Kingston public meetings in 2025

Appeals Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will hold a public meeting to present a potential development proposal. No decisions will be made at this meeting as the report does not contain staff recommendations.

• Public presentation of development proposal for 436 Cataraqui Woods Drive (File Number: D35-007-2025)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and confirmed the minutes of three prior meetings. No motions, business items, or other actions were presented. Consequently, no substantive decisions were made. The meeting was adjourned at 6:54 p.m.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes of meetings 2025-23, 2025-24, 2026-01 (carried)
• No motions presented
• No business items considered
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Appeals Committee

The Kingston Appeals Committee will hear an appeal regarding a sign by-law violation at 2274 Princess Street. The committee may decide to deny the request for a minor variance or grant it with conditions.

• Sign By-Law Appeal at 2274 Princess Street
• Appeals Committee meeting scheduled for January 26, 2026

The Appeals Committee granted a minor variance request for 2274 Princess Street, with a unanimous vote. The next meeting was scheduled for Monday, January 26, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. The committee adjourned at 12:27 p.m.

• Granted minor variance for 2274 Princess Street (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 26 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 12:27 p.m.

Heritage Properties Committee

The Heritage Properties Committee agenda for December 17, 2025 contains no listed items. No decisions or discussions are recorded. The agenda appears to be a procedural placeholder.

City Council Meeting

The Kingston City Council will consider a range of items, including a closed‑session discussion on land acquisition matters. It will vote on several contracts and by‑laws, such as waiving the option to repurchase 1000 Innovation Drive, renewing a museum service agreement with $107,136 funding, and approving a three‑year Extendicare Canada contract at $62,500 per year. The council will also adopt the Fees & Charges By‑Law for the 2026 fiscal year and a municipal borrowing by‑law that authorizes borrowing up to $313 million for January‑September 2026 and $156.5 million for October‑December 2026.

• Municipal Borrowing By‑Law: authorize borrowing up to $313,000,000 (Jan‑Sep 2026) and $156,500,000 (Oct‑Dec 2026)
• Fees and Charges By‑Law for 2026 fiscal year: repeal 2025‑06 and establish new by‑law
• Option to Repurchase waiver for 1000 Innovation Drive and postponement to BDC
• Service Level Agreement with Kingston Association of Museums, Art Galleries and Historic Sites – release $107,136
• Extendicare Canada three‑year contract (Nov 2025‑Nov 2028) at $62,500 per year

Council approved a borrowing by‑law allowing up to $313 million for Jan‑Sept 2026 and $156.5 million for Oct‑Dec 2026 to fund interim operating expenses. It also waived the city’s option to repurchase 1000 Innovation Drive, approved a $107,136 funding release for the Kingston Association of Museums, Art Galleries and Historic Sites, and authorized a three‑year $62,500‑per‑year contract with Extendicare Canada for Rideaucrest Home services. Additional approvals included the 2026 Fees & Charges By‑Law, the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund project, and the adoption of the 2025 Asset Management Plan and related policies.

• Authorized borrowing up to $313 M (Jan‑Sept 2026) and $156.5 M (Oct‑Dec 2026) – Carried
• Waived city’s option to repurchase 1000 Innovation Drive – Carried
• Approved $107,136 release for Kingston Association of Museums, Art Galleries and Historic Sites – Carried
• Approved three‑year Extendicare Canada contract at $62,500 per year – Carried
• Adopted 2026 Fees & Charges By‑Law – Carried (11 to 0)
• Approved Kingston Community Climate Action Fund project – Carried (11 to 0)
• Adopted 2025 Asset Management Plan, Natural Asset Management Plan, and updated policy – Carried (12 to 0)
• Approved Addendum – Carried (12 to 0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider five applications for minor variances, permissions, and a consent. The first item seeks a minor variance and consent to sever an approximately 648 sq m parcel at 293 Division Street and 106 Main Street. Additional items include a balcony projection variance at 986 Woodbine Road, setback variances for a new house at 5012 Fox Run Place, a house expansion and dwelling‑unit variance near a railway at 30 Greer Street, and a conversion of a shop to a restaurant at 393‑395 Earl Street.

• Minor variance and consent to sever ~648 sq m parcel at 293 Division St & 106 Main St
• Minor variance to increase balcony projection at 986 Woodbine Rd
• Minor variances for setbacks to build new house at 5012 Fox Run Place
• Permission to expand house and minor variance for dwelling units near railway at 30 Greer St
• Permission to convert ground‑floor shop to restaurant at 393‑395 Earl St

The Committee of Adjustment elected Peter Skebo as Chair and Councillor Cinanni as Vice‑Chair. It approved an agenda amendment and the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. The committee approved several minor variance and consent applications, including the 293 Division Street/106 Main Street project, 986 Woodbine Road, 5012 Fox Run Place, and 30 Greer Street.

• Peter Skebo elected Chair (Carried)
• Councillor Cinanni elected Vice‑Chair (Carried)
• Agenda amendment approved (Carried)
• Minutes from November 17, 2025 meeting approved (Carried)
• Minor variance and consent for 293 Division St & 106 Main St approved (Carried)
• Minor variance for 986 Woodbine Rd approved (Carried)
• Minor variance for 5012 Fox Run Place approved (Carried)
• Permission and minor variance for 30 Greer St approved (Carried)

Council Resourcing Review Working Group

The Council Resourcing Review Working Group is meeting to discuss data collected from council interviews and written surveys. Staff will also provide updates on public engagement levels and information from comparator municipalities.

• Review of completed Council Interviews
• Review of Council Written Surveys
• Staff update on public engagement totals
• Update on data from comparator municipalities
• Review of the current Work Plan

The Working Group approved its agenda and the minutes from the November 27, 2025 meeting. Members discussed interview findings, survey results, and public‑engagement numbers, noting a need for more administrative support. The next meeting was set for January 15, 2026, and the session was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 15, 2026
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Arts, Recreation and Community Policies Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific business items. No decisions or discussions are scheduled in this document.

Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee

The committee will recommend that Council approve the closure of the $18,475,000 budget for the initial Better Homes Kingston energy retrofit project and adopt capital budget amendments totaling $1,735,800 for the next phase, rebates, and a utilities incentive stream. It will also recommend service agreements with Sustainable Kingston and Utilities Kingston and delegate authority to the Climate Leadership manager for property owner agreements. Briefings on the Kingston Transit service review and the Integrated Mobility Plan will be presented for information only.

• Close the $18,475,000 project budget for the initial Better Homes Kingston energy retrofit
• Capital budget amendment of $1,250,000 for the next phase of Better Homes Kingston
• Capital budget amendment of $225,000 for program rebates and administration
• Capital budget amendment of $260,800 for the Utilities Kingston incentive stream
• Service level agreement with Sustainable Kingston and agreements with Utilities Kingston for the Better Homes Kingston program

The committee approved an amendment to rearrange the agenda, moving briefings before their reports, and the amendment was carried. The committee also approved the minutes of the October 14, 2025 meeting, and that motion was carried. No other motions or decisions were recorded.

• Approved agenda amendment (motion by Tozzo, seconded by Amos) – carried
• Approved minutes of meeting 2025-06 (motion by Hassan, seconded by Tozzo) – carried

Appeals Committee

The Kingston Appeals Committee will consider three appeals at its December 8 meeting. Bold Boards Inc. seeks a minor variance to the Sign By‑Law for 1702 Battersea Road, and VENDO Media seeks a similar variance for 1100 Princess Street. Abraham Kuriakose requests a change to an order under the Property Standards By‑Law for 270 McEwen Drive. The committee may deny, grant with conditions, modify, rescind, or extend the relevant orders.

• 1702 Battersea Road – Sign By‑Law appeal by Bold Boards Inc.; committee may deny or grant a minor variance with conditions
• 1100 Princess Street – Sign By‑Law appeal by VENDO Media; committee may deny or grant a minor variance with conditions
• 270 McEwen Drive – Property Standards By‑Law appeal by Abraham Kuriakose; committee may confirm, modify, rescind the order, or extend the compliance timeline

The committee unanimously denied a minor variance request for 1702 Battersea Road. It approved a minor variance request for 1100 Princess Street. It also unanimously confirmed the order for 270 McEwen Drive.

• Denied minor variance for 1702 Battersea Road (unanimous)
• Granted minor variance for 1100 Princess Street
• Confirmed order for 270 McEwen Drive (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider a recommendation report for the property at 1429 Highway 15, identified as the St. Lawrence Business Park expansion. The report proposes amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law 2022‑62, and a draft plan of subdivision prepared by Fotenn Planning + Design on behalf of the City of Kingston. The Committee will recommend that Council approve the amendments and subdivision plan and that the by‑law be presented for three readings. Routine items include approval of previous meeting minutes and receipt of Planning Advisory Committee notes.

• Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law amendment (File D35‑003‑2025) for 1429 Highway 15 – recommendation to approve
• Draft plan of subdivision for 1429 Highway 15 – recommendation to approve with conditions (Exhibit C)
• Amending by‑law to be presented to Council for three readings
• Receipt of Planning Advisory Committee meeting minutes (October 8 2025)
• Approval of minutes from Planning Committee meetings on Oct 9 2025 and Oct 23 2025

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from two previous meetings. It deferred the recommendation for the Official Plan and zoning by‑law amendments and draft subdivision plan for 1429 Highway 15 (St. Lawrence Business Park) until the Natural Heritage Study report is released in early 2026. The minutes from the Planning Advisory Committee meeting of October 8 2025 were also received.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Minutes from Oct 9 2025 and Oct 23 2025 approved (carried)
• Recommendation for 1429 Highway 15 expansion deferred pending Natural Heritage Study (carried)
• Planning Advisory Committee meeting minutes received (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 6:12 p.m. (carried)

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Playground Accessibility Plan Update. This item is presented for information only.

• Briefing and report (MAAC-26-001) regarding the Playground Accessibility Plan Update

The committee approved its agenda after a motion by Councillor Tozzo, seconded by Ms. Bucciol. No motions or substantive actions were taken; the meeting proceeded to a briefing on the Playground Accessibility Plan. The meeting was adjourned following a motion by Ms. Buczynski, seconded by Ms. Quin. The next meeting is set for January 29, 2026.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

City Council Meeting

Kingston City Council will consider approving a $348,800 heritage fund allocation, a $1.0M capital budget amendment for a score clock, and a $3.2M transitional housing agreement. The meeting also includes a closed session and a zoning by-law amendment for 3039 Princess Street.

• Approve $348,800 for 2025-2026 Heritage Fund grants
• Authorize $1.0M for Slush Puppie Place score clock
• Approve $3.2M for 35-bed transitional housing at 315 Queen Mary Road
• Approve zoning by-law amendment for 3039 Princess Street
• Authorize $11,520.77 in tax write-offs

The council approved a land exchange with Queen’s University, adopted the 2025‑2026 Heritage Fund grant allocations totaling $348,800, and authorized a renewal of the Municipal Accommodation Tax agreement plus a $1.0 M capital budget amendment for a new score clock. It also increased the Heritage Property Grant program to $200,000 per year and approved a 35‑bed transitional housing agreement with funding for 2026‑2028.

• Approved land swap with Queen’s University (13‑0)
• Approved $348,800 heritage fund operating and project grants (Carried)
• Authorized municipal accommodation tax renewal and $1.0 M capital budget amendment for score clock (Carried)
• Increased heritage property grant program to $200,000 per year (13‑0)
• Directed review of Affordable Transit Pass Program (12‑0)
• Approved 35‑bed transitional housing agreement and funding (12‑1)

Council Resourcing Review Working Group

The Council Resourcing Review Working Group will discuss a draft communications plan, a public survey, and results from a comparator survey. The group will also review a work plan and discuss in-person interviews with sitting Councillors.

• Discussion of draft Communications Plan and GetInvolved Kingston webpage
• Review of comparator survey results and potential extension for non-completing municipalities
• Discussion on in-person interviews with sitting Councillors
• Review of updated Work Plan
• Next meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025

The group amended the agenda to include an addendum and approved it. It approved the minutes from the November 13 meeting. The draft Communications Plan was approved without changes, and the public survey was set to run from Dec 1 2025 to Jan 12 2026. The next meeting was scheduled for Dec 11 2025 and the session adjourned at 2:14 p.m.

• Agenda amendment approved (carried)
• Minutes from Nov 13, 2025 approved (carried)
• Draft Communications Plan approved (no changes)
• Public survey period set Dec 1 2025 – Jan 12 2026 (agreed)
• Next meeting scheduled for Dec 11 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
• Working Group adjourned at 2:14 p.m. (carried)

Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee

The Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee will review recommendations for the Civic Collection and receive several informational reports. The body is also reviewing minutes from the Mayor’s Arts Awards 2025 Nominations Subcommittee.

• Proposed acquisition of Robert Blenderman's watercolor painting "Sprucing Up" for the Civic Collection
• Proposed deaccessioning of objects listed in Exhibit A to Report ACH-25-006
• 2026-2031 Exhibition Plan (information only)
• Heritage Management Plan Public Engagement Report (information only)
• Next Steps for City of Kingston Arts Fund (information only)

The Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee recommended to Council that a watercolour painting of City Hall by Robert Blenderman be added to the Civic Collection and that the objects listed in Exhibit A to Report ACH-25-006 be removed. Both recommendations were carried. The minutes of the Mayor’s Arts Awards 2025 Nominations Subcommittee were also received. No other motions were made.

• Approved acquisition of watercolour painting “Sprucing Up” by Robert Blenderman for the Civic Collection (Carried)
• Approved deaccession of objects listed in Exhibit A to Report Number ACH-25-006 from the Civic Collection (Carried)
• Received Mayor’s Arts Awards 2025 Nominations Subcommittee meeting minutes (Carried)

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Kingston Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee meeting on November 25, 2025 contains no listed items. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting is scheduled but its substantive agenda is not disclosed.

Kingston and Area Taxi Licensing Commission

The Commission is discussing the transition of taxi licensing to the City of Kingston following a council vote to dissolve the body by September 1, 2026. The meeting includes the election of officers and administrative resolutions to ensure operational continuity.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, and Executive Committee
• Proposed extension of existing taxi licenses until January 31, 2026
• Authorization to execute contracts with the City of Kingston for interim support services
• Resolution to release financial records and documents to the City of Kingston for program transition

The commission elected Commissioner Ridge as Chair, Commissioner Davis as Vice‑Chair, and appointed three members to the executive committee. It also appointed Ridge and Davis as signing officers. The commission adopted a resolution giving the Chair authority to extend all taxi licences to January 31 2026 if needed, and authorized the Chair to negotiate interim support services with the City. Finally, it approved releasing the commission’s records to the City to facilitate the transition of taxi licensing to municipal control effective September 1 2026.

• Appointed Commissioner Ridge as Chair (Carried)
• Appointed Commissioner Davis as Vice‑Chair (Carried)
• Appointed Commissioners Ridge, Geddes, Nimelman to Executive Committee (Carried)
• Appointed Ridge and Davis as signing officers (Carried)
• Authorized Chair to extend taxi licences to Jan 31 2026 (Carried)
• Authorized Chair to negotiate interim support services with City (Carried)
• Authorized release of commission’s records to City for transition (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting (Carried)

Groupe de travail francophone

The Groupe de travail francophone is meeting to determine the format and content of a mid-term report to be presented to council. The group will also establish a meeting schedule for 2026.

• Discussion on mid-term report content, including community statistics and goals
• Selection of volunteers to lead report drafting
• Planning 2026 meeting dates
• Proposed future topics: emergency services, police services, and family doctor recruitment

Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee will consider a report recommending that Council direct staff to work with Tapestry Community Capital to assess the feasibility of using community bonds for affordable‑housing investment in Kingston, and to approve a budget of up to $10,000 for a community‑readiness assessment. It will also receive informational reports on the potential impact of the Safer Municipalities Act, 2025 on the homeless population and a standing update from the Commissioner of Community Services. No formal decisions are required on the informational items.

• Recommendation to Council to have staff work with Tapestry Community Capital on community‑bond feasibility for affordable housing
• Request for Council approval of up to $10,000 to fund a community‑readiness assessment for the bond initiative
• Informational report on the potential impact of the Safer Municipalities Act, 2025 on Kingston’s homeless population (Report HHC-25-013)
• Standing update report from the Commissioner of Community Services (Report HHC-25-012)

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the September meeting. It passed a recommendation that council direct staff to work with Tapestry Community Capital to assess the feasibility of community bonds for affordable housing, and to approve up to $10,000 for a readiness assessment. No other motions were adopted.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• September minutes approved (carried)
• Recommendation to council to study community bonds and fund $10,000 assessment (carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review a recommendation to approve a zoning by-law amendment for 3039 Princess Street. The meeting also includes a community presentation for a potential development proposal at 525 and 555 Princess Street.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment application (D14-015-2024) for 3039 Princess Street
• Community Meeting presentation for potential development at 525 and 555 Princess Street (D14-013-2025)

The Committee approved the meeting agenda, including an addendum, after a motion by Councillor Glenn and a second by Councillor Chaves. It also approved the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting following a motion by Councillor Glenn and a second by Councillor Osanic. No other motions or decisions were recorded in this session.

• Agenda approved (amended to include addendum) – carried
• Minutes from Meeting 2025-20 approved – carried

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee will review a Heritage Management Plan public‑engagement report and consider several permit approvals. It will recommend to Council that the Ontario Heritage Act application for 238 Old Kiln Crescent be approved, subject to conditions. The meeting also includes a November permit status report and discussion of Stream Two and Stream Three permit processes.

• Heritage Management Plan public‑engagement report (HP‑25‑030)
• Stream Two permits – approval through delegated authority
• Stream Three permits – approval through council authority
• Ontario Heritage Act application for 238 Old Kiln Crescent (File No. P18‑068‑2025)
• Permit Report – November 2025

The committee recommended to Council that the new two‑storey dwelling and detached garage at 238 Old Kiln Crescent be approved, subject to conditions in Exhibit A. An amendment added Condition 6 to limit the garage’s scale and placement. The agenda and prior minutes were also approved. No other motions or business were taken.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes of the October 15, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Recommended approval of new construction at 238 Old Kiln Crescent (carried as amended)
• Amended Exhibit A to include Condition 6 on garage scale and location (carried)

Nominations Committee

The Kingston Nominations Committee will approve its agenda and confirm minutes from the previous meeting. It will then consider applications for appointments to several boards and advisory committees, including housing, equity, heritage, homelessness, accessibility, and rural economic development groups. The committee will decide on the recommended candidates for each position.

• Consideration of 4 appointments to Kingston & Frontenac Housing Corporation Board
• Consideration of 3 appointments to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee
• Consideration of 1 appointment to Heritage Properties Committee
• Consideration of 1 appointment to Housing & Homelessness Advisory Committee
• Consideration of 6 appointments to Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting. It recommended and carried appointments to six boards and advisory committees, including the Kingston & Frontenac Housing Corporation Board, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee, Heritage Properties Committee, Housing & Homelessness Advisory Committee, Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee, and Rural Community & Economic Development Working Group, with youth and alternate members, for terms ending November 14, 2026. All recommendations were carried without a recorded vote tally.

• Approved 4 members + 1 alternate to Kingston & Frontenac Housing Corporation Board (carried)
• Approved 3 members, 1 youth rep, and 3 alternates to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee (carried)
• Approved 1 member + 1 alternate to Heritage Properties Committee (carried)
• Approved 1 youth representative to Housing & Homelessness Advisory Committee (carried)
• Approved 6 members, 1 youth rep, and 3 alternates to Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee (carried)
• Approved 1 youth rep and 1 alternate to Rural Community & Economic Development Working Group (carried)

City Council Meeting

Council will vote on a draft Service Level Agreement renewal for the Kingston Economic Development Organization and re‑endorse the operational plan for the Kingston and Cana Drinking Water System. The meeting includes capital budget changes that replace a $5,000,000 debenture with grant funding for the Taylor Kidd Fire and EMS Station and allocate $350,702 of Housing Accelerator funds. Council will also endorse the Accessible Taxi Program and consider two options for non‑resident user fees on recreation facilities and commuter parking permits.

• Service Level Agreement renewal for the Kingston Economic Development Organization
• Re‑endorsement of the Kingston and Cana Drinking Water System Operational Plan
• Replace $5,000,000 debenture with grant funding for the Taylor Kidd Fire and EMS Station
• Allocate $350,702 of Housing Accelerator funds to housing initiatives
• Endorse Accessible Taxi Program parameters and related agreements

Council approved an addendum and adopted the Kingston Economic Development Organization service level agreement. It re‑endorsed the Kingston and Cana Drinking Water Management Plan and approved capital budget changes, swapping $5 million of debenture funding with a grant for the Taylor Kidd Fire and EMS Station and allocating $350,702 of remaining Housing Accelerator funds. The council also endorsed the Accessible Taxi Program, joined a provincial official‑plan consultation, and adopted new non‑resident recreation user fees and registration delays.

• Approved Addendum (11‑0)
• Adopted Economic Development Organization Service Level Agreement (13‑0)
• Re‑endorsed Kingston and Cana Drinking Water Management Plan (12‑0)
• Approved capital budget changes, replacing $5,000,000 debenture with grant and allocating $350,702 Housing Accelerator funds (13‑0)
• Endorsed Accessible Taxi Program and authorized related agreements (13‑0)
• Directed participation in provincial official‑plan simplification consultation (13‑0)
• Approved 15% non‑resident recreation facility user fee (11‑2)
• Approved 72‑hour registration delay for non‑resident recreation users (12‑1)

Appeals Committee

The Kingston Appeals Committee will consider three Property Standards Appeals filed by Kenlar Investments Inc. The appeals involve 837 Princess Street (including suites 400 and 403) and reference sections 4.29 and 4.39 of the Property Standards By‑Law. The committee may confirm, modify, rescind, or extend the existing orders.

• 837 Princess Street – Property Standards Appeal by Kenlar Investments Inc.; section 4.29
• 837 Princess Street – Suite 400 – Property Standards Appeal by Kenlar Investments Inc.; sections 4.29 and 4.39
• 837 Princess Street – Suite 403 – Property Standards Appeal by Kenlar Investments Inc.; sections 4.29 and 4.39

The committee heard three appeals concerning 837 Princess Street and its suites. For each appeal, the committee voted unanimously to uphold the existing order. No other decisions were made. The next meeting is set for December 15, 2025.

• Uphold order for 837 Princess Street (unanimous)
• Uphold order for 837 Princess Street, Suite 400 (unanimous)
• Uphold order for 837 Princess Street, Suite 403 (unanimous)

Rural Economic and Community Development Working Group

The Rural Economic & Community Development Working Group will review the 2025 Rural Community Program Fund and decide on the 2026 program and its six possible recipients. It will also consider the 2026 Rural Community Space Events and a budget proposal for using the Samsung Fund for communications and marketing. Updates will be given on a new rural community webpage launch, food surveys, and recent rural business tour activities.

• 2025 Rural Community Program Fund Review – decision on 2026 program and six recipients
• 2026 Rural Community Space Events Review and Decision
• Communications, Marketing, and Project Detail for 2026 with Samsung Fund budget breakdown
• New Rural Community Webpage and Updated Rural Economic Development Webpage Review – launch scheduled November 24, 2025
• Food Surveys – update on local food and business needs

The group approved the meeting agenda and the September 8, 2025 minutes. It recommended that staff seek Council approval for $30,000 to fund six 2026 Rural Community Program projects, a $2,000 allocation for a pilot Rural Community Space program, and $12,000 for 2026 marketing and communications. No other formal approvals or denials were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (consensus)
• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting notes (consensus)
• Recommended staff seek Council approval for $30,000 to fund six 2026 Rural Community projects
• Recommended staff seek $2,000 allocation for pilot Rural Community Space program
• Recommended staff seek $12,000 for 2026 marketing and communication efforts

Nominations Committee

The Kingston Nominations Committee will meet virtually to consider applications for appointments to the Kingston & Area Taxi Commission. The committee is also expected to approve its agenda and minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approval of the agenda and minutes
• Consideration of applications for committee appointments
• Kingston & Area Taxi Commission (5 appointments)

The Nominations Committee approved its agenda. It appointed Eric Davis, Bruce Geddes, Courtney Mahoney, Jacquelyn Maxwell and Oren Nimelman to the Kingston & Area Taxi Licensing Commission for a term ending August 31, 2026, and named Julien Lalonde as an alternate. The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 a.m.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Eric Davis appointed to Kingston & Area Taxi Licensing Commission (carried)
• Bruce Geddes appointed to Kingston & Area Taxi Licensing Commission (carried)
• Courtney Mahoney appointed to Kingston & Area Taxi Licensing Commission (carried)
• Jacquelyn Maxwell appointed to Kingston & Area Taxi Licensing Commission (carried)
• Oren Nimelman appointed to Kingston & Area Taxi Licensing Commission (carried)
• Julien Lalonde appointed to alternate pool for Kingston & Area Taxi Licensing Commission (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 10:10 a.m. (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider several applications for minor variances, consents, and one permission request. The permission request for 95 Concession Street seeks approval for a creativity centre, a personal service shop, and up to 50 m² of self‑storage. Minor variance applications include a height increase for a garage at 2335 McIvor Road, multiple lot and setback changes at 80‑82 York Street, an accessory house at 96 Regent Street, a larger deck at 450 Maureen Street, and other variances at 401 Bath Road, 427 Victoria Street, and 26‑30 York Street. The Committee will vote to approve or deny each application, with approvals subject to recommended conditions.

• Permission for 95 Concession Street: creativity centre, personal service shop, up to 50 m² self‑storage (File D13-051-2025)
• Minor variance for 2335 McIvor Road: increase garage height to 8.8 m (File D13-040-2025)
• Minor variances and consent for 80 & 82 York Street: lot area, driveway, setback changes and parcel severance (Files D13-032-2025, D10-013-2025)
• Minor variance for 96 Regent Street: accessory house with reduced rear setback and height up to 6 m, two storeys (File D13-065-2025)
• Minor variance for 450 Maureen Street: deck/porch area increase to 42 m² (File D13-061-2025)

The Committee of Adjustment approved three separate applications. The permission for 95 Concession Street to add a creativity centre and limited self‑storage was approved with conditions. A minor variance for a two‑storey 8.8‑metre garage at 2335 McIvor Road was approved. The extensive minor‑variance and consent package for 80 and 82 York Street, including lot‑area, driveway and setback changes and a parcel‑severance, was approved as amended.

• Approved permission for 95 Concession Street (creativity centre, personal service shop, up to 50 m² self‑storage) – Carried
• Approved minor variance for 2335 McIvor Road – 8.8 m garage height – Carried
• Approved minor variances for 80 York Street (lot area, two driveways, accessory‑building setbacks, driveway width, front lot line) – Carried as Amended
• Approved minor variances for 82 York Street (lot area, driveway width, accessory‑building setbacks) – Carried as Amended
• Approved additional variances for 80 York Street (driveway width, cumulative driveway width) – Carried as Amended
• Provisionally approved consent to sever ~306.5 m² parcel at 82 York Street and retain ~323.5 m² parcel at 80 York Street – Carried as Amended

Council Resourcing Review Working Group

The Council Resourcing Review Working Group is meeting to approve written questionnaires and interview questions for current council members. The group will also receive updates on comparator municipality research and public survey results.

• Approval of written questionnaire for current members of Council
• Approval of Council member interview questions
• Update on comparator municipality survey responses
• Review of 2025 Committee Review public survey results

The working group approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 30 meeting. Members discussed and edited a written questionnaire and interview questions for council members, but no formal approval was recorded. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Previous meeting minutes approved (motion carried)
• Meeting adjourned (motion carried)

Administrative Policies Committee

The Administrative Policies Committee will consider several recommendations for Council, including adopting a draft Business Licensing By-Law, approving proposed fees for 2026, and amending By-Law 2020-69. It will also recommend rescinding Policy 74 and approving a new Council‑Employee Relations Policy. The Committee will advise Council on tax write‑offs totaling $11,520.77 and uncollectible tax write‑offs of $1,178.44. A report on the external audit plan and a resolution regarding Rideaucrest Home are presented for information.

• Business Licensing By-Law: approve draft by‑law, 2026 fees, amendment to By‑Law 2020‑69, application for set fines, and designate fixed sites on Union Street
• Tax Write‑Offs: approve cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes totaling $11,520.77 (City $10,324.85, school boards $1,195.92)
• Uncollectible Tax Write‑Offs: authorize write‑off of $1,178.44 (City $1,024.10, school boards $129.38, DBIA $24.96)
• Council‑Employee Relations Policy: rescind Policy 74 and approve new policy attached as Exhibit A
• Rideaucrest Home: resolve Committee into the Board of Management for Rideaucrest Home and then rise from it

The Administrative Policies Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the September meeting. It resolved into, then rose from, the Rideaucrest Home Board of Management. The committee voted to rescind Policy on Council/Staff Relations (POL‑74) and to approve the new Council‑Employee Relations Policy (Exhibit A). It also adopted a set of recommendations to approve the draft Business Licensing By‑Law, related fee structures, and amendments to By‑Law 2020‑69.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Approved minutes of meeting 2025‑05 (Carried)
• Resolved committee into Rideaucrest Home Board of Management (Carried)
• Rose from Rideaucrest Home Board of Management (Carried)
• Recommended rescinding POL‑74 and approving new Council‑Employee Relations Policy (Carried)
• Recommended deleting prior Business Licensing By‑Law amendment recommendation and adopting new comprehensive recommendations (Carried)

Post Secondary Working Group

The Post‑Secondary Working Group will review updates on funding advocacy, student strike impacts, and transportation issues, as well as debrief recent homecoming and housing town‑hall events. The meeting also includes a roundtable on international student programs and sets tentative dates for the 2026 PSWG meetings. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Post‑Secondary Funding Advocacy – updates on SLC programming and strike implications
• VIA Rail advocacy – update from Kingston Accommodation Partners
• Homecoming debrief – consolidation of HOCO and FOCO weekends
• Housing – debrief from SDA town hall meeting
• Other Business – proposed dates for 2026 PSWG meetings (Feb 18, Apr 22, Aug 12, Nov 18)

The Post‑Secondary Working Group approved an amendment to the agenda to include a discussion on the Special Constable Program. The group also approved the amended minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 2:37 p.m. No further policy actions were decided.

• Amended agenda to include Special Constable Program discussion – carried
• Approved amended minutes of August 6, 2025 meeting – carried
• Adjourned meeting at 2:37 p.m. – carried

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will hold a public meeting to present a potential development proposal for 2081 Joyceville Road. No decisions will be made during this meeting as the report contains no staff recommendation. The session is intended to gather feedback from the public and committee members before a complete application is submitted.

• Development proposal presentation for 2081 Joyceville Road (File Number: D35-005-2025)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 1, 2025 Planning Committee meeting. No other business, motions, or decisions were taken. The next Planning Committee meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2025.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes of Planning Committee Meeting #2025-19 (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:13 p.m. (carried)

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive informational updates on the Accessible Taxi Services program, the city's Infrastructure, Transportation and Public Works, and the Accessibility Office for Q3 2025. It will also review project‑team schedules for a Transit Service Review and roadwork on Norman Rogers Drive and Cataraqui Woods Drive. No decisions or motions are listed for this meeting.

• Accessible Taxi Services report (information only)
• Infrastructure, Transportation and Public Works Update (information only)
• Accessibility Office Update – Q3 2025 (information only)
• Transit Service Review project‑team schedule (two appointments)
• Norman Rogers Drive roadwork project‑team schedule (two appointments)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. Members were appointed to three project teams: Megan Quin and Emma Lambert to the Transit Service Review, and Emma Lambert to the Norman Rogers Drive Roadwork team. The meeting was then adjourned at 2:13 p.m.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Minutes of meeting 2025-06 approved (carried)
• Appointed Megan Quin and Emma Lambert to Transit Service Review (carried)
• Appointed Emma Lambert to Norman Rogers Drive Roadwork (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 2:13 p.m. (carried)

City Council Meeting

At the November 4 meeting, Council will consider a closed session on land acquisitions, approve the 2026 meeting schedule and a merger of two policy committees, adopt amendments to the Committee By‑Law and the public appointment policy, and affirm the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund project selection. The council will also review three heritage property applications and consider new motions on streamlined licensing processes and child‑safety zones.

• Closed session to consider land acquisition for a conference centre, supportive housing properties, and a federal property for municipal purposes
• Approval of the 2026 City Council meeting schedule and delegation of authority to merge the Arts, Recreation & Community Policies Committee with the Environment, Infrastructure, and Transportation Policies Committee
• Adoption of a By‑Law to amend By‑Law 2023‑204 (Committee By‑Law) and amendments to the City of Kingston Public Appointment Policy
• Affirmation of the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund project selection for 2025
• Approval of Ontario Heritage Act applications for 123 King Street East, 63 West Street, and 216 Ontario Street

Council approved the purchase of one supportive housing property (Resolution 2025‑318) with a unanimous 12‑0 vote. The council also adopted the 2026 meeting schedule, the City of Kingston Arts Fund framework, and approved heritage applications for three downtown properties. Additional actions included amending the committee by‑law and withdrawing a climate‑action fund application.

• Approved purchase of one supportive housing property (Resolution 2025‑318) – 12‑0
• Approved addendum (unspecified resolution) – 13‑0
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (Resolution 2025‑319) – carried
• Withdrew Kingston Community Climate Action Fund application (Resolution 2025‑320) – carried
• Amended Committee By‑Law and public appointment policy (Resolution 2025‑321) – 12‑1
• Approved City of Kingston Arts Fund framework and 2025 grant recommendations (Resolution 2025‑322) – 13‑0
• Approved heritage applications for 123 King Street East, 63 West Street, and 216 Ontario Street – carried

Council Resourcing Review Working Group

The Council Resourcing Review Working Group is meeting to develop questionnaires for current council members and the public. The group will also discuss the timing and format of public engagement, including potential town halls.

• Drafting a written questionnaire for current members of Council
• Planning dates and questions for interviews with sitting Council members
• Developing a public engagement survey for GetInvolved Kingston
• Discussion on hosting Town Halls
• Review of the London 2025 Remuneration Report and KEYS Newcomer Services 2025 report

The group approved the meeting agenda and the previous meeting minutes. Members agreed that town halls will not be part of the public engagement plan. Interviews with councillors will be scheduled for the week of November 24, and the next meeting is set for November 13, 2025.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Minutes approved (carried)
• Town halls not to be held as part of public engagement
• Interviews to be scheduled week of Nov 24
• Next meeting scheduled for Nov 13, 2025
• Mr. Ochej to send questionnaire drafts (Word and PDF) for comment before Nov 13
• Mr. Ochej to send interview question drafts for comment before Nov 13
• Meeting adjourned (carried)

Arts, Recreation and Community Policies Committee

The Arts, Recreation and Community Policies Committee meeting on 2025-10-30 has no agenda items listed. No decisions or discussions are documented in the provided agenda. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive items.

Planning Committee

The Kingston Planning Committee will hold a public meeting to review the First Draft of the Official Plan. Staff will present a report summarizing the plan's content and intent, but no decisions are expected to be made this evening.

• Public meeting on First Draft of Official Plan
• Staff report PC-25-044 attached
• Meeting held under the Planning Act

The committee heard public comments on housing, transit, industrial buffers, and development charges. Staff provided updates on housing needs, funding mechanisms, and ongoing studies. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

City Council Meeting

Kingston City Council will meet to discuss a proposed new by-law designating 'Child Safety Zones' around playgrounds and schools, and will consider approving a three-year naming rights agreement for the Homestead Baby Grand Theatre at the Kingston Grand Theatre.

• Proposed Child Safety Zones around playgrounds and schools
• Renewal of Homestead Baby Grand Theatre naming rights ($20,000/year)
• Tourism Kingston service level agreement renewal
• Asset Management Plan updates for water and wastewater
• Proclamation for 16 Days of Activism to End Gender-Based Violence

The council approved the purchase of two supportive housing properties and waived related procurement rules. It also authorized a $5,749,188 debenture issue to fund the Better Homes Kingston homeowner loan program and approved a three‑year naming‑rights agreement for the Homestead Baby Grand Theatre. Several procedural waivers and report adoptions were carried unanimously.

• Approved purchase of two supportive housing properties (13‑0)
• Authorized $5,749,188 debenture borrowing for Better Homes Kingston (carried)
• Approved Homestead Baby Grand Theatre naming‑rights agreement ($20,000 annually) (carried)
• Approved addendum (13‑0)
• Waived Section 12.7 to permit Kristine Bedard to speak (13‑0)
• Waived Section 12.7 to permit Frank Dixon to speak (13‑0)
• Adopted Report Number 87 (13‑0)
• Adopted Report Number 88 (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on various land-use permissions, minor variances, and lot consents. These requests include adding residential units, changing business uses, and adjusting building dimensions for several properties across the city.

• Permission for a creativity centre and personal service shop at 89-95 Concession Street
• Permission for a third residential unit at 18 Drayton Avenue
• Minor variance for a reduced lot area and land transfer at 99 Charles Street
• Consent to sever an urban residential lot of 494 square metres at 1152 Lincoln Drive
• Minor variance for a 8.8-metre-tall garage at 2335 McIvor Road

The Committee of Adjustment deferred two pending applications and approved a series of residential permission, variance and consent requests. Approvals included a third unit at 18 Drayton Avenue, a reduced lot area and consent at 99 Charles Street, a lot severance at 1152 Lincoln Drive, a two‑storey addition at 43 Seaforth Road, an elevated rear deck at 277 Main Street, and a parking lot variance at 255 Yonge Street. All approvals were carried subject to the conditions listed in the respective reports.

• Deferral of Application for Permission – 89-95 Concession Street (deferred)
• Deferral of Application for Minor Variance – 2335 McIvor Road (deferred)
• Approved Application for Permission – 18 Drayton Avenue (third residential unit)
• Approved Minor Variance and Consent – 99 Charles Street (reduced lot area and 0.92 m² parcel transfer)
• Provisionally approved Consent – 1152 Lincoln Drive (severance of 494 m² lot)
• Approved Minor Variance – 43 Seaforth Road (two‑storey addition)
• Approved Minor Variance – 277 Main Street (50 m² elevated rear deck)
• Approved Minor Variance – 255 Yonge Street (parking lot increase to 57.2 m²)

Council Resourcing Review Working Group

The Council Resourcing Review Working Group will elect its officers and approve the minutes from its September 22 meeting. It will discuss which comparator municipalities to examine and what survey questions to use for a study on full‑time councillors. The group will also approve an updated work plan and schedule its next meeting for October 30.

• Election of officers for the working group
• Discussion of comparator municipalities and survey questions for council resourcing analysis
• Approval of the updated work plan (attached PDF)
• Setting the next meeting date for October 30, 2025

The group elected Don Aldridge as Chair and Liz Schell as Vice‑Chair. The agenda amendment and the corrected minutes from the previous meeting were both approved. The Work Plan was approved after edits to the public‑engagement timeline.

• Don Aldridge elected Chair (Carried)
• Liz Schell elected Vice‑Chair (Carried)
• Agenda amendment approved (Carried)
• Minutes amendment approved (Carried)
• Work Plan approved (Carried)

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee will consider four Ontario Heritage Act applications for properties at 4-6 Rideau Street, 123 King Street East, 63 West Street, and 216 Ontario Street. It will refer the Rideau Street application to the Director of Heritage Services and support Council approval of the other three, each subject to conditions in the attached reports. The meeting also includes a permit status report for October 2025 and correspondence on heritage design‑incentive matters.

• Application for heritage approval – 4-6 Rideau Street (refer to Director of Heritage Services)
• Application for heritage approval – 123 King Street East (support Council approval)
• Application for heritage approval – 63 West Street (support Council approval)
• Application for heritage approval – 216 Ontario Street (support Council approval)
• Permit Report – October 2025

Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee

The Environment, Infrastructure & Transportation Policies Committee will consider three reports. It will recommend that Council approve the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund application for public donation. The Site Alteration By‑Law update and the Pothole Key Performance Indicators update are presented for information only.

• Kingston Community Climate Action Fund project selection – recommendation to Council for approval
• Site Alteration By‑Law update – informational report
• Pothole Key Performance Indicators update – informational report

The Environment, Infrastructure & Transportation Policies Committee approved a recommendation to Council that the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund application meets the objectives and eligibility criteria and should be approved for public donation. The motion was moved by Councillor Tozzo, seconded by Councillor Cinanni, and was carried. No other substantive decisions were recorded in this meeting.

• Recommended Council affirm Climate Action Fund application for public donation (carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will present two early-stage development proposals to gather public feedback. No decisions will be made at this meeting as the reports do not contain staff recommendations.

• Community meeting for proposal at 1623 Highway 15 & 1376 Butternut Creek Road (File D09-004-2024)
• Community meeting for proposal at 1501 Highway 15 (File D09-009-2024)

The Committee heard public comments on the Official Plan Amendment for the site at 1623 Highway 15 & 1376 Butternut Creek Road. Staff responded to concerns about traffic, environmental protection, and affordable housing. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded during the meeting.

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the first draft and 'Big Ideas' associated with the New Official Plan Project (YG220K).

• YG220K: New Official Plan Project - 'Big Ideas' & First Draft

The committee reviewed the first draft of the new Official Plan, covering strategic growth areas, housing, economic development, and climate considerations. Members asked questions about hospital timing, urban boundary expansion, non‑conforming uses, and design flexibility. Staff indicated that many details, including natural heritage mapping and urban boundary locations, will be addressed in future drafts. No formal decisions were taken.

City Council Meeting

The council will decide on a zoning by‑law amendment for 33 Compton Street, approve a $400,000 allocation for the Family Physician Recruitment Program, and consider a motion urging VIA Rail to maintain and enhance passenger service. Additional items include a heritage approval for 250 Old Kiln Crescent and a recognition of Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Operator Appreciation Day.

• Zoning By‑Law amendment (File D14‑008‑2025) for 33 Compton Street
• Allocate $400,000 from the Working Fund Reserve to the Family Physician Recruitment Program
• Motion requesting VIA Rail to maintain existing service and develop an enhanced service plan
• Ontario Heritage Act approval for new construction at 250 Old Kiln Crescent (File P18‑052‑2025)
• Recognition of October 23, 2025 as Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Operator Appreciation Day

Council approved an addendum, recognized Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Operator Appreciation Day, and allocated $400,000 from the Working Fund Reserve to support the family physician recruitment program. The council also requested municipal ice‑storm assistance, adopted a revised pregnancy/parental leave policy for council members, approved heritage approval for 250 Old Kiln Crescent, and approved a zoning by‑law amendment for 33 Compton Street. All motions were carried unanimously, with vote counts ranging from 9‑0 to 11‑0.

• Approved addendum (11-0)
• Recognized Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Operator Appreciation Day (10-0)
• Allocated $400,000 for family physician recruitment program (10-0)
• Requested Municipal Ice Storm Assistance program assistance (9-0)
• Adopted revised Pregnancy/Parental Leave policy for council members (9-0)
• Approved heritage application for 250 Old Kiln Crescent (9-0)
• Approved zoning By‑Law amendment for 33 Compton Street (9-0)
• Adopted Report No. 84 from Administrative Policies Committee (9-0)

Planning Committee

The Kingston Planning Committee will present two early‑stage development proposals—one at 630 Gore Road (File D09-003-2024) and another at 3279 and 3403 Creekford Road (File D09-006-2024). Each proposal will be introduced by the applicant and followed by a public comment period. No staff recommendation is attached and no decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Presentation of development proposal for 630 Gore Road (File D09-003-2024)
• Presentation of development proposal for 3279 & 3403 Creekford Road (File D09-006-2024)
• Public comment opened after each presentation
• Correspondence received Sep 11‑24 2025 regarding 630 Gore Road
• No minutes to approve

The Planning Committee heard presentations on Official Plan amendments for 3279 & 3403 Creekford Road and 630 Gore Road. Members of the public raised concerns about wetlands, tree preservation, infrastructure capacity, and affordable housing. City staff responded with information on natural heritage studies, servicing plans, and the role of the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning Committee

The committee will hold a community meeting to hear early-stage development proposals. No decisions will be made at this meeting as the reports do not contain staff recommendations.

• Development proposal for 1054 Highway 2 (File Number: D09-007-2024)
• Development proposal for 790 Highway 2 (File Number: D09-005-2024)

The Planning Committee heard extensive public comments on the proposed amendment to the Official Plan and urban boundary expansion at 1054 Highway 2. Staff explained the consultation process, upcoming studies, and that recommendations will be made later. No motions were voted on and no approvals or denials were recorded.

Council Resourcing Review Working Group

The Working Group will introduce its members and consider the proposed meeting dates for future sessions. It will discuss and seek approval of the draft work plan and the approach to public consultation. An information package for members will be reviewed, and the date of the next meeting will be considered.

• Introduction to the Working Group
• Approval of proposed meeting schedule
• Discussion and approval of draft work plan
• Discussion on public consultation approach
• Review of information package for members

The Council Resourcing Review Working Group approved a recurring meeting schedule of alternate Thursdays at 1:00 p.m., beginning on October 16, 2025. The group also consented to the draft Work Plan, noting it may be updated as work progresses. Public consultation methods were discussed but no decision was recorded. The next meeting is set for October 16, 2025.

• Approved meeting schedule: alternate Thursdays at 1:00 p.m., starting Oct 16, 2025
• Approved draft Work Plan (no vote tally provided)

Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee will discuss a standing update report and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The committee will also consider a motion requesting a report on government funding sources for housing initiatives.

• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2025 meeting
• Standing Update Report - August 2025
• Briefing on Homelessness Point in Time count
• Motion to request City Council report on funding sources
• Next meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025

The agenda and the minutes from the July 17 meeting were approved. Two motions – one to request a budget‑allocation briefing and another asking City Council to direct staff to provide a funding‑source report – were withdrawn. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved July 17 minutes (carried)
• Withdrawn motion requesting budget‑allocation data
• Withdrawn motion requesting funding‑source information report

Planning Committee

The committee will hear a community‑meeting presentation for a development proposal at 1575 Westbrook Road (File D35-004-2025), which is for public comment only. It will also consider a recommendation to approve a zoning by‑law amendment for 33 Compton Street (File D14-008-2025) and forward that recommendation to City Council. Routine items include agenda approval, confirmation of minutes from previous meetings, and scheduling the next special meeting on October 1, 2025.

• Community‑meeting presentation for 1575 Westbrook Road (File D35-004-2025)
• Recommendation to approve zoning by‑law amendment for 33 Compton Street (File D14-008-2025)
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Confirmation of minutes for meetings 2025-16 and 2025-17
• Next special Planning Committee meeting set for October 1, 2025

The committee heard a presentation on a zoning by‑law amendment for 1575 Westbrook Road and received extensive public comments about traffic, odour, water and property‑value impacts. Staff explained that a Traffic Impact Study, environmental assessments and noise studies have been completed and that the application will proceed through further environmental compliance and site‑plan stages. No vote or formal approval or denial was recorded during the meeting.

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee will review three Ontario Heritage Act applications: 1311 Turnbull Way, 73 Alwington Avenue, and 250 Old Kiln Crescent. For each, the committee will refer the application to the Director of Heritage Services for final approval, subject to conditions in the attached reports. The meeting also includes an informational report on heritage designation incentives and updates on recent permit activity.

• Application for Ontario Heritage Act approval – 1311 Turnbull Way (detached garage and façade alterations)
• Application for Ontario Heritage Act approval – 73 Alwington Avenue (coach house conversion, masonry and roof repairs)
• Application for Ontario Heritage Act approval – 250 Old Kiln Crescent (new one‑and‑a‑half storey dwelling and garage)
• Heritage Designation Incentives report (information only)
• Permit reports for August 2025 and September 2025

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the July and August meetings. It referred the applications for 1311 Turnbull Way and 73 Alwington Avenue to the Director of Heritage Services for final approval, subject to conditions. It also recommended that council approve the new construction at 250 Old Kiln Crescent, with conditions. All motions were carried.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Approved minutes from July 16 and August 27 meetings (Carried)
• Referred 1311 Turnbull Way application to Director for final approval (Carried)
• Referred 73 Alwington Avenue application to Director for final approval (Carried)
• Recommended council approve 250 Old Kiln Crescent application (Carried)

City Council Meeting

City Council will vote on a multi-year accessibility plan and amendments to sewer and fee by-laws. Members will also discuss a motion to require semi-annual financial reports and crime statistics from the Kingston Police Service Board.

• Approval of the 2026-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Proposed naming of a private road at 186 Hillendale Avenue as Trailblazers Lane
• Amendments to By-Law Number 2008-192 (Sewer Use) and By-Law Number 2025-6 (Fees and Charges)
• Review of July 2025 contracts awarded over $100,000
• Update on the Former Davis Tannery Lands and Ontario Land Tribunal proceedings

The council approved an addendum to a pending matter and moved several by‑law items forward for three readings, including naming a private road Trailblazers Lane and amending sewer and fee by‑laws. The 2026‑2028 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan was approved, and the council requested semi‑annual financial reports from the Kingston Police Service Board. All motions were carried unanimously or with full attendance.

• Approved Addendum (Moved by Cinanni, seconded by Chaves) – Yeas 10, Absents 3, carried 10‑0
• Approved 2026‑2028 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan (Moved by Tozzo, seconded by Amos) – carried
• Requested semi‑annual Police Service Board financial reports (Moved by Ridge, seconded by Hassan) – Yeas 12, Absents 1, carried 12‑0
• Approved naming of private road Trailblazers Lane at 186 Hillendale Avenue (Resolution 2025‑293) – carried
• Approved administrative amendments to Sewer Use By‑Law (Resolution 2025‑294) – carried
• Approved amendment to Fees and Charges By‑Law (Resolution 2025‑295) – carried
• Received and adopted Report Number 81 from CAO (Consent) (Moved by Ridge, seconded by Stephen) – Yeas 12, Absents 1, carried 12‑0
• Received and adopted Report Number 82 from Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee (Moved by Tozzo, seconded by Amos) – Yeas 12, Absents 1, carried 12‑0

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider several applications for minor variances and permissions for residential construction. The body will review requests for building setbacks, height increases, and a property severance.

• Proposed lot severance and minor variances for 80 and 82 York Street
• Minor variance for a new additional rural unit at 4 Aragon Road
• Minor variance for three decks and two sheds at 1290 Channelview Drive
• Permission for a two-storey addition at 3770 6th Concession Road
• Minor variance for increased building depth at 72 Hatter Street

The Committee of Adjustment approved six applications, all carried. Approvals included a major interior‑setback reduction at 4375 Highway 15, a two‑storey addition at 3770 6th Concession Road, and variances for decks, sheds, an additional rural unit, and building depth at 72 Hatter Street. The Committee also amended Exhibit A to remove an archeological‑assessment condition.

• Approved minor variance for 4375 Highway 15 (interior setback reduced to 1.2 m) – carried
• Approved permission for 3770 6th Concession Road (two‑storey addition) – carried
• Approved minor variance for 1290 Channelview Drive (decks and sheds) – carried
• Approved minor variance for 4 Aragon Road (additional rural unit) – carried
• Approved minor variance for 72 Hatter Street (building depth increased to 20 m) – carried
• Amended Exhibit A to delete the archeological‑assessment condition – carried

Appeals Committee

The Kingston Appeals Committee will review two property standards appeals: one by Vicki Martyn for 611 Portsmouth Avenue and another by Trevor Farrar for 58 Queen Street Unit 5. For each appeal the committee may confirm, modify, rescind, or extend the existing order. The meeting runs from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on September 15, 2025.

• Property Standards Appeal – 611 Portsmouth Avenue – Appellant: Vicki Martyn
• Property Standards Appeal – 58 Queen Street Unit 5 – Appellant: Trevor Farrar

The Appeals Committee considered two appeals. For 611 Portsmouth Avenue, the committee unanimously extended the compliance deadline to September 22, 2025. For 58 Queen Street Unit 5, the committee unanimously extended the deadline to December 14, 2025. The next meeting is set for October 27, 2025, and the committee adjourned at 1:10 p.m.

• Extended compliance deadline for 611 Portsmouth Ave to Sep 22 2025 (unanimous)
• Extended compliance deadline for 58 Queen St Unit 5 to Dec 14 2025 (unanimous)
• Scheduled next Appeals Committee meeting for Oct 27 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 1:10 p.m.

Administrative Policies Committee

The Administrative Policies Committee is reviewing a proposal to rescind and replace the current Pregnancy and Parental Leave for Members of Council Policy (POL-75). The meeting also includes a delegation regarding the Property Standard By-Law and informational reports on city management.

• Proposed revision of Pregnancy and Parental Leave for Council Members Policy (POL-75)
• Delegation from Lisa Robitaille regarding the Property Standard By-Law
• Rideaucrest Home Report for June - August 2025 (for information)
• Committees and Working Groups Mandate Review report (for information)

The Administrative Policies Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the July 10 meeting. It resolved to become the Board of Management for Rideaucrest Home, then later to rise from that Board. The committee recommended that the existing Pregnancy/Parental Leave policy (POL‑75) be rescinded and that a revised policy be approved. All motions were carried.

• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes of Administrative Policies Committee Meeting 2025-04
• Resolved committee into the Board of Management for Rideaucrest Home (Carried)
• Resolved committee to rise from the Board of Management for Rideaucrest Home (Carried)
• Recommended rescinding POL‑75 and approving revised Pregnancy/Parental Leave policy (Carried)

Rural Economic and Community Development Working Group

The Rural Economic & Community Development Working Group will hear a presentation from city staff on the first draft of the new City Official Plan for rural communities, released on the project website on August 13. The group will receive an update on the 2025 Rural Community Program Fund events and discuss whether to continue the fund in 2026. Additional discussion will cover potential 2026 rural community events, a communications report on 2025 Samsung Fund spending, and a Winter Scale‑Up food production training day scheduled for November 17 at Portsmouth Olympic Harbour.

• Presentation of the first draft of the new City Official Plan for rural communities (released August 13)
• Update on 2025 Rural Community Program Fund events (Honeybee Festival, Sounds of the Pines, Grass Creek Disc Golf signage) and discussion of fund continuation for 2026
• Discussion of potential 2026 Rural Community Events at fire halls, parks, and other venues
• Communications Department report on 2025 marketing dollars spent from the Samsung Fund
• Winter Scale‑Up Food Production Training Days event on Monday, November 17 at Portsmouth Olympic Harbour

The agenda and the previous meeting notes were approved. Eric Jobidon was appointed acting Chair for the meeting. The group voted to increase the Rural Advisory Working Group to eight members plus two councillors for 2026. Other items were discussed and will be revisited at the November 17 meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting notes (unanimous)
• Appointed Eric Jobidon as acting Chair (unanimous)
• Voted to increase Rural Advisory Working Group to 8 members + 2 councillors for 2026

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will hold a community meeting to present a potential development proposal for 310 Barrie Street. No decisions will be made at this meeting as the session is intended for public feedback and questions.

• Development proposal presentation for 310 Barrie Street (File Number: D14-011-2025)

The Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. No substantive motions or decisions on the 310 Barrie Street zoning amendment were made. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Minutes of 2025-15 approved (carried)
• Meeting adjourned (carried)

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review the 2026-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan for recommendation to Council. The body will also receive updates on recreation facilities and the Accessibility Office, and appoint members to three project teams.

• Recommendation of the 2026-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Appointments to the Official Plan Project Team
• Appointments to the Williamsville Renewal Project Team
• Appointments to the Riverside Central Park Bridge Replacement Project Team
• 2025 Recreation Services and Recreation Facilities Update

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee moved and seconded a recommendation that the 2026‑2028 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan be approved by Council, and the motion carried. The Committee also appointed members to three project teams, and those appointments carried. Agenda and minutes were approved without dissent.

• Recommend Council approve 2026‑2028 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan (carried)
• Approve meeting agenda (carried)
• Approve minutes from meeting 2025‑05 (carried)
• Appoint Megan Quin and Amanda Amesse to Official Plan Project Team (carried)
• Appoint Chantaille Buczynski to Williamsville Renewal Project Team (carried)
• Appoint Aldo Ramirez and Matthew Aylsworth to Riverside Central Park Bridge Replacement Project Team (carried)

City Council Meeting

Council approved up to $1,400,000 for the Township of South Frontenac to fund 56 affordable housing units at the Verona Street project. The council also directed a $38,686.80 contribution to the Kinsmen Club for the 2026 Dream Home project and approved a 15‑year lease‑to‑own agreement for 4.4 acres in the St. Lawrence Business Park with Kingston Multisport Investment Group. New Real Property Acquisition and Disposition policies were adopted, and the existing 30% greenhouse‑gas reduction target for 2030 was maintained.

• $1,400,000 allocated to South Frontenac for 56 affordable units at Verona Street.
• $38,686.80 contribution to the Kinsmen Club for the 2026 Dream Home project.
• 15‑year lease‑to‑own for ~4.4 acres (Lot 214 and adjacent land) in St. Lawrence Business Park with Kingston Multisport Investment Group.
• Adoption of a new Real Property Acquisition and Disposition Policy, repealing four older real‑estate policies.
• Council kept the 30% GHG reduction target by 2030 and did not increase it to 40‑50%.

The council approved naming‑rights agreements for the Davies Lounge ($100,000) and the Box Office ($42,500 total) at Kingston Grand Theatre. It appointed five residents and two organizational representatives to the Council Resourcing Review Working Group. Council directed a $38,686.80 contribution to the 2026 Kinsmen Dream Home project and approved a surplus and by‑law readings for Lower Union. Finally, the council adopted a new Real Property Acquisition and Disposition Policy, repealing four older policies, with all votes unanimous except the Box Office naming‑rights vote (11‑1).

• Approved naming rights for Davies Lounge, $100,000 donation (12‑0)
• Approved naming rights for Box Office, $42,500 total donation (11‑1)
• Approved appointments to Council Resourcing Review Working Group (12‑0)
• Directed $38,686.80 contribution to Kinsmen Dream Home project (carried)
• Approved surplus and by‑law readings for Lower Union site (carried)
• Adopted Real Property Acquisition and Disposition Policy, repealing four policies (12‑0)

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee will review Stream Two permits and an Ontario Heritage Act application for the property at 131 Johnson Street. The application (file P18-044-2025) was deemed complete on July 21, 2025 and proposes a three‑storey residential building and removal of a small vestibule addition. The committee is asked to refer the application to the Director of Heritage Services for final approval, subject to conditions in Exhibit A.

• Stream Two permits – approval through delegated authority
• Ontario Heritage Act application for 131 Johnson Street (file P18-044-2025)
• Proposed three‑storey residential building and removal of vestibule addition
• Referral to Director of Heritage Services for final approval
• Conditions outlined in Exhibit A to Report HP-25-020

The committee elected Ann Stevens as Chair by consent. The agenda was approved after a motion by Councillor Mayo and a second by Councillor Heissler. The application for Ontario Heritage Act approval at 131 Johnson Street was referred to the Director of Heritage Services for final approval with conditions. The meeting was adjourned at 10:07 a.m.

• Elected Ann Stevens as Chair of the meeting (consent)
• Agenda approved (moved by Mayo, seconded by Heissler, carried)
• Referred 131 Johnson Street heritage application to Director for final approval with conditions (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 10:07 a.m. (moved by Mayo, seconded by Legnini, carried)

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, and hear delegations from Logan Jackson on the Kingston Institute for Multi-Racial Inclusion (KIMRI) and from Yu Jier Kou on Building Belonging: Newcomer Services. An informational report from the Commissioner of Community Services (EDI-25-012) will be presented. The committee will discuss its procedures, receive an update from the EDI office, and review correspondence related to KIMRI and newcomer services.

• Delegation: Logan Jackson speaking on the Kingston Institute for Multi-Racial Inclusion (KIMRI)
• Delegation: Yu Jier Kou speaking on Building Belonging: Newcomer Services
• Briefing: Report of the Commissioner of Community Services (EDI-25-012) – informational
• Committee Procedure Discussion
• Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office Update

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. No motions were passed. The Committee discussed potential collaboration with KIMRI and newcomer services and explored ways to better publicize future meetings. The next meeting is set for November 25, 2025.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes from meeting 2025-02 (carried)

Nominations Committee

The Kingston Nominations Committee will meet virtually on August 21, 2025. It will approve the agenda and minutes from its previous meeting, then review applications for committee appointments. The primary appointment under consideration is a single seat on the Planning Advisory Committee.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of minutes from meeting 2025-01 (Feb. 25, 2025)
• Consideration of applications for committee appointments
• Planning Advisory Committee (1 appointment)

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the February 25 meeting. It then recommended that Nancy Wartman be appointed to the Planning Advisory Committee for a term ending November 14, 2026. The committee also placed Jane Bailey and Blaine Fudge in the alternate pool for the same committee. All motions were carried.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes of Nominations Committee Meeting 2025-01 (carried)
• Recommended appointment of Nancy Wartman to Planning Advisory Committee (carried)
• Added Jane Bailey to alternate pool for Planning Advisory Committee (carried)
• Added Blaine Fudge to alternate pool for Planning Advisory Committee (carried)

Heritage Properties Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, discussions, or projects are listed.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review three minor variance applications: an accessory structure at 4375 Highway 15, a two‑storey addition with garage and units at 58 Hatter Street, and a hotel expansion with a carriage‑house addition at 141 King Street East. Each application includes specific setback reductions and is recommended for approval subject to conditions. The meeting also covers routine items such as approval of prior minutes, disclosures, and setting the next meeting date.

• Minor variance for 4375 Highway 15 accessory structure – interior setback reduced from 9.0 m to 4.5 m
• Minor variance for 58 Hatter Street two‑storey addition, garage, two residential units, and rear deck – multiple setback reductions requested
• Minor variance and permission for 141 King Street East hotel expansion – rear setback reduced from 6.4 m to 0 m and interior setback from 3.9 m to 0.2 m
• Approval of minutes from the July 21, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting
• Scheduling the next Committee of Adjustment meeting for September 15, 2025

The Committee deferred the minor variance application for 4375 Highway 15. It approved the minor variance (File D13-034-2025) for 58 Hatter Street, allowing a two‑storey addition with two new units and an elevated rear deck, subject to listed conditions. An amendment was adopted to add a privacy‑fence condition to that approval. The Committee also approved the application (File D13-043-2025) for 141 King Street East to expand a non‑conforming hotel with a single‑storey addition and granted the related variances, subject to conditions. The replacement of Exhibit F to Report COA‑25‑061 was consented to.

• Deferred Application for Minor Variance – 4375 Highway 15 (consent)
• Approved minor variance for 58 Hatter Street (File D13-034-2025) – carried
• Amended 58 Hatter Street approval to require a privacy fence – carried
• Consented to replace Exhibit F with updated version for Report COA-25-061
• Approved application and variances for 141 King Street East (File D13-043-2025) – carried

Appeals Committee

The agenda for the Kingston Appeals Committee meeting on 2025-08-18 does not list any items. No decisions or discussions are documented in the provided agenda.

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review two recommendation reports for properties on Westbrook Road and Lower Union Street. The committee will make recommendations to City Council regarding the approval of these applications.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment for 1480 Westbrook Road (File D14-002-2025) submitted by ML Larocque Contracting Inc. and Fotenn Consultants Inc.
• Official Plan, Community Improvement Plan, and Zoning By-Law Amendments for 5 Lower Union Street (Files D35-003-2021 & D09-003-2021) submitted by Homestead Land Holdings Ltd. on behalf of Friend of the Marine Museum

The Committee approved the agenda amendment. It adopted a recommendation to approve a zoning by‑law amendment (File D14‑002‑2025) for 1480 Westbrook Road and to present the by‑law to Council for three readings. No other motions were recorded.

• Approved agenda amendment (Carried)
• Approved recommendation to amend zoning by‑law for 1480 Westbrook Road (Carried)

City Council Meeting

Kingston City Council will consider a lease agreement for an animation studio with tax exemptions, approve a $12 million road renewal budget, and authorize the sale of a property for housing development. The meeting also includes a closed session on land acquisition and litigation.

• Lease agreement for Limestone Animation Inc. at 623 King Street West with tax exemption
• Sale of 900 Division Street for $1,500,000 to fund housing initiatives
• Budget amendment of $12,000,000 for road renewal ahead of 2026
• Approval of $190,000 in Community Investment Fund grants
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition and potential litigation

Council declared the 196 Lappan’s Lane property surplus and approved its sale for $4,100,000, waiving the two‑appraisal requirement. The net proceeds will support the relocated household hazardous waste site and the municipal capital reserve. The council also approved a tax‑exempt lease with Limestone Animation Inc. at 623 King Street West, amended parking fines around Kingston General Hospital, and adopted $190,000 in Community Investment Fund grants.

• Approved sale of 196 Lappan’s Lane for $4,100,000 (13‑0)
• Waived appraisal requirement for property over $1,000,000 (12‑0)
• Approved municipal capital facility agreement with Limestone Animation Inc. (carried)
• Amended parking by‑law to set $35 fine and $30 early‑payment amount (carried)
• Approved 14 Community Investment Fund grant recommendations totaling $190,000 (12‑0)
• Adopted Report Number 70 from the Chief Administrative Officer (13‑0)
• Adopted Report Number 71 from the Chief Administrative Officer (carried)
• Resolved Council into Committee of the Whole “Closed Meeting” (11‑0)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review a recommendation for a final plan of condominium at 223 Princess Street. The meeting also includes a community presentation for a potential development proposal at 686 Centennial Drive.

• Final Plan of Condominium application for 223 Princess Street (File D07-002-2025)
• Community meeting presentation for 686 Centennial Drive (File D35-002-2025)

The Committee approved the agenda after it was moved by Councillor Chaves and seconded by Councillor Oosterhof. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes. The meeting included a community presentation on the 686 Centennial Drive development, but no vote or recommendation on that proposal was made.

• Agenda approved (moved by Chaves, seconded by Oosterhof, carried)

Post Secondary Working Group

The Post Secondary Working Group met on August 6, 2025 to receive updates from city staff on the Special Constable Program and the city’s recycling transition. Members also reviewed upcoming student‑community events, including a Homecoming BBQ and collaboration with district associations, and discussed recent Downtown Business Improvement Area events. The meeting included a roundtable for member comments and routine communications items.

• Special Constable Program – update from city staff
• Recycling Transition – update from city staff
• Upcoming events – Homecoming BBQ and student‑community collaborations
• Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) events – current considerations
• Roundtable discussion – member comments

The group moved to approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting; both motions were carried. The meeting was then adjourned at 1:56 p.m. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Minutes from April 23, 2025 approved (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 1:56 p.m. (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Kingston Committee of Adjustment will review a supplemental report recommending approval of a consent application for 757 Front Road. It will also consider five minor variance applications for properties on Boardwalk Drive, Beth Crescent, Kenwoods Circle, The Point Road, and Concession Street. Each variance request includes specific changes to setbacks, building dimensions, or accessory structures. Decisions will be recorded in the meeting minutes.

• Consent application – 757 Front Road (File D10-014-2025) – easement to facilitate servicing
• Minor variance – 1637 Boardwalk Drive (File D13-020-2025) – inground pool setback reduction
• Minor variance – 507 Beth Crescent (File D13-030-2025) – deck size increase
• Minor variance – 80 Kenwoods Circle (File D13-030-2025) – accessory building and pool distance reductions
• Minor variance – 5 The Point Road (File D13-029-2025) – accessory building height increase and right‑of‑way setback reduction

The Committee approved an amendment to the agenda and ratified the minutes from the June 16 meeting. It appointed Malcolm Norwood and James Bar as acting Deputy Secretary‑Treasurers. The Committee also approved the consent application (File D10‑014‑2025) for a three‑metre easement to service the severed lot at 757 Front Road.

• Approved agenda amendment (carried)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (carried)
• Appointed Malcolm Norwood as acting Deputy Secretary‑Treasurer (carried)
• Appointed James Bar as acting Deputy Secretary‑Treasurer (carried)
• Approved consent application File D10‑014‑2025 for 757 Front Road easement (carried)

Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee will open the meeting, approve the agenda, and confirm minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting. Delegates from Immigrant Services Kingston and HomeBase Housing will present briefings on newcomer diversion services and local housing programs. The committee will receive a standing update report (HHC-25-008) for information only and set the next meeting for September 18, 2025.

• Approval of agenda
• Confirmation of minutes from May 15, 2025
• Delegation: Yu Jier Kou – Prevention Diversion Services for Newcomers
• Delegation: Tom Greening – HomeBase Housing
• Standing Update Report (HHC-25-008) – information only

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee approved the amended agenda and carried the motion to approve the minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded during this session.

• Agenda amendment approved (carried)
• Minutes from meeting 2025-04 approved (carried)

Planning Committee

The Kingston Planning Committee will consider two recommendation reports that propose zoning by‑law amendments and, for 92 Napier Street, an official‑plan amendment and draft subdivision. The committee will recommend these applications to City Council for approval. A community‑meeting presentation for 391 Barrie Street will be heard, but no decision will be made on that proposal. Standard procedural items such as agenda approval and minutes confirmation are also on the agenda.

• Community meeting presentation – 391 Barrie Street (File D14-010-2025)
• Recommendation report – 92 Napier Street: official‑plan amendment, zoning by‑law amendment, draft subdivision (File D35-006-2024)
• Recommendation report – 1048 Midland Avenue: zoning by‑law amendment (File D14-003-2025)
• Approval of the agenda and confirmation of minutes from the July 3 meeting
• Disclosure of pecuniary interest

The Committee heard public comments on the proposed zoning by‑law amendment for 391 Barrie Street. Staff explained that a technical review by several city departments is ongoing and that the applicant will be asked to address comments before a recommendation is made. The Committee will consider the resubmitted application at a later meeting.

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee is reviewing applications for alterations and new construction under the Ontario Heritage Act. The body is also recommending a decision to Council regarding the repeal of a heritage designation by-law.

• Proposed masonry repairs, stair reconstruction, and retaining wall work at 111 Norman Rogers Drive
• Proposed construction of a two-storey dwelling and detached garage at 246 Old Kiln Crescent
• Recommendation to Council to refuse the repeal of By-Law 2024-180 designating 2555 Highway 38 as having cultural heritage value
• Review of the July 2025 Permit Report

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 18, 2025 session. It referred the Ontario Heritage Act application for 111 Norman Rogers Drive to the Director of Heritage Services for final approval. It also recommended that Council approve the application for new construction at 246 Old Kiln Crescent, subject to Exhibit A conditions.

• Approved agenda amendment (Carried)
• Approved minutes from June 18, 2025 meeting (Carried)
• Referred 111 Norman Rogers Drive application to Director of Heritage Services for final approval (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve 246 Old Kiln Crescent application with Exhibit A conditions (Carried)

Administrative Policies Committee

The Administrative Policies Committee will meet on July 10, 2025 to consider several matters. A key recommendation is for Council to approve tax write‑offs totaling $42,303.99 under sections 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act. The committee will also recommend approval of the 2024 audited financial statements, appointment of KPMG LLP as auditor for 2025‑2029, and amendments to By‑Law 2005‑100 for temperature standards and driveway maintenance.

• Tax Write Offs under the Municipal Act totaling $42,303.99 (City portion $32,863.00, school boards $8,517.43, Downtown Kingston BIA $923.56)
• Appointment of KPMG LLP as auditor for the City of Kingston and Kingston‑Frontenac Public Library for 2025‑2027 with option to extend to 2029
• Approval of the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2024
• Amendment to By‑Law 2005‑100 – Adequate Temperature Requirements for Residential Rental Units
• Proposed amendment to By‑Law 2005‑100 – Driveway and Parking Area Maintenance (Pothole Compliance)

The Administrative Policies Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the April meeting. It received the 2024 audited financial statements and recommended that council formally approve them. The committee resolved itself into, then rose from, the Board of Management for Rideaucrest Home. It also recommended that council amend By‑Law 2005‑100 to update temperature requirements for residential rentals and adopt related property‑standards and enforcement policy changes.

• Agenda approved (Carried)
• April meeting minutes approved (Carried)
• Audited financial statements for 2024 received and recommended for council approval (Carried)
• Committee resolved into Rideaucrest Home Board of Management (Carried)
• Committee rose from Rideaucrest Home Board of Management (Carried)
• By‑Law 2005‑100 temperature requirements recommended for further amendment (Carried)
• By‑Law 2005‑100 property‑standards driveway/pothole changes and enforcement policy recommended (Carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

City Council Meeting

City Council will hear delegations and a petition regarding the use of 924 Sydenham Road. The body will also consider funding for a foodbank and the development of a new aquatic park.

• Proposed $3M development of Patry Aquatic Park at Battery Park, including $2M from Municipal Capital Reserve Fund and $1M in-kind contribution
• Proposed $250,000 grant and $1.5M loan to Partners in Mission Foodbank for construction at 4 Harvey Street
• Public hearing and petition of 742 signatures regarding the development of 924 Sydenham Road as a shelter
• Noise By-Law exemption for Queen's University Orientation events from August 29 to September 7, 2025
• Zoning By-Law amendment for 1442 Garrett Road

The council approved the appointment of Ian Semple as Commissioner of Transportation & Infrastructure Services, effective July 9, 2025, and authorized the CAO to finalize his employment terms. An addendum was also approved unanimously. A motion to waive a procedural by‑law to consider a delegation was defeated, and Report Number 64 was adopted.

• Ian Semple appointed Commissioner of Transportation & Infrastructure Services (13‑0)
• Addendum approved (13‑0)
• Waiver of Section 12.13 d) to consider delegation motion defeated (3‑10)
• Report Number 64 (Consent) received and adopted (13‑0)
• Committee of Whole “Closed Meeting” resolution carried (11‑0)
• Council authorized CAO to finalize terms of employment for the new commissioner (13‑0)

Planning Committee

The committee will hear a community‑meeting presentation for a development at 2980‑2988 Princess Street (File D14‑009‑2025), allowing public comment but making no decision on that proposal. It will also consider a recommendation report to amend the Brownfields Community Improvement Plan (File D09‑001‑2025) and will recommend to Council that the amendment and related by‑law be approved.

• Community‑meeting presentation for development at 2980‑2988 Princess Street (File D14‑009‑2025)
• Recommendation to amend the Brownfields Community Improvement Plan (File D09‑001‑2025) submitted by the City of Kingston
• Proposed amendment to By‑Law No. 2018‑13 to adopt the amended Brownfields CIP

The Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the June 19 meeting. It then recommended to Council that the amendments to the Brownfields Community Improvement Plan (File D09-001-2025) be approved and that a by‑law be presented for all three readings to amend By‑Law 2018-13. The meeting was adjourned at 7:11 p.m.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of Planning Committee Meeting 2025-12 (motion carried)
• Recommended to Council approval of Brownfields Community Improvement Plan amendments and presentation of By‑Law 2018-13 amendment (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:11 p.m. (motion carried)

Arts, Recreation and Community Policies Committee

The Arts, Recreation and Community Policies Committee will receive information reports on two primary items. These include a five-year service system plan for child care and early years, and an update on the Confederation Basin Promenade Project.

• Briefing and information report on the Child Care & Early Years - 5 Year Service System Plan (ARCP-25-009)
• Information report on the Confederation Basin Promenade Project - Swimming Docks and Water Play Area (ARCP-25-011)

The Arts, Recreation & Community Policies Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. No motions, notices of motion, or other business were presented, and the committee did not make any decisions on the child‑care plan or the Confederation Basin waterpark project. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (Carried)
• Minutes approved (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned (Carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will present two zoning by‑law amendment proposals—one for 1442 Garrett Road in the Countryside district and another for 735 Innovation Drive in the Pittsburgh district—and will recommend them to City Council for approval. The meeting also includes a community‑meeting segment where early‑stage development proposals at 1429 Highway 15 and 33 Compton Street are presented for public comment, but no decisions will be made on those items. Standard agenda items such as approval of minutes, disclosures and scheduling of the next meeting are also on the docket.

• Community‑meeting presentations for 1429 Highway 15 and 33 Compton Street (early‑stage development proposals)
• Recommendation report – 1442 Garrett Road zoning by‑law amendment (File D14‑004‑2025)
• Recommendation report – 735 Innovation Drive zoning by‑law amendment (File D14‑001‑2025)

The Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting. It adopted a recommendation that the zoning by‑law amendment for 1442 Garrett Road (File D14‑004‑2025) be approved by Council. No other motions were taken.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes of June 5, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Recommended approval of zoning by‑law amendment for 1442 Garrett Road (carried)

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee will review two Ontario Heritage Act approval applications for 324 Princess Street and 130 Clergy Street East. It will also consider a Notice of Intention to Demolish for 1081 Montreal Street and a new construction application for 226 Old Kiln Crescent. A June 2025 permit reporting update will be presented.

• Ontario Heritage Act approval – 324 Princess Street
• Ontario Heritage Act approval – 130 Clergy Street East
• Notice of Intention to Demolish – 1081 Montreal Street
• New construction approval – 226 Old Kiln Crescent
• June 2025 permit reporting

The committee referred the 324 Princess Street and 130 Clergy Street East heritage applications to the Director of Heritage Services for final approval, each with conditions. It supported Council's approval to demolish 1081 Montreal Street and recommended removing that property from the heritage register. The committee also recommended to Council that the new construction at 226 Old Kiln Crescent be approved with conditions. The next meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2025.

• Approved referral of 324 Princess Street heritage application (Carried)
• Approved referral of 130 Clergy Street East heritage application (Carried)
• Supported demolition of 1081 Montreal Street and removal from heritage register (Carried)
• Recommended approval of new construction at 226 Old Kiln Crescent with conditions (Carried)

Tett Centre Annual General Meeting

The Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning will approve its 2024 agenda, minutes, annual report, and audited financial statements. The board will appoint MNP LLP as the centre's auditor for 2025 and confirm the directors for the coming year. Additional items include ratifying prior acts, by‑laws, and setting the date for the next annual meeting.

• Approval of the 2024 Annual General Meeting agenda
• Approval of the 2023 AGM minutes dated June 18, 2024
• Receipt of the 2024 Annual Report
• Acceptance of audited financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2024
• Appointment of MNP LLP as auditor for 2025

City Council Meeting

At the June 17, 2025 meeting, Kingston City Council will vote on the Indigenization, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IIDEA) Strategy and Action Plan. The council will also consider a Delegation of Authority By‑Law repeal and replacement, road‑safety by‑law amendments, three‑year universal transit‑pass agreements with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College, and a strategy to appoint special constables for the police service.

• Approve IIDEA Strategy and Action Plan (Report 25-130).
• Repeal and replace Delegation of Authority By‑Law (By‑Law 2025-157).
• Amend By‑Law 2003-209 (traffic) and By‑Law 2010-128 (parking) for road‑safety enhancements (By‑Laws 2025-158, 2025-159).
• Authorize three‑year universal transit‑pass agreements with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College.
• Authorize and direct the appointment of special constables for Kingston Police.

The council approved an addendum and a series of resolutions covering bylaws, transit passes, heritage funding, and special constable appointments. Notably, the Indigenization, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IIDEA) Strategy and Action Plan was adopted unanimously. All motions were carried, with vote tallies recorded where provided.

• Approved Addendum (9-0)
• Approved Delegation of Authority By‑Law (Carried)
• Approved Road Safety Enhancements by‑law amendments (Carried)
• Authorized three‑year universal transit pass program for Queen's University (Carried)
• Authorized three‑year universal transit pass program for St. Lawrence College (Carried)
• Approved IIDEA Strategy and Action Plan (10-0)
• Approved Heritage Fund Administration Plan 2025‑2026 (10-0)
• Authorized Strategy to Establish Special Constable Appointments (10-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Kingston Committee of Adjustment will review a supplemental report to remove an archaeological assessment condition for 2708 Patterson Road. It will also consider a minor variance at 201 Queen Mary Road that would raise the building density from 15 to 17 dwelling units. A third application seeks to convert a garage at 619 Victoria Street into a two‑storey accessory house with increased height.

• Remove Condition 4 (archaeological assessment) from the notice of decision for 2708 Patterson Road (File D13-015-2025).
• Approve minor variance for 201 Queen Mary Road (File D13-022-2025) to increase density to 17 units, adding 2 units to the existing building.
• Approve minor variance for 619 Victoria Street (File D13-027-2025) to raise accessory house height to 6.0 m and add a second storey.

The Committee of Adjustment approved a supplemental report for 2708 Patterson Road and prepared a new Notice of Decision. It also approved a minor variance at 201 Queen Mary Road to add one new dwelling unit, and a minor variance at 619 Victoria Street to convert a garage into a two‑storey accessory house. The agenda and previous meeting minutes were also approved.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Minutes of May 26, 2025 meeting approved (carried)
• Supplemental Report – 2708 Patterson Road approved (carried)
• Minor variance D13-022-2025 at 201 Queen Mary Road approved (carried)
• Minor variance D13-027-2025 at 619 Victoria Street approved (carried)

Groupe de travail francophone

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

Administrative Policies Committee

The Administrative Policies Committee agenda for June 12, 2025 contains no listed items. The document consists only of boilerplate headings and software credits. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are identified.

Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee

The Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee is meeting to discuss two reports from the Commissioner of Growth & Development Services. The committee will consider recommending that Council receive a new Heat Response Plan and update the evaluation criteria for the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund.

• Recommendation to Council to receive the City of Kingston Heat Response Plan (EITP-25-011)
• Recommendation to Council to update Kingston Community Climate Action Fund evaluation criteria (EITP-25-012)

The Environment, Infrastructure & Transportation Policies Committee approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 8 meeting. It carried two recommendations: to forward the City of Kingston Heat Response Plan to Council and to update the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund evaluation criteria. The meeting was adjourned at 6:37 p.m.

• Agenda amendment approved (Carried)
• Minutes of 2025-03 meeting approved (Carried)
• Recommend Council receive City of Kingston Heat Response Plan (Carried)
• Recommend Council update Kingston Community Climate Action Fund evaluation criteria (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 6:37 p.m. (Carried)

Planning Committee

The committee is holding a public forum to present early-stage planning applications and gather feedback. No decisions will be made at this meeting as the reports do not contain staff recommendations.

• Community meeting report for 3119 & 3123 Princess Street (File D14-007-2025)
• Proposed amendments to the Brownfield Community Improvement Plan (CIP) (File D09-001-2025)

The committee heard a public presentation and many resident comments on the proposed zoning by‑law amendment for 3119 & 3123 Princess Street. Concerns raised included traffic impacts on Lisa and Katharine streets, noise, storm‑water runoff, and potential cannabis retail near schools. Staff indicated that technical comments have not yet been received and that environmental and traffic studies are pending. No formal decision, approval, denial, or vote was recorded.

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear updates from the Kingston Area Taxi Commission and Kingston Access Services, receive an informational Facilities Management & Construction Services report, and appoint two members to the Shannon Park Inclusive Playground Project Team. The meeting will also set the next meeting for September 4, 2025.

• Updates from the Kingston Area Taxi Commission (presented by Joseph Dowser)
• Updates from Kingston Access Services (presented by Bryan Basford)
• Facilities Management & Construction Services informational report (MAAC-25-008)
• Appointments of two members to the Shannon Park Inclusive Playground Project Team
• Next meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. No other formal actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 2:02 p.m. after losing quorum.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Minutes approved (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 2:02 p.m. due to loss of quorum

KFHC Annual General Meeting

The corporation is meeting to review its 2024 performance and financial standing. The shareholder will consider approvals for by-law revisions, audited financial statements, and the appointment of auditors.

• Approval of revisions to By-Law Number 1
• Acceptance of Audited Financial Statements for the year ending December 31, 2024
• Appointment of KPMG as Auditors for 2025
• Confirmation of Directors and membership terms for 2025
• Receipt of the 2024 Annual Report

Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee

The Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee is reviewing a proposal to add 21 items to the Civic Collection and approve the deaccessioning of other objects. The committee will also receive information reports on 2024 commemorations, museum year-end results, and the 2025 heritage work plan.

• Proposed acquisition of 5 Primary Collection items, including City Hall crown moulding and a portrait of Mayor Bryan Paterson
• Proposed acquisition of 16 Secondary Collection items, including Kingston Police uniforms and Lasalle Causeway pieces
• Approval of objects for deaccessioning from the Civic Collection (Exhibit A, Report ACH-25-005)
• Information report on Commemorations Update 2024
• Information report on Civic Museums Year End Report 2024

The Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee elected Aara Macauley as chair and Barbara Kern as vice‑chair. The meeting agenda and three sets of previous meeting minutes were approved. The committee recommended to council the acceptance of five items for the primary civic collection and sixteen items for the secondary collection, and approved the deaccessioning of items listed in Exhibit A. All motions were carried.

• Aara Macauley elected Chair of the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee (Carried)
• Barbara Kern elected Vice‑Chair of the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee (Carried)
• Agenda approved (Carried)
• Minutes from April 1 2025, November 14 2024, and September 10 2024 approved (Carried)
• Recommendation to accept five items for the Primary Collection approved (Carried)
• Recommendation to accept sixteen items for the Secondary Collection approved (Carried)
• Approval of deaccessioning of items listed in Exhibit A approved (Carried)

City Council Meeting

The Kingston City Council will consider several motions, including a zoning by‑law amendment for the property at 1575 Westbrook Road and a revision of the Transportation Networking Company fee distribution for the 2025‑26 term. The council will also review a heritage approval for 259 King Street East, adopt a water‑supply and sewage‑capacity policy, and pass proclamations for Commissionaires Centennial Day, Glitch event, and Anti‑Racism Week.

• Approve zoning by‑law amendment (File No. D14‑019‑2024) for 1575 Westbrook Road
• Revise TNC trip‑fee distribution: $0.10 to Taxi Commission, $0.05 to Accessible Transit Program, $0.12 to Accessible Transit Fund
• Approve heritage application for 259 King Street East (File No. P18‑011‑2025)
• Adopt policy for water supply and sewage capacity allocation (By‑Law 2025‑6 amendment)
• Proclaim July 25, 2025 as Commissionaires Centennial Day and June 15‑21, 2025 as Anti‑Racism Week

The council adopted a new revenue‑share formula for the Transportation Networking Company program, giving $0.10 to the Taxi Commission, $0.05 to fare subsidies and $0.12 to capital funding. It also approved two zoning by‑law amendments – one for the city’s own application (File D14‑006‑2025) and one for 1575 Westbrook Road (File D14‑019‑2024) – and adopted related water‑supply and sewage‑capacity policies. Additional actions included approving a heritage‑property alteration at 259 King Street East, the 2025 Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee work plan, and a proclamation for Commissionaires Centennial Day.

• Approved TNC trip‑fee distribution revision (Resolution 2025‑200) – 13 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved zoning by‑law amendment File D14‑006‑2025 and related water‑supply policy (Resolution 2025‑202) – 13 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved zoning by‑law amendment for 1575 Westbrook Road File D14‑019‑2024 (Resolution 2025‑204) – 13 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved heritage‑property alteration at 259 King Street East (Resolution 2025‑203) – 13 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved 2025 Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee Work Plan (Resolution 2025‑205) – 13 yeas, 0 nays
• Amended Council Resourcing Review Working Group mandate (Resolution 2025‑201) – 13 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved Miscellaneous Business items, including Commissionaires Centennial Day proclamation (Resolution 2025‑206) – 13 yeas, 0 nays

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will consider a recommendation to rescind the current First Capital Place Illumination Policy and approve a proposed replacement. Several other reports on the IIDEA Strategy, Accessibility Plan, and community funding impacts are listed for information.

• Recommendation to rescind First Capital Place Illumination Policy
• Proposed new First Capital Place Illumination Policy
• IIDEA Strategy and Action Plan report
• City Multi-Year Accessibility Plan report
• Community Development Neighbourhood Activation Funding 2024 Impact Report

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the February 25 meeting. It then recommended that the existing First Capital Place Illumination Policy (POL-47) be rescinded and the proposed new policy attached to Report EDI-25-008 be approved. The recommendation was carried. The next meeting is set for August 26, 2025.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes of meeting 2025-01 (carried)
• Recommended rescinding current First Capital Place Illumination Policy (POL-47) and approving proposed policy (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Kingston Committee of Adjustment will consider five minor variance and permission applications. Items include a deck expansion at 1658 Daylan Avenue, driveway and planting strip changes for the EMS and Fire Station at 495 Taylor‑Kidd Boulevard and 1429 Demers Avenue, a marine facility setback at 4154 Bath Road, a new deck at 1352 Turnbull Way, and a four‑unit house setback at 155 Union Street. Each application will be reviewed with recommended conditions attached.

• 1658 Daylan Avenue – variance to increase deck surface area from 30 m² to 38 m² (8 m² over limit).
• 495 Taylor‑Kidd Boulevard & 1429 Demers Avenue – variance to widen driveway from 9.0 m to 16.8 m (7.8 m) and eliminate planting strip (3.0 m reduction) for EMS/Fire Station construction.
• 4154 Bath Road – variance to reduce interior setback for a marine facility from 1.2 m to 0.0 m (1.2 m).
• 1352 Turnbull Way – variance to reduce rear setback for a 24 m² deck from 4.0 m to 3.35 m (0.65 m).
• 155 Union Street – variance to reduce rear lot line setback for a new four‑unit house from 7.5 m to 4.3 m (3.2 m).

The Committee of Adjustment approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 28 meeting. It deferred the minor variance application for 4154 Bath Road. It approved four minor variance applications: 1658 Daylan Avenue, 495 Taylor‑Kidd Boulevard and 1429 Demers Avenue, 1352 Turnbull Way, and 155 Union Street. All motions were carried and the meeting adjourned at 5:53 p.m.

• Agenda amendment approved (Carried)
• Minutes of April 28, 2025 approved (Carried)
• Deferral of Application for Minor Variance – 4154 Bath Road (Carried)
• Approved minor variance and permission for 1658 Daylan Avenue (Carried)
• Approved minor variance for 495 Taylor-Kidd Boulevard and 1429 Demers Avenue (Carried)
• Approved minor variance for 1352 Turnbull Way (Carried)
• Approved minor variance for 155 Union Street (Carried)

Appeals Committee

The Kingston Appeals Committee is scheduled to meet on May 26, 2025. The agenda is currently procedural and does not list specific items for discussion.

Appeals Committee

The Kingston Appeals Committee will consider a Property Standards Appeal submitted by Todd Kluwak for the address 1731 Bath Road. The appeal references sections 5.9, 4.32, and 5.76 of the Property Standards By-Law. The agenda also notes that the next committee meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2025.

• Property Standards Appeal – 1731 Bath Road, appellant Todd Kluwak, citing sections 5.9, 4.32, 5.76 of the Property Standards By-Law
• Next Appeals Committee meeting set for June 16, 2025

The committee heard evidence from the City and the appellant regarding the property standards appeal at 1731 Bath Road. After deliberation, the committee voted unanimously to uphold the order. The next meeting was scheduled for June 16, 2025, and the committee adjourned at 12:31 p.m.

• Uphold order for 1731 Bath Road appeal (unanimous)
• Schedule next meeting for June 16, 2025
• Adjourn at 12:31 p.m.

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee will consider approving heritage permits for two properties: 155 Union Street and 259 King Street East. The committee will also review the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2025 meeting
• Consideration of heritage permit for 155 Union Street
• Consideration of heritage permit for 259 King Street East
• Review of May 2025 permit reporting schedule
• Next meeting scheduled for June 18, 2025

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee referred the 155 Union Street application to the Director of Heritage Services for final approval, subject to conditions in Exhibit A. The committee also supported Council’s approval of the 259 King Street East application, with conditions outlined in Exhibit A. Both motions were moved, seconded, and carried. The next committee meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2025.

• Approved 155 Union Street heritage application (referral to Director, conditions in Exhibit A)
• Approved 259 King Street East heritage application (Council support, conditions in Exhibit A)

Awards Committee

The Kingston Awards Committee will meet to elect officers and confirm minutes from a previous meeting. The primary business involves reviewing nominations for the Mayor's Award for Youth Volunteerism and the First Capital Distinguished Citizen Award.

• Election of committee officers
• Approval of minutes from May 8, 2024
• Review of Mayor's Award for Youth Volunteerism nominations
• Review of First Capital Distinguished Citizen Award nominations
• Review of First Capital Honourable Achievement Award nominations

The Awards Committee elected Mayor Paterson as chair and Councillor Stephen as vice‑chair. The agenda and the minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting were approved. Three city awards were granted to nominated individuals.

• Elected Mayor Paterson as chair of the Awards Committee (carried)
• Elected Councillor Stephen as vice‑chair of the Awards Committee (carried)
• Approved the meeting agenda (carried)
• Approved the minutes of the May 8, 2024 Awards Committee meeting (carried)
• Awarded the Mayor's Award for Youth Volunteerism to Zoé Leduc, Abigail Champagne, and Natalie Kearn (carried)
• Awarded the First Capital Honourable Achievement Award to Judi Cova and Peter Kingston (carried)
• Awarded the First Capital Distinguished Citizen Award to Kate (Mary Kathleen) Thomas (carried)

City Council Meeting

The council will first resolve into a closed meeting to address legal opinions and the CAO performance review, then reconvene to approve several financial allocations, including $40,000 for the Kingston Theatre Alliance, $200,000 for the Music Office, and $300,000 for food programming. It will allocate surplus and deficit amounts to various reserve funds and approve multiple capital budget amendments such as fleet replacements and park improvements. The council will also adopt the 2024 Development Charge By‑Law and three other bylaws.

• Approve release of $40,000 from Arts & Culture Services to fund the Kingston Theatre Alliance and execute a Service Level Agreement.
• Approve transfer of $200,000 to the Kingston Music Office and renew the SLA with Tourism Kingston.
• Approve $300,000 funding for food programming under the City of Kingston Food Framework.
• Adopt the 2024 Development Charge By‑Law (By‑Law No. 2025‑142) after three readings.
• Approve capital budget changes including $2.1 M for fleet replacements, $765,000 for the Kingston Native Centre & Language Nest project, $740,000 park funding shift, and $1 M library renovation funded by a grant.

The council approved the City of Kingston Food System Framework and directed staff to apply a $300,000 funding strategy for food programming. It also approved $40,000 for the Kingston Theatre Alliance and transferred $200,000 to the Kingston Music Office. The net utility deficit of $1,179,157 was allocated to four reserve funds, and a $1,692,557 surplus was distributed among reserve accounts and capital‑project adjustments.

• Endorsed Food System Framework and authorized $300,000 funding (Carried 11‑0)
• Approved $40,000 release to Kingston Theatre Alliance (Carried 11‑0)
• Approved $200,000 transfer to Kingston Music Office (Carried 11‑0)
• Allocated $1,179,157 utility deficit to four reserve funds (Carried 10‑0)
• Allocated $1,692,557 surplus to reserve funds and approved related capital‑project closures (Carried)
• Approved Addendum (Carried 11‑0)
• Approved Motions of Congratulations, Recognition, Sympathy, Condolences and Speedy Recovery (Carried 11‑0)
• Recognized June as Seniors Month (Carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review two zoning by-law amendment applications and a new policy for allocating water and sewage capacity. The committee will make recommendations on these items to City Council for final approval.

• Zoning By-Law amendment application for 1575 Westbrook Road (File D14-019-2024)
• Zoning By-Law amendment for the Final Municipal Servicing Allocation Policy (File D14-006-2025)
• Proposed amendment to City of Kingston By-Law Number 2025-6 (Fees and Charges By-Law, 2025)
• Adoption of a policy for the Allocation of Water Supply and Sewage Capacity in the City of Kingston

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It recommended and carried approval of a zoning by‑law amendment for 1575 Westbrook Road (File D14‑019‑2024). It also approved a zoning amendment (File D14‑006‑2025), an amendment to By‑Law No. 2025‑6 (fees and charges), and adoption of a water supply and sewage capacity policy. The Planning Advisory Committee minutes were received.

• Approved the meeting agenda – carried
• Approved minutes of the May 1, 2025 meeting – carried
• Recommended approval of Zoning By‑Law amendment for 1575 Westbrook Road (File D14‑019‑2024) – carried
• Recommended approval of Zoning By‑Law amendment (File D14‑006‑2025) – carried
• Recommended amendment to City of Kingston By‑Law No. 2025‑6 (Fees and Charges) – carried
• Recommended adoption of a policy for allocation of water supply and sewage capacity – carried
• Received Planning Advisory Committee minutes – carried

Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee

The Kingston Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee will review its 2025 Work Plan and recommend its approval to Council. The committee will also receive a Standing Update Report for May 2025, which is for information only. Routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, and scheduling of the next meeting will also be addressed.

• Approval of the 2025 Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee Work Plan (Report HHC-25-007)
• Standing Update Report – May 2025 (Report HHC-25-006) – informational
• Approval of agenda and minutes from prior meetings
• Scheduling of the next committee meeting for July 17, 2025

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from previous meetings. It then passed a recommendation to Council to approve the 2025 Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee Work Plan (Exhibit A, Report HHC-25-007). No other motions were adopted and the meeting adjourned at 2:16 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes from March 20 and April 7 meetings (carried)
• Recommended to Council approval of 2025 Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee Work Plan (carried)

City Council Meeting

The council will first resolve into a closed meeting to consider a pending real‑estate acquisition. It will then discuss several items, including a lease extension at 83 Railway Street, a by‑law to close portions of Innovation Drive, a Class 4 noise designation for 565 Princess Street, tax write‑offs totaling $48,111.23, and options for the Highway 15 roundabout that involve up to $1,426,440 in funding and a choice between a roundabout or a signalized intersection.

• Closed meeting to consider a pending real‑estate acquisition
• Lease extension for the property at 83 Railway Street
• By‑law to permanently stop and close parts 11‑13, 19‑23 of Innovation Drive
• Designation of 565 Princess Street as a Class 4 noise area
• Options for Highway 15 roundabout: approve $1,426,440 for a roundabout or approve a signalized intersection

The council approved the purchase of 924 Sydenham Road for $2,450,000 with up to $65,000 for closing costs (vote 11‑2). It also approved an addendum, a lease extension at 83 Railway Street, and a by‑law to close part of Innovation Drive. Additional funding of $348,450 was approved for the Riverview Shores roundabout (vote 10‑3). Several other items, including a Class 4 noise‑area designation and routine reports, were adopted unanimously.

• Approved purchase of 924 Sydenham Road for $2,450,000 plus $65,000 closing costs (11‑2)
• Approved the addendum (13‑0)
• Approved lease extension at 83 Railway Street (Carried)
• Approved by‑law to stop up and close portion of Innovation Drive and transfer proceeds to Industrial Land Reserve Fund (Carried)
• Designated 565 Princess Street as a Class 4 Noise Area (Carried)
• Approved additional $348,450 for Riverview Shores roundabout (10‑3)
• Approved motions of congratulations, recognition, sympathy, condolences and speedy recovery (13‑0)
• Adopted Report Number 46 from the Chief Administrative Officer (13‑0)

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, receive briefings on the Arts & Culture Services update and the Accessibility Office Q1 2025 update, and consider two appointments to project teams, including a request for the Culligan Water Park Enclosure project. All reports are for information only.

• Arts & Culture Services Update – information briefing (Report MAAC-25-007)
• Accessibility Office Q1 2025 Update – information briefing (Report MAAC-25-006)
• Appointments to Project Teams – request for Culligan Water Park Enclosure

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It appointed Megan Quin to the Culligan Water Park Enclosure Project Team. No motions were presented. The next meeting is set for June 5, 2025.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes of meeting 2025-03 (carried)
• Appointed Megan Quin to Culligan Water Park Enclosure Project Team (carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review an information report updating the Inclusionary Zoning Assessment (Report PC-25-019). The report is provided for information only and no motion is listed. The meeting will also handle routine business such as approval of the agenda, confirmation of minutes from meeting 2025-08 (April 17, 2025), and scheduling the next meeting.

• Information Report – Update on the Inclusionary Zoning Assessment (Report PC-25-019, for information only)
• Approval of minutes from Planning Committee Meeting Number 2025-08 held April 17, 2025
• Scheduling of the next Planning Committee meeting for May 15, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

The committee received a presentation on the Inclusionary Zoning Assessment and discussed student housing, supportive housing, affordability thresholds, and implementation details. No motions, votes, or formal decisions were made. The meeting was adjourned at 7:36 p.m.

Rural Economic and Community Development Working Group

The Rural Economic & Community Development Working Group will discuss the transition to automated waste collection in the Countryside and Pittsburgh districts. They will review timing and content for the next rural newsletter and consider a co‑op student opportunity for rural businesses. The group will evaluate applications and select five winners for the new Rural Community Program Fund.

• Automated waste collection rollout in Countryside and Pittsburgh districts (starting July)
• Discussion of timing and content for the next rural newsletter
• Co‑op student opportunity for rural businesses across all sectors
• Review and selection of five winning applicants for the Rural Community Program Fund
• General communications updates

The Rural Economic and Community Development Working Group approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It also reviewed applications and determined the five winning applicants for the Rural Community Program Fund. No other business items resulted in decisions.

• Approved agenda (no vote recorded)
• Approved previous meeting notes (no vote recorded)
• Determined five winning applicants for Rural Community Program Fund (no vote recorded)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a permission application to remove the existing cottage at 32 Harrison Lane and build a new house farther from the waterbody. It will also review six minor variance applications for properties on Bur Brook Road, Russell Street, Patterson Road, Parkland Drive, Creekford Road, and Johnson Street. Decisions will be made on each application and any associated conditions.

• Permission – 32 Harrison Lane: remove cottage, build new house (File D13-016-2025)
• Minor variance – 2462 Bur Brook Road: 25 m² garage addition and septic upgrade (File D13-007-2025)
• Minor variance – 45 Russell Street: 78 m² rear‑yard accessory house (File D13-018-2025)
• Minor variance – 2708 Patterson Road: 70 m² rear addition (File D13-015-2025)
• Minor variance – 1027 Parkland Drive: increase lot coverage by 1.4% (File D13-020-2024)

The Committee approved the minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting. It approved a permission application to replace a mobile home with a new house at 32 Harrison Lane. It also approved several minor variance applications for properties on Bur Brook Road, Russell Street, Patterson Road, Parkland Drive, Creekford Road, and Johnson Street, each with conditions attached.

• Approved minutes of Committee meeting on March 24, 2025 (Carried)
• Approved permission for 32 Harrison Lane (File D13-016-2025) (Carried)
• Approved minor variance for 2462 Bur Brook Road (File D13-007-2025) (Carried)
• Approved minor variance for 45 Russell Street (File D13-018-2025) (Carried)
• Approved minor variance for 2708 Patterson Road (File D13-015-2025) (Carried)
• Approved minor variance for 1027 Parkland Drive (File D13-020-2024) (Carried)
• Approved minor variance for 3250 Creekford Road (File D13-014-2025) (Carried)
• Approved minor variance and consent for 812 Johnson Street (Carried)

Groupe de travail francophone

The Kingston francophone work group is scheduled to meet on April 24, 2025, to review its agenda and discuss items for the coming year. The meeting is currently listed as a procedural item with no specific decisions or votes recorded in the provided text.

• Kingston francophone work group meeting
• 2025-04-24 meeting date
• Procedural agenda review

Arts, Recreation and Community Policies Committee

The Arts, Recreation & Community Policies Committee is reviewing the City of Kingston Arts Fund Final Review and recommending that Council endorse the report, approve a framework and transition plan, and provide one‑time funding of $80,000 to the Kingston Arts Council. The Committee also recommends that staff maintain the current level of service for city sports fields. These recommendations will be presented to Council for action.

• Recommend Council endorse the City of Kingston Arts Fund Review Report and Recommendations (Report ARCP‑25‑007).
• Approve one‑time transition funding of $80,000 for the Kingston Arts Council from existing Arts & Culture Services capital budgets.
• Direct staff to finalize the Arts Fund Framework for Council approval by Q3 2025.
• Recommend Council direct staff to explore increased Arts Fund investment in the 2026 budget.
• Recommend staff maintain the current level of service for sports fields (Report ARCP‑25‑005).

The Arts, Recreation & Community Policies Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 27 meeting. It then voted to recommend to Council that the City endorse the Arts Fund review report, finalize the new fund framework, approve the 2025 transition plan, explore increased Arts Fund investment, and provide a one‑time $80,000 transition grant to the Kingston Arts Council. The motion was carried.

• Approved agenda amendment (Carried)
• Approved minutes from February 27, 2025 meeting (Carried)
• Recommended Council endorse the City of Kingston Arts Fund Review Report (Carried)
• Recommended Council direct staff to finalize the Arts Fund Framework by Q3 2025 (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve the 2025 Arts Fund Transition Plan (Carried)
• Recommended Council explore increased Arts Fund investment for the 2026 budget (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve one‑time $80,000 transition funding for the Kingston Arts Council (Carried)
• Recommended Council authorize Mayor and Clerk to execute an Amending Agreement with the Kingston Arts Council (Carried)

Post Secondary Working Group

The group is meeting to discuss student access to community kitchens and food education. Members will also review St. Lawrence College program changes and government funding implications. The session includes planning for student move-out and establishing goals for 2025-2026.

• Student access to community kitchens and food education
• St. Lawrence College program changes and future plans
• Government funding implications
• Student Move-Out and City Student Ambassador opportunities
• 2025-2026 Working Group goals and membership procedures

The group approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting. Members discussed food insecurity, student move‑out waste, and a potential City Student Ambassador role, but no formal actions were taken on those topics. The meeting was adjourned at 2:01 p.m. and the next session is set for August 6, 2025.

• Approved agenda and February 12, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:01 p.m. (carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review a recommendation to approve an Official Plan and zoning by-law amendment for a subdivision at 700 Gardiners Road. The meeting also includes a community presentation for a proposal at 1480 Westbrook Road and an information report on municipal servicing policy.

• Recommendation for Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 700 Gardiners Road (West Village Subdivision - Phase 8)
• Community meeting presentation for potential development at 1480 Westbrook Road
• Information report on Draft Municipal Servicing Allocation Policy

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 3 meeting. It then recommended that the Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law amendments, along with the draft plan of subdivision for 700 Gardiners Road (West Village Subdivision – Phase 8), be approved. The recommendation and the amendment to replace Schedule C2 on Exhibit B were both carried as amended. A draft Municipal Servicing Allocation Policy was presented, but no decision was recorded.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Approved minutes of Planning Committee Meeting 2025-07 (Carried)
• Recommended approval of Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law amendments and draft plan of subdivision for 700 Gardiners Road (Carried as amended)
• Approved amendment of Exhibit B to replace Schedule C2 Holding Overlay map (Carried)

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee will review applications for Ontario Heritage Act approval at 160 Bagot Street and 202 Johnson Street. The committee is also set to approve the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting and discuss permit reporting.

• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2025 meeting
• Application for heritage approval at 160 Bagot Street
• Application for heritage approval at 202 Johnson Street
• Review of Schedule A Permit Reporting for April 2025
• Discussion on policy development and delegated authority permits

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the March 19 meeting. It voted to support Council’s approval of the Ontario Heritage Act application for 160 Bagot Street, which includes six gable dormers and a roof replacement, subject to conditions in Exhibit A. It also supported Council’s approval of the application for 202 Johnson Street, which proposes two basement‑level windows, also subject to conditions in Exhibit A. The meeting was adjourned at 9:53 a.m.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Minutes from March 19 approved (carried)
• Supported Council approval of 160 Bagot Street heritage application (carried)
• Supported Council approval of 202 Johnson Street heritage application (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 9:53 a.m. (carried)

City Council Meeting

Council will consider a by‑law to set the 2025 final tax levy and tax rates, covering general, special area and external agency levies. The meeting also includes approvals for a $350,000 naming‑rights agreement for the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground, a $40,000 Service Level Agreement with the H’Art Centre, a two‑year noise‑bylaw exemption for Richardson Stadium, and zoning‑bylaw amendments for 279 Wellington Street & 49 Place D’Armes and 500 Cataraqui Woods Drive.

• 2025 Final Tax Levy and Tax Rates – multiple levies totalling over $300 million (General $166,304,792, External Agencies $82,099,143, etc.)
• Naming‑rights agreement for Jumpstart Inclusive Playground at Shannon Park – $350,000 cost
• One‑year Service Level Agreement with H’Art Centre – $40,000
• Two‑year standing exemption from noise By‑Law 2004‑52 for Richardson Stadium events
• Zoning By‑Law amendments for 279 Wellington Street & 49 Place D’Armes and 500 Cataraqui Woods Drive

The council adopted the 2025 final tax levy and rates, setting a $166,304,792 general municipal levy. It also approved a $500,000 allocation for Integrated Care Hub shelter operations and a one‑year service agreement with the H’Art Centre. Additional approvals included the Union Park subdivision plan, a two‑year noise‑by‑law exemption for Richardson Stadium, and naming rights for the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground.

• Approved the 2025 Final Tax Levy and Tax Rates (Resolution 2025-156) – carried
• Approved $500,000 allocation to Integrated Care Hub shelter operations (Resolution 2025-157) – 10 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved H'Art Centre one‑year Service Level Agreement for $40,000 (Resolution 2025-154) – 9 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved Union Park Final Plan of Subdivision (Resolution 2025-158) – 10 yeas, 0 nays
• Approved two‑year noise‑by‑law exemption for Richardson Stadium (Resolution 2025-159) – carried
• Approved naming rights for the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground (Resolution 2025-153) – carried
• Approved delegated authority for community licence agreements for sports & recreation partner groups (Resolution 2025-155) – carried
• Approved the Addendum (unspecified item) – 10 yeas, 0 nays

Administrative Policies Committee

The Administrative Policies Committee is meeting to review several corporate reports and a request for tax cancellations. The committee will also receive updates on youth engagement and volunteer programs.

• Proposed tax cancellations, reductions, or refunds totaling $48,111.23
• Rideaucrest Home Report for October 2024 - March 2025
• Council Resourcing Review Working Group Mandate report
• Corporate Delegated Authority By-Law report
• Updates on Youth Engagement and Corporate-wide Volunteer programs

The Administrative Policies Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the February 13 meeting. It resolved itself into the Board of Management for Rideaucrest Home and later rose from that board. The committee recommended that Council approve the cancellation, reduction, or refund of tax write‑offs under the Municipal Act for a total of $48,111.23, with $39,882.55 for the City and $8,228.68 for school boards. All motions were carried.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Approved minutes from meeting 2025-02 (Carried)
• Resolved committee into Rideaucrest Board of Management (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve tax write‑off cancellations totaling $48,111.23 (Carried)
• Resolved committee to rise from Rideaucrest Board of Management (Carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will consider a Business item, review a Natural Heritage Study, discuss any other business, and set the date for the next meeting. No specific proposals or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Business item (no details provided)
• Natural Heritage Study (no details provided)
• Other Business (no details provided)
• Date of Next Meeting – scheduled for July 9, 2025

The Planning Advisory Committee heard a presentation on the ongoing Natural Heritage Study and its role in the new Official Plan. Members discussed themes such as environmental protection, green corridors, and ribbon‑of‑life policies. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee

The Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee will consider a recommendation to amend By-Law Number 2021-175, which adopts the Green Standard Community Improvement Plan in the City of Kingston. The committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, April 08, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber.

• Recommendation to amend By-Law Number 2021-175 regarding the Green Standard Community Improvement Plan
• Approval of minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting
• Delegations and briefings scheduled
• Next meeting set for Tuesday, June 10, 2025

The Environment, Infrastructure & Transportation Policies Committee approved a recommendation to Council to further amend By‑Law 2021‑175, the Green Standard Community Improvement Plan, as outlined in Exhibit A of Report EITP‑25‑007. The amendment would let developers access both Green Standard and Rental Housing benefits consecutively. The agenda and previous meeting minutes were also approved. No other motions were taken.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes of meeting 2025‑02 (carried)
• Recommended amendment to By‑Law 2021‑175 (Green Standard Community Improvement Plan) per Exhibit A to Report EITP‑25‑007 (carried)

Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee will consider a motion recommending that staff prepare an information report on best practices for social investment options, including community bonds. The report is to be delivered by the third quarter and may be used to support the city’s affordable and supportive housing goals. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Motion: staff to provide an information report by Q3 on community bonds and other social investment options for affordable housing

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee approved a motion directing staff to prepare an information report on best practices for social investment options, including community bonds, to be delivered by the third quarter of 2025. The motion was moved by Councillor Glenn, seconded by Councillor Oosterhof, and was carried. Procedural items such as agenda approval and adjournment were also carried.

• Approved motion directing staff to provide an information report on community bonds by Q3 2025 (carried)
• Approved agenda (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:35 p.m. (carried)

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive a briefing from Sara Miller, Project Manager with Parks Development, on the Playground Accessibility Plan. The plan will be presented as an informational report. The committee will also appoint members to four project teams: Fire and Paramedic Station, Waterside Way Park and Trails, Cataraqui Woods Drive Multi-Use Pathway, and Playground Accessibility. The meeting is held virtually.

• Playground Accessibility Plan – informational report (MAAC-25-005)
• Appointment of two members to the Fire and Paramedic Station Project Team
• Appointment of one member to the Development of Waterside Way Park and Trails Project Team
• Appointment of one member to the Cataraqui Woods Drive Multi-Use Pathway Project Team
• Appointment of two members to the Playground Accessibility Project Team

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It then appointed members to four project teams focused on fire and paramedic stations, Waterside Way Park and Trails, Cataraqui Woods Drive Multi‑Use Pathway, and Playground Accessibility. The meeting was adjourned at 1:47 p.m.

• Agenda approved (Carried)
• Minutes from Meeting 2025-02 approved (Carried)
• Chantaille Buczynski and Jill Dierijck appointed to Fire and Paramedic Station Project Team (Carried)
• Emma Lambert appointed to Development of Waterside Way Park and Trails Project Team (Carried)
• Megan Quin appointed to Cataraqui Woods Drive Multi‑Use Pathway Project Team (Carried)
• Megan Quin and Ian Cholmondeley appointed to Playground Accessibility Project Team (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 1:47 p.m. (Carried)

Planning Committee

The Kingston Planning Committee will hold a community meeting presentation for a proposed development at 735 Innovation Drive, which is for early‑stage feedback and will not be decided at this meeting. It will also consider two recommendation reports that advise Council to approve zoning by‑law amendments for 279 Wellington Street & 49 Place D’Armes (File D14-018-2024) and for 500 Cataraqui Woods Drive (File D14-017-2024). The committee’s role is to make a recommendation to Council, which has final authority.

• Community meeting presentation – 735 Innovation Drive (early‑stage development proposal)
• Zoning by‑law amendment recommendation – 279 Wellington Street & 49 Place D’Armes (File D14-018-2024)
• Zoning by‑law amendment recommendation – 500 Cataraqui Woods Drive (File D14-017-2024)

The Committee waived section 14.7 of the Council Procedural By‑Law to allow extra speaking time. It approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 20 meeting. The Committee recommended that the zoning by‑law amendment for 279 Wellington Street and 49 Place D’Armes be approved and that the amending by‑law be presented to Council for all three readings.

• Waived section 14.7 of the Council Procedural By‑Law for extra five minutes (Carried)
• Approved the meeting agenda (Carried)
• Approved minutes of the March 20 meeting (Carried)
• Recommended approval of zoning by‑law amendment for 279 Wellington Street & 49 Place D’Armes (Carried)
• Recommended the amending by‑law be presented to Council for all three readings (Carried)

City Council Meeting

The council will consider several items, including a road renaming, a noise agreement, a feasibility study on a vacant‑home tax, a $600,000 allocation for family‑physician recruitment, and delegated authority to award contracts up to $6.2 million for future homeless‑shelter renovations with a $280 k budget amendment. It will also review options for the Highway 15 roundabout, involving an additional $1,426,440 investment, and a heritage designation for the former Kingston Penitentiary. The meeting includes a closed‑session Committee of the Whole to discuss land acquisition and a conference‑centre matter.

• Renaming Elk Crescent to Elk Court (By‑Law 2025‑121)
• Noise Agreement for 223 Princess Street
• Allocation of up to $600,000 from the Working Fund Reserve for family‑physician recruitment and clinic grants
• Delegated authority to contract for shelter services up to $6.2 M and a $280,000 budget amendment for future shelter renovations
• Options for Highway 15 roundabout, including an additional $1,426,440 funding

The council approved up to $600,000 from the Working Fund Reserve to support the Kingston Family Physician Recruitment Program and Clinic Grant Program, and directed staff to pursue additional funding. It also authorized a $280,000 budget amendment for future homeless shelter renovations and delegated procurement authority for shelter contracts. The council decided not to pursue a Vacant Home Tax and approved the renaming of Elk Crescent to Elk Court and a Noise Agreement for 223 Princess Street. Motions of congratulations, recognition, sympathy, condolences and speedy recovery were also approved.

• Approved up to $600,000 for family physician recruitment and clinic grants (12‑0)
• Approved $280,000 budget amendment for future homeless shelter renovations and delegated shelter contracting authority (12‑0)
• Decided no further steps to implement a Vacant Home Tax program (12‑0)
• Approved renaming of Elk Crescent to Elk Court (Carried)
• Authorized execution of Noise Agreement for 223 Princess Street (Carried)
• Approved motions of congratulations, recognition, sympathy, condolences and speedy recovery (11‑0)
• Resolved council into Committee of Whole “Closed Meeting” (10‑0)
• Approved the addendum (12‑0)

Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to conduct member orientation and review operational processes. The body will also appoint members to the Mayor's Arts Awards Nominations Subcommittee and elect officers.

• Member orientation including reports on Heritage Services and Arts & Culture Services
• Appointments for the Mayor's Arts Awards Nominations Subcommittee
• Election of officers
• Review of Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a series of applications for permissions, minor variances and consents on properties across Kingston, including a second‑storey addition at 11 The Point Road and a height increase at 8 Orchard Street. It will also review a proposal to revise hearing dates for the remainder of 2025. Decisions will be made on each application subject to the recommended conditions attached to the reports.

• Application for permission – 11 The Point Road: approve second storey addition (File D13-008-2025)
• Application for permission – 8 Orchard Street: approve height increase to 8.6 m (File D13-006-2025)
• Application for minor variance and permission – 1037 Montreal Street: approve balcony projection variance of 0.44 m (File D13-001-2025)
• Application for minor variance and consent – 913 Front Road: approve reduced lot frontage and easement transfer (Files D13-009-2025 & D10-001-2025)
• Revised meeting schedule: consider new hearing dates from June to December 2025

The Committee approved several development applications, including a second storey addition, a height increase, balcony expansion, and multiple minor variances, all subject to conditions. It also approved provisional consent for easement transfers and a lot‑severance. An amendment was adopted to extend a certificate deadline to two years. All motions were carried.

• Approved agenda amendment to include addendum (carried)
• Approved minutes of the February 24, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Approved second storey addition at 11 The Point Road (File D13-008-2025) with conditions (carried)
• Approved height increase at 8 Orchard Street (File D13-006-2025) with conditions (carried)
• Approved balcony expansion and minor variance at 1037 Montreal Street (File D13-001-2025) with conditions (carried)
• Approved minor variance and provisional easement consent at 913 Front Road (File D13-009-2025) with conditions (carried)
• Approved minor variance and provisional consent at 2370 Battersea Road (File D13-080-2024) with conditions (carried)
• Approved amendment to Exhibit B of Report COA-25-031 extending certificate deadline to two years (carried)

Planning Committee

The Kingston Planning Committee will recommend to City Council that the Official Plan, Community Improvement Plan, and Zoning By‑Law amendments for 5 Lower Union Street be approved. The applications were submitted by Homestead Land Holdings Ltd. on behalf of Friend of the Marine Museum. The committee’s recommendation includes presenting the combined by‑law to Council for all three readings.

• Official Plan amendment (Amendment No. 96) for 5 Lower Union Street
• Community Improvement Plan amendment for 5 Lower Union Street
• Zoning By‑Law No. 2022‑62 amendment for 5 Lower Union Street
• Recommendation to Council to approve all three amendments
• By‑law to be presented to Council for three readings

The Planning Committee approved an amendment to the agenda to include an addendum concerning 5 Lower Union Street, a complex development site with a legacy of contamination. The minutes from the March 6, 2025 Planning Committee meeting were also approved. No other motions, delegations, or business items were acted upon.

• Approved agenda amendment to include addendum for 5 Lower Union Street (carried)
• Approved minutes of Planning Committee Meeting held March 6 2025 (carried)
• Withdrawn Business Item 1 (5 Lower Union Street) after agenda amendment (carried)

Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee will review a standing update report and a request for input regarding work items for 2025. Both reports from the Commissioner of Community Services are provided for information only.

• Standing Update Report - March 2025 (HHC-25-004)
• Input Request for 2025 Work Items (HHC-25-005)

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. Both approvals were carried without recorded opposition. The meeting was then adjourned at 2:22 p.m. No other motions or substantive decisions were made.

• Agenda approved (Carried)
• Minutes approved (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned (Carried)

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee will consider a recommendation to serve a Notice of Intention to Designate 560 King Street West, known as Kingston Penitentiary, under the Ontario Heritage Act. If no objection is received within 30 days, staff will prepare a Designation By‑Law for three council readings. The meeting also includes permit reporting for March 2025, a correspondence item about the 50th anniversary of the Ontario Heritage Act, and scheduling of the next committee meeting.

• Recommendation to serve a Notice of Intention to Designate 560 King Street West (Kingston Penitentiary) under the Ontario Heritage Act
• If no objection within 30 days, staff to draft a Designation By‑Law for three council readings
• Permit Reporting – March 2025 (Schedule A attached)
• Correspondence regarding the 50th anniversary of the Ontario Heritage Act (Schedule B attached)
• Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.

The Heritage Properties Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the February meeting. It elected Peter Gower to chair the session. The committee formally recommended that Council issue a Notice of Intention to Designate 560 King Street West (Kingston Penitentiary) and prepare a Designation By‑Law for three council readings. The meeting was adjourned at 9:51 a.m.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Approved February minutes (Carried)
• Elected Peter Gower as meeting chair (Carried)
• Recommended Council issue Notice of Intention to Designate 560 King St W (Carried)
• Directed staff to prepare Designation By‑Law for three council readings (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:51 a.m. (Carried)

Special City Council

Council will hold a public meeting under Section 12 of the Development Charges Act to hear comments on the 2024 Development Charges Background Study and the proposed by‑law dated February 12, 2025. The Chief Financial Officer will introduce Nancy Neale, Manager of Municipal Finance, who will brief the council on Information Report Number 25‑059. No action on the report or by‑law will be taken at this meeting. A by‑law (Number 2025‑115) to confirm the proceedings of this special meeting will be read three times.

• Presentation of Public Meeting Report – 2024 Development Charges Background Study and By‑Law Development (Report 25‑059).
• By‑Law Number 2025‑115 to confirm the proceedings of the special meeting, scheduled for three readings.
• Briefing by Nancy Neale, Manager, Municipal Finance, Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
• Public comment period on the Development Charge and Background Study and proposed by‑law.
• Council will not take any action on the report or by‑law during this meeting.

City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on a lease for Portsmouth Olympic Harbour, extend a winter maintenance contract with GIP Paving Inc., and approve a Service Level Agreement that releases $151,375 and places $612,790 in trust for the Kingston Arts Council. Council will also adopt amendments to the Official Plan and several zoning by‑laws for the North King’s Town Mobility Plan, including File D35-001-2025. A by‑law to amend the city’s procurement policy will receive its three readings. Additional items include proclamations and a nomination for the AMO Large Urban Caucus.

• Portsmouth Olympic Harbour lease with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans for a five‑year term
• One‑year extension of the East Winter Maintenance contract with GIP Paving Inc.
• Arts Council Service Level Agreement releasing $151,375 and holding $612,790 in trust
• Official Plan and Zoning By‑law amendments for North King’s Town (File D35-001-2025)
• By‑law amendment to update the City’s Procurement Policy (By‑Law 2022‑154)

Planning Committee

The Kingston Planning Committee will consider a public meeting report recommending that Council approve Official Plan and zoning by-law amendments for the North King's Town Specific Policy Area (File D35-001-2025). The Committee also recommends that Council receive the North King’s Town Mobility Plan, Servicing Study, Cultural Heritage Study, and Financial and Implementation Strategy. The meeting includes routine items such as agenda approval, minutes confirmation, and disclosure of interests.

• Recommendation to approve Official Plan amendment for North King's Town (File D35-001-2025)
• Recommendation to amend Kingston Zoning By-Law 2022-62 (Exhibit B)
• Recommendation to amend former Zoning By-Law 8499 (Exhibit C)
• Council to receive North King’s Town Mobility Plan, Servicing Study, Cultural Heritage Study, and Financial and Implementation Strategy
• No further notice required under Section 34(17) of the Planning Act

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is considering a recommendation to Council to receive the 2023-2025 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan Annual Status Update for 2024. The body will also review an emergency management update and make appointments to several project teams.

• 2023-2025 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan - Annual Status Update for 2024
• Emergency Management Update report (MAAC-25-004)
• Project team appointments for An Gorta Mor Park and Waterside Way Park & Trails
• Project team appointments for Facility Accessibility Design Standards Review (FADS)
• Project team appointments for Cataraqui Woods Drive Multi-Use Pathway and Public Art Program

City Council Meeting

The council will consider two options for the city‑owned property at 900 Division Street, including lease, nominal sale, mortgage‑backed sale, or market sale, and will request staff reports on the chosen mechanism. It will also approve a $1,500,000 contribution to the Housing Accelerator Fund, adopt the 2025 tax ratios, and allocate community‑benefit funds for rural projects and conservation. Additional items include a new Site Plan Control by‑law and related guidelines.

• Decision on 900 Division Street property transfer options (lease, $1 sale, mortgage‑backed sale, market sale) for Limestone City Co‑Operative Housing Inc.
• Approval of $1,500,000 contribution to the Housing Accelerator Fund for affordable housing programs
• Allocation of up to $10,000 for rural marketing, $25,000 for Rural Kingston Community Fund, and $100,000 to Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority from the Samsung Community Benefit Program
• Adoption of 2025 tax ratios for residential, multi‑residential, commercial, industrial, pipeline, farm, and managed forest property classes
• Repeal of By‑Law 2010‑217 and Site Plan Control Guidelines, and approval of new Site Plan Control By‑Law and Guidelines

Arts, Recreation and Community Policies Committee

The Arts, Recreation & Community Policies Committee will consider the 2024 Impact Report on Community Development Neighbourhood Activation Funding and an update on the I‑CREAte Community‑Based Research. Both reports are attached and are recommended for information only. No motions or decisions are listed on the agenda. Standard procedural items such as approval of the agenda and minutes are also included.

• Community Development Neighbourhood Activation Funding – 2024 Impact Report (information only)
• I‑CREAte Community Based Research – update report (information only)

Nominations Committee

The Nominations Committee will review applications for appointments to city advisory bodies. The primary item is the consideration of up to nine appointments to the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, minutes confirmation, and other standard business.

• Consideration of applications for up to 9 appointments to the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will elect officers, approve the agenda, and confirm minutes from the August 26, 2024 meeting. It will then receive three informational reports: an MNP Consulting update, a 2025 workplan update, and a food framework development report. No motions or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Election of Officers (procedural)
• MNP Consulting – informational report (EDI-25-001)
• 2025 Workplan – informational report (EDI-25-003)
• Food Framework Development – informational report (EDI-25-004)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider four minor variance applications and one consent application. Decisions include approving a new bachelor dwelling at 36 Cliff Crescent, extending transition periods at 162 Division Street, allowing increased building heights at 229 Mann Drive, and severing a mixed‑use lot at 279 Wellington Street. The meeting also includes a report of member questions for information only.

• Minor variance – 36 Cliff Crescent: increase density from 93 to 97 units/ha for one bachelor unit (owner: Kingston & Frontenac Housing Corporation)
• Minor variance – 162 Division Street: extend transition period for existing variances from 3 to 6 years (applicant: The Boulevard Group)
• Minor variance – 229 Mann Drive: raise building height to 13.06 m and ornamental turret to 14.03 m (applicant: Huis Design Studio Ltd.)
• Consent – 279 Wellington Street: sever ~4,230 m² mixed‑use lot and create easements (owner: LAPE Holdings Corp.)
• Committee member questions report (information only)

Appeals Committee

The Kingston Appeals Committee will consider two appeals for exemptions from By‑Law 2009‑140, which regulates signs. The appeals concern properties at 2312 Princess Street and 820 Gardiners Road, both previously deferred. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval, minutes confirmation, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Exemption request for sign By‑Law 2009‑140 at 2312 Princess Street
• Exemption request for sign By‑Law 2009‑140 at 820 Gardiners Road

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The agenda contains only the standard template and does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will recommend to City Council that the 2010-217 Site Plan Control By-Law and the 2009 Site Plan Control Guidelines be repealed in full. It will also present a draft new Site Plan Control By-Law and draft new guidelines for Council approval in three readings. The meeting will include community‑meeting presentations for development proposals at 1152, 1154, 1158 Montreal Street (File D14-016-2024) and 1575 Westbrook Road (File D14-019-2024). The Committee will receive the Planning Advisory Committee meeting minutes.

• Recommendation to repeal By-Law No. 2010-217 and the 2009 Site Plan Control Guidelines
• Presentation of Draft Site Plan Control By-Law (Exhibit A) for three Council readings
• Presentation of Draft Site Plan Control Guidelines (Exhibit B) for Council approval
• Community‑meeting proposals: 1152‑1158 Montreal Street (File D14-016-2024) and 1575 Westbrook Road (File D14-019-2024)
• Acceptance of Planning Advisory Committee meeting minutes

Heritage Properties Committee

The Heritage Properties Committee is meeting to review a permit application for new construction under the Ontario Heritage Act. The body will also consider a membership addition to a working group and review permit status updates.

• Proposed construction of a one-and-a-half-storey dwelling and detached garage at 222 Old Kiln Crescent (File Number P18-116-2024)
• Appointment of Ann Stevens to the Heritage Properties Working Group
• Review of February 2025 Permit Updates

City Council Meeting

The council will consider several matters, including a closed‑session review of land disposition proposals and a range of consent and recommendation reports. Key decisions include approving the sale of Lot 214 and adjacent land in the St. Lawrence Business Park, authorizing budget allocations for a green burial site and the Kingston Native Centre, and directing funding changes for youth programs. Additional items involve water system annual reports, a cemetery by‑law amendment, and options for fencing at the Cricket Field baseball diamond.

• Approve sale of Lot 214 and a 4.4‑acre strip in St. Lawrence Business Park to Kingston Multisport Investment Group Ltd.
• Release $52,020 from the 2025 operating budget for the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest and grant a tax exemption for 218 Concession Street.
• Approve a budget amendment of $8,000 for green burial site preparation funded from the Working Fund Reserve.
• Redirect $30,000 from the Planet Youth Program to the KFL&A Unnamed Youth Project.
• Consider four fencing options for the Cricket Field baseball diamond.

Administrative Policies Committee

The Administrative Policies Committee will recommend the 2025 tax ratios for various property classes to the City Council. The recommendation includes specific ratios for residential, multi‑residential, commercial, industrial, pipeline, farm and managed forest properties. The committee will present the accompanying by‑law to Council for approval.

• Set residential property class tax ratio at 1.00
• Set multi‑residential property class tax ratio at 1.70
• Set commercial property class tax ratio at 1.98
• Set industrial property class tax ratio at 2.63
• Set pipeline property class tax ratio at 1.1728

Post Secondary Working Group

The Post Secondary Working Group is meeting to receive a staff update on the Fines for Food report. Members will discuss international student enrollment and program changes at Queen's University and St. Lawrence College, as well as the City Student Webpage.

• Update from City Staff on Fines for Food Report
• Discussion on St. Lawrence College program changes and international student enrollment
• Discussion on Queen's University programming and international student enrollment
• Review of the City Student Webpage
• Discussion on provincial election candidate platforms related to the post-secondary sector

Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee

The Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee will consider approving parking rate increases and recycling transition updates. The committee will also review micromobility regulations.

• Parking rate increases recommended for Downtown and Institutional Area
• Recycling transition and automated cart-based garbage collection update
• Micromobility regulation review for information only
• By-law amendments for fees and charges proposed
• Staff to report on recycling depot arrangements by Q4 2025

City Council Meeting

The Kingston City Council meeting will consider several by-law readings, including amendments to identify the South East Health Unit and heritage designations for 4226 Florida Road and 262 Wellington Street. Staff will report on a temperature‑standard amendment that would limit residential air‑conditioned units to 26 °C during summer months. The council will decide whether to approve a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc., which includes two alternative motions. Funding for the Fines for Food program will be continued, with up to $80,000 per year allocated to a pilot local food vertical farm project.

• By‑Law 2025-93: Amend various city by‑laws to correctly identify the South East Health Unit
• By‑Law 2025-94 & 2025-95: Designate 4226 Florida Road and 262 Wellington Street as heritage properties
• By‑Law 2025-96: Franchise Agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. – council to approve or reject
• Fines for Food program: authorize up to $80,000 annually for a Local Food Vertical Farm pilot
• Adequate Temperature Motion: amend Property Standards By‑Law to cap indoor temps at 26 °C (June 1‑Sept 30)

Rural Economic and Community Development Working Group

The Rural Economic & Community Development Working Group will meet virtually on Feb 3, 2025. Members will receive updates and discuss several initiatives, including the Community Paramedicine Program in Frontenac and Kingston, the Kingston Food Strategy, and opportunities from the Samsung Fund presented by Cataraqui Conservation. The group will also review the Kingston Rural Community Program Fund, a rural communications newsletter, and the Kingston Agricultural Workforce Plan. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Community Paramedicine Program in Frontenac and Kingston
• Kingston Food Strategy Development presentation & discussion
• Cataraqui Conservation presentation for Samsung Fund opportunities
• Kingston Rural Community Program Fund update
• Kingston Agricultural Workforce Plan discussion

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will recommend that City Council approve the 2025 Accessibility Work Plan. It will also receive an informational update on the Accessibility Office for Q4 2024. The committee will appoint members to several project teams, including Wright Crescent, Horsey Bay Parkette, Crerar and Everitt Park, Kirkpatrick Fountain, and Cataraqui West Community Park.

• Recommendation to Council to approve the 2025 Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee Work Plan (Exhibit A, Report MAAC‑25‑001)
• Accessibility Office Q4 2024 update (Report MAAC‑25‑002, for information only)
• Appointment of five members to the Awareness & Education Project Team
• Appointment of one member to the Wright Crescent Project Team
• Appointment of two members to the Kirkpatrick Fountain Restoration Project Team

City Council Meeting

The City Council will first meet in a closed Committee of the Whole to consider a proposed airport lease. It will then hear a heritage designation amendment for 2312 Princess Street. The council will vote on several zoning by-law amendments, including a major amendment for 999 Purdy's Mill Road and additional changes for 73 Sydenham Street and 234‑242 University Avenue. A motion will also designate the YGK Craft Beer Fest 2025 as a municipally significant event.

• Closed Committee of the Whole to consider a proposed airport lease
• Amendment to the Ontario Heritage Act designation for 2312 Princess Street (Pleasant View)
• Zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 999 Purdy's Mill Road
• Zoning by-law amendment for 73 Sydenham Street and 145 William Street
• Designation of YGK Craft Beer Fest 2025 as a municipally significant event

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider several minor variance applications for properties on George Street, Cataraqui Street, Highway 38, Traymoor Street, Westbrook Road and Montreal Street. Each application seeks changes to setbacks, building heights, unit counts or other zoning requirements and will be voted on with conditions attached. The meeting will also approve the agenda, minutes from the previous meeting and schedule the next meeting.

• Minor variance for 9 George St: raised foundation, second‑floor addition, new porch, carport and decks with a height increase to 6.3 m.
• Minor variance for 10 Cataraqui St: six‑storey mixed‑use building, increase from 50 to 75 dwelling units and larger floor area.
• Minor variance for 2250 Highway 38: 26.76 m² accessory building with interior setback reduction.
• Minor variance for 1149, 1173, 1177 Montreal St: increase unit counts to 102/93, reduce parking requirements and allow front‑yard parking.
• Minor variance for 1110 Westbrook Rd: new detached garage with interior setback reduction.

Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee

The Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee will elect its officers, hear a briefing from Laurie Dixon, and consider two reports – a Rent Supplement and Rent Assistance Programs Review (Report HHC‑25‑001) and a Standing Update Report (Report HHC‑25‑002). Both reports are for information only. The meeting will also set the next meeting date for March 20, 2025.

• Election of Officers
• Briefing by Laurie Dixon, Research & Data Manager
• Rent Supplement and Rent Assistance Programs Review (Report HHC‑25‑001)
• Standing Update Report (Report HHC‑25‑002)
• Next meeting scheduled for March 20, 2025

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is holding a public forum to present early-stage development proposals. No decisions will be made at this meeting, as the purpose is to gather public and committee feedback before complete applications are submitted.

• Community meeting for development proposal at 3039 Princess Street (File Number: D14-015-2024)

City Council Budget Meetings

The City Council will hear department presentations and review the proposed 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets. It will also examine the results of the 2025 budget engagement process. Several by-law amendments related to water, gas, and miscellaneous utility charges will receive first, second, and third readings. The meeting concludes with standard procedural items and adjournment.

• Proposed 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets (Report 25-039)
• 2025 Budget Engagement Results (Report 25-029)
• By-Law amendment to water & wastewater rates (Proposed By-Law 2025-83)
• By-Law amendment to gas rates (Proposed By-Law 2025-84)
• By-Law amendment to miscellaneous charges and appliance rental rates (Proposed By-Law 2025-84)

City Council Budget Meetings

The City of Kingston Council will hear departmental presentations and then review the proposed 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets (Report 25-039). It will also receive a report on the 2025 budget engagement results (Report 25-029). The meeting includes three readings of four by‑laws that amend water, wastewater, gas, and miscellaneous utility rates. The council will then adjourn.

• Review of Proposed 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets (Report 25-039)
• Review of 2025 Budget Engagement Results (Report 25-029)
• Three readings of By‑Law 2025-83 to amend water & wastewater rates
• Three readings of By‑Law 2025-84 to amend gas rates
• Three readings of By‑Law 2025-84 to amend miscellaneous charges and appliance rental rates

City Council Budget Meetings

The Kingston City Council meeting will introduce the 2025 budget and review the proposed 2025‑2026 operating and capital budgets for municipally owned utilities. Council will vote on rate changes for water and wastewater (effective March 1 2025‑Dec 31 2025 and Jan 1 2026), natural gas local distribution (effective March 1 2025 and Jan 1 2026), and miscellaneous utility charges. A CFO will give an overview of the municipal operating and capital budget, and several external agencies will present brief updates.

• Approval of water and wastewater rate changes for 2025‑2026 (By‑Law 2025‑XXX)
• Approval of natural gas local distribution rate changes for 2025‑2026 (By‑Law 2025‑XX)
• Approval of miscellaneous charges rate changes for 2025‑2026 (By‑Law 2025‑XX)
• Presentation of proposed 2025‑2026 operating and capital budgets for municipally owned utilities (Report 25‑048)
• Municipal operating and capital budget overview by the CFO

Appeals Committee

The Kingston Appeals Committee will consider two deferred appeals seeking exemptions from By‑Law 2009‑140, the city’s sign regulation, for properties at 2312 Princess Street and 820 Gardiners Road. The meeting will also cover routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, disclosures of interest, and setting the date for the next meeting.

• Exemption request for sign‑bylaw (By‑Law 2009‑140, sections 1, 6, 9) at 2312 Princess Street – deferred from Nov 18 2024
• Exemption request for sign‑bylaw (By‑Law 2009‑140, sections 1, 6, 9) at 820 Gardiners Road – deferred from Nov 18 2024

Heritage Properties Committee

The Kingston Heritage Properties Committee will consider several agenda items, including pre‑consultation, policy development, and permit approvals. It will recommend that Council issue a Notice of Proposed Amendment for the property at 2312 Princess Street under the Ontario Heritage Act and, if no objection is received, present the designation by‑law for three readings. The committee will also review January 2025 permit reporting and discuss stream‑two and stream‑three permit approvals.

• Amendment to Designation under the Ontario Heritage Act – 2312 Princess Street
• Stream Two Permits – approval through delegated authority
• Stream Three Permits – approval through council authority
• Permit Reporting – January 2025
• Pre‑consultation and policy development discussions

City Council Meeting

City Council will discuss a potential land lease for a multi-sport stadium at the Memorial Centre site and a motion to declare food insecurity an emergency. The body is also deciding on heritage designations for several properties and implementing new speed limits in the Central Core.

• Potential land lease with Victory Grounds Ventures for a multi-sport stadium at the Memorial Centre
• Brownfield property tax rebates up to $4,088,883 over 10 years for 0 Cataraqui Street
• Municipal borrowing by-law to authorize up to $296,000,000 from January to September 2025
• Heritage designations for 27, 29, and 31 Rideau Street and 3566 Boundary Road
• Reduction of speed limits to 40 km/h in the Central Core Neighbourhood Area

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider several recommendation reports for zoning by-law amendments and a draft plan of subdivision. The committee will make recommendations on these applications to City Council for final approval.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 999 Purdy's Mill Road
• Zoning By-Law Amendment for 73 Sydenham Street and 145 William Street
• Supplemental Zoning By-Law Amendment report for 234-242 University Avenue
• Deferred Zoning By-Law Amendment for 234-242 University Avenue (to be considered if supplemental report is defeated)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Kingston Planning Advisory Committee will review the Inclusionary Zoning Assessment Report. The committee will also address any other business items raised by members. The meeting will set the date for the next committee session on April 9, 2025.

• Inclusionary Zoning Assessment Report
• Other Business
• Date of Next Meeting – scheduled for April 9, 2025