Stratford public meetings in 2022
76 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 The bylaw was withdrawn from the current Council agenda to wait for the development of new short-term rental regulations to ensure consistency for operators.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
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Planning, Development and Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend changes to the Home Occupations section of Zoning and Development Bylaw #45, following a public meeting. They will also hear a presentation on design standards for the Waterfront Core Area and consider street names for a new subdivision. The committee will review a building permit summary and updated renders for the Irving Avenue project.
- Recommendation to repeal and replace subsection 8.29.1 of Bylaw #45 with new home occupation regulations
- Presentation by UPLAND Planning and Design on Waterfront Core Area Design Standards
- Proposed street names Gertie Gate and Oliver for the Chen Sun Subdivision off Mason Road
- Building Permit Summary for July 2022
- Updated renders for 1660477 Canada Inc. Irving Avenue Project
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a transit electrification and fleet refurbishment program, including purchasing used and new diesel buses and building a new transit facility. They will also consider naming the Cenotaph area 'Veterans' Memorial Green', renaming Henry Lane or Morning Dove Lane, and addressing traffic concerns at 8 Elizabeth Crescent. The meeting includes approval of minutes and routine business.
- Transit program: $300,000 refurbishment, $625,000 for 5 used diesel buses, $2,448,000 for 3 new diesel buses, $9,358,180 for new transit facility, $690,000 solar battery storage, $490,684 EV charging
- Naming area around Cenotaph as 'Veterans' Memorial Green'
- Street naming: Henry Lane alternative (Louis Lane vs. McLean Lane) due to emergency vehicle access issues
- Renaming of Morning Dove Lane
- Traffic concerns at 8 Elizabeth Crescent due to Gurudwara gatherings
Diversity and Inclusion Committee
The Stratford Diversity and Inclusion Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. Members will review feedback from Canada Day events, discuss a map project update, and plan volunteer recruitment for the fall application period, including how to reach residents beyond standard social media channels.
- Canada Day follow-up: feedback from attending committee members and suggestions for future consideration
- Map idea project update from Yuriy and Abraham
- Committee volunteer recruitment strategy for fall application period
- Approval of minutes from May 16, 2022 meeting
Finance and Technology Committee
The Finance and Technology Committee will review a draft tourism accommodation levy bylaw and discuss an affordable housing property tax rebate. They will also receive reports on internal income statements, donations, technology, and capital projects. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and correspondence.
- Draft Tourism Accommodation Levy Bylaw (rate and effective date to be set)
- Affordable Housing Property Tax Rebate discussion
- Canoe Procurement item
- Town and Utility Internal Income Statements as at June 30, 2022
- Donations report up to July 13, 2022
Regular Council
Stratford Town Council is meeting to decide on a proposed service station development at Jubilee Road and the Trans-Canada Highway, and to consider amendments to the Zoning and Development Bylaw regarding home occupations. The agenda also includes routine reports from departments, committees, and safety services, along with resolutions on capital items like additional hydrants and water meters.
- Resolution PH0-26-2022: Development permit for The Gray Group (Concord Properties Ltd) service station at Jubilee Rd. & TCH
- Resolution PH027-2022: Public meeting on home occupation text amendments to Zoning and Development Bylaw #45
- Resolution INC004-2022: Additional hydrants in the core area
- Resolution INC005-2022: Supplemental capital budget for water meters
- Election Bylaw #43-A amendments: second reading and adoption
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Planning, Development and Heritage Committee will consider a special permit for a commercial service station proposed by The Gray Group at the corner of the Trans-Canada Highway and Jubilee Drive, with a public meeting already held and no comments received. The committee will also review a building permit summary for June 2022 and discuss potential changes to the Home Occupations section of the zoning bylaw, including a proposed public meeting for resident input. Updates on previously approved developments, such as the Island Montessori Academy expansion and the Foxwoods Subdivision, will be provided.
- Special permit application DP084-22 for a 2,000 sq. ft. convenience store/gasoline outlet plus additional commercial space at Trans-Canada Highway and Jubilee Drive
- Building Permit Summary for June 2022
- Proposed public meeting on July 27, 2022, to discuss Home Occupations bylaw amendments
- Update on the Gray Group's Crossroads Development plan
- Heritage Sub-Committee minutes from June 22, 2022
Safety Services
The Stratford Safety Services Committee is meeting to review reports from the fire company, Citizens on Patrol, and RCMP, and to discuss new business including Canada Day issues, trail safety, a new digital radar sign, and permanent speed humps on Rosebank Road. They will also consider a letter regarding a pesticide bylaw and receive reports on the Humane Society and transit.
- Discussion of permanent speed humps on Rosebank Road with traffic data comparisons
- New digital radar sign proposal
- Safety concerns on the trail by Bunbury Rink
- Canada Day issues with cars on the trail
- Letter regarding pesticide bylaw
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including the installation of permanent speed humps on Rosebank Road, a transit update with plans to purchase new buses, a request to amend the cosmetic pesticide bylaw, and an update on the Housing Supply Challenge application. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and a closed session for human resource matters.
- Permanent speed hump installation on Rosebank Road
- Transit update: purchase of two diesel buses and six or seven electric buses
- Cosmetic Pesticide Bylaw amendment request
- Seniors College use of Stratford Emergency Services Centre (SESC)
- Housing Supply Challenge application submitted June 15, 2022, for over $1.1 million
Heritage Sub Committee
The Heritage Sub Committee is meeting to discuss heritage-related items, including selecting a new chair, approving a $1,500 museum grant for an interpretive panel, and proposing to officially designate the area around the Stratford War Monument as Veterans' Memorial Green. They will also review street naming proposals for a new roundabout, a subdivision, and several lane renamings. The agenda includes both decisions and discussion items, with some items already approved by Council.
- Museum Development Grant of $1,500 approved for interpretive panel on 1940s aircraft collision
- Proposal to designate area around Stratford War Monument as Veterans' Memorial Green
- Street names Lottie Way and Lorne Drive approved for Trans-Canada Highway roundabout
- Street name suggestions for Chen Sun Subdivision (28 lots off Mason Road)
- Renaming of Mourning Dove Lane to 'James Maxwell Lane' proposed
Infrastructure Committee
The Stratford Infrastructure Committee will meet to discuss updates and funding for several infrastructure projects, including the Bunbury Sewer Pumping Station upgrades, the Kinlock Road multi-use trail, and a bylaw to allow bicycles on sidewalks. They will also receive verbal updates on the Community Campus, Pondside Watershed Restoration, and Waterfront Park projects. The agenda includes both new business items and reports from staff and the Active Transportation Committee.
- Funding for Bunbury Sewer Pumping Station upgrades
- Funding for Kinlock Road multi-use trail
- Bylaw to allow bicycles on sidewalk
- Permanent speed humps on Rosebank Road
- Supplemental budget for water meters
Diversity and Inclusion Committee
The Diversity and Inclusion Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main items are updates and discussion on Canada Day event planning, including tent/tables options and volunteer requests, plus criteria and applications for the 2023 Canada Games torchbearer. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering approval of minutes and next meeting date.
- Canada Day update and discussion on tent/tables option
- Committee volunteers request for Canada Day
- 2023 Canada Games torchbearer criteria and application
Regular Council
The Stratford Town Council is meeting to review reports and decide on several planning applications, including a service station at Jubilee Rd. & TCH, an institutional addition for Island Montessori Academy, and residential subdivisions. They will also consider resolutions on a housing supply challenge, an election bylaw amendment, and Switch Program bylaw changes. The agenda includes routine reports from committees and staff.
- DP084-22: The Gray Group - Concord Properties Ltd. service station at corner of Jubilee Rd. & TCH
- DP111-22: Island Montessori Academy institutional addition at 41 Glen Stewart Drive
- SD019-21: Chen Sun low-density residential (R1) subdivision on Mason Road
- SD013-22: Foxwoods Subdivision revised development scheme
- Resolution CW010-22: Election Bylaw #43A amendment, first reading
Sustainability Committee
The Sustainability Committee will discuss updates on several programs, including the Switch Stratford energy efficiency program, which has exhausted its funding and will be paused. The committee will also receive updates on the Municipal Natural Assets Initiative, the Community Campus project, and other sustainability initiatives.
- Switch Stratford program paused after exhausting $14.1 million in funding from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities
- Update on Municipal Natural Assets Initiative
- Update on Community Campus project
- Update on Kelly's Pond Watershed Restoration
- Discussion of annual business survey and tourism levy
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Planning, Development and Heritage Committee is reviewing several development applications, including a proposed commercial service station on Jubilee Road, an expansion of the Island Montessori Academy, and a revised subdivision scheme for Foxwoods. The committee will also discuss updates to the Home Occupations section of the zoning bylaw. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and a building permit summary.
- Special permit use application by The Gray Group for a commercial service station (2000 sq.ft. convenience store/gas outlet, 2200 sq.ft. commercial space with drive-thru, future 3000 sq.ft. building) on 2.21 acres at Trans-Canada Highway and Jubilee Drive; public meeting scheduled for June 22, 2022
- Institutional addition application by Island Montessori Academy for a 5300 sq.ft. expansion at 41 Glen Stewart Drive to become an Early Years Centre
- Preliminary subdivision approval recommendation for Foxwoods Subdivision revision on parcel 398552, changing to 110 single dwelling lots and 47 semi-detached lots (204 units total)
- Discussion on updating Home Occupations section of Zoning and Development Bylaw #45, prompted by a golf simulator business application at 100 Rosebank Road
- Building permit summary for May 2022
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including a request for decision on 9 Victoria View Lane, an update on the Switch energy program, and proposed amendments to the Election Bylaw. They will also consider consenting to a 20-year extension of Bell's sub-lease on property owned by the Stratford Utility Corporation, and will move into closed session to discuss a community campus infrastructure agreement, a resident complaint, and a lease agreement with the Public Schools Branch.
- Request for Decision on 9 Victoria View Lane
- Switch Program update: 286 participants, $1.736M total project value
- Amendments to Bylaw Number 43 (Election Bylaw)
- Bell 20-year sub-lease extension on MECL property (consent required)
- Closed session: Community Campus Infrastructure Agreement, 36 Rosebank Road complaint, Public Schools Branch lease
Accountability and Engagement
The Accountability and Engagement Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main discussion item is the future of the committee itself, as its term ends later this year, including whether it should merge with a possible Inter-governmental Affairs Committee. Members will also receive a verbal update on the annual survey and review engagement statistics reports. The meeting is largely procedural, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda.
- Discussion on the future of the Accountability and Engagement Committee, including possible merger with an Inter-governmental Affairs Committee
- Verbal update on the annual survey
- Review of engagement stats report covering website users, mass email subscribers, and social media followers
- Approval of minutes from the October 21, 2021 meeting
Finance and Technology Committee
The Finance and Technology Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed Tourism Accommodation Levy Bylaw that would impose a 3% levy on short-term lodging, including hotels, B&Bs, and Airbnb rentals. The agenda also includes items on revenue sharing, property tax rebates, and financial reports. The meeting will review the draft bylaw and related financial updates.
- Tourism Accommodation Levy Bylaw: proposes 3% levy on accommodations, with fines up to $5,000 for non-compliance
- Revenue sharing discussion
- Property tax rebate discussion
- Town Internal Income Statement as at April 30, 2022
- Utility Internal Income Statement as at April 30, 2022
Safety Services
The Stratford Safety Services Committee is meeting to receive reports from the fire company, Citizens on Patrol, and RCMP, and to discuss several new business items including street light requests, false alarm enforcement, fire department medical call-outs, and Canada Day events. The agenda also includes approval of the March 2022 minutes and notes that the Speed Hump Policy is now active.
- Street light request on Rankin Drive
- Street lighting request for Kinlock Beach
- Discussion on false alarm enforcement
- Discussion on fire department call-outs for medical reasons
- Discussion on E-Watch surveillance cameras
Diversity and Inclusion Committee
The Diversity and Inclusion Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main item is planning for Canada Day, including a recap of past events and a discussion for the upcoming year, with a request for volunteers to lead efforts by May 23. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering approval of minutes and reports.
- Canada Day event planning discussion
- Request for leads with deadline of May 23
- Approval of minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting
Regular Council
The Stratford Town Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including amendments to the zoning bylaw to allow child care facilities, naming of new streets connected to the Trans Canada Highway roundabout, and adoption of the Community Campus Master Plan. The agenda also includes routine reports from departments and committees, with no major budget decisions on the table.
- Resolution PH018-2022: 2nd reading of zoning text amendments for child care facilities
- Resolution PH019-2022: Adoption of zoning text amendments for child care facilities
- Resolution PH020-2022: New street names for Trans Canada Highway roundabout connecting roads
- Resolution CC001-2022: Adoption of the Community Campus Master Plan
- Resolution SS002-2022: Speed Hump Policy approval
Sustainability Committee
The Stratford Sustainability Committee will meet to receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the Municipal Natural Assets Initiative, the Switch home energy retrofit program, Bunbury Forest, the Community Campus, and the Sustainable Procurement Project. They will also discuss new business such as business community strategic planning, climate change funding opportunities, and the Feed the Bees program.
- Switch program: approximately 70 applications being processed; funding likely to be depleted in second intake
- Community Campus: kick-off meeting held April 25, 2022 with consultant for new road, solar field, stormwater, sewer/water, and active transportation
- Municipal Natural Assets Initiative: update and introduction of new Forest Inventory Assistant
- Business Community Strategic Planning: consultant engaged to develop work plan
- Climate change/resiliency and net zero funding opportunities
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Planning, Development and Heritage Committee will review a revised 27-lot subdivision application on Mason Road, recommend approval of a home occupation for a golf simulator business at 100 Rosebank Road, and discuss potential amendments to the home occupation bylaw. The agenda also includes updates on recent council decisions and a housing supply challenge meeting.
- 27-lot subdivision on Mason Road (parcel 190066) with 0.38ha parkland dedication
- Home occupation (golf simulator) at 100 Rosebank Road - deferred for neighbor notification
- Bylaw #45-K first reading to update child care facility text and clarify R2 lot coverage
- Building permit summary for April 2022
- Housing Supply Challenge update meeting scheduled for May 9
Recreation, Culture and Events Committee
The Recreation, Culture and Events Committee will consider a request for decision on Stratford Baseball, discuss the full re-opening of the Gym and Fitness Centre, and review the department's capital budget. The agenda also includes updates on recreation and arts programs, the Youth Centre, and old business items such as the Community Campus and Waterfront Park Boardwalk.
- Request for Decision - Stratford Baseball
- Gym and Fitness Centre Full Re-Opening
- Recreation, Culture & Events Capital Budget (includes $1,910,000 for Waterfront Park/Boardwalk and $13,988,900 for Community Campus Phase 1)
- Community Campus site servicing and RFP for community fundraising campaign
- Waterfront Park Boardwalk update
Committee of the Whole
The Stratford Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including a presentation on the progress of the town's engagement strategy review, updates on the Community Campus and Bunbury Forest, and a request for decision regarding a lighting issue at 9 Victoria View Lane. New business includes a discussion on the Curling Club funding denial, Canada Day celebrations, a committee member appointment, the Switch program lien requirement, and a speed hump policy. The committee will also consider the format for future meetings, with most committees preferring virtual meetings until September.
- Presentation by Brian Howatt of Results Marketing on engagement strategy review progress
- Discussion on Curling Club funding denial and next steps
- Appointment of Natalie Munn to the Heritage Sub-Committee
- Switch program lien requirement discussion
- Speed Hump Policy reviewed and approved by committees, resolution to be put forward in May
Heritage Sub Committee
The Heritage Sub Committee is meeting to discuss naming and designating the green space around the Stratford War Monument as Veterans' Memorial Green, adding interpretive panels, and suggesting names for new roads in a subdivision and roundabout. They will also select a new committee chair and member. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and business arising from previous meetings.
- Proposal to designate area around Stratford War Monument as Veterans' Memorial Green
- Museum Development Grant of $1,500 for interpretive panel on 1940s plane crash
- Street name suggestions for roundabout connecting Trans-Canada Highway to Mackinnon Drive: Lottie Way and Lorne Drive
- Street name suggestions for 27-lot Chen Sun subdivision off Mason Road
- Selection of new committee chair and additional member
Infrastructure Committee
The Stratford Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including verbal updates on the Community Campus project, Pondside Watershed Restoration, and a possible lookout deck on the Keppoch Road trail. They will also consider a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a new water reservoir. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being updates or discussions rather than final decisions.
- Water Reservoir RFP - verbal update on a proposed 500,000-gallon reservoir
- Lookout deck on Keppoch Road trail - verbal discussion
- Community Campus Update - verbal
- Pondside Watershed Restoration update - verbal
- In-person meetings - verbal discussion
Regular Council
The Stratford Town Council is holding its regular monthly meeting to review reports and consider several planning and infrastructure resolutions. Key items include a home occupation application for a golf simulator, a subdivision approval revision, first reading of zoning bylaw text amendments, and resolutions for community campus site servicing and sewer lift station upgrades. The agenda also includes routine reports from departments and committees.
- Resolution PH014-2022: Home occupation for Bunker Golf Simulator at 100 Rosebank Road
- Resolution PH016-2022: Subdivision approval revision for Macdonald's Quality Housing Ltd., Phase 4 Clearview Subdivision
- Resolution PH017-2022: First reading of Zoning and Development Bylaw #45 text amendments (child care facilities)
- Resolution INC001-2022: Engineering for Community Campus site servicing
- Resolution INC002-2022: Construction of sewer lift station upgrades
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Planning, Development and Heritage Committee is deciding on several development applications and zoning bylaw amendments. Key items include preliminary approval for a 27-lot subdivision on Mason Road, a revised plan for Phase 4 of Clearview Subdivision, and a home occupation application for a golf simulator business. The committee will also consider amendments to Bylaw #45 regarding childcare, lot coverage, and home occupations.
- Preliminary approval for Chen Sun's 27-lot subdivision on Mason Road (parcel 190066, 8.74 acres)
- Revision of Phase 4 Clearview Subdivision (79 lots) with reoriented lots and increased parkland
- Home occupation application for golf simulator business at 100 Rosebank Road
- Bylaw #45 amendments: childcare capacity increase to 80, lot coverage for duplexes set at 40%, home-based childcare up to 8 children
- Street name suggestions for new Trans-Canada Highway roundabout (Desbrisay, Orlebar, Lorne and Lottie Drive, Country Club Drive)
Special Council
The Stratford Town Council is holding a special meeting to vote on several financial resolutions for the 2022/23 fiscal year, including the operating budget, capital budget, utility operating and capital budgets, and the 2022 utility tariff. These items were recommended by the Finance and Technology Committee on March 15, 2022. The meeting is primarily procedural, with no public hearings or other discussion items listed.
- Adoption of 2022/23 Operating Budget with $8,505,800 revenue and $8,499,000 expenses, setting property tax rates (e.g., $0.45 per $100 for non-commercial)
- Adoption of 2022/23 Capital Budget of $19,964,800, with net town expenditure of $4,906,200 after funding
- Adoption of 2022/23 Utility Operating Budget with $3,257,400 revenue and $3,256,500 expenses
- Adoption of 2022/23 Utility Capital Budget of $2,977,100, net $1,283,700 after Investing in Canada funding
- Approval of 2022 Utility Tariff, keeping single-family water at $82.05/quarter and sewer at $122.86/quarter
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and decide on its meeting format after April 7, 2022, when provincial COVID-19 restrictions are expected to ease. The agenda also includes a request for decision on 9 Victoria View Lane, updates on the Community Campus and Bunbury Forest (both in-camera), and information on the 2022 municipal elections and the Switch program.
- Committee meeting format after April 7, 2022
- Request for Decision - 9 Victoria View Lane
- 2022 Municipal Elections - advanced polls and election day dates
- Switch Program Update - homeowner info session
- Queens County Condominium Corporation #59 land-sharing proposal on Shakespeare Drive
Safety Services
The Stratford Safety Services Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting to review reports from the Crossroads Fire Company, Citizens on Patrol, and the RCMP, and to discuss several traffic and safety items. The agenda includes updates on a bike accident, a draft speed hump policy with resident feedback, streetlight requests for Kelly Heights and Kennedy Road, and a stop sign request at Hollis and Myrtle. The meeting also covers fire company administrative matters, including a new deputy fire chief and a proposed office administrator position.
- New Deputy Fire Chief David Walsh introduced
- Draft Speed Hump Policy 2022 with residential feedback
- Streetlight requests for Kelly Heights and Kennedy Road
- Stop sign request at Hollis and Myrtle
- Fire Company Office Administrator job description ($22/hr, 22.5 hrs/week)
Infrastructure Committee
The Infrastructure Committee will review a draft Speed Hump Installation Policy that sets criteria for where speed humps can be installed on residential streets, excluding collector roads and main arteries. They will also receive verbal updates on the wastewater treatment plant, Community Campus, Pondside Watershed Restoration, and new custodian positions. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and staff reports.
- Draft Speed Hump Policy: sets criteria for installation, excluding streets like Bunbury Road, Keppoch Road, and the Trans Canada Highway
- WWTP decommissioning update: grading ongoing, hydroseeding planned for spring
- Community Campus: RFP for site servicing issued, awaiting funding approval
- Pondside Watershed Restoration: RFP extended to March 11, work may not complete this year
- Cleaning contract: Council decided to use own staff, hiring by April 1
Finance and Technology Committee
The Finance and Technology Committee is meeting to review the draft 2022/23 operating and capital budgets for the Town and Utility, including a proposed $5,504,858 net capital plan. The committee will also consider income statements, donation summaries, a technology update, and a capital projects update. The agenda includes approval of minutes from January and February meetings, which contain prior decisions on donations and financing.
- Draft 2022/23 capital budget with net costs of $5,504,858
- Fire company requesting 10% rate increase, potentially causing deficit
- RCMP retroactive pay estimated at $160,000
- Donation increase to Pat and the Elephant to $10,000 annually
- RFP for $1.5 million long-term loan for community campus land
Regular Council
The Stratford Town Council is holding its regular monthly meeting to discuss and decide on routine municipal business, including reports from the mayor, CAO, and various committees. A key item is a public meeting and resolution on proposed text amendments to the Zoning and Development Bylaw #45 to allow child care facilities. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being reports and minutes for approval.
- Public meeting and resolution PH013-2022 for general text amendments to Zoning and Development Bylaw #45 regarding child care facilities
- February building permit summary and building type summary
- Mayor's report and CAO memo for February 2022
- RCMP report, street light report, and fire company calls for 2022
- Proclamation for Kidney Month
Recreation, Culture and Events Committee
The Recreation, Culture and Events Committee will review Parks Master Plans, the draft 2022-2023 operation and capital budget, new COVID operating guidelines, and Bunbury Forest. They will also receive updates on the Waterfront Park and Community Campus projects, plus program notes on arts, events, youth centre, and programs. The agenda includes approval of minutes from January 27, 2022, which are included in the document.
- Review of Parks Master Plans
- 2022-2023 Recreation, Culture & Events Draft Operation and Capital Budget
- New COVID operating guidelines
- Bunbury Forest discussion
- Waterfront Park update: filling lagoons, tender for Phase 1 boardwalk engineering
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a meeting with provincial representatives about increasing the annual transit subsidy, expanding transit, and electrifying the system. Council will also consider a request from the Stratford and Area Lions Club for municipal assistance, review a planning item, and receive updates on the Bunbury Forest purchase and a police study. Several items will be discussed in-camera.
- Discussion of transit subsidy increase, expansion, and electrification with provincial representatives
- Request from Stratford and Area Lions Club for municipal assistance after purchasing a dough mixer for $6,681
- Planning item with attachments, including a proposed subdivision of property on Bunbury Road
- Update on potential purchase of Bunbury Forest property
- In-camera review of police study mid-point evaluation final report
Sustainability Committee
The Stratford Sustainability Committee will review updates on the Municipal Natural Assets Initiative, the PACE/Switch home energy program, and the proposed Bunbury Forest land purchase. They will also discuss issuing an RFP for consulting services for the Community Campus development, with a focus on environmental sustainability and Net Zero goals. The agenda includes follow-ups from the February 2, 2022 meeting, including a planned in-person homeowner information session for March 24, 2022.
- Bunbury Forest land protection: appraisal received, further discussion with landowners planned
- Community Campus: RFP for consulting services to be issued, seeking environmental sustainability expertise
- PACE/Switch program: in-person homeowner session scheduled for March 24, 2022 at Stratford Emergency Services
- Municipal Natural Assets Initiative: follow-up on how risks to natural assets were ranked
- Kelly's Pond watershed restoration update
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Stratford Planning, Development and Heritage Committee is reviewing a proposed 28-lot residential subdivision off Mason Road and considering text amendments to the zoning bylaw to align child-care definitions with provincial regulations. The committee will also receive updates on recently approved council resolutions, including a rezoning and height exemption for two apartment buildings on Irving Avenue. A public meeting is recommended for March 23, 2022, to gather input on the bylaw changes.
- Preliminary approval recommended for Chen Sun's 28-lot subdivision on Mason Road (parcel 190066, ~8.74 acres), including 22 single-family and 6 semi-detached lots
- Discussion of revised Phase 4 Clearview subdivision plan by MacDonald's Quality Housing Ltd., adding one lot and deleting a street connection
- Proposed bylaw text amendments to allow up to 80 children in child-care centres and up to 8 in home-based facilities, aligning with provincial law
- Update on council-approved height exemption (62 ft) for two 60-unit, 5-storey apartment buildings on Irving Avenue
- Building permit summary for February 2022 to be presented
Heritage Sub Committee
The Stratford Heritage Sub Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including selecting a new chair after Jane Farquharson stepped down, and discussing a proposal to officially designate the area around the Stratford War Monument as Veterans' Memorial Green. The committee will also review 2022-23 budget requests for interpretive panels and receive updates on the Honour Roll project and a $1,500 museum grant for a panel about a 1940s aircraft collision.
- Selecting a new committee chair after Jane Farquharson resigned
- Proposal to name the green space around the Stratford War Monument 'Veterans' Memorial Green'
- Approved $1,500 Museum Development Grant for an interpretive panel on the 1940s plane crash that killed 6 airmen and 1 civilian
- 2022-23 budget planning for interpretive panels at $3,000 each, including one on First Nations Women in WW2
- Roundabout naming suggestions for new roads connecting Trans-Canada Highway to Mackinnon Drive
Infrastructure Committee
The Stratford Infrastructure Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting, where members will receive verbal updates on several ongoing projects, including the new roundabout on the Trans-Canada Highway, the wastewater treatment plant decommissioning, the Community Campus, and the Pondside Watershed Restoration. The committee will also review the minutes from the January 17, 2022 meeting and a staff report on infrastructure activities.
- New Roundabout on TCH update (verbal)
- Fire Underwriters Survey update (verbal)
- Clearview Subdivision Phase 4 update (verbal)
- WWTP update (verbal)
- Community Campus update (verbal)
Community Campus Implementation Committee
The Community Campus Implementation Committee is reviewing the draft final Community Campus Plan, which outlines a 170-acre site with schools, recreation facilities, trails, and infrastructure. The committee will also discuss road alignment at Bunbury Road and Duffy Road, a community fundraising campaign update, a school design committee update, and site infrastructure funding. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and other business.
- Community Campus Plan DRAFT FINAL REPORT (pages 5-128)
- Road Alignment at Bunbury Road and Duffy Road
- Community Fundraising Campaign Update
- School Design Committee Update
- Site Infrastructure Funding Update
Safety Services
The Stratford Safety Services Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting to receive reports from the fire company, RCMP, Citizens on Patrol, Humane Society, and transit, and to consider new business including a stop sign request at Hollis and Myrtle and streetlights at Kelly Heights. The agenda is largely routine, with reports and minutes, but includes these two specific new items for discussion.
- Stop sign request at Hollis and Myrtle
- Streetlights at Kelly Heights
- Fire company report: 21 calls in January 2022, including a furnace fire and structure fire
- RCMP report: 156 total occurrences in January 2022, up from 124 in January 2021
- Transit ridership: 69 average passengers per day in January 2022
Special Council
Stratford's Special Council meeting on February 10, 2022, will consider second reading and adoption of rezoning and text amendments for a mixed-use development on Irving Avenue. The proposal by 10660477 Canada Inc. would rezone about 4.55 acres from Mason Road Commercial to Mason Road Mixed Use, allowing two 60-unit, 5-storey apartment buildings and one 10-unit, 2-storey building with commercial space, plus a height exemption. The council will also vote on text amendments to the zoning bylaw, including cannabis retail regulations. Public input was limited due to COVID-19, with support expressed via livestream comments and written letters.
- Rezoning of PID 739003 and 790246 (Irving Avenue) from MRC to MRMU, 2nd reading (PH008-2022)
- Adoption of rezoning request RZ007-21 for Irving Avenue (PH010-2022)
- Text amendments to Zoning and Development Bylaw #45 re: cannabis retail, 2nd reading (PH009-2022) and adoption (PH011-2022)
- Height exemption for two 60-unit, 5-storey apartment buildings (PH012-2022)
- Development includes 20,000 SF commercial ground floor in two buildings and 8,000 SF in a third
Regular Council
The Stratford Town Council is holding its regular monthly meeting to decide on several items, including a rezoning request for Irving Avenue, text amendments to the zoning bylaw for cannabis retail, and long-term financing for the Community Campus land purchase. The agenda also includes routine reports from the mayor, CAO, safety services, and other committees, along with resolutions on a Canada Winter Games partnership and a revenue sharing agreement.
- Resolution PH004-2022: OPA001-22 - 10660477 Canada Inc Irving Ave OP Redesignation Ministerial request
- Resolution PH005-2022: RZ007-21 - Irving Ave Rezoning Request – MRC to MRMU - 1st Reading
- Resolution PH006-2022: Zoning and Development Bylaw #45 – Cannabis Retail and other Text Amendments - 1st Reading
- Resolution FT002-2022: Stratford Community Campus Land Purchase Long Term Financing
- Resolution RC002-2022: Canada Winter Games Municipal Partnership Agreement
Sustainability Committee
The Stratford Sustainability Committee is meeting to review the final Municipal Natural Assets Initiative report, get updates on electric vehicle charging stations and the Switch energy program, and discuss new business including a resident survey, Bunbury forest land protection, a new TCH roundabout, and sustainable procurement. The agenda includes several updates and reports, with no major decisions listed for this meeting.
- Final Municipal Natural Assets Initiative report identifies natural assets for future management plans
- Electric vehicle charging stations update; previous meeting set $2.50/hour charging fee
- Switch Program: 211 residents engaged, 21 projects completed, 31 in progress as of Jan 20, 2022
- Province funding for Bunbury forest land purchase; appraisal underway
- Province planning new roundabout on Trans Canada Highway connecting MacKinnon Drive to Shakespeare Drive
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Stratford Planning, Development and Heritage Committee is meeting to decide on several planning matters, including rezoning and height exemptions for a mixed-use development on Irving Avenue, text amendments to allow cannabis retail, and preliminary approval for a 28-lot subdivision on Mason Road. The committee will also receive a building permit summary and discuss a proposed rezoning for a bare land condominium.
- Rezoning of PID 739003 and 790246 (4.55 acres) from MRC to MRMU and height exemption from 35 ft to 62 ft (77% increase) for 10660477 Canada Inc.
- Text amendments to Zoning and Development Bylaw #45 to allow cannabis retail and update definitions and signage rules.
- Preliminary subdivision approval for Chen Sun: 28 lots (22 single, 6 semi-detached) on 8.74 acres off Mason Road, with 0.92 acres parkland dedication.
- Discussion of rezoning PIDs 677344, 677336, 190082, 677328, 912410 from R1 to PURD for a 10-unit bare land condominium off Swallow Drive.
- Building permit summary for January 2022.
Diversity and Inclusion Committee
The Stratford Diversity and Inclusion Committee is meeting to discuss updates on community initiatives and plan new business. They will brainstorm recognition for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, discuss an Anti-Racism Table, and work on creating a list of cultural holidays for the Town to recognize on social media. The agenda also includes updates on the Community Spotlight, a map idea, Winter Fest, and the Menorah.
- Brainstorming for March 21st International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, including a community soup takeaway idea
- Discussion of an Anti-Racism Table
- Creating a list of cultural holidays for Town social media recognition
- Updates on Community Spotlight, map idea, Winter Fest, and Menorah
- Diversity and Inclusion Plan communication with strategic partners
Recreation, Culture and Events Committee
The Stratford Recreation, Culture and Events Committee is meeting to decide on a proposed women's basketball program, review the Town of Stratford Artist Bursary, and discuss the 2022-2023 recreation budget. The agenda also includes updates on facility cleaning, winter events, and ongoing projects like the Waterfront Park and Community Campus.
- Request for Decision on a women's basketball program, with staff noting past low interest and only Saturday 4:15-5:45pm availability
- Town of Stratford Artist Bursary of $1,000 for resident artists/artisans for education or skill development
- 2022-2023 Recreation, Culture & Events Budget discussion
- Facility cleaning item on the agenda
- Updates on WinterFest, Waterfront Park, and Community Campus
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review a revised Kid Hub proposal for using the gym stage, receive updates on the Canada Games agreement and the Switch Stratford energy retrofit program, and hold in-camera sessions on Canada Games, budget priorities, a provincial presentation, and Bunbury Forest. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a January 6 special meeting where the Kid Hub request was denied and the Canada Games offer was accepted.
- Kid Hub revised proposal for gym stage use at $600/month (previous request denied)
- Canada Games funding offer of $25 per resident (~$240,000) accepted with conditions
- Switch Stratford program interim report: 13 projects completed worth $255,537, 211 homes signed up
- Island Gymnastics Academy lease agreement finalized and signed
- COVID-19 update on air purification systems for Town office and facilities
Finance and Technology Committee
The Stratford Finance and Technology Committee will meet to discuss budget priorities for 2022/23, including RCMP salary increases, funding requests from Pat and the Elephant and Meals on Wheels, and a potential RBC loan for campus land. They will also review financial statements and capital project updates. The meeting includes several verbal reports and recommendations from committee members.
- RCMP retroactive pay and $53,503 additional salary costs for 2022/23
- Pat and the Elephant requests $10,000 annual subsidy (up from $5,000)
- Meals on Wheels requests $2,500 for 2022/23 (up from $1,500)
- RBC loan for long-term financing of Campus Land
- Review of Town and Utility income statements as at December 31, 2021
Safety Services
The Stratford Safety Services Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting to receive reports from the fire company, RCMP, Citizens on Patrol, Humane Society, and transit, and to consider new business including a crosswalk request and multiple streetlight requests. The agenda also includes approval of the November 2021 minutes and updates on the EMO Plan and the Stratford/Keppoch Road intersection.
- Crosswalk request from Isleview to new multi-purpose path
- Multiple streetlight requests with maps, including Bellevue Road
- RCMP report for December 2021 with crime statistics
- Transit report and update on mini buses
- EMO Plan update with approval letter
Infrastructure Committee
The Stratford Infrastructure Committee is meeting to receive updates on several infrastructure projects, including the Community Campus, wastewater treatment plant, and electric vehicle charging stations. They will also discuss ICIP funding approvals and receive reports from staff and the Active Transportation Committee. The agenda includes both verbal updates and a presentation on the Community Campus draft plan.
- Community Campus draft plan presentation and update
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations update, including rate setting and waterfront station options ($2,000 panel or $3,500 replacement)
- WWTP update
- Dry Storage Building update
- ICIP Funding Approvals discussion
Regular Council
Stratford Town Council is meeting to decide on several resolutions, including zoning amendments for cannabis retail, a redesignation and rezoning for the Irving Ave property, and the appointment of a new Chief Administrative Officer. The agenda also includes routine reports from departments and committees, plus appointments to boards and committees.
- Resolution PH001-2022: Zoning and Development Bylaw #45 amendments for cannabis retail and other text changes
- Resolution PH002-2022: Redesignation of 1660477 Canada Inc. property on Irving Ave from C-Serv to C-Mixed Use
- Resolution PH003-2022: Rezoning of Irving Ave property from MRC to MRMU
- Resolution HR001-2022: Appointment of the Chief Administrative Officer
- Resolution FT015-2022: Meals on Wheels donation
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND HERITAGE
The Planning, Development and Heritage Committee will review a subdivision application for 28 lots on Mason Road, discuss zoning bylaw text amendments to allow cannabis retail, and consider a rezoning and height exemption for properties on Irving Avenue. The committee will also receive the December building permit summary and heritage sub-committee minutes. Public meetings are recommended for January 26, 2022, to gather input on the bylaw amendments and the Irving Avenue rezoning.
- SD019-21: Chen Sun proposes 28-lot low-density residential subdivision off Mason Road, with 22 single-dwelling and 6 semi-detached lots, and 0.41ha parkland dedication
- Zoning bylaw text amendments to allow Cannabis Retail and update definitions (e.g., Retail Store, Fence, temporary signs)
- RZ007-21: 11660477 Canada Inc. requests rezoning of Irving Avenue parcels (approx. 5.03 acres) from Mason Road Commercial to Mason Road Mixed-Use, plus height exemption from 35 ft to 62 ft
- Building Permit Summary for December 2021 to be reviewed
- Heritage Sub-Committee minutes to be received