Niagara-on-the-Lake public meetings in 2022

Council Meeting

Council approved a $388,124 contract for a culvert replacement and authorized the demolition of a heritage property at 177 Byron Street. The body also established a Budget Review Committee and approved interim spending limits for 2023.

• Approved $388,124 contract to Anthony’s Excavating Central Inc. for Simcoe Street Culvert Replacement (8-0)
• Approved demolition of house and garage at 177 Byron Street subject to archaeological review and commemoration (8-0)
• Created a Budget Review Committee consisting of all nine Council members (8-0)
• Approved interim 2023 spending limit of 35% of prior year's expenditure budget (8-0)
• Approved composition of Municipal Accommodation Tax Committee (8-0)
• Approved reinstating Discretionary Grants program for 2023 and creating a three-Councillor review committee (8-0)
• Passed By-law No. 5468-22 for 2023 interim realty tax levy (8-0)
• Defeated motion to immediately commence recruitment for Tourism Strategy Committee (2-6)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session under Section 239(2)(e) of the Municipal Act to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality or local board relating to 61 Princess Street. The only other business is the adoption of the proceedings by-law and adjournment.

• Closed session on litigation regarding 61 Princess Street
• Proceedings By-law 5467-22

Council met for a special session and passed By-law No. 5467-22. The body also entered a closed session to discuss potential litigation regarding 61 Princess Street.

• Approved entering closed session regarding litigation for 61 Princess Street
• Approved rising from closed session with no report
• Passed By-law No. 5467-22

Information Package

This is an information package for the Niagara-on-the-Lake council meeting on December 15, 2022. The council is receiving updates and correspondence, including a media release about new plow tracking software, a resolution from Lanark County regarding violence against women, an opposition to Bill 23 from Marmora and Lake, and a proclamation request from Crime Stoppers. No decisions are being made; items are for information only.

• Media release: Niagara-on-the-Lake launches plow tracking software
• Lanark County resolution on violence against women and Renfrew inquest
• Municipality of Marmora and Lake opposition to Bill 23
• Niagara Regional Housing board elects officers
• Proclamation request from Crime Stoppers of Niagara

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on seven applications, including one legal non-conforming use, three minor variances, and three consents. The agenda also includes approval of the November 17, 2022 minutes and routine procedural items.

• Legal Non-Conforming Use Application LNCU-03-2021 – 3 Firelane 14A
• Minor Variance A-43/22 – 350 John Street West
• Minor Variance A-44/22 – 1238 Line 5 Road
• Minor Variance A-41/22 and Consent B-28/22 – 1635 Lakeshore Road
• Consent B-27/22 – 535 Simcoe Street and Consent B-29/22 – 646 Line 7 Road

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review three heritage permit applications for properties in Niagara-on-the-Lake, covering changes to a front step and driveway, signage, and shutters. They will also receive information reports on two other properties and discuss a new item. The meeting includes standard procedural items like adopting the agenda and approving previous minutes.

• 95 Johnson Street: heritage permit for front step replacement and rear driveway repaving
• 65 Queen Street: heritage permit for fascia and projecting signs
• 285 Simcoe Street: heritage permit to replace shutters on the Butler House
• 53 Queenston: delegated authority information report
• 42 Prideaux Street: delegated authority information report

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved recommendations to Council for three heritage permit applications involving property alterations and signage. One application included a recommendation for a restoration grant of up to $3,106.75.

• Recommended approval of heritage permit for front steps and rear driveway repaving at 95 Johnson Street
• Recommended approval of heritage permit for fascia and projecting signs at 65 Queen Street
• Recommended approval of heritage permit for shutter replacement at 285 Simcoe Street (Butler House)
• Recommended approval of Heritage Restoration & Improvement Grant up to $3,106.75 for 285 Simcoe Street
• Requested follow-up report from Town Staff regarding 246 Four Mile Creek Road

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session for member education and training provided by ADR Chambers Inc., followed by adoption of the proceedings by-law. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Closed session under Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(3.1) for training from ADR Chambers Inc.
• Proceedings By-law 5466-22 to be considered

Council approved the introduction and passage of By-law No. 5466-22. The body also entered and exited a closed session for training provided by ADR Chambers Inc.

• Approved Closed Session for training from ADR Chambers Inc.
• Approved By-law No. 5466-22 (passed first, second, and third time)
• Approved adjournment to the Committee of the Whole meeting

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider several consent agenda items, including the 2023 corporate insurance renewal, proposed indexing for cash-in-lieu of parking and development charges, the 2023 council meeting schedule, and appointments to council committees and boards. A delegation will also discuss planning fees. The agenda includes numerous information reports on topics like transit metrics, by-law enforcement, and road reconstruction.

• 2023 Corporate Insurance Renewal (CS-22-039)
• Proposed 2023 Cash-in-lieu of Parking Indexing (CS-22-040)
• Proposed 2023 Development Charges Indexing (CS-22-041)
• 2023 Council Meeting Schedule (CS-22-045)
• Delegation: Chuck McShane on Planning Fees

Information Package

This is an information package for the December 8, 2022 meeting. Council is receiving correspondence from other municipalities and agencies, including several items related to Bill 23 (housing legislation), NPCA board appointments, and various provincial notices. No decisions are being made; the items are for information only.

• Correspondence from Town of Aurora on York Region Official Plan modifications
• Letter from Town of Plympton-Wyoming to Minister Clark re: Bill 23
• NPCA Board Appointments Memo and November 2022 meeting highlights
• Ministry of Environment EA requirements for advanced recycling facilities
• Ontario Energy Board notice re: Enbridge Gas Inc.

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a brief agenda. The main item is a motion to enter closed session under the Municipal Act to receive training from Aird & Berlis LLP. The council will also adopt the agenda, declare conflicts of interest, consider a proceedings by-law, and adjourn.

• Closed session for training from Aird & Berlis LLP
• Proceedings By-law No. 5465-22

Council held a closed session for training provided by Aird & Berlis LLP. Following the session, Council approved the introduction and passage of By-law No. 5465-22.

• Approved entering Closed Session for training by Aird & Berlis LLP
• Approved rising from Closed Session
• Approved By-law No. 5465-22 (passed first, second, and third reading)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The main substantive item is a motion to enter closed session under the Municipal Act to receive training from StrategyCorp Inc. Council will also adopt the agenda, address conflicts of interest, consider a proceedings by-law, and adjourn.

• Closed session for training from StrategyCorp Inc. under Municipal Act 2001, Section 239(3.1)
• Consideration of Proceedings By-law No. 5464-22

Council held a special meeting to pass a proceedings by-law. The session included a closed session for training provided by StrategyCorp Inc. with no report issued.

• Passed Proceedings By-law No. 5464-22
• Entered and exited closed session for StrategyCorp Inc. training

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a largely procedural agenda. Council will adopt the agenda, declare conflicts of interest, and move into a closed session for training from Redbrick Communications under the Municipal Act. They will also consider adopting By-law No. 5463-22 regarding council proceedings, then adjourn.

• Closed session for training from Redbrick Communications under Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(3.1)
• Adoption of By-law No. 5463-22 (Council Proceedings)

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is meeting to review a draft plan of condominium for 1490 York Road, including site, landscape, and servicing plans. They will also discuss meeting dates for January and February. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Urban design review of draft plan of condominium at 1490 York Road (CDS-22-091)
• Discussion of meeting dates for January and February

The Committee provided a list of design recommendations for a 33-unit condominium project at 1490 York Rd. Members also discussed the status of the committee's Terms of Reference and the impact of Bill 23.

• Recommended design changes for 1490 York Rd, including modifying arched rooflines, removing shutters, and using horizontal siding
• Recommended updating the 1490 York Rd landscape plan to include plantings around dwellings and tree retention
• Recommended reviewing window sizes, color palettes, and railing styles for 1490 York Rd
• Noted for Council that 1490 York Rd is a 33-unit condominium presented as 3 single-family dwellings

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session for member training on the Procedural By-law and eScribe software. The only open item is adoption of the agenda and a by-law (No. 5462-22) related to council proceedings. No substantive decisions or public discussions are scheduled.

• Closed session under Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(3.1) for training on Procedural By-law and eScribe
• By-law No. 5462-22 regarding council proceedings

Information Package

This is an information package for the November 24, 2022 Council meeting, containing staff correspondence, committee minutes, and correspondence from other municipalities. The items are for information only, with no decisions or discussions scheduled. Key topics include responses to provincial housing legislation (Bill 23) and winter season preparations.

• Media release: donation of 2,500 reusable bags with fire safety tips
• Media release: winter season preparations
• Media release: new Director of Operations
• Correspondence from multiple municipalities on Bill 23 (More Homes Built Faster Act) and Strong Mayors Building Homes Act
• Committee of Adjustment minutes from October 20, 2022

Council Meeting

This is the inaugural meeting of the newly elected council. Members will be sworn in, a deputy mayor will be appointed, and by-laws for the deputy mayor appointment and council proceedings will be considered. The agenda is largely ceremonial, with no substantive policy or budget items.

• Declaration of office for Lord Mayor and Councillors
• Appointment of Deputy Lord Mayor Erwin Wiens (By-law No. 5460-22)
• Resolution for Committee of the Whole chair and vice-chair appointments (2022-2024)
• Proceedings By-law No. 5461-22
• Presenting retiring council members

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review six applications: minor variances and consents for properties including 2 Firelane 8, 5 Meritage Lane, 471 Line 1 Road, and 14 Highlander Street. The agenda includes multiple objections to the Highlander Street applications. The meeting is procedural, with no decisions listed in the agenda.

• Minor Variance A-26/22 at 2 Firelane 8
• Minor Variance A-42/22 at 5 Meritage Lane
• Consent B-24/22 at 471 Line 1 Road
• Minor Variance A-39/22 and A-40/22 at 14 Highlander Street (severed and retained)
• Consent B-26/22 at 14 Highlander Street

The Committee of Adjustment approved five minor variance applications and two consent applications for property developments. Decisions included requirements for new septic systems, road widening, and Urban Design Committee reviews for specific sites.

• Approved Minor Variance A-26/22 for 2 Firelane 8 with septic and planting conditions
• Approved Minor Variance A-42/22 for 5 Meritage Lane
• Approved Consent B-24/22 for 471 Line 1 Road with road widening and service conditions
• Approved Minor Variance A-39/22 for 14 Highlander Street (Severed)
• Approved Minor Variance A-40/22 for 14 Highlander Street (Retained)
• Approved Consent B-26/22 for 14 Highlander Street with Urban Design review condition
• Approved October 20, 2022 minutes as amended

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review heritage permit applications and related matters for five properties, including a demolition request. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and correspondence, plus a new business item on the McNab Church designation.

• 178 Victoria Street - Heritage Permit - Carport Removal (MHC-22-021, HER-024-2022)
• 240 King Street - Heritage Permit - repainting exterior trim, staining brick, exterior lighting, landscape (MHC-22-022, HER-026-2022)
• 226 Victoria Street - Tree Removal Under Property Standard By-law (MHC-22-023, HER-025-2022)
• 167 Regent Street - Heritage Permit - front porch enlargement, fence rebuilding, landscape plan (MHC-22-024, HER-027-2022)
• 177 Byron Street - Request for Demolition (MHC-22-025)

The Municipal Heritage Committee recommended two heritage permit applications to Council for approval. A demolition request for 177 Byron Street was not approved pending further information, and a staff report was requested regarding the McNab Church designation.

• Recommended approval to Council for repainting, staining, lighting, and landscaping at 240 King Street
• Recommended approval to Council for porch enlargement, fence rebuilding, and landscaping at 167 Regent Street
• Denied demolition request for 177 Byron Street pending more detailed commemoration info, archaeological assessment, and relocation comments
• Approved request for staff report on the viability of a cultural heritage landscape around McNab's old community and church

Information Package

This is an information package for the November 3, 2022 meeting, containing staff correspondence, committee minutes, and other municipal correspondence. No decisions are being made; items are for council's information only. Notable items include notices of complete applications for zoning by-law amendments at four properties, and media releases about the new fire chief and election results.

• Notice of complete application ZBA-14-2022, SP-07-2022 for 823 Line 6 Road (Big Head Winery)
• Notice of complete application ZBA-17-2022 for 1696 Niagara Stone Road
• Notice of complete application ZBA-18-2022 for 471 Line 1 Road
• Notice of complete application ZBA-21-2022 for 507 Butler Street
• Media release: Niagara-on-the-Lake to welcome new Fire Chief and Community Emergency Management Coordinator

Irrigation Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee is meeting by video conference to discuss routine business, including a pump status update, maintenance billing under the Drainage Act, meetings with provincial ministers, and an on-site visit to the Queenston Quarry Project. They will also consider new business on yearly confirmation to irrigate. The agenda is largely procedural with several operational updates.

• Pump status update
• Maintenance billing - PR 88 and the Drainage Act
• Meetings with Ministers of Agriculture, Infrastructure, and Energy
• On-site meeting at the Queenston Quarry Project
• Irrigation billing - yearly confirmation to irrigate

The committee received updates on pump winterization and maintenance needs at the Whirlpool Pump house. Staff reported that the Minister of Infrastructure agrees irrigation infrastructure should likely be included in federal and provincial funding. No formal votes were recorded for the business items discussed.

• Adopted agenda
• Approved previous minutes

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment will meet virtually on October 20, 2022, to hear seven applications for minor variances and consents. The agenda includes applications for properties on Line 8 Road, Mary Street, Niagara River Parkway, Vincent Avenue, and King Street. The committee will also consider an appeal related to a consent and two minor variances for 12 Lorraine Street.

• Minor variance A-35/22 at 1210 Line 8 Road
• Minor variance A-36/22 at 336 Mary Street
• Minor variance A-37/22 at 14389 Niagara River Parkway
• Minor variance A-38/22 at 32 Vincent Avenue (with 13 public correspondence items)
• Consent applications B-21/22, B-22/22, B-23/22 at 727, WS, and 733 King Street

The Committee of Adjustment approved all seven minor variance applications and three consent applications on the agenda. Decisions were unanimous for most items, with one member recused from three King Street properties. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved minor variance A-35/22 at 1210 Line 8 Road (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A-36/22 at 336 Mary Street (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A-37/22 at 14389 Niagara River Parkway with archaeological condition (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A-38/22 at 32 Vincent Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A-33/22 at 733 King Street (4-0, Bice recused)
• Approved minor variance A-34/22 for WS King Street with lot coverage condition (4-0, Bice recused)
• Approved consent applications B-21/22, B-22/22, B-23/22 for King Street properties with conditions (4-0, Bice recused)

Information Package

This is an information package for the Niagara-on-the-Lake Council meeting on October 13, 2022. It includes staff correspondence, committee minutes, and correspondence from other municipalities and agencies. No decisions are being made; items are for council's information.

• Funding received to begin Phase 2 of the Heritage Trail reconstruction
• Disc golf course opens at the Community Centre
• Notice of decision for ZBA-11-2022 at 535 Simcoe Street
• Notice of complete application for ZBA-16-2022 at 256 East and West Line
• Notice of complete application for 26CD-18-22-01 and ZBA-15-2022 at 1490 York Road

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council meets to consider a range of items including several by-laws, committee reports, and a closed session for legal matters. The agenda includes presentations from committees and staff, delegations on parking and a condominium extension, and a motion on the Glendale Secondary Plan update.

• By-law 4316EJ-22: Zoning amendment for 535 Simcoe Street
• By-law 5456-22: Second Mile condominium agreement (Niagara Stone Road)
• By-law 5457-22: Paxton Lane stormwater pond land acquisition
• By-law 5458-22: Line 1 Road servicing agreement
• Closed session on litigation re: 7 Vincent Street and Ombudsman investigation

Council approved several development-related items, including a condominium agreement and site plan for the Second Mile project on Niagara Stone Road, an extension for the draft plan of vacant land condominium at 46 Paxton Lane, and a procurement process for the Queen & Mississagua project. Multiple by-laws were also passed, covering zoning amendments, part lot control, and site plans. A motion to reduce the Riverbeach parking lot size was defeated.

• Approved Second Mile condominium agreement and site plan on Niagara Stone Road
• Approved extension of draft plan approval for 46 Paxton Lane condominium
• Approved procurement process for Queen & Mississagua project
• Approved by-law for zoning amendment at 535 Simcoe Street
• Approved by-laws for part lot control on Paxton Lane and Paradise Grove
• Approved by-law for Village Centre site plans SP-07-2021 and SP-08-2021
• Approved by-law for Second Mile condominium agreement
• Defeated motion to reduce Riverbeach parking lot to minimum allowable size

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole - General is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including site plan approvals for 111 Garrison Village Drive, encroachment and sanitary sewer agreements, and presentations from various committees. The agenda also includes a closed session regarding litigation at 323 Victoria Street. Most items are routine or informational, with no major policy changes or budget decisions listed.

• Site plan approval applications for 111 Garrison Village Drive (SP-07-2021 & SP-08-2021)
• Encroachment agreement for 35 Delater Street (OPS-22-048)
• Sanitary sewer extension agreement for 419 Line 1 Road (OPS-22-050)
• Closed session on litigation related to 323 Victoria Street
• Presentations from Customer Experience & Technology, Community Wellness, and Grinder Pump committees

Council defeated a motion to continue an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal regarding 323 Victoria Street, with a 4-4 tie vote. Several consent agenda items were approved, including an encroachment agreement at 35 Delater Street, a sanitary sewer extension at 419 Line 1 Road, and site plan approvals for 111 Garrison Village Drive. Presentations were heard from the Customer Experience & Technology, Community Wellness, and Grinder Pump committees.

• Defeated motion to continue Ontario Land Tribunal appeal for 323 Victoria Street (4-4)
• Approved 35 Delater Street encroachment agreement
• Approved 419 Line 1 Road sanitary sewer extension agreement
• Approved 111 Garrison Village Drive site plan approval applications
• Approved information report on Line 3 Road reconstruction and watermain installation
• Approved consent agenda items 8.1, 8.2, and 8.3

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear seven applications for minor variances and consents at properties across Niagara-on-the-Lake. The committee will also approve minutes from its August 18, 2022 meeting. Public correspondence objecting to two of the applications is included in the agenda.

• Minor Variance A-21/22 at 64 Kenmir Avenue
• Minor Variance A-31/22 at 1197 Line 7 Road
• Minor Variance A-32/22 at 14785 Niagara River Parkway, with objection letter from Frank Wynia
• Consent B-20/22 at 421 Johnson Street
• Minor Variances A-27/22 & A-28/22 and Consent B-19/22 at 12 Lorraine Street, with correspondence from Ruth Anne Schriefer and neighbours

The Committee of Adjustment approved four of six applications, including minor variances at 64 Kenmir Avenue, 1197 Line 7 Road, and 14785 Niagara River Parkway, and a consent application at 421 Johnson Street. Two applications for 12 Lorraine Street were refused (minor variance) and approved (consent, subject to conditions). All decisions were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved minor variance A-21/22 at 64 Kenmir Avenue (3-0)
• Approved minor variance A-31/22 at 1197 Line 7 Road (3-0)
• Approved minor variance A-32/22 at 14785 Niagara River Parkway with conditions (3-0)
• Approved consent B-20/22 at 421 Johnson Street (3-0)
• Refused minor variance A-27/22 & A-28/22 at 12 Lorraine Street (3-0)
• Approved consent B-19/22 at 12 Lorraine Street subject to conditions (3-0)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review and potentially vote on heritage-related matters for six properties, including 124 Queen Street, 129 Johnson Street, 289 Ricardo Street, 14785 Niagara River Parkway, 144 John Street East, and a resolution for 329 Victoria Street. The agenda also includes a presentation to Council scheduled for September 26, 2022, and a heritage training summary report. No specific recommendations or decisions are detailed in the agenda text.

• 124 Queen Street (MHC-22-020)
• 129 Johnson Street (MHC-22-016)
• 289 Ricardo Street (MHC-22-015)
• 14785 Niagara River Parkway (MHC-22-017)
• 144 John Street East (MHC-22-018)

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved six heritage permit applications for properties including 124 Queen Street, 129 Johnson Street, 289 Ricardo Street, 14785 Niagara River Parkway, and 144 John Street East. The committee also decided not to recommend designating 323 Victoria Street under the Ontario Heritage Act, citing a lack of detailed historical information and a need for a strategic approach to new designations.

• Approved heritage permit for kitchen exhaust and mechanical equipment roof platform at 124 Queen Street
• Approved heritage permit for window replacement and exterior repainting at 129 Johnson Street
• Approved heritage permit for second-floor addition at 289 Ricardo Street
• Approved heritage permit for relocation of stone structure at 14785 Niagara River Parkway
• Approved heritage permit for repair and restoration of perimeter wall at 144 John Street East
• Did not recommend designating 323 Victoria Street under the Ontario Heritage Act

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - General is meeting to discuss planning and operational items. They will hold a public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment at 287 King Street, receive updates on an environmental spill and committee presentations, and consider consent agenda items including a telecommunications tower, zoning amendments, and part lot control exemptions.

• Public meeting for ZBA-13-2022 at 287 King Street
• Update on environmental spill in Cole Municipal Drain
• Telecommunications tower at 7 Niagara Stone Road (File TEL-01-2022)
• Zoning by-law amendment at 535 Simcoe Street & 215 Anne Street (ZBA-11-2022)
• Part lot control exemptions for Paxton Lane and Paradise Grove

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee is meeting to discuss a request from Queenston Quarry for irrigation water, along with a pump status update and a presentation to Council on committee accomplishments. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting the agenda, approving previous minutes, and addressing conflicts of interest.

• Queenston Quarry Request for Irrigation Water
• Pump Status Update
• Presentation to Council on Committee Accomplishments
• Previous Minutes from August 3, 2022

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting with standard procedural items: call to order, agenda adoption, conflict of interest declarations, and approval of previous minutes. The main substantive item is an end-of-term presentation under business, with no other decisions or discussions listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 4, 2022
• End of Term Presentation

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is meeting to discuss its Terms of Reference and to reflect on recommendations for the committee's future work. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific project or decision items listed.

• Discuss Urban Design Committee Terms of Reference
• Reflection and Recommendations for Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee met on August 30, 2022, but made no substantive decisions. The agenda was amended to reverse the order of two discussion items. The committee discussed seven questions about its future and agreed to compile suggestions on the Terms of Reference for the next meeting.

• Agenda amended to reverse items 8.1 and 8.2
• Discussed seven questions on committee recommendations (no vote)
• Terms of Reference review to be compiled and presented at next meeting (no vote)

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council meets to adopt several by-laws, including zoning changes and lease agreements, and to hold closed sessions on litigation regarding 61 Princess Street and confidential information about water ferry services. The agenda also includes a tree appeal, presentations, delegations, and reports on various municipal matters.

• By-law 4316DH(2)-22: ZBA for 129 Johnson Street
• By-law 500YA-22: ZBA for 569 Niagara Stone Road
• By-law 500YB-22: ZBA for Stewart Road (Lactalis)
• By-law 5446-22: Niagara Nursery School debenture
• By-law 5447-22: Lease for 99 River Beach Drive; By-law 5448-22: Lease for 26 Queen Street (Shaw Festival Theatre)

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole - General is holding public meetings and considering zoning by-law amendments for properties at 411 Victoria Street, 535 Simcoe Street, 129 Johnson Street, 569 Niagara Stone Road, and Stewart Road & Carlton Street. It will also discuss a debenture for the Niagara Nursery School and receive information reports on transit, by-law enforcement, and the Official Plan. Several delegations are scheduled regarding the Johnson Street and Stewart Road/Carlton Street applications.

• Public meetings for zoning amendments at 411 Victoria Street (ZBA-05-2022) and 535 Simcoe Street (ZBA-11-2022)
• Consent agenda includes recommendation reports for 129 Johnson Street (ZBA-10-2020), 569 Niagara Stone Road (ZBA-09-2021), and Stewart Road/Carlton Street (ZBA-09-2022 & ZBA-10-2022)
• Niagara Nursery School debenture (CS-22-029) on consent agenda
• Closed session items: solicitor-client privilege re 9 Dee Road and negotiations re 26 Queen Street
• Information reports on OnDemand Transit metrics, by-law enforcement metrics, and Parks By-law survey results

The Committee of the Whole approved zoning by-law amendments for 129 Johnson Street (6-2) and 569 Niagara Stone Road, and endorsed resolutions on cross-border travel and physician shortages. Several information reports were received, and a consultant was authorized to assist in drafting a short-term rental by-law.

• Approved zoning by-law amendment for 129 Johnson Street (6-2)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for 569 Niagara Stone Road
• Approved zoning by-law amendments for Stewart Road & Carlton Street
• Endorsed resolution requesting ArriveCAN be made optional for cross-border travel
• Endorsed resolution addressing physician shortages in Ontario
• Approved declaration of Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day on October 18, 2022
• Approved seeking consultant to assist in writing a short-term rental by-law
• Approved sending letter to province supporting Niagara Region Official Plan densities

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting includes a presentation of the 2021 Audit Findings Report and Financial Statements by KPMG, followed by a report on the same. The council will also hold closed sessions for legal advice on specific properties and consider a proceedings by-law.

• Audit Findings Report & 2021 Financial Statements presented by KPMG
• Closed session regarding 144 & 176 John Street, 200 John Street East, and 588 Charlotte Street
• Closed session regarding 27 Prideaux Street
• By-law No. 5445-22 (Council Proceedings)
• Information packages: Canada Summer Games, 13 for 13 Cultural Festival funding, Council Chambers reopening, Peach Festival

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment approved all eight applications before it, including minor variances at 32 Cross Street, ES Four Mile Creek Road, 12 Firelane 6A, 1627 Niagara Stone Road, and ES Niagara Stone Road, as well as consent applications for boundary adjustments at 1627 Niagara Stone Road, 909 Line 3 Road, and 551 Butler Street. All approvals were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minor variance A-17/22 at 32 Cross Street (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A-29/22 at ES Four Mile Creek Road (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A-30/22 at 12 Firelane 6A with conditions including archaeological assessment and landscape plan (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A-24/22 at 1627 Niagara Stone Road subject to consent applications for shared driveway easement (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A-25/22 at ES Niagara Stone Road subject to consent applications for shared driveway easement (5-0)
• Approved consent applications B-17/22 and B-18/22 for easements at 1627 and ES Niagara Stone Road (5-0)
• Approved consent application B-10/22 for boundary adjustment at 909 Line 3 Road (5-0)
• Approved consent applications B-11/22 through B-15/22 for boundary adjustments at 551 Butler Street and Bay Berry Lane (5-0)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a short agenda: call to order, agenda adoption, conflict of interest declarations, a closed session under Section 239(2)(b) for personal matters about an identifiable individual (including municipal or local board employees), and adoption of By-law No. 5444-22 on council proceedings. No substantive decisions or public discussions are listed beyond these procedural items.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) for personal matters about an identifiable individual
• By-law No. 5444-22 Council Proceedings August 12.22

Communities in Bloom Committee

The Communities in Bloom Committee is meeting to discuss routine business items including the Garden of the Week program, a Garden Heroes celebration, Year of the Garden videos, the St. David's Pollinator Garden, greenhouses at NRNC, HydroBox paintings and voting, a community garden, the Heritage Garden at the Fort, and a presentation to Council on September 26. The agenda also includes accepting the June 8, 2022 minutes and noting the resignation of Nicole Cripps. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion.

• Resignation of Nicole Cripps
• Garden of the Week program
• Garden Heroes Celebration
• St David's Pollinator Garden
• CIB presentation to Council on Sep 26th

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss its terms of reference, reflect on the past four years, and brainstorm future strategic priorities. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Discuss Municipal Heritage Committee Terms of Reference
• Reflection on the last four years
• Future strategic priority brainstorm

The Municipal Heritage Committee discussed its Terms of Reference and reflected on the past four years, agreeing that its mandate was not fully achieved. Members proposed changes such as streamlining heritage permit reviews and focusing on strategic priorities like adding buildings to the registry. No formal decisions were made; the committee will brainstorm strategic planning items for the September 13, 2022 meeting.

• Agenda approved as presented
• July 12, 2022 minutes received
• Action: Kirsten to share Terms of Reference
• Action: Committee to brainstorm strategic planning items for September 13, 2022 meeting

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative items including adoption of the agenda, previous minutes from July 12, 2022, and conflict of interest declarations. Business items include a finance update, grants, a fun run update, and trail trimming. The agenda is largely procedural with no detailed proposals or decisions listed.

• Finance update
• Grants
• Fun Run update
• Trail trimming

Irrigation Committee

This agenda for the Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee meeting on August 3, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session to receive solicitor-client privileged advice regarding 468 Dorchester Street. The only other business is adopting the proceedings by-law for the meeting.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) for solicitor-client privilege regarding 468 Dorchester Street
• Adoption of By-law No. 5443-22 (Council Proceedings July 28, 2022)

Open House

This is an open house public session where residents can learn about three proposed zoning by-law amendments at 287 King Street, 411 Victoria Street, and 535 Simcoe Street. No decisions are being made; it is an informational session.

• ZBA-13-2022: 287 King Street zoning by-law amendment
• ZBA-05-2022: 411 Victoria Street zoning by-law amendment
• ZBA-11-2022: 535 Simcoe Street zoning by-law amendment

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to review several financial reports, including the 2021 capital project closure report, development charges reserve fund statement, operating and capital budget variances to June 2022, and the 2021 year-end surplus. They will also discuss a 2022 parking update, a community centre parking lot discussion, and a brownfield tax assistance incentive funding request forwarded from Council.

• 2021 Capital Project Closure Report (CS-22-022) with variance schedules
• Development Charges Reserve Fund Statement (CS-22-023) for 2021
• Operating and Capital Budget Variances to June Month End 2022 (CS-22-025)
• 2021 Year End Surplus (CS-22-024)
• Brownfield Tax Assistance Incentive Funding Request (CLK-C 2022-075 PDS 15-2022)

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council is meeting to consider several by-laws and motions, including zoning changes for properties on Concession 1 and 2 Roads and Four Mile Creek Road, a motion on declaring a state of emergency for mental health, homelessness, and addiction, and a motion on liability insurance for volunteer firefighters. The agenda also includes closed-session items on legal advice for specific properties and personal matters, plus routine approvals of minutes and information reports.

• By-law 5440-22: Lottery Licensing Officers
• By-law 5441-22: Site Plan Agreement for 1579 Four Mile Creek Road
• By-law 500XY-22: Zoning By-law Amendment for 786 Concession 1 Road
• By-law 500XZ-22: Zoning By-law Amendment for 1214 Concession 2 Road
• Motion: State of Emergency on Mental Health, Homelessness & Addiction

Council approved a motion directing staff to explore implementing a Community Benefit Charge for high-density developments, with an update due during the 2023 budget process. Council also unanimously supported resolutions requesting Niagara Region declare a state of emergency on mental health, homelessness, and addiction. Several by-laws were passed, including zoning amendments and a site plan approval, and staff were directed to proceed with a rainbow crosswalk project at Niagara Stone Road and Anderson Lane.

• Approved motion to explore Community Benefit Charge for high-density development (8-0)
• Approved support for Niagara Region state of emergency on mental health, homelessness & addiction (8-0)
• Approved By-law 5440-22 (Lottery Licensing Officer)
• Approved By-law 5441-22 (SPA 1579 Four Mile Creek Road)
• Approved By-law 500XY-22 (ZBA 1214 Concession 2 Road)
• Approved By-law 4316EH-22 (ZBA 1579 Four Mile Creek Road)
• Approved By-law 500XZ-22 (ZBA 786 Concession 1 Road)
• Approved directing staff to implement rainbow crosswalk at Niagara Stone Road and Anderson Lane

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear three applications: a minor variance at 7 Vincent Avenue, a consent application at 419 Line 1 Road, and five consent applications at 551 Butler Street and Bay Berry Lane. The agenda includes multiple written objections to the 7 Vincent Avenue application. The committee will also approve minutes from its June 16, 2022 meeting.

• Minor Variance Application A-18/22 – 7 Vincent Avenue, CDS-22-048
• Consent Application B-16/22 – 419 Line 1 Road, CDS-22-049
• Consent Applications B-11/22 through B-15/22 – 551 Butler Street and Bay Berry Lane, CDS-22-046
• 13 written objections to the 7 Vincent Avenue application
• Approval of June 16, 2022 minutes

The Committee of Adjustment denied a minor variance for 7 Vincent Avenue, approved a consent application for 419 Line 1 Road with conditions, and deferred five consent applications for 551 Butler Street and Bay Berry Lane pending further investigation. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Minor Variance A-18/22 at 7 Vincent Avenue denied (motion defeated)
• Consent B-16/22 at 419 Line 1 Road approved with conditions
• Consent applications B-11/22 to B-15/22 at 551 Butler Street and Bay Berry Lane deferred
• Minutes of June 16, 2022 approved

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole - General is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a delegation about a tree deposit, a liquor sales licence application for AMO Wines, and a consent agenda with reports on community risk assessment and other operational matters. The agenda also includes a closed session for negotiations and personal matters, and numerous information reports and correspondence from other municipalities.

• Delegation by Lillian Forsyth regarding a tree deposit
• Application by AMO Wines for a Manufacturer's Limited Liquor Sales Licence (sale by the glass) at 348 Concession 6 Road
• Community Risk Assessment report (FES-22-006)
• Information reports on traffic data and speed minders, consultant appointments, pickleball opportunities, and OnDemand transit metrics
• Correspondence from other municipalities on topics including Bill 109, Keira's Law, rental bidding wars, Russian sanctions, and AMBER Alert changes

Council approved a revised lease agreement for 99 Riverbeach Drive, extending the lease by two years to January 31, 2025, with a one-year renewal option for both parties, and directed staff to report on capital costs. The motion passed 6-2. Council also approved the Community Risk Assessment with an amendment to change the major incident risk factor for Niagara tender fruit from unlikely to possible, and approved an application from AMO Wines for a Manufacturer's Limited Liquor Sales Licence. Additionally, staff were directed to release a $6,000 tree deposit surety to Lillian Forsyth.

• Approved revised lease for 99 Riverbeach Drive, extending to Jan 31, 2025 with one-year renewal option (6-2)
• Approved Community Risk Assessment (FES-22-006) with amendment changing Niagara tender fruit risk factor to possible
• Approved AMO Wines application for Manufacturer's Limited Liquor Sales Licence (sale by the glass)
• Directed staff to release $6,000 tree deposit surety to Lillian Forsyth
• Received information reports and packages as listed

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting by video conference to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda, approving previous minutes, and addressing correspondence. The main substantive item is a heritage permit and grant application for 343 Queenston Street, with supporting quotes and the property's designation by-law attached.

• Heritage permit application HIP-04-2022 for 343 Queenston Street
• Heritage grant application with two quotes attached
• Designation By-law 1605-85 for 343 Queenston Road
• Approval of June 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Municipal Heritage Committee recommended Council approve a heritage permit and a restoration grant for the Durham-Slingerland House at 343 Queenston Road. The committee also approved requests for a heritage training workshop and staff update reports on three properties. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of heritage permit HER-014-2022 for exterior woodwork repair/repainting at 343 Queenston Road
• Recommended approval of heritage grant HIP-04-2022 with up to $2,457.75 in town funding plus matching regional funding
• Approved request for a heritage training workshop to review committee structure and operations
• Approved request for staff update reports on 46 Paxton Lane, 177 Byron Street, and 135 Queen Street

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss several business items, including a fun run/walk, the Transportation Master Plan, and the transition of committees to a new term of Council in the fall. The agenda is largely procedural, with no detailed reports or attachments provided.

• Discussion of fun run/walk event
• Transportation Master Plan update
• Transition of committees to new Council term in fall

The committee approved the agenda and previous minutes, and discussed plans for a fun run/walk event, including sponsorship by The Lake Report and volunteer recruitment. Members were encouraged to review the Transportation Master Plan and provide feedback. The committee also discussed applying for continuation into the new council term.

• Approved agenda as amended
• Approved minutes from June 14, 2022
• Discussed fun run/walk event, with advertising in late August and The Lake Report as sponsor
• Encouraged committee and public to review Transportation Master Plan (30-day feedback period)
• Discussed transition to new council term; members to apply for continuation

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting of Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, held on July 11, 2022. The agenda includes appointing a Town Clerk and two Deputy Clerks via By-law No. 5438-22, and confirming the meeting's proceedings via By-law No. 5439-22. The meeting is largely procedural, with no substantive policy or financial decisions listed.

• By-law No. 5438-22 to appoint a Town Clerk and two Deputy Clerks, rescinding By-law No. 4382-22
• By-law No. 5439-22 to confirm the proceedings of the July 11, 2022 council meeting

Council approved By-law No. 5438-22 to appoint a Town Clerk and two Deputy Clerks, rescinding the previous by-law. The meeting also adopted the agenda, confirmed proceedings, and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved By-law No. 5438-22 appointing Town Clerk and two Deputy Clerks
• Approved By-law No. 5439-22 confirming proceedings of the meeting
• Adopted the agenda
• Adjourned the meeting

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole approved zoning by-law amendments for 1214 Concession 2 Road and 786 Concession 1 Road, forwarding them to Council for adoption. It also voted 5-3 to appeal the Committee of Adjustment's decision on 323 Victoria Street and direct staff to retain a land use planner to defend the appeal. The meeting included public delegations on these matters and updates from the CAO.

• Approved zoning amendment for 1214 Concession 2 Road (ZBA-08-2022)
• Approved zoning amendment for 786 Concession 1 Road (ZBA-06-2022)
• Approved appeal of Committee of Adjustment decision for 323 Victoria Street (5-3)
• Directed staff to retain a qualified land use planner for the appeal

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider a property standards appeal regarding the perimeter stone wall at 144 and 176 John Street East, with a report and correspondence attached. The agenda also includes approval of the January 25, 2022 minutes. No other substantive items are listed.

• Property standards appeal for 144 and 176 John Street East (PSOA-01/21 and PSOA-02/21)
• Randwood Estate Perimeter Stone Wall report update (CS-22-018)
• Conservation plan and structural engineer update letter attached
• Correspondence from Catherine A. Lyons dated June 28, 2022
• Approval of January 25, 2022 minutes

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss solicitor-client privileged advice regarding 963 Queenston Road and 35 Delater Street. The only open business is a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings. No other decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) regarding 963 Queenston Road
• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) regarding 35 Delater Street
• By-law 5437-22 to confirm proceedings of June 24, 2022 council meeting

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including a legal update on the OPG siphon, an update on Eastchester/ABL, and a Whirlpool VFD motor item. The agenda also includes a presentation on committee selection and terms of reference by Town Clerk Ralph Walton. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion or update.

• OPG Siphon Legal Update
• Eastchester/ABL Update
• Whirlpool VFD Motor
• Presentation by Town Clerk Ralph Walton on Committee Selection and Terms of Reference
• Adoption of previous minutes from May 18th

The Irrigation Committee received updates on the OPG Siphon legal agreement, the Eastchester/ABL expansion project, and a refurbished variable-speed motor. No formal decisions were made; the committee discussed progress and next steps, including a July 25 deadline for a report to Council.

• Accepted agenda and previous minutes (May 18) as moved and seconded
• Noted July 25 deadline for progress report to Council
• Discussed OPG Siphon legal update; agreement expected before next meeting
• Discussed Eastchester/ABL expansion; water conveyance along Niagara Stone Road planned
• Noted refurbished Whirlpool VFD motor stored at Public Works (cost ~$6,200)
• Discussed metering options for private pumps with Badger Metering and ABB

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting is dedicated to Niagara-on-the-Lake Energy Inc.'s annual general meeting, including a presentation from its president and board chair, review of 2021 financial statements, and resolutions regarding the AGM, financial statements, and board of directors. Council will also consider passing By-law 5430-22 to confirm the proceedings of this special meeting.

• Presentation by Tim Curtis, President, and Jim Ryan, Chair of the Board, on NOTL Energy Inc. 2022 Annual General Meeting
• Review of NOTL Energy Inc. 2021 Financial Statements
• Resolution regarding NOTL Energy Inc. Annual General Meeting - June 20, 2022
• Resolution regarding NOTL Energy Inc. 2021 Financial Statements
• Resolution regarding NOTL Energy Inc. Board of Directors

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting focused on a heritage training session, including a presentation titled NOTL_PPPresentation_Final_Council_15June2022.pdf. The agenda includes welcome, presentations, discussion, and adjournment, with no other substantive items listed.

• Heritage training session
• Presentation: NOTL_PPPresentation_Final_Council_15June2022.pdf

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council meets June 20, 2022, to decide on several by-laws including zoning amendments, a municipal accommodation tax, and a caleche (horse-drawn carriage) licence. The agenda also includes delegations on the Virgil Beautification Project and Canada Post services, plus reports and motions on the Niagara Health System and Bill 124.

• Municipal Accommodation Tax by-law (CS-22-019) with draft by-law and governance group report
• Caleche licence to operate (OPS-22-022) with terms of reference and map of King and Queen St location
• Zoning by-law amendments for 1091 Line 4 Road and 419 Line 1 Road
• Noise by-law amendment (4588B-22) to exempt Town-owned recreational facilities
• Irvine Road Municipal Drain construction contract with CRL Campbell Construction and Drainage Limited

Council approved the implementation of a Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) starting July 1, 2022, with revenues split 50/50 with the local Destination Marketing Organization, and approved five Licences to Occupy Town Land for Caleche operators. Council also approved a motion to develop an advocacy plan for the return of a nurse practitioner position funded by the Niagara Health System, and defeated a motion urging the province to repeal Bill 124.

• Approved Municipal Accommodation Tax by-law (CS-22-019) (unanimous)
• Approved five Licences to Occupy Town Land for Caleche operators (OPS-22-022) (9-0)
• Approved motion to develop advocacy plan for nurse practitioner return (unanimous)
• Defeated motion urging repeal of Bill 124 (vote not recorded)
• Approved Pedal Pub route timeline until December 31, 2022 (6-3)
• Approved tax refund applications 2021-0005, 2021-0006, 2021-0008, 2021-0009 (unanimous)
• Approved staff report on alternative pickleball court uses and locations (unanimous)
• Approved direction to include flat roofs in zoning review (unanimous)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several property applications, including minor variances for 1339 Lakeshore Road and 323 Victoria Street. The meeting also includes discussions on fence variances and consent applications for 447-455 Stewart Road.

• Minor Variance Application A-19/22 at 1339 Lakeshore Road
• Minor Variance Application A-20/22 at 323 Victoria Street, including multiple resident objections
• Minor Variance and Fence Variance applications for 111 Garrison Village Drive
• Legal Non-Conforming Use Application LNCU-03/21 at 3 Firelane 14A
• Consent Applications B-05/22 through B-08/22 for 447-455 Stewart Road

The Committee of Adjustment approved several minor variance, fence variance, and consent applications, including those at 111 Garrison Village Drive and 447-455 Stewart Road. Two applications were deferred: 64 Kenmir Avenue (A-21/22) and 3 Firelane 14A (LNCU-03/21). At 323 Victoria Street, a request for 43% lot coverage was defeated, but a revised 38% coverage was approved with conditions.

• Approved minor variance A-19/22 at 1339 Lakeshore Road (unanimous)
• Defeated 43% lot coverage at 323 Victoria Street (unanimous)
• Approved 38% lot coverage at 323 Victoria Street with archaeological condition (3-2)
• Defeated 7.0m driveway width at 323 Victoria Street (unanimous)
• Approved minor variances A-22/22 and A-23/22 at 111 Garrison Village Drive (unanimous)
• Approved fence variances FV-03/22 and FV-04/22 at 111 Garrison Village Drive (unanimous)
• Approved consent applications B-05/22 through B-09/22 at 447-455 Stewart Road (unanimous)
• Deferred minor variance A-21/22 at 64 Kenmir Avenue and LNCU-03/21 at 3 Firelane 14A

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to consider heritage permits and grant applications for three properties: 66 Prideaux Street, 129 Victoria Street, and 240 Centre Street. The committee will also receive correspondence about salvaged timbers at 135 Queen Street and the Ordnance Boundary Stones Project, and will adopt minutes from the April 12, 2022 meeting.

• Heritage permit and grant application for 66 Prideaux Street (MHC-22-012, HIP-03-2022)
• Heritage permit and grant application for 129 Victoria Street (MHC-22-011, HER-012-2022)
• Heritage permit and grant application for 240 Centre Street (MHC-22-010, HER-011-2022)
• Correspondence on salvaged and stored timbers at 135 Queen Street
• Correspondence on Ordnance Boundary Stones Project

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved heritage permits and restoration grants for three properties: 66 Prideaux Street (window replacement), 129 Victoria Street (stucco repair), and 240 Centre Street (staircase reconstruction). Each approval included conditions, such as matching trim, grant limits, and director oversight. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved heritage permit and grant for window replacement at 66 Prideaux Street, with conditions on trim and window type
• Approved heritage permit and grant for stucco repair at 129 Victoria Street, with up to $4,687.50 town funding
• Approved amended heritage permit and grant for staircase reconstruction at 240 Centre Street, with up to $5,000 town funding and conditions on quotes

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is meeting to discuss several business items, including a finance update and grant applications. The committee will also review reports regarding a fun run/walk and a pollinator garden at Paffard.

• Finance update
• Fun run/walk report
• Grant applications
• Pollinator garden at Paffard

The committee approved proceeding with an archeological assessment estimated at $4,470 for the East West Line to Line 3 section. Fundraising has raised $18,000, with $5,000 in the operating budget. The committee also noted the upcoming Fun Run/Walk on Sept 24th and a grant application to the Ontario Trillium Fund.

• Approved archeological assessment cost estimate of $4,470 (moved by Rick Coyne)
• Adopted agenda as amended
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several municipal items, including construction contract awards for the Irvine Road Municipal Drain and contractor approval for the Queen and Mississagua Entrance Project. The meeting also includes discussions on transit service metrics and various community delegations.

• Construction contract award for Irvine Road Municipal Drain (OPS-22-019)
• Contractor approval for Queen and Mississagua Entrance Project (OPS-22-024)
• Encroachment Agreement for 409 Mississagua Street (OPS-22-017)
• Revised route request for Pedal Pub 2022/23 (OPS-22-021)
• April 2022 OnDemand Transit metrics report (OPS-22-020)

Open House

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is holding a public input session for Rand Electronic. The meeting includes an information report, a presentation, and a period for public input.

• Rand Public Input Session Info Report - CDS-22-029

Communities in Bloom Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss several ongoing horticultural initiatives and project updates. Items on the agenda include discussions regarding hydro box paintings, community gardens, and a budget update.

• Hydro Box Paintings project review
• St David’s Pollinator Garden at the school
• Greenhouse at the Native Centre
• Budget Update
• Heritage garden at the Fort

The Communities in Bloom Committee approved two funding requests: $118.92 for a gutter garden at a community garden and $500 to support hydro box paintings. They also selected J.B. Hopkins as the Garden Hero and discussed several upcoming events and partnerships, including a pollinator garden and greenhouse project.

• Approved $118.92 for gutter garden from CIB funds
• Approved $500 to support hydro box paintings
• Selected J.B. Hopkins as Garden Hero (unanimous)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The agenda contains only procedural items for the committee session. No specific heritage projects, properties, or motions are listed for discussion.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is meeting to finalize its report to Council, summarize completed work, and review the status of a crosswalk and benches. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new decisions or public hearings listed.

• Committee final report to Council
• Summary discussion of work completed
• Status of crosswalk and benches

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee agreed to submit a final report to Council at the July meeting and directed co-chairs to prepare it. They also recommended Council appoint 7-9 members for the next term with DEI experience. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved directing co-chairs to prepare comprehensive final report to Council (moved by Kiera Sangster)
• Approved recommending Council appoint 7-9 members for next term with DEI experience (moved by Jamie Knight)
• Agreed to submit final report to Council at July meeting

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - General is meeting to discuss planning matters, including public meetings for zoning by-law amendments at 786 Concession 1 Road and 1214 Concession 2 Road. It will also consider consent agenda items for zoning amendments at 1091 Line 4 Road and 419 Line 1 Road, and receive a delegation from David Pritchard of the Caribbean Workers Outreach Project. A closed session is scheduled for solicitor-client privileged advice regarding properties on John and Charlotte Streets.

• Public meeting: 786 Concession 1 Road zoning by-law amendment
• Public meeting: 1214 Concession 2 Road zoning by-law amendment (ZBA-08-2022)
• Consent agenda: 1091 Line 4 Road zoning by-law amendment (ZBA-04-2022)
• Consent agenda: 419 Line 1 Road zoning by-law amendment (ZBA-01-2022)
• Closed session re 144 & 176 John Street, 200 John Street East, 588 Charlotte Street

The Committee of the Whole approved zoning by-law amendments for 1091 Line 4 Road and 419 Line 1 Road, forwarding draft amendments to Council for adoption. Council also approved fee relief for a Caribbean Workers Outreach Project event and consented to a regional waterpipe smoking by-law. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved zoning amendment for 1091 Line 4 Road (CDS-22-018)
• Approved zoning amendment for 419 Line 1 Road (CDS-22-027)
• Approved fee relief for Caribbean Workers Outreach Project event on June 12, 2022
• Approved forwarding $600 grant request for Caribbean Workers Outreach Project to Audit & Finance Committee
• Approved consent to Niagara Region waterpipe smoking by-law
• Approved endorsement of funding for culverts in rural municipal infrastructure
• Referred Brownfield Tax Assistance Incentive Funding request to Audit & Finance Committee

Customer Experience And Technology Committee

The Customer Experience & Technology Committee is meeting to discuss an update on modernization projects (website, eSCRIBE, projects & initiatives) and to conduct a committee wrap-up. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Modernization projects update (website, eSCRIBE, projects & initiatives)
• Committee wrap up
• Approval of April 28, 2022 minutes

The Customer Experience & Technology Committee received updates on the launch of eScribe and the new town website, including migration progress and survey plans. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Adopted agenda as presented
• Reviewed minutes of April 28, 2022
• No conflicts of interest declared
• No presentations, announcements, or correspondence
• No new business
• Adjourned

Council Meeting

Council approved a motion declaring the Cenotaph 100th anniversary event of municipal significance and permitting road closures on Queen, King, Front, and Market Street Parking Lot for the June 4 ceremony. Council also approved an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for 1014 Queenston Road and East Side Concession 5 Road, and extended OnDemand Transit hours to 10 p.m. Monday to Saturday, funded from Parking Reserves. A motion to reconsider the Noise By-law amendment was approved (6-3), and the amendment itself was approved (6-3).

• Approved Cenotaph 100th anniversary road closures (9-0)
• Approved Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for 1014 Queenston Road and ES Concession 5 Road
• Approved extension of OnDemand Transit hours to 10 p.m. Monday-Saturday, funded from Parking Reserves
• Approved Noise By-law amendment allowing sound from sporting/recreational activities on Town property 7 a.m.-11 p.m. (6-3)
• Approved motion to reconsider Noise By-law amendment (6-3)
• Approved final tax rates and waste management fees (CS-22-007)
• Approved items regarding 355 Mary Street and 786 Concession 1 Road
• Approved 20 by-laws at third reading

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing multiple land-use applications, including fence variances and consent applications. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes.

• Fence Variance Application (FV-02/22) for 428 Queen Street
• Legal Non-Conforming Use Application (LNCU-01-22) for 1596 Four Mile Creek Road
• Minor Variance Application (A-16/22) for 2193 Four Mile Creek Road
• Consent Applications (B-17/21 and B-18/21) for 1091 Line 4 Road and SS Line 4 Road
• Consent Applications (B-05-22 through B-09-22) for 455 Stewart Road

The Committee of Adjustment approved all five applications on the agenda: a fence variance at 428 Queen Street, a legal non-conforming use at 1596 Four Mile Creek Road, a minor variance at 2193 Four Mile Creek Road, and two consent applications at 1091 Line 4 Road. All approvals were unanimous, with one member declaring a pecuniary interest and recusing from the fence variance vote. The consent applications were granted subject to conditions including legal descriptions, zoning by-law amendments, and municipal entrance permits.

• Approved fence variance FV-02/22 at 428 Queen Street (4-0, Bartolini recused)
• Approved legal non-conforming use LNCU-01/22 at 1596 Four Mile Creek Road (5-0)
• Approved minor variance A-16/22 at 2193 Four Mile Creek Road (5-0)
• Approved consent B-17/21 at 1091 Line 4 Road with conditions (5-0)
• Approved consent B-18/21 at 1091 Line 4 Road with amended condition 1.2.5 (5-0)

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee will review updates regarding the Eastchester Pumping Station and private pump metering. The meeting also includes a review of the committee's Terms of Reference.

• Eastchester Pumping Station Update
• Private Pump Metering discussion
• Review of Terms of Reference

The Irrigation Committee discussed several operational updates but made no formal decisions. They reviewed the status of the OPG siphon, the need for metering at Whirlpool, and the potential refurbishment of a pump at an estimated cost of $35,000. The committee also discussed the process for selecting new members and the need to update the Terms of Reference, but no votes were taken.

• No formal decisions were made at this meeting.
• Discussed refurbishing Whirlpool pump for $35,000, deferred to next year's budget.
• Discussed installing meters at Whirlpool and pipe ends to monitor water loss.
• Discussed updating Terms of Reference and member selection process.

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will hold public meetings for zoning by-law amendments at 1091 Line 4 Road and 355 Mary Street, and will consider several staff reports including final tax rates, waste management fees, and an emergency management program. Delegations will present on a tourism study, a disc golf proposal, and the Queen Street Cenotaph anniversary. The agenda also includes notices of motion on parking and noise by-law amendments.

• Public meeting: 1091 Line 4 Road zoning by-law amendment
• Public meeting: 355 Mary Street zoning by-law amendment
• 2022 Final Tax Rates and Waste Management Fees (CS-22-007)
• Town representation at Ontario Land Tribunal for 61 Princess Street (CDS-22-007)
• Third reading of provisional by-law for Irvine Road Drain (OPS-22-008)

St. Davids Pool Fundraising Committee

The St. Davids Pool Fundraising Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda, reviewing previous minutes from January 28, 2022, and discussing a draft terms of reference document. The next meeting date is to be determined.

• Review of draft Terms of Reference for the committee
• Adoption of previous minutes from January 28, 2022

The St. Davids Pool Fundraising Committee met on May 12, 2022, but no quorum was present by 2:15 PM. Attendance was taken and the meeting was adjourned at 2:20 PM. No decisions were made.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is meeting to handle routine business including adopting the agenda, reviewing previous minutes, and receiving updates on finances, a plaque dedication, a fun run/walk, and grant applications. New business includes signage on Phase 4 of the trail. The next meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2022.

• Finance update
• Plaque dedication
• Fun run/walk update
• Grant applications
• Signage on Phase 4

The committee approved proceeding with obtaining a quotation for an archaeological assessment on Phase 2 of the trail. They also set the fun run/walk for September 24th, pending Parks Canada permission and insurance verification. Other items discussed included a plaque dedication, trail signage, and tree trimming.

• Approved staff obtaining a quotation for archaeological assessment on Phase 2
• Set fun run/walk for September 24th (pending Parks Canada permission)
• Confirmed plaque dedication for May 17th at Charlotte Street entrance
• Noted no current grant applications
• Agreed to keep trail closed sign on Phase 4 for safety and insurance
• Issued service request for tree trimming on trail between John and Paffard
• Agreed to remove and relocate blown-down sign at John and King entrance

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is meeting to handle routine business: adopting the agenda, reviewing April minutes, and receiving updates on finance, a plaque dedication, a fun run/walk, and grant applications. No decisions are listed; items are presented as updates for discussion.

• Finance update
• Plaque dedication
• Fun run/walk update
• Grant applications
• Next meeting set for July 12, 2022 at 2pm

Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to discuss several updates, including a presentation from the Chamber of Commerce president, progress on benches and crosswalks, and DEI presentations to ambassadors. The agenda is mostly routine with no major decisions listed.

• Presentation by Minerva Ward, President, Niagara on the Lake Chamber of Commerce
• Benches and Crosswalk update
• DEI Presentations to Ambassadors update
• Adoption of previous minutes from April 19, 2022

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to hear presentations on a phased approach for Four Mile Creek from the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority and an update from the 50by30 Niagara team. The committee will also review previous minutes, receive a council update, and discuss upcoming projects.

• Presentation: Four Mile Creek phased approach by Geoff Verkade, NPCA
• Presentation: 50by30 Niagara team by Herb Sawatzky
• Review of April 6, 2022 minutes
• Committees of Council update by Councillor Arsenault
• Discussion of upcoming projects and final committee update

The Environmental Advisory Committee received presentations on the Four Mile Creek watershed phased approach and the 50by30 Niagara climate action plan, but took no formal votes or decisions. Members discussed upcoming projects, a hydrogen energy hub, and silt buildup in ponds, with staff to report on soil sediments in June.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (moved by Paul Jurbala)
• Reviewed minutes of April 6, 2022
• No conflicts of interest declared
• No formal decisions or motions made on presentations

Customer Experience & Technology Committee

The Customer Experience & Technology Committee is meeting to hear two presentations: one on a Construction Web App by Khas Selvarajah and one on a New Website by Lucie Palka. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes from April 12, 2022, and standard procedural items. No decisions or business items are listed beyond the presentations.

• Presentation: Construction Web App by Khas Selvarajah
• Presentation: New Website by Lucie Palka
• Adoption of previous minutes from April 12, 2022

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several operational items. Topics include pumping from Lake Ontario for Hunter Farms and Froese Farms, as well as capital buy-in rates based on asset depreciation.

• 2-year probationary period for MacSween Farms
• Pumping from Lake Ontario for Hunter Farms & Froese Farms
• Capital buy-in rates based on depreciation of assets
• Eastchester Supply Line site meeting follow-up
• Discussion on flow meters: On/Off vs. Totalizer

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is meeting to review a proposed new build at 64 Kenmir Avenue, as part of its design review process. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and routine administrative items.

• Design review of proposed new build at 64 Kenmir Avenue (UDC-22-001)
• Adoption of January 25, 2022 minutes

Council Meeting

The Council meeting includes several decisions regarding land use amendments for 551 Butler Street and 1563 Concession 5 Road. The agenda also features multiple by-laws to authorize lease agreements with various Fire Fighters Associations and updates to water and wastewater rates.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 551 Butler Street & Bay Berry Lane
• By-law to amend water and wastewater rates and charges
• Lease agreements for Fire Fighters Associations (Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5)
• Subdivision and condominium agreements for Konik Estates
• Amendments to animal care and control by-laws

Council approved the employee bargaining group agreement and management terms, along with several zoning by-law amendments including a height limit for 551 Butler Street. A four-way stop at McNab and Church Road was approved, as was a climate change motion for the Simcoe St. culvert design. A noise by-law amendment was defeated in a tie vote.

• Approved employee bargaining group agreement and management terms (8-0)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for 551 Butler Street with 8.5m height limit (8-0)
• Approved four-way stop at McNab and Church Road, funded from Roads Capital Account (8-0)
• Approved climate change motion for Simcoe St. culvert design (8-0)
• Approved temporary patio use by-law expiring Feb 28, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved Canid Management Plan and animal control by-law amendments (8-0)
• Defeated noise by-law amendment for town-owned properties (4-4)
• Approved deferral of development charges for 683 York Road (8-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to consider several minor variance applications for various properties in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The agenda includes reviews of correspondence and requests to attend for specific applications.

• Minor Variance A-07/22: 6 Firelane 14F
• Minor Variance A-08/22: 269 Butler Street
• Minor Variance A-09/22: 128 Line 4 Road
• Minor Variance A-10/22: 258 Niven Road
• Minor Variance A-11/22: 407 Gate Street

The Committee of Adjustment approved all seven minor variance applications on the agenda, each meeting the four Planning Act tests. One application, at 407 Gate Street, was approved subject to a condition requiring an archaeological assessment. The committee also approved the March 17, 2022 minutes and was informed of an appeal for a previous application.

• Approved minor variance A-07/22 at 6 Firelane 14F (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-08/22 at 269 Butler Street (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-09/22 at 128 Line 4 Road (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-10/22 at 258 Niven Road (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-11/22 at 407 Gate Street, subject to archaeological assessment condition (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-12/22 at Paradise Grove Block 1 Unit 5 (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-15/22 at 111 Garrison Village Drive (unanimous)
• Approved March 17, 2022 minutes

Council Meeting

The Council meeting includes information reports on by-law enforcement and firefighter association leases. The agenda also covers staff correspondence regarding several zoning and site plan applications.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 1091 Line 4 Road
• Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendments for 355 Mary Street
• Site Plan Approval for 700 Penner Street
• Notice of Study Commencement for Highway 405

Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to receive updates on the rainbow crosswalk and benches. The committee will also review progress on ongoing goals.

• Updates on the rainbow crosswalk and benches
• Updates on ongoing goals

Communities in Bloom Committee

The committee will review updates on several ongoing environmental and gardening initiatives. Discussions include progress on the St David’s Pollinator Garden, the Bee Hive program, and a budget update.

• Updates on Year of the Garden and Garden of the Week projects
• Review of St David’s Pollinator Garden and Greenhouse at Native Center
• Discussion regarding the Bee Hive program
• Heritage Garden at Fort George updates
• Budget update for active projects

The Communities in Bloom Committee approved a $250 expense for wire mesh for the community garden and $131.09 to cover the Village Community Association's hydro bill for Christmas lights. They declined to purchase a Year of the Garden flag and decided not to proceed with the Bee Hive program. The committee also accepted the resignation of member Janice Johnston.

• Approved $250 for wire mesh for community garden
• Approved $131.09 for Village Community Association hydro bill
• Declined to purchase Year of the Garden flag
• Decided not to proceed with Bee Hive program
• Accepted resignation of Janice Johnston

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to consider a notice of intent to demolish a building at 180 Johnson Street and a heritage permit for a bathroom addition at 226 Victoria Street. They will also review correspondence regarding 177 Byron Street and adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• 180 Johnson Street - Notice of Intent to Demolish (MHC-22-009)
• 226 Victoria Street - Heritage Permit for 3-season bathroom addition (MHC-22-010)
• Correspondence re: 177 Byron St (MHC-21-030)
• Adoption of March 8, 2022 minutes

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee reviewed several property applications regarding demolitions and construction. The committee also discussed concerns regarding property protection at 177 Byron St and 46 Paxton Lane.

• Approved demolition of a c.1998 rear addition and detached carport at 180 Johnson Street
• Approved heritage permit for a 3-season bathroom addition at 226 Victoria Street
• Discussed property protection timelines for 177 Byron St
• Discussed property standards and deficiencies at 46 Paxton Lane
• Discussed use of original materials for a new build at 135 Queen Street

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved two heritage applications: demolition of a c.1998 rear addition and carport at 180 Johnson Street, and a heritage permit for a temporary 3-season bathroom addition at 226 Victoria Street, subject to conditions. The committee also discussed delays in protecting 177 Byron St. and 46 Paxton Lane, and noted the 325 Design Charrette presentation was removed from the agenda.

• Approved demolition of c.1998 rear addition and carport at 180 Johnson St. (moved by Amanda Demers)
• Approved heritage permit for 3-season bathroom addition at 226 Victoria St., subject to conditions (moved by Ron Dale)

Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the final report for the Transportation Master Plan (TMP). The meeting also includes a presentation by Brian Putre of Stantec.

• Presentation by Brian Putre, Stantec
• Review of TMP final report

The Transportation Advisory Committee endorsed the final Transportation Master Plan (TMP) and recommended that Council receive it, endorse the 30-day public consultation period under the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, and approve the plan in principle pending that consultation. The committee also noted objections from Councillor Arsenault and Chair Mclhone to a proposed Ball Street–River Beach Drive connection and a mentioned hazard. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Endorsed the Transportation Master Plan and recommended Council receive it (approved)
• Recommended Council endorse the 30-day MCEA consultation period (approved)
• Recommended Council endorse the TMP in principle pending consultation (approved)
• Noted objections to Ball Street–River Beach Drive connection and hazard mention

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several reports regarding municipal services and infrastructure. Items include updates on water and wastewater rates, a sanitary sewer extension request, and road allowance surplus declarations.

• 2022 Water & Wastewater Rates report
• Sanitary Sewer Extension request for 419 Line 1 Road
• Request to declare portion of Concession 4 Road as surplus at 976 Four Mile Creek Road
• Delegation from Niagara Foundation regarding a Proclamation Request

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing information reports and correspondence, including updates on fire and emergency services, a traffic study at Line 1 Road and Concession 4 Road, a pollution prevention plan RFP, a culvert replacement update, and transit metrics. The agenda is primarily informational, with no decisions listed for this meeting.

• 2021-2025 Strategic Plan – Fire & Emergency Services Update
• Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire & Emergency Services 2021 Year End Report
• Line 1 Road @ Concession 4 Road - Additional Traffic Study
• Pollution Prevention Control Plan Study RFP
• Simcoe Street Culvert Replacement (OMC-07) - Update

Customer Experience & Technology Committee

The Customer Experience & Technology Committee will review updates regarding website development, eSCRIBE, and reopening plans. The meeting also includes a presentation on a Construction Web App.

• Presentation: Construction Web App by Rob Andrea and Khas Selvarajah
• Website Development Update
• eSCRIBE Update
• Reopening Update
• COTW & Council In-Person Meetings

Environmental Advisory Committee

The committee is scheduled to review presentations on Virgil Ponds and discuss various environmental business items. Topics include corporate climate change financial details, small gas equipment, and bird migration illumination requests.

• Presentation: Virgil Ponds by Brett Ruck
• Discussion: Corporate Climate Change Financial Details by Kyle Freeborn
• Discussion: Mowers and Small Gas Equipment by Paul Jurbala & Christine Earl
• Discussion: Illumination Request / Bird Migration by Kyra Simone
• Update: Wastewater Plan Tour by Norm Arsenault & Garry Burroughs

The Environmental Advisory Committee approved a motion endorsing a report on small gas engines and requesting Council direct staff to review recommendations and bring forward guidelines or a draft by-law. They also approved a pilot project to reduce lighting during bird migration and a review of a cigarette butt recycling pilot. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Endorsed report on small gas engines and requested Council direct staff to review recommendations and bring draft by-law (approved)
• Requested staff run pilot project to reduce/eliminate lighting during peak bird migration in Spring 2022 (approved)
• Requested staff review cigarette butt recycling pilot project documents and report back on implementation (approved)

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is meeting to review financial reports, plans, and grants. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the East West Line sign, a plaque dedication, and a Fun Run/Walk fundraiser.

• East West Line sign discussion
• Fun Run/Walk Fundraiser
• Plaque Dedication
• Financial report review
• Grants review

The committee approved the agenda and previous minutes, and received updates on trail plans, fundraising, and grants. No formal decisions were made on funding or construction; the committee discussed next steps for community engagement and a future fun run fundraiser.

• Agenda adopted as amended
• Minutes from March 8, 2022 approved
• East West Line sign to be ordered and installed
• Plaque dedication and media event planned for May
• Fun Run/Walk fundraiser targeted for early fall

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several planning applications, including a zoning by-law amendment for 551 Butler Street. The agenda also includes discussions on subdivision agreements and site plan approvals for Konik Estates.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 551 Butler Street & Bay Berry Lane
• Subdivision Agreement and removal of Holding symbol for Konik Estates (Phase 1)
• Condominium Agreement and Site Plan Approval for Block 43 - Konik Estates
• Public hearing for zoning by-law amendment at Niagara Stone Road, Niven Road & Hunter Road
• Delegation regarding 683 York Road and Development Charges

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review an information package, including a public meeting notice for a development at Niagara Stone Road and Niven Road (Stone Eagle Winery), along with various staff and external correspondence items. The agenda consists of information reports and correspondence, with no decisions listed for this meeting.

• Public meeting for Stone Eagle Winery at Niagara Stone Road and Niven Road
• Letter to Premier Ford regarding Ontario Land Tribunal motion
• Letter to Premier Ford regarding Ukraine Immigration motion
• Letter to Premier Ford regarding Ontario's Entrepreneurial Winery Industry
• Niagara Region correspondence on 2022 Property Tax Policy, Ratios & Rates

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to review the final report of the Transportation Master Plan (TMP), with a presentation from Stantec's Brian Putre. The agenda is otherwise routine, including adoption of minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Review of TMP final report
• Presentation by Brian Putre, Stantec
• Adoption of previous minutes (January 18, 2022)
• Next meeting set for May 17, 2022 at 2:00 PM

The Transportation Advisory Committee reviewed feedback on the draft Transportation Master Plan (TMP) with consultant Brian Putre from Stantec. Staff advised that Stantec will provide a final TMP for one last update, after which the committee will support and refer it to Council for final presentation and adoption. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Adopted agenda as amended (moved by Councillor Burroughs)
• Reviewed minutes from January 18, 2022
• Reviewed draft TMP feedback with Stantec; no vote taken

Council Meeting

The Council will review the Niagara Adapts Climate Change Adaptation Plan and consider using optical scanning tabulators and mail-in ballots for the 2022 Municipal Elections. The agenda also includes several by-law decisions regarding drainage works, service assumptions, and a lease agreement with the Chamber of Commerce.

• Presentation on Niagara Adapts Climate Change Adaptation Plan
• By-law to authorize optical scanning vote tabulators and vote by mail for 2022 Municipal Elections
• By-law to authorize a lease agreement with the NOTL Chamber of Commerce for Court House Lower Level Offices
• By-law to enter into an agreement with Farr Drainage Inc. for Wall Municipal Drain construction
• Closed session negotiations regarding 176 Wellington Street and 468 Niagara Stone Road

Council Meeting

This is an information-only council meeting. Council will receive four staff reports on by-law enforcement metrics for February 2022, the eSCRIBE and new town website project status updates, and the ShopNOTL project update. The agenda also includes minutes from the library board and committee of adjustment, plus correspondence from other municipalities and agencies.

• By-law Enforcement Metrics - February 2022
• eSCRIBE - March Project Status Update
• New Town Website - March Project Status Update
• ShopNOTL - Project Status Update - March 2022
• NOTL Public Library Board Minutes - February 16, 2022

Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on affordable housing by Scott Robinson and to receive updates on the rainbow crosswalk and benches, as well as subcommittee work on outreach, JTC, and speakers. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes from February 14, 2022. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and updates.

• Presentation by Scott Robinson on affordable housing
• Updates on the rainbow crosswalk and benches
• Updates on subcommittees' work on outreach, JTC, and speakers
• Adoption of minutes from February 14, 2022

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several reports, including a request regarding development charge credits for 135 Queen Street. The meeting also includes presentations on the Anderson Lane property and discussions on community gardens and short-term rentals.

• Request to waive five-year limitation on development charge credits for 135 Queen Street
• Contract award for the construction of the Wall Municipal Drain
• Third reading of Provisional By-law No. 5207-20 regarding a Wall Drain
• 2021 Summary Report for the Town's Drinking Water Systems
• Closed session regarding Settlers Landing/Homestead Expansion

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing information reports on the 2022 Hot Mix Asphalt Program, Sidewalk & Curb Repair Tender, Surface Treatment Program, a Queen Street and Mississagua Street bump-out, a 'Circle of Life' Park Proposal, and a Dock Area Update. The agenda also includes staff and other municipality correspondence, such as media releases on the province lifting the masking mandate and ending the state of emergency, plus resolutions from other municipalities. No decisions are listed; items are for information and follow-up.

• 2022 Hot Mix Asphalt Program
• 2022 Sidewalk & Curb Repair Tender
• 2022 Surface Treatment Program
• Queen Street and Mississagua Street Bump-Out
• Ontario Land Tribunal Decision - 1490 York Road

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review several land-use applications, including minor variances and consents. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from February 17, 2022.

• Minor Variance A-02/22: 35 Delater Street
• Minor Variance A-03/22: West Side Dorchester Street
• Minor Variance A-04/22: 15578 Niagara River Parkway
• Minor Variance A-05/22: 57 Niagara Street
• Consent Applications B-02/22 and B-03/22: 2001 York Road

The Committee of Adjustment refused a minor variance for 35 Delater Street after modifying the requested variances, determining it failed the four Planning Act tests. It approved minor variances for properties on Dorchester Street, Niagara River Parkway, Niagara Street, and Johnson Street, and granted consents for properties on Concession 1 Road, Concession 2 Road, and York Road, each subject to conditions.

• Refused minor variance A-02/22 at 35 Delater Street (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-03/22 on West Side Dorchester Street (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-04/22 at 15578 Niagara River Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-05/22 at 57 Niagara Street (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-06/22 at 406 Johnson Street (unanimous)
• Approved consent B-21/21 at 786 Concession 1 Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved consent B-01/22 at 1214 Concession 2 Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved consents B-02/22 and B-03/22 at 2001 York Road with conditions (unanimous)

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee will meet to discuss various water supply and infrastructure items. The agenda includes a proposed $3/acre rate for properties pumping from Lake Ontario and updates on the Eastchester Pump.

• $3/Acre Rate for Properties Pumping Directly from Lake Ontario
• Associated Engineering / Eastchester Pump Update
• Purchase of Private Line 2 Road Supply Line
• Niagara District Airport: Drain Realignment Request
• 2-year Probationary Period for MacSween Farms

Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee will review a presentation on affordable housing. The committee will also receive updates regarding rainbow crosswalks, benches, and subcommittee work.

• Presentation by Scott Robinson on affordable housing
• Updates on the rainbow crosswalk and benches
• Updates on subcommittees' work on outreach, JTC, and speakers

Committee of the Whole

This is an information package for the Committee of the Whole meeting on March 10, 2022, with follow-up scheduled for March 21, 2022. The committee is reviewing minutes, staff correspondence, and items from other municipalities, but no decisions are being made at this meeting. Items include zoning applications, notices of refusal and decision, and various resolutions and letters.

• Court of Revision Minutes - February 22, 2022
• Heritage Trail Committee Minutes - March 8, 2022
• Circulation - 1563 Concession 6 Road - application for zoning by-law amendment
• Notice of Refusal - 61 Princess Street
• Notice of Decision - 2001 York Road - Official Plan Amendment

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee meeting on March 8, 2022, was adjourned because no quorum was present by 2:20 PM, as required by Council's Procedural By-law. No business was conducted. The agenda was purely procedural and no decisions or discussions occurred.

• Meeting adjourned due to no quorum at 2:20 PM

The Heritage Trail Committee meeting on March 8, 2022, was adjourned at 2:20 PM because no quorum was present. No decisions were made, and no business was conducted.

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review several heritage permit applications, including signage at 38 Market Street and 38 Queen Street, a canopy and sign at 114 Queen Street, and a proposal for Bell small cells. The committee will also consider a request from the NOTL Museum and adopt previous minutes.

• Heritage permit application for signage at 38 Market Street (HER-63-2021)
• Heritage permit application for signage at 38 Queen Street (HER-64-2021)
• Heritage permit applications for canopy and sign at 114 Queen Street
• Bell small cells proposal (MHC-22-008)
• NOTL Museum request to Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved all four heritage permit applications on the agenda, recommending them to Council. These include replacing storefront signs at 38 Market Street, 38 Queen Street, and 114 Queen Street, constructing a new canopy at 114 Queen Street, and installing Bell small cell antennas on streetlight poles at seven locations. All approvals were unanimous with no recorded opposition.

• Approved heritage permit HER-63-2021 for new wood storefront sign at 38 Market Street
• Approved heritage permit HER-64-2021 for new wood storefront sign at 38 Queen Street
• Approved heritage permit HER-05-2022 for new canopy at 114 Queen Street
• Approved heritage permit HER-06-2022 for new storefront sign at 114 Queen Street
• Approved heritage permit HER-04-2022 for Bell small cell antennas at 7 streetlight poles

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a statutory public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment at 419 Line 1 Road. The committee will also consider consent agenda items on the assumption of services for two corners of John Street West and Victoria Street. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Statutory public meeting for Zoning By-law Amendment at 419 Line 1 Road
• Consent item CDS-22-006: Assumption of services, John Street West & Victoria Street (Northwest Corner)
• Consent item CDS-22-007: Assumption of services, John Street West & Victoria Street (Southeast Corner)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment for 419 Line 1 Road, with a public meeting scheduled. The agenda also includes staff correspondence on the Ukraine attack and eased COVID-19 restrictions, plus various correspondence from other municipalities and agencies on topics like cannabis facilities, homelessness prevention, and Ontario Land Tribunal dissolution.

• Public meeting for zoning by-law amendment at 419 Line 1 Road
• Lord Mayor's message on behalf of Council regarding attack on Ukraine
• Media release on province easing remaining COVID-19 restrictions
• Correspondence from Niagara Region on vaccination policies and Ukraine support
• Resolutions from West Lincoln and Plympton-Wyoming to dissolve Ontario Land Tribunal

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural items and one substantive business item: a review of the Climate Change Adaptation Plan. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from February 2, 2022, and standard items like call to order, conflict of interest, and adjournment.

• Review of Climate Change Adaptation Plan
• Adoption of February 2, 2022 minutes

The Environmental Advisory Committee endorsed the draft Corporate Climate Change Adaptation Plan and will present it to Council for final approval. The committee also discussed an Environmental Award, reviewed outstanding action items, and requested updates on the Queenston Quarry and Virgil Ponds.

• Endorsed Climate Change Adaptation Plan for Council consideration
• Adopted meeting agenda
• Approved previous minutes of February 2, 2022

Council Meeting

Council will consider several third-reading by-laws involving property designations, service agreements, and staff appointments. The meeting also includes a presentation on Phase 1 of an Economic Impact Analysis.

• Heritage designation for 200 John Street East
• Heritage designation for 588 Charlotte Street
• Amendment to animal care and control by-law
• Appointment of Brandon Enns as Drainage Superintendent
• Agreement with ADR Chambers Inc. through March 31, 2026

Council Meeting

This is an information items package for the February 24, 2022 Council meeting, with follow-up scheduled for February 28, 2022. The agenda consists of information reports, committee minutes, and correspondence from staff and other municipalities. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is primarily procedural and informational.

• By-law Enforcement Metrics - January 2022
• Economic Impact Assessment
• Committee of Adjustment Minutes - January 20, 2022
• Media Release: NOTL Administrative Buildings to Reopen for In-Person Service
• Correspondence from other municipalities on topics including Ontario Land Tribunal dissolution, firearms fines, and climate change

Customer Experience & Technology Committee

The Customer Experience & Technology Committee is meeting to receive updates on website development, eSCRIBE, and reopening efforts. The agenda also includes the adoption of previous minutes from November 11, 2021.

• Website Development Update
• eSCRIBE Update
• Reopening Update

Court of Revision

The Court of Revision meets to hear appeals on By-law No. 5357-21 for the Irvine Road drain, including the engineer's report and revised schedules. Three property owners appeal their assessments: Randall DeGaris (1461 Irvine Road), Judy Benezra (10 Firelane 12B), and Peter Buis (720 Lakeshore Road). The court will close and render decisions on these appeals.

• By-law No. 5357-21 (Irvine Road) — two readings
• Engineer's Report and Revised Schedules
• Appeal by Randall DeGaris, 1461 Irvine Road
• Appeal by Judy Benezra, 10 Firelane 12B
• Appeal by Peter Buis, 720 Lakeshore Road

Council Meeting

This is an information-only agenda for the February 17, 2022 Council meeting. Council will receive staff correspondence on provincial funding for modernization, the next phase of reopening, a site plan approval for 657 Concession 6 Road, and the second annual Shine Light, Spread Kindness campaign. It will also receive correspondence from other municipalities and miscellaneous items, including resolutions on gypsy moth spraying, the Ontario Land Tribunal, and a truck engine brake information session. No decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Town receives provincial funding toward modernization efforts
• Province moving to next phase of reopening
• Circulation of site plan approval for 657 Concession 6 Road
• Second annual Shine Light, Spread Kindness campaign launched
• Correspondence includes resolutions on Ontario Land Tribunal and gypsy moth spraying

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a minor variance application, identified as A-01/22, for the property at 24 Riesling Drive. The agenda also includes the review of correspondence from Karen and Kenneth Burr regarding this application.

• Minor Variance Application A-01/22 (24 Riesling Drive)

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application (COA-06-2022) for 24 Riesling Drive, granting the requested relief. The decision was based on the finding that the application meets the four Planning Act tests for a minor variance. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minor variance A-01/22 for 24 Riesling Drive (COA-06-2022)
• Approved the January 20, 2022 meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider consent agenda items, including recommendations on grinder pumps (OPS-22-004) and a Vision Zero Road Safety Program agreement with Niagara Region (OPS-22-005). They will also hear presentations from MPAC and Niagara Region on property assessment and road safety, and receive delegations on grinder pumps and a flag pole request. A closed session is scheduled regarding negotiations related to the Community Centre.

• OPS-22-004: Grinder Pump Recommendations
• OPS-22-005: Vision Zero Road Safety Program – Niagara Region Courts Inter-Municipal Amending Agreement
• Presentation: Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) – Zone 2
• Presentation: Vision Zero Road Safety Update – Niagara Region
• Delegation: Flag pole & Canadian Flag in Queen's Royal Park (Paffard Street)

Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee will review the DEI calendar of observance and receive an update on the Rainbow Crosswalk. The committee will also discuss 2022 objectives and opportunities.

• Update on Rainbow Crosswalk
• DEI calendar - Days and Periods of Observance
• Review of 2022 Objectives and Opportunities
• Announcement regarding Sandra Gruosso's resignation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing information reports regarding transit and by-law enforcement. The agenda also includes staff correspondence regarding a site plan amendment for 1579 Four Mile Creek Road.

• OnDemand Transit Metrics for November 2021
• By-law Enforcement Metrics for December 2021
• Site Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment for 1579 Four Mile Creek Road
• Funding update for Ambassadors Program & Queen St Placemaking

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved recommending Part IV heritage designation under the Ontario Heritage Act for 588 Charlotte Street and 200 John Street East. The committee also approved a motion expressing concern about the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force Report and requesting Council respond to the Province. Updates were received on the 325 King St. charette and 69 Queen Street signage, with no decisions made on those items.

• Approved recommendation for Part IV heritage designation for 588 Charlotte Street
• Approved recommendation for Part IV heritage designation for 200 John Street East
• Approved motion to express concern to Council about Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force Report

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole Planning meeting will consider two development-related consent agenda items: an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for 61 Princess Street, and an Official Plan Amendment for 2001 York Road. The meeting also includes a closed session for solicitor-client advice on the Homestead Subdivision Expansion, and a delegation from Mary Lou Tanner regarding the 61 Princess Street application.

• CDS-22-004: OPA-01-2021 and ZBA-04-2021 for 61 Princess Street
• CDS-22-005: OPA-02-2021 for 2001 York Road
• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) re: Homestead Subdivision Expansion
• Delegation by Mary Lou Tanner (Niagara Planning Group Solutions) on 61 Princess Street

Committee of the Whole

This meeting consists of information items for the Committee of the Whole. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from various committees and reviewing correspondence from staff and other municipalities.

• Zoning By-law Amendment public notice for 419 Line 1 Road
• Niagara Region Official Plan Draft for Consultation
• Review of Committee of Adjustment, Heritage Trail, and Urban Design minutes
• Niagara Region correspondence regarding garbage collection and homelessness prevention
• Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority Strategic Plan 2021-2031

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several environmental items, including an update on the NPCA's 2 Billion Trees federal initiative, a draft Corporate Climate Change Adaptation Plan, nurdles and a meeting with the Region, and a Property Standards By-law discussion. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes from January 12, 2022. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion.

• NPCA Update - 2Billion Trees Federal Initiative
• Draft Corporate Climate Change Adaptation Plan
• Nurdles & Meeting with the Region
• Property Standards By-law Discussion

Grinder Pump Committee

The Grinder Pump Committee met virtually on February 1, 2022. The agenda includes a discussion regarding an amendment to Grinder Pump Committee Recommendation #7.

• Amendment to Grinder Pump Committee Recommendation #7

The Grinder Pump Committee approved an amendment to Recommendation #7, proposing to extend the existing $75-per-year insurance rebate program for Bevan Heights original owners to other identified owners of record as of the date Council approves the recommendations. The rebate would be capped at $75 per homeowner for a three-year period, require proof of paid insurance, and be available only upon request. The recommendation will be presented to Council for final approval.

• Approved amendment to Recommendation #7 to extend $75/yr insurance rebate to identified owners of record
• Set rebate program for a three-year period with review at that time
• Capped rebate at $75 per homeowner regardless of insurance rate changes
• Limited eligibility to identified residential homeowners; future buyers excluded
• Required rebates only upon homeowner request with proof of paid insurance
• Directed staff to develop the rebate process and inform affected residents

Council Meeting

This special council meeting focuses on the 2022 proposed operating budget, with presentations from the Tourism Advisory Working Group and Vintage Inns on the Municipal Accommodation Tax. Council will also consider committee minutes and a by-law to confirm proceedings.

• 2022 Operating Budget presentation
• Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) delegations from Janet Jones and Paul MacIntyre
• CS-22-002 - 2022 Proposed Operating Budget report
• Audit & Finance Committee minutes from January 21, 2022
• By-law 5388-22 to confirm proceedings

Council approved the 2022 operating budget with an operating levy of $13,670,566 and a storm water special area levy of $879,443, representing a 2.99% increase. The Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) was approved for implementation by July 1, 2022, with a governance advisory group to be created. A $5,000 donation to Music Niagara was defeated, and funding for the rainbow crosswalk project was paused pending further public consultation.

• Approved 2022 operating budget with $13,670,566 levy and $879,443 storm levy (8-1)
• Approved MAT implementation by July 1, 2022, with $100,000 museum funding from MAT reserves (5-4)
• Approved creation of Governance Advisory Group for MAT program (7-2)
• Defeated $5,000 donation to Music Niagara (3-6)
• Approved staff investigation of $100,000 from building permit revenue to operating budget (8-1)
• Approved pausing rainbow crosswalk project pending public consultation (9-0)
• Approved moving 13 for 13 Event forward, funded from Parking (8-1)
• Approved proceedings by-law 5388-22 (9-0)

St. Davids Pool Fundraising Committee

The St. Davids Pool Fundraising Committee is meeting to discuss funding sources and review the project overview. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and standard procedural items, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Funding sources update
• Project overview discussion
• Adoption of November 10, 2021 minutes

The committee approved Adriana Vizzari as Chair after Paul Harber stepped down, and voted to advertise for a new member after Joe Typer resigned. Staff were directed to obtain updated cost estimates for the pool project to explore cost reductions, with any changes requiring Council approval. The committee also noted $55,000 in donations and plans to follow up with federal and provincial officials.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved advertising for open committee position after Joe Typer stepped down
• Approved Adriana Vizzari as Chair
• Approved staff investigation of updated cost quotation from consultant

Council Meeting

The Council meeting includes an information package containing miscellaneous correspondence. The items consist of an email from Bob Bader and a letter from Janet Jones regarding the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT).

• Email from Bob Bader regarding Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT)
• Letter from Janet Jones, Chair of Tourism Advisory Working Group, regarding MAT

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two property standards order appeals (PSOA-01-2021 and PSOA-02-2021) for 144 and 176 John Street East. Municipal heritage reports and correspondence are included, and the applicants have requested to attend. The agenda is otherwise routine, with adoption of minutes and standard procedural items.

• PSOA-01-2021 - 144 John Street East
• PSOA-02-2021 - 176 John Street East
• Municipal Heritage Reports for both properties
• Request to attend by Kate Lyons and Michael McClelland
• Correspondence from Catherine A. Lyons and David Bell

Grinder Pump Committee

The Grinder Pump Committee is meeting virtually to review staff recommendations and previous minutes. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main business item being a review of Town staff recommendations.

• Review of Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake Staff Recommendations
• Adoption of previous minutes from September 22, 2021

The Grinder Pump Committee approved the Town Staff Recommendations, which include updating By-law No. 2758-94 to cover low-pressure sewer systems, providing digital manuals, and clarifying warranty and replacement policies. A motion to amend recommendation #7 regarding the insurance rebate program was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved Town Staff Recommendations (moved by Councillor Arsenault, seconded by Wayne Scott)
• Deferred amendment to recommendation #7 on insurance rebate eligibility to future meeting
• Agreed to update By-law No. 2758-94 in 2022 to include low-pressure sewer systems

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is meeting to review a proposed new building at 64 Kenmir Avenue. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and this single business item. No other substantive matters are listed.

• Review of proposed new building at 64 Kenmir Avenue

The Urban Design Committee approved a motion opposing the traffic circle at York Road and Four Mile Creek Road, requesting the Lord Mayor advocate against it and organizing a delegation to Regional representatives. They also approved recommendations for a resubmission of the 64 Kenmir Avenue application, and requested staff provide more context in future reports.

• Approved motion opposing St. David's traffic circle at York Road and Four Mile Creek Road
• Approved request for delegation to Regional representatives on traffic circle
• Approved recommendations for 64 Kenmir Avenue resubmission with true designs and finishes
• Approved motion requesting staff provide physical and historical context in reports

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council meets to adopt minutes, receive committee reports, and pass several by-laws, including amendments to traffic/parking rules, fees and charges, and a shared hearing officer agreement with neighboring municipalities. Council will also hear a presentation on the Queen & Mississagua entranceway and an update on the winery industry.

• By-law 5373A-22 amends the 2022 fees and charges by-law
• By-law 5386-22 authorizes a shared hearing officer service agreement with Pelham, Grimsby, Lincoln, Port Colborne, St. Catharines, Thorold, and Wainfleet
• By-law 5381-22 authorizes a site plan agreement for 996 Concession 6 Road
• By-law 4308AN-22 amends the traffic and parking by-law
• Report CS-22-001 on short-term rental fees for 2022

Council directed staff to have Seferian Design Group complete design and tender documents for the Queen & Mississauga entranceway project, with construction planned for September 2022, and approved single sourcing Dean McClellan Stonework for the dry stone wall (8-1). Council also approved a shared hearing officer agreement with seven other municipalities, extended short-term rental licence fees to April 29, 2022, and approved amended Municipal Heritage Committee recommendations for 325 King Street. A motion to rank the Tourism Strategy as the #1 study priority was defeated (4-5).

• Approved Queen & Mississauga entranceway design/tender and single-source stone wall (8-1)
• Approved shared hearing officer agreement with 7 municipalities (9-0)
• Extended short-term rental licence fees and expiry to April 29, 2022 (9-0)
• Approved Municipal Heritage Committee minutes on 325 King Street, as amended (9-0)
• Approved 10 by-laws including traffic, hearing officer, fees, and agreements (9-0)
• Defeated motion to rank Tourism Strategy as #1 study priority (4-5)
• Received Glendale Secondary Plan terms of reference information report (9-0)
• Approved December 20, 2021 council minutes (9-0)

Audit & Finance Committee

The Audit & Finance Committee is meeting to review the 2022 operating budget, including final draft changes, summaries, salaries, town studies, and debt. They will also consider a presentation from Music Niagara to the Committee of the Whole. The agenda includes standard procedural items like adoption of agenda and previous minutes.

• 2022 Operating Budget final draft changes (Appendix I)
• Operating Budget Summaries (Appendix II)
• Salaries Summary (Appendix III)
• Town Studies Review (Appendix IV)
• Debt Summary (Appendix V)

The Audit & Finance Committee approved the 2022 operating budget as amended, including a $5,000 donation to Music Niagara funded from parking revenue. It also approved moving the 13 for 13 Event forward with parking funding, and recommended implementing the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) starting July 1, 2022. Staff were directed to investigate allocating $100,000 from building permit revenue to the operating budget.

• Approved 2022 operating budget as amended, including $5,000 Music Niagara donation
• Approved $5,000 donation to Music Niagara, funded from parking
• Approved moving 13 for 13 Event forward, funded from parking
• Approved recommendation to implement MAT by July 1, 2022
• Approved staff investigation of $100,000 from building permit revenue to operating budget

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear five applications: three fence variances, one minor variance, and one consent. The agenda also includes notices of an appeal and an Ontario Land Tribunal decision, plus approval of the December 16, 2021 minutes.

• Fence variance FV-04/21 at 234 Johnson Street
• Fence variance FV-05/21 at 4 Tulip Tree Road
• Fence variance FV-06/21 at 823 Line 6 Road
• Minor variance A-42/21 at 823 Line 6 Road
• Consent application B-10/21 at 882 Line 1 Road

The Committee of Adjustment refused a fence variance at 234 Johnson Street for failing all four Planning Act tests, and approved three other fence variances and one consent application. The consent at 882 Line 1 Road was granted with conditions including parkland dedication and archaeological assessment.

• Refused fence variance FV-04/21 at 234 Johnson Street (unanimous)
• Approved fence variance FV-05/21 at 4 Tulip Tree Road (unanimous)
• Approved fence variance FV-06/21 at 823 Line 6 Road (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A-42/21 at 823 Line 6 Road (unanimous)
• Approved consent B-10/21 at 882 Line 1 Road with conditions (unanimous)

Council Meeting

This is an information-items package for the January 20, 2022 Council meeting, with follow-up scheduled for January 24, 2022. Council will receive reports on traffic data and speed minders, OnDemand transit metrics, and the Glendale Secondary Plan terms of reference, along with minutes from two committees and various correspondence. No decisions are listed; items are for information and discussion.

• Traffic Data Collection and Speed Minders Program Results - October 2021
• OnDemand Transit Metrics for December 2021
• Glendale Secondary Plan - Terms of Reference
• Ontario Land Tribunal Decision - A-31/21 - 460 Line 2 Road
• Diversity Equity & Inclusion Minutes - January 11, 2022

Council Meeting - Information Packages

This is an information package for the January 20, 2022 Council meeting, with follow-up scheduled for January 24, 2022. Council is receiving reports on traffic data and speed minders, OnDemand transit metrics, and the Glendale Secondary Plan terms of reference, plus minutes from two committees and various correspondence. No decisions are being made; items are for information only.

• Traffic Data Collection and Speed Minders Program Results - October 2021
• OnDemand Transit Metrics for December 2021
• Glendale Secondary Plan - Terms of Reference
• Ontario Land Tribunal Decision - A-31/21 - 460 Line 2 Road
• Plymton-Wyoming resolution re Fire Safety Measures - Ontario Fire Code Retrofit Section 9.5

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to consider heritage permit applications for exterior repairs and restoration at 144 and 176 John Street East, and to review a revised submission for 325 King Street. The committee will also receive correspondence and information reports, including a planning workshop presentation.

• Heritage permit application MHC-22-001 for 144 John Street East (Devonian House) - exterior repairs and restoration
• Heritage permit application MHC-22-002 for 176 John Street East (Randwood main residence) - exterior repairs and restoration
• Review of revised submission for 325 King Street
• Information report on Planning Workshop (November 2021)
• Correspondence from Marilyn Bartlett re 325 King St

The committee approved heritage permits for exterior repairs and restoration at 144 John Street East (Sheets/Devonian House and Coach House) and 176 John Street East (Randwood main residence), both subject to conditions. It also reaffirmed facade preservation for 325 King Street and requested a design charrette to address building height concerns.

• Approved heritage permit HER-65-2021 for 144 John Street East repairs/restoration
• Approved heritage permit HER-66-2021 for 176 John Street East repairs/restoration
• Reaffirmed May 2019 facade preservation commitment for 325 King Street
• Endorsed heritage walk proposal for 325 King Street
• Requested proponent consider reduced building height (e.g., two storeys) for 325 King Street
• Requested design charrette for 325 King Street with committee and LHC staff

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) report and receive council updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the TMP discussion and council updates.

• Discuss TMP report
• Council updates
• Review minutes from November 13, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for March 15, 2022 at 2pm

The Transportation Advisory Committee selected Option #1 for the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) review: meet with Stantec after the revised final report is completed to discuss how comments were addressed. The committee also received updates on regional traffic measures, including a new four-way stop at Concession 6 & York Road and speed limit reductions on Queenston Road. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Selected Option #1: meet with Stantec to review final TMP report after revisions (no vote recorded)
• Requested a column in the TMP report to show disposition of submitted comments
• Noted Council approved speed reduction from 80 km/h to 60 km/h on Queenston Road between Queenston and York
• Noted Region implementing four-way stop at Concession 6 & York Road
• Noted Chautauqua parking pilot program may be adopted; staff report to Council pending
• Noted NOTL supported transit consolidation with Niagara Region On Demand expansion

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) report and receive council updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the TMP discussion and updates from council.

• Discuss TMP report
• Council updates
• Adoption of previous minutes from November 13, 2021

The Transportation Advisory Committee selected Option #1 for the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) review: meet with Stantec once the revised final report is complete, and requested a column showing how comments were addressed. The committee also received updates on regional traffic changes, including a new four-way stop at Concession 6 & York Road and speed limit reductions. No formal decisions were made on these updates.

• Selected Option #1: meet with Stantec after TMP report revisions are complete
• Requested a column in the TMP report to show disposition of submitted comments
• Adopted the agenda as amended
• Approved the minutes from December 14, 2021

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review heritage permit applications for exterior repairs and restoration at 144 and 176 John Street East, and to consider a revised submission for 325 King Street. The committee will also receive correspondence and information reports, and adopt previous minutes.

• Heritage permit application MHC-22-001 for 144 John Street East (Devonian House) repairs and restoration
• Heritage permit application MHC-22-002 for 176 John Street East (Randwood main residence) repairs and restoration
• Review of revised submission for 325 King Street
• Information report on Planning Workshop (November 2021) and Planning Presentation from November 22, 2021 Council meeting
• Correspondence from Marilyn Bartlett re 325 King St

The committee approved heritage permits for exterior repairs and restoration at 144 John Street East (Sheets/Devonian House and Coach House) and 176 John Street East (Randwood main residence), both subject to conditions. It also reviewed a revised submission for 325 King Street and approved a motion reaffirming facade preservation, supporting a heritage walk, and requesting a design charrette to address building height concerns.

• Approved heritage permit HER-65-2021 for exterior repairs at 144 John Street East (Sheets/Devonian House and Coach House)
• Approved heritage permit HER-66-2021 for exterior repairs at 176 John Street East (Randwood main residence)
• Approved motion on 325 King Street reaffirming facade preservation, supporting heritage walk, and requesting design charrette

Community Wellness Committee

The Community Wellness Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative business: adopting the agenda, reviewing previous minutes from November 15, 2021, and addressing committee membership and resignations. They will also receive a status update on past committee recommendations and discuss next steps for focusing on communications. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review committee membership and resignations
• Status update on committee recommendations
• Discussion of next steps for committee communications focus
• Adoption of previous minutes from November 15, 2021

The Community Wellness Committee accepted Catherine Novick's resignation and decided not to fill the vacancy. Members received status updates on community recommendations, including a regional bike path, housing, and an accessible park, and planned monthly wellness articles.

• Accepted Catherine Novick's resignation; no new members to be sought
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes of November 15, 2021
• Adjourned meeting at 10:35 am

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss traffic and parking matters, including possible all-way stop controls at intersections on Prideaux, Victoria, and Regent Streets, and parking bylaw amendments for several streets. The agenda also includes a closed session on solicitor-client privileged advice related to properties on John Street East, a presentation from Friends of Ryerson Park, and a COVID-19 update. Most items are for discussion or consent approval.

• All-way stop control investigation at Prideaux Street @ Victoria Street and @ Regent Street, with parking and traffic bylaw amendments (OPS-22-001)
• Parking and traffic bylaw amendments for Elizabeth Street, Rampart Street, and East & West Line (OPS-22-002)
• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) regarding 144 & 176 John Street East - Provincial Offences
• Presentation by John Scott, Friends of Ryerson Park
• COVID-19 update

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive information reports on OnDemand Transit metrics for November 2021, by-law enforcement for December 2021, and a project status update on ShopNOTL. They will also review minutes from the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion committee and correspondence on various topics including a site plan application, a retirement announcement, and letters to other levels of government.

• OnDemand Transit Metrics for November 2021
• By-law Enforcement Metrics for December 2021
• ShopNOTL Project Status Update
• Circulation - 1579 Four Mile Creek Road - Site Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment
• NOTL receives funding for Ambassadors Program & Queen St Placemaking

Committee of the Whole - Information Packages

This is an information package for the Committee of the Whole, containing reports and correspondence for review. Items include transit and by-law enforcement metrics, a project status update, committee minutes, and various staff and miscellaneous correspondence. No decisions are being made; the items are for information only.

• OnDemand Transit Metrics for November 2021
• By-law Enforcement Metrics for December 2021
• ShopNOTL - Project Status Update
• Circulation - 1579 Four Mile Creek Road - Site Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment
• NOTL receives funding for Ambassadors Program & Queen St Placemaking

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, then discuss business items including the final implementation schedule for the Niagara Adapts workshop and a follow-up presentation on plastic nurdles by Kyra Simone. The committee will also set its focus for the coming period and schedule its next meeting.

• Niagara Adapts Workshop - Final Implementation Schedule
• Nurdles Follow-up - Kyra Simone Presentation
• Committee Focus discussion
• Previous Minutes from December 1, 2021
• Next meeting set for Wednesday, February 2, 2021 at 6 PM

Heritage Trail Committee

The committee approved the agenda and previous minutes, and discussed plans for 2022, including a proposed $5,000 operating budget, a 'Coming Soon' sign for the next phase, and fundraising ideas. A $10,000 donation from Wise Guys was reported, and a grant application was denied. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Agenda adopted as amended
• Minutes from November 9, 2021 approved
• Committee to develop wording and design for 'Coming Soon' sign
• Trail Blazer sign ordered, estimated delivery 4-6 weeks
• Next meeting set for March 8, 2022

Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to review the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake's HR policies, discuss a DEI calendar of observances, and set objectives for 2022. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and standard procedural items.

• Review of Town of NOTL HR Policies
• DEI calendar - Days and Periods of Observance
• 2022 Objectives and Opportunities

The Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee met and approved the agenda and previous minutes. They reviewed the Town's HR policies, with recommendations to be forwarded to staff, and discussed 2022 objectives including DEI education, Black History Month support, and a report to Council. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Agenda adopted as presented
• Minutes of November 8, 2021 adopted
• HR policy review recommendations to be forwarded to Sarah Stevens
• April spelling error in DEI calendar corrected

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee meets to review town HR policies, plan a DEI calendar of observances, and set 2022 objectives. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes from November 8, 2021, and standard procedural items.

• Review and recommendations on Town of NOTL HR Policies
• DEI calendar - Days and Periods of Observance
• 2022 Objectives and Opportunities
• Adoption of November 8, 2021 minutes

The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee meeting on January 10, 2022, was unable to proceed because fewer than the required number of members were present. No decisions were made, and the meeting will be rescheduled to a later date.

• Meeting not called to order due to lack of quorum
• Meeting to be rescheduled to a later date

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a planning meeting to receive delegations, a presentation on proposed urban boundary adjustments, and hold statutory public meetings for zoning by-law amendments at 28 Prideaux Street and 325 King Street. The committee will also consider consent agenda items, including consent applications at 9 Dee Road and a site plan application at 996 Concession 6 Road.

• Delegation on 680 York Road and Westwood Court trees
• Niagara Official Plan proposed urban boundary technical adjustments presentation
• Statutory public meeting: 28 Prideaux Street zoning by-law amendment
• Statutory public meeting: 325 King Street Official Plan and zoning by-law amendment
• Consent applications B-14/21 and B-15/21 at 9 Dee Road

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing an information package that includes two public meetings for zoning by-law amendments at 28 Prideaux Street and 325 King Street, along with various reports, correspondence, and minutes from other committees. The committee will also consider staff correspondence on transit consolidation and COVID-19 responses, as well as resolutions from other municipalities.

• Public meeting for zoning by-law amendment at 28 Prideaux Street
• Public meeting for Official Plan and zoning by-law amendment at 325 King Street
• Committee of Adjustment minutes from November 2021
• Court of Revision minutes from December 14, 2021
• Media release on consolidating transit systems

Committee of the Whole - Information Packages

This is an information package for the Committee of the Whole, containing reports, minutes, and correspondence for review. The most substantive items are two public meetings scheduled for zoning by-law amendments at 28 Prideaux Street and 325 King Street. The package also includes committee minutes, staff correspondence, and resolutions from other municipalities.

• Public meeting for zoning by-law amendment at 28 Prideaux Street
• Public meeting for Official Plan and zoning by-law amendment at 325 King Street
• Committee of Adjustment minutes from November 2021
• Court of Revision minutes from December 14, 2021
• Media release on consolidating transit systems

Irrigation Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee is meeting virtually to discuss routine business, including a year-end update, the 2022 budget, irrigation billing for 2022, a permission-to-take-water update, and pump status. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or decisions detailed in the provided text.

• Year End Update
• 2022 Budget
• Irrigation Billing for 2022
• Permission To Take Water Update
• Pump Status Update

The Irrigation Committee meeting on January 5, 2022, was largely informational. Staff provided updates on the Ontario Power Generating site-access agreement (still awaiting legal opinion), winterization of pumps and siphons, the Eastchester Expansion report, and the 2022 budget. No formal decisions or votes were taken on substantive matters.

• Adopted agenda (moved by Kurt Neumann)
• Accepted previous minutes from November 17, 2021 as amended (moved by Councillor Erwin Wiens, seconded by Kurt Neumann)