Quinte West public meetings in 2024

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will hold public meetings to discuss three requested zoning by-law amendments. The committee will review staff reports for properties on Fourth Avenue, Montrose Road, and Moira Street West.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 2 Fourth Avenue (M&S Properties Inc.)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 510 Montrose Road (Shane Grob)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 1205 Moira Street West (Shelley Adam)

Audit & Risk Advisory Committee

The Audit & Risk Advisory Committee will review the 2024 Audit Plan and Engagement Letter, receive updates on the 2025 Insurance Renewal, and consider proposed amendments to the City's Purchasing and Investment Policies.

• Review of 2024 Audit Plan and Engagement Letter ($49,900)
• 2025 Insurance Renewal Update and 2024 Risk Management Overview
• Proposed amendments to Purchasing Policy
• Recommendation to approve 2025 Risk Management Plan
• Recommendation to approve 2024 Investment Policy Statement

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider four consent and minor variance applications for rural properties in Quinte West. The agenda includes public hearings for applications B28/24S, B29/24M, B30/24S, and A12/24M, along with a minor variance application A13/24M.

• Consent Application B28/24S for land south of 349 Marsh Hill Road
• Consent Application B29/24M for 1668 County Road 40
• Consent Application B30/24S for 328 Platt Road
• Minor Variance Application A12/24M for 1668 County Road 40
• Minor Variance Application A13/24M for 67 Wannamaker Road

Council

Quinte West Council approved a new parking by-law and a commercial and tourism community improvement plan with a $20,000 financial incentive cap. The meeting also included the approval of several by-laws and the selection of a name for a road in the Carrying Place Industrial Park.

• Approval of City of Quinte West Parking By-law No. 24-151
• Approval of Commercial and Tourism Community Improvement Plan with $20,000 incentive cap
• Selection of 'Venture Valley' as the name for Carrying Place Industrial Park Road
• By-law 24-153 to designate entire municipality as a Community Improvement Area
• By-law 24-155 to adopt the Commercial and Tourism Community Improvement Plan

CANCELLED: Accessibility Advisory Committee

The scheduled Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting for December 9, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were presented or decided. Residents should note that no discussions or decisions will occur at this meeting.

Special Council Budget - December 4 & 5, 2024

Council is reviewing the 2025 operating and capital budgets, including a proposed 9.25% average residential tax increase. The meeting includes budget analysis presentations from city departments and funding requests from external agencies.

• Proposed total budget of $89,092,266 with a 9.25% average residential tax increase
• Proposed 2025 Capital Budget of $39,688,000
• Proposed Water Operating Budget of $11,146,050 and Wastewater Operating Budget of $12,969,750
• Review of Marina Fees (Staff Report QW-2024-00199)
• Review of Bag Tag Fees (Staff Report QW-2024-00194)

Special Council Budget - December 4 & 5, 2024

The Special Council will vote on the 2025 operating and capital budgets, including an operating budget of $39,680,258, special levies of $450,000, and a capital budget of $39,688,000. It will also approve water and wastewater operating budgets of $11,146,050 and $12,969,750 and a capital water and wastewater budget of $31,786,000. Additional items include reviews of marina fees and bag tag fees, and funding requests from transit, the Food for Learning program, the Trenton Curling Club, the YMCA, and Gift from the Heart.

• Approve 2025 operating budget of $39,680,258 and special levies of $450,000
• Approve 2025 capital budget of $39,688,000
• Approve water operating budget $11,146,050, wastewater operating budget $12,969,750, and water‑wastewater capital budget $31,786,000
• Review of Marina Fees (Staff Report QW-2024-00199)
• Review of Bag Tag Fees (Staff Report QW-2024-00194)

Community Safety & Well-Being Advisory Committee - 03 Dec 2024 (Rescheduled from 29 Oct 2024) (NO QUORUM)

The Community Safety & Well-Being Advisory Committee will approve its agenda, note that there are no minutes to approve, and open a period for public input. The committee will hear a presentation from Kurstin Salisbury and Clara Tascon of Loyalist College about an update to the Community Safety & Well-Being Plan being prepared by the Centre for Healthy Communities. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Approval of agenda
• Public input session
• Presentation on Community Safety & Well-Being Plan update by Loyalist College
• Adjournment

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee is reviewing a staff report on current EDI training for city personnel and council. The body is also receiving an update regarding the cultural extension of the Canada Day Festival.

• Staff Report 24-011HR: Overview of EDI training for City Staff, Council, and Committee Members
• Update on the 'Cultural Extension of the Canada Day Festival' sub-committee
• Citation Canada LMS annual cost: $17,000

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will receive updates on the Facility Rental & Cancellation Policy, the Quinte Young Professionals beach volleyball court project at Centennial Park, and the Phase 2 engagement strategy for the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. No decisions or motions are listed for these items; the agenda items are informational. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approvals of the agenda and minutes.

• Update on Facility Rental & Cancellation Policy
• Update on Quinte Young Professionals beach volleyball court project at Centennial Park
• Update on Parks & Recreation Master Plan – Phase 2 Engagement Strategy

Special Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee is meeting to hold a closed session. The discussion will concern personal matters regarding an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.

• Closed session regarding personal matters of an identifiable individual

Planning Advisory Committee

The Quinte West Planning Advisory Committee will review two zoning by-law amendments and a draft condominium plan. The committee will also discuss official plan amendments regarding sewer systems and multi-unit housing.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 82 Victoria Street (Hilden Homes Ltd.)
• Draft Plan of Condominium for 20 Hillside Meadow Drive (Klemencic Homes Inc.)
• Official Plan Amendment for Harcourt Road (765471 Ontario Inc.)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 416 Glen Ross Road (Vreugdenhil/Stonehouse)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 926 Grills Road (Doxtator)

Special Council

The Quinte West Special Council will adopt Confirmation By‑Law 24‑145 to confirm the minutes and proceedings of its November 20, 2024 meeting. The council will also receive a goal‑setting presentation from Rob Adams of TownHall Consulting Inc. No other motions, petitions, or by‑law changes are listed on the agenda.

• Adopt Confirmation By‑Law 24‑145 to confirm meeting minutes and proceedings
• Goal‑Setting Session presentation by Rob Adams, TownHall Consulting Inc.

Council

Council is reviewing third-quarter financial and technology updates and approving several land rezonings. The body is also updating the Cooling and Warming Centre Policy and authorizing a new Fire Master Plan to be funded in the 2025 budget.

• Approval of tax cancellations, reductions, or refunds totaling $20,764.18
• Authorization to develop a Fire Master Plan with funding in the 2025 Operating Budget
• Rezoning of properties at 416 Glen Ross Road and east of 422 Glen Ross Road
• Rezoning of properties south of 926 Grills Road
• Approval of an updated Cooling and Warming Centre Policy

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the September 23 meeting. It will hear a presentation from Jeffrey Moorhouse of Eco Mulch Farms about worm castings and their benefits to local agriculture. The committee will also receive updates from Director Angelo on the Fall 2024 Community Cleanup Program and the Fall 2024 Leaf and Yard Waste Collections.

• Approval of the November 19 agenda
• Approval of the September 23 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Jeffrey Moorhouse (Eco Mulch Farms) on worm castings
• Director Angelo’s update on the Fall 2024 Community Cleanup Program
• Director Angelo’s update on the Fall 2024 Leaf and Yard Waste Collections

Committee of Adjustment

The Quinte West Committee of Adjustment met on November 14, 2024 to consider two consent applications. It approved Application B27/24S by Duvanco Homes to sever a 330 sqm parcel at 287 Wallbridge Road, subject to survey, tax, and zoning conditions. Application B26/24S by DorAnn Homes Ltd to sever land north of 36 Rosewood Drive was deferred pending legal matters. Both items were heard in public hearings.

• Approval of Consent Application B27/24S for land severance at 287 Wallbridge Road
• Deferral of Consent Application B26/24S for land severance north of 36 Rosewood Drive
• Public hearing on Application B27/24S
• Public hearing on Application B26/24S
• Conditions required: registered survey, tax payment, deed transfer, legal opinion

CANCELLED - Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 11, 2024, was cancelled. The provided text contains the agenda for the cancelled meeting and minutes from a previous meeting on May 13, 2024.

• Budget update by Divina Aseo (proposed for cancelled meeting)
• Recruiting a new committee member by Brian Jardine (proposed for cancelled meeting)

Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee

The Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 1 meeting. It will receive staff reports on the 2024 Quinte West Pop‑ups update, which operated within a $13,000 budget, and on the Municipal Accommodation Tax update. The committee also notes a question about the 55 King St arts and culture hub raised by a member. No policy changes are voted on at this meeting.

• Approval of agenda (Motion No. 24-010EDTSE)
• Approval of minutes from August 1 meeting (Motion No. 24-011DTSE)
• Receipt of Staff Report 24-010CS on 2024 Quinte West Pop‑ups (budget $13,000)
• Receipt of Staff Report 24-009CS on Municipal Accommodation Tax update
• Discussion of 55 King St arts and culture hub (question raised by Suzanne Andrews)

Council

Quinte West Council approved several traffic calming measures for 2025, including speed humps and stop signs on Hollen and Lester Roads, and authorized a lease for the Trenton Town Hall 1861. The meeting also included a public meeting on 2025 Fees and Charges By-law and a proclamation for World Prematurity Day.

• Council directs designation of Hollen Street as a No Heavy Truck Route
• Council directs installation of speed humps and posts on Couch Crescent
• Council directs installation of a 3-way stop and traffic calming on Lester Road
• Council authorizes lease agreement with Trent Port Historical Society
• Council proclaims November 17, 2024 as World Prematurity Day

Special Council Budget Meeting

Council is reviewing the 2025 Budget Outlook and Long-term Capital Plans, including specific plans for water and wastewater. The meeting includes budget discussions with external partners and the passing of by-laws for development charges and utility rates.

• By-law 24-130 to establish Development Charges
• By-law 24-131 to establish Water/Wastewater Rates
• 2025 Budget - OPP report (noting a request 19% higher than 2024)
• Lower Trent Conservation 2025 Draft Budget (noting a 16% increase to Quinte West)
• 2025 OCIF Allocation report

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received a staff report on Ontario's customer service standards and discussed elevator technology for new public spaces. The committee also reviewed site plans for three local developments.

• Staff Report AAC-24-005COR: Improving Accessible Customer Service Standards
• Site Plan Review: 41-57 Stella Crescent, 896 Bell Boulevard West, and 944 County Road 40
• Recommendation: Touchless or voice-activated elevators in new public spaces
• Verbal update: Quinte West Accessibility Awards & International Day of Persons with Disabilities
• Feedback deadline: January 9, 2025, for customer service standards review

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee - 23 Oct 2024 (Rescheduled from 26 Sep 2024)

The committee will receive updates from Director Grimmon regarding the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. Discussions will also include the status of court upgrades at Tuckers Corners and the beach volleyball court project at Centennial Park.

• Update on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• Update on Tuckers Corners court upgrades
• Update on Centennial Park Beach Volleyball court project

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will hold public meetings for three zoning and official plan amendment requests. The body will also decide on a previously deferred application for a residential development on Old Highway 2.

• Zoning By-law Amendment: East of 422 Glen Ross Road
• Zoning By-law Amendment: Across from 926 Grills Road
• Official Plan Amendment: Harcourt Road
• Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendments: 1436-1476 Old Highway 2 (MAC 5 Corporation)

Council

Council will receive and approve staff reports on the development charge update, the water and wastewater rate decision, and the 2025‑2027 fees and charges proposal. The development charge rates are set to take effect on December 1, 2024, and the approved water and wastewater rates (Option 1) will begin on January 1, 2025. Council also directed staff to prepare by‑laws for these changes to be presented at the October 30 special council meeting. Additional items include adopting the Environmental Stewardship Awards nomination process and passing several by‑laws.

• Approval of Development Charge Update and Proposal (Staff Report QW‑2024‑00166) with rates effective Dec 1 2024; by‑law to be brought forward Oct 30 special council meeting
• Approval of Water and Wastewater Rate Decision (Option 1) (Staff Report QW‑2024‑00151) effective Jan 1 2025; by‑law to be brought forward Oct 30
• Receipt of 2025‑2027 Fees and Charges Proposal (Staff Report QW‑2024‑00139) and scheduling of public meeting on Nov 6 2024
• Adoption of Environmental Stewardship Awards nomination process for 2025 (Staff Report 24‑017PWES)
• Passage of by‑laws: lease for Frankford Huskies Jr. C Hockey Club at Dr. McMullen Recreation Centre, appointment of Board of Management members for Trenton Downtown BIA, and rezoning of property south of 1610 Trenton‑Frankford Road (By‑law 24‑121)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review three applications, including a request to increase the height and unit count for a multi-building apartment project. The body will also hear two other minor variance and consent applications.

• Minor Variance A10/24M: Proposed increase in building height to 13.82m and reduction of lot area per unit to 145.38sqm at 125, 141, & 165 Appledene Drive to increase total units from 162 to 177
• Minor Variance A11/24M: Application for 101 McMaster Road
• Consent Application B26/24S: Application by DorAnn Homes Ltd / Hastings Enterprises Inc. north of 36 Rosewood Drive

Active Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee will receive several staff reports and make recommendations to Council. It will recommend designating Hollen Street and Old Carrying Place Road as No Heavy Truck routes. It will also propose adding Coleman Drive to the winter sidewalk maintenance route and approve traffic‑calming pilot projects on Couch Crescent, Lester Road and other streets. The Committee will review correspondence from residents on various safety concerns.

• Recommend Hollen Street become a designated No Heavy Truck Route
• Recommend Old Carrying Place Road become a designated No Heavy Truck Route
• Recommend adding Coleman Drive to the Winter Sidewalk Maintenance Route
• Pilot project on Couch Crescent: install three speed humps and temporary flexible in‑road posts in 2025
• Pilot project on Lester Road: install a 3‑way stop, flexible posts, permanent centerline and edge markings, and narrow travel width to 3.25 m

Personnel Committee - 02 Oct 2024 (RESCHEDULED from 04 Sept 2024)

The Quinte West Personnel Committee meeting will open and then enter a closed session to consider two confidential staff reports about labour relations and employee negotiations. After the closed session the committee will resume an open session to approve the agenda, allow public input, and adjourn. No motions, contracts, or other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session: Confidential Staff Report 24-006CAO on labour relations (Chief Administrative Officer David Clazie)
• Closed session: Confidential Staff Report 24-008HR on labour relations (Director of Human Resources Lori Coxwell-Duncan)
• Approval of agenda
• Public input
• Adjournment

Council

Quinte West Council will consider approving encroachment agreements for properties at 37 & 39 Bay Street and declaring two parcels of land as surplus. The meeting also includes a Notice of Motion to exempt a resident from animal regulations and proclamations for various community events.

• Encroachment agreement for 37 & 39 Bay Street
• By-law to declare land at 125 Appledene Drive surplus
• By-law to declare land at 36 Rosewood Drive surplus
• Notice of Motion to exempt a Juliana Mini Pig at 9 Kidd Avenue
• Proclamation for Canada Soccer National Championships U-15 Cup Week

Quinte West O.P.P. Detachment Board

The Quinte West O.P.P. Detachment Board will approve its agenda and minutes, receive the June‑August 2024 Detachment Board Report, hear presentations on the 2023 Auxiliary of the Year and a demonstration of Axon body‑camera equipment, and discuss the upcoming 2025 Community Satisfaction Survey. No decisions on new policies or contracts are listed.

• Approval of the October 1, 2024 agenda
• Approval of minutes from the July 29, 2024 meeting
• Presentation of "Auxiliary of the Year for 2023" by Mayor Harrison and Inspector Reive
• Demonstration and update on Axon body‑camera technology
• Discussion and board input on the Community Satisfaction Survey for 2025

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee approved its agenda and minutes, received three staff reports, and voted to adopt the Environmental Stewardship Awards nomination process for 2025. It also received a waste and recycling audit of city facilities for information and recommended that the City apply to become a certified Bee City. Additional items included a presentation on the Environmental Steward of the Year Award and discussion of tree bag utilization.

• Implement Environmental Stewardship Awards nomination process for 2025 (Staff Report 24-017PWES)
• Review Waste and Recycling Audit of City Facilities (Staff Report 24-008PWES)
• Recommend City apply to become a certified Bee City (Staff Report 24-009PWES)
• Presentation on proposed Environmental Steward of the Year Award
• Discussion of Tree Bag Utilization (New/Other Business)

Planning Advisory Committee

On September 19, 2024 the Quinte West Planning Advisory Committee met in a hybrid format to consider several staff reports. The agenda includes an Official Plan and Zoning By‑law amendment for MAC 5 Corporation at 1436‑1476 Old Highway 2, a draft subdivision and zoning amendment for Staikos Homes on Appledene South 2nd Dug Hill Road, a draft condominium plan for Dianne McMackin and Daniel Dellamora at 47 & 49 North Murray Street, and a zoning amendment for Batawa Development Corporation at 1610 Trenton‑Frankford Road. No decision items are listed, so the committee will only discuss and provide recommendations without final approvals.

• Official Plan & Zoning By‑law Amendment – MAC 5 Corporation, 1436‑1476 Old Highway 2
• Draft Plan of Subdivision & Zoning By‑law Amendment – Staikos Homes, Appledene South 2nd Dug Hill Road
• Draft Plan of Condominium – Dianne McMackin & Daniel Dellamora, 47 & 49 North Murray Street
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – Batawa Development Corporation, 1610 Trenton‑Frankford Road

Council

Council is deciding on a doctor retention agreement and amendments to the Health Care Connect Premium Program. The meeting includes public hearings regarding surplus land and the approval of several sole-source supplier contracts for water and wastewater services.

• Public meetings for surplus land at 30-32 Dundas St W and Concession 6, Part Lot 3
• Approval of sole source suppliers: Trojan Technologies, Xylem Canada, and WSP Canada Inc.
• Easement agreement for overhead piping at 869 Trenton-Frankford Road
• Creation of annual Quinte West Accessibility Awards
• Easement by-laws for Donald Walter Cooke, Karen Darlene Cooke, and Kevin J. Howden

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) Survey. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and standard meeting sections.

• Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) Survey

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review two consent applications for land severances. Staff recommend approval for one request to sever a parcel for a surplus farm dwelling.

• Consent Application B24/24M: Proposal by Richard & Julie Lange to sever a 1.1 hectare parcel at 64 Powerline Road
• Consent Application: Proposal by Bryce & Bonnie Milligan at 12 Gunter Settlement Road

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing site plan control applications for residential and commercial projects to ensure compliance with accessibility standards. The body is also discussing construction obstacles and the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

• Site plan review for 41-57 Stella Crescent: 13-storey residential building with 248 units
• Site plan review for 896 Bell Boulevard West: new commercial facility
• Site plan review for 944 County Road 40
• Presentation on 2024 U15 Toyota National Championships (October 9-15, 2024)
• Discussion on construction project obstacles

Council

Council receives and endorses the Housing Community Improvement Plan parameters (Staff Report QW-2024-00140) and directs staff to develop a Housing CIP through a public process. The council also creates a Naming of Corporate Assets Working Group and directs the development of a process to name the roadway entering Carrying Place Industrial Park. Additionally, the council reads and passes By‑Laws 24‑112, 24‑113 and Confirmation By‑Law 24‑114 and proclaims several observances.

• Endorsement of Housing Community Improvement Plan parameters (Staff Report QW-2024-00140) and direction to develop a Housing CIP
• Establishment of a Naming of Corporate Assets Working Group (Senior Staff + 3 Council members) and direction to name the roadway into Carrying Place Industrial Park
• Adoption of By‑Law 24‑112 to authorize a consent agreement with Gary Greer and By‑Law 24‑113 to declare certain land surplus
• Adoption of Confirmation By‑Law 24‑114
• Proclamations of Franco‑Ontarian Day (Sept 25), National British Home Child Day (Sept 28), National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day (Sept 30), and National Seniors Day (Oct 1)

Council

The Council will review closed‑session reports, approve minutes, and discuss public meetings on surplus land and development charges. Staff reports on water and wastewater rate analysis and a 2025 fees and charges review will be received. A notice of motion asks the federal government to double the Canada Community‑Building Fund allocations for 2024‑2028. Several by‑law amendments, including road easement, OPP board appointments, a service agreement with Loyalist College, and rezoning of properties, will be considered.

• Notice of Motion to request doubling of Canada Community‑Building Fund allocations for 2024‑2028
• By‑law 24‑106 to rezone 991 Old Highway 2 to Commercial Rural Exception 19 (Cr‑19) zone
• By‑law 24‑107 to authorize a service agreement with Loyalist College Centre for Healthy Communities
• Public meeting on surplus land at 149 North Murray St, Trenton Ward
• Staff Report QW‑2024‑00125 on water and wastewater rate analysis

Committee of Adjustment

The Quinte West Committee of Adjustment will hear two withdrawn consent applications, defer a minor variance for a property on Old Hwy 2, and decide on a minor variance that raises the maximum height of a proposed retirement home on Highway 33 to 28.2 m. The meeting includes public hearings and staff reports on each item. No other business is listed.

• Consent Application B22/24M withdrawn – John & Maryann Kuipers, west of 1254 County Road 5
• Consent Application B23/24M withdrawn – 1136967 Ont. Inc., east of 1124 County Road 5
• Minor Variance Application A8/24S deferred – Gary T. Cooney, 1564B Old Hwy 2
• Minor Variance Application A9/24M approved – height increase to 28.2 m for retirement home at 202 Hwy 33 (west side, south of the 401)
• Other Business – none reported

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting to review a sub-committee report regarding budget considerations and planned activities for 2025.

• Report from Sub-Committee on 2025 Committee Activities & Budget Considerations

Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee

The Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee will receive a staff report on the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT), including a plan to hire Granicus to identify short-term accommodations for potential licensing and tax collection. The committee will also hear a presentation on an Industrial Lands Costing Review.

• Staff Report 24-009CS: Update on Municipal Accommodation Tax
• Presentation: Industrial Lands Costing Review and Strategy
• Contract with Granicus: $6,500+HST for Short-Term Accommodation identification
• Purchase: Giant Muskoka Chair ($4,000)
• Staff Report 24-006CS: Giant Muskoka Chair purchase recommendation

Quinte West O.P.P. Detachment Board

The Quinte West O.P.P. Detachment Board will take the Oath of Office and Oath of Secrecy for Mayor Harrison and appointed members, administered by City Clerk Josh Machesney. The Board will read and pass By-law 24-01, which governs the calling, place and proceedings of its meetings, and By-law 24-02, which licenses and regulates taxi, livery, shuttle and limousine services in the city. The Chair and City Clerk will be authorized to sign and seal the passed by‑laws.

• Adoption of By-law 24-01 to govern board meeting procedures
• Adoption of By-law 24-02 to license and regulate taxi, livery, shuttle and limousine services
• Mayor Harrison and appointed members take Oath of Office and Oath of Secrecy, administered by City Clerk Josh Machesney
• Presentation of the Quinte West Police Services Board 2023 Annual Report
• Presentation of the Quinte West O.P.P. Detachment Board Jan‑Jun 2024 Report

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. A resident, Michael Roussakis, will speak about enhancing Quinte West parks. The committee will receive an update from Director Grimmon on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan.

• Approval of the July 25, 2024 agenda
• Approval of minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting
• Resident presentation on park enhancements by Michael Roussakis
• Master Plan update presented by Director Grimmon
• Adjournment of the meeting

Planning Advisory Committee

The Quinte West Planning Advisory Committee will consider two zoning by‑law amendment applications—one for 37 & 39 Bay Street and another for 991 Old Highway 2—and will make a decision on a Deeming By‑law affecting 67 Trentside Lane. The agenda also includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes, public input, and presentations. The committee’s recommendations will be forwarded to City Council for final approval.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 37 & 39 Bay Street (Owner: Michael & Denise Lemoire)
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 991 Old Highway 2 (Owner: Jacob Talsma & Janice Platt; Agent: Spencer Hutchison)
• Deeming By‑law – 67 Trentside Lane (Owner: Thomas and Deborah Davis)
• Approval of agenda and minutes
• Public input and presentations

Personnel Committee

The committee will hold a closed session to review Confidential Staff Report 24-005CAO on negotiation procedures and Confidential Staff Report 24-007HR on labour relations. In the open session, members will receive Staff Report 24-006HR and approve the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Performance Planning and Review Policy, its implementation, and the creation of a CAO Planning and Review Sub‑Committee of up to three councillors.

• Confidential Staff Report 24-005CAO on negotiation procedures (closed session)
• Confidential Staff Report 24-007HR on labour relations (closed session)
• Staff Report 24-006HR recommending approval of the CAO Performance Planning and Review Policy
• Approval of the CAO Performance Planning and Review Policy (Schedule A) and its implementation
• Establishment of a CAO Planning and Review Sub‑Committee of up to three councillors

Council

The Quinte West City Council will receive a staff report on a Vacant Housing Tax and decide whether to implement the tax. Other agenda items include authorizing the release of an easement for a temporary turning circle in the Brookshire Meadows Phase 4 subdivision, approving the 2025 Capital & Operating Budget timeline and community‑engagement strategy, and updating the Community Fund Grant Policy. The council will also consider a resolution supporting Private Members Bill C‑410 for campground tax relief.

• Release of easement for temporary turning circle (Blocks 41‑43, RP 39M909, Brookshire Meadows Phase 4)
• Approval of 2025 Capital & Operating Budget Timeline and Community Engagement Strategy
• Adoption of updated Community Fund Grant Policy
• Consideration of implementing a Vacant Housing Tax (Staff Report QW‑2024‑00098)
• Resolution supporting Private Members Bill C‑410 for campground tax relief

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance application for 180 Shuter Street. The request seeks to recognize existing setbacks for the property's dwelling, garage, and shed.

• Minor Variance Application A7/24T: recognizing existing setbacks for a dwelling, garage, and shed at 180 Shuter Street

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates regarding City Hall renovations and the continuation of customer service counter improvements. The agenda also includes site plan reviews for 15 Tripp Boulevard and 55 Highway 33. Additionally, the meeting covers municipal resolutions regarding Accessible Ontario by 2025.

• City Hall renovation plans and customer service updates ($50,000 budget)
• Site plan review: 15 Tripp Boulevard
• Site plan review: 55 Highway 33
• Municipal resolutions regarding Accessible Ontario by 2025

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will consider several applications for zoning by-law and official plan amendments. These include proposals for properties on East Davis Street, Oak Lake Road, Fish & Game Club Road, and Glen Miller Road.

• Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment at 100 East Davis Street
• Zoning By-law Amendment at 126 Oak Lake Road
• Zoning By-law Amendment at 1457 Fish & Game Club Road
• Zoning By-law Amendment at 292 Glen Miller Road

Council

The council will consider several rezoning applications and a 41-lot residential subdivision agreement. The agenda also includes approving asset management plans for municipal fleets and facilities. Additionally, officials will review single-source purchases for wastewater equipment and a road culvert.

• $128,219.00 procurement of a box culvert for County Road 40
• $97k purchase of a replacement blower for Trenton Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approval of the Rosewood Acres, Phase 4, Stage 2 residential subdivision
• Rezoning requests for 83 Mitchell Road and 451 Baptist Church Road
• Petition regarding city by-laws for residing in trailers

Agricultural Advisory Committee - 18 Jun 2024 (RESCHEDULED from June 18, 2024 to September 17, 2024) - (No Quorum)

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will discuss how recent changes to the Conservation Authorities Act affect the agricultural community. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and previous minutes. This June 18, 2024 meeting was rescheduled to September 17, 2024.

• Q&A with Rhonda Bateman regarding Conservation Authorities Act changes
• Approval of the June 18, 2024 agenda
• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review several applications for land severances and minor variances. One proposal involves creating a new vacant lot at 567 Downs Road. Other items include applications for 852 County Road 5 and 6 Douglas Road.

• Consent Application B20/24M: Severing land at 567 Downs Road to create a new vacant lot
• Minor Variance A5/24M: Proposed setbacks for 567 Downs Road
• Consent Application B21/24M: Land severance at 852 County Road 5
• Minor Variance A6/24T: Application for 6 Douglas Road

Council

The council approved recruitment incentives for Nurse Practitioners and Doctors to support local healthcare, funded by the doctor recruitment reserve. Other decisions included a budget increase for sewer work on Old Wooler Road and enhancements to the OPP contract. The meeting also featured presentations regarding development charges and a petition about short-term rentals.

• New financial incentives for Nurse Practitioners and Doctors
• $250,000 budget increase for Sanitary Sewer Upsizing on Old Wooler Road
• Approval of terms of reference for the O.P.P. Detachment Board
• Designation of 'Festival on the Bay Front Street Dance' as a municipal event
• Proclamation of August 12-16, 2024, as Diabetic Awareness Week

Community Safety & Well-Being Advisory Committee - 04 Jun 2024 (RESCHEDULED From 25 Mar 2024) - (No Quorum)

The Quinte West Community Safety & Well-Being Advisory Committee will discuss planning for its safety and well-being plan and review an associated Action Table update. Representatives from Loyalist College are scheduled to present on their Centre for Healthy Communities. These items outline how local staff and community partners intend to coordinate health, safety, and support services across Quinte West.

• Discussion of the Community Safety & Well-Being Plan and Action Table
• Planning session for future CSWB Plan development
• Presentation by Loyalist College representatives on the Centre for Healthy Communities
• Approval of the June 4 meeting agenda and November 27, 2023 minutes

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee will meet to approve its agenda and December minutes. Director Grimmon will outline the committee’s current mandate and responsibilities. Members will also discuss requesting municipal proclamations for National Indigenous History Month, National Indigenous Peoples Day, and Multiculturalism Day in Canada; approved proclamations direct city staff to organize public events and communications that inform residents about these observances.

• Approval of December 4, 2023 meeting minutes and June 3 agenda
• Overview of the committee’s mandate and responsibilities by Director Grimmon
• Request for proclamations recognizing National Indigenous History Month (June), National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21), and Multiculturalism Day in Canada (June 27)
• Public input period open for residents to address the committee

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and the Drop-in Pickleball Program. Director Grimmon will present these updates to the committee.

• Update on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• Update on the Drop-in Pickleball Program

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee meets on May 21, 2024. The agenda includes presentations regarding a "Lets Get GrOwING!" sub-committee group and the importance of protecting honey bees. Members will also consider an Environmental Citizen Service Award and a sustainability plan for city facilities.

• Presentation on "Lets Get GrOwING!" working sub-committee group
• Presentation regarding pollinator and honey bee protection
• Consideration of Environmental Citizen Service Award
• Consideration of Sustainability Plan for City Facilities

Planning Advisory Committee

The committee will hold public meetings for zoning by-law amendments at 83 Mitchell Road, 451 Baptist Church Road, and east of 141 Roblin Road. A decision is also expected on a sign variance application for Sacred Heart Church. Monthly planning and building reports will be presented.

• Zoning By-law Amendment: 83 Mitchell Road
• Zoning By-law Amendment: 451 Baptist Church Road
• Zoning By-law Amendment: East of 141 Roblin Road
• Sign Variance Application: 152 Fraser Drive

Special Personnel Committee

The Special Personnel Committee meeting consists of procedural items and a closed session. The committee will discuss personal matters concerning an identifiable individual or employee.

• Closed session discussion regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual or employee

Council

The Council will approve the 2024 Housing Action Plan and authorize the installation of basketball, pickleball, and tennis courts at Tuckers Corners. Members will also review 2023 financial statements and a $6,500 contract for short-term accommodation identification. Additionally, the Council will consider a resolution urging the province to increase funding for public libraries.

• Approval of the 2024 Housing Action Plan
• Installation of basketball, pickleball, and tennis courts at Tuckers Corners
• $6,500 contract for Short Term Accommodation Address Identification
• Resolution urging increased provincial funding for public libraries
• Review of 2023 financial statements and $78,367,519 reserve fund report

Property Standards Committee

The committee will consider an appeal regarding Property Standards Order 24-021 for 43 Queen St, Unit C. The proposed resolution confirms the order with a new compliance date of June 7, 2024, to include addressing a water leak in the upstairs bedroom.

• Appeal of Property Standards Order 24-021 at 43 Queen St, Unit C
• Proposed amended compliance date of June 7, 2024

Heritage Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the designation process for the Wooler Schoolhouse at 62 County Road #5. Members will also review potential properties for inclusion on the municipal heritage register.

• Designation process for 62 County Road #5 (Wooler Schoolhouse)
• Discussion of potential property listings

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two consent applications and one minor variance application. These include a lot addition at 416 Glen Ross Road and applications for 152 Keating Road.

• Consent Application B18/24S: Lot addition at 416 Glen Ross Road
• Consent Application B19/24S: Property application at 152 Keating Road
• Minor Variance Application A4/24S: Property application at 152 Keating Road

Audit & Risk Advisory Committee

The Committee will review several 2023 financial reports, including consolidated statements and year-end reserve totals. Discussions will also include updates on insurance risk analysis and the city's tangible capital asset policy.

• Recommendation to approve 2023 Draft Consolidated Financial Statements
• Review of $78,367,519 Year End Reserve and Reserve Fund Report
• Review of $10,137,105 2023 Development Charges - Treasurer's Statement
• Approval of Tangible Capital Asset Policy and Procedure
• Presentation on GL/E&O Actuarial Analysis

Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee

The committee will consider reports regarding tourism development fund grants and a short-term accommodation identification project. Staff will also provide an update on the Quinte International Air Show planning. Additionally, a proposal for a giant Muskoka chair with an estimated cost of $2,000 to $6,000 is up for review.

• Potential $2,000 to $6,000 cost for a giant Muskoka/Adirondack chair project
• Tourism Development Fund Grants to Third-Party Events report
• Short-Term Accommodation (STA) Identification Project report
• Quinte International Air Show planning update

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee is approving the posting of a temporary Housing Action Plan Coordinator position. This 12-month contract role will coordinate various housing initiatives, such as affordable housing and e-permitting. The position will be funded using the City's Housing Reserves.

• Approval to post a 12-month Housing Action Plan Coordinator position
• Estimated $100,000 expenditure for the contract role
• Funding sourced from the City's Housing Reserves

Council

Quinte West Council will consider licensing agreements for Air Show parking at several locations. The agenda also includes a request to proclaim May as Food Allergy Awareness Month and updates on quarterly investments.

• Reallocation of $121K from Trenton Filter Building Roof project to Frankford Filter Building Roof project
• Licensing agreements for Air Show parking at Centennial Park, Quinte West Snow Dump, and Carrying Place Industrial Park
• Approval of the Delegation of Powers and Duties Policy
• Proclamation of May 2024 as Food Allergy Awareness Month
• Delegation regarding challenges with MAID and Home Care Services

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing requests to proclaim several accessibility awareness days in May 2024. The committee is also evaluating site plan applications for properties at 1849 Old Highway 2 and 150 Front Street to ensure compliance with accessibility standards.

• Proclamation of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (May 16, 2024)
• Proclamation of Red Shirt Day (May 29, 2024)
• Proclamation of National AccessAbility Week (May 26 – June 1, 2024)
• Site plan review for 1849 Old Highway 2 regarding accessible parking
• Site plan review for 150 Front Street regarding accessible parking

Planning Advisory Committee

The committee will hold public meetings regarding zoning amendments for 16136 Highway 2 and 102 Oak Lake Road. A decision is also scheduled for a rezoning application at 178 Lester Road. The Highway 2 proposal seeks to allow an existing four-unit apartment to continue following recent land severances.

• Rezoning of 16136 Highway 2
• Zoning amendment for 102 Oak Lake Road
• Decision on rezoning at 178 Lester Road

Council

Council will consider several property rezonings and a regional physician recruitment agreement. The meeting also includes decisions on rescinding the Charitable Road Toll Policy and approving a new pickleball program.

• Regional Memorandum of Understanding for doctor recruitment
• Rezoning 832 County Road 5 from industrial to rural residential
• Agreement with 2632863 Ontario Inc. for five detached model homes
• Rescinding the Charitable Road Toll Policy and amending the Nuisance By-law
• Reallocating funds from a telescopic handler trade-in to a wide area mower budget

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review several applications for land severances and minor variances. These proposals include creating new lots and modifying property uses in Quinte West.

• Consent Application B41/21S: Severing land at 1457 Fish & Game Club Road to create one new vacant lot
• Consent Application B15/24S: Proposed severance at 306 A & B Glen Miller Road
• Consent Application B16/24S: Proposed severance at 292 B & C Glen Miller Road
• Consent Application B17/24S: Proposed severance at 991 Old Hwy 2
• Minor Variance Application A3/24T: Proposed variance at 434 Dundas Street West

Council

City of Quinte West Council is voting on infrastructure funding, service contracts, and municipal fees. The agenda includes a $690,000 allocation for the Wolfe Street Industrial Park Extension in Frankford to provide water, sewer, and road access to new lots. Council will also pass by-laws covering pound services and fire radio equipment, approve filter replacements at Trenton WTP, and adjust fee regulations that affect property owners and businesses.

• Approve $690,000 for the Wolfe Street Industrial Park Extension in Frankford to supply water, sewer, and road access
• Pass by-laws authorizing a pound contract with Humane Society Hastings Prince Edward and fire radio equipment storage with St. Catharines
• Approve filter underdrain system replacements at Trenton WTP
• Grant AGCO Special Occasion Permit for Davis New Homes’ Grand Opening at Woodland Heights Subdivision on May 4, 2024
• Amend By-Law 23-057 to consolidate and regulate municipal fee payments

Active Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee will review staff reports regarding proposed speed limit changes on Fairground Road and Foxboro-Stirling Road. The committee is scheduled to recommend that posted speeds remain unchanged, which would maintain current driving conditions for local commuters. A resident will also present a petition requesting traffic calming measures on Lester Road.

• Review of Staff Report 24-005 regarding a speed limit reduction proposal for Fairground Road
• Review of Staff Report 24-006 proposing to reduce the Foxboro-Stirling Road speed limit from 80km/h to 60km/h
• Delegation by Nick Church presenting a petition for traffic calming measures on Lester Road

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Quinte West Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will consider recommending approval of a free summer drop-in pickleball program expansion from the Trenton Arena to the Frankford Arena. Staff estimate $1,200 in costs for court lines and nets, funded through the current facilities budget. Members will also receive updates on the ongoing Parks & Recreation Master Plan and a new beach volleyball court project.

• Recommendation to approve the 2024 Drop-in Pickleball program expansion ($1,200 cost)
• Updates on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan development process
• Progress report on the Quinte Young Professionals Beach Volleyball Court project

Planning Advisory Committee

The Quinte West Planning Advisory Committee will discuss seven Zoning By-law Amendment applications during a public meeting. Staff reports outline proposed land-use changes for properties across several wards, including one combined Official Plan and zoning review. The committee will hear applicant presentations and public input before forwarding recommendations to City Council.

• Zoning amendment application at 525 Foxboro-Stirling Road (Mark Gingrich)
• Rezoning request across from 314 Stockdale Road (Dewal Homes & Construction)
• Amendment proposal west of 236 Fish & Game Club Road (Brian Sine)
• Zoning change for 832 County Road 5 (Dave Scott Haulage)
• Official Plan and zoning amendment at 41, 47, 57 Stella Crescent (1000600450 Ontario Inc.)

Council

Quinte West Council will establish a Housing Working Group to review city housing initiatives. The meeting also includes approving new temporary patio registration fees and a budget increase for animal control contract renewal.

• Creation of a Housing Working Group with three council members
• New $30 per metre (+HST) fee for temporary patio set-up
• Budget increase for the Animal Control contract renewal
• Loan agreement between Belleville, Quinte Humane Society, and Quinte West
• Amending agreement for the ICIP Public Transit Stream

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will discuss ditching for farming vehicle safety and Conservation Authority regulation updates. The committee will also review the minutes from the September 12, 2023, meeting.

• Ditching for Farming Vehicle Safety
• Conservation Authority - Regulation Updates
• Approval of September 12, 2023, minutes

Committee of Adjustment

The Quinte West Committee of Adjustment will meet on March 14, 2024, to consider several consent applications. These items include requests for land severances at various locations including Fish & Game Club Road and Keating Road.

• Consent Application B9/24S: West of 236 Fish & Game Club Road
• Consent Application B10/24M: North of 1226 Stockdale Road
• Consent Application B11/24M: West of 1081 County Road 5
• Consent Application B12/24S: 1447 Fish & Game Club Road
• Consent Application B13/24S: 1457 Fish & Game Club Road

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to discuss a confidential staff report regarding labour relations or employee negotiations. No other committee reports, delegations, or new business are scheduled for this meeting.

• Closed session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations (Staff Report 24-004HR)

Council

Council will hear delegations regarding city development and rezoning fees. The agenda includes approving a $5,000 grant for beach volleyball courts in Centennial Park and a land sale in Frankford Industrial Park. Members will also review 2023 financial updates and several property rezoning by-laws.

• $5,000 community grant for beach volleyball courts in Centennial Park
• Sale of land in Frankford Industrial Park to Mountainview Asphalt Ltd.
• Rezoning applications for 13 Philburn Road and 390 Sidney Street
• Approval of the amended ONE JIB Agreement
• Proclamation of September 2024 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee will review a site plan application for a four-classroom addition at 654 County Road 40. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding city accessibility compliance and an information report on AODA service animal definitions.

• Site Plan Control Application: Four-classroom addition to Murray Centennial Public School (654 County Road 40)
• Presentation by Liana Di Marco regarding city accessibility and legislative compliance
• Information Report regarding AODA Service Animal Definition

Council

The Council is reviewing a heritage designation for 62 County Road 5 and allocating funds for infrastructure projects. The agenda includes decisions on roadwork south of Dundas Street West and new multi-surface courts at Tuckers Corners. Additionally, the meeting features community proclamations and resident delegations.

• $200,000 from capital reserve for 2nd Dug Hill Road revitalization
• $200,000 from parkland reserve for Tuckers Corners multi-surface courts
• Notice of intention to designate 62 County Road 5 under the Ontario Heritage Act
• Request for provincial review of municipal finance via AMO submission
• Delegations regarding patio application costs and painted crosswalks

Special Personnel Committee

The Special Personnel Committee will review minutes from the February 7, 2024 meeting. The committee will also enter a closed session to discuss a staff report regarding labour relations or employee negotiations.

• Review of February 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Closed session discussion on labour relations or employee negotiations (Staff Report 24-004CAO)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Committee reviewed several land-use applications, including rezoning for residential development at 1330 Frankford Road, 260 North Trent Street, and 74 Pines Lane. All three specific zoning amendment applications were recommended for approval by the Committee.

• Rezoning of 1330 Frankford Road from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR)
• Zoning amendment for 260 North Trent Street regarding lot requirements and environmental protection
• Removal of a holding symbol at 74 Pines Lane to allow residential reconstruction
• Approval of December 2023 Zoning By-law and Official Plan Amendment Application Tracking
• Approval of December 2023 Building Department Reports

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several consent applications for land severances and minor variances across Quinte West. These include multiple applications at 16136 Hwy 2, as well as individual requests for properties on Carter Road, Trenton-Frankford Road, Harrington Road, Roblin Road, McMaster Road, Dundas Street West, and Holland Road.

• Consent Application B1/23M: 16136 Hwy 2
• Consent Application B2/23M: 16136 Hwy 2
• Consent Application B3/23M: 16136 Hwy 2
• Consent Application B1/24M: 133 Carter Road
• Consent Application B2/24S: 869 Trenton-Frankford Road

RESCHEDULED - Personnel Committee - February 7, 2024 (from January 10, 2024)

The committee is reviewing updated health, safety, and criminal background check policies. Additionally, staff provided details on three approved positions: a Development Inspector, a Manager of Data and Asset Management, and a Special Projects Officer.

• Adoption of Health and Safety, Workplace Violence, and Workplace Harassment/Sexual Harassment policies
• Update to Criminal Background Checks for Employees policy
• Staffing update regarding Development Inspector position
• Staffing update regarding Manager of Data and Asset Management position
• Staffing update regarding Special Projects Officer (EA) position

Council

Council is reviewing the final 2024 Budget Book and reports regarding tax increases by class and ward. The agenda also includes several rezoning by-laws and a request to proclaim October 17 as 'Light It Up! For NDEAM'.

• 2024 Budget Book final version
• 2024 Tax Increases by Class/Ward report
• Rezoning of 260 North Trent Street
• Rezoning of 1330 Frankford Road
• Rezoning of 74 Pines Lane

Special Council Budget (Community Grants)

The Special Council meeting will review staff report 24-003FIN regarding applications for the 2024 Community Fund. Council is asked to approve grant applications in an amount to be determined by the attached listing.

• Review of 2024 Community Fund Grant Applications (Staff Report 24-003FIN)

Police Services Board

The Quinte West Police Services Board will meet on January 29, 2024, to review the 2023 Annual Report and discuss a request for a four-year service agreement for a second LiveScan System. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding a personal matter involving an identifiable individual.

• Approval of a four-year Recoverable Service Agreement for a second LiveScan System
• Review of the 2023 Annual Report including 2023 crime and collision statistics
• Recognition of Staff Sergeant Al O’Byrne, formerly Quinte West OPP
• Verbal update from Bill Tremblay regarding Community Policing

Council

Council is reviewing several staff reports, including updates on technology and changes to the Front Street Farmer's Market. The meeting also includes discussions on land acquisitions in closed session and various community proclamations.

• Approval of $312,224.00 (excluding HST) for Hill Road Bridge replacement using a Lessard Modular Bridge
• Approval of an annual $84,120 (plus HST) Automated Road Patrol Agreement with IRIS R&D Group Inc.
• Proposed changes to the Front Street Farmer's Market operations
• Proclamation of February 2024 as Black History / African Heritage Month
• Notice of motion to extend live-streamed council meeting recording retention from 1 to 3 years

Planning Advisory Committee

The Committee will consider three zoning by-law amendment applications for properties in Sidney and Murray Wards. The meeting also includes reviews of monthly planning and building department reports.

• Zoning amendment for 1330 Frankford Road to change from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR)
• Zoning amendment for 260 North Trent Street
• Zoning amendment for 74 Pines Lane
• Review of 2023 Year-to-Date Zoning By-law and Official Plan Amendment tracking
• Review of December 2023 Building Department Report

Council

Quinte West Council will review a recommendation report regarding a Code of Conduct complaint involving Mayor Harrison. The agenda also includes several by-laws for property rezonings and infrastructure assumptions.

• Recommendation report on a Code of Conduct Contravention Complaint
• By-law 24-006: Rezoning 137 McCauley Road from Rural Residential/Rural to RR-79 and RU56
• By-law 24-007: Rezoning 564 and 578A Old Highway 2 from Rural Residential to R3-26
• By-law 24-002: Assuming infrastructure for Phase 1 of Prince Edward Estates Subdivision
• Proclamation of 'Freedom of the City' for RCAF Trenton and Veterans (April 2024 – March 2025)

Special Council

Council is reviewing the 2024 municipal budget, including capital and operating expenditures. The proposed budget includes an average residential tax increase of 7.16%.

• 2024 Capital Budget of $26,452,000
• 2024 Capital Fleet Budget of $2,417,000
• 2024 Proposed Operating Budget of $37,306,970
• Proposed 7.16% average residential tax increase
• By-law to amend various fees and charges