Brantford public meetings in 2024

City Council

Brantford City Council will consider approving a retroactive property tax rebate for the Brant United Way and a series of zoning and traffic bylaw amendments for Murray Street.

• Retroactive charity rebate for Brant United Way ($9,902.67)
• Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-16-24 for 571 West Street
• Parking By-law Amendments for Murray Street
• Traffic By-law Amendments for Murray Street
• By-law to amend fees and charges for Brantford Municipal Airport

Council voted 6-4 to suspend Councillor Richard Carpenter's remuneration for 30 days starting January 1, 2025, after the Integrity Commissioner found he violated the Oath of Confidentiality. Council also approved the 2025 City Services budget confirmation, the Economic Development Strategy (2024-2031), and a zoning amendment for a 10-storey mixed-use building at 571 West Street. Several items were deferred or amended, including a sidewalk funding allocation and airport hangar rates.

• Suspended Councillor Carpenter's pay for 30 days (6-4)
• Approved 2025 City Services budget confirmation ($138.36M operating, $158.77M capital) (9-1)
• Approved Economic Development Strategy 2024-2031 (9-1)
• Approved zoning amendment for 10-storey mixed-use building at 571 West Street (10-0)
• Approved $250,000 annual sidewalk allocation for 2025-2026 (9-1)
• Deferred mid-size T-hangar rate change at airport to February (9-1)
• Approved Murray Street/East Ward traffic safety changes with $19,300 funding (11-0)
• Approved Brantford Police Services budget, including crossing guard program transfer (9-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider three applications involving land severances, easements, and minor variances for properties on Murray Street, Usher Street, and Burwell Street.

• 61-73 Murray Street: Proposed easement for parking access and a minor variance for a minimum lot area of 450 m2
• 101A-C Usher Street: Proposed severances of two parcels and variances for front yard landscaping and lot width
• 13 Burwell Street: Proposed land severance and variances for accessory building coverage, lot coverage, and rear yard size

The Committee of Adjustment approved all three applications before it, including consent to sever land and minor variances for properties on Murray, Usher, and Burwell Streets. Each approval was carried unanimously on a recorded vote of 5-0. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent B38-2024 for easement at 61-73 Murray St (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A58-2024 for minimum lot area at 61-73 Murray St (5-0)
• Approved consents B39-2024 and B40-2024 to sever townhouse parcels at 101A-C Usher St (5-0)
• Approved minor variances A56-2024 for front yard landscaped open space and lot width at 101A-C Usher St (5-0)
• Approved consent B41-2024 to sever land at 13 Burwell St (5-0)
• Approved minor variances A57-2024 for lot coverage, accessory coverage, and rear yard setback at 13 Burwell St (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 6, 2024 meeting

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee received several Heritage Impact Assessment reports and made decisions on multiple items. It approved the proposed alteration to the designated property at 34 Myrtleville Drive under Application HA-14-24. The committee also received the designation report for 53 Charlotte Street, noting a $1,400 budget allocation, and appointed members to the Prominence Point Subcommittee. Additional items included nominations for Prominence Point recognition, priorities for 2025, and a review of heritage procedures.

• Approval of alteration to 34 Myrtleville Drive (Application HA-14-24)
• Designation of 53 Charlotte Street under Part IV, with approx. $1,400 budget
• Appointment of members to the Prominence Point Subcommittee
• Reception of Heritage Impact Assessments for Downtown Streetscaping and 97 Wellington/81 George Street projects
• Review of Heritage Procedures and Delegated Authority

The Brantford Heritage Committee approved a heritage permit for alterations to 34 Myrtleville Drive, adding conditions to address foundation damage and chimney cap options. The committee also received heritage impact assessments for downtown streetscaping and 97 Wellington/81 George streets, forwarding comments to staff. It appointed members to a Prominence Point subcommittee and shortlisted neighbourhoods for 2025 research priorities.

• Approved alteration to 34 Myrtleville Drive (HA-14-24) with added conditions on foundation and chimney cap
• Received Heritage Impact Assessment for Downtown Streetscaping Project and forwarded comments
• Received Heritage Impact Assessment for 97 Wellington Street / 81 George Street and forwarded comments
• Received designation report for 53 Charlotte Street and forwarded comments
• Appointed 5 members to Prominence Point Subcommittee for 1-year term
• Shortlisted Waterloo Court, Lansdowne Park Estate, Victory Housing and Eagle Place for 2025 research
• Received review of Heritage Procedures and Delegated Authority and forwarded comments
• Approved minutes from November 25, 2024 meeting

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider Zoning By‑Law Amendment PZ‑16‑24 for 571 West Street. The amendment seeks to change the zoning from General Industrial and Major Commercial Centre to holding‑zone designations to allow a 10‑storey mixed‑use building with a retirement home and ground‑floor commercial uses. Approval is conditional on the applicant providing a Land Use Compatibility Study and a Noise Study. No financial impact is noted.

• Zoning By‑Law Amendment PZ‑16‑24 – change of zones at 571 West St to enable 10‑storey mixed‑use building
• Proposed development includes a retirement home and ground‑floor commercial uses
• Conditional approval requires a Land Use Compatibility Study and Noise Study
• No financial impact identified for the amendment
• Attachments include site plan, elevations, official plan, and study documents

The Planning Committee approved a zoning by-law amendment for a 10-storey mixed-use building with a 239-unit retirement home and ground-floor commercial uses at 571 West Street. The approval includes conditions, such as requiring a Land Use Compatibility Study and Noise Study before the holding provision is removed. The vote was unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-16-24 for 571 West Street (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 Planning Committee meeting (5-0)

Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee

The Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee will receive the 2024 Climate Change Action Plan Annual Update and approve the 2025 Schedule of Reports. The committee will also discuss the draft 2025 meeting dates.

• Approval of 2025 Schedule of Reports (2024-634)
• Review of 2024 Climate Change Action Plan Annual Update (2024-633)
• Discussion of draft 2025 meeting dates
• Approval of August 15, 2024 meeting minutes

The Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee received the 2025 Schedule of Reports and the 2024 Climate Change Action Plan Annual Update, and approved the 2025 Meeting Schedule and the minutes from August 15, 2024. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural approvals.

• Received 2025 Schedule of Reports (Report 2024-634)
• Received 2024 Climate Change Action Plan Annual Update (Report 2024-633)
• Approved 2025 Meeting Schedule
• Approved minutes from August 15, 2024

Special City Council

Brantford City Council will hold a special meeting on December 10, 2024, in a hybrid format. The council will move in-camera to discuss confidential matters including litigation, solicitor-client advice, and land acquisitions.

• In-camera consideration of 75-79 Erie Avenue
• Update on Indigenous Affairs
• Extension of due diligence period for 115 Albion Street

The special City Council meeting on December 10, 2024, consisted solely of a motion to move in-camera to discuss three confidential items: litigation and solicitor-client privilege matters related to 75-79 Erie Avenue, an update on Indigenous Affairs, and the extension of the due diligence period for the potential acquisition of 115 Albion Street (Robert Moore Park). The motion was carried unanimously (11 to 0), and the council reconvened in open session and adjourned at 5:11 p.m. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Moved in-camera to discuss 75-79 Erie Avenue litigation and legal advice (11-0)
• Moved in-camera to discuss Indigenous Affairs update (11-0)
• Moved in-camera to discuss extension of due diligence for 115 Albion Street land acquisition (11-0)

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Committee of the Whole approved a new Economic Development Strategy for 2024-2031 and refunded $16,428.27 in municipal property taxes to the Brant Land Trust. The committee also decided not to pursue heritage conservation district designations for three neighbourhoods and approved updates to OMERS by-laws.

• Refund of $16,428.27 in property taxes to Brant Land Trust
• Approval of Economic Development Strategy (2024-2031)
• Decision not to pursue heritage conservation districts for Erie Avenue, Dufferin-Lorne, and Lansdowne Park
• Update to OMERS Participation By-law
• Approval of Downtown Entertainment District Option 1

The Committee approved a new councillor remuneration rate of $32.71/hour (Step 3.0, Level D) for the 2026 term, based on 25 hours per week starting January 1, 2027, and removed the $250 Planning Committee stipend. It also approved the Economic Development Strategy (2024-2031), directed staff to proceed with Option 1 for the Downtown Entertainment District, and decided not to pursue heritage conservation districts due to lack of interest.

• Approved councillor remuneration at $32.71/hr for 2026 term (9-2)
• Removed $250 Planning Committee stipend for 2026 term (8-3)
• Approved Economic Development Strategy 2024-2031 (10-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with Option 1 for Downtown Entertainment District (10-1)
• Decided not to pursue heritage conservation districts (carried)
• Directed staff to develop Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan (carried)
• Approved $16,428.27 property tax refund to Brant Land Trust (carried)
• Referred no items; referral to Remuneration Committee lost (4-7)

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board will receive the December 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024-704) and related updates on real‑estate, facilities, airport management and budget. Board members are asked to provide feedback for the Recommendation Report to the Committee of the Whole – Operations. The meeting will also consider the minutes from the November 18, 2024 Board meeting.

• December 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report – 2024-704 (Financial Impact: None)
• Appendix A – Airport Projects Update (December 2024)
• Appendix B – CYFD Brantford Capital Needs (December 2024)
• Appendix C – December Airport Management Report 2024
• Appendix D – Brantford Municipal Airport Profit/Loss December 2024

The Brantford Airport Board received the December 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report as information and directed staff to obtain cost estimates for main runway lighting, approach guidance lighting for Runway 23, and an Automatic Weather Observation System (AWOS). Staff will report back with estimates to consider drafting a proposal to the County of Brant for cost contribution. The board also approved the minutes from the November 18, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received December 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (carried)
• Directed staff to obtain estimates for main runway lighting, approach guidance lighting for Runway 23, and AWOS (carried)
• Directed staff to report back with cost estimates for potential County of Brant contribution (carried)
• Approved November 18, 2024 minutes (carried)

Estimates Committee

The committee is considering the Year 2 Budget Confirmation for Local Boards. This includes reviewing operating and capital budgets for several city entities and discussing the administration of the Adult School Crossing Guard Program.

• Local Boards 2025 budget: $73,359,283 Operating and $3,058,809 Capital
• Transfer of $744,189 for the Adult School Crossing Guard Program to the City
• Inclusion of $96,755 for the Summer Park Patrol Program in the 2025 Operating Budget
• 2025 budget reviews for Downtown Brantford BIA, Public Library, John Noble Home, Police Service, and Brant County Health Unit

The Estimates Committee received Report 2024-706 and approved the 2025 Year 2 Budget Confirmation for Local Boards, including operating and capital impacts. The committee approved Option 1 for the police capital budget shortfall, added a one percent increase to the Brant County Health Unit's 2024 budget for implementation in 2025, and approved changes regarding the Adult School Crossing Guard Program and Summer Park Patrol Program.

• Received Report 2024-706 Year 2 Budget Confirmation – Local Boards
• Approved Option 1 for police capital budget shortfall (6-2)
• Approved a 1% increase to the 2024 Brant County Health Unit budget for 2025 (9-0)
• Approved police administration transfer of Adult School Crossing Guard Program with $744,189 funds (8-0)
• Requested police management of crossing guard program until end of 2025 school year (8-0)
• Included $96,755 Summer Park Patrol Program in City's 2025 Operating Budget (8-0)
• Approved Clauses A and F as amended (9-0)
• Approved Clauses B to E as amended (8-0)

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole Operations will receive reports on active transportation sidewalk gaps, the Blue Box recycling program transition, airport fee changes, and neighbourhood traffic safety. It will consider a $250,000 capital project starting in 2027 to add missing sidewalks and a by‑law amendment to adopt a new sidewalk policy. The council will also discuss funding for Murray Street traffic safety and approve amendments to the Brantford Source Protection Plan.

• Consider a $250,000 capital project (starting 2027) to add missing sidewalk links and present a by‑law amendment to By‑law 70‑210 to adopt a new sidewalk policy.
• Review the Blue Box Recycling Program transition to individual producer responsibility in 2025, with a financial impact of $84,800.
• Amend airport fees: raise the mid‑size T‑hangar rate from $509.27 to $611.27 per month and exempt commercial hangars from the Fees and Charges By‑law.
• Approve Murray Street / East Ward traffic safety recommendations, allocate $19,300 from the Road Safety reserve for 2025 implementation and consider $119,900 for the 2026 capital budget.
• Approve the proposed amendments to the Brantford Source Protection Plan and provide a copy of the resolution to the Grand River Source Protection Authority by Dec 27 2024.

Brantford's Committee of the Whole - Operations approved several items on December 3, 2024. It approved $19,300 from the Road Safety initiatives reserve for Murray Street / East Ward traffic safety measures and referred a request for $250,000 annually for sidewalks in 2025 and 2026 to the Estimates Committee. It also approved changes to Brantford Municipal Airport fees and charges, including raising the mid-size T-hangar with power rate from $509.27 to $611.27 per month, and received reports on the Blue Box recycling transition and the Brantford 2050 City Vision.

• Approved $19,300 from Road Safety initiatives reserve (RF0575) in 2025 for Murray Street / East Ward traffic safety (11-0)
• Referred $250,000 annually for 2025 and 2026 for sidewalks to the Estimates Committee (6-5)
• Approved Active Transportation – Missing Sidewalk Links report as amended, including considering $250,000 annual capital project starting 2027 (11-0)
• Approved amendments to the Brantford Source Protection Plan and directed a copy be provided to the Grand River Source Protection Authority by December 27, 2024
• Approved airport fee changes: mid-size T-hangar with power rate from $509.27 to $611.27 per month; commercial land lease rate from $0.56/sqft (1.8%) to $0.58/sqft (5.5%) (10-1)
• Received Blue Box Recycling Program transition report (10-0, Councillor Sullivan declared conflict)
• Received Brantford 2050 City Vision project update
• Waived section 15.6.2 of Chapter 15 of the Municipal Code to allow late-registered delegates (9-2)

Estimates Committee

The Estimates Committee is reviewing the Year 2 Budget Confirmation for City Services and public engagement findings for 2025 budget priorities. The body will hear delegations regarding the city services budget and consider the adoption of operating and capital budgets.

• Year 2 Budget Confirmation – City Services: $138,360,049 Operating and $158,765,799 Capital
• Proposed amendment to By-law 2021-2024 to fix fees and charges for 2024-2027
• Request to include operating and capital costs for Option 3 of the Brantford Transit-Moving Forward Plan in the 2025 Budget
• Presentation of 2025 City Budget Priorities – Public Engagement Campaign Findings (Report 2024-709)
• Authorization for debenture financing by-laws

The Estimates Committee approved the Year 2 Budget Confirmation for City Services, covering a 2025 operating budget of $138,360,049 and capital budget of $158,765,799. The approval includes authorizing by-laws for fees and financing, and allowing commissioners to award capital projects. The committee also received the public engagement campaign findings on 2025 budget priorities. Mayor Davis declared a conflict on the Colborne St W. Sound Barrier project and did not vote on the budget item.

• Approved Year 2 Budget Confirmation for City Services (10-0)
• Received 2025 City Budget Priorities Public Engagement Campaign Findings (10-0)
• Authorized by-laws to amend fees and charges and for debenture financing
• Authorized commissioners and purchasing officer to award 2025 capital projects
• Requested Mayor to include costs for Option 3 of Brantford Transit-Moving Forward Plan in 2025 budget

Control of Vicious Dogs Committee

The Control of Vicious Dogs Committee is meeting to review a muzzle appeal and approve previous meeting minutes. The primary focus is a hearing regarding a dangerous dog designation served on October 23, 2024.

• Muzzle appeal by Lisa Elward regarding a dog named Xena at 404-177 Colborne Street West
• Approval of October 30, 2023, open and private committee minutes

The Control of Vicious Dogs Committee heard a muzzle appeal by Lisa Elward regarding her dog Xena, designated as dangerous. After testimony from officers, witnesses, and the appellant, the committee voted to confirm and uphold the muzzle order component of the designation. The meeting also approved minutes from the previous session and moved in-camera for deliberations.

• Approved minutes from October 30, 2024 (public and private) (carried)
• Confirmed and upheld muzzle order for Lisa Elward's dog Xena (carried)

Public Consultation Task Force

The Public Consultation Task Force will consider a staff report recommending the Expansion of the Community Involvement Framework with a $10,000 financial impact. The body will direct staff to implement the updated engagement campaign and to report findings in March 2025. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, conflict‑of‑interest declarations, and approval of the September 12, 2024 minutes.

• Expansion of Community Involvement Framework – Public Consultation Plan Update (financial impact $10,000)
• Implementation directive for the updated Community Involvement Framework engagement campaign
• Report back to the Task Force on campaign findings in March 2025
• Review and approval of Public Consultation Task Force minutes from September 12, 2024
• Roll call and declarations of conflicts of interest

The Public Consultation Task Force approved the expansion of the Community Involvement Framework, directing staff to implement an updated engagement campaign and report back in March 2025. An amendment was also carried to complete a jurisdictional comparator research scan of community engagement processes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved staff report 2024-699 on Community Involvement Framework update (carried)
• Directed staff to implement updated Engagement Campaign (carried)
• Directed staff to report back with findings in March 2025 (carried)
• Approved amendment for jurisdictional comparator research scan (carried)
• Approved minutes of September 12, 2024 meeting (carried)

Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Economic Development, Tourism & Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee will receive an update report on the final Economic Development Strategy for 2024‑2031 (item 4.1). The meeting also includes consent items to approve the June 19, 2024 minutes and to adopt the 2025 meeting schedule. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Update Report – Final Economic Development Strategy (2024‑2031) (item 4.1)
• Consent item: approve Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee minutes from June 19, 2024
• Consent item: adopt 2025 meeting schedule for the advisory committee

The committee received the final Economic Development Strategy (2024-2031) as presented by staff, with no amendments or further action. It also approved the minutes from the June 19, 2024 meeting and received the 2025 meeting schedule. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received final Economic Development Strategy 2024-2031 (carried)
• Approved June 19, 2024 committee minutes (carried)
• Received 2025 meeting schedule (carried)

City Council

Council will approve the 2025 Shared Social Services Operating Budget of $19,205,188 and Capital Budget of $3,973,829. The meeting also includes ratifying a settlement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for a collective agreement renewal, authorizing the sale of city‑owned properties on Marlene Avenue, and approving the purchase of 57 Charlotte Street for $1,628,475. Several by‑law amendments and traffic safety reviews are presented for consideration.

• 2025 Shared Social Services Operating Budget $19,205,188 and Capital Budget $3,973,829 approved
• Ratification of settlement with IBEW Local 636, Unit 41 for collective agreement (June 1 2024 – May 31 2028)
• Disposition of underutilized city‑owned properties: 10 Marlene Avenue and two lots from 5 Marlene Avenue
• Acquisition of property at 57 Charlotte Street for $1,600,000 plus $28,475 land transfer tax (total $1,628,475)
• Multiple by‑law amendments (parking, traffic, reserve dedication) and traffic safety reviews presented

City Council approved the 2025 Shared Social Services Budget of $19,205,188 operating and $3,973,829 capital, and ratified a collective agreement with IBEW Local 636. Council also approved funding increases for the Waterworks Park parking lot ($213,504) and the Provincial Offences Court Services project ($3,550,000), and authorized the acquisition of 57 Charlotte Street for up to $1,628,475. A motion to approve the Tollgate Road traffic safety review was defeated (2-9).

• Approved 2025 Shared Social Services Budget: $19.2M operating, $3.97M capital (11-0)
• Ratified IBEW Local 636 collective agreement, June 2024-May 2028 (11-0)
• Approved $3.55M capital increase for POA Accommodations Project (11-0)
• Approved $213,504 additional funding for Waterworks Park parking lot (11-0)
• Approved acquisition of 57 Charlotte Street for $1,628,475 (10-1)
• Approved $50,000 for 2025 Special Olympics Ontario Summer Games support (11-0)
• Defeated Tollgate Road traffic safety review recommendations (2-9)
• Deferred zoning by-law amendment for 816 Colborne Street for two cycles

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee will receive and review three reports: the 2025 priorities (budgeted $9,515), a heritage impact assessment for 40 Richmond Street, and results of consultations on potential heritage conservation districts on Erie Avenue, Lorne, Dufferin, and Lansdowne Park. The committee will also consider consent items including the October 28, 2024 minutes and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• 2025 Heritage Committee priorities (budget $9,515)
• Heritage Impact Assessment for 40 Richmond Street
• Results of potential Heritage Conservation District consultation – Erie Avenue, Lorne, Dufferin, and Lansdowne Park
• Consent item: minutes from October 28, 2024 meeting
• Consent item: 2025 Heritage Committee meeting schedule

The Brantford Heritage Committee received a Heritage Impact Assessment for 40 Richmond Street and forwarded comments supporting the proposed design, noting that the windows, roof peaks, and building height align with the original heritage structure, and supporting its integration into future development. The committee also received results of potential Heritage Conservation District consultations for Erie Avenue, Lorne/Dufferin, and Lansdowne Park, and forwarded comments encouraging staff to continue supporting homeowner interest in property designation. The 2025 priorities were referred back to staff to add a goal on education and heritage awareness. The October 28, 2024 minutes were approved.

• Received Heritage Impact Assessment for 40 Richmond Street and forwarded supporting comments (carried)
• Received Heritage Conservation District consultation results and forwarded comments encouraging continued homeowner designation support (carried)
• Referred 2025 Committee Priorities back to staff to add education and heritage awareness goal (carried)
• Approved October 28, 2024 meeting minutes (carried)

Special City Council

The Special City Council will adopt a proclamation designating November as Hindu Heritage Month. The council will also consider two by‑law items listed in the attached PDFs. Other agenda items include roll call, conflict‑of‑interest declarations, and routine procedural matters.

• 2024 Celebrating Hindu Heritage Month Proclamation
• By‑law 152‑2024 Confirming By‑law (PDF attached)
• Special City Council – By‑law Listing (PDF attached)

Brantford City Council held a special meeting on November 19, 2024. Council approved a proclamation declaring November as Hindu Heritage Month (8-0). Council also gave first, second, and third readings to By-law 152-2024, which confirms the proceedings of the special meeting (8-0 each). No resolutions or notices of motion were brought forward, and the meeting adjourned at 4:03 p.m.

• Approved 2024 Celebrating Hindu Heritage Month proclamation (8-0)
• Gave first and second reading to By-law 152-2024 confirming special meeting proceedings (8-0)
• Gave third reading and final passage to By-law 152-2024 (8-0)

Appointments Committee

The Appointments Committee will approve the appointment of council members to a range of committees, boards, advisory committees and task forces as outlined in Appendix A. It will also receive the 2023‑2024 Council Attendance Report and the minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting. A private and confidential segment will discuss citizen member appointments to several boards and committees.

• Appointment of Members of Council to various committees, boards, advisory committees and task forces (Item 3.1)
• Receipt of 2023‑2024 Council Attendance Report (Item 4.1)
• Receipt of August 27, 2024 Appointments Committee minutes (Item 4.2.1)
• Private appointment of citizen members to Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee and other boards (Item 5.1)
• Discussion of citizen appointments to Brantford Airport Board, Heritage Committee, Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Committee, Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee, Property Standards Committee, Public Consultation Task Force

The Appointments Committee approved the appointment of council members to various committees, boards, and task forces as amended. Two amendments were passed to disband the Joint City-County Shared Services Committee and the Zoning By-Law Task Force. The committee also elected Councillor Samwell to the Police Services Board. The meeting moved in-camera to consider citizen appointments to several boards, but no decisions on those were recorded in open session.

• Approved appointments to committees, boards, and task forces as amended (8-0)
• Disbanded Joint City-County Shared Services Committee (5-3)
• Disbanded Zoning By-Law Task Force (8-0)
• Elected Councillor Samwell to Police Services Board (majority winner)

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board will receive the Fees and Charges Review report (2024‑693) and direct staff to amend airport rates. The proposal exempts commercial hangars from the Fees and Charges By‑law, sets market rates for them, and increases the mid‑size T‑hangar rate from $509.27 to $611.27 per month, with a reported financial impact of $36,720.00. The board will also consider the November 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024‑653) and a draft schedule for 2025 meetings.

• Fees and Charges Review – amend rates, exempt commercial hangars, raise T‑hangar to $611.27/month (Financial Impact $36,720.00)
• Real Estate and Facilities Report – informational update for November 2024
• Draft 2025 Meeting Schedule – review of proposed dates
• Review of Brantford Airport Board minutes from October 21, 2024
• Presentation of By‑law amendment to fix fees and charges for 2024‑2027 for council adoption

The Board approved a fee review report that increases the monthly rate for mid-size T-hangars with power from $509.27 to $611.27. Commercial hangars will now be exempt from the Fees and Charges By-law and subject to market rates. The Board also approved their 2025 meeting schedule and received updates on airport facilities and budget.

• Approved fee increase for mid-size T-hangars to $611.27 per month
• Exempted commercial hangars from Fees and Charges By-law
• Recommended fee by-law amendment to City Council
• Received November 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule
• Approved October 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive the 2024 Accessibility Action Plan Year in Review report and consider it for information. The committee will also review and comment on the Site Plan Control Application for 10 Lynden Road (SPC‑24‑2024). Additional agenda items include adopting the draft 2025 meeting schedule and approving minutes from the September 12, 2024 meeting.

• Accessibility Action Plan – 2024 Year in Review (Report No. 2024‑669)
• Site Plan Control Application for 10 Lynden Road (SPC‑24‑2024, Report No. 2024‑664)
• Draft 2025 meeting schedule for the Accessibility Advisory Committee
• Approval of minutes from the September 12, 2024 meeting

The committee received the 2024 Year in Review of the Accessibility Action Plan and forwarded comments on a site plan amendment for 10 Lynden Road, including a recommendation to reverse parking spaces A and B. The 2025 meeting schedule and September 12, 2024 minutes were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received Accessibility Action Plan 2024 Year in Review (carried)
• Received Site Plan Amendment SPC-24-2024 for information (carried)
• Forwarded comment to Planning Staff to reverse parking Type A and B positions (carried)
• Approved 2025 Meeting Schedule (carried)
• Approved September 12, 2024 minutes (carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider Zoning By‑law Amendment PZ‑11‑24 for 816 Colborne Street, which seeks to rezone the property from Residential Type 1B to Holding‑Residential Medium Density Type A‑Exception 96 to allow townhouse units, subject to neighbour consultation and new access approval. The committee will also receive reports on several road dedication bylaws and a subdivision agreement that will be presented to City Council for adoption.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment PZ‑11‑24 – 816 Colborne Street (rezoning to medium‑density townhouses)
• Various Road Dedication Bylaws for Hoodless Court, Longboat Run East, and rename Rudd Street to Rudd Way
• Wayne Gretzky Parkway 0.3 m Reserve Dedication and Lane Designation By‑laws
• West Brant Heights Phase 2 Subdivision Agreement and related road dedication bylaws (Granka Street, Strickland Avenue, Frey Crescent, Vollett Street)
• Consent item: approval of Planning Committee minutes from September 12, 2024

The Planning Committee deferred the zoning by-law amendment for 816 Colborne Street (33 townhouse units) for up to two meeting cycles, with conditions including neighbour consultation and access approval. All other items on the agenda were approved as consent, including road dedication by-laws and the West Brant Heights Phase 2 subdivision agreement.

• Deferred zoning amendment PZ-11-24 for 816 Colborne St (6-0)
• Approved road dedication by-laws for Hoodless Court, Longboat Run East, and Rudd Way rename (3-0)
• Approved Wayne Gretzky Parkway reserve dedication and lane designation by-laws (3-0)
• Approved West Brant Heights Phase 2 subdivision agreement and related road dedications (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 12, 2024 Planning Committee meeting (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review the 2024 departmental review for Parks, Recreation and Facilities and the external auditor's annual plan. The body will also consider the establishment of a new Building Faster Fund Reserve Fund.

• Departmental Review of Parks, Recreation and Facilities (Report 2024-640)
• External Auditor Annual Independence Letter, Engagement Letter, and Audit Plan (Report 2024-626)
• Proposed by-law to establish RF0452 – Building Faster Fund Reserve Fund
• 3rd Quarter Casino Update reporting $1,266,346 in revenue
• Quarterly Status Report of Contracts Awarded for July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024

The Finance Committee approved all items on its agenda, including the 2024 Departmental Review of Parks, Recreation and Facilities, the External Auditor Annual Independence Letter, Engagement Letter, and Audit Plan, and the 3rd Quarter Casino Update. The committee also received the Quarterly Reserve and Reserve Fund Update and the Quarterly Status Report of Contracts Awarded. All votes were unanimous or near-unanimous, with no substantive decisions denied or tabled.

• Approved all Items for Consideration and Consent Items not separated (6-0)
• Received Quarterly Reserve and Reserve Fund Update, and directed by-law for Building Faster Fund Reserve Fund (6-0)
• Received 3rd Quarter Casino Update (6-0)
• Waived rules to allow extra speaking opportunity on Parks review (5-1)
• Received External Auditor Annual Independence Letter, Engagement Letter, and Audit Plan (6-0)
• Received Departmental Review of Parks, Recreation and Facilities, and directed joint delivery of Winter and Summer Festival (6-0)
• Received Quarterly Status Report of Contracts Awarded (5-0)

Brantford Hospital Working Group

The Brantford Hospital Working Group will receive a report titled “New Hospital Now Campaign Update” (Item 4.1, Report No. 2024-688) and review an updated petition. The group will also consider the October 31, 2024 meeting minutes as a consent item. No specific decisions are listed beyond the informational update.

• Item 4.1 – New Hospital Now Campaign Update (Report No. 2024-688)
• Updated New Hospital Now Petition (07.11.2024)
• Consent Item 5.1.1 – Minutes from October 31, 2024 meeting

The Brantford Hospital Working Group received an update on the New Hospital Now Campaign and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Received New Hospital Now Campaign update (carried)
• Approved minutes of October 31, 2024 (carried)

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Committee of the Whole will consider several capital funding items, including $213,504 for the Waterworks Park parking lot and $3.55 million for the Provincial Offences Court Services accommodations project. Staff will seek approval of by‑laws to establish an Administrative Penalty System and to amend the Parking Control By‑law. A resolution will be voted on to ask the provincial and federal governments to redirect a portion of the Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities for sustainable infrastructure. Additional items include a heritage designation amendment for 34 Myrtleville Drive and a motion on downloading King George Road.

• Waterworks Park Parking Lot additional funding – $213,504 (capital budget)
• Provincial Offences Court Services (POA) Accommodations Project funding – $3,550,000 (capital budget)
• Adoption of by‑laws establishing an Administrative Penalty System and amending the Parking Control By‑law
• Proposed amendment to Heritage Designation By‑law 153‑81 for 34 Myrtleville Drive (estimated cost $533‑$733)
• Resolution requesting redistribution of Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities for infrastructure

The Committee approved increased funding for the Provincial Offences Court Services project and the Waterworks Park parking lot. It also passed resolutions requesting the province transfer jurisdiction of King George Road to the city and directing staff to apply for a federal climate adaptation grant. Additionally, the committee authorized the implementation of a new Administrative Penalty System for parking tickets.

• Approved $3,550,000 increase to POA Accommodations Project budget
• Approved $213,504 increase to Waterworks Park Parking Lot budget
• Authorized implementation of Administrative Penalty System (APS) for parking tickets
• Approved $145,000 funding increase for Community Physician Recruitment Program
• Directed staff to apply for FCM Climate Adaptation Plan grant
• Resolved to request MTO download King George Road to city jurisdiction
• Resolved to request redistribution of Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities
• Referred City-Operated Medical Clinic cost report to staff for review

Special City Council

The Special City Council will discuss a tentative settlement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 636, Unit 41 to renew its collective agreement for the period June 1 2024 – May 31 2028. Additional items include a collective bargaining update, a litigation matter concerning 75‑79 Erie Avenue, and several property acquisition or disposition proposals.

• Tentative settlement with IBEW Local 636, Unit 41 for a renewal collective agreement (June 1 2024 – May 31 2028) – item 3.1
• Collective bargaining update 2024 – item 3.2
• Litigation or potential litigation concerning 75 – 79 Erie Avenue – item 3.3
• Acquisition of property at 57 Charlotte Street – item 3.5
• Disposition of underutilized city‑owned properties on Marlene Avenue – item 3.6

The special meeting was called to order and no conflicts of interest were declared. Council voted unanimously to move in-camera to discuss eight confidential items, including labor negotiations, litigation, and property acquisitions. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned after reconvening.

• Moved in-camera to discuss 8 confidential items (10-0)

Citizen’s Remuneration Review Committee

The Citizen's Remuneration Review Committee will decide on new pay rates for the Mayor and City Councillors for the upcoming term, with a projected financial impact of approximately $83,000. The committee will also direct staff to consider additional compensation suggestions, such as dedicated staff support and professional development opportunities.

• Final Remuneration Recommendations for new Council term
• Councillor remuneration set at Step 3.0 of Level D
• Mayor's remuneration to remain under current provisions
• Staff directed to consider dedicated staff support
• Staff directed to consider CRM software implementation

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider several minor variance requests and land consent applications. The body will decide on lot coverage, building heights, and parking requirements for various properties across the city.

• Application A52-2024: Lot coverage increase to 12.5% at 160 Parkside Drive
• Application A53-2024: Accessory building lot coverage increase to 17% at 7 Kennedy Street
• Application A54-2024: Multiple variances for parking, lot width, and coverage at 81 George Street & 97 Wellington Street
• Application B17-2024: Severance of approximately 1.45 ha from 555 Greenwich Street to 565 Greenwich Street
• Application A51-2024: Building height increase to 20m at 225 Henry Street

Brantford's Committee of Adjustment approved all six applications on its November 6, 2024 agenda, including a set of minor variances allowing a former place of worship at 81 George Street and 97 Wellington Street to be converted into a 28-unit apartment building. The committee also approved minor variances for accessory structures at 160 Parkside Drive and 7 Kennedy Street, a land transfer between 555 and 565 Greenwich Street, and consent/minor variance items at 225 and 344 Henry Street. Every item carried unanimously on recorded votes; Tamara Cupoli declared a conflict on the Parkside Drive item and did not participate. No members of the public spoke to any application.

• Approved minor variance A52-2024 for a 49.05 m2 accessory structure at 160 Parkside Drive, raising permitted lot coverage to 12.5% (5-0, Cupoli conflicted)
• Approved minor variance A53-2024 for a 175.98 m2 garage addition at 7 Kennedy Street, raising accessory lot coverage to 17% (6-0)
• Approved eight minor variances (A54-2024) for converting 81 George St. & 97 Wellington St. church to a 28-unit apartment building (6-0)
• Approved consent B17-2024 to sever about 1.45 ha from 555 Greenwich St. and add it to 565 Greenwich St. for Ingenia Polymers expansion (6-0)
• Approved minor variances A51-2024 and consent B35-2024 at 225 Henry St., permitting 20 m building height and 12 m accessory height (6-0)
• Approved consent B36-2024 for blanket easements at 344 Henry St. (340 Henry St. condo), except condition #2 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 2, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Received the 2025 meeting schedule (carried)

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole adopted the Brantford Transit Moving Forward Final Report and the Cemetery Master Plan Summary and Recommendations, directing $150,000 of additional revenue to the 2025 operating budget and presenting a by‑law amendment to fix related fees. The council also endorsed the Youth Strategy 2025‑2027, directed implementation of the Healthy Aging Strategy funded from the Casino Legacy Reserve, and approved by‑law changes for several traffic‑safety projects. A resolution was passed to fund up to $50,000 for the 2025 Special Olympics Ontario Summer Games, and a motion was introduced to apply for a climate‑adaptation grant of up to $105,000.

• Adoption of Cemetery Master Plan Summary and Recommendations with $150,000 revenue added to 2025 budget and by‑law amendment to fix fees (By‑law 2021‑2024).
• Adoption of Brantford Transit – Moving Forward Final Report (Report 2024‑337).
• Endorsement and implementation directive for Empowering Youth Strategy 2025‑2027 (Report 2024‑662).
• Funding of Healthy Aging Strategy 2025‑2027 using $44,781 from the Casino Legacy Reserve (Report 2024‑663).
• Approval of by‑law changes for traffic‑safety reviews on Parkside Drive, Tollgate Road, and West Brant neighbourhoods, with capital project considerations of $64,000, $128,000, and $683,000 respectively.

The Brantford Committee of the Whole for Operations approved the Brantford Transit final report, a new cemetery master plan, youth and healthy aging strategies, and funding for the 2025 Special Olympics Ontario Summer Games. Committees also advanced traffic safety reviews for Parkside Drive, Tollgate Road, and West Brant, and adopted motions regarding climate adaptation grants, infrastructure tax redistribution, and a Remembrance Day crosswalk.

• Approved 2025 Special Olympics Ontario Summer Games funding up to $50,000 from Council Priorities Reserve (11-0)
• Adopted Brantford Transit - Moving Forward Final Report (11-0)
• Adopted Cemetery Master Plan Summary and Recommendations and added $150,000 in revenue to 2025 Operating Budget (11-0)
• Implemented Empowering Youth Strategy 2025-2027 and endorsed Youth as a priority area (11-0)
• Implemented Healthy Aging Strategy 2025-2027 using Casino Legacy Reserve funds and endorsed Older Adults as a priority area (11-0)
• Approved Tollgate Road Neighbourhood Traffic Safety Review by-law changes (9-2)
• Approved West Brant Neighbourhood Traffic Safety Review by-law changes (10-0)
• Approved installation of a Remembrance Day crosswalk near the Brant County War Memorial up to $30,000 (10-0)

Brantford Hospital Working Group

The Brantford Hospital Working Group will review the “New Hospital Now” advocacy campaign recommendation (Report No. 2024‑642). The recommendation proposes an advocacy campaign for a new hospital and lists a financial impact of none. The group will discuss the recommendation and consider related attachments.

• Item 4.1 – “New Hospital Now” advocacy campaign recommendation (Report No. 2024‑642, financial impact: none)
• Item 5.1 – Approval of minutes from the October 17, 2024 Brantford Hospital Working Group meeting

The Brantford Hospital Working Group received Report No. 2024-642 and directed staff to launch specific promotional activities. These include creating lawn signs, producing a promotional video, and coordinating with the Municipality of Whitby.

• Approved Report No. 2024-642 'New Hospital Now: - Advocacy Campaign Recommendation'
• Directed staff to create lawn signs with red font on a white background
• Directed staff to implement promotional initiatives including a promotional video
• Directed staff to engage with Municipality of Whitby staff to support efforts
• Approved minutes from October 17, 2024

City Council

Brantford City Council will meet to discuss a proposed $140 million sport and entertainment centre, approve a 16.8% increase to the paramedic service budget, and consider renaming Morton Avenue. The meeting will also include proclamations for Rett Syndrome and Transgender Day of Remembrance.

• Approval to proceed with $140M sport and entertainment centre
• Paramedic Service Draft 2025 Budget increase of up to $1,099,325
• Proposal to rename Morton Avenue to Morton Avenue West
• Flood Grants update of $200,000
• 2025 Property Tax Policy

Council approved a $140 million budget for a new Sport and Entertainment Centre, funded through debentures, and directed staff to proceed with design and sponsorship procurement. Council also approved agreements for five automated speed enforcement cameras, four additional red light cameras, and an indoor sport facility at Earl Haig Family Fun Park. The 2025 property tax policy was set with no new optional classes or rate changes, and $200,000 was added to flood relief grants.

• Approved $140M Sport and Entertainment Centre budget funded by debentures (9-1)
• Authorized agreements for 5 automated speed enforcement cameras with Jenoptik and Brampton processing center (10-0)
• Approved 4 additional red light camera locations for 2025 (10-0)
• Approved indoor sport facility at Earl Haig Family Fun Park, funded from grants and third-party contributions (10-0)
• Approved renaming Morton Avenue to Morton Avenue West between West Street and North Park Street (10-0)
• Approved 2025 property tax policy with no optional classes, graduated rates, or phase-ins (10-0)
• Added $200,000 to flood relief grants and amended basement flooding prevention grant to include backwater valve installation (10-0)
• Approved proclamations for Rett Syndrome Awareness Month, Transgender Day, International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women, and Christian Heritage Month (10-0)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee will receive Cultural Heritage Evaluation Reports for the Powerline East and Powerline Central Block Plans and forward comments to staff. It will consider a proposed amendment to Heritage Designation By-law 153-81 for 34 Myrtleville Drive, with an estimated financial impact of $533.11‑$733.11. The committee will decide on alteration applications for three designated properties: a denial for 164 Brant Avenue and approvals for 7 Egerton Street and 12 Hillcrest Avenue. It will also discuss adaptive‑re‑use incentives for designated heritage properties.

• Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for Powerline East Block Plan (no financial impact)
• Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for Powerline Central Block Plan (no financial impact)
• Proposed amendment to Heritage Designation By-law 153-81 for 34 Myrtleville Drive (financial impact $533.11‑$733.11)
• Proposed alteration to 164 Brant Avenue – request denied
• Proposed alteration to 7 Egerton Street – request approved

The Brantford Heritage Committee approved heritage permits for alterations to four designated properties: 164 Brant Avenue, 7 Egerton Street, 12 Hillcrest Avenue, and a recommendation for a temporary door at 7 Egerton Street. It also received cultural heritage evaluation reports for the Powerline East and Central Block Plans, and supported adaptive reuse incentives for designated heritage properties. No conflicts of interest were declared, and the meeting adjourned at 7:01 p.m.

• Approved alteration at 164 Brant Avenue (HA-11-24)
• Approved alteration at 7 Egerton Street (HA-12-24)
• Recommended temporary door at 7 Egerton Street
• Approved alteration at 12 Hillcrest Avenue (HA-13-24)
• Received CHER for Powerline East Block Plan
• Received CHER for Powerline Central Block Plan
• Received amendments to By-law 153-81 for 34 Myrtleville Drive
• Supported adaptive reuse incentives for designated heritage properties

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will review two appeals of property standards orders. Both orders—#30-24 for 46 Colborne Street and #24-24 for 114 Clarence Street—are confirmed and upheld. The committee will also approve the minutes from its August 22, 2024 meeting.

• Appeal of Property Standards Order #30-24 for 46 Colborne Street – confirmed and upheld
• Appeal of Property Standards Order #24-24 for 114 Clarence Street – confirmed and upheld
• Approval of Property Standards Committee minutes from August 22, 2024

The Property Standards Committee upheld two property standards orders, one for 114 Clarence Street with a deadline extension to November 30, 2024, and one for 46 Colborne Street. Both orders were confirmed and upheld as issued.

• Upheld Property Standards Order #24-24 for 114 Clarence Street, with extension to Nov 30, 2024 (carried)
• Upheld Property Standards Order #30-24 for 46 Colborne Street (carried)
• Approved hearing in absentia for 46 Colborne Street appeal (carried)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2024 meeting (carried)

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board will take roll call, declare any conflicts of interest, and hear presentations and delegations. It will consider the October 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024‑605) along with related budget and project updates. The board will also review the September 9, 2024 meeting minutes as a consent item.

• October 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024‑605)
• Actual Budget Comparison document
• Airport Projects Update document
• Brantford Airport Board Minutes – September 9, 2024

The Brantford Airport Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. It received the October 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report as information and approved the minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting. No items for consideration, presentations, or notices of motion were on the agenda.

• Received October 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report as information (carried)
• Approved September 9, 2024 board minutes (carried)

Brantford Hospital Working Group

The Brantford Hospital Working Group will consider Report No. 2024-622 titled “Brantford Hospital Working Group Project Plan.” The group will expand the scope of the initial budget to implement the Working Group campaign as described in Section 9.1 of the report. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, conflict‑of‑interest declarations, and approval of the October 3, 2024 minutes.

• Review and adopt Brantford Hospital Working Group Project Plan (Report 2024‑622)
• Expand scope of the initial budget to implement the Working Group campaign (Section 9.1)
• Approve minutes from the October 3, 2024 Working Group meeting
• Conduct roll call of members
• Record declarations of conflicts of interest

The Brantford Hospital Working Group received Report No. 2024-622, its project plan, and voted to expand the scope of the initial budget to implement the working group's campaign as outlined in Section 9.1 of the report. An amendment carried directing staff to investigate a bus wrap as well as billboard signs and report back to the Task Force with costs and funding sources. The item as amended carried. The group also approved its October 3, 2024 minutes and waived rules to let a delegation answer questions for an extra 10 minutes.

• Approved minutes of the October 3, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Waived rules to allow delegation Elizabeth Lorenzin, Lorenzin Strategy, 10 extra minutes for questions (carried)
• Received Report No. 2024-622, 'Brantford Hospital Working Group Project Plan' (carried)
• Expanded the scope of the initial budget to implement the working group campaign per Section 9.1 of the report (carried)
• Directed staff to investigate a bus wrap and billboard signs and report back with costs and funding sources (amendment, carried)
• Item 4.1 as amended carried

Estimates Committee

The Estimates Committee will consider the Paramedic Services Draft 2025 Budget, which includes an operating budget increase of up to $1,099,325 (a 16.8% rise) and a capital increase of $422,370. The committee will review funding sources, including the Development Charges‑Land Ambulance Reserve Fund and the Corporate Contingency Reserve, and will direct the City Clerk to send the final resolution to the County Clerk before November 1, 2024.

• Operating budget increase up to $1,099,325 (16.8%)
• Capital budget increase of $422,370
• 100% funding for an expansionary vehicle for an additional staffed ambulance from Development Charges‑Land Ambulance Reserve Fund (RF0412)
• 50% funding for the Paramedic Services Optimum Response Model, remainder from Corporate Contingency Reserve (RF0554)
• 60% funding for annual lease costs of a new station, remainder from Corporate Contingency Reserve

The committee approved Option 1 of the Paramedic Service Draft 2025 Budget. The decision includes funding specific costs from the Development Charges-Land Ambulance Reserve Fund and the Corporate Contingency Reserve.

• Approved Option 1 of Paramedic Service Draft 2025 Budget (9-0)
• Approved funding for expansionary vehicle, 50% of Optimum Response Model, and 60% of new station lease from Development Charges-Land Ambulance Reserve Fund (9-0)
• Approved funding for the remainder of the Paramedic Services Optimum Response Model from the Corporate Contingency Reserve (9-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will receive a report on the 2025 Property Tax Policy, which proposes no changes to commercial or industrial tax classes, graduated rates, or relief measures. The Committee will also consider a Flood Grants Update that provides $200,000 from the Council Priorities Reserve for residential compassionate flood relief and basement flood prevention grant programs. The meeting includes routine budget reports, consent items such as approval of the September 11, 2024 Finance Committee minutes, and standard delegations and presentations.

• 2025 Property Tax Policy – no adoption of commercial/industrial tax classes, graduated rates, or tax relief
• Flood Grants Update – $200,000 allocated from the Council Priorities Reserve for flood relief programs
• Budget Reports – general financial updates (no specific dollar amounts noted)
• Consent Items – approval of Finance Committee minutes from September 11, 2024
• Delegations/Presentations – scheduled but no specific details provided

The Finance Committee approved the 2025 Property Tax Policy, which keeps current tax rates and reductions, and approved an additional $200,000 from the Council Priorities Reserve for flood relief and basement flooding prevention grants. An amendment was added to the flood grant program to allow up to $5,000 or 80% of costs for backwater valve installation outside the home. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved 2025 Property Tax Policy with no new optional classes, graduated rates, phase-ins, or hardship relief (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 from Council Priorities Reserve for flood relief and basement flooding prevention grants (5-0)
• Amended Basement Flooding Prevention Grant to include up to $5,000 or 80% of costs for backwater valve installation outside the home (5-0)

Special City Council

The Special City Council will receive the report on the Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub and direct staff to provide a Consolidated Municipal Service Manager endorsement for SOAR Community Services' provincial application. The council will also forward the final resolution and staff report to the County of Brant. Additionally, the council will consider three by‑law items, including a sale by‑law for 100‑102 Wellington Street and a signing by‑law.

• Endorse SOAR Community Services' HART Hub application (no financial impact)
• By‑law 135‑2024: Sale of property at 100‑102 Wellington Street
• By‑law 136‑2024: Signing by‑law

City Council received Report 2024-570 and directed staff to provide Consolidated Municipal Service Manager endorsement to SOAR Community Services' application to the Province for a Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub. The City Clerk was directed to forward the final resolution and staff report to the County of Brant. Council also gave leave to introduce and then passed by-laws approving the sale of lands at 100-102 Wellington Street and authorizing related agreements.

• Endorsed SOAR Community Services' HART Hub application to Province (9-0)
• Directed City Clerk to forward resolution and report to County of Brant (9-0)
• Approved By-law 135-2024 for sale of 100-102 Wellington Street (9-0)
• Approved By-law 136-2024 authorizing agreements for 100-102 Wellington Street (9-0)
• Approved By-law 137-2024 confirming proceedings of the meeting (9-0)

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Committee of the Whole approved renaming Morton Avenue to Morton Avenue West and approved multiple bylaw housekeeping amendments. The committee also directed staff to fund a $10,000 community engagement campaign and report on quarterly Finance Committee meetings.

• Rename Morton Avenue to Morton Avenue West (cost: $5,500)
• Amend multiple city bylaws (Property Standards, Noise Control, etc.)
• Fund $10,000 community engagement campaign
• Schedule quarterly Finance Committee meetings starting 2025
• Direct staff to develop investment strategy for major sports teams

The Committee of the Whole approved all consent items and several separated items, including the renaming of Morton Avenue to Morton Avenue West between West Street and North Park Street, funded up to $5,500 from the Council Priorities Reserve. It also approved various bylaw housekeeping amendments, policy updates, and directed staff to proceed with major sports team facility capacity studies and an investment attraction strategy. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved renaming Morton Avenue to Morton Avenue West (9-0)
• Approved city bylaw housekeeping amendments (9-0)
• Approved repeal of Employee Computer Purchase Plan policy (9-0)
• Approved $10,000 Community Involvement Framework engagement campaign (9-0)
• Approved policy amendments and disbanded Committee Review Task Force (9-0)
• Directed staff to study major sports team facility capacity and investment strategy (9-0)

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole will consider Item 5.1, which seeks approval to proceed with the development of a Sport and Entertainment Centre with a $140 M budget funded by debentures. The agenda includes a financing and strategy plan, procurement of design and sponsorship consultants, and directions for naming‑rights negotiations, a reserve fund, revenue sources, and lease talks with the Brantford Bulldogs. A financing by‑law will be presented for adoption.

• Approval to proceed with the Sport and Entertainment Centre ($140 M budget)
• Presentation of the Proposed SEC Financing and Strategy Management Plan
• Authorization to award contracts for a design consultant and a corporate sponsorship campaign
• Direction to negotiate naming‑rights and a lease with the Brantford Bulldogs
• Establishment of an SEC Reserve and identification of revenue sources to service debt

The Special Committee of the Whole approved a $140 million budget for a new Sport and Entertainment Centre, funded through debentures, and directed staff to begin procurement for design and sponsorship consultants. The motion also authorized lease discussions with the Brantford Bulldogs and set revenue sources for debt payments. The decision was carried unanimously (10-0).

• Approved $140M budget for Sport and Entertainment Centre funded by debentures (10-0)
• Directed staff to procure prime consultant for design and sponsorship campaign consultant
• Authorized CAO, City Treasurer, and Purchasing Manager to award consultant contracts
• Directed staff to return with detailed design before construction bidding
• Directed staff to report on Downtown Entertainment area options by Q4 2024
• Directed staff to negotiate naming rights for the Centre
• Directed staff to establish SEC Reserve for naming rights, land proceeds, and sponsorship funds
• Directed staff to enter lease discussions with Brantford Bulldogs

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee is meeting to consider four applications for alterations to designated heritage properties. The committee will review reports and determine if the requested changes to these sites should be approved.

• Proposed alteration to 203 Brant Avenue (Application HA-08-24)
• Proposed alteration to 266 Brant Avenue (Application HA-07-24)
• Proposed alteration to 34 Palace Street (Application HA-09-24)
• Proposed alteration to 88 Dalhousie St / Sanderson Centre (Application HA-10-24)

The Brantford Heritage Committee approved all four heritage permit applications on the agenda, allowing alterations to properties at 203 Brant Avenue, 266 Brant Avenue, 34 Palace Street, and 88 Dalhousie Street (Sanderson Centre). Each application was received and approved as moved and seconded, with no recorded opposition. The committee also approved the minutes from its August 26 and September 23, 2024 meetings.

• Approved alteration permit HA-08-24 for 203 Brant Avenue
• Approved alteration permit HA-07-24 for 266 Brant Avenue
• Approved alteration permit HA-09-24 for 34 Palace Street
• Approved alteration permit HA-10-24 for 88 Dalhousie Street (Sanderson Centre)
• Approved minutes of August 26 and September 23, 2024 meetings

Brantford Hospital Working Group

The City Council will vote to create a community‑based Brantford Hospital Working Group, appoint city councillors and request representatives from the Brant Community Healthcare System, County of Brant, Six Nations Council and New Credit. The resolution also directs staff to develop a free lawn‑sign campaign for the new hospital, funded up to $10,000 from the Council Priorities Reserve. Additional items discuss setting task deadlines and a meeting schedule for the group.

• Resolution to establish the Working Group with City reps (Mayor Davis, Councillors McCreary, Carpenter, Samwell) and external reps (BCHS, County of Brant 2, Six Nations 1, New Credit 1)
• Appointment of Councillor McCreary as Chair and Councillor Carpenter as Vice‑Chair
• Approval of a free lawn‑sign campaign for the new hospital, maximum cost $10,000 funded from the Council Priorities Reserve
• Transfer of the former Fire Station #2 site and parking lot at 311 St. Paul Avenue to BCHS for the new hospital project
• Recommendations to set task identification/report‑back dates and to establish a regular meeting schedule (options include bi‑weekly, monthly, etc.)

The Brantford Hospital Working Group held its first meeting and approved a motion to meet bi-weekly. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Established bi-weekly meeting schedule (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment meeting on October 2, 2024 will consider several minor variance applications. The committee will approve application A47-2024 for 29 Rosehill Avenue, allowing a garage side yard of 0.63 m instead of the required 1.5 m. It will also approve application A49-2024 for 325 Fairview Drive, permitting a personal service store, a 29 m² upper‑level deck storage area, and an office size of 93 m² exceeding the usual 56 m² limit. Finally, the committee will approve application A48-2024 and consent B34-2024 for 28 Grandview Street, reducing lot area to 182.6 m² per unit and lot width to 5.5 m, and severing the property into two parcels.

• A47-2024 – 29 Rosehill Ave – garage side yard reduced to 0.63 m (minimum required 1.5 m).
• A49-2024 – 325 Fairview Dr – personal service store allowed; upper‑level deck converted to 29 m² storage; office size increased to 93 m² (vs 56 m²).
• A48-2024 – 28 Grandview St – lot area reduced to 182.6 m² per unit (vs 230 m²) and lot width to 5.5 m (vs 6 m).
• B34-2024 – 28 Grandview St – consent to sever property into two parcels each 182.6 m² area and 5.5 m width.

The Committee of Adjustment approved all three applications before it: a garage variance at 29 Rosehill Avenue, multiple variances for a personal service store and storage at 325 Fairview Drive, and a land severance with lot variances at 28 Grandview Street. All decisions were carried unanimously on recorded votes. No other substantive items were considered.

• Approved minor variance A47-2024 for a garage at 29 Rosehill Avenue with reduced side yard (7-0)
• Approved minor variance A49-2024 for personal service store, storage area, and larger office at 325 Fairview Drive (7-0)
• Approved minor variance A48-2024 and consent B34-2024 to sever 28 Grandview Street into two parcels (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the September 4, 2024 meeting

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposals to expand traffic enforcement technology and update engineering policies. The body is also discussing the future funding and community needs for an indoor sport facility.

• Proposal to install 5 Automated Speed Enforcement cameras via Jenoptik Smart Mobility Solutions, LLC
• Request for $50,000 from Road Safety Initiatives reserve for a consultant to rank safety zones
• Proposal to install 4 additional Red Light Camera locations in 2025
• Proposed updates to Engineering Services policies regarding wastewater allocation and sewer costs
• Direction to include funding for an Indoor Sport Facility in the 2025 capital budget

The Committee approved the Indoor Sport Facility report, directing staff to include funding in the 2025 capital budget from grants and third-party contributions, and to continue community engagement. An amendment to locate the facility on vacant greenspace adjacent to Earl Haig Family Fun Park was approved (10-1), while a further amendment to investigate park enhancements was lost (4-6). All other consent items, including automated speed enforcement and red light camera expansions, were approved 9-0.

• Approved Indoor Sport Facility report, directing 2025 capital budget funding from grants/third-party contributions (11-0)
• Approved Earl Haig Family Fun Park greenspace as site for Indoor Sport Facility (10-1)
• Lost amendment to investigate Earl Haig park enhancements (4-6)
• Approved automated speed enforcement agreement with Jenoptik and Brampton processing, plus 2 FTEs and $50,000 consultant funding (9-0)
• Approved four additional red light camera locations for 2025 (9-0)
• Approved engineering services policy updates (9-0)
• Received Brantford Airport Board September 2024 report (9-0)

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will review two appeals and confirm that the Property Standards Orders issued for 46 Colborne Street (Order #30‑24) and 114 Clarence Street (Order #24‑24) are upheld. The committee will also approve the minutes from its August 22, 2024 meeting. No other matters are listed for consideration.

• Uphold Property Standards Order #30‑24 for 46 Colborne Street
• Uphold Property Standards Order #24‑24 for 114 Clarence Street
• Approve minutes of the Property Standards Committee meeting held on August 22, 2024

Major Sports Team Liaison Committee

The committee received the staff report titled “Major Sports Team Liaison Committee Update” (Report 2024‑573). It directed staff to carry out the recommended next steps, including assessing the capacity of the city’s major‑sports facilities, reporting on private‑sector sports venues, and developing an investment‑attraction strategy to position Brantford for major sports teams.

• Staff report “Major Sports Team Liaison Committee Update” (Report 2024‑573) received
• Staff directed to identify capacity of current major sports facilities
• Staff directed to report on private‑sector sports facilities and interest
• Staff directed to prepare an investment attraction strategy for major sports teams

The Major Sports Team Liaison Committee approved a staff report and directed staff to proceed with next steps to assess the city's capacity for major sports teams, report on private facilities, and prepare an investment attraction strategy. The minutes from the April 24, 2024 meeting were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received Staff Report 2024-573 on Major Sports Team Liaison Committee Update
• Directed staff to identify capacity of current major sports team facilities
• Directed staff to report on private sports facilities and interest in accommodating major sports teams
• Directed staff to prepare an investment attraction strategy for major sports teams
• Approved minutes of April 24, 2024 meeting

City Council

City Council is meeting to decide on tax cancellations, reductions, and refunds. The session also includes several proclamations for awareness months and community celebrations.

• Approval of tax adjustments in the amount of $118,061.95 (Report 2024-472)
• Proclamation of October 2024 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month
• Proclamation of September 23-29, 2024 as Rail Safety Week
• Proclamation of October 8, 2024 as Brant Brantford Crime Stoppers 40th Anniversary
• Proclamation of September 28, 2024 as Brantford Bulldogs Day

Brantford City Council approved a new comprehensive City of Brantford Zoning By-law and adopted City-initiated Official Plan Amendment No. 11, with site-specific changes including rezoning 68-90 Gilkison Street and increasing the minimum rear yard setback for high-rise residential. Council also approved the 2025 Shared Social Services budget ($19,756,116 base operating, plus $185,064 for two new positions, and $3,973,829 capital), a $700,000-per-year City Grants program through 2027, and a temporary winter shelter at an upset limit of $250,000. Council approved several airport items, including a $110,000 appraisal budget and a change order with an upset limit of $3,430,000 for additional T-hangars, and created a New Hospital for Brantford Working Group. All by-laws received first, second, and third readings and passed.

• Approved new comprehensive City of Brantford Zoning By-law and adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 11 (11-0)
• Changed zoning for 68-90 Gilkison Street from Intensification Corridor to Neighbourhood Low-Rise (11-0)
• Changed zoning for 10 Canning Street to Neighbourhood Commercial Zone (6-5)
• Approved 2025 Shared Social Services budget: $19,756,116 base operating (7.18% increase), $185,064 for two Community Initiatives Coordinators, $3,973,829 capital (11-0)
• Approved $700,000 per year for City Grants program for three program years from Community Groups Reserve (11-0)
• Approved temporary winter shelter Nov 1, 2024–Apr 1, 2025 at upset limit of $250,000, funded from Housing Provider Stability Reserve (11-0)
• Approved $110,000 airport appraisal budget and change order for T-hangars with upset limit of $3,430,000 (11-0)
• Approved $135,000 for airport runway crack filling and $81,000 upset limit for demolition of former records building (10-1)

Special City Council

The Special City Council will meet in-camera to consider three items. First, the acquisition of property at 57 Charlotte Street (agenda item 2024‑571). Second, a financing plan and strategy for the Sports and Entertainment Centre (agenda item 2024‑550). Third, an oral update on a personnel matter.

• Acquisition of property at 57 Charlotte Street (2024‑571)
• Sports and Entertainment Centre financing plan and strategy (2024‑550)
• Oral update regarding personnel matter

The special meeting was called to order with all members present and no conflicts declared. Council voted unanimously to move in-camera to discuss the acquisition of property at 57 Charlotte Street, the Sports and Entertainment Centre (SEC) financing plan, and a personnel matter. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 5:02 p.m.

• Moved in-camera to discuss property acquisition at 57 Charlotte Street (11-0)
• Moved in-camera to discuss SEC Financing Plan and Strategy (11-0)
• Moved in-camera for oral update on personnel matter (11-0)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee will approve four heritage permit applications. The approved alterations concern 203 Brant Avenue and 266 Brant Avenue (both designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act), 34 Palace Street and 88 Dalhousie Street (both designated under Part IV). No financial impact was noted for any of the applications.

• Approve alteration of 203 Brant Avenue (Heritage Permit HA-08-24)
• Approve alteration of 266 Brant Avenue (Heritage Permit HA-07-24)
• Approve alteration of 34 Palace Street (Heritage Permit HA-09-24)
• Approve alteration of 88 Dalhousie Street (Sanderson Centre) (Heritage Permit HA-10-24)
• Approve minutes of the August 26, 2024 Heritage Committee meeting

The Brantford Heritage Committee meeting on September 23, 2024, was adjourned because quorum was not achieved after waiting 15 minutes past the scheduled start time. No substantive decisions were made.

Citizen’s Remuneration Review Committee

The Citizen's Remuneration Review Committee will receive the Results of Council Workload Survey and Additional Comparator Information (Report 2024-512). The committee will add its comments to the staff's upcoming report on remuneration. The meeting will also consider approval of the May 8, 2024 committee minutes.

• Review of Council Workload Survey results (Report 2024-512) – no financial impact
• Committee comments to be included in staff's future remuneration report
• Approval of Citizen's Remuneration Review Committee minutes from May 8, 2024

The Citizen's Remuneration Review Committee received a report on council workload and comparator information, and approved recommendations to increase council hours to Step 3 of Level D Exempt Wage grid effective January 1, investigate costs of a dedicated staff person for council members, and encourage use of allocated budgets for professional development. The committee also approved the minutes from May 8, 2024.

• Received Report 2024-512 on council workload survey and comparator information
• Approved recommendation to increase hours to 25 per week at Step 3 of Level D Exempt Wage grid effective January 1
• Approved recommendation to investigate costs of a dedicated staff person for council members
• Approved recommendation to encourage councillors to use allocated budgets for professional development
• Approved minutes from May 8, 2024 meeting

Committee Review Task Force

The Committee Review Task Force will present amendments to the Appointments Policy (Corporate-028) and the Wall of Recognition Policy (Corporate-019), as well as changes to Municipal Code Chapter 15 and Schedule 11 of Chapter 26. It will schedule Finance Committee meetings quarterly beginning in 2025 and consider removing the ACO Liaison position from the Heritage Committee if no replacement is found. The task force will direct staff to report back on an Appeals Committee recommendation in Q2 2025 and will be disbanded after completing its mandate.

• Amend Corporate-028 Appointments Policy
• Amend Corporate-019 Wall of Recognition Policy
• Amend Municipal Code Chapter 15 and Schedule 11 of Chapter 26
• Schedule Finance Committee meetings quarterly starting 2025
• Consider removal of ACO Liaison position from Heritage Committee

The Committee Review Task Force approved Report 2024-443, which amends the Appointments Policy and Wall of Recognition Policy, schedules quarterly Finance Committee meetings starting in 2025, and directs staff to prepare by-laws for City Council adoption. The task force also directed staff to report back on an Appeals Committee in Q2 2025 and then disbanded, having met its mandate. The motion was carried unanimously.

• Approved Report 2024-443 Committee Review Update (carried)
• Amended CORPORATE-028 Appointments Policy (carried)
• Amended CORPORATE-019 Wall of Recognition Policy (carried)
• Scheduled Finance Committee meetings quarterly beginning in 2025 (carried)
• Amended Chapter 15 and Schedule 11 of Chapter 26 (carried)
• Directed staff to bring forward a by-law to remove ACO Liaison from Heritage Committee if no replacement found (carried)
• Directed staff to report back on Appeals Committee implementation in Q2 2025 (carried)
• Disbanded the Committee Review Task Force (carried)

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole will consider Report 2024‑542 titled “The New City of Brantford Zoning By‑law and Companion Official Plan Amendment.” The committee will receive the report, approve the comprehensive zoning by‑law attached in Appendix A, and adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 9 attached in Appendix B.

• Receive Report 2024‑542
• Approve the new City of Brantford Zoning By‑law (Appendix A)
• Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 9 (Appendix B)
• Review comment matrices (Appendices C‑E)

The Committee of the Whole received and approved the new City of Brantford Zoning By-law and adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 9, with two amendments carried (rezoning 68-90 Gilkison St. to Neighbourhood Low-Rise, and increasing the minimum rear yard setback for Residential High-Rise zones from 7.5 to 10 metres). A proposed site-specific exception for 155½ and 159 Terrace Hill Street was defeated. The main motion, as amended, carried unanimously (11-0).

• Approved new comprehensive Zoning By-law and adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 9 (11-0)
• Changed zoning for 68-90 Gilkison St. (even numbers) from Intensification Corridor to Neighbourhood Low-Rise (11-0)
• Increased minimum rear yard setback for Residential High-Rise zone from 7.5m to 10m (11-0)
• Denied site-specific exception for 155½ and 159 Terrace Hill St. (5-6)

Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive staff reports on several infrastructure and service updates. The body will discuss accessibility improvements for local parks, sports facilities, and administrative processes.

• Jaycee Park New Trail and Bridge Replacement Project update
• Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre Adult Change Table Project update
• Playground Rehabilitation Projects update for Woodman, Pace, Devereux, Iroquois, and Brooklyn parks
• Provincial Offences Administrative Accommodations Project update
• Composition Review of the Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee met on September 12, 2024, and received staff reports on several accessibility-related projects, including the Jaycee Park trail and bridge replacement, Provincial Offences administrative accommodations, Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre adult change table, playground rehabilitation, and a committee composition review. All reports were received as information, and no substantive decisions were made. The minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting were approved.

• Received staff report on Jaycee Park New Trail and Bridge Replacement Project (carried)
• Received staff report on Provincial Offences Administrative Accommodations Project Update (carried)
• Received staff report on Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre Adult Change Table Project Update (carried)
• Received staff report on Playground Rehabilitation Projects Update (carried)
• Received report on Composition Review of the Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee (carried)
• Received report on Sensitive Santa is Coming to Brantford (carried)
• Approved minutes of May 9, 2024 meeting (carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-10-24 to change the zoning of 128 King George Road from Residential Type 1A to General Commercial C8-107 for a dental office, with no financial impact. The committee will also advise Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada on a telecommunications tower application at 601 Park Road North and issue a Letter of Concurrence for Rogers Communications. Routine items include approval of the August 15, 2024 Planning Committee minutes and any delegations or presentations.

• Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-10-24 – 128 King George Road – change from R1A to C8-107 (dental office) – no financial impact
• Telecommunications Application AS-04-23 – 601 Park Road North – Rogers Communications tower – no financial impact
• Approval of Planning Committee minutes from August 15, 2024
• Delegations and presentations (no specific items listed)
• Resolutions (no specific items listed)

The Planning Committee approved a zoning by-law amendment to allow a dental office at 128 King George Road, changing the zoning from Residential Type 1A to General Commercial-107 with site-specific provisions. The committee also approved a telecommunications tower application at 601 Park Road North, concurring with Rogers Communications' proposed location. Both decisions were carried unanimously (4-0).

• Approved zoning by-law amendment PZ-10-24 for 128 King George Road (4-0)
• Approved telecommunications application AS-04-23 for 601 Park Road North (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2024 Planning Committee meeting (4-0)

Public Consultation Task Force

The Public Consultation Task Force will consider funding a city‑wide engagement campaign. Staff are directed to develop and implement the campaign using $10,000 from the Council Priorities Reserve (RF0558). The task force will receive a report on the campaign’s findings in February 2025.

• Expansion of Community Involvement Framework Update – City‑wide Engagement Campaign, $10,000 funded from Council Priorities Reserve (RF0558)

The Public Consultation Task Force approved a $10,000 engagement campaign to update the Community Involvement Framework. The project will be funded through the Council Priorities Reserve. Staff were directed to implement the campaign and report back with findings in February 2025, with additional requirements for public hearings and task force feedback.

• Approved May 21, 2024 minutes
• Approved $10,000 funding for engagement campaign (Carried)
• Directed staff to implement engagement campaign (Carried)
• Added three public hearings to the engagement campaign (Carried)
• Directed staff to report on research panel selection process in Q4 2024 (Carried)
• Directed staff to share survey drafts with Task Force for feedback (Carried)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will confirm Year 2 of the 2024‑2027 City Services Multi‑Year Budget with a $10,000 public‑engagement allocation. It will consider a by‑law to levy taxes on designated public institutions, noting a $123,750 surplus for 2024. The committee will approve a non‑competitive $69,350 records‑management contract with Locality Media Inc. dba First Due and related subscription fees. Reserve fund actions, including establishing a new Municipal Accommodations Tax Reserve and transferring balances from several closed reserves, will also be approved.

• Confirmation Process for Year 2 of 2024‑2027 City Services Multi‑Year Budget – $10,000 impact (2024‑533)
• By‑law to levy taxes on designated public institutions – $123,750 surplus (2024‑471)
• Approval of non‑competitive records‑management contract with Locality Media Inc. dba First Due – $69,350 plus subscription fees (2024‑432)
• Reserve fund actions: create RF0585 Municipal Accommodations Tax Reserve; close RF0449, RF0522, RF0548, RF0568 and transfer balances (2024‑433)
• Update on capital projects with net four‑year capital impact of $1,182,088 returned to reserves (2024‑432)

The Finance Committee approved all items for consideration and consent, including funding for an enhanced public engagement process for the multi-year budget, a by-law to levy taxes on designated public institutions, and several reserve fund actions. It also approved additional capital project funding allocations, a non-competitive procurement for a records management system for the Fire Department, and received various reports including the 2nd quarter variance report showing an estimated $210,980 deficit. All votes were carried 4-0.

• Approved all Items for Consideration and Consent Items (5.1 to 5.3) (4-0)
• Approved funding up to $10,000 for enhanced public engagement on multi-year budget from Council Priorities Reserve
• Approved by-law to levy taxes on designated public institutions (surplus $123,750)
• Approved reserve actions: establish RF0585, close RF0449, RF0522, RF0548, RF0568
• Approved additional capital project funding allocations per Table-1
• Approved updated scope for SS2310 Security Camera Installation Phase 3
• Approved non-competitive procurement of records management system with Locality Media Inc. dba First Due (upset limit $69,350)
• Received 2024 2nd Quarter Variance Report (estimated $210,980 deficit)

Special City Council

City Council will meet in a special session to consider two private and confidential items. The meeting is scheduled to move in-camera to discuss land disposition and legal matters.

• Disposition of the Spierenburg Farm Lands (2024-561)
• Legal matters regarding 666 Colborne Street (2024-492)

The special meeting was procedural: Council voted unanimously (10-0) to go in-camera to discuss the disposition of Spierenburg Farm Lands and litigation regarding 666 Colborne Street. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Moved in-camera to discuss Spierenburg Farm Lands disposition (10-0)
• Moved in-camera to discuss 666 Colborne Street litigation (10-0)

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Committee of the Whole is discussing the creation of a community-based working group to advocate for a new hospital facility. The body is also reviewing funding for the 2024-2027 City Grants Program and updates to housing and heritage policies.

• Allocation of $700,000 per year for the 2024-2027 City Grants Program
• Authorization of a capital project for Sanderson Centre stage equipment funded by a donation up to $100,000
• Proposed $12,390 fee refund for a condominium conversion application at 1 and 2 Melrose Street
• Designation of 40 Richmond Street (former Victoria School) under the Ontario Heritage Act
• Up to $10,000 for a 'New Hospital for Brantford' lawn-sign campaign

The Committee of the Whole approved a $700,000-per-year City Grants Program for 2024-2027, to be administered by the Brant Community Foundation. It also approved the creation of a community-based Brantford Hospital Working Group, with Councillors Samwell and Carpenter elected as city representatives. A motion to stop consultations on three potential Heritage Conservation Districts was defeated, and a request to refund a $12,390 condominium conversion fee was denied.

• Approved $700,000/year City Grants Program for 2024-2027 (11-0)
• Approved creation of Brantford Hospital Working Group (11-0)
• Elected Councillors Samwell and Carpenter to Hospital Working Group
• Received Bill 185 update; directed Official Plan amendments (10-1)
• Received heritage district consultation results; stop-work motion lost (3-8)
• Directed Official Plan Amendment on condominium conversions (10-1)
• Denied $12,390 retroactive fee refund for 1-2 Melrose St (4-7)
• Endorsed review of Municipal Act for BIAs (11-0)

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board is meeting to receive the September 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report. The board will also review updates regarding airport management and approve minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting.

• September 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024-553) [Financial Impact: None]
• Airport Management Report
• Approval of August 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Brantford Airport Board received the September 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report and approved a recommendation to Council to demolish Building 190 to make room for additional commercial hangars, with costs funded from the airport reserve. The board also recommended staff investigate crack sealing costs and report back. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received September 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (carried)
• Recommended to Council to proceed with demolition of Building 190 for commercial hangars, funded from airport reserve (carried)
• Recommended staff investigate crack sealing costs and report back (carried)
• Approved August 12, 2024 board minutes (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Brantford Committee of Adjustment will consider a series of minor variance applications. It will refuse two requests for 9 Garden Avenue—one for lot area and one for parking ratio—and approve several other variances for properties on Bee Crescent, George Street, Wayne Gretzky Parkway, and Conklin Road. The meeting also includes a change of conditions for a consent on Memorial Drive and routine procedural items.

• Refusal of minor variance A32-2024 for 9 Garden Avenue (minimum lot area 102 m²/unit, required 153 m²/unit)
• Refusal of minor variance A32-2024 for 9 Garden Avenue (parking ratio 1.11 spaces/unit, required 1.5 spaces/unit)
• Approval of minor variance A39-2024 for 42 Bee Crescent (minimum rear yard 6.05 m, required 7.0 m)
• Approval of minor variances A40-2024 for 108‑112 George Street (building expansion to 308 m², landscaped open space 12.5%)
• Approval of minor variance A41-2024 for 299 Wayne Gretzky Parkway (sign distance 17.0 m, required 30.0 m)

The Committee of Adjustment approved all six applications before it, including minor variances for residential developments, a digital sign, and land severances. One application (9 Garden Avenue) was approved with a 4-1 recorded vote after a deferral and public concerns about unit count and parking. All other items were approved unanimously, with one member declaring conflicts on two properties.

• Approved minor variance at 9 Garden Ave for 115 m²/unit lot area and 1.25 parking ratio (4-1)
• Approved rear yard variance at 42 Bee Crescent (6-0)
• Approved building expansion and reduced landscaped space at 108-112 George St (6-0)
• Approved digital sign distance variance at 299 Wayne Gretzky Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved front yard, lot width, and rear yard variances at 389 Conklin Rd (6-0)
• Approved lot coverage variance and two land severances at 111 & 125 Sherwood Dr (6-0)
• Amended consent conditions at 251 & 259 Memorial Dr (5-0)
• Approved August 7, 2024 minutes

Social Services Committee

The Social Services Committee will consider and approve the 2025 Shared Social Services operating and capital budgets, totaling $19,756,116 for operations and $3,973,829 for capital. It will also approve the Canada‑Ontario Community Housing Initiative and Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative Investment Plan and authorize related transfer payments. Additional items include extending emergency shelter contracts and funding a temporary winter shelter with $250,000, and appointing Michelle Connor as Ontario Works Administrator.

• Approve 2025 Shared Social Services operating budget of $19,756,116 and capital budget of $3,973,829
• Approve 2024‑25 Canada‑Ontario Community Housing Initiative and Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative Investment Plan and authorize transfer payment agreement
• Extend emergency shelter contracts for one year and fund a temporary winter shelter up to $250,000
• Appointment of Michelle Connor as Ontario Works Administrator
• Add two full‑time Community Initiatives Coordinators costing $185,064

The Social Services Committee approved the 2025 Shared Social Services budget, including a $19,756,116 base operating budget (7.18% increase) and a $3,973,829 capital budget. It also approved the 2024-25 housing investment plan, extended emergency shelter contracts for one year, and authorized a competitive process for a temporary winter shelter. All items were carried as moved.

• Approved 2025 Shared Social Services budget: $19,756,116 operating (7.18% increase) and $3,973,829 capital
• Approved addition of two Community Initiatives Coordinators totaling $185,064
• Approved 2024-25 Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative and Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative Investment Plan
• Directed extension of emergency shelter contracts for one year (Nov 1, 2024 - Oct 31, 2025) with option to renew
• Authorized competitive process for temporary winter shelter with $250,000 upset limit
• Approved appointment of Michelle Connor as Ontario Works Administrator
• Received June 5, 2024 minutes

Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Brantford Municipal Non‑Profit Housing Corporation Board will receive its Second Quarter Report for April‑June 2024. It will also consider the minutes from the June 5, 2024 board meeting. No specific motions or resolutions are listed on the agenda.

• Second Quarter Report (April‑June 2024) – financial impact: none
• Appendix A – Q2 2024 Report
• Appendix B – Q2 Arrears Report
• Minutes from Board meeting – June 5 2024

The Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors approved the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting and received the Second Quarter Report for April through June 2024. The meeting included no presentations, resolutions, or notices of motion.

• Approved minutes from the June 5, 2024 board meeting
• Received the Second Quarter Report (April-June 2024)

Brant and Brantford Local Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Brant and Brantford Local Housing Corporation Board will consider the Second Quarter Report covering April‑June 2024. The board will adopt the report and direct the City Clerk to send the final resolution and staff report to the County of Brant. The board will also review the minutes from its June 5 2024 meeting. No other specific motions are listed.

• Review and adopt Brant and Brantford Local Housing Corporation Second Quarter Report (April‑June 2024)
• Direct City Clerk to forward the final resolution and staff report to the County of Brant
• Review minutes from the Board of Directors meeting held on June 5, 2024

The board approved all consent items, including the second quarter report for April-June 2024 and the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent items 5.1-5.2 (carried)
• Received Q2 2024 report (2024-446)
• Directed City Clerk to forward report to County of Brant
• Approved June 5, 2024 minutes

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole will review an airport business case workplan update and receive a police station task force report. The council will also consider refunding a condominium conversion fee and designating a heritage site.

• Airport business case workplan update ($110,000 impact)
• Police Station Task Force disbanded
• Condo conversion fee refund ($12,390)
• Designation of 40 Richmond Street (former Victoria School)
• Paved access to Echo Park from Grey Street

The Committee of the Whole approved all consent items and several separated items. Key decisions included directing staff to partner on a home energy retrofit feasibility study, approving a $110,000 airport appraisal and a $3.43 million T-hangar expansion, and removing references to selling airport lands. The committee also disbanded the Police Station Task Force and passed a resolution urging the Chief Justice to expedite the Six Nations land claim trial.

• Approved consent items including Corporate Climate Change Action Plan update (11-0)
• Directed staff to partner with Clean Air Partnership for home energy retrofit feasibility study (11-0)
• Approved $110,000 airport appraisal from Airport Reserve (10-1)
• Approved $3.43M T-hangar construction change order with Area Construction Inc. (10-1)
• Removed references to selling airport lands from business case report (8-3)
• Recommended Building 190 at airport be left vacant (11-0)
• Disbanded Police Station Task Force (10-0)
• Passed resolution urging Chief Justice to expedite Six Nations land claim trial (11-0)

Appointments Committee

The Appointments Committee is meeting to discuss the appointment of a citizen member to a board. The session includes a private and confidential item regarding the Brantford Library Board.

• Appointment of a citizen member to the Brantford Library Board

The Appointments Committee approved the minutes from its June 4, 2024 meetings (including a private session) by a 10-0 vote. It then moved in camera to discuss the appointment of a citizen member to the Brantford Library Board, but no decision on the appointment was recorded in the public minutes. The meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m.

• Approved Appointments Committee minutes of June 4, 2024 (10-0)
• Approved private and confidential minutes of June 4, 2024 (10-0)
• Moved in camera to consider appointment of a citizen member to Brantford Library Board

City Council

The Brantford City Council will review several committee reports, including a financial impact of minus $1,760,000 for the Brant’s Crossing Bridge. It will also consider emergency funding of $50,000 for the Brant Historical Society and a notice to demolish an accessory structure at 350 Brant Avenue, which is deferred. Additional items include a road closure on Wynarden Court, a zoning by‑law amendment and subdivision plan for 91 Birkett Lane, and several proclamations for upcoming awareness days.

• Brant’s Crossing Bridge Update – Financial Impact: -$1,760,000
• Emergency Funding Recommendation for Brant Historical Society – $50,000
• Notice of Intention to Demolish accessory structure at 350 Brant Avenue – Deferred
• Road Closure – Portion of Wynarden Court – No financial impact
• Zoning By‑law Amendment PZ‑14‑21 and Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T‑21503 (91 Birkett Lane – Riverwalk Phase 4)

Council approved the disposition of vacant residential properties owned by the City, directing staff to sell them as they become vacant and placing net proceeds into the Affordable Housing Reserve. Council also approved funding for the acquisition and renovation of 389 West Street for affordable housing, and endorsed a $3.07 million investment plan for the Building Faster Fund. Several other items were approved, including a $50,000 emergency grant to the Brant Historical Society and a $140,000 flood relief grant program.

• Approved disposition of vacant residential properties (BSAR) as they become vacant, with net proceeds to Affordable Housing Reserve (7-4 amendment, 9-2 final)
• Approved $11,471,475 for acquisition and renovation of 389 West Street from Affordable Housing Reserve (11-0)
• Endorsed Building Faster Fund investment plan and returned $3,066,849 to Affordable Housing Reserve (11-0)
• Approved $50,000 emergency funding for Brant Historical Society from Cultural and Built Heritage Reserve
• Approved $140,000 Residential Compassionate Flood Relief Grant Program for July 16, 2024 storm (11-0)
• Approved Brantford Red Sox fee credit up to $15,000 for 2024-2025, $10,000 for 2026, $5,000 for 2027 (11-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for 181 townhouses at 91 Birkett Lane (Riverwalk Phase 4) (8-3)
• Approved $1.76 million increase for Brant's Crossing Bridge replacement, removing $250,000 for art sculpture (10-1)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee is meeting to consider several property alterations and a demolition notice. The body will also review a heritage grant application and consultation results for potential conservation districts.

• Notice of intention to demolish an accessory structure at 350 Brant Avenue
• Proposed alteration to designated property at 50 Dufferin Avenue
• Heritage Grant application for 53 Charlotte Street in the amount of $20,000
• Proposed alteration to 10 Brant Avenue (Jubilee Terrace Park)
• Consultation results for potential Heritage Conservation Districts at Waterloo Court, North Side of Dalhousie Street, and Victory Housing Neighbourhood

The Brantford Heritage Committee received a notice to demolish an accessory structure at 350 Brant Avenue and approved heritage permit applications for 50 Dufferin Avenue and Jubilee Terrace Park at 10 Brant Avenue. The committee also approved a $20,000 heritage grant for 53 Charlotte Street, waived a procedure by-law for a delegation, and forwarded recommendations regarding heritage conservation districts, committee composition, and a biography for the Wall of Recognition.

• Received staff report 2024-532 regarding demolition at 350 Brant Avenue
• Waived section 15.6.2 of the Procedure By-law to permit a late delegation
• Approved heritage permit application HA-05-24 for alterations at 50 Dufferin Avenue
• Approved a $20,000 heritage grant for application HG-02-24 at 53 Charlotte Street
• Approved alterations at 10 Brant Avenue (Jubilee Terrace Park) under application HA-06-24
• Recommended further consultation, artistic storyboards, and educational materials regarding potential heritage conservation districts
• Forwarded committee composition recommendations to the Committee Review Task Force
• Forwarded William Muirhead's draft biography to the Committee of the Whole – Planning and Administration

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will appoint the Supervisor of By‑law Compliance as Secretary, replacing Kim Stoffelsen. It will confirm and uphold Property Standards Order #21‑24 for Douglas Wayne Aitchison at 1 Oriole Parkway and Order #27‑24 for Sasa Cvetkovic at 209 Dalhousie Street. The committee will also approve the May 23, 2024 meeting minutes as a consent item.

• Appointment of the Supervisor of By‑law Compliance as Secretary (repealing Kim Stoffelsen)
• Uphold Property Standards Order #21‑24 for 1 Oriole Parkway (owner Douglas Wayne Aitchison)
• Uphold Property Standards Order #27‑24 for 209 Dalhousie Street (owner Sasa Cvetkovic)
• Consent item: approve Property Standards Committee minutes from May 23, 2024

The Property Standards Committee upheld a repair order for 209 Dalhousie Street and quashed an order for 1 Oriole Parkway. The committee also appointed the Supervisor of By-law Compliance as Secretary.

• Appointed Supervisor of By-law Compliance as Secretary (Carried)
• Quashed Property Standards Order #21-24 for 1 Oriole Parkway (Carried)
• Confirmed and upheld Property Standards Order #27-24 for 209 Dalhousie Street (Carried)
• Approved May 23, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Police Station Task Force

The task force will receive an update on the Brantford Police Services Redevelopment Project and will be formally disbanded. The meeting also includes approval of the April 22, 2024 and June 27, 2024 task‑force minutes. The redevelopment update notes no financial impact.

• Staff report received on Brantford Police Services Redevelopment Project (Item 4.1, no financial impact)
• Disbandment of the Police Station Task Force
• Approval of minutes from the April 22, 2024 Police Station Task Force meeting
• Approval of minutes from the June 27, 2024 Police Station Task Force meeting

The Police Station Task Force received the Brantford Police Services Facility Redevelopment Project Update and voted to disband itself. The motion to receive the report and disband the task force was carried. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received staff report 2024-413 on police facility redevelopment (carried)
• Disbanded the Police Station Task Force (carried)
• Approved April 22, 2024 and June 27, 2024 meeting minutes (carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider Zoning By‑law Amendment PZ‑14‑21 and Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T‑21503 for the Riverwalk Phase 4 development at 91 Birkett Lane. The amendment proposes rezoning the site to Flood‑Open Space Type 1 (F‑OS1) and Flood‑Holding Residential Medium‑Density Type A – Exception 97 (F‑H‑R4A‑97) to permit 181 townhouse units, subject to conditions on servicing, storm‑water management, access, and consultation with the Survivors Secretariat. The committee will defer the by‑law to remove the “Holding (H)” provision until those conditions are satisfied and will present the draft plan at a later date.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment PZ‑14‑21 to rezone 91 Birkett Lane to F‑OS1 and F‑H‑R4A‑97, allowing 181 townhouses
• Removal of the “Holding (H)” provision postponed until servicing, financial, storm‑water, access, and elevation conditions are met
• Requirement for a comprehensive Stormwater Management Strategy approved by the Director of Engineering and the Grand River Conservation Authority
• Mandatory consultation with the Survivors Secretariat before approval
• Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T‑21503 to be presented to Council later for consideration of conditions

The Planning Committee approved a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 181 block townhouses at 91 Birkett Lane (Riverwalk Phase 4), with conditions including servicing, stormwater, and consultation with the Survivors Secretariat. The motion passed 3-2, with Mayor Davis and Councillor Carpenter voting against. The draft plan will be presented to Council at a later date.

• Approved zoning by-law amendment PZ-14-21 for 181 townhouses at 91 Birkett Lane (3-2)
• Approved draft plan of subdivision 29T-21503 for Riverwalk Phase 4, to be presented to Council later
• Approved minutes from June 13 and June 20, 2024 Planning Committee meetings (5-0)

Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee

The Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee will receive the Mandate and Composition Review report (2024‑499) and forward its recommendations to the Committee Review Task Force. It will also consider and approve the minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Mandate and Composition Review of the Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee – Report 2024‑499
• Forwarding of the report’s recommendations to the Committee Review Task Force
• Approval of the Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee minutes from June 13, 2024

The committee received a report on its mandate and composition and forwarded three recommendations to the Committee Review Task Force, including advising on climate action plans, administering the GreenER awards, and promoting environmental education. The recommendations were approved as amended. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received Report 2024-499 on mandate and composition review
• Forwarded amended recommendations to Committee Review Task Force (carried)
• Approved June 13, 2024 minutes (carried)

Special City Council

The Special City Council will consider several by‑law items, including revoking the by‑law for 18 Park Road South and confirming other by‑law actions. In a closed session, council will discuss a collective bargaining mandate for the IBEW‑Water Unit and multiple property disposition and acquisition matters, such as 90 Terrace Hill Street, a vacant residential property, parcels on Hardy Road, and a property on West Street.

• By‑law to revoke 18 Park Road South (2024‑502)
• Collective Bargaining Mandate for IBEW‑Water Unit (2024‑440)
• Updated Disposition Strategy – 90 Terrace Hill Street (2024‑490)
• Disposition of Vacant Residential Property owned by the City (2024‑466)
• Update on Acquisition of Property on West Street (2024‑487)

The special council meeting passed two by-laws unanimously: one repealing the controlled access road designation for 18 Park Road South, and one confirming the meeting's proceedings. Council then moved in-camera to discuss five confidential items, including collective bargaining, property dispositions, and litigation, before adjourning.

• Repealed controlled access road by-law 139-91 for 18 Park Road South (10-0)
• Passed by-law 111-2024 confirming council proceedings (10-0)
• Moved in-camera for five confidential items (10-0)

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Committee of the Whole approved a $50,000 emergency grant to the Brant Historical Society from the Cultural and Built Heritage Reserve. It also authorized the demolition of a greenhouse accessory structure at 350 Brant Avenue and directed staff to begin closing a portion of Wynarden Court. Additional actions included waiving planning application fees for 53 Charlotte Street, funding paved access to Echo Park from Grey Street, and adopting a resolution supporting provincial legislation to strengthen municipal codes of conduct.

• Permit to demolish the greenhouse accessory structure at 350 Brant Avenue (no financial impact)
• Initiate closure of a portion of Wynarden Court (Part 2 on 2R‑9028) and present closure by‑law
• Emergency funding of $50,000 to the Brant Historical Society from the Cultural and Built Heritage Reserve (RF0570)
• Waive planning application fees for any Minor Zoning By‑law Amendment and Site Plan Amendment for 53 Charlotte Street
• Fund paved access improvements to Echo Park from Grey Street using the Parkland Dedication Reserve Fund (RF0442)

The Committee of the Whole approved $50,000 in emergency funding for the Brant Historical Society from the Cultural and Built Heritage Reserve, and endorsed a resolution calling on the province to strengthen municipal codes of conduct. A demolition permit for a greenhouse at 350 Brant Avenue was deferred for further consultation, and a motion to waive planning fees for 53 Charlotte Street was deferred to the next City Council meeting.

• Approved $50,000 emergency funding for Brant Historical Society (11-0)
• Approved resolution supporting provincial legislation to strengthen municipal codes of conduct (11-0)
• Deferred demolition of accessory structure at 350 Brant Avenue to consult Heritage Committee (7-4)
• Deferred waiver of planning fees for 53 Charlotte Street to August 27 City Council meeting (9-2)
• Approved initiation of road closure process for portion of Wynarden Court (11-0)
• Approved minutes of previous meetings (11-0)

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board will receive an update on the Airport Business Case Workplan, which has a financial impact of $110,000. The board will also review the August 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report and approve the minutes from the June 10, 2024 meeting.

• Airport Business Case Workplan Update ($110,000)
• August 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report
• Approval of June 10, 2024 Board minutes

The Brantford Airport Board received the Airport Business Case Workplan Update and amended it to remove any references to selling airport lands/operations or dissolving airport operations. The board also recommended leaving Building 190 vacant, approved the June 10, 2024 minutes, and directed staff to investigate airport fee exemptions, comparative leasing charges, and current lease terms.

• Received Airport Business Case Workplan Update (2024-493) as information
• Amended report to remove references to selling airport lands/operations or dissolving operations (carried)
• Recommended Building 190 at Brantford Municipal Airport be left vacant (carried)
• Approved June 10, 2024 board minutes
• Directed staff to investigate airport exemption from fees and charges bylaw (carried)
• Directed staff to investigate leasing charges at comparative airports (carried)
• Directed staff to report on current airport leases, rates, and terms (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Brantford Committee of Adjustment will decide on a series of applications, including an approved minor variance for 77 Waldron Street with a conditional interior side yard requirement. It will also consider several land‑severance consent applications that were approved for 64 Cumberland Street, 410 Hardy Road and 32 Niagara Street. Additionally, the committee will review and refuse minor variance requests for 9 Garden Avenue and 111‑113 Pearl Street.

• 77 Waldron St – minor variance approved: rear yard setback reduced to 0.88 m (required 6.0 m) with a condition for a 15 m interior side yard
• 64 Cumberland St – consent to sever 291.42 m² approved subject to conditions
• 410 Hardy Rd – consent applications B30‑2024 and B31‑2024 to sever the property approved (Lot 2 and Lot 3)
• 32 Niagara St – lot‑width variance approved (8.3 m vs 9 m required) and consent to sever 333.97 m² approved (retained parcel 472.66 m²)
• 9 Garden Ave – two minor variance requests refused (lot area 102 m²/unit vs 153 m² required; parking 1.11 spaces/unit vs 1.5 required)

The Committee of Adjustment approved several minor variance and consent applications, including those for 111-113 Pearl Street, 77 Waldron Street, 64 Cumberland Street, 410 Hardy Road, 904 Colborne Street, 17 Pleasant Crescent, and 32 Niagara Street. The application for 9 Garden Avenue was deferred to a future meeting because the applicant was not present. All decisions were carried unanimously on recorded votes.

• Deferred A32-2024 (9 Garden Ave) one cycle (5-0)
• Approved A15-2024 & B15-2024 (111-113 Pearl St) variances and consent (6-0)
• Approved A38-2024 (77 Waldron St) rear yard variance with condition (6-0)
• Approved B28-2024 (64 Cumberland St) consent with amended condition (6-0)
• Approved B30-2024 & B31-2024 (410 Hardy Rd) consents (6-0)
• Approved A35-2024 (904 Colborne St) side yard variance (6-0)
• Approved A37-2024 (17 Pleasant Crescent) accessory building variance (6-0)
• Approved A36-2024 & B29-2024 (32 Niagara St) variance and consent (6-0)

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole – Operations will receive reports on the airport board, bridge replacement, and festivals, and will consider several resolutions. It will approve an additional $1.76 million from the Canada Community Building Fund Reserve for the Brant’s Crossing Bridge replacement. The council will also adopt a $110,000 flood‑relief grant program and support Bill 88 on gas‑station safety, among other items.

• Approve $1,760,000 from the Canada Community Building Fund Reserve for Brant’s Crossing Bridge Replacement (OSIM Structure 104)
• Fund $110,000 Residential Compassionate Flood Relief Grant Program from Council Priorities Reserve (RF0558)
• Resolution supporting Bill 88 – Protecting Ontarians by Enhancing Gas Station Safety
• Provide Brantford Red Sox a credit of up to $15,000 per year for Arnold Anderson Stadium fees (funded from Council Priorities Reserve RF0558)
• Airport Board directed to investigate funding sources for two additional rows of T‑Hangars

The Committee approved a budget increase for the Brant’s Crossing Bridge and directed staff to build two more rows of T-Hangars at the airport. Council also supported Bill 88 regarding gas station safety and provided fee credits to the Brantford Red Sox.

• Approved $1.76M budget increase for Brant’s Crossing Bridge replacement from Canada Community Building Fund Reserve (9-1)
• Directed staff to build two more rows of T-Hangars and report funding sources by August 27 (8-2)
• Approved resolution supporting Bill 88 to prevent gas theft via prepaid services (6-4)
• Approved fee credits up to $15,000 per year (2024-2026) for Brantford Red Sox use of Arnold Anderson Stadium (10-0)
• Endorsed Winter and Summer Festivals Event Plan (10-0)
• Approved minutes from June 4, 2024, and other committee meetings (10-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee reviewed applications for minor variances and land severances across various properties. Decisions included approving property adjustments, refusing requests for 9 Garden Avenue, and deferring items for 504 King George Road.

• Refusal of minor variances for lot area and parking at 9 Garden Avenue
• Approval of land severance and variances for 64 Sandra Street
• Deferral of accessory structure applications for 504 King George Road
• Approval of property variances for 251 Stanley Street
• Approval of land severance at 463 Blackburn Drive

The Committee of Adjustment approved minor variances for several residential developments, including a 10-unit townhouse at 251 Stanley Street and a 7-storey multi-residential building at 352-354 West Street. The committee deferred a 51-unit stacked townhouse proposal at 9 Garden Avenue, refusing variances for lot area and parking ratios. Additionally, the committee approved land severances at 64 Sandra Street and 463 Blackburn Drive, while deferring a land transfer at 111-113 Pearl Street after refusing related variances.

• Approved minor variances for 10-unit townhouse at 251 Stanley Street (7-0)
• Approved minor variance for dwelling conversion at 372 Darling Street (7-0)
• Deferred 51-unit stacked townhouse at 9 Garden Avenue; refused lot area and parking variances (6-0, one member recused)
• Deferred single detached dwelling and ADUs at 504 King George Road for archaeological assessment (7-0)
• Approved land severance and minor variances at 64 Sandra Street (7-0)
• Approved minor variances for 7-storey multi-residential buildings at 352-354 West Street (7-0)
• Approved land severance at 463 Blackburn Drive (7-0)
• Approved minor variances for accessory garage at 20 Lancaster Avenue (7-0)

Police Station Task Force

The Police Station Task Force is reviewing an update on the Brantford Police Services Redevelopment Project. The agenda includes proposals to receive staff report 2024-413 and to disband the task force.

• Brantford Police Services Redevelopment Project Update (Report 2024-413)
• Proposal to disband the Police Station Task Force
• Approval of April 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Police Station Task Force met on June 27, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at the Brantford Police Station Headquarters, 344 Elgin Street. Only Chair Samwell and Councillor Martin were present; Councillor McCreary and Mayor Davis sent regrets, and Councillor Sicoli was absent. After waiting the required 15 minutes from the scheduled start time, quorum was not achieved, so the meeting was adjourned. No substantive decisions were made.

• Meeting adjourned because quorum was not achieved

Special City Council

Brantford City Council will meet in a special session to consider items in camera. The agenda includes mediation instructions for Six Nations litigation and a preliminary analysis of business proposals for a Sports and Entertainment Centre.

• Six Nations Litigation Mediation Instructions
• Preliminary analysis of Sports and Entertainment Centre business proposals

Brantford City Council held a special meeting on June 25, 2024 and voted 7-2 to move in-camera to consider two confidential items: Six Nations litigation mediation instructions (2024-426) and a preliminary analysis of Sports and Entertainment Centre business proposals (2024-412). Council then reconvened in open session and adjourned at 4:41 p.m. No substantive decisions were recorded in open session; the substance of the confidential items was not disclosed in these minutes.

• Moved in-camera to consider Six Nations litigation mediation instructions (2024-426) — carried 7-2
• Moved in-camera to consider preliminary analysis of Sports and Entertainment Centre business proposals (2024-412) — carried 7-2
• Council reconvened in open session and adjourned at 4:41 p.m.

City Council

The Council will review several development grants and the ratification of a collective agreement for CUPE Local 181. The agenda also includes discussions on transportation reviews, airport management contracts, and downtown grant applications.

• Funding of $43,048 to Canadian Military Heritage Museum and $41,837 to Woodland Cultural Centre
• Execution of the Canada Community-Building Fund agreement ($6,582,807)
• Ratification of the CUPE Local 181 – Outside Unit collective agreement (2023–2027)
• Review of Alternative Transportation Review ($430,000 impact)
• Discussion of Airport Management Contract ($499,621 impact)

Brantford City Council advanced the 2025 budget of $44 million for the Southwest Community Centre and Park Project to 2024 and ratified a collective agreement with CUPE Local 181 Outside Unit. Council also approved multiple zoning amendments and subdivisions, including developments along Mount Pleasant Road and Shellard Lane. Additionally, members voted to sell 18 Park Road South and deferred a decision regarding the Market Rent Homes disposition strategy.

• Advanced $44M Southwest Community Centre and Park Project budget to 2024 (11-0)
• Ratified CUPE Local 181 Outside Unit collective agreement for 2023–2027 (10-0)
• Approved Mount Pleasant Road zoning amendments and subdivisions (10-1)
• Approved sale of 18 Park Road South (10-0)
• Deferred Market Rent Homes disposition strategy for one cycle (7-4)
• Approved 2023 operating surplus distribution of $3,420,134 (11-0)
• Approved Shellard Lane park zoning amendment (11-0)
• Authorized $430,000 for West Arterial Roadway EA study (11-0)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The committee will review a conservation plan for the Brant’s Crossing Bridge as part of the Three Grand River Crossings EA. They will also discuss researching a biography for William Muirhead's induction into the Wall of Recognition.

• Conservation Plan for the Brant’s Crossing Bridge (Report 2024-418)
• Researching service history for William Muirhead's induction into the Wall of Recognition
• Approval of May 27, 2024 meeting minutes

The Brantford Heritage Committee received a conservation plan for the Brant’s Crossing Bridge and forwarded nine recommendations to city staff regarding the bridge's design, lighting, and historical features. The committee also approved the May 27, 2024, meeting minutes and initiated research for the induction of William Muirhead into the Wall of Recognition.

• Received conservation plan for Brant’s Crossing Bridge
• Forwarded nine design recommendations for bridge project to staff
• Approved research for William Muirhead's Wall of Recognition induction
• Approved May 27, 2024, meeting minutes

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is reviewing zoning by-law amendments and draft plans of subdivision for several locations on Mount Pleasant Road. These applications involve changes to residential, natural heritage, and open space zones at 205-211, 299, 389, and 409 Mount Pleasant Road.

• Zoning amendment for 205-211 Mount Pleasant Road
• Zoning amendment for 299 Mount Pleasant Road
• Zoning amendment for 389 and 409 Mount Pleasant Road
• Draft Plan of Subdivision applications (29T-24501, 29T-24502, 29T-24503)

The Brantford Planning Committee approved three zoning by-law amendments and three draft plans of subdivision for a multi-phase residential and commercial development along Mount Pleasant Road after holding a statutory public meeting. The project includes single-detached, semi-detached, and townhouse dwellings, alongside open spaces and commercial uses. Several members of the public spoke to raise concerns regarding traffic, intensification, loss of trees, and street configurations.

• Waived rules to provide applicant additional presentation time (4-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-04-24 for 205-211 Mount Pleasant Road (4-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-05-24 for 299 Mount Pleasant Road (4-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-06-24 for 389 and 409 Mount Pleasant Road (4-0)
• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T-24501 for 205-211 Mount Pleasant Road (4-0)
• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T-24502 for 299 Mount Pleasant Road (4-0)
• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T-24503 for 389 and 409 Mount Pleasant Road (4-0)

Zoning By-law Task Force

The Zoning By-law Task Force will review a draft update for the New Zoning By-law Project. The committee is scheduled to receive Report 2024-406 and forward any comments to staff. This item has no reported financial impact.

• Review of Draft Zoning By-law Update (Report 2024-406)
• Approval of January 29, 2024 meeting minutes

The Task Force received an update on the New Zoning By-law Project from SGL Planning & Design Inc. and city staff. Members voted to waive procedural rules to allow for an extended presentation and discussion. The committee also approved the minutes from their January 29, 2024, meeting.

• Waived procedural rules for presentation length and questioning (Carried)
• Received Report 2024-406 on the New Zoning By-law Project (Carried)
• Forwarded Task Force comments to staff (Carried)
• Approved January 29, 2024, meeting minutes (Carried)

Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also consider funding recommendations for the Cultural and Built Heritage Grant Program. These include air quality improvements and plumbing repairs at local museums.

• $43,048.00 grant for Canadian Military Heritage Museum air quality project
• $41,837 grant for Woodland Cultural Centre plumbing repair project
• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair

The committee approved funding for two local organizations to support building improvement projects. Additionally, the committee held elections for its leadership positions for the upcoming year.

• Christina Han acclaimed as Chair (term ending June 19, 2025)
• Andy Straisfeld acclaimed as Vice-Chair (term ending June 19, 2025)
• Approved $43,048 grant for Canadian Military Heritage Museum
• Approved $41,837 grant for Woodland Cultural Centre
• Approved February 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing the 2024 Climate Action Implementation Plan and Update. The agenda also includes consideration of the 2024 ESPAC budget and a review of nominations for the GreenER Awards.

• 2024 Climate Action Implementation Plan and Update (Report 2024-388)
• 2024 ESPAC Budget (Report 2024-389)
• GreenER Awards Nomination Review (Report 2024-390)

The committee approved a $5,000 allocation for planting endangered native tree species. It also selected winners for the GreenER Awards and provided several recommendations for the 2024 Climate Action Implementation Plan.

• Acclaimed Andy Straisfeld as Chair and Lee Lawrence as Vice-Chair
• Approved $5,000 for tree planting initiatives for endangered native species
• Awarded Green Business Award to Wilfred Laurier University Brantford Campus
• Awarded Young Environmental Champion award to Bryanna Leeder
• Approved 2024 Climate Action Implementation Plan with seven added recommendations
• Approved minutes from December 14, 2023

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is reviewing a request to rezone 346 Shellard Lane from a planned unit development to open space for a community park. The committee will also consider a draft plan of subdivision for Block 226 Donegal Drive.

• Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-09-24: Rezoning 346 Shellard Lane for a community park
• Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T-22505: Proposed development at Block 226 Donegal Drive

The Committee approved a zoning amendment to facilitate a community park at 346 Shellard Lane and approved a draft plan of subdivision for Block 226 Donegal Drive. The May 16, 2024, meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-09-24 for community park at 346 Shellard Lane (5-0)
• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T-22505 for Block 226 Donegal Drive (5-0)
• Approved May 16, 2024 Planning Committee minutes (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing the 2023 audited financial statements and annual operating surplus. The committee will also discuss allocating a $3,420,134 surplus to various reserve funds. Additionally, members are reviewing financing plans for the Southwest Community Centre and Park Project.

• Advancing the $44 million budget for the Southwest Community Centre and Park Project to 2024
• Allocating a $3,420,134 operating surplus to various reserve funds, including the Hospital Redevelopment Reserve Fund
• Allocating net proceeds from the Strickland Avenue land sale to the Hospital Redevelopment Reserve Fund
• Reviewing the 2023 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements

Brantford's Finance Committee approved moving the $44 million 2025 budget for the Southwest Community Centre and Park Project up to 2024, to be funded through growth-related debentures serviced by development charges. The committee also approved allocating the 2023 operating surplus of $3,420,134 to four reserves, with the largest share ($2,662,227) going to the Hospital Redevelopment Reserve Fund, and directed net proceeds from the sale of land on Strickland Avenue to Grand Erie District School Board into that same fund. The 2023 Consolidated Financial Statements and several reserve, lease, and investment reports were received. All items carried by recorded votes of 5 to 0 or 4 to 0.

• Advanced $44M Southwest Community Centre and Park Project budget from 2025 to 2024, funded by growth-related debentures serviced through development charges
• Allocated $3,420,134 2023 operating surplus: $194,327 to Corporate Contingency Reserve, $459,764 to Manulife Claims Fluctuation Reserve, $103,816 to Capital Funding Envelope Reserve, $2,662,227 to Hospital Redevelopment Reserve Fund (5-0)
• Directed net proceeds from Strickland Avenue land sale to Grand Erie District School Board into the Hospital Redevelopment Reserve Fund
• Received 2023 Consolidated Financial Statements (5-0)
• Received Quarterly Reserve and Reserve Fund Update (2024-351)
• Received Treasurer's Annual Report on Lease Financing Agreements for 2023 (2024-367)
• Received Treasurer's Investment Report for 2023 (2024-380)
• Received Finance Committee minutes of May 15, 2024

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Committee is reviewing a modernized City Grants Program to be administered by the Brant Community Foundation. The agenda also includes an airport management contract and various downtown development grants. Additionally, updates to building permit fees and corporate policies are under consideration.

• $900,000 annual allocation for the 2024-2027 City Grants Program via Brant Community Foundation
• Airport management contract with Brantford Flying Club Ltd. up to $499,621
• $2,919,437 tax increment-based grant for 33 Erie Avenue
• Lease of 177 Colborne Street West to Grand River Community Health Centre ($193,450 impact)
• Approval of demolition applications for 247 and 253 West Street

Brantford's Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration met on June 11, 2024 and approved most items on its agenda, including a $2,919,437 tax increment grant for 33 Erie Avenue and a $499,621 airport management contract. The committee deferred the 2024-2027 City Grants Program (Report 2024-045) to consult with organizations named in the report, and directed staff to consult Erie Avenue property owners about a possible heritage conservation district. All recorded votes shown in the minutes carried, most unanimously.

• Deferred 2024-2027 City Grants Program (Report 2024-045) to consult organizations in clause C (10-0)
• Approved $2,919,437 tax increment-based grant for 33 Erie Avenue over up to 10 years (9-1)
• Approved $11,725 Downtown Façade and Safety Improvement Grant for 49 Charlotte Street (9-1)
• Approved non-competitive airport management contract with Brantford Flying Club Ltd., upset limit $499,621 (10-0)
• Approved lease of 177 Colborne Street West commercial space to Grand River Community Health Centre (10-0)
• Approved non-routine demolition applications for 247 and 253 West Street (10-0)
• Approved renaming Longboat Run to Longboat Run East between Conklin Road and Hunter Way
• Directed staff to consult Erie Avenue property owners on a heritage conservation district, report back by Q4 2024 (9-0)

Special City Council

This special meeting includes several items for discussion in a private, in-camera session. Council will consider a tentative labor settlement with CUPE Local 181 and potential land transactions.

• Tentative settlement with CUPE Local 181, Outside Unit (2023-2027)
• Litigation matter regarding 380 Hardy Road
• Acquisition of property on West Street
• Unsolicited offer to purchase a portion of Hachborn Road

City Council met in a special session and voted to move into a private session to discuss confidential items. No decisions were recorded in open session.

• Approved motion to move in-camera for confidential items (7-0)

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board will consider the June 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 13, 2024, meeting.

• June 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (Item 2024-391)
• Approval of May 13, 2024, meeting minutes

The Board received the June 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report and approved the minutes from the May 13, 2024 meetings. Staff were directed to research funding sources for two additional rows of T-Hangars.

• Directed staff to investigate funding sources for two more rows of T-Hangars
• Received June 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024-391)
• Approved May 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved May 13, 2024 private and confidential meeting minutes

Committee of Adjustment

The committee met to decide on various land use applications, including property severances and zoning relief. Decisions included approving setbacks at 34 Preston Avenue and refusing certain sign-related requests at 105 Colborne Street West.

• Approval of rear yard setback variance at 34 Preston Avenue
• Refusal of several sign-related variances at 105 Colborne Street West
• Approval of driveway and parking variances at 284 Darling Street
• Approval of land severance for 1 Blake Avenue and 90 St. Paul Avenue
• Approval of property severance at 141 North Park Street

The Committee of Adjustment unanimously approved minor variances for rear yard setbacks and driveway widths at three properties. It also approved consent applications to sever land at 1 Blake Avenue, 141 North Park Street, and 435 Elgin Street. A sign variance application at 105 Colborne Street West was deferred for one meeting cycle to consult with municipal staff.

• Approved rear yard setback variance at 34 Preston Avenue (5-0)
• Deferred sign variance application at 105 Colborne Street West (5-0)
• Approved driveway width and parking variances at 284 Darling Street (5-0)
• Approved land severance from 1 Blake Avenue to 90 St. Paul Avenue (5-0)
• Approved lot area and width variances at 141 North Park Street (5-0)
• Approved land severance at 141 North Park Street (5-0)
• Approved land severance at 435 Elgin Street (5-0)
• Approved May 1, 2024 minutes

Brant and Brantford Local Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Board is reviewing the First Quarter Report covering January through March 2024. The agenda includes a proposal to fund emergency capital repairs using two different reserve funds.

• Funding of up to $400,000 for emergency capital repairs via two reserve funds
• Review of the First Quarter Report (January–March 2024)
• Approval of May 8, 2024, meeting minutes

The Board received the First Quarter Report for January through March 2024. It approved funding for emergency capital repairs up to a limit of $400,000 using two reserve funds.

• Approved $400,000 for emergency capital repairs ($280,000 from Social Housing Capital Reserve Fund RF0473 and $120,000 from National Housing Co-Investment Fund (CMHC) Reserve Fund RF0580)
• Received First Quarter Report (January-March 2024)
• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Board will review the first quarter report for January through March 2024. They will also consider the 2024 Annual General Meeting and the appointment of corporate officers. A budgetary increase for a security system project is also proposed.

• $25,000 budget increase for Richard Beckett Building security system access panel
• Adoption of 2023 audited financial statements
• Appointment of City of Brantford auditors for the 2024 fiscal year
• Appointment of corporate Directors and Officers

The Board adopted the 2023 audited financial statements and appointed corporate officers. It also approved additional funding for a security system capital project at the Richard Beckett Building.

• Adopted 2023 audited financial statements
• Approved appointment of City of Brantford auditors for the year ending Dec 31, 2024
• Appointed Mayor as President, CAO as Vice President, City Treasurer as Treasurer, and City Clerk as Secretary
• Adopted minutes of the 2023 Annual General Meeting
• Approved $25,000 budget increase for Richard Beckett Building security system (total limit $45,000)
• Approved funding the $25,000 security increase through the Capital Reserve Fund
• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Social Services Committee

The Social Services Committee will consider the 2024-25 Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan for approval. The agenda also includes receiving annual reports for Ontario Works and the Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan. Additionally, a report on the impact of asylum seekers on municipal social services will be received.

• Approval of 2024-25 Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan
• Ontario Works Brantford-Brant Annual Report
• 2023 update for the Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan
• Asylum seeker impact report with projected 2024 costs of $38,443

The Social Services Committee approved the Homelessness Prevention Program 2024-25 Investment Plan (Report 2024-150) and authorized the Director of Housing and Homelessness Services to reallocate funds and revise or add capital projects to ensure full spending. The committee also received the 2023 Annual Update on the Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan, a report on asylum seekers' impact on municipal social services, and the Ontario Works Brantford-Brant Annual Report. All items were carried, and the meeting adjourned at 9:36 a.m.

• Approved Homelessness Prevention Program 2024-25 Investment Plan (Report 2024-150)
• Authorized Director of Housing and Homelessness Services to reallocate capital and operating dollars within the plan
• Authorized Director to revise or add capital projects for Homelessness Prevention Program funding
• Received 2023 Annual Update – Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan (Report 2024-372)
• Received Asylum Seekers: Impact to Municipal Social Services (Report 2024-332)
• Received Ontario Works Brantford-Brant: Annual Report (Report 2024-334)
• Directed City Clerk to forward final resolutions and staff reports to the County of Brant for items 5.1, 6.1, and 5.2

Appointments Committee

The Appointments Committee is reviewing minutes from the March 5, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes private discussions regarding appointments to several local bodies.

• Approval of March 5, 2024, meeting minutes
• Appointment of citizen members to Committee of Adjustment
• Appointment of citizen members to Downtown Brantford BIA
• Appointment of a liaison member to Brantford Heritage Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the March 5, 2024, meetings. Members then voted to move into a private, in-camera session to discuss appointments for the Committee of Adjustment, Downtown Brantford BIA, and the Brantford Heritage Committee.

• Approved March 5, 2024, meeting minutes (11-0)
• Approved March 5, 2024, private meeting minutes (11-0)
• Moved in camera to discuss committee and board appointments (11-0)

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole - Operations is reviewing several infrastructure and regulatory items. This includes funding for a transportation study and a pilot project for wastewater management in the Johnson Road area. The committee is also considering updates to private tree by-laws.

• $430,000 funding for West Arterial Roadway transportation review
• Updates to Private Tree By-law effective July 1, 2024
• Inflow and Infiltration Disconnection Pilot Project for Johnson Road
• Endorsement of the Non-Core Asset Management Plan
• Resolution supporting the end of the Ontario gas pipeline subsidy

The Committee approved funding to re-initiate an environmental assessment for a West Arterial Roadway and requested provincial intervention for regional traffic solutions. Other actions included updating tree by-laws and approving a wastewater pilot project.

• Approved $430,000 from Transportation Development Charge Reserve Fund for West Arterial Roadway study (10-1)
• Requested provincial facilitator to intervene in City-County regional traffic solutions (7-4)
• Approved updates to City Tree and tree protection by-laws (7-3)
• Approved Inflow and Infiltration Disconnection Pilot Program for Johnson Road catchment (10-0)
• Appointed County Councillor Garneau to the Brantford Airport Board (10-0)
• Endorsed Non-Core Asset Management Plan (11-0)
• Approved Joint City-County HSP Event Program and associated landfill reserve transfers (11-0)
• Supported Ontario Energy Board decision to end gas pipeline subsidies (6-4)

Special City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a single substantive item: a request for direction regarding compensation during an environmental assessment process. Council will move in-camera (closed to the public) to discuss this item, citing solicitor-client privilege. The rest of the agenda is procedural (roll call, conflict declarations, adjournment).

• Closed-session discussion of Request for Direction regarding Compensation During Environmental Assessment Process (2024-353)
• Meeting held in hybrid format at Brantford City Hall, 58 Dalhousie Street

Council voted to move into a private session to consider a request for direction regarding compensation during an environmental assessment process. No other substantive decisions were recorded before the meeting adjourned.

• Moved in-camera to consider compensation during environmental assessment process 2024-353 (10-1)

City Council

City Council approved additional funding for the Police Service Facility Redevelopment and a zoning amendment for mixed-use buildings on North Park Street. Council also voted to oppose the merger of the Brant County Health Unit with the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit and directed staff to review integrating the health unit into city administration.

• Approved $2,131,000 for net-zero carbon building at Police Service Facility (11-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for 9-storey and 16-storey mixed-use buildings at 310-320 North Park St (11-0)
• Directed staff to review integrating Brant County Health Unit into City administration (10-1)
• Passed resolution opposing Brant County Health Unit merger with Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (10-1)
• Approved $200,000 non-competitive procurement for NG9-1-1 data recorder (11-0)
• Approved $300,000 for steel support antenna structure with Landmark Municipal Services ULC (11-0)
• Deferred decision on 6-storey mixed-use building at 75-79 Erie Avenue to August (6-5)
• Approved $152,439.02 for Civic Centre emergency repairs (11-0)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee is meeting to consider a proposed amendment to Heritage Permit HA-05-23 for 200 Clarence Street (Greenwood Cemetery). The item was deferred from a previous meeting and is the only substantive item on the agenda. The committee will also receive minutes from its April 29, 2024 meeting.

• Proposed amendment to Heritage Permit HA-05-23 for 200 Clarence Street (Greenwood Cemetery) - Report 2024-292
• Approval of minutes from April 29, 2024 meeting

The Brantford Heritage Committee approved an amendment to Heritage Permit HA-05-23 for 200 Clarence Street (Greenwood Cemetery), as described in Report 2024-292. The committee also approved the minutes of its April 29, 2024 meeting. No presentations, delegations, resolutions, or notices of motion were recorded.

• Approved amendment to Heritage Permit HA-05-23 for 200 Clarence Street (Greenwood Cemetery) (carried)
• Approved minutes of the April 29, 2024 meeting (carried)

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will hear an appeal by JJAB Properties Ltd. against Property Standards Order #16-24 for 19 Lynden Road. The committee is asked to confirm and uphold the order. The meeting also includes routine items like roll call, minutes, and updates.

• Appeal by John Strickland of JJAB Properties Ltd. regarding Property Standards Order #16-24, 2024-340
• Property at 19 Lynden Road, Brantford, ON
• Recommendation to confirm and uphold the order
• Approval of April 25, 2024 committee minutes

The Property Standards Committee quashed an order issued to JJAB Properties Ltd. regarding nuisance exterior lighting. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting.

• Quashed Property Standards Order #16-24 for 19 Lynden Road (Carried)
• Approved April 25, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee

The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee is meeting to consider an auditor's report regarding Mr. Dave Wrobel (item 2024-363). The agenda includes presentations from the auditor, applicant, and candidate, followed by a decision on the report. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

• Consideration of Municipal Elections Compliance Auditor's Report re: Mr. Dave Wrobel, 2024-363
• Presentation by auditor on previously submitted report
• Opportunity for applicant, candidate, or third-party advertiser to present
• Approval of minutes from September 6, 2023 meeting

The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee reviewed an auditor's report regarding candidate Dave Wrobel. After a closed session, the committee voted to recommend commencing legal proceedings, citing reasonable grounds that Wrobel contravened the Municipal Elections Act. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes from September 2023.

• Approved motion to move in-camera to review auditor's report (Carried)
• Recommended commencing legal proceedings against candidate Dave Wrobel (Carried)
• Approved minutes from September 6, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Public Consultation Task Force

The Public Consultation Task Force is meeting to consider a staff report on updating the Community Involvement Framework through an engagement campaign, with a proposed $5,000 budget from the Council Priorities Reserve. The task force will also review minutes from its March 4, 2024 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Update to Community Involvement Framework – Engagement Campaign (2024-345) with $5,000 financial impact
• Proposed funding from Council Priorities Reserve (RF0558)
• Staff directed to report back to Task Force with campaign findings in October 2024
• Approval of March 4, 2024 meeting minutes

The Public Consultation Task Force approved a $5,000 engagement campaign to be funded through the Council Priorities Reserve. Staff were directed to implement the campaign and report findings back to the Task Force in February 2025.

• Approved $5,000 for Community Involvement Framework - Engagement Campaign
• Directed staff to report findings of the campaign in February 2025
• Directed staff to investigate holding events at 10 specific locations including Lynden Park Mall and Public Library
• Approved March 4, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to consider two zoning by-law amendments that would allow new mixed-use developments: a 9- and 16-storey project at 310-320 North Park Street and a 6-storey building with 20 units at 75-79 Erie Avenue. Both items are statutory public meetings, meaning the committee will hear public input before deciding. The rest of the agenda is routine, including minutes and administrative items.

• Zoning amendment PZ-01-24 for 310-320 North Park St to rezone from C10 to C10-8 for a 9-storey and 16-storey mixed-use building
• Zoning amendment PZ-16-23 for 75-79 Erie Ave to rezone from F-C8-19 to H-F-C8-106 for a 6-storey mixed-use building with 148 m² ground-floor commercial and 20 dwelling units
• Holding provision on Erie Ave property to be removed only after streetscaping plan and servicing report conditions are met
• Approval of April 18, 2024 Planning Committee minutes

The Committee approved a rezoning for two mixed-use buildings on North Park Street but refused a similar application for Erie Avenue. The Committee also passed a resolution supporting a 'use it or lose it' tool for stalled developments under Bill 185.

• Approved rezoning of 310-320 North Park St for one 9-storey and one 16-storey mixed-use buildings (6-0)
• Refused rezoning of 75-79 Erie Ave for a 6-storey mixed-use building (4-1)
• Approved resolution supporting 'use it or lose it' tool in Bill 185 and requested expansion to zoning approvals (5-0)
• Approved April 18, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will receive reports on a departmental review strategy and an update on capital projects, including a request to approve additional funding allocations and a non-competitive procurement for a steel antenna structure. It will also receive a first-quarter casino update and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Capital projects update with net four-year impact of $18,500,152 (Report 2024-267)
• Non-competitive procurement for steel support antenna structure with Landmark Municipal Services ULC, upset limit $300,000
• Departmental Review Strategy (Report 2024-263)
• 1st Quarter Casino Update with revenue of -$959,147 (Report 2024-293)
• Approval of Finance Committee minutes from April 17, 2024

The committee approved additional capital project funding allocations and a non-competitive procurement contract for a steel support antenna structure. Reports on the 1st Quarter Casino Update and Departmental Review Strategy were also received.

• Approved non-competitive procurement for steel support antenna structure with Landmark Municipal Services ULC up to $300,000 (6-0)
• Approved additional capital project funding allocations per Table-1 (6-0)
• Received 1st Quarter Casino Update report 2024-293 (6-0)
• Received Departmental Review Strategy report 2024-263 (6-0)
• Received update on capital projects report 2024-267 (6-0)

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Committee of the Whole will consider several policy items, including approving a work program to update the Brownfield Sites Community Improvement Plan, authorizing a non-competitive procurement for a NG9-1-1 data recorder, and recognizing accessibility award nominees. Council will also debate resolutions on integrating the Brant County Health Unit into city administration, exploring a city-owned family medicine clinic, and requesting a provincial review of municipal finances.

• Approve work program to update Brownfield Sites Community Improvement Plan (Report 2024-255), report back by Q2 2025
• Authorize non-competitive procurement for NG9-1-1 data recorder up to $200,000 (excluding HST) with NICE Public Safety
• Approve 2024 Accessibility Awards nominees including Shawn Erd, Food Basics on King George Rd., Tom Bentley, Amanda Henze, and Crossing All Bridges Learning Centre
• Direct staff to review integrating Brant County Health Unit into city administration, estimated to save over $2 million annually
• Direct CAO to review city-owned spaces (177 Colborne St. West, 58 Dalhousie St, 99 Wayne Gretzky Parkway) for a family medicine clinic

The committee opposed the merger of the Brant County Health Unit with the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit and directed staff to review integrating the health unit into city administration. Council also ordered a review of city-owned spaces to potentially host a family medicine clinic. Additionally, a $200,000 non-competitive procurement for a fire department data recorder was approved.

• Approved $200,000 non-competitive procurement for NG9-1-1 data recorder (10-0)
• Opposed Brant County Health Unit merger with Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (9-1)
• Directed staff to review integrating Brant County Health Unit into city administration (9-1)
• Directed CAO to review city-owned space and budgeting for a family medicine clinic (10-0)
• Approved work program to update Brownfield Sites Community Improvement Plan (10-0)
• Approved 2024 Accessibility Awards Program nominees (10-0)
• Waived policy requirements to induct William Muirhead into the Wall of Recognition (10-0)
• Requested Province of Ontario undertake a municipal social and economic prosperity review (10-0)

Special City Council

This is a special meeting of Brantford City Council. The only substantive item is a motion to move in-camera (closed to the public) to discuss an update on a workplace investigation and policy review, citing litigation and solicitor-client privilege. No other business is scheduled.

• Motion to move in-camera for item 3.1: Update on Workplace Investigation and Policy Review (2024-343)

Council moved into a private in-camera session to discuss a workplace investigation and policy review. Mayor Davis declared a conflict of interest and did not participate in the vote to move in-camera.

• Approved motion to move in-camera for Update on Workplace Investigation and Policy Review - 2024-343 (8-0)

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board is meeting to receive the May 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report, which includes updates on real estate, facilities, and airport management, along with a commercial hangar business case. The board will also move in-camera to discuss the Airport Management Contract Renewal, which involves negotiations. Minutes from the April 15, 2024 meeting are on the consent agenda.

• May 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024-300) to be received
• Appendix A: Commercial Hanger Business Case
• Airport Management Contract Renewal (in-camera)
• Minutes of April 15, 2024 meeting

The Board declared the position previously held by Mayor Bailey vacant. The City Clerk was directed to request a new Council member appointment from Brant County.

• Declared committee member Mayor Bailey's position vacant
• Directed City Clerk to request a new member of Council from Brant County
• Approved April 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Received May 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024-300)
• Moved in-camera to consider Airport Management Contract Renewal

Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review and comment on a site plan control application for 221 Henry Street, receive an update on the Animal Care Facility project, and approve nominees for the 2024 City of Brantford Accessibility Awards. The committee will also consider minutes from its March 14, 2024 meeting. The meeting is held in hybrid format.

• Site Plan Control Application for 221 Henry Street (SPC-10-2024) for review and comment
• Animal Care Facility Project Update (Report 2024-315)
• 2024 City of Brantford Accessibility Award Nominees (Report 2024-307)
• Approval of awardees to be recognized at Diversity and Inclusion Event, June 1, 2024 at Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre
• Minutes of March 14, 2024 meeting

The committee approved five individuals and organizations for the 2024 Accessibility Awards Program. These awardees will be recognized at an Accessibility Expo on June 1, 2024. The committee also received reports on a site plan application and an animal care facility update.

• Approved 2024 Accessibility Award nominees: Shawn Erb, Food Basics on King George Rd., Tom Bentley, Amanda Henze, and Crossing All Bridges Learning Centre (Carried)
• Approved recognition of awardees at the June 1, 2024 Accessibility Expo (Carried)
• Received Report 2024-266 regarding Site Plan Control Application for 221 Henry Street (Carried)
• Received Staff Report 2024-315 regarding Animal Care Facility Project Update (Carried)
• Approved minutes from March 14, 2024 meeting (Carried)

Social Services Committee

The Social Services Committee is meeting to consider the Reaching Home Investment Plan 2024-25, a report on federal homelessness funding. The committee will vote on whether to receive the report and direct staff to implement its recommendations. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes from the previous meeting.

• Reaching Home Investment Plan 2024-25 (Report 2024-165) — staff directed to implement recommendations in Section 9.1
• Resolution to forward final resolution and report to County of Brant, MP Larry Brock, and MP Bryan May
• Approval of minutes from April 10, 2024 Social Services Committee meeting

Brantford's Social Services Committee received Report 2024-165, the Reaching Home Investment Plan 2024-25, and directed staff to implement its recommendations. An amendment carried directing the mayors of Brantford and County of Brant to advocate for increased federal Reaching Home funding, and the Clerk to write to federal and provincial governments seeking higher homelessness program funding. The meeting adjourned at 9:53 a.m.

• Approved consent and consideration items 5.1-6.1 (carried)
• Received Report 2024-165 Reaching Home Investment Plan 2024-25 (carried)
• Directed staff to implement recommendations in Section 9.1 of Report 2024-165 (carried)
• Directed Clerk to forward final resolution and staff report to County of Brant, MP Larry Brock, and MP Bryan May (carried)
• Amendment carried: mayors of Brantford and County of Brant to advocate for increased federal Reaching Home funding (carried)
• Directed Clerk to draft correspondence requesting federal and provincial increases to homelessness funding streams including Reaching Home and the Homelessness Prevention Program (carried)
• Item 5.1 as amended carried

Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors will receive a report on the 2024 Annual General Meeting, approve the 2023 audited financial statements, receive the auditor's management report, and schedule the AGM for June 5, 2024. The board will also consider minutes from its April 10, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of 2023 audited financial statements (Appendix A)
• Receipt of Auditor's 2023 Management Report (Appendix B)
• Scheduling of Annual General Meeting for June 5, 2024
• Minutes of April 10, 2024 board meeting

The Board approved the 2023 Audited Financial Statements and the scheduling of the Annual General Meeting for June 5, 2024. The Board also received the 2023 Management Report and approved the minutes from the April 10, 2024 meeting.

• Approved 2023 Audited Financial Statements (Carried)
• Approved Annual General Meeting date for June 5, 2024 (Carried)
• Received 2023 Management Report (Carried)
• Approved April 10, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Citizen’s Remuneration Review Committee

The Citizen's Remuneration Review Committee is meeting to discuss a follow-up report on council remuneration (Report 2024-273) and to provide comments for a future staff report. The agenda includes receiving the report, reviewing a draft council workload survey, and attendance reports. The meeting is largely procedural, with no decisions listed beyond receiving the report and including committee comments.

• Follow-up to Report 2024-120 re Council Remuneration (Report 2024-273)
• Draft Brantford Council survey re workload
• 2023 Council and Committee Attendance Report
• 2023 Brantford Council Meeting Attendance Chart
• Approval of March 7, 2024 committee minutes

The Citizen's Remuneration Review Committee voted to receive Report 2024-273, a follow-up to Report 2024-120 on Council remuneration, and to include three committee comments in future staff reports: reviewing market comparators for part-time hours, hourly rates and benefits; surveying Council members with qualitative questions such as drivers for engagement; and providing the finance committee's Council spending report to the committee. The committee also approved the minutes of its March 7, 2024 meeting. No resolutions or notices of motion were brought forward, and the meeting adjourned at 3:29 p.m.

• Received Report 2024-273, follow-up to Report 2024-120 on Council remuneration (carried)
• Added committee comments to future staff reports: review market comparators for part-time hours, hourly rates and benefits (carried)
• Added committee comment: survey Council members, including qualitative questions such as drivers for engagement (carried)
• Added committee comment: provide the finance committee's Council spending report to the committee (carried)
• Approved minutes of the March 7, 2024 Citizen Remuneration Committee meeting (carried)

Brant and Brantford Local Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Brant and Brantford Local Housing Corporation board will receive and approve its unaudited 2023 financial statements and schedule its Annual General Meeting for May 28, 2024, during Brantford City Council. The board will also receive reports on the Sunrise Villa water system and a fire update, and consider minutes from the April 10, 2024 meeting.

• Approve 2023 unaudited financial statements (Appendix A)
• Call 2024 Annual General Meeting for May 28, 2024 at Brantford City Hall
• Appoint officers: President (Mayor), Vice-President (Chair of Social Services Committee), CEO (CAO), Treasurer (City Treasurer), Secretary (City Clerk)
• Receive Sunrise Villa 2023 Annual Water System Report (2024-257)
• Receive Sunrise Villa Fire Update (2024-286)

The Board approved the unaudited Statement of Financial Position for the year ended December 31, 2023, and scheduled the Shareholder's Annual General Meeting. The Board also appointed officers for the Local Housing Corporation and received reports regarding Sunrise Villa.

• Approved unaudited Statement of Financial Position for year ended Dec 31, 2023
• Scheduled Shareholder’s Annual General Meeting for May 28, 2024
• Appointed LHC Officers including Mayor as President and City Treasurer as Treasurer
• Received Sunrise Villa 2023 Annual Water System Report
• Received Sunrise Villa Fire Update report

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole - Operations is reviewing several reports and resolutions, including funding for emergency repairs at the Civic Centre, a shared services short list with the County, and a resolution to explore integrating the Brant County Health Unit into the city. They will also consider a notice of motion to study using city-owned space for a family medicine clinic. The agenda includes consent items on drinking water quality and the corporate energy plan.

• Civic Centre emergency repairs funded at $152,439.02 from Capital Funding Envelope Reserve (RF0556)
• Police Station Task Force: waive building fees and fund $2,131,000 for Net Zero Carbon via debentures
• Resolution to direct staff to review integrating Brant County Health Unit into city administration
• Notice of motion to review city-owned properties (177 Colborne St. West, 58 Dalhousie St, 99 Wayne Gretzky Pkwy) for a family medicine clinic
• Joint City-County shared services: remove physician recruitment and intimate partner violence, move transportation and transit items to Group B

The Committee of the Whole - Operations approved an additional $2,131,000 in debenture financing for the Brantford Police Service Facility Redevelopment Project to achieve Net Zero Carbon, and directed staff to waive and reimburse building department fees for the project. The committee also approved funding $152,439.02 in Civic Centre emergency repair costs from the Capital Funding Envelope Reserve, and directed staff on various joint city-county shared services items. A resolution on integrating the Brant County Health Unit did not receive a mover or seconder and was not considered; a notice of motion on a medical clinic was read but not decided.

• Approved $2,131,000 additional debenture funding for police facility Net Zero Carbon (9-0)
• Directed staff to waive and reimburse Brantford Police Reconstruction Project building department fees (9-0)
• Approved $152,439.02 Civic Centre emergency repairs funded from Capital Funding Envelope Reserve (9-0)
• Directed staff to recommend removing Group A items from Joint Services Committee mandate (9-0)
• Directed staff to remove Physician Recruitment shared service and request County of Brant recuse its seat (9-0)
• Directed staff to remove proposed shared services of Intimate Partner Violence and New Brantford General Hospital (9-0)
• Directed staff to move Transportation and Transit items to Group B with October 2024 reporting timeline (9-0)
• Health Unit integration resolution not considered due to lack of mover and seconder

Committee of Adjustment

The Brantford Committee of Adjustment approved nine applications on May 1, 2024. These included minor variances for residential additions, height increases, and parking relief, as well as consent applications for lot severances and boundary adjustments. All decisions were carried unanimously, with one member recusing himself from a single item due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved front yard setback variance for 27 Brier Place (6-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance for 318 Gillespie Drive (6-0)
• Approved lot severance and boundary adjustment for 70-73 Wadsworth Street (6-0)
• Approved height variance for 415-417 Colborne St. mixed-use building (6-0)
• Approved lot severance for 33 Hampton St. and 848 Colborne St. (5-0, one recusal)
• Approved converted dwelling variance for 93 West Street (6-0)
• Approved ADU height and parking variances for 131 Arthur Street (6-0)
• Approved easement and parking variance for 1 and 3 Hart Street (6-0)

Special City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a brief public portion followed by a closed (in-camera) session. Council will consider three confidential items: the sale of land on Strickland Avenue to Grand Erie District School Board, a request for direction on 2008 injunction litigation, and a report from the Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Task Force. No public decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Sale of lands on Strickland Avenue to Grand Erie District School Board (2024-289)
• Request for direction regarding 2008 Injunction Litigation (2024-303)
• Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Task Force Report #2024-04-24

The Brantford City Council voted unanimously to move in-camera (closed session) to discuss three confidential items. The agenda included a proposed land sale to the Grand Erie District School Board, direction on 2008 injunction litigation, and a recruitment task force report. No public decisions were made on these items during the open session.

• Moved in-camera for confidential items (10-0)
• Agenda included land sale to Grand Erie District School Board
• Agenda included 2008 injunction litigation direction
• Agenda included Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Task Force report
• Council adjourned at 4:41 p.m.

City Council

Brantford City Council is meeting to consider committee reports, ratify a tentative collective agreement with CUPE Local 181, and approve funding for public transit. The agenda includes several proclamations, a presentation on the Special Olympics, and various administrative items.

• Ratification of CUPE Local 181 collective agreement renewal (2023-2027)
• Letter of Agreement for Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for Public Transportation ($1,432,632)
• Preliminary 2023 Year-end Variance Report ($4,003,016)
• Zoning By-law Amendment at 50 Market Street South
• Zoning By-law Amendments and Draft Plan of Subdivision at 297 and 339 Erie Avenue

Council approved the sale of 50% ownership of 10 Strickland Ave for $3,579,100. The city also approved several zoning amendments for mixed-use and residential developments and authorized funding for a Phil Hartman commemorative mural.

• Approved sale of 50% ownership of 10 Strickland Ave to Grand Erie District School Board for $3,579,100 (10-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for mixed-use development at 50 Market Street South (7-3)
• Approved zoning amendments for townhouse developments at 297 Erie Avenue (7-3)
• Authorized up to $85,000 from Public Art and Council Priorities reserves for a Phil Hartman mural (8-2)
• Approved $400,000 from Roads and Related Reserve for road design on Brant Avenue and Clarence Street (9-0)
• Approved 5-year animal licensing agreement with DocuPet and voluntary cat licensing (10-0)
• Ratified CUPE Local 181 collective agreement for 2023-2027 (10-0)
• Directed staff to review integrating Brant County Health Unit into city administration (9-1)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee is meeting to consider and vote on proposed or completed alterations to several properties designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, including 73 George Street, 108-112 George Street, 235 Brant Avenue (St. Joseph's Church), and an amendment to a permit for 200 Clarence Street (Greenwood Cemetery). The committee will also review heritage impact assessments for 299 Mount Pleasant Road and 75-79 Erie Avenue and forward comments to staff. The meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call, minutes, and adjournment.

• Proposed alteration to 73 George Street (HA-02-24) – approval recommended
• Proposed alteration to 108-112 George Street (HA-03-24) – approval recommended
• Completed alterations to 235 Brant Avenue, St. Joseph's Church (HA-04-24) – approval recommended
• Heritage Impact Assessment for 299 Mount Pleasant Road (PZ-05-24) – comments to staff
• Amendment to Heritage Permit HA-05-23 for 200 Clarence Street (Greenwood Cemetery)

The Brantford Heritage Committee approved heritage permit applications for alterations at 73 George Street (replace damaged concrete windowsills with granite) and 108-112 George Street (restore double-brick wall damaged by a vehicle). It also approved completed alterations at 235 Brant Avenue (St. Joseph's Church) and forwarded comments on heritage impact assessments for 299 Mount Pleasant Road and 75-79 Erie Avenue. A proposed amendment to an approved heritage permit for 200 Clarence Street (Greenwood Cemetery) was deferred for one meeting cycle. All motions carried; no recorded votes were taken.

• Approved Heritage Permit Application HA-02-24 for alterations at 73 George Street (replace damaged concrete windowsills with granite) — Carried
• Approved Heritage Permit Application HA-03-24 for alterations at 108-112 George Street (restore double-brick wall damaged by a vehicle) — Carried
• Approved Heritage Permit Application HA-04-24 for completed alterations at 235 Brant Avenue, St. Joseph's Church — Carried
• Received Heritage Impact Assessment for 299 Mount Pleasant Road and forwarded comment recommending vibration studies — Carried
• Received Heritage Impact Assessment for 75-79 Erie Avenue and forwarded comments requesting retention of historical features, a vibration study, and outlining building orientation and site coverage — Carried
• Deferred proposed amendment to approved Heritage Permit HA-05-23 for 200 Clarence Street (Greenwood Cemetery) for one meeting cycle — Carried
• Approved minutes of the March 25, 2024 meeting — Carried

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will hear three appeals from property owners contesting property standards orders issued by the city. The committee will vote on whether to confirm and uphold each order. The meeting also includes roll call, conflict of interest declarations, approval of previous minutes, and other routine procedural items.

• Appeal by Bimaljit Singh Mann regarding Property Standards Order #10-24 for 450 King George Road
• Appeal by Soul Real Estate Inc. regarding Property Standards Order #01-24 for 16-18 King Street
• Appeal by David Ridout and Pamela Johnston regarding Property Standards Order #07-24 for 56-58 Colborne Street West
• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2024 meeting

The Property Standards Committee confirmed and upheld three separate property standards orders for residences on King George Road, King Street, and Colborne Street West. The committee granted each property owner an extension of time to correct outstanding building and safety deficiencies.

• Upheld Order #10-24 for 450 King George Road and granted extension to July 31, 2024
• Upheld Order #01-24 for 16-18 King Street and granted extension to November 15, 2024
• Upheld Order #07-24 for 56-58 Colborne Street West and granted extension to July 31, 2024
• Approved minutes from the January 25, 2024 meeting

Joint City-County Shared Services Committee

The Joint City-County Shared Services Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially direct staff on several shared services items. They will consider a background update, a short list of shared services priorities, a physician recruitment program and action plan, and a review of vehicle-for-hire opportunities. The committee may direct staff to remove some items from the mandate, set timelines for others, and report back on vehicle-for-hire coordination in Q2 2025.

• Direct staff to recommend removing Group A items from Joint Services Committee mandate
• Direct staff to recommend timelines for Group B items including Brantford General Hospital funding
• Receive Community Physician Recruitment 2023 Program and 2024 Action Plan (no financial impact)
• Direct staff to review vehicle-for-hire requirements in both municipalities for coordination or shared service
• Approve minutes from October 30, 2023 meeting

Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee is meeting to approve minutes from previous sessions and to move in-camera to consider appointing citizen members to the Municipal Services Corporation for Tourism Board of Directors. The only substantive action is the closed-door appointment; the rest of the agenda is routine approvals.

• Appointment of citizen members to the Municipal Services Corporation for Tourism Board of Directors (in-camera, citing personal matters)
• Approval of minutes from February 26, March 21, and March 25, 2024 meetings (including private and confidential versions)

The committee approved the minutes from eight previous meetings held in February and March 2024. The committee moved in-camera to discuss the appointment of citizen members to the Municipal Services Corporation for Tourism Board of Directors.

• Approved minutes from February 26, March 21, and March 25, 2024 (Carried)
• Moved in-camera to consider appointment of citizen members to the Municipal Services Corporation for Tourism Board of Directors (Carried)

Major Sports Team Liaison Committee

The Major Sports Team Liaison Committee is meeting to receive a staff update on its work with Brantford's major sports teams. The agenda includes a report on committee activities, meeting notes with local teams, and a work plan. The only action item is to receive the staff report; no decisions on funding or policy are listed.

• Receive Staff Report 2024-264 on Major Sports Team Liaison Committee Update
• Appendix A: Meeting with Brantford Warriors (Sept 21, 2023)
• Appendix B: Meeting with Brantford Red Sox (Sept 26, 2023)
• Appendix C: Meeting with Brantford Bandits (Jan 17, 2024)
• Appendix D: Major Sports Team Work Plan

The committee approved the minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting. Members also received Staff Report 2024-264 regarding a Major Sports Team Liaison Committee Update.

• Approved February 20, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received Staff Report 2024-264 'Major Sports Team Liaison Committee Update' (Carried)

Police Station Task Force

The Brantford Police Station Task Force is meeting to receive an update on the Brantford Police Service Facility Redevelopment Project and to consider directing staff to reimburse and waive building department fees for the reconstruction project. The agenda also includes roll call, declarations of interest, delegations, and approval of previous minutes.

• Staff Report 2024-253 – Brantford Police Services Facility Redevelopment Project Update
• Motion to reimburse all Brantford Police Reconstruction Project Building Department fees already paid
• Motion to waive future Brantford Police Reconstruction Project Building Department fees
• Approval of minutes from February 5, 2024 meeting

The Police Station Task Force received an update on the Brantford Police Service facility redevelopment. They approved an amendment to fund an additional $2,131,000 for Net Zero Carbon construction using debentures. The group also directed staff to reimburse previously paid building department fees and waive future fees for the project.

• Received staff report 2024-253 on police facility redevelopment
• Directed reimbursement of paid building department fees
• Waived future building department fees for police reconstruction
• Approved $2,131,000 funding from debentures for Net Zero Carbon budget
• Approved February 5, 2024 task force minutes

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is holding statutory public meetings and considering two zoning by-law amendments. The first would rezone land at 50 Market Street South for a large mixed-use development. The second involves rezoning and a draft plan of subdivision for townhouses at 297 and 339 Erie Avenue. The committee will also consider traffic controls for Brantwest Phase 2 and a pre-servicing agreement for West Brant Heights Phase 2.

• Zoning amendment PZ-19-23 for 50 Market St S, 22 Market St S, and 78 Icomm Dr to allow mixed-use development with 163,062 sq m GFA
• Zoning amendments PZ-06-22 and PZ-07-22 for 297 and 339 Erie Ave to permit 37 street townhouses, 123 block townhouses, and 8 street townhouses
• Draft plan of subdivision 29T-22501 for 297 Erie Ave to be presented to Council later
• Approval of stop controls and amendments to Traffic By-law 37-83 for Brantwest Phase 2 subdivision
• Pre-servicing agreement between City and Shellbrant Developments Ltd. for West Brant Heights Phase 2

The Planning Committee approved a zoning amendment for a large mixed-use development at 50 Market Street South, subject to servicing and environmental conditions. They also approved zoning changes for townhouse developments at 297 Erie Avenue, with the subdivision plan deferred to Council. Stop controls for the Brantwest Phase 2 subdivision were also approved.

• Approved zoning amendment for 50 Market Street South mixed-use development (5-1)
• Approved zoning amendments for 297 Erie Avenue townhouse developments (6-0)
• Deferred Draft Plan of Subdivision for 297 Erie Avenue to Council
• Approved stop controls for Brantwest Phase 2 Subdivision intersections
• Approved West Brant Heights Phase 2 Pre-Servicing Agreement for execution
• Approved minutes from March 7, 2024 Planning Committee meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to consider several financial reports and agreements. Key items include approving a letter of agreement for $1,432,632 in provincial gas tax funds for public transportation, establishing non-material lease categories for 2024, and receiving the preliminary 2023 yearend variance report showing a $4,003,016 financial impact. The committee will also review the 2023 development charges reserve fund continuity report and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Letter of Agreement for 2023-2024 Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for Public Transportation Program from Ministry of Transportation ($1,432,632)
• Financing Lease Policy – Establish Non-Material Lease Categories for 2024 (no financial impact)
• Preliminary 2023 Yearend Variance Report ($4,003,016 financial impact)
• 2023 Development Charges Reserve Fund Continuity Report and Treasurer’s Statement for Cash in Lieu of Parkland Reserve Fund (no financial impact)
• Approval of Finance Committee minutes from March 6, 2024

The committee approved a letter of agreement for public transportation gas tax funds and established non-material lease categories for 2024. Members also received the preliminary 2023 yearend variance report and the 2023 development charges reserve fund report.

• Approved $1,432,632 gas tax funds for Public Transportation Program (5-0)
• Approved establishment of Non-Material Lease Categories for 2024 (5-0)
• Received Preliminary 2023 Yearend Variance Report with $4,003,016 impact (6-0)
• Received 2023 Development Charges Reserve Fund Continuity Report (4-1)

Special City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a brief public portion (roll call, declarations, and a motion to move in-camera) followed by a closed session. Council will discuss four confidential items: a revised mandate for negotiations with the Brantford Professional Firefighters (BPFFA), a tentative collective agreement settlement with CUPE Local 181, an opioid class action, and an unsolicited offer for property on Fairview Drive. No public decisions are scheduled.

• Revised mandate for negotiations with Brantford Professional Firefighters (BPFFA) - 2024-166
• Tentative settlement with CUPE OWB and Housing - Local 181, collective agreement 2023-2027 - 2024-195
• Opioid class action - 2024-265
• Unsolicited offer for property on Fairview Drive - 2024-208

Brantford City Council held a special meeting on April 16, 2024, and voted 8-0 to move in-camera to discuss four confidential items: a revised mandate for negotiations with the Brantford Professional Firefighters (BPFFA), a tentative settlement with CUPE OWB and Housing - Local 181 on a collective agreement renewal for 2023 to 2027, an opioid class action, and an unsolicited offer for property on Fairview Drive. No decisions on those items were recorded in open session. Council reconvened in open session and adjourned at 4:39 p.m. No declarations of pecuniary interest were made.

• Moved in-camera to consider four confidential items (8-0)
• Adjourned at 4:39 p.m. after reconvening in open session

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Committee of the Whole – Planning and Administration is meeting to consider several reports and motions, including a new animal licensing program, a lease for the Canadian Military Heritage Museum, and a request to extend the provincial heritage designation deadline. The committee will also discuss a proposed $85,000 public art project for Phil Hartman and a review of city committees. The agenda includes both items for decision and consent items, as well as resolutions from council members.

• Domestic Animal Licensing Program: 5-year agreement with DocuPet, voluntary cat licensing
• Lease to Canadian Military Heritage Museum: 10-year term with 10-year renewal option
• Phil Hartman mural: up to $42,500 from Public Art Reserve and $42,500 from Council Priorities Reserve
• Request to extend Ontario Heritage Act deadline for 555 listed properties from 2025 to 2030
• Ontario 55+ Summer Games final report: surplus of $82,016.71 to be distributed

The Committee approved funding for a public art project commemorating Phil Hartman and directed staff to investigate limits on converting rental apartments to condominiums. Other actions included disbanding the Vision Zero Road Safety Committee and approving a new domestic animal licensing agreement.

• Approved up to $85,000 for a Phil Hartman mural (10-0)
• Directed staff to investigate limiting rental-to-condo conversions (8-2)
• Disbanded the Vision Zero Road Safety Committee (7-3)
• Approved 5-year animal licensing agreement with DocuPet (9-1)
• Approved 10+10 year lease for Canadian Military Heritage Museum (10-0)
• Approved appointment of KPMG as auditors for GrandBridge Corporation (10-0)
• Requested Ontario government extend Heritage Act deadline to 2030 (6-4)
• Approved transferring $82,016.71 Ontario 55+ Summer Games surplus (10-0)

Brantford Airport Board

The Board received the April 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report and approved the minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting. Updates were provided regarding hangar vacancies, a closed hangar tender, and new flight path and time commitments from a helicopter school.

• Received April 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (Carried)
• Approved March 18, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee

This is the agenda for the Brantford Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee meeting on April 12, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. No substantive business is described in the provided text.

Social Services Committee

The Brantford Social Services Committee is meeting to receive updates and decide on several items, including a 2024 update on the 'Building Our Community From the Kids Up' initiative, a housing stability services update, a governance review of the Brantford Brant Local Housing Corporation, and a report on funding sources for homelessness programs. The committee will also consider a proposed contract extension with Grand River Estates for housing stability services.

• Proposed contract extension with Grand River Estates up to $314,140 annually, funded by provincial Homelessness Prevention Program grant
• Governance review recommending voluntary dissolution of the Brantford Brant Local Housing Corporation by December 31, 2024
• 2024 update on 'Building Our Community From the Kids Up' initiative
• Report on financial funding sources for housing stability (homelessness) programs
• Service manager notification regarding potential funding impact from federal government

The Social Services Committee approved receiving several staff reports and directed the City Clerk to forward final resolutions and reports to the County of Brant. Staff were directed to extend the existing contract with Grand River Estates to an upset limit of $314,140 annually, fully funded by Homelessness Prevention Program provincial grant funding, to allow for a wind down plan. Staff were also directed to take steps to prepare for the voluntary dissolution of the Brantford Brant Local Housing Corporation on or about December 31, 2024. An amendment directed the City Clerk to send a letter to specified MPPs and MPs requesting consistent federal and provincial funding for affordable housing development.

• Approved receiving report 2024-63 Building Our Community From the Kids Up: 2024 Update
• Approved receiving report 2024-164 Housing Stability Services Update and directed staff to extend contract with Grand River Estates to an upset limit of $314,140 annually, funded by Homelessness Prevention Program grant
• Approved receiving report 2024-149 Governance Review of the Brantford Brant Local Housing Corporation and directed staff to prepare for voluntary dissolution on or about December 31, 2024
• Approved receiving report 2024-228 Financial Funding Sources for Housing Stability (Homelessness) Programs
• Approved receiving report 2024-239 2024 Scheduled Social Services Committee Reports
• Approved receiving report 2024-248 Service Manager Notification – Potential Funding Impact
• Approved amendment directing City Clerk to send a letter to MPP Will Bouma, MPP Brian Riddell, MPP Ernie Hardeman, MP Larry Brock, and MP Bryan May requesting consistent federal and provincial funding for affordable housing development
• Approved minutes from March 6, 2024 Social Services Committee meeting

Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors is meeting to receive its fourth quarter report for October-December 2023 and approve minutes from its February 7, 2024 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new decisions or proposals beyond accepting the report and minutes.

• Fourth Quarter Report (October-December 2023), Report 2024-156
• Appendix A: BMNP Q4 2023 Report
• Appendix B: BMNP Q4 2023 Arrears Report
• Appendix C: BMNP Q4 2023 Quarter Budget to Actuals Statement
• Minutes of February 7, 2024 board meeting

The Board of Directors approved the consent agenda, which included receiving the fourth quarter report for October through December 2023. The minutes from the February 7, 2024, meeting were also approved.

• Received Fourth Quarter Report (October-December 2023) (Carried)
• Approved February 7, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Brant and Brantford Local Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Brant and Brantford Local Housing Corporation Board of Directors is meeting to receive its fourth quarter report for October–December 2023 and to approve the minutes from its December 6, 2023 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Receive Q4 2023 report (Report 2024-123) with appendices on arrears
• Direct City Clerk to forward report to County of Brant
• Approve minutes of December 6, 2023 board meeting

The Brant and Brantford Local Housing Corporation Board approved all consent items, including the minutes from the December 6, 2023 meeting. The board received the Fourth Quarter Report (October–December 2023) and directed the City Clerk to forward the resolution to the County of Brant. No other substantive decisions, resolutions, or motions were made.

• Approved all consent items (5.1-5.2) as a single motion
• Approved minutes from December 6, 2023 meeting
• Received Fourth Quarter Report (Oct-Dec 2023)
• Directed City Clerk to forward resolution to County of Brant

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole - Operations is deciding on several items, including adding fire routes for two properties, funding road designs for Brant Avenue and Clarence Street, and directing staff to report on a commercial hangar at the airport. A notice of motion proposes a public art mural for Phil Hartman with up to $85,000 in funding. The agenda also includes routine consent items like minutes.

• Amend Parking by-law 144-88 to add fire routes for 793 Colborne Street and 79 Market Street South
• Fund $200,000 for Brant Avenue road design (Dalhousie to Colborne) from Roads and Related Reserve (RF0537)
• Fund $200,000 for Clarence Street road design (Dalhousie to Colborne) from Roads and Related Reserve (RF0537)
• Direct staff to report on costs and timelines for a commercial hangar at Brantford Airport
• Proposed Phil Hartman mural on Sanderson Centre east wall, funded up to $42,500 from Public Art Reserve (RF0507) and $42,500 from Council Priorities Reserve (RF0558)

The Committee approved funding for road designs on Brant Avenue and Clarence Street. It also authorized a public art project to commemorate Phil Hartman and directed staff to research commercial hangar costs for the airport.

• Approved $200,000 for Brant Avenue road design from Roads and Related Reserve (10-0)
• Approved $200,000 for Clarence Street road design from Roads and Related Reserve (10-0)
• Approved funding up to $85,000 for a Phil Hartman mural via Public Art and Council Priorities Reserves
• Approved adding fire routes for 793 Colborne Street and 79 Market Street South to Parking by-law 144-88 (10-0)
• Directed staff to report on costs and timelines for a commercial hangar and debenture financing (10-0)
• Approved sending a congratulatory letter to the Brantford Bulldogs organization (10-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Brantford Committee of Adjustment is holding statutory public meetings to decide on nine applications for minor variances and land severances (consents) under the Planning Act. Decisions range from approvals to refusals, with several properties seeking relief from zoning by-law requirements such as setbacks, lot sizes, and parking ratios.

• Refuse variances and consent at 111-113 Pearl Street (accessory coverage, rear yard setbacks, land transfer)
• Refuse variances and consent at 29 Elm Street (rear yard, parking, lot area/width, front yard)
• Approve consent at 72 Ava Road to sever 983.5 m² parcel
• Approve variance at 27 Brier Place for 3.8 m front yard setback (6 m required)
• Approve variance at 318 Gillespie Drive for 5 m rear yard setback (7 m required)

The Committee of Adjustment deferred three applications (27 Brier Place, 318 Gillespie Drive, 70-73 Wadsworth Street) to recirculate notices with the minimum circulation distance required by the Planning Act. It refused applications at 29 Elm Street (severance and variances) and 111-113 Pearl Street (variances and consent), and deferred the Pearl Street item up to two meeting cycles for staff consultation. The committee approved a severance at 72 Ava Road, a severance and variance at 12 Eastbourne Street, variances for a six-storey apartment at 40 Helen Avenue, and a severance and variance at 71 Anderson Road.

• Deferred applications A13-2024 (27 Brier Place), A18-2024 (318 Gillespie Drive), and B13-2024 (70-73 Wadsworth Street) to recirculate notices (5-0)
• Refused application A16-2024 and consent B16-2024 for 29 Elm Street (3-2)
• Deferred item 3.1 (111-113 Pearl Street) up to two meeting cycles to consult with staff; the underlying applications A15-2024 and B15-2024 were refused (5-0)
• Approved consent B12-2024 to sever 983.5 m2 at 72 Ava Road (4-1)
• Approved consent B14-2024 and variance A14-2024 for 12 Eastbourne Street (5-0)
• Approved variances A07-2024 for a six-storey, 50-unit apartment at 40 Helen Avenue (5-0)
• Approved consent B05-2023 and variance A11-2023 for 71 Anderson Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the March 7, 2024 meeting (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Brantford Committee of Adjustment met on April 2, 2024, to conduct roll call, declarations of conflict of interest, and training on the CloudPermit system. No substantive planning applications, rezonings, or variances were on the agenda. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

• CloudPermit training session
• Roll call and conflict of interest declarations

The meeting was used for procedural reviews and software training. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

City Council

Brantford City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including ratifying a collective agreement with IATSE Local 129, directing staff to study limiting rental-to-condo conversions, and amending the procedural by-law for notices of motion. The agenda also includes several proclamations, committee reports, and by-laws on fees, parking, and development.

• Ratify tentative settlement with IATSE Local 129 for renewal collective agreement (July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2027)
• Direct staff to investigate options to limit conversion of rental apartment buildings to condominium, report back Q3 2024
• Direct staff to amend Procedural By-law to remove requirement that Notices of Motion be referred to annual estimates process
• 174 Trillium Way Capital Budget Amendment with financial impact of $2,017,000
• 4th Quarter Casino Update with $1,327,192 revenue

City Council approved new downtown waste collection times and the installation of underground drop-off bins. Council also approved an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for office buildings at 107 Sinclair Boulevard and ratified a collective agreement with IATSE Local 129.

• Approved underground drop-off bins at Dalhousie St and King St with $45,000 installation funding (10-0)
• Approved Official Plan and Zoning amendments for two 3-storey office buildings at 107 Sinclair Boulevard
• Ratified renewal collective agreement with IATSE Local 129 (10-0)
• Approved $400,000 non-competitive procurement with GM BluePlan Engineering Limited for Master Servicing Plan Update
• Approved $2,017,000 capital budget amendment for 174 Trillium Way, funded by County of Brant
• Approved $1.85M upset limit for 2024-2025 corporate insurance with Intact Public Entities
• Approved redirection of Mayor's GRCA and Grandbridge Energy fees to local charities and United Way
• Approved $4,500 fee refund for the Brantford Polish Hall

Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee is meeting to conduct interviews for the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors. The only substantive item is a motion to move in-camera for these interviews, citing personal matters about identifiable individuals. The rest of the agenda is procedural (roll call, declarations, adjournment).

• In-camera interviews for Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors
• Meeting held in hybrid format at Charlie Ward Room, Brantford City Hall, 58 Dalhousie Street

The committee moved into a private in-camera session to consider confidential items. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Moved in-camera to consider private and confidential items (Carried)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee is meeting to consider several heritage-related items, including a proposed alteration to a designated property at 7 Egerton Street, a heritage impact assessment for 205-209 Mount Pleasant Road, and an update on the city's new zoning by-law. The committee will also discuss a neighbourhood consultation strategy for potential heritage conservation districts and a list of properties for potential designation. A notice of motion proposes requesting the province to extend the deadline for removing non-designated properties from the municipal heritage register.

• Proposed alteration to 7 Egerton Street, a Part IV designated property (Application HA-01-24)
• Heritage Impact Assessment for 205-209 Mount Pleasant Road (Files PZ-04-24 and 29T-24501)
• Information on City of Brantford's new Zoning By-law project
• Funding up to $1,500 for committee member attendance at 2024 Ontario Heritage Conference in Gravenhurst
• Notice of motion to request provincial amendment extending heritage register removal deadline to 2030

The Brantford Heritage Committee approved a heritage permit allowing the installation of an in-ground swimming pool and pool house at 7 Egerton Street. The Committee also passed a resolution requesting the Ontario government extend the deadline for removing non-designated properties from the heritage register from 2025 to 2030. Additionally, the Committee deferred a heritage impact assessment for 205-209 Mount Pleasant Road and approved funding for a member to attend a provincial heritage conference.

• Approved heritage permit for pool and pool house at 7 Egerton Street
• Passed resolution requesting 5-year extension of heritage register removal deadline
• Deferred Heritage Impact Assessment for 205-209 Mount Pleasant Road
• Approved up to $1,500 for member attendance at Ontario Heritage Conference
• Appointed Nathan Etherington as Chair and Leisah Jansen as Vice-Chair
• Received report on New Zoning By-law Project with comments forwarded to Staff
• Received report on Neighbourhood Consultation Strategy for Heritage Conservation Districts
• Approved minutes from January 29 and February 26, 2024 meetings

Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee is meeting to conduct interviews for the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors. The interviews will be held in-camera (closed to the public) under the personal matters exception. The rest of the agenda is procedural (roll call, declarations, adjournment).

• In-camera interviews for Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors
• Meeting held in hybrid format at Charlie Ward Room, Brantford City Hall, 58 Dalhousie Street

The committee moved into a private session to conduct interviews for the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors. No decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Moved in-camera to conduct interviews for the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will hear three appeals against property standards orders issued to owners of 450 King George Road, 16-18 King Street, and 56-58 Colborne Street West. The committee is being asked to confirm and uphold each order. The agenda also includes roll call, declarations of interest, approval of previous minutes, and other routine items.

• Appeal by Bimaljit Singh Mann regarding Property Standards Order #10-24 for 450 King George Road
• Appeal by Soul Real Estate Inc. regarding Property Standards Order #01-24 for 16-18 King Street
• Appeal by David Ridout and Pamela Johnston regarding Property Standards Order #07-24 for 56-58 Colborne Street West
• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2024 meeting

Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee will meet to conduct interviews for the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors. This portion of the meeting will be held in-camera to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals.

• Interviews for the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors

The committee met on March 21, 2024. The members voted to move in-camera to consider private and confidential items. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the public minutes.

• Approved motion to move in-camera for private and confidential items

Committee Review Task Force

The Committee Review Task Force is meeting to consider a staff report (2024-176) on the city's standing committees, advisory committees, and task forces. The report recommends directing staff to develop training, review mandates and compositions of specific committees, investigate consolidating appeals committees, and amend policies and by-laws. The task force will also receive minutes from its August 1, 2023 meeting.

• Direct staff to develop training for chairs, members, and liaisons of all committees
• Facilitate mandate review of Wall of Recognition Task Force and Southwest Task Force
• Review composition of Brantford Heritage Committee, Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee, and Southwest Taskforce
• Investigate an Appeals Committee consolidating Property Standards, Control of Vicious Dogs, and Trespass Appeal committees
• Amend Chapter 26 to allow council members to be appointed as chairs or vice-chairs of advisory committees

The Committee Review Task Force approved the disbanding of the Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee, the Southwest Task Force, and the Vision Zero Road Safety Committee. Staff were directed to review the mandates and compositions of several other committees and investigate consolidating three appeal committees into one.

• Approved minutes from August 1, 2023
• Disbanded Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee (6-1)
• Disbanded Vision Zero Road Safety Committee (6-1)
• Disbanded Southwest Task Force (7-0)
• Directed staff to review mandates of Finance Committee and Wall of Recognition Task Force (7-0)
• Directed staff to review composition of Brantford Heritage, Brantford Accessibility Advisory, and Southwest Task Force committees (7-0)
• Directed staff to investigate consolidating Property Standards, Control of Vicious Dogs, and Trespass Appeal committees into one Appeals Committee (7-0)
• Directed staff to amend Council Attendance Policy and Chapter 26 regarding committee chairs (7-0)

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration will consider several reports, including a review of taxicab licensing, a non-competitive insurance procurement, and recommendations for the Brant War Memorial. They will also discuss delegations, consent items, and resolutions on topics like home heating and billboard signs.

• Review of Chapter 327 – Taxicab Licensing and Other Vehicles for Hire (Financial Impact $2,160.00)
• Non-competitive procurement of 2024-2025 corporate insurance policy with Intact Public Entities, upset limit $1,850,000, savings $389,141
• Install second storyboard at Jubilee Terrace Park depicting Battle of Amiens, cost not exceeding $3,400 from Public Art Reserve
• Bylaw restrictions for copper and metal theft, including licensing of salvage yards
• Resolution to redirect Mayor's honorarium and fees to local charities

The Committee approved amendments to taxicab licensing and directed staff to install a new storyboard and relocate a cannon at Jubilee Terrace Park. Other actions included approving a $4,500 fee refund for the Polish Hall and redirecting the Mayor's board honoraria to local charities.

• Approved taxicab licensing by-law amendments and stakeholder education campaign (11-0)
• Approved $3,400 for a Battle of Amiens storyboard at Jubilee Terrace Park (11-0)
• Approved $4,500 refund of Consent and Minor Variance fees to Polish Hall (9-1)
• Approved redirection of Mayor's Grandbridge Energy and GRCA fees to local charities (10-0)
• Approved non-competitive corporate insurance procurement up to $1,850,000 (11-0)
• Approved by-law amendments to regulate salvage yards to prevent metal theft (11-0)
• Approved staff consultation on renaming Longboat Run to Longboat Run East (10-1)
• Denied proposal to increase permitted number of billboard signs per lot (7-4, 9-2)

Special City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to move in-camera (closed to the public) to discuss six confidential matters. These include an update on the Sports and Entertainment Centre, a tentative union settlement, a property acquisition, litigation updates, and a bridge reconstruction issue. No public decisions are scheduled; the meeting is expected to be brief and procedural.

• Sports and Entertainment Centre Preparatory Due Diligence Phase Update (2024-183)
• Tentative Settlement with IATSE Local 129 for renewal Collective Agreement (2024-193)
• Acquisition of Property on St George St (2024-55)
• Update on the Crystal Cottage (2024-214)
• Request for Direction regarding CN on Ava Rd Bridge Reconstruction (2024-188)

City Council met in a special session and voted to move in-camera to discuss several private and confidential items. No decisions were recorded in the open session before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved moving in-camera for Sports and Entertainment Centre due diligence (8-2)
• Approved moving in-camera for IATSE Local 129 settlement, St George St property acquisition, litigation updates, and Ava Rd Bridge reconstruction (9-0)

Southwest Task Force

The Southwest Task Force is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, then receive a staff update on the Southwest Community Centre and Park (Report 2024-170). The agenda also includes approval of minutes from July 19, 2022, and standard procedural items. No financial impact is noted for the community centre update.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Southwest Community Centre and Park update (Report 2024-170, no financial impact)
• Approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The task force acclaimed Councillor Sicoli as Chair and Councillor Sullivan as Vice-Chair. The committee received a staff update regarding the three phases of the Southwest Community Centre and Park.

• Acclaimed Councillor Sicoli as Chair
• Acclaimed Councillor Sullivan as Vice-Chair
• Received Staff Report 2024-170 regarding Southwest Community Centre and Park Update
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2022

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board is meeting to receive the March 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report and to decide on a development opportunity (Option 2) for airport land. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, declarations of conflict, and approval of previous minutes.

• Receive March 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024-191)
• Proceed with Option 2 related to Development Opportunities
• Review 2023 Airport Budget Summary (Appendix A)
• Approve minutes from February 12, 2024 meeting

The Brantford Airport Board directed staff to report back on the costs and timelines for constructing a commercial hangar and financing it through a debenture program. The Board also received the March 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report and approved the February 12, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Directed staff to report on costs and timelines for a commercial hangar and debenture financing (Carried)
• Received March 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report 2024-191 (Carried)
• Approved February 12, 2024, meeting minutes (Carried)

Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review two items: the draft comprehensive zoning by-law (November 2023) and a site plan control application for St. Padre Pio Catholic Secondary School on Powerline Road. The committee will forward comments on both items to staff. The meeting also includes roll call, declarations of interest, and approval of previous minutes.

• New Zoning By-law Project – Draft Zoning By-law (November 2023), Report 2024-187, financial impact none
• Site Plan Control Application for St. Padre Pio Catholic Secondary School – Powerline Road (File SPC-18-23), Report 2024-172
• Minutes from January 25, 2024 meeting for approval

The Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee received a report on the new draft zoning by-law and a site plan application for St. Padre Pio Catholic Secondary School. The committee also approved the minutes from its January 25, 2024 meeting.

• Received Report 2024-187 on New Zoning By-law Project (Carried)
• Forwarded committee comments on New Zoning By-law Project to staff (Carried)
• Received Report 2024-172 regarding St. Padre Pio Catholic Secondary School site plan (Carried)
• Approved January 25, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Citizen’s Remuneration Review Committee

The Citizen’s Remuneration Review Committee will discuss the Council Remuneration Review report. The committee is also tasked with electing leadership and establishing a meeting schedule.

• Council Remuneration Review (Report 2024-120)
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Establishment of meeting schedule
• Identification of tasks and report back dates

The Citizen's Remuneration Review Committee elected David Prang as Chair and Virginia Kershaw as Vice-Chair. It received Report 2024-120 on Council Remuneration Review and directed that four committee comments be included in staff's future report. The committee also decided to meet every other month. No resolutions or notices of motion were recorded.

• Elected David Prang as Chair
• Elected Virginia Kershaw as Vice-Chair
• Received Report 2024-120 'Council Remuneration Review' and included committee comments in future staff report (carried)
• Established bi-monthly meetings (every other month) (carried)
• Did not consider Item 5.3 (Identification of Tasks and Report Back Dates) as already dealt with in Item 5.1

Planning Committee

The Brantford Planning Committee is meeting to consider an Official Plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment for 107 Sinclair Boulevard, which would allow two 3-storey office buildings. The committee will also consider a by-law to dedicate Gillespie Drive as a public highway. The meeting includes statutory public meetings and standard procedural items.

• Official Plan Amendment OP-05-23 and Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-20-23 for 107 Sinclair Boulevard to permit two 3-storey office buildings, each 5,580 m² GFA
• Zoning change from General Industrial Zone (M2) to Holding - Business Park Industrial Exception 12 Zone (H-M3-12) and Open Space Type 3 Zone (OS3)
• Conditions for removing Holding provision include archaeological assessment, slope stability assessment, environmental impact assessment, and land use compatibility study
• Gillespie Drive Road Dedication By-law to declare Part 1 and Part 2, Reference Plan 2R-8978, as public highway

The Committee approved an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment to allow two three-storey office buildings at 107 Sinclair Boulevard. The approval includes conditions regarding archaeological, slope stability, and environmental assessments. A road dedication by-law for Gillespie Drive was also advanced to City Council.

• Approved Official Plan Amendment OP-05-23 for 107 Sinclair Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-20-23 for 107 Sinclair Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved Gillespie Drive Road Dedication By-law 2024-104 for presentation to City Council (6-0)
• Approved minutes from the February 15, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold statutory public meetings and vote on seven applications for minor variances and consents under the Planning Act. Items include parking reductions, land severances, and a billboard sign request. One application (A12/2024) is recommended for refusal, and part of another (A10/2024) is recommended for refusal.

• 126 George St: approve 5 variances to reduce medical office parking from 6 to 3 spaces, with conditions
• 1 Galileo Blvd: approve parking ratio reduction to 1.15 spaces per dwelling unit
• 150 Savannah Oaks Dr: approve severance of 4,392 m² parcel, retaining 54,277 m²
• 339-353 St. Paul Ave & 120 St. George St: approve consent and most variances for mixed-use/medical buildings, but refuse ground floor height variance for future building
• 107 Sinclair Blvd: approve severance of 5.72 ha from 12.76 ha retained parcel

Brantford's Committee of Adjustment approved several minor variance and consent applications at its March 7, 2024 meeting, including parking reductions for a medical office conversion at 126 St. George Street, a residential development at 1 Galileo Boulevard, and a mixed-use project at 339, 341, 353 St. Paul Avenue and 120 St. George Street. It also approved a consent to sever land at 150 Savannah Oaks Drive for a paramedic building and at 107 Sinclair Boulevard for an office headquarters. A request for a taller, closer billboard on Wayne Gretzky Parkway was refused. All decisions were carried unanimously on recorded votes, except one amendment where Virginia Kershaw voted no.

• Approved parking variances for medical office at 126 St. George Street (6-0)
• Approved reduced parking ratio for two residential buildings at 1 Galileo Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved consent to sever land at 150 Savannah Oaks Drive for paramedic building (6-0)
• Approved consent and most variances for mixed-use development at 339, 341, 353 St. Paul Avenue and 120 St. George Street, but refused ground floor height variance for future mixed-use building (6-0 as amended)
• Approved consent to sever land at 107 Sinclair Boulevard for office headquarters (6-0)
• Approved exterior side yard setback variance for addition at 452 Hardy Road (6-0)
• Refused billboard sign variances for height and setback on Wayne Gretzky Parkway (6-0)
• Approved minutes of February 7, 2024 meeting (carried)

Finance Committee

The Brantford Finance Committee meets to receive several financial reports and consider approving reserve fund changes. The main action is transferring the South Side of Shellard Lane Reserve balance to the Capital Funding Reserve and closing it. Other items are informational updates on casino revenue, honoraria, mileage rates, and contracts.

• Approve transferring South Side of Shellard Lane Reserve (RF0563) balance to Capital Funding Reserve (RF0556) and closing it
• Receive 4th Quarter Casino Update with $1,327,192 revenue impact
• Receive Honoraria and Expenses Report for 2023
• Receive Mileage Reimbursement Rate for 2024 with $3,370 financial impact
• Receive Quarterly Status Report of Contracts Awarded (Oct-Dec 2023)

The Finance Committee approved the transfer of funds from the South Side of Shellard Lane Reserve to the Capital Funding Envelope Reserve and closed the former account. The committee also received several quarterly reports regarding casino revenue, contracts, and expenses.

• Approved transfer of South Side of Shellard Lane Reserve (RF0563) to Capital Funding Envelope Reserve (RF0556) (5-0)
• Approved closing of the South Side of Shellard Lane Reserve (RF0563) (5-0)
• Received 4th Quarter Casino Update report 2024-137 (5-0)
• Received Honoraria and Expenses Report for 2023 report 2024-138 (5-0)
• Received mileage reimbursement rate report 2024-91 (5-0)
• Received Quarterly Status Report of Contracts Awarded report 2024-126 (5-0)

Social Services Committee

The Social Services Committee will consider several reports, including an evaluation of the City of Brantford Encampment Network (COBEN) Housing-Bylaw Pilot Program with a recommendation to extend it until March 31, 2025, and a $2,017,000 capital budget amendment for 174 Trillium Way funded by the County of Brant. The committee will also discuss extending the Housing Support Worker Pilot Program and receive the Live Well Brantford-Brant 2023 Annual Report.

• Extend COBEN Housing-Bylaw Pilot Program until March 31, 2025
• Amend capital budget by $2,017,000 for 174 Trillium Way, funded by County of Brant
• Extend Housing Support Worker Pilot Program until March 31, 2025, funded by federal Reaching Home grant
• Receive Live Well Brantford-Brant 2023 Annual Report
• Presentation by Mary Musson, Director of Housing & Homelessness, on COBEN evaluation

The committee approved a capital budget amendment for 174 Trillium Way and extended two housing-related pilot programs until March 31, 2025. It also received the 2023 Live Well Brantford-Brant annual report.

• Approved $2,017,000 capital budget amendment for 174 Trillium Way (funded by County of Brant)
• Extended COBEN Housing-Bylaw Pilot Program until March 31, 2025
• Extended Housing Support Worker Pilot Program until March 31, 2025
• Approved February 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Received 2023 Live Well Brantford-Brant Annual Report

Appointments Committee

The Appointments Committee is meeting to consider appointments of councillors and citizen members to various committees, boards, and task forces. The only public item is a request to appoint a councillor as the City Liaison to the Brantford Regional Real Estate Association. Most other items are consent or private and confidential, including citizen appointments to several advisory committees.

• Appointment of a councillor to the Brantford Regional Real Estate Association for a term ending November 14, 2025
• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2023 meeting
• Private and confidential appointments to Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee, Heritage Committee, Planning Advisory Committee, Environmental Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee, and Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee
• Private and confidential liaison member appointments to Heritage Committee and Economic Development, Tourism & Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Appointments Committee appointed Councillor McCreary to the Brantford Regional Real Estate Association. The committee also approved minutes from November 21, 2023, and moved into a private session to discuss citizen and liaison appointments.

• Appointed Councillor McCreary to the Brantford Regional Real Estate Association through November 14, 2025 (Carried)
• Approved Appointments Committee minutes from November 21, 2023 (10-0)
• Approved Appointments Committee Private and Confidential minutes from November 21, 2023 (10-0)
• Moved in-camera to consider citizen and liaison appointments (11-0)

Committee of the Whole - Operations

The Committee of the Whole - Operations is reviewing several reports and resolutions, including a development application fees review, a transit interim report, solid waste collection changes, and multiple community action plans. They will also consider resolutions on downtown garbage drop-off bins, an accessible parking space, and a fee refund for the Polish Hall. The meeting includes both decisions and items for discussion.

• Development application fees review and new front-end funding & reimbursement policy (report 2024-124)
• Non-competitive procurement for Master Servicing Plan Update with GM BluePlan Engineering Limited up to $400,000
• Resolution to approve $45,000 for downtown garbage drop-off bins at Municipal Lot #4 (Dalhousie St and King St) plus $30,000/year operating costs
• Resolution to refund $4,500 in Consent and Minor Variance fees for Polish Hall at 150 & 154 Pearl Street
• Resolution to install an accessible parking space at 12 Gailmount Ct.

The Committee approved $45,000 for drop-off bins at Municipal Lot #4 and $30,000 annually for their operation. New downtown waste collection hours take effect May 1, 2024. The Committee also approved a $400,000 non-competitive procurement for a Master Servicing Plan update.

• Approved $45,000 for downtown drop-off bins and $30,000 annual operating funds (11-0)
• Modified downtown waste collection hours effective May 1, 2024 (11-0)
• Approved $400,000 non-competitive procurement for Master Servicing Plan Update with GM BluePlan Engineering Limited (11-0)
• Approved Development Front-End Funding & Reimbursement Policy and updated planning fees (11-0)
• Added Intimate Partner and Gender-Based Violence as a priority to the Community Safety and Well-being Plan (10-0)
• Approved installation of an accessible parking space at 12 Gailmount Ct (8-1)
• Resolved to request federal/provincial legislation for responsible cigarette butt disposal (9-0)
• Received reports on Building Safer Communities, Healthy Kids Action Plan, and Brantford Transit (11-0)

Special City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to move in-camera to consider a Municipal Accommodation Task Force Recruitment Committee report and appoint citizen members to the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors for Tourism Development. The appointment involves personal matters about identifiable individuals, so it will be discussed privately. The rest of the agenda is procedural (roll call, conflict declarations, adjournment).

• Appointment of citizen members to Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors for Tourism Development
• In-camera discussion of Municipal Accommodation Task Force Recruitment Committee Report 02.26.24

Council moved into a private in-camera session to discuss the Municipal Accommodation Task Force Recruitment Committee and appointments to the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors for Tourism Development. No decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Approved motion to move in-camera for private items (10-0)

Public Consultation Task Force

The Public Consultation Task Force is meeting for the first time to elect a chair, set its meeting schedule, and identify tasks. The main substantive item is a staff report directing updates to the Community Involvement Framework and the Acquisition and Disposition of Interests in Lands Policy to add guidance on public input for city asset dispositions, with a report back in Q3 2024.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of Community Involvement Framework and Asset Disposition Policy (2024-162)
• Direct staff to update policies for public input on asset dispositions
• Establish meeting schedule (bi-weekly, monthly, etc.)
• Identify tasks and report back dates

The Public Consultation Task Force elected its leadership and established a bi-monthly meeting schedule. The committee approved a list of tasks to fulfill its mandate and directed staff to update policies regarding public input for the disposition of City assets.

• Acclaimed Councillor McCreary as Chair
• Elected Laura Bailey as Vice-Chair
• Directed staff to update the Community Involvement Framework and Acquisition and Disposition of Interests in Lands Policy regarding public input for City asset disposition
• Directed staff to report back to the Task Force in Q3 of 2024
• Established bi-monthly meetings
• Approved tasks to design a public consultation plan, explore communication technologies, and investigate public consultation thresholds including referendums

Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Brantford Environmental and Sustainability Policy Advisory Committee meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. No decisions, discussions, or specific topics are listed for the meeting.

Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee is considering a staff report with recommendations on the Brant War Memorial and Field Howitzer Cannon. The main item involves installing a second storyboard at Jubilee Terrace Park, investigating indoor relocation of the cannon, and starting a community consultation for missing names of the fallen.

• Install second storyboard at Jubilee Terrace Park depicting Battle of Amiens, funded up to $3,400 from Public Art Reserve (RF0507)
• Direct staff to investigate indoor public spaces for permanent relocation of Field Howitzer Cannon
• Initiate community consultation for missing names of fallen for Brant War Memorial, report back by Q1 2025
• Develop budget for vandalism mitigation (flood lights/cameras) at War Memorial Park in ten-year capital plan
• Approve minutes from January 31, 2024 meeting

The committee approved recommendations to install a new storyboard at Jubilee Terrace Park and investigate a permanent indoor location for the Field Howitzer Cannon. Staff were also directed to seek missing names for the Brant War Memorial and develop a vandalism mitigation budget.

• Approved installation of a second storyboard at Jubilee Terrace Park in Q3 2024
• Approved funding up to $3,400 from the Public Art Reserve for the storyboard
• Directed staff to investigate indoor public spaces to relocate the Field Howitzer Cannon
• Directed staff to initiate community consultation for missing names on the Brant War Memorial
• Directed staff to develop a budget for vandalism mitigation at War Memorial Park
• Approved minutes from the January 31, 2024 meeting

City Council

Brantford City Council is meeting to consider a tentative collective agreement with CUPE Local 181, several zoning and subdivision items, and a series of by-laws including financing for housing and infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes proclamations for Earth Hour and Municipal Procurement Month, and a request for an accessible parking space.

• Ratification of CUPE Local 181 collective agreement (2023-2027)
• Official Plan Amendment OP-03-23, Zoning By-law PZ-07-23, and Draft Plan of Subdivision at 282 Stanley Street
• Nature's Grand Phase 3 Subdivision Agreement
• Financing by-laws for Shellard Lane Affordable Housing, New Branch Library, Earl Ave Redevelopment, Northwest Trunk Watermain and Sewer Expansion
• Child Care Funding Update with $646,567 reduction in Ministry of Education funding

City Council approved an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment to allow residential redevelopment at 282 Stanley Street. Council also ratified a collective agreement with CUPE Local 181 and authorized several capital projects, including a new branch library.

• Approved residential redevelopment at 282 Stanley Street (6-5)
• Ratified CUPE Local 181 collective agreement for 2023-2027 (10-0)
• Authorized $10,000 for International Women's Day Campaign (11-0)
• Approved $247,500 capital budget increase for housing asset management (11-0)
• Authorized New Branch Library capital project (10-1)
• Authorized Shellard Lane 70-unit seniors apartment project (11-0)
• Authorized Northwest Trunk Watermain and Sewer expansions (11-0)
• Declared Five Pin Bowling Provincial Championships a Municipally Significant Event (11-0)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss the City's new comprehensive zoning by-law and to consider properties for designation under the Ontario Heritage Act. The committee will forward comments on the draft zoning by-law to planning staff and may assist in researching shortlisted properties for heritage designation. The agenda also includes routine items like elections, roll call, and approval of previous minutes.

• Report 2024-107: Information on the City of Brantford's New Zoning By-law Project (no financial implications)
• Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law (Nov 2023) attached for review
• Report 2024-86: Consideration of Properties for Designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (no financial impact)
• Part IV Designation Initial Properties List and appendices attached
• Approval of minutes from January 29, 2024 meeting

The Brantford Heritage Committee met on February 26, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Charlie Ward Room at Brantford City Hall. After the required 15 minutes from the scheduled start time, quorum was not achieved and the meeting was adjourned. No substantive decisions were made.

Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Revenue Tool Recruitment Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural items, including elections, roll call, and conflict declarations. The main substantive item is a closed-session discussion about appointing citizen members to the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors for Tourism Development.

• Elections
• Roll call
• Declarations of conflicts of interest
• Closed session: Appointment of citizen members to Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors for Tourism Development

The committee appointed Councillor McCreary as Chair and Councillor Sless as Vice-Chair. The group moved into a private session to discuss the appointment of citizen members to the Municipal Services Corporation Board of Directors for Tourism Development.

• Councillor McCreary acclaimed as Chair
• Councillor Sless acclaimed as Vice-Chair
• Approved motion to move in-camera to discuss personal matters regarding Municipal Services Corporation Board appointments

Major Sports Team Liaison Committee

The Major Sports Liaison Task Force will receive a staff report on sport facilities and current major sports teams, and consider directing staff to pursue next steps for attracting new teams. The agenda is otherwise routine, including roll call, minutes, and adjournment.

• Staff report 2024-79 on sport facilities overview and liaison with current major sports teams
• Direct staff to maintain relationships with sport organizations via Business Retention and Expansion program
• Direct staff to identify targeted leads in consultation with Chair and Vice Chair
• Direct staff to prepare list of facility and other needs for identified leads
• Direct staff to prepare investment attraction strategy for target teams

The committee approved a staff report on sport facilities and directed staff to create an investment attraction strategy for new sports teams. Members amended the committee's mandate to include minor sports teams and directed staff to consult with teams that own private facilities. The October 2023 minutes were approved, and staff were instructed to prepare a work plan based on consultation notes.

• Approved October 18, 2023 minutes
• Received Staff Report 2024-79 on sport facilities
• Directed staff to prepare investment attraction strategy for new teams
• Amended committee mandate to include minor sports teams
• Directed staff to consult with teams owning private facilities
• Directed staff to prepare work plan from consultation notes

Special City Council

This special City Council meeting focuses on the Mayor's proposed 2024-2027 Operating and Capital Budgets and the finalization of those budgets. Council will receive the budget reports and, if adopted, authorize the necessary by-laws and purchasing of 2024 projects. The meeting also includes a delegation from the Mayor on the budget and approval of prior Estimates Committee minutes.

• Mayor's Proposed 2024-2027 Operating and Capital Budgets (Report 2024-130)
• 2024-2027 Budget Finalization (Report 2024-125) — authorizes by-laws and 2024 project awards per Purchasing Policy
• Delegation by Mayor Kevin Davis on the proposed budgets
• Approval of six Estimates Committee minutes from Oct 2023 to Jan 2024
• Confirming By-law 9-2024

Council approved the finalization of the 2024-2027 budget and authorized the awarding of 2024 projects. The budget was amended to increase police funding and reduce the indigenous consult budget. Multiple proposals to defer strategic investment hires were defeated.

• Approved 2024-2027 Budget Finalization (8-1)
• Increased Police budget to $49,491,606 by transferring $775,674 from City Services and adding $159,441 (10-0)
• Approved 50 percent reduction to indigenous consult budget (6-5)
• Denied deferral of 12 separate strategic investment hires
• Shortened budget amendment period from 30 to 20 days (10-1)
• Approved By-law 9-2024 to confirm meeting proceedings (10-1)

Planning Committee

The Brantford Planning Committee is meeting to consider a major residential redevelopment at 282 Stanley Street, including an Official Plan amendment, zoning by-law changes, and a draft plan of subdivision. The committee will also discuss the Nature's Grand Phase 3 subdivision agreement and approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Official Plan Amendment OP-03-23, Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-07-23, and Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T-23501 for 282 Stanley Street, proposing single detached dwellings, townhouses, and apartment buildings
• Zoning changes from R1B, R4A, R4A-47, and OS1 to various Holding zones (H-R3-12, H-R4A-90/91/92, H-RHD-31/32, H-OS1, H-OS3)
• Conditions for removing the Holding provision include servicing, subdivision agreement, Record of Site Condition, Transportation Impact Study, and Urban Design Brief
• Nature's Grand Phase 3 Subdivision Agreement (Report 2024-30) to include matters detailed in Section 9
• Approval of Planning Committee minutes from December 14, 2023

The Committee approved an Official Plan amendment, Zoning By-law amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 282 Stanley Street to allow for single detached dwellings, townhouses, and apartment buildings. The approval includes several conditions, including a Transportation Impact Study and an updated Urban Design Brief, before the 'Holding' provision can be removed.

• Appointed Mayor Davis as Chair (5-1)
• Acclaimed Councillor Sicoli as Vice-Chair
• Approved Nature’s Grand Phase 3 Subdivision Agreement (6-0)
• Approved December 14, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment OP-03-23 for 282 Stanley Street (4-2)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment PZ-07-23 for 282 Stanley Street (4-2)
• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision 29T-23501 for 282 Stanley Street (4-2)

Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration

The Brantford Committee of the Whole - Planning and Administration is meeting to consider several reports and motions. Key items include a business case for the Brantford Municipal Airport that proposes creating a Municipal Services Corporation, a license renewal for the Brantford to Simcoe rail trail, and an updated terms of reference for the Joint City-County Shared Services Committee. The committee will also consider several notices of motion, including one to fund downtown garbage drop-off bins and another to direct staff to review billboard sign regulations.

• Business case for Brantford Municipal Airport recommends establishing a Municipal Services Corporation to own and manage the airport
• Brantford to Simcoe (Rail) Trail license renewal: $2,267.89 annually for 5 years, with option to renew for two additional 5-year terms
• Motion to fund $45,000 for downtown garbage drop-off bins at Municipal Lot #4 (Dalhousie St and King St) plus $30,000/year operating costs
• Motion to direct staff to review billboard sign regulations to allow up to two single-sided or one triple-sided billboard per lot
• Motion to declare 'Five Pin Bowling Provincial Championships' a municipally significant event for liquor licensing

The Committee of the Whole approved a five-year license renewal for the Brantford to Simcoe Rail Trail and directed staff to report back on a business case for a new corporation to manage the Brantford Municipal Airport. Council also approved a $45,000 plan to install drop-off bins in the downtown core to reduce garbage issues, effective May 2024. Several notices of motion regarding billboard signs, cigarette waste, and mayor honorarium redirections were introduced but not voted on.

• Approved Brantford to Simcoe Rail Trail license renewal for 5 years (11-0)
• Approved review of Brantford Airport business case; staff to report back for final approval (11-0)
• Directed staff to secure certified appraiser for airport land and building value (11-0)
• Approved updated Terms of Reference for Joint City-County Shared Services Committee (11-0)
• Approved $10,000 funding for 2024 International Women's Day campaign (11-0)
• Declared Five Pin Bowling Provincial Championships a municipally significant event (11-0)
• Approved downtown garbage collection time change and drop-off bin installation (11-0)
• Approved $45,000 for bin installation and $30,000/year for operations (11-0)

Special City Council

This is a special City Council meeting held in a hybrid format. The agenda consists almost entirely of a motion to move in-camera (closed to the public) to discuss five confidential items, including a tentative CUPE collective agreement, airport noise alternatives, and several litigation or land matters. No public decisions are scheduled; the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.

• Tentative settlement with CUPE Local 181, collective agreement renewal 2023-2027 (2024-65)
• Brantford Municipal Airport noise abatement alternatives (2024-67)
• 277, 299 and 301 Hardy Road – request for directions (2024-106)
• Request for direction regarding Six Nations litigation (2024-105)
• 58 Morrell Street – request for direction (2024-119)

Council voted to enter a private session to consider several confidential items, including a tentative labor settlement and legal directions. No decisions were recorded in open session.

• Approved motion to move in-camera for confidential items (9-0)

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, and to receive the February 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report, which includes updates on real estate, facilities, airport management, and a communication from the Airport Management Council of Ontario. The board will also consider approving minutes from its January 25, 2024 meeting, including private and confidential minutes.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• February 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024-90) to be received
• Real Estate Update
• Airport Management Council of Ontario communication
• Approval of January 25, 2024 minutes (public and private)

The Brantford Airport Board elected Mark Littell as Chair and Aaron Penrice as Vice-Chair, both by acclamation. The board received the February 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report and approved the minutes of its January 25, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on real estate, facilities, and airport management, and adjourned at 3:20 p.m.

• Mark Littell acclaimed as Chair
• Aaron Penrice acclaimed as Vice-Chair
• Waived section 26.2.14 to allow Chair to serve more than two consecutive one-year terms (no objections)
• Received February 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report 2024-90 (carried)
• Approved January 25, 2024 minutes (carried)

Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors

The Brantford Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation Board of Directors will receive its third quarter 2023 report, approve the 2024 operating and capital budgets, and direct staff to sign two lease agreements with the City of Brantford for space in the Richard Beckett Building. The meeting also includes roll call, conflict declarations, and approval of prior minutes.

• Third Quarter Report (July–September 2023) received
• 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets approved
• Lease for ~18,174 sq ft at $1.00/year for 3 years (City as tenant)
• Lease for ~8,000 sq ft at market rent: $17.70/sq ft year 1 ($141,600), $18.05/sq ft year 2 ($144,400), $18.41/sq ft year 3 ($147,280)
• Minutes of September 6, 2023 meeting

The Board approved the 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and received the Third Quarter Report for July-September 2023. It also authorized two lease agreements with the City of Brantford for space in the Richard Beckett Building.

• Approved 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets (5-0)
• Approved lease of 18,174 sq ft at $1.00 per year from Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2027 (3-2)
• Approved lease of 8,000 sq ft at market rent from Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2027 (5-0)
• Approved September 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received Third Quarter Report 2024-35 (5-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding statutory public meetings to consider several minor variance and consent applications. Decisions are proposed for approval on each application, including variances for parking, unit size, and lot area, as well as land severances. The committee will also consider an amendment to conditions for a previously approved consent.

• A04/2024: 255 Nelson Street – variance to allow a third tandem parking space
• A05/2024: 372 Darling Street – variance to allow a 25 m² unit (minimum 40 m² required)
• B03-B07/2024 & A06/2024: 161 Fifth Avenue – five land severances and a lot area variance
• B08/2024: 33, 43 Erie Avenue and 100 Market Street – severance of 10,120 m² parcel
• B02/2024: 435 Nelson Street – amendment to conditions of consent approval

Brantford's Committee of Adjustment approved a severance creating six lots at 161 Fifth Avenue, along with a related minor variance for minimum lot area, on a unanimous recorded vote. The committee also approved a minor variance at 255 Nelson Street for a third parking space and one at 372 Darling Street for a 25 m² dwelling unit, both unanimous. A consent application at 33, 43 Erie Avenue and 100 Market Street was approved unanimously, and conditions for a previously approved consent at 435 Nelson Street were amended. The committee elected Gregory Kempa as Chair and Mark Simpson as Vice-Chair, both acclaimed.

• Approved minor variance A04/2024 at 255 Nelson Street for a third tandem parking space (6-0)
• Approved minor variance A05/2024 at 372 Darling Street for a 25 m² dwelling unit (6-0)
• Approved consent applications B03-B07/2024 and minor variance A06/2024 at 161 Fifth Avenue to sever five lots, creating six lots (6-0)
• Approved consent application B08/2024 at 33, 43 Erie Avenue and 100 Market Street to sever a 5,610 m² parcel (6-0)
• Amended conditions of consent for B02/2024 at 435 Nelson Street (carried)
• Approved minutes of the January 18, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Elected Gregory Kempa as Chair and Mark Simpson as Vice-Chair, both acclaimed

Social Services Committee

The Social Services Committee is meeting to receive updates on housing and child care, and to consider a resolution on affordable housing density. They will hear presentations on the Brantford-Brant Municipal Housing Master Plan, receive the 2023 centralized housing waitlist update, and vote on a $247,500 capital budget increase for an asset management plan, funded by a federal-provincial grant. A resolution from Councillor Oakley proposes requiring future municipally-led affordable housing developments to be at least 10 stories where feasible.

• Presentation on Brantford-Brant Municipal Housing Master Plan by CAO Brian Hutchings, MP Larry Brock, and MPP Will Bouma
• Resolution to explore increasing height and density of municipally-led affordable housing, with a minimum 10-story initial design where feasible
• Capital budget increase of $247,500 for asset management plan, funded by Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative (COCHI) grant
• Child care funding update noting a $646,567 reduction in Ministry of Education funding
• Centralized Housing Waitlist Annual Update 2023 report

The committee approved a $247,500 increase to the capital budget for a housing asset management plan, funded by a grant. It also received updates on the centralized housing waitlist and child care funding. A resolution to increase height and density for municipally-led affordable housing was defeated.

• Approved $247,500 capital budget increase for Asset Management Plan for Municipally-Owned Housing Assets (funded by COCHI grant)
• Authorized agreement with Haerko Inc. for asset management services
• Received Centralized Housing Waitlist Annual Update 2023
• Received Child Care Funding Update noting a $646,567 reduction in Ministry of Education funding
• Denied resolution to explore increased height and density for municipally-led affordable housing (3-7)
• Approved December 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will review Report 2024-95 regarding the Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law. Paul Lowes of SGL Planning & Design Inc. is scheduled to provide a presentation on the project. The committee is tasked with receiving the report and forwarding all comments to staff.

• Presentation on New Zoning By-law Project by Paul Lowes (SGL Planning & Design Inc.)
• Review of Report 2024-95: New Zoning By-law Project – Draft Zoning By-law
• Approval of Planning Advisory Committee minutes from August 9, 2023

The Committee received Report 2024-95 regarding the New Zoning By-law Project and agreed to forward committee comments to staff. The minutes from the August 9, 2023 meeting were also approved.

• Received Report 2024-95 'New Zoning By-law Project – Draft Zoning By-law' (Carried)
• Approved forwarding Planning Advisory Committee comments to staff (Carried)
• Approved minutes of the August 9, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Police Station Task Force

The Brantford Police Station Task Force is meeting to receive a staff update on the Brantford Police Services Facility Redevelopment Project. The agenda includes roll call, declarations of conflicts, a presentation/delegation period, and approval of previous meeting minutes. The main item is receiving Staff Report 2023-665 on the redevelopment project update, which has no financial impact.

• Brantford Police Services Facility Redevelopment Project Update (Staff Report 2023-665)
• Approval of November 27, 2023 task force minutes
• Meeting held in hybrid format at 344 Elgin Street, Brantford

The task force received a staff report regarding the Brantford Police Services Facility Redevelopment Project. The minutes from the November 27, 2023 meeting were also approved.

• Received Staff Report 2023-665 – Brantford Police Services Facility Redevelopment Project Update (Carried)
• Approved minutes of the November 27, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives Advisory Committee is meeting to consider establishing a Cultural and Built Heritage Funding Program Sub-Committee and approving three members to it. The agenda also includes roll call, declarations of conflicts, minutes from the November 22, 2023 meeting, and standard procedural items.

• Establish Cultural and Built Heritage Funding Program Sub-Committee per Report 2024-16
• Approve three members to the sub-committee (names left blank in agenda)
• Review minutes from November 22, 2023 meeting

The committee approved the establishment of a Cultural and Built Heritage Funding Program Sub-Committee. An amendment was passed to appoint six specific members to this new sub-committee. The minutes from the previous meeting on November 22, 2023, were also approved.

• Cultural and Built Heritage Funding Program Sub-Committee established
• Six members appointed to Sub-Committee: Ana Olson, Andy Straisfeld, Stephanie Wall, Jang Singh Panag, Wiktor Kulinski, Christina Han
• November 22, 2023 committee minutes approved

City Council

Brantford City Council meets January 30, 2024, to consider the 2024-2027 City Services Budget, several by-laws including a fireworks firecracker prohibition, and a decision on recycling collection for non-eligible properties. The agenda also includes heritage demolition notices, a panhandling awareness campaign, and a resolution to recognize International Women's Day.

• 2024-2027 City Services Budget and Budget Worksheet
• By-law 2-2024 Fireworks Municipal Code 520 (firecracker prohibition)
• Decision on recycling (Blue Box) collection for non-eligible properties ($250,000 in 2025)
• Notice of Intention to Demolish for 25 William Street and 70 Alfred Street
• International Women's Day campaign resolution ($10,000 from Council Priorities Reserve)

Council approved funding for a panhandling awareness campaign and the 2024 Communities in Bloom program. A resolution was passed calling on the federal government to prioritize passenger rail over freight on CN lines. Several budget worksheets were approved, though the overall 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet was defeated.

• Approved continued recycling collection for non-eligible properties for 2025 ($250,000)
• Approved $25,000 for Panhandling Education and Awareness Campaign
• Approved $3,000 for 2024 Communities in Bloom Ontario Program
• Approved resolution requesting federal priority for VIA and Metrolinx over CN Rail freight
• Approved Police Services Board budget set at $48,556,491
• Approved $35,000 for Year 1 of Family Physicians Recruitment Committee
• Deferred demolition decision for 25 William Street pending development application
• Denied 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet as amended (4-7)

Special City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to move in-camera (closed to the public) to receive an update on lobbying efforts and instructions on litigation regarding consultation (item 2024-69). The closed session is justified under exceptions for litigation and solicitor-client privilege. The rest of the agenda is procedural (roll call, conflict declarations, adjournment).

• Motion to move in-camera for update on lobbying efforts and litigation regarding consultation (2024-69)
• Closed session citing litigation and solicitor-client privilege exceptions

City Council met for a special session and voted to move into a private session to discuss lobbying efforts and litigation instructions. No other substantive decisions were recorded in open session.

• Approved motion to move in-camera for item 2024-69 regarding lobbying and litigation (11-0)

Brantford Heritage Committee

The Brantford Heritage Committee is meeting to review a Heritage Impact Assessment for 50 Market Street South (File PZ-19-23) and will forward comments to staff. The agenda also includes roll call, declarations of interest, approval of previous minutes, and standard procedural items.

• Heritage Impact Assessment for 50 Market Street South (File PZ-19-23), Report 2024-59
• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2023 meeting

The Brantford Heritage Committee received Report 2024-59, a Heritage Impact Assessment for 50 Market Street South (File PZ-19-23), after a presentation by SvN Architects and Planners. The Committee forwarded four comments to staff, including support for the development's massing and materials, a note that the Waterous Wire Nail Works was excluded, a recommendation to name three streets after historic street names, and a recommendation for plaquing at the gathering place. The Committee also approved the minutes of its December 18, 2023 meeting. No resolutions or notices of motion were brought forward.

• Received Heritage Impact Assessment for 50 Market Street South (File PZ-19-23), Report 2024-59 (Carried)
• Forwarded comments to staff: supports consideration of massing and materials (Carried)
• Forwarded comment to staff: notes Waterous Wire Nail Works was excluded from the assessment (Carried)
• Forwarded recommendation to staff: name 3 streets based on historic street names within the subject property (Carried)
• Forwarded recommendation to staff: include plaquing at the gathering place to describe area history (Carried)
• Approved minutes of the December 18, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Zoning By-law Task Force

The Zoning By-law Task Force is meeting to receive and discuss the draft comprehensive zoning by-law (Report 2024-48, November 2023 draft). A delegation from SGL Planning & Design Inc. will speak to the item. The task force will forward its comments to staff.

• Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law (November 2023) under review
• Delegation by Paul Lowes, SGL Planning & Design Inc. on Item 5.1
• Report 2024-48: New Zoning By-law Project – Draft Zoning By-law
• Minutes from February 15, 2023 meeting for approval

The Task Force received a progress overview and draft of the New Zoning By-law project from SGL Planning & Design Inc. The committee decided to forward all member comments on the draft to staff.

• Received Report 2024-48 'New Zoning By-law Project – Draft Zoning By-law' (Carried)
• Approved forwarding all Task Force comments on the draft by-law to staff (Carried)
• Approved minutes from February 15, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Waived Procedural By-law rules to allow a presentation longer than 10 minutes (Carried)

Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, and to receive updates on the 2023 Brantford Accessibility Plan and plans for 2024 National Accessibility Awareness Week. The committee will also approve a revised 2024 meeting schedule and minutes from November 9, 2023.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Brantford Accessibility Plan 2023 Status Update (Report 2024-21)
• 2024 National Accessibility Awareness Week update (Report 2024-62)
• Revised 2024 meeting schedule
• Minutes from November 9, 2023

The Brantford Accessibility Advisory Committee elected its leadership for the term. The committee also received status updates on the 2023 Accessibility Plan and National Accessibility Awareness Week.

• Acclaimed Colleen Goupil as Chair
• Acclaimed Marc Proulx as Vice-Chair
• Received Report 2024-21 regarding Brantford Accessibility Plan 2023 Status Update
• Received Report 2024-62 regarding National Accessibility Awareness Week (NAAW) 2024
• Received revised 2024 Meeting Schedule
• Approved minutes from November 9, 2023

Brantford Airport Board

The Brantford Airport Board is meeting to consider a business case for the Brantford Municipal Airport, which recommends establishing a Municipal Services Corporation to own, govern, and manage the airport. The board would then recommend that City Council review and approve the business case. The agenda also includes a confidential helicopter update, a presentation on the land use plan, and routine reports on real estate and facilities.

• Business Case for the Brantford Municipal Airport (Report 2024-34) recommending a Municipal Services Corporation
• Appendix B - Land Use Plan
• Confidential item: Helicopter Update (solicitor-client privilege)
• January 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (2024-49)
• Minutes of December 11, 2023 meeting

The Brantford Airport Board recommended that City Council approve a business case to establish a Municipal Services Corporation to own, govern, and manage the Brantford Municipal Airport. The Board also received a real estate and facilities report.

• Recommended City Council approve the Business Case for the Brantford Municipal Airport and the creation of a Municipal Services Corporation (Carried)
• Received January 2024 Real Estate and Facilities Report (Carried)
• Approved December 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, and to consider two appeals of property standards orders. The committee is being asked to confirm and uphold orders issued to the owners of 920 Colborne Street and 179 George Street. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and status updates on previous appeals.

• Appeal of Property Standards Order #99-23 for 920 Colborne St, owner Norbrooke Limited, recommended to be upheld
• Appeal of Property Standards Order #101-23 for 179 George St, owners Natacha Geneau and Paul Gaeta, recommended to be upheld
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from November 30, 2023 meeting

The Property Standards Committee confirmed and upheld two property standards orders. One order regarding an underground parking garage was upheld without changes, while another regarding a residential house was upheld with a granted extension for repairs.

• Acclaimed Brenda Hertog as Chair (term expires January 2025)
• Acclaimed Rick Petrella as Vice-Chair (term expires January 2025)
• Upheld Property Standards Order #99-23 for 920 Colborne Street
• Upheld Property Standards Order #101-23 for 179 George Street
• Granted extension to April 1, 2024, for repairs at 179 George Street
• Approved minutes from November 30, 2023 meeting

Estimates Committee

The Estimates Committee is meeting to continue its review of the 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet, which has been revised to reflect amendments made by the committee. The agenda includes roll call, declarations of conflicts of interest, and the budget worksheet as the only item for consideration.

• Continuation of 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet review
• Revised 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet (Jan 18, 2024) reflecting committee amendments

Special City Council

Brantford City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a report on the Sports and Entertainment Centre, including community feedback and a Phase Three update. Council will vote on whether to formally prioritize the project, fund $735,000 from reserves for a business partnership process and site due diligence, and approve non-competitive contracts with KKR Advisors and other consultants. The agenda also includes a confirming by-law and standard procedural items.

• $735,000 funding from Capital Funding Envelope Reserve (RF0556) for partnership process and site due diligence
• Non-competitive procurement with KKR Advisors up to $295,000
• Other professional services for site due diligence up to $100,000
• Report 2024-50 on Sports and Entertainment Centre community feedback and Phase Three update
• Confirming By-law 1-2024

City Council formally designated the Brantford Sports and Entertainment Complex as a priority project. Council approved $735,000 from the Capital Funding Envelope Reserve to begin a Request for Business Partnerships process and site due diligence.

• Designated Brantford Sports and Entertainment Complex as a priority project (10-0)
• Approved $735,000 from Capital Funding Envelope Reserve for business partnership process and site due diligence (10-0)
• Approved non-competitive procurement for KKR Advisors up to $295,000 (10-0)
• Approved non-competitive procurement for other professional site due diligence services up to $100,000 (10-0)
• Authorized CAO and Manager of Purchasing to execute agreements with KKR Advisors Ltd and other consultants (10-0)
• Denied motion to waive rules for a late delegate (4-6)

Estimates Committee

The Brantford Estimates Committee is meeting to continue its review of the 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet, which has been revised to reflect prior amendments. The agenda includes public delegations on local boards' budgets, but the committee will not consider specific requests for municipal funding. The meeting is procedural, focused on budget deliberations, and will recess to reconvene on January 24, 2024.

• Continuation of 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet (revised Jan 18, 2024)
• Delegations on Local Boards Budget (10-minute speaking limit, two-hour total cap)
• Hybrid meeting format (in-person and virtual)
• Recess to reconvene January 24, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

The Estimates Committee set the 2024 Brantford Police Services budget at $49.33 million in a 7-2 vote. It also approved adding $70,000 for 2024 and $70,000 for 2025 to replace sauna, signage and lockers at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, funded from the Capital Funding Envelope (RF0556), 9-0. A motion to reduce contracted cyclical grid pruning and stump grinding by 25% carried 5-4 after a proposed 50% reduction failed 4-5. The meeting adjourned and will reconvene January 24, 2024.

• Set 2024 Brantford Police Services budget at $49.33 million (7-2)
• Approved $70,000 for 2024 and $70,000 for 2025 to replace sauna, signage and lockers at Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, funded from Capital Funding Envelope (RF0556) (9-0)
• Approved reducing contracted cyclical grid pruning and stump grinding by 25% (5-4)
• Denied amending the pruning reduction to 50% (4-5)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public meeting to consider four applications: two minor variances (108-110 Albion Street and 40 Niagara Street), one consent to sever (34 Devon Street), and one consent to sever (435 Nelson Street). The agenda also includes the appointment of a Deputy Secretary-Treasurer and approval of previous minutes. All items are recommendations for approval, subject to conditions.

• Minor variance at 108-110 Albion St to allow 40% landscaped open space (min. 50%), conditional on CN Rail environmental easement
• Minor variance at 40 Niagara St to allow two front-yard parking spaces (max. one) and 32% landscaped open space, conditional on archaeological assessment
• Consent and variance at 34 Devon St to sever a 611.97 m² parcel and allow 13 m lot width (18 m required)
• Consent at 435 Nelson St to sever a 306.37 m² parcel
• Appointment of Dora Pripon as Deputy Secretary-Treasurer

The Committee approved minor variances for landscaping and parking at 108-110 Albion Street and 40 Niagara Street. It also approved property severances at 34 Devon Street and 435 Nelson Street. Additionally, Dora Pripon was appointed as Deputy Secretary-Treasurer.

• Approved 40% landscaped open space at 108-110 Albion Street, conditional on CN Rail easement (5-0)
• Approved two front yard parking spaces and 32% landscaped open space at 40 Niagara Street, conditional on archaeological assessment (5-0)
• Approved lot width reduction to 13m and property severance at 34 Devon Street (4-1)
• Approved property severance of 306.37 m² at 435 Nelson Street (5-0)
• Appointed Dora Pripon as Deputy Secretary-Treasurer (Carried)

Estimates Committee

The Estimates Committee will continue its review of the 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet. This version includes amendments made by the committee on January 10, 2024. The meeting will then recess until January 22, 2024.

• Continuation of the 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet

The committee approved several amendments to the 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet, primarily shifting funding timelines for capital projects. One project was removed from the budget in favor of a by-law amendment.

• Moved funding for Study/EA and Construction/Design phases forward by one year for Step 9E.84 (7-3)
• Removed Wayne Gretzky Sports Complex Mechanical Equipment Screening from budget and requested by-law amendment (9-0)
• Moved $100,000 design funding to 2024 and $650,000 construction funding to 2025 for Step 9E.287 (10-0)
• Requested Local Boards to present at the January 22, 2024 meeting (9-1)

Combined COW-O PA

The combined Committee of the Whole is deciding on several items, including whether to continue collecting blue box recyclables from non-eligible properties in 2025 at a cost of $250,000, and whether to adopt a bylaw amending fireworks regulations to prohibit firecrackers. They will also consider a $25,000 panhandling education and awareness campaign, heritage demolition notices for 25 William Street and 70 Alfred Street, and potential heritage conservation districts. The agenda also includes consent items such as minutes and a human resources quarterly report, plus resolutions on participating in Communities in Bloom and urging federal action on rail transit.

• Decision on collection of blue box materials for non-eligible properties, $250,000 in 2025
• Amendments to Chapter 520 Fireworks Regulation to prohibit firecrackers
• Panhandling Education and Awareness Campaign, $25,000 from Council Priorities Reserve
• Notice of Intention to Designate 25 William Street under Ontario Heritage Act
• Resolution to enter 2024 Communities in Bloom Ontario Program, $3,000 from Council Priorities Reserve

Council approved continued recycling collection for non-eligible properties through 2025 and funded a $25,000 panhandling awareness campaign. A resolution was passed requesting federal intervention regarding CN Rail's impact on passenger transit and development. The demolition of an accessory structure at 70 Alfred Street was permitted.

• Approved recycling collection for non-eligible properties through Dec 31, 2025 (9-0)
• Approved $25,000 for Panhandling Education and Awareness Campaign (11-0)
• Approved $3,000 for 2024 Communities in Bloom Ontario Program (11-0)
• Passed resolution requesting Federal Government mandate CN Rail cooperation on transit and development (10-0)
• Permitted demolition of accessory structure at 70 Alfred Street (11-0)
• Deferred decision on demolition of 25 William Street pending development application (6-5)
• Approved community consultations for four potential heritage conservation districts (9-2)
• Approved update to Chapter 520 Fireworks Regulation Firecrackers Prohibition By-law (10-0)

Estimates Committee

The Estimates Committee is meeting to continue its review of the 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet, which was revised to reflect amendments made on January 10, 2024. The agenda also includes a presentation on the City Budget Priorities Survey. The meeting will recess and reconvene on January 17, 2024.

• Continuation of 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet (revised January 12, 2024)
• Presentation on City Budget Priorities Survey
• Recess to reconvene January 17, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

The Estimates Committee continued its 2024-2027 budget worksheet. It approved an amendment to add a Material Handler position for 2025 only if it has a net-zero impact on ratepayers (10-1), and approved an amendment to receive a climate report and direct staff to report on capital-project emissions in the year-end climate action report (11-0). The committee also received a presentation on the City Budget Priorities survey. The meeting recessed to reconvene January 17, 2024.

• Approved amendment to add Material Handler position for 2025 only if net-zero impact to ratepayer (10-1)
• Approved amendment to receive Report 2024-6 on Climate and Environmental Impact for Public Works Commission 2024-2027 Capital Budget Projects (11-0)
• Approved amendment directing staff to report on emissions from capital projects as part of year-end climate action report (11-0)
• Received City Budget Priorities survey presentation
• Recessed to reconvene January 17, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Estimates Committee

The Estimates Committee is meeting to review the 2024-2027 City Services Budget, including a presentation from the Commissioner of Corporate Services/City Treasurer and public delegations. The committee will consider the budget report and worksheet, with a financial impact of $130,304,316 operating and $138,131,076 capital for 2024. The meeting will recess and reconvene on January 15, 2024.

• 2024-2027 City Services Budget with 2024 operating cost of $130,304,316 and capital of $138,131,076
• Public delegations on the budget, limited to two hours total with 10 minutes per delegation
• Budget Overview Presentation by Commissioner of Corporate Services/City Treasurer
• 2024-2027 Budget Worksheet for consideration

The Estimates Committee received the 2024-2027 City Services Budget, which includes $130.3 million in operating and $138.1 million in capital expenditures. The committee approved the staff-prepared budget worksheets with two amendments: removing the Indigenous Relations Officer position and deferring the $100,000 Airport Master Plan Update to 2025. Two councillors declared conflicts of interest regarding specific budget steps before the vote.

• Received 2024-2027 City Services Budget (10-0)
• Received staff-prepared 2024-2027 budget worksheets
• Approved authorization for 2024 project awards and by-laws
• Removed 'Indigenous Relations Officer' position from budget (6-5)
• Deferred $100,000 Airport Master Plan Update to 2025 (9-2)