Niagara Falls public meetings in 2021
14 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council meets to hear presentations and make decisions on the Employment Lands Strategy, several 2022 budgets (Downtown BIA, library, water/wastewater), and a proposed consolidated Niagara Region transit commission. The agenda includes public meetings on two zoning amendments, including a hotel-to-apartment conversion on Lundy's Lane, and a raft of routine reports and by-laws. The meeting is largely substantive, with multiple budget and planning items for decision.
- Employment Lands Strategy Phase 3 report and interim control by-law for Grassy Brook area
- Public meeting: 7280 Lundy's Lane hotel/motel conversion to 122-unit apartment building
- Public meeting: Chippawa East draft plan of subdivision (Willick Road) with petitions against intensification
- 2022 water/wastewater budget and Downtown BIA budget and levy presentations
- Resolution to consent to Niagara Region by-law creating a consolidated transit commission
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to consider the 2022 capital and parking budgets, hear presentations on the 2022 Canada Summer Games and cannabis facilities study, and vote on several zoning by-law amendments and other routine items. The agenda includes both decisions and discussion items, with some reports updated or added.
- 2022 Capital Budget (F-2021-56) and 2022 Parking Budget presentations
- Canada Summer Games 13 for 13 Cultural Event Budget Request (R&C-2021-18)
- Zoning by-law amendment for 6-storey, 35-unit building at Old McLeod Road (PBD-2021-66)
- Zoning by-law amendment for 30-storey mixed-use development at Stanley Avenue and Dunn Street (PBD-2021-67)
- By-laws to amend parking and traffic regulations on Carlton Avenue, McMicking Street, and Ridge Road
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several key items, including the 2022 budget, a 1-5 year transportation capital outlook from the Niagara Region, a ten-year Recreation, Culture and Parks plan, and a climate adaptation plan. The agenda also includes numerous consent items such as fee waivers, speed control reviews, and zoning by-law amendments. The meeting begins with an in-camera session for personal and litigation matters.
- 2022 Budget initial discussion (verbal presentation by CAO)
- Niagara Region 1-5 Year Transportation Capital Budget Outlook presentation
- Recreation, Culture & Parks ten-year plan (R&C-2021-17)
- Winter Sidewalk Maintenance Considerations (MW-2021-72)
- By-law 2021-110 to authorize payment of $35,582,448.55 for General Purposes
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to consider a planning application for a 5-storey, 39-unit apartment building at 2788-2798 St. Paul Avenue, along with several reports and by-laws. The agenda includes a vaccine policy update, the 2022 council schedule, property tax penalty rates, a road closure for the Downtown BIA Winter Market, and a discussion on intensification targets. Council will also vote on numerous consent agenda items, including fee schedules, surplus land sale, and various park and road improvements.
- PBD-2021-55: Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 2788-2798 St. Paul Avenue (5-storey, 39-unit apartment)
- CAO-2021-07: Vaccine Policy Update
- F-2021-52: Property Tax Penalty and Interest Rate
- MW-2021-68: Road Closure Request for Downtown BIA Winter Market
- L-2021-21: Declare Surplus Lands and Sale of 5925 Summer Street (Coronation Centre) and parking lot
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council will hold public meetings on four zoning by-law amendments, including a proposed 30-storey mixed-use development on Stanley Avenue and Dunn Street, two apartment buildings on McLeod Road, a 9-storey mixed-use building on Ferry Street, and a conversion on Main Street in Chippawa. Council will also consider reports on a COVID-19 vaccination policy, declaring surplus lands for sale, and renewing a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas.
- Public meeting: 30-storey mixed-use development (two apartment buildings and a hotel) at 6663, 6671, 6683 Stanley Avenue and 5640, 5582 Dunn Street
- Public meeting: two apartment buildings with 39 dwelling units at 6035 and 6045 McLeod Road
- Public meeting: 9-storey mixed-use building with 96 residential units and 461 m² commercial at 5756 Ferry Street
- Report: COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (CAO-2021-06)
- Report: Declare surplus lands and sale of 8196 Cummington Square West (Chippawa Town Hall)
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to decide on several planning applications, including a draft plan of subdivision on Garner Road and a zoning amendment to convert a Slater Avenue home into a triplex, along with reports on property tax penalties, debt funding for capital projects, and a recommended parking fine increase effective January 1, 2022. The agenda also includes numerous consent items, by-laws, proclamations, and a request to waive arena rental fees for a firefighter association event.
- Garner Road Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment (PBD-2021-41) - east side of Garner Road, south of Lundy's Lane
- Zoning By-law Amendment for triplex conversion at 5563 Slater Avenue (PBD-2021-42)
- Recommended parking fine increase effective January 1, 2022 (MW-2021-48)
- Debt funding of capital projects, including Fire Station 7 and Municipal Service Centre Renovation (F-2021-44)
- By-law to authorize payment of $29,323,916.34 for General Purposes (2021-75)
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to decide on planning matters including an employment lands strategy and zoning amendments, a request for a downtown revitalization grant, and a report on surplus Dunn Street lands for potential housing. The agenda also includes fee waivers, a capital budget preapproval, and several routine items such as by-laws and reports. A closed session is scheduled to discuss insurance renewal and land conveyance.
- Employment Lands Strategy: proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments (PBD-2021-36)
- Zoning By-law amendment for Forestview, west of Garner Road, south of McLeod Road (PBD-2021-031)
- Downtown CIP Revitalization Grant request for 4635 Queen Street (PBD-2021-029)
- Surplus Dunn Street Extension lands: opportunities and constraints for housing development (PBD-2021-037)
- Fee waiver applications for events including Fill the Bus, Good News Breakfast, and Cruising on the Q
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to receive a housing needs and supply study, consider several zoning by-law amendments and a draft condominium plan, and vote on reports including a low-income seniors' water and property tax rebate, insurance renewal, and a code of conduct. The agenda also includes numerous routine items such as BIA budgets, proclamations, and a request to declare events municipally significant for special occasion permits.
- Housing Needs and Supply Report presentation by Dillon Consulting
- Zoning amendment for two apartment buildings (39 units) at 6025-6045 McLeod Road
- Zoning amendment for agricultural use at 8165 Schisler Road
- Draft plan of vacant condominium at Forestview Estates, Block 115
- By-law to authorize payment of $65,587,028.17 for General Purposes
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to consider planning matters, including a land-use review of cannabis growing facilities and an application for a hybrid inn and vacation rental at 5359 River Road and nearby properties. Council will also hear reports on tax receivables, overnight parking permits, a gateway feature policy, parking on Park Street, a brownfield grant, and a lease for the Niagara Military Museum. Several proclamations and resolutions from other municipalities are on the agenda for endorsement.
- Cannabis growing facilities land use review (PBD-2021-23)
- Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 5359 River Road, 4465 Eastwood Crescent, and 5411 River Road (Grandview Inn satellite accommodation and vacation rental)
- Brownfield Rehabilitation Grant application for 4261 Fourth Avenue (2766720 Ontario Inc.)
- Niagara Military Museum lease and consent to subletting
- Overnight parking permit application amendment
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a by-law to regulate and license vacation rental units and bed and breakfasts, a proposed bicycle lane on Brown Road, and an update on the Queen Street promenade. Council will also consider reports on the Niagara District Airport RFP, the Chippawa boat ramp, and the former Parks, Recreation and Culture Building. The meeting includes a closed session for land matters and an Ombudsman investigation.
- By-law 2021-57 to regulate and license vacation rental units and bed and breakfasts
- Report MW-2021-31: Brown Road bicycle lane
- Report MW-2021-32: Queen Street 2021 Promenade Proposal update
- Report MW-2021-36: Mountain Road Landfill End-Use Master Plan
- By-law 2021-52 to set 2021 tax rates
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on a range of items, including a potential waiver of 2021 municipal business licence fees to support COVID-19 recovery, an encroachment agreement with the Hilton, and several planning and zoning matters. The agenda also includes numerous proclamations, correspondence, and routine reports, with many items for information or referral to staff.
- Potential waiver of 2021 municipal business licence fees (CD-2021-01)
- Encroachment agreement with Steadfast Hospitality Inc. at 6361 Fallsview Boulevard (L-2021-07)
- Zoning by-law amendment for vacant land on Montrose Road, removal of holding symbols (PBD-2021-014)
- Tender award for 2021 surface treatment (MW-2021-22)
- Queen Street 2021 Promenade Proposal (MW-2021-26)
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to decide on several planning and financial matters, including zoning amendments for the Transit Station Secondary Plan Area and temporary outdoor patio regulations. Council will also review reports on COVID-19 property tax payment plans, tax penalty rates, and a capital budget funding swap. Several by-laws are up for adoption, including one authorizing $34,310,670.81 in general payments.
- Zoning by-law amendment for Transit Station Secondary Plan Area (AM-2020-007)
- Temporary zoning regulations for outdoor patios and sidewalk cafes (AM-2021-003)
- By-law to authorize payment of $34,310,670.81 for General Purposes
- By-law to permit a 5 storey, 116 unit hotel (AM-2020-010)
- By-law to permit an 11 unit apartment building (AM-2020-009)
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council meets February 9, 2021 to hear the 2021 operating and parking budgets, and to consider two planning applications: satellite accommodation at the Grandview Inn on River Road and five apartment buildings at McLeod Road and Alex Avenue. Council will also vote on several by-laws, including a COVID-19 pre-authorized payment plan and parking fine increases, and consider a request to waive $9,812.85 in ice rental fees for minor hockey.
- Planning application AM-2019-022 for satellite accommodation at 5359 River Road (Grandview Inn), with a request for deferral and public comments both in support and opposition
- Planning application AM-2020-011 for five 3.5-storey apartment buildings totaling 108 units at McLeod Road and Alex Avenue (M5V Inc.)
- 2021 Operating Budget and 2021 Parking Budget presentations by Director of Finance Tiffany Clark
- Request to waive $9,812.85 in ice rental fees for the Recreational Minor Hockey Association of Niagara Falls
- By-law 2021-16 to amend administrative penalties for parking violations, and by-law 2021-17 for parking controls on Clifton Hill
City Council
Niagara Falls City Council is meeting to consider a transit governance study from the Niagara Region, the 2021 parking budget, and proposed parking fine increases. They will also review several zoning by-law amendments, including a 5-storey hotel addition on Victoria Avenue and a zoning change on Ferguson Street, along with various reports and by-laws. The agenda includes many routine items such as minutes, procurement updates, and consent agenda items.
- Niagara Region Transit Governance Study presentation and recommendations
- 2021 Parking Budget presentation and proposed parking fine increase (MW-2021-07)
- Zoning by-law amendment for 5-storey hotel addition at 5769-5781 Victoria Ave, 5715 Ellen Ave, 5072 Magdalen St
- Zoning by-law amendment at 4457 Ferguson Street
- By-law to authorize payment of $22,926,532.49 for General Purposes