Timmins public meetings in 2024

Council Meeting

Council will consider a funding application for the provincial Encampment Response Initiative and discuss support for new provincial legislation regarding drug use and trespassing. Additionally, administration will be directed to audit downtown lighting and cameras and report on potential security services.

• Funding application for the Encampment Response Initiative to move people from encampments to shelter
• Resolution supporting provincial legislation to increase police tools for drug use and trespassing
• Direction for an environmental design safety audit of lighting and CCTV in the downtown core
• Request for a report on the necessity of security services in the downtown core
• Update on the Downtown CIP Safety Improvement Grant, which provides up to $7,500 per property

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to hear presentations on the police service budget, transportation master plan, and community safety, and to vote on a series of by-laws and motions. Key decisions include approving the 2025 police budget, new waste and recycling collection contracts, a new vehicle-for-hire by-law, and several infrastructure and service agreements.

• 2025 police budget: net result $20,441,124, up 9.6% from 2024
• By-law 2024-9074: increase Municipal Accommodation Tax from 4% to 6%
• By-law 2024-9075: purchase 6 pickup trucks from Timmins Garage Inc. for $417,150
• By-law 2024-9070: 12-month waste collection contract with GFL Environmental Inc. for $155,829.44
• Motion: $400,000 from Municipal Accommodation Tax Fund for McIntyre Arena capital projects

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on one consent application and four minor variance applications. The consent application by 1000740552 Ontario Ltd. seeks to sever a residential lot at 2010 Riverside Drive. The minor variance applications involve properties by Suzanne Properties Inc., Andrei Marc, Jean Gauthier/Jeaco Group, and Lisa Gagnon.

• Consent application B-25-24 by 1000740552 Ontario Ltd. for 2010 Riverside Drive
• Minor variance A-43-24 by Suzanne Properties Inc.
• Minor variance A-44-24 by Andrei Marc
• Minor variance A-45-24 by Jean Gauthier/Jeaco Group
• Minor variance A-46-24 by Lisa Gagnon

Council Meeting

The City of Timmins Council is reviewing the 2025 Capital Fleet program and first drafts of the Other Funds and Taxation budgets. The meeting includes a formal motion to approve $2,505,000 for fleet equipment and a 5% increase in internal charge-out rates.

• Approval of $2,505,000 for 2025 fleet equipment purchases
• Proposed 5% increase in internal charge-out rates for the Fleet fund
• Conversion of two co-collection trucks into snowplow units
• First draft presentation of the Other Funds Budget
• Second draft presentation of the Taxation Budget

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to decide on several items, including declaring 12 city properties surplus for sale, adopting a new Community Improvement Project Area and Downtown Community Improvement Plan, and allocating $100,000 from the Municipal Accommodation Tax for detailed design of a Multi-Use Recreation Complex. They will also hear a delegation from Wellness Centre of Excellence partners responding to a previous resolution, and consider a motion not to support the Hart Hub application. The agenda includes many routine by-law readings and adoptions.

• Declare 12 city properties surplus for sale via RFP, public tender, or direct sale to abutting owners (e.g., Crawford Street, Timcor Park, Antonio Gauthier Park, Dwyer Avenue Park, Graham Lane Park, Simone Court, Randall Park, Frontenac Park, Nadine Avenue Park, Florence Street lots)
• Adopt new Community Improvement Project Area and Downtown Community Improvement Plan, repealing By-laws 2020-8456 and 2021-8588
• Allocate $100,000 from Municipal Accommodation Tax for detailed design of Multi-Use Recreation Complex
• Motion not to support Hart Hub application and proposed facility location
• Approve 2025 water and wastewater rates (option 2 from presentation)

Indigenous Advisory Committee

The City of Timmins Indigenous Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss cultural mindfulness items, including the Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan, a permanent cultural structure, a medicine garden, and Phase 2 of a mural project. The agenda also includes other matters and adjournment.

• Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan discussion
• Permanent Cultural Structure update
• Medicine Garden update
• Mural Project Phase 2 update

Proclamations

The City of Timmins is holding a proclamation ceremony for Transgender Day of Remembrance in Council Chambers. This is a ceremonial item, not a decision on policy or spending.

• Proclamation for Transgender Day of Remembrance in Council Chambers

Council Meeting

Council will consider several motions and by-laws, including a $1,528,457.49 water meter system upgrade with Neptune Technology Group, a one-year curbside waste disposal agreement with Mattagami First Nations, and a motion to discontinue funding for recycling services in the Downtown South Porcupine and BIA areas. Council will also receive updates on the Tourism and Culture Master Plan, a new aerial apparatus for the fire department, and the Multi-Use Recreation Complex.

• By-law 2024-9057: $1,528,457.49 plus HST water meter system upgrade agreement with Neptune Technology Group Canada Co.
• Motion 8a: Discontinue funding for recycling services for Downtown South Porcupine and BIA, shifting responsibility to commercial properties.
• By-law 2024-9056: One-year curbside household waste disposal agreement with Mattagami First Nations.
• Motion 8b: Support Timmins Fire Department commencing tender for a new aerial ladder apparatus.
• By-law 2024-9055: Amend Vacant Building By-Law fees (Schedule M).

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear four applications: three consent applications (property severances) and one minor variance. The agenda also includes adopting previous minutes and approving the secretary-treasurer's notification actions. The applications are from James and Liliane Kelly, Luc and Stephanie Tremblay, and Peter Heyland (two applications).

• Consent application B-22-24 by James and Liliane Kelly (agent: Stephanie Kelly-Pichette)
• Consent application B-23-24 by Luc and Stephanie Tremblay
• Consent application B-24-24 by Peter Heyland
• Minor variance application A-42-24 by Peter Heyland

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend the updated Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2023-2027 for City Council adoption, and to review a letter and resolutions to Council regarding audible signals at Airport Road and Westmount Boulevard and a sidewalk on Melrose Boulevard. They will also receive updates on accessibility improvements at the Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool and from Timmins Transit.

• Recommend City Council adopt updated Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2023-2027
• Letter and resolution to City Council re: audible signals at Airport Road and Westmount Boulevard
• Sidewalk on Melrose Boulevard between Jubilee Avenue and Jade Avenue
• Update on Ontario Building More Inclusive Communities grant for Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool
• Update from Timmins Transit

Council Meeting

Council is reviewing the first draft of the 2025 Taxation Fund budget, which proposes a 3.8% increase in net expenditure to $51.19 million. The presentation covers revenue and expense highlights, departmental summaries, capital plans, and results from the annual budget engagement survey. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a review and discussion session.

• Net expenditure increase of $1.87 million (3.8%) to $51.19 million
• New enforcement fees: $190,000 from short-term rental, taxi, and vacant building licenses
• Addition of $800,000 to Golden Manor infrastructure transfer, now $2.6 million
• Insurance costs up $172,350 (about 9%)
• New positions: enforcement officer, environmental compliance manager, probationary firefighter, and others

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation for Poppy Weeks in the Council Chambers. This is a single-item meeting scheduled for October 30, 2024.

• Proclamation for Poppy Weeks

Council Meeting

The City of Timmins Council is meeting to review the water and wastewater budget and several by-law amendments. Key discussions include discontinuing city-funded recycling for the BIA and Downtown South Porcupine and designating 85 McIntyre Road as a heritage site.

• Discontinuation of city-funded recycling services for the BIA and Downtown South Porcupine
• Notice of Intention to Designate 85 McIntyre Road under the Ontario Heritage Act
• Water and Wastewater Budget Package presentation
• Proposed $761,427.65 funding application for Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool upgrades
• Approval of street closures and safety measures for the Santa Claus Parade

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment is holding a public meeting to hear seven applications: one consent application, six minor variance applications, and two property standards appeals. The committee will also adopt previous minutes and set its 2025 meeting schedule. Decisions will be made after hearing from applicants and any public comments.

• Consent application B-22-24 by James and Liliane Kelly to sever land
• Minor variance applications A-36-24 (Julie Massicotte), A-37-24 (Marcel Cardinal), A-38-24 (United Church of Canada), A-39-24 (2427374 Ontario Inc.), A-40-24 (Steve Fortier), A-41-24 (District School Board Ontario North East - Schumacher Public School)
• Property standards appeals PS-08-24 (Matthieu Gauthier) and PS-09-24 (Laurie Boychuk)
• 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting dates proposed

Proclamations

This is a ceremonial proclamation item, not a decision-making meeting. The City of Timmins is issuing a proclamation for Ontario Public Library Week at the Timmins Public Library on October 17, 2024.

• Proclamation for Ontario Public Library Week at the Timmins Public Library

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and previous minutes, and to discuss new business including updates from various action tables (Youth, Shared Community Well-Being, Mental Health and Addictions, Homelessness, Gender Based Violence) and other matters such as the 2025-2028 Community Safety and Well-Being Plan and the 2025 meeting series. The agenda includes routine approvals and reports on ongoing initiatives.

• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2024 meeting
• Update on Youth Action Table and Timmins Youth Connect
• Discussion on 2025-2028 Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
• Update on Homelessness Action Table and Point in Time count
• Gender Based Violence action table update

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is reviewing an application to designate the McIntyre Community Building as a heritage property. The committee will also receive an update regarding the Municipal Building at 220 Algonquin Blvd and discuss the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Heritage designation application for 85 McIntyre Road (McIntyre Community Building)
• Status update on 220 Algonquin Blvd (Municipal Building)
• Discussion of the 2025 meeting schedule

Council Meeting

Timmins City Council is meeting to receive reports and presentations, including the audited financial statements, asset management plan, and a Blue Box transition update. Council will vote on a series of by-laws covering land acquisition, contracts for recycling carts, fencing, and water treatment chemicals, as well as motions to cover a 2023 deficit, transfer a police surplus, and direct staff reports on encampments, a recreation complex, and the ward system.

• Approve covering $1,605,786 deficit from Tax Stabilization reserve
• Transfer $456,823 Timmins Police operating surplus to reserve
• By-law 2024-9047: acquire land between Feldman Road and Dalton Road
• By-law 2024-9046: $172,108.00 plus HST for recycling carts from GFL Environmental
• By-law 2024-9045: $25,880.76 plus HST for water/wastewater chemicals from Reliable Industrial Supply

Proclamations - World Homeless Day

This is a ceremonial agenda item: the City of Timmins is issuing a proclamation for World Homeless Day at a 10:00 am event in Council Chambers. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this single proclamation item.

• Proclamation for World Homeless Day on October 9, 2024, at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will consider two resolutions: requesting City Council to install accessible pedestrian signals at Airport Road and Westmount Boulevard, and recommending a sidewalk on Melrose Boulevard between Jubilee and Jade Avenues. Both items are proposed for inclusion in the 2025 budget. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution requesting AODA-compliant audible signals at Airport Road and Westmount Boulevard, with 2025 budget priority
• Resolution recommending sidewalk construction on Melrose Boulevard between Jubilee Avenue and Jade Avenue, for 2025 budget
• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2024 regular meeting
• Estimated $1 million cost for intersection upgrade, $1.6 million for full lighting upgrade (from email correspondence)

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to hear a Chamber budget presentation, receive project updates, and vote on multiple by-laws including contracts for airport security, lab services, water treatment chemicals, and a boiler system. They will also consider zoning amendments for storage containers, traffic changes, and several motions including support for funding applications and reports on specific issues.

• Airport security contract with Commissionaires: $751,128.84 plus HST
• Water/wastewater chemical supply contracts with multiple vendors totaling over $2.3M plus HST
• Boiler system installation at Archie Dillon Sportsplex: $316,496 plus HST
• Proposed zoning by-law amendment to regulate storage containers
• Traffic by-law amendments for 3-way stop at Fourth Avenue and Boundary Lane, and pedestrian crossover at Mountjoy Avenue and Fifth

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment met to hear several applications regarding land severance, minor variances, and fence variances. Decisions included approving easements and land splits for residential properties and discussing commercial variance requests.

• Approved consent application B-17-24 for 920 Kraft Creek Road to grant a 10-metre easement
• Approved consent application B-20-24 for Shirley Street North to sever 3.16 hectares
• Approved consent application B-21-24 for Shirley Street North to provide a legal easement
• Deferred consent application B-19-24 for 810 Laforest Road
• Hearing of fence variance application FV-02-24 for Mike's Super Market (1962 Ltd)

Proclamations - Take Back the Night

The City of Timmins is issuing a proclamation for Take Back the Night, to be held at the Gillies Lake Conservation Area at the MRCA Building. This is a ceremonial recognition of the event, with no other business on the agenda.

• Proclamation for Take Back the Night
• Location: Gillies Lake Conservation Area, MRCA Building

Proclamations - Terry Fox Day

This is a ceremonial agenda item, not a decision-making meeting. The City of Timmins is issuing a proclamation for Terry Fox Day, to be held at the MRCA Building at Gillies Lake Conservation Area on September 11, 2024 at 1:30 pm. No other business is listed.

• Proclamation for Terry Fox Day at Gillies Lake Conservation Area (MRCA Building)

Proclamations - 09 Sep 2024 - Timmins Pride

This is a ceremonial agenda item, not a decision-making meeting. The City of Timmins is issuing a proclamation and flag raise for Fierté Timmins Pride at the Timmins Museum on September 9, 2024, at 4:00 pm. No other business is listed.

• Proclamation and flag raise for Fierté Timmins Pride
• Event at the Timmins Museum
• Scheduled for Monday, September 9, 2024, at 4:00 pm

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to decide on several by-laws, including a zoning change at 850 Tony Avenue, acceptance of a land donation on Haileybury Crescent, and a $297,094.49 contract for electrical upgrades at the Bannerman Sewage Pumping Station. They will also discuss a report on encampments and a motion on the homelessness crisis.

• Zoning by-law amendment to rezone 850 Tony Avenue from Mobile Home Park to General Commercial
• Land donation of two parcels on Haileybury Crescent
• Electrical upgrades for Bannerman Pumping Station in the amount of $297,094.49 plus HST
• Motion to direct staff to prepare a report on encampments within 30 days
• Noise exemption for Timmins Fall Fair 2024 until 2:00 am on September 7, 2024

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment is holding a public hearing on 10 property applications: 4 consent applications to sever land, 6 minor variance applications, and 1 dangerous dog appeal. The committee will also adopt minutes from the July 23, 2024 meeting and approve the secretary-treasurer's notification actions.

• Consent applications B-17-24 (Riopel), B-19-24 (Rypalowski), B-20-24 and B-21-24 (Helin) to sever land
• Minor variance applications A-27-24 (Riopel), A-31-24 (Cashabec), A-32-24 (Morrissette), A-33-24 (Helin), A-34-24 (Morgan/Georgoeff), A-35-24 (Pelletier)
• Dangerous dog appeal DD-02-24 by Serena Levert
• Adoption of July 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of secretary-treasurer's notification actions for 11 applications

Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several funding requests, including a $150,000 seed contribution for an accessible community centre from DIY Community Health, a $14,161.16 request for a Bernadette Sutherland Way celebration, a $5,422.20 request for the Northern Ontario Expo, and a Rotary Ribfest application. The committee will also review the process for releasing funds from approved applications.

• DIY Community Health requests $150,000 for accessible community centre and outreach
• Bernadette Sutherland Way celebration requests $14,161.16 for Oct 12 event at Cedar Meadows
• Northern Ontario Expo requests $5,422.20 for Sept 21-22 event at McIntyre Community Centre curling floor
• Rotary Club of Timmins applies for Rotary Ribfest support
• Committee to discuss process on release of funds for approved applications

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Heritage Designation Plaque Program and the proposed designation of 220 Algonquin Blvd (Municipal Building) to the Municipal Heritage Register. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes, with no new discussion items listed.

• Update on Heritage Designation Plaque Program
• Update on 220 Algonquin Blvd (Municipal Building) heritage designation
• Adoption of minutes from June 12, 2024 meeting

Council Meeting

Council will review the Quarter 2 update for the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan and consider several land declarations. The meeting includes decisions on multiple infrastructure contracts and funding applications for local park and facility projects.

• Funding support for Roy Nicholson Park upgrades ($368,172.00)
• Funding support for recreational facility and lighting upgrades ($1,383,340.00)
• Funding support for Mattagami Boat Launch upgrades ($1,489,832.00)
• Sale of surplus land on Laforest Road to Telesat LEO Inc.
• Sale of surplus land at 104 Father Costello Drive to CDSSAB

Proclamations - 08 Aug 2024 - Filipino Fiesta

This is a ceremonial agenda item where the City of Timmins will issue a proclamation recognizing the annual Filipino Fiesta. The proclamation is scheduled for August 8, 2024, at City Hall, and the event itself takes place at Lady Luck Restaurant. No other business is listed.

• Proclamation for annual Filipino Fiesta
• Event location: Lady Luck Restaurant, 33 Balsam Street South
• Proclamation date: August 8, 2024, at 1:30 am

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on 11 applications: 3 consent (land severance) applications, 6 minor variance applications, 1 property standards appeal, and 1 dangerous dog appeal. The committee will also adopt minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting and approve notification actions for the listed applicants.

• Consent application B-15-24 by Timmins Building Supplies Inc. (agent: Pascal Morin and Roman Romaniuk)
• Consent applications B-16-24 and B-17-24 by Jocelyne, Leonard and Geatanne Riopel (agent: Sierra and Scott Geoffroy)
• Minor variance applications A-23-24 (Rainmaker Effects Inc.), A-24-24 (Riley Galarneau), A-25-24 (Janick Godin), A-26-24 (Raymond J. Gauthier), A-27-24 (Riopel), A-30-24 (Robert Ciesla)
• Property standards appeal PS-06-24 by Garry Kirschner
• Dangerous dog appeal DD-02-24 by Serena Levert (agent: Isabelle Sirois)

Proclamations

This is a brief ceremonial agenda item. The City of Timmins is holding a flag-raising proclamation for Festa Italiana at the Porcupine Dante Club on July 17, 2024. No decisions or substantive business are on the agenda.

• Flag raise for Festa Italiana at the Porcupine Dante Club

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and previous minutes, then hear updates from its five action tables (Youth, Shared Community Well-Being, Mental Health and Addictions, Homelessness, and Intimate Partner Violence). The committee will also discuss formally renaming the Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) pillar to Gender-Based Violence (GBV), with administration to create a report for Council approval in August 2024, and review the CSWB plan under new provincial regulations (O. Reg. 414/23).

• Formal name change of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) pillar to Gender-Based Violence (GBV), with report to Council for August 2024
• Review and revision of the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan under O. Reg. 414/23
• Updates from Youth Action Table (Timmins Youth Connect)
• Updates from Shared Community Well-Being Action Table
• Updates from Mental Health and Addictions, Homelessness, and IPV/GBV Action Tables

Council Meeting

The City of Timmins Council is reviewing the 2024 Housing Action Plan and discussing physician recruitment initiatives. The meeting includes reports on economic development, outreach services, and several by-law approvals for local infrastructure and park equipment.

• Approval of the City of Timmins 2024 Housing Action Plan
• Matching contribution for Physician Start-Up Grant up to $200,000 per year for three years
• Agreement with Park N Play Design Co. Ltd. for Roy Nicholson Park playground at $148,091.36
• Agreement with CIMA+ for Water Filtration Plant pump replacement at $271,276.00
• Allocation of $180,000 for Mushkegowuk Firekeepers Patrol outreach services

Proclamations - Timmins Public Library Anniversary

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation to recognize the 100th anniversary of the Timmins Public Library. The event is scheduled to take place at the library located at 320 Second Avenue.

• Proclamation for Timmins Public Library's 100th Anniversary

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to review several land use applications, including consent and minor variance requests. The agenda also includes a property standards appeal and a notice regarding upcoming training.

• Consent application for 7799 Kamiskotia Road (B-11-24)
• Minor variance for 285 Pine Street South (A-12-24)
• Minor variance for 15 Leclair Avenue (A-13-24)
• Minor variance for 379 Maple Street South (A-14-24)
• Property standards appeal for Garry Kirschner (PS-06-24)

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several high-value contracts and by-laws, including a $6.2 million contingency increase for the Golden Manor Redevelopment. Discussions also include physician recruitment strategies and a request for provincial and federal funding for a new Wellness Centre.

• Golden Manor Redevelopment contingency increase of $6,212,583.42
• Growth Management Study agreement with Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. for $158,629.00
• Winter sand supply agreement with Miller Paving Limited for $1,582,500.00
• Primary Clarifier 2 refurbishment equipment agreement for $713,249.00
• Arena glass and support replacement at McIntyre and Archie Dillon for $398,500.00

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is reviewing an application to designate the Municipal Building at 220 Algonquin Blvd as a heritage property. The meeting also includes an overview of the Ontario Heritage Act designation process and updates on a new designation plaque program.

• Application for heritage designation of 220 Algonquin Blvd (Municipal Building)
• Overview of the Ontario Heritage Act Part IV, Section 29 designation process
• Update on the heritage designation plaque program and template

Council Meeting

The Council will consider several by-laws, including a $1.27 million contract for Mattagami River boat launch repairs and the purchase of six mid-sized SUVs. Members will also review updates on the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan and the Municipal Accommodation Tax.

• $1,270,305.00 contract for Mattagami River Boat Launch Piers and Retaining Wall Repairs
• $231,000.00 purchase of six mid-sized SUVs from Timmins Garage Inc.
• Direct land sale regarding Smith Avenue
• Transfer of winter maintenance surplus savings to the Shave and Pave Project
• Temporary stop signs at Sixth Avenue and Birch Street North for construction detours

Museum Advisory Committee

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Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation ceremony for Mining Week. The event is scheduled to take place at the Newmont Mine Lookout.

• Proclamation for Mining Week with the Canadian Mining Expo

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to decide on several items, including final approval of a $144,465 contract for ventilation work at the Archie Dillon Sportsplex pool, zoning by-law amendments for storage containers and 356 Shub Avenue, and a $10,000 scoreboard grant. They will also hear a presentation on the Recreational Master Plan and receive reports on water quality, finances, and community updates.

• By-law 2024-8985: $144,465 plus HST contract with N. Lacroix Plumbing and Heating for ventilation/exhaust at Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool
• By-law 2024-8983: zoning amendment regarding storage containers
• By-law 2024-8984: zoning amendment for 356 Shub Avenue
• Motion: $10,000 from Municipal Accommodation Tax Fund for Carlo Cattarello Arena scoreboard
• Motion: $80,000 from Municipal Accommodation Tax Fund for Downtown Timmins streetscape lights

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a minor variance request submitted by Brittany Bellavance and Jory Lachance. The application seeks to increase permitted area and height to allow for the construction of a detached residential garage.

• Minor variance application A-17-24 for 202 Legion Drive
• Request to increase permitted area from 93 to 365.76 square metres
• Request to increase permitted height from 4.1 metres to 6.2 metres
• Proposed construction of a 9.144 metre by 12.192 metre detached residential garage

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation ceremony on May 15, 2024. The meeting consists of a single item regarding a flag raising for Community Living Month.

• Flag raise for Community Living Month

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing support for a provincial transit eligibility process and a community grant for the Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool. The committee is also receiving updates on Timmins Transit On-Demand ridership and support person cards.

• Resolution to support a provincial-level eligibility application process for specialized transit
• Support for an Inclusive Community Grant application for Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool accessibility improvements
• Update on Timmins Transit On-Demand ridership and the addition of a third paratransit bus
• Update on the Support Person Card program and upcoming provider webinar
• Report on 33 Building Condition Assessment reports

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation ceremony on May 15, 2024. The single item on the agenda is the recognition of Moose Hide Campaign Day.

• Proclamation for Moose Hide Campaign Day

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation regarding Sexual Assault Prevention Month. This is the sole item on the agenda for this meeting.

• Proclamation for Sexual Assault Prevention Month

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation ceremony on May 15, 2024. This meeting is dedicated to the recognition of International Museums Day.

• Proclamation for International Museums Day

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing airport service provider reports and several land sale and lease agreements. They are also allocating CDSSAB levy funds toward road programs and discussing a potential Vacant Home Tax.

• $5,368,644.21 asphalt pavement contract with Miller Paving Limited
• $742,433.80 design and administration contract for Evans Street Bridge
• $100,000 allocated to the rural roads program from CDSSAB funds
• $259,873 allocated to the grind and pave program from CDSSAB funds
• $3,000 funding transfer to the Connaught and District Historical Society

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for land consent and minor variances. The meeting includes hearings for property severances in Robb Township and a garage variance on Martineau Avenue.

• Consent application B-10-24 for Andrew Hayter (Dunn Avenue) approved
• Consent application B-11-24 for Rick Leclair (7799 Kamiskotia Road) deferred
• Consent application B-12-24 for Marc and Jessica Letourneau (8850 Kamiskotia Road) approved
• Consent application B-13-24 for Marc and Jessica Letourneau (8850 Kamiskotia Road) approved
• Minor variance A-11-24 for Sean McKane (13 Martineau Avenue) approved

Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee is reviewing several grant applications for local organizations. The meeting also includes a financial update on the total remaining MAT funds and discussions regarding various community proposals.

• Grant application from Timmins Family Counselling Center for $10,000
• Grant application from Le Mirage recreational committee
• Review of Downtown Timmins BIA streetscape lights proposal
• Review of Carlo Cattarello Arena scoreboard and timeclock requests
• Update on MAT funds showing $784,830.35 in total remaining funds

Committee Against Gender Based Violence

The Committee Against Gender Based Violence met to discuss its terms of reference and membership. The meeting included a round table discussion with various community organizations and services.

• Approval of Terms of Reference
• Discussion of Committee Membership
• Round table with Timmins and Area Women in Crisis
• Round table with Ellevive
• Round table with Timmins Police Service

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee is reviewing updates to various action tables. Key discussions include youth agency collaboration, a community well-being survey, and progress on a Timmins Wellness Centre proposal.

• Addition of Intimate Partner Violence/Gender-Based Violence as a 5th Pillar
• Approval of a new Initiative Submission Form for community issues
• Planned community survey in early spring to determine safety priorities
• Proposal for a Timmins Wellness Centre sent to Ontario Health
• Expansion of the Leadership Committee to include one representative for the new IPV/GBV pillar

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation event on May 3, 2024. The agenda consists of a single item regarding a flag raising ceremony.

• Flag raise for Steps for Life

Council Meeting

The City of Timmins Council is meeting to enact the 2024 taxation rates and approve multiple service agreements. Key discussions include transit updates, water filtration plant upgrades, and a presentation from the Venture Centre regarding economic development.

• Enactment of 2024 tax rates
• $1,144,904.00 contract with WSP Canada Inc. for Tisdale Reservoir administration
• $551,000.00 contract with Veolia Water Technologies for water plant upgrades
• $214,350.00 purchase of a trackless sidewalk tractor for Timmins Transit
• $1,073,754.69 in Provincial Offences Act fine write-offs

Council Meeting

The Cochrane District Social Services Administration Board (CDSSAB) is presenting a relocation review report for the Living Space emergency shelter. The report includes 36 suggested solutions to address 17 issues identified through community consultations. The presentation will cover potential shelter relocation, improved operations, and alternate supportive programs.

• Presentation of the Living Space Relocation Review report
• Discussion of 36 suggested solutions for shelter operations and relocation
• Review of outcomes including immediate shelter improvement and alternate program creation

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several high-value contracts, including fire department trucks, transit vehicles, and infrastructure studies. They are also considering land sales and a request for information regarding a potential public health unit merger.

• Purchase of a $813,000.00 pumper truck and a $704,392.00 tanker truck for the Fire Department
• Approval of $317,723.00 for Sportsplex entrance upgrades via GIP Interpaving Ltd.
• Agreement for a fuel tender with Pepco Corporation estimated at $2,356,921.70 annually
• Procurement of a para-transit bus from Girardin Ontario Inc. for $153,500.00
• Reallocation of $95,595.00 in surplus funds for Mountjoy tennis and pickleball court resurfacing

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation ceremony on April 16, 2024. The agenda consists only of a scheduled flag raising to recognize Be a Donor Month.

• Flag raise for Be a Donor Month

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to review several land use applications. These include consent applications for property severances, a minor variance for a residential garage, and a property standards appeal.

• Consent application B-10-24 by Andrew Hayter
• Consent application B-11-24 by Rick Leclair
• Consent application B-12-24 and B-13-24 by Marc and Jessica Letourneau
• Minor variance application A-11-24 by Sean McKane
• Property standards appeal PS-05-24 by White Water Investments Inc.

Municipal Heritage Committee

The committee is reviewing a draft motion to adopt a standardized template for a municipal designation plaque program. Members also discussed updates to the Municipal Heritage Register and the transition of heritage data to a new digital CGIS layer.

• Draft motion to adopt a designation plaque template for Council approval
• Update on the Municipal Heritage Register transition to a digital CGIS database
• Discussion regarding the requirement to designate listed properties by January 1, 2025
• Review of the Municipal Building (City Hall) heritage designation application

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation for World Autism Day. The event is scheduled to take place at Golden Avenue Public School in South Porcupine.

• World Autism Day proclamation at Golden Avenue Public School, 117 Golden Ave, South Porcupine

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation event at City Hall. The agenda consists only of a scheduled flag raising to recognize Sikh Heritage Month.

• Flag raise for Sikh Heritage Month at City Hall

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing updates regarding Timmins Transit OnDemand and paratransit services. Staff also reported on the receipt of 33 Building Condition Assessment reports for review.

• Transit update on OnDemand/Paratransit launch and ridership stats
• Completion of transit bus wrapping
• Distribution of paratransit support person cards
• Receipt of 33 Building Condition Assessment reports
• MAAC remaining funds: $42,115.86

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold hearings for several consent applications, minor variance requests, and a property standards appeal. The meeting also includes authorization for staff to attend an upcoming professional conference in Windsor.

• Consent application: Victor, Albert and Linda Helin (B-06-24)
• Consent application: Guy and Diane Albert (B-07-24)
• Minor variance application: Sophie Viel and Samuel Larocque (A-06-24)
• Minor variance application: Codee and Courtney Cantin (A-07-24)
• Property standards appeal: Grayham Santin (PS-04-24)

Committee Against Gender Based Violence

The Committee Against Gender Based Violence met to discuss its terms of reference and housing inventory. The meeting included a round table discussion with various local organizations and services.

• Discussion of Terms of Reference
• Discussion of Housing Inventory
• Round table with Timmins and Area Women in Crisis
• Round table with Ellevive
• Round table with Timmins Police Service

Indigenous Advisory Committee

The Indigenous Advisory Committee will discuss a request for a financial donation from Moose Cree First Nation for a Residential School Survivors Gathering. The committee will also discuss the 2024 Every Child Matters campaign with Adapt Media and address current committee vacancies.

• Financial donation request from Moose Cree First Nation for a Residential School Survivors Initiative
• Discussion regarding the 2024 Every Child Matters campaign with Adapt Media
• Review of the Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan
• Discussion of committee vacancies

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing a proposal to increase security hours at the Timmins Transit Terminal due to loitering and vandalism. Other items include zoning amendments, land sales, and a proposal from the Timmins ATV Club regarding municipal street access for sanctioned trails.

• Request for $60,691.85 plus HST to increase security hours at Timmins Transit Terminal
• Proposed zoning amendments for Highway 655 and 2075 Government Road North
• Timmins ATV Club Phase 1 proposal for municipal street access
• Land sale of surplus land on Michener Boulevard (Melview Park)
• Agreement with CDW Canada for Microsoft Enterprise renewal at $195,789.96 per year

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will review updates regarding Ontario Heritage Week and the Municipal Heritage Register. The meeting includes discussions on a proposed designation plaque program and a presentation from ACO.

• Update on Ontario Heritage Week rack card and report to Council
• Update on Municipal Heritage Register requirements
• Discussion of proposed Municipal Heritage Designation Plaque
• ACO Presentation

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation in Council Chambers. The session is dedicated to recognizing Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

• Proclamation for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation on March 1, 2024. The meeting consists of a flag raising to recognize Epilepsy Awareness Month.

• Flag raise for Epilepsy Awareness Month

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation for Rare Disease Day in Council Chambers. This meeting is limited to this single proclamation.

• Proclamation for Rare Disease Day

Council Meeting

The Council will decide on the 2024 taxation rates, tax ratios, and a special levy for the Business Improvement Area. The meeting also includes several third and final readings for contracts regarding sewer cleaning, wastewater services, and municipal infrastructure.

• 2024 tax rates and subclass tax treatment by-laws
• Capital Sewer Services Inc. contract for $361,903.00 for sewer cleaning
• SAFFA Engineering Inc. contract for $167,000.00 for geotechnical investigations
• Green For Life Environmental Inc. contracts for grit removal ($177,540.00) and bulk collection ($139,200.00)
• Designed Roofing Inc. contract for $163,900.00 for City Hall roof installation

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment met to review applications for land severances, easements, and property standards appeals. Most consent applications for property divisions and access rights were approved subject to specific conditions like tax payments and survey filings.

• Approved severance for 2100 Norman Street to provide legal access to an adjacent parcel
• Approved severance for Shirley Street involving a $1,100.00 parkland requirement payment
• Approved severance for 1017 Finn Road to transfer a parcel to 1021 Finn Road
• Approved a 10-metre easement on 1017 Finn Road to allow access to the existing roadway
• Approved land severance for 1415 MacLean Drive

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive updates regarding on-demand/paratransit services and a building condition assessment. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 13, 2023, meeting.

• On-demand/Paratransit update from Marcel Cote
• Building Condition Assessment update from Lynne Grenon
• Approval of December 13, 2023, meeting minutes

Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee is reviewing several funding requests and discussing the 2024 budget. The meeting includes updates on available tax funds and discussions regarding equipment and programming grants.

• Carlo Cattarello Arena request for $61,760 for a new timeclock
• Le Centre Culturel La Ronde request for $15,000 per year for 3 years
• Discussion of Manitoulin Country Fest stage and equipment assets
• Review of 2024 MAT revenue estimate of $1,306,432.35
• Physician recruitment initiatives discussion

Municipal Heritage Committee

The committee is reviewing the Municipal Heritage Register to ensure compliance with updated Ontario Heritage Act requirements. Members are also discussing the Heritage Plaque Program and upcoming Ontario Heritage Week activities.

• Discussion of Municipal Heritage Register updates due to Bill 23
• Review of Heritage Plaque Program
• Update on Ontario Heritage Week proclamation
• Discussion of Municipal Building as a sample designation application

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation for Ontario Heritage Week in the Council Chambers. This is a formal announcement scheduled for February 14, 2024.

• Proclamation for Ontario Heritage Week

Council Meeting

Council will consider several high-value infrastructure contracts, including the replacement of the Porcupine River Bridge and rehabilitation of Connecting Link bridges. The meeting also includes decisions on property transfers to CDSSAB and a resolution regarding provincial-municipal fiscal frameworks.

• Replacement of Porcupine River Bridge on Frederick House Lake Road by Looby Builders Ltd. for $5,074,739.09
• Rehabilitation of Connecting Link Bridges by Miller Paving Ltd. for $3,647,748.00
• Supply of chlorine gas for water and wastewater treatment by Brenntag Inc. for $350,000.00
• Three-year contract with GFL Environmental Inc. for waste and cardboard bins for $289,389.60
• Transfer of five properties to CDSSAB for $1 each, involving $317,713.91 in tax write-offs

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation for Black History Month in Council Chambers. This is the sole item on the agenda for this meeting.

• Proclamation for Black History Month

Council Meeting

Council will consider several by-laws, including the purchase of a new airport snow plow and updates to transit and arena fees. They will also vote on a $115,000 consulting proposal for a multi-use community recreation complex.

• Purchase of an airport snow plow from Rush Truck Centres of Canada for $356,635.85 plus HST
• Approval of $115,000 for Phase 1 implementation planning of a Multi-Use Community Recreation Complex
• By-law to amend transit fees (Schedule L) and winter ice/arena rates (Schedule D)
• Street closure request for Full Beard Brewing Ball Hockey Tournament on Rae Street
• Closing of a laneway between Columbus Avenue, Mountjoy Street South, and Southern Avenue

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to review several consent and minor variance applications. The agenda also includes a property standards appeal and a dangerous dog appeal.

• Consent application B-01-24 by Lyne Bouffard
• Consent applications B-02-23, B-03-24, B-04-24, and B-05-24
• Minor variance applications A-01-24, A-02-24, and A-03-24
• Property standards appeal PS-01-24 by Jean Henry Sabourin
• Dangerous dog appeal DD-01-24 by Angela Bentley-Lacasse

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation event on January 24, 2024. The agenda consists solely of a flag raising for Bell Let's Talk day.

• Flag raise for Bell Let's Talk day

Municipal Heritage Committee

The committee will discuss a spotlight on the Municipal Building and plans for Ontario Heritage Week. The meeting also includes the welcome of new member Louis Clausi.

• MHR Spotlight: Municipal Building
• Ontario Heritage Week discussion
• Welcome of new member Louis Clausi

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee met to discuss progress on various action tables. The meeting covered updates on youth programming, community engagement pilots, mental health services, and homelessness outreach.

• Allocation of over $430,000 to youth support agencies
• Pilot project for overnight security from 10pm to 6am
• Safety Improvement Grant Incentive program amendments
• Safe Health Site Timmins one-year usage and overdose data
• Implementation of Suboxone in all Cochrane Paramedic Service ambulances

Council Meeting

Council is finalizing the 2024 budget, which includes a $36.7 million operating budget and a $10.3 million capital budget. The meeting also addresses transit upgrades, landfill maintenance, and various municipal by-laws.

• Approval of $47,106,974 total city net expenditure budget
• Purchase of 4 conventional buses from Nova Buses for $3,189,165.00 + HST
• Purchase of 25 fare boxes from Payment in Motion for $591,935.15 + HST
• Agreement with Paul Guiho Trucking & Construction Ltd. for $165,000 + HST for landfill cover material
• Increase of annual water rebate from $150 to $175 for qualifying residents

Committee Against Gender Based Violence

The Committee Against Gender Based Violence met to discuss intimate partner violence with Mayor Michelle Boileau. The meeting included discussions regarding the appointment of a Chair and Co-Chair and the committee's Terms of Reference.

• Discussion with Mayor Michelle Boileau regarding intimate partner violence
• Appointment of Chair and Co-Chair
• Review of Terms of Reference
• Round table with Timmins and Area Women in Crisis, Ellevive, and Timmins Police Service
• Round table with Timmins and District Hospital and Timmins Native Friendship Centre

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation event on January 8, 2024. The meeting consists of a single item regarding a flag raising to recognize Alzheimer Awareness Month.

• Flag raise for Alzheimer Awareness Month