Niagara-on-the-Lake public meetings in 2025

Open House

The body is holding an open house regarding a notice of complete application for a zoning by-law amendment. This session is scheduled for December 22, 2025.

• ZBA-26-2025: Zoning application for 52 and 56 Shaw's Lane

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review Minor Variance Application A-23/25 for the property at 2080 Niagara Stone Road (CDS-25-190). The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, agenda adoption, conflict of interest declaration, and approval of previous minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2026.

• Minor Variance Application A-23/25 – 2080 Niagara Stone Road (CDS-25-190)

The Committee of Adjustment approved Minor Variance Application A-23/25 for 2080 Niagara Stone Road after discussion, with no public objections. The November 20, 2025 minutes were approved by unanimous consent. The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 p.m.

• Approved Minor Variance Application A-23/25 for 2080 Niagara Stone Road (motion accepted)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)

Information Package

This meeting is an information package containing public announcements and correspondence. There are no items listed for decision or formal vote.

• Updates to Building Permit By-law and Planning & Building Fees
• Public meeting for Queen-Picton Heritage Conservation District Plan
• Niagara Region correspondence regarding 2026 Waste Management and Water/Wastewater budgets
• Letters of support for the Niagara on the Lake Museum Capital Expansion Project
• Announcement of a new Director of Public Works & Infrastructure

Council Meeting

Council will review a recommendation for cash-in-lieu of parking at 245 King Street and the Province of Ontario Blue Box recycling transition. The body will also vote on several by-laws regarding taxes, municipal services, and residential units.

• By-law 2025-070: 2026 Interim Levy of Realty Taxes
• Cash-in-Lieu of Parking Request for 245 King Street (Irish Harp)
• Province of Ontario Blue Box Transition for recycling collection
• By-laws for Additional Residential Units (2025-073, 4316FZ-25, 500YT-25)
• By-law 2025-071: Assumption of Municipal Services for Vintages at Four Mile Creek

The council approved a one‑year curbside recycling service for 67 downtown properties at a cost of $63,002, with $51,916 funded from the Municipal Accommodation Tax reserve. It also approved a batch of tax cancellation, reduction and refund applications under Section 357 of the Municipal Act. Several by‑laws, including By‑law 2025‑072 for Four Mile Creek Road, were passed, and motions on the Cash‑in‑Lieu parking request and the 2052 York Rd land‑use case were resolved.

• Approved $63,002 one‑year curbside recycling contract for downtown properties, $51,916 funded from MAT reserve (Approved)
• Approved cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes for Application Nos. 2023-00029, 2024-00013‑00016, 2025-00001‑00010 under Section 357 (Approved)
• Approved By‑law 2025‑072 (1839 Four Mile Creek Road) and related by‑laws 4745K‑25, 2025‑070, 2025‑071, 4316FY‑25, 2025‑073, 4316FZ‑25, 500YT‑25, 2025‑074 (Approved)
• Approved motion to refer Cash‑in‑Lieu of Parking request (245 King St) back to staff for impact study (Approved)
• Defeated motion to retain legal counsel and external planner for mediation on 2052 York Rd (Defeated)
• Approved motion to instruct legal counsel to reach settlement for 2052 York Rd variance applications (Approved)

Council Workshop Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Council workshop on Dec. 9, 2025 will include routine items such as call to order, agenda adoption, and conflict‑of‑interest declaration. The only substantive agenda item is a presentation by NPG Planning Solutions on findings from community engagement related to the former hospital site at 176 Wellington Street. No decisions or votes are scheduled for this item.

• Presentation: NPG Planning Solutions – Findings on Community Engagement – Former Hospital Site – 176 Wellington Street

The council adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It received a presentation from NPG Planning Solutions on community engagement for the former hospital site at 176 Wellington Street, endorsed the guiding principles, and instructed staff to return in January 2026 with options for council consideration. The meeting was adjourned at 5:17 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (Approved)
• Received NPG Planning presentation and endorsed guiding principles (Approved)
• Directed staff to return Jan 2026 with options for former hospital site (Approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:17 p.m. (Approved)

Information Package

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will present a news release confirming approval of the 2026 budget and issue a town statement correcting misinformation about the Royal George Theatre. The meeting also includes several letters and emails from other municipalities and provincial officials covering topics such as professional activity day, bail reform, conservation authorities, and a capital expansion project for the local museum. No items are listed for decision at this meeting.

• News Release - Council Approves 2026 Budget
• Town Statement - Town Corrects Community Misinformation Regarding the Royal George Theatre
• The City of Brantford Email re: Professional Activity Day on Municipal Election Day
• The City of Windsor Email re: Bill 68 Conservation Authorities Act
• Niagara on the Lake Museum Letter re: Capital Expansion Project

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will consider two heritage permit applications: a revision for 6 Picton Street (CDS-25-191) and a garage addition for 646 King Street (CDS-25-186). It will also review the draft Phase 2 Heritage Conservation District Plan (CDS-25-188). Decisions on these items will be made during the meeting.

• 6 Picton Street – heritage permit application revision (CDS-25-191)
• 646 King Street – heritage permit application for garage addition (CDS-25-186)
• Heritage Conservation District Plan – Phase 2 draft (CDS-25-188)

The Municipal Heritage Committee adopted the agenda and approved the previous meeting minutes. It recommended that the heritage permit for a detached garage at 646 King Street be sent to Council for approval, subject to conditions. The committee also endorsed the findings of the Queen‑Picton (Old Town) Heritage Conservation District Plan and recommended that Council consider the plan for implementation.

• Adopted agenda as amended – approved
• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes – approved
• Recommended 646 King Street garage heritage permit to Council, subject to conditions – approved
• Endorsed Queen‑Picton (Old Town) Heritage Conservation District Plan findings and recommended Council consider implementation – approved

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council will consider the 2026 operating and capital budgets and proposed user fees. It will also consider three by‑laws: one setting 2026 fees and charges, one adopting the 2026 town budget, and one updating council proceedings. Attachments include budget summaries, fee schedules, and departmental breakdowns.

• 2026 operating and capital budgets (CS‑25‑032)
• By‑law No. 2025‑067 – 2026 Fees & Charges
• By‑law No. 2025‑068 – 2026 Town Budget
• By‑law No. 2025‑069 – Council Proceedings By‑law

The council adopted the meeting agenda, received the 2026 Budgets and User Fees information report, and approved three by-laws establishing 2026 fees and charges, adopting the 2026 capital and operating budgets, and updating council proceedings. The meeting was then adjourned to a Committee of the Whole at 5:35 p.m.

• Agenda adopted (approved)
• Information Report 2026 Budgets and User Fees received for information (approved)
• By-law No. 2025-067 – 2026 Fees & Charges approved
• By-law No. 2025-068 – 2026 Town Budget approved
• By-law No. 2025-069 – Council Proceedings By-law approved
• Council adjourned at 5:35 p.m. (approved)

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole – Planning will consider several recommendation reports, including future cost estimates for the Heritage Trail (OPS-25-029). It will also review amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for 1839 Four Mile Creek Road, and housekeeping amendments to the Additional Residential Units policies. Additional items include proposals for 2026 cash‑in‑lieu of parking indexing and development charges indexing.

• Heritage Trail – Future Costs (OPS-25-029)
• 1839 Four Mile Creek Road Official Plan Amendment (OPA-03-2025) & Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA-03-2025)
• Additional Residential Units (ARUs) Housekeeping Amendments (OPA-08-2025, ZBA-16-2025)
• Proposed 2026 Cash‑in‑Lieu of Parking Indexing (CS-25-030)
• Proposed 2026 Development Charges Indexing (CS-25-029)

The council adopted the agenda and received information reports for Regent/Market Streets and Four Mile Creek Road. It approved funding for the Heritage Trail staffing ($170,170) and approved the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 1839 Four Mile Creek Road. Additional approvals included the ARU policy amendments, the town’s assumption of services for the Vintages subdivision, a 4.2% increase to cash‑in‑lieu parking fees, and a licence for Dandor Winery. The Master Business Licensing Program was deferred to the next term.

• Adopted agenda (approved)
• Received information reports for 224‑226 Regent St/42 Market St and 308 Four Mile Creek Rd (approved)
• Approved Heritage Trail in‑kind staffing costs of $170,170 (approved)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment OPA‑03‑2025 and Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑03‑2025 for 1839 Four Mile Creek Rd (approved)
• Approved Additional Residential Unit policy amendments OPA‑08‑2025 and ZBA‑16‑2025 (approved)
• Approved town assumption of services for Vintages at Four Mile Creek Subdivision (approved)
• Approved cash‑in‑lieu parking indexing at $75,716 per stall (4.2% increase) effective Jan 1 2026 (approved)
• Approved Dandor Winery Manufacturer’s Limited Liquor Sales Licence (approved)

Information Package

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will review a series of public announcements and correspondence items during the meeting. Items include news releases from the Lord Mayor, heritage project invitations, and updates from the Niagara Region and other municipalities. No formal decisions or votes are listed; the agenda is informational only.

• News Release – Lord Mayor Zalepa Hosting Open Office Hours to Residents
• News Release – Niagara-on-the-Lake Invites Community Input on Three Ongoing Heritage Projects
• Niagara Region Email – Water Safety Training Motion
• Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority Email – Federal Program Changes – 2 Billion Trees
• Watson & Associates Economists Email – Proposed Water and Wastewater Public Corporations Act

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee will meet to receive updates on trail construction and review results from 'Paws on the Trail'. The committee will also discuss potential funding opportunities.

• Trail Construction Update
• Paws on the Trail results
• Funding Opportunities

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole – Planning will hold a statutory public meeting to review the Official Plan Update. Attendees will examine the third‑draft Official Plan (both redlined and clean versions), a comment matrix, and sections of ongoing review. The meeting is for discussion and public input; no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Statutory Public Meeting – Official Plan Update
• Official Plan Update – Statutory Public Meeting – CDS-25-177
• Appendix I – Redlined Third Draft Official Plan
• Appendix II – Clean Version Third Draft Official Plan
• Appendix III – Comment Matrix

The council adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It formally received Information Report CDS-25-177, the Official Plan Update from the Statutory Public Meeting. The meeting was adjourned to the next Special Council (Budget) meeting on December 2, 2025.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous approval)
• Received Official Plan Update report CDS-25-177 (approved)
• Adjourned meeting to Dec 2, 2025 Special Council (budget) meeting (approved)

Special Council Meeting

The Town Council is meeting to consider by-laws regarding the development of a theatre and associated secondary uses. This includes a zoning by-law amendment and an amendment to the Town's Official Plan for specific properties.

• By-law No. 4316FX-25: Rezoning 178-188 Victoria Street and 79-83 Queen Street for a theatre
• By-law No. 2025-065: Amendment to the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake Official Plan for 178-188 Victoria Street and 79-83 Queen Street
• By-law No. 2025-066: Confirmation of Council proceedings

The council approved three by‑laws that rezone 178‑188 Victoria Street and 79‑83 Queen Street to allow a theatre development and amend the Official Plan. The vote on the by‑laws was 5 in favour and 3 against. The agenda was adopted and the meeting adjourned as scheduled.

• Approved By-law No. 4316FX-25 rezoning for theatre development (5‑3)
• Approved By-law No. 2025-065 amendment to the Official Plan (5‑3)
• Approved By-law No. 2025-066 confirmation of meeting proceedings (5‑3)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting to Committee of the Whole – Planning (unanimous)

Open House

The council will hold an open house and public meeting for the complete application of Phase 2 at 308 Four Mile Creek Road (ZBA‑24‑2025, 26CD‑18‑25‑06). No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for public information and discussion.

• Open House – ZBA‑24‑2025, 26CD‑18‑25‑06 – 308 Four Mile Creek Road (Phase 2) Notice of Complete Application

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold a public session on Monday, November 24, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. via video conference. The agenda lists an Open House for the ZBA‑25‑2025 application located at 46 Paxton Lane (Holding). No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for public information and discussion of the application.

• Open House – ZBA-25-2025 – 46 Paxton Lane (Holding)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review several development applications. These include a Legal Non‑conforming Use application for 369 Mary Street (LNCU‑01/25) and a consent application plus two minor variance applications for 670 King Street (B‑11‑25, A‑16‑25, A‑17‑25). The committee will consider the submitted drawings, location sketches, and town and agency comments. A decision on each application will be made at this meeting.

• Legal Non‑conforming Use Application LNCU‑01/25 – 369 Mary Street
• Consent Application B‑11‑25 – 670 King Street
• Minor Variance Application A‑16‑25 – 670 King Street
• Minor Variance Application A‑17‑25 – 670 King Street
• Approval of minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting

The Committee of Adjustment accepted the staff recommendation and approved Consent Application B-11/25, including Minor Variance Applications A-16/25 and A-17/25, with a series of conditions. The Committee also approved the Legal Non-conforming Use Application LNCU-01/25 for 369 Mary Street, subject to archaeological, tree‑protection and site‑plan conditions. The October 16, 2025 minutes were approved by unanimous consent. The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

• Approved Legal Non-conforming Use Application LNCU-01/25 for 369 Mary Street (conditions applied)
• Approved Consent Application B-11/25 (conditions applied)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-16/25 (conditions applied)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-17/25 (conditions applied)
• Approved October 16, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent

Information Package

This meeting is an information package containing public announcements and correspondence. No decisions are being made; the body is reviewing news releases and communications from other municipalities.

• Appointment of Interim Director of Planning, Building and Development Services
• News release regarding the Niagara District Court House
• Correspondence from City of Niagara Falls regarding Water Safety Resolution
• Correspondence from Town of Goderich regarding alcohol container return and waste management
• Letter to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding the Special Economic Zones Act, 2025

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council will review several zoning by-law amendments and a subdivision agreement. The body is also considering a liquor sales license application and receiving a report on the Royal George Theatre rebuild.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 1829 Concession 4 Road (ZBA-16-2024)
• Stone Eagle Winery Corp. application for Manufacturer's Limited Liquor Sales Licence
• Opulence Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement (By-law 2025-063)
• Zoning amendments for 228 Queen Street and NW Side of King Street south of Cottage Street
• All Way Stop installation at Line 3 and Concession 1

The council amended the agenda to lift several items and then adopted the amended agenda. It approved a zoning by‑law amendment (ZBA‑22‑2025) that removes the “Holding (H)” symbol from the northwest side of King Street south of Cottage Street, and also adopted the ZBA‑16‑2024 amendment for 1829 Concession 4 Road. A private tree by‑law was defeated by a 4‑to‑5 vote. The council approved the reconsideration of the Royal George Theatre report (6‑3) but rejected the subsequent staff directive, and accepted the Shaw Festival’s submission on the theatre rebuild.

• Agenda amendment to lift items 9.2, 8.1, 8.3 approved
• Amended agenda adopted
• Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑22‑2025 removing Holding symbol on King Street approved
• Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑16‑2024 for 1829 Concession 4 Road approved
• Private Tree By‑law adoption defeated (4‑5 vote)
• Reconsideration of Royal George Theatre recommendation report approved (6‑3 vote)
• Staff directive on Royal George Theatre revisions defeated
• Shaw Festival submission on Royal George Theatre rebuild received and approved

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council will adopt its agenda, hear a presentation on the 2026 budget amendments, and consider a series of proposed amendments submitted by councillors. After discussion, Finance will provide an update on the budget status based on any adopted changes. The meeting also includes a by‑law to confirm the council proceedings.

• AMD‑2025‑01 – Extend Multi‑Child Discount
• AMD‑2025‑02 – Delete Wayfinding Signage
• AMD‑2025‑03 – Parking Rates Increase
• AMD‑2025‑05 – Riverbeach Docks
• AMD‑2025‑07 – Niagara College Grant

Council approved three budget amendments: extending the 15% multi‑child discount to swim team, recreation and camp programs (estimated levy impact $3,000), deleting the $100,000 Wayfinding Signage project, and upgrading the Development Engineer position to a fully accredited engineer at an additional cost of $64,000. Proposals to increase parking rates, fund parks signage, build Riverbeach floating docks, and change the Niagara College grant funding were defeated. By‑law 2025‑062 confirming the meeting proceedings was also approved.

• Approved extension of multi‑child discount to swim team, recreation and camp programs (AMD‑2025‑01)
• Approved deletion of Wayfinding Signage project (Project C02642) costing $100,000 (AMD‑2025‑02)
• Approved upgrade of Development Engineer position to accredited engineer, costing $64,000 (AMD‑2025‑06)
• Defeated parking rates increase of $0.25 generating $152,000 (AMD‑2025‑03)
• Defeated parks signage funding of $28,000 from MAT reserve (AMD‑2025‑04)
• Defeated Riverbeach floating docks funding of $41,000 from MAT reserve (AMD‑2025‑05)
• Defeated amendment to change Niagara College grant funding source (AMD‑2025‑07)
• Defeated reduction of Niagara College grant from $30,000 to $20,000 (AMD‑2025‑07)

Open House

The council will hold an open house to present the complete application for ZBA‑23‑2025 concerning the properties at 224‑226 Regent Street and 42 Market Street. This session is for public information and comment; no formal decision is scheduled.

• Open House – ZBA‑23‑2025 – complete application for 224‑226 Regent St and 42 Market St

Information Package

This meeting consists of an information package containing public announcements and correspondence. There are no items listed for decision or formal discussion.

• News release regarding the town's response to an early winter
• News release thanking Kirsten McCauley
• Correspondence from the Niagara Ontario Health Team regarding finding family doctors or nurse practitioners
• Correspondence from other municipalities regarding blue box collection, swim training, and automated speed enforcement

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee will meet to receive a presentation from AECOM regarding an Irrigation Engineering Report. The committee will also discuss meters and receive an update on pump status.

• AECOM Irrigation Engineering Report presentation
• Discussion on meters
• Pump status update

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will review a Recommendation Report for 178-188 Victoria Street and 79-83 Queen Street, which includes a draft Official Plan amendment and a draft Zoning By-law amendment for the Royal George Theatre property. Additional reports on municipal facilities space optimization, a new Private Tree By-law, an urban speed‑limit reduction, and an all‑way stop at Line 3 Road and Concession 1 Road will also be discussed. A motion to fill a Library Board vacancy will be presented.

• Recommendation Report – 178-188 Victoria St, 79-83 Queen St (Royal George Theatre) – includes draft Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments (CDS-25-158)
• Municipal Facilities Space Optimization (FES-25-018)
• Private Tree By-law (FES-25-021)
• Urban Speed Limit Reduction (OPS-25-022)
• All‑Way Stop Control at Line 3 Road and Concession 1 Road intersection (OPS-25-031)

The Committee of the Whole voted to defeat the recommendation report for the Royal George Theatre Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By‑law Amendment. Council approved a delegation to study senior‑housing options at Memorial Park ball diamond. The Town approved a $869,946 insurance renewal with Marsh Canada Ltd. and adopted new urban speed‑limit policies and an all‑way stop at Line 3 Road and Concession 1 Road.

• Defeated Royal George Theatre Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By‑law Amendment
• Approved delegation to investigate senior‑housing opportunities at Memorial Park ball diamond
• Approved staff investigation of design and amenity requirements for Royal George Theatre project
• Approved $869,946 corporate insurance renewal with Marsh Canada Ltd.
• Approved urban speed‑limit policy establishing 40 km/h as default on local roads and related signage
• Approved installation of an all‑way stop at Line 3 Road and Concession 1 Road
• Defeated amendment to Private Tree By‑law outsourcing tree‑appeal process
• Approved 2026 Council and Committee of the Whole meeting schedule

Council Workshop Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Council will hold a workshop on November 11, 2025. The meeting includes a presentation of the Parks and Recreation Masterplan by Danielle Lenarcic Biss of Thinc Design and Mary Catherine Mehak of Kelly & Associates Inc. No formal motions or decisions are listed on the agenda. Presentation materials are attached as PDFs.

• Presentation of Parks and Recreation Masterplan by Danielle Lenarcic Biss (Thinc Design) and Mary Catherine Mehak (Kelly & Associates Inc.)
• NOTL Parks and Rec Masterplan – Nov. 11 Presentation (PDF)
• 2025-11-06 Executive Summary – Parks and Rec Masterplan (PDF)
• 2025-11-06 Final Draft – Parks and Rec Masterplan with Appendices (PDF)

The council adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It directed staff to prepare a report on the Parks and Recreation Masterplan, to be returned in the first quarter of 2026, linking it to the strategic plan and budget. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda (approved)
• Direct staff to report on Parks and Recreation Masterplan in Q1 2026 (approved)
• Adjourn meeting (approved)

Open House

The body is holding an open house regarding a complete application for ZBA-21-2025. This session is for the property located at 727 East and West Line.

• Open House for ZBA-21-2025 regarding 727 East and West Line

Information Package

The council will receive a series of public announcements and correspondence, including a message from Lord Mayor Zalepa supporting Canada’s efforts to secure Jimmy Lai’s release, an update on the 2026 proposed budget process, and a short‑term rental licensing update. Additional items include emails from the Niagara Region, other municipalities and local organizations on topics such as procurement by‑law changes, food insecurity, and free parking in the Heritage District.

• Message from Lord Mayor Zalepa – support for Canada’s efforts to secure Jimmy Lai’s release
• News release – update on the 2026 proposed budget process
• Public announcement – short‑term rental licensing update
• Niagara Region email – repeal and replacement of the procurement by‑law
• Watson and Associates email – changes to the Development Charges Framework – Bill 60

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will review the Conservation and Commemoration Plan for 178‑188 Victoria Street. It will consider heritage grant applications for foundation repair at 240 Gate Street and door replacement at 54‑58 Queen Street. The committee will examine a notice of intent to demolish the building at 630 King Street. Finally, it will discuss the proposed Heritage Property Tax Rebate Program.

• Conservation and Commemoration Plan review for 178‑188 Victoria Street (CDS‑25‑175)
• Heritage grant application for foundation repair at 240 Gate Street (CDS‑25‑162)
• Heritage permit and grant application for door replacement at 54‑58 Queen Street (CDS‑25‑163)
• Notice of intent to demolish at 630 King Street (CDS‑25‑164)
• Heritage Property Tax Rebate Program proposal (CDS‑25‑167)

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved an amendment to add $15,000 for Heritage Grants in the 2026 budget. It endorsed the Conservation and Commemoration Plan for the Royal George Theatre Site and approved several heritage permits and grants, including $2,825 for a door replacement at 54‑58 Queen Street and $7,445.40 for foundation repair at 240 Gate Street. The Committee also directed staff to issue a Notice of Incomplete Application for the demolition intent at 630 King Street and accepted the Heritage Property Tax Rebate Program report.

• Approved $15,000 budget amendment for Heritage Grants (motion by Gary Burroughs)
• Adopted agenda as amended (motion by Gary Burroughs)
• Endorsed Conservation and Commemoration Plan for Royal George Theatre Site (item 6.1)
• Approved Heritage Permit and $2,825 grant for door replacement at 54‑58 Queen Street (item 6.2)
• Approved Heritage Grant and $7,445.40 funding for foundation repair at 240 Gate Street (item 6.3)
• Directed staff to issue Notice of Incomplete Application for 630 King Street demolition (item 6.4)
• Approved receipt of Heritage Property Tax Rebate Program report (item 6.5)
• Set next meeting date for December 3, 2025

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole – Planning will consider recommendation reports on three zoning by‑law amendment applications: 228 Queen Street (ZBA‑18‑2025), the northwest side of King Street south of Cottage Street (ZBA‑22‑2025), and the Opulence Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement (File 26T‑18‑24‑04). It will also receive a public‑meeting information report for Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 3 and an information report on the Queen Street Secondary Plan.

• 228 Queen Street – Zoning By‑law Amendment Application (ZBA‑18‑2025, CDS‑25‑146)
• Northwest side of King Street, south of Cottage Street – Zoning By‑law Amendment (ZBA‑22‑2025, CDS‑25‑166)
• Opulence Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement (File 26T‑18‑24‑04, CDS‑25‑168)
• Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 3 – Draft Plan of Subdivision & Zoning By‑law Amendment (File 26T‑18‑25‑01, ZBA‑19‑2025, CDS‑25‑155)
• Queen Street Secondary Plan – Information Report (CDS‑25‑174)

The Committee of the Whole approved the removal of the holding symbol on 228 Queen Street and on the northwest side of King Street south of Cottage Street. It also approved the Subdivision Agreement for Opulence Phase 1, authorizing the Lord Mayor and Clerk to execute it. An information report on the Queen Street Secondary Plan was received.

• Approved removal of holding symbol for 228 Queen Street (ZBA‑18‑2025)
• Approved removal of holding symbol for northwest side of King Street south of Cottage Street (ZBA‑22‑2025)
• Approved Opulence Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement (File 26T‑18‑24‑04)
• Authorized Lord Mayor and Clerk to execute Opulence Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement
• Received Queen Street Secondary Plan Information Report (CDS‑25‑174)

Information Package

The council will receive two news releases – one announcing an update to the Dock Area Masterplan and another providing the October Council Update. It will also review a series of emails from other municipalities covering topics such as rent protection, repeat sexual offender laws, blue‑box recycling, community infrastructure funding, school‑program closures, spray control, public‑safety requirements, HST/GST removal for new homes, and conservation fee freezes. No items are marked for decision at this meeting.

• News Release – Niagara-on-the-Lake Launches Update to Dock Area Masterplan
• News Release – October Council Update
• Email – City of Cambridge: Rent Protection for Tenants
• Email – City of Port Colborne: Support to Strengthen Laws for Repeat Sexual Offenders
• Email – Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury: Removing HST GST from New Homes to Support Housing Affordability

Special Council Meeting

The Council will receive a presentation and review recommendation reports regarding the 2026 budget. This includes discussions on proposed operating and capital expenditures as well as updated user fees and charges.

• Proposed 2026 User Fees and Charges (CS-25-024)
• 2026 Proposed Operating and Capital Budgets (CS-25-026)
• 2026 Operating Budget Presentation
• Proceedings By-law No. 2025-061

The council adopted the agenda, approved the proposed 2026 user fees and charges, and received the 2026 Mayor’s Proposed Operating and Capital Budget. A by‑law confirming the meeting proceedings was also approved, and the council adjourned at 3:52 p.m.

• Agenda adoption – Approved
• Receive and approve proposed 2026 user fees and charges – Approved
• Receive 2026 Mayor’s Proposed Operating and Capital Budget – Approved
• Acknowledge start of 20‑day review period for the budget – Approved
• Proceedings By‑law No. 2025‑061 confirming the meeting – Approved
• Council adjournment at 3:52 p.m. – Approved

Council Meeting

The council will adopt the agenda and receive the Lord Mayor’s report. Members will consider several motions, including the transfer of Stewart and Concession 6 Roads, a proposal for a contractor parking permit program, and support for St. Davids Hydroponics. The meeting will also approve multiple by‑laws affecting 61 Melville Street, 1634 Four Mile Creek Road, and the town’s building‑permit regulations.

• Motion to transfer Stewart and Concession 6 Roads (Lord Mayor Zalepa)
• Notice of Motion for Development of a Contractor Parking Permit Program (Councillor Balasiuk)
• By‑law 4316EX(1)-25‑25 – 61 Melville Street (ZBA‑13‑2025)
• By‑law 4316FW‑25 – 1634 Four Mile Creek Road (ZBA‑10‑2025)
• By‑law 2025‑059 – Building Permit By‑law

Council approved a resolution directing staff to seek transfer of Stewart Road authority to the Town of Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake and the town‑owned portion of Concession 6 Road to the Region of Niagara. The council also approved a mediation approach for the 2052 York Road land‑use applications, approved several tax‑refund applications, and supported the St. David’s Hydroponics cogeneration project. In addition, the council paused the Part IV heritage designations for 116 and 120 Delater Street pending further research.

• Adopted agenda with non‑agenda delegation (approved)
• Paused Part IV designation process for 116 & 120 Delater St pending research (approved)
• Defeated recommendation to refer report back to staff and Agricultural Committee (approved)
• Approved mediation for Minor Variance Applications A‑14/25, A‑15/25 and Consent B‑10/25 (5‑2)
• Approved tax refund applications under Section 357 (approved)
• Approved resolution to transfer Stewart Road authority to town and Concession 6 Road to region (approved)
• Approved support for St. David’s Hydroponics cogeneration project and directed staff to prepare a letter of support (approved)
• Approved minutes of various committees (approved)

Open House

The body is holding an open house regarding a complete application for 46 Paxton Lane. This session is scheduled for October 27, 2025.

• Open House for application 26T-18-25-02 at 46 Paxton Lane

Information Package

This is an information-only meeting with no decisions to be made. The agenda includes a news release about the annual Christmas parade and various correspondence from other municipalities regarding water safety, conservation fees, and fire certification deadlines.

• Christmas parade announcement
• Correspondence on water safety and swim-to-survive training
• Correspondence on conservation fee freeze
• Correspondence on fire certification deadline extensions
• Correspondence on aerial spraying

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will review and vote on a proposed amendment to the Short‑Term Rental By‑law that sets new limits (FES‑25‑013). It will also consider a new Town Building Permit By‑law (CDS‑25‑152), a recommendation to increase planning and building application fees (CDS‑25‑160), and notices of motion on road transfers and hydroponics. Additional presentations include the Niagara EMS 10‑year master plan and a review of current building fees.

• Short Term Rental By‑law Amendment – Limits (FES‑25‑013)
• New Town Building Permit By‑law (CDS‑25‑152)
• Planning and Building Fee Review recommendation (CDS‑25‑160)
• Notice of Motion – Transfer of Stewart and Concession 6 Roads (Lord Mayor Zalepa)
• Notice of Motion – St. Davids Hydroponics LT 2 Cogeneration (Councillor Wiens)

The council approved the recommended increase to planning and building fees to start Jan 1 2026 and adopted a new Building Permit By‑Law. It also directed staff to investigate a centrally located EMS site and to issue two short‑term rental licenses for 233 King St. Unit 3. Additional approvals included a draft irrigation by‑law for Schenk Properties and a change to the tenancy agreement at 99 River Beach Drive.

• Adopted agenda (approved)
• Approved closed session to consider land acquisition (approved)
• Approved EMS site investigation directive (approved, as amended)
• Approved planning and building fee increase effective Jan 1 2026 (approved)
• Directed issuance of two short‑term rental licenses for 233 King St. Unit 3 (approved)
• Approved new Building Permit By‑Law (approved)
• Approved draft by‑law for reduced irrigation buy‑in for Schenk Properties (approved)
• Approved change to annual then month‑to‑month tenancy for 99 River Beach Drive (approved, as amended)

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold an open house on October 20, 2025 for the Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 3 application, located on the south side of Warner Road. The meeting is for public information and discussion of the complete application. No decisions or votes are scheduled for this session.

• Open house for Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 3 (application 26T-18-25-01 & ZBA-19-2025)
• Location: south side of Warner Road

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment will consider five applications for zoning changes and minor variances at the Council Chambers on October 16, 2025. The agenda also includes the approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a notice of appeal regarding properties on York Road.

• Consent Application B-12/25 at 380 Nassau Street
• Minor Variance Application A-18/25 at 1523 Niagara Stone Road
• Minor Variance Application A-19/25 at 638 Queenston Road
• Minor Variance Application A-20/25 at 52 Homestead Drive
• Minor Variance Application A-22/25 at 130 Front Street

The Committee of Adjustment approved the consent application for 380 Nassau Street, removing two conditions. It also approved four minor variance applications: 1523 Niagara Stone Road, 638 Queenston Road, 52 Homestead Drive, and 130 Front Street. The September 18, 2025 meeting minutes were adopted by unanimous consent.

• Approved Consent Application B-12/25 – 380 Nassau Street (conditions 3 & 4 removed)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-18/25 – 1523 Niagara Stone Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-19/25 – 638 Queenston Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-20/25 – 52 Homestead Drive
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-22/25 – 130 Front Street

Information Package

The council will receive an information package that includes a news release announcing a 400‑year‑old white oak tree in Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake as the 2025 Ontario Tree Pageant winner. It also contains the town’s October newsletter, an update on Sandalwood Pond, and various letters from other municipalities and agencies. No items are slated for a vote or formal decision at this meeting.

• News Release – 400‑Year‑Old Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake White Oak Tree named 2025 Ontario Tree Pageant winner
• Town Statement – Update on Sandalwood Pond
• NOTL News – October Edition
• City of Pickering Email – Elect Respect
• Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Email – Update of Compliance Policy

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee will discuss a status update on trail construction, review the results of the "Paws on the Trail" program, and consider new funding opportunities. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, reviewing previous minutes from August 20, 2025, and setting the next meeting date.

• Trail Construction Update
• Paws on the Trail – Results
• Funding Opportunities
• Review of August 20, 2025 minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for November 26, 2025

Irrigation Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee will review a pump status update and an OMAFA irrigation tour. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda adoption, conflict‑of‑interest declaration, and approval of previous minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2025.

• Pump status update
• OMAFA irrigation tour
• Adoption of agenda
• Conflict of interest declaration
• Next meeting date set for November 12, 2025

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Planning Committee will review recommendation reports for zoning by‑law amendments at 1634 Four Mile Creek Road (ZBA‑10‑2025), 61 Melville Street (ZBA‑13‑2025), and 1829 Concession 4 Road (ZBA‑16‑2024). A public meeting on the 1317 York Road OPA‑07‑2025 and ZBA‑15‑2025 application will also be discussed. The meeting follows the usual call to order, agenda adoption, conflict‑of‑interest declaration, and member announcements.

• 1634 Four Mile Creek Road – Zoning By‑law Amendment (ZBA‑10‑2025) – Recommendation Report
• 61 Melville Street – Zoning By‑law Amendment (ZBA‑13‑2025) – Recommendation Report
• 1829 Concession 4 Road – Zoning By‑law Amendment (ZBA‑16‑2024) – Recommendation Report
• 1317 York Road – OPA‑07‑2025 and ZBA‑15‑2025 public meeting materials
• Public meetings and staff presentations for the 1317 York Road application

The Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda and received an information report on 1317 York Road. It approved zoning by-law amendment applications for 1634 Four Mile Creek Road (ZBA‑10‑2025) and 61 Melville Street (ZBA‑13‑2025). It approved the amendment for 1829 Concession 4 Road (ZBA‑16‑2024) but referred the report back to staff and the Agricultural Committee for further review.

• Adopted agenda as presented (approved)
• Received OPA‑07‑2025 and ZBA‑15‑2025 information report for 1317 York Road (approved)
• Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑10‑2025 for 1634 Four Mile Creek Road (forwarded to Council for adoption)
• Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑13‑2025 for 61 Melville Street (forwarded to Council for adoption)
• Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑16‑2024 for 1829 Concession 4 Road (referred)
• Referred ZBA‑16‑2024 report to staff and Agricultural Committee for review (approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:11 p.m. (approved)

Information Package

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is holding an information-only meeting on October 2, 2025. The agenda includes public announcements, correspondence from other municipalities, and the release of the second draft of the updated Official Plan.

• Release of second draft of updated Official Plan
• Town statement on settlement with Hummel Properties Inc.
• Correspondence on mental health and homelessness state of emergency
• Correspondence on bail reform and sex offender registry
• Correspondence on automated speed enforcement cameras

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is discussing draft by-laws for priority heritage designations and reviewing several heritage permit applications for property alterations. The meeting includes a presentation on a conservation plan and delegations regarding specific properties.

• Draft designation by-laws for 1791 Concession 2 Road, 112 Delater Street, 116 Delater Street, and 120 Delater Street
• Heritage designation report for 115 Delater Street
• Heritage permit application for window surround replacement at 6 Picton Street
• Heritage permit application for roof replacement at 46 Paxton Lane
• Amendment to heritage permit application for a garage addition at 240 Gate Street

The Municipal Heritage Committee adopted the amended agenda and approved the September 3 minutes. It approved heritage permit applications for 6 Picton Street, 46 Paxton Lane, and an amendment to the permit for 240 Gate Street. The committee also endorsed heritage designation by‑laws for several Delater Street properties and directed staff to prepare a report on insurance and property‑value impacts of designations.

• Adopted agenda as amended – Approved
• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes – Approved
• Received correspondence for 112 Delater Street – Approved
• Approved Heritage Permit for 6 Picton Street window surround replacement – Approved
• Approved Heritage Permit for 46 Paxton Lane roof replacement – Approved
• Approved amendment to Heritage Permit for 240 Gate Street garage addition – Approved
• Endorsed designation by‑laws for 1791 Concession 2 Road and 112, 116, 120 Delater Street – Approved
• Directed staff to prepare report on insurance premiums and property‑value effects of heritage designations – Approved

Open House

The meeting is an open house for a development application at 2203 Niagara Stone Road. No formal decisions are being made; the purpose is to present the Notice of Complete Application.

• Open house for application 26CD-18-25-03
• Location: 2203 Niagara Stone Road
• Notice of Complete Application available

Council Workshop Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold a workshop meeting on September 23, 2025. Council members will view a StrategyCorps presentation on the town’s Special Events Review and receive an information report summarizing engagement and the current state of special events. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation: StrategyCorps – NOTL Special Events Review (Council Facilitation Deck – Sept 2025)
• Information Report: Review of Special Events – Summary of Engagement and Current State (CAO-25-042)
• Appendix I – NOTL Special Events Review – Current State Report (Sept 2025)
• Appendix II – NOTL Special Events Review – Council Presentation (Sept 2025)

The council adopted the meeting agenda and received staff report CAO-25-042. It approved, in principle, the direction outlined by StrategyCorp for the town’s Special Events policy and regulatory framework. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (approved)
• Received staff report Review of Special Events – Summary of Engagement and Current State (CAO-25-042) (approved)
• Supported in principle the proposed direction for the Special Events policy and regulatory framework (approved)
• Adjourned meeting until the scheduled council meeting at 6:00 p.m. (approved)

Council Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Council meeting on September 23, 2025 will adopt the agenda, review several committee minutes, and hear a presentation from the Nature Mind and Play Club. It will also consider three motions: a Telecommunication Facilities Protocol, an Elect Respect Pledge, and endorsement of a Code of Conduct for Human Trafficking Prevention. Two by‑laws will be voted on: appointing Gerald Spencer as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer and confirming the council proceedings of this meeting.

• Motion: Telecommunication Facilities Protocol (Councillor O'Connor)
• Motion: Elect Respect Pledge (Lord Mayor Zalepa)
• Motion: Endorse development of a Code of Conduct for Human Trafficking Prevention in Niagara Region (Lord Mayor Zalepa)
• By‑law 2025-056 – Appoint Gerald Spencer as Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
• By‑law 2025-057 – Confirm council proceedings of the September 23, 2025 meeting

Council adopted the agenda and approved a closed session to discuss litigation matters. It formally approved the settlement with Hummel Properties and appointed six members to the Urban Design Review Panel. The council also approved minutes from several committees, received the second‑quarter Strategic Plan update, and approved a motion directing staff to review the Telecommunication Facilities Protocol before the first quarter of 2026.

• Agenda adopted (approved)
• Closed session approved to consider litigation matters (approved)
• Settlement with Hummel Properties Inc approved (approved)
• Six individuals appointed to the Urban Design Review Panel (approved)
• Second‑quarter Strategic Plan Update received (approved)
• Municipal Heritage Committee minutes – September 3, 2025 approved (approved)
• Minutes from multiple committees (Adjustment, Heritage, Selection, Environmental, Irrigation, Heritage Trail, Agricultural) approved (approved)
• Motion to review Telecommunication Facilities Protocol before Q1 2026 approved (approved)

Information Package

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will receive and discuss five items of correspondence from other municipalities. Topics include closure of before‑ and after‑school programs, proposed amendments to the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, a natural gas expansion project cancellation, an elect‑respect pledge, and the Niagara GTA Transit Corridor. No decisions are indicated; the items are for information.

• South Huron email on closure of before and after school programs
• South Huron email on proposed amendments to the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act
• St. Charles email on natural gas expansion project cancellation
• Goderich email on elect respect pledge
• Grimsby email on Niagara GTA Transit Corridor

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review three development applications: A-21-25 at 310 Simcoe Street, consent and minor variance applications B-10/25, A-14/25 and A-15/25 at 2052 York Road, and consent application B-09/25 at 46 Paxton Lane. The meeting will also approve the August 21, 2025 minutes and address conflict‑of‑interest declarations by two members. Staff updates and the next meeting date will be noted.

• Application A-21-25 – 310 Simcoe Street (CDS-25-134)
• Consent Application B-10/25 and Minor Variance Applications A-14/25 and A-15/25 – 2052 York Road (CDS-25-138)
• Consent Application B-09/25 – 46 Paxton Lane (CDS-25-127)
• Approval of August 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Conflict of interest declarations by Steve Bartolini and Margaret Louter

The Committee of Adjustment adopted its agenda and then refused Consent Application B-10/25 and Minor Variance Applications A-14/25 and A-15/25 for 2052 York Road, stating the proposals did not meet the Planning Act tests. It approved the Minor Variance Application A-21/25 for 310 Simcoe Street. It also approved Consent Application B-09/25 for 46 Paxton Lane subject to a list of conditions.

• Approved Minor Variance Application A-21/25 for 310 Simcoe Street
• Refused Consent Application B-10/25 and Minor Variance Applications A-14/25 and A-15/25 for 2052 York Road
• Approved Consent Application B-09/25 for 46 Paxton Lane with eight specified conditions

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee will receive a funding update presentation from Sarah Marshall. Members will hear updates on the status of irrigation pumps. The committee will discuss priority capital projects for the town’s irrigation system. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Funding Update presentation by Sarah Marshall
• Pump Status Updates
• Discussion of Priority Capital Projects

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee will meet via video conference to review updates on trail construction. The committee will also discuss the results of the Paws on the Trail event.

• Trail/Construction Update
• Paws on the Trail results

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council will hold a closed session to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(2)(e) related to potential litigation involving 27 Prideaux Street and Hummel Properties. The meeting will also include routine items such as call to order, agenda adoption, conflict of interest, presentations, delegations, and a by‑law (2025‑055) on council proceedings.

• Closed session: litigation matters for 27 Prideaux Street
• Closed session: litigation matters for Hummel Properties
• By‑law 2025‑055 – Council Proceedings (September 16, 2025)
• Presentations
• Delegations and responses

Council adopted the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss litigation concerning 27 Prideaux Street and Hummel Properties. The council approved a $225,000 settlement to the plaintiff in Black (Prideaux 27) v. the Town and directed the clerk to read the town statement. By‑law 2025‑055 concerning council proceedings was passed, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (approved)
• Entered closed session on litigation matters (approved)
• Approved $225,000 settlement to plaintiff Black (approved)
• Approved rise from closed session (approved)
• Passed By‑law 2025‑055 Council Proceedings (approved)
• Adjourned meeting to Committee of the Whole (approved)

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will hear delegation requests from local residents and organizations. It will review recommendation reports on MAT funded projects, the 2026 budget timeline, and the advertising and sponsorship policy. The meeting also includes a proposed amendment to the Liquor Licence and Control Act to permit alcoholic beverages on pedal pubs, along with several notice of motion items.

• Amendment to Liquor Licence and Control Act permitting alcoholic beverages on pedal pubs (CAO-25-037)
• MAT Funded Projects recommendation report (CS-25-020)
• 2026 Budget Timelines recommendation report (CS-25-019)
• Policy – Advertising & Sponsorship with new fee schedules (CAO-25-019)
• Notice of Motion – Telecommunication Facilities Protocol (Councillor O'Connor, 10.1)

The Council directed staff to process the Irish Harp cash‑in‑lieu parking request, review the related policy and report back in Q4 2025. It also approved several policy and budget actions, including support for a heritage house restoration, adoption of the Advertising & Sponsorship Policy, and changes that shorten the 2026 budget amendment and veto periods. Additionally, the Council received reports on MAT‑funded projects, the 2025 AMO recap, and short‑term rental engagement, and instructed staff to maintain the current Pedal Pub route.

• Directed staff to receive Irish Harp cash‑in‑lieu parking request, review community benefit assessment and report back in Q4 2025 (approved, as amended)
• Referred Queenston Common swing‑set delegation to staff for options (approved)
• Supported HPI restoration request to Conservation Authority (approved)
• Received MAT Funded Projects report CS‑25‑020 and directed staff to include MAT‑eligible projects in draft 2026 Capital Budget, explore RFEI/RFP for public Wi‑Fi, and meet Niagara Parks on wireless project (approved, as amended)
• Approved changes to 2026 Budget Timelines: shorten council change period to 20 days, Lord Mayor veto period to 8 days, and council veto period to 8 days (approved)
• Approved Advertising & Sponsorship Policy and fee schedules (approved)
• Directed staff to maintain current Pedal Pub route and advise Niagara Region to proceed with existing by‑law (approved)
• Received 2025 AMO Recap report and Short Term Rental Limits Engagement Strategy (approved)

Information Package

This meeting is an information package containing public announcements and correspondence. The body is not deciding on new laws or budgets, but is sharing updates and communications from other municipalities.

• Public engagement launch for the Asset Management Plan
• Message from Lord Mayor Zalepa regarding a recent hate rally
• Stantec notice regarding the Garden City Skyway Bridge Twinning Project transition
• Correspondence from the City of Thorold regarding the Sexual Offender Registry
• Correspondence from the Township of Larder Lake regarding a moratorium on aerial spraying of Glyphosate

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Committee is meeting to review several draft regulatory documents and legislative updates. The session includes discussions on a draft Official Plan, a site alteration by-law, and the Protect Our Food Act, 2025.

• Draft Official Plan
• Draft Site Alteration By-law
• Bill 21 - Protect Our Food Act, 2025
• Correspondence regarding $14.6 million in Canada and Ontario investments for farmland improvements
• Regional Housing Inspection Fees regarding International Agricultural Workers (IAW)

The committee adopted an amended agenda that added items on road quality and specialty crops. It approved the April 7, 2025 minutes, received information on federal funding, Bill 21, and regional housing inspection fees. Staff were instructed to review the 2017 Official Plan for the 2025 draft, align the site‑alteration by‑law with the Niagara Region plan, report road‑quality concerns to the roads department, and gather more details on protecting specialty crops within the Greenbelt.

• Adopted agenda with added business items on road quality and specialty crops (approved)
• Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (approved)
• Received Canada/Ontario $14.6 M farmer investment information (approved)
• Directed staff to pull information from the 2017 Official Plan for the 2025 draft plan (approved)
• Directed staff to align draft site‑alteration by‑law with Niagara Region Official Plan section 4.1.1.5 (approved)
• Received Bill 21 Protect Our Food Act information (approved)
• Received regional housing inspection fees information (approved)
• Directed staff to report road‑quality concerns to the roads department (approved)

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole – Planning will hold a closed session to consider privileged advice on 27 Prideaux Street, Hummel Properties, the Glendale Secondary Plan, and a SORE Application. It will also conduct public meetings on zoning by‑law applications for 1634 Four Mile Creek Road, 1096 Lakeshore Road, 1544‑1546 Four Mile Creek Road, additional dwelling unit (ADU) policies, and the sites at 200 John St East and 588 Charlotte St. No decisions are listed; the agenda items are for discussion and information.

• Closed session – privileged advice on 27 Prideaux Street
• Closed session – privileged advice on Hummel Properties
• Closed session – privileged advice on Glendale Secondary Plan
• Public meeting – ADU Policies (OPA‑08‑2025 and ZBA‑16‑2025)
• Public meeting – 200 John St East and 588 Charlotte St (OPA‑06‑2025)

The Committee adopted the agenda as amended and approved a closed‑session to consider privileged matters. Information reports for five public meetings were received and approved. A motion to waive the Procedure By‑law to extend the meeting past 10:00 p.m. was approved. The mayor was directed to prepare draft 2026 budget materials.

• Adopted agenda as amended (motion moved by Councillor Burroughs, seconded by Councillor Mavridis)
• Approved closed‑session to consider privileged matters (motion moved by Councillor Burroughs, seconded by Councillor Mavridis)
• Received Information Report – Public Meeting – 1634 Four Mile Creek Rd (ZBA‑10‑2025) – approved
• Received Information Report – Public Meeting – 1096 Lakeshore Rd (ZBA‑09‑2025) – approved
• Received Information Report – Public Meeting – 1544‑1546 Four Mile Creek Rd (ZBA‑04‑2025) – approved
• Received Information Report – Public Meeting – ADU Policies (OPA‑08‑2025 and ZBA‑16‑2025) – approved
• Received Information Report – Public Meeting – 200 John St East and 588 Charlotte St (OPA‑06‑2025) – approved
• Waived Procedure By‑law to extend meeting past 10:00 p.m. (motion moved by Councillor Balasiuk, seconded by Councillor Niven)

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold an Open House for the OPA-07-2025 and ZBA-15-2025 applications concerning 1317 York Road. The public session is scheduled for Monday, September 8, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. via video conference. The agenda item includes a notice of complete application and public meeting. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Open House – OPA-07-2025 and ZBA-15-2025 – 1317 York Road
• Notice of Complete Application – OPA-07-2025 and ZBA-15-2025 – 1317 York Road

Information Package

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Town Council meeting on September 4, 2025 is an information package presenting public announcements and correspondence. Items include a mayoral decision to prepare draft 2026 budget materials and several news releases on road speed reductions, streaming services, and playground design feedback. The agenda also contains inter‑municipal emails and miscellaneous correspondence such as a Canada Post notice about the Queen Street post‑office building.

• Mayoral Decision 2025-05 – Direction to Prepare Draft 2026 Budget Materials
• News Release – Speed Reduction on Rural Roads Coming Soon in Niagara-on-the-Lake
• News Release – LiveBarn Streaming Service Available at Niagara-on-the-Lake Arenas
• News Release – Niagara-on-the-Lake Invites Community Feedback on New Playground Designs
• The Canada Post Email – Adjustment to NOTL Post Office House – Queen Street

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will review several heritage permit applications, including facade repairs at 80 Queen Street, door repair and signage at 26 Queen Street, restoration work at 214 Four Mile Creek Road, and a demolition permit for 178‑188 Victoria Street. The committee will also receive a member resignation and an update on the ordnance boundary stone. Standard agenda items such as adoption of the agenda, conflict of interest declaration, and approval of previous minutes will be addressed.

• 80 Queen Street – heritage permit and grant application for facade repairs (CDS-25-124)
• 26 Queen Street – heritage permit application for door repair and signage (CDS-25-126)
• 214 Four Mile Creek Road – heritage permit application for restoration (CDS-25-125)
• 178‑188 Victoria Street – heritage permit application for demolition (CDS-25-132)
• Priority Designation Work – heritage designation reports for 112, 116, and 120 Delater Street (CDS-25-131)

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved several heritage permits and grant applications, including a $7,500 grant for 80 Queen Street façade repairs. It endorsed the designation of 112, 116, and 120 Delater Street and recommended a demolition permit for 178‑188 Victoria Street with multiple conditions. All items were approved by motion.

• Approved $7,500 grant for 80 Queen Street façade restoration (Heritage Permit HER-22-2025, Grant HIP-05-2025)
• Approved heritage permit for door repair and signage at 26 Queen Street (HER-30-2025)
• Approved up to $7,500 grant for restoration at 214 Four Mile Creek Road (HER-05-2025, HIP-06-2025)
• Endorsed pursuit of heritage designation for 112, 116, and 120 Delater Street and instructed staff to draft a by‑law
• Approved recommendation for demolition permit of 178‑188 Victoria Street with site‑plan and conservation conditions (HER-26-2025)
• Approved heritage permit for garage replacement at 130 Front Street with design conditions (HER-23-2025)
• Approved allowing Brian Marshall to present his application for 130 Front Street at the meeting
• Approved adoption of the amended agenda

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold an open house on September 2, 2025. The meeting will review the complete application for the properties at 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street. No decisions are scheduled; the session is for public information and comment.

• Open House - OPA-06-2025 - 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will consider a draft Tree By‑law, including the 5139‑19 Private Tree document and Schedules D and E. It will also adopt the agenda, address conflict‑of‑interest declarations, and review the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting.

• Draft Tree By‑law – review of 5139‑19 Private Tree and Schedules D & E
• Adopt agenda
• Conflict of interest declaration
• Review previous minutes (August 11, 2025)
• Call to order

The Environmental Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the August 11 meeting. It approved a motion for staff to consider adding a special fine provision to the draft Tree By‑law. The Committee expressed support for staff report FES‑25‑010 and asked staff to follow up on several recommended amendments. It also approved the idea of denying or revoking building permits for property owners who destroy trees.

• Adopted agenda – approved
• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes – approved
• Approved staff to consider adding a special fine provision to the draft Tree By‑law
• Supported staff report FES‑25‑010 with requested follow‑up on amendment items
• Approved exploring the ability to deny or revoke building permits for illegal tree destruction
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous approval

Open House

The town is hosting an open house to discuss proposed housekeeping amendments to OPA-08-2025 and ZBA-16-2025 regarding additional dwelling units. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 25, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. via video conference.

• Open House for OPA-08-2025 and ZBA-16-2025
• Additional Dwelling Units (Housekeeping Amendments)
• Public Meeting Notice posted
• Video Conference format
• Meeting time: 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider several land‑use applications, including a minor variance for 796 East and West Line, a change‑of‑conditions consent for 479 Butler Street, a consent for 14795 Niagara River Parkway, and a validation certificate for East Side Four Mile Creek Road. A conflict‑of‑interest declaration was made by Margaret Louter on the validation certificate application due to a professional connection with a third party. The meeting will also approve the July 17, 2025 minutes and provide staff updates before adjourning.

• Minor Variance Application A‑13/25 – 796 East and West Line (CDS‑25‑115)
• Consent Application B‑13/24 – Change of Conditions for 479 Butler Street (CDS‑25‑107)
• Consent Application B‑07/25 – 14795 Niagara River Parkway (CDS‑25‑106)
• Validation Certificate Application B‑08/25 – East Side Four Mile Creek Road (CDS‑25‑118) – conflict of interest declared
• Approval of July 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The Committee of Adjustment adopted the agenda after adding late supporting documents. It approved a minor variance for 796 East and West Line and kept Condition 1.1.5 on the 479 Butler Street consent. The Committee approved the consent application for 14795 Niagara River Parkway, subject to four specific conditions. It also approved a validation certificate for lands on the east side of Four Mile Creek Road.

• Agenda adopted as amended
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-13/25 for 796 East and West Line
• Maintained Condition 1.1.5 on Consent Application B-13/24 for 479 Butler Street
• Approved Consent Application B-07/25 for 14795 Niagara River Parkway with four conditions
• Approved Validation Certificate B-08/25 for east side of Four Mile Creek Road

Heritage Trail Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Heritage Trail Committee meeting will include a financial update and a presentation titled "Paws on the Trail." No decisions or votes are listed; the agenda consists of routine items and presentations. The next meeting is scheduled for September 17, 2025.

• Financial Update presentation
• Paws on the Trail presentation

Open House

The body is holding an open house regarding application ZBA-10-2025. This session focuses on the property located at 1634 Four Mile Creek Road.

• Open House for ZBA-10-2025 at 1634 Four Mile Creek Road

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Committee will review a draft Official Plan and a draft Site Alteration By-law. The body will also discuss Bill 21 (Protect Our Food Act, 2025) and regional housing inspection fees.

• Draft Official Plan
• Draft Site Alteration By-law
• Bill 21 - Protect Our Food Act, 2025
• Regional Housing Inspection Fees regarding International Agricultural Workers (IAW)
• Special Event Permits review process

Information Package

This meeting consists of an information package containing public announcements and correspondence. No decisions are scheduled; the body is reviewing news releases and communications from other municipalities.

• Burn ban implemented by Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire & Emergency Services
• Phase Two engagement launch for the Parks & Recreation Masterplan
• Provincial investment into Niagara’s irrigation infrastructure
• Launch of a Special Events Review to improve processes
• Niagara Region's 'Find a Doctor' tool announcement

Irrigation Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee will receive a pump status update and consider two draft by‑laws: a Site Alteration By‑Law and a Schenk Properties Inc. By‑Law. Additional items include discussion of John Deere tractor repairs, water access under the QEW/Skyway, and a meter pilot project update.

• Pump Status Update
• Site Alteration By‑Law – DRAFT (document 2406477_NOTL_Site_Alteration_By-law_R03 DRAFT.pdf)
• Schenk Properties Inc. By‑Law – DRAFT (document DRAFT Schenk Properties by-law 2025.pdf)
• John Deere Tractor Repairs
• Water Access Under the QEW/Skyway

Open House

The body is holding an open house regarding zoning application ZBA-09-2025. This session focuses on the property located at 1096 Lakeshore Road.

• Open House for ZBA-09-2025 at 1096 Lakeshore Road

Selection Committee for Committees of Council

The Selection Committee will open the meeting, adopt the agenda, and address any conflict of interest. It will then hold a closed session under Section 239(2)(b) to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual, specifically the review and evaluation of an Urban Design Review Panel (UDRP) application. The meeting will conclude with any business items (none listed) and adjourn.

• Closed session on personal matters about an identifiable individual
• Review and evaluation of an Urban Design Review Panel (UDRP) application

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will consider three draft documents: a Private Tree By-law, an Official Plan, and a Site Alteration By-law. The committee will discuss the content of each draft and may make recommendations for adoption or further revision. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Draft Private Tree By-law
• Draft Official Plan
• Draft Site Alteration By-law

The Environmental Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and approved the April 23, 2025 minutes. It approved a motion to review private tree by‑law permit fees for cost recovery and consistency with other fees. It also approved aligning section 9(k) of the by‑law with the regional Woodland By‑law 2020‑79 (sections 1.32‑1.33).

• Adopted agenda (approved)
• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes (approved)
• Approved review of private tree by‑law permit fees for cost recovery (approved)
• Approved aligning section 9(k) with regional Woodland By‑law 2020‑79 (approved)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will adopt its agenda and hear presentations on the Official Plan update and a commemoration for Glencairn Hall. It will consider three heritage permit applications: repainting at 66 Prideaux Street, a garage addition at 130 Front Street, and signage at 106 Queen Street, Unit D. The committee will also review priority designation work, including updates to the fourth heritage priority list, a heritage designation report, and draft by‑laws.

• Heritage permit and grant application for repainting at 66 Prideaux Street (CDS-25-114)
• Heritage permit application for a garage addition at 130 Front Street (CDS-25-113)
• Heritage permit application for signage at 106 Queen Street, Unit D (CDS-25-109)
• Updates and adoption of the fourth Heritage Priority Designation List (CDS-25-103)
• Review of draft heritage designation by‑law for 263 Regent Street (CDS-25-112)

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved several heritage permits, a grant of up to $7,500 for repainting 66 Prideaux Street, and endorsed the fourth list of properties for priority designation. It also approved a garage replacement permit at 130 Front Street, signage permits at 106 Queen Street, and a designation by‑law for 263 Regent Street. All items were adopted without recorded dissent.

• Approved Heritage Permit and up to $7,500 grant for exterior painting at 66 Prideaux Street
• Approved Heritage Permit for garage replacement at 130 Front Street, subject to design options
• Approved Heritage Permit for signage at 106 Queen Street, Unit D
• Approved endorsement of fourth set of heritage properties for priority designation
• Approved endorsement to pursue designation of 1791 Concession 2 Road pending owner contact
• Approved endorsement in principle of designation by‑law for 263 Regent Street and related next steps

Information Package

This meeting is an information package containing news releases and correspondence. No decisions are being made; the body is reviewing updates and communications from other municipalities.

• Release of the first draft of the updated Official Plan for public review
• Correspondence from Queenston Residents Association regarding a swing set addition to Queenston Park
• News release extending condolences following a fatal collision
• Correspondence from other municipalities regarding Bill 5 and Bill 17 (2025)
• Correspondence regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems and Blue Box producer responsibility

Council Meeting

The Council will discuss and vote on a Short Term Rental by-law amendment and an Official Plan update. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes and a presentation on the 2024 financial audit.

• Short Term Rental By-law Amendment (FES-25-013)
• Official Plan Update – First Draft (CDS-25-104)
• By-law 4308AU-25 to Amend Parking and Traffic
• By-law 2025-032A - Short Term Rental Amending By-law
• 2024 Financial Statements and Audit Findings Report

Council approved a conditional $500,000 pledge to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum, contingent on grant outcomes and future budget planning. The council also approved the town’s 2024 consolidated financial statements and audit findings, and authorized the release of the first draft of the Official Plan for public consultation. Several motions on short‑term rentals and a special events permit were defeated or deferred.

• Waived procedural by-law to allow museum CEO to speak (Approved)
• Appointed Chris Van de Laar and Natalie Early to the Committee of Adjustment (Approved)
• Defeated motion to continue TASC special events permit (Defeated 3‑5)
• Defeated motion to exempt 1436 York Rd from occupancy requirement (Defeated)
• Approved bringing forward Short Term Rental By‑law amendment pending report (Approved)
• Approved deferring Short Term Rental amendment to October council meeting (Approved)
• Approved conditional $500,000 pledge to Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Museum (Approved)
• Approved 2024 consolidated financial statements and audit findings (Approved)

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold an open house on July 21, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. to present the complete application for Concession 7 (West Side) in the Modero Estates Subdivision, Block 84, north of York Road. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for public information and comment.

• Concession 7 (West Side) application – Modero Estates Subdivision, Block 84, north of York Road

Information Package

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will present an information package that includes several news releases and public notices. Items cover the return of the “Play in the Park” program, new accessibility ramps, and an open‑house meeting for ZBA‑09‑2025 at 1096 Lakeshore Road. The package also contains correspondence from other municipalities on support programs, mayoral powers, veteran income thresholds, and regional transportation matters.

• News Release – Niagara-on-the-Lake brings back “Play in the Park” program
• News Release – StopGap Foundation accessibility ramps coming to Niagara-on-the-Lake
• Notice of Complete Application Open House and Public Meeting – ZBA‑09‑2025 at 1096 Lakeshore Road
• Email from City of Port Colborne regarding OW and ODSP support programs
• CUTRIC Letter – Niagara Region Wine Country Shuttle summary

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to discuss one application for a minor variance. The body will also review and approve minutes from the June 19, 2025 meeting.

• Minor Variance Application A-12/25 for 46 Shakespeare Avenue (CDS-25-098)

The Committee of Adjustment accepted the staff recommendation and approved Minor Variance Application A-12/25 for 46 Shakespeare Avenue. The June 19, 2025 meeting minutes were approved by unanimous consent. An update noted that two vacant committee positions will be filled by the end of the month.

• Approved Minor Variance Application A-12/25 for 46 Shakespeare Avenue
• Approved June 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee will discuss a finance and grant update, including the Chapman Donation and a Goettler Foundation donation press event. It will receive a construction update and talk about International Trail Day, motorized vehicle use on the trail, feedback on Phase 3 from the JTC, and the 2025 Paws on the Trail event.

• Chapman Donation
• Goettler Foundation Donation – Press Event
• Construction Update
• International Trail Day
• Motorized Vehicles on the Trail

The Heritage Trail Committee adopted its agenda and the May 21, 2025 minutes. It approved a motion to seek a legal opinion on signage regarding motorized vehicles on the trail. The Committee also set the date for the 2025 Paws on the Trail event for September 6.

• Adopted meeting agenda (motion by Wendy Cheropita, seconded by Dick Coyne)
• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (motion by Wendy Cheropita, seconded by Dick Coyne)
• Approved request for legal opinion on motorized‑vehicle signage (motion by Wendy Cheropita, seconded by Tony Chisholm)
• Confirmed date of 2025 Paws on the Trail event for September 6

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will review several financial reports, including the 2024 year-end deficit and development charges. The body will also consider a by-law amendment to reduce speed limits on rural roads and hear delegations on topics ranging from short-term rentals to senior housing.

• Rural Road Speed Limit Reduction and Traffic By-Law Amendment (OPS-25-021)
• 2024 Year-End Deficit report (CS-25-016)
• 2025 Discretionary Grant Committee Allocations (CS-25-011)
• 2024 Development Charges Reserve Fund Statement (CS-25-012)
• Closed session regarding litigation for 27 Prideaux Street, Konzelmann Winery, and the 2018 Interim Control By-law

The Committee approved a policy setting 70 km/h as the maximum speed limit on all town‑owned roads and reducing existing 80 km/h limits to 70 km/h. It also ordered the installation of “Slow Moving Vehicle” signage and related speed‑limit signs at an estimated cost of $40,000 charged to account 320‑3150‑92984. The Council endorsed Two Sisters Resorts Corp’s request to cut regional development charges by $804,573 for its hotel project at 325 King Street. Several financial reports and grant allocations were received and approved.

• Approved policy establishing 70 km/h as highest speed limit on town‑owned roads and reducing 80 km/h limits to 70 km/h
• Approved installation of “Slow Moving Vehicle” signage and speed‑limit signage, cost $40,000 charged to account 320‑3150‑92984
• Endorsed Two Sisters Resorts Corp request to reduce regional development charges by $804,573 for 325 King Street hotel (5‑2 vote)
• Approved receipt of Climate Change Initiatives Summary Informative Report OPS‑25‑020
• Approved 2025 Discretionary Grant allocations totaling $43,013.98 to listed community groups
• Approved 2024 Development Charges Reserve Fund Statement
• Approved transfer of $144,987.46 from the Parking Reserve to cover the 2024 Building Reserve deficit
• Approved funding of the 2024 operating budget deficit of $578,897 from the Parking Reserve

Open House

The town will hold a public open house on July 14, 2025 to present the complete application for Zoning By-law Amendment 04-2025 concerning the property at 1544-1546 Four Mile Creek Road. The session is scheduled from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. via video conference. No decisions are being made; the meeting is for public information and comment.

• Open House – ZBA-04-2025 – 1544-1546 Four Mile Creek Road

Information Package

This meeting is an information package containing announcements and correspondence. It includes a mayoral decision regarding the delegation of powers to the CAO and updates on community engagement and infrastructure projects.

• Mayoral Decision 2025-03: Delegation of powers to CAO for organizational structure and employment matters
• Community engagement launch for the former hospital site at 176 Wellington Street
• Goettler Family Foundation support for the Heritage Trail extension
• Notice of complete application and open house for Block 84 - Modero - 26CD-18-25-02
• Memo from Assistant Deputy Attorney General regarding alcohol on large quadricycles

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review several heritage impact assessments and permit applications. The body will discuss specific property designations and a ramp accessibility initiative.

• Notice of Intent to Demolish resubmission for 231 Regent Street
• Heritage Permit and Grant Application for 93 Queenston Street
• Heritage Impact Assessment reviews for 178-188 Victoria Street, 79-83 Queen Street, and 222 Gate Street
• Heritage Designation Report for 263 Regent Street
• StopGap Ramp Accessibility Initiative (CAO-25-029)

The committee approved the updated design for a new residence at 231 Regent Street following a Notice of Intent to Demolish. It also approved a heritage permit and a grant of up to $7,500 for the exterior and interior restoration of the Hamilton‑Kormos House at 93 Queenston Street. Recommendations on two Heritage Impact Assessments and a heritage designation for 263 Regent Street were approved, as was a safety recommendation for the town’s StopGap Ramp Accessibility Initiative.

• Approved updated design for new residence at 231 Regent Street (HER-08-2025)
• Approved heritage permit and up to $7,500 grant for restoration of Hamilton‑Kormos House at 93 Queenston Street
• Approved committee recommendations on Heritage Impact Assessment for 178‑188 Victoria Street and 79‑83 Queen Street (OPA-05-2025, ZBA-07-2025)
• Approved committee recommendations on Heritage Impact Assessment for 222 Gate Street development (OPA-02-2025, ZBA-02-2025)
• Approved endorsement to pursue heritage designation for 263 Regent Street, with staff to draft by‑law
• Approved recommendation to standardize colour and add safety tape to StopGap Ramp Accessibility Initiative (CAO-25-029)

Irrigation Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee will hear a Lincoln and West St. Catharines irrigation information session, discuss access issues at Virgil Dams, and receive an update on pump status. The meeting includes routine agenda adoption, conflict‑of‑interest declaration, and review of previous minutes before moving to these presentations.

• Lincoln and West St. Catharines Irrigation Information Session
• Virgil Dams Access discussion
• Pump Status Update

The committee approved the agenda as amended, adding a tractor report for the August meeting. It also approved the June 11, 2025 minutes. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda as amended (includes tractor report) – approved
• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes – approved
• Adjourned meeting – approved unanimously

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning will conduct public meetings regarding zoning and official plan amendments for several properties. The body will also review a tree appeal and reports on additional dwelling units.

• Tree appeal for 153 Loretta Drive
• Public meeting for Firelane 13B Rd (ZBA-05-2025, 26CD-18-25-01)
• Public meeting for 95 Johnson Street (OPA-04-2025, ZBA-06-2025)
• Public meeting for Royal George Redevelopment at 178-188 Victoria Street and 79-83 Queen Street (OPA-05-2025, ZBA-07-2025)
• Information report on Official Plan and Zoning Amendments for Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs)

The council adopted the agenda and denied the tree appeal for 153 Loretta Drive, directing staff to arrange a payment plan with the appellant. Information reports for the Firelane 13B Road project, 95 Johnson Street, and 178‑188 Victoria Street were received and approved. The housekeeping report on Official Plan and zoning amendments for additional dwelling units and the planning process improvement updates were also approved. The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.m. to the next session on July 15, 2025.

• Agenda adopted (approved)
• Tree appeal for 153 Loretta Drive denied; staff to arrange payment plan (approved)
• Tree Appeal Hearing adjourned (approved)
• Information Report – Firelane 13B Road received (approved)
• Information Report – 95 Johnson Street received (approved)
• Information Report – 178‑188 Victoria Street received (approved)
• Information Report – ADU housekeeping amendments received (approved)
• Information Report – Planning Process Improvement Updates received (approved)

Council Workshop Meeting

The Council Workshop Meeting will focus on the Official Plan Update. Members will receive a presentation and a status update including public engagement summaries and survey results.

• Official Plan Update Council Workshop Presentation
• Official Plan Update status report (CDS-25-084)
• Review of Infographic Survey Results
• Review of Public Engagement Summary

The council adopted the meeting agenda. It approved staff’s recommendation to proceed with option one of the Growth Management Theme and option two of the Employment Theme in the Official Plan update, and directed staff to receive the status update and finalize changes to the 2019 Adopted Official Plan, with a draft to be presented in July. The meeting was adjourned at 4:52 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (approved)
• Approved option one of Growth Management Theme for Official Plan update (approved)
• Approved option two of Employment Theme for Official Plan update (approved)
• Directed staff to receive Official Plan status update (approved)
• Directed staff to finalize changes to 2019 Adopted Official Plan and present draft in July (approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:52 p.m. (approved)

Information Package

The council will receive an information package containing several public announcements, including a complete application and open house for 1544‑1546 Four Mile Creek Road and news releases on the former hospital site, flood response, and the 2025 Golf Classic Tournament. It will also review correspondence from the Niagara Region on a woodland conservation by‑law amendment and employment inventory results, as well as letters from other municipalities concerning Bill 5 and strong mayor powers. No formal decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Notice of complete application, open house and public meeting – 1544‑1546 Four Mile Creek Road
• News release – Former Hospital Site Community Engagement Launching Soon
• News release – Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Reflects on Flooding Response and Outlines Next Steps
• Niagara Region email – Woodland Conservation By‑law Update (By‑law No. 2020‑79, amended May 22 2025)
• Municipalities’ emails – positions on Bill 5 and Strong Mayor Powers

Selection Committee for Committees of Council

The Selection Committee for Committees of Council will meet to conduct a closed session. The session is dedicated to the review and evaluation of Committee of Adjustment (COA) applications.

• Closed session regarding Committee of Adjustment (COA) application review and evaluation

Open House

The Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake council will hold an Open House public session on June 25, 2025. The meeting will present the complete application for Firelane 13B Road, identified as ZBA‑05‑2025 and 26CD‑18‑25‑01. No decisions are scheduled; the session is informational for residents.

• Firelane 13B Road – Notice of Complete Application (ZBA‑05‑2025, 26CD‑18‑25‑01)

Council Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Council will review several by-laws, including the appointment of a new CAO and a private tree by-law. The meeting includes a presentation from the Niagara Parks Commission and a report on the Niagara District Airport Master Plan.

• By-law 2025-050 to appoint Nick Ruller as CAO
• Recommendation report on Private Tree By-law (FES-25-010)
• By-law 2025-043 for Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement
• By-law 2025-049 regarding Niagara Region Fee Subsidy for Institutional Child Care Services
• Designation by-laws for 1023 East and West Line, 167 Four Mile Creek Road, and 238 Four Mile Creek Road

The council approved a series of designation by-laws, including the Sign By-law Amendment and the Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement, and appointed Nick Ruller as the new CAO. It also approved the Niagara District Airport Master Plan comments and directed staff to submit them. A motion to update the online delegation request form was approved, while the proposed Long‑Term Residential Rental Licensing Program was defeated.

• Approved adoption of the agenda (as amended)
• Approved minutes of Committee of the Whole and other committees
• Approved Niagara District Airport Master Plan comments and directed staff to submit them
• Approved referral of Private Tree By‑law to the Environmental Advisory Committee
• Approved motion to update the delegation request form and retain the submission deadline
• Defeated motion on Long‑Term Residential Rental Licensing Program
• Approved By‑law 4586E-25 Sign By‑law Amendment
• Approved By‑law 2025-043 Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement and appointed Nick Ruller as CAO

Special Council Meeting

Council is meeting to handle the 2025 Annual General Meeting for Niagara-on-the-Lake Energy Inc. The session includes reviewing financial statements and appointing directors and auditors.

• 2024 Annual General Meeting Minutes
• Appointment of Directors
• 2024 Financial Statements
• Appointment of Auditors
• Proceedings By-law No. 2025-041

The council adopted the agenda and approved the minutes of the Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Energy Inc. 2024 annual general meeting. It authorized the Town Clerk to vote all town‑held shares of the energy corporation to appoint directors and to endorse the corporation’s 2024 financial statements. The council appointed KPMG, LLP as the corporation’s auditors and approved By‑law No. 2025‑041. The meeting was adjourned at 6:04 p.m.

• Adopted agenda – Approved
• Approved 2024 Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Energy Inc. AGM minutes
• Authorized Town Clerk to vote shares for appointment of directors to Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Energy Inc.
• Authorized Town Clerk to vote shares for approval of 2024 financial statements of Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Energy Inc.
• Appointed KPMG, LLP as auditors of Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Energy Inc.
• Approved Proceedings By‑law No. 2025‑041
• Adjourned meeting at 6:04 p.m.

Open House

The council will hold an open house and public meeting about the complete application for 95 Johnson Street. The session is scheduled for Monday, June 23, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for public information and comment.

• Open house and public meeting for the 95 Johnson Street application (OPA‑04‑2025, ZBA‑06‑2025)

Information Package

The council will receive a notice of a complete application, open house and public meeting for Firelane 13B Road (ZBA-05-2025 and 26CD-18-20-01). A news release will announce the appointment of Nick Ruller as the town’s new Chief Administrative Officer. The meeting also includes correspondence from other municipalities about road‑salt usage, veteran income‑support thresholds, and Bill 5 Protecting Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, plus a Canada Post letter on proposed changes to post‑office hours on Queen Street. No decisions are listed; the items are for information.

• Notice of complete application, open house and public meeting – Firelane 13B Road (ZBA-05-2025, 26CD-18-20-01)
• News release announcing Nick Ruller as new Chief Administrative Officer
• Email from the Town of Bracebridge regarding road salt usage
• Email from the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury advocating increased income support thresholds for Canadian veterans
• Letter from Canada Post proposing adjustment to NOTL post office hours on Queen Street

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider three minor variance applications and one consent application. The body will review requests for property adjustments at four different locations.

• Minor Variance Application A-09/25: 585 Line 7 Road
• Minor Variance Application A-10/25: 100 Queenston Street
• Minor Variance Application A-11/25: 1500 Concession 6 Road
• Consent Application B-06/25: 58 Scott Street

The Committee of Adjustment approved Minor Variance Application A-09/25 for 585 Line 7 Road. It also approved A-10/25 for 100 Queenston Street with three conditions, A-11/25 for 1500 Concession 6 Road with two revised conditions, and Consent Application B-06/25 for 58 Scott Street with four conditions. The May 15, 2025 minutes were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved Minor Variance Application A-09/25 – 585 Line 7 Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-10/25 – 100 Queenston Street (conditions: geotechnical report, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority works permit, 3‑m road widening)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-11/25 – 1500 Concession 6 Road (conditions: Tree Declaration Form, written undertaking on bedrooms, living space and fixture count)
• Approved Consent Application B-06/25 – 58 Scott Street (conditions: legal description, lawyer’s undertaking, reference plan copy, 0.9‑m road allowance)
• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss several development agreements, including the Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 1 and Konik Estates Phase 2 subdivisions, as well as a proposed sign by-law amendment. The meeting will also include a closed session regarding potential litigation concerning St. Davids Stormwater and 144/176 John Street East.

• Closed session regarding potential litigation for St. Davids Stormwater and 144/176 John Street East
• Memorial Park and Virgil Sportspark Soccer Fields (NOTL Minor Soccer Agreement)
• Sign By-law Amendment (FES-25-011)
• Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 1 Subdivision Agreement (File 26T-18-22-02)
• Konik Estates Phase 2 Subdivision Agreement and Crossroads Landing Condominium Agreement (File 26T-18-24-02)

The Committee of the Whole adopted several agreements, including a revised soccer agreement for Memorial Park and Virgil Sportspark, new definitions for visual and public art in the Sign By‑law, and subdivision agreements for Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 1, Konik Estates Phase 2, and the Crossroads Landing condominium. It also approved the acceptance of pay‑on‑demand surety bonds, a standardized bond template, and a non‑refundable administrative fee for bond submissions.

• Approved revision of the soccer agreement for Memorial Park (370 King St) and Virgil Sportspark (1565 Four Mile Creek Rd) (2025‑2030 term)
• Approved by‑law authorizing the Lord Mayor and Town Clerk to execute the soccer agreement
• Approved addition of “Visual Art” and “Public Art” definitions to Sign By‑law 4586‑12
• Approved forwarding the draft amended Sign By‑law to Council for adoption
• Approved the Subdivision Agreement for Tawny Ridge Estates Phase 1 (north of 158 Tanbark Rd)
• Approved the Subdivision Agreement for Konik Estates Phase 2 and the Condominium Agreement for Crossroads Landing
• Approved acceptance of pay‑on‑demand surety bonds and a standardized surety bond template for development‑related works
• Approved amendment to the Rates and Fees By‑law to add a non‑refundable administrative review fee for surety bond submissions

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council will adopt its agenda, hold a closed session on CAO recruitment matters, and review several by-law items. Key items include the Crossroads Landing Condominium Agreement (By-law 2025-037) and the Konik Estates Phase 2 Subdivision Agreement (By-law 2025-038), both pending approval at the COTW‑General on June 17, 2025. Additional items are the MTO Twinning Agreement (By-law 2025-039) and the Council Proceedings document (By-law 2025-040).

• By-law 2025-037 – Crossroads Landing Condominium Agreement (pending approval)
• By-law 2025-038 – Konik Estates Phase 2 Subdivision Agreement (pending approval)
• By-law 2025-039 – MTO Twinning Agreement
• Closed session to consider CAO recruitment matters under Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(2)(b)
• Adoption of agenda and standard procedural items

The Council approved the CAO Recruitment Committee's recommendation to appoint a new Chief Administrative Officer and authorized the Lord Mayor and Clerk to sign the employment agreement dated June 8, 2025. Staff were directed to prepare a CAO appointment by‑law for the next meeting. The agenda, a closed‑session memo, and several by‑law introductions were also approved.

• Approved appointment of new CAO (effective July 14, 2025)
• Authorized signing of CAO employment agreement (June 8, 2025)
• Directed staff to bring forward CAO appointment by‑law at next meeting
• Adopted agenda as presented
• Received CAO Recruitment Committee recommendations (memo CAO-25-023)
• Approved entry into and exit from closed session on CAO recruitment matters
• Approved introduction and reading of By‑laws 2025-037, 2025-038, 2025-039, 2025-040
• Approved adjournment of the meeting

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold a public open house on June 16, 2025. The meeting will present notices of complete applications for the properties at 178-188 Victoria Street and 79-83 Queen Street (Royal George Theatre). No decisions or votes are indicated; the session appears informational.

• 178-188 Victoria Street – Notice of Complete Application (OPA-05-2025)
• 79-83 Queen Street – Notice of Complete Application (ZBA-07-2025)

Discretionary Grant Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Discretionary Grant Committee will hold a video‑conference on June 12, 2025. It will call the meeting to order, adopt the agenda, address any conflict‑of‑interest declarations, and review the minutes from the June 6, 2025 meeting. A closed session will be held under Section 239(2)(i) for confidential grant information. No specific grant applications or other business items are listed.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(i) for confidential grant policy information
• Review of previous meeting minutes from June 6, 2025

The Discretionary Grant Committee adopted the agenda as presented and approved the June 5, 2025 minutes. The committee approved a motion to hold a closed session under Section 239(2)(i) and a subsequent motion to reconvene after the closed session. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 11:16 p.m.

• Adopt agenda as presented – approved
• Approve June 5, 2025 minutes – approved
• Close meeting under Section 239(2)(i) – approved
• Rise from closed meeting – approved
• Adjourn meeting – unanimous

Information Package

The council will receive an information package that includes several public announcements, notices of decisions on zoning and deeming by‑laws, and correspondence from the Niagara Region and other municipalities. No formal motions or votes are scheduled; the items are for informational purposes only. The most notable item is the town statement affirming wine country as central to the new tourism strategy.

• Town Statement – Niagara-on-the-Lake affirms wine country as core to its identity in new tourism strategy
• Notice of Decision – 26CD-18-22-01 – 1490 York Road
• Notice of Decision – Deeming By‑law – 217 Simcoe Street
• Notice of Complete Application Open House – 95 Johnson Street – OPA‑04‑2025 and ZBA‑06‑2025
• News Release – Niagara-on-the-Lake invites community feedback on Heritage Trail Phase 3

Irrigation Committee

The committee will receive a financial update from Kyle Freeborn, a status report on irrigation pumps, a discussion of NOTL irrigation funding, and a presentation on a meter pilot project. No decisions are listed; the agenda consists of informational items.

• Financial Update – presented by Kyle Freeborn
• Pump Status Update
• NOTL Irrigation Funding discussion
• Meter Pilot Project presentation

The committee approved adding Schenck Farms to the irrigation system at a 50% acreage price. The agenda and the April 9, 2025 minutes were also approved. The meeting set the next meeting for July 9, 2025.

• Agenda adoption approved
• April 9, 2025 minutes approved
• Schenck Farms addition to irrigation system approved

CAO Recruitment Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The meeting includes a closed session to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual under the Municipal Act 2001.

• Closed session regarding CAO recruitment

Discretionary Grant Committee

The Discretionary Grant Committee will hold a closed session to provide training to members on discretionary grant policy. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda adoption, conflict‑of‑interest declaration, and scheduling the next meeting on June 12, 2025.

• Closed session for discretionary grant policy training (Section 239(3.1))
• Next meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

The Municipal Heritage Committee adopted its agenda as presented. It approved moving into a closed session for training on discretionary grant policy, and then approved rising from the closed session to consider matters under the Municipal Act 2001. The next meeting was scheduled for June 12, 2025, and the meeting adjourned unanimously at 1:46 p.m.

• Agenda adopted (approved)
• Closed session approved for training on discretionary grant policy
• Committee rose from closed session to consider Municipal Act matters (approved)
• Next meeting set for Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
• Adjournment unanimous

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole will review the Phase 1 Heritage Conservation Study for the Queen‑Picton (Old Town) Heritage Conservation District. It will also hear public meeting reports for three development applications: 524 York Road (Phase 2), 1839 Four Mile Creek Road, and 222 Gate Street. A closed session will address a personal matter related to CAO recruitment. The agenda includes a presentation on Bill 17 – Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025.

• Public meeting information for 524 York Road (Phase 2) – OPA‑01‑2025, ZBA‑01‑2025 (CDS‑25‑056)
• Public meeting information for 1839 Four Mile Creek Road – OPA‑03‑2025, ZBA‑03‑2025 (CDS‑25‑074)
• Public meeting information for 222 Gate Street – OPA‑02‑2025, ZBA‑02‑2025 (CDS‑25‑072)
• Review of Queen‑Picton (Old Town) Heritage Conservation Study Phase 1 – CDS‑25‑083
• Review of Bill 17 – Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025 – CDS‑25‑085

The Committee of the Whole approved the Phase 1 Heritage Conservation District study for Queen‑Picton, endorsed an expanded district boundary and directed staff to amend the by‑law and begin Phase 2. The council also approved staff comments on Bill 17 – Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act. Information reports for three development applications were received and recorded.

• Approved receipt of Information Report – 524 York Road Phase 2
• Approved receipt of Information Report – 1839 Four Mile Creek Road
• Approved receipt of Information Report – 222 Gate Street and Unaddressed Parcel
• Approved Queen‑Picton HCD Phase 1 study report, endorsed expanded boundary, directed by‑law amendment and commencement of Phase 2
• Approved staff to submit comments on Bill 17 – Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act
• Approved receipt of exemption written requests (277 Wellington St., 189 William St., 373 Victoria St.) into the record
• Approved receipt of Queen‑Picton HCD Phase 1 presentation
• Approved adjournment of the meeting

CAO Recruitment Committee

The CAO Recruitment Committee will hold its regular meeting with standard procedural items. A closed session will be held to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual related to the CAO recruitment, as permitted under Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(2)(b). No other agenda items are detailed.

• Call to order
• Adoption of agenda
• Conflict of interest declaration
• Closed session to consider personal matters about CAO recruitment (Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(2)(b))
• Business (no items listed)

Information Package

The council will receive an information package containing several public announcements and correspondence from the Niagara Region, other municipalities, and local organizations. Items include news releases about Seniors Month, the Garden City Skyway Bridge twinning project, a heritage trail walk, and a $150 million Shaw Festival transformation. The package also includes Niagara Region emails on water and wastewater capacity, the 2025 provincial budget analysis, sewer overflow funding recommendations, a consolidated housing master plan, and a corporate climate change action plan. No formal motions or votes are listed for this meeting.

• News Release – Council to Consider Agreement for Garden City Skyway Bridge Twinning Project
• Shaw Festival Letter – $150 Million Transformation
• Niagara Region Email – 2025 Provincial Budget Analysis
• Memo – LM and Council – Urban and Rural Roads Safety Audit
• Niagara Region Email – Combined Sewer Overflow Control Program – 2025 Funding Recommendations

Council Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Council will discuss short-term rental license limits and the 2025 final tax rates. The meeting includes a presentation on the Garden City Skyway Bridge Twinning Project and decisions on municipal software procurement.

• Short-Term Rental License Limits (FES-25-006) and associated By-law 2025-032
• 2025 Final Tax Rates and Waste Management Levy (CS-25-009)
• Garden City Skyway Bridge Twinning Agreement (OPS-25-001)
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software Procurement (CAO-25-020)
• Voting methods for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections (CAO-25-021)

The council approved several major actions. It authorized the town to enter into an agreement with the Ministry of Transportation for the Garden City Skyway Bridge twinning and adopted internet voting as an alternative method for the 2026 municipal and school board elections. The council also approved a public‑art by‑law amendment, a CRM software procurement, and limited new short‑term rental licences to the existing 231 properties. All motions were approved, with the internet‑voting motion passing 6‑3.

• Adopted agenda (approved)
• Approved entry into Garden City Skyway Bridge Twinning agreement with MTO (approved)
• Approved public‑art resolution to amend Sign By‑law (approved)
• Approved procurement of MuniPaaS/Salesforce CRM solution (approved)
• Approved internet voting as alternative method for 2026 elections (6‑3)
• Approved in‑person ballot voting using vote tabulators for 2026 elections (approved)
• Approved staff to draft amendments limiting short‑term rental licences to existing 231 properties (approved)
• Approved staff to meet with interested parties on short‑term rental density limits (9‑0)

Information Package

The council will receive an information package containing several public announcements and correspondence items. Items include news releases about the 2025 Sports Wall of Fame nominations, the summer opening of the Niagara-on-the-Lake Courthouse, and the town's twelfth consecutive National Financial Reporting Award. A town statement will address the engagement process for the former hospital site at 176 Wellington Street. No formal motions or votes are listed for this meeting.

• Town Statement - Former Hospital Site Engagement Process (176 Wellington Street)
• News Release - Niagara-on-the-Lake 2025 Sports Wall of Fame Accepting Nominations
• News Release - Step Inside History Niagara-on-the-Lake Courthouse Opens for the Summer
• News Release - Niagara-on-the-Lake Earns Twelfth Consecutive National Financial Reporting Award
• Media Release - Hotel Dieu Shaver Hospital Expansion Hits Key Early-Stage Milestone

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee will receive a finance and grant update, a construction update, a report from the chair, and a discussion of International Trail Day. These items are presented for information and planning rather than formal decisions. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order and adoption of the agenda.

• Finance and Grant Update
• Construction Update
• Report from Chair
• International Trail Day

The Heritage Trail Committee approved the meeting agenda as presented and accepted the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions or decisions were taken.

• Agenda adopted (approved)
• April 16, 2025 minutes approved

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment will consider several minor variance applications for properties on Victoria Street, Simcoe Street, and Kenmir Avenue. It will also review a consent application (B-04/25) combined with a minor variance (A-08/25) for 767 Concession 2 Road, and a separate consent application (B-05/25) for 944 Concession 1 Road. The meeting includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda, conflict of interest declaration, approval of March 20 2025 minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

• Minor variance A-04/25 – 407 Victoria Street
• Minor variance A-05/25 – 310 Simcoe Street
• Minor variance A-06/25 – 329 Victoria Street
• Minor variance A-07/25 – 19 Kenmir Avenue
• Consent B-04/25 & minor variance A-08/25 – 767 Concession 2 Road

The Committee of Adjustment approved five applications on May 15, 2025. Minor Variance applications for 407 Victoria Street, 310 Simcoe Street, 329 Victoria Street, and 19 Kenmir Avenue were each approved subject to archaeological, tree protection, and other conditions. The Consent Application B-04/25 (and accompanying Minor Variance A-08/25) for 767 Concession 2 Road was also approved with a series of legal and planning conditions.

• Approved Minor Variance A-04/25 for 407 Victoria Street (subject to archaeological and tree protection conditions)
• Approved Minor Variance A-05/25 for 310 Simcoe Street (subject to archaeological and tree removal conditions)
• Approved Minor Variance A-06/25 for 329 Victoria Street (subject to archaeological and tree protection conditions)
• Approved Minor Variance A-07/25 for 19 Kenmir Avenue (subject to tree removal condition)
• Approved Consent Application B-04/25 and Minor Variance A-08/25 for 767 Concession 2 Road (subject to legal description, land title, and pipeline conditions)

Open House

The body is holding an open house to discuss complete applications for 1839 Four Mile Creek. This session serves as a public meeting regarding OPA-03-2025 and ZBA-03-2025.

• 1839 Four Mile Creek - OPA-03-2025 & ZBA-03-2025

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will consider several recommendation reports, including a limiting distance agreement for Grey Forest Homes Ltd. at 10 Oakley Drive, a provincial Bill 5 proposal, a draft Niagara Region Fee Subsidy program, and updates to the short‑term rental by‑law. It will also hear a lease‑extension proposal for Sweets and Swirls Café at 176 Wellington Street and a public‑art motion. A closed session will address procurement‑practice matters under solicitor‑client privilege.

• Limiting Distance Agreement for Grey Forest Homes Ltd – 10 Oakley Dr
• Bill 5 – Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025
• Niagara Region Fee Subsidy Program – draft recreation service agreement
• Short Term Rental By‑Law Updates
• Lease Agreement extension for Sweets and Swirls Café – 176 Wellington St (and 14 Anderson Lane)

The Committee approved the Limiting Distance Agreement with Grey Forest Homes Ltd. It received the Bill 5 staff report and directed staff to submit comments by May 17, 2025. The town’s fee‑subsidy agreement with the Niagara Region was approved and authorized for execution. The Short Term Rental By‑law changes were approved, including new wording, a hearing officer appointment, and sunset of the review committee.

• Approved Limiting Distance Agreement with Grey Forest Homes Ltd.
• Received Bill 5 – Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025 staff report and directed staff to submit comments by May 17, 2025
• Approved Niagara Region Fee Subsidy Program agreement and authorized the Lord Mayor and Town Clerk to execute it
• Approved Short Term Rental By‑law updates and forward the by‑law for adoption
• Approved Short‑Form Wording (Schedule A) for the Short Term Rental By‑law
• Directed staff to present a by‑law to appoint a Hearing Officer for Short Term Rental appeals
• Recognized the Short Term Rental Committee and ordered its sunset
• Received lease agreement for Sweets and Swirls Café at 176 Wellington

CAO Recruitment Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the recruitment of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding an identifiable individual.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) regarding CAO recruitment

Information Package

This meeting is an information package containing public announcements and correspondence. No decisions are scheduled for this session.

• News release regarding summer amenity opening dates
• Notice of Decision for ZBA-20-2024 at 1696-1710 Niagara Stone Road
• Correspondence from Town of Cobalt and Town of Plympton-Wyoming regarding Strong Mayor powers
• Correspondence from Town of Cobourg regarding Ontario Works Financial Assistance Rates
• Correspondence from Town of Lincoln regarding manufacturing of emergency response vehicles in Canada

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will adopt its agenda and review standard items such as conflict of interest and previous minutes. It will receive an update on the Heritage Conservation District study and consider several heritage permit applications, including signage at 11 Queen Street and roof work at 43 Castlereagh Street. The committee will also evaluate a heritage permit and grant application for 223 King Street and a notice of intent to demolish at 231 Regent Street. An official plan update will be presented before the meeting concludes.

• Heritage Conservation District Study Status Update – CDS-25-073
• Heritage Permit Application – Signage at 11 Queen Street – CDS-25-075
• Heritage Permit and Grant Application – 223 King Street – CDS-25-071
• Notice of Intent to Demolish – 231 Regent Street – CDS-25-065
• Official Plan Update presentation by Steve Burke

The Municipal Heritage Committee adopted the agenda and previous minutes, endorsed the findings of the Queen‑Picton Heritage Conservation District study and recommended the plan phase to Council, and approved multiple heritage permit applications and a grant with conditions. It also acknowledged a demolition notice for 231 Regent Street and asked staff to consider a waste‑management plan. The Official Plan report was received for future consideration.

• Adopted agenda as amended (approved)
• Received April 2 2025 minutes (approved)
• Endorsed Queen‑Picton HCD study and recommended Council move to plan phase (approved)
• Recommended Heritage Permit HER‑12‑2025 for 11 Queen St signage with conditions (approved)
• Recommended Heritage Permit HER‑15‑2025 for 183 Victoria St signage and post replacement with conditions (approved)
• Recommended Heritage Permit HER‑14‑2025 for 223 King St repainting and $4,975 grant with conditions (approved)
• Acknowledged Notice of Intent to Demolish HER‑08‑2025 for 231 Regent St and asked staff to explore waste‑management plan (approved)
• Recommended Heritage Permit HER‑13‑2025 for roof replacement at 43 Castlereagh St with conditions and staff follow‑up (approved)

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning will consider recommendation reports for several land development and zoning requests. The meeting includes delegations to speak on specific property applications and reviews of transit and heritage reports.

• 1490 York Road Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium 26CD-18-22-01
• 747 and 795 East and West Line Zoning By-law Amendment Application (ZBA-19-2024)
• 209 & 217 Simcoe Street Applications for Deeming By-laws
• Property Standards and Heritage report (CDS-25-079)
• Niagara Transit Annual Report and Q1 Commingled Stats

The Committee of the Whole approved the Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium for 1490 York Road, subject to conditions. It also approved a zoning by‑law amendment for 747 and 795 East and West Line and deeming by‑laws for 209 and 217 Simcoe Street. Motions to hold and then rise from a closed session on councillor conduct were approved, as was the agenda amendment adding the closed‑session item (8‑1 vote).

• Approved Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium for 1490 York Road (subject to Appendix V conditions)
• Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment (ZBA‑19‑2024) for 747 and 795 East and West Line
• Approved Deeming By‑law for 217 Simcoe Street
• Approved Deeming By‑law for 209 Simcoe Street
• Approved motion to hold a closed session on councillor conduct at 6:55 p.m.
• Approved motion to rise from the closed session at 7:16 p.m.
• Adopted agenda amendment adding closed‑session item (vote 8‑1)

CAO Recruitment Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The primary business will be conducted in a closed session regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) regarding CAO recruitment

Information Package

The council will review an information package that includes a Notice of Decision for the ZBA‑20‑2024 application at 1696‑1710 Niagara Stone Road. It also contains public notices of complete applications for 222 Gate Street (OPA‑02‑2025/ZBA‑02‑2025) and 1839 Four Mile Creek Road (OPA‑03‑2025/ZBA‑03‑2025). Additional items are correspondence from the Niagara Region on a 2025 debenture issuance and a letter from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing about Strong Mayor Powers. No formal motions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Notice of Decision – ZBA‑20‑2024 – 1696‑1710 Niagara Stone Road
• Notice of Complete Application – OPA‑02‑2025 & ZBA‑02‑2025 – 222 Gate Street and unaddressed parcel
• Notice of Complete Application – OPA‑03‑2025 & ZBA‑03‑2025 – 1839 Four Mile Creek Road
• Niagara Region email re: Debt Information Report – 2025 Debenture Issuance
• Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing letter re: Strong Mayor Powers

Council Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Council will review the Servicing Agreement for the 9 Dee Road watermain extension (OPS-24-031). The meeting also includes staff reviews of the town's Tourism Strategy and a proposal to create an Urban Design Review Panel (CAO-25-013). Motions on the Temporary Patio Program and several by‑law amendments, including a heritage amendment for 187 Queen Street, will be considered.

• Servicing Agreement – 9 Dee Road Watermain Extension (OPS-24-031)
• Authorization to Execute Ordnance Boundary Stone Restoration Agreements (CDS-25-067)
• Creation of an Urban Design Review Panel (UDRP) (CAO-25-013)
• Reconsideration of Temporary Patio Program Cancellation – Motion 16.6
• By‑law 2025-025 – 187 Queen Street Heritage By‑law Amendment

The council adopted the agenda and approved several key items, including the cancellation of the Temporary Patio Program and the authorization of Ordnance Boundary Stone restoration agreements. It received and approved the MAT Funding Criteria and the comprehensive Tourism Strategy and Action Plan. The council also approved the creation of an Urban Design Review Panel and set directives for staff reporting on heritage district planning and funding implementation.

• Reconsideration of Temporary Patio Program cancellation approved (7-2); program to end Dec 31 2025 and staff to report on budget, timing and boundaries for a Heritage District Master Secondary Plan
• Municipal Conflict of Interest legal costs report approved (8-0); town to pay costs with reimbursement to the town if a councillor is found in contravention
• MAT Funding Criteria report received and criteria approved; staff directed to report required resources by Dec 31 and proposed projects by July 31
• Authorization for Director of Community and Development Services to sign Ordnance Boundary Stone Restoration Agreements approved
• Tourism Strategy and Action Plan amendments approved and full strategy adopted
• Creation of Urban Design Review Panel approved in principle; staff to draft Terms of Reference and report back within one month
• Agenda adoption approved as amended

Open House

The municipality will hold an Open House session on April 28, 2025. Attendees will be shown the Notice of Complete Application for 222 Gate Street and an adjacent unaddressed parcel (OPA-02-2025, ZBA-02-2025). No decisions or votes are indicated for this meeting.

• Notice of Complete Application for 222 Gate Street and unaddressed parcel (OPA-02-2025, ZBA-02-2025)

Information Package

This is an information-only meeting with no decisions scheduled. The agenda includes town news releases regarding fire services recognition, a 2025 discretionary grant program, a significant fire at Glencairn Hall, and an update on the Chief Administrative Officer recruitment. It also contains a final order from the Ontario Land Tribunal regarding the Randwood Estate.

• Town launches 2025 Discretionary Grant Program
• Update on CAO Recruitment Process
• Ontario Land Tribunal final order on Randwood Estate
• Significant fire at Glencairn Hall on Niagara River Parkway
• Niagara Region Waste Management Strategic Plan update

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will meet to receive a presentation and provide feedback on the Official Plan Update. The meeting also includes the adoption of the July 17, 2024, minutes.

• Presentation by Steve Burke, Manager of Policy and Heritage Planning, regarding the Official Plan Update
• Discussion and feedback on the Official Plan Update
• Approval of July 17, 2024, meeting minutes

The committee adopted the amended agenda and approved the July 17, 2024 minutes, updating them to note a virtual meeting. The committee approved receiving the Official Plan Report after a presentation by the manager of policy and heritage planning. Adjournment was approved unanimously.

• Adopt amended agenda – approved
• Approve July 17, 2024 minutes with virtual‑meeting note – approved
• Receive Official Plan Report – approved
• Adjourn meeting – approved unanimously

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold an Open House on April 16, 2025. The agenda includes a notice that the application for Phase 2 of the 524 York Road development (OPA‑01‑2025 and ZBA‑01‑2022) is complete. No attachments or additional items are listed. The meeting is for public information only.

• Notice of complete application for 524 York Road Phase 2 (OPA‑01‑2025, ZBA‑01‑2022)

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee will receive a finance and grant update, a construction update, and a report from the chair. The meeting will also discuss plans for International Trail Day. No specific motions or approvals are listed in the agenda.

• Finance and Grant Update
• Construction Update
• Report from Chair
• International Trail Day discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for May 21, 2025

The committee adopted the agenda, adding International Trail Day as a new business item. The minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting were received and approved. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Agenda adopted, including International Trail Day (approved)
• March 19, 2025 minutes received and approved

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will review recommendation reports on the Fire & Emergency Services Headquarters location, departmental plans, a storm‑water inflow and infiltration study for St. Davids, the Turntable Way public road dedication, and a zoning by‑law amendment for 1696‑1710 Niagara Stone Road. It will also consider the MAT funding criteria report. Several motions will be considered, including proclamations and a motion on strong mayor powers.

• 1696‑1710 Niagara Stone Road Zoning By‑law Amendment (ZBA‑20‑2024)
• Turntable Way dedication as a public road allowance (Bylaw 4147‑07)
• Fire & Emergency Services Headquarters location recommendation (FES‑25‑005)
• Proposed Inflow and Infiltration Study – St. Davids (OPS‑25‑011)
• MAT Funding Criteria report (CS‑25‑006)

The Committee of the Whole adopted the amended agenda and entered a closed session to discuss CAO recruitment. It deferred the fire headquarters relocation project but approved the 2025‑2027 departmental plan for Fire & Emergency Services and By‑law Division. Funding was approved for inflow and infiltration studies in the Queenston and St. Davids areas, and the zoning by‑law amendment for 1696‑1710 Niagara Stone Road was approved. Several reports were received or forwarded, and the MAT funding criteria recommendation was deferred.

• Adopted agenda as amended
• Closed session approved for CAO recruitment discussion
• Fire HQ relocation project deferred
• Approved 2025‑2027 Fire & Emergency Services and By‑law Division departmental plan
• Approved reallocation of funds for inflow and infiltration studies in Queenston and St. Davids
• Turntable Way dedication report received and forwarded for future approval
• Approved zoning by‑law amendment (ZBA‑20‑2024) for 1696‑1710 Niagara Stone Road
• Deferred MAT funding criteria recommendation to April 29, 2025

Information Package

The council will hear a message from Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa and CAO Bruce Zvaniga about the province’s proposal to expand strong mayor powers. Additional news releases will cover heritage and designated property celebrations and a reassessment of a playground removal at Centennial Sports Park. The meeting also includes correspondence from nearby municipalities and a provincial news release on the strong mayor powers proposal. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Message from Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa and CAO Bruce Zvaniga on expansion of strong mayor powers
• News Release – Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake to Celebrate Heritage and Designated Properties
• News Release – Town Reassesses Playground Removal at Centennial Sports Park Following Community Feedback
• City of Peterborough email re: Use of X
• Township of North Glengarry email re: Rural Roads Safety Resolution

Irrigation Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee meeting will include presentations on the current pump status, information from the Canada Infrastructure Bank, a financial update, and discussion of private dams. No specific decisions are listed; the agenda is for informational updates and discussion.

• Pump status update
• Canada Infrastructure Bank presentation
• Financial update
• Private dams discussion

The committee adopted the agenda as presented and approved the March 12, 2025 minutes. The meeting was unanimously adjourned at 2:35 p.m. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• March 12, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Committee adopted its agenda and approved the February 10 minutes. It received updates on drains and culvert cleaning and on the Farmer Profile Initiative. The committee approved a request that Council tell the Niagara Region it opposes $250 migrant worker home inspections and that the region cover the cost. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (approved)
• Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (approved)
• Received Brandon Enns update on drains and culvert cleaning (approved)
• Received Ashleigh Myers update on Farmer Profile Initiative (approved)
• Requested Council oppose $250 migrant workers home inspections, cost to region (approved)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Information Package

The Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Council meeting is an informational session. It presents public announcements and a series of emails from other municipalities covering topics such as trade tariffs, deposit‑return programs, land‑tax redistribution, mental‑health initiatives, and heritage matters. No motions or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• News Release – Lord Mayor Zalepa attends Provincial Swearing‑In Ceremony
• News Release – March Council Update
• City of Niagara Falls email on Business Community and Economic Resilience measures
• Town of Halton Hills email on Ontario Deposit Return Program
• Town of Milton email on Redistribution of Land Tax

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will review draft designation by-laws for specific properties. The meeting also includes an update on the HCD Expansion Study from Cultural Spaces.

• Draft Designation By-law for 167 Four Mile Creek Road
• Draft Designation By-law for 238 Four Mile Creek Road
• Draft Designation By-law for 1023 East West Line
• HCD Expansion Study Update presentation by Christophe Rivet

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved its agenda and the March 5, 2025 minutes. It accepted the Heritage Conservation District draft study summary. It endorsed in principle the designation by‑laws for 167 Four Mile Creek Road, 238 Four Mile Creek Road and 1023 East and West Line, and directed staff to send letters to the owners and issue Notices of Intent to Designate. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda as presented (approved)
• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (approved)
• Received Heritage Conservation District draft study summary (approved)
• Endorsed in principle designation by‑laws for 167 Four Mile Creek Road, 238 Four Mile Creek Road, and 1023 East and West Line (approved)
• Directed staff to send midway letters to owners of the three properties (approved)
• Directed council to issue Notice of Intent to Designate for each property (approved)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 7:19 p.m. (approved)

Council Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Council will consider a licence of occupancy agreement with Parks Canada (OPS-25-013) as part of the consent agenda. The meeting also includes a proclamation for regional planning responsibilities, an update to the council remuneration by‑law, a staff review of the town's tourism strategy, and a potential fleet solution with Enterprise Fleet Management. These items are presented for council approval or discussion.

• Licence of Occupancy Agreement with Parks Canada (OPS-25-013)
• Proclamation for Regional Planning Responsibilities (CDS-25-055)
• Update to Council Remuneration By‑law (CAO-25-010)
• Staff Review – Tourism Strategy (CAO-25-011)
• Potential Fleet Solution – Enterprise Fleet Management (CS-25-005)

The council approved two five‑year licence of occupancy agreements with Parks Canada for the Fort George tour‑bus parking lot and for 34 pay‑parking spaces at 176 Wellington Street, and authorized the mayor and CAO to sign them. It also approved a transition of the town’s light‑duty fleet to a corporate‑leased management program, funded by repurposed capital‑project money, passing 7‑1. Councillors appointed Tim Balasiuk to the Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Tourism Board and endorsed the regional planning fee schedule, the council remuneration by‑law draft, and the Niagara Community Foundation “Leave a Legacy” month proclamation. Additional items included deferring the tourism‑strategy review, destroying the voting ballots, and approving related committee minutes.

• Approved Licence of Occupancy agreement with Parks Canada for Fort George tour‑bus lot (5‑year term)
• Approved Licence of Occupancy agreement with Parks Canada for 34 pay‑parking spaces at 176 Wellington St (5‑year term)
• Authorized Lord Mayor and CAO to execute the two licence agreements
• Approved transition of the town’s light‑duty fleet to a corporate‑leased management program, funded by repurposed capital‑project money (7‑1 vote)
• Appointed Councillor Tim Balasiuk to the Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Tourism Board of Directors
• Endorsed regional planning service fee schedule
• Endorsed draft Council Remuneration By‑law for formal adoption
• Approved destruction of the voting ballots used in the tourism board appointment

Information Package

The March 20, 2025 meeting will present a package of public announcements and inter‑municipal correspondence. Items include news releases on the Official Plan update, perfect inspection ratings for the town's drinking water systems, and approval of the 2025 capital and operating budgets. The council will also receive emails from neighboring municipalities regarding business matters, U.S. tariffs, and landlord‑tenant reforms.

• News Release – Help Shape the Future of Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake’s Official Plan
• News Release – Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake's Drinking Water Systems Achieve Perfect Inspection Ratings
• News Release – Town Council Approves 2025 Capital and Operating Budgets
• Email from City of Port Colborne re: Niagara Businesses
• Email from City of Thorold re: U.S. Tariffs

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications: A‑02/25 for 1451 Line 6 Road (CDS‑25‑041) and A‑03/25 for 874 Line 1 Road (CDS‑25‑042). The committee will also approve the February 20, 2025 minutes. Other agenda items are procedural, such as call to order, adoption of agenda, conflict of interest, new business, and adjournment.

• Minor variance application A‑02/25 – 1451 Line 6 Road (CDS‑25‑041)
• Minor variance application A‑03/25 – 874 Line 1Road (CDS‑25‑042)
• Approval of February 20, 2025 Committee of Adjustment minutes
• Procedural items: call to order, adoption of agenda, conflict of interest
• New business and next meeting date (no details provided)

The Committee of Adjustment adopted the agenda as presented. It approved Minor Variance Application A-02/25 for 1451 Line 6 Road and Minor Variance Application A-03/25 for 874 Line 1 Road, each with specific conditions. The meeting minutes were approved by unanimous consent, and the next meeting was scheduled for May 15, 2025.

• Agenda adopted (motion by Paul Johnston, approved)
• Minor Variance Application A-02/25 (1451 Line 6 Road) approved with written undertaking condition
• Minor Variance Application A-03/25 (874 Line 1 Road) approved with multiple conditions on driveway access, archaeological assessment, septic system, and written undertaking
• Meeting minutes approved by unanimous consent

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee meeting on March 19, 2025 will include a finance and grant update, a construction update, and a report from the chair. No specific motions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Finance and Grant Update
• Construction Update
• Report from Chair

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will consider several consent‑agenda items, including updates to the Procedure By‑Law, a recommendation on the Draft Plan of Subdivision for 353 Townline Road, a recommendation on the Unaddressed Parcel on Elden Street, an encroachment agreement for 187 Queen Street, and a grinder pump service update. The meeting also includes a KPMG audit planning presentation and a delegation declaring a mental‑health, addiction and housing affordability crisis.

• 353 Townline Road Draft Plan of Subdivision – Recommendation Report (CDS‑25‑032)
• Unaddressed Parcel, Elden Street – Recommendation Report (CDS‑25‑023)
• Encroachment Agreement for 187 Queen Street (OPS‑25‑006)
• Grinder Pump Service Update (OPS‑25‑009)
• Procedure By‑Law Update (CAO‑24‑001)

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council will consider and adopt the 2025 operating budget, capital budget, and associated rate and fee by‑laws. A closed‑session will address litigation concerning the Dock Area. Routine items such as call to order, agenda adoption, and conflict‑of‑interest declarations are also on the agenda.

• Adopt 2025 Operating, Capital Budget and Rates (CS‑25‑004)
• Adopt By‑law 2025‑012 – Fees Charges By‑law
• Adopt By‑law 2025‑013 – Operating Budget
• Adopt By‑law 2025‑014 – Water Waste Water Rate By‑law
• Closed‑session discussion of Dock Area litigation

Information Package

The council meeting will present a package of information items, including public announcements and correspondence from other municipalities. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational releases and statements. Items include a heritage conservation district by‑law, a condo modification notice, and updates on development applications and the temporary patio program.

• News Release – Council Approves Queen-Picton Heritage Conservation District Study Area By-law
• Notice of Decision – Harvest Creek Condo Modification (26CD-18-24-06)
• Town Statement – Ontario Land Tribunal Approves Planning Applications for Proposed Development at 223 and 227 Mary Street
• News Release – Niagara-on-the-Lakes Temporary Patio Program to Conclude in 2025
• News Release – Farm NOTL Celebrating Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee will meet to adopt the agenda, review minutes from February 5, 2025, and hear a presentation from Bosys Technologies Inc. regarding metering.

• Review minutes from February 5, 2025
• Presentation: Bosys Technologies Inc. - Metering
• Farm NOTL Initiative announcement
• AG Roundtable discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for April 9, 2025

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will review a revised grant application for window replacement at 43 Queen Street and discuss tools for heritage easement agreements and updating outdated designation by-laws.

• Review revised grant application for 43 Queen Street windows
• Discuss heritage easement agreements tool
• Review community info-session for priority designation work
• Review staff report on updating outdated heritage designation by-laws

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning will conduct public meetings for four zoning by-law amendment applications. The body will also consider recommendation reports for three other zoning amendments and an assumption by-law for Fiorucci Estates.

• Public meetings for zoning amendments at 263 Concession 6 Road, 747 and 795 East and West Line, 1696-1710 Niagara Stone Road, and 1822 Niagara Stone Road
• Recommendation reports for zoning amendments at 280, 282 & 298 Niven Road, 933 Niagara Stone Road, and 1594 Concession 6 Road
• Fiorucci Estates Subdivision Assumption By-law (CDS-25-040)

Information Package

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will review public announcements, including a February news release and two notices of decision—one for the Glendale Secondary Plan (OPA‑06‑2022) and one for the Harvest Creek Condo Modification (26CD‑18‑24‑06). The meeting also includes correspondence from the Region of Niagara on 2025 property tax policy and from other municipalities on topics such as Buy Canadian and road safety. No formal motions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Notice of Decision – Glendale Secondary Plan (OPA‑06‑2022)
• Notice of Decision – Harvest Creek Condo Modification (26CD‑18‑24‑06)
• News Release – February Council Update
• Region of Niagara email on 2025 Property Tax Policy, Ratios and Rates
• City of Hamilton email on Buy Canadian

Council Workshop Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold a workshop to present the Official Plan update and answer questions. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting focuses on a presentation and discussion of the update documents.

• Official Plan Update Presentation (PDF)
• Official Plan Update – CDS-25-044 (PDF)
• Appendix I – Report CDS-24-185 Update on NOTL OP Conformity (PDF)

Budget Review Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Budget Review Committee will present and discuss the 2025 Operating Budget, budget updates, proposed user fees and charges, and the 2025 Capital Budget. A motion on a hiring freeze introduced by Councillor Cheropita will also be considered. The committee will adopt the agenda and address any conflict‑of‑interest declarations before adjourning.

• 2025 Operating Budget Presentation (Agenda item 4.1)
• 2025 Budget Updates – CS-25-003 (Agenda item 5.1)
• Proposed 2025 User Fees and Charges – update to CS-24-028, CS-25-001 (Agenda item 5.2)
• 2025 Capital Budget – CS-24-024 (Agenda item 5.3)
• Motion – Councillor Cheropita – Hiring Freeze (Agenda item 5.4)

Council Meeting

The Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake Council will consider and adopt several by‑law amendments, such as an amendment to By‑law 5334B-25 to create an Administrative Monetary Penalty System for non‑parking offences. Other items on the consent agenda include new by‑laws on animal care and control, a dedication by‑law for Oakley Drive, a condominium agreement amendment for Harvest Creek, and a heritage conservation district study area designation. The meeting also includes motions on prioritizing Canadian‑made goods in procurement and a charitable exemption for special event applications, as well as presentations on tourism, heritage designations, and the seasonal patio program.

• By‑law 5334B-25 – amendment to establish an Administrative Monetary Penalty System for non‑parking offences
• By‑law 2025-007 – Animal Care and Control
• By‑law 2025-008 – Dedication by‑law to lift Block 48, Plan 30M‑468 (Oakley Drive)
• By‑law 2025-009 – Condominium Agreement Amendment for Harvest Creek Condominium
• By‑law 2025-010 – Heritage Conservation District Study Area designation

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will hold an open house on Monday, February 24, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. via video conference. The session will present the complete application for the ZBA‑17‑2024 project located at 1822 Niagara Stone Road. No decisions will be made; the meeting is for public information and comment.

• Open House for ZBA‑17‑2024 application at 1822 Niagara Stone Road

Information Package

This meeting is an information package containing news releases, regional correspondence, and communications from other municipalities. No decisions are being voted on; the body is reviewing updates and reports.

• Queen-Picton Heritage Conservation District Study update
• Niagara Region Transportation Master Plan presentation
• Appointment of a new Climate Change Coordinator
• 2024 Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library statistics presentation
• Correspondence regarding Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST redistribution

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance for 25 Castlereagh Street and two consent applications for properties at 1708‑1710 Niagara Stone Road and the east side of Niagara Stone Road. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda, conflict of interest declaration, and approval of January 16, 2025 minutes and a modification to the November 21, 2024 minutes.

• Minor Variance Application A-01/25 – 25 Castlereagh Street (CDS-25-037)
• Consent Application B-01/25 – 1708‑1710 Niagara Stone Road (CDS-25-036)
• Consent Application B-02/25 – East side of Niagara Stone Road (CDS-25-024)

Heritage Trail Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Heritage Trail Committee will meet on February 19, 2025 for a standard agenda. The committee will receive a finance and grant update, a construction update, and a report from the chair. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Finance and Grant Update (no details provided)
• Construction Update (no details provided)
• Report from Chair (no details provided)
• New Business (no items specified)
• Next meeting scheduled for March 19, 2025

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre will host a public open house on February 18, 2025, to discuss a complete application for zoning changes at 747 and 795 East and West Line.

• Public open house at Community Centre
• ZBA-19-2024: 747 and 795 East and West Line application

CAO Recruitment Committee

The committee will hold a closed session under Section 239(2)(b) to consider personal matters concerning an identifiable individual, specifically the recruitment of the Chief Administrative Officer. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session on personal matters related to CAO recruitment (Section 239(2)(b)).

Open House

The body is holding an open house to discuss a zoning by-law amendment application. The meeting focuses on a notice of complete application for a specific property.

• ZBA-18-2024: Zoning by-law amendment application for 263 Concession 6 Road

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole will review and approve several consent agenda items, including the acquisition of property for the Heritage Trail between Line 9 and York Road. It will also consider updates to the Animal Care and Control By‑law, revisions to the Procedure By‑law, and an extension of licences for a Caleche business on town land. Additional information packages on the 2025 ROMA review and traffic speed‑minder results will be presented.

• Property Acquisition – Heritage Trail from Line 9 to York Road (OPS‑25‑003)
• Updates to Animal Care and Control By‑law (FES‑25‑003)
• Procedure By‑law updates (CAO‑24‑001)
• Extension of licences to occupy town land for Caleche Business (CAO‑25‑002)
• Traffic Data Collection and Speed Minders Program Results (Aug.–Nov. 2024, OPS‑25‑002)

Open House

The body is holding an open house and public meeting regarding a complete application for ZBA-20-2024. This session focuses on the property located at 1696-1710 Niagara Stone Road.

• ZBA-20-2024: Notice of Complete Application Open House and Public Meeting for 1696-1710 Niagara Stone Road

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Committee will discuss a procedural by-law presentation and a review of its Terms of Reference. It will consider issues related to migrant workers housing and inspection fees, as well as new rural housing on agricultural land. Additional items include drains and culverts, a bush‑lot removal project with the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, and community input on special events permitting.

• Procedure By-law Presentation (Agenda item 4.1)
• Terms of Reference review (Agenda item 4.2)
• Migrant Workers Housing / Inspection Fees (Agenda item 4.5)
• Rural Housing / New Housing on Agricultural Land (Agenda item 4.6)
• Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority – Bush Lot Removal (Agenda item 4.7)

Information Package

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council meeting will present an information package containing several public announcements and correspondence from other municipalities. Items include news releases about a free skate event, an extended temporary patio program, and the approved Glendale Secondary Plan, as well as statements from the Lord Mayor on trade issues and an OLT decision. No formal decisions or votes are listed for this meeting.

• News Release – Lord Mayor Zalepa invites residents to a free skate
• News Release – Niagara-on-the-Lake extends temporary patio program through 2025
• News Release – Town Council approves Glendale Secondary Plan to guide future growth
• Statement from the Lord Mayor – supporting Niagara-on-the-Lake amid federal trade discussions
• Town Statement – OLT Decision

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will review a heritage grant application for window replacement at 43 Queen Street (CDS-25-022). It will also examine priority designation reports for 1023 East & West Line (CDS-25-016) and discuss updates and next steps for priority designation work (CDS-25-038). Additionally, the committee will consider feedback from the Municipality of South Huron regarding the Heritage Advisory Committee.

• Heritage grant application – windows replacement at 43 Queen Street (CDS-25-022)
• Priority designation reports – 1023 East & West Line (CDS-25-016)
• Updates and next steps – priority designation work (CDS-25-038)
• Feedback email from Municipality of South Huron on Heritage Advisory Committee

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee will meet via video conference to discuss a metering delegation and the meter program for NOTL irrigators. The committee will also determine a date for an All Growers Meeting.

• Discussion on Metering Delegation and Meter Program for NOTL Irrigators
• Scheduling of All Growers Meeting

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole – Planning will consider a consent agenda that includes a modification to the Harvest Creek Condominium draft plan (26CD-18-24-06) and a Heritage Conservation District Study (CDS-25-028). The meeting will also review the 2024 Year End Planning and Building Monitoring Report and a Transport Canada meeting briefing. Delegations and other routine items will be addressed before adjournment.

• Harvest Creek Condominiums modification to Approved Draft Plan of Condominium 26CD-18-24-06
• Heritage Conservation District Study (CDS-25-028)
• 2024 Year End Planning and Building Monitoring Report (CDS-25-025)
• Transport Canada Meeting briefing (CAO-25-003)
• Delegation request from David Rusch regarding Harvest Creek Condominiums

Information Package

The Niagara-on-the-Lake council will receive several news releases and public announcements. It will also consider notices of complete applications for zoning (ZBA‑17‑2024, ZBA‑18‑2024, ZBA‑19‑2024) at 1822 Niagara Stone Road, 263 Concession 6 Road, and 747 & 795 East and West Line. Additional correspondence from Niagara Region, Niagara Transit, and the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority will be presented.

• News Release – January Council Update
• Notice of Complete Application – 1822 Niagara Stone Road (ZBA‑17‑2024)
• Notice of Complete Application – 263 Concession 6 Road (ZBA‑18‑2024)
• Notice of Complete Application – 747 & 795 East and West Line (ZBA‑19‑2024)
• Niagara Transit email on public engagement for the Facilities Strategic Asset & Service Network Master Plan

CAO Recruitment Committee

The CAO Recruitment Committee will hold a closed session under Section 239(2)(b) to consider personal matters concerning an identifiable individual related to the CAO recruitment. The remainder of the meeting follows a standard agenda of call to order, agenda adoption, conflict‑of‑interest declaration, business discussion, and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Call to Order
• Adoption of Agenda
• Conflict of Interest declaration
• Closed Session – personal matters about CAO recruitment (Section 239(2)(b))
• Business (no items listed)

Council Meeting

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Council will meet to discuss several motions, including provincial tax redistribution and private tree by-laws. The body is deciding on various by-laws related to property designations and temporary patio use. The meeting also includes a presentation on Village Community Association Christmas lighting.

• By-law 2025-005: OPA - 99 - Glendale Secondary Plan
• By-law 2025-002 and 2025-003: Designations for 18 Wilberforce Avenue and 716 King Street
• By-law 4316EG(3)-25: Temporary Use (Patios)
• Motion regarding short-term rental licenses for properties under agreement of sale
• Motion for the redistribution of Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST for infrastructure funding

Budget Review Committee

The committee will review the 2025 operating budget presentation, including change drivers, budget summary, studies, proposed debt and growth. It will examine the proposed 2025 user fees and charges for various services. The 2025 capital budget and related project listings will be presented. A motion by Councillor Cheropita on a hiring freeze, deferred from the December 10, 2024 council meeting, will be considered.

• 2025 Operating Budget Presentation (including Change Drivers, Summary, Studies, Proposed Debt, Growth)
• Proposed 2025 User Fees and Charges – CS-24-028
• 2025 Capital Budget – CS-24-024
• Motion – Councillor Cheropita – Hiring Freeze (deferred from Dec 10, 2024 Council meeting)
• 2024 Operating Budget Variance Report and Projection

Information Package

The council will receive an information package containing public announcements, inter‑municipal correspondence, and miscellaneous letters. Items include a notice of an open house and public meeting for ZBA‑20‑2024 at 1708‑1710 Niagara Stone Road and a town statement approving minutes of settlement for 187 Queen Street. The package also includes emails from other municipalities about tax redistribution, safety legislation, and related matters. No formal decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Notice of Complete Application Open House and Public Meeting – ZBA‑20‑2024 – 1708‑1710 Niagara Stone Road
• Town Statement – Council approves minutes of settlement for 187 Queen Street
• City of Welland email about redistribution of the Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST for sustainable infrastructure funding
• City of Peterborough email regarding Bill 242 – Safer Municipalities Act
• Town of Aylmer email about motion to oppose provincial legislation on cycling lanes

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance application for 20 Circle Street (A-21/24) and consent applications for Firelane 13B Road (Parts 2 and 3, B-14/24 & B-15/24). It will also approve the December 19, 2024 meeting minutes and present the 2024 Committee of Adjustment Year‑in‑Review. The meeting concludes with scheduling the next session for February 20, 2025.

• Minor variance application A-21/24 – 20 Circle Street
• Consent applications B-14/24 & B-15/24 – Firelane 13B Road (Parts 2 & 3)
• Approval of December 19, 2024 minutes
• 2024 Committee of Adjustment Year‑in‑Review presentation
• Next meeting set for Thursday, February 20, 2025

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee will hold a video‑conference meeting to adopt its agenda, review previous minutes, receive presentations, and receive updates on the trail and its finances. The committee will also consider any new business and set the date for the next meeting.

• Adoption of agenda
• Review of previous minutes
• Trail update
• Finance update
• Set next meeting date

CAO Recruitment Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals.

• Closed session regarding CAO recruitment under Section 239(2)(b)

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee will receive status updates on the water pump system, the CIB project, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and the PTTW initiative. The meeting includes a review of previous minutes and standard procedural items such as call to order and conflict of interest declarations. No specific decisions or approvals are listed on the agenda.

• Pump Status Update
• CIB Update
• St. Lawrence Seaway
• PTTW Update
• New Business – Draft

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will conduct routine procedural business, hold a closed session subject to solicitor-client privilege concerning 187 Queen Street, and set the next meeting date for February 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

• Closed session regarding 187 Queen Street (Section 239(2)(f) solicitor-client privilege)
• Call to order
• Adoption of agenda
• Conflict of interest declaration
• Next meeting scheduled for Feb 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council will hold a closed session to discuss information reports and solicitor‑client privileged matters concerning 187 Queen Street. It will also consider a by‑law (2025‑001) to confirm the council proceedings for this meeting. Standard items such as call to order, agenda adoption, and conflict of interest will also be addressed.

• Ontario Land Tribunal Matter OLT‑24‑000900 at 187 Queen Street
• Closed‑session discussion of privileged communications regarding 187 Queen Street
• By‑law 2025‑001 – Proceedings By‑law to confirm council actions

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning will hold public meetings regarding zoning applications for 1594 Concession 6 Road and 1829 Concession 4 Road. The body will also consider updates to the Glendale Secondary Plan and a temporary patio program review.

• Public meeting for File ZBA-15-2024 (1594 Concession 6 Road)
• Public meeting for File ZBA-16-2024 (1829 Concession 4 Road)
• Glendale Secondary Plan Official Plan Amendment revisions
• Temporary Patio Program Review Update and Draft By-law 4316EG(3)-25
• Draft Plan of Condominium Extension for 2203 Niagara Stone Road

Information Package

The council will review several public announcements, including news releases about the Lord Mayor's village visits, a response to vehicle break‑ins, and the Upper Canada Lodge transition. It will receive notices of complete applications and public meeting details for ZBA‑15‑2024 at 1594 Concession 6 Road and ZBA‑16‑2024 for the Ferox Winery at 1829 Concession 4 Road. A public announcement confirms the council has approved changes to short‑term rental licensing and special event permit fees. The package also contains correspondence from the Niagara Region on police budgeting and from many municipalities on land‑transfer tax, homelessness, and rural road safety.

• Council approves changes to short‑term rental licensing and special event permit fees
• Notice of complete application, open house, public meeting – ZBA‑15‑2024 – 1594 Concession 6 Road
• Notice of complete application, open house, public meeting – ZBA‑16‑2024 – Ferox Winery, 1824 Concession 4 Road
• Niagara Region email regarding police budget, Community Safety and Policing Act funding
• Correspondence from multiple municipalities on land‑transfer tax, homelessness, and rural road safety

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss heritage restoration grants and property designations. The body will also receive a status update on the Old Town Heritage Conservation District Study.

• Heritage permit and grant application for restoration at 135 Johnson Street
• Heritage Designation Report for 238 Four Mile Creek Road (The Duggan House)
• Status update on Phase 1 of the Heritage Conservation District Study
• Delegation regarding 4 Walnut Street
• Review of Municipal Heritage Committee accomplishments

Open House

The Niagara-on-the-Lake committee will hold a public meeting and open house regarding a complete application for Ferox Winery at 1829 Concession 4 Road. The session is scheduled for Tuesday, January 7, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. via video conference.

• Public meeting for Ferox Winery (ZBA-16-2024) at 1829 Concession 4 Road
• Open house scheduled for January 7, 2025, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Video conference format for the meeting