Cambridge public meetings in 2025

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council meeting will consider presentations on zoning reviews and then vote on a suite of by‑laws for 2026. These include adopting municipal fees and charges, establishing an interim tax levy, authorizing debenture issuance for capital projects, and amending the zoning by‑law for 155 Guelph Avenue. The council will also vote on motions concerning youth unemployment, veterans crosswalks, and commemorative lighting. A closed session will address confidential staffing, labour relations, and litigation matters.

• By‑law 25‑079: Adopt Municipal Fees and Charges for 2026
• By‑law 25‑082: Enact 2026 Interim Tax Levy
• By‑law 25‑081: Authorize issuance of debentures for capital funding
• By‑law 25‑086: Amend Zoning By‑law No. 150‑85 for 155 Guelph Avenue
• Motion on Youth Unemployment to be voted

The council approved a naming‑rights sponsorship for the GrandBridge Energy Fitness Area at 655 Wesley Blvd (8‑0). It awarded the $2,344,934 contract for the Queen Street West Reconstruction to Regional Sewer and Watermain Ltd. (9‑0). Council adopted the consent agenda, approved the housing strategy, designated the exterior of 704 Eagle Street North as heritage (final vote 7‑2), and approved a zoning amendment for 155 Guelph Avenue allowing 160 residential units (9‑0). It also rescinded previous library board appointments, appointed Councillor Cooper to the board, and deferred changes to minor sports ice‑rental rates to 2026 (both 9‑0).

• Approved GrandBridge Energy Fitness Area naming rights (8‑0)
• Adopted consent agenda items (9‑0)
• Awarded $2,344,934 Queen Street West Reconstruction contract to Regional Sewer and Watermain Ltd. (9‑0)
• Deferred minor sports ice‑rental rate changes to 2026 (9‑0)
• Rescinded library board appointments and appointed Councillor Cooper (9‑0)
• Approved Housing Strategy and Action Plan – HAF Initiative No. 9 (8‑1)
• Approved heritage designation of exterior features at 704 Eagle Street North (7‑2 after amendment)
• Approved zoning by‑law amendment for 155 Guelph Avenue permitting 160 residential units (9‑0)

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will vote on three by-laws: 25-074 amending traffic and parking regulations, 25-075 requiring parkland dedication or monetary compensation for development, and 25-076 amending the Zoning By-law for properties at 895 Riverbank Drive, 800 Middleblock Road, 4220 Fountain Street and 4300 Fountain Street. The meeting also includes a consent agenda, presentations on a subdivision plan for the same addresses, and other routine reports.

• 25-074 By-law to amend By-law 22-044 regulating traffic and parking on highways
• 25-075 By-law to require conveyance of land for parks or payment in lieu for development
• 25-076 By-law to amend Zoning By-law 150-85 for 895 Riverbank Drive, 800 Middleblock Road, 4220 Fountain Street and 4300 Fountain Street
• 25-024-PG Recommendation Report for Zoning By-law Amendment and Plan of Subdivision for the same four properties
• 25-016-IFS Blair Road On‑Street Accessible Parking Spaces (draft by‑law amendment)

The Cambridge City Council adopted the consent agenda and approved a series of projects and by‑laws. It approved the Ed Newland Pool Walk and Parking Expansion contract, appointed a new member to the Downtown Business Improvement Area board, and approved the Riverbank Drive zoning amendment and plan of subdivision. The council also adopted the Parkland Dedication By‑law, received the Cemetery Master Plan, amended the Taxation Interest By‑law penalty timing, and directed staff to develop a long‑term safety and access plan for City Hall.

• Adopted consent agenda (9‑0)
• Awarded Ed Newland Pool Walk and Parking Expansion contract to Brantco for $332,142.03 plus $184,105 IRF funding (9‑0)
• Appointed Bruce Marceau to Downtown Cambridge Business Improvement Area Board (9‑0)
• Approved Riverbank Drive Zoning By‑law Amendment and Plan of Subdivision (9‑0)
• Adopted Parkland Dedication By‑law (8‑1)
• Received Cemetery Master Plan as guiding document for future planning (9‑0)
• Amended Taxation Interest By‑law penalty to start on day three of default; to be tabled for approval Dec 15 (7‑2)
• Directed staff to review City Hall safety and develop a long‑term access plan (9‑0)

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Planning - Statutory Public Meeting Committee will hold public meetings regarding heritage conservation and development charges. The body will hear presentations and delegations on these specific planning updates.

• Public meeting for Galt Core Heritage Conservation District Plan and Guidelines (25-026-PG)
• Public meeting for Parks and Recreation Development Charges Update Study and By-Law (25-006-CFS)

The council voted 9‑0 to defer the Galt Core Heritage Conservation District Plan and Guidelines to allow further refinement of district boundaries. They approved receiving the Parks and Recreation Development Charges update study, directing staff to collect public comments by February 16 2026 and to bring the related by‑laws to the March 24 2026 council meeting (vote 8‑1). The council also accepted all presentations and correspondence from the meeting (9‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. (9‑0).

• Deferred Galt Core Heritage Conservation District Plan (9‑0)
• Approved receipt of Parks and Recreation Development Charges study; set public comment deadline Feb 16 2026 and target by‑law consideration March 24 2026 (8‑1)
• Received all presentations and correspondence from the meeting (9‑0)
• Adjourned Planning Statutory Public Meeting at 8:00 p.m. (9‑0)

2026 Budget Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council held a Budget Council meeting on November 24, 2025. Council will meet in closed session to discuss confidential contract negotiations. The agenda lists numerous budget amendment proposals from councillors covering the outdoor festival grounds, Soper Park, an OPO projector, City Hall Campus, brand renewal, EV chargers, vehicle replacements, sign replacement, equipment lifecycle, fire‑station lunchroom, and a rate‑stabilization reserve transfer to the tax levy. Written submissions on the proposed 2026 budget are being accepted for future addenda.

• Rate Stabilization Reserve Transfer to Tax Levy – Councillor Shwery amendment
• Electrical EV Chargers – Councillor Ermeta amendment
• Outdoor Festival Grounds amendment – Councillor Hamilton
• City Hall Campus amendment – Councillor Kimpson
• OPO Projector budget amendment – Councillor Roberts

2026 Budget Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council meeting will consider a memo updating the 2026 budget assessment growth and five budget amendment proposals submitted by councillors. The proposals address the Outdoor Festival Grounds, Soper Park, an OPO projector, the City Hall campus, and a brand renewal. No decisions are recorded in this agenda; the items are slated for discussion and possible amendment.

• Councillor Hamilton amendment – Outdoor Festival Grounds
• Councillor Shwery amendment – Soper Park
• Councillor Roberts amendment – OPO Projector
• Councillor Kimpson amendment – City Hall Campus
• Councillor Kimpson amendment – Brand Renewal

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will consider a range of reports and presentations, including a WRPS briefing on CCTV and automatic license‑plate recognition. After a closed‑session discussion of confidential matters, the council will vote on By‑law 25‑036, the third and final reading authorizing a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. Additional items include updates on affordable housing, the Arts and Culture Hub, and development‑charge indexing.

• By‑law 25‑036 – third reading to authorize a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc.
• WRPS presentation on Closed‑Circuit Television (CCTV) & Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) program
• Affordable Housing Development at 579 Grand Ridge Drive and 25 Chalmers Street South
• Arts and Culture Hub project update at 19 Cambridge Street
• Annual indexing of development charges effective December 1 2025

The council approved two affordable‑housing RFP awards to Union Community Housing for the sites at 579 Grand Ridge Drive and 25 Chalmers Street South (9‑0). It directed staff to begin deeming by‑laws as needed (9‑0) and enacted a franchise agreement by‑law with Enbridge Gas Inc. and a delegated‑authority by‑law (9‑0). The Arts and Culture Hub project at 19 Cambridge Street was deferred for further review (8‑1). The consent agenda items, presentation receipts, and adjournment were all adopted unanimously.

• Approved affordable‑housing awards for 579 Grand Ridge Drive and 25 Chalmers Street South (9‑0)
• Directed staff to initiate deeming by‑laws as needed (9‑0)
• Deferred Arts and Culture Hub project at 19 Cambridge Street (8‑1)
• Enacted franchise agreement by‑law with Enbridge Gas Inc. and delegated‑authority by‑law (9‑0)
• Adopted consent agenda items including municipal significant events and development charge indexing (9‑0)
• Received all presentations and correspondence from the meeting (9‑0)
• Passed confirmatory by‑law confirming council proceedings (9‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m. (9‑0)

2026 Budget Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will consider delegations and public submissions on the 2026 Proposed Mayor's Budget. Topics include the immigration partnership, stormwater fee proposals, the Cambridge Memorial Hospital budget request, and the Galt Observatory project. Written submissions are accepted for inclusion in a future addendum. The meeting is open to the public in person at 46 Dickson Street, 3rd Floor.

• Delegations on the 2026 Proposed Mayor's Budget (e.g., Waterloo Region Immigration Partnership, Joseph Puopolo, Nina Deeb)
• Heather Emberley submission on stormwater fees
• TW Properties submission on stormwater fees
• Lisa Short and Patrick Gaskin (Cambridge Memorial Hospital) submission on the 2026 budget
• Tom Smith presentation on the Galt Observatory Project

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Planning Statutory Public Meeting Committee will hear presentations on two proposed zoning bylaw amendments: one for 155 Guelph Avenue and another for 165 Cherry Blossom Road. After a closed‑session orientation training for council members, the committee will hold public meetings to discuss each proposal. No decisions are recorded on the agenda; the items are for discussion and public input.

• Presentation on Proposed ZBA – 155 Guelph Avenue
• Presentation on Proposed OPA and ZBA – 165 Cherry Blossom Road
• Closed session for council orientation training
• Public Meeting for Proposed ZBA – 155 Guelph Avenue
• Public Meeting for Proposed OPA and ZBA – 165 Cherry Blossom Road

The council voted to convene a closed session to consider confidential land acquisition and negotiation matters. After the closed session, they voted to rise and reconvene the open meeting. They then approved receiving all presentations and correspondence from the planning statutory public meeting and finally adjourned the meeting.

• Closed session authorized (7‑0) – Motion 25‑221
• Closed session ended, open session resumed (9‑0) – Motion 25‑222
• Received all presentations and correspondence (9‑0) – Motion 25‑223
• Meeting adjourned (9‑0) – Motion 25‑224

Special Council Meeting - Workshop

The City of Cambridge Council will conduct a workshop to review property standards and lot maintenance. This session is for providing directions to staff; no public delegations will be registered.

• Property Standards and Lot Maintenance Workshop
• Review of Draft PS By-law 2025
• Review of Lot Maintenance By-law XXX-25 i

The council voted to receive and file all presentations and correspondence from the November 4, 2025 workshop. The motion passed unanimously (9‑0). The council then adjourned the workshop at 8:31 p.m., also by a unanimous 9‑0 vote.

• Approved receipt and filing of workshop presentations (9‑0)
• Adjourned workshop at 8:31 p.m. (9‑0)

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will vote on two by‑laws: one to repeal a heritage designation for 1261 Dundas Street South and designate 41 Bastien Street as a cultural heritage property, and another to adopt Amendment No. 96 to the Official Plan updating parkland dedication policies. A motion to introduce rent‑protection measures for tenants, first raised on October 14, will also be debated. The agenda includes updates on the Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan and a form‑based zoning review.

• By‑law 25‑069: repeal designation by‑law 21‑082 for 1261 Dundas St South; designate 41 Bastien St as cultural heritage
• By‑law 25‑070: adopt Official Plan Amendment No 96 to update parkland dedication policies
• Motion on rent‑protection for tenants (introduced Oct 14, 2025)
• Presentation and reports on the 2024‑2028 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan
• Comprehensive Zoning By‑law Review – Form‑Based Zoning Update (item 25‑023‑PG)

The council approved a resolution requesting provincial protection against excessive rent increases (8‑1). It also enacted two by‑laws: one repealing a designation by‑law for 1261 Dundas Street South and designating 41 Bastien Street as a cultural heritage property, and another adopting Amendment No. 96 to update parkland dedication policies (both 9‑0). Additional actions included approving the Kinsmen Stadium naming rights agreement (9‑0), adopting the 2024‑2028 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan (9‑0), receiving the Form‑Based Zoning Update report (8‑1), and moving from closed to open session (8‑0).

• Rent‑protection resolution passed (8‑1)
• Heritage and parkland by‑laws enacted (9‑0)
• Kinsmen Stadium naming rights agreement approved (9‑0)
• 2024‑2028 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan adopted (9‑0)
• Form‑Based Zoning Update report received (8‑1)
• Council rose from closed session (8‑0)
• Closed session convened to consider confidential matters (6‑0)

2026 Budget Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will receive the proposed 2026 Mayor's Budget and hear a presentation by Mayor Jan Liggett and Chief Financial Officer Sheena Pawliwec. The meeting will not adjourn until the amendment period concludes. Written submissions on the budget are accepted via email.

• Presentation on Proposed 2026 Mayor's Budget
• 2026 Proposed Mayor's Budget to be released online
• Budget delegations permitted until November 6, 2025
• Written submissions accepted via email
• Meeting will not adjourn until amendment period ends

The Cambridge City Council voted to remove several projects from the 2026 budget, including the Outdoor Festival Grounds and the Old Post Office projection equipment. Most of Councillor Ermeta's proposed deletions were defeated. The council approved a $2.4 million transfer from the Rate Stabilization Reserve to reduce the 2026 budget and lower the tax levy.

• Removed Outdoor Festival Grounds Construction from 2026 budget (8‑1)
• Deferred Soper Park Outdoor Recreation Complex to 2027 budget (7‑2)
• Removed Old Post Office Projection Equipment from 2026 budget (9‑0)
• Removed Civic Facilities Space Study from 2026 budget (8‑1)
• Removed Brand Renewal from 2026 budget (9‑0)
• Defeated removal of EV Chargers project (4‑5)
• Defeated removal of 2015 Ford Explorer vehicle project (2‑7)
• Approved $2.4M transfer from Rate Stabilization Reserve to reduce 2026 budget and tax levy (6‑3)

Special Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will meet on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 46 Dickson Street, with hybrid attendance options. The agenda includes a call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, and a closed‑session session to consider confidential litigation updates under the Municipal Act. No public items or decisions are listed.

• Call to Order
• Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
• Closed Session – confidential litigation update
• Adjournment

At the special council meeting, a motion (25-207) was moved by Councillor Cooper and seconded by Councillor Kimpson to convene a closed session at 5:46 p.m. The council voted 7‑0 in favour, authorizing the closed session to consider confidential litigation matters and solicitor‑client privileged advice. The closed session will continue at the October 28, 2025 council meeting.

• Approved closed session to consider confidential litigation (7‑0)

Council Meeting

City Council will review the 2026 Strong Mayor Budget Process and the 2024-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. The meeting includes a presentation on the 2025 Annual Impact Report from Reep Green Solutions and a closed session regarding a confidential HR matter.

• 2026 Strong Mayor Budget Process (25-039-CRS)
• 2024-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (25-041-CRS)
• Kinsmen Stadium Accessible Amenity Building Sponsorship Agreement (25-008 CS)
• Proposed 2026 Council and Standing Committee Meeting Schedule (25-037-CRS)
• Reep Green Solutions Annual Impact Report presentation

The council adopted the consent agenda and approved the 2026 Strong Mayor budget process, shortening amendment and override periods. It formally reprimanded Councillor Cooper for code‑of‑conduct violations and required him to complete sensitivity training within three months. Motions to suspend Cooper’s remuneration for ten days were defeated. The meeting concluded with routine procedural motions.

• Closed Session convened (Motion 25-196) – Carried (9 to 0)
• Council rose from Closed Session (Motion 25-197) – Carried (9 to 0)
• Received 2026 Strong Mayor Budget Process report and shortened statutory periods (Motion 25-198) – Carried (8 to 1)
• Adopted Consent Agenda items (Motion 25-199) – Carried (9 to 0)
• Formal reprimand of Councillor Cooper and required sensitivity training (Motion 25-203) – Carried (6 to 2)
• Motions to suspend Cooper’s remuneration for ten days (Motions 25-200, 25-201, 25-202) – Defeated (4 to 4)
• Received and filed all presentations and correspondence (Motion 25-204) – Carried (9 to 0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:00 p.m. (Motion 25-206) – Carried (9 to 0)

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Planning - Statutory Public Meeting Committee will hold a public meeting regarding the Hespeler Heritage Conservation District Plan. The session includes a presentation by Senior Planner Jeremy Parsons and a closed session to discuss confidential legal advice and negotiations.

• Public meeting for 25-015-PG Hespeler Heritage Conservation District Plan
• Closed session regarding litigation, solicitor-client privilege, and negotiation instructions

The council voted to hold a closed session at 5:30 p.m. to discuss confidential legal matters, passing the motion 8‑0. They then rose from closed session and resumed the open meeting at 6:36 p.m., approved 9‑0. The council received the report on the Hespeler Heritage Conservation District Plan and all related presentations and correspondence, each approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m. with a 9‑0 vote.

• Approved closed session to consider confidential legal matters (8‑0)
• Rose from closed session and reconvened open session (9‑0)
• Received Hespeler Heritage Conservation District Plan public‑meeting report (9‑0)
• Received all presentations and correspondence from the meeting (9‑0)
• Adjourned the Planning – Statutory Public Meeting (9‑0)

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will vote on six by-laws designating five properties as heritage sites under the Ontario Heritage Act. It will also consider a motion to prevent the forced removal of unhoused persons during extreme weather events and review several planning and infrastructure reports, including an official plan amendment for Grand Avenue South and an energy‑conservation demand management plan. Additional items include a limited‑parking regulation for Queen Street and routine consent‑agenda approvals.

• Adopt six heritage designation by-laws for 231 Queenston Road, 44 Wellington Street, 58 Ainslie Street South, 1370 Maple Grove Road, and 4 Veterans Way
• Motion to prevent forced removal of unhoused persons during extreme weather events
• Presentation of Recommendation Report for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By‑law Amendment – 32, 36 & 38 Grand Ave South
• Presentation of Energy Conservation Demand Management (ECDM) Plan Update 2025‑2029
• Consideration of 15‑minute limited parking regulation on Queen Street

The Cambridge City Council adopted its consent agenda and approved several motions, including a 12‑month pilot for a 15‑minute limited parking regulation on Queen Street. It also approved the Preston Secondary Plan update, a council compensation review, a noise exemption for a Francophone Day ceremony, and the naming of the Kinsmen Stadium announcer booth after Coach Mark Woodfield. The motion directing staff to report on preventing forced removals of unhoused persons during extreme weather was defeated.

• Closed Session convened (Motion 25-176) – Carried (9‑0)
• 15‑minute limited parking regulation pilot on Queen Street approved (Motion 25-178) – Carried (9‑0)
• Preston Secondary Plan update approved (Motion 25-181) – Carried (9‑0)
• Council Compensation Review – Option A approved and funded (Motion 25-182) – Carried (9‑0)
• Noise exemption for Francophone Day Flag Raising ceremony approved (Motion 25-180) – Carried (9‑0)
• Energy Conservation Demand Management Plan Update received; resources to be considered (Motion 25-183) – Carried (6‑3)
• Announcer booth at Kinsmen Stadium named for Coach Mark Woodfield (Motion 25-185) – Carried (9‑0)
• Direction to report on preventing forced removals of unhoused persons during extreme weather defeated (Motion 25-186) – Defeated (3‑6)

Special Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will meet virtually on September 22, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. The agenda includes a closed‑session portion to consider confidential security matters relating to municipal property and personal matters about identifiable individuals. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Meeting called to order
• Closed session to consider confidential security matters under Municipal Act section 239(2)(a) and (b)
• Adjournment

Special Council Meeting - Workshop

The Cambridge City Council will hold a workshop to review the Cambridge Housing Strategy presentation. No formal decisions are scheduled; staff will receive direction based on the discussion.

• Presentation on Cambridge Housing Strategy (PDF attached)
• Motion to Receive

The council voted to receive all presentations and correspondence from the September 11 housing strategy workshop. The motion passed unanimously (8‑0). The council then voted to adjourn the meeting at 6:35 p.m., also passing unanimously (8‑0).

• Received workshop presentations and correspondence (8‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:35 p.m. (8‑0)

Special Council Meeting

City Council will discuss the acquisition of the Civic Legion Park property located at 575 Margaret Street. Additionally, Councillor Kimpson has provided notice to rescind previously adopted motions regarding this property acquisition from September 2, 2025.

• Property acquisition of 575 Margaret Street (Civic Legion Park)
• Notice to rescind motions related to 25-032-OCM 575 Margaret Street
• Confirmatory By-law 25-057

Council rescinded a prior deferral and amendment concerning the Civic Legion Park site and then approved the acquisition of the property at 575 Margaret Street for $4,000,000 plus taxes and ancillary costs, authorizing the termination of the Royal Canadian Legion lease and the related fund transfer. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Rescinded deferral of report 25-032-OCM (8‑1)
• Rescinded amendment requiring Phase 2 environmental assessment (9‑0)
• Approved purchase of 575 Margaret Street for $4,000,000 plus taxes and $100,000 ancillary costs (9‑0)
• Authorized termination of the 2018 lease with Branch 126 Royal Canadian Legion (9‑0)
• Approved transfer of approximately $4,000,000 plus taxes and ancillary costs from project A/01605-10 (9‑0)
• Received all presentations and correspondence from the September 9 meeting (9‑0)
• Passed confirmatory by‑law 25‑057 to confirm council proceedings (9‑0)
• Adjourned the special council meeting at 8:28 p.m. (9‑0)

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Planning Statutory Public Meeting Committee will hold a public meeting on the Official Plan Amendment (OPA) and Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) for the property at 1280 Dundas St S. A presentation on this item will be given by Michael Witmer of GSP Group. Delegations and correspondence related to the OPA and ZBA will also be received.

• Public Meeting re: OPA and ZBA - 1280 Dundas St S
• Presentation by Michael Witmer (GSP Group) on OPA and ZBA
• Delegation by Nigel Botterill on OPA and ZBA
• Correspondence from Linda Albright-Thiel on OPA and ZBA

The Planning Statutory Public Meeting Committee voted to convene a closed session to consider personal, land acquisition, litigation and legal advice matters (Motion 25‑165). After the closed session, the committee rose to open session (Motion 25‑166), received all presentations and correspondence from the meeting (Motion 25‑167), and then adjourned at 8:12 p.m. (Motion 25‑168). All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved closed‑session to consider confidential matters (8‑0, Motion 25‑165)
• Rose from closed‑session to reconvene in open session (9‑0, Motion 25‑166)
• Received all presentations and correspondence from the September 9 meeting (9‑0, Motion 25‑167)
• Adjourned the Planning Statutory Public Meeting Committee (9‑0, Motion 25‑168)

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will consider and vote on three by‑laws that amend the Zoning By‑law and adopt an Official Plan amendment affecting 220‑222 Blair Road and 355 Chilligo Road. The meeting also includes a presentation of the recommendation report for the Chilligo Road amendment and a proposal to acquire the Civic Legion Park property at 575 Margaret Street. Motions to reinstate rent control and to prevent forced removal of unhoused persons are introduced but will be discussed at the September 23, 2025 meeting.

• By‑law 25‑053 – amendment to Zoning By‑law 150‑85 for 220 and 222 Blair Road
• By‑law 25‑054 – adoption of Amendment No. 94 to the Official Plan for 355 Chilligo Road
• By‑law 25‑055 – amendment to Zoning By‑law 150‑85 for 355 Chilligo Road
• Presentation of Recommendation Report for Official Plan and Zoning By‑law amendment – 355 Chilligo Road
• Proposal to acquire Civic Legion Park property at 575 Margaret Street

The council adopted the consent agenda, approved a holding‑removal zoning amendment for 220‑222 Blair Road, dissolved the Economic Development Advisory Committee and created a working group, and approved the official‑plan and zoning amendments that re‑designate 355 Chilligo Road from agricultural to residential. It also directed a Phase 2 environmental study for the Civic Legion Park site, deferred a related report, and enacted by‑laws for Blair and Chilligo Roads, while authorizing a public‑art contract for the Recreation Complex.

• Adopted consent agenda (9‑0)
• Approved holding‑removal zoning amendment for 220‑222 Blair Road (8‑0)
• Dissolved Economic Development Advisory Committee and created Working Group (9‑0)
• Approved Cambridge Recreation Complex public‑art contract (9‑0)
• Approved official‑plan and zoning amendments for 355 Chilligo Road (9‑0)
• Directed Phase 2 environmental study for 575 Margaret St – Civic Legion Park (6‑3)
• Deferred report 25‑032‑OCM to Oct 28 2025 (9‑0)
• Enacted by‑laws for Blair Road and Chilligo Road zoning amendments (8‑0, 9‑0)

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will vote on a series of by‑laws that amend the Official Plan and Zoning By‑law for the property at 312 St Andrews Street. Additional by‑laws will amend the Official Plan and Zoning By‑law for 387 Green Gate Boulevard, update parking regulations, and authorize debentures for capital projects. Presentations on a greenhouse‑gas emissions study and a Core Areas Transformation Fund funding request will also be considered.

• By‑law 25-045 – Adopt Official Plan amendment for 312 St Andrews Street
• By‑law 25-046 – Amend Zoning By‑law for 312 St Andrews Street
• By‑law 25-047 – Adopt Official Plan amendment for 387 Green Gate Boulevard
• By‑law 25-048 – Amend Zoning By‑law for 387 Green Gate Boulevard
• By‑law 25-049 – Authorize issuance of debentures for the Capital Funding Program

Council approved Official Plan Amendment No. 92 and a zoning by‑law amendment that removes the maximum density restriction and changes the zoning of 312 St Andrews Street to Multiple Residential (RM3). The council also approved Official Plan Amendment No. 93 and related zoning changes for 387 Green Gate Boulevard, increasing density to 87 units per hectare and permitting 184 stacked townhouses. Additional actions included funding a lighting installation on Park Hill Bridge, allocating $3,025,000 debt financing for an accessible ball diamond, and adopting several by‑laws on parking, traffic, heritage and other matters.

• Approved Core Areas Transformation Fund lighting installation on Park Hill Bridge (8‑0)
• Approved receipt and referral of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Feasibility Study (7‑1)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment No. 92 and zoning amendment for 312 St Andrews Street (8‑0)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment No. 93 and zoning amendment for 387 Green Gate Boulevard (7‑1)
• Approved $3,025,000 debt funding for Accessible Ball Diamond (8‑0)
• Adopted by‑laws amending parking, traffic, heritage and official plan/zoning (motion 25‑150)
• Appointed members to multiple advisory committees (8‑0)
• Adopted consent agenda items (8‑0)

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Planning Statutory Public Meeting Committee will hear presentations and public input on proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments. The meeting includes specific property developments and a city-wide policy change regarding parkland dedication.

• Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment for 32, 36 and 38 Grand Ave S
• Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment for 355 Chilligo Road
• Official Plan Amendment for Parkland Dedication Policies (25-082-CD)

The Planning Statutory Public Meeting Committee approved a closed session (9‑0) and then rose to open session (9‑0). It voted to receive all presentations and correspondence presented at the meeting (9‑0). The committee adjourned the meeting (9‑0).

• Closed session approved (9-0)
• Reopened to open session (9-0)
• Received all presentations and correspondence (9-0)
• Committee adjourned (9-0)

Council Meeting

Cambridge City Council will consider a naming rights and sponsorship agreement for the FIBA Gymnasium at the Cambridge Recreation Complex and a by-law to close a laneway between 26 and 28 Norfolk Avenue. The meeting will also include presentations on the 2025 Asset Management Plan and the appointment of advisory committee members.

• FIBA Gymnasium naming rights and sponsorship agreement
• By-law to close laneway between 26 and 28 Norfolk Avenue
• 2025 Asset Management Plan presentation
• Appointments to advisory committees
• Blenheim Local Improvement Special Charges By-Law

The council received and approved the naming‑rights and sponsorship agreement for three gymnasiums at 655 Wesley Blvd, naming them “Elements Engineering Gymnasium”. It also endorsed the 2025 Asset Management Plan and adopted several by‑laws, including a special‑charges by‑law for Blenheim Road and a laneway closure on Norfolk Avenue. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Approved Naming Rights & Sponsorship Agreement for three gymnasiums, naming them “Elements Engineering Gymnasium” (9‑0)
• Endorsed the 2025 Asset Management Plan and directed its publication (9‑0)
• Approved Blenheim Local Improvement Special Charges By‑law (9‑0)
• Approved Updated Noise Exemption for municipal events (9‑0)
• Enacted by‑law to stop‑up and close the laneway between 26‑28 Norfolk Avenue (9‑0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda items for July 8 2025 (9‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:52 p.m. (9‑0)

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will consider By‑law 25‑037 to confirm support for a minor restructuring proposal and to authorize a Boundary Adjustment Agreement with the Township of North Dumfries. Other agenda items include firework recommendations from the regional working group, several heritage permit applications, and updates on bridge construction and advisory committee appointments.

• By‑law 25‑037 – support for minor restructuring and Boundary Adjustment Agreement with North Dumfries
• Boundary Adjustment documents (25‑014‑OCM) between Cambridge and North Dumfries
• Heritage Permit Application for 215 Queen Street West (25‑064‑CD)
• Recommendation to designate 231 Queenston Road under the Ontario Heritage Act (25‑045‑CD)
• Black Bridge Road and Bridge Construction report (25‑027‑CRS)

The council approved the Boundary Adjustment Agreement with North Dumfries and forwarded it to the Region of Waterloo and the provincial minister. It deferred the firework recommendations and the Deeming By‑law report for later consideration. Advisory committee appointments were confirmed, and the $16,911,765 Black Bridge Road and Bridge Construction contract was awarded to Sierra Bridge Inc. The council also approved a heritage permit for 215 Queen Street West.

• Closed session convened (7‑0) – Motion 25‑108
• Boundary Adjustment Agreement received and forwarded (9‑0) – Motion 25‑111
• Firework report speaking restriction defeated (1‑7) – Motion 25‑112
• Firework report deferred pending noise by‑law (6‑2) – Motion 25‑113
• Deeming By‑law report deferred (9‑0) – Motion 25‑114
• Appointments to advisory committees approved (9‑0) – Motion 25‑115
• Black Bridge Road contract awarded to Sierra Bridge Inc. for $16,911,765 (9‑0) – Motion 25‑116
• Heritage permit for 215 Queen Street West approved (9‑0) – Motion 25‑117

Special Council Meeting - Workshop

The City of Cambridge Council will meet for a workshop featuring a presentation by GEI Consultants. The session focuses on the Draft Asset Management Plan.

• Asset Management Workshop presentation by GEI Consultants
• Review of the Draft Asset Management Plan

The council voted to receive all presentations and correspondence from the June 5, 2025 workshop, with all eight members in favour. They then voted unanimously to adjourn the workshop at 6:47 p.m. Staff were directed to provide further education on financial strategies to avoid placing the infrastructure gap burden entirely on taxpayers.

• Received all presentations and correspondence (8‑0)
• Adjourned workshop at 6:47 p.m. (8‑0)
• Directed staff to develop education on financial strategies (no vote)

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Planning Statutory Public Meeting Committee will hold presentations and public meetings on proposed Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law amendments for the properties at 8 Schofield Street and 387 Green Gate Boulevard. Presentations will be given by Richard Kelly‑Ruetz of GSP Group and Dave Aston of MHBC. Delegations will be heard from the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 272 Hespeler President and a private citizen regarding the 8 Schofield Street amendment. No decisions are recorded on the agenda.

• Presentation by Richard Kelly‑Ruetz (GSP Group) – Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law amendment – 8 Schofield Street
• Presentation by Dave Aston (MHBC) – Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law amendment – 387 Green Gate Boulevard
• Public Meeting on Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law amendment – 8 Schofield Street
• Public Meeting on Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law amendment – 387 Green Gate Boulevard
• Delegations on 8 Schofield Street amendment – Royal Canadian Legion Branch 272 Hespeler President and Heather Hagey

The Planning Statutory Public Meeting Committee approved Motion 25-104 to receive all presentations and correspondence, with a 9‑to‑0 vote. The Committee then approved Motion 25-105 to adjourn the meeting, also by a 9‑to‑0 vote. No other motions were voted on.

• Motion 25-104: Receive all presentations and correspondence – carried (9‑0)
• Motion 25-105: Adjourn the meeting – carried (9‑0)
• Directed staff to ensure barrier‑free entrances for 8 Schofield Street development
• Directed staff to inquire about retaining landscape features at 8 Schofield Street
• Directed staff to explore visitor parking and additional parking options for 8 Schofield Street
• Directed staff to incorporate 2022 Forecasted Parking Demand Study for 8 Schofield Street
• Directed staff to investigate drainage impacts and sound‑barrier wall for 8 Schofield Street
• Directed staff to consider reducing density and adding three‑bedroom unit variations for 8 Schofield Street

Special Council Meeting - Development Charges Complaint Hearing

The City of Cambridge is holding a special council meeting to hear a complaint regarding development charges. The agenda indicates a procedural hearing with no specific agenda items listed.

• Development Charges Complaint Hearing
• Special Council Meeting

Council Meeting

City Council will consider a new Parks Master Plan and the 2024 Financial Report. The body will also discuss heritage designations for several properties and a motion regarding road salt pollution.

• Parks Master Plan and Implementation Plan
• 2024 Financial Report and Audit Findings Report
• Heritage designations for 82 Beverly Street and 63 Water Street South
• Recommendation for batch designation of listed heritage properties
• Municipal Franchise Agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc

The council adopted the consent agenda and approved several by‑laws, including heritage designations for multiple properties and for 82 Beverly Street and 63 Water Street South. It passed a resolution urging the Ontario government to take urgent action on road‑salt pollution. The council also denied a noise exemption for the Rising Tide Music & Arts Festival and approved the Parks Master Plan, the 2024 audited financial statements, and the Lease and Licensing Policy.

• Adopted consent agenda items (8‑0)
• Passed resolution urging province to act on road‑salt pollution (7‑1)
• Denied noise exemption for Rising Tide Music & Arts Festival (8‑0)
• Approved batch heritage designation of four properties (44 Wellington St, 58 Ainslie St South, 1370 Maple Grove Rd, 4 Veterans Way) (8‑0)
• Approved Parks Master Plan subject to future funding (8‑0)
• Approved 2024 audited financial statements (8‑0)
• Enacted heritage by‑laws for 82 Beverly Street and 63 Water Street South (8‑0)
• Endorsed and approved Lease and Licensing Policy (8‑0)

Council Meeting

Cambridge City Council will review Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 579 Grand Ridge Drive. The meeting also includes discussions on a 2025 speed management plan and municipal speed camera site selection.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 579 Grand Ridge Drive
• 2025 Speed Management Action Plan
• Municipal Speed Camera Site Selection
• Critical ice making component replacements for Dickson and Duncan McIntosh Arenas
• Township of North Dumfries Fire Protection Agreement

Council approved Official Plan Amendment No. 90 and a Zoning By‑law Amendment to rezone the 579 Grand Ridge Drive site from R5/OS1 to (H)RM3 S. 4.1.488, permitting a multi‑unit residential development. The council also adopted safety recommendations for the Grand Ridge Drive and Cedar Street intersection and endorsed the 2025 Speed Management Action Plan and an expansion of the municipal speed‑camera program to ten additional locations. In the financial package, the council allocated the $3,062,493 tax‑supported operating surplus and the $2,356,004 water surplus to various reserve funds, and approved the appointment of KPMG as auditor and a new board of directors for GrandBridge Corporation.

• Approved Official Plan Amendment No. 90 for 579 Grand Ridge Drive (8‑0)
• Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment to rezone 579 Grand Ridge Drive to (H)RM3 S. 4.1.488 (8‑0)
• Adopted safety recommendations for Grand Ridge Drive & Cedar Street intersection (8‑0)
• Allocated $3,062,493 tax‑supported operating surplus to reserve funds (8‑0)
• Transferred $2,356,004 water surplus to water reserve funds (8‑0)
• Approved appointment of KPMG as auditor for GrandBridge Corporation (8‑0)
• Approved appointment of eight directors to GrandBridge Corporation board (8‑0)
• Endorsed expansion of municipal speed‑camera program to ten additional locations (8‑0)

Court of Revision

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the record.

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Planning Statutory Public Meeting Committee will hear presentations and public input on two amendment proposals: the 25-052-CD Comprehensive Zoning By-law with a companion Official Plan Amendment, and an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 312 St Andrews Street. Delegations will be received for the 25-052-CD items. No decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• Presentation by Bryan Cooper on 25-052-CD Comprehensive Zoning By-law and companion Official Plan Amendment
• Presentation by Scott Patterson on Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment – 312 St Andrews Street
• Public Meeting on 25-052-CD Comprehensive Zoning By-law and companion Official Plan Amendment
• Public Meeting on Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment – 312 St Andrews Street
• Delegations from Dan Illes and Valerie Cameron on 25-052-CD amendment

The Planning‑Statutory Public Meeting Committee approved a motion (25‑070) to receive all presentations and correspondence from the May 6, 2025 meeting. A second motion (25‑071) to adjourn the committee was also carried. Both motions passed with a 9‑to‑0 vote.

• Motion 25‑070 to receive presentations and correspondence – carried (9‑0)
• Motion 25‑071 to adjourn the Planning‑Statutory Public Meeting Committee – carried (9‑0)

Special Council Meeting

City Council will review a project initiation report for the Preston Secondary Plan. The body is also considering the enactment of an Interim Control Bylaw regarding lands within the Preston area.

• 25-046-CD Preston Secondary Plan Project Initiation Report
• 25-048-CD Interim Control Bylaw for Preston
• By-law 25-027: Interim Control By-law for lands in the Preston area
• By-law 25-028: Confirmatory By-law

The council received the Preston Secondary Plan Project Initiation Report and ordered the Chief Planner to begin a review of Official Plan policies and Zoning By-law regulations for the Preston area. All presentations and correspondence from the meeting were formally received. A confirmatory by‑law was passed, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Received Preston Secondary Plan Project Initiation Report (9‑0)
• Directed Chief Planner to review Official Plan policies and Zoning By‑law for Preston (9‑0)
• Withdrew Interim Control Bylaw for Preston (report withdrawn, no vote)
• Received all presentations and correspondence from the meeting (9‑0)
• Passed Confirmatory By‑law 25‑074 confirming council proceedings (9‑0)
• Adjourned the special council meeting (9‑0)

Council Meeting

City Council will review recommendation reports for zoning and official plan changes at 25 Chalmers Street South and 240-276 Limerick Drive. The meeting also includes a review of the 2025 Community Grants Program and the 2025 Final Tax Levy By-law.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for 25 Chalmers Street South
• Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment for 240-276 Limerick Drive
• 2025 Community Grants Program (applications categorized by $25,000 threshold)
• 2025 Final Tax Levy By-law
• By-law 25-022 regarding debentures for asset rehabilitation and construction

The council adopted the consent agenda and approved the 2025 Community Grants Program, including a $29,700 pilot for a part‑time Volunteer Coordinator. It approved Official Plan Amendment No. 89 and a zoning by‑law amendment to rezone 25 Chalmers Street South for mixed‑use development. The council also approved a zoning amendment and draft subdivision plan for 240‑276 Limerick Road, creating 105 townhouse units. By‑laws establishing 2025 property tax rates and related financial measures were enacted, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.

• Closed session convened to consider confidential matters (5‑0)
• Consent agenda items adopted (7‑0)
• Community Grants Program approved, including $29,700 volunteer coordinator pilot (7‑0)
• Official Plan Amendment No. 89 and zoning amendment for 25 Chalmers St approved (7‑0)
• Zoning amendment and draft subdivision plan for 240‑276 Limerick Rd approved (7‑0)
• By‑laws establishing 2025 tax rates and related financial authorizations enacted (7‑0)
• Confirmatory By‑law 25‑026 passed (7‑0)
• Council adjourned the meeting (7‑0)

Special Council Meeting - Workshop

City staff will provide presentations on the Parks Master Plan and the associated Implementation Plan. This is a Council Workshop where only directions to staff are permitted and no delegations will be registered.

• Parks Master Plan Presentation
• Implementation Plan presentation

The council approved Motion 25-058 to receive all workshop presentations with an 8‑to‑0 vote. It also approved Motion 25-059 to adjourn the workshop, also by an 8‑to‑0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Motion 25-058 to receive presentations carried (8‑0)
• Motion 25-059 to adjourn workshop carried (8‑0)

Council Meeting

Cambridge City Council will review reports on infrastructure performance and community programs. The body is considering the impacts of US tariffs on city spending and property taxes, as well as a traffic calming plan for Old Mill Road.

• Impacts of US Tariffs on City Procurements and Potential Property Tax report
• Old Mill Road Traffic Calming Plan
• Dunbar Road Multi-use Trail Design, Phase 3
• Appointment of a Deputy Treasurer
• Motion regarding a Rental Replacement By-law

The council adopted the consent agenda and approved a resolution asking the provincial and federal governments to redistribute a portion of the Land Transfer Tax and GST to support sustainable infrastructure. It also directed the chief planner to study a rental‑replacement by‑law, approved funding for a lighting project in Hespeler Village, and adopted the Old Mill Road traffic‑calming plan.

• Adopted consent agenda (8‑0) (Motion 25-045)
• Approved resolution requesting redistribution of Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities (8‑0) (Motion 25-046)
• Directed chief planner to report on rental‑replacement by‑law feasibility (7‑1) (Motion 25-047)
• Received Cambridge Newcomer Outreach Program Summary report (8‑0) (Motion 25-048)
• Approved appointment of Acting CFO/Treasurer and enacted by‑law (8‑0) (Motion 25-049)
• Directed staff to monitor US tariffs and implement property tax/fee deferral program (8‑0) (Motion 25-050)
• Approved funding for Hespeler Village BIA lighting via Core Areas Transformation Fund (8‑0) (Motion 25-051)
• Approved Old Mill Road traffic‑calming plan alteration (8‑0) (Motion 25-053)

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Planning Statutory Public Meeting will hear a presentation by Andrew Head of Dryden, Smith & Head on a proposed Official Plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment for 130 Guelph Avenue. The committee will discuss and potentially vote on the amendment during the public meeting item. The agenda also includes standard items such as disclosures of pecuniary interest, public meeting notice, delegations, correspondence, and adjournment.

• Presentation by Andrew Head on proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for 130 Guelph Avenue
• Public meeting item to consider the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 130 Guelph Avenue

The council directed staff to investigate schools, crosswalks, parking minimums, amenity spaces, and accessibility for the proposed 130 Guelph Avenue Official Plan and Zoning amendment. Motion 25-043 to receive all presentations and correspondence was carried unanimously (9‑0). Motion 25-044 to adjourn the meeting was also carried unanimously (9‑0).

• Motion 25-043 to receive presentations and correspondence carried (9-0)
• Motion 25-044 to adjourn the planning meeting carried (9-0)

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will hear presentations and a recommendation on Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for sites 229, 235, 239 and 247 on Royal Oak Road. A closed session will follow to discuss confidential matters including a proposed land lease and litigation updates. Routine items on the consent agenda, such as development covenant replacements and a goods and services award, will be approved together. Two motions – one on provincial land transfer tax redistribution and another on a rental replacement by-law – will be introduced but not debated until the April 15 meeting.

• Presentation and recommendation for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments – 229, 235, 239, 247 Royal Oak Road (item 25-029-CD)
• Closed Session to consider confidential lease negotiation and litigation updates under the Municipal Act
• Consent agenda item: Request to replace Development Covenants for 2420 and 2780 Townline Road (item 25-001-CRE)
• Goods and Services award under Procurement By-law 19-187 (item 25-007-CRS)
• Notice of Motion to request redistribution of Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST (discussion deferred to April 15)

The council adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 88 to redesignate the Royal Oak Road lands to Business Industrial and Natural Open Space. It also approved a Zoning By-law amendment to rezone the same lands to M1 (Industrial) and OS1 with site‑specific conditions, including a concrete wall and lighting requirements. Related by‑laws (25‑013 and 25‑014) and a noise‑exemption for the Champs for Charity Boxing event were also approved.

• Approved Official Plan Amendment No. 88 for Royal Oak Road (8‑0)
• Approved Zoning By‑law amendment to rezone Royal Oak Road to M1 and OS1 (8‑0)
• Adopted by‑law 25‑013 to enact Official Plan Amendment No. 88 (8‑0)
• Adopted by‑law 25‑014 to amend Zoning By‑law 150‑85 for Royal Oak Road (8‑0)
• Approved noise‑exemption for Champs for Charity Boxing Event on April 4 2025 (8‑0)
• Adopted all items on the consent agenda (8‑0)
• Approved motion to receive and file all presentations and correspondence (8‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m. (8‑0)

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Cambridge Planning Committee will hold a statutory public meeting to discuss a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for properties at 1070 and 1140 Main Street. The meeting will be held in person at Council Chambers and streamed online.

• Public meeting for 1070 and 1140 Main Street (ZBA, OPA, Draft Plan of Subdivision)
• Hybrid meeting format available at Council Chambers, 46 Dickson Street
• Delegates must register by noon on March 4, 2025
• Public delegations may speak in person or by telephone
• Meeting streamed live at @CityOfCambridgeOn/streams

Council Meeting

The Cambridge City Council will discuss several reports, including a request to alter a designated retaining wall at 45 Blair Road, a recommendation to amend the Zoning By-law for 1273 Concession Road, and a Housing Needs Assessment (HAF Initiative No. 9). The meeting also includes a closed‑session session for confidential legal matters and a series of by‑law votes on heritage designations and traffic regulations.

• Presentation on request to alter a designated structure – 45 Blair Road retaining wall (25-015-CD)
• Recommendation report for Zoning By‑law amendment – 1273 Concession Road (25-017-CD, By‑law 25-005)
• Housing Needs Assessment – HAF Initiative No. 9 (25-019-CD)
• By‑law 25-003 to designate 16 Byng Avenue as a heritage property
• By‑law 25-005 to amend Zoning By‑law No. 150‑85 for 1273 Concession Road

Special Council Meeting - Workshop

The Cambridge City Council held a special workshop on February 18, 2025. The meeting was in‑person only, not livestreamed, and no public delegations were accepted; only directions to staff were permitted. The agenda consisted of a presentation by Cambridge Memorial Hospital, provided as a PDF deck. No motions or decisions were scheduled.

• Presentation by Cambridge Memorial Hospital (Cambridge City Council Feb 2025 Presentation Deck.pdf)

Special Council Meeting - Workshop

The special council meeting on February 13, 2025 is a closed workshop. Council will convene in a closed session to receive orientation and training for members. No public items, decisions, or attachments are listed.

Planning - Statutory Public Meeting

The Cambridge Planning Committee will hold a statutory public meeting to discuss Official Plan Amendment OP01/25, which proposes changes to public consultation requirements. The meeting will be hybrid, allowing in-person attendance at Council Chambers or virtual participation via a provided link.

• Statutory public meeting for Official Plan Amendment OP01/25
• Presentation by Planner Maria Skara on the amendment
• Hybrid meeting format with virtual options available

Special Council Meeting

The special council meeting on February 11, 2025 will begin with a closed session covering personal matters, litigation, legal updates, and sponsorship instructions. After the closed session, the council will receive reports on appointments to advisory committees and will consider a confirmatory by‑law. No public delegations are scheduled for this meeting.

• Closed session to discuss personal matters, litigation, legal updates, and sponsorship instructions
• Review and approve appointments to advisory committees (see 25-002-CRS documents)
• Adopt Confirmatory By‑law (see 25-001 document)

Special Joint Council Meeting

The Special Joint Council meeting agenda contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without any decisions or discussions scheduled. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are mentioned.