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Ottawa public meetings in 2024

169 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 5:30 PM

Planning Advisory Committee

Planning Advisory Committee to receive update on 2024 New Zoning By-law

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a Vice-Chair and review minutes from February 2024. The committee will also receive an informational presentation regarding the 2024 New Zoning By-law.

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Thu Dec 12, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Ottawa Investment Board

Board to review confidential report on outsourced chief investment officer

The Ottawa Investment Board will move part of the meeting in‑camera to receive a confidential report from Eckler Limited about candidates for an outsourced Chief Investment Officer. The board will then proceed with the next steps in the selection process. Other agenda items include adoption of the agenda, confirmation of the July 17, 2024 minutes, and distribution of public notices in English and French.

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Wed Dec 11, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council to approve 2025 draft operating and capital budgets

At the December 11 meeting, Ottawa City Council will consider and approve the draft operating and capital budgets for 2025 across multiple departments, including Finance, Police, Public Library, and Health. The council will also receive a petition signed by 61 residents asking the council to reject a proposal for a 5‑unit apartment building at 121 Brae Crescent. A roadmap motion will be presented to guide further consideration of the 2025 budgets.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2. The 2025 Ottawa Police Service Draft Operating and Capital Budgets, as recommended by the Ottawa Police Services Board;
18 yea · 5 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · R. Brockington yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · S. Plante yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · T. Kavanagh nay · R. King nay · J. Leiper nay · S. Menard nay · L. Johnson nay
The Transit budget was Carried as amended on a vote of 18 yeas to 7 nays, with Councillor J. Leiper dissenting on 10C. As the Tierney/Leiper Motion (OCC Motion 2024-48-07) was Carried, Sections 10A…
18 yea · 7 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · J. Leiper yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · J. Bradley yea · S. Plante yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · R. King nay · R. Brockington nay · S. Menard nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Devine nay · A. Troster nay · W. Lo nay
That the Brown/Luloff Motion (OCC Motion 2024-48-08) be referred to the Transportation Committee.
14 yea · 11 nay
G. Gower yea · T. Kavanagh yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · S. Menard yea · D. Hill yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Luloff nay · L. Dudas nay · T. Tierney nay · G. Darouze nay · A. Hubley nay · C. Curry nay · C. Kelly nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Plante nay · D. Brown nay · M. Sutcliffe nay
BE IT RESOLVED that Council approve the recommendations of the Committee of the Whole with respect the Draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budget reports, including adoption of the 2025 budgets for the…
22 yea · 3 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · R. King yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · S. Menard yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · J. Bradley yea · S. Plante yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · J. Leiper nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Devine nay
Wed Dec 11, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 to review multiple housing and land applications

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear several minor variance and consent applications. The body will consider requests for new residential constructions, property subdivisions, and easement establishments across various wards.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee considers 28-unit apartment and several property subdivisions

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is reviewing minor variance and consent applications for residential and commercial properties. The body is deciding on requests for reduced parking, yard setbacks, and the subdivision of lots.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee

Committee to review Community Safety and Well-Being plan updates

The Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on social development, poverty reduction, and mental well-being. The body will also discuss the review and funding of the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Built Heritage Committee

Committee will recommend designating the Église évangélique baptiste at 284 King Edward Ave

The Built Heritage Committee will consider several heritage applications, including a recommendation to designate the Église évangélique baptiste at 284 King Edward Avenue under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. It will also review demolition and new‑construction applications for 120 Juliana Road, demolition at 79 Guigues Avenue, and alteration and new‑construction applications for 219‑223 Bank Street and 178 Nepean Street, as well as objections to designations at 159 Montréal Road and 50 Carruthers Avenue. All recommendations will be forwarded to City Council for a meeting on December 11, 2024.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report Recommendation(s) That the Built Heritage Committee recommend that Council: Approve the application to demolish the building at 79 Guigues Avenue, conditional upon: That until the time of the…
5 yea · 4 nay
R. King yea · C. Kelly yea · S. Plante yea · A. Troster yea · V. Dhote yea · J. Leiper nay · C. Quinn nay · C. Legault nay · J. Maddigan nay
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 hears multiple residential subdivision requests

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is reviewing several consent and minor variance applications. Most items involve subdividing properties for new residential dwellings or adjusting building setbacks and heights.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Sun Dec 8, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Ottawa Police Service Board to discuss labour relations in camera

The board is meeting to consider a motion to move into a private session. The purpose of the in camera session is to discuss a labour relations matter.

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Thu Dec 5, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

Committee to review 2025 budget and zoning changes

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will consider the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets and review several zoning by-law amendments. The committee will also discuss a rural community-building grant application.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Dec 4, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Committee considers multiple zoning amendments for residential and mixed-use projects

The Planning and Housing Committee is reviewing several proposed zoning by-law amendments for residential developments and mixed-use buildings. The body is deciding whether to recommend these approvals to Council for a final decision on December 11, 2024.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Dec 3, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

Finance Committee recommends multiple $9‑$16 million affordable‑housing grants

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee will consider the draft 2025 operating and capital budgets and recommend them to Council. It will also recommend approval of several Tax Increment Equivalent Grants for affordable‑housing projects, totaling roughly $50 million across six sites. Additional items include a land acquisition for the Riverside South Recreation Complex and other property purchases, a ward‑boundary amendment for the 2026 election, and a by‑law to expropriate land for the Bank Street Renewal project.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report recommendation(s) That the Finance and Corporate Services Committee recommend City Council: Approve the fee simple acquisition of a 223-acre parcel of land, including structures, legally…
8 yea · 3 nay
L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · S. Menard yea · C. Curry yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · M. Luloff nay · C. Kitts nay · G. Darouze nay
Tue Dec 3, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Ottawa Public Library Board

Library Board to consider 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to review and potentially approve the 2025 Draft Budget and a governance action plan. The board will also receive an update on the Ādisōke building project.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Audit Committee

Audit Committee will review the 2025 operating and capital budgets

The Audit Committee will consider the City’s 2025 draft operating and capital budgets and formulate recommendations for Council. It will also receive the 2024 KPMG Financial Statement Audit Plan for information. The committee will recommend approval of the Office of the Auditor General’s Audit Charter. Minutes from the previous meeting (September 20, 2024) will be confirmed.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Board approves 2025 budget and major funding allocations

The Ottawa Police Service Board approved the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget, delegating authority to the Chief of Police for a $5.4 million fleet replacement program and a $1.9 million Conducted Energy Weapon program. The Board also reduced the capital order 903447 South Facility by $6 million, closed capital order 907491 Elgin Refit returning $10,354,976, and refinanced $7,771,192 of the South Facility financing. Additional approvals included registration and a $2,000 gold sponsorship for the Canadian Association of Police Governance Winter Summit, and the ratification of several police officer and special constable appointments.

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Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Board of Health

Ottawa Board of Health approves 2025 draft operating budget

The Ottawa Board of Health will consider and adopt several reports, including the 2025 Draft Operating Budget for the Board, the update to the 2023‑2027 Strategic Action Plan, and a confirmation by‑law. The Board will also receive verbal reports from the Chair and the Medical Officer of Health for information. An in‑camera performance appraisal of the Medical Officer of Health will be noted but not reported publicly.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Board considers moving meeting in camera to discuss demonstrations, lease renewal and other matters

The Ottawa Police Service Board will consider a motion to adjourn the public portion of its meeting and continue in camera. If approved, the in‑camera session would cover updates on demonstrations and event management, operational matters, lease renewal, the 2023‑2024 executive succession management report, a delay application, labour‑relations issues and legal matters. No other agenda items involve decisions or proposals.

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Fri Nov 29, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Light Rail Sub-Committee

Stage 2 Light Rail Transit report received for information

The Light Rail Sub‑Committee will review the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project construction update (file ACS‑TSD‑RCP‑0005) and receive the report for information. The agenda also includes routine items such as public notices, confirmation of minutes, declarations of interest, and other procedural business. No formal decisions or motions are scheduled for this meeting.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Nov 28, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Transportation Committee

Transportation Committee to recommend 2025 operating and capital budgets to Council

The committee will review the draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets and make a recommendation to Council on December 11, 2024. It will also consider the Road Safety Action Plan, approving the 2025 implementation plan, and a motion to create a Community Safety Zone on Prestwick Drive between Des Epinettes Avenue and Innes Road. Additional items include a status update on committee inquiries and motions and confirmation of the October 15‑24 meeting minutes.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Nov 27, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council to reprimand Councillor Kelly for conduct violations

City Council will receive the Integrity Commissioner’s report recommending a reprimand for Councillor Kelly. The council will also consider several heritage matters, including approving an alteration at 310 St. Patrick Street and designating multiple properties under the Ontario Heritage Act. A fee increase of $200 for Council‑level heritage permit applications and an amendment to the Corporate Studies Development Charge are also on the agenda.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Community Services Committee

Committee will review the draft 2025 operating and capital budgets

The Community Services Committee will examine the draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets and make recommendations to Council for the December 11 meeting. It will also receive a response to an inquiry about funding for food security in 2025 and a response regarding seasonal recruitment of lifeguards. Additional reports on delegated authority use by the Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department and the Community and Social Services Department for 2023 will be provided for information.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Community Services Committee allow discussion of this item for consideration by the committee at today’s meeting, pursuant to subsection 89(4) of the Procedure By-law (being…
7 yea · 4 nay
L. Dudas yea · R. King yea · D. Hill yea · J. Bradley yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · T. Kavanagh nay · S. Plante nay · A. Troster nay · M. Carr nay
Mon Nov 25, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Audit Committee

No agenda items were listed for this Audit Committee meeting.

The agenda for the Ottawa Audit Committee meeting on November 25, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder or empty agenda without substantive discussion topics. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are detailed.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Nov 25, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Transit Commission

Transit Commission to review 2025 draft operating and capital budgets

The Transit Commission will consider the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets and make recommendations to Council for a December 11 meeting. The agenda also includes responses to inquiries regarding transitway fines, special constables, and 60-foot buses.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved on behalf of the Long Range Financial Plan Transit Working Group: WHEREAS the City of Ottawa is committed to fostering affordability, accessibility, and inclusivity for all residents…
8 yea · 1 nay
G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · M. Carr yea · W. Lo yea · S. Menard nay
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Transit Commission recommend that Council, sitting as Committee of the Whole, approve the Transit Commission 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budgets, as follows: Transit…
6 yea · 3 nay
G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · J. Leiper yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · M. Carr yea · R. Brockington nay · S. Menard nay · W. Lo nay
Fri Nov 22, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

Review of 2025 draft operating and capital budgets for Ottawa Police

The Finance and Audit Committee will confirm the agenda and the minutes from the 18 October 2024 meeting. Members will receive a presentation on the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets and related delegations for information and consideration. The committee will also address any declarations of interest and other business items.

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Thu Nov 21, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

Committee reviews 2025 draft operating and capital budget

The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee will examine the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget and prepare recommendations for Council on December 11, 2024. It will also receive a status update report from the Office of the City Clerk for information. The meeting includes confirmation of the previous minutes and distribution of public notices.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee of Adjustment hears applications for property subdivisions and variances

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is reviewing several consent and minor variance applications. The body is deciding on requests to subdivide lots for residential development and granting variances for building setbacks and parking.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Committee recommends approving amendment to Development Charges By-law 2024-218

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend that Council approve the amendment to the Development Charges By-law 2024-218 that reimposes the Corporate Studies Development Charge. The committee will also review the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets for the Planning and Housing portfolio and prepare recommendations for Council at the Committee of the Whole on December 11, 2024. Additional items include distribution of information on the Affordable Housing Acquisition/Preservation Fund and routine procedural notices.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Amendment:
8 nay · 4 yea
J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · L. Johnson yea · A. Troster yea · L. Dudas nay · G. Gower nay · T. Kavanagh nay · T. Tierney nay · C. Kitts nay · C. Curry nay · C. Kelly nay · W. Lo nay
Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee reviews Lansdowne 2.0 accessibility and parks by-law

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations and provide feedback on several city initiatives. These include accessibility designs for the Lansdowne 2.0 North Side Stands and a review of the Parks and Facilities By-law.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee grants consent to subdivide 6255 Prince of Wales for new farm dwelling

The Panel will hear a series of consent and minor variance applications for properties in the Rideau-Jock and West Carleton-March wards. Several applications, including the 6255 Prince of Wales subdivision, have been approved. Other items under consideration involve subdivisions at 6437 Prince of Wales, 1500 Thomas Argue, and 5190 MacHardy, as well as a minor variance at 6051 Herberts Corners.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Environment and Climate Change Committee

Committee reviews 2025 draft operating and capital budget

The Environment and Climate Change Committee will examine the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget, including tax‑supported and rate‑supported programs, and make recommendations to Council for the December 11 meeting. It will also receive the external audit results for in‑house solid waste collection and information on normal farm practices. No formal decisions are recorded for this meeting.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 hears multiple property variance and consent requests

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for minor variances and property consents. These requests include changes to parking requirements, setbacks, and the subdivision of land for new dwellings.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Mon Nov 18, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Transit Commission

No substantive items listed for Transit Commission meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed in the record.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Nov 14, 2024 · 6:30 PM

French Language Services Advisory Committee

Committee reviews 2025 draft budget and social service programs

The French Language Services Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the 2025 draft operating and capital budget. The committee will also review and provide feedback on programs and services from the Community and Social Services Department and Children's Services.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BE IT RESOLVED that the French Language Services Advisory Committee (FLSAC) authorize the FLSAC Chair and Vice Chair to submit the Committee's consolidated comments on the 2025 Draft Operating and…
6 yea
Mireille Brownhill yea · Marc Beaudry yea · Diane Desaulniers yea · Katherine Dupuis yea · Danièle Filion yea · Neiges Sénéchal yea
Wed Nov 13, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Board tables Ottawa Police Service 2025 draft budget for future consideration

The Ottawa Police Service Board held a special meeting on November 13, 2024 to receive and table the draft operating and capital budgets for 2025. The budgets were provided in English and French PDF files and an online budget book. The Board will consider the budgets at its regular meeting on November 25, 2024.

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Wed Nov 13, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council receives draft 2025 operating and capital budgets

City Council is receiving and tabling draft 2025 budgets for the city, police service, public library, board of health, and committee of adjustment. These budgets will be referred to standing committees and the Transit Commission before further consideration on December 11, 2024.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Committee recommendation(s) That Council approve: that, given the context of the corridor, the McBean Street Resurfacing project scope of work be limited to widening the sidewalks and resurfacing the…
20 yea · 4 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · R. King yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · S. Menard yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · T. Kavanagh nay · J. Leiper nay · S. Plante nay · A. Troster nay
Committee Recommendation(s) as amended That Council: Receive an update on the Vacant Unit Tax program; and Approve enhancements to the program and by-law as outlined in this report; and Amend the…
15 yea · 9 nay
G. Gower yea · T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · S. Menard yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · S. Plante yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · M. Luloff nay · L. Dudas nay · G. Darouze nay · A. Hubley nay · D. Hill nay · C. Kelly nay · D. Brown nay · S. Desroches nay · W. Lo nay
WHEREAS staff recommended that Section 2.2 Hub Designation, Policy 4) in the Lincoln Fields Secondary Plan be read as follows: “Buildings within the Hub designation that front onto Richmond Road…
20 yea · 3 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · A. Hubley yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · T. Kavanagh nay · S. Menard nay · S. Plante nay
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Built Heritage Committee

Committee will recommend approval to alter St. Brigid’s Church at 310 St. Patrick St

The Built Heritage Committee will consider a recommendation to approve an alteration to the former St. Brigid’s Church at 310 St. Patrick Street, including a heritage permit and delegated authority for minor design changes. It will also receive a report on a Heritage Community Improvement Plan for 70 Richmond Road and consider several Notices of Intention to designate heritage properties on Wellington Street West, Robert Kemp Street, and Metcalfe Street. All items are for Council’s consideration at the November 12 meeting.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Nov 7, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

Committee recommends Council approve multiple planning amendments effective Jan 1 2025

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will recommend that Council approve amendments to the Site Plan Control By‑law, the Official Plan, the Planning Fees By‑law, the Delegated Authority By‑law and the Public Notification and Consultation Policy, all slated to take effect on January 1 2025. The committee will also consider approval of the Rural Community‑Building Grant Program applications for Osgoode. A motion will be presented to limit the McBean Street resurfacing project to sidewalk widening and roadway resurfacing and to remove the associated cycling project from the transportation plan. The agenda includes routine items such as declarations of interest, confirmation of minutes, and information updates.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Nov 6, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

Committee to approve $1.8 million budget for Adisoke food‑beverage space fit‑up

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee will consider several reports and recommendations. It will decide whether to use existing budget authority of $1,200,000 and add $600,000 for the fit‑up of food and beverage spaces in the Adisoke project, and to segregate the total $1,800,000 to a separate capital account. The committee will also review and recommend approval of a $500,000 Heritage Community Improvement Plan grant for 70 Richmond Road and adopt new municipal accessibility plans.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Nov 6, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Joint Finance and Corporate Services and Planning and Housing Committee

Committee to allocate $15M for affordable housing projects

The Joint Finance and Corporate Services and Planning and Housing Committee will consider allocating $15 million in capital funds to support affordable housing projects and update the Housing Services Long Range Financial Plan for 2025-2030.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Nov 6, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 hears multiple residential and commercial applications

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing various minor variance and consent applications for property modifications and subdivisions. The body is deciding on requests for residential apartment construction, lot subdivisions, and garage expansions.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Committee grants Costco addition minor variance at 415 West Hunt Club

The Ottawa Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 met on November 5, 2024 to hear a series of minor variance and consent applications. All applications listed on the agenda were granted, including a minor variance for Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. at 415 West Hunt Club and a minor variance for a detached garage at 858 Wingate. Additional consent applications for property subdivisions and a long‑term lease for a retirement home were also approved.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Committee to recommend zoning changes for new residential and commercial projects

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend council approval of several zoning by‑law amendments and official‑plan updates to allow new residential apartments and a commercial development at multiple sites across the city. Items include a change at 10 Garrison Street to permit a three‑storey plus basement building, high‑rise approvals on Roosevelt, Winston and Wilmont Avenues, an eight‑storey building at 424 Churchill Avenue North, and a commercial project at 1280 Trim Road. The committee will also advance a secondary plan for Lincoln Fields and amendments to city‑wide by‑law and policy documents.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Amendment:
13 yea · 5 nay
L. Dudas yea · T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · R. Brockington yea · L. Johnson yea · A. Troster yea · G. Gower nay · J. Leiper nay · W. Lo nay · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · L. Johnson yea · W. Lo yea · T. Kavanagh nay · A. Troster nay
Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Ottawa Public Library Board

Ottawa Public Library Board to review 2025 draft budget and rural branch hours

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to discuss the 2025 draft operating and capital budget estimates and a four-year capital forecast. The board will also review proposed changes to the hours of operation for rural library branches.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee of Adjustment hears multiple subdivision and variance applications

Panel 3 of the Ottawa Committee of Adjustment will hear and decide on several consent and minor variance applications. The applications involve subdividing properties or granting easements for future residential development in wards 5, 19, and 21. Items include 4715 Birchgrove, 5190 MacHardy, 930 Smith, 6115 Prince of Wales, and 2293 Edward Kidd.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Mon Nov 4, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Board of Health

Board receives and tables the 2025 Draft Operating Budget

The Ottawa Board of Health will receive verbal reports from the Chair and the Medical Officer of Health and adopt several informational reports, including the 2024 Nutritious Food Basket, Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Assessments, and Risk Management at Ottawa Public Health. It will table the 2025 Draft Operating Budget for the Board of Health, directing staff to forward it to City Council on November 13. The meeting also includes adoption of Confirmation By‑law No. 2024‑4 and approval of participation at the alPHa Fall Symposium.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Oct 30, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council to approve zoning amendment for 1495 Heron Road

Council will consider a series of approvals, including a zoning by‑law amendment for 1495 Heron Road, an Official Plan amendment, and an update to the Solid Waste Services by‑law. The meeting also includes approval of a development charge by‑law amendment and a new fee structure for municipal consent and utility circulation applications.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
WHEREAS on June 14th, 2023, City Council approved amended staff recommendations with respect to curbside waste diversion in the City of Ottawa, lowering the garbage putout limits for curbside…
13 yea · 11 nay
M. Luloff yea · T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · J. Leiper yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · C. Curry yea · C. Kelly yea · S. Plante yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · L. Dudas nay · G. Gower nay · R. King nay · R. Brockington nay · S. Menard nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Devine nay · J. Bradley nay · A. Troster nay · M. Carr nay · M. Sutcliffe nay
WHEREAS staff report ACS2024-PDB-PS-0087 - Omnibus 2 - Official Plan Amendment includes a new Area-Specific Policy to limit the number of emergency shelters permitted in Ward 12 to four; and WHEREAS…
23 nay · 2 yea
S. Devine yea · S. Plante yea · M. Luloff nay · L. Dudas nay · G. Gower nay · T. Kavanagh nay · T. Tierney nay · R. King nay · J. Leiper nay · R. Brockington nay · C. Kitts nay · G. Darouze nay · A. Hubley nay · S. Menard nay · C. Curry nay · D. Hill nay · C. Kelly nay · L. Johnson nay · J. Bradley nay · A. Troster nay · M. Carr nay · D. Brown nay · S. Desroches nay · W. Lo nay · M. Sutcliffe nay
WHEREAS every resident of Ottawa deserves to feel safe within their community and to be free of discrimination on the basis of their religion, race, sexuality or immutable characteristics; and…
22 yea · 3 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Plante yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · S. Menard nay · S. Devine nay · J. Bradley nay
Mon Oct 28, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Board approves 2025 budget direction with at least 2.9% tax increase

The Ottawa Police Service Board directed staff to prepare the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets with a tax increase of no less than 2.9% and an estimated 1.5% increase from assessment‑base growth. The board also approved updates to the Policy on the Appointment of Police Officers and the Policy on Assistance in the Provision of Policing. Additional approvals included attendance at the OAPSB Labour Conference, new committee appointments, and the appointment of listed police officers.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Board will vote on moving the meeting in camera to discuss internal matters

The Ottawa Police Service Board will consider a motion to adjourn the public portion of the meeting and proceed in camera. If approved, the board will discuss topics such as demonstrations and event management, lease renewal, labour‑relations and legal services reports for the third quarter of 2024, and contract negotiations. No other agenda items involve decisions or public hearings.

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Thu Oct 24, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Transportation Committee

Committee reviews road permit fees and accessible parking bylaws

The Transportation Committee is considering updates to fee structures for road cuts and municipal consent applications. The body is also reviewing amendments to the Traffic and Parking By-law to improve accessible parking. Additionally, the committee will discuss the permanent conversion of a Right of Way Approvals Officer position.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Oct 23, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Committee considers development charge amendments and three zoning changes

The Planning and Housing Committee is reviewing proposed zoning by-law amendments for three specific properties and an amendment to the 2024 Development Charge By-law. The body will also receive a report on an Indigenous Housing and Homelessness Plan.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Community Services Committee

Committee to recommend Council approve Ottawa's 2025‑2029 Poverty Reduction Strategy

The Community Services Committee will consider motions to add two reports to the agenda and recommend that Council approve them. One report outlines Ottawa’s Poverty Reduction Strategy for 2025‑2029, and the other recommends continuing the Canada‑Ontario Community Housing Benefits program for 2024‑2025. The committee will also discuss a postponed public‑art program and respond to two public inquiries.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Fri Oct 18, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

Committee reviews 2025 police budget and recommends ≥2.9% tax increase

The Finance and Audit Committee will receive the 2025 Budget Consultation Summary Report and the 2025 Budget Directions and Timetable for information. The committee will discuss a recommendation to the Police Service Board to prepare the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets with a tax increase of no less than 2.9% and an estimated 1.5% increase from growth in the assessment base. It will also consider approving the budget review and approval timetable.

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Thu Oct 17, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

Committee to vote on vape retailer licensing rules

The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee will consider amending the City's Licensing By-law to regulate vapour product retailers and approve a new Emergency Management Program By-law. The committee will also receive the Public Safety Service and 9-1-1 annual reports.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Oct 16, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee grants consent applications for 484 Roosevelt and 99 Fifth, 819 Bank

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 met on October 16, 2024 to hear a series of consent, minor‑variance and cancellation applications. Consent applications for 484 Roosevelt and 99 Fifth, 819 Bank were granted. Additional applications reviewed included a consent and minor‑variance request for 259 Bradley, a consent for 52 & 54 Grosvenor (granted), a minor‑variance request for 455 Dawson, and a cancellation certificate for 451 Roosevelt (granted).

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Oct 16, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council to approve $5.8 M roundabout agreement and multiple planning amendments

Ottawa City Council will vote on an amendment to the Front‑Ending Agreement that raises the roundabout budget at Perth Street and Meynell Road/Oldenburg Avenue to $5,829,743.06. The meeting also includes decisions on an Official Plan amendment removing 1600 Stagecoach Road, updates to the Site Alteration By‑law, and the installation of protected left‑turn signals at River Road and Mitch Owens Road. Additional items cover a framework for urban and village boundary expansion applications and several heritage‑related by‑law actions.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Committee recommendation(s) That Council approve: the proposed amendments to the Site Alteration By-law 2018-164, attached as Document 1. that the General Manager, Strategic Initiatives, and the City…
17 yea · 7 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · S. Plante yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · T. Kavanagh nay · R. King nay · S. Menard nay · S. Devine nay · J. Bradley nay · A. Troster nay · M. Carr nay
Committee recommendation(s) That Council approve the installation of protected/permitted left turn phasing (advance left-turn arrow) in all directions at the intersection of River Rd and Mitch Owens…
21 yea · 4 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · S. Menard yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · J. Bradley yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · T. Kavanagh nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Devine nay · S. Plante nay
Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Environment and Climate Change Committee

Committee recommends approval of updated Solid Waste Services By-law

The Environment and Climate Change Committee will consider a recommendation to approve the updated Solid Waste Services By‑law, which would take effect on December 2, 2024. It will also receive an informational report on the 2023 Drinking Water Quality Management System review. Additional agenda items include responses to several departmental inquiries and routine procedural matters such as confirming minutes and declarations of interest.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Committee of Adjustment to hear zoning applications for 5 properties

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hear applications to subdivide land and modify building setbacks for properties in Orléans, River, Rideau-Vanier, Bay, and College wards. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Ben Franklin Place.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee to review Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre presentation

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre and a presentation on proposed amendments to the Traffic and Parking By‑law (by‑law 2017‑301) for accessible parking. For each item the committee is asked to provide feedback as appropriate. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as confirming minutes from June 18 2024, declarations of interest, and public notices in English and French.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 reviews land use and variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment is hearing applications for minor variances and land consents. The body is deciding on property setbacks and the subdivision of industrial land.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Thu Oct 10, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Transit Commission

Transit Commission will discuss seniors ride free para‑transit inquiry

The Transit Commission will hold discussion items on two postponed inquiries: seniors ride free para‑transit and LRT operating speeds. It will receive an OC Transpo update covering rail, bus and para‑transit services. A Zero Emission Bus Program update report will be presented for information only.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Oct 9, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Joint Planning and Housing and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

Committee considers new process for urban and village boundary expansions

The Joint Planning and Housing and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is reviewing a framework for Urban and Village Expansion Official Plan Applications. The proposal includes updates to the Official Plan, application requirements, and associated fees.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Oct 9, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Committee recommends adopting Official Plan Amendment 34 and removing 1600 Stagecoach Rd

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend that Council adopt Official Plan Amendment 34 city‑wide and Official Plan Amendment 35, which removes 1600 Stagecoach Road from the Village of Greely. It will also recommend approval of three zoning by‑law amendments for 6208 Renaud Road, part of 375 March Valley Road and 3432 Greenbank Road. Additionally, the committee will recommend that Council confirm the General Operating By‑Law for Build Ottawa and receive the audited 2023 financial statements of Build Ottawa.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Ottawa Public Library Board

Board to approve 2025 meeting schedule and service model for new Ādisōke branch

The Ottawa Public Library Board will consider and vote on several reports. It will vote to approve the 2025 regular board meeting schedule. It will approve visitor‑experience principles and the service model for the upcoming Central branch at Ādisōke. The board will also receive informational reports on semi‑annual performance and proposed 2025 budget timelines.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Accessibility committee to review city accessibility plan

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to receive an update on the Accessibility Plan and provide feedback. The meeting will be held electronically on October 8, 2024.

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Electronic Participation
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Built Heritage Committee

Committee recommends adopting ByWard Market and Lowertown West heritage plans

The Built Heritage Committee will consider several heritage matters, including designations, a by‑law repeal request, and a new construction application. It will recommend that Council adopt the Heritage Conservation District Plans for the ByWard Market and Lowertown West areas. The committee will also advise on a notice of intention to designate the Église évangélique baptiste d’Ottawa at 284 King Edward Avenue and the Sycamore House at 178 Cambridge Street North. Additionally, it will recommend refusing the repeal of the by‑law designating 501 Cole Avenue.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Fri Oct 4, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Ottawa Police Service Board to hold confidential operational briefing

The board is meeting to consider a motion to move in camera. The purpose of the closed session is to discuss a confidential operational briefing.

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Thu Oct 3, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

Committee recommends council adopt Official Plan amendments, removing Stagecoach Rd

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will recommend that council adopt Official Plan Amendment 34 and Official Plan Amendment 35, which removes 1600 Stagecoach Road from the Village of Greely. It will also recommend a zoning by‑law amendment to allow seven residential lots at 930 Smith Road. Additional items include updates to the Site Alteration By‑law, appointments of engineers for municipal drains, and a proposal for protected left‑turn signals at River Rd and Mitch Owens Rd.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Oct 2, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Minor variance for 497 Roosevelt granted, allowing reduced side and rear yards

The Committee of Adjustment will hear several applications, including a granted minor variance for 497 Roosevelt that permits a reduced interior side yard and rear yard for a detached dwelling with an attached garage. Other applications on the agenda include consent and minor variance requests for 290 Holmwood, 265 Churchill, 325 Bloomfield, 296 Manor, and 130 Kenilworth/372A Holland, with some already decided as granted or refused. The meeting also includes procedural items such as confirmation of minutes and adjournments.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Oct 2, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council to review Auditor General reports on road renewal and OC Transpo maintenance

Ottawa City Council is meeting to consider several Auditor General value-for-money audits and investigations. The body will also discuss updates to community safety plans, snow plow licensing, and idling control bylaws.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Committees’ Recommendation(s) That Council: Approve the proposed Idling Control By-law as described in this report and in the general form set out in Document 1 and repeal the Idling Control Bylaw…
15 yea · 8 nay
G. Gower yea · T. Kavanagh yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · C. Kitts yea · S. Menard yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · S. Plante yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · M. Luloff nay · L. Dudas nay · T. Tierney nay · G. Darouze nay · A. Hubley nay · D. Hill nay · C. Kelly nay · D. Brown nay
WHEREAS idling negatively affects air quality which can lead to health issues; and WHEREAS reducing idling offers benefits to the local environment and leads to cleaner air; and WHEREAS the current…
22 yea · 1 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · R. King yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · S. Menard yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · S. Plante yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · J. Leiper nay
Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

Council to consider land exchange with Barrhaven Conservancy valued at $1.37 million

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee will recommend Council approve a land exchange with Barrhaven Conservancy Strandherd Inc. involving properties valued at $1,373,925 and $1,285,034. It will also recommend a $564,254 write‑off of uncollectible taxes, authorize expropriation for the Bank Street Rehabilitation Project Phase 1 B, and adopt criteria and delegation for the West Carleton Environmental Centre host community fee. In addition, the committee will recommend approval of an amended Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan and its implementing by‑law.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 hears land subdivision and variance requests

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several consent and minor variance applications for properties in Ward 5 and Ward 20. The body is deciding on requests to subdivide land for residential development and adjust building setbacks.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Consent to subdivide 375 Épinettes for future development approved

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hear and decide on a series of consent and minor variance applications. All listed applications have been granted, covering subdivisions, new detached dwellings, and adjustments to lot sizes and building heights. The decisions affect properties in several Ottawa wards, including Orléans East‑Cumberland, Knoxdale‑Merivale, Beacon Hill‑Cyrville, River, and Gloucester‑Southgate.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Mon Sep 30, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Board to consider moving meeting in camera to discuss labour relations matter

The Ottawa Police Service Board will review a motion to adjourn the public portion of the meeting and continue in camera to discuss a labour relations matter. The agenda also includes standard notices and declarations of interest. No decisions or attachments are listed.

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Electronic Participation
Fri Sep 27, 2024 · 12:30 PM

Debenture Committee

Debenture Committee considers $225 million debenture issue

The Debenture Committee is meeting to discuss the authorization of a new debenture issue. The committee is reviewing a recommendation to enact a by-law for a total principal amount of $225 million.

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Honeywell Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Sep 26, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Transportation Committee

Transportation Committee to hear presentation on South Block Project

The Transportation Committee will receive a presentation from Public Services and Procurement Canada regarding the South Block Project. The body will also review status updates on inquiries and motions and confirm minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Sep 25, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Committee recommends zoning amendment for 2050 Provence Avenue to allow low‑rise homes

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend that Council approve an amendment to Zoning By‑law 2008‑250 for 2050 Provence Avenue to permit low‑rise residential development. The committee will also receive a status update on inquiries and motions, and review information on the residential dwelling approval pipeline for Q2 2024. Public notices and the confirmation of minutes from the previous meeting are also on the agenda.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Community Services Committee

Committee will recommend amendments to the Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan

The Community Services Committee will consider several reports. It will recommend that Council receive an update on the Long‑Term Care Person‑Centred Care approach. It will recommend amendments to the Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan to incorporate former Crime Prevention Ottawa goals, approve the Community Safety and Well‑Being Fund Policy and its funding stream, and approve an increase to the Minor Capital Partnership Program grant threshold.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Sep 23, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Board approves $2,600 purchase for Ottawa Police Gala tickets

The Ottawa Police Service Board will receive a series of reports and approve several spending items. It will approve a $2,600 purchase of a table and three tickets for the Ottawa Police Gala on November 2, 2024, and a $2,000 silver sponsorship for the Ontario Association of Police Service Boards’ 2024 Labour Conference on November 26‑27, 2024. The board will also approve the attendance of M. Carr at the Building Bridges Evidence‑Based Policing Conference in Blue Mountain, Ontario, on November 7‑8, 2024. Additional items include routine quarterly reports and in‑camera discussions.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Board to consider moving meeting in camera to discuss several matters

The Ottawa Police Service Board will consider a motion to adjourn the public portion of its meeting and continue in camera. The motion would permit discussion of topics including demonstrations and event management, implementation of the Lansdowne Consulting Group report recommendations, delay applications and temporary assistance requests, labour‑relations matters, legal matters, and board governance. No other agenda items are listed.

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Fri Sep 20, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Audit Committee

Audit Committee reviews road renewal and OC Transpo bus maintenance

The Audit Committee is reviewing several reports from the Office of the Auditor General. The body will consider recommendations regarding road renewal and bus maintenance before sending them to Council.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Sep 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Joint Enviro and Climate Change Committee and Emerg Prep. and Protective Svcs

Committee recommends adopting new Idling Control By-law and repealing related bylaws

The joint Environment and Climate Change and Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services committees will review the Idling Control By-law. They will recommend that Council approve the new Idling Control By-law, repeal By-law 2007‑266, and remove Section 16 of the Noise By-law. The meeting also includes standard public notices, declarations of interest, an inquiry period, and adjournment.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Sep 19, 2024 · 11:30 AM

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

Committee recommends changes to snow plow contractor licensing by-law

The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee will consider a recommendation to amend the City’s Licensing By-law (By‑law No. 2002‑189) for snow plow contractors, adding new definitions and replacing Schedule 4. It will also receive an informational status‑update report on its inquiries and motions. Additional routine items include confirming the June 17, 2024 minutes, responding to a Vicious Dogs inquiry, and distributing public notices for the hybrid standing committee.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Sep 18, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee of Adjustment grants multiple consent and variance applications across Ottawa

The Panel 1 meeting on September 18, 2024 heard a series of consent and minor variance applications for properties in Wards 13, 15, 17, and 12. All listed applications were marked as [ Granted] in the agenda. The decisions cover new townhouse units, height increases, parcel subdivisions, and reduced setbacks. The approvals affect residential development on the specified streets.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Sep 18, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council sets 2.9% municipal tax increase limit for 2025 budget

City Council is reviewing the 2025 budget directions, including tax limits and transit funding gaps. The body is also considering several heritage designations, demolition permits, and zoning amendments.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Committee recommendation(s) That Council approve the following: The approach and timetable for consultation and consideration of the 2025 budget as outlined in the report. The following directions…
17 yea · 8 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · S. Plante yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · T. Kavanagh nay · R. King nay · J. Leiper nay · S. Menard nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Devine nay · J. Bradley nay · A. Troster nay
That recommendation 2)b)v) be amended to remove all the words after "Operating efficiencies”, to read as follows: Operating efficiencies
17 nay · 8 yea
T. Kavanagh yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · S. Menard yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · A. Troster yea · M. Luloff nay · L. Dudas nay · G. Gower nay · T. Tierney nay · C. Kitts nay · G. Darouze nay · A. Hubley nay · C. Curry nay · D. Hill nay · C. Kelly nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Plante nay · M. Carr nay · D. Brown nay · S. Desroches nay · W. Lo nay · M. Sutcliffe nay
WHEREAS there is a forecasted $25 million deficit for transit in the 2024 budget and a $120 million deficit for transit in the 2025 budget; WHEREAS overall ridership on OC Transpo is substantially…
14 yea · 11 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · T. Kavanagh nay · T. Tierney nay · R. King nay · J. Leiper nay · R. Brockington nay · S. Menard nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Devine nay · J. Bradley nay · S. Plante nay · A. Troster nay
Shall the Mayor be sustained? The Mayor’s Ruling was sustained on a division of 14 YEAS to 10 NAYS as follows:
14 yea · 10 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · A. Hubley yea · C. Curry yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · T. Kavanagh nay · T. Tierney nay · R. King nay · J. Leiper nay · S. Menard nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Devine nay · J. Bradley nay · S. Plante nay · A. Troster nay
WHEREAS Frequency of LRT was reduced under delegated authority without consideration of ridership and without evidence on demand. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff be directed to restore weekday…
13 nay · 12 yea
T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · S. Menard yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · S. Plante yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · M. Luloff nay · L. Dudas nay · G. Gower nay · C. Kitts nay · G. Darouze nay · A. Hubley nay · C. Curry nay · D. Hill nay · C. Kelly nay · D. Brown nay · S. Desroches nay · W. Lo nay · M. Sutcliffe nay
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Environment and Climate Change Committee

No substantive agenda items listed for the meeting

The Ottawa Environment and Climate Change Committee meeting on 2024-09-17 has an agenda that contains no listed items. The document shows only placeholders and procedural headings without any rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings. Consequently, no decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee

Committee receives updates on its terms of reference and priorities

The Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee will receive informational updates on its Terms of Reference and on its integrated systems and housing priorities. The meeting also includes confirmation of the June 18, 2024 minutes, public notices in English and French, and routine procedural items. No motions are scheduled for decision at this meeting.

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Colonel By Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 to hear five land use applications

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing five applications for minor variances and land consents. These requests include changes to building setbacks, floor area, and the transfer of land between properties.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Committee of Adjustment reviews multiple consent and variance applications

The Panel 2 meeting will consider several development applications, including consent to subdivide properties and minor variance requests. Some items, such as the 3095 Palladium subdivision and the 340 Poulin setback reduction, have already been granted. Other applications, like the dog boarding permission at 1224 Place d'Orléans, are pending a decision.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee to review Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre for accessibility feedback

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre and provide feedback on its accessibility features. It will also hear a presentation on the City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan consultations and give feedback. The meeting includes confirming the minutes from the June 18, 2024 session and handling standard notices and declarations of interest.

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Electronic Participation
Mon Sep 16, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Election Compliance Audit Committee

Committee to consider legal action against former candidate Doug Thompson

The Election Compliance Audit Committee will review the auditor’s report on the 2022 campaign finances of Candidate Doug Thompson of Ward 20 Osgoode. It will decide whether to commence a legal proceeding against him under the Municipal Elections Act. The meeting also includes confirmation of the August 28, 2024 minutes, public notices for the virtual session, and routine declarations of interest.

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Electronic Participation
Mon Sep 16, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Board of Health

Board adopts 2025 budget planning report for Ottawa Public Health

The Ottawa Board of Health will adopt several reports, including the 2025 budget planning and considerations for Ottawa Public Health, the 2025 meeting schedule, and the 2024 Q2 operating and capital budget status. It will also confirm the meeting minutes from June 17, 2024, approve a confirmation by‑law, and consider the appointment of an associate medical officer of health in camera.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Sep 16, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

Committee to recommend 2025 budget plan with tax ceiling and transit funding options

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee will recommend to Council an approach and timetable for consulting on the 2025 municipal budget. It proposes that the overall tax levy not exceed a 2.9% increase and sets similar caps for the Library, Public Health and Police Services levies. For transit, the committee outlines several possible levers, including a $0‑$120 million federal/provincial contribution, a transit levy increase of 2.9%‑37%, and a fare increase of 2.5%‑75%. The meeting also includes updates on the 2024 Q2 budget status, a draft investment‑policy statement, an expropriation application for the Baseline Transit Priority Phase Project, and an information‑technology services update.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report recommendation(s) That the Finance and Corporate Services Committee recommend that Council approve the following: The approach and timetable for consultation and consideration of the 2025…
9 yea · 3 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · G. Darouze yea · C. Curry yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · R. King nay · J. Leiper nay · S. Menard nay
Thu Sep 12, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Transit Commission

Transit Commission receives Q2 budget status and union presentation reports

The Transit Commission will receive an informational report on the 2024 Q2 transit operating and capital budget, presentations from OC Transpo unions responding to a council motion, and responses to three public inquiries. Additional status updates on inquiries and motions will also be presented for information only.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Sep 12, 2024 · 6:30 PM

French Language Services Advisory Committee

Committee reviews transit and accessibility presentations, approves working‑group report

The French Language Services Advisory Committee will receive informational presentations from the Transit Services Department and the City Clerk’s Office on French language services and the Municipal Accessibility Plan, and will provide feedback. The committee will also consider and approve the Working Group’s report on Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services. A discussion on members’ interest in holding future in‑person meetings will be held, and minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting will be confirmed.

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Electronic Participation
Wed Sep 11, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Approve high‑rise mixed‑use zoning for 6310 & 6320 Hazeldean Road

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend Council approve several by‑law amendments, including a demolition control amendment and multiple zoning changes. Key proposals are a high‑rise mixed‑use zoning amendment for 6310 and 6320 Hazeldean Road, a conversion of 246 Westhaven Crescent to six units, and a mid‑rise apartment and development‑reserve amendment for 3484 Innes Road and nearby Lamarche Avenue sites. The committee will also consider an official plan amendment for the Kanata North Economic District, an update to the Community Benefits Charge program, and implementation changes related to Bill 185 and Bill 109.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report Recommendation(s) That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 6310 and 6320 Hazeldean Road, as shown in Document 1, to permit…
9 yea · 3 nay
L. Dudas yea · T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Curry yea · L. Johnson yea · A. Troster yea · W. Lo yea · G. Gower nay · C. Kitts nay · C. Kelly nay
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Ottawa Public Library Board

Board will receive 2023 financial statements and 2024 Q2 financial reports

The Ottawa Public Library Board will formally receive the 2023 Financial Statements and the Second Quarter 2024 Financial Status Report. It will also receive the Ottawa Public Library Emergency Plan and the 2024 Fund Development Update for information. Two items will be considered in camera – a Labour Relations update and a confidential mid‑year review of the Chief Librarian and CEO – and will not be reported out.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Built Heritage Committee

Committee to recommend heritage designations and demolition approvals

The Built Heritage Committee will recommend to Council a series of Notices of Intention to Designate properties under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, including 50 Carruthers Avenue, 200 Fifth Avenue, and several Rideau Street addresses. It will also consider objections to existing designations on Rideau Street and approve demolition applications for multiple St. Patrick Street buildings and 7 Crescent Road. The committee will propose updates to the Heritage Property Grant Program for 2025 and recommend removal of fifteen properties from the Heritage Register.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

Committee receives 2025 budget directions and timetable update

The Ottawa Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee will confirm the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, then receive several reports for information. Items include a third‑quarter update on the South Facility Project, a memo on the cost of vulnerable‑sector checks, a presentation on 2025 budget directions and timetable, and a citizen perception survey report. No decisions or approvals are listed for these items.

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Alfred Taylor Recreation Centre (North Gower), 2300 Community Way
Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

Committee to consider multiple zoning amendments and Bill 185 implementation changes

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will review and recommend to Council several items, including implementation of Bill 185 with amendments to the Pre‑Consultation By‑law, Public Notification and Consultation Policy, Planning Fees By‑law, and conversion of 33 full‑time positions; three zoning by‑law amendments affecting Fourth Line Road, Moodie Drive, and Trail Road; a Rural Community‑Building Grant application; and an ATV charity ride request. All recommendations are to be forwarded to Council for a decision at the September 18, 2024 meeting.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Sep 4, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council to consider zoning changes, park renaming, and drainage rates

Ottawa City Council will consider zoning amendments for several properties, including a park renaming, and will discuss drainage rates. The meeting will also cover heritage permits and public petitions.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
WHEREAS on July 10, 2024, City Council approved the Commemorative Naming Policy; and WHEREAS in keeping with its powers set out in the Municipal Act, 2001 , Council may assign a commemorative name by…
21 yea · 2 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Kavanagh yea · T. Tierney yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · G. Darouze yea · S. Menard yea · C. Kelly yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · S. Plante yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · D. Brown yea · S. Desroches yea · W. Lo yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · C. Curry nay · D. Hill nay
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Sep 4, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee hears four property variance and subdivision applications

The Committee of Adjustment will hear four applications concerning property changes in Ottawa. These include a refused minor variance for a McDonald's restaurant at 388 Richmond, a granted minor variance for increased roof height at 45 Bower, a granted consent to subdivide 191 Granville into three parcels, and a granted minor variance for a garage at 167 Powell. The panel will consider each request and record decisions.

zoningplanningvariancesubdivisiondevelopment
Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Committee of Adjustment decides on several residential zoning and land variances

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is reviewing minor variance and consent applications for residential properties. The body is deciding on requests for land subdivision, building height increases, and setback reductions.

zoninghousingland-useresidential-development
Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 reviews land subdivisions and minor variances

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is meeting to hear applications for property subdivisions and minor variances. The body will consider requests for new residential lots, building expansions, and setback reductions across several wards.

zoningland-useresidential-developmentminor-variancessubdivisions
Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

No agenda items listed for the Finance and Corporate Services Committee meeting

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee meeting on 2024-09-03 in Ottawa has no agenda items recorded; the document contains only procedural placeholders and no decisions or proposals.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Aug 29, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Light Rail Sub-Committee

Light Rail Sub‑Committee to receive Stage 2 LRT Project report for information

The committee will confirm minutes from previous meetings, review public notices, and receive the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project report as an information item. No motions or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Aug 28, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Council will consider zoning changes at 30 Cleary Avenue for a 16‑storey tower.

The Planning and Housing Committee will consider several zoning by‑law amendments, including changes for Navan Road, Renaud Road, 381 Kent Street, 9 Gurdwara Road and 30 Cleary Avenue. The amendment for 30 Cleary Avenue would allow a six‑storey mid‑rise and a 16‑storey high‑rise building. The committee will also recommend approval of a demolition and new construction application for the heritage‑designated 381 Kent Street, subject to material samples and permit conditions. Additional items include responses to public inquiries on the Central Experimental Farm and building‑permit costs.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Aug 28, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Election Compliance Audit Committee

Committee to review audit of Third Party Advertiser Horizon Ottawa

The Election Compliance Audit Committee will consider an auditor's report regarding the 2022 municipal election campaign finances of Third Party Advertiser Horizon Ottawa. The committee will decide whether to start legal proceedings based on the report.

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Electronic Participation
Thu Aug 22, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Transportation Committee

No agenda items listed for the Transportation Committee meeting

The agenda for the Ottawa Transportation Committee on 2024-08-22 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be procedural or placeholder.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Aug 21, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

No agenda items were listed for this meeting.

The Ottawa City Council meeting on August 21, 2024 contains no listed agenda items. The agenda appears to consist only of procedural placeholders and no decisions or discussions are specified.

Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Aug 21, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee will consider a consent application to subdivide 819 Bank and 99 Fifth.

The Committee of Adjustment will hear several development applications. Items include a consent application to subdivide 819 Bank and 99 Fifth and create easements for a shared ramp and garage access. Minor variance applications for properties on Athlone/Scott, Concord North, Preston, and Mikinak will also be reviewed, with some already granted or refused.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 reviews four property applications

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is meeting to hear applications for minor variances and permissions. The body is deciding on residential developments, home additions, and a commercial service station request.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee of Adjustment grants several consent and variance applications

The Panel 3 Committee of Adjustment heard and approved multiple applications for properties in various Ottawa wards. Grants include a minor variance for 2822 Bart's to add on the west side, and consent applications to subdivide or convey land at 6980 Mansfield, 6208 Nick Adams, 422 Keatley and 1500 Thomas Argue. Several other items were adjourned to the September 3 meeting.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Mon Aug 19, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Police Service Board Policy and Governance Committee

Committee reviews draft policy on assistance in the provision of policing

The Policy and Governance Committee is meeting to review and provide input on a draft policy regarding assistance in the provision of policing. If processed, the draft policy will be forwarded to the Board for approval and adoption at the September meeting.

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Electronic Participation
Wed Aug 14, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

No agenda items were listed for this meeting.

The Planning and Housing Committee meeting on August 14, 2024 has no agenda items recorded. No decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided agenda. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive items.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Built Heritage Committee

No agenda items are listed for the Built Heritage Committee meeting

The agenda for the Ottawa Built Heritage Committee meeting on 2024-08-13 contains no specific items. It appears to consist only of procedural placeholders and no decisions or discussions are outlined. Residents should refer to any official follow‑up documents for details.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Aug 8, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Police Service Board Human Resources Committee

Police board to discuss labour relations in private session

The Ottawa Police Service Board Human Resources Committee will confirm the agenda and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The committee will then move to a closed session to discuss a labour relations matter.

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Electronic Participation
Wed Aug 7, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Minor variance approved to convert 87 Mann office space into four residential units

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 will hear a series of minor variance and consent applications for properties in several wards. Some applications, such as those for 87 Mann, 82/84 Norman & 117 Pamilla, 18 Elliot, and 263 St. Laurent, are already marked as granted. The meeting also includes adjournments of items for 167 Powell, 633 Edison and 946 Colonel By.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Aug 7, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

No substantive items listed for August 7 meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Aug 6, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Approval of 196‑unit, six‑storey apartment project at 788 March

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hear a series of consent and minor‑variance applications, including a request to construct two six‑storey apartment buildings with 196 units at 788 March (Ward 4 – Kanata North). The agenda marks each listed application as [Granted]. Other items include consent and minor‑variance requests for properties on Smyth, Slade, Louis, Ventus and Marilyn. The panel will consider the proposals and issue final decisions.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Aug 6, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 to review land subdivisions and variances

The Committee of Adjustment is hearing several applications for land subdivisions and minor variances. Most requests involve creating new residential lots or adjusting building setbacks and lot coverage.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Aug 6, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Election Compliance Audit Committee

Committee will decide whether to start legal action against Horizon Ottawa

The Election Compliance Audit Committee meets on August 6, 2024 to review the auditor’s report on Horizon Ottawa’s 2022 campaign finances. The report recommends the committee consider commencing a legal proceeding against Horizon Ottawa under the Municipal Elections Act. The committee will discuss the report and decide on any legal action. Other agenda items include public notices, declarations of interest, and confirmation of minutes.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Aug 1, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee meets on August 1, 2024

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is scheduled to meet on August 1, 2024. The agenda includes a video recording of the meeting and procedural details, but no specific decisions or topics are listed in the provided text.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Jul 31, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

No agenda items listed for this meeting

The Planning and Housing Committee meeting on July 31, 2024 has no specific items recorded in the agenda. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed. The agenda appears to contain only procedural placeholders.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Jul 24, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council meeting agenda posted online

The City of Ottawa has posted the agenda for the July 24, 2024 City Council meeting. The agenda is available online but contains no specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics in the provided text.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Jul 22, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Ottawa Police Service Board to discuss operational updates and labour matters

The board is meeting to consider moving into a closed session to discuss confidential operational and legal items. These include updates on major events, lease renewals, and labour relations reports.

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Electronic Participation
Mon Jul 22, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Board approves 44 RCMP officers and MoUs for Canada Day policing

The Ottawa Police Service Board will confirm its agenda and approve temporary assistance for Canada Day, including the appointment of 44 RCMP officers as special constables, one request from South Simcoe Police Service, and six memoranda of understanding with regional police services. It will also approve the renewal of the Carleton University Special Constable Program for a five‑year term ending June 30, 2029. Several reports—including the Drive2 Strategy Update, Use‑of‑Force report, and complaints report—will be received for information.

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Electronic Participation
Wed Jul 17, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee of Adjustment to hear variance applications for 3 Ottawa sites

The Committee of Adjustment will hear three applications for minor variances and a consent application. One application for a 3-storey apartment at 53 Willow was granted, while two applications at 1071 Heron and 370 Princeton were refused.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Jul 17, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

No agenda items listed for the Planning and Housing Committee meeting

The agenda contains no listed items and appears to be a procedural placeholder with no decisions or discussions scheduled.

Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Jul 17, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Ottawa Investment Board

Board to receive update on Draft Statement of Investment Policies and Procedures

The Ottawa Investment Board will adopt its agenda, confirm the minutes from the May 31, 2024 meeting, and record declarations of interest. The board will receive an update on the Draft Statement of Investment Policies and Procedures for information. No other decisions or motions are listed on the agenda.

investmentpolicyboardgovernanceottawa
Colonel By Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West
Tue Jul 16, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 hears multiple land use and zoning applications

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is reviewing various consent and minor variance applications. The body is deciding on property subdivisions, building setbacks, and land use permissions across several wards.

zoningland-usehousingsubdivisionminor-variance
Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Jul 16, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Romay Automotive consent applications to subdivide and convey property granted

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 met on July 16, 2024 to hear land‑use applications for properties in Ward 20 – Osgoode and Ward 5 – West Carleton‑March. The panel granted two consent applications from Romay Automotive Ltd. to subdivide and convey portions of 6079 McVagh Road and to create an easement for shared driveway access. It also approved several minor variance applications, including a coach‑house height increase at 113 Northshire and a two‑storey garage with loft at 4093 Caracourt. A few applications were adjourned to the next meeting.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Jul 10, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Ottawa Council discusses advocating for a provincial ban on organic waste in landfills

The Council is reviewing motions regarding a provincial ban on organic waste from landfills and speed limit changes on Ashton Station Road. The agenda also includes heritage preservation applications and an audit of the Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
WHEREAS Council approved the Integrated Transition to Housing Strategy (ITHS) on July 12, 2023; and WHEREAS as a supplement to the ITHS report, and “As part of the work of the Emergency Shelter…
21 nay · 3 yea
C. Kitts yea · D. Hill yea · W. Lo yea · M. Luloff nay · L. Dudas nay · G. Gower nay · T. Kavanagh nay · T. Tierney nay · R. King nay · J. Leiper nay · R. Brockington nay · A. Hubley nay · S. Menard nay · C. Curry nay · C. Kelly nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Devine nay · J. Bradley nay · S. Plante nay · A. Troster nay · M. Carr nay · D. Brown nay · S. Desroches nay · M. Sutcliffe nay
WHEREAS there remains a lack of clarity regarding voluntary donations and the role of Council under the Municipal Act, 2001; and WHEREAS voluntary donations may take many forms, beyond the ones…
13 nay · 11 yea
T. Kavanagh yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · S. Menard yea · D. Hill yea · C. Kelly yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · A. Troster yea · L. Dudas nay · G. Gower nay · T. Tierney nay · C. Kitts nay · G. Darouze nay · A. Hubley nay · C. Curry nay · S. Plante nay · M. Carr nay · D. Brown nay · S. Desroches nay · W. Lo nay · M. Sutcliffe nay
WHEREAS, a Basic Income Guarantee program for people over the age of 17 in Canada would meet basic human needs by ensuring the security of a minimum income level, regardless of employment status; and…
14 yea · 9 nay
L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Kavanagh yea · R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · C. Kitts yea · S. Menard yea · L. Johnson yea · S. Devine yea · J. Bradley yea · S. Plante yea · A. Troster yea · M. Carr yea · M. Luloff nay · G. Darouze nay · A. Hubley nay · D. Hill nay · C. Kelly nay · D. Brown nay · S. Desroches nay · W. Lo nay · M. Sutcliffe nay
Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Ottawa Police Service Board meeting includes motion for in-camera session

The agenda consists of procedural items and a motion to move into an in-camera session. This session is proposed for a confidential operational briefing.

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Electronic Participation
Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Committee reviews $30 million infrastructure agreement for Gloucester area

The committee is considering a front-ending agreement with Ashcroft Homes Eastboro Inc. for sewer and pond construction. The report covers costs for Interim Pond 2, sanitary sewers, and storm sewer oversizing. It also includes authority to temporarily close Navan Road to facilitate the works.

infrastructuresewersdevelopmentbudgetottawa
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Built Heritage Committee

Committee considers demolition and new construction at 381 Kent Street

The Built Heritage Committee is reviewing several applications for property alterations and new heritage designations. Recommendations include approving demolition and construction at 381 Kent Street and altering the Aberdeen Pavilion. The committee is also considering official heritage designations for multiple properties, including St. Margaret’s Anglican Church.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Jul 4, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

Committee reviews rural housing supply data and a motion for speed limit changes

The committee is reviewing a survey of rural residential land use and housing starts in villages including Manotick, Greely, Richmond, and Carp. Members will also consider a motion to reduce the speed limit on Ashton Station Road to 40 km/h. Additionally, the agenda includes drainage engineer appointments and grant application reviews.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Jul 3, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Proposed three-tower development at 265 Catherine Street and other zoning changes

The committee is reviewing several rezoning applications for high-rise developments. These include projects at 265 Catherine Street, 3030 St. Joseph Boulevard, and Woodridge Crescent. The agenda also includes a review of the Demolition Control By-law.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Jul 3, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee of Adjustment approves subdivision at 514 Churchill Avenue North

The Ottawa Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 met on July 3, 2024, to review several land-use applications. The committee considered requests for minor variances, property subdivisions, and building permissions. Decisions included granting or refusing various development proposals.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Jul 2, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

City considers $11 million purchase of St. Joseph Boulevard for transitional housing

The committee is reviewing several proposals related to city property and community services. Key items include the acquisition of property for transitional housing and negotiations for a new aquatic sports centre. The agenda also includes land exchange agreements and updates to affordable housing tax relief.

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Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
WHEREAS the City of Ottawa’s current policy framework for voluntary donations to the City for community benefits is set out in the Donations to the City for Community Benefit Policy, which was…
7 yea · 4 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · G. Gower yea · T. Tierney yea · G. Darouze yea · C. Curry yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · R. King nay · J. Leiper nay · R. Brockington nay · S. Menard nay
WHEREAS Option 1 as described in the staff report would expressly permit Members to solicit and/or facilitate donations to the City with a value of up to $250,000 in accordance with various…
7 nay · 4 yea
R. King yea · J. Leiper yea · R. Brockington yea · S. Menard yea · M. Luloff nay · L. Dudas nay · G. Gower nay · T. Tierney nay · G. Darouze nay · C. Curry nay · M. Sutcliffe nay
Mayor Sutcliffe ruled Motion FCSC 2024 16-04 out of order. Councillor Leiper appealed the Chair's decision pursuant to Subsection 44(2) of the Procedure By-law, and a vote was called on the following…
7 yea · 4 nay
M. Luloff yea · L. Dudas yea · T. Tierney yea · R. Brockington yea · G. Darouze yea · C. Curry yea · M. Sutcliffe yea · G. Gower nay · R. King nay · J. Leiper nay · S. Menard nay
Tue Jul 2, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Refusal of a nine-storey mixed-use building proposal at 630 Montreal

The Committee of Adjustment reviewed several applications for property variances and land subdivisions across various wards. While most applications for residential modifications and subdivisions were granted, a major development proposal was refused. The meeting also addressed requests for garage permits and deck projections.

zoninghousingdevelopmentland-useottawa
Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Thu Jun 27, 2024 · 12:30 PM

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

Update on the 2025 budget process for the Ottawa Police Service Board

The committee will receive a presentation regarding an update to the 2025 budget process. The meeting also includes procedural items such as confirming the agenda and previous minutes.

policebudgetfinanceaudit
Electronic Participation
Thu Jun 27, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Transportation Committee

Introduction of paid on-street parking in Westboro and Wellington West

The committee is reviewing updates to citywide parking rates and the introduction of paid parking in Westboro and Wellington West. Members will also consider a proposal to lower speed limits in parts of the Fernbank area. Additionally, the 2023 Parking Services Annual Report will be presented.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
WHEREAS the recommendation of Kitchissippi Parking Study Update report ACS2024-PWD-RPS-0003 includes the implementation of paid on-street parking, including along the main street corridor on Somerset…
8 nay · 3 yea
M. Luloff yea · G. Darouze yea · J. Bradley yea · L. Dudas nay · G. Gower nay · T. Tierney nay · L. Johnson nay · S. Devine nay · A. Troster nay · S. Desroches nay · W. Lo nay
Wed Jun 26, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Community Services Committee

Committee reviews new municipal commemoration and naming policies

The committee will consider approving new municipal commemoration and commemorative naming policies. It will also review the Vanier Culture in Action Cultural Revitalization Plan. Additionally, members will receive an update on the Integrated Transition to Housing Strategy.

housingculturepolicycommunity-servicesvaniercommemoration
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Ottawa City Council to review wildlife strategy and heritage designations

The council will consider an action plan for a city-wide wildlife strategy, including beaver management and culvert reviews. The agenda also includes decisions on new heritage property designations and the approval of 2023 financial statements.

wildlifeheritageauditbudgethydro-ottawa
Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Jun 24, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Audit Committee

Audit Committee reviews agile audit of Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment

The committee will review the first sprint of an agile audit regarding the Lansdowne 2.0 Redevelopment. The report recommendation is for the committee to receive the audit and recommend that Council approve its findings. The agenda also includes the confirmation of minutes from the June 10, 2024, meeting.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Jun 24, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Ottawa Police Board to approve renewal of transit special constable agreement

The board will consider a five-year agreement renewal for the City of Ottawa Transit Services Special Constable Program ending in 2029. Members will also review reports regarding 10-year traffic stop race data and the costs of 2023 demonstrations. Additionally, the board may delegate authority to manage policing resources for Canada Day 2024.

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Electronic Participation
Mon Jun 24, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Ottawa Police Service Board

Ottawa Police Service Board proposes moving to a private session for several topics

The board is considering a motion to move into an in-camera session. This private meeting would cover updates on event management, Canada Day briefings, and equipment maintenance contracts.

policecanada-daycontractslabour-relationsottawa
Electronic Participation
Thu Jun 20, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Joint Planning and Housing and Environment and Climate Change Committee

Committee reviews city-wide Infrastructure Master Plan and water projects

The committee is reviewing recommendations to approve the city's Infrastructure Master Plan. This plan includes strategies for water, wastewater, and stormwater management. The report also proposes two new permanent staff positions to support infrastructure capacity management.

infrastructurewaterwastewaterstormwaterplanninghousingenvironment
Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Jun 19, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

Committee reviews high-rise development at 1640 and 1660 Carling Avenue

The Planning and Housing Committee is considering several zoning amendments for residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects across the city. The meeting also includes an inquiry regarding property tax forgiveness for non-profit housing providers.

zoninghousingdevelopmentproperty-taxcommercial
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee considers withdrawing support for the e-scooter pilot program

The committee will review a presentation regarding the Essential Health and Social Supports Program Review. Members will also consider a motion to rescind support for the e-scooter pilot due to safety concerns for vulnerable pedestrians. Additionally, the committee will confirm minutes from May 2024.

accessibilitye-scootersprogram reviewpublic safetytransportation
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion BE IT RESOLVED that the Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) rescind Motion No. AAC 2023-01-01; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that: the AAC express to City staff and City Council that they no…
4 yea · 3 nay
Wayne Antle yea · Ana Maria Cruz-Valderrama yea · V. Karam yea · H. Walhad yea · H. Ellingwood nay · D. Humphries nay · W. Van Veen nay
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee

Election of committee leadership and updates on community safety priorities

The Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The committee will also receive information regarding gender-based violence, mental well-being, and the transition of Crime Prevention Ottawa.

community safetyleadership electiongender-based violencemental healthcrime prevention
Colonel By Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Committee of Adjustment grants land subdivision and minor variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 reviewed several applications for property changes in Wards 5, 6, and 20. The committee granted requests to subdivide multiple properties into separate parcels and approved a minor variance for a deck setback.

zoningsubdivisionland-usedevelopment
Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Environment and Climate Change Committee

Committee reviews Solid Waste Master Plan and tree program updates

The committee is reviewing recommendations for the Solid Waste Master Plan and a long-range financial plan for waste services. The agenda also includes updates to tree programs, including new dedication fees and a directive for a city-wide tree equity analysis.

wastetreesbudgetenvironmentpublic-works
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Approval of property subdivision into four dwellings at 1729 Queensdale

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 met to decide on several land use applications. Decisions included approving a subdivision at 1729 Queensdale and a commercial-to-residential conversion at 1316 Carling. One application for semi-detached dwellings at 1486 Baseline was refused.

zoninghousingresidentialdevelopmentottawa
Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Mon Jun 17, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

Review of 2023 annual reports for Ottawa Fire and Paramedic Services

The committee will review the 2023 annual reports for Ottawa Fire Services and the Ottawa Paramedic Service. These reports are presented to the committee for information only.

fire-servicesparamedicsannual-reportspublic-safety
Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West
Mon Jun 17, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Board of Health

Board of Health reviews annual report and infectious disease management plans

The Ottawa Board of Health is reviewing the 2023 Annual Report and an update on the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. The agenda includes discussions on infectious disease case and contact management and the Q1 2024 budget status report. A closed session will also address cyber security at Ottawa Public Health.

healthpublic healthbudgetinfectious diseasecybersecurity
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Jun 17, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Joint Agriculture and Rural Affairs and Environment and Climate Change Committee

Committees review Wildlife Strategy Review action plan for Council approval

The Joint Agriculture and Rural Affairs and Environment and Climate Change Committees are reviewing the Wildlife Strategy Review report. The committees will consider recommending that Council approve the proposed city-wide action plan.

wildlifeenvironmentagriculturestrategyclimate-change
Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Fri Jun 14, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

No substantive agenda items were listed in the provided document.

The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific topics, reports, or decisions are documented for this meeting of the Ottawa Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee.

policefinanceaudit
Electronic Participation
Thu Jun 13, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Transit Commission

Transit Commission to review budget status and capital project adjustments

The Transit Commission will receive an update on OC Transpo's rail, bus, and Para Transpo services. The meeting includes recommendations to close specific capital projects and approve various budget adjustments. Members will also review the Q1 status report for the 2024 transit operating and capital budget.

transitbudgetcapital-projectsoc-transpoinfrastructure
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Jun 12, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Ottawa Council considers $10M property purchase and rural snow fence pilot

The Ottawa City Council is reviewing an option to purchase 100 Constellation Drive for approximately $12.2 million. The council is also considering a pilot program for living snow fences in rural areas that provides grants up to $15,000 per property. Other items include capital budget adjustments and the appointment of a board member for Ottawa Community Housing.

housingruralbudgetinfrastructuregrantsproperty
Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Built Heritage Committee

Committee reviews property heritage designations and new district studies

The Built Heritage Committee is reviewing recommendations for several property heritage designations. The committee is also directing staff to conduct studies and feasibility assessments for various Heritage Conservation Districts.

heritagezoningurban-planningottawaconservation-districts
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Ottawa Public Library Board

Ottawa Public Library Board to consider four policy amendments

The Board will review proposed amendments to policies regarding delegation of authority, fund development, commemorative naming, and sponsorship. Members will also receive an update on the Ādisōke construction and operational planning. A closed session is scheduled for a cybersecurity update.

librarypolicyconstructioncybersecuritygovernance
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Mon Jun 10, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Audit Committee

Review of city audits and 2023 financial statements

The Audit Committee is reviewing reports from the Office of the Auditor General regarding the purchasing card program and the Climate Change Master Plan. The committee will also consider the 2023 consolidated financial statements and sinking fund financial statements for recommendation to Council.

auditfinanceclimate-changepurchasing-cardfinancial-statements
Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Thu Jun 6, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

Committee considers appointing an engineer for two municipal drains

The committee is reviewing recommendations to appoint Andy Robinson of Robinson Consultants Inc. as the engineer of record for the Tompkins Diversion and Blaser municipal drains. These appointments are intended to assess drain status and respond to a petition under the Drainage Act.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Wed Jun 5, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Planning and Housing Committee

No substantive agenda items listed for June 5 meeting

The provided document contains only software interface elements and procedural boilerplate. No specific planning or housing items, projects, or decisions are listed in the text.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Wed Jun 5, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Committee reviews several residential and apartment development applications

The Committee of Adjustment reviewed various property applications, including building additions and new carports. Decisions included granting permits for 296 Metcalfe and 296 Manor, but refusing a five-unit dwelling at 6 Oak. Applications for low-rise apartment buildings were also processed.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

Committee considers $10 million option to purchase 100 Constellation Drive

The committee will review the city's 2023 investment results and procurement year in review. It will also consider closing capital projects, which includes releasing over $105 million from transit reserves. Additionally, members will discuss an option to purchase a 6.88-hectare site for $10 million.

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Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa Committee reviews several residential subdivision and variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 met to review applications for land subdivision and minor variances. The session included decisions on proposals for townhouses, semi-detached dwellings, and detached units across various wards. Some items were granted, while others were refused or adjourned.

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Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Approval of residential subdivision at 1929 8th Line

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 reviewed several applications for property variances and land subdivisions. The meeting included decisions on converting garages to coach houses and creating new residential lots. Most presented applications were granted.

zoningsubdivisionland-useottawaresidential-development
Ben Franklin Place, The Chamber, Main Floor, 101 Centrepointe Drive, and by electronic participation