St. Thomas public meetings in 2024

Council Meeting

City Council will receive an update on the 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets and consider a new by-law for 2025 Parks and Recreation fees. The meeting also includes reports on homelessness information systems and water reclamation facility design.

• 2025 Parks and Recreation Services Fees By-law
• Dalewood Water Reclamation Facility PDB Stage 1 Design contract award
• Minor variance decision for a sunroom addition at 43 Bonnie Place
• Grant Acknowledgement Agreement for 200 Centre Street
• Proposed adoption of 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets on January 13, 2025

Council Meeting

The council will discuss several new business items, including the assumption of road widening for Southdale Line (Parts 3 and 4) on Plan 11R-9413. It will also review a residential grant for 200 Centre Street, draft plan approvals for two Sandymount Subdivision projects, and a Committee of Adjustment decision for a carport at 105 Sunset Drive. By‑law motions will be presented to confirm meeting proceedings, assume land for Highview Drive, and authorize easement and funding agreements.

• Assumption of Road Widening – Southdale Line, Parts 3 and 4 (Plan 11R-9413)
• Community Improvement Program residential grant – 200 Centre Street
• Draft Plan Approval – Sandymount Subdivision, Lecram Inc.
• Draft Plan Approval – Sandymount Subdivision, Land Rise Developments Inc. and Don West Construction Ltd.
• Committee of Adjustment Notice of Decision – new carport at 105 Sunset Drive

Budget Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council meeting on December 9, 2024 is dedicated to reviewing the proposed 2025 operating and capital budgets. The Director of Finance and City Treasurer will introduce the budget process and present the budget documents. The Director of Environmental Services and City Engineer will give an overview of asset management. Council members will discuss and consider the budget proposals.

• Special meeting called to discuss the proposed 2025 Budget
• Presentation of 2025 Proposed Operating Budget (Appendix A)
• Presentation of 2025 Proposed Capital Budget (Appendix A)
• Director of Finance and City Treasurer introduces budget process
• Director of Environmental Services and City Engineer provides asset‑management overview

Council Meeting

Council is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects, including the Dalewood Water Reclamation Facility and Fairview Avenue Corridor. The body will also consider a contribution agreement for the Highview Hideaway project and various community improvement grants.

• Contribution Agreement with Eastwood Housing Corporation for Highview Hideaway
• Endorsement of Dalewood Water Reclamation Facility Master Plan findings
• Community Improvement Program grants for 36-44 St. Catharine Street and 408 Talbot Street
• Easement Agreement with Skyline Retail Real Estate Holdings Inc. at 1010 Talbot Street
• Proposed radiocommunication tower at 64 Burwell Road

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting is called primarily for a closed session to discuss a personal matter concerning identifiable individuals, under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act. No substantive public business is on the agenda.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) for a personal matter about identifiable individuals

Council Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council will meet on November 18, 2024 to review several reports and proposals, including the INN St. Thomas Elgin operating budget, a renewal of employee group benefits, and audit services. The meeting also includes a resolution to provide free transit service on New Year's Eve and to award a consulting contract for the Woodworth Avenue Pumping Station design. A Committee of the Whole will consider strategic direction and other unfinished business before the council reconvenes for regular session.

• INN St. Thomas Elgin Operating Budget – report and financial statements
• 2025 Employee Group Benefits Renewal – proposal document
• Audit Services – proposal and supporting documents
• New Year's Eve Free Transit Service – service proposal
• Woodworth Ave Pumping Station Design – consultant award

Council Meeting

City Council is meeting to review 2025 water and sewer service rates and fees. The body will also consider an RFP award for a nurse call and access control system and review heritage permits for two properties.

• 2025 Water Rates, Fees and Charges and 2025 Sewer Service Rates
• RFP Award for Nurse Call System and Access Control Hardware and Software Replacement
• Heritage Alteration Permit for 730 Talbot Street and request for alterations for 36 St. Catharine Street
• Dalewood Water Reclamation Facility expropriation report
• Public meeting notice for a new carport at 105 Sunset Drive

Council Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council will discuss infrastructure updates, zoning amendments, and community grants. The meeting includes reports on a transportation master plan and a feasibility study for a community aquatic centre.

• Zoning amendment to remove Holding Zone symbol for Harvest Run Phase 3 Stage 3 Subdivision
• Heritage Facade and Building Improvement Grant for 483-487 Talbot Street
• Consultant award for Burwell Sewage Pumping Station Upgrades Design
• By-laws to close parts of Edgeware Line and South Edgeware Road
• Fee amendments for Clerk, General Office, and Airport matters

Water and Sewer Rates Public Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council held a public meeting on November 4, 2024 to present proposed amendments to water consumption rates and sewage service rates for 2025. The Director of Environmental Services gave an overview and explained that owners of private hydrants and known bulk water users will receive notice. No questions were raised by the public. Council will consider the related reports and by‑laws at its regular meeting on November 12, 2024.

• Proposed amendment to water consumption rates for 2025
• Proposed amendment to sewage service rates for 2025
• Notification to owners of private hydrants and bulk water users
• Council to consider related by‑laws at the November 12, 2024 meeting

Council Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council is meeting to discuss the 2023 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and various zoning and official plan amendments. The body will also review updates to the Municipal Accessibility Plan and fee by-laws for the City Clerk and Airport.

• Review of 2023 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements
• Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for Sandymount Development Area
• Zoning amendments for residential subdivisions at 41041 Major Line and 9783 Wellington Road
• Proposed 2025 fee by-law updates for the City Clerk's office and Municipal Airport
• Repeal of historic designation for 77 Metcalfe Street

Council Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council will vote on three by‑laws that authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign significant agreements: a residential loan agreement for the Community Improvement Program at 40 Wellington Street, a development agreement with Doug Tarry Limited for Millers Pond Phase 5 (66 single‑detached and 16 semi‑detached lots), and an Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement with the provincial Ministry of Economic Development. The meeting also includes public notices for upcoming November 4, 2024 meetings on proposed 2025 sewage service rates and 2025 water rates, fees and charges. Additional items such as a CSRIF funding application and a water reclamation facility procurement strategy are presented for discussion.

• By‑law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Residential Loan Agreement – Community Improvement Program (File No. 2024‑143‑40 Wellington Street)
• By‑law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Millers Pond Phase 5 development agreement with Doug Tarry Limited (66 single‑detached and 16 semi‑detached lots)
• By‑law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario
• Public notice of a November 4, 2024 meeting on proposed 2025 sewage service rates
• Public notice of a November 4, 2024 meeting on proposed 2025 water rates, fees and charges

Zoning Meeting

The agenda contains only generic headings, placeholders, and no specific items. No rezoning proposals, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed. This suggests the meeting is procedural with no recorded decisions or discussions.

Council Meeting

St. Thomas City Council will discuss community improvement projects, road closures, and financial reports. The body is also reviewing a heritage de-designation request and an agreement for affordable housing.

• Agreement with Prespa Sales & Rentals Limited for affordable housing at 15 Flora Street
• Community Improvement Plan projects for 40 Wellington Street and 15 Highbury Avenue
• Request to remove heritage designation for 77 Metcalfe Street
• Road closure requests for Light up Talbot and Edgeware Line/South Edgeware
• Minor variance application for 35 townhouse units at McGregor Farm Phase 2A

Council Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council will meet to discuss zoning changes, infrastructure contract extensions, and heritage permits. The session includes a review of traffic by-law revisions and a proposed proclamation for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Day.

• Zoning By-law Amendment application for 134-136 Manor Road
• Contract extension for Yarmouth Yards Earthworks and Servicing Phase 2
• Traffic and Parking By-law revisions for Highbury Avenue and South Edgeware Road
• Heritage Alteration Permits for 393 Talbot Street and 381 Talbot Street
• Agreement for 6 one-storey detached dwelling units at 21 Park Avenue

Council Meeting

Council will discuss a corporate communications strategy, second-round Housing Accelerator Fund funding, and a financial assistance request from The INN. The body will also consider several land development agreements and a liquor licence application.

• Agreement for McGregor Farm Phase 2A: 33 single-detached lots, 7 townhouse blocks, and 2 medium-to-high density blocks
• Agreement for Shaw Valley Phase 7: 45 single-detached lots
• Residential Loan Agreement for 109 Ross Street via the Community Improvement Program
• Minor variance application for 400 Highbury Avenue to permit 111 parking spaces instead of 133
• Liquor licence application for Old School Pizza Co. at 1-9 Princess Avenue

Council Meeting

The council will confirm the minutes from the August 12 meeting and then consider a range of items. Key decisions include authorizing a $10,000,000 debenture for the Yarmouth Yards capital works and reviewing the 2023 progress report for the St. Thomas‑Elgin 10‑Year Housing and Homelessness Plan. The meeting also includes public notices for minor variance applications at 1022 Talbot Street and 81 Vanier Place, a road‑closure request for the Santa Claus Parade, and the award of a solar‑panel installation contract.

• Authorize $10,000,000 Yarmouth Yards Debenture for capital works
• Review St. Thomas‑Elgin 10‑Year Housing and Homelessness Plan 2023 Progress Report
• Minor variance application for 1022 Talbot Street (parking reduction)
• Minor variance application for 81 Vanier Place (rear yard setback)
• Santa Claus Parade road‑closure request

Special Council Meeting

The City of St. Thomas Council is holding a special meeting to review the draft 2024-2027 Strategic Plan Action Plan. Council members will receive input and feedback on the draft document. The meeting also covers letters of support for a proposed Community Recreation and Aquatics Centre.

• Review of the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan – Draft Action Plan
• Discussion of letters of support for a new Community Recreation and Aquatics Centre
• Presentation by the City Manager on the draft Action Plan
• Review of support letters from the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario, St. Thomas Jumbo Jets, and Talbot Trail Physiotherapy
• Agenda item regarding the Elgin County Railway Museum viewing of the Stanley Cup Final Game

Council Meeting

Council will meet in a Committee of the Whole to review several development and zoning matters. The agenda also includes updates on ice allocation, community garden policies, and tree giveaway events.

• Land Rise Developments Inc. subdivision and zoning applications
• Lecram Inc. subdivision and zoning applications
• Minor variance for 25 Alexandria Avenue regarding a covered porch
• Hydro One Networks minor variance for electrical transmission towers at Yarmouth Yards
• Review of ice allocation policy for the 45 and Over NBC Hockey League

Council Meeting

At this meeting, St. Thomas City Council reviews reports on the 2024 Final Property Tax Rates and an OMERS by-law update. Planning staff will present a growth analysis study and follow-up reports for designated areas. Council also considers a proposal for a new animal shelter, a minor variance at 32 Gladstone Avenue, and notices for upcoming public consultations.

• Finalizing the 2024 property tax rates for all city taxpayers
• Reviewing the City Growth Analysis Study and Northwest Areas 2 & 3 planning follow-up
• Considering a proposal for a new animal shelter in St. Thomas
• Noticing an unbudgeted operating expenditure to fund a Housing Stability Supervisor position
• Announcing a public open house for the Transportation Master Plan Refresh on June 25

Council Meeting

Council will meet in a Committee of the Whole to discuss strategic direction, infrastructure, and corporate governance. The agenda includes updates on sewer use by-laws, downtown pedestrian crosswalks, and upcoming 2024 property tax rate decisions.

• Sewer Use By-Law update
• Seniors Picnic in the Park free transit report
• Pedestrian crosswalks downtown discussion
• Provincial Gas Tax report
• Notice of intention to adopt 2024 property tax rates

Council Meeting

The City of St. Thomas Council will review a new coordinated response protocol for reports of unsheltered homelessness. The agenda also includes tender awards for road rehabilitation and pollution control plant upgrades. Additionally, the council will consider zoning amendments and updates to child care funding agreements.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 30 South Edgeware Road
• Protocol for responding to reports of unsheltered homelessness
• 2024 Road Rehabilitation and Trails Program tender award
• Pollution Control Plant Optimization Upgrades tender award
• Notice of intention to adopt 2024 property tax rates

Council Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council meeting includes discussions on several Community Improvement Plan projects and an affordable housing development. Council will also review a report on electric vehicle charging stations and consider road closures for local events. Additionally, the agenda features updates on fireworks by-laws.

• Highview Hideaway Affordable Housing Project discussion
• Community Improvement Plan projects for 200 Centre Street, 25 Alexandria Avenue, and 76 Rosebery Place
• Amendment to the fireworks sale and discharge by-law
• Road closure requests for Nostalgia Nights Car Show and Old Courthouse Neighbourhood Street Party
• By-laws for Hydro One Networks Inc. easements on Highbury Avenue

Council Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council meeting on May 6, 2024, includes discussions on development and infrastructure items. This includes minor variance requests for the PowerCo SE site and 175 Manor Road. The agenda also covers a tender award for the South Edgeware Booster Station and Highbury Avenue widening easements.

• Minor variance at 175 Manor Road to increase density to 85 dwelling units per hectare
• PowerCo SE site minor variance regarding building and crane elevations up to 306 metres above sea level
• Tender award for the South Edgeware Booster Station
• Highbury Avenue widening involving Hydro One easements
• Liquor licence application for Club Champions Lounge Ltd. at 539 Talbot Street

Official Plan and Zoning Meeting

The City of St. Thomas held a public meeting regarding a proposed zoning by-law amendment for 1016-1020 Talbot Street. The proposal seeks to expand the range of permitted uses on the property. Council members discussed potential shared parking arrangements with the adjacent property owner.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 1016-1020 Talbot Street to permit additional uses

Council Meeting

Council will meet in a Committee of the Whole to discuss development and infrastructure items. The agenda includes reviews of Ontario Works, water system funds, and transit procurement.

• Proposed easement for 10 Highbury Avenue
• Yarmouth Yards Earthworks and Servicing Phase 1 tender award
• Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund discussion
• Transit vehicle procurement and transfer payment agreement amendment
• By-law to exempt Railway City Brewing Company and Caps Off Brewing Co. from holiday restrictions

Council Meeting

The Council held a public meeting regarding applications from Railway City Brewing Company and Caps Off Brewing Company to exempt them from the Retail Business Holidays Act. The proposed exemption pertains specifically to the retail sale of packaged products. Council will consider the exemption by-laws at its next regular meeting.

• Application for Retail Business Holidays Act exemption: Railway City Brewing Company (130 Edward Street)
• Application for Retail Business Holidays Act exemption: Caps Off Brewing Company (168 Curtis Street, Unit C)

Council Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council will discuss several items including a residential grant for 151 Wellington Street and an update on the Talbot Street Phase 3 reconstruction project. The agenda also includes reviews of park maintenance policies, parking limit requests, and environmental study endorsements. Additionally, council will consider various community communications and requests.

• Residential grant for 151 Wellington Street under the Community Improvement Program
• Award for RFP 2024-016 regarding a pumper replacement
• Update on the Talbot Street Phase 3 Reconstruction Project
• Request for five-hour on-street parking limits and Hincks Street parking control
• Endorsement of the Major Arterial Roadway Class EA Environmental Study Report

Council Meeting

The St. Thomas City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including tender awards for the Jaycee Pool upgrade and Yarmouth Yards rail spur and bridge. The agenda also includes a discussion on an inter-community transit service pilot and road closure requests. Additionally, council will review various proclamations and a liquor licence application.

• Tender award for Jaycee Pool Upgrade
• Tender award for Yarmouth Yards Rail Spur and Bridge
• Inter-Community Transit Service Pilot discussion
• Road closure request for Mocha Shriners Spring Ceremonial
• Liquor licence application for The Ice Box at Douglas J. Tarry Sports Complex

Special Council Meeting

The City of St. Thomas Council is holding a special meeting to discuss specific matters. A resolution will be presented to move into a closed session regarding negotiations carried out by or on behalf of the municipality.

• Closed session regarding municipal negotiations under Section 239 2(k)

Special Council Meeting

The City of St. Thomas Council is holding a special meeting on March 21, 2024. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss a personal matter regarding identifiable individuals.

• Closed session regarding a personal matter about identifiable individuals

Official Plan and Zoning Meeting

The City of St. Thomas is considering amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for lands known as Northwest Areas 2 and 3. The proposal would place these lands into a Residential holding zone (R7) as an interim measure until specific area policies are satisfied.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for Northwest Areas 2 and 3
• Proposed rezoning of subject lands to a Residential holding zone (R7)

Council Meeting

Council will discuss the Yarmouth Yards Industrial Subdivision draft plan and zoning amendments for Talbot Street. The agenda also includes reviewing tender awards for Third Avenue construction and Highbury Avenue widening. Additionally, several Community Improvement Program projects are presented for consideration.

• Draft Plan Approval for Yarmouth Yards Industrial Subdivision (File # 34T-23503)
• Zoning By-Law Amendment for 1016-1020 Talbot Street
• Tender award for Third Avenue Construction (Tender 2024-005)
• Tender award for Highbury Ave Widening
• Community Improvement Program projects on Talbot Street

Council Meeting

Council will review the 2024-25 Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan and receive a presentation regarding the Southwestern Public Health 2024 levy. The agenda also includes discussions on a share transfer for Entegrus Inc. and notices regarding local infrastructure studies.

• 2024-25 Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan
• Minor variance application for a four-unit building at 200 Centre Street
• Proposed transfer of shares in Entegrus Inc. by Corix Energy Inc.
• 2023 Public Sector Salary Disclosure
• Request to amend the designation by-law for Elgin County Railway Museum

Council Meeting

Council will meet in a Committee of the Whole to discuss strategic direction and infrastructure before reconvening for regular session. Key items include road closure requests, street reconstruction awards, and retail holiday exemption requests.

• Railway City Road Race road closure request
• Bill Martyn Parkway Reconstruction Tender 2024-003 award
• Elysian Street Reconstruction Tender 2024-006 award
• Kains Street Reconstruction Project
• Retail Business Holidays Act exemption request for Railway City Brewing Company and Caps Off Brewing Company

Council Meeting

The City of St. Thomas Council will review cross-jurisdictional care agreements with neighboring municipalities and a declaration of surplus land at Jonas Park parcels. The agenda also includes the Kettle Creek Conservation Authority's 2024 draft budget and a matter regarding vehicle towing on Talbot Street.

• Declaration of surplus property for Jonas Park parcels
• Cross-jurisdictional care agreements with neighboring municipalities
• Kettle Creek Conservation Authority 2024 draft budget and levy apportionment
• Consent application by Canadian National Railway at Station Street
• Vehicle towing on Talbot Street

Official Plan and Zoning Meeting

This public meeting was held to allow for representation regarding a proposed official plan and zoning by-law amendment for 44197 Ron McNeil Line. The amendment would permit the construction of a new industrial facility on the property. As part of the proposal, the developer will provide road widening along Highbury Avenue.

• Proposed industrial facility at 44197 Ron McNeil Line
• Road widening along Highbury Avenue
• Restriction of retail food stores to sit-down restaurants only

Council Meeting

The Council will review proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments for the Positioned for Growth Implementation. The agenda also includes discussions on the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and public art awards for Highbury Avenue roundabouts. Additionally, the meeting covers community grant applications and a heritage permit for 539 Talbot Street.

• Zoning amendment application by Cannon Homes for 125 Centennial Road
• Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments for growth implementation
• Outdoor Public Art Awards for Highbury Avenue roundabouts
• Community Grant Applications for February 2024
• Heritage Alteration Permit for 539 Talbot Street

Council Meeting

The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure projects such as the Wastewater Master Plan Update and various road reconstructions. Council will also hear a presentation from the Central Community Health Centre regarding opioid use disorder initiatives. Additionally, there are reviews of recent Committee of Adjustment decisions and heritage designation requests.

• Request for alterations to the heritage designation at 225 Wellington Street
• Tender awards for Kains Street Reconstruction and Meehan Street/Dieppe Drive Reconstruction
• Endorsement of the Wastewater Master Plan Update
• Notice of a new Hydro One transmission line project between St. Thomas and London
• Presentation on opioid use disorder initiatives by Central Community Health Centre

Council Meeting

St. Thomas Council will hold a special meeting and Committee of the Whole to discuss the development of the City's Strategic Plan. Anne Becker and Liz Gray from Climb Consulting will present an overview of the current draft plan. Members will review components, provide feedback, and discuss implementation strategies including action plans and performance indicators.

• Review of draft City Strategic Plan
• Presentation by Anne Becker and Liz Gray of Climb Consulting
• Discussion on strategic plan implementation and performance indicators

Council Meeting

Council will discuss a National Housing Co-Investment Fund agreement and zoning amendments for 44197 Ron McNeil Line. The agenda also includes reviewing health recruitment funding and a liquor licence application for 985 Talbot Street.

• National Housing Co-Investment Fund Agreement
• Zoning amendments for 44197 Ron McNeil Line
• $66,000 Health Recruitment Partnership Agreement with East Elgin Family Health Team
• Minor variance for a six-unit apartment building at 25 Alexandria Avenue
• Liquor licence application for Doughbox Woodfired Pizza and Pasta

Official Plan and Zoning Meeting

This public meeting addressed proposed official plan and zoning by-law amendments for 50 Silver Street. The amendment would permit a new business industrial facility on the property. Council members discussed potential tree planting, trail connections, and pedestrian crossings.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 50 Silver Street to permit an industrial facility

Council Meeting

St. Thomas City Council is holding its regular meeting to confirm December minutes, receive community petitions, and review a zoning notice from Central Elgin. The primary financial item scheduled for approval is the 2024 capital and operating budget. Several by-laws are also on the agenda to authorize agreements for development projects, designate a heritage property at 114 Metcalfe Street, and adjust land controls.

• Approval of the 2024 Capital and Operating Budget (Report TR-01-24)
• By-law to designate 114 Metcalfe Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest
• Agreements with Smart AMS Inc. for a corporate jet hangar and TKFV Holdings Inc. for a brewery at 44 St. Catharine Street
• Grant acknowledgement agreement with 519 Developments Ltd. under the Community Improvement Program at 145 Ross Street
• Notice of public hearing from Central Elgin regarding a zoning amendment for 42483 Southdale Line