Kingston public meetings in 2023
34 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee recommended that Council direct staff to work with community partners to build a highly inclusive playground in a City-owned park. The committee also received accessibility updates regarding Arts & Culture Services, adaptable programming, and workplace inclusion.
- Recommended Council direct staff to work with community partners to build a highly inclusive playground in a City-owned park (Carried)
- Approved the meeting agenda (Carried)
- Approved minutes from meeting 04-2023 held June 8, 2023 (Carried)
Planning Committee
The Committee held a community meeting for a development proposal at 47 and 67 Village Drive and a public meeting regarding a City-initiated zoning by-law amendment for 25 properties. No substantive decisions were recorded for the development proposals or the zoning amendment. The Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 17, 2023 meeting.
- Approved amended agenda (Carried)
- Approved minutes of Planning Committee Meeting Number 14-2023 (Carried)
Regular Council
City Council approved a contribution to the Kinsmen Club of Kingston for the 2024 Dream Home project. Council also directed staff to explore public access partnerships with two secondary schools. Several motions of condolence and recognition were passed.
- Approved $34,017.90 contribution from Working Fund Reserve to Kinsmen Club of Kingston (13-0)
- Approved exploration of public access partnerships for amenities at École Secondaire Publique Milles-Îles and École Secondaire Catholique Sainte-Marie-Rivier (13-0)
- Approved addendum (13-0)
- Passed motions of condolence for Lisa Murphy, The Honourable Hugh Segal, and Gregg Rosen (13-0)
- Recognized third week of September as Consent Week (13-0)
- Recognized Matthew Gventer for service to Kingscourt Community Association (13-0)
Housing & Homelessness Advisory Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 22, 2023. Members and the public discussed the Standing Update July 2023, specifically the Welcoming Streets Project pilot and mortgage end phases. No substantive motions were put forward for decision.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved minutes of Meeting 03-2023 (June 22, 2023)
Appeals Committee
The Committee granted two minor variances for a residential fence and commercial signage. Additionally, the compliance deadline for a property order at 712 Victoria Street was extended to allow staff to review an engineering report.
- Approved minor variance for 1576 Davenport Crescent to allow a fence with an average height of 91 inches (Carried)
- Approved minor variance for 636 Gardiners Road to replace three ground signs with new signs of 36.5 square metres each (Carried)
- Extended compliance timeline for Order to Remedy CEPS202300068 at 712 Victoria Street Unit 1 to September 18, 2023 (Carried)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment approved several minor variance applications, including a significant reduction in required visitor parking at 652 Princess Street and increased density for properties on William Street. A request to allow a driveway and walkway to overlap at 355 Melanie Avenue was also approved.
- Approved reducing required visitor parking from 33 to 2 spaces at 652 Princess Street
- Approved walkway and driveway overlap at 355 Melanie Avenue
- Approved density increase and lot area reductions for 204 and 206 William Street
- Provisionally approved severing 204 and 206 William Street into two lots with a right-of-way
- Approved agenda amendment to include addendum
- Approved minutes from meeting 08-2023
Planning Committee
The committee held a community meeting to review a development proposal at 705 Arlington Park Place. No substantive decisions were made regarding the proposal during this session. The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 2, 2023 meeting.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved minutes of Planning Committee Meeting Number 13-2023
Kingston Heritage Properties Committee
The committee approved two heritage permit applications for property alterations. One involves the construction of a deck on Cataraqui Street, and the other involves the reconstruction of a facade and interior structural work at 484 Albert Street & 622 Princess Street.
- Approved construction of a 67 square metre deck at 2-4 Cataraqui Street (Carried)
- Approved reconstruction of the 1964 Vatcher Hall façade at 484 Albert Street & 622 Princess Street (Carried)
- Approved interior structural beams, floor replacement, and Tudor arch recreation at 484 Albert Street & 622 Princess Street (Carried)
- Application for 72-82 Sydenham Street withdrawn
Regular Council
City Council approved an initial study grant of up to $20,000 for 102 Fraser Street under the Brownfield Community Improvement Plan. The council also approved an addendum and waived procedural by-laws to allow several public delegations to speak.
- Approved initial study grant up to $20,000 for 102 Fraser Street (12-0)
- Approved the meeting addendum (13-0)
- Waived Procedural By-Law 2021-41 to allow Aric McBay to speak (13-0)
- Waived Procedural By-Law 2021-41 to allow Tara Kainer to speak (13-0)
- Waived Procedural By-Law 2021-41 to allow Ben Schnitzer to speak (13-0)
- Waived Procedural By-Law 2021-41 to allow Ryan Kuhar to speak (13-0)
- Waived Procedural By-Law 2021-41 to allow Sarah Keyes and Brenda Moore to speak (13-0)
- Extended congratulations to retired journalist Ian MacAlpine (12-0)
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee recommended that Council approve a zoning by-law amendment for a rental development at 1149, 1173, and 1177 Montreal Street. The committee also held a community meeting to discuss development proposals for several sites on Cataraqui Woods Drive, Discovery Avenue, and Innovation Drive.
- Recommended approval of zoning by-law amendment for 1149, 1173 & 1177 Montreal Street (Carried)
- Approved the meeting agenda as amended (Carried)
- Approved minutes from Planning Committee Meeting Number 12-2023 (Carried)
Environment, Infrastructure & Transportation Policies Committee
The committee recommended that Council transition to an automated solid waste system and update related by-laws. It also received the 2023 State of Environment Data Report with amendments and directed the publication of core metrics to the Kingston IN Focus dashboard.
- Recommended Council direct staff to transition to an automated solid waste system (Carried)
- Recommended Council direct staff to report required by-law amendments for cart collection (Carried)
- Received 2023 State of Environment Data Report with amendments (Carried)
- Approved publishing core metrics of the 2023 State of the Environment Data Report to Kingston IN Focus dashboard (Carried)
- Approved annual presentation of core and secondary metrics to the Kingston Environmental Advisory Forum (Carried)
Kingston Heritage Programs Committee
The committee recommended that Council accept four donated artifacts into the City of Kingston's Civic Collection. Members also discussed future exhibits and programming at City Hall, including plans for niche cases and mayoral portraits.
- Recommended Council accept CN Railway Station Painting by Robert Blenderman into the Civic Collection
- Recommended Council accept Woodcarving Mosaic by Adam Williamson into the Civic Collection
- Recommended Council accept two Stained Glass Windows from Plymouth Square into the Civic Collection
- Approved the agenda
- Approved minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting
Kingston Heritage Properties Committee
The committee recommended Council approval for the restoration of a chimney at 239 Main Street and a rear addition and roof replacement at 53 William Street. The meeting also included pre-consultation presentations for projects at 36 University Avenue and 72-82 Sydenham Street.
- Supported Council approval for rebuilding and restoring the north chimney at 239 Main Street (Carried)
- Supported Council approval for a 337 square foot rear addition, unenclosed wood deck, and metal roof replacement at 53 William Street (Carried)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment approved several minor variance applications regarding lot frontage, setbacks, and building additions. One application for 652 Princess Street was deferred to a later meeting date.
- Approved reduced lot frontage to 64.3 metres at 3048 Creekford Road
- Approved consent to sever 99 Charles Street and minor variances for setbacks and lot area at 95 and 99 Charles Street
- Approved minor variance to construct a second storey on a rear addition at 99 Charles Street
- Approved reduced drive aisle width at 1200 Princess Street
- Approved one-storey rear addition, side yard deck, and front vestibule expansion at 53 William Street
- Deferred minor variance application for 652 Princess Street
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee recommended that Council approve an Official Plan and zoning by-law amendment for 1300 Bath Road. The Committee also recommended the approval of a final plan of condominium for 1315 and 1325 Centennial Drive. A public meeting was held regarding a zoning amendment for 769 King Street West, but no decision was recorded.
- Recommended approval of Official Plan and zoning by-law amendment for 1300 Bath Road (Carried)
- Recommended approval of final plan of condominium for 1315 and 1325 Centennial Drive (Carried)
- Approved the meeting agenda as amended (Carried)
- Approved minutes from Planning Committee Meeting Number 11-2023 (Carried)
Kingston Environmental Advisory Committee
The committee heard project team updates regarding climate, biodiversity, air quality, water, land, and waste reporting. No substantive motions were passed; members provided recommendations for data indicators and metrics for staff consideration.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting
Regular Council
City Council approved the purchase of 218 Concession Street for $1,220,000 to be funded by the 2023 Affordable Housing Units capital budget. The council also approved road safety by-law amendments and a noise exemption for Queen's University orientation events.
- Approved purchase of 218 Concession Street for $1,220,000 (11-0)
- Approved funding up to $1,250,000 from 2023 Affordable Housing Units capital budget for property purchase and closing costs (11-0)
- Approved by-law amendments to regulate parking and traffic for road safety enhancements (11-0)
- Granted noise by-law exemption for Queen's University Orientation Week events (11-0)
- Recognized September 1 to October 15, 2023 as Open Farms Days (11-0)
- Approved the meeting addendum (11-0)
- Withdrew the Community Benefits Charge Strategy and By-Law motion
Administrative Policies Committee
The Administrative Policies Committee recommended that Council approve the City's 2022 audited financial statements. The committee also recommended the approval of $31,303.84 in tax write-offs. Additionally, the committee reviewed the Rideaucrest Home report for January to June 2023.
- Recommended Council approve the Audited Financial Statements and Other Financial Information for the year ended December 31, 2022 (Carried)
- Recommended Council approve tax cancellations, reductions, or refunds totaling $31,303.84 (Carried)
- Approved the meeting agenda (Carried)
- Approved minutes from meeting 01-2023 held February 23, 2023 (Carried)
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee recommended that Council approve zoning by-law amendments for two properties. Both applications involve increasing density through new development.
- Recommended approval of zoning by-law amendment for 240 Division Street (Carried)
- Recommended approval of zoning by-law amendment for 820-830 Gardiners Road (Carried)
Kingston Heritage Properties Committee
The Committee recommended a legal description update for the Hugh Rankin Jr. House and approved alterations for a property at 78 Fifth Field Company Lane. A proposal for fire escape alterations at 96 Wellington Street was defeated.
- Recommended Council approve amending by-law for 4097 Bath Road (Hugh Rankin Jr. House) to update legal description (Carried)
- Denied support for alterations at 96 Wellington Street, including fire escape removal and installation (Lost)
- Recommended Council approve alterations at 78 Fifth Field Company Lane, including bridge replacement with glazed stub ends and a new elevator (Carried)
Special Council
Council held a closed session to discuss affordable housing land and public engagement training. The meeting concluded with the approval of an addendum and a by-law confirming the proceedings of the special meeting.
- Approved resolution to enter Closed Meeting for affordable housing and public engagement items (10-0)
- Approved the meeting addendum (10-0)
- Approved first and second reading of By-Law (1) to confirm proceedings (11-0)
- Approved third reading of By-Law (1) to confirm proceedings (11-0)
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting. Members discussed accessibility parking, the 2023 Intercultural Arts Festival, and snow removal. No new motions were introduced.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved minutes of Meeting Number 03-2023 (April 17, 2023)
Arts, Recreation & Community Policies Committee
The committee recommended the creation of a new off-leash dog area at Cataraqui West and the addition of small dog enclosures at three existing parks. It also recommended that Council adopt updates to the Ice Allocation Policy and Guideline and approve the 2022 Arts Advisory Committee Report Card.
- Recommended approval of off-leash dog area at Cataraqui West Community Park and adjacent Hydro One lands
- Recommended denial of off-leash dog area in Snider Park
- Recommended adding small dog enclosures at Rotary Park, Memorial Centre, and Maclean Trails Park
- Recommended adoption of Ice Allocation Policy and Guideline updates
- Recommended approval of the 2022 Arts Advisory Committee Report Card
Housing & Homelessness Advisory Committee
The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee recommended that Council approve the 2022 Report Card. Members also reviewed a standing update report and data regarding the general eviction process and the Landlord and Tenant Board.
- Recommended to Council that the 2022 Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee Report Card be approved (Carried)
- Approved the meeting agenda (Carried)
- Approved minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting (Carried)
Regular Council
City Council approved the allocation of $1,783,509 from municipal operations and $8,215,793 from utility operations into various reserve funds. Council also approved a heritage fund administration plan and endorsed changes to the development review process.
- Allocated $1,783,509 municipal surplus to Working Fund Reserve ($1,422,696) and Municipal Capital Reserve Fund ($360,813) (11-0)
- Allocated $8,215,793 utility surplus to Water, Wastewater, Municipal Capital, and Appliance Rental reserve funds (11-0)
- Approved 2023-2024 Plan for Administration of the City of Kingston Heritage Fund (12-0)
- Endorsed changes to the development review process regarding Planning Act fee refunds (12-0)
- Approved minor amendments to Parking By-Law Number 2010-128 (12-0)
- Approved addendum numbers 1 and 2 (12-0)
- Continued delegated authority for fuel hedging contracts (11-0)
Appeals Committee
The committee confirmed specific items of Orders to Remedy for properties on Nelson Street and Victoria Street. One appeal for a property on Kingscourt Avenue was withdrawn by the appellant.
- Confirmed Items 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 of Order to Remedy CEPS202300030 for 360 Nelson Street Unit 3 (Carried)
- Confirmed Item 3 of Order to Remedy CEPS202300068 for 712 Victoria Street (Carried)
- Recorded withdrawal of appeal to the Order to Remedy for 15 Kingscourt Avenue
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee provisionally approved two lot additions to consolidate land at 4091 Bath Road. It also approved four minor variances for a proposed six-storey apartment building at 563-567 Princess Street.
- Provisionally approved File D10-020-2022 to sever 4.24 hectares from 4085 Bath Road and add to 4091 Bath Road
- Provisionally approved File D10-021-2022 to sever 3.44 hectares from 4097 Bath Road and add to 4091 Bath Road
- Approved Variance 1 for 563-567 Princess Street: rear setback reduced from 8.0m to 4.2m
- Approved Variance 2 for 563-567 Princess Street: density increased from 210 to 322 units per net hectare
- Approved Variance 3 for 563-567 Princess Street: removal of requirement for one Type A accessible parking space
- Approved Variance 4 for 563-567 Princess Street: modification of required visitor and car share spaces
Planning Committee
The committee recommended that Council approve a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 411 Wellington Street. A separate application for site plan control at 1533 McAdoo’s Lane was denied.
- Recommended approval of zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 411 Wellington Street (Carried)
- Approved amendment to Exhibit A of Report PC-23-018 to define front lot line (Carried)
- Denied site plan control application for 1533 McAdoo’s Lane (Lost)
Environment, Infrastructure & Transportation Policies Committee
The committee recommended that Council endorse the School Streets Playbook and authorize $20,000 in funding for a National Active School Streets Initiative proposal. It also recommended the approval of a revised asset management policy for Utilities Kingston.
- Recommended approval of revised Utilities Kingston Asset Management Policy (Carried)
- Recommended endorsement of the School Streets Playbook (Carried)
- Recommended authorization of $20,000 for National Active School Streets Initiative proposal (Carried)
- Recommended authorization for Mayor and Clerk to execute agreements with community groups for remaining School Street funds (Carried)
- Recommended that staff seek additional operational funding partnerships for School Streets (Carried)
- Approved the meeting agenda (Carried)
- Approved minutes from February 14, 2023 (Carried)
Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee heard presentations on accessible taxicab availability and proposed changes to accessible parking fees and fines. No substantive motions were passed; staff will bring recommendations for parking to the Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee by the end of Q3 2023.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved minutes from the May 4, 2023 meeting
Kingston Heritage Properties Committee
The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee reviewed and supported four separate applications for alterations to heritage properties. These projects include a residential addition, fence installations, church masonry restoration, and landscaping updates.
- Supported approval for a new single-storey rear addition and patio door at 115 Lower Union Street
- Supported approval for rear yard fence construction and repairs at 23 Sydenham Street
- Supported approval for masonry restoration and tower buttress reconstruction at 268 Main Street
- Supported approval for regrading, limestone walkways, and raised gardens at 221 King Street East & 33 Earl Street
Regular Council
City Council authorized the purchase of approximately 20 acres of Innovation Park lands from Queen’s University and a vacant property bordering Collins Creek. Council also approved a brownfield study grant and a noise exemption for the Frontenac County Courthouse.
- Approved purchase of ~20 acres of Innovation Park lands from Queen’s University for up to $3.4M (12-0)
- Approved purchase of vacant property bordering Collins Creek for $290,000 to be added to Lawrence Park (12-0)
- Approved up to $20,000 Brownfield Initial Study Grant for 10 Cataraqui Street (12-0)
- Approved noise exemption for Frontenac County Courthouse exterior restoration from June 6, 2023 to May 31, 2024 (12-0)
- Directed staff to review all committee mandates and investigate Francophone community engagement by Q4 2023 (12-0)
- Approved the meeting addendum (12-0)
Special Council
Council approved the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, including new community pillars and foundational commitments. The body also established tax rate and capital investment guidelines for the 2024-2027 draft operating budgets.
- Approved 2023-2026 Strategic Plan priorities and implementation plan (12-0)
- Replaced 'Foster a Caring and Connected Community' pillar with 'Build an Active and Connected Community' and 'Foster a Caring and Inclusive Community' (12-0)
- Set 2024-2027 budget tax rate increases at inflation plus 1% for capital, max 3.5% (12-0)
- Endorsed Foundational Pillars to the strategic plan as Council commitments (12-0)
- Directed staff to update 15-year capital expenditure and financial plans (12-0)
- Approved 1% annual incremental investment for capital infrastructure (12-0)
- Approved By-Law (1) to confirm proceedings of the May 30 meeting (12-0)
Planning Committee
The committee held a public meeting regarding a zoning by-law amendment for 170-174 Earl Street and a non-statutory meeting on proposed changes to the development review process. No formal decisions or votes were recorded for either item.