Stratford public meetings in 2022
22 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
The Stratford Town Council is reviewing various departmental reports including safety services, finance, and infrastructure. The meeting also includes discussions on planning, development, and upcoming committee appointments.
- RZ002-22 Core Area Rezoning public meeting minutes
- November 2022 building permit summary
- Financial statements for November 2022
- Resolution CW015-2022 regarding 2023 Council meeting schedule
- Resolution SC004-2022 Signatory Request Policy
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole discussed various municipal updates including tree removal efforts following Hurricane Fiona and road realignment for the community campus. The Stratford Community Seniors Complex Board of Directors also met to approve their 2023 operating budget.
- Approval of the 2023 operating budget for Stratford Community Seniors Complex Ltd.
- Agreement to provide land to facilitate community campus road realignment near the Larkin property
- Discussion on the status of speed hump installations on Rosebank Road
- Update on the Federal Greener Homes Funding Program and its integration into the Switch Program
- Discussion regarding tree removal resources and provincial coordination
Safety Services
The Safety Services Committee reviewed monthly reports from the Fire Company, RCMP, and Citizens on Patrol. The committee also discussed infrastructure requests and approved changes to the Noise and Nuisance Bylaw regarding children on sidewalks.
- Approved bylaw amendment allowing children 12 and under to ride bicycles on sidewalks
- Approved installation of a streetlight at the corner of Kiln Way and Stratford Road
- Reviewed October 2022 Fire Company reports including 44 total calls
- Reviewed October 2022 RCMP occurrence reports
- Discussed streetlight request for Cardiff Lane
Finance and Technology Committee
The Finance and Technology Committee discussed a proposed 3% Tourism Accommodation Levy. The bylaw was withdrawn from the current Council agenda to wait for the development of new short-term rental regulations to ensure consistency for operators.
- Proposed 3% Tourism Accommodation Levy
- Withdrawal of Tourism Levy Bylaw #54
- Designation of area around Cenotaph as Veterans Memorial Green
- Addition of Tremploy request to 2023-2024 Budget requests
- Purchase of land for community campus for $1,500,000
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing reports on the town's response to Hurricane Fiona and discussing upcoming snow removal resolutions. The agenda includes reports on safety services, infrastructure, and financial statements.
- Resolution INC008-2022: Snow removal for sidewalks, trails, and active transportation corridors
- Resolution INC009-2022: Snow removal for town, utility, and seniors property
- October 2022 building permit and building type summaries
- Financial and utility income statements for October 2022
- Infrastructure and sustainability committee reports
Sustainability Committee
The committee is reviewing an Expression of Interest for a Natural Asset Management Roadmap and discussing the development of a Climate Action Plan. Members are also brainstorming tree planting programs and reviewing a draft Signatory Request Policy.
- Expression of Interest for MNAI Natural Asset Management Roadmap
- Climate Action Plan development with FPEIM and AIM Network
- Brainstorming for post-Hurricane Fiona tree planting programs
- Review of draft Signatory Request Policy
- Discussion of Think Stratford Radio Campaign contract
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Planning, Development and Heritage Committee is reviewing the need for a Short-term Rental (STR) By-law. The discussion includes examining the impacts of STRs on housing affordability, parking, and neighborhood character, as well as reviewing regulatory models used in Charlottetown.
- Discussion on developing a Short-term Rental By-law for Zoning and Development Bylaw #45
- Review of four regulatory options ranging from status quo to full licensing
- Report on Council's previous approval of a mixed-use development on Irving Avenue
- Report on Council's previous approval of a temporary food truck permit at 14 Kinlock Road
- Announcement of a public meeting for the Cross Roads Urban Core Area Plan on November 23, 2022
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole discussed several infrastructure and land matters, including a sidewalk replacement contract and a land request from the province. Members also reviewed proposed amendments to home occupation bylaws and updates on community campus fundraising.
- Resolution to award Keppoch Road Sidewalk Replacement to Earthform Landscape Professionals for $224,000 excluding HST
- Discussion of land transfer for PID #684019 to the province for an active transportation lane
- Proposed amendments to Home Occupation bylaws regarding permitted uses and hours of operation
- Update on Community Campus Fundraising RFP and feasibility study process
- Discussion regarding speed humps on Rosebank Road and Birch Woods Lane
Diversity and Inclusion Committee
The Diversity and Inclusion Committee is reviewing a proposal from the Heritage Committee to designate the area around the Stratford War Monument as Veterans’ Memorial Green. Members will also hold a roundtable to provide feedback on the committee's work and discuss the application process for new committee members.
- Proposal to designate the area surrounding the Stratford War Monument as Veterans’ Memorial Green
- Roundtable discussion regarding committee feedback and improvements
- Call for committee applications for the term running December 1, 2022, to November 30, 2024
Accountability and Engagement
The Accountability and Engagement Committee is reviewing several community initiatives, including a proposal to designate the Veterans’ Memorial Green. Members are also discussing the development of a new intergovernmental affairs committee and preparing for the upcoming Annual Resident Survey.
- Proposal to designate the area surrounding the Stratford War Monument as 'Veterans’ Memorial Green'
- Discussion regarding the terms of reference for a proposed Intergovernmental Affairs and Accountability Committee
- Review of the 'Think Stratford' radio campaign investment
- Development update on the KPI website
- Call for committee volunteer applications for the term beginning December 1, 2022
Infrastructure Committee
The committee is reviewing the impact of Tropical Storm Fiona on local infrastructure and project timelines. Discussions include updates on the Waterfront boardwalk, the Community Campus, and upcoming snow removal contracts.
- Waterfront boardwalk construction estimated at $1M to $1.6M
- Proposed $13M for Community Campus road, sewer, and power infrastructure
- Snow removal contract tenders for Town, Seniors, and Utility properties
- Update on Rosebank Road permanent speed hump options
- Request for investigation into water pressure at 33 Beacon Hill Drive
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several planning and development items, including zoning amendments for home occupations and a mixed-use development on Irving Avenue. The meeting also covers reports from safety services, finance, and infrastructure.
- Zoning and Development Bylaw #45-L text amendments (2nd Reading)
- Mixed-use development with height exemption on Irving Avenue
- Temporary commercial use for Haltorre Food Truck at 14 Kinlock Road
- Tourism Accommodation Levy Bylaw #54
- Urban Core Area Plan public meeting call
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Planning, Development and Heritage Committee is reviewing a major development application for Irving Avenue and a rezoning proposal for the Crossroads area. The meeting also includes updates on street name changes and zoning bylaw amendments.
- Proposed 60-unit mixed-use development on Irving Avenue requiring a 62-foot height exemption
- Proposed Crossroads Core Area rezoning with a public meeting scheduled for November 23, 2022
- Temporary commercial permit application for a Haltorre Farms food truck at 20 Irving Avenue
- Street name changes for Henry Lane to McLean Lane and new names for Chen Sun Subdivision
- First reading of Bylaw #45-L to modernize Home Occupations zoning
Heritage Sub Committee
The committee is reviewing street name proposals for the Chen Sun Subdivision and Community Campus. Members are also discussing a 2022 Museum Development Grant application and updates on an interpretive panel regarding a local aircraft crash.
- Street name approval for Chen Sun Subdivision: Oliver Way and Gertie Gate
- New private street name approval: McLean Lane to replace lower Henry Lane
- Denial of request to rename Mourning Dove Lane
- 2022 Museum Development Grant application deadline of November 4, 2022
- Unveiling of Cenotaph Area interpretive panel scheduled for November 9, 2022
Recreation, Culture and Events Committee
The Recreation, Culture and Events Committee is reviewing a proposal to name the area around the Stratford War Monument as Veterans’ Memorial Green. The meeting also covers updates on the Waterfront Park boardwalk, the Community Campus infrastructure, and upcoming fall programming.
- Proposal to designate the area surrounding the Stratford War Monument as Veterans’ Memorial Green
- Request for decision regarding a mini baseball/softball field
- Update on Waterfront Park Phase 1 boardwalk design
- Discussion of Community Campus infrastructure and fundraising feasibility study
- Review of Artist in Residence Program proposals
Finance and Technology Committee
The Finance and Technology Committee reviewed a draft bylaw for a tourism accommodation levy and discussed joining the Canoe procurement platform. Members also addressed revenue sharing updates and the affordable housing property tax rebate.
- Review of draft Tourism Accommodation Levy Bylaw
- Discussion of Canoe procurement platform and its 1% administration fee
- Review of Town and Utility Internal Income Statements as of August 31, 2022
- Discussion of Cross Roads Fire Company's $53,000 surplus
- Review of Pat and The Elephant financial statements and $10,000 funding request
Safety Services
The Safety Services committee will review monthly reports from the RCMP, Citizens on Patrol, and the Crossroads Fire Company. The meeting includes discussions on various local safety concerns, including intersection safety, coyote sightings, and a proposed bylaw amendment regarding bicycles on sidewalks.
- Review of Crossroads Fire Company 2021 Financial Statements
- Bylaw amendment to allow bicycles on sidewalks
- Safety concerns regarding Bunbury Road, Rankin Drive, and Horton Drive intersection
- Stop sign request for MacLauchlan Drive and Beacon Hill Drive
- Street light request for Southside Greens / Kiln Way and Stratford Road
Infrastructure Committee
The committee is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including sidewalk replacements and water reservoir planning. Members will also discuss the designation of the Veterans' Memorial Green and various staff reports.
- Keppoch Road sidewalk replacement contract award to Earthform Landscaping for $224,000.00 plus HST
- Kinlock Road Multi-Purpose Path design contract award to WSP Canada Inc. for $46,575.00 plus HST
- Proposal to designate the area surrounding the Stratford War Monument as Veterans' Memorial Green
- Pondside Watershed Restoration project update
- Water reservoir sizing recommendation of 500,000 gallons
Sustainability Committee
The committee will review a draft Tourism Accommodation Levy Bylaw and a proposal for a Veterans Memorial. Members will also discuss potential policies to limit requests for municipal support and receive updates on various environmental and economic programs.
- Draft Tourism Accommodation Levy Bylaw review
- Veterans Memorial greenspace naming proposal
- Switch Program funding and administration discussion
- Sustainable Procurement Project update
- Kelly's Pond and Moore's Pond watershed restoration updates
Regular Council
The Stratford Town Council will review a first reading of zoning amendments regarding home occupations and a temporary food truck request for the Cotton Centre property. The meeting also includes discussions on sidewalk replacement on Keppoch Road and watershed restoration at Moore's Pond.
- First reading of Zoning and Development Bylaw #45 Home Occupation Text Amendments
- Temporary use request for a food truck at Cotton Centre Property
- Keppoch Road sidewalk replacement resolution
- Pondside Watershed Restoration at Moore's Pond
- August 2022 building permit summary
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole reviewed several municipal matters including a land request from PEIDTI and a proposal to name the area around the Cenotaph 'Veterans’ Memorial Green'. Members also addressed land use complaints regarding a place of worship at 8 Elizabeth Crescent and reviewed bids for a community campus fundraising study.
- Approval of McLean Lane as a new street name to resolve emergency access issues
- Decision to deny the renaming of Mourning Dove Lane
- Issuance of a 30-day notice of violation to 8 Elizabeth Crescent regarding land use and traffic
- Review of $45,000 and $25,000 bids for the Community Campus Fundraising Feasibility RFP
- Discussion of PEIDTI request for land along the TCH PID 684019
Regular Council
The Stratford Town Council will review reports on finance, infrastructure, and safety services. Key discussions include proposed street name changes for Henry Lane and the Chen Sun Subdivision, as well as a transit fund application.
- Resolution to change Henry Lane name to McLean Lane
- Resolution for street name requests in the Chen Sun Subdivision
- Transit ICIP Fund Application discussion
- July building permit and utility income summaries
- Re-appointment of a CADC Board Member representative