Thunder Bay District public meetings in 2024

Mayor's Taskforce on Building More Homes Advisory Committee

The Mayor's Taskforce on Building More Homes Advisory Committee will approve the agenda and confirm the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting. The committee will receive a kick‑off notice for the Central Avenue Development Lands project, an update on the Housing Accelerator Fund action plan, and will discuss a review of the taskforce's terms of reference. Additional items include a 2025 work‑planning presentation and a discussion of feedback from the stakeholder roundtable and action plan.

• Central Avenue Development Lands – kick‑off notice (email from Project Manager Aaron Ward, 25 Nov 2024)
• Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) – action plan update (memo presented by Project Manager Summer Stevenson)
• Terms of Reference – review discussion (Housing Task Force TOR_Feb 1 FINAL)
• 2025 Work Planning – PowerPoint presentation by Summer Stevenson
• Stakeholder Roundtable and Action Plan – discussion of feedback from November meeting

EarthCare Advisory Committee

The EarthCare Advisory Committee agenda for December 18, 2024 contains only placeholders, a video link, and no specific agenda items. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed. The document provides no substantive decisions or discussions.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the proposed Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By-law (Report 349-2024) and consider a recommendation to approve it and forward By-law 8-2025 to City Council on Jan 13 2025. Presentations will also include the Thunder Bay & Area Food Strategy Annual Report and a holiday performance by the École Gron Morgan Student Choir. Additional items are routine reports of municipal officers, outstanding items lists for Planning and Administrative Services, and minutes from various advisory committees.

• Presentation and recommendation to approve the proposed Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By-law (Report 349-2024, Attachment A)
• Thunder Bay & Area Food Strategy Annual Report presented by Food Strategy Coordinator
• Holiday medley performance by École Gron Morgan Student Choir
• Reports of municipal officers including multiple Boulevard Garden By-law documents
• Outstanding Items Lists for Planning Services and Administrative Services (memo from Krista Power)

Community Communications Committee

The Community Communications Committee will approve the agenda and confirm the September 2024 minutes. It will hear a presentation of the Citizen Satisfaction Survey results from Zencity and receive an update on the Minutes podcast. The committee will also discuss a survey engagement strategy framework. The next meeting date for February 2025 is confirmed.

• Agenda approval
• Confirmation of September 2024 minutes
• Presentation of Citizen Satisfaction Survey results by Zencity
• Update on the Minutes podcast by the corporate communications supervisor
• Discussion of survey engagement strategy framework

Clean, Green and Beautiful Committee

The agenda for the Thunder Bay District Clean, Green and Beautiful Committee meeting on 2024-12-11 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder with only generic headings and software information. No concrete actions, discussions, or proposals are detailed.

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The agenda for the Thunder Bay District Inter‑Governmental Affairs Committee on 2024‑12‑11 contains no listed items or descriptions. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are recorded in the provided document. The agenda appears to be a procedural placeholder without substantive content.

Red River Ward Meeting

The Red River Ward meeting on Dec 11, 2024 will review parking matters, the temporary village proposal, and the 2025 capital projects for the ward. It will also address general ward and city issues and review minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting. No decisions or attachments are listed in the agenda.

• Parking
• Temporary Village
• 2025 Capital Projects - Red River Ward
• Ward and City Issues
• Minutes of previous meeting (Sept 18, 2024) for information

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is discussing the 2025 interim tax levy and funding for electric chargers. The body is also reviewing property description corrections for a condominium exemption and requests to defer reports on outdoor rinks and cemetery by-laws.

• Proposed 2025 interim tax levy at 50% of 2024 obligation, due March 5 and May 7, 2025
• Proposed $4,284.82 increase to 2023 Electric Truck capital budget via Natural Resources Canada grant
• Property description correction for Condominium Exemption By-law 355-2024 at 1457 John Street Road
• Request to defer Outdoor Rink Options report from December 16, 2024 to March 2, 2025
• Request to defer Cemetery By-Law report (regarding pets in cemeteries) to February 10, 2024

City Council

Thunder Bay City Council is meeting to authorize several borrowing by-laws for capital projects and a condominium exemption. The body will also discuss proposed changes to the Parking Authority Financial Plan and parking enforcement hours.

• By-law 411-2024: Borrowing of $5,502,728.80 for capital works
• By-law 413-2024: Borrowing of $4,199,999.31 for capital works
• By-law 412-2024: Borrowing of $2,999,995.50 for capital works
• By-law 410-2024: Borrowing of $1,097,026.83 for capital works
• By-law 355-2024: Condominium exemption for 1457 John Street Road

Council Composition Review Committee

The Council Composition Review Committee will approve its agenda and confirm the minutes from the November 5 and November 20 meetings. Directors will present summaries of Phase 2 public engagement, including survey results, youth engagement, and ward‑and‑at‑large townhall feedback. Members will discuss next steps based on that data and review an updated timeline for the council composition review. The next meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2025.

• Agenda approval
• Confirmation of November 5 and November 20 meeting minutes
• Presentation of Phase 2 public engagement reports (survey, youth, ward/at‑large)
• Discussion of next steps based on Phase 2 data
• Review of revised timeline for council composition review

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the update on the Waverley Park Fountain and Cenotaph Restoration project, including its capital budget impact and recommendation to present related bylaws. It will also consider several petitions such as the Interocean Development Infrastructure Servicing Agreement for the Housing‑Enabling Water Systems Fund, a revised reporting date for the Red Light Cameras outstanding item, and proposals on municipal elections act updates, forest industry budget recommendations, and post‑graduation work permit reforms. Decisions and recommendations will be recorded for further council action.

• Waverley Park Fountain and Cenotaph Restoration Project – budget impacts and recommendation to present bylaws
• Approval of Interocean Development Infrastructure Servicing Agreement for the Housing‑Enabling Water Systems Fund, with municipal contribution to 2025‑2026 capital budgets
• Change of report back date for Red Light Cameras Outstanding Item 2024‑103‑INO to Q1 2025
• Provincial Updates to the Municipal Elections Act – call for amendments before Summer 2025
• Support for Ontario Forest Industries Association’s 2025 Ontario Budget Recommendations

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will confirm the October meeting minutes, approve the agenda, review a draft of the Committee's Terms of Reference, receive an update on the heritage register and property designations, and discuss volunteer support for the 2025 Arts & Heritage Awards.

• Agenda approval (no attachments)
• Confirmation of October 24, 2024 minutes (HAC_Oct24_2024)
• Review of draft Terms of Reference (HAC Revised Terms of Reference DRAFT.pdf)
• Heritage Register and Designation update by City Archivist Christina Wakefield
• Call for three members to volunteer for the 2025 Arts & Heritage Awards

Community, Youth and Cultural Funding Program Appeals Committee

The agenda for the Thunder Bay District Community, Youth and Cultural Funding Program Appeals Committee meeting on 2024-11-28 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder agenda with no substantive content.

Neebing Ward Meeting

The Neebing Ward meeting will feature overviews of the planning process and infrastructure and engineering updates. The City Clerk will also provide an update on council composition.

• Overview of development and the planning process
• Infrastructure and engineering updates
• Council composition update

McKellar Ward Meeting

The McKellar Ward council will hold a meeting on November 26, 2024. Attendees will receive an update on Victoriaville, discuss housing and homelessness issues, review planned 2025 infrastructure projects, and address other ward and city matters. No specific decisions or votes are listed in the agenda.

• Victoriaville Update
• Housing and Homelessness
• 2025 McKellar Ward Infrastructure Projects
• Ward & City Issues

City Council

The Thunder Bay City Council will consider several items, including adopting By-law 374-2024 to amend By-law 203-1996 and adopt a corporate policy manual covering multiple internal policies. The council will also ratify Resolution Report 2024CLS.046 concerning a litigation settlement, which requires a two‑thirds vote. Minutes from the November 4 and November 18 Committee of the Whole meetings will be confirmed, and a notice of motion on the Parking Authority financial plan will be introduced for future debate. Finally, By-law 402-2024 will be confirmed to record the council's proceedings on November 26, 2024.

• Adopt By-law 374-2024 to amend By-law 203-1996 and adopt the Corporate Policy Manual (covers affordable rental housing, IT, records, investment, etc.)
• Ratify Resolution Report 2024CLS.046 (Litigation Settlement) requiring a two‑thirds council vote
• Confirm minutes of Committee of the Whole meetings held on November 4 and November 18, 2024
• Introduce Notice of Motion on Parking Authority Financial Plan (to be debated at the December 9, 2024 council meeting)
• Confirm By-law 402-2024 to record the council’s proceedings on November 26, 2024

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the proposed 2025 Capital Budget and a local improvement project for MacDonell Street. The meeting also includes presentations on poverty reduction and age-friendly initiatives, as well as a report on a temporary shelter village site.

• Proposed 2025 Capital Budget of $162,522,100
• Approval for new curb, gutter, and storm sewer on MacDonell Street from Central Avenue to Squier Street
• Report on site location for the Temporary Shelter Village Initiative
• Proposed deferral of the Comprehensive Sign By-law Review from Q4 2024 to Q3 2025
• 2024 Operating Budget Q3 Financial Status Update

Official Recognition Committee

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

EarthCare Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Thunder Bay District EarthCare Advisory Committee meeting on 2024-11-20 contains no listed items; only procedural placeholders are present.

Mayor's Taskforce on Building More Homes Advisory Committee

The Mayor's Taskforce on Building More Homes Advisory Committee will approve the agenda and confirm the minutes from the October 16 meeting. It will receive a Growth Department overview, a deputation on seniors' housing needs, an update on the Let’s Build Thunder Bay stakeholder roundtable, a monthly update on the Housing Accelerator Fund action plan, and discuss a news article about federal funding to Toronto for encampments.

• Deputation – Building Homes – Seniors' Needs and Wants (Nancy Angus)
• Update – Let’s Build Thunder Bay stakeholder roundtable presentation
• Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Action Plan monthly update
• Discussion of federal government funding to Toronto for encampments (CTV News article)
• Growth Department overview

Council Composition Review Committee

The Council Composition Review Committee is meeting to discuss potential city council structures. The session includes a presentation on a model featuring two elected councillors per ward and public deputations regarding council composition.

• Presentation by City of Guelph Councillor Cathy Downer and City Clerk Stephen O'Brien on a two-councillor per ward model
• Deputation request from Shane Judge regarding City Council Composition
• Deputation request from Jason Veltri regarding City Council Composition

Waterfront Development Committee

The Waterfront Development Committee will receive updates on development initiatives, the Waterfront Master Plan, infrastructure projects, and the work plan. The committee will also review the 2024‑2026 action timeline and set the 2025 meeting schedule. No specific motions or approvals are listed beyond agenda approval.

• Growth – Update on Development Initiatives (presentation)
• Waterfront Master Plan Update (presentation)
• Infrastructure Project Update (presentation)
• Work Plan Update (presentation)
• 2025 Meeting Schedule (discussion)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider Report 392-2024 recommending approval of the 2025 Calendar of Meetings for January to August 2025. The recommendation also establishes special session meetings for Tbaytel (April 28, 2025), Thunder Bay Hydro Corporation (May 12, 2025), Thunder Bay Community Economic Development (June 16, 2025) and a Committee of the Whole special session on April 22, 2025 for the Citizens of Exceptional Achievement Awards. Additional items include deferring the Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By‑Law report back date to December 16, 2024 and nominating Kerri Marshall to the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association Board.

• Approve 2025 Calendar of Meetings (January–August 2025)
• Establish special session meetings: Tbaytel – April 28, 2025; Thunder Bay Hydro – May 12, 2025; Community Economic Development – June 16, 2025; Committee of the Whole special session – April 22, 2025
• Defer Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By‑Law report back date to December 16, 2024
• Nominate Kerri Marshall to the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) Board
• Presentation request by Dr. Richard Togman on Thunder Bay Public Library updates

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee meeting scheduled for November 13, 2024, contains no specific agenda items in the provided document. As a result, no decisions or discussions are detailed. The agenda appears to be procedural or empty.

Clean, Green and Beautiful Committee

The Clean, Green and Beautiful Committee meeting on 2024-11-13 has no agenda items detailed in the provided document. No decisions or discussions are specified. The agenda appears to contain only procedural placeholders.

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear a deputation on the draft Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By-law, including reports and stakeholder feedback. A presentation will address making City of Thunder Bay events more accessible. The committee will receive updates on Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week activities and working group progress, and will schedule future meetings for 2025.

• Deputation on Draft Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By-law (reports and attachments)
• Presentation by Special Events Developer Karen Kadolph on event accessibility
• Update on Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week (ceremonial puck drop at Thunderwolves game)
• Roundtable where members report community accessibility issues
• Working group updates from Municipal Accessibility Specialist Scott Garner

Current River Ward Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. No specific decisions, discussions, or agenda items are listed for this meeting.

Council Composition Review Committee

The Council Composition Review Committee will receive updates on Phase Two public‑engagement initiatives, including a special committee for public deputations and a concluding open house. The committee will also review a template and sample report on council remuneration. An updated timeline for the review process will be presented for information.

• Update on Phase Two public‑engagement opportunities
• Discussion of a special committee meeting for public deputations
• Discussion of an open house as part of the public‑engagement plan
• Presentation of a council remuneration template and sample report
• Review of an updated timeline for the committee’s work

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a contract for landfill equipment and the first annual update of the Affordable Access to Recreation and Transit Pilot Program. The body is also introducing the proposed 2025 Capital Budget for public consideration. Other items include updates on climate adaptation and various committee minutes.

• Proposed contract award to Allen Equipment Contracting Corp for rental of up to two bulldozers with operator for $498,261.86 annually
• Introduction of the 2025 Proposed Capital Budget for consideration before a November 25 vote
• Year one update on the Affordable Access to Recreation and Transit Pilot Program (July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024)
• Climate Adaptation Update 2024 regarding seven Strategic Directions
• Earthcare Advisory Committee and District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board minutes

City Council

City Council is meeting to vote on several by-laws, including new rules for purchasing goods and services. The body will also address the appointment of acting mayors and parking enforcement officers.

• By-law 359-2024: Supply Management By-law to govern how the Corporation purchases goods, services, and construction
• By-law 317-2024: Appointment of Acting Mayors 2024-2025
• By-law 391-2024: Appointment of Persons to Enforce Parking (amending By-law 99-2005)

At Large Town Hall Meeting

City officials and councillors will provide updates on several municipal initiatives. The meeting focuses on information sharing regarding city growth, the 2025 budget, and housing strategies.

• Overview of city growth by City Manager John Collin
• Phase Two update of the Council Composition Review
• 2025 Budget update from Councillor Mark Bentz
• Encampment Response update from Councillor Shelby Ch'ng
• Housing Accelerator and Surplus Properties updates

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to replace the city's supply management by-law and approve a contract for digitizing commercial building permits. The body is also considering the appointment of Acting Mayors for 2024-2025 and the 2023 Audit Committee Annual Report.

• Proposed repeal of Supply Management By-law 113-2011 and replacement with By-law 359-2024
• Single source contract with Granicus for Commercial Building Permits Digitization
• Appropriation No. 18-2024 to increase project financing by $200,000 from the Building Permit Reserve Fund
• Appointment of Acting Mayors for December 2024 through November 2025
• Approval of 2023 audited Consolidated Financial Statements and Trust Fund Statements

City Council

Thunder Bay City Council will meet to confirm minutes, close portions of Bruce Street and Windsor Street, and amend the Consolidated Reserve Fund by-law. A Notice of Motion seeks to change the 2025 Capital Budget presentation schedule.

• Close portion of Bruce Street at Minot Avenue
• Close portion of Windsor Street at Dublin Avenue
• Amend Consolidated Reserve Fund by-law
• Designate Site Plan Control for 278 Camelot Street and 15 Royston Court
• Amend 2025 Capital Budget Calendar presentation schedule

McIntyre Ward Meeting

The agenda for the Thunder Bay District McIntyre Ward meeting on 2024-10-24 contains no listed items; it only shows generic placeholders and no decisions or discussions are specified.

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review proposed repairs and renovations for three specific properties. The body will also receive updates on heritage consultant funding and the 2025 Arts & Heritage Awards.

• Proposed repairs to front entrance stairway/steps at St. Paul's United Church (349 Waverley Street)
• Proposed renovations at Ottawa House (38-40 Cumberland Street South)
• Project update for Victoriaville Project - Chapples Building
• Funding and budget approval update for a heritage consultant
• Update and volunteer call for the 2025 Arts & Heritage Awards

Official Recognition Committee

The Thunder Bay District Official Recognition Committee is scheduled to meet on October 22, 2024. The agenda is currently procedural and does not list specific items for discussion.

• Meeting scheduled for October 22, 2024
• Committee: Official Recognition Committee
• Department: Thunder Bay District

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a growth initiatives update and a proposal to fund a new building enclosure for the C.W. Parker Carousel. It will also consider continuing governance process changes that would modify the Committee of the Whole structure and introduce a standing committee by‑law. A Human Rights‑Based Community Action Plan for encampment response will be presented for approval, and the Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By‑law report back will be deferred to November 25, 2024.

• Up to $234,868 from the Renew Thunder Bay Reserve Fund to fund the C.W. Parker Carousel Building Enclosure
• Up to $300,000 from the Municipal Accommodation Tax Reserve Fund to fund the C.W. Parker Carousel Building Enclosure
• Recommendation to continue governance process changes and bring a new procedural by‑law forward for approval by June 30, 2025
• Recommendation to approve the Human Rights‑Based Community Action Plan for enhanced encampment response
• Deferral of the Boulevard Garden and Maintenance By‑law report back date to November 25, 2024

Neebing Ward Meeting

The agenda for the Thunder Bay District Neebing Ward meeting on 2024-10-17 contains only boilerplate headings and no specific items, proposals, or decisions. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed.

Mayor's Taskforce on Building More Homes Advisory Committee

The Mayor's Taskforce on Building More Homes Advisory Committee meeting on 2024-10-16 has no agenda items detailed in the provided document. The agenda consists only of placeholders and procedural headings. No decisions, discussions, or proposals are specified.

Westfort Ward Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and empty data fields. No specific topics, decisions, or discussions are listed for this meeting.

Audit Committee

The Thunder Bay Audit Committee will review BDO Canada LLP’s final audit report for the 2023 consolidated financial statements and consider the draft 2023 Audit Committee Annual Report (Corporate Report 383‑2024). A resolution will be voted on to recommend that City Council approve the audited Consolidated Financial Statements and Trust Fund Statements for the year ended December 31 2023. The Committee will also confirm the minutes from the May 17 2024 meeting and address any new business.

• Confirm minutes of Audit Committee meeting held May 17 2024
• Presentation of BDO’s final audit report for 2023 consolidated financial statements (information only)
• Review of Draft Corporate Report 383‑2024 and 2023 Audit Committee Annual Report
• Resolution to recommend City Council approve audited Consolidated Financial Statements and Trust Fund Statements for year ended Dec 31 2023
• New Business (no specific items listed)

Clean, Green and Beautiful Committee

The agenda for the Thunder Bay District Clean, Green and Beautiful Committee on 2024-10-15 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with no decisions or discussions recorded.

Northwood Ward Meeting

The Northwood Ward meeting will include a presentation on council composition and a discussion regarding trees on city property. The body will also review minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting and discuss general ward and city issues.

• Presentation on Council Composition
• Discussion on Trees on City Property
• Review of minutes from the 01-2024 ward meeting (June 26, 2024)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The agenda for the Thunder Bay District Inter‑Governmental Affairs Committee on 2024‑10‑09 contains no listed items. It appears to consist only of placeholders and procedural sections without any decisions, proposals, or discussions. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are identified.

EarthCare Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific discussion items, decisions, or reports listed for this meeting.

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will approve its agenda, confirm minutes from the September 11 meeting, and follow up on the 2024‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan that was adopted by Council in July. Members will discuss ways to promote Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week (Oct 20‑26, 2024) and share community accessibility concerns. The meeting also includes working‑group updates, a new meeting schedule, and standard procedural items.

• Follow‑up review of the 2024‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan
• Discussion of Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week (Oct 20‑26, 2024)
• Roundtable reports on local accessibility issues
• Updates from accessibility working groups
• Adoption of the 2024 meeting schedule (next meeting Nov 13, 2024)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a recommendation to increase the 2024 Affordable Rental Housing Funding Program allocation from $1,520,000 to $5,580,000, with up to $4,060,000 drawn from the Renew Thunder Bay Reserve Fund. It will also review a $739,472 contract to purchase two replacement ambulances, a $232,000 transfer for a Tournament Centre chiller replacement, and the repeal and replacement of By-law 158-2024 concerning Windsor Street. Additional items include a review of non‑profit recreational sports team fee waivers and updates on transit and housing initiatives.

• Increase Affordable Rental Housing Funding Program to $5,580,000 and commit $4,060,000 from the Reserve Fund
• Award Demers Braun Crestline a $739,472 contract for two replacement ambulances
• Transfer $232,000 from the Tournament Centre Capital Reserve Fund for chiller replacement reimbursement
• Repeal By-law 158-2024 and replace it with By-law 372-2024 for Windsor Street road allowance
• Remove Outstanding Item 2024-100-INO regarding non‑profit recreational sports team fee waiver

City Council

Thunder Bay City Council will confirm minutes from the previous meeting and introduce three by-laws, including one to raise the Municipal Accommodation Tax rate from 4% to 5% and another to define the duties of the City Manager. A notice of motion is also set for debate regarding the 2025 Capital Budget calendar.

• By-law 351-2024: Increase Municipal Accommodation Tax rate from 4% to 5%
• By-law 370-2024: Define duties of the Office of the City Manager
• By-law 366-2024: Amend parking enforcement appointment by-law
• Notice of Motion: Amend 2025 Capital Budget Schedule
• Confirming By-law 364-2024: Confirm proceedings of Oct 7, 2024 meeting

Council Composition Review Committee

The Council Composition Review Committee is meeting to discuss the second phase of public engagement. The body will consider proposed survey questions and review communication tactics and timelines.

• Review of phase two public engagement opportunities
• Consideration of proposed phase two survey questions
• Review of phase two communications plan tactics
• Update on the September 23, 2024 presentation to City Council
• Review of the updated committee timeline

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee discussed the recycling of the James Whalen Tug and the preservation of selected pieces. The body reached a consensus to shift research priorities toward the heritage property designation project to meet a July 2025 provincial deadline.

• Recycling of the James Whalen Tug per Report 263-2024, preserving only selected pieces
• Proposed amendment to the Property Standards By-law to include a heritage section
• Plan to hire a heritage consultant for property designations before July 2025
• Removal of the Brodie Street Library sale from the agenda following Council's July 22 decision
• Preservation of Walk of Fame tiles from the Victoriaville Mall demolition

McKellar Ward Meeting

The agenda for the Thunder Bay District McKellar Ward meeting on 2024-09-25 contains no listed items; it appears to be a placeholder with empty sections.

Anti-Racism and Equity Advisory Committee

The Thunder Bay District Anti‑Racism and Equity Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for 2024‑09‑24 has no agenda items detailed in the provided document. The agenda consists only of placeholder sections without listed topics or decisions. No specific discussions or decisions can be identified.

City Council

The City Council will confirm the agenda for the September 23, 2024 meeting. It will adopt the minutes of City Council meetings held on September 9 and September 16, 2024, as well as the minutes of Committee of the Whole meetings on the same dates and the Town Hall meeting of June 10, 2024. The Council will also adopt By‑law 354‑2024, a confirming by‑law that records the proceedings of this meeting.

• Confirm agenda for September 23, 2024 meeting
• Approve City Council minutes (Sept 9 & Sept 16, 2024)
• Approve Committee of the Whole minutes (Sept 9 & Sept 16, 2024)
• Approve Town Hall meeting minutes (June 10, 2024)
• Adopt By‑law 354‑2024 confirming Council proceedings

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposals to increase the Municipal Accommodation Tax and update the City Manager By-law. Members are also considering the vesting of unsuccessful tax sale properties and various property tax refunds.

• Proposed increase of Municipal Accommodation Tax from 4% to 5% effective January 1, 2025
• Recommendation to vest unsuccessful tax sale properties at 130 May Street South, 814 112th Street, and 113 Amelia Street West
• Proposed property tax cancellations, reductions, or refunds totaling $56,136.19 and $24,080.58
• Recommendation to adopt a new City Manager By-law to standardize duties and responsibilities
• Proposed creation of Recreation & Culture Capital and Thunder Bay Community Tennis Centre Capital Reserve Funds

Community Communications Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. There are no specific decisions, discussions, or action items listed.

EarthCare Advisory Committee

The EarthCare Advisory Committee held a meeting on September 18, 2024, with a standard procedural agenda. The meeting included a video recording and a vote on a motion, but no specific decisions or agenda items were detailed in the provided text.

• Meeting held on September 18, 2024
• Video recording available
• Vote taken on a motion

Red River Ward Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and empty fields. There are no specific decisions, discussions, or items listed for this meeting.

Official Recognition Committee

The Official Recognition Committee agenda for September 17, 2024 contains no listed items or decisions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive topics scheduled for discussion.

City Council (Public Meeting)

The Thunder Bay City Council will consider and vote on three proposed zoning by-law amendments for 321 Vickers Street N., 310 Dog Lake Road, and 1925 Arthur Street West, as well as an Official Plan amendment for 5049 Mapleward Road. The agenda also includes by-law resolutions to formally adopt these amendments and to designate site‑plan control for the properties on Arthur Street West and Vickers Street North. Reports of municipal officers will be presented before the council adjourns.

• Proposed Zoning By‑Law Amendment – 321 Vickers Street N. (Report 290‑2024)
• Proposed Zoning By‑Law Amendment – 310 Dog Lake Road (Report 292‑2024)
• Proposed Zoning By‑Law Amendment – 1925 Arthur Street West (Report 309‑2024)
• Official Plan Amendment – 5049 Mapleward Road (Report 320‑2024)
• By‑law resolutions to adopt amendments BL 291‑2024, BL 293‑2024, BL 307‑2024, BL 321‑2024, BL 322‑2024, and BL 323‑2024

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss Report 263-2024 recommending that Administration proceed with Option 1 to recycle the James Whalen Tug and preserve pieces for a future historical artifact display. The Committee will also consider an expression of interest for the VIA Train historical artifact and any necessary by‑law ratification. Additional items include a deputation from the Regional Food Distribution Association, a presentation on the 2024 Provincial Policy Statement, and a review of the Planning Services outstanding list.

• Review Report 263-2024 recommending Option 1 for James Whalen Tug recycling and related by‑law ratification
• Request for expression of interest regarding the VIA Train historical artifact
• Deputation from Regional Food Distribution Association (request dated August 23 2024)
• Presentation on the 2024 Provincial Policy Statement (overview and comparison documents)
• Review of Planning Services Outstanding List (memo dated September 3 2024)

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive an update on the 2024 Annual Open House, discuss plans for Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week (Oct. 20‑26, 2024), hear member reports on parking‑lot maintenance issues and accessibility at waterfront events, get information from the Built Environment Working Group, and confirm future meeting dates.

• 2024 Annual Open House Update – information presentation
• Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week 2024 – discussion of upcoming week (Oct. 20‑26)
• Parking Lot Maintenance – follow‑up on property‑owner responsibilities
• Accessible Waterfront Events – follow‑up on vendor accessibility and Mobi Mats procurement
• 2024 Meeting Schedule – dates set for Oct. 9 and Nov. 13, 2024

Waterfront Development Committee

The Waterfront Development Committee will consider a draft memorandum that proposes a 2025 budget expansion to support its work. The agenda includes a presentation by the Thunder Bay Port Authority (CEO Chris Heikkinen), an update on the Waterfront Master Plan, and a confidential WDC Trail Crossing Summary. The committee will also confirm the minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting and set dates for future meetings.

• Presentation by Thunder Bay Port Authority – CEO Chris Heikkinen
• Waterfront Master Plan update
• Confidential WDC Trail Crossing Summary
• Draft memorandum titled "Memo - WDC- 2025 Budget Request- Draft.pdf" recommending a budget expansion
• Schedule of future committee meetings on Oct 22 2024 and Nov 19 2024

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will vote to award a tender of up to $1,295,771 (inclusive of HST) to Interior Concrete Coatings Inc. for structural upgrades to the Victoriaville and Waterfront parkade. It will also consider a recommendation to recycle the James Whalen Tug and preserve parts for a future historical artifact display, including an expression of interest for the VIA Train artifact. A draft corporate policy for outdoor rinks will be reviewed for adoption into the Corporate Policy Manual.

• Award tender for Victoriaville and Waterfront Parkade Structural Upgrades to Interior Concrete Coatings Inc., up to $1,295,771 inclusive of HST
• Proceed with Option 1 to recycle the James Whalen Tug and preserve select pieces for a historical artifact display
• Adopt the draft Corporate Policy for Outdoor Rinks into the Corporate Policy Manual
• Release an expression of interest regarding the VIA Train historical artifact as part of the tug recommendation

City Council

The Thunder Bay City Council will confirm the agenda, adopt minutes from previous meetings, and consider several by‑law actions. Council members will vote on By‑law 333‑2024, which amends By‑law 99‑2005 to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for parking enforcement. The council will also adopt By‑law 331‑2024 to confirm the proceedings of this meeting.

• Adopt By‑law 333‑2024 to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for parking enforcement (amends By‑law 99‑2005)
• Adopt By‑law 331‑2024 to confirm the proceedings of the September 9, 2024 council meeting
• Ratify a resolution (details not specified in agenda)
• Confirm the agenda for the September 9, 2024 meeting
• Adopt minutes from the August 26, 2024 City Council and Committee of the Whole meetings

Council Composition Review Committee

The Council Composition Review Committee will hear a presentation on possible council composition options as directed by a prior resolution. Members will discuss Phase Two public engagement and review an updated timeline for the review process. The meeting will also confirm the minutes from the June 4, 2024 session and consider any new business.

• Presentation on council composition options by Director Krista Power
• Discussion of Phase Two public engagement
• Review of updated timeline (PDF)
• Confirmation of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Agenda approval

City Council

The Thunder Bay City Council will confirm the agenda for the meeting and adopt By‑law 318‑2024, which records the proceedings of this council meeting. The council will also consider and adopt minutes from the August 12, 2024 City Council meeting and the August 12, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting. New business will be heard, though no specific items are listed.

• Confirm agenda for the August 26, 2024 meeting
• Adopt minutes of the City Council meeting held August 12, 2024
• Adopt minutes of the Committee of the Whole meeting held August 12, 2024
• Adopt By‑law 318‑2024 to confirm the proceedings of this council meeting
• Consider new business (no specific items detailed)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several reports, including a recommendation to award a contract for one new fire pumper truck to Fort Garry Fire Trucks for $1,029,095.52. It will also discuss extending the draft approval of a subdivision plan on R.S. Piper Avenue and set direction for the 2025 operating and capital budgets with a target municipal tax increase of up to 3.8% before growth. Additional items include a review of the city’s Dangerous Good Route and updates from various committees and municipal officers.

• Award contract for one new fire pumper truck to Fort Garry Fire Trucks for $1,029,095.52 (including HST)
• Extend draft approval of subdivision plan (Lot 3, Registered Plan 254, 2131 R.S. Piper Avenue) to August 31, 2025
• Set 2025 budget direction with a municipal tax levy increase of no more than 3.8% before growth
• Review the Dangerous Good Route for potential changes to hazardous goods transportation
• Report of Committee of Adjustment minutes from June 27, 2024

City Council (Public Meeting)

The Thunder Bay City Council will consider three by‑laws that amend the city‑wide Official Plan (Amendment 17) and the Zoning By‑law, and designate multiple properties as Site Plan Control areas. These changes are part of the Housing Accelerator Fund Initiative 4 and aim to increase housing development opportunities within the Urban Settlement Area. The council will vote to adopt By‑law 285‑2024, By‑law 286‑2024, and By‑law 319‑2024.

• By‑law 285‑2024 – adoption of Official Plan Amendment 17 (city‑wide)
• By‑law 286‑2024 – amendment to the City of Thunder Bay Zoning By‑law (city‑wide)
• By‑law 319‑2024 – designation of multiple properties as Site Plan Control areas
• Report R 284‑2024 recommending the Official Plan and Zoning By‑law amendments
• Attachments A‑C outlining the proposed amendments and site plan designations

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider awarding a storm separation contract to Bay City Contractors for $1,205,986.85 and establishing a new U-Pass agreement with Lakehead University. The meeting also includes advocacy motions and the establishment of a future closed session.

• Award of Contract 9, 2024 - Storm Separation to Bay City Contractors for $1,205,986.85
• Approval of U-Pass Agreement with Lakehead University Student Union
• Endorsement of advocacy position papers for the AMO Conference
• Approval of Encampment Distance Guidelines
• Establishment of a Closed Session meeting for August 26, 2024

City Council

The Thunder Bay City Council will consider a ratifying resolution for Report 272-2024, Contract 9 – Storm Separation. It will also introduce and vote on four by‑laws: a parking regulation amendment (BL 298‑2024), an appointment of persons to enforce parking (BL 299‑2024), an amendment to By‑law 11‑2007 (BL 303‑2024), and an amendment to the User Fee By‑law (BL 305‑2024). A confirming by‑law (BL 302‑2024) will be adopted to record the meeting proceedings.

• Ratifying Resolution for Report 272‑2024, Contract 9 – Storm Separation
• By‑law 298‑2024 – Parking Regulation Amendment to allow temporary construction zones exempt from parking fees
• By‑law 299‑2024 – Appointment of persons to enforce municipal parking by‑laws
• By‑law 303‑2024 – Amendment to By‑law 11‑2007 regarding officer appointments
• By‑law 305‑2024 – Amendment to the User Fee By‑law

Clean, Green and Beautiful Committee

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City Council

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City Council (Public Meeting)

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Committee of the Whole

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City Council

City Council is meeting to discuss a framework for responding to unsheltered homelessness. The body will also consider by-laws regarding parking enforcement and the repeal of an acting city clerk appointment.

• Adoption of updated distance guidelines for the Designated Encampment Framework
• By-law 246-2024: Appointment of persons to enforce municipal parking by-laws
• By-law 258-2024: Repeal of By-law 54/2019 regarding the appointment of Acting City Clerk

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is discussing the receipt of external funding for capital and operating works and a 10-year municipal funding agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund. The body is also reviewing potential service areas for the Eye on the Street camera program and a deputation regarding unsheltered homelessness.

• Approval of external funding from sources including Federation of Canadian Municipalities, Blacksheep Mountain Bike Club, and The Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario
• Approval of potential service areas for the Eye on the Street camera program (Report 277-2024)
• Execution of a 10-year Municipal Funding Agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund (2024-2034)
• Written deputation from Dr. Robert Thayer regarding unsheltered homelessness in the McVicar Creek/Ray Court area
• Proposed repeal of By-law 54/2019 regarding the appointment of an Acting City Clerk

Mayor's Taskforce on Building More Homes Advisory Committee

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Heritage Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed renovation plans for 135 Archibald Street North and 330 Red River Road. Discussions included property standards for designated buildings and heritage features of the Brodie Street Library. An update was also provided regarding Tourism Thunder Bay's purchase of a new tour app.

• Approval in principle for roof shingle replacement at 135 Archibald Street North
• Renovation plan presentation for 330 Red River Road
• Update on the purchase of the Driftscapes tour app by Tourism Thunder Bay
• Discussion regarding property standards for designated buildings

Clean, Green and Beautiful Committee

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Northwood Ward Meeting

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Waterfront Development Committee

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Official Recognition Committee

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City Council

The City Council will review minutes from previous meetings and consider adding several parkette properties to the city's surplus list. The agenda also includes ratifying resolutions for key staff appointments and passing by-laws regarding street closures and municipal financing.

• Recommendation to add 724 Holly Crescent, 628 Thistle Crescent, and part of 661 Thornloe Drive to the surplus list
• By-law to appoint a City Manager (BL 212-2024)
• By-law to appoint a Chief of Fire (BL 216-2024)
• Authorization for borrowing from Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation for capital works
• Multiple by-laws to close portions of Junot Avenue, Bruce Street, Sydney Street, and Windsor Street

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review recommendations for appointing Jean Claude “John” Collin as City Manager and David Paxton as Chief of Fire. The agenda also includes the adoption of a 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and approval of the 2025 Budget Calendar. Additionally, officials will present an update on the Council Composition Review.

• Appointment of Jean Claude “John” Collin as City Manager
• Appointment of David Paxton as Chief of Fire
• Approval of the 2025 Budget Calendar and community engagement plan
• Adoption of the 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Council Composition Review Update - Phase 1

Neebing Ward Meeting

The Neebing Ward meeting includes a discussion regarding crime and community safety with Police Chief Darcy Fleury and Deputy Police Chief Ryan Hughes. The agenda also includes the review of minutes from the March 14, 2024, meeting.

• Discussion on crime and community safety
• Review of March 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Ward and city issues

Mayor's Taskforce on Building More Homes Advisory Committee

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City Council (Public Meeting)

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Committee of the Whole

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City Council - Special Session - Annual General Meeting (AGM)

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Current River Ward Meeting

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• Review of April 30, 2024, meeting minutes

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing its amended Terms of Reference and planning for upcoming waterfront events. The meeting includes updates on transit system upgrades and the development of the AccessNow app.

• Recommendation to accept amended Committee Terms of Reference for City Council approval
• Planning for 'Live on the Waterfront' Open House in August 2024
• Transit update regarding Electronic Fare Management System arrival in mid-September 20024
• Update on development of the AccessNow app in the Red River Core
• Follow-up on National AccessAbility Week flag raising ceremony

McIntyre Ward Meeting

The McIntyre Ward meeting will cover topics including council composition, infrastructure project updates, and the Thunder Bay Police Service. Guests include Rebecca Johnson of the Council Composition Review Committee and Deputy Chief Ryan Hughes. The agenda does not provide specific details regarding the contents of these discussions.

• Council Composition review
• Infrastructure Project Update
• Thunder Bay Police Service update
• Review of February 29, 2024 meeting minutes

At Large Town Hall Meeting

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Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

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Council Composition Review Committee

The Council Composition Review Committee is reviewing a summary of phase one online and in-person public engagement. Members will also examine comparator data from other Ontario municipalities and discuss potential options for council composition.

• Phase one public engagement summary
• Presentation of comparator data from other Ontario municipalities
• Discussion regarding council composition options
• Updated project timeline
• Phase two communications tactics