London public meetings in 2023
58 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Civic Works Committee
The committee approved several procurement contracts for stormwater management, hazardous waste removal, and equipment. It also requested specific transit service and zero-emission bus data from the London Transit Commission.
- Appointed AECOM Canada Ltd. for 2024 Stormwater Management Remediation Project for $125,345.00 (5-0)
- Accepted GFL Environmental Services Inc. tender for hazardous and special products removal (5-0)
- Approved single source purchase of a 2024 Bravo Aluminum Star Cargo Trailer from Bluewater Trailer Sales Ltd. for $108,099.83 (5-0)
- Requested London Transit Commission provide data on transit services, new subdivisions, and zero-emission bus rollout (3-2)
- Permitted a delegate to speak an additional 5 minutes regarding the Integrated Transportation Community Advisory Committee report (5-0)
- Denied motion to receive the ITCAC presentation with no further action (2-3)
- Approved convening in Closed Session for litigation and solicitor-client privilege matters (4-0)
Governance Working Group
The group approved the Terms of Reference for the 2023 Ward Boundary Review Process and directed the Civic Administration to hire an independent third-party consultant. A motion to amend the process to include consideration of the number of wards was defeated.
- Approved 2023 Ward Boundary Review Process Terms of Reference (Motion Passed)
- Directed Civic Administration to amend Terms of Reference to target no more than 15% population variance and consider ward naming conventions
- Directed Civic Administration to use competitive procurement for an independent third-party consultant for Option 1
- Referred governance and compensation matters back to a future Governance Working Group
- Denied amendment to include consideration of the number of wards in Option 1 (Motion Failed)
Planning and Environment Committee
The Planning and Environment Committee approved zoning amendments for properties on Dundas Street, Fanshawe Park Road West, and Trossacks Avenue. The committee also supported a site plan for a new continuum-of-care facility on Ashland Avenue and deferred a resolution regarding the Housing Accelerator Fund.
- Approved zoning change for 2908 Dundas Street to Holding Light industrial Special Provision (5-0)
- Supported site plan for Extendicare continuum-of-care facility at 447 Ashland Avenue (5-0)
- Approved 3-year extension of Temporary Use Zone for 1992 Fanshawe Park Road West (5-0)
- Approved zoning change for 1515 Trossacks Avenue to Residential R9 Special Provision (4-1)
- Approved deletion of clause regarding surface parking removal at 1515 Trossacks Avenue (3-2)
- Deferred Housing Accelerator Fund resolution clause b) to a future meeting (5-0)
- Received Building Division monthly reports for May and June 2023 (5-0)
- Received 9th Report of the Ecological Community Advisory Committee (5-0)
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee approved several reserve fund rationalization reports and authorized negotiations for arena refrigeration services. The committee also accepted a proposal from Ernst and Young for a vacant residential property study and approved four community proclamations.
- Approved Contingencies/Stabilization and Risk Management Reserve Fund Rationalization Report
- Approved Capital Asset Growth Reserve Fund Rationalization Report
- Authorized negotiations with CIMCO Refrigeration for arena services
- Accepted Ernst and Young (EY) proposal for Vacant Residential Property Study
- Approved 2022 Annual Report of Lease Financing Agreements
- Approved proposed by-laws for City Hall flags and building illumination
- Proclaimed October 2023 as Probus Month
- Proclaimed Nov 1-8, 2023 as Sikh Genocide Awareness Week, April 2024 as Sikh Heritage Month, and Sept 28, 2023 as National British Home Child Day
Council
Council directed the Civic Administration to prepare a zoning by-law amendment allowing building permits for up to 4 residential units in zones permitting singles, semis, or street townhomes. A strategic assessment for permits of 5 or more units in specific neighborhoods was referred to the Planning and Environment Committee. Council also proclaimed September 18–24, 2023, as Rail Safety Week.
- Directed preparation of zoning amendment for up to 4 residential units as of right (15-0)
- Referred strategic assessment for 5+ residential unit permits to Planning and Environment Committee (15-0)
- Proclaimed September 18–24, 2023, as Rail Safety Week (15-0)
- Approved minutes of the July 25, 2023 meeting (15-0)
- Approved motion to enter closed session for land acquisition and disposition matters (15-0)
Governance Working Group
The group directed the City Clerk to draft updated policies for electronic participation by Council members and staff. Additionally, the Ward Boundary Review was referred back to Civic Administration for revised Terms of Reference.
- Directed City Clerk to draft updated electronic participation policy including camera and headset requirements (Motion Passed)
- Directed City Clerk to draft administrative policy for staff and public hybrid meeting participation (Motion Passed)
- Referred Ward Boundary Review to Civic Administration for revised Terms of Reference including growth and student population data (Motion Passed)
- Approved motion to convene in Closed Session to consider a matter pertaining to an identifiable individual (Motion Passed)
Accessibility Community Advisory Committee
The committee received several reports and notices, including a presentation on the Vehicle for Hire By-law and Accessible Taxi Incentives. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.
- Received 4th Report of the Accessibility Community Advisory Committee
- Received Municipal Council resolution regarding the 4th Report
- Received Notice of Planning Application for ReThink Zoning
- Received reminder for input on 2023 Neighbourhood Connectivity Plans
- Received call for nominations for 2024 Mayor's New Year's Honour List
- Received presentation on Vehicle for Hire By-law and Accessible Taxi Incentives
Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee
The committee approved several short-term contracts for homelessness and mental health services. It also directed the Mayor to advocate against the forced relocation of homeless individuals and for better hospital discharge planning. Additionally, Councillor S. Trosow was appointed to the Museum London Board of Directors.
- Approved $130,000 contract for Ark Aid Mission Services (13-0)
- Approved $70,000 contract amendment for CMHA Coffee House program (13-0)
- Approved $52,000 contract extension for London Cares encampment services (13-0)
- Approved advocacy to condemn relocation of homeless individuals under false pretense (10-2)
- Approved advocacy for funding for supportive housing and consequences for bad actors (12-0)
- Approved advocacy for provincial hospital and detention center discharge planning (10-2)
- Appointed Councillor S. Trosow to Museum London Board of Directors (11-0)
- Amended Council Members' Expense Account Policy and referred balance to Governance Working Group (13-0)
Integrated Transportation Community Advisory Committee
The committee forwarded a Mobility Master Plan presentation to the Civic Works Committee. It also renamed the Environment Sub-Committee to the Environment and Transit Sub-Committee and requested specific service and zero-emission bus data from the London Transit Commission.
- Forwarded Mobility Master Plan presentation to Civic Works Committee
- Renamed Environment Sub-Committee to Environment and Transit Sub-Committee
- Requested transit service provision and Service Plan data from London Transit Commission
- Requested criteria for transit services in new subdivisions from London Transit Commission
- Requested list of areas and subdivisions without transit services from London Transit Commission
- Requested zero emission bus fleet implementation plan and pilot project details from London Transit Commission
- Received 8th Report of the Integrated Transportation Community Advisory Committee
- Received Municipal Council resolutions regarding Adelaide Street North and Mobility Plan Update
Community and Protective Services Committee
The committee directed the Civic Administration to report back with a proposed fireworks by-law based on 'Option A' and a review of fireworks retailer licensing. It also approved a transition strategy for Inter Faith Homes (London) to be introduced at the August 29 Municipal Council meeting.
- Approved direction to implement Fireworks By-law Update Option A (4-1)
- Approved direction to review Business Licensing By-law for fireworks retailers (4-1)
- Approved Inter Faith Homes (London) Transition Strategy for Council introduction (4-0)
- Received 8th Report of the Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee
- Received Winter Response Program Outcome Year-over-Year Comparison report
Civic Works Committee
The committee approved a new waste collection schedule starting January 15, 2024, and awarded a $6.5M watermain cleaning contract. Several infrastructure project budget increases and by-law updates were also approved.
- Approved weekly Green Bin/Blue Box and 26-week annual garbage pickup starting Jan 15, 2024 (5-0)
- Awarded $6,498,810.00 watermain cleaning and lining contract to Fer-Pal Construction Ltd. (4-0)
- Increased CIMA Canada Inc. consulting fees by $949,759.80 for wastewater plant resiliency (4-0)
- Appointed Dillon Consulting Limited for infrastructure renewal projects at $413,912.40 (4-0)
- Increased Victoria Bridge temporary modular bridge contract by $150,000.00 (4-0)
- Increased Churchill Avenue and Manitoba Street contract by $50,000.00 (4-0)
- Approved introducing updates to Vital Services (PH-6) and Traffic and Parking (PS-114) by-laws (4-0)
- Approved a new large furniture and bulky items collection program starting Oct 1, 2023 (5-0)
Planning and Environment Committee
The Planning and Environment Committee approved multiple heritage alteration permits and demolition requests. The committee also advanced a vacant land condominium application and initiated the process to designate a property under the Ontario Heritage Act.
- Approved demolition of parking garage and construction of high-rise at 320 King Street (5-0)
- Approved demolition of 763-769 Dundas Street and removal from Register of Cultural Heritage Resources (5-0)
- Approved vacant land condominium application for 1875 Dalmagarry Road (5-0)
- Approved heritage alteration permit for new building at 134 Wortley Road
- Approved heritage alteration permit for new house at 520 Ontario Street (5-0)
- Initiated notice of intention to designate 1350 Wharncliffe Road South under Ontario Heritage Act
- Forwarded Ecological Community Advisory Committee comments on 952 Southdale Road West to administration
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee directed the City Clerk to bring forward by-laws to update the Flags at City Hall and Illumination of City of London Buildings and Amenities policies. The committee specifically amended the illumination policy to allocate the remainder of June for national Pride month.
- Directed City Clerk to bring forward by-laws for updated Flags at City Hall and Illumination policies (3-0)
- Approved amendment to illuminate buildings rainbow for national Pride month for the remainder of June (3-0)
- Approved convening in Closed Session to discuss land acquisition and disposition matters (3-0)
Compliance Audit Committee
The Committee reviewed a report regarding a contravention of campaign contribution limits by Sil Palumbo. It was decided that legal proceedings would not be commenced because the Committee found no public interest in doing so.
- Approved minutes of the August 2, 2023 meeting
- Received 2022 Municipal Election Clerk's Contribution Report - Sil Palumbo for information
- Directed City Clerk to prepare a decision not to commence legal proceedings against Sil Palumbo for exceeding the $1,200 contribution limit
Community Advisory Committee on Planning
The Community Advisory Committee on Planning reviewed and supported staff recommendations for multiple heritage alteration permits and demolition requests. The committee also forwarded revised comments regarding planning applications for 50 King Street and 399 Ridout Street North.
- Forwarded revised Working Group comments for 50 King Street and 399 Ridout Street North to the Senior Planner
- Supported staff recommendation for demolition request at 763-769 Dundas Street
- Supported staff recommendation for designation of 1350 Wharncliffe Road South under Ontario Heritage Act
- Supported staff recommendation for demolition and heritage alteration at 320 King Street
- Supported staff recommendation for heritage alteration at 520 Ontario Street
- Recommended approval of horizontal vinyl siding and shake-style fiber cement board cladding for 520 Ontario Street
Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee
The committee recommended that Municipal Council adopt a fireworks by-law option restricting consumer fireworks and limiting sales. A working group was established to review the Climate Emergency Action Plan.
- Recommended Municipal Council adopt Option B for fireworks, restricting consumer fireworks and increasing fines
- Recommended fireworks locations account for environmental disturbance and pollution in sensitive features like the Thames River
- Recommended promoting lower-impact alternatives to fireworks, such as drone light shows
- Established Climate Emergency Action Plan Working Group consisting of R. Duvernoy, A. Hames, A. Hodge, A. Pert, B. Samuels and A. Whittingham
- Noted resignation of D. Allick
Compliance Audit Committee
The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee approved a compliance audit for the 2022 candidacy of Khalil Ramal. The Committee rejected an application for a compliance audit regarding third-party advertiser Anna Maria Valastro. A decision on a contribution report for Sil Palumbo was deferred.
- Approved minutes of the 1st Meeting held June 26 and July 7, 2023
- Deferred decision on Sil Palumbo contribution report to August 10, 2023
- Directed City Clerk to notify contributor Sil Palumbo using candidate contact information
- Granted application by Joseph Francis for compliance audit of Khalil Ramal
- Directed City Clerk to provide a list of qualified auditors for the Khalil Ramal audit
- Rejected application by John Fyfe-Millar for compliance audit of Anna Maria Valastro
Governance Working Group
The group approved a monthly meeting schedule through December 2023 and made specific amendments to the draft Council Members' Expense Account Policy. The remaining balance of the expense policy was referred to the next meeting for further discussion. The group also received verbal updates on ward boundaries, deputy mayor appointments, remuneration, and committee selection processes.
- Established monthly meeting dates from August 28 to December 18, 2023
- Amended Council expense policy to allow advertising for 'greetings' (replacing 'Seasons Greetings')
- Amended Council expense policy to remove references to 'ward office' and 'lease of constituency office space within the ward'
- Referred the balance of the draft Council Members' Expense Account Policy to the next meeting
- Received verbal update on Ward Boundary Review
- Received verbal update on Appointment of Deputy Mayor Policy
- Directed City Clerk to provide a future report on Strong Mayor legislation
- Received verbal updates on remuneration for officials and committee selection process policy
Council
City Council approved the expropriation of lands for the East London Link Project and the Wellington Gateway Project. Council also introduced by-laws to facilitate these land acquisitions to meet transportation demands.
- Approved land expropriation for East London Link Project (13-2)
- Introduced by-law to expropriate lands for East London Link Project (13-2)
- Approved land expropriation for Wellington Gateway Project (14-1)
- Introduced by-law to expropriate lands for Wellington Gateway Project (14-1)
- Approved minutes from June 27, 2023 meeting (15-0)
Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee
The Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee approved a plan to implement health and homelessness hubs, including a competitive procurement process for the first five locations. The committee also authorized interest-free loan repayment deferrals for certain applicants and appointed representatives for the Strategy and Accountability table.
- Endorsed the Health and Homelessness Whole of Community System Response Proposed Hubs Implementation Plan (11-4)
- Directed competitive procurement to select Lead Agencies and locations for the first five Hubs (12-3)
- Authorized interest-free Community Improvement Plan loan repayment deferrals from August 1, 2023 to August 31, 2026
- Approved up to $1.97 million contribution to the Community Improvement Program Reserve Fund from the Operating Budget Contingency Reserve
- Directed Mayor and Government Relations staff to advocate for provincial addictions rehabilitation site(s) in London
- Appointed Mayor and Budget Chair to the Strategy and Accountability table, with Deputy Mayor as alternate (15-0)
- Directed Civic Administration to initiate a public feedback loop and host public engagement sessions regarding the Hubs Implementation Plan
- Denied motion to refer the matter to a future special meeting (4-11)
Ecological Community Advisory Committee
The committee established a working group to review a planning application for 465 Sunningdale Road West and forwarded comments on 952 Southdale Road West to the Civic Administration. Other items involved receiving presentations and requesting brochures for public distribution.
- Established working group (S. Levin, S. Evans, S. Hall) to review planning application for 465 Sunningdale Road West
- Forwarded working group comments on Environmental Impact Statement for 952 Southdale Road West to Civic Administration
- Requested T. Hain review Preventing Window Collisions brochure with S. Hall and B. Samuels
- Requested Civic Administration provide Goldfish brochures for distribution
Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee
The committee approved updates to the London Community Grants Policy and appointed new members to the Eldon House and London Hydro boards. It also directed the addition of two voting members to the London Transit Commission and initiated a ward boundary review process.
- Approved updated London Community Grants Policy and revised definition of 'Unincorporated grassroots group' (14-0)
- Appointed Bryan McClure to the Eldon House Board of Directors (15-0)
- Appointed Tim Watson and Cedric Gomes to the London Hydro Board of Directors (14-1)
- Directed addition of two voting members to the London Transit Commission (15-0)
- Approved 2024 draft meeting calendar and directed a comprehensive ward boundary review (15-0)
- Declared Intimate Partner Violence and Femicide an epidemic (15-0)
- Referred Master Accommodation Plan and Alternate Work Strategies to Municipal Council (10-4)
Integrated Transportation Community Advisory Committee
The committee received several planning notices and the Vision Zero Sub-Committee Report. The Environment and Transit Sub-Committee Report was deferred to the next meeting. Members held a general discussion regarding the Neighbourhood Connectivity Plan Pilot Program.
- Deferred Environment and Transit Sub-Committee Report to the next meeting
- Received 7th Report of the Integrated Transportation Community Advisory Committee
- Received planning application notice for 465 Sunningdale Road West
- Received zoning by-law amendment notice for 599-601 Richmond Street
- Received zoning by-law amendment notice for 165-167 Egerton Street
- Received Vision Zero Sub-Committee Report
Civic Works Committee
The committee approved several consulting appointments for road and sewer reconstruction and awarded a green bin processing contract to Convertus Canada Inc. It also authorized funding for downtown wayfinding signage and a streetscape master plan for Dundas Street.
- Accepted Green Bin Processing Services proposal from Convertus Canada Inc. at $89.75 per tonne (6-0)
- Appointed AECOM Canada Ltd. for Western Road and Sarnia Road/Philip Aziz Avenue design at $1,645,435.00 (6-0)
- Appointed Development Engineering (London) Limited for Florence and Eleanor Street reconstruction at $354,937.00 (6-0)
- Appointed Stantec Consulting Ltd. for Cavendish Crescent East reconstruction at $767,672.40 (6-0)
- Appointed Archibald, Gray & McKay Engineering Ltd. for Sterling Street and Mornington Avenue reconstruction at $294,800.00 (6-0)
- Appointed Everest Signs for Downtown Wayfinding Plan Phase 1 at $125,350.00 (6-0)
- Appointed Dillon Consulting Limited for Dundas Street Streetscape Master Plan at $159,899.30 (6-0)
- Increased 2022 Sewer Lining Contract with Insituform Technologies Ltd. by $33,795.70 to $4,407,511.80 (6-0)
Community and Protective Services Committee
The committee approved the decommissioning of Thames Pool and directed staff to study new park amenities and indoor pool locations. It also approved over $2M for housing stability services and forwarded several agreements to Council for final approval.
- Approved decommissioning of Thames Pool and feasibility studies for new amenities (5-1)
- Approved $2,098,650 for Housing Stability Services 2023-24 contract amendments (6-0)
- Denied $80,000 annual funding for Primary Care Recruitment program (2-4)
- Referred $374,210 funding for London Cares Homeless Response Services back to administration (5-1)
- Forwarded Stoney Creek Pathway Contribution Agreement to Council (6-0)
- Forwarded Vision SOHO Alliance Contribution Agreement to Council (6-0)
- Directed review of zoning to facilitate Team Based Family Care facilities (6-0)
- Referred Museum London Board representative appointment to Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee (6-0)
Planning and Environment Committee
The Planning and Environment Committee approved the removal of 2, 3 Kennon Place and 689 Hamilton Road from the Register of Cultural Heritage Resources. The committee also advanced several zoning and by-law amendments to Municipal Council for further action.
- Removed 2 and 3 Kennon Place from Register of Cultural Heritage Resources (5-0)
- Removed 689 Hamilton Road from Register of Cultural Heritage Resources (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 1474 Kilally Road from Residential R1 to Residential R5 (5-0)
- Directed public engagement process for draft Byron Gravel Pits Secondary Plan
- Introduced amendments for five Business Improvement Area by-laws to Municipal Council
- Introduced part lot control exemption for 1525 Chickadee Trail to Municipal Council
- Forwarded Ecological Community Advisory Committee comments on 1176 Crumlin Sideroad and Kensington Bridge to Civic Administration
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee appointed new voting members to the Animal Welfare, Diversity Inclusion and Anti-Oppression, and Environmental Stewardship and Action committees. Appointments for the Planning and Integrated Transportation committees were forwarded to Municipal Council for a final decision. The committee also approved several city proclamations and emergency procurement reports.
- Approved $209,143 emergency procurement for May 2022 Forestry Operations
- Appointed Nicole Karsch and Steve Ryall to Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee
- Appointed Saleme Atieh, David Godwin, Margot Stothers, and Nandini Syed to Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Committee (3-1)
- Appointed Becca Amendola, Russell Duvernoy, Amy Ford, Mary Ann Hodge, and Allison Pert to Environmental Stewardship and Action Committee
- Forwarded Planning and Integrated Transportation committee appointments to Municipal Council
- Authorized HMCS Prevost to exercise Freedom of the City on September 23, 2023
- Approved United Way Elgin & Middlesex to host annual Stairclimb on November 2, 2023
- Proclaimed September 2023 as Blood Cancer Awareness Month and Arthritis Awareness Month
Community Advisory Committee on Planning
The Community Advisory Committee on Planning supported staff recommendations to remove properties at 2, 3 Kennon Place and 689 Hamilton Road from the Register of Cultural Heritage Resources. The committee opposed a staff recommendation to refuse a roof replacement permit for 39 Carfrae Street. A working group was created to review planning applications for 50 King Street and 399 Ridout Street North.
- Supported staff recommendation to remove 2 and 3 Kennon Place from Register of Cultural Heritage Resources
- Supported staff recommendation to remove 689 Hamilton Road from Register of Cultural Heritage Resources
- Opposed staff recommendation to refuse roof replacement permit for 39 Carfrae Street
- Created Working Group to review Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for 50 King Street and 399 Ridout Street North
- Invited applicant for 50 King Street and 399 Ridout Street North to the August meeting
Compliance Audit Committee
The Compliance Audit Committee decided to commence legal proceedings against Ali Soufan and Nella Soufan for exceeding campaign contribution limits. The committee also elected a chair and adopted its rules of procedure.
- Elected Andrew Wright as Chair (Motion Passed)
- Adopted Rules of Procedure and Terms of Reference (Motion Passed)
- Directed City Clerk to commence legal proceedings against Ali Soufan for exceeding $5,000 contribution limits to two or more candidates (Motion Passed)
- Directed City Clerk to commence legal proceedings against Nella Soufan for exceeding $5,000 contribution limits to two or more candidates (Motion Passed)
Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee
The Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee requested updates from Civic Administration regarding zoning for zoos and mobile zoos, as well as yard waste schedules during Green Week. The committee also noted it will submit a formal recommendation regarding the effects of fireworks.
- Requested Civic Administration update on zoning for zoos and mobile zoos
- Requested Civic Administration update on Green Week yard waste schedules and their impact on birds
- Decided to submit a formal recommendation on fireworks effects to the Community and Protective Services Committee
- Deferred Clear Your Gear Update to the next meeting
Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee
The committee requested that Municipal Council direct staff to conduct a comprehensive review of the Yard and Lot Maintenance By-law PH-9. The request includes pausing enforcement for non-safety risks during the review and holding a public participation meeting.
- Requested Municipal Council direct staff to review Yard and Lot Maintenance By-law PH-9
- Requested enforcement of By-law PH-9 be paused for non-immediate safety risks during review
- Requested a Public Participation Meeting for community feedback on By-law PH-9
- Noted receipt of the 7th Report of the Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee
- Noted resignation of P. Almost
- Noted resignation of L. Paulger
- Noted receipt of MECP review regarding W12A Landfill expansion
- Noted receipt of ReThink Zoning Notice of Planning Application
Council
City Council approved a contract for traffic signal rebuilds on Wonderland Road South and appointed several consulting engineers for stormwater projects. Council also authorized negotiations for a research test facility at the Vauxhall Wastewater Treatment Plant.
- Approved $941,478 contract to ERTH (Holdings) Inc. for traffic signal rebuilds at Wonderland Road South and Village Green Avenue/Teeple Terrace
- Authorized negotiations with Pall Water for a site access agreement to establish a research test facility at Vauxhall Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Appointed AECOM Canada Ltd. for Mud Creek Phase 2A Culvert replacement ($127,098) and increased their design fees by $196,758.61
- Appointed Stantec Consulting Limited for Hyde Park Assignment ‘A’ Project ($188,054.50) and increased design fees by $15,534.00
- Appointed Matrix Solutions Inc. for Hyde Park Assignment ‘B’ resident inspection and contract administration ($159,815.03)
- Approved the 10th Report of the Civic Works Committee (excluding items 8 (3.1) and 9 (4.1))
- Approved minutes from the 11th Meeting held on June 6, 2023 (15-0)
Governance Working Group
The Governance Working Group requested population projections and a draft Terms of Reference for an independent third-party ward boundary review. The group also approved a draft 2024 meeting calendar for Municipal Council approval.
- Approved 1st Meeting report
- Set next meeting for July 27 at 1:00 PM
- Directed Clerk to establish monthly meeting dates
- Approved 2024 draft meeting calendar for forwarding to Municipal Council
- Referred current council policies to the next meeting
- Directed Civic Administration to provide population projections through 2026
- Directed Civic Administration to provide draft Terms of Reference for a third-party ward boundary review
- Approved convening in Closed Session for personal and employment matters
Accessibility Community Advisory Committee
The committee received several planning notices and neighborhood connectivity plans. It decided to forward a presentation on accessible taxi cabs to the Civic Administration for review and a future report on transportation options.
- Forwarded MyGREEN Taxi presentation on accessible taxi cabs to Civic Administration for review and report back
Community and Protective Services Committee
The Committee voted to recommend that Municipal Council introduce a by-law to update the Building Safer Communities Fund (BSCF) Contribution Agreement. This action authorizes the Deputy City Manager of Neighbourhood and Community-Wide Services to execute the agreement and any future amendments.
- Recommended introducing by-law to update Building Safer Communities Fund agreement (5-0)
Integrated Transportation Community Advisory Committee
The Integrated Transportation Community Advisory Committee recommended a specific intersection design for the Hamilton Road and Gore Road Environmental Assessment. The committee also received several planning notices and project presentations. A sub-committee report was deferred to the next meeting.
- Recommended Alternative 2: Signalized Intersection A for Hamilton Road and Gore Road
- Received presentation on Colonel Talbot Road 2-Lane Upgrade Project
- Received resignation of J. Collie
- Deferred Environment and Transit Sub-Committee Report to next meeting
- Received notice for Huron Heights Neighbourhood Connectivity Plan engagement
- Received notice for Northridge Neighbourhood Connectivity Plan engagement
Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee
The committee approved updates to the 2024 Growth Management Implementation Strategy, including rescheduling several infrastructure projects and adjusting the Capital Budget. It also endorsed an Anti-Hate Response Pilot agreement and processed annual resolutions for city-affiliated corporations.
- Approved 2024 Growth Management Implementation Strategy Update (13-0)
- Adjusted Capital Budget to reflect timing changes for growth-related infrastructure (13-0)
- Endorsed Anti-Hate Response Pilot and introduced related by-law for June 27 meeting
- Approved recruitment process for London Hydro Inc. Director appointments (14-0)
- Introduced by-law to ratify London Hydro Inc. Annual Resolutions (14-0)
- Introduced by-law to ratify London & Middlesex Community Housing Inc. Annual Resolutions (14-0)
- Received 2022 financial statements and reports for Housing Development Corporation, London (12-0)
- Received LEDC Activity Update 2022 and London Community Recovery Network report
Dearness Home Committee of Management
The committee received the minutes from the February 7, 2023 meeting and a Director's Report covering November 16, 2022, to May 15, 2023. Members also participated in an educational tour of the Dearness Home.
- Approved minutes from the February 7, 2023 meeting
- Received Director's Report for the period November 16, 2022 through May 15, 2023
- Scheduled next meetings for September 19, 2023 and November 21, 2023
Corporate Services Committee
The committee held a special meeting and voted to enter a closed session to discuss employment-related matters and an identifiable individual. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved motion to convene in closed session to discuss employment and identifiable individual matters (6-0)
Planning and Environment Committee
The Planning and Environment Committee approved zoning amendments for developments at 568 Second Street and Huron Street/Briarhill Avenue. The committee also granted a heritage alteration permit for Wortley Village and initiated heritage designation for 81 Wilson Avenue.
- Approved zoning change for 568 Second Street to Holding Residential R9 with 7 affordable housing units (5-0)
- Approved Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 1176-1186 Huron Street and 294 Briarhill Avenue to Holding Residential R9
- Approved Heritage Alteration Permit for 1 Cathcart Street and 115 Bruce Street to alter a heritage house and build two new 2-storey houses
- Approved notice of intention to designate 81 Wilson Avenue as having cultural heritage value
- Denied recommendation to designate 599-601 Richmond Street as having cultural heritage value (2-3)
- Received ReThink Zoning progress update for information
- Received Building Division Staffing Enhancements report for information
Ecological Community Advisory Committee
The committee established working groups to investigate a rural landowners pamphlet and review specific properties at 952 Southdale Road West and 1176 Crumlin Sideroad. It also forwarded comments on the Kensington Bridge and 1176 Crumlin Sideroad to the Civic Administration.
- Established working group to investigate creation of a Rural Landowners and Farmers pamphlet
- Established working group to review property at 952 Southdale Road West
- Forwarded Working Group comments on 1176 Crumlin Sideroad to Civic Administration
- Forwarded Working Group comments on Kensington Bridge to Civic Administration
- Requested Civic Administration provide definitions of OS4 and OS5 Zones for ReThink Zoning
- Directed Committee Clerk to notify S. Miklosi regarding attendance issues and potential appointment deletion
Community Advisory Committee on Planning
The Community Advisory Committee on Planning elected its Chair and Vice Chair and updated its meeting start time. The committee expressed support for staff recommendations regarding heritage permits and designations at multiple properties. A motion to remove two members for lack of attendance was referred for Council approval.
- Elected S. Bergman as Chair and S. Jory as Vice Chair
- Supported staff recommendation for Heritage Alteration Permit at 1 Cathcart Street and 115 Bruce Street
- Supported staff recommendation for designation of 81 Wilson Avenue under Ontario Heritage Act
- Supported staff recommendation for designation of 599-601 Richmond Street under Ontario Heritage Act
- Approved changing future meeting start time to 5:30 PM
- Proposed rescinding appointments of S. Ashman and J. Wabegijig for Council approval
- Referred London Majors Alumni Association plaque request to the Culture Office
- Noted satisfaction with Heritage Impact Assessment for 1350 Wharncliffe Road South
Audit Committee
The Audit Committee received the 2022 Financial Report and the corresponding Audit Findings Report from KPMG. The committee also received financial statements for the Old East Village Business Improvement Area and several internal audit reports from MNP.
- Received 2022 Financial Report and KPMG Audit Findings Report (Passed)
- Received 2021 Old East Village Business Improvement Area Board of Management Financial Statements (Passed)
- Received MNP briefing note from the internal auditor (Passed)
- Received MNP internal audit follow up activities update dashboard (Passed)
- Received MNP Recruitment and Selection Audit Final Report (Passed)
- Received MNP PS 3280 Asset Retirement Obligations (ARO) Audit Final Report (Passed)
Civic Works Committee
The Civic Works Committee approved the continued use of the current configuration for Blackfriars Bridge. The committee also approved several infrastructure contracts, including traffic signal rebuilds and stormwater project consulting. Additionally, a contract increase for the Springbank Reservoirs roof project was authorized.
- Approved current bridge configuration for Blackfriars Bridge (4-1)
- Approved $941,478 contract to ERTH (Holdings) Inc. for traffic signal rebuilds (5-0)
- Approved $1,499,636.96 contract increase for Springbank Reservoirs roof repairs (5-0)
- Appointed AECOM Canada Ltd., Stantec Consulting Limited, and Matrix Solutions Inc. for stormwater projects (5-0)
- Authorized $85,000 for UTRCA capital projects and $243,701 for Dingman Creek monitoring (5-0)
- Approved introducing a by-law to negotiate a site access agreement with Pall Water for Vauxhall WWTP (5-0)
- Requested Council amend Mobility Policy 349 regarding one-side parking on city streets (5-0)
Community and Protective Services Committee
The committee approved the purchase of four fire apparatus and a decontamination pod, totaling over $8.2M. It also authorized a contract extension for the recreation activity management system and updated the downtown camera program code of practice.
- Approved $7,895,136 for four fire apparatus from City View Specialty Vehicles
- Approved $362,731 for a decontamination pod from Advanced Containment Systems Inc
- Authorized negotiations with Applied Information Inc for fire department vehicle monitoring units
- Approved revised London Downtown Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Program Code of Practice
- Approved two additional five-year renewal periods for the PerfectMind recreation software agreement
- Authorized Deputy City Manager to execute Declaration of Compliance for Dearness Home Adult Day Program
- Approved delegation of authority for Municipal Contribution Agreements for affordable housing
- Forwarded Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee report to ESACAC
Planning and Environment Committee
The committee implemented a series of updates to Community Improvement Plans (CIPs), including modifying loan repayment schedules and suspending certain grant programs. It also approved a contract for an ESA Lands Asset Plan and granted a limited zoning extension for a downtown property.
- Approved $179,394 contract for North South Environmental Inc. for ESA Lands Asset Plan (Passed)
- Refused 3-year zoning extension for 221 Queens Avenue; approved 1-year extension instead (6-0)
- Approved implementation of 5-Year CIP and Financial Incentives Programs Review (Passed)
- Deleted Industrial Land Corridor Enhancement Grant Program from Industrial Land Uses CIP
- Suspended Property Tax Assistance Grant Program funding in next Multi-Year Budget
- Suspended Wharncliffe Road Corridor Sign Loan Program funding in 2024-2027 budget
- Continued several Residential Development Charges and Façade Improvement loan programs
- Directed Civic Administration to submit business cases for additional investments in the 2024-2027 budget
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee approved updated pricing for serviced industrial land across several parks. The committee also endorsed a new strategic advocacy framework and issued three community proclamations.
- Approved price increases for Innovation Park, Huron Industrial Park, and Trafalgar Industrial Park (5-0)
- Endorsed the 2023-2027 Strategic Advocacy Framework (5-0)
- Deferred declaring 652 Elizabeth Street as surplus pending a restrictive covenant release (5-0)
- Approved $300.00 expense request for Councillor S. Lewis for Canada Day advertisements (4-0)
- Proclaimed September 11-18, 2023 as Terry Fox Week
- Proclaimed August 2023 as Emancipation Month
- Proclaimed July 13 to 23, 2023 as Pride London Festival (Pride in London)
Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee
The Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee received progress reports on the Climate Emergency Action Plan 2022 and Stormwater Engineering Waterway Projects. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.
- Received Climate Emergency Action Plan 2022 Progress Report
- Received presentation on Stormwater Engineering Waterway Projects
- Received 6th Report of the Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee
- Received Municipal Council resolution regarding the 4th Report of the Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee
Council
Council approved the installation of nine new traffic signals and six pedestrian signals across the city. The body also introduced a new by-law to regulate the London Fire Department and authorized a single-source contract for bunker gear. Additionally, consulting fees for the Dingman Creek Pumping Station were increased by over $463,000.
- Approved installation of 9 traffic signals and 6 pedestrian signals
- Introduced by-law to continue and regulate the London Fire Department
- Authorized negotiations with Innotex Inc. for a single-source bunker gear contract
- Increased Stantec Consulting Limited fees for Dingman Creek Pumping Station by $463,025.15
- Directed submission of Housing Stability for All Plan 2022 Update to the Province
- Introduced amendments to the Traffic and Parking By-law
- Approved 9th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee (14-0)
- Approved 9th Report of the Civic Works Committee (13-0)
Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee
The committee voted to enter a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding interviews for the London Police Services Board of Directors. A motion to defer the consideration of the board appointment to June 20, 2023, was defeated.
- Motion to consider London Police Services Board appointment on June 20, 2023, failed (5-7)
- Approved closed session to discuss interviews for London Police Services Board of Directors (10-0)
Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee
The committee decided to forward a sub-committee report regarding a goldfish brochure to the Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee (ESACAC). ESACAC was requested to consider the report's recommendations, proposed language, and specific imagery. Other items were discussed or received as updates.
- Forwarded goldfish brochure report to Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee (ESACAC)
- Requested ESACAC consider goldfish brochure recommendations, language, and imagery
- Deferred Clear Your Gear status update to next meeting
Corporate Services Committee
The committee held a special meeting where the only substantive action was to enter a closed session. This session was convened to discuss labour relations and employee negotiations regarding one of the Corporation’s unions.
- Approved motion to convene in closed session for labour relations/employee negotiations (4-0)
Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee
The committee approved a single source contract for a supportive housing pilot project and directed staff to implement specific climate emergency actions. It also scheduled a shareholder meeting for the Housing Development Corporation and requested a business case for the Coves Silver Creek Restoration Project.
- Approved single source contract to Indwell Community Homes for 403 Thompson Road supportive housing pilot ($1.164M annual fee, $490k onboarding)
- Directed Civic Administration to provide bi-annual CEAP updates and develop a Net-Zero Emission Plan for Corporate Assets (11-2)
- Approved 2022 Annual General Meeting for Housing Development Corporation, London for June 20, 2023 (13-0)
- Approved business case for Coves Silver Creek Restoration Project (11-1)
- Denied business case for Invasive Species Management Plan (3-9)
- Denied business case for Climate Emergency Action Plan (3-9)
- Referred natural heritage lands strategy business case to Civic Administration for further scoping (11-1)
- Received Community Diversity and Inclusion Strategy progress report
Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Community Advisory Committee
The committee met on May 29, 2023, to receive previous reports and hold a general discussion. No substantive votes or policy changes were decided during the session.
- Noted receipt of the 4th Report of the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Community Advisory Committee
- Noted receipt of the Municipal Council Resolution regarding the 4th Report
- Held general discussion on the Sub-Committee for Potential Improvements to the Recruitment Process and Advisory Committee Appointments
- Noted receipt of the Diversity, Race Relation and Inclusivity Award Council Policy
Civic Works Committee
The Civic Works Committee approved several infrastructure projects, including a major road improvement contract and the installation of new traffic and pedestrian signals. The committee also authorized the expansion of the automated red light camera program and approved the final Connected and Automated Vehicle Plan.
- Awarded $9,996,424.25 Dingman Drive Improvements contract to Bre-Ex Construction Inc. (4-0)
- Approved $463,025.15 increase in engineering consulting fees for Stantec Consulting Limited (4-0)
- Approved installation of 9 new traffic signals and 6 new pedestrian signals (4-0)
- Awarded red light camera contract to Traffipax LLC through April 30, 2025 (4-0)
- Approved the final Connected and Automated Vehicle Plan (4-0)
- Directed administration to end the Downtown Bike Locker Pilot project phase (4-0)
- Denied amendment to investigate additional red light camera locations (2-2)
- Introduced amendments to Traffic and Parking By-law PS-114 for June 6 Council meeting (4-0)
Community and Protective Services Committee
The committee authorized a single-source contract for London Fire Department bunker gear and introduced a new establishing and regulating by-law. It also approved the 2022 update to the Housing Stability for All Plan for submission to the province.
- Approved single-source contract negotiations with Innotex Inc. for fire department bunker gear
- Approved introduction of London Fire Department Establishing and Regulating By-law to Municipal Council (5-0)
- Directed submission of Housing Stability for All Plan 2022 Update to Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
- Received 5th Report of the Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee
- Received 2022-2023 Winter Response Program Outcome Report
- Forwarded communication regarding Ethical AI Homelessness Tools to Civic Administration (5-0)
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee approved land expropriations for the East London Link and Wellington Gateway projects. The committee also directed staff to prepare an amending agreement and financing for Phase 1 of the Budweiser Gardens expansion.
- Approved land expropriation for East London Link Project Phase 3 (3-1)
- Approved land expropriation for Wellington Gateway Project Phase 3 and 4 (4-0)
- Directed staff to prepare amending agreement and financing for Budweiser Gardens Expansion Phase 1 (5-0)
- Proclaimed June 7, 2023, as Azerbaijan Democratic Republic (4-0)
- Referred Action Anxiety Day proclamation back to administration for local connection info (4-0)
- Received 2022 Annual Report on Development Charges Reserve Funds
- Received 2022 Parkland Reserve Fund Annual Financial Statement
- Endorsed administration's response to a closed meeting complaint (Ombudsman report)
Planning and Environment Committee
The Planning and Environment Committee approved several zoning amendments and a site plan for commercial buildings. The committee also expressed interest in a closed school site for affordable housing and parkland, and refused a heritage permit for a porch replacement.
- Refused heritage permit for porch replacement at 27 Bruce Street
- Expressed interest in 1040 Hamilton Road (former Fairmont Public School) for affordable housing and parkland
- Approved introducing by-law to exempt 1005, 1021, 1051, 1065, 1213 and 1221 Meadowlark Ridge from Part Lot Control
- Approved zoning and Official Plan amendments for 340-390 Saskatoon Street (4-0)
- Approved zoning amendment for 847-851 Wonderland Road South to permit medical/dental offices (4-0)
- Supported Site Plan Application for commercial building at 135 Villagewalk Boulevard (4-0)
- Approved introducing Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for additional residential units per Bill 23
- Directed Civic Administration to review the current five-bedroom limit for additional residential units