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Oakville public meetings in 2021

106 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 22, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Public Meeting Notices

Oakville public meeting notices for Dec 22, 2021 are procedural only

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate for public meeting notices in Oakville, ON, dated 2021-12-22. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided text.

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Virtual Meeting
Wed Dec 22, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Special Planning and Development Council

Council to vote on zoning change for former Public Works site at 315 Glenashton Drive

This special meeting of the Planning and Development Council includes a public hearing and recommendation report on a proposed zoning by-law amendment for the Town of Oakville's former Public Works site at 315 Glenashton Drive. Council will receive public comments and consider passing By-law 2021-154, which would amend Zoning By-law 2014-014 to permit the use of the lands. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning change for former Public Works site

Council held a special meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment for the former Public Works site at 315 Glenashton Drive. After receiving public comments, Council passed By-law 2021-154, amending Zoning By-law 2014-014 to permit the use of the lands. The motion was carried.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Dec 21, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 11 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 11 minor variance applications at various residential properties. The committee will decide on each application, with some items already having draft decisions attached. Public participation is via videoconference or written submissions by noon the day before.

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✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 6 minor variances, defers 5

The Committee of Adjustment approved six minor variance applications and deferred five others during its December 21, 2021 electronic hearing. All motions were carried unanimously. The committee also approved the minutes from its November 23, 2021 meeting.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Dec 20, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

Council to pass 2022 interim tax levy and approve Oakville Galleries agreements

Oakville Council is meeting virtually to consider routine items including the 2022 interim tax levy by-law, agreements with Oakville Galleries, and several financial reports. The agenda also includes a COVID-19 update, a quarterly update from Oakville Enterprises Corporation, and a brownfield environmental study grant for 520 Speers Road. Most items are consent or discussion items with recommendations for approval.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Council approves 2022 interim tax levy and multiple agreements

Council approved the 2022 interim tax levy by-law, authorized agreements with Oakville Galleries, and approved several financial and operational items including a $50,000 capital project for contract management training. They also approved a $20,000 environmental study grant for a property at 520 Speers Road and adopted alternative fee arrangements for external legal counsel. All votes were carried unanimously.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Dec 14, 2021 · 1:30 PM

Budget Committee

Oakville Budget Committee deliberates 2022 operating and capital budget

The Oakville Budget Committee is meeting virtually to deliberate the 2022 operating and capital budget, including several proposed service changes and funding requests. The agenda includes recommendations on traffic safety, leaf collection, park enforcement, heritage grants, LDD management, and winter recreation. The committee will consider approving the draft budget recommendations and associated funding from reserves.

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✓ Decided: Oakville 2022 budget approved with 1.67% tax levy increase

The Budget Committee approved the 2022 operating and capital budgets, including a net levy of $222,136,800, resulting in a 1.67% increase in the town's share of residential property taxes. The motion also approved several adjustments, such as increased funding for heritage grants, expanded bulk loose leaf collection, and new traffic safety measures. The budget will go to Council for final approval on December 20, 2021.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Dec 14, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to vote on permit for alterations at 349 Trafalgar Road

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and vote on a heritage permit application for alterations to the rear of the house and detached barn at 349 Trafalgar Road. The committee will also review minutes from the previous meeting and receive an information memo on delegated heritage permits issued from August to November 2021.

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✓ Decided: Heritage permit for 349 Trafalgar Rd alterations approved

The committee approved a heritage permit for alterations to the rear of the house and detached barn at 349 Trafalgar Road, subject to final approval of window, shutter, and door details and support for an alternative window design. A motion to defer the application for staff consultation with the barn owner was lost. The permit expires two years after final Council approval.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Dec 9, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Appeals Committee

Oakville Appeals Committee meeting agenda contains no substantive items

This agenda for the Oakville Appeals Committee meeting on December 9, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

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Virtual Meeting
Thu Dec 9, 2021 · 4:00 PM

Special Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to ratify CUPE 5348 collective agreement in closed session

The Oakville Public Library Board is holding a special virtual meeting with a confidential discussion item to ratify the CUPE 5348 collective agreement. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering regrets, declarations of interest, next meeting date, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Library board ratifies CUPE 5348 collective agreement

The Oakville Public Library Board held a special virtual meeting on December 9, 2021, and resolved into closed session to discuss labour relations. After returning to open session, the board approved the recommendation from the confidential presentation, ratifying the CUPE 5348 collective agreement. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Dec 9, 2021 · 4:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee to review accessibility updates, crosswalk, sports park design

The Oakville Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially endorse several accessibility-related items, including an orange crosswalk report, universal design features for the North Park Sports Park, and the 2021 Accessibility Annual Status Update. The committee will also receive information items and confirm minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee endorses universal design features for North Park Sports Park

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received and endorsed the North Park Sports Park report, including its universal design features. The committee also received the Orange Crosswalk report and the Accessibility Annual Status Update 2021, both of which were endorsed. No decisions were denied or tabled.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Dec 7, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Public Meeting Notices

Oakville public meeting notices for Dec 7, 2021 contain no agenda items

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion. The document is essentially empty of content, with no listed agenda topics, reports, or actions.

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Virtual Meeting
Tue Dec 7, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Council to consider 20-storey apartment at 1235 Trafalgar Road and transit priorities

The Planning and Development Council is meeting to decide on several zoning by-law amendments, subdivision assumptions, and holding provision removals. Key items include a public hearing for a 20-storey residential building proposed by Kamato Holdings, endorsement of transit priority projects, and a notice of intention to designate the 1898 Glenclare Farmhouse at 4243 Sixth Line as a heritage property.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 20-storey apartment building at 1235 Trafalgar Road

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment for a 20-storey residential apartment building at 1235 Trafalgar Road, 1226-1230 White Oaks Boulevard and 350 Lynnwood Drive, despite one oral submission in opposition. Council also approved several subdivision assumptions, holding provision removals, and endorsed seven priority transit initiatives, including fleet electrification and Bus Rapid Transit on Trafalgar and Dundas. A notice of intention to designate the 1898 Glenclare Farmhouse at 4243 Sixth Line under the Ontario Heritage Act was issued.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Dec 2, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Budget Committee

Oakville budget committee hears 2022 operating and capital budget delegations

The Town of Oakville's 2022 Budget Committee is meeting virtually to receive presentations from delegations regarding the 2022 operating and capital budget. The only discussion item is to receive these presentations. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Budget committee receives 2022 budget delegations, adjourns quickly

The 2022 Budget Committee met virtually on December 2, 2021, and received presentations from delegations regarding the 2022 operating and capital budget, a motion that was carried. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 6:33 p.m. The minutes will be presented to Council on December 20, 2021, for approval.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Nov 30, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Budget Committee

Oakville budget committee hears 2022 operating and capital budget delegations

The Town of Oakville's 2022 Budget Committee is meeting virtually to receive presentations from delegations regarding the 2022 operating and capital budget. The only discussion item is a recommendation to receive these presentations. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Budget committee receives 2022 budget delegations, meeting adjourns

The Oakville 2022 Budget Committee met virtually on November 30, 2021, and received presentations from delegations regarding the 2022 operating and capital budget. The motion to receive the presentations was carried. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 9:31 a.m.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Nov 25, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to decide Sixteen Mile branch relocation to North Depot parking lot

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually to discuss and decide on several items, including relocating the Sixteen Mile Temporary Library branch to the North Depot parking lot during North Park construction. The board will also receive reports on the 2021 audit, financial status, performance measures, and other updates. A confidential union negotiation update is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Library board approves Sixteen Mile branch relocation to North Depot parking lot

The Oakville Public Library Board approved the relocation of the Sixteen Mile Temporary Library branch to the North Depot parking lot for the duration of the North Park construction, with options for the library portable's use to be reported in 2024. The board also approved a proposed Territory Acknowledgement, received the 2021 Audit Planning Report from KPMG, and received several information reports including the Comprehensive Financial Progress Report as of September 30, 2021. All other motions, including approval of previous meeting minutes and various updates, were carried. The board also held a closed session for a union negotiation update.

Virtual Meeting
Wed Nov 24, 2021 · 1:30 PM

Special Council

Council to discuss confidential former Public Works site deal

This is a special virtual meeting of Oakville Town Council. The main item is a confidential discussion about the former Public Works site at Glenashton Drive and Trafalgar Road, Parcel 7. Council will also consider a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings. No other substantive business is listed.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to draft zoning amendment with 6-storey height limit

Council met in special session and resolved into closed session to discuss litigation and solicitor-client privilege regarding the former Public Works Site at Glenashton Drive and Trafalgar Road, Parcel 7. In closed session, Council directed staff to give notice of a proposed zoning by-law amendment to allow consideration of a bylaw amending Zoning By-law 2014-014, imposing restrictions including a six-storey height limit on lands subject to By-law 2021-021. Council also passed By-law 2021-153. The meeting adjourned at 1:54 p.m.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Nov 23, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Budget Committee

Oakville budget committee weighs traffic safety, leaf pickup, park enforcement

The Oakville Budget Committee is reviewing the 2022 operating and capital budgets, including commissioner presentations. They are also discussing several proposed programs and funding allocations, such as the Neighbourhood Traffic Safety Program, bulk loose leaf collection improvements, a park enforcement pilot, and a heritage grant increase.

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✓ Decided: Oakville budget committee receives 2022 budget presentations, defers most items

The committee received CAO and commissioner presentations on the 2022 operating and capital budgets and directed staff to report back on several items at the December 14 meeting, including options to reduce the tax increase to 1.6%. All other discussion items—neighbourhood traffic safety, bulk leaf collection, park enforcement, heritage grants, LDD management, and COVID-19 winter recreation—were referred to the December 14 meeting. No decisions were made on these items.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Nov 23, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 12 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 12 minor variance applications at various residential properties. The committee will decide on each application, with some deferred from earlier meetings. No consent applications are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 10 minor variances, denies 1, defers 1

The Committee of Adjustment approved 10 minor variance applications, denied 1, and deferred 1. The denied application was at 378 Wildwood Drive. The deferred application was at 50 Bond Street. Minutes from the November 9, 2021 meeting were also approved.

Electronic Hearing
Tue Nov 16, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to weigh permits for Navy St., Union St., Lambert Common and Glenclare Farm designation

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review and vote on four heritage-related items: three heritage permit applications for properties on Navy Street, Union Street, and Lambert Common, and a notice of intention to designate the 1898 Glenclare Farmhouse at 4243 Sixth Line under the Ontario Heritage Act. The committee will also confirm minutes from its October 19, 2021 meeting. All recommendations are subject to conditions such as heritage assessments, easement agreements, and final staff approval of details.

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✓ Decided: Heritage committee approves 3 permits, backs designation of Glenclare Farm

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee approved three heritage permit applications for properties on Navy Street, Union Street, and Lambert Common, each with conditions. It also voted to recommend issuing a notice of intention to designate the 1898 Glenclare Farmhouse at 4243 Sixth Line under the Ontario Heritage Act, with conditions including a heritage easement agreement. The committee's recommendations will go to Council for final approval.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Nov 16, 2021 · 1:30 PM

Budget Committee

Oakville budget committee reviews 2022 operating, capital budgets and fees

The Town of Oakville's Budget Committee is meeting virtually to review the 2022 operating and capital budget overview and the proposed 2022 rates and fees schedule. The committee will receive the budget overview presentation and consider the rates and fees for implementation on January 1, 2022. No consent or confidential items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Oakville budget committee receives 2022 budget overview, rates and fees

The committee received the 2022 operating and capital budget overview presentation and reviewed the 2022 rates and fees schedule for implementation on January 1, 2022. Both motions were carried. No substantive decisions were made; the items were received and reviewed, with fee by-law amendments to be presented to Council for approval.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Nov 15, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

Council to decide on sale of former hospital residential lands

Oakville Council is meeting virtually to consider several items, including the sale of residential lands from the former Oakville Trafalgar Hospital site, a sign by-law amendment, and a flood mitigation study. The council will also receive updates on COVID-19 and the 2021 audit, and approve committee appointments for 2022.

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✓ Decided: Council approves sale of former hospital residential lands

Council approved the sale of the former Oakville Trafalgar Hospital residential subdivision lands (Parts 3, 8, and 9 on Plan 20R-21190) on terms set out in a confidential report, and authorized the Town Solicitor to execute the sale agreement. Council also approved several other items, including continuing the Bronte paid parking pilot, passing a sign by-law amendment, and approving committee appointments. Two notices of motion were passed unanimously: renaming the Bronte Veterans Garden to Ralph Robinson Memorial Veterans Garden and supporting affordable childcare.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Nov 9, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 10 minor variance applications, including two deferred from earlier meetings. The committee will decide on each application, which involve requests for relief from zoning by-laws at specific residential properties.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment approved all 10 minor variance applications on the agenda, including three that had been deferred from earlier meetings. No applications were deferred or withdrawn, and no declarations of pecuniary interest were made. The minutes from the October 26, 2021 meeting were also approved.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Nov 1, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Council to vote on Bronte GO transit area plan and North Oakville zoning changes

Oakville's Planning and Development Council will hold a public meeting and vote on several planning items, including a town-initiated omnibus zoning by-law amendment for lands north of Dundas Street and south of Highway 407, and a proposed Official Plan Amendment for the Bronte GO Major Transit Station Area. The council will also consider a draft plan of condominium at 98 Kaitting Trail, a heritage easement for the Farm Manager's House at 1110 Lakeshore Road West, and a conservation plan for Knox Presbyterian Church Sixteen at 1150 Dundas Street West. Two items related to a SmartCentres REIT appeal at 105, 115-159 Garden Drive are listed as confidential.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Bronte GO transit area Official Plan Amendment

Council approved Official Plan Amendment 41 for the Bronte GO Major Transit Station Area, passing By-law 2021-128. A proposed omnibus zoning by-law amendment for North Oakville was deferred for further consultation with landowners. Council also approved a heritage easement for the Baillie Estate Farm Manager's House and designated Knox Presbyterian Church Sixteen as a heritage property.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Nov 1, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Public Meeting Notices

Oakville public meeting notices for Nov 1, 2021 contain no agenda items

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE meeting management system, with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussions listed. The document appears to be a placeholder or system-generated notice rather than a substantive meeting agenda.

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Virtual Meeting
Thu Oct 28, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to vote on 2022 operating and capital budgets

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually to consider approving its 2022 operating and capital budgets for submission to Town Council. The board will also review year-to-date financial indicators as of August 31, 2021, and receive several routine reports on health and safety, employee retention, and the CEO's goals update.

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✓ Decided: Oakville library board approves 2022 budgets, adds Sunday hours at Clearview

The Oakville Public Library Board approved the 2022 operating and capital budgets for submission to Town Council, and directed that the Clearview branch open weekly on Sundays for four hours, with funds reallocated from existing branch hours. The board also approved the 2022-2024 Strategic Plan and directed staff to resume pre-COVID hours at two branches when staffing permits.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Oct 26, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment will hold an electronic public hearing on October 26, 2021, to consider 10 minor variance applications. The agenda lists each property address with supporting documents, but no details on the requested variances are included in the agenda text.

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✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 6 minor variances, defers 4

The Committee of Adjustment approved six minor variance applications and deferred four others, with no applications withdrawn or denied. All motions were carried unanimously. The minutes from the October 5, 2021 meeting were also approved.

Electronic Hearing
Wed Oct 20, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Special Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to hear strategic planning presentation from CEO

The Oakville Public Library Board is holding a special virtual meeting. The main agenda item is a verbal presentation from the CEO on strategic planning. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Library board receives strategic planning presentation

The Oakville Public Library Board held a special virtual meeting on October 20, 2021, where the only substantive item was a presentation on strategic planning from the CEO, which was received by the board. No other decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural, including noting regrets and adjourning at 8:23 p.m.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Oct 19, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Special Council

Oakville council to hear mayor's annual status report

This is a special council meeting with one substantive item: the Mayor's Annual Oakville Status Report, which is listed as a discussion item with details to be distributed via addendum. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including a confirming by-law (2021-140) to validate the meeting's proceedings and standard items like regrets and declarations of interest.

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✓ Decided: Council receives Mayor's Annual Oakville Status Report

The special council meeting was largely procedural. Council received the Mayor's Annual Oakville Status Report and passed a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings. No substantive policy decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Oct 19, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to vote on permits for 64 First St and 1110 Lakeshore Rd W

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and vote on several heritage-related items. They will consider a heritage permit for alterations to a house at 64 First Street, a heritage easement agreement for the rehabilitation of the Baillie Estate Farm Manager's House at 1110 Lakeshore Road West, a conservation plan for Knox Sixteen Church and Cemetery, and a zoning by-law amendment review for properties on Randall, Navy, and Church Streets. The committee will also receive information about a 2021 heritage award and a white oak tree monitoring report.

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✓ Decided: Heritage committee approves 64 First Street additions, Baillie Estate easement

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee approved a heritage permit for new additions and alterations to the house at 64 First Street, subject to final approval of cladding, windows, and doors. It also approved entering into a Heritage Easement Agreement for the rehabilitation and relocation of the Baillie Estate Farm Manager’s House at 1110 Lakeshore Road West, and endorsed a conservation plan for Knox Sixteen Church and Cemetery at 1150 Dundas Street West. The committee received a zoning by-law amendment review for 150 Randall Street, 125 Navy Street, and 143 Church Street, providing heritage-related comments. All motions were carried.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Oct 18, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

✓ Decided: Council approves traffic safety program with 40 km/h zones and speed cameras

Council approved the Neighbourhood Traffic Safety Program, including new 40 km/h Community Safety Zones on several roads and an Automated Speed Enforcement program with 14 mobile cameras in 2022. The town-wide default speed limit reduction to 40 km/h was deferred pending further study. A two-year Park Enforcement Pilot Program was also approved.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Oct 5, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications Oct 5

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing on October 5, 2021, to consider 10 minor variance applications at various residential addresses. Two applications were previously deferred from earlier meetings. The committee will also handle routine items like minutes and declarations of interest.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 9 minor variance applications, defers one

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment approved nine minor variance applications and deferred one application (129 Claxton Drive) to a future meeting. All approvals were carried unanimously. The minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting were also approved.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Oct 4, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Oakville council to hear public input on Lakeshore Road development, Amazon zoning

The Planning and Development Council is meeting virtually to discuss and decide on several planning matters, including a public hearing for a mixed-use development at 2262-2266 Lakeshore Road West and 83 East Street, and a town-initiated zoning by-law amendment for 2175 Cornwall Road (Amazon). The council will also consider removing two properties from the heritage register to allow demolition, and discuss a new urban core study for the Neyagawa area.

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✓ Decided: Council approves heritage permits, demolitions, and zoning amendments

The Planning and Development Council approved three heritage permits for accessory buildings and cabanas, removed two properties from the heritage register to allow demolition, and approved a cultural heritage landscape conservation plan. It also received a report on the Neyagawa Urban Core review, granted draft plan approval for a condominium, and passed a zoning by-law amendment for 2175 Cornwall Road. A public meeting was held for a proposed development at 2262-2266 Lakeshore Road West, with no decision made yet.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Sep 28, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

Council to review mid-year finances, approve filming policy, 2022 calendar

Oakville Council is meeting virtually to receive the June 30, 2021 financial results, which include several capital budget amendments, and to consider approving an updated Filming Policy. The council will also discuss a verbal COVID-19 update, a delegation of powers policy, and the 2022 council calendar. Several items, including the appointment of a Deputy Fire Chief and a George Street Parkette matter, are confidential.

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✓ Decided: Council commits to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, orange crosswalk

Council unanimously approved a motion committing to recognize September 30th as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, directing staff to review municipal recommendations from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, install an orange crosswalk, and explore future initiatives with Indigenous partners. Council also approved several financial items, including amending the 2021 capital budget to add $322,000 for electric vehicles and returning $12.2 million from the Kerr St Grade Separation project to reserves. A by-law appointing Andrew Boys as Deputy Fire Chief was approved, and a confidential decision on the George Street Parkette was carried on a recorded vote of 9 to 5.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Sep 23, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to vote on mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually to consider several items, including a proposed mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for staff, the 2021-2024 strategic plan, and draft 2022 operating and capital budgets. The board will also receive reports on finances, performance, health and safety, and room rental rates. The meeting includes confidential discussions on the 2022 operating budget and a union update.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Public Library Board approves mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy

The board approved a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for staff, volunteers, and contractors, consistent with the town's policy. It also received the 2022 operating and capital budgets for feedback, deferred the 2021-2024 Strategic Plan for further review, and disbanded the fundraising committee.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Sep 21, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to weigh 3 permits, 2 demolitions, 1 conservation plan

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee will review six heritage-related items, including three heritage permit applications for new structures, two notices of intention to demolish, and one conservation plan. The committee will also confirm minutes from its August 24 meeting and receive an information memo on delegated permits.

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✓ Decided: Heritage committee approves 3 permits, 2 demolitions, 1 conservation plan

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee approved three heritage permits for accessory buildings and cabanas at 69 Dunn Street, 55 Second Street, and 180 William Street, each subject to final material details and a two-year expiry. It also approved removing 164 Douglas Avenue and 4022 Fourth Line from the heritage register, with conditions for salvage and a heritage easement. The committee endorsed a draft conservation plan for 1042 Sixth Line and received an information item on delegated permits.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Sep 21, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Oakville committee hears 11 minor variance applications, 2 deferred

The Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 11 minor variance applications at various Oakville addresses, including two items deferred from earlier meetings. The committee will also handle routine items such as reading the preamble, declarations of interest, requests for deferrals or withdrawals, and confirmation of minutes. Public participation is by videoconference or written submission due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 11 minor variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment approved all 11 minor variance applications on the agenda, including two deferred from earlier meetings. No applications were denied or tabled. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 7, 2021 meeting.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Sep 13, 2021 · 4:30 PM

Special Council

Council to discuss mandatory vaccination policy

Oakville Town Council is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss a mandatory vaccination policy. The agenda includes a public discussion item and a confidential report on the same topic, followed by the passing of a confirming by-law. The specific details of the vaccination policy are not included in the agenda text.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Council approves mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy

Council received a report on a mandatory vaccination policy and approved the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (MS-REG-003) unanimously (15-0). The policy applies to town staff and related procedures were received. A confidential legal report on the policy was also received. The meeting was held virtually and included a closed session for solicitor-client advice.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Sep 13, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Council to decide on multiple subdivision, zoning, and heritage items

Oakville's Planning and Development Council is meeting virtually to decide on several development applications, including draft plans of subdivision, zoning by-law amendments, and official plan amendments. The agenda also includes public meetings for three development proposals, heritage designations for two churches, and a site plan for a new dwelling. A confidential item regarding an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal is also listed.

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✓ Decided: Council approves EMGO III subdivision and zoning by-law for 3483 Sixth Line

Council approved the draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for EMGO III Corporation at 3483 Sixth Line, passing By-law 2021-066. It also approved the official plan and zoning amendments for 677 Burloak GP Inc. at Wyecroft Road, passing By-laws 2021-120 and 2021-121. Notices of intention to designate were issued for St. John's United Church and Knox Sixteen Presbyterian Church. A by-law extending parking restrictions until October 22, 2021 was also passed.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Sep 9, 2021 · 4:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss Wallace Park redevelopment and accessibility items

The Oakville Accessibility Advisory Committee meets virtually to discuss the Wallace Park redevelopment and receive updates on accessibility initiatives, including a Gold Certification award, a motion on OHIP-covered eye care, hearing loop technology, and CNIB's federal election advocacy campaign. The meeting includes confirmation of June 10, 2021 minutes and standard procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Committee endorses accessibility features for Wallace Park redevelopment

The committee received a report on the Wallace Park redevelopment and endorsed its accessibility features, including a new washroom facility and accessible paths. Members provided feedback on sink heights, building materials, and playground design, which staff will consider in the next design phase. The minutes were approved, and information items were received.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Sep 7, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding a virtual public hearing to consider 10 minor variance applications, including two deferred from previous meetings. The committee will also handle consent applications, confirm minutes, and address any deferral or withdrawal requests.

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✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 8 minor variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment approved eight minor variance applications and deferred two others during its September 7, 2021 virtual meeting. All approvals and deferrals were carried unanimously. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 24, 2021 meeting.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Aug 26, 2021 · 6:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board hears strategic planning update from CEO

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually. The main item is a verbal presentation from the CEO on strategic planning. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering regrets, declarations of interest, next meeting date, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Library board receives strategic planning presentation

The Oakville Public Library Board held a special virtual meeting on August 26, 2021. The only substantive item was a verbal presentation on strategic planning, which was received by the board. No decisions were made beyond receiving the presentation and adjourning.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Aug 24, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Oakville committee hears 12 property variance and consent applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment holds an electronic public hearing to decide on 3 consent applications and 9 minor variance applications for properties across town, including two deferred items. Residents can participate by videoconference or submit written comments by noon the day before.

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✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 9 minor variances, defers 3 applications

The Committee of Adjustment approved all nine minor variance applications on the agenda, including two previously deferred items. Three consent applications for 250 Bronte Road were deferred. The minutes from the August 10, 2021 meeting were approved.

Electronic Hearing
Tue Aug 24, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Property Standards Committee

Oakville Property Standards Committee meeting agenda is procedural only

This agenda for the Oakville Property Standards Committee meeting on 2021-08-24 contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.

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Virtual Meeting
Tue Aug 24, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to weigh permits, designations for four Oakville properties

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and vote on heritage permit applications and notices of intent to designate. They will consider a new garage at 105 Paliser Court, a house demolition and rebuild at 187 Front Street, and designations for St. John's United Church and Knox Sixteen Presbyterian Church. The agenda also includes a work plan for the Old Oakville Heritage Conservation District.

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✓ Decided: Heritage committee approves two permits, designates two churches

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee approved two heritage permits: a new detached garage at 105 Paliser Court and demolition/rebuild at 187 Front Street, both with conditions. It also issued notices of intention to designate St. John's United Church and Knox Sixteen Presbyterian Church under the Ontario Heritage Act. The committee received the Old Oakville Heritage Conservation District Work Plan and asked staff to explore an interim control by-law during the study.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Aug 19, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Appeals Committee

Oakville Appeals Committee meeting agenda contains no substantive items

This agenda for the Oakville, ON Appeals Committee meeting on 2021-08-19 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided text.

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Virtual Meeting
Tue Aug 10, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 1 consent and 9 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to decide on one consent application and nine minor variance applications. The meeting is being held by videoconference due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with public participation available via email or phone. The agenda includes a consent application at 574 Bronte Road and minor variance applications at several residential properties.

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✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves consent, variances; defers 6 applications

The Committee of Adjustment approved a consent application at 574 Bronte Road and minor variances at 1345 Sheldon Avenue and 305 Morrison Road. Six minor variance applications were deferred, and one at 190 Tilford Road was denied. The minutes from the July 27, 2021 meeting were approved.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Aug 9, 2021 · 4:00 PM

Council

Council to approve transit funding, COVID recovery spending, gypsy moth plan

Oakville Council is meeting virtually to decide on several items, including approving a transit funding agreement with the province, allocating funds for COVID-19 recovery programs, and approving a gypsy moth mitigation plan. The agenda also includes routine items like confirming previous minutes and passing by-laws.

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✓ Decided: Council approves COVID-19 recovery funding and gypsy moth mitigation

Council approved a COVID-19 interim recovery plan with $76,500 in one-time funding for sport grants, event fee waivers, and community awards. It also approved a $165,000 gypsy moth egg mass removal program for 2,358 municipal trees. Other decisions included passing by-laws for transit funding, tax payments in lieu, and appointing a Deputy Fire Chief.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Aug 9, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Council to decide on Dundas St E subdivision and zoning changes

The Planning and Development Council is holding a public meeting and considering recommendations on a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for 1019 and 1059 Dundas Street East, submitted by Capoak Inc. and Redoak G&A Inc. The agenda also includes approval of two heritage permits and several by-laws, including part lot control exemptions. No other discussion or consent items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Dundas St E subdivision and zoning changes

Council approved a revised draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for 1019 and 1059 Dundas Street East, submitted by Capoak Inc./Redoak G&A Inc. and the Town of Oakville. The approval includes passing By-law 2021-103 to amend the zoning, authorizing draft plan approval, and entering into a subdivision agreement. Council also passed By-law 2021-106 to stop up and close a portion of Eighth Line for the development. Additionally, two heritage permits were approved for properties at 280 Lawson Street and 114 King Street.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jul 27, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 10 minor variance applications at properties across town. The committee will decide whether to grant variances from zoning bylaws for each property. Public participation is by videoconference or written submission.

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✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 8 minor variances, defers 2

The Committee of Adjustment approved eight minor variance applications and deferred two others. One application was partially approved and partially denied. No consent applications were considered.

Electronic Hearing
Thu Jul 22, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to review 2022 budget drivers and workplace violence policy

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually to receive several routine reports, including the 2022 Budget Drivers report and a proposed Occupational Health, Safety and Workplace Violence Policy. The board will also hear a verbal labour relations update from the CEO and confirm minutes from the June 24, 2021 meeting. Most items are for information only, with no major decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Library board receives 2022 budget drivers with 5.6% increase

The Oakville Public Library Board received the 2022 Budget Driver report, noting a drafted budget increase of 5.6% versus the Town's 2% target, and discussed savings opportunities. The board also received several routine reports, including health and safety, a workplace violence policy, and the CEO update, and approved a confidential personnel matter in closed session.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jul 20, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to review two permit applications and toolkit updates

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss two heritage permit applications and receive an update on the Ontario Heritage Act and toolkit. The committee will consider approving a rear addition at 280 Lawson Street and shingle cladding replacement at the Erchless Coach House, 114 King Street, both subject to conditions.

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✓ Decided: Heritage committee approves two heritage permits for Oakville properties

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee approved two heritage permit applications: one for a rear addition and garage at 280 Lawson Street, and another for shingle cladding replacement at the Erchless Coach House, 114 King Street. Both permits expire two years after final Council approval. The committee also received a report on Ontario Heritage Act and Toolkit updates, expressing concerns about definitions and legislative changes.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jul 13, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 10 minor variance applications at properties across town. The committee will decide whether to grant relief from zoning bylaws for each property. Public participation is by videoconference or written submission.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 5 minor variances, defers 5 others

The Committee of Adjustment approved minor variance applications for 1069 Lakeshore Road E, 2073 Devon Road, 58-62 Shepherd Road, 255 Cherryhill Road, and 539 Taplow Crescent. It deferred applications for 216 Watson Avenue (Lots 225 and 226), 241 Donessle Drive, 144 Stewart Street, and 346 Willis Drive. The minutes from the June 29, 2021 meeting were approved.

Electronic Hearing
Tue Jul 6, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Special Council

Council to decide on Lakeshore Road West improvements and McCraney Bridge EA

Oakville's Special Council meeting on July 6, 2021, focuses on the Lakeshore Road West Class Environmental Assessment update. Council will consider approving the preferred solution for detailed design, directing staff to conclude the study, and preparing a separate EA for McCraney Bridge improvements. A confirming by-law is also scheduled for passage.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to conclude Lakeshore Road West EA and prepare detailed design

Council received the Lakeshore Road West Class Environmental Assessment update and directed staff to conclude the study and prepare detailed design of the preferred solution. The design must consider limiting tree loss, private property taking, climate change impacts, and a multi-use trail in Blocks 2, 3, and 4. Council also directed a separate EA for McCraney Bridge improvements and public consultation. All motions carried.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jul 6, 2021 · 5:30 PM

Special Council

Council discusses request for Minister Zoning Order to protect Glen Abbey

The Council is meeting to discuss a request for a Minister Zoning Order regarding the protection of Glen Abbey. The meeting also includes the reading and passing of By-law 2021-114 to confirm the proceedings of this special meeting.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Council asks province to protect Glen Abbey Golf Course

Council unanimously approved a resolution requesting the Province use provincial tools, including a Minister's Zoning Order, to conserve the Glen Abbey Golf Course cultural heritage landscape. The request also includes special legislation and a development planning area, and asks the province to support the Town and Region in related proceedings. Council also received letters from the Minister and MPP, and authorized the Mayor to respond to the Minister.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Jul 5, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Council to vote on two major Official Plan Amendments for Palermo Village and North West Area

The Planning and Development Council is meeting to consider several planning items, including public hearings for two Official Plan Amendments (OPA 37 and OPA 38) that would update policies for the Palermo Village and North West Area. The council will also vote on recommendations to refuse a zoning and official plan amendment for a self-storage facility at 2507 Dundas Street West, and to approve several subdivision assumptions and heritage designations.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Council adopts OPA 37 and 38 for Palermo Village and North Oakville West

Council passed By-laws 2021-096 and 2021-097, adopting Official Plan Amendments 37 and 38, which establish area-specific parking and cultural heritage policies for the expanded Palermo Village growth area and repeal the 1984 Official Plan for part of North Oakville West, incorporating new policies into the Livable Oakville Plan. The amendments will be forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Halton for approval. Council also approved several subdivision assumptions, a draft plan of condominium, and a heritage permit for 176 Front Street.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Jul 5, 2021 · 4:00 PM

Council

Council to decide on sign bylaw, expropriation, and land transfer

Oakville Council is meeting virtually to consider several consent and discussion items, including amendments to the sign bylaw for a CIBC branch, a decision on whether to proceed with expropriation at 427 Speers Road, and a land transfer with the Region of Halton for the future William Halton Parkway extension. The agenda also includes a COVID-19 update, proposed improvements to the Bulk Loose Leaf Collection Program, and a request for additional funds for the Sixth Line Reconstruction project.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $600K extra for Sixth Line reconstruction, sign bylaw changes

Council approved a $600,000 budget increase for the Sixth Line reconstruction project, funded from development charges and general reserves. It also approved sign bylaw amendments for a CIBC branch at 271 Hays Boulevard, and directed staff not to proceed with expropriation of 427 Speers Road. Several other items were approved, including a land transfer for William Halton Parkway and a deferral of the bulk loose leaf collection program report.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jun 29, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 10 minor variance applications at properties across town. The committee will decide whether to grant relief from zoning bylaws for each property. Public participation is by videoconference or written submission only due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 6 minor variances, defers 4

The Committee of Adjustment approved six minor variance applications and deferred four others. The approved applications were for 350 Chartwell Road, 1106 Crestview Street, 2444 Valley Forest Way, 189 Forestwood Drive, 2058 Constance Drive, and 500 Weynway Court. The deferred applications were for 518 Sherin Drive, 3518 Wyecroft Road, 309 Balsam Drive, and 111 Solingate Drive. No consent applications were considered.

Electronic Hearing
Thu Jun 24, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to review finances, privacy policy, and strategic plan results

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually to receive routine reports on finances, health and safety, and outstanding items, and to approve a customer privacy policy. They will also hear a verbal presentation on community engagement results for strategic planning and receive a CEO update.

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✓ Decided: OPL Board approves Customer Privacy Policy, hears strategic planning results

The Oakville Public Library Board approved the OP-008 Customer Privacy Policy and received several reports, including the Year-To-Date Financial Status Indicators as of May 31, 2021. The Board also received a community engagement results presentation from For Good Intent, part of the strategic planning process, and requested demographic breakdowns of the data. The CEO update noted OPL's reopening on June 30, 2021, in line with the provincial plan.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jun 22, 2021 · 2:00 PM

Special Council

Council to review Midtown Oakville urban growth area design workshop

This special council meeting focuses on receiving a staff report and presentation on the Midtown Oakville Urban Growth Area Review, specifically an urban design workshop. The council will also consider passing a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Council receives Midtown Oakville urban design workshop report

The Town of Oakville Council received the staff report on the Midtown Oakville Urban Growth Area Review and the presentation as modified through the workshop. The motion was carried. Council also passed By-law 2021-105. No declarations of pecuniary interest were made.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Jun 21, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

Council to consider climate progress, parking by-laws, and financial results

Oakville Council is meeting virtually to discuss and decide on several items, including a climate emergency progress report, waterfront parks paid parking by-laws, and the town's financial results for the first quarter. The agenda also includes consent items such as new park names, a creek stabilization easement, and a humane society license renewal, as well as a confidential update on Glen Abbey.

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✓ Decided: Council approves waterfront parking changes and backs eye care motion

Council approved several items including new park names, a creek stabilization easement, and a humane society license renewal. It also passed by-laws for waterfront parking improvements and administrative penalties, and unanimously supported a motion urging the province to fund OHIP-covered eye care.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Jun 21, 2021 · 5:00 PM

Budget Committee

Oakville 2022 Budget Committee to set chair, review infrastructure, 2% fee hike

The Town of Oakville's 2022 Budget Committee is meeting virtually to elect its chair, receive the 2020 State of Infrastructure Report, and discuss the 2022 budget forecast, which recommends a 2% increase in rates and fees in line with inflation. The agenda contains no consent or confidential items, and all items are for discussion or receipt rather than final decisions.

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✓ Decided: Oakville 2022 Budget Committee sets 2% rates and fees increase

The committee received the 2020 State of Infrastructure Report and the 2022 Budget Forecast, and approved a 2% increase in rates and fees for 2022, in line with inflation. Councillor Adams was appointed as Chair of the 2022 Budget Committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jun 15, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to vote on demolition and additions at 176 Front Street

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss heritage permit applications and a draft designation by-law. The main item is a revised heritage permit for demolition of existing wings and new additions at 176 Front Street, with a recommendation to approve. The committee will also receive updates on 21 Thomas Street heritage approvals and a draft heritage designation by-law for 78 Allan Street.

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✓ Decided: Heritage committee approves 176 Front St demolition and additions

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee approved a heritage permit for demolition of existing wings and construction of new additions at 176 Front Street, subject to final approval of details by staff. The committee also received updates on 21 Thomas Street heritage approvals and a draft heritage designation by-law for 78 Allan Street. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Jun 10, 2021 · 4:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Oakville accessibility committee reviews transit, diversity, and election plans

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive reports on Oakville Transit's 2021 accessibility plan, the 2021 Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, an update on evacuating people with disabilities, an accessible taxi licensing update, and preparations for the 2022 municipal election. The committee will also confirm minutes from March 11, 2021, and receive information items on accessible units in new construction and a new code of conduct.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Accessibility Committee receives 2021 transit, diversity, fire safety reports

The committee received several reports, including the Oakville Transit Annual Accessibility Plan 2021, the 2021 Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, an update on the Evacuation/Rescue of Persons with Disabilities program, an accessible taxi business licensing update, and a 2022 Municipal Election update. All motions to receive the reports were carried. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jun 8, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Oakville committee hears 9 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider nine minor variance applications at properties across town. The committee will decide whether to grant relief from zoning by-laws for each property. Public participation is by videoconference or written submission due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 8 minor variance applications, defers 1

The Committee of Adjustment approved eight minor variance applications and deferred one. All approvals were carried by motion. The meeting was held electronically, and minutes from previous meetings were approved.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Jun 7, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Oakville council to decide on Argo Joshua Creek subdivision and zoning changes

The Planning and Development Council is meeting virtually to consider several development applications, including a draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for Argo (Joshua Creek) Developments at 1297 Dundas Street East, a zoning amendment for Delmanor West Oak at 1280 Dundas Street West, and a town-initiated official plan amendment for the Hospital District. The council will also vote on consent items such as removing a holding provision at 1401 Bronte Road, a subdivision agreement with Mattamy Homes for Dunoak Phase 1, and draft plan approval for a condominium at 156 Randall Street. Heritage designations for 5 Bowbeer Road and 307 Ironside Drive are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approves OPA 35 for Hospital District, 12-1

Council approved Official Plan Amendment 35 (OPA 35) for the Hospital District, repealing the 1984 Official Plan as it applies to the North Oakville West Secondary Plan and adopting new policies in the Livable Oakville Plan. The vote was 12 to 1, with Councillor Sandhu opposed. Council also approved several other planning items, including a holding provision removal, a subdivision agreement with Mattamy Homes, draft plan approval for a condominium, and a zoning by-law amendment for Argo Developments.

Virtual Meeting
Mon May 31, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Special Council

Council to review Midtown Oakville transportation workshop

Oakville's Special Council meeting on May 31, 2021, is primarily a discussion item: receiving a staff report and presentation on the Midtown Oakville Urban Growth Area Review – Transportation Workshop. The meeting also includes passing a confirming by-law for the proceedings. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council receives Midtown Oakville transportation workshop report

Council received the staff report and presentation on the Midtown Oakville Urban Growth Area Review – Transportation Workshop, as modified during the workshop. A confirming by-law for the special meeting was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Thu May 27, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to approve rates, recruitment, privacy policies

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually to approve several policies, including the Rates and Fees Policy, Recruitment Policy, and 2021 CEO Goals, and to receive updates on finances, performance, privacy, website, and CEO activities. The agenda also includes a confidential update on CUPE 5348 negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Library Board approves policies, financial report, and CEO goals

The Oakville Public Library Board approved the April 22 minutes with a minor wording change, the Rates and Fees Policy (as amended), the Recruitment Policy, the Comprehensive Financial Report as of March 31, 2021, and the 2021 CEO Goals. They also received several reports for information, including the Performance and Measures Report Q1 2021, Customer Privacy Policy, Website Update, and CEO Update. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and receptions.

Virtual Meeting
Tue May 25, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

Council to vote on paid parking pilot at Bronte Beach and Tannery park

Oakville Council is meeting virtually to consider a paid parking pilot program at Bronte Beach and Tannery park, along with several by-laws and reports. They will also discuss a motion to phase out gas-fired electricity generation and receive updates on finances and other matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.9M to advance North Park community centre, library, sports fields

Council approved advancing $2,018,000 for the Sixteen Mile Community Centre and $589,000 for a new branch library at North Park, plus $375,000 for North Park Sports Park south parcel, all funded from development charge reserve funds. It also added $250,000 for accelerated construction of the Cornwall Park skateboard park. Council passed a motion requesting Ontario to cap and phase out gas-fired electricity generation by 2030 (13-1). Waterfront parks paid parking by-laws were referred back to staff for further review.

Virtual Meeting
Tue May 25, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment meeting is procedural only, no decisions listed

This Committee of Adjustment meeting on May 25, 2021, is a virtual session with an agenda containing only procedural items: regrets, declarations of pecuniary interest, a members' educational and training session, and adjournment. No specific applications, rezonings, or other substantive matters are listed for discussion or decision.

Virtual Meeting
Tue May 18, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 7 minor variances, denies 1, defers 2

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment approved seven minor variance applications, denied one, and deferred two others during its May 18, 2021 electronic hearing. All motions were carried unanimously. The denied application was for 3279 Carding Mill Trail, and deferrals were granted for 129 Claxton Drive and 305 Morrison Road.

Electronic Hearing
Tue May 18, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to vote on 176 Front St demolition and additions permit

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss two items: a heritage permit application for demolition and new construction at 176 Front Street, and a report on the Shipyard Park Commemorative Project. The committee will vote on a recommendation to approve the Front Street permit with conditions, and will receive the Shipyard Park report as information.

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✓ Decided: Heritage permit for 176 Front Street deferred to June 15

The committee deferred a heritage permit application for demolition and new additions at 176 Front Street to its June 15, 2021 meeting, asking the applicant to address concerns about cladding, east-side fascia setback, and the west garage. The committee also received a report on the Shipyard Park commemorative project and will provide comments on the conceptual design to Parks and Open Space staff.

Virtual Meeting
Thu May 13, 2021 · 10:00 AM

Special Council

✓ Decided: Council approves film pyrotechnics and noise exemption at 171 Speers Rd

Council approved a film request from Project V Pictures Ltd. to use special effects pyrotechnics at 171 Speers Road, including an exemption from the noise by-law. Councillor Knoll declared a pecuniary interest and did not vote. The meeting also passed a by-law confirming the proceedings.

Virtual Meeting
Mon May 10, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Oakville Council reviews zoning amendments and heritage grant funding

The Planning and Development Council is reviewing several land use matters, including subdivision assumptions and zoning amendments. The meeting also includes a discussion on the 2021 Heritage Grant Program funding allotment.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Council approves multiple planning items, including Bronte GO MTSA public meeting

The Planning and Development Council approved several consent items, including the partial assumption of a subdivision and removal of a holding provision, and passed an omnibus zoning by-law amendment. Public meetings were held for various development proposals, with directions to staff to analyze specific matters. The Council also endorsed the 2021 Heritage Grant Program and forwarded a report on the Regional Official Plan Review to Halton Region.

Virtual Meeting
Tue May 4, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications May 4

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to hear 10 minor variance applications, including two deferred from earlier meetings. The committee will also handle consent applications, confirm minutes, and address any deferral or withdrawal requests. Public participation is via videoconference only due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 10 minor variance applications in Oakville

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment approved all 10 minor variance applications on the agenda, including two deferred from earlier meetings. No applications were denied or tabled. The meeting was held electronically and adjourned at 8:27 p.m.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Apr 26, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

Oakville Council to approve 2021 tax levy, Speers Road expropriations

Oakville Council is meeting virtually to consider several consent items, including the 2021 property tax levy, a tax rebate for senior property owners, and expropriations for the Speers Road widening project. The council will also discuss the 2020 financial results and surplus disposition, a community energy strategy update, and the Digital Oakville 2021 plan. A verbal COVID-19 update from the CAO is also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Council approves 2021 tax levy, surplus allocation, and Brantwood school site sale process

Council approved the 2021 property tax levy with a net levy of $215,442,737 and a $704,800 transfer to the Tax Stabilization Reserve, keeping the increase at 1.63%. It also approved the 2020 surplus disposition, transferring $8.30 million equally to the Tax Stabilization and General Capital Reserves. A motion to sell six residential lots at the former Brantwood School site was defeated (7-8), but a subsequent motion to have the Oakville Municipal Development Corporation market and sell the school building and seven lots was approved (10-5).

Virtual Meeting
Thu Apr 22, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to approve 2020 financial statements and audit findings

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually to approve the 2020 financial statements and receive the KPMG audit findings report. The board will also consider several policy updates, including the Safety and Well-being of Children Policy and the Customer Code of Conduct Policy, and will discuss a confidential update on CUPE 5348 negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Public Library Board approves 2020 financial statements and audit findings

The Oakville Public Library Board approved the draft 2020 financial statements and received the KPMG audit findings report. The board also approved updates to the Safety and Well-being of Children Policy and the Customer Code of Conduct Policy, and received several reports for information, including the Recruitment Policy and Rates and Fees Policy. A closed session was held for a verbal update on CUPE 5348 negotiations.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Apr 20, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 10 minor variance applications at various residential addresses. The committee will also handle consent applications, requests for deferrals or withdrawals, and confirm minutes. Public participation is limited to five minutes per speaker.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 10 minor variance applications in Oakville

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment approved all 10 minor variance applications on the agenda, each carried by motion. No deferrals, withdrawals, or consent applications were considered. The minutes from the April 6, 2021 meeting were also approved.

Electronic Hearing
Tue Apr 20, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to endorse 2021 grant funding allotment

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially endorse the 2021 Heritage Grant Program funding allotment, as detailed in the attached appendix. The committee will also receive information about a new Code of Conduct for local boards and advisory committees, and confirm minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Heritage grant funding for 2021 endorsed by committee

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee endorsed the 2021 Heritage Grant Program funding allotment, as detailed in Appendix A of the April 13, 2021 report. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 23, 2021 meeting and received an information item on a new Code of Conduct for Local Boards and Advisory Committees. The funding recommendation will be forwarded to the Planning and Development Council on May 10, 2021.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Apr 19, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Special Council

Council to receive Halton Regional Police Service update

This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a presentation from the Halton Regional Police Service, which council is recommended to receive. The meeting also includes a confirming by-law to formalize the proceedings.

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✓ Decided: Council receives Halton police update, confirms special meeting

Council received a presentation from the Halton Regional Police Service and passed a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the special meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Apr 12, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Council to decide on Mattamy subdivision, zoning, and heritage amendments

Oakville's Planning and Development Council is meeting virtually to decide on several planning matters, including a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for Mattamy (Joshua Creek) Limited Phase 4 at 1429 Dundas Street East, and to hold public meetings for proposed official plan and zoning amendments at Garden Drive and 2507 Dundas Street West. The council will also consider consent items, including draft plan approval for a condominium at 1388 Dundas Street West and a deeming by-law for 176 Front Street, as well as heritage amendments for 340 Spruce Street and 78 Allan Street. Several items are confidential or will be distributed as addenda.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Council approves OPA 34, Mattamy Phase 4, and Distrikt zoning amendment

The Council approved several planning items, including a draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for Mattamy (Joshua Creek) Phase 4 at 1429 Dundas Street East, and a zoning by-law amendment for Distrikt at 2507 Dundas Street West. It also passed a by-law to repeal the 1984 Official Plan for the North West Oakville area and adopt Official Plan Amendment 34, which includes an expanded Palermo Village growth area. Council directed staff to prepare an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for the Amico Properties application, and approved a heritage permit for 326 Reynolds Street. The meeting also included a motion to confirm the Committee of the Whole report and passed several by-laws, including one to repeal a heritage designation at 1086 Burnhamthorpe Road.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Apr 6, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment to hear 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 10 minor variance applications at properties across town, including 1167 and 1163 Queens Plate Road, 271 Wedgewood Drive, 1514 Bridge Road, 1048 Cedar Grove Blvd, 1390 Constance Drive, 455 Michigan Drive, 42 Burnet Street, 1078 Agram Drive, and 239 Third Line. The committee will also handle consent applications, requests for deferrals or withdrawals, and confirm minutes. Public submissions are limited to five minutes per speaker.

✓ Decided: Committee approves 8 minor variances, defers 2, denies 1 variance

The Committee of Adjustment approved minor variance applications for 1167 Queens Plate Road, 1163 Queens Plate Road, 1514 Bridge Road, 1048 Cedar Grove Blvd, 1390 Constance Drive, 1078 Agram Drive, and 239 Third Line. It deferred applications for 271 Wedgewood Drive and 42 Burnet Street, and approved variance #1 but denied variance #2 for 455 Michigan Drive. The minutes from the March 23, 2021 meeting were approved.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Mar 29, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

Council to vote on development charge by-law amendment and new interest policy

Oakville Council is meeting virtually on March 29, 2021, to consider several items, including approving a Development Charges Update Study and passing By-law 2021-016 to amend the 2018 Development Charge By-law, effective April 1, 2021. Council will also receive a verbal COVID-19 update from the CAO, review the Oakville Enterprises Corporation quarterly update and authorize an amendment, and approve a new Code of Conduct for local boards and advisory committees. Other items include a charitable lottery request from St. Cuthbert's Anglican Church and the 2020 statement of remuneration and expenses for Council members.

✓ Decided: Council approves new development charges by-law and interest policy

Council approved a new Development Charges Interest Policy and an update study, and passed By-law 2021-016 amending the 2018 Development Charge By-law, effective April 1, 2021. Council also directed staff to advance several community infrastructure projects, including making North Park shovel-ready, building a skateboard park at Cornwall Park, and installing three rainbow crosswalks. A new Code of Conduct for local boards and advisory committees was approved, along with several other policy updates.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Mar 29, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

Oakville Council meeting agenda contains no substantive items

This agenda is procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document contains only interface text from the eSCRIBE system and no actual meeting content.

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✓ Decided: Council approves development charge by-law amendment and new policies

Council approved a development charges by-law amendment (2021-016) effective April 1, 2021, along with a new interest policy and an update study. It also approved a new code of conduct for local boards, updated mask and remote work policies, and authorized a charitable lottery for St. Cuthbert's Anglican Church. Council directed staff to advance several community infrastructure projects, including making North Park shovel-ready and building a skateboard park at Cornwall Park, and expressed interest in purchasing a former reservoir site for a new park.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Mar 25, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to consider paid COVID-19 recognition day for staff

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually to review routine reports and discuss several policies. Key items include a proposed paid COVID-19 Recognition Day for all staff, updates on the Safety of Children in the Library and Customer Code of Conduct policies, and a confidential update on CUPE 5348 negotiations. The board will also receive financial, strategic plan, development, and website updates.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Public Library Board approves paid COVID-19 Recognition Day for staff

The board approved a paid day off for all library staff in recognition of their pandemic efforts, funded from personnel and benefits. It also received several reports for information, including financial status, a new Safety of Children in the Library Policy, and a Customer Code of Conduct Policy. The board discussed but did not vote on a staff engagement strategy and a strategic plan environmental scan.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Mar 23, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

Heritage committee to weigh permit for 326 Reynolds Street addition

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss heritage permit applications and by-law amendments. The main decision is whether to approve a new house and garage addition at 326 Reynolds Street. The committee will also review a development application for 21 Allan Street and consider issuing notices of amendment to heritage by-laws for properties at 78 Allan Street and 340 Spruce Street.

✓ Decided: Heritage committee approves 326 Reynolds St. addition and garage permit

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee approved Heritage Permit Application HP006/21-42.20R for a new house addition and garage at 326 Reynolds Street, subject to final approval of window, cladding, and door details by heritage staff. The committee also received a report on a development application at 21 Allan Street, providing heritage comments, and issued notices of amendment to heritage by-laws for properties at 78 Allan Street and 340 Spruce Street.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Mar 23, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Oakville Committee of Adjustment to hear 10 minor variance applications

The Town of Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing on March 23, 2021, to consider 10 minor variance applications at specific residential properties. The committee will also handle consent applications, requests for deferrals or withdrawals, and confirm minutes. Public and applicant submissions are limited to five minutes each.

✓ Decided: Committee approves 9 minor variance applications, defers 1

The Committee of Adjustment approved nine minor variance applications and deferred one. The approved applications were for properties at 2386 Springfield Crescent, 2480 Millstone Drive, 2430 Old Bronte Road, 239 Allan Street, 2600 Grand Oak Trail, 2260 Bennington Gate, 2027 Shoreview Circle, 2058 Seafare Drive, and 306 Lakeshore Road West. The application at 2330 Khalsa Gate was deferred. The minutes from the March 9, 2021 meeting were also approved.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Mar 22, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Special Planning and Development Council

Council to vote on OPA 34 for North West Area and Palermo Village

This special meeting includes a public hearing on a town-initiated Official Plan Amendment for the Midtown Oakville Urban Growth Centre, where comments from Council and the public will be received. Council will also vote on adopting Official Plan Amendment 34 (OPA 34) for the North West Area and Palermo Village, which would repeal the 1984 Oakville Official Plan for that area and amend the Livable Oakville Plan. Additionally, Council will receive and forward reports on Halton Region's Official Plan Review, including a growth concepts discussion paper and Draft Regional Plan Amendment 48.

✓ Decided: Council adopts OPA 34 for North West Area and Palermo Village with deferrals

Council adopted Official Plan Amendment 34 (OPA 34) for the North West Area and Palermo Village, excluding the Hospital District, on a recorded vote. The adoption deferred three policy items: extending the growth area north to the 407 corridor, shifting the proposed NHS linkage north, and Section 22.4.2 on cultural heritage, as well as Section 22.4.1(r) on parking. Staff are to report back in June with updates on these deferred items. Council also received public comments on the Midtown Oakville Urban Growth Centre plan and forwarded its position on Halton Region's growth concepts, asking the Region to analyze accommodating all growth within the existing settlement area boundary.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Mar 22, 2021 · 5:30 PM

Special Council

Council to approve transit funding agreements with Ontario

Oakville's Special Council meeting on March 22, 2021, is a virtual session with one consent item: authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign provincial funding agreements for municipal transit, including Safe Restart Phase 2 and amendments to the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund. The meeting also includes a by-law to confirm the proceedings. No other substantive business is listed.

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Virtual Meeting
Thu Mar 11, 2021 · 4:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Oakville accessibility committee to elect chair, review 2021 work plan

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2021 and to receive staff reports on the committee's 2020 accomplishments and proposed 2021 work plan, the Inclusion Action Plan 2021, a provincial desk audit, and planned accessibility projects. The committee will also receive updates on facilities and construction management and hear information items, including participation in an inclusive recreation focus group.

✓ Decided: Oakville accessibility committee re-elects Gordon as chair, Muldoon as vice-chair

The Accessibility Advisory Committee re-elected Peggy Anne Gordon as Chair and Deborah Muldoon as Vice-Chair for 2021. The committee received reports on its 2020 accomplishments and 2021 work plan, the Inclusion Action Plan, a provincial accessibility audit, and bench placement at Iroquois Ridge Community Centre, providing feedback on bench locations. All reports were received as information; no substantive policy decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Mar 9, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications, 2 deferred

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to hear 10 minor variance applications, including two deferred from earlier meetings. The committee will also consider a request to defer or withdraw the application at 1177 Summerlea Street. Public submissions are limited to five minutes per speaker.

✓ Decided: Oakville Committee of Adjustment approves 10 minor variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment approved 10 minor variance applications and deferred one. The applications were for properties on Sheddon Avenue, Grovewood Common, Dunvegan Avenue, Millstone Drive, South Service Road W, Raymar Place, Callaghan Crescent, Chamberlain Lane, Rivers Bend Lane, and Summerlea Street. The minutes from the February 16, 2021 meeting were also approved.

Electronic Hearing
Mon Mar 8, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

✓ Decided: Council approves subdivision, zoning changes for 2352 Eighth Line and 2375 Woodridge Way

Council approved a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for lands at 2352 Eighth Line and 2375 Woodridge Way, submitted by 11673092 Canada Inc. The approval includes passing By-law 2021-020, authorizing draft plan approval subject to conditions, and delegating authority to sell Block 117 on Plan 20M-706. Council also approved several other planning items, including removal of holding provisions at three properties, assumption of a subdivision, and a draft plan of condominium.

Virtual Meeting
Thu Feb 25, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board to review 2020 finances, approve conduct policy and CEO goals

The Oakville Public Library Board is meeting virtually to receive its comprehensive financial report for 2020, approve a revised Respectful Conduct Policy, and set 2021 goals for the CEO. The board will also hear updates on health and safety, the website project, strategic plan development, and begin a territory acknowledgement process.

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✓ Decided: Oakville Public Library Board approves Respectful Conduct Policy and 2021 CEO Goals

The Oakville Public Library Board approved the updated HR-006 Respectful Conduct Policy and the 2021 CEO Goals. The board also received the Comprehensive Financial Report for December 31, 2020, and directed staff to begin developing a Territory Acknowledgement process. All motions were carried unanimously.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Feb 22, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

Council to approve 2021 budgets, new penalties, and tax aid

Oakville Council is meeting virtually to decide on several consent items, including the 2021 Halton Court Services business plan, budgets for three Business Improvement Areas, and amendments to fire route and licensing by-laws. They will also discuss a COVID-19 update, property tax assistance, a development charges study, and other reports. The meeting includes a verbal update from the CAO on COVID-19 and several items with addenda to be distributed.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2021 BIA budgets and property tax assistance

Council approved the 2021 budgets for the Downtown Oakville, Bronte Village, and Kerr Village Business Improvement Areas, with levies of $1,148,382, $351,500, and $412,511 respectively. Councillor Knoll did not vote on the Kerr Village budget due to a declared pecuniary interest. Council also passed a by-law to provide application-based property tax assistance for COVID-19, and approved the sale of Block 7 of the former public works site to 2486489 Ontario Inc.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Feb 16, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment hears 10 minor variance applications

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic public hearing to consider 10 minor variance applications for properties across town, including 330 Tudor Avenue, 540 Patricia Drive, and 1222 Montclair Drive. One application, for 1035 Pinegrove Road, was deferred from October 13, 2020. The committee will also handle consent applications, requests for deferrals or withdrawals, and confirm minutes. Public and applicant submissions are limited to five minutes each.

✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 9 minor variance applications, defers 1

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment approved nine minor variance applications and deferred one (540 Patricia Drive) at its February 16, 2021 electronic hearing. All motions carried unanimously. The committee also approved the minutes from its February 2, 2021 meeting.

Electronic Hearing
Tue Feb 16, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Heritage committee approves designation notices for two Oakville properties

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee approved issuing notices of intention to designate the Featherstone Parkette at 307 Ironside Drive and to amend the heritage by-law for 5 Bowbeer Road under the Ontario Heritage Act. The committee also received a report on the development application at 2507 Dundas Street West and provided extensive heritage-related comments, though no decision was made on the application itself. All motions were carried unanimously.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Feb 8, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

✓ Decided: Council approves zoning changes for Palermo Pub patio tent and former Public Works site

Oakville Council passed four by-laws, including a temporary use zoning amendment for a seasonal patio tent at Palermo Pub (2512 Old Bronte Road) and a zoning amendment for the former Public Works site on Trafalgar Road. It also approved a sign by-law amendment for 2500-2508 Winston Park Drive and assumed a stormwater management pond on Michigan Drive. All motions were carried unanimously.

Virtual Meeting
Wed Feb 3, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Special Council

Oakville special council meeting agenda contains no substantive items

This is a special council meeting agenda for Oakville, ON on 2021-02-03, but the provided text contains only boilerplate interface labels and no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The agenda appears to be empty or not populated with any substantive content.

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✓ Decided: Library board receives Sheridan Innovation Accelerator Challenge memo

The Oakville Public Library Board held a special virtual meeting and received a memo on the Sheridan Innovation Accelerator Challenge, which was approved. The board also received a strategic planning session. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Feb 2, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Special Planning and Development Council

✓ Decided: Council receives hospital district and North West/Palermo planning reports

Council met in special session to consider planning matters. They received a staff report and presentation on the proposed Official Plan Amendment for the Hospital District (File No. 42.15.57). They also received a staff report on the proposed Official Plan Amendment for the North West Area and Palermo Village, excluding the Hospital District (File No. 42.24.23), and directed staff to consider Council's workshop comments. A by-law confirming the meeting's proceedings was passed.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Feb 2, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Oakville committee hears 7 minor variance applications, 2 deferred

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to hear seven minor variance applications, including two deferred from earlier meetings. The agenda lists applications at specific addresses, with attached documents such as notices, drawings, comments, and decisions. The meeting also includes a confidential discussion item regarding a personal matter.

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✓ Decided: Committee of Adjustment rules on 7 minor variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment held a video-conference hearing and made decisions on seven minor variance applications. Four were approved, two were deferred, and one was denied. The committee also entered a closed session to discuss a personal matter and approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

Electronic Hearing
Thu Jan 28, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Oakville Public Library Board

Library board meeting agenda contains no substantive items

This is the agenda for the Oakville Public Library Board meeting of January 28, 2021. The agenda text is entirely procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software interface, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The meeting appears to be scheduled but no substantive business is documented in the provided text.

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✓ Decided: Library Board approves updated mask policy, collection and inclusion policies

The Oakville Public Library Board approved several policies, including an updated mandatory mask policy aligned with provincial changes requiring masks for children aged 2 and older, a collection development policy, a programming policy (as amended), and an inclusion policy. The board also approved updates to its procedural by-laws and received reports on the website update, CEO goals, performance measures, and employee retention metrics.

Virtual Meeting
Wed Jan 27, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Special Planning and Development Council

Council to direct staff on LPAT appeal for Amazon facility at 2175 Cornwall Road

This special meeting of the Planning and Development Council is dedicated to one discussion item: an appeal to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) regarding a site plan application for an Amazon facility at 2175 Cornwall Road. Council will receive a staff report and public comments, then direct staff on how to proceed in the appeal. The meeting also includes a routine by-law to confirm proceedings.

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✓ Decided: Council approves settlement for Amazon facility at 2175 Cornwall Road

Council approved a settlement of the site plan application for the redevelopment of 2175 Cornwall Road, subject to conditions including relocating the eastern access to Cardiff Drive and requesting a maximum floor area of 29,200 m² and 689 parking spaces in the Minister's Zoning Order. Staff were directed to bring forward a zoning by-law amendment capping building size and parking. The decision was made in a special session after a closed session on litigation matters.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jan 26, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Special Council

Council to hear Oakville Enterprises Corp strategic plan update

This special council meeting is largely procedural, with one substantive discussion item: a presentation from Rob Lister, President and CEO of Oakville Enterprises Corporation (OEC), on the company's strategic plan and business plan update. Council will also consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council receives OEC strategic plan update, passes confirmation by-law

Council received a presentation from Rob Lister, President and CEO of Oakville Enterprises Corporation (OEC), on the OEC Strategic Plan and Business Plan. The presentation was received as information. Council also passed By-law 2021-029, which confirms the proceedings of the special meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Jan 25, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Council

✓ Decided: Council endorses 40 km/h speed limit on all local and minor collector roads

Council approved a motion to endorse a 40 km/h speed limit on all local and minor collector roads across Oakville, directing staff to develop an implementation plan with an education program and report back in September 2021. Council also approved $75,000 from the Capital Reserve for infrastructure for four semi-fixed Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras in existing Community Safety Zones. A motion to set the speed limit at 40 km/h for the neighbourhood accessed by Dalebrook Drive and Rosegate Way was lost.

Virtual Meeting
Tue Jan 19, 2021 · 9:30 AM

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Heritage committee re-elects Bucknall chair, Tino vice-chair for 2021

The Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee held a virtual meeting on January 19, 2021, and made two substantive decisions. It re-elected Drew Bucknall as Chair and Gerarda (Geri) Tino as Vice-Chair for 2021, both by acclamation. The committee also approved issuing a notice of intention to repeal By-law 1991-074 for 1086 Burnhamthorpe Road East, with a staff report to go to the February 8, 2021 Planning and Development Council meeting. The minutes of the December 15, 2020 meeting were approved.

Electronic Hearing
Tue Jan 19, 2021 · 7:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Oakville committee approves 4 of 6 variance applications, denies 1, defers 1

The Oakville Committee of Adjustment approved four variance applications (367 Sandlewood Road, 2423 Millrun Drive, 1177 Cynthia Lane, and 158 Claxton Drive), denied one (426 Canterbury Crescent), and deferred one (459 Chamberlain Lane). The minutes from the December 22, 2020 meeting were also approved.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Jan 18, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Development Council

Council to decide on EMGO North Oakville zoning, Gairloch Gardens heritage designation

Oakville's Planning and Development Council is meeting virtually to decide on several planning matters, including a zoning by-law amendment for EMGO's North Oakville Phase 2 development, the removal of a holding provision on Lakeshore Road West, and the assumption of a subdivision. The council will also hold public meetings for proposed subdivisions and zoning changes, and discuss heritage designations, including Gairloch Gardens and a demolition notice for 110 Chisholm Street.

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✓ Decided: Council approves EMGO North Oakville zoning amendment and multiple by-laws

Oakville Council approved a zoning by-law amendment for EMGO (North Oakville I) Ltd. at 3369 Sixth Line, allowing Phase 2 development, and passed several other by-laws including removing a holding provision for Southbound Developments, assuming the Dundas-Sixth Line phase 3 subdivision, and designating Gairloch Gardens as a cultural heritage landscape. Council also received public meeting reports for proposed subdivisions and zoning changes, directing staff to analyze specific planning issues. All motions were carried without recorded opposition.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Jan 11, 2021 · 6:30 PM

Special Council

Special Council meeting to discuss confidential personnel matters

This is a special Council meeting held virtually due to COVID-19. The agenda consists of three confidential items regarding personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal or local board employees, with reports from the CAO's Office and Human Resources. Council will also consider passing two by-laws: one confidential by-law related to item C-3, and a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. The meeting is largely procedural and closed to the public.

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