Brantford public meetings in 2024
95 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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.)
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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)
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)
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)
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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)
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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 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
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)
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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