn these municipal orders.

• Muzzle order appeal for dog at 11 Brisbane Blvd (Karly Hoar for Cindy Hoar)
• Property standards order appeal for 249 Murray Street (2617013 Ontario Inc)
• Property standards order appeal for 2-173 Chatham Street (Nathacha Emerant)

The Appeal Committee heard three appeals. It upheld a muzzle order for a potentially dangerous dog at 11 Brisbane Blvd, requiring the dog to wear a muzzle. It confirmed two property standards orders (249 Murray Street and 2-173 Chatham Street) but granted 60-day extensions to August 24, 2026, to complete required repairs.

• Denied appeal of muzzle order; muzzle component confirmed and upheld (5-0)
• Confirmed Property Standards Order #9-26 for 249 Murray Street, granted 60-day extension
• Confirmed Property Standards Order #16-26 for 2-173 Chatham Street, granted 60-day extension
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2026 meeting

Special City Council

The Council will meet in a private, in-camera session to consider a Memorandum of Understanding with the Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation. This discussion involves establishing positions or procedures for municipal negotiations.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation (2026-340)

City Council held a special meeting and voted to move into a private session. The purpose was to consider a Memorandum of Understanding with the Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation.

• Approved motion to move in-camera regarding Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation Memorandum of Understanding (10-0)

Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee

The Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee will discuss potential updates to the GreenER Awards program for 2027. A deferred item on the 2026 GreenER Awards nomination review is also on the agenda.

• Deferred: 2026 GreenER Awards Nomination Review (Report 2026-167)
• Discussion: GreenER Awards potential updates for 2027 (Report 2026-298)
• Approval of May 14, 2026 meeting minutes

The committee formally presented the Green Non-profit award to the Laurier Student Public Interest Research Group. Staff also received a report outlining potential updates to the awards program for 2027. The May 14 meeting minutes were approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Awarded Green Non-profit honor to Laurier Student Public Interest Research Group (Carried, 1 abstention)
• Received report on 2027 GreenER Awards program updates (Carried)
• Approved May 14, 2026 committee meeting minutes (Carried)

City Council

Council is deciding on a $10 million indoor sports facility funded from capital reserves, ratifying a transit union collective agreement, and receiving the 2025 year-end operating surplus of $10.4 million. They will also consider zoning amendments, a voluntary address alert program for vulnerable residents, and various policy updates.

• Approval to develop an indoor sports facility ($10,050,000 from Capital Funding Envelope Reserve)
• 2025 Year End Operating Budget Surplus ($10,378,958 net tax-supported surplus)
• Ratification of tentative settlement with ATU Local 685 for transit collective agreement (2026-2029)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 161 and 165 Hachborn Road
• Voluntary Address Alert Program for vulnerable persons and persons with disabilities

City Council approved the development of an indoor turf sports facility and ratified a collective agreement with the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 685. The city also voted to ban the use of consumer fireworks starting January 2027 while still permitting their sale. Additionally, Council approved a $10.38M transfer of the 2025 operating budget surplus.

• Approved $10,050,000 for indoor sports facility at Jaycee Sports Park
• Ratified collective agreement with ATU Local 685 (11-0)
• Banned use of consumer fireworks starting January 2027, but permitted sale (9-2)
• Approved $10,378,958 transfer of 2025 operating budget surplus
• Approved zoning amendment for 161 and 165 Hachborn Road
• Approved Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan 2025-2035 (11-0)
• Approved Draft Plan of Condominium for 209 Mount Pleasant Road (9-2)
• Repealed one-way traffic on Fulton Street from Alma Street to Charing Crossing Street

Brantford Heritage Committee

The committee is reviewing updates to the Heritage Register and coordinating research on listed properties. They are also deciding on the organization and budget for a Joint Heritage Committee Meeting to be held in 2027.

• Heritage Register Project Update (Report 2026-311)
• Proposed Joint Heritage Committee Meeting in 2027
• Estimated budget of $1,500-$2,000 for joint meeting
• Creation of a four-member citizen sub-committee for event planning

The committee received a heritage register update and authorized members to research listed properties independently. They also approved hosting a joint heritage meeting in 2027 and formed a four-person sub-committee to plan it.

• Received heritage register project update (unanimous)
• Authorized members to research properties independently
• Approved hosting a Joint Heritage Committee Meeting in 2027
• Created sub-committee of 4 members to report back by Sept 21, 2026
• Appointed Tamara Cupoli, Leisah Marie Jansen, Beverly Garner, and Adam Lang to sub-committee
• Approved May 25, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to determine the distribution of the 2025 year-end operating surplus and review capital project updates. The body will also consider updates to city finance policies and the closure of specific reserve funds.

• Transfer of $10,378,958 surplus: $10.05M to Capital Funding Envelope Reserve and $328,958 to Hospital Redevelopment Reserve Fund
• Approval of funding revisions for capital projects, including the Southwest Community Centre Phase 2 Park Development
• Establishment of a new Replacement Tree Planting Reserve (RF0587)
• Closure of the Social Services Contingency Reserve (RF0472)
• Vesting and planned sale of property at 129 Erie Avenue following a failed tax sale

The committee approved transferring the 2025 net tax-supported operating surplus of $10,378,958: $10,050,000 to the Capital Funding Envelope Reserve and $328,958 to the Hospital Redevelopment Reserve Fund. An amendment directed any John Noble Home operating surplus to its own reserve instead of the Tax Stabilization Reserve. The committee also approved diverting Q1 casino revenue of $1,102,466 to the Hospital Redevelopment Reserve Fund, closed the Social Services Contingency Reserve, established a Replacement Tree Planting Reserve, updated several finance policies, approved capital project funding revisions, and directed vesting and sale of property at 129 Erie Avenue.

• Approved $10.38M surplus transfer: $10.05M to capital reserve, $328,958 to hospital reserve (4-0)
• Approved amendment: John Noble Home surplus to its own reserve, deficit from tax stabilization (4-0)
• Approved Q1 casino revenue of $1.1M diverted to hospital redevelopment reserve (consent)
• Closed Social Services Contingency Reserve (consent)
• Established Replacement Tree Planting Reserve (consent)
• Approved updates to Finance Policies 002, 009, 011 and repeal of Policy 005 (consent)
• Approved capital project funding allocations and revisions (5-0)
• Approved vesting and sale of 129 Erie Avenue, with uncollectible taxes recovered from sale proceeds (5-0)

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The committee will decide on a $10 million indoor turf sports facility at Jaycee Sports Park, a potential ban on consumer fireworks starting in 2027, and new AI and computing policies. Other items include a $225,000 Terry Fox public art piece and a sign by-law amendment. A resolution addressing community safety, mental health, and addiction will also be discussed.

• $10,050,000 for indoor turf sports facility at Jaycee Sports Park
• Ban on consumer fireworks starting January 2027 with $5,000 public education campaign
• $225,000 for Terry Fox public art installation in Fordview Park
• Amendment to sign by-law at 113 King George Road
• New Responsible Computing and Artificial Intelligence policies

Special City Council - Open Session

Council will consider endorsing the Building Faster Fund 2026 Investment Plan, bringing $4 million in revenue and reducing debenture financing for the Downtown Revitalization Project. They will also receive a report on a new Development Charge Reduction Program with unknown financial impact. A private session will discuss a tentative settlement with the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 685.

• $4M Building Faster Fund Investment Plan endorsed, reducing downtown project borrowing
• Development Charge Reduction Program introduced (financial impact unknown)
• Tentative transit union settlement discussed in closed session

City Council approved the Building Faster Fund 2026 Investment Plan, which includes reducing debenture financing for the Downtown Revitalization Project by $4,000,000 upon Ministry approval. A proposal to apply for the Development Charge Reduction Program and temporarily reduce residential development charges by 30% was defeated.

• Endorsed Building Faster Fund (BFF) 2026 Investment Plan (10-0)
• Approved $4,000,000 reduction in debenture financing for Downtown Revitalization Project (RD1702) pending Ministry approval (10-0)
• Denied application for Development Charge Reduction Program and 30% residential charge reduction (3-7)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review a zoning by-law amendment for industrial properties on Hachborn Road and a draft plan for a vacant land condominium on Mount Pleasant Road.

• Zoning amendment for 161 and 165 Hachborn Road (D&J Sausage Factory) from General Employment to General Employment Exception 41
• Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium 29CD-25524 for 209 Mount Pleasant Road

The committee approved a zoning by-law amendment to increase permitted ancillary retail floor space at 161 Hachborn Road from 10% to 38% of gross floor area, and prohibit retail at 165 Hachborn Road, both for D&J Sausage Factory. It also approved a draft plan of condominium for 209 Mount Pleasant Road by a 4-1 vote, with conditions. Consent items including previous minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved zoning amendment for 161 Hachborn Road (GE-41 zone) (5-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for 165 Hachborn Road (GE-41 zone) (5-0)
• Approved draft plan of condominium at 209 Mount Pleasant Road (4-1)
• Approved consent items including Planning Committee minutes of May 14, 2026 (5-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider several applications for land severances and minor variances. Decisions will focus on property boundaries, parking requirements, and lot coverage for residential and commercial developments.

• 30 Lynden Road: Long-term lease for a 0.25 ha portion (A&W Food Services)
• 274 Colborne Street: Severance of a 2,407.5 m2 parcel
• 225 Henry Street: Two separate land severances for Brant Business Park Inc.
• 180 Grand River Avenue: Variance for reduced lot area per unit and 32 parking spaces
• 351-365 Colborne Street: Variance to allow off-site parking at 341 Colborne Street

The Committee of Adjustment approved all six applications before it: three consent applications for land severances and long-term leases, and three minor variance applications for zoning relief. All motions carried unanimously on recorded votes. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent B09-2026 for 21-year lease on 0.25 ha at 30 Lynden Road (6-0)
• Approved consent B10-2026 to sever 274 Colborne Street into two parcels (6-0)
• Approved consents B11-2026 & B12-2026 to sever 225 Henry Street into three lots (6-0)
• Approved minor variance A13-2026 for stair projection at 70 Herbert Street (6-0)
• Approved minor variance A15-2026 for 34-unit apartment at 180 Grand River Ave: reduced lot area/unit and parking from 37 to 32 spaces (6-0)
• Approved minor variance A17-2026 for increased lot coverage (40% vs 35%) and reduced rear yard setback at 54 Beckett Drive, conditional on grading/drainage plan (6-0)

Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is meeting to conduct its 2026 Annual General Meeting. The body will vote to adopt the 2025 audited financial statements, appoint external auditors for 2026, and confirm the appointment of corporate officers.

• Adoption of 2025 Audited Financial Statements
• Appointment of external auditors for the 2026 financial year
• Appointment of Board officers including President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary
• Review of the First Quarter Report (January–March 2026) including an arrears report

The board approved all items on consent, including adoption of the 2025 audited financial statements, appointment of the City's external auditors for 2026, and reappointment of incumbents as officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer/Secretary). It also received the first quarter 2026 report and adopted minutes from the previous meeting.

• Adopted 2025 audited financial statements
• Approved appointment of City of Brantford external auditors for 2026
• Reappointed Mayor as President, CAO as VP, City Treasurer as Treasurer, City Clerk as Secretary
• Adopted minutes of 2025 Annual General Meeting
• Received first quarter 2026 report (Jan–Mar)
• Approved Board minutes from May 6, 2026

Social Services Committee

The Social Services Committee will review and approve the Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan for 2025–2035, outlining long-term strategies to address local housing needs. Staff will also present an update on the shared 2027 budget timeline between the city and county. The session includes a public delegation period and a presentation from the Director of Housing and Homelessness Services.

• Approval of the Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan (2025–2035)
• Update to the shared 2027 Social Services budget timeline
• Public delegation period for community input
• Presentation by the Director of Housing and Homelessness Services

The committee approved the Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan (2025-2035) after a presentation from the Director of Housing and Homelessness Services. They also directed staff to implement a revised 2027 Shared Social Services budget timeline and approved the previous meeting's minutes. All items were carried as presented.

• Approved Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan 2025-2035 (carried)
• Directed finance teams to implement revised 2027 Shared Social Services budget timeline
• Received report on Housing Stability Plan (2026-162)
• Received update on 2027 budget timeline (2026-257)
• Approved May 6, 2026 committee minutes
• Authorized Director to amend Housing Stability Plan per MMAH direction
• Directed City Clerk to forward resolutions to County of Brant

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole (Operations) will receive an update on the preferred alternative for the West Brant Access Route Environmental Assessment. They will also consider updates to the Strategic Asset Management Policy and endorse the Building Faster Fund 2026 Investment Plan, which involves reducing debenture financing for the Downtown Revitalization Project by $4 million. Additionally, the committee will receive the annual Drinking Water Quality Management System report and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• West Brant Access Route Environmental Assessment – Preferred Alternative Update (no financial impact)
• Strategic Asset Management Policy update to comply with provincial regulation
• Building Faster Fund 2026 Investment Plan: $4,000,000 revenue, reducing debenture for Downtown Revitalization Project
• City of Brantford Drinking Water Quality Management System – 2025 Annual Update
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2026 Operations committee and February 12, 2026 Environmental Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee

The committee endorsed the $4M Building Faster Fund 2026 Investment Plan (11-0) for downtown revitalization, subject to council ratification. It also received the West Brant Access Route Environmental Assessment preferred alternative update (7-4) despite opposition from delegations. Consent items approved included a Strategic Asset Management Policy update and a drinking water quality management system annual update.

• Endorsed Building Faster Fund $4M investment plan (11-0)
• Received West Brant Access Route EA update (7-4)
• Approved Strategic Asset Management Policy update (10-0)
• Received 2025 Drinking Water Quality Management System annual update
• Approved April 7, 2026 Committee minutes
• Approved February 12, 2026 Environmental Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee minutes

City Council

Brantford City Council will consider a notice of motion by Mayor Davis directing a new compassionate strategy for addressing homelessness, mental health, and substance use. The agenda also includes several proclamations, committee reports with financial impacts, and approval of an official plan amendment for settlement area expansion.

• Notice of Motion: 'Addressing Community Safety, Mental Health, and Addiction through Compassion' (Mayor Davis)
• Official Plan Amendment OP-04-25 for settlement area expansion at 0 & 131 Tutela Heights Road
• Work Plan for 2026 Official Plan Review with $500,000 approved financial impact
• Downtown Construction Mitigation Fund of $126,953 (Councillor Samwell)
• Reduction of Student Semester Parking Pass amount ($5,250 financial impact)

Council approved a block of 11 items from committee reports (12.1-12.3) by an 11-0 vote. Key decisions included refusing an official plan amendment for settlement area expansion at Tutela Heights Road, approving the 2026 Official Plan Review work plan with an interim control by-law, amending the noise bylaw to extend discretionary enforcement until 9pm on weekends, and establishing a $126,953 downtown construction mitigation fund.

• Refused Official Plan Amendment OP-04-25 for settlement area expansion at 0 & 131 Tutela Heights Road (11-0)
• Approved Work Plan for 2026 Official Plan Review with interim control by-law (11-0)
• Amended Noise Bylaw to allow discretion until 9pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays of long weekends (11-0)
• Approved $126,953 Downtown Construction Mitigation Fund (11-0)
• Approved temporary fare-free transit for International Villages Festival (11-0)
• Reduced student semester parking pass from $66.37 to $55.31 per month (11-0)
• Approved lease of Jaycee Park Concession to Branlyn Neighbourhood Association for 3+3 years at $2/year (11-0)
• Approved Havendale Subdivision Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement (11-0)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee will decide on two heritage grant applications and a committee vacancy. The grants are for properties at 14 Dufferin Avenue and 160 Brant Avenue, totaling $19,545.57. The committee also will declare a member seat vacant and request a replacement.

• Heritage grant application HG-03-26 for 14 Dufferin Avenue: $11,548.07
• Heritage grant application HG-04-26 for 160 Brant Avenue: $7,997.50
• Declare Committee Member Navdeep Kaur's seat vacant
• Approve minutes from April 27, 2026 meeting

The committee approved two heritage grants: $11,548.07 for 14 Dufferin Avenue and $7,997.50 for 160 Brant Avenue. It also declared a committee member's position vacant and requested the Appointments Committee to fill it. Previous meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved Heritage Grant for 14 Dufferin Ave ($11,548.07)
• Approved Heritage Grant for 160 Brant Ave ($7,997.50)
• Declared position of Committee Member Navdeep Kaur vacant
• Requested Appointments Committee to fill vacant position
• Approved April 27, 2026 minutes

Special City Council

This special council meeting has one substantive item: a private and confidential update on provincial facilitation for the airport area (item 2026-288). The council will move in-camera to discuss this under confidentiality exceptions for negotiations and provincial information. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Update on Provincial Facilitation – Airport Area (confidential)

Council voted 8-3 to move into closed session to discuss an update on provincial facilitation of the airport area. A delegation from the Brant Civic Accountability Association requested open discussion but was denied.

• Moved in-camera for Item 3.1 Airport Area update (8-3)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will receive and consider the Havendale Subdivision Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement. If approved, the Clerk will be directed to place the agreement on a signing by-law for execution by the Mayor and Clerk. No financial impact is noted.

• Havendale Subdivision Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement (no financial impact)

The Planning Committee approved the Havendale Subdivision Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement and directed the Clerk to prepare a signing by-law. The vote was 5-0 on the consent agenda, which also included approval of the previous meeting minutes.

• Approved Havendale Subdivision Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement (5-0)
• Directed Clerk to prepare signing by-law for the agreement