Ottawa public meetings in 2022

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board is meeting to elect a new chair and then will move in camera to discuss a confidential personnel matter under Section 35(4)(b) of the Police Services Act. The public portion is expected to be brief, with the substantive discussion occurring behind closed doors.

• Election of Chair
• Motion to move in camera for personnel matter under Police Services Act Section 35(4)(b)

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including electing an interim chair, receiving a verbal report from the Medical Officer of Health, and approving the 2023 meeting schedule. The agenda contains no substantive policy items or public hearings.

• Election of an Interim Chair (ACS2022-OPH-BOH-0011)
• Medical Officer of Health verbal report (ACS2022-OPH-MOH-0011)
• Approval of 2023 Board of Health meeting schedule (ACS2022-OPH-BOH-0012)

The Board appointed Catherine Kitts as Interim Chair, a position to be confirmed at the first meeting of 2023. The Board also approved its 2023 meeting schedule and received a verbal report from the Medical Officer of Health.

• Appointed Catherine Kitts as Interim Chair (Carried)
• Approved the 2023 Ottawa Board of Health Meeting Schedule (Carried)
• Received the Medical Officer of Health Verbal Report for information (Received)
• Passed Confirmation By-law no. 2022-7 to confirm meeting proceedings (Carried)

Police Service Board Policy and Governance Committee

The Policy and Governance Committee of the Ottawa Police Services Board is meeting to review and discuss possible amendments to its Procedure By-law No. 3 of 2014. The committee may forward proposed amendments to the full Board for enactment at a later meeting. The agenda also includes confirmation of the agenda and minutes from a previous meeting.

• Review of Board Procedure By-law No. 3 of 2014
• Possible amendments to be forwarded as notice of motion at January 23, 2023 Board meeting
• Enactment of amendments targeted for February 27, 2023 meeting
• Confirmation of Minutes #10 of May 12, 2022

Ottawa Police Service Board

This agenda for the Ottawa Police Service Board meeting on December 19, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a template with no substantive content provided.

City Council

Ottawa City Council will consider the proposed 2023 budget directions, including a municipal tax increase of 2 to 2.5 percent, and approve appointments to committees and boards for the 2022-2026 term. The agenda also includes a land exchange at Tremblay Road and a motion to waive property disposal policy for a hydro corridor transfer. Most items are recommendations from committees, with the budget directions being the most consequential decision.

• 2023 budget directions: 2-2.5% tax increase, 2.2% assessment growth, user fee and garbage fee increases
• Land exchange of 529 and 530 Tremblay Road with federal government, including 20% affordable housing commitment
• Motion to waive Disposal of Real Property Policy to transfer hydro corridor land to Davidson Shea Properties Inc. for nominal charge
• Appointments to standing committees, boards, and external agencies for 2022-2026 term
• Submission from 111 individuals requesting extended flood lights at Brewer Park soccer games

City Council approved the 2023 budget directions, including a municipal tax increase of 2% to 2.5% and a one-year transit fare freeze. The meeting also included numerous appointments to city boards and committees for the 2022-2026 term. Additionally, Council approved a land exchange at 529 and 530 Tremblay Road with requirements for affordable housing.

• Approved 2023 municipal tax increase between 2% and 2.5% (16-9)
• Approved one-year transit fare freeze, including seniors, EquiPass, and youth fares (22-3)
• Approved 10% decrease in 2023 youth recreational programming costs
• Approved land exchange of 529 and 530 Tremblay Road with 20% affordable housing requirement
• Approved waiving Disposal of Real Property Policy to transfer lands to Davidson Shea Properties Inc.
• Approved appointments for Standing Committees, Boards, and External Agencies for 2022-2026 term
• Approved $500,000 community benefit amendment for 1040 Somerset Street West
• Approved immediate cessation of purchasing single-use plastic straws and stir sticks

Nominating Committee

The Nominating Committee is meeting to consider and recommend appointments for the 2022-2026 term of Council, including memberships for standing committees, sub-committees, the Transit Commission, various boards, external agencies, and Council liaison positions. The committee will also consider the appointment of selection panels for advisory committees and other bodies. These recommendations will be presented to Council on December 14, 2022.

• Appointments to Standing Committees, Sub-Committee and Transit Commission (ACS2022-OCC-GEN-0032)
• Appointments to Boards (ACS2022-OCC-GEN-0033)
• Appointments to External Agencies / Municipal Organizations (ACS2022-OCC-GEN-0034)
• Appointments of Council Liaisons (ACS2022-OCC-GEN-0035)
• Appointment of selection panels for Advisory Committees, Boards Requiring Public Appointment and Committee of Adjustment (ACS2022-OCC-GEN-0036)

The Nominating Committee recommended a comprehensive list of council members for appointment to standing committees, boards, external agencies, and selection panels. These recommendations will be presented to Council for final approval.

• Recommended appointments for 13 Standing Committees, Sub-Committees, and the Transit Commission
• Recommended appointments for 13 Boards, including Police Services, Public Library, and Board of Health
• Recommended representatives for 4 external agencies including AFMO, CCCO, ROMA, and OGRA
• Recommended 4 Council Liaisons for anti-racism, gender equity, veteran issues, and Anishinabe Algonquin Nation protocol
• Recommended members for 13 selection panels for advisory committees and boards
• Appointed a 5-member Council Working Group to develop a report on advisory committees and sponsors

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board is holding a special meeting to consider two items of business: appointing three RCMP employees and an unspecified number of OC Transpo employees as special constables under Section 53 of the Police Services Act. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approve appointments of three RCMP employees as special constables
• Approve appointments of OC Transpo employees as special constables
• Both appointments pursuant to Section 53 of the Police Services Act

The Ottawa Police Services Board approved the appointment of three RCMP employees and several OC Transpo employees as Special Constables. These appointments were made pursuant to Section 53 of the Police Services Act.

• Approved appointment of three RCMP employees as Special Constables (Carried)
• Approved appointment of OC Transpo employees as Special Constables (Carried)
• Confirmed amended agenda (Carried as amended)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is holding an electronic hearing on December 7, 2022, to decide on nine applications for minor variances and consents (property subdivisions). The applications include requests to create new residential lots, reduce lot widths, and adjust septic system setbacks. Two items were previously adjourned and are being reconsidered.

• 30 Ember Glow (Ward 6): two applications to subdivide into two lots for detached dwellings with reduced lot widths
• 4104 Torbolton Ridge (Ward 5): subdivision into three parcels for future residential development
• 248 Old Quarry (Ward 5): variance to reduce septic system distance to watercourse/ditch for new dwelling
• 5134 Piperville (Ward 19): subdivision to create lot for new municipal transformer station
• 2160 Phelan (Ward 21): adjourned from Sept 21, subdivision into three parcels for residential development

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to consider two main reports: a comprehensive governance review for the 2022-2026 term, covering committee structures, policies, and appointments, and proposed directions for the 2023 budget, including a tax increase of 2 to 2.5 percent. The meeting includes procedural items like roll call and declarations of interest, but the substantive decisions are on these reports.

• Proposed 2023 municipal tax increase of 2 to 2.5 percent, including for police, transit, and library/public health levies
• Approval of new Council committee structure for 2022-2026, including standing committees and Transit Commission
• Amendments to multiple by-laws and policies, including Code of Conduct, Lobbyist Registry, and Procedure By-law
• Establishment of Council Liaison positions for anti-racism, veterans, women and gender equity, and Anishinabe Algonquin Nation protocol
• Appointment of Deputy Mayors via rotation list and interim appointments to local boards

City Council approved the committee structure, policies, and procedures for the 2022-2026 term. Key actions included establishing a Light Rail Sub-committee and a Built Heritage Standing Committee. Council also approved the appointment of a Nominating Committee to fill various board and committee roles.

• Approved 2022-2026 Council Committee structure and meeting calendar
• Established Light Rail Sub-committee for non-operational oversight of LRT projects
• Created Built Heritage Standing Committee to report directly to Council
• Approved $54,000 honorarium for a Public Member of the Police Services Board elected as Chair
• Approved appointment of Councillor Riley Brockington as representative to the Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO)
• Denied request to reopen north-facing side of Mooney’s Bay Hill for tobogganing (11-12)
• Approved support for AGCO 'By the Glass' liquor licenses for local manufacturers
• Approved 10 by-laws including community safety zone designations and land exemptions

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding an electronic hearing on December 7, 2022, to consider 13 applications for minor variances and consents. The agenda includes property subdivisions, easements, and parking reductions across several wards. The hearing is being held online due to COVID-19 and can be viewed on YouTube.

• 1300 Michael: subdivision for auto dealership lot with reduced setback (Ward 11)
• 2396 & 2380 Cleroux: reduced parking for two 40-unit apartment buildings (Ward 2)
• 1173 Cyrville & 1178 Cummings: property conveyances between abutting owners (Ward 11)
• 2400 & 2360-2382 Sheffield: storm sewer easements for Innes Park Way (Ward 18)
• 124 Granton: subdivision into two lots for detached dwellings (Ward 8)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on December 7, 2022, to consider 12 applications for minor variances and consents. These include requests to subdivide properties, permit reduced lot sizes and setbacks, and allow new residential and commercial uses. The hearing is conducted online due to COVID-19, with public participation via Zoom and YouTube.

• 524 MacLaren: subdivision into 3 lots for two 6-unit apartment buildings
• 927 Wellington: permit heavy equipment and vehicle sales, rental, and servicing use
• 16 Lowrey: convert dwelling into 4-unit low-rise apartment with reduced setbacks
• 432 & 436 Ravenhill: subdivision into 3 lots for new detached dwellings with reduced setbacks
• 307 Picton: convert existing dwelling to low-rise apartment with reduced lot width and setbacks

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to consider a major governance review, including recommended changes to council procedures, codes of conduct, and appointment policies. The agenda also includes approving summaries of public submissions for previously approved planning items, and receiving an AMO submission on Bill 23. The meeting is largely procedural, with most items being reports and motions.

• 2022-2026 Council Governance Review with 24 documents, including amendments to codes of conduct and policies
• Summary of public submissions for 12 planning items (e.g., 1814 and 1858 Old Montreal Road, 1047 Richmond Rd, 1111 Prince of Wales Dr)
• AMO Submission on Bill 23
• Confirmation by-law to adopt proceedings

Council appointed Wendy Stephanson as interim City Manager and Cyril Rogers as acting Chief Financial Officer. The council also passed motions requesting the Province of Ontario delay Bill 23 and oppose Bill 39. Additionally, a deadline extension was approved for the Country Hill Estates ditch compensation program.

• Appointed Wendy Stephanson as interim City Manager
• Appointed Cyril Rogers as acting Chief Financial Officer
• Requested Province delay implementation of Bill 23 (21-4)
• Opposed Bill 39 and requested maintenance of majority approval for by-laws
• Approved Councillor Tierney as representative to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities
• Extended deadline for Country Hill Estates ditch compensation funding requests
• Approved summaries of public submissions for Planning Act items from Nov 9, 2022
• Tabled 2022-2026 Council Governance Review for Dec 7, 2022

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board is meeting to receive reports on third-quarter 2022 performance and workforce management, as well as the annual Human Rights and Racial Profiling Policy report. The board will also consider appointments to its committees and approve special constable appointments for Carleton University, the Ottawa Police Service, and the RCMP. Several items are for information only, including reports from the chair and chief, and a report on 2021 grant outcomes from the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa.

• Approve appointment of M. Sutcliffe to Policy and Governance and Human Resources Committees
• Approve special constable appointments/re-appointments for Carleton University, OPS, and 5 RCMP employees
• Receive 2022 Q3 Performance Report and Workforce Management Report
• Receive Human Rights and Racial Profiling Policy Annual Report
• Receive report on 2021 grant funding outcomes from Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa

The Ottawa Police Services Board approved the appointment and re-appointment of special constables for Carleton University, the Ottawa Police Service, and the RCMP. The Board also appointed M. Sutcliffe to the Policy and Governance and Human Resources committees. Most other agenda items were withdrawn.

• Approved appointment of M. Sutcliffe to Policy and Governance and Human Resources Committees
• Approved appointment and re-appointment of Carleton University employees as Special Constables
• Approved appointment and re-appointment of Ottawa Police Service employees as Special Constables
• Approved appointment of five RCMP employees as Special Constables
• Confirmed minutes of the October 31, 2022 meeting

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a single substantive item: an in camera (closed-door) briefing on legal matters related to Stage 1 Light Rail Transit and the Ottawa Light Rail Public Inquiry. The item will not be reported out due to litigation and solicitor-client privilege. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including roll call, declarations of interest, and adjournment.

• In camera item: Stage 1 LRT legal update and litigation overlay related to the Ottawa Light Rail Public Inquiry
• Meeting held at Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation

Council met in a closed session to receive a legal briefing regarding Stage 1 Light Rail Transit and the Ottawa Light Rail Public Inquiry. No substantive votes were taken during the session, and the details will not be reported out due to solicitor-client privilege.

• Approved motion to resolve in camera for LRT legal update (Carried)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of the November 28, 2022 meeting (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 holds an electronic hearing on November 16, 2022, to consider six applications for minor variances and one subdivision. The applications seek relief from zoning rules for residential projects, including reduced setbacks, front-facing garages, and increased building heights. One application, for 299 (291) Carling, proposes a four-parcel subdivision including a City park and an easement for Bus Rapid Transit. Two items were previously adjourned and are not heard today.

• 608 Tweedsmuir: reduced side yard setbacks, front-facing garages, increased height for a two-storey semi-detached dwelling
• 52 Huron: front-facing attached garage for a new detached dwelling after demolition
• 284 Dovercourt: increased building height for an existing semi-detached dwelling
• 284 Churchill: reduced lot widths/areas and front-facing garages for a new semi-detached dwelling
• 299 (291) Carling: subdivision into four parcels, including a City park and BRT easement

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

This is a hearing of the Committee of Adjustment, Panel 3, held electronically. The committee will hear four applications: two for property subdivisions, one for a reduced setback, and one for a deck projection. Three previously adjourned items are also listed for future dates.

• Subdivide 1156 and 1162 River into two parcels (Ken Gordon Holdings Inc.)
• Reduced setback at 7459 Copeland for a detached dwelling (Jackson Homes Inc.)
• Subdivide 3220A March into two parcels for future residential development (Robert & Raymonde Palmer)
• Increased rear-yard projection for a deck at 821 Tewin (James Reekie & Jacqueline Lalonde-Reekie)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding an electronic hearing on November 16, 2022, to consider four applications: three for property subdivisions and one for a zoning variance. The public can participate by viewing the webcast on YouTube or submitting comments by email before the hearing.

• Subdivision of 1500 Upper Canada into two parcels (Muzzo Brothers Group Inc.)
• Subdivision of 185 Kamloops into two parcels (Bastianelli and Crolla families)
• Conveyance of a portion of 153 Grandview to abutting owners (Ghadban and Chander)
• Variance at 1611 Apeldoorn for reduced side yard setback and increased front porch projection (Anka Bulat)

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will receive a briefing on the development of the 2023 budget and recommend a budget option to the Ottawa Police Services Board for approval. The meeting also includes routine items: confirming the agenda, approving minutes from the January 2022 meeting, and declarations of interest.

• Receive briefing on 2023 Budget Development and Directions
• Recommend a budget option to the Board for approval
• Confirm agenda for November 10, 2022 meeting
• Confirm Minutes #17 of January 13, 2022 meeting

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to consider several reports and recommendations, including an Integrity Commissioner's report on Councillor Chiarelli, updates on the Ottawa Light Rail Transit (OLRT) Public Inquiry, and multiple zoning by-law amendments. The agenda includes decisions on proposed developments, such as two 40-storey buildings on Scott Street and a mixed-use development on Gladstone Avenue, as well as a petition for a stop sign. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes, announcements, and procedural updates.

• Integrity Commissioner recommends suspending Councillor Chiarelli's remuneration for 90 days and requiring a public apology for contravening the Code of Conduct
• Council to receive OLRT Public Inquiry updates and direct staff to bring final report and recommendations to committee
• Zoning amendment for 2006, 2020, 2026 Scott Street and 314, 318 Athlone Avenue to permit two 40-storey mixed-use buildings
• Zoning amendment for 951 Gladstone Avenue and 145 Loretta Avenue North for three high-rise towers (30, 33, 35 storeys) with office, retail, and residential uses
• Petition with 168 signatures in support of development at 25 Fair Oaks Crescent, and a submission with 49 names opposing a variance for the same property

City Council approved the suspension of Councillor Rick Chiarelli's remuneration for 90 days following an Integrity Commissioner's report. The council also approved numerous zoning amendments for residential and mixed-use developments and denied a high-rise proposal at 1047 Richmond Road.

• Suspended Councillor Rick Chiarelli's remuneration for 90 days (Carried)
• Approved two 40-storey mixed-use buildings at 2006, 2020, 2026 Scott St and 314, 318 Athlone Ave (Carried)
• Approved three high-rise towers (30, 33, and 35 storeys) at 951 Gladstone Ave and 145 Loretta Ave N (Carried)
• Refused zoning amendment for expanded parking lot at 1111 Prince of Wales Drive (Carried)
• Refused high-rise buildings up to 40 storeys at 1047 Richmond Road (Carried)
• Approved three townhouse dwellings at 25 Fair Oaks Crescent (15-7)
• Approved 40 km/h speed limit on Keyrock Drive subject to funding (Carried)
• Appointed Seham Rabaa to the Ottawa Community Housing Corporation Board of Directors (Carried)

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to decide on several key items, including approving the final Facilities Framework, which will guide future library facility planning and a gap assessment. The board will also vote on amendments to its Rules of Procedure By-law and a new Policy Framework with 25 policies. Additionally, it will receive the 2022 hours of operation survey results and the third quarter financial report, and discuss an in-camera item on job reclassification.

• Approve final Facilities Framework and direct staff to complete facility gap assessment by Q3 2023
• Approve OPL Board Rules of Procedure By-law amendment and Policy Framework (25 policies)
• Receive 2022 hours of operation survey results; approve no further expansion of holiday hours
• Receive 2019-2022 term key achievements and legacy report; disband COVID-19 and Intellectual Freedom ad hoc committees
• Receive third quarter 2022 financial status report

The Board approved the final Facilities Framework and directed staff to complete an assessment of library facility gaps by Q3 2023. It also approved updates to the Board's Rules of Procedure By-law and policy framework. Additionally, the Board decided against further expanding hours of operation on public holidays.

• Approved final Facilities Framework and mandated gap analysis report by Q3 2023 (Carried, 1 dissent)
• Approved no further expansion of hours of operation on public holidays (Carried)
• Approved OPL Board Rules of Procedure By-law amendment and Policy Framework (Carried)
• Disbanded COVID-19 and Intellectual Freedom Ad hoc Committees (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting (Carried)
• Received 2022 third quarter financial reports (Received)
• Received Labour Relations Update regarding Job Reclassification (Received)

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health is meeting to receive reports and consider one approval item: the Medical Officer of Health's submission to the Government of Canada's consultation on cannabis legalization and regulation. Other items include verbal reports from the Chair and Medical Officer of Health, activity reports, and strategic plan updates.

• Approve Medical Officer of Health's submission to federal cannabis consultation
• Receive 2022 Risk Management Activity Report
• Receive Q2 2022 Standard Activity Report from Ontario Ministry of Health
• Receive Q3 2022 update on 2019-2022 Strategic Plan
• Receive end-of-term report on 2019-2022 Strategy

The Board of Health approved a motion requesting that the Province of Ontario release respiratory illness projections and intensify public health communications on masking and vaccination. The Board also approved a submission to the Government of Canada regarding cannabis regulation. Several reports on public health standards and strategic plans were received and adopted.

• Approved motion to request provincial data on respiratory illness projections and a mass communications campaign on masking and vaccination (Carried)
• Approved Medical Officer of Health’s submission to the Government of Canada on cannabis legalization and regulation (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes of the September 19, 2022 meeting (Carried)
• Received and adopted Chair and Medical Officer of Health verbal reports (Carried)
• Received and adopted Ontario Public Health Standards 2022 Activity Reports - Risk Management (Carried)
• Received and adopted Q2 2022 Standard Activity Report for the Ontario Ministry of Health (Carried)
• Received and adopted Ottawa Public Health’s Strategic Plan 2019-2022 Update and End of Term Report (Carried)
• Passed Confirmation By-law no. 2022-6 to confirm meeting proceedings (Carried)

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee reviewed and recommended several zoning by-law amendments to City Council. These include changes to permit specific land uses, residential construction, and the prohibition of residential development on certain agricultural lands.

• Recommended Council approve zoning amendment for 1814 and 1858 Old Montreal Road (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve zoning amendment for 7700 Copeland Road to allow a single residence (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve zoning amendment for 8005 Jock Trail Road to allow a place of assembly (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve zoning amendment for 3718 and 3722 John Shaw Road to prohibit residential development (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 will hold an electronic hearing on November 2, 2022, to consider six applications for property severances and one coach house construction. The agenda includes two applications adjourned from earlier meetings. Public participation is available via Zoom and YouTube.

• 3970 Stonecrest: subdivide into three parcels for future residential development
• 2303 Mer-Bleue: convey portion of property to abutting owner
• 2311 Mer-Bleue: convey portion of property to abutting owner
• 4357 Louis-Forget: subdivide into three parcels to create two new lots
• 270 Lowe: construct one-storey detached coach house (adjourned from Sept 7)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 will hold an electronic hearing on November 2, 2022, to consider seven applications for minor variances and consents. These include requests for reduced setbacks, lot subdivisions, and easements at specific properties. Two items on Ravenhill were adjourned to December 7, 2022.

• 432 & 436 Ravenhill: subdivision into 3 lots for detached dwellings (consent and variance applications, adjourned to Dec 7)
• 11 Thomas: reduced rear yard setback/area for 3-storey addition
• 449 Westminster: rear porch projection into rear yard
• 75 Second & 73B Second: easements for vehicular/pedestrian access
• 112 Mailes: front-facing garage and reduced setbacks for new dwelling

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding an electronic hearing to decide on eight applications for minor variances and consents, including expansions, additions, and subdivisions. Two applications were adjourned to later dates. The meeting is held online due to COVID-19.

• 1599 Star Top: expand legal non-conforming use for Body Repair and Paint shop
• 184 Marier: three-storey addition to create five-unit apartment building
• 2492 Clover: subdivision into three parcels for semi-detached dwellings
• 2055 Riverside: detached dwelling with reduced lot width, area, side yard setback, increased height
• 1992 Alta Vista: subdivision into two parcels for new detached dwelling

Finance and Economic Development Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Committee is reviewing the city's Q2 2022 budget status, a land exchange with the federal government at 529/530 Tremblay Road, and next steps following the LRT public inquiry. An amendment proposes requiring 20% affordable housing on the exchanged lands. The committee will also receive reports on legal services, procurement, and the French Language Services Advisory Committee.

• Land exchange of 529 and 530 Tremblay Road with the federal government, with amendment seeking 20% affordable housing for 25 years
• 2022 Tax and Rate Operating and Capital Budget Q2 status report
• Update on Ottawa Light Rail Transit Public Inquiry and recommended next steps
• Motion to waive Disposal of Real Property Policy to transfer hydro corridor land to Davidson Shea Properties Inc. for nominal charge
• Mid-year procurement review and comprehensive legal services report for Jan-Jun 2022

The Committee recommended a land exchange involving 529 and 530 Tremblay Road with the federal government, adding a requirement that 20% of developed units be affordable housing. It also recommended that Council receive updates on the LRT Public Inquiry and records management. A request to waive the Disposal of Real Property Policy for Davidson Shea Properties Inc. was carried.

• Recommended land exchange of 529 and 530 Tremblay Road with His Majesty the King in Right of Canada (Carried)
• Added requirement for 20% affordable housing for a minimum of 25 years for the Tremblay Road development (Carried)
• Recommended Council receive the Ottawa Light Rail Transit Public Inquiry update and direct staff to amend Records Management Policy (Carried)
• Recommended Council waive Disposal of Real Property Policy to transfer hydro corridor land to Davidson Shea Properties Inc. for a nominal charge (Carried)
• Confirmed June 28, 2022 minutes (Carried)
• Received Q2 2022 Tax and Rate Operating and Capital Budget status for information (Received)
• Received Comprehensive Legal Services Report (Jan 1 to June 30, 2022) for information (Received)
• Received Mid-Year Procurement Year in Review for information (Received)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board is meeting to consider several items, including approving a $342,904.40 purchase to migrate the 911 system to Next Generation 911, a $1,500 sponsorship for a labour conference, and the 2023 meeting schedule. The board will also receive reports on finances, complaints, SIU investigations, and other routine matters. Public delegations and written submissions are scheduled.

• Approve $342,904.40 purchase from TELUS for E911 to NG911 migration
• Approve $1,500 Silver sponsorship for OAPSB 2022 Labour Conference
• Approve 2023 board meeting schedule
• Approve appointments of clerical special constables (OPS) and special constables (OC Transpo)
• Receive Q3 2022 financial status, complaints, and SIU investigation reports

The Board approved the purchase of equipment and services to migrate the 911 connection to the Next Generation 911 (NG911) network. Other actions included approving the 2023 meeting schedule and appointing special constables for the police service and OC Transpo.

• Approved $342,904.40 for migration from E911 to NG911 network (Carried)
• Approved $1,500 Silver sponsorship for Ontario Association of Police Services Boards’ 2022 Labour Conference (Carried)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (Carried)
• Approved appointment of employees as Clerical Special Constables (Carried)
• Approved appointment of OC Transpo employees as Special Constables (Carried)
• Confirmed amended agenda for October 31, 2022 meeting (Carried)
• Confirmed Minutes #64 of September 26, 2022 meeting (Carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is reviewing 16 zoning and official plan amendments, including two recommended refusals (1047 Richmond Road and 1111 Prince of Wales Drive). Most items are recommendations to Council, which will make final decisions on November 9. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes confirmation and declarations of interest.

• 665 Albert Street: Official Plan and zoning amendment for two mixed-use buildings up to 31 and 36 storeys
• 1047 Richmond Road: Refusal of zoning amendment for three towers up to 40 storeys (85,422 sq m gross floor area)
• 2006, 2020, 2026 Scott Street and 314, 318 Athlone Avenue: Two 40-storey mixed-use buildings
• 951 Gladstone Avenue and 145 Loretta Avenue North: Three towers at 30, 33, and 35 storeys with noise by-law amendment
• 25 Pickering Place and 1330 Avenue K: Reduced setbacks for six high-rise transit-oriented blocks

The Planning Committee approved multiple zoning by-law amendments for residential and mixed-use developments across various wards. It recommended that Council refuse high-rise proposals at 1047 Richmond Road and an expanded parking lot at 1111 Prince of Wales Drive. The committee also endorsed an amendment to development charges for the village of Manotick.

• Recommended approval of mixed-use buildings (31 and 36 storeys) at 665 Albert Street
• Recommended refusal of high-rise buildings (up to 40 storeys) at 1047 Richmond Road
• Recommended approval of two 40-storey mixed-use buildings at 2006, 2020, 2026 Scott Street and 314, 318 Athlone Avenue
• Recommended approval of three high-rise towers (30, 33, and 35 storeys) at 951 Gladstone Avenue and 145 Loretta Avenue North
• Recommended refusal of expanded parking lot at 1111 Prince of Wales Drive
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 1015 Tweddle Road (7-2)
• Recommended approval of three townhouse dwellings at 25 Fair Oaks Crescent (6-3)
• Recommended endorsement of Area-Specific Development Charges Background Study amendment for Manotick

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to approve its end-of-term report for 2018-2022 and recommend it to the Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management. The agenda also includes confirmation of minutes from previous meetings and standard procedural items.

• Approve end-of-term report for 2018-2022
• Confirm minutes from May 14-19, 2022 meeting
• Confirm minutes from June 16, 2022 meeting

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding an electronic hearing on October 19, 2022, to consider 16 applications for minor variances and consents (subdivisions) across the city. The agenda includes items that were previously adjourned or deferred, as well as new applications. Public participation is available via Zoom and written comments.

• 2851 Baycrest: variance to allow six-storey and two seven-storey buildings (305 residential units) by Hazelview Developments Inc.
• 1186 Shillington: variance for third storey addition with reduced rear yard and increased driveway width (10609625 Canada Inc.)
• 3440 Woodroffe: consent to subdivide into four parcels for future development (2447474 Ontario Inc.)
• 1357-1361 Kitchener: consent and variance to subdivide into three parcels for new detached dwellings (Bulat Homes Ltd.)
• 124 Granton: consent and variance to subdivide into two lots for two new detached dwellings (Mohamed Mostafa Real Estate Investment Inc.)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on October 19, 2022, to consider 11 applications for minor variances and consents. These include requests to permit reduced setbacks, lot areas, and other zoning relief for residential projects such as apartment conversions, new dwellings, and subdivisions. Three items were previously adjourned and will be heard or have been rescheduled.

• 157-159 James: permit reduced front/rear yard setbacks and fewer two-bedroom units to add five units to existing building
• 818 Gladstone: permit reduced setbacks, front door on public park, and two double-wide driveways for five new mixed-use buildings (Ottawa Community Housing Corporation)
• 307 Picton: permit reduced lot width, area, and side yard setback to convert dwelling to low-rise apartment
• 91 Anderson: permit reduced lot area and setbacks for secondary dwelling unit above existing townhouse
• 260 Armstrong: permit reduced lot area, amenity space, and front yard setback for low-rise apartment dwelling

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is holding an electronic hearing to consider six applications for minor variances and consents, including property subdivisions and a lot width reduction. The public can participate by watching the webcast or submitting comments by noon the Monday before the hearing.

• 2460 Stagecoach: consent to convey portion to abutting owner at 2480 Stagecoach Road
• 3972 Torbolton Ridge: consent to subdivide into two parcels
• 1430 Dunning: consent to subdivide into three parcels to create two new residential lots
• 1641 8th Line: consent to subdivide into three parcels to create two new residential lots
• 14 Bradley: variance to permit reduced lot width for a secondary dwelling unit

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Ottawa Built Heritage Sub-Committee meeting on October 11, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to receive updates on community development, the Ādisōke construction project, performance metrics, service delivery, and intellectual freedom. The board will also vote on directing $50,000 in ongoing operational funding for community development in 2023 and beyond, and approve the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Direct inclusion of $50,000 ongoing operational funding for community development in 2023 and subsequent budgets
• Receive Ādisōke construction update and operational planning report
• Receive semi-annual performance measurement report for January-June 2022
• Receive service delivery framework update
• Receive intellectual freedom update

The Ottawa Public Library Board approved $50,000 in ongoing operational funding for community development efforts targeting vulnerable communities, to be included in 2023 and subsequent budgets. The Board also approved the 2023 regular meeting schedule and received updates on the Ādisōke construction project, performance metrics, and other reports. The meeting included a farewell to retiring CEO Danielle McDonald and a presentation of the Order of Friendship to the Anishinābe Algonquin Host Nation communities.

• Approved $50,000 ongoing operational funding for vulnerable community development (carried)
• Approved 2023 regular meeting schedule as proposed (carried)
• Received Chair's verbal update for information
• Received CEO's report for information
• Received Ādisōke construction update for information
• Received semi-annual performance measurement report for information
• Received service delivery framework update for information
• Received intellectual freedom update for information

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Ottawa Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on October 5, 2022, to consider 13 applications for minor variances and land severances. These include requests to reduce setbacks for additions, convert dwellings into multi-unit apartments, and subdivide properties. Two items were previously adjourned and are listed as 'sine die' (no date set).

• 16 Lowrey: reduced rear and side yard setbacks to convert dwelling into four-unit apartment
• 305 Currell: subdivision into three parcels for three townhouses (two related applications)
• 368 Tweedsmuir: reduced rear yard setback for bicycle sheds and increased units for low-rise apartment
• 436 Athlone: reduced setbacks, landscape buffer, and parking for low-rise apartment building
• 44 Eccles: increased canopy projection for four-storey mixed use building by Cornerstone Housing for Women

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hold an electronic hearing on October 5, 2022, to consider seven applications for minor variances and consents (subdivisions). The agenda includes items for properties on Palace, Alta Vista, Merivale, Carillon, and Queen Mary, with several involving reduced lot sizes or setbacks. Four items are marked 'Sine Die' (adjourned indefinitely) and two are adjourned from August 17, 2022.

• 306 Palace: consent to subdivide into two parcels for semi-detached dwellings
• 1992 Alta Vista: consent and variances for new detached dwelling with reduced lot width/area
• 1695 Merivale: consent to extend long-term lease (over 21 years) for retail building
• 130 Carillon: variance for reduced lot area for semi-detached dwelling with secondary units
• 271 Queen Mary: consent and variances for three-unit townhouse with reduced setbacks (adjourned from Aug 17)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 held an electronic hearing on October 5, 2022, to decide on six applications for minor variances and consents, including requests to subdivide properties, increase lot coverage, and permit a home-based business. The committee also considered a change of condition request for a previously approved consent. All applications were heard and decisions were issued.

• Consent to subdivide 1679 Stittsville Main into two parcels for a detached dwelling with reduced lot width (two applications)
• Consent to subdivide 3727 Munster into two parcels for residential development
• Minor variance to increase lot coverage for a rear addition at 1254 Fairway
• Minor variance to increase gross floor area for a home-based business at 6465 Fernbank
• Consent to convey part of 5758 First Line to abutting owner at 1476 Century Road

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to decide on several planning and heritage items, including a proposed 32-storey residential development at 1071 Ambleside Drive, a zoning amendment for 78 residential lots on Carp Road, and heritage designations. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, a retirement recognition, and a motion to repeal a zoning by-law for 4200 Innes Road. A motion to reduce the speed limit on Springridge Drive to 40 km/h is also on the table.

• Zoning amendment for 2727 Carp Road and part of 2625 Carp Road to allow 78 residential lots, 4 commercial blocks, and preserve Huntley Creek Corridor
• Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for 1071 Ambleside Drive to permit residential development up to 32 storeys
• Heritage designation of 501 Cole Avenue and decision not to designate 95 Henderson Avenue
• Heritage Easement Agreement for 50 The Driveway
• Motion to repeal zoning by-law 2017-275 for 4200 Innes Road

Council approved a 32-storey residential tower at 1071 Ambleside Drive (20-3), rezoning and amending the Official Plan. It also approved a 78-lot subdivision at 2727 Carp Road, designated 501 Cole Avenue for heritage protection, and directed staff to develop a coyote management strategy. Council supported Bill 5 to combat harassment by local leaders and delayed the governance review report for the new term.

• Approved 32-storey residential tower at 1071 Ambleside Drive (20-3)
• Approved 78-lot subdivision at 2727 Carp Road and part of 2625 Carp Road
• Designated 501 Cole Avenue for heritage protection under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
• Approved 40 km/h speed limit on Springridge Drive
• Directed staff to develop a proactive Coyote Management Strategy
• Approved membership application to the National Zero Waste Council
• Supported Bill 5, Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act
• Delayed tabling of 2022-2026 Governance Review report until after new Council takes office

Finance and Economic Development Committee

This agenda for the Finance and Economic Development Committee meeting on October 4, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document appears to be a template with no substantive content for residents to review.

Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee will consider approving its end-of-term report for 2018-2022 and recommend it to the Community and Protective Services Committee. An amendment proposes deferring approval to the next meeting. The agenda also includes confirmation of previous minutes and declarations of interest.

• End of Term Report for 2018-2022 (ACS2022-OCC-GEN-0029) with proposed approval and amendment to defer
• Confirmation of minutes from June 21, 2022 meeting
• Declarations of interest
• Other business and adjournment

The Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee deferred approval of its 2018-2022 end-of-term report to a future meeting, after discussion with staff. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included confirmation of previous minutes and general discussion on governance and enclosed parks.

• Deferred approval of 2018-2022 end-of-term report to next meeting (carried)

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting electronically. The only substantive item is a motion to move in camera to receive results from the CEO recruitment process; the rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.

• In camera item: results from CEO recruitment process (personal matters under Public Libraries Act)

The Board moved in camera to receive recruitment results for the CEO position, then in open session unanimously appointed Sonia Bebbington as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 31, 2022. The Chair was delegated authority to finalize and execute her contract. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Sonia Bebbington as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 31, 2022 (carried)
• Delegated to the Chair authority to finalize and execute the CEO contract (carried)
• Moved in camera to receive CEO recruitment results (carried)

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee will consider several heritage matters, including an objection to the designation of 501 Cole Avenue, a proposed designation for 95 Henderson Avenue, a demolition and new construction application at 14 Crescent Road, and a heritage easement agreement for 50 The Driveway. The committee will also discuss a motion to evaluate the heritage value of the former CPR Rail Bridge over the Rideau River. Recommendations from this meeting will go to Ottawa City Council on October 5 or November 9, 2022.

• Objection to designation of 501 Cole Avenue (Kitchissippi Ward 15)
• Proposed designation of 95 Henderson Avenue (Rideau-Vanier Ward 12)
• Demolition and new construction at 14 Crescent Road (Rockcliffe Park Heritage Conservation District)
• Heritage Easement Agreement for 50 The Driveway (Somerset Ward 14)
• Motion to evaluate heritage value of former CPR Rail Bridge over Rideau River (Capital Ward 17)

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee recommended that City Council proceed with designating 501 Cole Avenue under the Ontario Heritage Act, despite an objection from the property owner. The sub-committee also recommended not designating 95 Henderson Avenue, approved demolition and new construction at 14 Crescent Road, and directed staff to evaluate the former CPR Rail Bridge for heritage designation.

• Recommended Council designate 501 Cole Avenue under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (carried as amended).
• Recommended Council not issue a Notice of Intention to Designate 95 Henderson Avenue (carried).
• Approved demolition and new construction at 14 Crescent Road in Rockcliffe Park Heritage Conservation District (carried).
• Recommended Council enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement for 50 The Driveway (carried as amended).
• Directed staff to evaluate the former CPR Rail Bridge over the Rideau River for possible heritage designation (carried).
• Confirmed minutes of BHSC Meeting 33 from August 23, 2022 (carried).

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is meeting to consider two zoning by-law amendments: one for 2727 and part of 2625 Carp Road to allow 78 residential lots, four commercial blocks, and preservation of the Huntley Creek Corridor; and another for parts of 6335 and 6409 Perth Street to permit a revised residential subdivision. The committee will also discuss an amendment to the Manotick area-specific development charges background study and receive a status update on inquiries and motions. The meeting is largely procedural, with reports to be forwarded to Council on October 5.

• Zoning amendment for 2727 Carp Road and part of 2625 Carp Road to allow 78 residential lots, four commercial blocks, and preserve Huntley Creek Corridor
• Zoning amendment for parts of 6335 and 6409 Perth Street to permit a revised residential subdivision
• Amendment to the Village of Manotick Area-Specific Development Charges Background Study and by-law update
• Status update on committee inquiries and motions for period ending September 16, 2022
• Information item: registration of Site Plan Agreement for West Carleton Environmental Centre

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee recommended Council approve a zoning by-law amendment for 2727 Carp Road and part of 2625 Carp Road to allow 78 residential lots, four commercial blocks, and preservation of the Huntley Creek Corridor. The committee also recommended a zoning amendment for parts of 6335 and 6409 Perth Street to permit a revised residential subdivision. Both recommendations will go to City Council on October 5.

• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for 2727 Carp Road and part of 2625 Carp Road for 78 residential lots, four commercial blocks, and Huntley Creek Corridor preservation (Carried)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for parts of 6335 and 6409 Perth Street to permit a revised residential subdivision (Carried)
• Recommended endorsement of amendment to Manotick Area-Specific Development Charges Background Study and update of related by-law (Carried)
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions for information (Received)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board approved a new policy on electronic monitoring and authorized the purchase of a $1,750 table at the annual police gala. The board also appointed and reappointed special constables, and received numerous reports for information, including financial, complaints, workforce, and performance updates for the second quarter of 2022. No substantive decisions were made on other items, which were received as information only.

• Approved new Board Policy 'Electronic Monitoring' (carried)
• Approved purchase of a table at the Ottawa Police Gala at a cost of $1,750 (carried)
• Approved appointment and reappointment of special constables (carried)
• Approved withdrawal of seven outstanding board inquiries (carried)
• Received Human Resources Committee draft minutes for information
• Received chair's and chief's verbal reports for information
• Received public consultation policy annual report for information
• Received second quarter 2022 financial, complaints, workforce, and performance reports for information

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to consider several zoning and development items, including a proposed 32-storey residential building at 1071 Ambleside Drive, a four-storey apartment at 197-201 Wilbrod Street, and a zoning change at 5725 Fernbank Road. The committee will also revisit a development charge complaint for 1354 and 1376 Carling Avenue. Recommendations from this meeting will go to City Council on October 5, 2022.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 1071 Ambleside Drive to allow up to 32 storeys
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street to permit a four-storey apartment building
• Heritage permit application for new construction at 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street (Sandy Hill West Heritage Conservation District)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 5725 Fernbank Road to permit residential uses and one new park block
• Development charge complaint for 1354 and 1376 Carling Avenue (deferred item)

The Planning Committee voted 6-4 to recommend Council approve a 32-storey apartment building with 312 units at 1071 Ambleside Drive, overriding existing height limits. The committee also approved zoning changes for a four-storey building at 197-201 Wilbrod Street and residential uses at 5725 Fernbank Road, and recommended designating 933 Gladstone Avenue as a Class 4 noise area.

• Approved (6-4) recommendation to Council for 32-storey, 312-unit residential development at 1071 Ambleside Drive, with amended zoning and Official Plan policies.
• Approved recommendation to Council for a four-storey apartment building at 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street.
• Approved recommendation to Council for residential land uses and a park block at 5725 Fernbank Road.
• Approved recommendation to Council to designate 933 Gladstone Avenue and 1030 Somerset Street as a Class 4 noise area.
• Approved minutes from August 25 and September 8, 2022 meetings.
• Carried development charge complaint dismissal for 1354, 1376 Carling Avenue.
• Approved heritage permit for new construction at 197-201 Wilbrod Street in Sandy Hill West Heritage Conservation District.
• No in camera items, notices of motion, or inquiries were presented.

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing to consider 15 applications for minor variances and land severances across Ottawa. The agenda lists six items that were adjourned to later dates and nine applications that were heard, covering property subdivisions, new dwellings, and zoning relief requests. The meeting is procedural, with no other business on the agenda.

• Severance of 44 and 46 Imperial into two parcels for existing semi-detached dwelling
• Subdivision of 305 Currell into three parcels for three townhouses
• Variance for 368 Tweedsmuir to reduce rear yard setback and increase units for low-rise apartment
• Variance for 436 Athlone to reduce setbacks, landscape buffer, and parking for apartment building
• Variance for 113 Lower Charlotte to convert dwelling into triplex with reduced lot area and setbacks

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding an electronic hearing on September 21, 2022, to consider nine applications for minor variances and consents, including property subdivisions and construction-related variances. One application (2055 Baffin) was adjourned to November 2, 2022 for recirculation. The public can participate via Zoom or YouTube, with written comments due by noon the Monday before the hearing.

• 1696 Belcourt: consent to subdivide into two parcels for two detached dwellings (13708225 Canada Inc.)
• 144 Bartonia: minor variance for increased rear yard projection for an uncovered deck
• 308 Moodie: minor variance for increased corner side yard projection for an awning over commercial patio
• 49 Meadowlands: two applications to divide property into two lots for two detached dwellings with reduced lot widths/areas
• 257 Lisgar: consent to convey portion of property to abutting property at 108 Nepean Street (Taggart Corporation Ltd.)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 held an electronic hearing on September 21, 2022, to consider nine applications for property subdivisions and consents. The agenda also included declarations of interest, confirmation of minutes, and several adjournments of previously scheduled items. The hearing was conducted online due to COVID-19, with public participation via Zoom and YouTube.

• Subdivision into two parcels at 7241 Franktown (Ward 21)
• Subdivision to create one new residential lot at 2165 Manotick Station (Ward 20)
• Consent to convey portion of 5758 First Line to abutting owner (Ward 21)
• Two applications to divide 4740 High into two parcels with reduced frontage (Ward 20)
• Subdivision into three parcels for future residential development at 2160 Phelan (Ward 21)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to consider several planning and development items, including the Orléans Corridor Secondary Plan, multiple zoning by-law amendments, and a development charge complaint. The council will also receive the annual report of the Ottawa Community Lands Development Corporation and an audit of the zero-emission bus tendering process. Several items are recommendations from committees and will be voted on as a group.

• Orléans Corridor Secondary Plan adoption and St. Joseph Boulevard complete street concept
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 100 Steacie Drive – recommendation to refuse
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 1649 Montreal Road and 741 Blair Road – recommendation to refuse 26-storey mixed-use building
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 2254, 2262, 2270 Braeside Avenue and 2345 Alta Vista Drive – approval for low-rise apartment building
• Appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as auditor for Ottawa Community Lands Development Corporation

Council voted 17-4 to refuse a zoning by-law amendment for 100 Steacie Drive, citing incompatibility with nearby industrial development, poor transit access, and pedestrian safety concerns. Council also opposed an appeal for a development at 1186-1194 Wellington Street West, approved the Orléans Corridor Secondary Plan, and designated October 5, 2022 as 'Right to Food Day'.

• Refused zoning by-law amendment at 100 Steacie Drive (17-4)
• Opposed appeal for Official Plan and zoning amendments at 1186-1194 Wellington Street West (carried, one dissent)
• Approved Orléans Corridor Secondary Plan (carried as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for 2254-2270 Braeside Avenue and 2345 Alta Vista Drive (carried)
• Refused zoning amendment for 1649 Montreal Road and 741 Blair Road (carried)
• Approved removal of Vars Water Infrastructure Fee (carried)
• Designated October 5, 2022 as 'Right to Food Day' (carried)
• Approved no-parking designation on north side of Trent Street (carried)

Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management

This agenda for the Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management contains no substantive items—only embedded video and software interface text. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations on universal accessibility at The Ottawa Hospital's new campus and an update from the Accessibility Office. They will also discuss their 2021-2022 annual report, receive an update from the E-Scooters Accessibility Working Group, and consider end-of-term motions and wrap-up. The meeting is largely informational, with no votes on specific proposals.

• Presentation on Universal Accessibility at The Ottawa Hospital's New Campus Development
• Accessibility Office Update
• Recommendation to forward 2021-2022 annual report to Community and Protective Services Committee
• E-Scooters Accessibility Working Group update
• Discussion of end of term motions and wrap-up

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health is meeting to receive reports and presentations on several public health topics, including a third-party review of Ottawa Public Health's COVID-19 response, a cannabis poisoning presentation, and updates on immunization and budget. The board will also vote on approving a Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan for 2022-2023 and making Indigenous cultural safety training mandatory for new board members and OPH leadership. One item, the performance appraisal of the Medical Officer of Health, will be discussed in camera.

• Presentation on cannabis poisoning in children following non-medical cannabis legalization
• Results of third-party review by Dr. Paul Gully of OPH's COVID-19 response
• Approve Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan for 2022-2023
• Make Indigenous cultural safety training mandatory for new board members and OPH leadership
• 2022 Q2 operating and capital budget status report

The Ottawa Board of Health approved a Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan for 2022-2023 and made Indigenous cultural safety training mandatory for all new board members and OPH leadership. The board also received a third-party review of OPH's COVID-19 response and directed staff to consider its recommendations. Other items received for information included updates on the fall immunization plan, budget status, and strategic plan progress.

• Approved Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan for 2022-2023 (carried)
• Approved mandatory Indigenous cultural safety training for new board members and OPH leadership (carried)
• Received third-party review of OPH's COVID-19 response and directed staff to consider recommendations (carried)
• Received presentation on cannabis poisoning in children following legalization (received)
• Received Chair's verbal report on community events and provincial funding (received)
• Received Medical Officer of Health verbal report on COVID-19, monkeypox, and immunization backlog (received)
• Received 2022 Fall Immunization Plan for information (received)
• Received Q2 2022 operating and capital budget status report (received)

Community and Protective Services Committee

This agenda for the Community and Protective Services Committee meeting on September 15, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder or template with no substantive content.

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission received the 2022 Q2 Operating and Capital Budget Status Report for information only, with no votes or approvals. Staff provided updates on Confederation Line and Para Transpo service, and answered questions. No motions, in-camera items, or decisions were made at this meeting.

• Received 2022 Transit Operating and Capital Budget Q2 Status Report for information
• Received Confederation Line and Bus Service Update
• Received Para Transpo Service Verbal Update
• Received Status Update on Inquiries and Motions
• No declarations of interest filed
• Confirmed minutes of June 15, 2022 meeting
• No notices of motion submitted
• No in-camera items discussed

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to decide on several reports, including approving a $180,000 capital re-allocation for the Metcalfe branch reconstruction, nominating two Algonquin communities for the Order of Friendship, and amending the board succession planning policy. The board will also receive updates on Indigenous services, fundraising, and second quarter 2022 finances, and consider deferring the Facilities Framework to November. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and roll call, plus in-camera discussions on labour relations and the CEO's mid-year review.

• Approve $180,000 re-allocation to Metcalfe branch reconstruction capital project
• Nominate Pikwakanagan and Kitigan Zibi communities for Order of Friendship
• Amend Board Policy 016 on Board Succession Planning
• Receive 2022 second quarter financial reports and 2021 financial statements
• Defer Facilities Framework public engagement summary to November 8, 2022

The Ottawa Public Library Board approved reallocating $180,000 from a capital account to fund the Metcalfe branch reconstruction. The Board also approved nominating the Anishinābe Algonquin Host Nation communities for the Order of Friendship, amended the Board Succession Planning Policy, and deferred the final Facilities Framework to November. A motion to align any potential OPL closures with the City of Ottawa regarding the federal day of mourning for Queen Elizabeth II was carried.

• Approved $180,000 reallocation for Metcalfe branch reconstruction (carried)
• Approved nomination of Pikwakanagan and Kitigan Zibi for Order of Friendship (carried)
• Approved amendments to Board Policy 016 – Board Succession Planning (carried)
• Deferred final Facilities Framework to November 8, 2022 (carried)
• Approved aligning OPL closures with City of Ottawa for September 19 mourning day (carried)
• Received 2022 second quarter financial report (received)
• Received 2021 financial statements (received)
• Approved changes to benefit entitlements for MPE employees (carried)

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Ottawa Built Heritage Sub-Committee meeting on September 13, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is meeting to receive an Auditor General's report on the tendering process for 40-foot electric buses (Sprint 2) and to recommend that Council consider and approve the recommendations. The agenda also includes routine items such as confirmation of minutes and declarations of interest.

• Auditor General's report on Zero-Emission Buses Sprint 2 - Tendering Process for 40-Foot Electric Buses (ACS2022-OAG-BVG-0008)
• Confirmation of Audit Committee Minutes 16 (June 13, 2022)
• Confirmation of Confidential Minutes 15 (June 13, 2022)

The Audit Committee received and carried the Auditor General's report on the audit of the tendering process for 40-foot electric buses, recommending that Council consider and approve the recommendations. The committee also confirmed the minutes from the June 13, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received and carried audit report on zero-emission bus tendering process (unanimous)
• Confirmed minutes of June 13, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Confirmed confidential minutes of June 13, 2022 meeting (carried)

French Language Services Advisory Committee

The French Language Services Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its end-of-term report for 2018-2022 and recommend it to the Finance and Economic Development Committee. They will also receive an update on municipal elections and French language services, and appoint a presiding officer for the meeting.

• Appointment of Mireille Brownhill as Presiding Officer
• Approval of end-of-term report for 2018-2022
• Municipal Elections and French Language Services Update

The French Language Services Advisory Committee approved its end-of-term report for 2018-2022 and recommended that the Finance and Economic Development Committee receive it. The committee also received an update on municipal elections and French language services for information. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FLSAC Minutes 12 – May 12, 2022 (carried)
• Appointed Mireille Brownhill as Presiding Officer for this meeting (carried)
• Approved end-of-term report for 2018-2022 and recommended it to Finance and Economic Development Committee (carried)
• Received municipal elections and French language services update for information (received)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is deciding on several zoning and official plan amendments, including a proposed 32-storey residential building at 1071 Ambleside Drive, a 21-storey mixed-use project at 70 and 74 Nicholas Street, and a recommendation to refuse a 26-storey building at 1649 Montreal Road and 741 Blair Road. The committee will also consider adopting the Orléans Corridor Secondary Plan, a development charge complaint, and a motion on building stepbacks in the Innes Road area.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 1071 Ambleside Drive to allow up to 32 storeys
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 70 and 74 Nicholas Street for a 21-storey mixed-use building incorporating the heritage City Registry Office
• Recommendation to refuse a 26-storey mixed-use building at 1649 Montreal Road and 741 Blair Road
• Adoption of the Orléans Corridor Secondary Plan with St. Joseph Boulevard complete street concept
• Development charge complaint for 1354, 1376 Carling Avenue recommended for dismissal

The committee approved a zoning by-law amendment for 70 and 74 Nicholas Street to permit a 21-storey mixed-use building incorporating the heritage City Registry Office. It also approved the Orléans Corridor Secondary Plan with amendments, and refused a 26-storey mixed-use building at 1649 Montreal Road and 741 Blair Road. Several items were deferred, including the Wellington Street West appeal and the 1071 Ambleside Drive proposal.

• Approved zoning amendment for 21-storey mixed-use building at 70-74 Nicholas Street (carried as amended)
• Approved Orléans Corridor Secondary Plan with amendments (carried as amended)
• Refused zoning amendment for 26-storey mixed-use building at 1649 Montreal Road and 741 Blair Road (carried)
• Approved heritage alteration permit for City Registry Office at 70 Nicholas Street (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise apartment building at 2254-2270 Braeside Avenue and 2345 Alta Vista Drive (carried)
• Deferred Wellington Street West appeal to September 22 meeting (carried, with dissent from Councillor Brockington)
• Deferred 1071 Ambleside Drive proposal to September 22 meeting due to notification error (carried)
• Deferred development charge complaint for 1354-1376 Carling Avenue to September 22 meeting (carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 held an electronic hearing on September 7, 2022, to consider four applications for minor variances and consents in Ward 5 (West Carleton-March) and one change of condition request in Ward 21 (Rideau-Goulbourn). The committee heard applications to subdivide a property, build a coach house, reduce a setback, and convey a portion of land, plus a change of condition request. One application was adjourned to November 2, 2022.

• D08-01-22/B-00237, 1622 Galetta Side: subdivision into two parcels to create a new residential lot
• D08-02-22/A-00089, 270 Lowe: construction of a one-storey detached coach house (adjourned to Nov 2, 2022)
• D08-02-22/A-00242, 4599 Mohrs: detached dwelling with reduced setback from Mineral Extraction Zone
• D08-01-22/B-00223, 2625 Carp: conveyance of a portion of property to abutting owner at 2727 Carp Road
• D08-01-22/B-00186, 7072 Flewellyn: change of condition request

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Ottawa Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding an electronic hearing to decide on 10 applications for minor variances and consents (land subdivisions). Items include proposals for new dwellings, a 30-storey apartment, and lot severances across several wards. Four applications previously adjourned to October 19, 2022 are listed for confirmation.

• 359 Terry Fox Drive and 525 Legget Drive: subdivision for a proposed 30-storey apartment (Ward 4)
• 1357-1361 Kitchener: subdivision into three parcels for new two-storey dwellings (Ward 16)
• 285, 287 York: subdivision into two parcels for existing row house units (Ward 12)
• 1982 Arch: reduced interior side yard setback for attached garage and carport (Ward 18)
• 2940 Baseline: subdivision into three parcels (Ward 8)

Transportation Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed. The document appears to be a template with no specific business scheduled for the meeting.

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 met electronically on September 7, 2022, to hear 12 applications for minor variances and consents, including subdivisions, reduced setbacks, and increased building heights. Several items were adjourned to September 21, 2022, and two were adjourned sine die. The committee also adopted minutes from August 3 and August 17, 2022.

• Subdivision of 19A & 19B Garland into two parcels for existing semi-detached dwelling with reduced parking length
• Reduced interior side yard setback for semi-detached dwelling with secondary units at 574 Edison
• Increased footprint for new coach house at 12 West Presland
• Subdivision of 674 de l'Eglise into two parcels for two three-unit dwellings with reduced lot areas and widths
• Subdivision of 424 Avondale into two for new dwellings with front-facing garages, reduced lot widths, increased height

Finance and Economic Development Committee

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Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will consider four zoning by-law amendments to restrict residential development on retained agricultural lands, plus a development charge complaint and an engineer appointment for a municipal drain. All items are recommendations to Council, which will consider them on September 21, 2022.

• Zoning amendment for part of 3135 and 3191 Sarsfield Road to prohibit residential development on retained agricultural lands
• Zoning amendment for 6060 and 6086 Frontier Road to prohibit residential development on retained farmland and permit decreased lot width on severed surplus farmhouse
• Zoning amendment for part of 4900 Frank Kenny Road to prohibit residential development on retained agricultural lands
• Zoning amendment for part of 3896 8th Line Road and 7968 Marvelville Road to prohibit residential development, permit larger accessory building and equestrian establishment
• Recommendation to dismiss development charge complaint for 3420 Baskins Beach Road

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee recommended that City Council end the requirement to collect the Vars Water Fee on building permits, as the associated debt is now retired. The committee also recommended approving four zoning by-law amendments to prohibit residential development on retained agricultural lands, and accepted a development charge complaint for 3420 Baskins Beach Road. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Recommended ending Vars Water Fee collection on building permits (carried)
• Recommended approving zoning amendment to prohibit residential development on part of 3135 and 3191 Sarsfield Road (carried)
• Recommended approving zoning amendment to prohibit residential development on 6060 and 6086 Frontier Road (carried)
• Recommended approving zoning amendment to prohibit residential development on part of 4900 Frank Kenny Road (carried)
• Recommended approving zoning amendment to prohibit residential development and permit equestrian use on part of 3896 8th Line Road and 7968 Marvelville Road (carried)
• Recommended accepting development charge complaint for 3420 Baskins Beach Road (carried)
• Recommended appointing McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers Ltd. as engineer for Osgoode Gardens Cedar Acres Municipal Drain (carried)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to decide on several planning and heritage items, including a new Parkland Dedication By-law, a Community Benefits Charge By-law, and multiple zoning amendments. The council will also consider heritage designations for two schools and several property alteration applications.

• Repeal By-law 2009-95 and adopt new Parkland Dedication By-law
• Adopt Community Benefits Charge By-law and Strategy
• Zoning amendment for 27-storey mixed-use building at 108 Nepean Street
• Refuse demolition and new construction at 229-247 Beechwood Avenue
• Heritage designation for York Street Public School and Glebe Collegiate Institute

Council approved a new Parkland Dedication By-law replacing the 2009 version, and adopted a Community Benefits Charge By-law to capture fees from new developments for infrastructure. A zoning amendment for 142-148 Nepean Street was approved 13-11 after a tenant compensation amendment. Council also passed motions opposing provincial Bill 3 (Strong Mayors) and advocating for increased social assistance rates.

• Approved new Parkland Dedication By-law and cash-in-lieu policy revision (carried as amended)
• Adopted Community Benefits Charge Strategy and By-law (carried as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for 142-148 Nepean Street for surface parking lot (13-11)
• Approved zoning amendment for 108 Nepean Street and part of 257 Lisgar Street for 27-storey mixed-use building (carried)
• Deferred zoning amendment for 100 Steacie Drive to next meeting (carried)
• Refused demolition and new construction applications at 229-247 Beechwood Avenue (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 280 Laurier Avenue East for three-storey addition (carried)
• Approved motions opposing Bill 3 (Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act) and advocating for increased ODSP/OW rates (carried)

Police Service Board Human Resources Committee

The Ottawa Police Services Board Human Resources Committee is meeting to confirm its agenda and approve minutes from the May 20, 2022 meeting. The main item of business is a presentation on the Workforce Management Strategy, which the committee will receive for information only. No decisions on the strategy are scheduled.

• Confirmation of agenda for August 30, 2022 meeting
• Approval of minutes #13 from May 20, 2022 meeting
• Presentation on Workforce Management Strategy (received for information)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to consider a series of zoning and official plan amendments, including a major proposal for two high-rise buildings on Bank Street and Riverside Drive. Several items were deferred from the July 7 meeting and will be revisited, including a zoning change for a surface parking lot on Nepean Street and a proposal for two four-storey apartment buildings on Steacie Drive. The committee will also review the 2021 Annual Development Report and a recommendation to refuse demolition and new construction on Beechwood Avenue.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 1330, 1344, 1346 Bank Street and 2211 Riverside Drive to permit a 29-storey residential high-rise and a 27-storey mixed-use building
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 1053, 1075 and 1145 March Road to permit 261 single detached dwellings, 329 townhouse dwellings, a school site, a Park and Ride, and a fire station
• Recommendation to refuse demolition and new construction at 229, 231, 241, 245 and 247 Beechwood Avenue, a heritage-designated property
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 100 Steacie Drive to permit two four-storey apartment buildings (deferred from July 7)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 142, 144 and 148 Nepean Street for a surface parking lot and demolition control (deferred from July 7)

The Planning Committee voted 6-5 to refuse a zoning by-law amendment for 100 Steacie Drive that would have permitted two four-storey apartment buildings in a business park industrial area, citing community concerns about poor planning and traffic. The committee also recommended approval of several other development projects, including a 29-storey residential high-rise at 1330-1346 Bank Street and 2211 Riverside Drive, and a mixed-use development at 525 Legget Drive and 359 Terry Fox Drive. Additionally, the committee recommended refusing demolition and new construction applications at 229-247 Beechwood Avenue, a heritage-designated property.

• Refused zoning by-law amendment for 100 Steacie Drive (6-5)
• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for 1330-1346 Bank Street and 2211 Riverside Drive (carried as amended)
• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for 525 Legget Drive and 359 Terry Fox Drive (carried)
• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for 570 and 600 March Road (carried as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1050 Canadian Shield Avenue (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1053, 1075 and 1145 March Road (carried)
• Recommended refusal of demolition and new construction at 229-247 Beechwood Avenue (10-0)
• Approved Community Benefits Charge Strategy and By-law (carried as amended)

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee will consider several heritage permit applications and designations. The most consequential item is a recommendation to refuse demolition and new construction at 229-247 Beechwood Avenue, a Part V designated property. Other items include re-issuing a heritage permit for 35-37 William Street, approving alterations at 197-201 Wilbrod Street and 70 Nicholas Street, and designating two schools under the Ontario Heritage Act.

• Recommend refusal of demolition/new construction at 229, 231, 241, 245, 247 Beechwood Avenue (Ward 13)
• Re-issue heritage permit for 35-37 William Street (ByWard Market HCD)
• Approve new construction at 197-201 Wilbrod Street (Sandy Hill West HCD)
• Approve alterations to City Registry Office, 70 Nicholas Street
• Designate York Street Public School (310 York St) and Glebe Collegiate Institute (212 Glebe Ave) under Part IV

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee voted to recommend that Council refuse applications to demolish and build new at 229-247 Beechwood Avenue, properties in the Beechwood Heritage Conservation District. The sub-committee also recommended approving alterations to 35-37 William Street, 197-201 Wilbrod Street, 70 Nicholas Street, and 15 Linden Terrace, and issuing notices of intent to designate York Street Public School and Glebe Collegiate Institute under the Ontario Heritage Act. A motion was carried to amend the ward councillors' comments in the designation report for the two schools.

• Carried recommendation to refuse demolition and new construction at 229, 231, 241, 245 and 247 Beechwood Avenue
• Carried recommendation to re-issue heritage permit for 35-37 William Street with conditions
• Carried recommendation to approve new construction at 197-201 Wilbrod Street with conditions
• Carried recommendation to approve alterations to 70 Nicholas Street (City Registry Office) with conditions
• Carried as amended recommendation to issue notices of intent to designate York Street Public School and Glebe Collegiate Institute under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
• Carried recommendation to approve alterations to 15 Linden Terrace
• Received status update on inquiries and motions for information
• Notice of motion filed to evaluate former CPR Rail Bridge for possible heritage designation

Court of Revision

The Court of Revision is meeting to receive the Engineer's report for new assessment schedules for the Cranberry Creek Municipal Drain and to convene its first sitting to hear appeals from landowners assessed for the drainage works under the Drainage Act. The meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2022, at the Alfred Taylor Recreation Centre in North Gower.

• Receive Engineer's Report for New Assessment Schedules under Section 76 of the Drainage Act for Cranberry Creek Municipal Drain, dated June 2022
• Convene first sitting of Court of Revision under subsection 46(3) of the Drainage Act to hear appeals under Section 52 from assessed landowners
• File No. ACS2022-IWS-WS-0006 - Rideau-Goulbourn (Ward 21)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 held an electronic hearing on August 17, 2022, to consider five applications for minor variances and consents. Three applications were adjourned to later dates, and five were heard, including requests to subdivide properties and permit reduced setbacks for secondary dwelling units. The meeting was held online due to COVID-19.

• 770 Brookfield: consent to subdivide into two parcels (2738914 Ontario Inc.)
• 26 Evergreen: variance for reduced rear yard setback and area for addition with secondary dwelling unit
• 88 Meadowlands W.: variance for reduced lot width for basement secondary dwelling unit
• 271 Queen Mary: consent and variance for three-unit townhouse with reduced side yard setbacks and lot areas
• Adjournments: 26 Evergreen to Oct 19, 2022; 271 Queen Mary items to Oct 5, 2022

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on August 17, 2022, to consider three applications for minor variances and consents. The applications involve property subdivisions and setback reductions at 83 Ontario and 427 Mansfield. The meeting is conducted online due to COVID-19, with public participation via YouTube and written comments.

• D08-01-22/B-00220 & B-00221, 83 Ontario (Ward 13): subdivision into two parcels for semi-detached dwelling with reduced rear yard setbacks
• D08-02-22/A-00201 & A-00202, 83 Ontario (Ward 13): subdivision for semi-detached dwelling with reduced rear yard setbacks
• D08-02-22/A-00222, 427 Mansfield (Ward 15): reduced front yard setback for enclosed porch
• All applications by 13516989 Canada Inc. and Kevin Terrion/Jenepher Lennox-Terrion

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is holding an electronic hearing to consider nine applications for minor variances and consents (land subdivisions) across Ottawa. The agenda includes items such as a new salt dome, property subdivisions, and setback reductions. One item (790 Bayview) is listed as 'sine die' (adjourned indefinitely).

• 2121 Huntley: increased building height for a new salt dome
• 3154 Yorks Corners: subdivision into two parcels (Hickup Farms Inc.)
• 2285 Summerside: reduced corner side yard setback for attached garage
• 1500 Thomas Argue: subdivision for Carp Airport operations buildings with variances
• 199 Langstaff: reduced lot width, area, and rear yard setback for Huntley Curling Club

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on August 3, 2022, to consider six applications for minor variances and consents. The items include requests for reduced setbacks, increased building height, and property severances at various Ottawa addresses. One application (112 Mailes) is listed as 'Sine Die' (indefinitely postponed), and several others have been adjourned from previous meetings.

• 91-93 Holland: reduced building step back, rear yard setback, increased height for six-storey mixed-use building
• 464 McLeod: reduced interior side yard setback for rear addition
• 112 Mailes: front-facing attached garage, double wide driveway, reduced lot width for new two-storey dwelling (Sine Die)
• 1250 Trenton: sever property into two parcels for two semi-detached dwellings (adjourned from Nov 17, 2021)
• 50 Gilmour: reduced lot width, area, setbacks for third storey addition (adjourned from May 18, June 1 & July 6, 2022)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 holds an electronic hearing on August 3, 2022, to consider three minor variance applications and one change of condition request. The applications seek relief from zoning rules for new dwellings in floodplain, reduced lot widths, and a change to an existing decision. Public participation is via Zoom and YouTube due to COVID-19.

• Minor variance at 2131 Devine (Ward 19) to permit building in a floodplain and reduced distance from a water course for a new detached dwelling and shed
• Minor variance at 263 Ketchikan (Ward 4) to permit a reduced lot width for a proposed detached dwelling
• Minor variance at 269 Ketchikan (Ward 4) to permit a reduced lot width for a proposed detached dwelling
• Change of condition request for D08-01-22/B-00022 at 3588 Highway 17 (Ward 5)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 held an electronic hearing on August 3, 2022, to consider 12 applications for minor variances and consents to subdivide properties across several wards. The agenda lists applications for subdivisions, reduced lot sizes, and new dwellings at specific addresses. Five items were adjourned to later dates, and the remaining applications were heard.

• Subdivision of 2653 & 2655 Don Street into two parcels (Ward 7)
• Subdivision of 1691 Rosebella Avenue into two parcels for detached dwellings (Ward 10)
• Variance for reduced lot width and setbacks at 101 Chippewa Avenue (Ward 8)
• Subdivision of 2300 Fox Crescent into three parcels (Ward 7)
• Subdivision of 3 Selkirk Street into three parcels for mixed-use developments (Ward 12)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board will consider a motion to continue the recruitment process for a new Chief of Police, following community engagement on the position. The motion also proposes to delegate final approval of recruitment materials to the Human Resources Committee and to put the Deputy Chief recruitment on hold until a new Chief is confirmed. The board will also vote on renewing the 911 service agreement with the City of Ottawa and receive several reports.

• Motion to complete chief recruitment process, including posting the position and delegating approval of candidate brief and interview questions to the Human Resources Committee
• Deputy Chief of Police recruitment to be put on hold until a new permanent Chief is confirmed
• Renewal of 911 Service Agreement between the Board and the City of Ottawa
• Report from Hefid.Solutions on results of Chief Recruitment Community Engagement
• Legal Services Status Report for 2022 Second Quarter

The Board voted to continue the recruitment process for a new Chief of Police, moving to the posting stage, and delegated final approval of recruitment materials to the Human Resources Committee. The recruitment for a Deputy Chief of Police was put on hold until a new Chief is confirmed. The Board also approved a renewed 911 Service Agreement with the City of Ottawa.

• Approved motion to continue chief recruitment to posting stage (carried)
• Delegated authority to HR Committee to approve recruitment materials (carried)
• Put deputy chief recruitment on hold until new chief confirmed (carried)
• Approved renewed 911 Service Agreement with City of Ottawa (carried)
• Received chair's verbal report for information
• Received chief's verbal report for information
• Received Hefid.Solutions community engagement report for information
• Received legal services, monitoring, and inquiries reports for information

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on July 20, 2022, to consider 10 applications for minor variances and consents. These include requests to permit reduced setbacks, increased building heights, front-facing garages, and property severances for residential projects across several Ottawa wards. The committee will decide on each application after hearing from applicants and public comments.

• 87 Melrose Ave: reduced lot area, front/rear/interior side yard setbacks, parking for low-rise apartment conversion
• 5 Ridgeway Way: front-facing garage and reduced front yard setback for two-storey addition
• 430 & 432 Avondale Ave: front-facing garages and reduced interior side yards for two single-detached dwellings
• 457 Dawson Ave: property severance into two parcels for semi-detached dwelling with reduced lot area and rear yard
• 261 & 263 Cambridge St N: subdivision into two parcels for semi-detached dwelling with increased building height

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 will hold an electronic hearing on July 20, 2022, to consider 12 applications for minor variances and consents (severances) across several wards. The agenda includes requests to sever properties, permit reduced setbacks, and adjust lot widths for new dwellings or additions. Public participation is available via Zoom and YouTube, with comments due by noon the Monday before the hearing.

• Consent to convey part of 7072 Flewellyn to abutting owner at 7018 Flewellyn Road (Ward 21)
• Severance of 13 Bell Park into two parcels for two detached dwellings with secondary units (Ward 6)
• Minor variance for reduced watercourse setback and side yard at 6083 James Bell (Ward 21)
• Consent to subdivide 6622 Bank into two lots (Ward 19)
• Adjourned applications for 35 and 37 Cloverloft to convey portions and reduce lot widths (Ward 6)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 held an electronic hearing on July 20, 2022, to consider 10 applications for minor variances and consents, including requests for reduced setbacks, lot severances, and increased building sizes. Two applications were adjourned sine die, and the minutes from previous meetings were adopted.

• 3535 Borrisokane: increased gross floor area for drive-through car wash (Ottawa Korean Community Church)
• 986 (988) Laporte: subdivision into two parcels for semi-detached and new detached dwelling with reduced side yard setbacks
• 20 Cordova: severance into two parcels for new detached dwellings with reduced lot width and area
• 75 Aylen: subdivision into four lots for two semi-detached dwellings with reduced lot widths, side yards, and increased building height
• 42 Northside: increased floor space index, reduced landscaped area, corner side yard, rear yard setback, and reduced parking

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to consider several zoning by-law amendments and parkland-related policies. Key items include a new Parkland Dedication By-law and the Parkland First Policy, both deferred from a previous meeting. The committee will also review zoning changes for specific properties, with some items proposed for deferral to a later meeting.

• New Parkland Dedication By-law replacing By-law 2009-95, with amendments to definitions and transition provisions
• Parkland First Policy approval
• Zoning amendment for 3776 and 3780 Albion Road to permit eight townhouse dwellings
• Zoning amendment for 108 Nepean Street and part of 257 Lisgar Street for a 27-storey mixed-use building
• Zoning amendment for 100 Steacie Drive for two four-storey apartment buildings (proposed deferral)

The Planning Committee carried a recommendation to repeal the existing Parkland Dedication By-law and adopt a new one, with several amendments clarifying definitions and transition rules. It also carried the Parkland First Policy and approved multiple zoning by-law amendments for residential and mixed-use developments. Several items were deferred to the August 25, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended new Parkland Dedication By-law and cash-in-lieu policy revisions (carried as amended)
• Approved Parkland First Policy (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 8 townhouses at 3776/3780 Albion Road (carried as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for 27-storey mixed-use at 108 Nepean/257 Lisgar (carried as amended)
• Deferred 142-148 Nepean Street zoning/demolition to August 25, 2022
• Deferred 100 Steacie Drive zoning amendment to August 25, 2022
• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise subdivision at 1055 Klondike Road (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for light industrial uses at 101/201 Nipissing Court (carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing to consider 11 applications for minor variances and consents, including subdivisions, building height increases, and setback reductions across several Ottawa wards. Several items were adjourned to later dates, and the committee will also confirm minutes and handle other routine business.

• 261 Cambridge: subdivision into two parcels for semi-detached dwelling with reduced rear yard and increased height
• 125 Prince Albert: increased building height, rear yard projection, decreased rear yard for three-storey semi-detached with basement units
• 474, 476 Bevan: division into two lots for semi-detached dwelling under construction
• 62 Stirling: division into two lots for semi-detached dwelling with reduced lot areas and roof-top access setback
• 250 Rochester: severance into two parcels for two-storey six-unit stacked dwelling with reduced lot width and setbacks

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is holding an electronic hearing to consider 12 applications for minor variances, severances, and consents across Ottawa wards. The agenda includes several property subdivisions, lot conveyances, and requests for reduced setbacks or increased building heights. Two items are listed as adjourned sine die, and several applications have been previously adjourned.

• 173 Rivington: sever into four parcels for four-unit townhouses with reduced lot area and increased lot coverage (Doyle Homes Ltd.)
• 6684 Harbour: divide into three parcels to create two new lots (Kurtis Jesse Wilson)
• 437 Donald B. Munro: reduced parking and increased building height for a three-storey mixed-use building (Brian Saumure)
• 1364-1370 Stittsville Main: increased front yard setback for a four-storey mixed-use building (Bayview Stittsville Ltd.)
• 2535 Munster, 7661 Mansfield: subdivide into three parcels for future residential development (Abolhasan Ahangaran)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 held an electronic hearing on July 6, 2022, to consider 12 applications for minor variances and land severances across the city. The agenda lists each property, the requested relief (such as reduced lot widths or increased building heights), and the applicant. One item, 250 Alfred, was adjourned sine die, and several others were carried over from previous meetings.

• 250 Alfred: adjourned sine die; application for increased floor area, height, and home-based business in new accessory building
• 1335 Kitchener: two applications to subdivide into two lots for a new detached dwelling with reduced lot width
• 958 Fisher: two applications to divide into two lots for a semi-detached dwelling with reduced lot width, area, rear yard, and increased height
• 1994 St. Joseph: application to permit reduced landscape buffer for a new two-storey commercial building
• 188 Baribeau: two applications to sever property into two parcels for existing triplex dwellings with reduced lot area and width

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving $60 million in contingency funding for the Stage 2 LRT, adopting a Heritage Conservation District Plan for Centretown and Minto Park, and implementing changes from Bill 109. The agenda also includes reports on climate change, development application resources, and various by-law amendments.

• Approve $35 million for Stage 2 Rail Construction Program utility budget and $25 million for contingency budget
• Adopt Heritage Conservation District Plan for Centretown and Minto Park
• Approve 10 new Building Code Services positions at $1.44 million
• Endorse Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty
• Reduce speed limits on Bleeks Road and William McEwen Drive

City Council approved $60 million in additional funding for the Stage 2 LRT program, including $35 million for the utility budget and $25 million for contingency, funded through development charge debt, rate reserves, and transit debt. Council also ratified collective agreements with CUPE Local 5500, approved several zoning and heritage designations, and endorsed the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty. A motion to pilot a southbound traffic restriction on Dalhousie Street was defeated.

• Approved $35M for Stage 2 LRT utility budget and $25M for contingency (carried)
• Ratified collective agreements with CUPE Local 5500 (carried)
• Endorsed Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (carried, 2 dissenting)
• Approved Ottawa International Airport Community Improvement Plan (20-4)
• Approved 10 new Building Code Services positions ($1.44M) and other staffing changes (carried)
• Approved Brownfield grants for 1330-1346 Bank St ($555,593) and 1500 Merivale Rd ($664,805) (carried)
• Approved zoning amendments for 3718 Greenbank Rd (228 stacked townhouses) and 1837/1849 Maple Grove Rd (90 townhouses) (carried)
• Defeated motion to pilot southbound traffic restriction on Dalhousie Street (6-14)

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will consider several recommendations, including implementing provincial Bill 109 changes, adding staff for development reviews, and approving a cost increase for the Richmond sanitary forcemain project. It will also review zoning amendments, rural internet updates, and other planning items.

• Bill 109 implementation: amendments to Delegated Authority By-law 2022-29, Development Application Study Policy By-law, Public Notification and Consultation Policy, and Site Plan Control By-law
• Add 10 FTE Building Code Services positions (~$1.44M) and convert 11 temporary positions to permanent
• Approve additional $2,216,596 (total $13,863,775) from Mattamy (Jock River) Limited for 5.9 km forcemain along Eagleson Road
• Zoning amendment at 6199 Dwyer Hill Road to reduce setback from Mineral Extraction zone
• Add Site Plan Control By-law provisions for High Performance Development Standard

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee recommended Council approve a package of amendments to implement provincial Bill 109 changes, including updates to the Delegated Authority By-law and Site Plan Control By-law. It also recommended adding 10 full-time building code positions at a cost of $1.44 million, funded by permit revenues, and converting several temporary positions to permanent. The committee approved a modified front-ending agreement with Mattamy for a Richmond sanitary forcemain, increasing funding by $2.2 million. It also approved a zoning amendment at 6199 Dwyer Hill Road and recommended delegating Rural Community-Building Grants approval to staff for the rest of the term.

• Recommended Council approve Bill 109 implementation amendments (carried as amended)
• Approved 10 new Building Code Services positions ($1.44M) and 11 temporary-to-permanent conversions (carried)
• Approved modified Front-Ending Agreement with Mattamy for Richmond forcemain, adding $2,216,596 (carried)
• Recommended zoning amendment at 6199 Dwyer Hill Road to reduce setback from Mineral Extraction zone (carried)
• Recommended delegating Rural Community-Building Grants approval to Rural Affairs Office (carried as amended)
• Recommended adding High Performance Development Standard provisions to Site Plan Control By-law (carried)
• Approved speed limit reduction on Bleeks Road from 50 km/h to 40 km/h (carried)
• Approved speed limit reduction on William McEwen Drive from 80 km/h to 60 km/h (carried)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend making six temporary transportation planning positions permanent. The agenda also includes responses to inquiries about pothole filling, sidewalk repairs, and accessibility of local road repairs, along with routine items like minutes and declarations of interest.

• Conversion of six temporary positions to permanent in Transportation Planning Services (ACS2022-PIE-TP-0008)
• Response to inquiry TRC 22-02 on pothole filling methods
• Response to inquiry TRC 22-03 on sidewalk repairs
• Response to inquiry TRC 22-05 on accessibility of local road repairs

The Transportation Committee recommended Council approve converting six temporary positions to permanent in Transportation Planning Services. It also recommended Council approve reinstating private driveways on several Kitchissippi streets as they were before reconstruction. The minutes were confirmed and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved conversion of six temporary positions to permanent in Transportation Planning Services (Carried)
• Approved motion to recommend Council reinstate private approaches on Winona, Wilmont, Elmgrove, Picton, Scott, Churchill, and Richmond Road as before reconstruction (Carried as amended)
• Confirmed minutes of May 30, 2022 meeting (Carried)

Finance and Economic Development Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Committee recommended Council approve $35 million for the Stage 2 Rail Construction Program utility budget and $25 million for the Stage 2 Contingency Budget in 2022, funded from development charge debt, rate reserves, and transit debt. The committee also carried several other recommendations, including the acquisition of vacant land on Moodie Drive for $2,672,950, the adoption of a new City of Ottawa Leasing Policy, the creation of an Ottawa International Airport Community Improvement Plan, and three Brownfield Redevelopment Grant applications. Additionally, the committee approved the development of a community recreation component at the Deschâtelets Building with $10.5 million in funding, and new parkland funding and retention policies.

• Approved $35M for Stage 2 LRT utility budget and $25M for contingency (carried)
• Approved acquisition of 4095 Moodie Drive for $2,672,950 (carried)
• Adopted City of Ottawa Leasing Policy (carried)
• Approved Ottawa International Airport Community Improvement Plan (carried)
• Approved Brownfield grant for 1500 Merivale Road up to $664,805 (carried)
• Approved Brownfield grant for 388/400 Albert and 156/160 Lyon up to $1,153,765 (carried)
• Approved Brownfield grant for 1330/1340/1346 Bank and 2211 Riverside up to $555,593 (carried)
• Approved Deschâtelets community recreation component with $10.5M funding (carried)

Debenture Committee

The Debenture Committee enacted four loan by-laws authorizing borrowing from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, VanCity Community Investment Bank, and the Canada Infrastructure Bank, totaling up to $422 million. It also enacted a confirmation by-law and confirmed the previous minutes. All motions were carried without recorded dissent.

• Approved loan by-law with Federation of Canadian Municipalities up to $8,113,000 (carried)
• Approved loan by-law with VanCity Community Investment Bank for $3,887,000 (carried)
• Approved loan by-law with VanCity Community Investment Bank up to $30,000,000 (carried)
• Approved conditional loan by-law with Canada Infrastructure Bank up to $380,000,000 (carried)
• Enacted By-law 2022-218 authorizing debenture up to $8,133,000 (carried)
• Enacted By-law 2022-219 authorizing bank loan of $3,887,000 for Better Homes Loan Program (carried)
• Enacted By-law 2022-220 authorizing dual bank loan up to $30,000,000 for Better Homes Loan Program (carried)
• Enacted By-law 2022-221 authorizing bank loan up to $380,000,000 for capital works (carried)

Joint Environment, Water and Waste Management and Agriculture and Rural Affairs

The Joint Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is meeting to consider a recommendation to Council approving the Ditch Alteration Policy Update, a city-wide policy. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with standard procedural items like declarations of interest and notices. Public participation deadlines are noted.

• Ditch Alteration Policy Update (ACS2022-PIE-GEN-0001) recommended for Council approval
• Public meetings held April 5 and 7, 2022 on the policy
• Reports to Council on July 6, 2022

The committee voted to refer the Ditch Alteration Policy Update to Council for consideration at the July 6, 2022 meeting without a committee recommendation. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Referred Ditch Alteration Policy Update to Council without recommendation (carried)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board is meeting to consider several items, including approving the appointment of up to 491 RCMP employees as special constables for Canada Day events, and directing the police service to continue work on the South Campus project. The board will also receive reports on the 2021 annual report, use of force, professional standards, and a safer workplace program update. Several items are routine approvals or information reports.

• Approve up to 291 RCMP re-appointments and up to 200 new RCMP appointments as special constables for Canada Day (June 27–July 4, 2022), valid until Nov 30, 2022
• Direct OPS to continue South Campus project, re-examine funding strategy, and report back in Nov 2022
• Approve $500 registration and $1,000 sponsorship for Canadian Association of Police Governance conference
• Receive 2021 OPS Annual Report and 2021 Use of Force report
• Receive Professional Standards Unit 2021 Annual Report

The Ottawa Police Services Board approved several special constable appointments, including up to 291 RCMP re-appointments and up to 200 additional RCMP appointments for Canada Day events, with authority delegated to the Chair and Vice-Chair. The board also approved conference attendance and sponsorship for the Canadian Association of Police Governance, and directed continued work on the South Campus project with a report back in November 2022. All other items were received for information.

• Approved RCMP special constable re-appointments (up to 291) and new appointments (up to 200) for Canada Day (carried)
• Delegated authority to Chair and Vice-Chair for Canada Day special constable appointments (carried)
• Approved $500 conference registration and $1,000 sponsorship for Canadian Association of Police Governance (carried)
• Approved re-appointment of OPS employees as special constables (carried)
• Approved appointment of Carleton University employees as special constables (carried)
• Approved appointment and re-appointment of RCMP employees as special constables (carried)
• Directed OPS to continue South Campus project work and re-examine funding strategy (carried, Leiper dissented on items 1-3)
• Received reports on Canada Day briefing, workplace program, annual reports, and commendations (received)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to recommend Council actions on a range of planning items, including replacing the Parkland Dedication By-law, revising the cash-in-lieu policy, implementing provincial Bill 109 changes, adding staff resources for development review, and approving several zoning by-law amendments for specific properties. The committee will also consider the Stittsville Main Street Public Realm Plan and a design competition process for a landmark building in Somerset ward.

• Repeal and replace Parkland Dedication By-law 2009-95 and revise Cash-in-lieu of Parkland Funds Policy
• Approve 10 new Building Code Services positions ($1.44M) and other planning staff additions (~$1.395M)
• Zoning amendment for 3718 Greenbank Road to permit 228 stacked townhouses and mixed-use development
• Zoning amendment for 1837 and 1849 Maple Grove Road to permit 62 back-to-back and 28 townhouse dwellings
• Front-ending agreement for Stormwater Management Pond 5 (upset limit $14,483,260) and storm sewer oversizing ($1,887,547) in Riverside South

Planning Committee

The Ottawa Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend decisions on a range of planning items, including a new Parkland Dedication By-law, implementation of provincial Bill 109 changes, and several zoning by-law amendments. The committee will also consider resource additions for development applications and various policy updates. Reports requiring Council approval will be presented to Council on July 6, 2022.

• Repeal and replace Parkland Dedication By-law 2009-95 and revise Cash-in-lieu of Parkland Funds Policy
• Approve 10 new FTE Building Code Services positions ($1.44M) and other staffing changes for development review
• Zoning amendments: 62 back-to-back townhouses and 28 townhouses at 1837/1849 Maple Grove Rd; 228 stacked townhouses at 3718 Greenbank Rd
• Front-ending agreements for Stormwater Management Pond 5 ($14,483,260) and Storm Sewer Oversizing for Pond 1 ($1,887,547) in Riverside South
• Adopt public consultation and design competition process for Landmark Building at 210/224 Gladstone Ave, 223/231 McLeod St, 377/379 Metcalfe St

The Planning Committee recommended Council approve an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for 1452-1470 Hunt Club Road and 1525-1545 Sieveright Avenue to permit a six-storey residential care facility, with several amendments addressing traffic and building height. The committee also recommended approval of multiple other zoning amendments, including for townhouse developments on Maple Grove Road and Greenbank Road, and deferred two parkland-related items to the July 7 meeting.

• Approved OPA and ZBA for 1452-1470 Hunt Club Rd and 1525-1545 Sieveright Ave for six-storey residential care facility (10-0)
• Approved amendments for traffic counts in Upper Hunt Club and Solera communities, intersection review, and reducing mechanical penthouse height
• Lost motion to defer Hunt Club Rd application for City-led Future Land Use Study (1-10)
• Lost motion to cap building height at 14m on Hunt Club Rd (0-10)
• Approved ZBA for 1837 and 1849 Maple Grove Rd for 62 back-to-back and 28 townhouse dwellings
• Approved ZBA for 3718 Greenbank Rd for 228 stacked townhouse units and mixed-use development
• Approved ZBA for 6301 Campeau Dr for technical updates for mixed-use development
• Deferred Parkland Dedication By-law and Parkland First Policy items to July 7, 2022

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to consider several committee reports, including a review of tools to prevent 'renovictions', an update on inclusionary zoning, and the 2021 consolidated financial statements. The agenda also includes responses to inquiries about the truck convoy occupation, a petition to stop heavy truck traffic in Manotick, and routine items like minutes and appointments.

• Review of tools to prohibit or prevent 'renovictions', including a potential by-law under Section 99.1 of the Municipal Act
• Inclusionary zoning status update and direction, including set-aside rates for affordable housing in Protected Major Transit Station Areas
• 2021 City of Ottawa Consolidated Financial Statements approval
• Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc. 2021 Annual Report and appointment of KPMG as auditor
• Phase One Implementation of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System, including $1.2 million for 15 new FTE positions

City Council approved the 2022 Affordable Housing Capital Strategy, allocating $19.2 million to support new affordable housing, including $10 million for Ottawa Community Housing's 818 Gladstone Avenue project and up to $7.2 million for Nepean Housing Corporation's Dunbar Court development. Council also approved the Phase One implementation of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System, creating up to 15 new positions and directing municipal child care centres to opt in. Several zoning amendments were approved, including a nine-storey mixed-use building at 70 Richmond Road and 376 Island Park Drive, and a 22-storey hotel and apartment building at 126 York Street and 151 George Street.

• Approved $19.2M affordable housing capital allocation, including $10M for 818 Gladstone Ave (Rochester Heights Phase 2) and up to $7.2M for Dunbar Court (carried)
• Approved Phase One of Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System, creating up to 15 FTE positions and directing municipal child care centres to opt in (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 70 Richmond Rd and 376 Island Park Dr to permit nine-storey mixed-use building (carried, Leiper dissenting)
• Approved zoning amendment for 126 York St and 151 George St to permit 22-storey hotel and apartment building (carried as amended)
• Approved renoviction prevention measures, including request to Province to update Residential Tenancies Act and study of demolition control by-law (carried)
• Approved inclusionary zoning direction, including consideration of 10% set-aside for ownership housing in transit station areas (carried, Luloff, Chiarelli, Darouze dissenting)
• Approved relocation of City Registry Office at 70 Nicholas St, conditional on letter of credit and heritage permit (carried)
• Approved $600,000 compensation program for Country Hill Estates Phase 2 ditch issues (carried)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to decide on several major policy items, including tools to prevent renovictions, the introduction of inclusionary zoning, and the implementation of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System. Council will also receive reports on the 2021 financial statements, the Hydro Ottawa annual report, and an anti-racism strategy. The agenda includes responses to inquiries about the truck convoy occupation and a petition to stop heavy truck traffic through Heritage Manotick Village.

• Renoviction prevention: request province to update Residential Tenancies Act, explore demolition control by-law under Section 99.1 of Municipal Act
• Inclusionary zoning: direct staff to study 10% set-aside for ownership housing and up to 10% for rentals in Protected Major Transit Station Areas
• Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care: approve funding policy, create up to 15 FTE positions with $1.2M provincial funding, direct municipal child care centres to opt-in
• Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc.: receive 2021 annual report, approve increase of two independent directors, appoint KPMG as auditor
• 2022 budget Q1 status: approve $4.9M from Ministry of Long-Term Care for direct care time and $472.5K from Ministry of Health for ambulance communications centre

Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management

The Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management will consider several recommendations for Council, including receiving a Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessment and directing staff to develop a Climate Resiliency Strategy by Q4 2023. It will also discuss the transition to provincial blue box producer responsibility, a ravine rehabilitation project, and two motions on a fossil fuel treaty and tree protection. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and a drinking water quality report.

• Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessment (CVRA) received; staff directed to develop Climate Resiliency Strategy by Q4 2023
• 2021 Hydro Ottawa dividend surplus spending plan to be approved, amount to be determined
• Delegation of authority to negotiate agreements for Provincial Blue Box IPR transition (July 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2025)
• Ruisseau Park Ravine Rehabilitation Class Environmental Assessment approved for 30-day public review
• Motion to endorse Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and send letter to Prime Minister and Premier

Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management

The Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management is meeting to discuss and recommend actions on several environmental and infrastructure items. Key items include receiving the Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessment, approving a spending plan for Hydro Ottawa's dividend surplus, and delegating authority to negotiate agreements for the provincial Blue Box program transition. The committee will also consider motions on the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and a tree protection by-law amendment.

• Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessment (CVRA) received; staff directed to bring forward Climate Resiliency Strategy by Q4 2023
• 2021 Hydro Ottawa dividend surplus spending plan to be approved
• Authority delegated to negotiate Blue Box IPR transition agreements (July 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2025)
• Motion to endorse Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and send letters to Prime Minister and Premier
• Motion to amend Tree Protection By-law to reduce distinctive tree diameter from 50 cm to 30 cm in suburban areas

The committee recommended Council direct a comprehensive review of the anti-idling bylaw, including fines, exemptions, and enforcement, as part of the 2023-2026 By-law Review Work Plan. It also recommended Council receive the Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessment and direct staff to develop a Climate Resiliency Strategy by Q4 2023. The committee endorsed the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (6-0) and approved a motion to reduce the distinctive tree diameter threshold in suburban areas from 50 cm to 30 cm.

• Carried motion to recommend Council direct a comprehensive review of anti-idling bylaw (No. 2007-266) (unanimous)
• Carried motion to recommend Council receive Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessment and develop Climate Resiliency Strategy by Q4 2023 (unanimous)
• Carried as amended motion to recommend Council approve 2021 Hydro Ottawa Dividend Surplus Spending Plan, with wording change to 'Energy management at water facilities' (unanimous)
• Carried motion to recommend Council delegate authority to negotiate Blue Box IPR transition agreements (unanimous)
• Carried motion to recommend Council approve Ruisseau Park Ravine Rehabilitation Class EA and post Notice of Study Completion (unanimous)
• Received Drinking Water Quality Management System 2021 Management Review Report (unanimous)
• Carried motion to recommend Council endorse Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (6-0)
• Carried motion to recommend Council direct staff to consult on reducing distinctive tree diameter to 30 cm in suburban areas (unanimous)

Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to receive two informational presentations: one on the city-wide Parkland Dedication Bylaw and one on Vanier Culture in Action in Rideau-Vanier (Ward 12). The agenda also includes routine items such as declarations of interest, confirmation of minutes, and notices of motions. No decisions are scheduled; the items are for information only.

• Presentation on Parkland Dedication Bylaw (City Wide)
• Presentation on Vanier Culture in Action (Rideau-Vanier, Ward 12)
• Confirmation of Minutes 12 - February 22, 2022
• Meeting held via electronic participation (Zoom)

The committee received two staff presentations and supported recommendations on both. It endorsed proposed amendments to the Parkland Dedication Bylaw, noting they may help address the lack of parkland in the city's core. It also supported the Vanier Culture in Action project's consultations, initiatives, and action plan. No formal votes were taken; both items were received as amended by motions.

• Received Parkland Dedication Bylaw presentation and supported staff recommendations (motion)
• Received Vanier Culture in Action presentation and supported project work (motion)
• Confirmed Minutes 12 from February 22, 2022

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations on accessibility initiatives for the 2022 municipal elections and on consultation for applicable 2022 and all 2023 capital projects, and to provide feedback. The agenda also includes routine items: declarations of interest, confirmation of minutes, a response to an inquiry about public bench design, and other business.

• Presentation on accessibility initiatives for the 2022 Municipal Elections
• Consultation on 2022-2023 capital projects: exterior paths of travel (rest areas), on-street parking spaces, outdoor play spaces, recreation trails
• Response to Inquiry AAC 04-21 on rationale for design of public benches
• Confirmation of minutes from March 15 and April 12, 2022 meetings

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received two presentations for information: one on accessibility initiatives for the 2022 Municipal Elections and another on consultation for 2022/2023 capital projects (exterior paths, on-street parking, outdoor play spaces, recreation trails). No substantive decisions were made; the items were received as presented.

• Received presentation on accessibility initiatives for 2022 Municipal Elections
• Received presentation on consultation for 2022/2023 capital projects
• Confirmed minutes of March 15, 2022 (carried)
• Confirmed special meeting minutes of April 12, 2022 (carried)

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health is meeting to receive and consider several reports, including a presentation on preliminary findings from a third-party review of Ottawa Public Health's pandemic response, the 2021 annual report, a strategic plan update, and a Q1 budget status report. The board will also receive verbal reports from the Chair and Medical Officer of Health, and consider confirming the minutes of the previous meeting.

• Presentation by Dr. Paul Gully on third-party review of pandemic response (preliminary findings)
• Ottawa Public Health 2021 Annual Report to be received and forwarded to City Council
• Ottawa Public Health's Strategic Plan 2019-2022 – Q1 2022 update
• 2022 Operating and Capital Budget Q1 status report
• Confirmation By-law no. 2022-4 to confirm proceedings of the June 20, 2022 meeting

The Ottawa Board of Health received Dr. Paul Gully's preliminary findings on the third-party review of Ottawa Public Health's pandemic response, along with the 2021 Annual Report, Q1 2022 strategic plan update, and Q1 budget status report. The Board also approved forwarding the Annual Report to City Council and carried an in-camera item on appointing an Associate Medical Officer of Health. All items were received or carried as recorded.

• Received Dr. Paul Gully's presentation on pandemic response review (information only)
• Received Chair's verbal report (information only)
• Received Medical Officer of Health verbal report (information only)
• Approved forwarding 2021 Annual Report to City Council (carried)
• Received Strategic Plan 2019-2022 Q1 update (information only)
• Received 2022 Q1 budget status report (information only)
• Carried in-camera appointment of Associate Medical Officer of Health (on consent)
• Adopted all reports via Motion BOH 24/3 (carried)

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee will consider several heritage matters, including adopting a Heritage Conservation District Plan for Centretown and Minto Park, adding properties to the Heritage Register, and deciding on designations and alterations for specific properties. The committee will also receive updates on Somerset House and status of inquiries.

• Adopt Heritage Conservation District Plan for Centretown and Minto Park (ACS2022-PIE-RHU-0020)
• Add properties to City of Ottawa Heritage Register (ACS2022-PIE-RHU-0019)
• Decide on designation of 501 Cole Avenue (ACS2022-PIE-RHU-0028)
• Approve demolition and new triplex at 182 Murray Street (ACS2022-PIE-RHU-0027)
• Approve relocation of City Registry Office at 70 Nicholas Street (ACS2022-PIE-RHU-0026)

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee recommended Council adopt the Heritage Conservation District Plan for Centretown and Minto Park, including directing staff to update the Landmark Buildings Policy and register the designation by-law on title. The committee also approved adding 52 properties to the Heritage Register, recommended designating 501 Cole Avenue and the Hart Massey House, and approved several heritage permits for alterations and demolitions. All recommendations will go to City Council on July 6, 2022, except the 501 Cole Avenue report, which goes to Planning Committee on June 23, 2022.

• Adopted Heritage Conservation District Plan for Centretown and Minto Park (carried)
• Approved adding 52 properties to Heritage Register, removing 3 for further review (carried)
• Replaced staff recommendation to not designate 501 Cole Avenue; recommended designation (carried)
• Approved demolition and new triplex at 182 Murray Street (carried)
• Approved relocation of City Registry Office at 70 Nicholas Street, with conditions (carried)
• Approved alteration at 475 Oakhill Road (carried)
• Recommended designation of Hart Massey House, 400 Lansdowne Road, with added view attribute (carried)
• Received update on Somerset House and status of inquiries (received)

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee will consider several heritage-related items, including adopting a Heritage Conservation District Plan for Centretown and Minto Park, adding 52 properties to the Heritage Register, and deciding on designations and alterations for specific properties. The agenda includes recommendations on demolitions, relocations, and designations, with some items subject to amendments.

• Adopt Heritage Conservation District Plan for Centretown and Minto Park
• Add 52 properties to Heritage Register (amended from 55)
• Designate 501 Cole Avenue under Part IV of Ontario Heritage Act (amended)
• Approve demolition and new triplex at 182 Murray Street
• Relocate City Registry Office at 70 Nicholas Street for 21-storey development

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee recommended Council adopt the Heritage Conservation District Plan for Centretown and Minto Park, and approved several heritage designations and permits. It also amended the Heritage Register list to remove three properties for further review, and recommended designating 501 Cole Avenue and the Hart Massey House. All recommendations will go to Council on July 6, 2022.

• Carried recommendation to adopt Centretown and Minto Park Heritage Conservation District Plan
• Carried as amended: added 52 properties to Heritage Register, removing 100 Riverdale Ave, 1152 St. Pierre St, 1898 Châine Ct
• Carried as amended: recommended designating 501 Cole Ave under Part IV of Ontario Heritage Act
• Received update on Somerset House, 352 Somerset St W for information
• Approved demolition and new triplex at 182 Murray St
• Approved relocation of City Registry Office at 70 Nicholas St, with conditions
• Approved alterations at 475 Oakhill Rd
• Carried as amended: recommended designating Hart Massey House, 400 Lansdowne Rd, including McKay Lake view

Special Joint Meeting of the Planning Committee and the Community and Protective Services Committee

Ottawa's Planning Committee and Community and Protective Services Committee meet jointly to discuss two city-wide items. They will consider recommending Council ask the Province to update legislation to prevent renovictions, and direct staff to study a demolition-control by-law. They will also receive an update on inclusionary zoning and direct staff to pursue implementation in 2023.

• Review of tools to prohibit or prevent renovictions, including a request to the Province to update the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006
• Direction to explore a by-law under Section 99.1 of the Municipal Act to prohibit demolition/conversion of rental housing with 6+ units without a permit
• Inclusionary zoning status update and direction to proceed with Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 2023
• Framework and Guiding Principles for Inclusionary Zoning in Ottawa document
• Map of Protected Major Transit Station Areas (PMTSAs) attached

The joint committee recommended Council ask the Province to update tenant protections against renovictions and directed staff to study a demolition-control by-law for rental housing. It also recommended moving forward with inclusionary zoning in 2023, with amendments setting minimum affordable set-aside rates and directing further study. Both reports were carried with amendments; the inclusionary zoning item had dissent from Chair Luloff.

• Recommended Council request Province update Residential Tenancies Act to prevent renovictions (carried)
• Directed staff to study demolition-control by-law for 6+ unit rentals, report by Q2 2023 (carried)
• Directed legal review of ACORN's opinion on municipal renoviction powers (carried)
• Directed staff to assess tenant relief tools like 1:1 replacement and right of first refusal (carried)
• Recommended Council receive inclusionary zoning status update and proceed with 2023 implementation (carried, with dissent)
• Amended inclusionary zoning to consider 10% set-aside for ownership and up to 10% for rentals (carried)
• Directed staff to study 20% set-aside for condos and accessible units in inclusionary zoning (carried)
• Recommended Council request Province expand inclusionary zoning beyond transit areas (carried)

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to receive staff presentations on three city-wide topics: a climate risk and vulnerability assessment, an update on the Energy Evolution program, and an update on the Solid Waste Master Plan. All three items are for information and discussion only, with no decisions scheduled. The agenda also includes routine items like declarations of interest, confirmation of minutes, and adjournment.

• Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment staff presentation (20 minutes, city-wide)
• Energy Evolution program update (20 minutes, city-wide)
• Solid Waste Master Plan update (20 minutes, city-wide)
• Confirmation of minutes from May 19, 2022 meeting

Joint Meeting of the Planning Committee and Community and Protective Services Committee

The joint Planning and Community and Protective Services Committees are reviewing measures to protect tenants from renovictions. They are also discussing a status update and future direction for inclusionary zoning in Ottawa.

• Recommendation to request provincial legislative changes to the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 to prevent renovictions
• Proposal to explore a by-law prohibiting certain demolitions or conversions of residential housing with six or more units without a permit
• Direction for staff to study implementation strategies for inclusionary zoning in 2023

The joint Planning and Community and Protective Services Committee recommended Council adopt a package of measures to prevent 'renovictions' and move forward with inclusionary zoning. The committee carried a report asking the province to update tenant protection legislation and directing staff to study a demolition-control by-law. It also endorsed a framework for inclusionary zoning with amendments directing staff to consider specific set-aside rates, accessibility, and affordability periods.

• Carried report recommending province update Residential Tenancies Act to prevent renovictions (unanimous)
• Directed legal staff to review ACORN's legal opinion on municipal powers to regulate renovictions (carried)
• Directed staff to assess tenant relief tools like 1:1 replacement and right of first refusal (carried)
• Carried inclusionary zoning framework with amendments on set-aside rates and feasibility (carried, with dissent from Chair Luloff)
• Directed staff to consider 10% set-aside for ownership and up to 10% for rentals in PMTSAs (carried)
• Directed staff to study 20% set-aside for owner-occupied condos (carried)
• Directed staff to study accessible units and renoviction limits for long-term rentals (carried)
• Requested letter to province to expand inclusionary zoning beyond PMTSAs (carried)

Community and Protective Services Committee

The Community and Protective Services Committee will consider a report on Phase One implementation of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System, recommending approval of a funding policy, creation of up to 15 full-time equivalent positions with $1.2 million in provincial funding, and directing municipal child-care centres to opt in and adjust fees. The committee will also receive responses to inquiries about families in hotels, ambulance level-zero events, and the truck convoy's impact, plus a status update on outstanding motions. The agenda includes routine items like minutes confirmation and an information report on 2021 delegated authority for recreation and cultural services.

• Approve Funding Policy Statement for Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System
• Create up to 15 FTE positions with $1.2M provincial funding for child-care system
• Direct municipal child-care centres to opt in and adjust user fees
• Responses to inquiries on families in hotels/motels, ambulance level-zero, truck convoy impact
• Information report on 2021 delegated authority for recreation, cultural, facility services

The committee voted 8-0 to recommend Council approve the Phase One implementation of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System, including a funding policy, delegation of authority to the Director of Children's Services, creation of up to 15 full-time equivalent positions funded by $1.2 million in provincial money, and directing municipal child care centres to opt in and adjust fees. The committee also referred three inquiry responses to Council and received a status update on inquiries and motions.

• Approved Phase One child care implementation recommendations (8-0)
• Approved creation of up to 15 FTE positions with $1.2M provincial funding (8-0)
• Directed municipal child care centres to opt in to Canada-Wide system (8-0)
• Referred three inquiry responses to Council for June 22 agenda
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on June 15, 2022, to consider six applications for minor variances and consents (subdivisions) at residential properties across several wards. The committee will decide on requests to adjust setbacks, lot areas, and heights for new dwellings and coach houses. Public participation is via Zoom or written comments.

• 5 Cobalt: increased front yard setback and reduced rear yard setback for a new three-storey detached dwelling
• 308 Atlantis: subdivision into two parcels for a new two-storey detached dwelling with reduced lot areas and setbacks (two applications)
• 12 West Presland: increased footprint and height for a new coach house
• 176 Carleton: subdivision into two parcels for a new semi-detached dwelling with reduced lot widths and areas (two applications)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to receive information updates on three specific items. No decisions or motions for consideration are listed in the agenda.

• High Performance Development Standard update
• Better Buildings Ottawa Strategy update
• Better Homes Loan Program update

The Planning Advisory Committee received informational updates on the High-Performance Development Standard, Better Buildings Ottawa Strategy, and Better Homes Loan Program. No formal decisions were made; the committee lost quorum and adjourned at 7:42 pm, with informal discussion continuing afterward.

• Received High-Performance Development Standard update for information
• Received Better Buildings Ottawa Strategy update for information
• Received Better Homes Loan Program update for information
• Confirmed Minutes 7 – November 10, 2021
• Confirmed Minutes 8 – March 2, 2022

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 will hold electronic hearings for several development applications. The agenda includes various property requests across Wards 13, 15, and 17.

• Application for 5 Cobalt (Ward 17)
• Applications for 308 Atlantis (Ward 15)
• Application for 12 West Presland (Ward 13)
• Applications for 176 Carleton (Ward 15)
• Application for 77A, 77B Kenora (Ward 13)

Transit Commission

The Ottawa Transit Commission is meeting to receive updates on Confederation Line and bus service, and Para Transpo. They will also review a report on contracts awarded in 2021 and consider recommendations on closing capital projects and adjusting budgets, including returning funds to reserves.

• Delegation of Authority report on contracts awarded Jan 1–Dec 31, 2021
• Capital adjustments and closing of projects, including returning $2,724,153 to Transit Capital Supported Reserve
• Return $188,877 to Provincial Gas Tax and ($1,731,007) to Development Charge Reserve
• Confederation Line and Bus Service Update presentation
• Para Transpo Service verbal update

The Transit Commission met on June 15, 2022, and received several reports for information, including a delegation of authority contracts report and a capital adjustments and closing of projects report. The commission also received updates on Confederation Line and bus service, and Para Transpo service. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received or carried unanimously.

• Confirmed minutes of May 18, 2022 (10-0)
• Received Confederation Line and Bus Service Update (10-0)
• Received Para Transpo Service Verbal Update (10-0)
• Received Delegation of Authority Contracts Awarded for 2021 report (10-0)
• Received Capital Adjustments and Closing of Projects report (10-0)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is holding a hearing to consider several applications for property subdivisions, lot severances, and minor variances. The agenda includes requests to create new residential lots and modify existing property boundaries across multiple wards.

• Severance of 2164 Old Birch into two parcels for one new residential lot
• Subdivision of 3561 Donnelly into two parcels for residential development
• Severance of two new lots at 2977 Greenland for residential development
• Proposed construction of two three-unit dwellings at 1268 Carp with reduced setbacks and parking
• Severance of the southwest corner of 7901 Mitch Owens into two parcels

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding an electronic hearing on June 15, 2022, to consider six applications for minor variances and consents (subdivisions) at four properties in Ottawa. The applications involve requests to subdivide properties and construct semi-detached dwellings with reduced lot dimensions and setbacks. The meeting is open to public participation via Zoom and YouTube.

• 75 Aylen: consent and variance applications to subdivide into four lots for two semi-detached dwellings with reduced lot widths, side yards, and increased building height
• 848 Norton: consent application to subdivide property into two parcels
• 326 Frontenac: consent and variance applications to subdivide into three lots for three semi-detached dwellings with reduced lot widths, lot areas, and rear yards
• 1128 Parisien: variance application to permit reduced lot areas, front/rear yard setbacks, and setbacks for front-facing garages for a new semi-detached dwelling

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 will hold an electronic hearing on June 15, 2022, to consider 13 applications for minor variances and consents across several wards. The agenda lists properties in West Carleton-March, Cumberland, Rideau-Goulbourn, Stittsville, and Osgoode, including several adjourned from earlier meetings. Public participation is available via Zoom and written comments.

• 2164 Old Birch (Ward 5) - application D08-01-22/B-00163
• 4348 Dunning (Ward 19) - application D08-01-22/B-00116
• 3561 Donnelly (Ward 21) - application D08-01-22/B-00148
• 2977 Greenland (Ward 5) - applications D08-01-22/B-00150 & B-00151
• 1268 Carp (Ward 6) - adjourned applications for consent and variance

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hold an electronic hearing to review several applications for property variances and plan amendments. The agenda includes hearings for properties in Wards 7, 11, and 12.

• 75 Aylen (Ward 7-Bay) applications
• 848 Norton (Ward 7-Bay) application
• 326 Frontenac (Ward 12-Rideau-Vanier) applications
• 1128 Parisien (Ward 11-Beacon Hill-Cyrville) application

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission is reviewing requests to close specific capital projects and approve budget adjustments. The meeting also includes updates on the Confederation Line, bus services, and Para Transpo.

• Authorization to close listed capital projects and approve budget adjustments
• Proposed return of $2,724,153 to the Transit Capital Supported Reserve
• Proposed return of $188,877 from the Provincial Gas Tax
• Proposed adjustment of ($1,731,007) to the Development Charge Reserve
• Report on contracts awarded between January 1, 2021, and December 31, 2021

The Transit Commission received updates on Confederation Line and bus service, Para Transpo, and a report on contracts awarded in 2021. It approved capital adjustments and closing of projects, with specific fund balances returned to reserves. An inquiry was raised about ridership forecasts for federal public servants and post-secondary students.

• Approved capital adjustments and closing of projects (Carried)
• Received Confederation Line and bus service update for information
• Received Para Transpo verbal update for information
• Received delegation of authority contracts report with direction to staff on bench purchase
• Inquiry filed on ridership forecast for federal public servants and students

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is considering the development of two new library branches in South Nepean. The proposal includes a 15,000 square foot facility in Riverside South and a 30,000 square foot facility in Barrhaven.

• Riverside South branch development with estimated funding of $12,772,140
• Barrhaven branch development with identified $6.5 million in Development Charges
• Approval of 11.54 full-time equivalent staff positions at an estimated $950,000
• Amendments to the Intellectual Freedom Position Statement
• Decommissioning of the Rideauview bookmobile stop and Ruth E. Dickinson branch upon new openings

The Ottawa Public Library Board approved the development of two new branches: a 15,000 sq ft Riverside South branch with $12.77M in funding and 11.54 FTEs, and a 30,000 sq ft Barrhaven branch with $6.5M in DCs. The Board also approved amendments to the Intellectual Freedom Position Statement, removing content filtering for legal content and adding an appeals process. The draft Facilities Framework was received and tabled for public engagement.

• Approved Riverside South branch development, 15,000 sq ft, $12,772,140 funding (carried)
• Approved Barrhaven branch development, 30,000 sq ft, $6.5M in DCs (carried)
• Approved decommissioning Rideauview bookmobile stop and Ruth E. Dickinson branch upon new branch openings (carried)
• Approved amendments to Intellectual Freedom Position Statement, including removing content filtering for legal content (carried)
• Received and tabled draft Facilities Framework for public engagement (received and tabled)
• Directed staff to explore live public engagement session for Facilities Framework (staff direction)

Audit Committee

The Ottawa Audit Committee is meeting to review and recommend approval of the 2021 consolidated financial statements and the 2021 sinking fund financial statements. The committee will also receive several Office of the Auditor General reports, including a cybersecurity investigation report, an audit charter, a semi-annual follow-up report, and other audit, review, and investigation reports. One item will be discussed in camera due to security concerns.

• Cybersecurity Investigation Report (ACS2022-OAG-BVG-0004) - recommend Council approve recommendations
• 2021 City of Ottawa Consolidated Financial Statements (ACS2022-FSD-FIN-0008) - recommend Council approve
• Sinking Fund Financial Statements 2021 (ACS2022-FSD-FIN-0007) - recommend Council approve
• OAG Audit Charter (ACS2022-OAG-BVG-0005) - recommend Council receive
• OAG Semi-Annual Report on Follow-Up Procedures (ACS2022-OAG-BVG-0006) - recommend Council receive

The Audit Committee received the Office of the Auditor General's Cybersecurity Investigation Report and recommended Council consider and approve its recommendations. The report was discussed in camera and will not be publicly reported. The committee also recommended Council approve the 2021 consolidated financial statements and the 2021 sinking fund financial statements, and received the OAG Audit Charter and semi-annual follow-up report.

• Received OAG Cybersecurity Investigation Report and recommended Council approval (carried)
• Recommended Council approve 2021 Consolidated Financial Statements (carried)
• Recommended Council approve 2021 Sinking Fund Financial Statements (carried)
• Recommended Council receive OAG Audit Charter (carried)
• Recommended Council receive OAG Semi-Annual Report on Follow-up Procedures (carried)
• Received OAG Audit, Review and Investigation Reports (carried)

Planning Committee

The committee is reviewing a capital strategy to allocate $19,200,000 for affordable housing, including funds for Ottawa Community Housing and Nepean Housing Corporation. The agenda also includes several site plan and zoning amendments for residential and commercial developments.

• $19,200,000 allocation for affordable housing via City capital and OPHI funding
• $10,000,000 allocated to Ottawa Community Housing for 818 Gladstone Avenue
• Up to $7,200,000 for Nepean Housing Corporation at Dunbar Court
• Site plan control for three warehouses at 2020 Walkley Road and 2935 Conroy Road
• Zoning amendment for a nine-storey mixed-use building at 70 Richmond Road

The Planning Committee carried the 2022 Affordable Housing Capital Strategy, allocating $19.2 million to support new affordable housing, including $10 million for Ottawa Community Housing at 818 Gladstone Avenue and up to $7.2 million for Nepean Housing Corporation at Dunbar Court. The committee also endorsed several zoning and official plan amendments, including a nine-storey mixed-use building at 70 Richmond Road and 376 Island Park Drive, and a 22-storey hotel and apartment building at 126 York Street and 151 George Street. A motion to require a fully segregated cycling facility along Conroy Road was lost (1-9), but a compromise requiring cycling ride-overs was carried.

• Approved $19.2M affordable housing capital strategy (carried as amended, with Councillor Menard dissenting on recommendation 1.c)
• Endorsed site plan for three warehouses at 2020 Walkley Road and 2935 Conroy Road (carried as amended)
• Lost motion to require fully segregated cycling facility along Conroy Road (1-9)
• Carried motion requiring cycling ride-overs at Conroy Road entrances (carried, with Councillor Curry dissenting)
• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for nine-storey building at 70 Richmond Road and 376 Island Park Drive (carried as amended, with Councillor Leiper dissenting)
• Approved heritage alteration for Champlain Oil Company Service Station at 70 Richmond Road (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 33 stacked townhouse units at 2385 Tenth Line Road (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise apartment at 1435 and 1455 Morisset Avenue (carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee recommended Council approve a $19.2 million affordable housing capital strategy, allocating funds to specific projects and programs, with one councillor dissenting on a private-sector RFP component. The committee also endorsed several zoning and site plan applications, including a warehouse development on Walkley and Conroy Roads, with a condition for cycling ride-overs. All items are recommendations to Council for final approval on June 22, 2022.

• Approved $19.2M affordable housing capital strategy (carried, with S. Menard dissenting on private RFP)
• Approved site plan for three warehouses at 2020 Walkley Rd & 2935 Conroy Rd, with cycling ride-overs condition (carried, C. Curry dissenting)
• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for 9-storey building at 70 Richmond Rd & 376 Island Park Dr (carried, J. Leiper dissenting)
• Approved heritage alteration for Champlain Oil Company Service Station at 70 Richmond Rd (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 33 stacked townhouse units at 2385 Tenth Line Rd (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise apartment at 1435 & 1455 Morisset Ave (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 22-storey hotel/apartment at 126 York St & 151 George St (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for retail store and drive-through at 706 March Rd (carried)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is deciding on several major items, including the Lansdowne Partnership Sustainability Plan (Lansdowne 2.0) with a new event centre and 1,200 housing units, a new Vacant Property By-law with fees, a 10% taxicab meter rate increase, and a motion to expand renewable energy on city roofs. Council will also receive reports on the Integrity Commissioner, Ottawa Community Housing, and crime prevention, and consider a demolition application for two heritage-designated properties on Wilbrod Street.

• Lansdowne 2.0: new Event Centre, 100,000 sq ft retail, 1,200 housing units, 10% affordable housing target for air rights
• Vacant Property By-law: new permit fees, $25 per subdivision lot/block, exemptions for owners in care, civic numbering requirements
• Taxicab tariff increase of 10% effective June 11, 2022; insurance requirement raised to $2,000,000 for vehicle-for-hire licensees
• Demolition of 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street (Sandy Hill West Heritage Conservation District) approved conditionally
• Motion to lease solar rooftops on at least 3 city facilities and explore community net metering with Hydro Ottawa

Council approved the Lansdowne Partnership Sustainability Plan (Lansdowne 2.0), including a new Event Centre, 1,200 new housing units, and a $332.6 million budget authority, after rejecting motions to defer it for further public consultation. Council also approved a new Vacant Property By-law, a 10% taxicab meter rate increase, and several zoning amendments. A motion to increase the affordable housing target at Lansdowne from 10% to 20% was defeated.

• Approved Lansdowne 2.0 revitalization plan with $332.6M budget authority (17-7)
• Approved new Vacant Property By-law with permit fees and enforcement staff (1 dissenting)
• Approved 10% taxicab meter rate increase effective June 11, 2022
• Approved $2M commercial general liability insurance for vehicle-for-hire, effective Sept 1, 2022
• Approved demolition of 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street in Sandy Hill West Heritage District
• Approved zoning amendments for multiple properties including 18 Louisa St, 180 Kanata Ave, and 311 Somerset St W
• Approved revised Barrhaven LRT alignment to avoid displacing tenants of Manor Village and Cheryl Gardens
• Approved 30 km/h speed limit zones in Capital Ward and Old Ottawa East

Finance and Economic Development Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Committee will consider several reports, including a proposed Anti-Racism Strategy, Q1 budget status with provincial funding approvals, and multiple brownfield redevelopment grants. It will also review lease agreements, investment activities, capital project closures, and an accessibility plan update. The meeting is held electronically.

• Approve Anti-Racism Strategy (ACS2022-CSS-GEN-012)
• Approve $4.9M from Ministry of Long-Term Care for direct care time and $472.5K from Ministry of Health for Ottawa Central Ambulance Communications Centre, adding one FTE in Paramedic Services
• Approve $1M one-time funding for Climate Change Master Plan as part of capital adjustments
• Approve brownfield grants: $621,497 for 1098 Ogilvie Road/1178 Cummings Avenue, $333,706 for 18 Hamilton Avenue North, $4,332,150 for 1335 and 1339 Bank Street
• Approve land exchange to acquire Nantes Wood, including sale of 5432 Innes Road to Provence Orleans Realty Investments Inc.

The Finance and Economic Development Committee recommended Council approve the Anti-Racism Strategy, 2022 budget Q1 adjustments including provincial funding for long-term care and paramedic services, and several capital project closures. It also approved three brownfield redevelopment grants and a land exchange to acquire Nantes Wood. All recommendations will go to Council on June 22, 2022.

• Approved Anti-Racism Strategy (recommended to Council)
• Approved $4.9M long-term care funding and $472.5K paramedic funding for 2022 budget (recommended)
• Approved capital adjustments and closing projects, including $1M for Climate Change Master Plan
• Approved land exchange to acquire Nantes Wood (5432 Innes Rd) from Provence Orleans Realty
• Approved brownfield grant for 1098 Ogilvie Rd & 1178 Cummings Ave (up to $621,497)
• Approved brownfield grant for 18 Hamilton Ave N (up to $333,706)
• Approved brownfield grant for 1335 & 1339 Bank St (up to $4,332,150)
• Received 2021 procurement year in review and other information reports

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee approved, as amended, a site plan control application for 325, 327, and 333 Montreal Road, 334 Montfort Street, and 273 Ste. Anne Avenue, allowing a low-rise building with residential care facility and shelter uses. The approval was carried 9 yeas to 1 nay, with amendments adding conditions on driveway access, buffering, sidewalks, and parking restrictions. The committee also issued directions to staff regarding agreements with the Salvation Army and future funding negotiations.

• Approved site plan for 325, 327, 333 Montreal Rd, 334 Montfort St, 273 Ste. Anne Ave (9-1)
• Amended recommendation to approve subject to minor revisions by Director of Planning Services
• Added General Manager's memo and appendices as Document 13 to the staff report
• Replaced Document 4 with revised conditions including driveway, buffer, and sidewalk requirements
• Restricted rear parking lot (27 spaces) to employees and service providers only
• Directed staff to write to Salvation Army regarding Vanier BIA agreement and Indigenous lens on safety
• Directed Housing staff to negotiate future funding agreements with conditions (e.g., max 99 shelter beds, 24/7 security)
• Withdrew motions on bed count clarification and public art conditions

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is considering a Site Plan Control application for several properties on Montreal Road, Montfort Street, and Ste. Anne Avenue. The proposal involves developing a low-rise building to be used as a shelter and a residential care facility.

• Site Plan Control application for 325, 327, and 333 Montreal Road, 334 Montfort Street, and 273 Ste. Anne Avenue

The Planning Committee approved a site plan for a low-rise building at 325, 327, and 333 Montreal Road, 334 Montfort Street, and 273 Ste. Anne Avenue, which will include a residential care facility and a shelter. The approval was carried with amendments, including conditions on driveway access, buffering, sidewalks, and parking restrictions. The committee also directed staff to request an agreement with the Vanier BIA and to incorporate Indigenous and safety measures in future funding agreements.

• Approved site plan for Salvation Army facility (9-1)
• Amended recommendation to 'approve, subject to minor revisions' (carried)
• Added General Manager's memo as Document 13 (carried)
• Replaced Document 4 with revised conditions 27-31 (carried)
• Required driveway access, buffer, and sidewalk conditions (carried)
• Restricted rear parking to employees and service providers (carried)
• Amended recommendation to include Document 3 (carried)
• Directed staff to request agreement with Vanier BIA (accepted)

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will consider five zoning by-law amendments that would prohibit residential development on retained agricultural lands at specific rural properties. The committee will also recommend appointing an engineer to study a municipal drain connection. A report on the Ottawa Rural Clean Water Program's 2021 annual report is listed for information only.

• Zoning amendment for 201 and 221 Hughson Place to prohibit residential development and create exception zones for reduced lot widths
• Zoning amendment for part of 2441 Diamondview Road to prohibit residential development on retained agricultural lands
• Zoning amendment for part of 2793 River Road to prohibit residential development on retained agricultural lands
• Zoning amendment for part of 2881 Blanchfield Road to prohibit residential development
• Zoning amendment for part of 3943 Nixon Drive to prohibit residential land use

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee recommended Council approve zoning by-law amendments for five rural properties to prohibit residential development on retained agricultural lands. The committee also recommended appointing an engineer to study the Hewitt Branch of the Faulkner Municipal Drain. All recommendations were carried and will go to Council on June 8, 2022.

• Recommended zoning amendment for 201 and 221 Hughson Place to prohibit residential development (carried)
• Recommended zoning amendment for part of 2441 Diamondview Road to prohibit residential development (carried)
• Recommended zoning amendment for part of 2793 River Road to prohibit residential development (carried)
• Recommended zoning amendment for part of 2881 Blanchfield Road to prohibit residential development (carried)
• Recommended zoning amendment for part of 3943 Nixon Drive to prohibit residential land use (carried)
• Recommended appointing Andy Robinson, P. Eng of Robinson Consultants Inc. as engineer for Hewitt Branch of Faulkner Municipal Drain (carried)

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is reviewing multiple requests to amend the Zoning By-law to prevent residential use on specific agricultural lands. The committee is also considering the appointment of an engineer for the Hewitt Branch of the Faulkner Municipal Drain.

• Zoning amendment for 201 and 221 Hughson Place to prohibit residential development
• Zoning amendment for part of 2441 Diamondview Road to prohibit residential development
• Zoning amendment for part of 2793 River Road to prohibit residential development
• Zoning amendment for part of 2881 Blanchfield Road to prohibit residential development
• Appointment of Andy Robinson, P. Eng as Engineer of record for Hewitt Branch of the Faulkner Municipal Drain

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding an electronic hearing on June 1, 2022, to consider 10 applications for minor variances and consents at properties across several wards. The agenda lists each application by address and file number, with supporting documents attached. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; it only outlines the items to be heard.

• 2183 Fox (Ward 7-Bay) – application D08-02-22/A-00114
• 1138 Snow (Ward 11-Beacon Hill-Cyrville) – applications D08-02-22/A-00115 and A-00116
• 7 Kemp (Ward 10-Gloucester-Southgate) – application D08-01-22/B-00123
• 2218 Boyer (Ward 2-Innes) – applications D08-01-22/B-00143 and D08-02-22/A-00122, A-00123
• 422 Hartleigh (Ward 7-Bay) – applications D08-01-22/B-00124, B-00125 and D08-02-22/A-00111, A-00112

Debenture Committee

The Debenture Committee is meeting to consider a by-law that would authorize the issuance of a $200 million debenture. The committee will also review minutes from the January 25, 2022, meeting.

• By-Law to Authorize a $200 Million Debenture Issue (ACS2022-FSD-FIN-0006)

Debenture Committee

The Debenture Committee authorized a $200 million debenture issue under the City of Ottawa Green Debenture Framework, enacting By-law 2022-166. The committee also confirmed the minutes from January 25, 2022, and enacted a confirmation by-law (2022-167) for the meeting's proceedings. All motions were carried.

• Authorized $200M debenture issue (carried)
• Enacted By-law 2022-166 for $200M borrowing (carried)
• Enacted By-law 2022-167 to confirm proceedings (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of January 25, 2022

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 held an electronic hearing on June 1, 2022, to consider eight applications for minor variances, consents, and severances. Five applications were adjourned to later dates, and the remaining applications were heard, including requests for property conveyances, a subdivision, and variances for reduced setbacks and lot coverage. The meeting was held online due to COVID-19.

• Adjourned to July 6, 2022: 175 Rivington (D08-01-22/B-00145) and 173 Rivington (D08-01-21/B-00072-B-00074 & D08-01-22/B-00146-B-00147, D08-02-21/A-00029 & D08-02-22/A-00130)
• Adjourned to June 15, 2022: 6117 James Bell (D08-02-22/A-00129) and 2393 8th Line (D08-01-22/B-00134)
• Heard: 131 Lemon Leaf (D08-02-21/A-00396, D08-02-22/A-00092-A-00095) – Claridge Homes to permit reduced lot area and front-yard air conditioner for five six-unit townhouse blocks
• Heard: 3381 Greenland (D08-01-22/B-00149) – subdivision into two parcels
• Heard: 4599 Mohr's (D08-02-22/A-00102) – reduced setback from Mineral Extraction Zone for a detached dwelling

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 will hold a hearing on June 1, 2022, to consider various property applications. The session includes both new applications and items adjourned from previous meetings.

• Hearing for 175 Rivington (Ward 5)
• Hearing for 131-159 Lemon Leaf (Ward 20)
• Hearing for 6117 James Bell (Ward 21)
• Hearing for 2393 8th Line (Ward 20)
• Hearing for 3381 Greenland (Ward 5)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on June 1, 2022, to consider 15 applications for minor variances and other permissions at properties across Ottawa. The agenda lists applications for addresses such as 434 Fraser, 245-247 Percy, 250 Rochester, 610 Wavell, 476 Wilbrod, 86 James, 50 Gilmour, 107 Prince Albert, 284 Churchill N., 576 Brunel, and 41E & 41F Stirling. Several items were adjourned from earlier meetings. The hearing is held by electronic participation due to COVID-19, with public participation via Zoom and YouTube.

• 15 property variance applications heard, including 434 Fraser, 245-247 Percy, 250 Rochester, 610 Wavell, 476 Wilbrod, 86 James, 50 Gilmour, 107 Prince Albert, 284 Churchill N., 576 Brunel, 41E & 41F Stirling
• Multiple applications for 245-247 Percy (D08-01-22/B-00049, D08-02-22/A-00041, A-00042) and 250 Rochester (D08-01-22/B-00144, D08-02-22/A-00124)
• Adjourned items: 86 James (from April 20, 2022), 50 Gilmour and 107 Prince Albert (from May 18, 2022), 284 Churchill N. (from October 6, 2021 and May 18, 2022), 576 Brunel (from May 4 and 18, 2022), 41E & 41F Stirling (from April 6 and May 4 and 18, 2022)
• Hearing held by electronic participation due to COVID-19; public can watch on YouTube or participate via Zoom
• Public comments must be submitted by noon the Monday before the hearing; registration to speak by 4 p.m. the Monday before

Information Technology Sub-Committee

The Information Technology Sub-Committee is meeting to receive informational updates on the 2022 IT work plan, connectivity directions, and the 2022 open data update. The committee will also hold a closed in-camera session for a confidential verbal update on cyber security and the external threat landscape. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; all three reports are for information only.

• Information Technology Services 2022 Work Plan Update (ACS2022-ICS-ITS-0002)
• Update on Connectivity Directions (ACS2022-ICS-ST-0002), including list of public Wi-Fi locations
• Open Data Update 2022 (ACS2022-ICS-ST-0001)
• In-camera item: Technology Security Update on cyber security and external threat landscape

The Information Technology Sub-Committee received three reports for information: the 2022 IT Services work plan update, an update on connectivity directions, and the 2022 open data update. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received as information only. The committee also moved in camera for a confidential cyber security update, which will not be reported out.

• Received IT Services 2022 work plan update (for information)
• Received update on connectivity directions (for information)
• Received open data update 2022 (for information)
• Moved in camera for confidential cyber security update (carried)

Information Technology Sub-Committee

The Information Technology Sub-Committee is meeting to receive updates on the 2022 IT work plan, connectivity directions, and open data initiatives. All three reports are for information only, with no decisions expected. The meeting also includes a confidential in-camera session on technology security.

• Information Technology Services 2022 Work Plan Update (ACS2022-ICS-ITS-0002)
• Update on Connectivity Directions, including public Wi-Fi locations list (ACS2022-ICS-ST-0002)
• Open Data Update 2022 (ACS2022-ICS-ST-0001)
• In-camera item: Technology Security Update (confidential, not to be reported out)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee approved the revised Barrhaven LRT alignment between Knoxdale Road and the Nepean Sportsplex to avoid displacing tenants of Manor Village and Cheryl Gardens, and directed staff to finalize the design and conduct public consultation. It also approved the Statement of Work for the Ottawa Hospital Connection to Dow's Lake Station EA study, with amendments to assess funding options and add specific community groups to consultations. The Bank Street Active Transportation and Transit Operations Feasibility Study scoping document was approved, and speed reductions in Capital Ward were recommended to Council. All items were carried.

• Approved revised Barrhaven LRT alignment (Knoxdale Road to Nepean Sportsplex) to avoid displacing tenants (Carried)
• Approved Statement of Work for Ottawa Hospital Connection to Dow's Lake Station EA study (Carried)
• Approved amendment to assess funding for weather-protected accessible connection without municipal tax levy (Carried)
• Approved amendment to add disability, cycling, and community groups to EA consultation (Carried)
• Approved Bank Street Active Transportation and Transit Operations Feasibility Study scoping document (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve 30 km/h speed zones in Capital Ward (Carried)
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions (Carried)

Ottawa Police Services Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board is meeting to decide on several procurement contracts, including a $207,087 identity management system and a $996,424 enterprise asset management program, as well as a new board policy on disconnecting from work. The board will also receive reports on use of force, human rights and racial profiling, workforce management, and performance, and will consider appointments and re-appointments of special constables from OC Transpo, Carleton University, the RCMP, and the Ottawa Police Service.

• Approve new Board Policy 'Disconnecting from Work'
• Delegate authority for sole-sourced procurement of Identity and Access Management software up to $207,087.00
• Delegate authority for sole-source procurement of Enterprise Asset Management program Phase 1 up to $996,424.54
• Approve procurement of Hefid Solutions by Odgers Berndtson for Chief of Police recruitment community engagement
• Approve appointments/re-appointments of special constables (OC Transpo, Carleton University, RCMP, OPS)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee approved a revised Barrhaven LRT alignment between Knoxdale Road and the Nepean Sportsplex to avoid displacing tenants of Manor Village and Cheryl Gardens. It also approved the scoping document for the Bank Street active transportation and transit operations feasibility study, and the statement of work for the Ottawa Hospital connection to Dow's Lake Station environmental assessment, with amendments. Speed reductions to 30 km/h in several Capital Ward zones were recommended to Council.

• Approved revised Barrhaven LRT alignment to avoid displacing Manor Village and Cheryl Gardens tenants (carried)
• Approved Bank Street Active Transportation and Transit Operations Feasibility Study scoping document (carried)
• Approved Ottawa Hospital Connection to Dow's Lake Station EA statement of work, as amended (carried)
• Approved motion to assess funding for weather-protected accessible connection to Dow's Lake station without tax levy (carried)
• Approved motion to add disability, cycling, transit, and community groups to EA public consultation (carried)
• Recommended Council lower speed limits to 30 km/h in three Capital Ward zones (carried)
• Recommended Council adjust Old Ottawa East speed zone, lowering Lees Avenue to 30 km/h (carried)
• Received status update on inquiries and motions (received)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider allocating $19.2 million in capital funds for affordable housing projects, including specific allocations to Ottawa Community Housing and Nepean Housing Corporation. The committee will also vote on several zoning by-law amendments for mixed-use, hotel, and townhouse developments, as well as a site plan for warehouses and a mural pilot program extension.

• $19.2M affordable housing allocation: $10M to Ottawa Community Housing for 818 Gladstone Ave, up to $7.2M to Nepean Housing for Dunbar Court, $2M via RFP
• Zoning amendment for 18-story mixed-use building at 311 Somerset St W and 234-236 O'Connor St
• Zoning amendment for 6-story mixed-use building at 180 Kanata Ave
• Zoning amendment for townhouses at 353 Gerry Lalonde Dr
• Zoning amendment for 8-story, 121-suite hotel at 257-277 King Edward Ave and 260 Murray St

The Planning Committee recommended Council approve zoning and official plan amendments for several developments, including an 18-storey mixed-use building at 311 Somerset Street West and 234-236 O'Connor Street, a six-storey building at 180 Kanata Avenue, townhouses at 353 Gerry Lalonde Drive, and a hotel at 257-277 King Edward Avenue. It also approved a heritage permit for the Somerset/O'Connor project, extended the residential mural pilot program, and deferred two items (affordable housing capital strategy and a site plan control application) to June 9, 2022, due to the May 21 storm. All votes were carried unanimously.

• Approved Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 18-storey mixed-use building at 311 Somerset St W and 234-236 O'Connor St (carried)
• Approved heritage permit for new construction at 311 Somerset St W and 234-236 O'Connor St (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for six-storey mixed-use building at 180 Kanata Ave (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for townhouse subdivision at 353 Gerry Lalonde Dr (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 8-storey, 121-suite hotel at 257-277 King Edward Ave and 260 Murray St (carried)
• Approved extending Residential Mural Pilot Program and renaming to Ottawa Mural By-law (carried)
• Approved Committee of Adjustment application for 411, 415, 419, 423 Ravenhill Ave (carried)
• Deferred affordable housing capital strategy and site plan control at 2020 Walkley Rd to June 9, 2022 (carried)

Planning Committee

The committee is reviewing a capital strategy to allocate $19,200,000 for affordable housing projects. This includes funding for Rochester Heights Phase 2 and Dunbar Court. The meeting also addresses several zoning amendments for new residential and commercial developments.

• $10,000,000 allocated to Ottawa Community Housing for 818 Gladstone Avenue
• Up to $7,200,000 for 31 affordable housing units at Dunbar Court
• Proposed 18-story mixed-use building at 311 Somerset Street West and 234-236 O’Connor Street
• Proposed 8-storey, 121-suite hotel at 257, 261, 269 and 277 King Edward Avenue and 260 Murray Street
• Extension of the Residential Mural Pilot Program for one year

The Planning Committee deferred two items due to the May 21 storm, then approved recommendations for $19.2 million in affordable housing capital funding, zoning amendments for several properties, and a heritage permit. All votes were carried unanimously.

• Deferred Items 1 and 7 to June 9, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Approved $19.2M affordable housing capital strategy (carried)
• Approved 18-storey mixed-use building at 311 Somerset St W and 234-236 O'Connor St (carried)
• Approved heritage permit for new construction at 311 Somerset St W and 234-236 O'Connor St (carried)
• Approved six-storey mixed-use building at 180 Kanata Ave (carried)
• Approved townhouse subdivision at 353 Gerry Lalonde Dr (carried)
• Approved 8-storey, 121-suite hotel at 257-277 King Edward Ave and 260 Murray St (carried)
• Approved extending Residential Mural Pilot and renaming to Ottawa Mural By-law (carried)

City Council

The provided document contains only procedural software interface text and does not list any specific items for discussion or decision. No council motions, reports, or topics are present in the record.

City Council

The Council meeting includes discussions on several zoning by-law amendments for properties in Bayswater Avenue, Louisa Street, and Coronation Avenue. The agenda also features motions regarding a temporary inflatable waterpark at Petrie Island and the renaming of a field at Ken Steele Park.

• Zoning amendment for 8415 Campeau Drive to permit stacked and townhouse dwellings
• Application to demolish 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street in Sandy Hill West Heritage Conservation District
• Proposed license of occupation for Splashifax Inflatable Waterpark at 795 Tweedle Road
• Renaming of a field at Ken Steele Park to Mark Bingham Field
• Recognition of Les Emmerson's musical and charitable contributions

Accessibility Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Ottawa Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on 2022-05-24 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee, scheduled for May 24, 2022, has been cancelled. The agenda included presentations on the Parkland Dedication Bylaw and Vanier Culture in Action, but no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled
• Parkland Dedication Bylaw presentation (for information)
• Vanier Culture in Action presentation (for information)

Police Services Board Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee is meeting to consider recommending that the Ottawa Police Services Board approve the procurement of Hefid Solutions by Odgers Berndtson to assist with the community engagement process for the Chief of Police recruitment, and to delegate approval authority to the committee. The agenda also includes confirmation of the agenda and confidential minutes from a previous meeting.

• Procurement of Hefid Solutions by Odgers Berndtson for community engagement in Chief of Police recruitment
• Delegation of authority to Human Resources Committee for approvals related to the recruitment engagement process
• Confirmation of Confidential Minutes 12 from 16 November 2021 meeting

Community and Protective Services Committee

The Community and Protective Services Committee is meeting to consider several recommendations for City Council, including a new Vacant Property By-law with enforcement staff funded by permit fees, a 10% taxicab tariff increase, and higher insurance requirements for vehicle-for-hire operators. The committee will also receive annual reports on community partnership capital programs and Crime Prevention Ottawa, and consider reappointments to the Crime Prevention Ottawa board.

• Proposed Vacant Property By-law with 2 full-time enforcement staff funded by permit fees
• Amendments to Property Standards By-law for pest control, grading, drainage, and foliage on vacant properties
• Amendments to Board Up By-law to address unauthorized occupancy of accessory structures
• 10% taxicab tariff (meter rate) increase effective June 11, 2022
• Vehicle-for-Hire By-law amendment requiring $2,000,000 commercial general liability insurance effective November 1, 2022

The Committee approved a new Vacant Property By-law with amendments, including fee exemptions for owners in care, civic numbering requirements, and subdivision lot permits. It also approved a 10% taxicab meter rate increase and higher insurance requirements for vehicle-for-hire operators, plus a temporary allowance for older taxicab vehicles. Other items included receiving annual reports and reappointing two board members.

• Approved Vacant Property By-law with amendments (carried)
• Approved 10% taxicab tariff increase effective June 11, 2022 (carried)
• Approved $2M commercial liability insurance for vehicle-for-hire operators effective Nov 1, 2022 (carried)
• Approved temporary allowance for taxicab vehicles up to 7 model years old until Mar 31, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved 2022 Community Partnership Major Capital projects list (carried)
• Received Crime Prevention Ottawa 2021 Annual Report (received)
• Reappointed Rev. Anthony Bailey and Ed Buller to Crime Prevention Ottawa Board (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of April 21, 2022 meeting (confirmed)

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to receive updates and presentations. Items include a response to a tree-planting inquiry, an update from the Council Liaison, approval of the 2022 meeting schedule, and staff presentations on high-performance development standards and the Better Building Ottawa benchmarking and disclosure program. The agenda is largely informational and procedural.

• Response to inquiry ESAC 01-21 on tree planting, with forestry planting summary 2016-20 attached
• Update from Councillor Shawn Menard (Council Liaison)
• Approval of 2022 meeting schedule: May 19, June 16, September 22
• Staff presentation on High Performance Development Standards
• Staff presentation on Better Building Ottawa Program – Benchmarking and Disclosure

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 will hold a hearing via electronic participation to review various property applications. The agenda includes several items that were previously adjourned from earlier 2021 and 2022 meeting dates.

• Hearing for 430 Mansfield (Ward 15)
• Hearing for 171 Stanley (Ward 13)
• Hearing for 50 Gilmour (Ward 14)
• Hearing for 107 Prince Albert (Ward 13)
• Hearing for 292 Fifth (Ward 17)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is holding an electronic hearing on May 18, 2022, to consider nine applications for minor variances and consents at properties across Ottawa wards. The agenda includes items for 3332A & 3332B River, 7901 Mitch Owens, 6139 & 6143 Perth, 8423 Marionville, 8921 Malloch, 3160 Upper Dwyer Hill, and 1268 Carp, several of which were adjourned from earlier meetings. The hearing is conducted by electronic participation due to COVID-19, with public comments and speaking registrations accepted before the meeting.

• 3332A & 3332B River (Ward 20-Osgoode) - application D08-02-22/A-00106
• 7901 Mitch Owens (Ward 20-Osgoode) - applications D08-01-22/B-00107 and D08-02-22/A-00099
• 6139 & 6143 Perth (Ward 21-Rideau-Goulbourn) - applications D08-01-22/B-00137 to B-00142
• 8423 Marionville (Ward 20-Osgoode) - application D08-01-22/B-00016, adjourned from March 16 and April 6, 2022
• 8921 Malloch (Ward 21-Rideau-Goulbourn) - applications D08-01-22/B-00011, B-00012, and D08-01-2B-00131, adjourned from Feb. 16, Mar. 2, and Apr. 6, 2022

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission is reviewing the first quarter status of the 2022 transit operating and capital budget. The meeting also includes presentations on the Confederation Line, bus service, and Para Transpo.

• 2022 Transit Operating and Capital Budget Q1 Status Report
• Confederation Line and Bus Service Update
• Para Transpo Service Verbal Update
• OC Transpo Performance Report for the period ending December 2021

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission is reviewing several informational reports, including the Q1 status of the 2022 transit operating and capital budget. The meeting also includes updates on the Confederation Line, bus services, and Para Transpo.

• Confederation Line and bus service update
• Para Transpo service verbal update
• 2022 Transit Operating and Capital Budget Q1 status report
• OC Transpo performance report for the period ending December 2021
• Status update on Transit Commission inquiries and motions

The Transit Commission received presentations on Confederation Line and bus service, Para Transpo, the 2022 Q1 budget status, the OC Transpo performance report for December 2021, and a status update on inquiries and motions. It directed staff to provide a memo on bus operator shortages due to new Canada Labour Code break requirements, including funding implications. No substantive decisions were made beyond receiving reports and issuing that direction.

• Directed staff to provide memo on bus operator shortages due to Canada Labour Code break requirements (R. Brockington)
• Received Confederation Line and bus service update for information
• Received Para Transpo service update for information
• Received 2022 Q1 Transit Operating and Capital Budget Status Report
• Received OC Transpo Performance Report for period ending December 2021
• Received status update on Transit Commission inquiries and motions

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hold an electronic hearing to review various land use applications. The agenda includes several hearings for property modifications and site-specific requests across multiple wards.

• Applications for 340 Poulin, Ward 7-Bay
• Application for 890-900 Bank, Ward 17-Capital
• Application for 1601 Michael, Ward 18-Alta Vista
• Applications for 41 Rebecca, Ward 11-Beacon Hill-Cyrville
• Application for 4200 Innes, Ward 19-Cumberland

Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management

The Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management is meeting to receive updates, hear a presentation from the Ottawa Climate Action Fund, and consider a motion on city renewable energy. The motion, if recommended to Council, would direct staff to identify roofs for solar leasing, form a working group with Hydro Ottawa, and develop a distributed energy resource framework. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes, an inquiry response on the anti-idling bylaw, and a status update on outstanding motions.

• Motion (ACS2022-OCC-ENV-0005) to direct staff to identify at least three City-owned roofs for solar leasing and establish a working group with Hydro Ottawa
• Oral presentation from the Ottawa Climate Action Fund
• Response to inquiry EPWWM 02-21 on effectiveness and enforceability of anti-idling bylaw
• Status update on committee inquiries and motions for period ending 6 May 2022
• Information item on use of delegated authority by Revenue Services in 2021

The committee carried a motion directing staff to identify city-owned roofs for solar leasing and explore community net metering, and to report back on a distributed energy resource framework. It also recommended Council endorse the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and send letters to federal and provincial leaders. A motion to reduce the suburban distinctive tree diameter from 50 cm to 30 cm was also carried. The anti-idling bylaw inquiry response was deferred to June 21, 2022.

• Carried motion to direct staff to identify at least 3 city roofs for solar leasing and establish working group with Hydro Ottawa (unanimous)
• Carried motion to recommend Council endorse the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (unanimous)
• Carried motion to recommend Council direct staff to consult and report on reducing suburban distinctive tree diameter from 50 cm to 30 cm (unanimous)
• Deferred response to anti-idling bylaw inquiry to June 21, 2022 meeting
• Received presentation from Ottawa Climate Action Fund for information
• Received status update on inquiries and motions for period ending May 6, 2022

Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management

The Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management is reviewing a motion to identify solar rooftop leasing opportunities at City-owned facilities. The motion also proposes establishing a working group with Hydro Ottawa to explore community net metering and requests a future report on a distributed energy resource framework.

• Motion ACS2022-OCC-ENV-0005: Identify three suitable roofs at City-owned facilities for solar leasing
• Proposal to establish a working group with Hydro Ottawa by Q2 2022
• Request for 2023 budget consideration of one full-time equivalent position for energy resource management
• Presentation from the Ottawa Climate Action Fund
• Inquiry regarding the effectiveness and enforceability of the anti-idling bylaw

The committee carried a motion directing staff to identify at least three city-owned roofs for solar leasing and to explore community net metering with Hydro Ottawa, with a report due by Q2 2022. It also received an informational presentation from the Ottawa Climate Action Fund and a status update on outstanding inquiries. Two notices of motion were introduced for future consideration: endorsing a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and reducing the suburban distinctive tree diameter threshold from 50 cm to 30 cm.

• Carried motion directing staff to identify 3+ city roofs for solar leasing and explore net metering (unanimous)
• Received Ottawa Climate Action Fund presentation for information
• Received status update on outstanding EPWWM inquiries and motions
• Deferred response to anti-idling bylaw inquiry to June 21, 2022
• Confirmed minutes of April 19, 2022 meeting

Police Services Board Policy and Governance Committee

The Ottawa Police Services Board's Policy and Governance Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the 2020 Use of Force Race Data Report, consider recommending the procurement of StrategyCorp Inc. to review the Board's use of force policies, and discuss a new Board policy on disconnecting from work. The committee will also elect a chair, confirm the agenda and minutes, and hear a public delegation from Robin Browne of 613-819 Black Hub.

• 2020 Use of Force Race Data Report presentation
• Recommendation to procure StrategyCorp Inc. for use of force policy review
• New Board Policy 'Disconnecting from Work'
• Public delegation by Robin Browne, 613-819 Black Hub
• Election of committee chair

French Language Services Advisory Committee

The French Language Services Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to consider a working group report on consulting Ottawa's francophone population, and to receive updates on bilingualism in economic development, French-language HR programs, and municipal elections. The committee will also appoint a presiding officer and confirm prior minutes. Public comments are accepted until 4:00 PM on the meeting day.

• Appointment of Julie Rodier as Presiding Officer
• Approval of working group report on consulting the city's francophone population
• Update on bilingualism in the City's Economic Development Strategy
• Update on French-language human resources programs and training options
• Update on municipal elections and French language services

The French Language Services Advisory Committee confirmed previous minutes and appointed Julie Rodier as presiding officer. It adopted a working group report on consulting and engaging the city's francophone population, which will be forwarded to Innovative Client Services Department staff. The committee also received informational updates on bilingualism in economic development, French-language HR programs, and municipal elections, but took no other substantive decisions.

• Confirmed Minutes 10 – November 15, 2021
• Appointed Julie Rodier as Presiding Officer (carried)
• Adopted working group report on consulting and engaging the city's francophone population
• Received update on bilingualism in economic development strategy (for information)
• Received update on French-language HR programs and training (for information)
• Received update on municipal elections and French language services (for information)

Planning Committee

The committee is reviewing multiple zoning amendments for residential and mixed-use buildings across the city. Items include proposals for a 16-storey building on Wellington Street West and a 10-storey building on Louisa Street. The meeting also addresses heritage alterations at 126 York Street and road improvement funding.

• Zoning amendment for 16-storey mixed-use building at 1186, 1188, and 1194 Wellington Street West
• Zoning amendment for 10-storey mixed-use building at 18 Louisa Street
• Zoning amendment for six-storey apartment building at 54, 56, and 60 Bayswater Avenue
• Application to alter heritage property at 126 York Street
• Technical amendment for Leitrim Road/Bank Street intersection improvements

The Planning Committee approved zoning amendments for properties at 54-60 Bayswater Avenue, 18 Louisa Street, 3345 Borrisokane Road, 700 Coronation Avenue, 8415 Campeau Drive, and 89-97 Beechwood Avenue, as well as a heritage alteration at 126 York Street. A proposed 16-storey mixed-use building at 1186-1194 Wellington Street West was deferred. The committee also authorized a city-initiated rezoning for 30-48 Chamberlain Avenue and approved a technical amendment for the Leitrim Road/Bank Street intersection project.

• Approved zoning amendment for 54-60 Bayswater Avenue to permit a six-storey apartment building (10-1)
• Approved zoning amendment for 18 Louisa Street to permit a 10-storey mixed-use building (with direction to add stepbacks)
• Deferred Official Plan and zoning amendment for 1186-1194 Wellington Street West
• Approved zoning amendment for 3345 Borrisokane Road, 3900 Cambrian Road, and 1108 Apolune Street
• Approved zoning amendment for 700 Coronation Avenue to permit a four-storey, 35-unit residential building
• Approved zoning amendment for 8415 Campeau Drive to permit a planned unit development
• Approved site plan for 89-97 Beechwood Avenue with amendment to include Ward 12 councillor comments
• Approved heritage alteration application for 126 York Street with conditions

Planning Committee

The committee is reviewing multiple zoning amendments for residential and mixed-use buildings across the city. Items include proposals for a 16-storey building on Wellington Street West and a 10-storey building on Louisa Street. The meeting also addresses heritage alterations at 126 York Street.

• Proposed 16-storey mixed-use building at 1186, 1188, and 1194 Wellington Street West
• Zoning amendment for a 10-storey mixed-use building at 18 Louisa Street
• Proposed six-storey apartment building at 54, 56, and 60 Bayswater Avenue
• Application to alter the heritage property at 126 York Street
• Zoning amendment for stacked and townhouse dwellings at 8415 Campeau Drive

The Planning Committee recommended Council approve several zoning by-law amendments, including a six-storey apartment building at 54-60 Bayswater Avenue (10-1), a 10-storey mixed-use building at 18 Louisa Street, a four-storey residential building at 700 Coronation Avenue, and a planned unit development at 8415 Campeau Drive. A proposed 16-storey mixed-use building at 1186-1194 Wellington Street West was deferred. The committee also endorsed a site plan for 89-97 Beechwood Avenue and approved an alteration to 126 York Street.

• Approved recommendation for six-storey apartment building at 54-60 Bayswater Avenue (10-1)
• Approved recommendation for 10-storey mixed-use building at 18 Louisa Street (carried, Leiper dissenting)
• Deferred Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 1186-1194 Wellington Street West
• Approved zoning amendment for 3345 Borrisokane Road, 3900 Cambrian Road, 1108 Apolune Street
• Approved zoning amendment for four-storey, 35-unit building at 700 Coronation Avenue
• Approved zoning amendment for planned unit development at 8415 Campeau Drive
• Endorsed site plan for 89-97 Beechwood Avenue
• Approved heritage alteration at 126 York Street

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including the financial framework for the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus local share contribution, a $30 million recapitalization of the Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program, and multiple zoning by-law amendments. The agenda also includes a bulk consent agenda with items such as conservation authority levies, brownfield grants, and property acquisitions. Most items are recommendations from committees that Council will vote on.

• Approve financial framework for Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus local share contribution, including a special area development charge
• Recapitalize Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program with up to $30 million in additional loan capital
• Zoning amendments for 129/133 Catherine St, 335/339 Roosevelt Ave, 344 Winston Ave, 379/389 Wilmont Ave, 982-986 Frances St, 2275 Mer Bleue Rd
• Acquire part of Shea Road Woods for $3,002,602
• Brownfield grants: $1,030,985 for 115 Champagne Ave S, $1,826,415 for 1040 Somerset St W

Council approved the financial framework for the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus local share contribution, including directing staff to review options for the municipal portion and to impose a special area development charge. A motion to explore a hospital fundraising lottery was referred to the City Treasurer. Council also approved several zoning amendments, including a 30-storey mixed-use building on Scott Street and a subdivision on Mer Bleue Road.

• Approved Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus financial framework and local share contribution plan (15-8)
• Referred lottery funding motion to City Treasurer for review
• Approved $30M recapitalization of Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program
• Approved zoning for 30-storey mixed-use building at 2046-2050 Scott St and 295-301 Ashton Ave
• Approved zoning for subdivision at 2275 Mer Bleue Rd, as amended
• Approved zoning for 12-storey apartments at 335-339 Roosevelt Ave, 344 Winston Ave, 379-389 Wilmont Ave (21-3)
• Approved acquisition of part of Shea Road Woods for $3,002,602
• Approved Brownfield grants for 115 Champagne Ave S ($1,030,985) and 1040 Somerset St W ($1,826,415)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to consider reports from several committees, including a financial framework for the new Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus, zoning amendments for multiple properties, and various funding and grant approvals. The most consequential item is the approval of a framework for the city's response to the hospital's request for a local share contribution, which includes directing staff to study a special area development charge. Other items include recapitalizing the Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program with up to $30 million, several zoning by-law amendments, and brownfield redevelopment grants.

• Approve financial framework for Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus local share, including special area development charge study
• Recapitalize Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program with up to $30 million in additional loan capital
• Zoning amendments for 129-133 Catherine St, 335-339 Roosevelt Ave, 982-986 Frances St, 2275 Mer Bleue Rd
• Brownfield grants: $1,030,985 for 115 Champagne Ave S, $1,826,415 for 1040 Somerset St W
• Acquire part of Shea Road Woods for $3,002,602

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee will consider four heritage applications, including a demolition request for 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street in the Sandy Hill West Heritage Conservation District. Members will also review alterations to 70 Richmond Road and 126 York Street, and new construction at 311 Somerset Street West and 234-236 O'Connor Street. Recommendations will go to Planning Committee and then Council.

• Demolition of 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street (Sandy Hill West HCD)
• Alteration of Champlain Oil Company Service Station at 70 Richmond Road
• New construction at 311 Somerset Street West and 234-236 O'Connor Street (Centretown HCD)
• Alteration of 126 York Street (ByWard Market HCD)
• Member Barry Padolsky declared a conflict on the Wilbrod Street item

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee carried all four agenda items, recommending approval of alterations to 70 Richmond Road and 126 York Street, new construction at 311 Somerset Street West and 234-236 O'Connor Street, and demolition of 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street. All recommendations will go to Planning Committee and then City Council, with heritage permits issued for two or three years. One member dissented on the Somerset/O'Connor item, and one member declared a conflict on the Wilbrod demolition.

• Approved alterations to 70 Richmond Road (Champlain Oil Company Service Station) with conditions, as amended (carried)
• Approved new construction at 311 Somerset Street West and 234-236 O'Connor Street (carried, with C. Quinn dissenting)
• Approved demolition of 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street (carried, with B. Padolsky recused)
• Approved alterations to 126 York Street (carried)
• Directed staff to explore lighter tower colour and softened black cladding at Somerset/O'Connor via Site Plan Control

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to decide on several policy and financial items. The board will vote on a revised Library Code of Conduct Position Statement and the 2022 Service Delivery Framework, which includes establishing a service planning team. It will also consider closing capital accounts with $25,919 going to reserves, and receive reports on first-quarter finances and policy compliance.

• Approve revised Library Code of Conduct Position Statement
• Approve 2022 Service Delivery Framework and direct staff to implement Phase 6
• Approve closing capital accounts with $25,919 deposited to reserves
• Approve Trustee Catherine Kitts to fill Intellectual Freedom and Order of Friendship committee vacancies
• Receive first quarter 2022 financial status report

The Ottawa Public Library Board approved the revised Library Code of Conduct Position Statement and the 2022 Service Delivery Framework, directing staff to implement Phase 6 and modify policy for strategic framework reviews. The Board also received CEO Danielle McDonald's retirement notice and approved initiating the recruitment process for the next CEO. All other reports were received for information, with no substantive decisions denied or tabled.

• Approved revised Library Code of Conduct Position Statement (carried)
• Approved 2022 Service Delivery Framework, including Guiding Principles, Service Categories, and Service Channels (carried)
• Directed staff to implement Phase 6 of SDF, including establishing a service planning and design team (carried)
• Directed staff to modify OPLB Policy 010 to review key strategic frameworks at least once per term (carried)
• Approved Trustee Catherine Kitts to fill Intellectual Freedom and Order of Friendship vacancies (received)
• Approved closing of accounts per WIP Capital Review, including $25,919 to reserves (carried)
• Received CEO retirement notice and approved initiation of CEO recruitment process (carried)

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee will consider four heritage permit applications: altering a designated service station at 70 Richmond Road, new construction at 311 Somerset Street West and 234-236 O'Connor Street, demolishing two designated houses at 197 and 201 Wilbrod Street, and altering a building at 126 York Street. Recommendations will go to Planning Committee and Council.

• Alter Champlain Oil Company Service Station, 70 Richmond Road (Part IV designation)
• New construction at 311 Somerset St W and 234-236 O'Connor St (Centretown HCD)
• Demolish 197 and 201 Wilbrod St (Sandy Hill West HCD)
• Alter 126 York St (ByWard Market HCD)
• Heritage permits with 2-3 year expiry dates

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee approved four heritage applications, including the demolition of two designated properties on Wilbrod Street and new construction at 311 Somerset Street West. All recommendations were carried, with one dissent on the Somerset project. The decisions will be forwarded to Planning Committee and Council for final approval.

• Approved alteration of 70 Richmond Road (Champlain Oil Station) with conditions (carried)
• Approved new construction at 311 Somerset St W and 234-236 O'Connor St (carried, Vice-Chair Quinn dissenting)
• Approved demolition of 197 and 201 Wilbrod St with landscaping condition (carried)
• Approved alteration of 126 York St with conditions (carried)

Finance and Economic Development Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Committee is considering the Lansdowne Partnership Sustainability Plan, which includes a proposal from the Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group (OSEG) called Lansdowne 2.0. The plan involves a new Event Centre, new North Side Stands, a mixed-use development with 1,200 housing units and 100,000 sq ft of retail, and a funding strategy with an upset limit of $332.6 million. The committee will recommend whether to approve the plan, including a 10% affordable housing target for air rights sales and next-step costs of $8 million.

• Approve Lansdowne Partnership Sustainability Plan with new Event Centre, North Side Stands, and mixed-use development
• Funding strategy with $332.6 million upset limit financed by air rights sales, debt, and City capital budgets
• Affordable housing target of 10% embedded in air rights bid process
• Authorize $8 million for next planning, design, and engineering steps with OSEG
• Direct City-initiated rezoning application for Lansdowne Park with public consultation

The Finance and Economic Development Committee recommended Council approve the Lansdowne Partnership Sustainability Plan, including a new Event Centre, North Side Stands, and mixed-use development with 1,200 housing units. The plan includes a $332.6 million budget authority, a 10% affordable housing target, and delegation to the City Manager to renegotiate with OSEG. The recommendation was carried as amended by two motions, including one to explore enhanced affordability options.

• Approved Lansdowne Partnership Sustainability Plan (carried as amended)
• Approved concept plan for new Event Centre, North Side Stands, and mixed-use development with 1,200 housing units
• Approved $332.6M budget authority for construction and preliminary works
• Approved 10% affordable housing target for air rights process
• Delegated authority to City Manager to renegotiate partnership with OSEG
• Approved $8M for next project steps and cost-sharing agreements with OSEG
• Directed staff to explore funding to increase affordability of housing units
• Amended staff report to replace Ward Councillor Comment with 'This is a City-wide report'

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is considering several zoning by-law amendments regarding residential development restrictions. The committee is also reviewing an amendment to the ATV and snowmobile by-law and a new home heating oil fuel tank incentive program.

• Proposed $53,000 funding increase for the Fuel Tank (Home Heating Oil) Incentive Program
• Zoning amendment to prohibit residential development at 4747 and 4785 Highway 17
• Zoning amendment for 4639 Donnelly Drive to include a holding provision pending risk and stability reports
• Zoning amendment for 4240 Cambrian Road West to prohibit residential development and restrict land uses
• Amendment to the All-Terrain Vehicle, Off-Road Vehicle and Snowmobile By-law 2019-421

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is reviewing a proposal for a Fuel Tank (Home Heating Oil) Incentive Program. The agenda also includes several zoning by-law amendments regarding residential development restrictions and vehicle by-law updates.

• Approval of $53,000 in additional funding for the Fuel Tank (Home Heating Oil) Incentive Program
• Zoning amendment for 4747 and 4785 Highway 17 to prohibit residential development on farmland
• Zoning amendment for 4639 Donnelly Drive to implement a holding provision pending risk and slope stability reports
• Zoning amendment for 4240 Cambrian Road West to prohibit residential development and restrict sensitive land uses
• Amendment to the All-Terrain Vehicle, Off-Road Vehicle and Snowmobile By-Law 2019-421

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee recommended Council approve three zoning by-law amendments to restrict residential development on rural properties, including 4747/4785 Highway 17, 4639 Donnelly Drive, and 4240 Cambrian Road West. It also recommended an amendment to the ATV/off-road vehicle/snowmobile by-law and approval of a Fuel Tank (Home Heating Oil) Incentive Program with additional funding. A motion was carried to direct staff to report on a zoning exception for 6199 Dwyer Hill Road to allow a single residence.

• Recommended zoning amendment to prohibit residential development at 4747/4785 Highway 17 (carried)
• Recommended zoning amendment to add holding provision at 4639 Donnelly Drive pending risk/slope reports (carried)
• Recommended zoning amendment to restrict residential development at 4240 Cambrian Road West and waive parkland cash-in-lieu (carried)
• Recommended amendment to ATV, off-road vehicle and snowmobile by-law 2019-421 (carried)
• Recommended Fuel Tank (Home Heating Oil) Incentive Program with $53,000 additional funding (carried)
• Directed staff to report by July 2022 on zoning exception for 6199 Dwyer Hill Road to allow single residence (carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is scheduled to hold a hearing for several development applications. The meeting will be conducted through electronic participation via Zoom.

• Application D08-02-22/A-00067: 3651 Prince of Wales
• Application D08-01-22/B-00110: 1558 Baseline
• Application D08-01-22/B-00100: 850, 950 Champlain
• Application D08-02-21/A-00343: 767 Pleasant Park (adjourned from February 2 and March 16, 2022)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is reviewing a proposal for all-way stop controls at five intersections in Ward 12. The committee is also considering a motion to study the feasibility of allowing landscaping projects within the city's right-of-way.

• Proposed all-way stop control at Ste-Monique Street and Marquette Avenue
• Proposed all-way stop control at Stewart Street and Nelson Street
• Proposed all-way stop control at Stewart Street and Cobourg Street
• Proposed all-way stop control at Stewart Street and Augusta Street
• Feasibility study for resident landscaping projects in the Right of Way

The Transportation Committee approved a recommendation to install all-way stop controls at five intersections in Ward 12, with one conditional on slope flattening. It also carried a motion directing staff to report back in 2023 on the feasibility of permitting resident or community group landscaping projects in the right-of-way. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural otherwise.

• Approved all-way stop controls at Ste-Monique Street at Marquette Avenue, Stewart Street at Nelson, Cobourg, and Augusta Streets (carried on consent)
• Approved all-way stop control at Ste-Monique Street at Lavergne Street, conditional on slope flattening to meet minimum grade values (carried on consent)
• Carried motion to have staff report back in 2023 on feasibility of right-of-way landscaping projects (carried)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is reviewing a proposal to install all-way stop controls at five intersections in Ward 12. The committee is also considering a motion for staff to study the feasibility of allowing residents to manage landscaping in the city's right-of-way.

• Installation of All Way Stop Control at Ste-Monique Street and Marquette Avenue
• Proposed stop control at Ste-Monique Street and Lavergne Street, pending grade adjustments
• Installation of All Way Stop Control at Stewart Street intersections with Nelson, Cobourg, and Augusta Streets
• Feasibility study for Right of Way Front Yard Beautification projects

The Transportation Committee recommended Council approve all-way stop controls at five intersections in Ward 12, with one conditional on slope flattening. It also recommended a staff review of front-yard landscaping in public rights-of-way. Two inquiries were raised but no decisions were made on them.

• Recommended all-way stop controls at Ste-Monique/Marquette, Stewart/Nelson, Stewart/Cobourg, Stewart/Augusta (carried)
• Recommended all-way stop control at Ste-Monique/Lavergne, conditional on slope flattening (carried)
• Recommended staff report in 2023 on feasibility of resident landscaping in rights-of-way (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of April 6, 2022 meeting

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 will hold a hearing for various property applications in Ottawa. The agenda includes several adjourned items from previous meetings regarding site plans and elevations.

• Hearing of application for 283 Elgin (Ward 14)
• Hearing of applications for 576 Brunel (Ward 13)
• Hearing of applications for 432 Avondale (Ward 15)
• Hearing of applications for 292 Fifth (Ward 17)
• Hearing of applications for 117 Carruthers (Ward 15)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 will hold a hearing via electronic participation to review various property applications. The agenda includes several items for properties in Stittsville, West Carleton-March, and Cumberland.

• Applications for 35 and 37 Cloverloft in Ward 6
• Application for 4599 Mohr's in Ward 5
• Application for 20 Bathurst in Ward 5
• Application for 1268 Carp in Ward 6
• Adjourned applications for 100 & 102 Constance Lake and 3016 Upper Dwyer Hill

Finance and Economic Development Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Committee will consider a financial framework for the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus, including a possible municipal contribution and a new development charge. It will also review affordable housing property tax exemptions, brownfield grants, and land acquisitions. Several items are recommendations to Council for final approval.

• Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus: approve financial framework, direct staff to study municipal share and new development charge
• Ottawa Community Housing: redirect 2022 property tax savings to operating deficit; receive update on $165.6M CMHC loan
• Designate 92 Florence St and 254 & 256 St-Denis St as municipal capital housing facilities; extend 39 Auriga Dr designation to 2042
• Approve 2022 conservation authority levies for Rideau Valley, South Nation, Mississippi Valley
• Acquire part of Shea Road Woods from CRT Development for $3,002,602; brownfield grants for 115 Champagne Ave S ($1,030,985) and 1040 Somerset St W ($1,826,415)

The Finance and Economic Development Committee recommended Council approve up to $30 million in additional loan capital for the Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program, to be financed through the most cost-effective option available. The committee also recommended approving the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus financial framework, including a special area development charge, and carried several other items, including affordable housing designations and brownfield grants. One item, the Community Partners' Insurance Program, was deferred to the May 25, 2022 Council meeting.

• Carried motion to add up to $30M in loan capital for Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program
• Received and carried Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus financial framework, including special area development charge
• Approved redirection of OCHC property tax savings and received CMHC loan update
• Carried designation of 92 Florence St and 254 & 256 St-Denis St as municipal capital housing facilities
• Carried 2022 conservation authority levies
• Deferred Community Partners' Insurance Program to May 25, 2022 Council meeting
• Carried acquisition of part of Shea Road Woods for $3,002,602
• Carried brownfield grants for 115 Champagne Ave S and 1040 Somerset St W

Finance and Economic Development Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit (LRT) project. The agenda includes a quarterly construction update and an in-camera legal update regarding potential litigation.

• Quarterly Stage 2 LRT construction update presentation
• In-camera legal update regarding LRT litigation or potential litigation

The Finance and Economic Development Committee met electronically and received a quarterly update on Stage 2 LRT construction for information only. The committee also resolved in camera to receive a legal update on LRT matters, which will not be reported out. No substantive decisions were made; the only votes were procedural motions.

• Received Stage 2 LRT construction update for information
• Resolved in camera to receive LRT legal update (carried)

Planning Committee

Ottawa's Planning Committee is meeting to recommend Council decisions on several zoning by-law and official plan amendments, including a 30-storey mixed-use building on Scott Street, a 12-storey development on Roosevelt Avenue, and a day care on Frances Street. The committee will also consider a heritage study for Carlington North Veterans' Housing and receive an information report on heritage permits. All items are recommendations to Council, with final decisions expected at the May 11 Council meeting.

• Zoning amendment for 2046-2050 Scott Street and 295-301 Ashton Avenue to permit a 30-storey mixed-use high-rise
• Official Plan and zoning amendments for 335-339 Roosevelt Avenue, 344 Winston Avenue, 379-389 Wilmont Avenue for two 12-storey and three 3-storey apartments
• Zoning amendment for 982-986 Frances Street to allow a day care with parking
• Heritage study to create Veterans' Housing Character Area in Carlington North, including evaluating 1 Harrold Place and 915 Merivale Road for designation
• Zoning amendments for 129-133 Catherine Street (low-rise apartment), 54-60 Bayswater Avenue (6-storey), 18 Louisa Street (10-storey), 2275 Mer Bleue Road (townhouses), and 2960 Leitrim Road (subdivision)

The Planning Committee approved a zoning and Official Plan amendment for 335-389 Wilmont Avenue and adjacent properties in Westboro, allowing two 12-storey and three 3-storey apartment buildings, despite community opposition. It also carried several other zoning amendments, including a 30-storey mixed-use building on Scott Street and a day care at 982-986 Frances Street. Two items were deferred: a six-storey apartment at 54-60 Bayswater Avenue and a mixed-use building at 18 Louisa Street, both due to technical or notice issues.

• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for 335-389 Wilmont Ave (9-1)
• Approved zoning amendment for 129-133 Catherine St for low-rise apartment
• Approved zoning amendment for 982-986 Frances St for day care use
• Approved zoning amendment for 2046-2050 Scott St for 30-storey mixed-use building
• Deferred zoning amendment for 54-60 Bayswater Ave to May 12 meeting
• Deferred zoning amendment for 18 Louisa St to May 12 meeting
• Approved zoning amendment for 2275 Mer Bleue Rd for townhouse subdivision
• Approved zoning amendment for 2960 Leitrim Rd for low-rise subdivision

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to consider several zoning by-law amendments and an Official Plan amendment, including a 30-storey mixed-use building on Scott Street, a 12-storey development on Roosevelt Avenue, and a heritage study for Carlington North Veterans' Housing. The committee will also review a report on heritage permits issued in 2021. Most items are recommendations to Council, which will consider them on May 11, 2022.

• Zoning amendment for 2046-2050 Scott Street and 295-301 Ashton Avenue to permit a 30-storey mixed-use high-rise
• Official Plan and zoning amendments for 335-339 Roosevelt Avenue, 344 Winston Avenue, and 379-389 Wilmont Avenue to permit two 12-storey and three 3-storey apartments
• Zoning amendment for 129-133 Catherine Street for a low-rise apartment building (deferred from October 2021)
• Carlington North Veterans' Housing Heritage Study: creation of a character area and management guidelines
• Zoning amendments for day care at 982-986 Frances Street, 6-storey building at 54-60 Bayswater Avenue, 10-storey building at 18 Louisa Street, and subdivisions at 2275 Mer Bleue Road and 2960 Leitrim Road

Ottawa Police Services Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board met to discuss the appointment of RCMP employees to special constable status. These appointments are intended for use during the Rolling Thunder event and would be valid until July 4, 2022.

• Approval of up to 200 new RCMP employee appointments as special constables
• Approval of re-appointments for up to 631 existing RCMP employees
• Delegation of authority to the Chair and Vice-Chair for Rolling Thunder related appointments

City Council

The Council is reviewing several committee reports regarding housing benefits, waste diversion strategies, and zoning changes. Key discussions include the implementation of a multi-residential waste diversion strategy and providing free transit for displaced Ukrainians.

• Approval of 6-month unlimited OC Transpo passes for displaced Ukrainians
• Proposed 6.33% Development Charge deferral rate effective May 1, 2022
• Zoning amendment for 1300 McWatters Road to permit a 25-storey apartment building
• Approval of the Multi-Residential Waste Diversion Strategy framework
• Addition of five full-time positions to Housing Services for homelessness prevention

City Council approved several zoning by-law amendments for residential developments, including at 3713 Borrisokane Road, 3285/3305 Borrisokane Road, 4775/4875 Spratt Road, and 1298 Ogilvie Road. Council also approved the Multi-Residential Waste Diversion Strategy, delegated authority for housing benefit programs, and offered free transit passes to all refugees, not just those from Ukraine. A motion was carried requesting provincial intervention to protect the Kanata Golf Course from residential development.

• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise residential at 3713 Borrisokane Road (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for residential subdivision at 3285/3305 Borrisokane Road (carried, 4 dissenting)
• Approved zoning amendment for residential subdivision at 4775/4875 Spratt Road (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for planned unit development at 1298 Ogilvie Road (carried)
• Approved Multi-Residential Waste Diversion Strategy (carried)
• Approved free six-month transit passes for all refugees (carried)
• Approved delegation of authority for Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit and Community Housing Initiative (carried)
• Requested provincial action to conserve Kanata Golf Course (carried)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to vote on several committee recommendations, including zoning amendments for residential developments, a multi-residential waste diversion strategy, and a motion to offer free transit passes to displaced Ukrainians. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, announcements, and reports for information.

• Zoning amendments for 3713, 3285, 3305 Borrisokane Road, 4775/4875 Spratt Road, 1298 Ogilvie Road, 1300 McWatters Road, and 745 Sir John A. MacDonald Parkway/234 Atlantis Avenue
• Motion to set 2022 Development Charge deferral rate at 6.33% (5.83% average plus 0.5% admin)
• Free six-month OC Transpo passes for displaced Ukrainians, with referral for broader refugee transit policy
• Multi-Residential Waste Diversion Strategy approved, with mandatory organics program to be studied
• Delegation of authority to Housing Services Director for Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit, Community Housing Initiative, and Homelessness Prevention Program funding

Ottawa Police Services Board

The Board will consider several appointments for Special Constables within the Ottawa Police Service and OC Transpo. The meeting also includes a request to approve $3,500 for a table at the Wabano Centre's 'Igniting the Spirit' Gala.

• $3,500 funding for a table at the Wabano Centre's 'Igniting the Spirit' Gala
• Re-appointment of OC Transpo employees as Special Constables
• Appointment of Ottawa Police Service employees as Special Constables
• Approval of new justification for Clerical Special Constables' appointment
• Appointments to various Board and OPS committees

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health will consider approving updates to its procedure and delegation of authority by-laws, code of conduct, and other policies. The board will also receive reports on emergency management, strategic plan progress, 2021 budget results, and contracts awarded. Several items are for information only, including updates on COVID-19 in congregate settings and climate change health vulnerability.

• Approve updates to Board of Health Procedure By-law and Delegation of Authority By-law
• Approve housekeeping updates to By-laws 2011-4 and 2011-5
• Approve updates to Code of Conduct and Medical Officer of Health Performance Appraisal Policy
• Approve participation in ALPHA 2022 Annual General Meeting and Conference (June 14, 2022)
• Receive 2021 operating and capital budget year-end results

The Board of Health approved a motion requesting the Province of Ontario to re-enable local Medical Officers of Health to issue letters of instruction (or similar powers) for masking, continue promoting vaccination, and expand High Priority Communities funding to more neighbourhoods. The motion passed 9-1 after an amendment removed the word 'prematurely' from a clause. The Board also approved updates to its policies and by-laws, and received several reports on budgets, emergency management, and strategic plans.

• Approved motion requesting Ontario to re-enable local masking powers and expand vaccine funding (9-1)
• Approved amendment removing 'prematurely' from motion (8-2)
• Approved updates to Board of Health policies and by-laws
• Approved participation in alPHa 2022 AGM and Conference
• Received 2021 operating and capital budget year-end results
• Received emergency management annual update
• Received strategic plan Q4 2021 update
• Received contracts awarded July-December 2021 report

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to consider several administrative updates, including amendments to the Procedure By-law, Delegation of Authority By-law, and Code of Conduct. The agenda also includes receiving reports on the 2021 budget year-end results and emergency management updates.

• Updates to Board of Health Procedure By-law and Delegation of Authority By-law
• Amendments to the Board of Health Code of Conduct
• Adoption of the City of Ottawa’s Election-Related Resources policy
• Review of 2021 Operating & Capital Budget Year-End Results
• Approval of participation in the alPHa 2022 Annual General Meeting and Conference

The Ottawa Board of Health approved a motion requesting the Province of Ontario to re-enable local Medical Officers of Health to issue letters of instruction (or similar powers) for masking in essential settings, schools, and indoor workplaces, and to extend High Priority Communities funding to more neighbourhoods. The motion passed 9-1 after an amendment removed the word 'prematurely' from a clause. The board also approved updates to its policies and by-laws, and received several reports on budget, emergency management, and strategic plan updates.

• Approved motion requesting province to re-enable local masking orders and expand vaccine funding (9-1)
• Approved amendment to remove 'prematurely' from motion (8-2)
• Approved updates to Board of Health Procedure By-law, Delegation of Authority By-law, Code of Conduct, and other policies
• Approved participation of Chair Egli and Members Cloutier and El-Chantiry at alPHa 2022 AGM
• Received Medical Officer of Health verbal report as amended
• Received Chair's verbal report
• Received reports on emergency management, strategic plan, budget year-end results, and contracts
• Confirmed minutes of February 28, 2022 meeting

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Board is reviewing several appointments for Special Constables within the Ottawa Police Service and OC Transpo. The meeting also includes a request to approve $3,500 for a table at the Wabano Centre’s gala.

• Approval of $3,500 funding for a table at the 'Igniting the Spirit' Gala
• Appointment of Clerical Special Constables for the Court Liaison Section
• Re-appointment of OC Transpo employees as Special Constables
• Appointment of Ottawa Police Service employees as Special Constables
• Approval of 2022 Board Committee appointments

Community and Protective Services Committee

The Community and Protective Services Committee is reviewing several provincial housing programs. Proposed actions include approving investment plans for the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative and the Homelessness Prevention Program, as well as adding five full-time positions to Housing Services.

• Approval of Canada-Ontario Community Housing Benefits program authority
• Approval of Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative (2022-2023) Investment Plan
• Approval of Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan 2022-2023
• Addition of five full-time equivalent positions to Housing Services
• Community Safety and Well-being Plan progress update

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for April 21, 2022, was cancelled and will be rescheduled. The agenda had included items on tree planting, a council liaison update, the 2022 meeting schedule, high performance development standards, and the Better Building Ottawa benchmarking program.

• Meeting cancelled and to be rescheduled
• ESAC 01-21 - Tree Planting
• Confirmation of 2022 meeting schedule
• High Performance Development Standards presentation
• Better Building Ottawa Program – Benchmarking and Disclosure

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding an electronic hearing on April 20, 2022, to consider six applications for minor variances or other permissions under the Planning Act. The agenda lists applications at 1595 Merivale, 259 Garneau (two applications), 14 Inverness, 100-130 Colonnade (adjourned from February 16, 2022), and 2730 Fenton (adjourned from January 12, 2022). The meeting is held by electronic participation due to COVID-19, with public participation via Zoom and YouTube.

• 1595 Merivale (Ward 9) - application D08-01-22/B-00041
• 259 Garneau (Ward 12) - applications D08-01-22/B-00073 and D08-02-22/A-00065
• 14 Inverness (Ward 9) - application D08-01-22/B-00094
• 100-130 Colonnade (Ward 9) - applications D08-01-21/B-00521 to B-00523, adjourned from February 16, 2022
• 2730 Fenton (Ward 22) - application D08-02-21/A-00386, adjourned from January 12, 2022

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Ottawa Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on April 20, 2022, to consider 18 applications for minor variances and consents at properties across several wards. The agenda lists each property address and application number but does not include details of the requested variances. Public participation is available via Zoom and written comments.

• 18 applications for minor variances and consents at addresses including 35 Kenora, 149 Drummond, 501 Cole, 515 Chapel, 66 Lewis, 117 Carruthers, 502 Melbourne, 86 James, 74 Marlowe, 304 Selby, 283 Ferndale, 482 Preston, 325 Hinchey, 55 Armstrong, 311 Atlantis
• Multiple applications at 117 Carruthers, 304 Selby, and 311 Atlantis (two each)
• Adjourned applications: 482 Preston (from May 19, 2021), 325 Hinchey (from Feb 16, 2022), 55 Armstrong and 311 Atlantis (from April 6, 2022)
• Hearing held electronically due to COVID-19; public can watch on YouTube or register to speak by 4 p.m. Monday before hearing

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is holding an electronic hearing on April 20, 2022, to consider 12 applications for consents (property subdivisions) and minor variances. Items include creating new residential lots, granting easements, and permitting reduced setbacks. Several applications were adjourned from earlier meetings. The hearing is held online due to COVID-19.

• Consent to grant easement at 6081 Hazeldean Road in favour of 6111 Hazeldean Road (Taggart Residential Developments Inc.)
• Consent to subdivide 3307 Roger Stevens Drive into two parcels to create a new residential lot (Alex and Jennifer Keller)
• Consent to subdivide 6227 Abbott Street and 26/28 Manchester Street into four parcels with reduced lot widths (Blackburn Real Estate Holdings)
• Minor variance at 198 Mississippi Drive for reduced front yard setback for new double car garage and vestibule (Kelly Champagne)
• Minor variance at 3094 Barlow Crescent for reduced setback from normal high-water mark for addition and deck (Kamaljit Gill-Gomes & Rohan Gomes)

Transit Commission

The Ottawa Transit Commission is meeting to receive service updates and consider a motion to recommend free six-month OC Transpo passes for displaced Ukrainians. The agenda also includes a motion to add standing Para Transpo service updates and performance data to future meetings. Most items are for information or discussion, with no major contracts or rezonings.

• Motion to recommend free 6-month OC Transpo passes for displaced Ukrainians
• Motion to add standing Para Transpo service verbal update to future agendas
• Request to include Para Transpo performance data (ridership, wait times, complaints) in semi-annual reports
• Presentation on Confederation Line, Bus, and Para Transpo service update
• Response to inquiry on public member access to confidential information

Transit Commission

The Ottawa Transit Commission is meeting to receive a service update on the Confederation Line, bus, and Para Transpo, and to respond to an inquiry about public member access to confidential information. The main item is a motion to add a standing Para Transpo verbal update to all future agendas and to expand performance indicator reporting. The meeting is held electronically.

• Motion to add standing 'Para Transpo Service Verbal Update' to all future agendas
• Motion to include ridership volume, trips per month, and complaint data in semi-annual performance reports
• Response to inquiry TC 02-21 on public member access to confidential information
• Service update on Confederation Line, bus, and Para Transpo

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on April 20, 2022, to consider 15 applications for minor variances and land severances across Ottawa wards. Items include requests to permit front-facing garages, reduced setbacks, property subdivisions, and a commercial rooftop patio. Two applications are adjourned from earlier meetings. The hearing is conducted remotely due to COVID-19, with public participation via Zoom and YouTube.

• 35 Kenora: front-facing garage for proposed single-detached dwelling
• 149 Drummond: reduced interior side yard setbacks for two-storey addition
• 501 Cole: subdivision into two parcels for semi-detached dwelling
• 482 Preston: outdoor commercial patio on roof closer to residential zone (adjourned from May 19, 2021)
• 325 Hinchey: conversion of duplex into three-unit dwelling (adjourned from February 16, 2022)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 met via electronic participation to hold hearings for various land use applications. The agenda included several adjourned items from previous meetings regarding residential and site plan applications across multiple wards.

• Hearing for 6081 Hazeldean (Ward 6)
• Hearing for 3307 Roger Stevens (Ward 21)
• Hearing for 33 Cockburn (Ward 21)
• Hearing for 6227 Abbott (Ward 6)
• Hearing for 3588 Hwy 17 (Ward 5)

Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management

The Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management will consider a report recommending approval of the Multi-Residential Waste Diversion Strategy, which includes a plan to make organics diversion mandatory for multi-residential properties. The committee will also discuss a motion to create an invasive species volunteer program and review 2021 drinking water system summary reports.

• Multi-Residential Waste Diversion Strategy (ACS2022-PWD-SWS-0001) – approve scope and direct staff to finalize cost analysis for mandatory organics program
• Motion – Invasive Species Volunteer Program (ACS2022-OCC-ENV-0003) – consider one FTE for program management in 2023 budget
• Municipal Drinking Water Systems – 2021 Summary Reports (ACS2022-IWS-WS-0001) – information item

Planning Committee

The committee is reviewing multiple rezoning requests for residential developments, including high-rise apartments and subdivisions. The meeting also includes a motion regarding the 2022 Development Charge deferral rate.

• Proposed 12-story and three-story apartments at 335/339 Roosevelt Ave, 344 Wilson Ave, and 379/389 Wilmont Ave
• Proposed 25-storey apartment building at 1300 McWatters Road
• Zoning amendment for low-rise residential units at 3713 Borrisokane Road
• Motion to set the 2022 Development Charge deferral rate at 6.33%
• Proposed new beach pavilion and parking lot at Westboro Beach

The Planning Committee approved several zoning by-law amendments to permit residential developments, including low-rise dwellings, a 25-storey apartment building, and a new subdivision. One item was deferred due to notice issues, and a development charges rate was set. All recommendations will go to City Council on April 27, 2022.

• Approved zoning amendment for 3713 Borrisokane Road and Dundonald Drive for low-rise residential and park blocks (carried, as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for 3285 and 3305 Borrisokane Road for low-rise residential subdivision (carried)
• Deferred Official Plan and Zoning amendment for 335/339 Roosevelt, 344 Wilson, 379/389 Wilmont to April 28, 2022 (deferral carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 841, 845, 855(A) Grenon Avenue to reduce parking spaces and length (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1300 McWatters Road to permit 25-storey apartment building (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 4775 and 4875 Spratt Road to rezone for residential subdivision, with height limit (carried, as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1298 Ogilvie Road for planned unit development (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 745 Sir John A. MacDonald Parkway and 234 Atlantis Avenue for beach pavilion and parking lot (carried)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is reviewing a series of zoning by-law and official plan amendments, mostly to permit new residential development across Ottawa. One item is recommended for deferral due to notice issues. The committee will also receive a year-end department report and consider a motion on development charge rates.

• Zoning amendment for 1300 McWatters Road to allow a 25-storey apartment building
• Official Plan and zoning amendments for 335/339 Roosevelt Ave, 344 Wilson Ave, 379/389 Wilmont Ave for two 12-storey and three 3-storey apartments (recommended for deferral)
• Zoning amendment for 4775/4875 Spratt Road to rezone from Development Reserve to residential, open space, institutional, and mixed-use for a new subdivision
• Zoning amendment for 745 Sir John A. MacDonald Parkway and 234 Atlantis Ave for a new beach pavilion and surface parking at Westboro Beach
• Motion to set 2022 development charge deferral rate at 6.33% effective May 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023

The Planning Committee approved several zoning by-law amendments, including low-rise residential subdivisions at 3713 Borrisokane Road and 3285/3305 Borrisokane Road, a 25-storey apartment building at 1300 McWatters Road, and a rezoning for a new subdivision at 4775/4875 Spratt Road. It also approved a development charge deferral rate of 6.33% for 2022-2023. One item, the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 335/339 Roosevelt Avenue, was deferred to the April 28 meeting due to notice issues.

• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise residential at 3713 Borrisokane Road (carried as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise residential subdivision at 3285/3305 Borrisokane Road (carried)
• Deferred Official Plan and Zoning amendment for 335/339 Roosevelt Avenue to April 28 (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for reduced parking at 841/845/855(A) Grenon Avenue (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 25-storey apartment at 1300 McWatters Road (carried)
• Approved rezoning for residential subdivision at 4775/4875 Spratt Road (carried as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for Planned Unit Development at 1298 Ogilvie Road (carried)
• Approved development charge deferral rate of 6.33% for 2022-2023 (carried)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving the High Performance Development Standard, allocating the 2021 operating surplus, and approving a $5M community improvement grant for a development at 2 Montreal Road and 29 Selkirk Street. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, proclamations, and committee reports.

• Approve High Performance Development Standard metrics and implementation plan
• Transfer $23.114M 2021 operating surplus to Tax Stabilization Reserve
• Fund Ottawa Police Services $8.085M deficit from reserves
• Approve $5,000,000 Community Improvement Plan grant to Riverain Developments Inc. for 2 Montreal Road and 29 Selkirk Street
• Approve changes to Rain Ready Ottawa grants program and phase out gas-powered lawn equipment

City Council approved the disposition of the 2021 operating surplus, including a $5 million transfer to the Housing Reserve Fund for affordable housing acquisitions. Council also approved the High Performance Development Standard, which sets new sustainability requirements for new building projects, and approved the 2022 tax ratios and BIA budgets.

• Approved $5M transfer from 2021 surplus to Housing Reserve Fund (carried)
• Approved High Performance Development Standard with amendments (carried, 3 dissenting)
• Approved 2022 tax ratios and property tax policies (carried)
• Approved 2022 budgets and special levies for 20 BIAs and Sparks Street Mall Authority (carried)
• Approved $23.114M surplus transfer to Tax Stabilization Reserve (carried)
• Approved $8.085M police deficit funding from reserves (carried)
• Approved $5M Community Improvement Plan grant for 2 Montreal Road and 29 Selkirk Street (carried)
• Approved OC Transpo fare study outline, capped at $50,000 (22-0)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to consider reports from several committees, including a new High Performance Development Standard for buildings, the disposition of 2021 operating surpluses and deficits, and a $5 million grant for a Montreal Road development. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, ceremonial activities, and updates from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario.

• Approve High Performance Development Standard with energy targets and implementation plan
• Transfer $23.114M 2021 operating surplus to Tax Stabilization Reserve; fund $8.085M police deficit
• Approve $5,000,000 Community Improvement Plan grant for 2 Montreal Road and 29 Selkirk Street
• Approve Recreation Renewable Funding Program and Facility Access policies
• Approve phasing out gas-powered lawn equipment in city operations

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee is deciding on recommendations for a new Veterans' Housing Character Area in Carlington North, an alteration application for a heritage-designated property at 392 Ashbury Road, and removal of nine properties from the Heritage Register. The committee will also receive reports on heritage permits issued in 2021 and a status update on inquiries and motions.

• Approve Veterans' Housing Character Area and management guidelines for Carlington North (Ward 16)
• Evaluate 1 Harrold Place and 915 Merivale Road for heritage designation under Ontario Heritage Act
• Approve alterations to 392 Ashbury Road, including single-storey addition and detached garage
• Remove 9 properties from Heritage Register, including 353 Gardner Street, 326 Wilbrod Street, 860 Colonel By Drive
• Receive report on heritage permits issued through delegated authority in 2021

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee is considering a report recommending the creation of a Veterans' Housing Character Area in Carlington North, along with management guidelines and potential heritage designations for two properties. The committee will also vote on an application to alter a heritage-designated property at 392 Ashbury Road and review the annual Heritage Register report.

• Approve Veterans' Housing Character Area and management guidelines for Carlington North
• Evaluate 1 Harrold Place and 915 Merivale Road for heritage designation under Ontario Heritage Act
• Approve alterations to 392 Ashbury Road (single-storey addition, detached garage) in Rockcliffe Park Heritage Conservation District
• Remove 9 properties from Heritage Register, including 353 Gardner Street and 860 Colonel By Drive
• Receive report on heritage permits issued through delegated authority in 2021

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee approved the creation of a Veterans' Housing Character Area in Carlington North, along with management guidelines, and directed staff to monitor outcomes, install commemorative signage, and evaluate two properties for heritage designation. The committee also approved alterations to 392 Ashbury Road in the Rockcliffe Park Heritage Conservation District, and recommended removing nine properties from the Heritage Register. All recommendations will go to City Council on April 27, 2022.

• Approved Veterans' Housing Character Area and management guidelines (carried)
• Directed staff to monitor conservation outcomes for three years
• Directed staff to evaluate 1 Harrold Place and 915 Merivale Road for Part IV designation
• Approved alterations to 392 Ashbury Road, including addition and garage (carried)
• Approved removal of nine properties from Heritage Register (carried)
• Received heritage permits issued through delegated authority, 2021
• Received status update on inquiries and motions

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive two presentations for review and feedback. The items include the 2022 Affordable Housing Capital Strategy and Update, as well as the 2022 City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan Annual Update.

• Presentation: 2022 Affordable Housing Capital Strategy and Update
• Presentation: 2022 City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan Annual Update

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received a presentation on the 2022 Affordable Housing Capital Strategy and provided feedback, including the need for accessible three-bedroom units and all units to be accessible. The committee also received the 2022 City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan Annual Update for information. No formal decisions were made; both items were received as information.

• Received 2022 Affordable Housing Capital Strategy presentation and provided feedback
• Received 2022 City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan Annual Update for information

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting electronically to receive updates and presentations, including on communications and the COVID-19 recovery plan. The board will vote on amending the Election-Related Resources Policy and on naming a room at the Rideau branch after Daniel Poliquin. It will also receive several reports for information, including the 2021 annual report, fraud claims, and performance measurements.

• Amendment to Election-Related Resources Policy (OPLB-2022-0403)
• Commemorative naming of Daniel Poliquin Program Room at Rideau branch (OPLB-2022-0404)
• 2021 Annual Report on Ottawa Public Library Related Fraud Claims (OPLB-2022-0405)
• Ottawa Public Library 2021 Annual Report (OPLB-2022-0406)
• Semi-Annual Performance Measurements July-December 2021 (OPLB-2022-0407)

The Ottawa Public Library Board approved the commemorative naming of the program room at the Rideau branch as the 'Daniel Poliquin Program Room' after hearing from the nominator. The board also approved amendments to the Election-Related Resources Policy and received several informational reports, including the 2021 Annual Report and a COVID-19 recovery update. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved naming the Rideau branch program room 'Daniel Poliquin Program Room' (carried)
• Approved amendments to Election-Related Resources Policy (carried)
• Received Chair's verbal update (received)
• Received CEO's report (received)
• Received Communications presentation (received)
• Received COVID-19 Recovery Plan update (received)
• Received 2021 Annual Report on fraud claims (received)
• Received 2021 Annual Report (received)

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is reviewing recommendations for a new High Performance Development Standard. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for properties on 8th Line Road and the appointment of an engineer for the Thomas Gamble Municipal Drain.

• Approval of High Performance Development Standard Site Plan and Subdivision metrics
• Rezoning 1144 8th Line Road from Parks and Open Space to Agricultural Zone
• Rezoning 1180 8th Line Road to permit agriculture-related services and equipment rental
• Appointment of Andy Robinson, P. Eng as Engineer for Thomas Gamble Municipal Drain
• Review of Zoning By-law 2008-250 Omnibus Amendments for Q2 2022

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee approved recommendations for the High Performance Development Standard, including site plan and subdivision metrics, an implementation plan, and directives for future reports. It also carried zoning amendments for 1144 and 1180 8th Line Road, appointed an engineer for the Thomas Gamble Municipal Drain, and carried omnibus zoning amendments with a motion to consider a revised report. Two additional motions were carried: one to repeal a by-law for Lot 29, Plan 768 (141 Kerry Hill), and another to withdraw the city's appeal of a consent to sever at 1962 Brophy Drive.

• Approved High Performance Development Standard recommendations (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1144 8th Line Road (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1180 8th Line Road (carried)
• Appointed Andy Robinson as engineer for Thomas Gamble Municipal Drain (carried)
• Approved omnibus zoning amendments as amended by motion (carried)
• Carried motion to repeal By-law 49 of 1999 for Lot 29, Plan 768 (141 Kerry Hill)
• Carried motion to withdraw appeal of consent to sever at 1962 Brophy Drive

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend approval of several items, including a new High Performance Development Standard that would set energy and emissions targets for new developments, and zoning changes for two properties on 8th Line Road. The committee will also consider appointing an engineer for the Thomas Gamble Municipal Drain and approve omnibus zoning amendments. The meeting includes standard procedural items like minutes and status updates.

• High Performance Development Standard: approve site plan and subdivision metrics, implementation plan, and request Ontario to amend Building Code for energy efficiency
• Zoning amendment for 1144 8th Line Road: rezone from Parks and Open Space to Agricultural
• Zoning amendment for 1180 8th Line Road: rezone to allow agriculture-related equipment rental and servicing
• Appoint Andy Robinson, P. Eng of Robinson Consultants Inc. as engineer for Thomas Gamble Municipal Drain
• Omnibus amendments to Zoning By-law 2008-250 (Q2 2022)

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee approved the High Performance Development Standard, including site plan and subdivision metrics, an implementation plan, and directives for staff to report back on related items. The committee also approved zoning amendments for two properties on 8th Line Road, appointed an engineer for the Thomas Gamble Municipal Drain, and received a status update on inquiries and motions. The meeting was procedural in part, with no in camera items or notices of motion.

• Approved High Performance Development Standard Site Plan Metrics and Plan of Subdivision Metrics (carried, with Councillor G. Darouze dissenting)
• Approved Implementation Plan and directed staff to update development review process documents
• Directed staff to report back on Site Plan Control By-law provisions for HPDS to take effect June 1, 2022
• Directed staff to report back to various committees on HPDS updates, incentives, and key performance indicators
• Approved zoning amendment for 1144 8th Line Road from Parks and Open Space Zone (O1A) to Agricultural Zone (AG)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1180 8th Line Road from Agricultural Zone (AG) to Agricultural Zone, Rural Exception (AG[XXXXr]) for equipment rental and servicing
• Appointed Mr. Andy Robinson, P. Eng of Robinson Consultants Inc. as Engineer of record for Thomas Gamble Municipal Drain
• Received and considered revised Omnibus Amendments report (carried as amended)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 will hold a hearing on April 6, 2022, to consider various property applications. The session includes reviews for several locations in Wards 13, 15, and 17.

• Hearing for 262 Columbus (Ward 13)
• Hearing for 490 Wellesley (Ward 15)
• Hearing for 37 Grange (Ward 15)
• Hearing for 13 Fifth (Ward 17)
• Hearing for 2 Chapleau (Adjourned from Feb. 19, 2020)

Transportation Committee

The committee is reviewing multiple proposals for speed reductions and new all-way stop installations across various wards. The agenda also includes receiving the 2021 Parking Services Annual Report.

• Proposed speed limit reduction to 40 km/h on Joshua Street and Saddleridge Drive
• Proposed installation of all-way stop controls at Olmstead/Lévis and Cumberland/Boteler intersections
• Proposed reduction of gateway speed limits from 40 km/h to 30 km/h in three areas
• Proposed speed limit reduction to 40 km/h for Echowoods Avenue, Kimpton Drive, and Stittsville Main Street
• Receipt of the Parking Services 2021 Annual Report

The Transportation Committee recommended several traffic safety measures to Council, including lowering speed limits on specific streets and installing all-way stop controls at various intersections. It also recommended retaining the full Parking Reserve Fund balance and received an update on inquiries. All recommendations were carried as presented.

• Recommended retaining full Parking Reserve Fund balance (carried)
• Recommended lowering speed limit to 40 km/h on Joshua Street and Saddleridge Drive (carried)
• Recommended installing all-way stop controls at Olmstead/Lévis and Cumberland/Boteler (carried)
• Recommended lowering speed limits to 30 km/h in three gateway zones (carried)
• Recommended installing all-way stop control at Kimpton/Overland (carried)
• Recommended lowering speed limits to 40 km/h on Echowoods, Kimpton, and Stittsville Main (carried)
• Recommended installing all-way stop control at Liard/Basswood (carried)
• Carried motion for left-turn prohibition on Renfrew Ave at Bronson Ave (carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hold an electronic hearing to review various development applications. The agenda includes several adjourned items and hearings for residential or site plan modifications across multiple wards.

• Hearing for 2469 Russell (Ward 10)
• Hearing for 2008 Quincy (Ward 11)
• Hearing for 1209 Algoma & 1650 Comstock (Ward 11)
• Hearing for 58 Herridge (Ward 17)
• Hearing for 11 Tower (Ward 8)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hold an electronic hearing on April 6, 2022, to consider 11 applications for minor variances and consents to sever land. The agenda includes requests to grant an easement, permit a group home closer than allowed, sever warehouse properties, and subdivide land for residential development. Several items were previously adjourned and are being reconsidered.

• Easement for Hydro One Networks Inc. at 2469 Russell
• Group home variance at 2008 Quincy for Participation House Support Services
• Severance and increased floor space index for Iron Mountain warehouse at 1209 Algoma & 1650 Comstock
• Subdivision into two parcels at 2251 & 2253 Frank Bender (adjourned from July 2021)
• Subdivision into four parcels at 820 Grenon for existing townhouses (adjourned from March 2, 2022)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 held an electronic hearing on April 6, 2022, to consider 15 applications for minor variances and consents to subdivide or convey land across several wards. The committee heard and decided on applications including property subdivisions, conveyances to abutting owners, and a minor variance for a dwelling setback. Four applications were adjourned to future dates, and one was adjourned indefinitely due to a member's conflict of interest.

• Consent to convey part of 3457 Roger Stevens to abutting owner at 3469 Roger Stevens Drive
• Consent to subdivide 6086 Frontier into two lots for a surplus farm dwelling
• Minor variance for reduced side yard setbacks at 3420 Baskins Beach for a two-storey dwelling
• Consent to subdivide 7615 Soldier's Line into three parcels to create two new residential lots
• Adjournment of 8921 Malloch Lane application indefinitely due to member Steven Lewis's conflict of interest

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 will hold an electronic hearing on April 6, 2022, to consider 15 applications for minor variances and other property-related approvals across several wards. The agenda lists properties in Rideau-Goulbourn, West Carleton-March, Cumberland, and Osgoode, with several items adjourned from earlier meetings. Public participation is available via Zoom and written comments.

• 3457 Roger Stevens (Ward 21) - application D08-01-22/B-00046
• 122 Reis (Ward 5) - application D08-01-22/B-00051
• 1164 Highcroft (Ward 21) - application D08-02-22/A-00043
• 6086 Frontier (Ward 19) - application D08-01-22/B-00069
• 7615 Soldier's Line (Ward 21) - adjourned from Feb 2, 2022, application D08-01-21/B-00526

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is scheduled to hold hearings for several applications involving land subdivisions, residential renovations, and secondary unit additions. The agenda includes various proposals across the Kitchissippi, Rideau-Rockcliffe, and Capital wards.

• Subdivision of 262 Columbus into three parcels for two-storey townhouses
• Renovation and secondary suite addition at 490 Wellesley
• Property severance at 37 Grange to construct a semi-detached dwelling
• Subdivision of 499 Hilson for a new three-storey semi-detached dwelling
• Renovations to existing detached dwelling at 55 Armstrong

Transportation Committee

The Ottawa Transportation Committee is meeting to consider several traffic-related recommendations, including speed limit reductions on multiple streets, installation of all-way stop controls at several intersections, and the 2021 Parking Services Annual Report. The committee will also receive a status update on previous inquiries and motions. All items are recommendations to Council, not final decisions.

• Parking Services 2021 Annual Report; retain full Parking Reserve Fund balance
• Speed reduction to 40 km/h on Joshua Street and Saddleridge Drive
• All-way stop controls at Olmstead/Lévis, Cumberland/Boteler, Kimpton/Overland, Liard/Basswood
• Speed reduction to 30 km/h in three gateway zones in Rideau-Vanier and Rideau-Rockcliffe
• Speed reduction to 40 km/h on Echowoods Avenue, Kimpton Drive, Stittsville Main Street

Finance and Economic Development Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Committee is deciding on several financial items, including the disposition of the 2021 operating surplus, 2022 tax ratios and policies, and budgets for Business Improvement Areas. It will also consider a land exchange with the federal government. The meeting includes a response to an inquiry about towing companies.

• Transfer $23.114M 2021 operating surplus to Tax Stabilization Reserve; fund $8.085M police deficit from reserves
• Approve 2022 budgets and special levies for 20 BIAs and Sparks Street Mall Authority
• Adopt 2022 tax ratios, including residential at 1.00000 and commercial broad class at 1.89905
• Allocate $5.1M from notional tax rate adjustment: $2.3M to assessment growth, $2.8M to Tax Stabilization Reserve
• Land exchange of 529 and 530 Tremblay Road with the Crown

Community and Protective Services Committee

The Community and Protective Services Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend to Council several items, including a plan to sustain respite services for people experiencing homelessness, new policies for recreation funding and facility access, and a protocol with the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation. The committee will also consider proposals to rename or name several parks and facilities in honour of local figures, and appointments to the Accessibility Advisory Committee. The agenda includes responses to inquiries about plastic water bottles and the impact of the truck convoy occupation.

• Respite Services Sustainability Plan: proposes a service hub at 370 Catherine Street, delegated authority to maintain respite centres, and use of Tax Stabilization Reserve for funding shortfalls.
• Recreation Renewable Funding and Facility Access: approves new policies and delegates authority to the General Manager to manage agreements with not-for-profit community associations.
• City of Ottawa - Anishinabe Algonquin Nation Civic Cultural Protocol and Implementation Plan (2022-2026): recommends approval and directs staff to report back by Q2 2024.
• Commemorative naming proposals: rename Riverchase Park to Lyndon Hooper Park (570 Winterset Road), Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park to Cindy Mitchell Park (288 Chapel Street), Tillbury Park to David Shentow Park (725 Sherbourne Road), and name Parkdale Park stage as Pat MacLeod Community Stage (366 Parkdale Avenue) and cricket pitch in Lynda Lane Park as Jim Siew Cricket Pitch (580 Smyth Road).
• Appointments to Accessibility Advisory Committee: recommends approving Wayne Antle, Adele Furrie, and Mustafa Al-Humairi.

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission is reviewing the 2022 Business Plan and the 2021 Light Rail Regulatory Monitor annual report. The meeting includes a motion to request federal funding to offset OC Transpo's operating deficit caused by work-from-home models, and a proposal to study various fare structures.

• Motion to request federal funding to offset the $124 million 2020 budget deficit
• Proposal for a study on fare structures, including options for free transit in certain corridors or for students
• Presentation of the Light Rail Regulatory Monitor and Compliance Officer Annual Report for 2021
• Review of the Transit Services 2022 Business Plan
• Update on Confederation Line and bus service

The Transit Commission approved an amended motion requesting the Mayor seek federal funding to offset OC Transpo's operating deficit caused by the work-from-home model, and to expedite federal transit funding. The Commission also referred a motion to Council to study various fare structures, including free transit options. Several reports were received for information, and a notice of motion was given to add a standing Para Transpo update to future agendas.

• Approved amended motion requesting federal funding for OC Transpo deficit (carried as amended)
• Referred fare structure study motion to Council for April 13, 2022 meeting
• Received Confederation Line and bus service update for information
• Received Light Rail Regulatory Monitor and Compliance Officer Annual Report for 2021
• Received Transit Services 2022 Business Plan and 2021 reporting for information
• Received status update on inquiries and motions for period ending March 11, 2022
• Confirmed Minutes 30 from November 17, 2021

Transit Commission

The Ottawa Transit Commission is meeting to receive the Light Rail Regulatory Monitor and Compliance Officer Annual Report for 2021 and the Transit Services 2022 Business Plan. They will also discuss two referred motions: one requesting federal funding to offset OC Transpo's operating deficit due to work-from-home, and another to study the effects of various fare structures on ridership. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, declarations of interest, and status updates.

• Light Rail Regulatory Monitor and Compliance Officer Annual Report for 2021
• Transit Services 2022 Business Plan and reporting on 2021 Business Plan
• Motion requesting federal funding to offset OC Transpo operating deficit (referenced $124M 2020 deficit)
• Motion to study effects of fare structures on ridership, including free transit options
• Status update on inquiries and motions

The Transit Commission carried an amended motion requesting the Mayor write to federal officials for funding to offset OC Transpo's operating deficit caused by the work-from-home model, and to expedite federal operating funding by 2026. It also referred a motion on fare structure studies to Council for April 13, 2022. Other items were received as information, including the Light Rail Regulatory Monitor Annual Report and the 2022 Business Plan.

• Approved amended motion requesting federal funding for OC Transpo deficit (carried)
• Referred fare structure study motion to Council for April 13, 2022 (carried)
• Received Light Rail Regulatory Monitor and Compliance Officer Annual Report for 2021
• Received Transit Services 2022 Business Plan and 2021 report
• Received status update on inquiries and motions
• Confirmed minutes of November 17, 2021

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Board is considering a motion to invite the City of Ottawa's Auditor General to lead a joint review of the police response to the unlawful convoy protests. The agenda also includes proposals for 9-1-1 network upgrades and executive recruitment processes.

• Motion to invite the Auditor General to review the police response to the unlawful convoy protests
• Proposal to hire Odgers Berndtson for approximately $95,800 to support Chief and Deputy Chief recruitment
• Approval of $282,636.80 for 9-1-1 network migration from E911 to NG9-1-1
• Approval of $210,250.95 for NG9-1-1 service provisioning for Ottawa Fire Services
• Reinstatement of fees for Level 3 (Vulnerable Sector) volunteer background checks

Ottawa Police Services Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board is considering a joint independent review by the Auditor General regarding the response to the unlawful convoy protests. The Board will also discuss hiring an executive search firm for approximately $95,800 to recruit a new Chief and Deputy Chief of Police.

• Approval of Odgers Berndtson for Chief and Deputy Chief recruitment at approximately $95,800
• Invitation to the Auditor General to lead a review of the response to unlawful convoy protests
• Purchase of 9-1-1 network migration equipment and services for approximately $282,630.80
• Purchase of NG9-1-1 provisioning equipment for Ottawa Fire Services for approximately $210,250.95
• Reinstatement of fees for Level 3 Volunteer Vulnerable Sector Checks

Planning Committee

This is a special meeting of Ottawa's Planning Committee with a single substantive item: a recommendation to Council to approve an Official Plan amendment creating a new Secondary Plan for Manor Park North and South. The item was deferred from the March 10, 2022 meeting. The committee will also consider directing staff to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the property owner before the implementing by-law proceeds.

• Official Plan Amendment for Manor Park North and Manor Park South (multiple addresses), Rideau-Rockcliffe (13)
• Creation of a new Secondary Plan in Volume 2a of the Official Plan
• Implementing by-law not to proceed until Memorandum of Understanding is executed by owner
• Deferred from Planning Committee meeting of March 10, 2022

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is considering an amendment to the Official Plan to create a new Secondary Plan for Manor Park North and Manor Park South. The committee is also reviewing a recommendation that the implementing by-law proceed only after a Memorandum of Understanding is executed by the owner.

• Official Plan Amendment – Manor Park North and Manor Park South (ACS2022-PIE-PS-0021)

Ottawa Public Library Board

This special meeting of the Ottawa Public Library Board is called to receive a labour relations update and review a collective bargaining agreement ratification for OPL CUPE Local 503. The discussion regarding this agreement will take place in an in-camera session.

• In-camera labour relations update and collective bargaining ratification for OPL CUPE Local 503 Library Group

The Ottawa Public Library Board held a special meeting and ratified the collective agreement reached with OPL CUPE Local 503 – Library Group. The board also received a labour relations presentation and agreed to make the terms of the agreement public. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Ratified collective agreement with OPL CUPE Local 503 – Library Group (carried)
• Received labour relations presentation (carried)
• Agreed to make terms of the agreement public (carried)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is deciding on several major items, including adopting a one-percent Vacant Unit Tax starting in 2023, approving the City's response to the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force, and endorsing the functional design for the Brian Coburn/Cumberland Transitway Extension. The agenda also includes zoning amendments for specific properties, a front-ending agreement for a road, and various audit and committee reports. Most items are recommendations from committees that Council will vote on.

• Vacant Unit Tax: 1% tax on vacant residential properties starting 2023, revenue directed to affordable housing
• Front-ending agreement for Robert Grant Avenue (Stittsville North South Arterial Road) up to $20,334,800
• Zoning amendment for 6015, 6021, 6041 Fernbank Road to permit townhouses
• Official Plan and zoning amendments for 112 Montreal Road and 314 Gardner Street (buildings up to 37 stories)
• Brian Coburn/Cumberland Transitway Extension functional design approval

Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management

The Standing Committee is reviewing a motion to phase out gas-powered lawn and yard equipment in favor of electric alternatives. Members are also considering a spending plan for $216,775 in unspent Community Energy Innovation Fund money and revisions to the Rain Ready Ottawa pilot program.

• Motion to phase out gas-powered lawn and yard equipment when replacements are available
• Transfer of $216,775 in unspent Community Energy Innovation Fund budget
• Proposed revisions to the Rain Ready Ottawa grants program
• Study request for building mitigation measures and incentives
• Review of the Spongy Moth (LDD) Response Plan

The Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management carried a motion to phase out gas-powered lawn and yard equipment in city-owned and contracted services, with two councillors dissenting. The committee also approved a spending plan for $216,775 in unspent Community Energy Innovation Fund funds and endorsed changes to the Rain Ready Ottawa grants program. A motion to study incentives for climate-friendly buildings was received, and a motion to support the National Children's Botanical Garden project was carried.

• Approved phasing out gas-powered lawn equipment in city operations (carried, 2 dissenting)
• Approved $216,775 spending plan for Community Energy Innovation Fund (carried)
• Approved changes to Rain Ready Ottawa grants program (carried)
• Received motion to study building emission mitigation incentives (received, 1 dissenting)
• Carried motion to recommend Mayor write support letter for National Children's Botanical Garden
• Confirmed minutes of November 16, 2021 meeting (carried)

Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management

The Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management is reviewing a motion to study financial incentives for energy-efficient buildings. The committee is also considering a plan to phase out city-operated gas-powered lawn and yard equipment as electric alternatives become available.

• Motion to study mitigation measures and incentives for new and existing buildings
• Proposal to transfer $216,775 in unspent Community Energy Innovation Fund money to Energy Evolution
• Proposed revisions to the Rain Ready Ottawa pilot program grants
• Motion to phase out gas-powered lawn and yard equipment in city and contracted services
• Review of tree removal notifications and invasive species removals in public greenspaces

The Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management recommended Council approve phasing out gas-powered lawn and yard equipment in city operations, with two councillors dissenting. It also carried recommendations to transfer $216,775 in unspent Community Energy Innovation Fund money to Energy Evolution, approve changes to the Rain Ready Ottawa grants program, and support a letter for the National Children's Botanical Garden. The committee received updates on the sustainable design incentives motion and other reports.

• Carried motion to phase out gas-powered lawn equipment (with Darouze and Hubley dissenting)
• Carried recommendation to transfer $216,775 from Community Energy Innovation Fund to Energy Evolution
• Carried recommendation to approve Rain Ready Ottawa grants program changes
• Carried motion to recommend Mayor write letter of support for National Children's Botanical Garden
• Received motion on incentives for sustainable and resilient design (Hubley dissenting)
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions
• Confirmed minutes of November 16, 2021 meeting

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is holding an electronic hearing on March 16, 2022, to consider 18 applications for minor variances and consents (severances) on properties across Wards 5, 20, and 21. Several applications were adjourned from previous meetings in January and February 2022. The agenda lists the properties and application numbers but does not include details of the requests or staff recommendations.

• 18 applications for minor variances and consents
• Properties in Wards 5, 20, and 21
• 10 applications adjourned from January 12, 2022
• 2 applications adjourned from February 16, 2022
• Hearing held by electronic participation due to COVID-19

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is holding an electronic hearing on March 16, 2022, to consider seven applications for minor variances and other permissions under the Planning Act. The agenda lists applications at 360 First, 250 Atlantis (two items), 256 Rideau, 272 Dovercourt, 44 Eccles, and a continued item for 360-362 First. Public participation is via Zoom or written comments.

• 360 First (Ward 17) – application D08-02-22/A-00032
• 250 Atlantis (Ward 15) – applications D08-01-22/B-00042 and D08-02-22/A-00034 & A-00035
• 256 Rideau (Ward 12) – application D08-02-22/A-00033
• 272 Dovercourt (Ward 15) – application D08-01-22/B-00045
• 44 Eccles (Ward 14) – application D08-02-22/A-00026

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hold a public hearing on March 16, 2022, to review various development applications. The agenda includes several adjourned items from previous meetings regarding properties in multiple wards.

• Hearing for 619 Manor (Ward 13)
• Hearing for 301 & 303 Terry Fox (Ward 4)
• Hearing for 4 Pineglen (Ward 9)
• Hearing for 6330 Renaud (Ward 2)
• Hearing for 34 and 36 Granton (Ward 8)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to receive staff presentations on a pilot project for electric vehicle charging in the right-of-way and an update from the Accessibility Office. The committee will also confirm its 2022 meeting schedule and receive working group updates. Responses to two prior inquiries about accessible housing and common spaces in multi-unit buildings are on the agenda.

• Pilot electric vehicle charging in right-of-way project update
• Accessibility Office update
• Responses to inquiries AAC 01-21 (accessible housing) and AAC 02-21 (common spaces in multi-unit buildings)
• Confirmation of 2022 meeting schedule
• Working group updates

The Accessibility Advisory Committee confirmed its 2022 meeting schedule, adding a special meeting in April to receive a presentation on the City of Ottawa's Municipal Accessibility Plan. The committee also received updates on the pilot electric vehicle charging project and the Accessibility Office, and noted working group updates on Kirkwood Avenue accessibility and Para Transpo issues. No substantive decisions were made beyond the schedule confirmation.

• Confirmed 2022 meeting schedule with added April special meeting
• Received pilot electric vehicle charging in right-of-way project update for information
• Received Accessibility Office update for information
• Received working group updates for information

Planning Committee

Ottawa's Planning Committee is meeting to recommend Council actions on several planning items, including the city's response to the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force, a new High Performance Development Standard, and multiple zoning and official plan amendments. The committee will also consider heritage designations and an annual building code report. All items are recommendations to Council, with final decisions to be made at a later Council meeting.

• City's response to 55 Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations
• High Performance Development Standard with site plan and subdivision metrics, implementation by June 1, 2022
• Official Plan and zoning amendments for 112 Montreal Road and 314 Gardner Street to allow buildings of 37, 28, 16, and 8 storeys
• Zoning amendment for 50 The Driveway to permit a nine-storey apartment building, plus heritage easement and register addition
• Zoning amendments for residential subdivisions at 5957/5969 Fernbank Road, 4623 Spratt Road, and 879 River Road

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will consider the City of Ottawa's response to the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force's 55 recommendations, and a proposed High Performance Development Standard with new energy and emissions targets for new developments. The committee will also vote on several zoning and official plan amendments, including proposals for tall buildings at 112 Montreal Road and 314 Gardner Street, and a nine-storey building at 50 The Driveway. Other items include a new secondary plan for Manor Park, zoning changes for residential subdivisions on Fernbank, Spratt, and River roads, and a parking garage use at 170 Lees Avenue.

• City response to 55 Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations
• High Performance Development Standard with energy targets and incentives
• Official Plan and zoning amendments for 112 Montreal Road and 314 Gardner Street (37, 28, 16-storey residential buildings)
• Official Plan and zoning amendments for 50 The Driveway (nine-storey building, heritage easement)
• Zoning amendments for residential subdivisions at 5957/5969 Fernbank Road, 4623 Spratt Road, and 879 River Road

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to review its 2021 fourth-quarter financial status, including proposed transfers of operating surplus funds. The board will also receive updates on fundraising efforts and the Adisoke construction project, and will hold an in-camera session on security.

• Approve $1,244,060 transfer of Library Services operating surplus to Library Reserve
• Receive previously approved $4,000,000 transfer to OPL-LAC Joint Facility project
• 2021 Fourth Quarter Financial Status Report (OPLB-2022-0301)
• Fundraising Update (OPLB-2022-0302)
• Adisoke construction update and operational planning (OPLB-2022-0303)

The Ottawa Public Library Board received the 2021 fourth quarter financial report and approved transferring $1,244,060 in operating surplus to the Library Reserve, along with a previously approved $4,000,000 transfer to the OPL-LAC Joint Facility project. The board also received updates on service expansions, the Ādisōke construction project, and a security presentation in camera. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $1,244,060 operating surplus transfer to Library Reserve
• Approved $4,000,000 transfer to OPL-LAC Joint Facility project (previously approved October 2021)
• Received 2021 fourth quarter financial status report
• Received fundraising update
• Received Ādisōke construction update and operational planning report
• Received security update presentation (in camera)

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss two heritage items: an update on the city-wide Heritage Watch List (deferred from February) and a proposed Heritage Easement Agreement for 50 The Driveway, which would also add the property to the City of Ottawa's Heritage Register. The committee will make recommendations to Planning Committee and Council. The meeting is held electronically via Zoom.

• Heritage Watch List update (ACS2022-PIE-RHU-0003), city-wide, deferred from Feb 8, 2022
• Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act for 50 The Driveway, Somerset (14)
• Addition of 50 The Driveway to City of Ottawa's Heritage Register under Section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act
• Demolition permit application A20-005202 (received July 30, 2020) to be withdrawn as condition of register addition

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee carried recommendations to authorize a Heritage Easement Agreement for 50 The Driveway and add the property to the City of Ottawa's Heritage Register, contingent on withdrawal of the demolition permit. The committee also received an update on the Heritage Watch List and directed staff to prepare memoranda on Somerset House, tools to compel repairs of deteriorating heritage properties, and adding the Hintonburg Pumping Station to the watch list.

• Carried recommendation to authorize Heritage Easement Agreement for 50 The Driveway (as presented)
• Carried recommendation to add 50 The Driveway to City of Ottawa Heritage Register
• Received Heritage Watch List update with directions to staff
• Directed Legal Services to provide memorandum on Somerset House matter after March 17 court appearance
• Directed Heritage Planning staff to identify tools to compel property owners to address deteriorating heritage properties
• Directed Heritage Planning staff to consider adding Hintonburg Pumping Station to Heritage Watchlist

Built Heritage Sub-Committee

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee is meeting to consider two main items: a heritage approach for 50 The Driveway, which involves a heritage easement agreement and adding the property to the city's Heritage Register, and an update on the Heritage Watch List. The committee will also confirm minutes from the previous meeting and handle routine procedural matters.

• Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act for 50 The Driveway, tied to zoning amendment D02-02-21-0072
• Addition of 50 The Driveway to the City of Ottawa's Heritage Register under Section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act, effective upon withdrawal of demolition permit application A20-005202
• Heritage Watch List update (File ACS2022-PIE-RHU-0003), deferred from February 8, 2022 meeting
• Confirmation of minutes from February 8, 2022 meeting

The Built Heritage Sub-Committee carried recommendations to authorize a Heritage Easement Agreement for 50 The Driveway and add the property to the City's Heritage Register, contingent on withdrawal of a demolition permit. The committee also received an update on the Heritage Watch List and directed staff to prepare memoranda on specific heritage matters.

• Carried recommendation to authorize Heritage Easement Agreement for 50 The Driveway (Section 37, Ontario Heritage Act)
• Carried recommendation to add 50 The Driveway to Heritage Register, effective upon withdrawal of demolition permit A20-005202
• Received Heritage Watch List update with directions for staff memoranda on Somerset House and tools to compel repairs
• Confirmed minutes of February 8, 2022 meeting

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 will hold a hearing via electronic participation to review various land use applications. The agenda includes several items that were previously adjourned from earlier meeting dates.

• Hearing for 6470 Dwyer Hill (Ward 21)
• Hearing for 8647 Fallowfield (Ward 21)
• Hearing for 2508 McGee Side (Ward 5)
• Hearing for 3250 B River (Ward 20)
• Hearing for 4993 Rockdale (Ward 19)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is deciding on several city-wide transportation and street-use items, including approving the functional design for the Brian Coburn/Cumberland Transitway Extension, continuing the 2022 e-scooter pilot with a new procurement process, and temporary patio program changes. It will also receive results from the Paint It Up! program and consider a motion on Hickory Street encroachment fees. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and inquiry responses.

• Brian Coburn / Cumberland Transitway Extension (Navan Road to Blair Road at Innes Road) – approve functional design for Option 7 and interim transit priority measures
• Patio Innovation Program 2022 – delegate authority to close road segments and waive fees through Jan 1, 2023; amend Right of Way Patio By-law 2017-92 for 2022
• 2021 Electric Kick Scooter Strategy and Pilot Report – continue 2022 pilot, competitive procurement for up to two operators, fee structure changes, by-law amendments
• Hickory Street Partial Temporary Encroachment Fee Waiver – 50% fee reduction for 8 months (revenue loss $6,000) and allocate ~$650,000 in fees to streetscaping
• PAINT IT UP! Program Results – receive 2021 results and reaffirm funding with Crime Prevention Ottawa

The Transportation Committee approved the functional design for the Brian Coburn/Cumberland Transitway Extension (Option 7) and interim transit priority measures, but deferred the finalization of Environmental Study Reports until after a 100-day period for NCC-City negotiations. It also approved the 2022 Patio Innovation Program, the continuation of the e-scooter pilot with added operator requirements, and the Paint It Up! program results. A motion to allow e-scooter parking in on-street stalls was lost.

• Approved Brian Coburn/Cumberland Transitway Extension functional design, Option 7 (7-4)
• Approved interim transit priority measures for the extension
• Deferred finalization of Environmental Study Reports until after 100-day NCC-City joint committee period
• Requested Minister direct NCC to strike joint committee with City to resolve impasse within 100 days
• Directed staff to convene summit with GOHBA and major developers in Orléans
• Approved 2022 Patio Innovation Program, including road closures and patio by-law amendments
• Approved continuation of e-scooter pilot with new operator requirements (geofencing, end-of-trip approval, wrong-way tech)
• Lost motion to allow e-scooter parking in on-street stalls (3-6)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 met on March 2, 2022, via electronic participation to hear 10 applications for minor variances and site plans. The agenda includes procedural items such as roll call and confirmation of minutes, followed by hearings for properties in Wards 14, 15, and 16. Two applications for 925 Falaise Road were adjourned from a previous meeting in February 2022.

• Hearing for 440 Highcroft (Ward 15) regarding applications D08-01-22/B-00023 and D08-01-22/B-00024
• Hearing for 21 Ladouceur (Ward 15) regarding application D08-02-22/A-00016
• Hearing for 40 Kenora (Ward 15) regarding applications D08-01-22/B-00018 and D08-01-22/B-00019
• Hearing for 490 McLeod (Ward 14) regarding application D08-02-22/A-00014
• Hearing for 925 Falaise (Ward 16) regarding applications adjourned from February 2, 2022

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is scheduled to hold a hearing for various development applications. The agenda includes several cases involving minor variances and consents across different wards.

• Hearing of applications for 2469 Chasseur (Ward 17)
• Hearing of applications for 163-165 Longpre (Ward 12)
• Hearing of applications for 3555 Borrisokane (Ward 3)
• Hearing of applications for 1487-1493 Morriset (Ward 16)
• Hearing of applications for 820-826 Grenon (Ward 7)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to receive an update on the Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department's 2022 work plan. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including declarations of interest, confirmation of minutes, and routine business.

• Receive 2022 work plan from Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department
• Confirm minutes from November 10, 2021 meeting
• Public comments accepted until 3:30 pm on March 2, 2022

The Planning Advisory Committee deferred confirmation of its previous minutes and received an informational update on the Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development Department's 2022 work plan. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of a staff presentation and discussion on topics such as the New Official Plan, housing affordability, and climate change. The committee also scheduled future staff presentations and considered a possible special meeting in June.

• Deferred confirmation of Minutes 7 – November 10, 2021
• Received 2022 PRED work plan update for information

Finance and Economic Development Committee

The Finance and Economic Development Committee will consider recommending a 1% Vacant Unit Tax on residential properties for the 2022 vacancy period, with revenues directed to affordable housing. The committee will also review the 2021 statement of council remuneration, the City Clerk's annual report, updates on the 2022 municipal elections, and a land exchange involving Tremblay Road properties.

• Proposed 1% Vacant Unit Tax on residential properties starting 2023
• 2021 statement of remuneration, benefits, and expenses paid to council members and appointees
• Office of the City Clerk 2021 annual report and records retention by-law amendments
• 2022 municipal elections update, including alternative voting method by-law and election-related by-law amendments
• Land exchange of 529 and 530 Tremblay Road with the federal government

The Finance and Economic Development Committee approved a one percent vacant unit tax on residential properties, starting in 2023 for the 2022 vacancy period, with net revenues directed to affordable housing. The committee also received the 2021 remuneration report, approved election-related by-law amendments including a mail-in voting method, and deferred a land exchange involving 529 and 530 Tremblay Road to April 5, 2022. All items will go to Council on March 23, 2022.

• Approved Vacant Unit Tax program at 1% for 2023 (carried)
• Received 2021 statement of remuneration, benefits, and expenses
• Approved amendments to Records Retention and Disposition By-law
• Approved use of mail-in ballots for 2022 municipal elections
• Approved amendments to election-related by-laws and policies
• Deferred land exchange of 529 and 530 Tremblay Road to April 5, 2022
• Directed staff to provide affordable housing path for Tremblay Road properties

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health meeting includes receiving verbal reports from the Chair and Medical Officer of Health. The Board will also review a report on contracts awarded between January 1 and June 30, 2021, and approve attendance at a public health symposium.

• Approval of participation in the alPHa Winter Symposium and Board of Health Section Meeting
• Review of contracts awarded from January 1 to June 30, 2021
• Receipt of verbal reports from the Chair and Medical Officer of Health

Planning Committee

The committee is considering a $20.3 million front-ending agreement for the construction of Robert Grant Avenue in Stittsville. Other items include a zoning amendment for townhouses on Fernbank Road and a consultation process for a landmark building on Kent and MacLaren Streets.

• Front-ending agreement for Robert Grant Avenue up to $20,334,800 plus taxes
• Public art funding of $142,670 for the Robert Grant Avenue project
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 6015, 6021 and 6041 Fernbank Road to permit townhouses
• Consultation process for a landmark building at 359 Kent, 436 and 444 MacLaren Street
• Amendment to development agreement for World Exchange Plaza at 45 O'Connor Street

The Planning Committee approved a zoning by-law amendment for townhouses at 6015, 6021, and 6041 Fernbank Road, and recommended Council authorize a front-ending agreement with Fernbank Landowners Group Ltd. for the design and construction of Robert Grant Avenue (Stittsville North South Arterial Road) up to $20,334,800 plus taxes and indexing. The Committee also recommended Council adopt a formal review and public consultation program for a proposed landmark building at 359 Kent, 436 and 444 MacLaren Street, and recommended Council authorize the General Manager to negotiate an amendment to 'sunset' the historic development agreement for World Exchange Plaza at 45 O'Connor Street. All items carried as presented or as amended.

• Approved zoning by-law amendment for townhouses at 6015, 6021, 6041 Fernbank Road (carried)
• Recommended Council authorize front-ending agreement for Robert Grant Avenue up to $20,334,800 (carried)
• Recommended Council adopt formal review and public consultation program for landmark building at 359 Kent, 436, 444 MacLaren Street (carried, as amended)
• Recommended Council authorize amendment to sunset historic development agreement for World Exchange Plaza, 45 O'Connor Street (carried, as amended)
• Received status update on Planning Committee inquiries and motions for period ending January 28, 2022 (received)

Ottawa Police Services Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board is holding a special meeting on February 24, 2022, via Zoom. The only public item is a verbal update from the Chief on police operations to remove unlawful protests, received for information. The board will also hold an in camera session before the public meeting to discuss two labour relations matters and one personnel matter. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2022.

• Verbal update from Chief on police operations to remove unlawful protests
• In camera: Labour Relations Matter (item 1)
• In camera: Labour Relations Matter (item 2)
• In camera: Personnel Matter (item 3)
• Next regular meeting: Monday, March 28, 2022, 4:00 PM

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to consider several planning items, including a zoning amendment for townhouses on Fernbank Road, a review process for a landmark building, and a front-ending agreement for Robert Grant Avenue. The most consequential item is a proposed $20,334,800 front-ending agreement with Fernbank Landowners Group Ltd. for the design and construction of Robert Grant Avenue (Stittsville North South Arterial Road) from Abbott Street East to Hazeldean Road. Several items were deferred from the February 10 meeting and will be discussed again.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for part of 6015, 6021 and 6041 Fernbank Road to permit townhouses (deferred from Feb 10)
• Front-Ending Agreement with Fernbank Landowners Group Ltd. for Robert Grant Avenue, up to $20,334,800 plus taxes and indexing
• Public art funding of $142,670 for the Robert Grant Avenue project
• Formal Review and Public Consultation Program for a Landmark Building at 359 Kent, 236 and 444 MacLaren Street
• Process for refinements to Development Agreement for World Exchange Plaza, 45 O'Connor Street (deferred from Feb 10)

City Council

Ottawa City Council meets electronically to receive an update on the city's response to the truck convoy demonstration and illegal occupation, and to decide on several reports. Key items include approving accountability agreements with Ontario Health, waiving property policies to transfer surplus land at 3380 Jockvale Road to Ottawa Community Housing for $2 to create affordable housing, and ruling on heritage applications in Rockcliffe Park. Council will also consider motions on the red pine forest near Hunt Club Road and a brownfield grant correction for 180 Metcalfe Street.

• Update on city's response to truck convoy demonstration and illegal occupation
• Transfer of surplus land at 3380 Jockvale Road to Ottawa Community Housing for $2 for affordable housing
• Refuse new construction at 480 Cloverdale Road in Rockcliffe Park Heritage Conservation District
• Approve alterations at 619 Manor Avenue in Rockcliffe Park Heritage Conservation District
• Brownfield grant for 180 Metcalfe Street up to $754,924, with $641,685 development charge deferral

Council approved a package of measures to support businesses and residents affected by the three-week truck convoy occupation, including $450,000 in funding for Business Improvement Areas and business associations, $50,000 for the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition, free parking in downtown and ByWard Market lots, and expanded no-charge transit on Line 1. Council also directed the CFO to report on deferring interim property taxes for affected businesses, and approved a motion to study closing Wellington Street to vehicles. All motions were carried, with the free parking motion passing 16-7.

• Approved $450,000 from Tax Stabilization Reserve for BIA recovery funding (carried)
• Approved $50,000 to Ottawa Music Industry Coalition for City Sounds Series (carried)
• Approved free parking in downtown and ByWard Market lots Feb 25-Mar 31 (16-7)
• Expanded no-charge transit to Line 1, funded from Transit Operating Reserve (carried)
• Directed CFO to report on deferring interim 2022 property taxes for affected businesses (carried)
• Approved study of temporary Wellington Street closure and potential federal transfer (carried, Chiarelli dissenting)
• Approved transfer of surplus land at 3380 Jockvale Road to Ottawa Community Housing for $2 (carried)
• Declared March 14, 2022 as Valentine's Day in Ottawa (carried)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will receive and recommend Council approval of three audit reports: the 2021 Fraud and Waste Hotline report, an audit of zero-emission buses (Sprint 1), and an audit of Ottawa Community Housing's Development and Renewal Plan. The committee will also receive a verbal status update on outstanding audit recommendations. The meeting is held electronically via Zoom.

• 2021 Report on the Fraud and Waste Hotline (ACS2022-OAG-BVG-001)
• Audit of Zero-Emission Buses Sprint 1 (ACS2022-OAG-BVG-002)
• Audit of Ottawa Community Housing's Development and Renewal Plan (ACS2022-OAG-BVG-003)
• Verbal status update on OAG's progress reviewing outstanding audit recommendations
• Confirmation of minutes from December 3, 2021

The Audit Committee received the 2021 Fraud and Waste Hotline report, the audit of zero-emission buses Sprint 1, and the audit of Ottawa Community Housing's Development and Renewal Plan, all as presented. The committee also heard a verbal update on the Auditor General's progress reviewing outstanding recommendations, noting 38 of 40 reviewed were adequately addressed.

• Received the 2021 Report on the Fraud and Waste Hotline as presented.
• Received and carried the audit report on Zero-Emission Buses Sprint 1, recommending Council consider and approve the audit recommendations.
• Received the audit report on Ottawa Community Housing's Development and Renewal Plan as presented.
• Confirmed Minutes 13 from December 3, 2021.

Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to receive a presentation on the Parkland Dedication Bylaw and policies from the Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan, and to confirm its 2022 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes routine items such as confirmation of minutes, declarations of interest, and adjournment.

• Parkland Dedication Bylaw & Policies resulting from Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan (presentation for information)
• Confirmation of 2022 meeting schedule
• Confirmation of Minutes 11 from November 9, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for May 24, 2022

The Arts, Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee received a staff presentation on the Parkland Dedication Bylaw and Policies resulting from the Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan, for information only. The committee also confirmed its 2022 meeting schedule. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Received staff presentation on Parkland Dedication Bylaw & Policies (information only)
• Confirmed 2022 meeting schedule

Ottawa Police Services Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board is holding a special meeting on February 17, 2022, via Zoom, with the sole substantive item being the election of a chair and vice chair. The agenda contains no other business items, only adjournment and scheduling of the next regular meeting.

• Election of chair and vice chair
• Next regular meeting scheduled for Monday, February 28, 2022, at 4:00 PM

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting called by Mayor Watson to discuss the ongoing impacts of the truck convoy demonstration and illegal occupation on residents and businesses. The agenda includes verbal updates from the Ottawa Police, the Ottawa Police Services Board chair, and the City Manager, followed by procedural motions. No formal decisions or specific proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Verbal update from Ottawa Police and Chair, Ottawa Police Services Board
• Verbal update from City Manager and City officials
• Meeting held by electronic participation under Municipal Act, 2001

City Council held a special meeting to address the ongoing truck convoy occupation. Council voted to replace several City-appointed members of the Ottawa Police Services Board, including appointing Councillor Eli El-Chantiry to the Mayor's seat and recommending him as Chair. Council also passed motions condemning protesters near schools, directing the Mayor to apologize to residents, and making some OC Transpo routes fare-free in affected areas.

• Appointed Councillor Eli El-Chantiry to the Ottawa Police Services Board, replacing Councillor Diane Deans (Carried, 15-9).
• Defeated a motion to appoint Councillor Jan Harder to the Ottawa Police Services Board, replacing Councillor Carol Ann Meehan (Lost, 11-13).
• Appointed Suzanne Valiquette to the Ottawa Police Services Board, replacing Sandy Smallwood (Carried).
• Appointed Councillor Jeff Leiper to the Ottawa Police Services Board, replacing Councillor Rawlson King (Carried).
• Carried a motion to condemn the presence of Freedom Convoy protesters in or near school zones.
• Carried a motion directing the Mayor to issue a formal apology to residents for failing to protect them.
• Carried a motion to provide fare-free OC Transpo bus and Para Transpo service in affected areas starting February 20, 2022.
• Carried a motion supporting the full deployment of enforcement tools to end the occupation, even if it contravenes the mayor's 'backchannel' deal.

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 will hold a hearing for various property applications in Ottawa. The agenda includes several items regarding rezoning and site plan requests across multiple wards.

• 54 York (Ward 12)
• 661 Keenan (Ward 15)
• 41, 43 Hampton (Ward 15)
• 325 Hinchey (Ward 15)
• 195 Hopewell (Ward 17)

Transit Commission

This meeting of the Transit Commission was cancelled. The agenda included items that would have been discussed, such as a Confederation Line and bus service update, the 2022 business plan, and two referred motions on federal funding and a fare structure study.

• Meeting cancelled; no decisions made
• Confederation Line and bus service update (item 1)
• Transit Services 2022 Business Plan and 2021 reporting (item 2)
• Motion to request federal funding to offset OC Transpo operating deficit (item 4)
• Motion to study effects of various fare structures on ridership (item 5)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is holding an electronic hearing on February 16, 2022, to consider nine applications for minor variances and consents at properties across Ottawa wards 5, 20, and 21. The agenda lists each property address and application number, but does not include details on the nature of each request. Public participation is available via written comments, verbal comments, or registration to speak.

• 6981 Fennell (Ward 21) - application D08-02-21/A-00439
• 3016 Upper Dwyer Hill (Ward 5) - application D08-01-21/B-00501
• 4416 Stonecrest (Ward 5) - application D08-02-21/A-00407
• 8504 Purdy (Ward 21) - applications D08-01-21/B-00534 and B-00535
• 2170 Ottawa Rd 29 (Ward 5) - application D08-01-21/B-00453, adjourned from February 2, 2022

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hold an electronic hearing to review various land use applications. The agenda includes several hearings for property modifications and site plan considerations across multiple wards.

• Hearing for 20 Robina (Ward 8)
• Hearing for 2 David (Ward 8)
• Hearing for 183 Britannia (Ward 7)
• Hearing for 100-130 Colonnade (Ward 9)
• Adjourned applications for 1127 Avignon and 318 & 320 Mona

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for February 15, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda lists standard procedural items and presentations, but the document explicitly marks the meeting as 'CANCELLED'. Consequently, no decisions were made on the listed topics.

• Meeting status: CANCELLED
• Agenda item: Pilot Electric Vehicle Charging in Right of Way - Project Update
• Agenda item: Accessibility Office Update
• Agenda item: New Civic Hospital Accessibility Concerns (Councillor Shawn Menard)
• Agenda item: Confirmation of 2022 Meeting Schedule

Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management

The scheduled meeting of the Standing Committee on Environmental Protection, Water and Waste Management for February 15, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda contained items regarding incentives for sustainable building design and a proposal to phase out gas-powered yard equipment.

• Motion to study additional mitigation measures and incentives for new and existing buildings
• Notice of motion to phase out city-operated gas-powered lawn and yard equipment
• Annual drinking water source protection status update for 2021

Ottawa Police Services Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board met via Zoom for a special meeting. The agenda included an information briefing regarding the Enhanced Integrated Command Centre and a closed session regarding intelligence on demonstrations.

• Briefing on Enhanced Integrated Command Centre
• In camera briefing on intelligence surrounding demonstrations

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting called by Mayor Watson to discuss the ongoing impacts of the truck convoy demonstration and illegal occupation on residents and businesses. Council will receive verbal updates from Ottawa Police and from the City Manager and city officials, then rise and report. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Verbal update from Ottawa Police
• Verbal update from City Manager and city officials
• Meeting held by electronic participation under Municipal Act, 2001

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to receive several verbal reports for information, including updates from the Chair and Medical Officer of Health. The agenda also includes reviewing awarded contracts from early 2021 and approving board member participation in a winter symposium.

• Verbal report from the Chair of the Board of Health
• Verbal report from the Medical Officer of Health
• Review of contracts awarded from January 1 to June 30, 2021
• Approval of participation in the alPHa Winter Symposium and Board of Health Section Meeting

City Council

Mayor Watson called this special meeting to address the ongoing impacts of the truck convoy demonstration and illegal occupation. The agenda includes verbal updates from the Ottawa Police and the City Manager.

• Update from Ottawa Police
• Update from the City Manager and City officials

Ottawa Police Services Board

The Ottawa Police Services Board met for a special meeting to receive an information update. The Chief of Police will provide a verbal report regarding ongoing demonstrations.

• Chief and Command update on ongoing demonstrations

Planning Committee

Ottawa's Planning Committee meets electronically to consider a zoning amendment for townhouses on Fernbank Road, endorse a site plan for a 2,500-space parking garage tied to the Ottawa Hospital Master Plan, and recommend changes to the World Exchange Plaza development agreement. A motion seeks to defer the garage item to allow accessibility committee input. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes and a status update.