Thorold public meetings in 2022

Council

Thorold City Council meets on December 20, 2022, to hold two statutory public meetings under the Planning Act for zoning by-law amendments at 41 and 50 St. David Street West, hear delegations, and consider multiple reports and motions. Council will also vote on a series of part lot control exemption by-laws for subdivisions and other administrative items. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Zoning by-law amendments for 41 and 50 St. David Street West (public meetings)
• Tender award for St. David's Road construction (Collier to Foley)
• South Main Street Bridge Eco-Park project update
• Motions on Santa Claus Parade, mature tree preservation, organizational review, physician recruitment
• 20 by-laws including part lot control exemptions for Bur Oak Drive, Vanilla Trail, and other streets

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment for 2 South Main Street in a 5-4 vote. Several motions were passed directing staff to prepare reports on mature tree preservation, an external organizational review, and the leasing of Fire Station 1 to the Museum Board.

• Approved zoning amendment for 2 South Main Street (5-4)
• Directed staff to report on leasing Fire Station 1 to Museum Board for $2 per year
• Approved $9,565.44 for Forcible Entry Training Simulator
• Approved $29,945.00 plus HST budget overrun for Rose Avenue Sanitary Sewer repair
• Re-allocated $50,000 for Lakeview Cemetery Administration Building engineering design
• Directed staff to report on a mature tree preservation policy
• Approved Terms of Reference for Tourism and Heritage Advisory Committees
• Approved including Canada Day and Santa Claus Parade as annual City-run events in 2023 budget

Council Correspondence

This is the City of Thorold's weekly correspondence distribution for December 16, 2022. Council is not voting on any items; it is receiving three pieces of correspondence for information. Councillors may request any item be placed on a future agenda.

• AMO Watchfile – December 15, 2022
• Resolution from Lanark County declaring intimate partner violence an epidemic
• Resolution from Town of Newmarket on the More Homes Built Faster Act

Committee of Adjustment

The Thorold Committee of Adjustment is meeting virtually to consider four property applications: one minor variance at 1202 Hansler Road, consent and two minor variances at 13 Sullivan Avenue / 39 Pine Street South, and minor variances at Lot 113 Pall Mall Avenue / Huntsworth Avenue and Lot 142 Palace Street. The agenda includes standard procedural items like call to order, conflict of interest declarations, and adoption of minutes. No decisions are recorded in the agenda itself.

• Minor variance application D13-39-2022 at 1202 Hansler Road
• Consent application D10-22-2022 and minor variances D13-40-2022/D13-41-2022 at 13 Sullivan Avenue / 39 Pine Street South
• Minor variance D13-42-2022 at Lot 113 Pall Mall Avenue / Huntsworth Avenue
• Minor variance D13-42-2022 at Lot 142 Palace Street

Council Correspondence

This is a weekly correspondence distribution for Thorold City Council, not a decision-making meeting. Council members receive six items of external correspondence for information, and can request any item be placed on a future agenda for discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Correspondence from Niagara Peninsula Conservation on November 2022 board meeting highlights
• Correspondence from Township of Malahide on Federal Cannabis Act Review
• Correspondence from Feed Niagara on Niagara food banks
• AMO Watchfile for December 8, 2022
• Resolution from Municipality of Magnetawan on Build More Homes Faster Act

Council

Thorold City Council meets December 6, 2022, with a statutory public meeting under the Planning Act for a zoning by-law amendment at 2 South Main Street. Council will also consider consent reports, including a temporary use agreement for the Niagara Cricket Club, a subdivision agreement for Towpath Estates, and several by-laws. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Zoning by-law amendment public meeting for 2 South Main Street
• Temporary use agreement and by-law for Niagara Cricket Club lands
• Subdivision agreement with 800460 Ontario Limited for Towpath Estates
• By-law to use donated lands at 1842 Beaverdams Road for a leash-free dog park
• Termination of lease agreement No. 66-1476 with St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation

Council Correspondence

This is the City of Thorold's weekly correspondence distribution for December 2, 2022. Council is not voting on any items; it is receiving informational correspondence from provincial ministries, other municipalities, and AMO. Items include updates on geologic carbon storage, the More Homes Built Faster Act, Via Rail funding support, and an Integrity Commissioner resolution.

• Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry correspondence on Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act changes for Geologic Carbon Storage
• Resolutions from Norfolk County, City of Toronto, and Town of Orangeville on the More Homes Built Faster Act
• City of Stratford resolution supporting funding for Via Rail Services
• AMO call for applications for 2022-2024 Board of Directors
• Town of Petrolia resolution supporting stronger Integrity Commissioner powers

Council Correspondence

This is a bi-weekly correspondence package for Council's information, not a decision-making meeting. It includes resolutions from other Ontario municipalities regarding provincial housing legislation (More Homes Built Faster Act, Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act, More Homes for Everyone Act), a wildlife damage compensation program fee, and a York Region Official Plan modification. Councillors may request any item be placed on a future agenda.

• Resolution from Lambton Shores on More Homes Built Faster Act
• Resolution from Mississauga on More Homes Built Faster Act
• Resolution from Lanark Highlands on OMAFRA Wildlife Damage Compensation Program fee
• Resolution from Lanark Highlands on Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act
• Resolution from Aurora on York Region Official Plan modifications

City Council - Inaugural Meeting

This is the inaugural meeting of Thorold City Council following the 2022 municipal election. The agenda is largely ceremonial, including the verification of election results, recognition of retiring councillors, the oath of office for new council members, and an inaugural address by Mayor Terry Ugulini. The only substantive item is a by-law to adopt, ratify, and confirm the actions of the council at this meeting.

• Oath of office for Mayor Ugulini and councillors
• Recognition of retiring councillors
• Inaugural address by Mayor Terry Ugulini
• Bill 94-2022: by-law to adopt, ratify, and confirm council actions at the inaugural meeting

City Council held its inaugural meeting to organize the 2022-2026 term. Members took the oath of office and the Mayor delivered an inaugural address. The meeting concluded with the passing of a by-law to ratify the proceedings.

• Passed Bill 94-2022 to adopt and confirm actions of the inaugural meeting

Council Correspondence

This is the City of Thorold's bi-weekly correspondence package for November 18, 2022. Council is not voting on these items; they are informational. The package includes multiple items about the More Homes Built Faster Act (Bill 23), including a memorandum from city staff, correspondence from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and resolutions from other municipalities and agencies. Other items include notices and resolutions on topics like a road study, the Strong Mayors Building Act, and municipal drain infrastructure.

• Memorandum from senior management on Bill 23 (More Homes Built Faster Act)
• Correspondence from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on Bill 23
• Resolutions from St. Catharines, Joly, Niagara Peninsula Conservation, Prince Edward, and Puslinch on Bill 23
• Notice of study commencement for Regional Road 56 (Burleigh Hill Drive)
• Resolution from County of Prince Edward on Strong Mayors, Building Act

Committee of Adjustment

The Thorold Committee of Adjustment is meeting virtually to consider five property applications, including minor variances and consents (land severances). Reports are available for two applications; details for the other three are to be distributed at the meeting.

• 2986 Faywell Road — minor variance (D13-36-2022)
• 1479 Merrittville Hwy — consent (D10-21-2022)
• 45 Canby Street — two consents and one minor variance (D10-07-2022, D10-08-2022, D13-35-2022)
• 58 West Street North — consent and two minor variances (D10-19-2022, D13-33-2022, D13-34-2022)
• 98 Welland Street North — consent and two minor variances (D10-06-2022, D13-37-2022, D13-38-2022)

Council Correspondence

This is a bi-weekly correspondence package for Council's information, not a decision-making meeting. It includes three items: the AMO Watchfile, a Niagara Regional Council resolution on active transportation and migrant workers, and a Niagara Transit Commission resolution on its 2023 budget and requisition. Councillors may request any item be placed on a future agenda.

• AMO Watchfile – November 10, 2022
• Niagara Regional Council resolution on Active Transportation and Migrant Workers (Sept 22, 2022)
• Niagara Transit Commission resolution on 2023 Budget and Requisition (Nov 1, 2022)

Council Correspondence

This is the City of Thorold's bi-weekly correspondence package for November 4, 2022. It contains one item: the AMO Watchfile from October 27, 2022, circulated for information only. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; councillors may request any item be placed on a future agenda.

• AMO Watchfile – October 27, 2022 (external correspondence)

Council Correspondence

This is a bi-weekly correspondence package for Council's information, not a decision-making meeting. It includes letters and resolutions from the province, other municipalities, and the AMO about Ontario's housing supply plan and the Strong Mayors Building Homes Act, plus a conservation authority request to extend a comment deadline. Councillors may request any item be placed on a future agenda.

• Correspondence from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing re: More Homes Built Faster: Ontario's Housing Supply Action Plan 2022-2023
• Resolution from Township of Adjala-Tosorontio opposing the Strong Mayors Building Homes Act
• AMO Policy Update on More Homes Built Faster Act
• AMO Watchfile dated October 27, 2022
• Resolution from Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority re: extending comment deadline on Final Land Securement Strategy

Council Correspondence

This is a bi-weekly correspondence package for Council's information, not a decision-making meeting. It includes updates from the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, a Greenbelt Foundation report on municipal finances and growth, a resolution from the Town of Mattawa opposing Ontario's Bill 3, and the AMO Watchfile. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Correspondence from Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority on board meeting highlights
• Greenbelt Foundation correspondence on municipal finances and growth planning in the Greater Golden Horseshoe
• Resolution from Town of Mattawa opposing Ontario's Bill 3
• AMO Watchfile for October 20

Council Correspondence

This is a bi-weekly correspondence package for Thorold Council, circulated for information only under the Procedural By-law. It includes four items: a Niagara Region update on homelessness services, two AMO policy surveys/watchfiles, and a resolution from West Perth about the Strong Mayors Building Homes Act. No decisions are being made; councillors may request any item be placed on a future agenda.

• Correspondence from Niagara Region on homelessness services and reduction activities (Oct 3, 2022)
• AMO Policy Survey dated October 12, 2022
• AMO Watchfile dated October 13, 2022
• Resolution from Municipality of West Perth on Strong Mayors Building Homes Act (Oct 3, 2022)

Council Correspondence

This is the City of Thorold Council's bi-weekly correspondence package for October 7, 2022. It contains three items of informational correspondence from external bodies, including an AMO Watchfile, a Niagara Region update on automated speed enforcement, and a Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority water quality fact sheet. No decisions are being made; councillors may request any item be placed on a future agenda.

• AMO Watchfile, October 6, 2022
• Niagara Region correspondence on automated speed enforcement (ASE) implementation, dated September 30, 2022
• Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority 2021 water quality stewardship fact sheet, dated September 27, 2022

Council Correspondence

This is the City of Thorold's bi-weekly correspondence package for Council's information, not a decision-making meeting. It includes six items of incoming correspondence from residents, the Niagara Region, other municipalities, and AMO. Councillors can request any item be placed on a future agenda for formal discussion.

• Correspondence from Carla Carlson re: name of The Frog Pond
• Niagara Region resolution re: NPCA Policy Document and Procedural Manual Update
• Niagara Region resolution re: Smarter Niagara Incentive Program (SNIP) Tax Increment Grant 2022 Update
• Powassan resolution re: Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program administrative fees
• Town of Lincoln correspondence proclaiming September 2022 as childhood cancer awareness month

Council

Thorold City Council is meeting to consider a deferred motion about the Thorold Fire Station 1 property at 16 Towpath Street, along with numerous consent reports and by-laws. The agenda includes items on subdivision agreements, removal of holding symbols, park projects, and various administrative matters. Several items are routine approvals, but the fire hall motion and subdivision-related decisions are notable.

• Deferred motion by Councillor Kenny regarding Thorold Fire Station 1 Property at 16 Towpath Street
• Removal of holding 'H' symbol for Rolling Meadows Phases 14 and 16 and Artisan Ridge Phase 2
• By-law to authorize subdivision agreement for Rolling Meadows Phase 14
• Active Transportation Fund Agreement for Port Robinson South Main Street Bridge and Eco Park Project
• Partner Group Ice Rate for Walker Sports and Abilities Centre

Council approved offering the Thorold Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation the right of first refusal to purchase the Fire Hall property at 16 Towpath Street for seniors housing, in a 6-1 recorded vote. Council also approved a concept plan for the Battle of Beechwood Park project and directed staff to apply for $150,000 in Greenbelt Foundation funding. Several consent reports were approved, including accounts payable, subdivision agreements, and a new corporate policy on electronic monitoring.

• Offered right of first refusal on Fire Hall property to Non-Profit Housing Corp (6-1)
• Approved Battle of Beechwood Park concept plan and $150K grant application
• Approved subsidized ice rate for partner groups at Walker Sports Centre ($26,000)
• Approved pride flag pole at Battle of Beaverdams Park, subject to fundraising policy
• Approved consent reports including accounts payable, subdivision agreements, and electronic monitoring policy
• Directed staff to apply for Greenbelt Foundation tree canopy grant
• Authorized execution of Active Transportation Fund grant for Port Robinson bridge and Eco Park
• Received report on internet voting for information

Council Correspondence

This is a bi-weekly correspondence package for Council's information, not a decision-making meeting. Items include an AMO policy survey, library board minutes, a DSBN proposal to acquire part of McMillan Park, and resolutions from other municipalities on Strong Mayors legislation. Councillors can request any item be placed on a future agenda.

• DSBN proposal to acquire approximately 5.61 acres of McMillan Park
• AMO Policy Survey
• Thorold Public Library Board meeting minutes (June 15 and July 27, 2022)
• Resolution from Town of Gravenhurst on Strong Mayors
• Resolution from Township of Adjala-Tosorontio on Strong Mayors and Building Homes Act

Council Correspondence

This is a bi-weekly correspondence package for Council's information, not a decision-making meeting. It includes a resolution from the Township of McGarry about recalling municipal councillors under prescribed circumstances, and the AMO Watchfile from September 15, 2022. Councillors may request items be placed on a future agenda if they want them discussed.

• Resolution from Township of McGarry on recalling municipal councillors
• AMO Watchfile – September 15, 2022

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Thorold Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 15, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed.

Council

Thorold City Council is meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment for 13 St. David Street West, which includes a statutory public meeting. Council will also hear delegations on motions regarding the Fire Station 1 property at 16 Towpath Street and federal electoral boundary changes, and will consider several reports and by-laws.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 13 St. David Street West (By-laws 78-2022 and 79-2022)
• Motion regarding Thorold Fire Station 1 property at 16 Towpath Street
• Motion regarding Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission proposed redistribution
• Arena partial roof repair tender award (PWCS 2022-103)
• 2022-2026 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (CC 2022-52)

Council Correspondence

This is a bi-weekly correspondence package for Thorold City Council, circulated per the Procedural By-law. It contains one item: the AMO Watchfile from September 8, 2022, which is informational only. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; councillors may request items be placed on a future agenda.

• AMO Watchfile - September 8, 2022 (informational only)

Council Correspondence

This meeting consists of the circulation of a bi-weekly information package to Council. The package includes internal memos and external correspondence from other levels of government.

• AMO Watchfile - September 1, 2022

SPECIAL Council Meeting

This special council meeting focuses on the Rolling Meadows development, including an Official Plan Amendment and a subdivision agreement for Phase 16. Council will also consider an in-kind request from the BIA and Knights of Columbus, an appointment by-law, and a closed session about a proposed land disposition at 30 Carleton St. N (McMillan Field).

• Official Plan Amendment 15 for Rolling Meadows (File No. D09-01-2020)
• Rolling Meadows Phase 16 Plan of Subdivision and Subdivision Agreement
• BIA and Knights of Columbus In-kind Request
• Appointment By-law (CC-C 2022-01)
• Closed meeting: Proposed disposition of land at 30 Carleton St. N (McMillan Field)

Council approved Official Plan Amendment 15 for Rolling Meadows and the final plan of subdivision for Phase 16, authorizing a subdivision agreement. It also approved in-kind service requests and budget overruns for the BIA Welcome Event and Knights of Columbus Harvest Fest. A notice of motion was given for a future Battle of Beechwoods Park, and council moved into closed session to discuss a land disposition at 30 Carleton St. N (McMillan Field).

• Approved Official Plan Amendment 15 for Rolling Meadows (File No. D09-01-2020) without further public meeting (carried)
• Approved final plan of subdivision for Rolling Meadows Phase 16 (Part Township Lot 31 Thorold, Parts 1-6 on Plan 59R-17198) (carried)
• Directed preparation of by-law to authorize execution of subdivision agreement with Rolling Meadows Development Corporation and Glen Douglas Gordon (carried)
• Approved BIA Welcome Event in Downtown Thorold on September 17, 2022, with in-kind services and $2,485 budget overrun (carried)
• Approved Knights of Columbus Harvest Fest in-kind services for September 10-11, 2022, with $940 budget overrun (carried)
• Received Appointment By-law memorandum for information (carried)
• Moved into closed session to discuss proposed land disposition at 30 Carleton St. N (McMillan Field) (carried)
• Received report PWCS 2022-96 on McMillan Field update and directed staff to proceed as directed in closed session (carried)

Council Correspondence

This is a bi-weekly correspondence package for Council's information, not a decision-making meeting. Council is receiving three items of correspondence: a letter from Niagara Region about waste management during student move-outs, a letter from Wasaga Beach about the Strong Mayors, Building Act, and the AMO Watchfile. Councillors may request any item be placed on a future agenda for discussion.

• Correspondence from Niagara Region Public Works on Waste Management By-Law regarding student move-outs
• Correspondence from Town of Wasaga Beach on Strong Mayors, Building Act
• AMO Watchfile (Association of Municipalities of Ontario) included for information

Thorold Town and Gown Committee

The Thorold Town and Gown Committee is meeting virtually to discuss upcoming community events and preparations for the fall semester. Items include a BIA Backyard BBQ, Welcome Week activities, and a Brock Cares Day of Service. The meeting is largely administrative, with agenda adoption and minutes approval.

• Thorold BIA Backyard BBQ on September 17, 2022
• Preparation for Fall Semester
• Welcome Week and Start of Term Activities
• Welcome Wagon Invitation
• Brock Cares Day of Service

Council Correspondence

This is the City of Thorold's bi-weekly correspondence package for August 19, 2022. Council is receiving three items of information: an AMO Watchfile, a resolution from the Municipality of Shuniah supporting Bill C-233 (Keira's Law), and an AMO policy update covering provincial health news, the Canada Child Care Plan, and flood hazard mapping. No decisions are being made; councillors may request that any item be placed on a future agenda.

• AMO Watchfile – August 18, 2022
• Resolution from Municipality of Shuniah supporting Bill C-233 'Keira's Law'
• AMO Policy Update: Provincial Health News, Canada Child Care Plan Update, Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program

Council Correspondence

This is the City of Thorold's bi-weekly correspondence package for Council's information. It includes four items of external correspondence, but no decisions or votes are scheduled. Councillors may request that any item be placed on a future agenda for discussion.

• Correspondence from Town of South Bruce Peninsula on mandatory firefighter certification
• Niagara Region notice of study completion for South Niagara Falls wastewater solutions environmental assessment
• AMO Watchfile dated August 11, 2022
• Town of Hanover resolution endorsement on physician shortages in Ontario

Council Correspondence

This is the Council's bi-weekly information package (CBWC 13-2022) for August 5, 2022. It contains 10 items of correspondence from external bodies and internal communications. No decisions are being made; Councillors may request that any item be placed on a future agenda.

• Request from Heritage Thorold to move a heritage-designated bell
• Resolution from Township of Perry supporting Private Member's Bill C-233 'Kiera's Law'
• Resolution from Township of Mulmur declaring a Climate Emergency
• Resolution from Township of Puslinch supporting Ontario to revisit Bill 109
• Correspondence from Town of South Bruce Peninsula on physician shortages

Council

Thorold Council is meeting electronically to consider several reports and by-laws. The main item is a proposal to amend the Official Plan and zoning by-laws for lands at 2-30 Confederation Avenue, which includes a public delegation. Council will also review financial statements, development charges, and various public works items, and may award a construction tender for the new Fire Station No. 1.

• Official Plan Amendment No. 17 and zoning by-law amendments for 2-30 Confederation Avenue (By-laws 61-2022, 62-2022, 63-2022, 65-2022)
• Tender award for Fire Station No. 1 construction (PWCS 2022-82)
• Artisan Ridge Phase II subdivision agreement with Marydel Homes (Thorold) Inc. (By-law 69-2022)
• Development charges credit refund agreement for Port Robinson Rd. urbanization (PWCS 2022-63)
• King St. parking proposal with resident petition (PWCS 2022-83)

Road Safety Advisory Committee

The Road Safety Committee is meeting virtually for what is noted as the last meeting of this term of council. The agenda contains only routine procedural items such as adopting the agenda and minutes, with no official committee business or correspondence listed.

• No official committee business
• No correspondence received
• Final meeting of this term of council

Council Correspondence

This meeting consists of a bi-weekly correspondence package containing internal memos and communications from external municipalities and levels of government. The items are provided for informational purposes pursuant to the City's Procedural By-law.

• Correspondence regarding voter list mailing addresses from the Township of Matachewan
• Annual Emergency Exercise Exemption correspondence from the Township of Greater Madawaska
• Letter of support regarding Federal and Provincial documents related to the former Mohawk Institute Residential School
• Resolutions respecting the AMBER alert system from the City of Mississauga, Bonfield Township, and the Municipality of Shuniah
• Correspondence regarding the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program from the Municipality of Tweed

THOROLD ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Thorold Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss active transportation initiatives. Agenda items include a Niagara Region transportation update, a final account of the Grade 6 Bike Education & Safety program, and several motions for consideration, such as a path to Niagara College and bike racks for Beaverdams Park.

• Niagara Region Transportation Update by Regional Councillor Tim Whalen
• Final Account of the Grade 6 Bike Education & Safety program
• Motion: Path to Niagara College
• Motion: Thorold/Pelham Railway Spur
• Motion: Community Grant funds to purchase bike racks for Beaverdams Park

Age-Friendly Committee

The Age-Friendly Ad Hoc Committee is meeting virtually to finalize its 2023 calendar and distribution policy, review the final budget request, and discuss upcoming events including a swim and movie night and a Christmas luncheon. The committee will also receive an update on a street signs motion that went to Council on July 12, 2022. This is the committee's last meeting as the term of Council is ending.

• 2023 Calendar final costs and distribution policy
• Swim and Movie Night on August 27, 2022 - update with costs
• Christmas Luncheon at William Thomas - cost $500.00, potential cost split with Thorold Senior Citizens Association
• Final Budget Review - Budget Request 2022Final.pdf
• Street Signs Motion update from Council meeting on July 12, 2022

Council

Thorold City Council is meeting to consider several reports and by-laws, including changes to water and sewer collection processes, a sidewalk and curb replacement tender award, and development agreements for Allanburg Estates and Pilkington Street. The agenda also includes updates on the St. David's Road reconstruction and Frog Pond restoration, plus a closed session on an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal. Two items, the Lakeview Mausoleum conceptual design and a related update, were withdrawn.

• By-law 68-2022 to amend water/sewer collection processes (By-law 1783 (93))
• Tender award for sidewalk and curb replacement at various locations (Request for Tender #302PW2005)
• Pre-Servicing Agreement for Allanburg Estates
• Development Agreement for Pilkington Street
• Part lot control exemptions for blocks 36, 37, 38 in Confederation Heights subdivision (Bur Oak Drive)

Road Safety Advisory Committee

The Road Safety Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several road safety items, including a proposed stop sign at Ormond and Townline Rd, traffic concerns near a new development on St. Davids Road, and regulation of mobility devices. The committee will also consider correspondence, adopt the agenda and previous minutes, and hold a roundtable discussion. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are listed for discussion.

• Stop sign at Ormond and Townline Rd
• New development on St. Davids Road across from Keefer mansion
• Regulation of mobility devices
• Traffic law enforcement budget
• Sign for traffic turning from Collier Rd South to Confederation

Thorold Runway of Recognition

The Thorold Runway of Recognition Committee is meeting virtually to adopt the agenda and approve minutes from June 2, 2022. The main business is receiving final reports from subcommittees (hall booking, ticket sales, program sales, plaque/trophy, banquet, publicity, bio) and holding a roundtable discussion. No decisions on specific items are listed beyond routine approvals.

• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of June 2, 2022 minutes
• Final reports from seven subcommittees
• Roundtable discussion

SPECIAL Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting held electronically. The main item is a closed-session confidential verbal update concerning an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal related to 16 Ormond Street, citing solicitor-client privilege. The only open business is a by-law to confirm actions from the meeting.

• Closed session: confidential verbal update on Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal 16 Ormond Street
• By-law 67-2022 to adopt, ratify and confirm actions of City Council at this special meeting

Council held a special meeting, moved into closed session to receive a confidential verbal update on an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal concerning 16 Ormond Street, and then reconvened to receive the update for information and direct staff as instructed. The only formal decision was to adopt the agenda, receive the confidential update, and pass a by-law confirming the meeting's actions. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Adopted the agenda for the special meeting (carried)
• Moved into closed session for confidential update on Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal 16 Ormond Street (carried)
• Received confidential verbal update on Ormond Street appeal and directed staff as per closed session (carried)
• Passed By-law 67-2022 to adopt, ratify, and confirm actions of the special meeting (carried)

Age-Friendly Committee

The Age Friendly Ad Hoc Committee is meeting virtually to approve minutes, review budgeted activities for 2022, and plan business before its term ends. Several items, including a housing update and Home Share discussion, are deferred to the new committee term. The committee is also awaiting a street signs motion to go to Council in June 2022.

• Budget request 2022 revised reviewed for items like shoe horns, 2022-2023 calendar, swim/movie night on August 27, 2022, and Christmas luncheon
• Street signs motion not yet to Council; expected at second Council meeting in June 2022
• Chat bench update discussed
• Niagara Older Adult Alliance meeting summary from May 26, 2022
• Bocce tournament among other planned activities

Council

Thorold City Council is meeting electronically on June 21, 2022, to consider a range of reports and by-laws. Key items include a proposed Official Plan amendment and zoning changes for 2 Confederation Avenue, several consultant and tender awards for infrastructure projects, and updates on parks and community events. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss a land disposition and litigation.

• Official Plan Amendment No. 17 and zoning by-law amendments for 2-30 Confederation Avenue (By-laws 61-2022, 62-2022, 63-2022, 65-2022)
• Removal of holding 'H' from Rolling Meadows Phase 15 (By-law 64-2022)
• Consultant awards: Municipal Class EA for Egerter-Towpath and Kottmeier-Merritt, watermain design on Hwy 20, Clairmont St. design
• Tender awards: guiderail repair and replacement, storm sewer repair
• Traffic calming budget expansion and Richmond St. safety review

THOROLD ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Thorold Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss updates on the Grade 6 bike education program, a virtual bike decoration event for Canada Day, concerns about buses not following the 1-metre rule, regional active transportation updates, and social media communications. The meeting includes routine adoption of agenda and minutes, and is the second-to-last meeting for this term of council.

• Grade 6 Bike Education program update
• Virtual Bike Decoration for Canada Day update
• Concern about buses not following the 1-metre rule
• Regional Active Transportation updates
• New Communications Officer for social media

Council Correspondence

This is the Council's bi-weekly information package, circulated for review. It contains 18 items of correspondence, including resolutions from other municipalities on topics like firefighter certification, infrastructure funding, and retirement homes, as well as letters from provincial bodies. No decisions are being made at this meeting; councillors may request items be placed on a future agenda.

• Resolution from Town of Newmarket re: Mandatory Firefighter Certifications
• Resolution from Township of Lanark Highlands re: Ontario Must Build it Right the First Time
• Resolution from Municipality of Shuniah re: Funding Support for Bridge and Culvert Replacements
• Letter from Ministry of Northern Development re: Oral Rabies Vaccine bait distribution
• Resolution from City of Cambridge re: Joint and Several Liability

Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee is meeting virtually to adopt its agenda and minutes, then receive status updates on Battle of Beaverdams Park, a proposal from the DSBN for McMillan Park, and Canada Day weekend festivities. No correspondence has been received. The meeting is largely procedural with updates and discussion.

• Status update on Battle of Beaverdams Park
• Update on McMillan Park and DSBN proposal
• Canada Day weekend festivities planning

Council

The provided document contains only procedural software interface text and does not include a meeting agenda or specific discussion topics for the Thorold Council meeting on June 7, 2022.

Thorold Runway of Recognition

The Thorold Runway of Recognition Committee is meeting virtually to adopt the agenda and minutes from May 19, 2022, and to hear updates from subcommittees. The Plaque/Trophy Committee reports all plaques and trophies are ready. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of May 19, 2022 minutes
• Plaque/Trophy Committee: all plaques and trophies ready
• Updates from Hall Booking, Ticket Sales, Program Sales, Banquet, Publicity, Bio committees

Council Correspondence

This is the Council's bi-weekly correspondence package for information only; no decisions are being made. It includes three items: a federal notice on proposed toxic substance regulations, a resolution from Cambridge about free transit on election days, and a resolution from Espanola supporting Russian sanctions. Councillors may request any item be placed on a future agenda.

• Email from Environment and Climate Change Canada re proposed Prohibition of Certain Toxic Substances Regulations, 2022
• Resolution from City of Cambridge re free public transportation on election days
• Resolution from Town of Espanola re support for Russian sanctions

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Tourism Advisory Committee will meet virtually to discuss committee business and the Tourism Co-Ordinator's Report. The agenda includes discussions on the Tourism Website and Heritage Thorold (LACAC).

• Tourism Website discussion
• Heritage Thorold (LACAC) discussion
• Tourism Co-Ordinator's Report

Thorold Runway of Recognition

This is a routine committee meeting of the Thorold Runway of Recognition, held virtually due to COVID-19. The agenda includes adopting the agenda and minutes from May 4, 2022, declarations of interest, and reports from subcommittees (Hall Booking, Ticket Sales, Program Sales, Plaque/Trophy, Banquet, Publicity, Bio). No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.

• Adoption of minutes from May 4, 2022 meeting
• Reports from seven subcommittees (Hall Booking, Ticket Sales, Program Sales, Plaque/Trophy, Banquet, Publicity, Bio)
• Roundtable discussion
• Next meeting date to be determined

Council

Thorold City Council is meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment for the Artisan Ridge Phase 3A subdivision, award several construction and consultant contracts, and receive updates on the Pride Crosswalk project and Niagara Region Official Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes, correspondence, and a closed session on union negotiations.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for Artisan Ridge Phase 3A (File No. D14-01-2022) - first reading of By-laws 2022-52 and 2022-53
• Tender award for 2022 Urban Resurfacing Program (RFT #102EN2003)
• Tender award for Merritt Meadows Park (RFT #502CS1002)
• Contractor tender award for Municipal Operations Centre (RFT #602OP2017-T1)
• Consultant award for Battle Street sewer replacement and road reconstruction (RFP #102EN2009)

Age-Friendly Committee

The Age-Friendly Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda and minutes. They will vote on a $186.25 purchase of 125 shoe horns from Ikea, funded from the committee's Novelty Item 2022 account. Several items, including a planning and housing update and a home share article, have been deferred to the June meeting.

• Proposed purchase of 125 shoe horns from Ikea for $186.25
• Deferred: City of Thorold Planning and Housing Update
• Deferred: Home Share Article discussion
• Older Adult Alliance Meeting scheduled for May 26, 2022
• 2023 Calendar to be presented to Council on May 17 or June 7, 2022

Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee is meeting virtually to adopt its agenda and approve minutes from February 2, 2022. The main business item is a presentation by Leslie Daniels, Chair of the Thorold Horticultural Society, regarding a bench proposal. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn and the next meeting is set for June 8, 2022.

• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of February 2, 2022 minutes
• Thorold Horticultural Society bench proposal – Leslie Daniels, Chair
• Next meeting: June 8, 2022 at 1:30 p.m.

THOROLD ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

This agenda contains only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE meeting management system, with no actual agenda items, reports, or decisions listed. The meeting appears to be scheduled for May 11, 2022, but no substantive content is provided.

Thorold Runway of Recognition

The Thorold Runway of Recognition Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative business: adopting the agenda, approving prior minutes, and receiving reports from subcommittees (hall booking, ticket sales, program sales, plaque/trophy, banquet, publicity, bio). They will also approve the gala agenda, inductee introducers, and committee/inductee gala expenses. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2022 meeting
• Reports from seven subcommittees (hall booking, ticket sales, program sales, plaque/trophy, banquet, publicity, bio)
• Approval of gala agenda and inductee introducers
• Approval of committee and inductee gala expenses

Age-Friendly Committee

The Age-Friendly Ad Hoc Committee is holding a routine virtual meeting. The agenda includes adopting the agenda, a calendar update, and a roundtable discussion. No minutes are to be approved, and no substantive decisions or proposals are listed.

• Calendar update
• Roundtable discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for May 12, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Road Safety Advisory Committee

The Road Safety Committee is meeting virtually to adopt its agenda and approve minutes from January 26, 2022. The main business item is a draft report on traffic calming issues, which will be discussed. The meeting is open to the public via the city's website and YouTube.

• Draft report on traffic calming issues
• Approval of January 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Adoption of meeting agenda

Council

Council is holding a virtual meeting to discuss and potentially approve a zoning by-law amendment for 1970 DeCew Road. The agenda includes a recommendation report and first reading of two by-laws to rezone the property. The meeting is largely procedural, with the rezoning as the only substantive item.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 1970 DeCew Road (PDS2022-07)
• First reading of By-law 43-2022 to amend Zoning By-law 2140 (97)
• First reading of By-law 44-2022 to amend Zoning By-law 60-2019
• By-law 38-2022 to confirm actions of the special council meeting

Council defeated a proposed zoning by-law amendment that would have rezoned 1970 Decew Road to allow apartment and long-term care uses. The motion to approve the rezoning was lost after a recorded vote, with Mayor Ugulini declaring a conflict of interest and not voting. Council also adopted a by-law confirming its actions at the meeting.

• Defeated rezoning of 1970 Decew Road from R1A to R4B-6/R4A-75 (recorded vote, 0 yes, 8 no)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved By-Law 38-2022 confirming Council actions at the April 26, 2022 special meeting

Council

Thorold City Council is meeting virtually to discuss a report on housing needs in rural and northern municipalities, including materials related to provincial Bill 109 (More Homes for Everyone Act). The agenda also includes first reading of a by-law to confirm actions from a special meeting held earlier that day. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of CC2022-34: Materials for Review and Comment Respecting Housing Needs in Rural and Northern Municipalities
• Review of Ministry Housing Report and AMO response to HATF report
• Review of Bill 109 (More Homes for Everyone Act) highlights and planning act changes
• First reading of By-Law 45-2022 to adopt, ratify, and confirm actions of the special council meeting on April 25, 2022

Council received Report CC2022-34 on housing needs in rural and northern municipalities, including materials on Bill 109 and the More Homes for Everyone Act. They directed the City Clerk to draft a detailed motion based on the roundtable discussion and forward comments to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing before the April 29, 2022 deadline. The meeting also included first and final readings of By-Law 45-2022, which confirmed actions from the special council meeting held earlier that day.

• Received Report CC2022-34 on housing needs in rural and northern municipalities (carried)
• Directed City Clerk to create a detailed motion from roundtable discussion (carried)
• Directed comments be sent to Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing by April 29, 2022 (carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Allowed council members to exceed 5-minute speaking limit (carried)
• Gave first reading to By-Law 45-2022 (carried)
• Gave final reading to By-Law 45-2022 (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (carried)

Council

Thorold City Council is meeting electronically on April 19, 2022, to consider routine administrative items, public meetings for two zoning by-law amendments, and several consent and discussion reports. The agenda includes a motion to waive parking meter fees in Lot #2 for downtown Cruise Nights, as well as reports on the community services fee schedule, community grants, ice time allocation, and a cemetery service delivery review.

• Public meeting: Artisan Ridge Phase 3A zoning by-law amendment (D14-01-2022)
• Public meeting: 13 St. Davids St. W zoning by-law amendment (D14-02-2022)
• Motion to waive parking meter fees in Lot #2 on Friday evenings May 6–Sept 23, 2022 for Cruise Nights
• Tender awards: streetlight maintenance (RFT #302PW2008) and weeping tile disconnection (RFT #302PW2004)
• Community Services Fee Schedule 2022-2028 and 2022 Community Grants reports

Age-Friendly Committee

The Age-Friendly Ad Hoc Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda and minutes, and discussing several deferred items. Key actions include proposed spending on shoe horns from Ikea, allocating funds for coffee and tea for a May event, and a $50 allocation for the Senior of the Year Award. Several items, such as housing and planning updates, are deferred to the next meeting.

• Proposed purchase of shoe horns from Ikea with unspecified amount
• Allocation of funds for coffee, tea, and cups for NOAA event on May 26, 2022
• Allocation of $50.00 for Senior of the Year Award in June 2022
• Deferral of housing update and planning update to May meeting
• Committee Chair to present 2023 calendar to Council on May 17, 2022

THOROLD ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

This agenda for the Thorold Active Transportation Advisory Committee meeting on April 13, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Council

Council is meeting virtually to discuss and decide on a special event permit for Thorold Downtown Cruise Nights, presented in Clerk's Report CC2022-31. The agenda includes a delegation from Richard Robbs and Serge Carpino on the Friday Night Cruise Event, and the meeting will close with a confirming by-law. No other substantive items are listed.

• Special Event Permit – Thorold Downtown Cruise Nights – Report #2, Clerks-031-22
• Delegation by Richard Robbs & Serge Carpino re: Friday Night Cruise Event
• By-Law 40-2022 to confirm proceedings of Council April 12, 2022

Council approved the Special Event Permit for the Thorold Downtown Cruise Nights Series in the Downtown BIA, hosted by the BIA. The applicant must hand-deliver notifications to affected residents and provide a Lottery Licence before selling 50/50 tickets. Council also adopted the agenda and passed the confirming by-law (40-2022).

• Approved Special Event Permit for Thorold Downtown Cruise Nights Series (carried)
• Required applicant to hand-deliver notifications to affected residents (carried)
• Required proof of Lottery Licence before 50/50 ticket sales (carried)
• Adopted the agenda as presented (carried)
• Introduced and passed By-Law 40-2022 confirming Council proceedings (carried)

Community Events Advisory Committee

This is a routine administrative meeting of the Special Events Advisory Committee. The agenda includes adopting the agenda and minutes from February 23, 2022, declarations of interest, introductions of new members, a recap of planned events, and a roundtable discussion. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed.

• Adoption of minutes from February 23, 2022
• Introductions of new committee members
• Recap of current events being planned
• Roundtable discussion

Council

Thorold Council is meeting to consider several development-related items, including subdivision agreements for Hansler Heights Phase 2 and Hodgkins Avenue, an Official Plan Amendment for 2015 Allanport Road, and a part lot control exemption for Rolling Meadows. They will also discuss a DSBN turf field proposal, financial assistance for the Senior Citizens Association, and emergency repairs to the Senior Centre elevator and sump pump. Several by-laws are scheduled for first reading, including amendments to the bed and breakfast by-law.

• Public meeting for Official Plan Amendment at 2015 Allanport Road (D09-01-2022)
• By-law 2022-26: Part lot control exemption for 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 Spring Crescent Way (Rolling Meadows)
• By-law 2022-30: Amending subdivision agreement with 5009835 Ontario Inc. for Hodgkins Avenue
• By-law 2022-33: Subdivision agreement with 800460 Ontario Limited for Hansler Heights Phase 2
• Discussion: DSBN turf field proposal public input and next steps

Council selected Option 3 as the preferred solution for the DSBN's proposed synthetic turf field at McMillan Park and directed staff to negotiate an agreement with the DSBN. A negotiating committee of Councillors Longo and Sentance plus user groups will provide regular updates. Council also approved financial assistance for the Thorold Senior Citizens Association, emergency repairs at the Senior Centre, and several other items.

• Approved DSBN turf field Option 3 at McMillan Park, formed negotiating committee (carried)
• Approved $14,323 payroll overrun and $1,500 foregone rent for Thorold Senior Citizens Association (carried)
• Approved $24,518 elevator repair and $2,226 sump pump replacement at Senior Centre (carried)
• Approved Hansler Heights Phase 2 subdivision plan and agreement (carried)
• Approved recruiting temporary parking enforcement officer for 6 months starting September 2022 (carried)
• Lost motion to change Rolling Meadows Phase 14/16 land designations (lost)
• Approved $8,461,370.57 in February accounts payable (carried)
• Approved revised parking/bus loading at Prince of Wales School (carried)

Tourism Advisory Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no substantive items listed. The meeting appears to be scheduled, but no decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

THOROLD ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Thorold Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to adopt its agenda and minutes, review a draft letter to elementary school principals about the Heart Niagara bike education program, and receive updates from Niagara Region Active Transportation and social media. The letter is subject to approval of funds through the Community Grant program. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Draft letter to Thorold elementary school principals re: Heart Niagara grade six bicycle safety program
• Adoption of February 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update from Niagara Region Active Transportation
• Social media updates

Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee is meeting virtually to adopt its agenda and minutes, and to discuss two items: a Year of the Garden and Community Garden proposal update, and Community Services Rates. The meeting is largely procedural, with no public hearings or major decisions listed.

• Year of the Garden & Community Garden Proposal Update
• Community Services Rates discussion
• Adoption of February 2, 2022 minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for April 6, 2022

Council

Thorold City Council is meeting to consider a motion to reverse its October 2021 decision on providing COVID-19 rapid tests to unvaccinated employees, and to hear presentations on community concerns, including a wetland/forest complex at Richmond Street and Decew Road. The agenda also includes several consent items, by-laws for first reading, and a closed session on a DSBN turf field and committee appointments.

• Motion to reconsider October 5, 2021 resolution on COVID-19 rapid tests for unvaccinated employees
• Presentations on wetland/forest complex at Richmond Street and Decew Road
• By-law 20-2022 Water Rates and Charges; By-law 22-2022 Sewer Rates and Charges
• By-law 28-2022 temporary outdoor patio zoning amendment
• Electric ice resurfacer award for Doherty Arena (RFP #602AR1015)

Council established an ad hoc environmental advisory committee, included the Wetland/Forest Complex at Richmond Street and Decew Road in the Lake Gibson Corridor, and directed hiring a restoration ecologist and issuing a cease and desist order on SWMP and tree planting plans. Council also approved the 2022 water and sewer budgets with rate increases, awarded contracts for an electric ice resurfacer and project management services, and approved several by-laws including outdoor patio temporary use.

• Established ad hoc environmental advisory committee and included Wetland/Forest Complex in Lake Gibson Corridor (carried)
• Directed hiring a restoration ecologist and issuing cease and desist order on SWMP and tree planting plans (carried)
• Approved 2022 water budget with fixed charge $54.90/quarter and consumption $1.494/cubic meter (carried)
• Approved 2022 sewer budget with fixed charge $74.44/quarter and consumption $2.022/cubic meter (carried)
• Awarded RFP #602AR1015 for electric ice resurfacer to Zamboni Company Ltd. at $174,826.42 (carried)
• Revised Municipal Operations Centre project design fee to CIMA Canada Inc. at $600,260 and awarded project management at $220,945 (carried)
• Approved street name 'Huntsworth Avenue' for Artisan Ridge Phase 2 subdivision (carried)
• Approved By-law 28-2022 for temporary outdoor commercial patios (carried)

Community Events Advisory Committee

The Special Events Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss setting up a framework for 2022 events and applications for committee vacancies, which will go to Council on March 8, 2022. The agenda also includes routine items: adopting the agenda, approving minutes from December 16, 2021, declarations of interest, roundtable discussion, and adjournment.

• Discussion of 2022 events framework
• Applications for committee vacancies to go to Council March 8, 2022
• Approval of December 16, 2021 meeting minutes

Council

Thorold Council is meeting virtually to consider a statutory public meeting for an Official Plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment, and draft plan of common element condominium at Block 37, Confederation Heights. Council will also review several reports and by-laws, including amendments to the administrative monetary penalty system and zoning by-law housekeeping changes, and discuss a request to dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal.

• Public meeting for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-Law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Common Element Condominium at Block 37, Confederation Heights
• Motion to support increased fines for firearms infractions
• First reading of By-Law 17-2022 amending administrative penalties by-law 148-2019
• First reading of By-Law 18-2022 amending Comprehensive Zoning By-law 60(2019) for housekeeping
• Discussion report on proposed Recreational Trail By-law

Thorold Runway of Recognition

The Thorold Runway of Recognition Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine business: adopting the agenda and minutes, receiving reports from subcommittees (hall booking, ticket sales, program sales, plaque/trophy, banquet, publicity, and bio), and entering closed session to choose five candidates for recognition. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Closed session to discuss identifiable individuals and choose five nomination candidates
• Hall location to be chosen by Hall Booking Committee
• Reports from ticket sales, program sales, plaque/trophy, banquet, publicity, and bio committees
• Adoption of minutes from January 10, 2022 pre-meeting

Age-Friendly Committee

The Thorold Age-Friendly Ad Hoc Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine business: adopting the agenda and minutes, and addressing committee membership changes. They will also discuss housing updates, the 2022 budget request, and plans for the year, including the Senior of the Year award and a calendar sponsor.

• Approve minutes from January 13, 2022 meeting
• Appoint Sebastian Soccio-Marandola as communication liaison with Thorold Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation
• Discuss housing update from City Planning and Development Department
• Review 2022 budget request
• Discuss Chat Benches initiative

THOROLD ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Thorold Active Transportation Advisory Committee is holding a routine virtual meeting. The agenda includes adopting the agenda and minutes, declarations of interest, and committee business items such as updates from Niagara Region, social media, a community grant update, and the Grade 6 Bike Program with Heart Niagara. No decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Niagara Region Active Transportation updates
• Social media update
• Community Grant update
• Grade 6 Bike Program with Heart Niagara

Council

This is a routine procedural meeting of Thorold City Council held virtually due to COVID-19. The agenda contains only standard items: call to order, land acknowledgement, declarations of interest, adoption of the agenda, a closed meeting item, and a confirming by-law. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed meeting item: verbal report re: client solicitor privilege - identifiable individual
• By-Law 15-2022 to confirm, adopt and ratify matters dealt with by Council Resolution

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to adopt its agenda and minutes from October 21, 2021, and to conduct routine committee business. Items for discussion include the Prince of Wales Heritage Banner and setting meeting dates for 2022, along with the Tourism Co-Ordinator's report and a roundtable discussion. No decisions or proposals with specific details are listed beyond these agenda items.

• Adoption of minutes from October 21, 2021
• Discussion of Prince of Wales Heritage Banner
• Setting Tourism Advisory Committee meeting dates for 2022
• Tourism Co-Ordinator's report
• Roundtable discussion

The Tourism Advisory Committee approved the agenda and prior minutes, and set its 2022 meeting schedule for the third Thursday of each month starting March 17. Members discussed adding names to the Prince of Wales Heritage Banner, inquired about Canada Summer Games banners, and considered mural repair on Front Street, with staff to explore grants. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved minutes from October 21, 2021 (carried)
• Set 2022 meeting dates for third Thursday monthly starting March 17 (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:42 PM (carried)

Age-Friendly Committee

The Age-Friendly Ad Hoc Committee is meeting virtually to adopt its agenda, review housing-related motions from January 20 minutes, and discuss recommendations from the Housing Sub Committee. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed on the agenda.

• Review of Age Friendly Housing Sub Committee recommendations
• Adoption of meeting agenda
• Housing motions from January 20 minutes

Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee is meeting electronically to adopt the agenda and minutes, and to discuss two main items: a turf field proposal related to DSBN Thorold High School and a Canada Summer Games facility ice allocation strategy, including a future fee schedule concept. No correspondence was received. The meeting is open to the public via video or phone.

• Turf Field Proposal re: DSBN Thorold High School
• Canada Summer Games Facility Ice Allocation Strategy
• Future Fee Schedule concept for all areas
• Adoption of minutes from January 12, 2022 meeting

Council

Thorold City Council meets virtually to hear presentations from United Way Niagara on community gardens and StormFisher on a proposed power-to-gas site. Council will also consider consent and discussion reports on a leash-free dog park, ice plant replacement tender, City Hall security cameras, a recreational trail bylaw, and parking lot resurfacing, plus a doctor recruitment update.

• Presentation by United Way Niagara on increasing barrier-free access to food security through community gardens
• Presentation by StormFisher on interest in building a Power-to-Gas site in Thorold
• Consent report PWCS2022-05: Proposed Leash Free Dog Park
• Consent report PWCS2022-09: Request for Tender #2021-502CS2001; Ice Plant Replacement
• By-Law 09-2022: Site Plan Control agreement with Turners Corner Market Corp. (2320 Highway 20)

Council awarded the Community Arenas Ice Plant Replacement tender to Black and McDonald Limited at $918,900 (HST excluded) and contract administration to DEI Consulting Engineers at $19,800. Council also approved funding for a new security camera at City Hall, a parking lot resurface, and directed staff to finalize a land donation for a leash-free dog park. A motion to increase residential rental licensing fines was referred to staff for a feasibility report.

• Awarded ice plant replacement tender to Black and McDonald Limited ($918,900) (carried)
• Awarded contract administration to DEI Consulting Engineers ($19,800) (carried)
• Approved $2,000 for emergency security camera and doorbell at City Hall (carried)
• Approved $27,602.47 for City Hall parking lot resurface (carried)
• Directed staff to finalize land donation for leash-free dog park on Beaverdams Rd (carried)
• Requested report on increasing fines for residential rental licensing (carried)
• Directed staff to extend warming center hours and report back (carried)
• Approved Committee of Adjustment surplus up to $5,000 for appeal reserve (carried)

Council

This is a special council meeting focused on the 2022 budget. Council will receive a budget overview from the Director of Finance, review the draft operating and capital budgets, and vote on items as they go. The meeting will conclude with the first and final readings of By-law 11-2022 to adopt the 2022 budgets, and By-law 13-2022 to confirm the proceedings.

• By-law 11-2022 to adopt the Operating and Capital Budgets 2022
• By-law 13-2022 confirming the special council meeting
• Review of draft 2022 operating and capital budgets
• Discussion of deferrals and budget process

Council approved the 2022 operating and capital budgets, including a net levy increase of 4.89%. They also extended a part-time by-law enforcement position to March 2022 and added two new positions: a by-law administration position and a communication relations specialist. The capital budget was unchanged.

• Approved 2022 operating and capital budgets with 4.89% net levy increase
• Extended part-time by-law enforcement position to end of March 2022
• Approved addition of by-law administration position to be recruited in Q3 2022
• Approved addition of communication relations specialist position to be recruited in May 2022
• Adopted By-Law 11-2022 (adopt 2022 budgets) and By-Law 13-2022 (confirm proceedings)

Road Safety Advisory Committee

The Thorold Road Safety Committee is meeting virtually to adopt its agenda and approve minutes from November 24, 2021. The main business is discussing a potential safety hazard from tobogganers parking on the road at Mel Swart Park, and a parking study for a new proposed development on Decew Road. No decisions are listed on the agenda beyond routine approvals.

• Discussion of parking safety hazard at Mel Swart Park from tobogganers parking on road
• Parking study for new proposed development on Decew Road
• Approval of minutes from November 24, 2021 meeting

The committee reviewed the traffic calming policy, discussed speeding on Decew Road, and raised concerns about crosswalks and speed limits. No formal decisions were made; items were discussed for future action.

• Adopted the agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:34 p.m. (carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for January 26th at 3:30 p.m. (carried)

Council

Council is meeting virtually to review the draft 2022 operating and capital budgets, hear a delegation about funding for the Port Robinson Eco Park/South Main Street Bridge project, and consider first reading of by-laws to adopt the budgets and confirm the meeting's proceedings. The meeting includes a budget overview, council questions, and a review process with items voted on as they go.

• Delegation by William (Bill) Klassen requesting funding for Port Robinson Eco Park/South Main Street Bridge project
• Review of Draft 2022 Financial Budget including operating and capital budgets
• First reading of By-Law 11-2022 to adopt the Operating and Capital Budgets 2022
• First reading of By-Law 12-2022 to confirm proceedings of Special Council on January 25, 2022

Council approved moving the Operations Centre and Fire Station 1 from the deferred list into the 2022 budget with specific funding sources. They also funded the Lake Gibson Corridor Master Plan and Battle of Beechwood Park design, and directed a report on AODA compliance at Allanburg Community Centre. The meeting was a budget deliberation session.

• Moved Operations Centre to 2022 budget, funded by $810K DC, $1.214M future DC, $3M water/sewer, $3.7M internal (carried)
• Moved Fire Station 1 to 2022 budget, funded by $3.4M DC, $6.172M future DC, $4.855M capital, $278K internal (carried)
• Approved $150,000 for Lake Gibson Corridor Master Plan from Municipal Land and Building Reserve (carried)
• Approved $25,000 from developer funding for Battle of Beechwood Park design (carried)
• Directed report on AODA compliance for Allanburg Community Centre (carried)

Thorold Town and Gown Committee

The Thorold Town and Gown Committee is meeting virtually to discuss updates on Winterberry/Juneberry Boulevard, a sub-committee recap, Brock University's return to campus and winter semester operations, public health safety measures, and preparation for St. Patrick's Day. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from October 25, 2021, and welcoming a new committee member.

• Winterberry/Juneberry Boulevard update
• Brock University return to campus and winter semester operations
• Public health safety measures discussion
• Preparation for St. Patrick's Day (March 17, 2022)
• New committee member: Stefanyie Hamilton, Resident

Council

Thorold City Council is meeting virtually to handle routine business including adopting minutes, receiving committee reports, and considering several by-laws. Key items include an interim tax levy by-law, a cemetery service delivery review, a residential rental licensing financial summary, and a presentation on housing. The meeting also includes a closed session for personal matters.

• By-law 03-2022 to levy interim taxes before adoption of 2022 estimates
• Cemetery Service Delivery Review for Lakeview Cemetery (PWCS 2022-03)
• Residential Rental Licensing Financial Summary (PDS2022-02)
• Site Plan Control agreement with Sid Grabell Contracting Limited (1909 Allanport Road)
• Grant applications for Reconnect Ontario, Niagara Community Foundation, and Canada Summer Jobs

Council carried a motion to reconsider support for CHAR Technologies' biomass project, requiring a professional environmental review from the Region of Niagara and a report on community input before any resolution of support. Council also approved interim tax billing, several grant applications, and appointments to committees.

• Deferred CHAR Technologies support pending environmental review and community input (carried)
• Approved $4,696,591.54 in December accounts payable (carried)
• Approved interim tax levy at 50% of last year's taxes, due Feb 28 and Apr 29, 2022 (carried)
• Directed staff to submit grant applications for Festival of Lights and Canada Summer Games (carried)
• Directed staff to apply for Niagara Community Foundation environmental grant for Lake Gibson study (carried)
• Approved write-off of $1,616.04 uncollectible SkateABLE balance (carried)
• Appointed Stefanyie Hamilton, Sokrut Sompura, and Michael Milburn to committees (carried)
• Approved by-laws including CAO delegated authority and interim tax levy (carried)

Age-Friendly Committee

The Age-Friendly Ad Hoc Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine business: adopting the agenda and prior minutes, and receiving updates on rack card distribution, a seniors centre luncheon donation, and the 2022 calendar sponsorship funds. They will also discuss next steps for chat benches at Beaverdams Park and the committee's $3,000 budget for 2022, which was carried over from 2021.

• $100 donation to Christmas Luncheon at Seniors Centre
• 11 calendar sponsors received totaling $4,400, carried to 2022; $500 from 2021 also carried over
• Discussion of chat benches for Beaverdams Park; policy 800-07 passed September 21, 2021
• 2022 budget set at $3,000, same as 2021; line item budget to be created
• Housing forum and street signs deferred to February 2022 meeting

Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine business: adopting the agenda and minutes, introducing new members, and electing a vice-chair. They will also receive an update on a chat bench policy and a presentation from the DSBN regarding a turf field proposal.

• Introduction of new committee members Helen Hermansen, Christine Susa, Jeff Garner
• Update on approved Chat Bench policy
• Presentation by Duane Kemp on DSBN proposal re: Turf Field
• Election of Vice Chair

THOROLD ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Thorold Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss routine business including Niagara Region updates, a bike-friendly feedback report, Heart Niagara's 2022 program, social media messaging, and budget considerations. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions listed.

• Heart Niagara 2022 program update and motion for funding support
• Budget considerations for the committee
• Bike Friendly Feedback Report discussion
• Niagara Region communication updates
• Social media messaging strategy

Thorold Runway of Recognition

This is a routine committee meeting of the Thorold Runway of Recognition, an event planning group. Members will adopt the agenda and previous minutes, then hear reports from subcommittees on hall booking, ticket sales, program sales, plaques, banquet, publicity, bios, and nominations. The nomination committee will choose five candidates, and the hall location is to be decided. No closed session is scheduled.

• Hall location to be chosen by Hall Booking Committee
• Five candidates to be chosen by Nomination Committee
• Minutes from November 22, 2021 to be approved
• Committee reports on tickets, programs, plaques, banquet, publicity, bios