Welland public meetings in 2024
48 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The council will hold a public hearing for tax write-offs under Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act, and then consider an Official Plan Amendment (OPA 51) and zoning by-law amendment for 744 First Avenue. It will also award a tender for First Street Infrastructure Renewals Phase 1 and approve a Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund agreement. Notices of motion include directing a pest control company for rat-infested city property on Woodlawn Rd, releasing details of 2025 community grant applications, and studying a signalized school crossing on First Avenue near Quaker Road School.
- Public hearing for tax write-offs (Ref. 24-4) under Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act
- Official Plan Amendment (OPA 51) and Zoning By-law Amendment (2024-04) for 744 First Avenue, submitted by Biglieri Group on behalf of Ambria (First-Welland) Limited
- Tender award for First Street Infrastructure Renewals – Phase 1 (Ref. 24-105)
- Notice of motion (Councillor DiMarco) directing staff to hire a pest control company for rat infestation on city property at Woodlawn Rd & Trelawn Pkwy
- Notice of motion (Councillor Green) directing a report on a signalized school crossing on First Avenue for Quaker Road School
Council Meeting
Council will consider a recommendation to transfer 184 Denistoun Street to Niagara Regional Housing at no cost for construction of at least 78 affordable housing units. Other agenda items include a contract award for Dain City infrastructure improvements, updates to parking by-laws on penalties and permits, and two notices of motion regarding a rat infestation on city property and a Veterans' Memorial Sidewalk and Benches. Two by-laws amending general and fire department fees effective January 1, 2025, were already approved on November 26, 2024.
- Recommendation to donate 184 Denistoun Street (city property) for a 78-unit affordable housing project by Niagara Regional Housing
- Contract award for Dain City Infrastructure Improvements
- Updates to parking by-laws: administrative penalties, parking permits, private property and fire route enforcement
- Notice of motion to address rat infestation on city property at Woodlawn Rd & Trelawn Pkwy
- Notice of motion to explore a Veterans' Memorial Sidewalk and Benches in coordination with the Legion
General Committee
The Special General Committee will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for lands at 384 and 436 Quaker Road. The application is submitted by Primont (Thorold/Welland) Inc.
- Public hearing for zoning by-law amendment at 384 and 436 Quaker Road
- Draft plan of subdivision application (File No. 26T-14-24002)
- Official Plan Amendment (File No. OPA No. 52)
- Zoning By-law Amendment (File No. 2024-05)
- Primont (Thorold/Welland) Inc. is the applicant
Special Council Meeting
Council will consider final approval of strictly conditional amendments to the 2025 tax-supported operating and capital budget, and updates to water/wastewater operating budget and rates. No oral reports or delegations are scheduled. A confirmatory by-law is also on the agenda.
- Appendix I – 2025 Tax Supported Operating & Capital Budget Amendments (strictly conditional)
- Appendix II – 2025 Proposed Water/Wastewater Operating Budget Update & Rates
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting of Welland City Council will consider amendments to the 2025 Tax Supported Operating & Capital Budget and the 2025 Rate Supported (Water/Wastewater) Operating & Capital Budget. Council will also review amendment resolution forms and adopt a confirmatory by-law. No public delegations or other items are scheduled.
- 2025 Tax Supported Operating & Capital Budget Amendments
- 2025 Rate Supported (Water/Wastewater) Operating & Capital Budget Amendments
- 2025 Budget Amendment Resolution Forms
- Confirmatory by-law for meeting proceedings
Council Meeting
Council will consider three notices of motion related to encampments, including a request for the Province to invoke the notwithstanding clause to allow temporary bylaws. Also on the agenda are a referral for 2025 fees and charges, a security services RFP award, and a condominium exemption at 348 Thorold Road. Several by-laws are up for adoption, including a new purchasing policy.
- Request for province to invoke notwithstanding clause over encampments (Mayor Campion)
- Notices of motion to create encampment protocol bylaw and to address rat infestation on city property
- Security Services RFP Award (ref. 21-145) – contract award
- Application for condominium exemption at 348 Thorold Road
- Referral of 2025 Fees and Charges
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting is devoted to the first 2025 Budget Amendment Meeting, where council will consider proposed amendments to the 2025 budget. The agenda includes several attachments detailing the amendments.
- 2025 Budget Amendment Meeting #1 (Ref. No. 24-4) with four attachments including a tracker and full amendments
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting focuses on the 2025 budget. Council will hear presentations from Youngs Sportsplex, Welland Public Library, and Welland Historical Museum, as well as staff presentations on business cases not included in the mayor's proposed budget. Budget updates from November 13 are also included. The Green Advisory Committee recommends including a Climate Change and Environmental Coordinator position in the 2025 budget.
- Budget updates and replacement pages from November 13, 2024
- Youngs Sportsplex 2025 budget presentation by Eric Bradley and Dan Berger
- Welland Public Library 2025 budget presentation by Julianne Brunet and Laura Birkett
- Welland Historical Museum 2025 budget presentation by Lisa Mooney and Rachael Haynes
- Staff presentation on 10 business cases not included in mayor's proposed 2025 budget, including new positions (Climate Change Coordinator, Fire Prevention Officer, etc.)
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting includes a closed session for solicitor-client privilege regarding the Gadsby Development OLT matter and the 2025 corporate contingency budget. In open session, council will discuss legislative responsibilities in the budget process, budget communications and engagement, and review the Mayor's 2025 Proposed Budget. The agenda is largely procedural with no voting on specific items indicated.
- Gadsby Development OLT matter discussed in closed session
- 2025 Corporate Contingency Budget discussed in closed session
- Mayor's 2025 Proposed Budget presented for review
- Legislative Requirements in the Budget Process (Ref. No 24-4) discussed
- Budget Communications and Engagement (Ref. No. 24-4) discussed
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council will discuss an easement transfer involving the District School Board of Niagara at Plymouth Public School (Ref. No. 24-94). It will also consider a direct appointment for detailed design and tender services for stormwater management facilities (Ref. No. 24-95). New business includes a recommendation to declare the week of November 18‑24, 2024 as “Talk To A Stranger Week”. By‑law items include naming private condominium streets and a confirmatory by‑law to ratify the meeting’s proceedings.
- Easement Transfer – District School Board of Niagara at Plymouth Public School (Ref. 24-94)
- Direct Appointment – Stormwater Management Facilities Detailed Design and Tender Services (Ref. 24-95)
- Recommendation to declare November 18‑24, 2024 as “Talk To A Stranger Week”
- By‑law to name private condominium streets (Ref. 2493)
- Confirmatory By‑law to adopt and ratify the council’s November 5, 2024 meeting proceedings
Council Meeting
The Welland City Council will discuss and vote on three by-law proposals: a land‑exemption by‑law for 108 Maclean Place and 141 Plymouth Road; an amendment to Zoning By‑law 2017‑117 to remove the holding symbol “H” from lands south of Thorold Road, west of Clare Avenue, north of Maple Park and east of South Pelham Road; and a by‑law to name private condominium streets. The meeting will also review the 2025 council meeting calendar, a final revision of the Purchasing Policy, the 2025 Fees and Charges schedule, and a response to the Coyle Creek Stormwater Management Pond direction.
- By‑law to exempt lands at 108 Maclean Place and 141 Plymouth Road from Part‑Lot Control (Ref. 24‑91)
- By‑law to amend Zoning By‑law 2017‑117 and remove Holding Symbol “H” from specified Thorold Road area (Ref. 24‑92)
- By‑law to name private condominium streets (Ref. 24‑93)
- Purchasing Policy Final Revision (Ref. 05‑51)
- 2025 Fees and Charges (Ref. 24‑38)
General Committee
The General Committee is meeting to review policy options for neighbourhood associations and the Council and Staff Relations Policy. The session includes a resident delegation regarding a sidewalk request and training on the council chamber audio/visual system.
- Delegation from Nadia Potter regarding a Quaker Road sidewalk request
- Discussion on Neighbourhood Association Policy Options (Ref. No. 24-90)
- Review of Council and Staff Relations Policy (Ref. No. 20--52)
- Training for the Council Chamber Audio/Visual System
Council Meeting
The City of Welland Council will conduct a legislated public hearing regarding tax write-offs. The meeting also includes discussions on physician recruitment, homelessness protocols, and zoning by-law amendments.
- Public hearing regarding tax write-offs pursuant to Sections 357/358 of the Municipal Act, 2001
- Housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2017-117
- Awarding of the Geographical Information System (GIS) Strategy RFP
- Assumption of Canal View Heights Subdivision
- Lease request for City lands on the north side of Downs Drive, east of Ross Street
Council Meeting
The Welland City Council will consider a By-law that sets rules for the conduct of Council and its committees and repeals By-law 2017-6. A motion from Councillor Fokkens will direct staff to draft a tree‑canopy policy for inclusion in the 2024 Official Plan update. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of minutes, disclosures, and reports from the public library board and the mayor.
- Adopt By-law to govern Council and committee proceedings and repeal By-law 2017-6 (Ref. No. 02-160)
- Councillor Fokkens’ motion to have staff prepare a tree‑canopy policy for the Official Plan
- Presentation by McMaster University on medical education, with funding request deferred to 2025 budget
- Public Library Board update from CEO Julianne Brunet and Board Chair Lindsay Bryan
- Procedural By-law recommendations and updates (Ref. No. 02-160)
Council Meeting
The Welland City Council will approve several items, including the award of the RFP for the Cooks Mills Needs Study and Preliminary Design and the award of consulting services for CLI ECA reporting. It will also reallocate 2024 capital funding to support Advanced Metering Infrastructure. By‑laws to cancel city taxes for three properties (290 Riverside Drive, 1 Quaker Road, 130 Niagara Street) will be considered, and staff will be directed to discuss road upgrades on South Pelham between Webber Street and Thorold Road with the Region of Niagara.
- RFP award: Cooks Mills Needs Study and Preliminary Design (Ref. No. 24‑85)
- RFP award: Consulting services to complete CLI ECA reporting and documentation (Ref. No. 24‑84)
- Reallocation of 2024 capital funding for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (Ref. No. 21‑30)
- By‑law to cancel city taxes for 290 Riverside Drive, 1 Quaker Road, and 130 Niagara Street (Ref. No. 24‑4)
- Motion directing staff to engage the Region of Niagara on road upgrades on South Pelham between Webber Street and Thorold Road (Ref. No. 24‑26)
Council Meeting
The Welland City Council will discuss a notice of motion proposing a reduction in council size to lessen the financial impact on taxpayers. Additional items include an appointment to the Downtown Business Improvement Area board, a payment for an off‑duty police officer during a college move‑in weekend, a petition from Coyle Creek Park residents, and a motion to seek sidewalk installation on South Pelham Road.
- Response to Notice of Motion – Options to Reduce Council Size (Ref. No. 24-14)
- Appointment of Archie Spagnolo to the Welland Downtown Business Improvement Area Board (Ref. No. 99-90)
- Approval of $1,068.98 for one off‑duty police officer to patrol Niagara College move‑in weekend (Ref. No. 09-152)
- Petition from Coyle Creek Park residents opposing a buffer zone around the pond (Ref. No. 24-78)
- Notice of Motion by Councillor Grimaldi to engage the Region of Niagara for sidewalk installation on South Pelham Road between Foss and Thorold Roads (Ref. No. 24-26)
General Committee
The Special General Committee will discuss the Community Grant Program’s core principles and policy options, referencing documents Ref. No. 24-5. No other agenda items are listed beyond routine opening, disclosures, and adjournment. The meeting is informational with no reported decisions.
- Community Grant Program – Core Principles (Ref. No. 24-5)
- Community Grant Policy Options & Framework (Ref. No. 24-5)
- Appendix 1 – Grants and Special Assistance Policy FIN-001-0007
- Appendix 2 – Responses from Welland Council
- Appendix 3 – Municipal Best Practice Survey Results
Council Meeting
The Council will review several infrastructure tender awards, including road reconstruction and sidewalk replacements. Discussions also include community grant policy options, the Welland Soccer Club, and updates to the Traffic and Parking By-law.
- Tender Award: Fire Training Tower Construction
- Tender Award: 2024 Sidewalk Condition Related Replacements and Missing Links
- Tender Award: 2024 Road Reconstruction 1
- Assumption of Waterway Commons (Phase 1) Subdivision
- Assumption of Welland High Gardens (Phase 1) Subdivision
General Committee
The General Committee met on June 25, 2024, to discuss the City of Welland’s draft Official Plan update. The agenda includes a presentation by SGL Planning and Design on the Official Plan process and a delegation from REACH Niagara regarding its programs. The agenda lists no votes or final decisions.
- Discussion of the City of Welland draft Official Plan update (Ref. No. 07-88)
- Presentation by David Riley, SGL Planning and Design, on the Official Plan process
- Delegation by Carolyn Dyer, REACH Niagara, regarding programs and services
- Adoption of minutes from the May 21, 2024, General Committee meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council meeting includes an annual shareholder meeting for the Welland Hydro-Electric Holding Corporation. The agenda focuses on the election and confirmation of directors for the corporation.
- Election and Confirmation of Directors for Welland Hydro-Electric Holding Corporation
Council Meeting
The Council will review the 2024 Asset Management Plan and several contract awards for city projects. Discussion includes road reconstruction, water supply security, and a proposed street name change.
- Purchase of a Fire Department Rescue Truck
- Dain City Security of Water Supply tender award
- 2024 Road Reconstruction 2 tender award
- Pool Heater Equipment and Renewal tender award
- Arena Feasibility Study RFP award
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing housekeeping amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2017-117. Discussion includes a purchase for a Fire Department rescue truck and a contract with Peters Excavating Inc. for the Dain City Security of Water Supply project.
- Housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2017-117
- Purchase of a Fire Department Rescue Truck
- Tender award and contract with Peters Excavating Inc. for Dain City Security of Water Supply
- Notice of motion to reimburse Holy Trinity Church $1,979.24
- Community Improvement Plan Incentive Applications quarterly summary report
Council Meeting
The Council will review several administrative updates including non-union compensation and integrity commissioner reports. Discussion includes awarding contracts for sanitary sewer rehabilitation and rural road surface treatments.
- Tender award for 2024 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Program with Clearwater Municipal Services Inc.
- Tender award for 2024 Surface Treatment Program - Rural Roads with Circle P. Paving Inc.
- Update to the Administrative Penalty By-law for non-parking related offences
- Review of Council and Administrative Policies
- Non-union compensation and performance management policies
General Committee
The committee will review performance metrics for the Holy Trinity Anglican Church Emergency Shelter and homelessness support systems. Members will also discuss potential locations for a temporary emergency shelter and supportive living residence. Additionally, presentations are scheduled regarding recent planning applications and asset management plans.
- Review of potential sites for temporary emergency shelter, including 540 King Street and 570 King Street
- Holy Trinity Anglican Church Emergency Shelter performance metrics
- Update on recent planning applications and municipal impacts
- Community Grant Policy Options & Framework
- Presentation on Asset Management Plans
Council Meeting
The Council will consider a road resurfacing contract and a lease renewal for the Welland Tennis Club. They will also review a zoning amendment for 744 First Avenue and approve the North Welland Business Improvement Area budget.
- Zoning and Official Plan Amendment for 744 First Avenue
- 2024 Road Resurfacing contract with Brennan Paving & Construction Ltd.
- Welland Tennis Club lease renewal at 45 Hooker Street
- North Welland Business Improvement Area 2024 budget of $59,180
- 2024 Debenture Issuance Authorization
Council Meeting
The meeting includes a public hearing regarding land use amendments for 858 Niagara Street. Council will also consider contract awards for IT services, arena design, and asphalt patching. Additionally, updates to the city's Traffic and Parking By-law are on the agenda.
- Zoning and Official Plan amendment for 858 Niagara Street
- Contract award for Welland Main Arena Design and Tender Services
- 2024 Asphalt Patching tender award to Rankin Construction Inc.
- Update to the Traffic and Parking By-law 89-2000
- Consultancy award for Information Technology Strategic Master Plan
Council Meeting
The meeting includes discussions on closing and re-establishing portions of Canal Bank Street through new by-laws. Council will also review motions regarding visitor parking requirements and reducing certain speed limits from 50 km/h to 40 km/h.
- By-laws for the closure and establishment of parts of Canal Bank Street
- Motion to lower 50 km/h speed limits to 40 km/h
- Motion to add visitor parking requirements to zoning by-laws
- Appointment of new directors to the Welland Downtown Business Improvement Area board
- Review of correspondence regarding library and museum funding in Ontario
Council Meeting
The Council will review a proposed affordable rental housing project at 662 Deere Street and consider a resident petition regarding zoning changes on Aqueduct and Niagara Streets. The agenda also includes motions concerning provincial fund rebates and police patrols for Niagara College move-out weekend.
- Proposed affordable rental housing project at 662 Deere Street
- Resident petition opposing amendments for 418-430 Aqueduct Street and 650-678 Niagara Street
- Request to pay $1,068.98 for off-duty police officers during Niagara College move-out weekend
- Motion to rebate a $1.7 million provincial windfall to ratepayers
- Tender award for Utility Cuts Final Restoration 2024 with Peters Concrete Inc.
Council Meeting
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for properties on Aqueduct Street and Niagara Street. The agenda also includes contract awards for utility restoration and vehicle lift installation, as well as a motion to rebate $1.7 million in provincial funds to ratepayers.
- Rezoning of 418-430 Aqueduct Street and 650-678 Niagara Street
- Utility Cuts Final Restoration 2024 contract award to Peters Concrete Inc.
- Vehicle lift installation contract award to ISN Canada Group Holdings Inc.
- Motion to rebate $1.7 million from the Province's Building Faster fund to ratepayers
- Installation of stop signs at Daimler Parkway and Magnolia Lane
Council Information Package
This council information package contains various reports and correspondence for review. It includes the 2023 Annual Water Quality report and a transit service plan for the upcoming solar eclipse.
- 2023 Annual Water Quality, Lead Evaluation, and Summary Report
- Niagara Transit Commission Solar Eclipse Service Plan
- Niagara Region 2024 Property Tax Policy, Ratios and Rates
- Workshop on Good Governance, Procedural By-law and Policies Clarification
- Proposal for executive summaries in future staff reports
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting includes a review of the 2023 year-end statement for development charges. Council will also discuss 2023 remuneration and expenditures for members of Council and the Committee of Adjustment.
- 2023 Development Charges Year-End Statement (Ref. No. 06-75)
- 2023 Remuneration & Expenditures for Council and Committee of Adjustment Members (Ref. No. 24-14)
General Committee
The committee will receive a presentation from the YMCA of Niagara regarding its activities. Members will also discuss an update on 2024 Concerts on the Canal and a preliminary review of the Permissive Grant Policy & Legacy Funding.
- YMCA of Niagara activity update
- 2024 Concerts on the Canal update
- Permissive Grant Policy & Legacy Funding preliminary review
Council Information Package
The Council is reviewing a series of letters and memoranda from other municipal bodies. These items cover topics such as infrastructure, economic development, and funding requests.
- Memorandum regarding private mailboxes for Councillors
- Correspondence regarding Enbridge Gas follow-up
- Letters requesting increased funding for libraries and museums
- Correspondence regarding the proposed Highway 413
- Correspondence regarding social and economic prosperity reviews
Council Meeting
Council will review a development application for 44 Heron Street following a petition from local residents. The agenda also includes discussions on non-union compensation policies and various municipal contracts.
- Zoning and Official Plan Amendment for 44 Heron Street
- Non-Union Compensation Policy review
- Contract award for 2024 CSO Flow Monitoring Program
- Purchase of one tractor with attachments
- $8,000 funding proposal for Welland Foodfest
Council Information Package
This information package contains various memoranda and letters for council review. Local items include a memorandum regarding physician recruitment incentives and signage on Quaker Road. The document also includes correspondence from other Ontario municipalities regarding housing, fire strategy, and cemetery management.
- Physician Recruitment Incentive memorandum
- 5 Tonnes Signage on Quaker Road
- Housing funding notice from Quinte West
- Rideshare services letter from Brighton
- Fire apparatus expansion support letters
Council Meeting
The Council will meet to discuss several municipal items including a drainage superintendent appointment and the David Street Flow Diversion Study. Discussion topics also include lottery licensing eligibility for St. John Bosco Catholic Elementary School and 2024 permissive grants.
- Appointment of a Drainage Superintendent
- David Street Flow Diversion Study contract with GM Blueplan Engineering Limited
- Lottery Licensing Eligibility – St. John Bosco Catholic Elementary School
- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design report
- 2024 Permissive Grants balance of funds
Council Meeting
The Council will review recommendations regarding conflict of interest investigations involving Councillor Tony DiMarco. Other agenda items include a draft plan for 205 Lancaster Drive, Hospice Niagara funding, and a Mother Earth Day clean-up event.
- Recommendation to formally reprimand Councillor Tony DiMarco for conflict of interest
- Recommendation to suspend remuneration for Councillor Tony DiMarco for 60 days
- Draft Plan of Common Element Condominium for 205 Lancaster Drive
- Mother Earth Day Clean-up Event proposed for April 20, 2024
- Potential purchase of industrial lands discussed in-camera
General Committee
The committee will review updates on economic development and city-owned industrial lands. Staff are directed to investigate the feasibility and financial considerations of creating a new industrial park. The agenda also includes reports on the CAO 100th Day and crime prevention through environmental design.
- Direction for staff to explore a new industrial park
- Economic Development Office activities update
- CAO 100th Day Report
- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design report
Council Information Package
This information package contains letters and memoranda for council review. The documents address provincial regulations, municipal growth frameworks, and water system affordability.
- Letter regarding Fire Apparatus Regulation from Wawa
- Letter regarding Provincial Cemetery Management from Wawa
- Resolution regarding Growth Framework from Town of Lincoln
- Letter regarding Tax Credit for Volunteer Firefighters from Town of Lincoln
- Letter regarding Water and Wastewater System affordability from County of Renfrew
Council Meeting
The Council will consider a development application for townhouses and mixed-use apartments at 44 Heron Street. Other items include fire department equipment purchases, museum entrance replacements, and a request to declare April 11 as World Parkinson's Awareness Day.
- Public hearing for townhouse and mixed-use apartment development at 44 Heron Street
- Fire Department Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) purchase
- Fire Station Grant Application top up request
- Contract with King Contractors of Niagara Ltd. for Welland Museum entrance and window replacement
- Proclamation of April 11, 2024, as World Parkinson's Awareness Day
Council Information Package
The Council is reviewing several pieces of correspondence from various municipalities. These items include discussions on fire fighting strategies, cemetery management, public rail transit, and mental health advocacy.
- Resolution 2024-31 Provincial & National Fire Fighting Strategy
- Resolution 2024-30 Provincial Cemetery Management Support Request
- AMO Resolution Social and Economic Prosperity Review
- Reliable and Accessible Public Rail Transit - CN Rail Letter
- Advocacy of Mental Health and Addictions resolution
Council Meeting
The meeting includes an update on the 2024 Winter Emergency Homeless Shelter and discussions regarding lottery license eligibility for local organizations. Council will also review board appointments for the Welland Downtown BIA and consider endorsing the 988 crisis line initiative.
- Condominium exemption application for 119 and 123 Lincoln Street
- Update on the 2024 Winter Emergency Homeless Shelter
- Lottery license eligibility for Albright Centre and Faith Welland Outreach
- Endorsement of the 988 crisis line initiative
- Approval of 2024-2026 Board Appointments for Welland Downtown BIA
Council Information Package
The Council is reviewing several letters from other municipalities regarding various provincial and local matters. The agenda also includes a review of the 2024 Permissive Grants.
- 2024 Permissive Grants
- Licence Plate Renewal Resolution
- Resolution in support of Town of Lincoln Resolution re: Provincial Commitment - Bill 23
- Cemetery Transfer/Abandonment Administration & Management Support
- Support of Bill C-310 and Amendments to the Income Tax Act
General Committee
The General Committee is reviewing updates regarding non-union compensation and pay equity. The meeting also includes a response to a notice of motion concerning becoming a living wage employer.
- Non-Union Compensation and Pay Equity Review Update
- Response to Notice of Motion 2023-26 - Living Wage Employer
- Non-Union Compensation Policy
Council Information Package
The Council is reviewing several letters and briefs received from other townships, towns, and the Region of Niagara. These items include requests regarding cemetery management, amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and road safety declarations.
- Cemetery Transfer/Abandonment Administration & Management Support Request from Township of Wainfleet
- Amendment to the Occupational Health and Safety Act to Clarify the Definition of 'Employer'
- Provincial Cemetery Management Support Request from Township of Alnwick/Haldimand
- Prohibition of Criminals from Municipal Council correspondence from Town of Plympton-Wyoming
- Economic Development Brief from Region of Niagara
Council Meeting
The meeting includes discussions on 2024 tax rates, water fees, and an interim tax levy. Council will also review a proposed affordable housing project at 662 Deere Street and a motion regarding temporary shelter solutions. Additionally, the council will review Q3 2023 budget and capital reports.
- By-laws for 2024 tax rates and interim tax levy
- Proposed affordable housing project at 662 Deere Street
- Application for Electric Vehicle charging station grants
- Motion regarding temporary shelter funding for February and March 2024
- Appointment of a councillor to the Niagara Region Transportation Strategy Steering Committee
Council Information Package
This information package contains various letters and memoranda from other municipalities for council review. The items cover topics such as housing, public safety, and waste management. No specific decisions or votes are recorded in this document.
- Region of Niagara letter regarding Waste Management By-law Update
- Correspondence on municipal insurance costs and housing infrastructure funding
- Letters from Town of Aurora regarding community safety and homelessness
- Communications regarding short-term rentals and CEBA loan support
- Resolutions concerning gender-based violence and emergency management
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss declaring city lands on the east side of Denistoun Street surplus for affordable housing. The agenda also includes discussions regarding speed humps on Quaker Road and motions related to traffic safety and park parking.
- Declaring city lands on the east side of Denistoun Street surplus for affordable housing
- Speed humps on Quaker Road
- Motion regarding parking at Chippawa Park
- Motion to explore family camping along the former Welland Canal
- Proposed weight restriction signs on Quaker Road