City of Saint John public meetings in 2021
69 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Common Council
Common Council is meeting to consider awarding Contract 2021-083001T for site demolition at the Market Slip public space. The agenda includes only this business item, along with routine procedural matters. No other substantive decisions are listed.
- Contract 2021-083001T: Public Space at Market Slip - Site Demolition (tender award)
Heritage Development Board
The City of Saint John Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to approve its agenda and minutes, discuss business arising, and consider applications for heritage permits. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items or attachments listed.
- Approval of agenda and minutes
- Business arising from previous meeting
- Applications for heritage permits
- Reports
- Orientation session
Finance Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John Finance Committee is meeting to consider recommendations for the 2022 General Operating Budget, the 2022 Utility Fund Budget, and the 2022 Police Force and Public Safety Communication Centre Operating Budget. They will also discuss approval of Canada Community Building Fund allocations and review year-end financial forecasts for the General and Utility funds. The meeting is open to the public and conducted electronically.
- 2022 Saint John Police Force and Public Safety Communication Centre Operating Budget
- Recommendation for 2022 General Operating Budget
- Recommendation for 2022 Utility Fund Budget (Saint John Water)
- Canada Community Building Fund approval
- Year-end forecast for General Operating and Utility Operating funds
Growth Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John's Growth Committee is meeting to discuss growth-related topics, including a presentation on quality of life, liveability, and growth, as well as a policy on reporting from agencies, boards, and commissions. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive a verbal strategy update. No decisions are noted on the agenda; items are for discussion and information.
- Approval of minutes from October 12, 2021
- Growing in Saint John Series presentation by Ms. Jen Brown (no report)
- Quality-of-Life, Liveability, and Growth presentation
- Agencies, Boards, and Commissions Reporting Policy with reports from CGAC, TCC, TD Station, Transit, and LBR
- Strategy update (verbal)
Common Council
The City of Saint John Common Council is meeting to consider the 2022 draft capital budgets, two zoning by-law amendments, and several consent agenda items including a Race to Zero pledge and a land acquisition. The meeting also includes reports on the Dominion Park Master Plan, alternate side parking, and a proposed MOU with Cooke Aquaculture.
- 2022 Draft General Fund and Utility Fund Capital Budgets (Finance Committee report)
- Proposed zoning by-law amendments for 54 Broad Street and 573 Woodward Avenue (public hearings)
- Land acquisition at 195 Sydney Street (Committee of the Whole)
- Memorandum of Understanding with Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
- City of Saint John Race to Zero pledge (consent agenda)
Finance Committee - Open Session
The Finance Committee is meeting to review and discuss the 2022 General Fund and Utility Fund operating budgets, as well as the 2022 capital budget recommendations. They will also receive year-to-date budget results for the Saint John Police Force and Public Safety Communications Center, and consider the 2021 Internal Audit Plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a consent agenda.
- 2022 General Fund Operating Budget
- 2022 Utility Fund Operating Budget (Saint John Water)
- 2022 Capital Budget recommendation (General Fund and Utility Fund)
- 2021 Internal Audit Plan
- 2021 year-to-date results for Saint John Police Force and Public Safety Communications Center
Public Safety Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John's Public Safety Committee is meeting to review safety assessments for the Winter Management Plan, Public Gatherings, and the Pandemic Emergency Response Plan. They will also discuss reconciling legislative and standing committee emergency management instruments, receive a fire service update, and hear a verbal response on lawn chemical use.
- Service Review Safety Assessment: Winter Management Plan
- Service Review Safety Assessment: Public Gatherings
- Service Review Safety Assessment: Pandemic Emergency Response Plan
- Public Safety Service Report: Fire Service Update 2021
- Committee/Mayor question on glyphosate and lawn chemicals
Heritage Development Board
The Saint John Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to consider an application for a heritage permit at 46-52 Princess Street. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, introduction of applicants, the permit application, other business, and adjournment.
- Heritage permit application for 46-52 Princess Street
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to review four development applications, including a variance request, and to approve the minutes from its September 21, 2021 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- 54 Broad Street application
- 573 Woodward Avenue application
- 310 Retail Drive application
- 204 Pitt Street variance application
Common Council
Common Council is meeting to approve minutes, handle routine consent agenda items, and consider several by-laws at third reading, including zoning amendments for properties on Waterloo Street, Cliff Street, and Broadway Avenue. Council will also receive presentations on a district energy system study and the 2021 Council Priorities, and discuss correspondence items.
- Third reading of zoning by-law amendments with Section 59 conditions for 110-128 Waterloo Street, 31 Cliff Street, and 15 Broadway Avenue
- Proposed 2022 Common Council meeting schedule (recommendation in report)
- Bilateral funding agreements for municipal operations, fire station upgrades, and wastewater treatment facility roof work
- Cleanup of unsightly property at 82 Victoria Street
- New street name: Aviation Way
Growth Committee - Open Session
The Growth Committee is meeting to approve the September 14, 2021 minutes and receive verbal updates on the Growing in Saint John series, the Saint John Affordable Housing Plan, and a One Stop Development Shop orientation. The agenda is largely informational with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from September 14, 2021
- Verbal update on Growing in Saint John series by Percy Wilbur
- Verbal update on Saint John Affordable Housing Plan
- One Stop Development Shop orientation
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to approve its agenda and minutes, and to consider heritage permit applications for 46-52 Princess Street and 33 Canterbury Street. Reports and other business are also on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2021, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
- Heritage permit application for 46-52 Princess Street
- Heritage permit application for 33 Canterbury Street
- Approval of minutes from September 1, 2021
Common Council
Saint John Common Council meets electronically to handle routine approvals, including subdivision applications, an EV charging station easement at TD Station, fleet replacement, and software contracts. The main public business is three public hearings at 6:30 p.m. on proposed zoning bylaw amendments for 110-128 Waterloo Street, 31 Cliff Street, and 15 Broadway Avenue, each with PAC recommendations for approval. Council will also give third reading to a zoning amendment for 7 Sherwood Drive and consider a procedural bylaw change for the Internal Audit Charter.
- Public hearings: zoning amendments at 110-128 Waterloo St, 31 Cliff St, 15 Broadway Ave
- Subdivision applications at 1300 King William Rd and 196 Clark Rd East
- Easement for EV charging stations at TD Station
- Fleet replacement procurement (rubber tire excavator)
- Bilateral funding agreements for municipal buildings (HVAC, St. Patrick St Pedway, City Market Pedway)
Finance Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, consider a procurement card policy, review draft 2022 general and utility capital budgets, and discuss a strategic real estate capital reserve fund policy. The meeting also includes an orientation item for committee members. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda itself.
- Approval of minutes from July 22, 2021
- Procurement Card Policy recommendation
- 2022 Draft General Fund and Utility Fund Capital Budgets
- Growth Committee: Strategic Real Estate Capital Reserve Fund Policy
- Finance Committee Orientation
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to review six planning applications, including a subdivision, a variance, a municipal plan amendment and rezoning, and two rezoning requests. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings. No decisions are final; recommendations will be forwarded to the Common Council.
- 1300 King William Road - subdivision application
- 196 Clark Road - application (details in staff report)
- 110 Drury Cove Road - variance request
- 15 Broadway Street - municipal plan amendment and rezoning
- 31 Cliff Street - rezoning and temporary use
Common Council
Common Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with several property cleanups, contracts, and appointments, plus third readings of zoning by-law amendments for three properties. They will also hear presentations on accessibility and transit, and receive committee reports on public safety and growth.
- Cleanup of unsightly properties at 36 and 40 Princess Court
- Tender #2021-082401T for Carleton Community Centre sandstone remediation Phase 1
- 2021 Fall Debenture Application
- Contract No. 2021-15: Sanitary Sewer Structural Lining Phase V
- Third reading of zoning amendments for 60 Technology Drive, 1720 Manawagonish Road, and 867 Millidge Avenue
Growth Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John Growth Committee is meeting to discuss growth-related initiatives, including an affordable housing plan, immigration strategy, and the launch of the City Market strategic plan. The agenda includes several updates and reports, with some items presented verbally.
- Approval of minutes from August 17, 2021
- Selection of Vice Chair of Growth Committee
- Saint John Affordable Housing Plan (verbal update)
- Saint John City Market Strategic Plan launch
- Ethnocultural Small Grant Pilot Program
Common Council
The Common Council will hold public hearings on three proposed zoning by-law amendments at 1720 Manawagonish Road, 867 Millidge Ave, and 60 Technology Drive, with Planning Advisory Committee recommendations. The council will also consider third reading of by-law amendments for 695 Somerset Street and 91 King Street, plus a consent agenda covering contracts, leases, and appointments. Committee of the Whole items include a vaccine or test policy and a settlement for 21 Lower Cove Loop.
- Public hearing: rezoning at 1720 Manawagonish Road (1st and 2nd reading)
- Public hearing: rezoning at 867 Millidge Ave (1st and 2nd reading)
- Public hearing: municipal plan and zoning amendment at 60 Technology Drive (1st and 2nd reading)
- 3rd reading: municipal plan and zoning amendment with Section 59 conditions at 695 Somerset Street
- 3rd reading: zoning amendment and Section 131 agreement at 91 King Street
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from August 11, 2021, and to discuss business arising. The main items are applications for heritage permits and a report on staff-issued permits for August. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific applications or permit details listed.
- Approval of agenda and minutes from August 11, 2021
- Applications for Heritage Permit (item 5)
- Staff Issued Permits - August (report 6.1)
Common Council
Common Council is meeting to consider consent agenda items, including a municipal plan amendment for 15 Broadway Avenue, extra IRCC funding for the SJLIP agreement, and several contracts. Public hearings are scheduled for proposed amendments at 695 Somerset Street, 85-87 and 91 King Street, and 7 Sherwood Drive. Council will also consider a street closing bylaw for Consumers Drive and receive committee reports, including the 2020 consolidated financial statements.
- Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment - 15 Broadway Avenue
- Amendment No. 1 to SJLIP Contribution Agreement - extra IRCC funding for FY 2021-22
- Public hearings: 695 Somerset Street, 85-87 and 91 King Street, 7 Sherwood Drive
- Contract No. 2021-19 Crack Sealing 2021
- Contract 2021-20: Visart Street Combined Sewer Emergency Repair
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to review four development applications: a rezoning at 1720 Manawagonish Road, a variance at 235-237 Union Street, a rezoning at 867 Millidge Avenue, and a municipal plan amendment, rezoning, and subdivision at 60 Technology Drive. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings and handle routine procedural items.
- Rezoning application at 1720 Manawagonish Road
- Variance application at 235-237 Union Street
- Rezoning application at 867 Millidge Avenue
- Municipal plan amendment, rezoning, and subdivision at 60 Technology Drive
- Approval of minutes from June 15 and June 29, 2021 meetings
Growth Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John's Growth Committee is meeting in open session to discuss growth-related items, including a verbal update on the 'Growing in Saint John Series', a policy for the Strategic Real Estate Capital Reserve Fund, the committee's terms of reference, the launch of the Saint John Affordable Housing Action Plan, the 2022 General Fund Capital Budget for Quality of Life, and a development update. The agenda includes approval of the July 21, 2021 minutes.
- Strategic Real Estate Capital Reserve Fund policy review
- Saint John Affordable Housing Action Plan launch
- 2022 General Fund Capital Budget - Quality of Life
- Terms of Reference for Growth Committee
- Development update with July 2021 infographic
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to approve its agenda and minutes, review business arising, and consider one heritage permit application for 14 King Square South. The board will also hear a report on staff-issued permits for July and discuss an August strategy session. The meeting is largely procedural aside from the single permit application.
- Heritage permit application 21-0657 for 14 King Square South
- Report on staff-issued permits for July
- Discussion of August strategy session
Public Safety Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John's Public Safety Committee is meeting in open session to discuss several public safety matters. Items include the Municipal Emergency Response Plan, a response simulation theatre project update, speed limits and traffic calming, and committee orientation. The agenda is substantive, with multiple reports and presentations scheduled.
- Municipal Emergency Response Plan (MERP) review
- Response Simulation Theatre Project update
- Speed limits and traffic calming, including setting 40 km/h speed zones
- Public Safety Committee orientation
- Recognition, observations, and continuous improvement
Common Council
The Common Council is meeting to consider several items including consent agenda items, public hearings, by-law amendments, and committee reports. Key decisions include a proposed street closure on Consumers Drive, a heritage by-law amendment for 191 Princess Street, and rezoning for properties on Sea Street, Woodville Road, and Dever Road. The council will also review capital program revisions and various policy updates.
- Public hearing: Stop Up and Close a portion of Consumers Drive
- Proposed by-law amendment for 191 Princess Street (heritage conservation) with recommendation to deny
- Rezoning with conditions: 489 Sea Street and 0 Woodville Road (3rd reading)
- Rezoning with conditions and agreement: 730, 858, 864, 906 Dever Road (3rd reading)
- Demolition of dangerous building at 110 Victoria Street
Finance Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John's Finance Committee is meeting to review and discuss several financial matters, including the 2020 consolidated audited financial statements, 2021 capital program revisions, and year-to-date financial results. The committee will also consider policies on internal audit, ABC reporting, and asset management, as well as the 2022 Gas Tax Fund capital budget for quality-of-life investments.
- 2020 Consolidated Audited Financial Statements
- 2021 Capital Programs Revision III for Utility and General Fund
- 2022 Gas Tax Fund Capital Budget - Quality of Life Investment
- Internal Audit Charter and Introduction to Internal Audit
- ABC Reporting Policy
Growth Committee - Open Session
The Growth Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive a verbal presentation on the 'Growing in Saint John' series, and conduct an orientation for members, including discussing expectations. They will also hear verbal updates on 2022 capital expenditures for quality of life and a development update. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no formal votes or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from April 27, 2021
- Verbal presentation by Kamran Mohammed (CAM Institute) on 'Growing in Saint John' series
- Growth Committee orientation and member expectations discussion
- Verbal update on 2022 Capital Expenditures: Quality of Life
- Verbal development update
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to review three development applications: a municipal plan amendment and rezoning at 695 Somerset Street, a rezoning and Section 59 amendment at 7 Sherwood Drive, and a zoning by-law amendment with variances at 91 King Street. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings and handle routine procedural items.
- 695 Somerset Street - Municipal Plan Amendment & Rezoning
- 7 Sherwood Drive - Rezoning & Section 59 Amendment
- 91 King Street - Zoning By-law Amendment & Variances
- Approval of minutes from March 23 and May 18, 2021 meetings
Common Council
Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider first and second reading of a rezoning and Section 59 amendment for 489 Sea Street and 0 Woodville Road, with a Planning Advisory Committee recommendation for approval. The consent agenda includes several routine items such as by-law amendments, licence agreements, and a sewer contract. Council will also receive reports on the 2020 workforce and arena ice rental rates, and discuss correspondence on red-light cameras, transit audit, train horns, and a theatre company request.
- Public hearing and rezoning for 489 Sea Street and 0 Woodville Road
- Heritage Conservation Areas By-Law amendment for 191 Princess Street
- Contract 2021-02 for sanitary and storm sewer on Princess Street (Water St. to Germain St.)
- Licence agreement for stage and washroom at Pat Rocca Way (Market Square Boardwalk)
- Traffic and parking by-law amendments for Canterbury and Charlotte Streets (3rd reading)
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting to consider a heritage permit application for 58 Orange Street, review staff-issued permits from June, and discuss the Local Historic Place Sub-Committee and staff approvals. The agenda is largely procedural, with one substantive application.
- Heritage permit application 21-0504 for 58 Orange Street
- Staff-issued permits report for June
- Local Historic Place Sub-Committee discussion
- Staff approvals review
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to approve the agenda, minutes from March 16 and 23, 2021, and to consider a 'Similar & Compatible Use' application for 36 Richmond Street. The meeting includes roll call, conflict of interest declarations, and new business. The next meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2021.
- 36 Richmond Street - Similar & Compatible Use application
- Approval of minutes from March 16 and March 23, 2021
- Declaration of conflict of interest
- Next meeting set for July 20, 2021
Common Council
The Common Council will consider a zoning amendment for the Dever Road Intermodal Terminal. The meeting also includes discussions on traffic by-law amendments for Canterbury Street and Charlotte Street, as well as various consent agenda items.
- Proposed Zoning ByLaw Amendment - Dever Road Intermodal Terminal
- Canterbury Street Loading Zone Removal Traffic ByLaw Amendment
- Charlotte Street Lane Reduction and Parking Expansion Traffic ByLaw Amendment
- Cleanup of Unsightly Properties at Various Locations
- Delivery of Bulk Highway Salt
Common Council
This Common Council meeting is largely procedural. The main items are the election of a Deputy Mayor and approval of a Nominating Committee, with no substantive policy or budget decisions listed.
- Election of Deputy Mayor
- Approval of Nominating Committee
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to consider a rezoning, Section 59 amendment, and variance application for properties at 730, 858, 864, and 906 Dever Road. The agenda also includes routine items: approval of the agenda, roll call, approval of the May 4, 2021 minutes, and declarations of conflicts of interest. No other substantive items are listed.
- Rezoning, Section 59 amendment, and variance for 730, 858, 864, and 906 Dever Road
- Public correspondence from A and H MacNeil, D Brien, D Mitchell, L Downing, M Anderson, P O'Neill, and Saint John Port Authority (J Quinn)
- Approval of May 4, 2021 minutes
Common Council
Common Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple items, including a contract for water, sanitary, and storm sewer renewal and street reconstruction on St. James Street, several mobile food unit and beer garden licence agreements, and a proposed public hearing date for properties on King Street and Sherwood Drive. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a municipal plan amendment for 695 Somerset Street and a presentation on a proposed amendment for 60 Technology Drive. Council will also receive updates on Truth and Reconciliation Commission calls to action, University Avenue traffic safety, and the Fundy Quay project.
- Contract 2021-11: St. James Street (Prince William to Germain) water, sanitary, storm sewer renewal and street reconstruction
- Licence agreements for Fog Cutter Inc. and BeaverTails mobile food units, and Gahan Beer Garden at Loyalist Plaza
- Proposed public hearing date for 85-87 and 91 King Street and 7 Sherwood Drive
- Municipal Plan Amendment for 695 Somerset Street (public hearing) and 60 Technology Drive (presentation)
- Fleet replacement procurement for trucks (June 2021)
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to consider two heritage permit applications: one for 242 Germain Street and an amendment for 46 Princess Street. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and business arising. No other substantive items are listed.
- Heritage permit application 21-0457 for 242 Germain Street
- Amendment to heritage permit 21-0182 for 46 Princess Street
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to consider one application: a rezoning, subdivision, and variance for 489 Sea Street. The agenda includes public correspondence on the item. No minutes are available for approval, and no other substantive business is listed.
- 489 Sea Street – rezoning, subdivision, and variance application
- Public correspondence received, including from NBM Railways and area residents
Common Council
Common Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with 11 items, including infrastructure contracts, funding agreements, and service contracts. The most consequential items are the award of condensers and chillers for arenas, the City Market lower roofs replacement, and the Broadview Avenue sewer and street reconstruction contract. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Disability Awareness Week and a letter of intent for a summer ice license.
- Refrigeration system upgrades at various arenas (MC 2021-124)
- Lower roofs replacement at City Market (MC 2021-146)
- NDMP funding sub-contribution agreement for flood risk mitigation (Lower Cove Loop)
- Contract 2021-07: Broadview Avenue water, sanitary, storm sewer renewal and street reconstruction
- Non-disclosure agreement with Irving Pulp & Paper, TorchLight Bioresources, and Rathco ENG
Common Council
Common Council is meeting electronically to consider two items: a by-law regarding the powers of the outgoing council (third reading) and a Section 131 agreement for 300 Sydney Street, which includes a recommendation from the Planning Advisory Committee. The meeting is expected to be brief, with only these items on the agenda.
- By-law respecting Powers of the Outgoing Council (3rd reading)
- Section 131 Agreement – 300 Sydney Street
- PAC Recommendation Letter – 300 Sydney Street
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to review four applications for heritage permits on properties in Saint John, and to discuss a request to remove the heritage designation from 191 Princess Street. The agenda includes no minutes for approval and no other business items.
- Heritage permit 21-0023 for 16 Orange Street (window specifications)
- Heritage permit 21-0184 for 51 Orange Street (S7 matrix, photos, enclosure)
- Heritage permit 21-0237 for 115 Orange Street (S7 matrix, site photography)
- Heritage permit 21-0324 for 29 Horsfield Street (application and supporting documents)
- 191 Princess Street - request for removal of heritage designation
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine business: approving the agenda, minutes from April 13, and declarations of conflict. The main item is a variance application for 29 Lower Cove Loop, with multiple public submissions attached. No other new business is listed.
- Variance application for 29 Lower Cove Loop
- Approval of April 13, 2021 minutes
- Public submissions from E Weir, J Stanley, M Wallace, P McCavour, A Chase, Andrew and Jeff, J McCavour, A Pottle
Common Council
Common Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda with multiple infrastructure contracts, including Princess Street sewer and street reconstruction, asphalt resurfacing, and roof replacements at two fire stations. Council will also give third reading to by-laws on peddlers/hawkers, sidewalk use, and a zoning amendment at 300 Sydney Street, plus first/second reading on a by-law limiting outgoing council powers. Several reports and updates are scheduled, including water levels in the South Bay Wellfield and a customer service project update.
- Contract No. 2021-06: Princess Street water, sanitary and storm sewer renewal and street reconstruction
- Contract No. 2021-13: Asphalt resurfacing 2021
- Roof rehabilitation at Fire Station #5 (35 Adelaide Street) and Fire Station #7 (7 Manchester Avenue West)
- Sale of vacant lot at 55 Boars Head Road to 715306 NB Ltd.
- Zoning bylaw amendment with Section 59 conditions at 300 Sydney Street (3rd reading)
Finance Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John's Finance Committee is meeting to discuss several financial items, including an asset management policy amendment, a long-term financial plan health scorecard, and revisions to the 2021 capital programs for the utility and general funds. The committee will also approve minutes from its March 31, 2021 meeting and review its term in office.
- Approval of March 31, 2021 minutes
- Asset Management Policy amendment discussion
- Long-Term Financial Plan Financial Health Scorecard review
- 2021 General Fund Capital Program Revision II
- 2021 WS Utility Fund Capital Program Revision II
Growth Committee - Open Session
The Growth Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 13, 2021, and to discuss two Municipal ENCORE Program initiatives: a sidewalk cafe rebate and a Saint John tourism incentive program. Members will also reflect on the committee's accomplishments and offer recommendations for the incoming council.
- Approval of April 13, 2021 minutes
- Municipal ENCORE Program - Sidewalk Cafe Rebate Initiative
- Municipal ENCORE Program - Saint John Tourism Incentive Program
- Member comments on committee accomplishments and future priorities
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to review one heritage permit application for 29 Canterbury Street. The agenda also includes board orientation and scheduling the next meeting. No minutes are pending approval.
- Heritage permit application 20-0284 for 29 Canterbury Street
- Board orientation session
Common Council
Common Council is meeting electronically to approve minutes, handle consent agenda items including several contracts and tenders, and hold public hearings on a Section 59 amendment at 1210 Loch Lomond Road and a zoning bylaw amendment at 300 Sydney Street. Council will also consider bylaw amendments, including fee adjustments for sidewalk and peddler bylaws, and discuss roadway construction projects and a solid waste collection pilot.
- Public hearing: Proposed Section 59 amendment at 1210 Loch Lomond Road with PAC recommending approval
- Public hearing: Proposed zoning bylaw amendment at 300 Sydney Street (1st and 2nd reading)
- Tender 2021-681001T: Phosphate for corrosion control
- Contract 2020-18: Prospect Street West sanitary lift station and sewer improvements
- Contract 2020-12: Ocean Westway cross connection removal
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to consider two applications: a Section 59 amendment for 1210 Loch Lomond Road and a rezoning and variance for 300 Sydney Street. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, roll call, and conflict of interest declarations. No minutes are available for approval.
- 1210 Loch Lomond Road - Section 59 Amendment
- 300 Sydney Street - Rezoning & Variance
- Staff reports and presentations attached for both applications
Growth Committee - Open Session
The Growth Committee is meeting to discuss several items related to economic growth and community recovery, including a presentation from ConnexionWorks, an update on uptown parking, next steps for the Succeed and Stay program, and feedback from consultants on the Growing Saint John initiative. The committee will also hear updates on the Open Streets program and a proposed arts and creative community economy initiative.
- Presentation by Heather Acker of ConnexionWorks on Growing in Saint John
- Uptown Parking report and discussion
- Succeed and Stay program next steps update
- Consultant feedback on Growing Saint John, including reports from EY, Tassonyi/Emery/Ross, Gardiner Pinfold, and Don Mills
- Municipal ENCORE Program: Open Streets update and Spotlight Arts Creative Community Economy Initiative
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to consider four applications for heritage permits, all involving window-related work at 29 Horsefield Street, 46 Princess Street, 170 Prince William Street, and 51 Orange Street. The board will also approve minutes from three prior meetings, receive a report on permits issued by the Heritage Officer in March, and discuss a letter from Fred Fernandez and work done in contravention of issued permits.
- 21-0181 - 29 Horsefield Street (side windows)
- 21-0182 - 46 Princess Street (window specs and rosette window)
- 21-0183 - 170 Prince William Street (window replacement with historic plans and photos)
- 21-0184 - 51 Orange Street
- Work in contravention of issued permits
Common Council
Common Council meets to decide on consent agenda items including contracts for asphalt, sewer work, and a green infrastructure funding agreement, plus a rezoning at 545 Sandy Point Road. Council will also hear a report on cyberattack restoration costs and consider a request to cancel a public hearing for a rezoning near 2400 Ocean Westway.
- Rezoning and bylaw amendment for 545 Sandy Point Road (1st and 2nd reading)
- Request to cancel public hearing for rezoning adjacent to 2400 Ocean Westway
- Contract 2020-01: Waterloo Street sewer renewal and street reconstruction
- Contract 2021-10: Sanitary sewer structural lining Phase IV
- Finance Committee report on cyberattack restoration costs
Finance Committee - Open Session
The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the financial impact of a cyberattack and review preliminary operating results from 2020. The session also includes updates on the city's 10-year strategic plan and performance management.
- Cyberattack restoration costs and projected recovery estimate
- Preliminary 2020 Operating Results
- 10-Year Strategic Plan update
- Performance Management report
- Approval of February 18, 2021 minutes
Common Council
Common Council meets to approve consent agenda items including infrastructure funding agreements for Fundy Quay, a lease for the City Market Tower with Envision Saint John, and amending agreements for energy retrofit projects. A public hearing is scheduled for a proposed municipal plan and zoning by-law amendment at 2100 Sandy Point Road (Ethos Ridge). Council will also consider a weight restriction by-law amendment on Wentworth Street.
- Fundy Quay infrastructure funding agreements (Harbour Passage Phase 1 and 2)
- City Market Tower lease with Envision Saint John
- Low Carbon Economy Fund amending agreements for Municipal Buildings Energy Retrofit and District Energy System projects
- Statement of Work agreement with Ricoh Canada Inc. for Laserfiche restore
- Public hearing: Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law amendment at 2100 Sandy Point Road (Ethos Ridge)
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to review three development applications at 545 Sandy Point Road, 439 Prince Street, and 2400 Ocean Westway. The agenda includes staff reports, presentations, and a letter from Pat Burke regarding the Prince Street application. No minutes are to be approved for this meeting.
- Application at 545 Sandy Point Road
- Application at 439 Prince Street (includes letter from Pat Burke)
- Application at 2400 Ocean Westway
Common Council
Common Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with recommendations on refinancing a debenture, selling a city-owned lot, and an interim update on a parking subsidy pilot. Council will also hold third readings on several by-laws, including a single-use plastic bag ban, zoning amendments, and fee changes, plus a public hearing on rezoning at 300 Sydney Street and 1210 Loch Lomond Road.
- Spring 2021 refinancing debenture application
- Sale of city-owned lot PID 28126 off Millidge Street
- Third reading: single-use plastic bag ban
- Third reading: zoning by-law amendment for 3396 Loch Lomond Rd and 215 Somerset St
- Licence agreement for stage and washroom at Pat Rocca Way (Market Square Boardwalk)
Growth Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John's Growth Committee is meeting electronically to review its February minutes, hear a presentation in the Growing in Saint John series, and receive updates on the 10-year strategic plan, the dangerous and vacant building program, and its 2021 work plan. The committee will also hear a verbal update on development activity. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Minutes of February 16, 2021
- Growing in Saint John Series presentation by Hebatalla Mohamed of Woman Zone
- 10-Year Strategic Plan March update
- Dangerous and Vacant Building Program update, including draft procedure for late-stage development proposals
- Growth 2021 Work Plan and verbal development activity update
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to consider two development applications: 727 Rothesay Avenue and 2100 Sandy Point Road. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, roll call, conflict of interest declarations, and approval of minutes from February 17, 2021. The committee will also discuss new business and set the next meeting date.
- 727 Rothesay Avenue application with staff report and presentation
- 2100 Sandy Point Road application with staff report and 14 public comment letters
- Approval of minutes from February 17, 2021
- Next meeting scheduled for March 23, 2021
Common Council
Common Council meets electronically to consider consent agenda items, public hearings, by-law readings, and committee reports. Key actions include proposed zoning and heritage by-law amendments, a plastic bag by-law, and various procurement and contract awards.
- Public hearing on rezoning at 3396 Loch Lomond Road (1st and 2nd reading)
- Public hearing on zoning and heritage by-law fee adjustments (1st and 2nd readings)
- Public hearing on heritage by-law amendment for 22 Sydney Street (1st and 2nd reading)
- Plastic bag by-law (1st and 2nd reading)
- Tender award for Fundy Quay sea wall refurbishment and storm sewer outfall project
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to approve its agenda and minutes, review business arising, and consider one heritage permit application for 29 Horsfield Street. The board will also receive a report on permits issued by the Heritage Officer in January. The meeting is largely procedural, with one substantive application.
- Heritage permit application for 29 Horsfield Street (21-0103)
- Report on Heritage Officer issued permits for January
Common Council
The City of Saint John Common Council is meeting to consider a range of items including the Fundy Quay project launch, revised 2021 capital programs, and several by-law amendments. The agenda includes consent items, public hearings, and committee reports, with decisions expected on matters such as property sales, building code adoption, and parking ticket increases.
- Fundy Quay project launch and architectural services for Loyalist Plaza & Fundy Quay Harbour Passage Extension
- Revised 2021 Utility and General Fund capital programs
- Proposed municipal plan amendments for 2400 Ocean Westway and 2100 Sandy Point Road (Ethos Ridge)
- Zoning by-law amendment for 0 Eldersley Ave with Section 59 conditions (3rd reading)
- Parking and traffic by-law amendments for ticket increases (3rd reading)
Finance Committee - Open Session
The Finance Committee is reviewing several financial matters including SNB property taxes and safe restart funding. The meeting also includes discussions on property assessment gaps and 2022 budget guidance for the police and transit commissions.
- SNB Property Taxes
- Safe Restart Funding
- Property Assessment Gap adjustment
- 2022 Budget Guidance for Police and Transit Commissions
- Capital Budget Adjustments for Utility and General Funds
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to consider three applications: a similar non-conforming use at 239-241 Waterloo Street, a variance at 120 Carpenter Place, and a rezoning and subdivision at 3396 Loch Lomond Road. The committee will also approve the agenda, minutes from January 5 and 26, 2021, and address any conflicts of interest.
- 239-241 Waterloo Street - Similar Non-Conforming Use
- 120 Carpenter Place - Variance
- 3396 Loch Lomond Road - Rezoning & Subdivision
- Approval of minutes from January 5 and 26, 2021
Growth Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John's Growth Committee is meeting to discuss growth-related topics, including a presentation from Moltex Energy CEO Rory O'Sullivan, the Newcomer Employment Champion program, housing reports, and a verbal update on development activity. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and several informational items.
- Presentation by Rory O'Sullivan, CEO of Moltex Energy Canada
- Newcomer Employment Champion (NEC) Program presentation
- 2020 Rental Market Report
- Affordable Housing Action Plan update
- Verbal update on development activity
Common Council
Common Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning by-law amendment for 0 Eldersley Avenue (PID 000471359). The consent agenda includes items such as a proposed subdivision at 1989-1025 Ocean Westway, an easement acquisition for municipal services at 1250 Latimore Lake Road, and the 2021 Spring Debenture Issue. Council will also receive a presentation on the Saint John Police Force 2021 Operating Budget and consider by-law amendments to increase parking meter and traffic by-law ticket fees.
- Public hearing on rezoning at 0 Eldersley Avenue
- Proposed subdivision at 1989-1025 Ocean Westway
- Easement acquisition for municipal services at 1250 Latimore Lake Road
- Saint John Police Force 2021 Operating Budget presentation
- Parking meter and traffic by-law ticket increase by-law amendments
Heritage Development Board
The Heritage Development Board is meeting electronically to consider two applications for heritage permits: one for 22 Sydney Street (file 20-5000) and one for 51 Orange Street (file 21-0018). The board will also receive reports on permits issued by the Heritage Officer and a 2020 grant summary, and discuss incremental development. The agenda includes standard items like approving the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Heritage permit application for 22 Sydney Street (file 20-5000)
- Heritage permit application for 51 Orange Street (file 21-0018)
- Report on Heritage Officer issued permits
- 2020 Grant Summary report
- Discussion on Incremental Development
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is reviewing several land use applications. These include subdivision and variance requests for Ocean Westway and Retail Drive, as well as a rezoning application for Eldersley Avenue.
- Subdivision & Variance: 1989-2015 Ocean Westway
- Subdivision & Variance: 310 Retail Drive
- Rezoning: 0 Eldersley Avenue
Common Council
Common Council is meeting electronically to handle routine approvals, several consent agenda items, and a public hearing. Key business includes first and second reading of a Vehicle for Hire bylaw, third reading of zoning amendments for two properties, and a proposed on-street parking subsidy pilot program as part of economic recovery. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Shared Risk Pension Plan and committee-of-the-whole discussions on Fundy Quay and interim funding for a regional economic agency.
- Vehicle for Hire By-Law (1st and 2nd reading)
- Zoning bylaw amendments with Section 59 conditions at 144 Lansdowne Ave and 19 Paddock St (3rd reading)
- Proposed public hearing date for 3396 Loch Lomond Road
- On-Street Parking Subsidy Pilot Program (MC 2021-018)
- City Market lease with 721360 NB Ltd DBA Slocum & Ferris
Growth Committee - Open Session
The City of Saint John Growth Committee is meeting electronically to hear a presentation from Dr. Petra Hauf of UNB Saint John on integrated health, followed by verbal updates on the new Regional Economic Development Agency and development activity. The agenda is largely informational with no listed votes or decisions.
- Presentation by Dr. Petra Hauf, UNB Saint John, on integrated health
- Verbal update on new Regional Economic Development Agency
- Verbal update on development activity
Common Council
Common Council is meeting electronically to consider a consent agenda covering banking, borrowing, insurance, and technology contracts, plus public hearings on three zoning by-law amendments. The council will also decide on demolitions of two dangerous buildings and receive updates on various municipal matters.
- Public hearings for zoning amendments at 144 Lansdowne Ave, 19 Paddock Street, and 154 Waterloo Street
- Demolition of vacant, dilapidated buildings at 82 Mecklenburg Street and 12-14 Cliff Street
- Advanced Metering Infrastructure Upgrade with Sensus Meter report and SaaS agreement
- 2021 Insurance Renewal report
- Tender award for Fire Station #1 renovations for emergency simulation theatre
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review four applications: a subdivision at 1250 Latimore Lake Road, rezoning at 144 Lansdowne Avenue and 19 Paddock Street, and a Section 59 amendment at 154 Waterloo Street. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings and handle routine procedural items.
- 1250 Latimore Lake Road - Subdivision for LPP
- 144 Lansdowne Avenue - Rezoning
- 19 Paddock Street - Rezoning
- 154 Waterloo Street - Section 59 Amendment