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Welland public meetings in 2024

48 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on official plan and zoning changes for 744 First Avenue development

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider donating 184 Denistoun St for 78 affordable housing units

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 6:00 PM

General Committee

Welland committee to hear zoning changes for Quaker Road

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Wed Dec 4, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Final approval of 2025 budget amendments and water/wastewater rates

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Wed Nov 27, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to consider 2025 budget amendments for tax and water services

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider request for province to invoke notwithstanding clause over encampments

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council holds first 2025 budget amendment 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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Mon Nov 18, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council hears 2025 budget presentations from Sportsplex, Library, Museum, and staff business cases

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Mon Nov 11, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to review Mayor's 2025 proposed budget

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council considers easement transfer for Plymouth School and stormwater design contract

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Oct 29, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider three by-law changes: land exemption, zoning amendment, street naming

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 7:00 PM

General Committee

General Committee to discuss neighbourhood association and staff relations policies

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council to hold public hearing on tax write-offs

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.

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VIRTUAL ZOOM MEETING
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to adopt new By-law governing council conduct and repeal By-law 2017-6

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.

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VIRTUAL ZOOM MEETING
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council awards RFP for Cooks Mills Needs Study and Preliminary Design

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.

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VIRTUAL ZOOM MEETING
Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider options for reducing its size to lower taxpayer costs

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.

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VIRTUAL ZOOM MEETING
Tue Jul 30, 2024 · 5:00 PM

General Committee

Committee reviews core principles of Welland’s Community Grant Program

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council discusses community grants, infrastructure, and municipal agreements

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 7:00 PM

General Committee

Welland General Committee discusses draft Official Plan update.

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Welland Hydro-Electric Holding Corporation Annual General 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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council discusses asset management, infrastructure tenders, and zoning amendments

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council discusses zoning amendments, water security, and fire equipment

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue May 28, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council discusses sewer rehabilitation, road treatments, and municipal policies

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue May 21, 2024 · 7:00 PM

General Committee

Review of potential sites for temporary emergency shelter and supportive living

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue May 14, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council discusses road resurfacing, zoning amendments, and business budgets

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue May 7, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council to review rezoning for 858 Niagara Street and arena design services

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council to consider Canal Bank Street changes and speed limit motion

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Proposed affordable housing project at 662 Deere Street

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Apr 2, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Public hearing for rezoning lands at Aqueduct Street and Niagara Street

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Thu Mar 28, 2024 · 12:00 PM

Council Information Package

Welland Council reviews 2023 water quality and solar eclipse transit plans

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council will review 2023 development charges and member remuneration

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 7:00 PM

General Committee

Welland General Committee discusses YMCA activities and grant policies

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Fri Mar 22, 2024 · 12:00 PM

Council Information Package

Council receives correspondence from various Ontario municipalities

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Mar 19, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Zoning and official plan amendments for 44 Heron Street face resident opposition

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Fri Mar 15, 2024 · 12:00 PM

Council Information Package

Welland Council reviews physician recruitment and Quaker Road signage

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council discusses engineering contracts and community grants

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council considers reprimands for Councillor Tony DiMarco and various city matters

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 7:00 PM

General Committee

Staff directed to explore options for a new industrial park

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Fri Feb 16, 2024 · 3:00 PM

Council Information Package

Welland Council reviews correspondence from various Ontario municipalities

This information package contains letters and memoranda for council review. The documents address provincial regulations, municipal growth frameworks, and water system affordability.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council discusses development at 44 Heron Street and museum renovations

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Fri Feb 9, 2024 · 3:00 PM

Council Information Package

Council receives correspondence regarding provincial strategies and municipal resolutions

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Jan 30, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider condominium exemption for 119 and 123 Lincoln Street

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Fri Jan 26, 2024 · 3:00 PM

Council Information Package

Council reviews municipal correspondence and 2024 permissive grants

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 6:00 PM

General Committee

Committee discusses non-union compensation and living wage employer status

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Fri Jan 19, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Information Package

Council reviews correspondence from various municipalities and regional bodies

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Jan 16, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland Council reviews 2024 tax rates and affordable housing updates

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Fri Jan 12, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Council Information Package

Welland Council reviews information package containing municipal correspondence

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE
Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Welland considers declaring city lands on Denistoun Street surplus for affordable housing

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.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CIVIC SQUARE