Gander, NL

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee will discuss municipal operations including the 2026-2027 snow clearing plan and the adoption of 2025 national building and fire codes. Other business includes property tax reductions, land sales, and a request for the Rotary Club to use the town logo.

• 2026-2027 Town of Gander Snow Plan and salt/plow routes
• Adoption of 2025 National Building Code & National Fire Code
• Commercial land sales at 61, 81, and 100 Dickins Street
• Subdivision of Lot #222 Bannock Street
• Funding request for a dumpster at the McCurdy Drive SPCA Shelter

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The committee will consider deferring the second reading of the Residential Greenspace Retention Policy. The meeting also includes reviews of by-law enforcement and fire rescue statistics, and a request for new street name suggestions.

• Residential Greenspace Retention Policy: Defer Second Reading
• Call for new potential street name suggestions
• Installation of No Parking Signs on Mifflin
• By-Law Enforcement statistics: 180 resident interactions and 79 citations
• Gander Fire Rescue Quarterly Report: 85 calls for service and 818 training hours

Pre - Committee of the Whole Management

The Management Pre-Committee of the Whole is reviewing various departmental reports and policy updates. Key discussions include the upcoming winter snow plan, the adoption of national building and fire codes, and a request regarding the use of the Town's logo.

• Second reading of the Residential Greenspace Retention Policy
• Adoption of the 2025 National Building Code & National Fire Code
• Review of the 2026-2027 Town of Gander Snow Plan
• Subdivision of Lot #222 Bannock Street
• Funding request for a dumpster for the McCurdy Drive SPCA Shelter cleanup

Management Meeting

The Management Pre-Committee of the Whole will discuss various operational items, including property requests and event sanctioning. The body will review requests for extensions and purchase agreements for specific local addresses.

• Purchase Agreement for 277 Elizabeth Drive
• Extension request for 121 Roe Ave
• Expression of Interest for Summer Ice 2027-2029
• Sanctioning of Town-Led Special Events
• Flooding and drainage concerns at Bannock

Special Meeting of Council

Council is discussing a funding application for the Penney Avenue Development Initiative to create over 100 residential units. The meeting also includes proposals to rescind previous approvals for properties on Waterton Street.

• Proposed $6,014,280.46 application for the Penney Avenue Development Initiative
• Proposed Town contribution of $1,804,284.13 for Penney Avenue infrastructure
• Proposed rescission of Motion 26-145 regarding subdivision of Lot 283 Waterton Street
• Proposed rescission of Motion 26-147 regarding a side yard variance at 33 Waterton Street

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss various community concerns and updates. Topics include resident concerns on Bannock Street, policing, and funding for facilities and wildfire mitigation.

• Bannock Street residents concerns
• Safety/Policing
• TCH Traffic Survey
• HAF/Housing Update
• Wildfire Prevention and Mitigation Fund

Regular Meeting of Council

The provided agenda contains no listed discussion items, decisions, or business. The document consists of empty procedural fields and boilerplate text.

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2027 budget schedule and public engagement plan. Council is also reviewing a proposed Accessory Building By-Law and a draft Provincial Advocacy Agenda for 2026-2030.

• Second reading of the Proposed Accessory Building By-Law
• Allocation of $13,553.00 donation to Gander Fire Rescue, Central Health Foundation, and local food bank
• Home Based Business application for 29A Melvill Place
• Property subdivision application for 39&41 Waterton Street
• RFP26-09 for Audio-Visual Acoustic work at the Steele Community Centre

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a new policy to retain Town-owned residential greenspace and prevent private encroachment. The body is also recommending the rescission of 11 outdated town policies and endorsing four provincial resolutions for the MNL Annual General Meeting.

• First reading of the Residential Greenspace Retention Policy
• Proposed rescission of 11 policies including P030 (Dress and Deportment) and P044 (Clean Shaven)
• Endorsement of four MNL resolutions regarding Crown lands, the Highway Traffic Act, the Urban and Rural Planning Act, and emergency communications
• Delegation regarding 12 Quimby
• Planning for a Municipal By-Law Enforcement information booth at the Seniors Fall Forum on November 13

Pre - Committee of the Whole Management

The Management Pre-Committee of the Whole is reviewing a policy to ensure residential backland remains Town-owned greenspace and cannot be purchased by private owners. The body is also recommending the rescission of 11 outdated town policies and endorsing four provincial resolutions.

• First reading of the Residential Backland/Greenspace Retention Policy
• Proposed rescission of 11 policies including P030 (Dress and Deportment) and P044 (Clean Shaven)
• Enforcement update for 121 Roe Avenue with a compliance deadline of October 19, 2026
• Second reading of the Proposed Accessory Building By-Law
• Confirmation of a $13,553.00 CAD donation to the Gander Community Fund

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and the sale of surplus equipment. The agenda also includes discussions on community support for a new hospital and a public response to fireworks complaints.

• Awarding Tender OC26-05 for street resurfacing to Exploits Valley Paving Ltd. for $384,256.63
• Awarding Tender OC26-07 for sale of 2014 International 7400 Aquatech Sewer Jet to H. Warham & Sons Ltd. for $91,250.52 plus HST
• Awarding contract for sectional asphalt repairs to Exploits Valley Paving Ltd. for $85,445.00
• Request for community support for a new hospital/health care facility in New-Wes-Valley
• Review of public response regarding fireworks complaints

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several community services and public safety items, including a request for an Orange Tulip Garden, leadership of the 2027 Festival of Flight Derby, and assistance for the Gander Curling Club. They will also review a briefing on fireworks complaints, transitional housing regulations, and a proposed council report template. The committee will note that the bid for the 2027 Canadian Mixed Curling Championships was not selected and that provincial funding for a new pumper was not awarded this year.

• Orange Tulip Garden request: 94 tulips at Cobb's Pond Rotary Park to represent Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action
• Gander Curling Club requests assistance with putting down curling ice
• Provincial funding for aging Pumper not awarded; application for 2027 to begin
• Gander Fire Rescue receives donation of three school buses for heavy rescue training
• Discussion on transitional housing: not a defined use class under Development Regulations

Regular Meeting of Council

Gander Town Council held a regular meeting on September 2, 2026, where it discussed and approved several items including home-based business applications, a municipal facility sponsorship policy, and a proposed amendment to the Accessory Building By-Law. The council also reviewed financial reports, wastewater and tap water quality, and upcoming community events.

• Approval of home bakery (Flour and Butter) at 16 Tully Place
• Approval of home office (Shine on Wheels Car Detailing) at 26 Medcalf Street
• Adoption of Municipal Facility Sponsorship and Signage Policy
• First reading of proposed Accessory Building By-Law amendments
• Presentation of 2026 Mid-Year Financial Report with projected $81,572 surplus

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole will discuss various municipal matters including wastewater and tap water quality reports. The meeting includes reviews of home-based business applications and a request for a boardwalk and bridge replacement RFP.

• RFP26-08 Cobb's Pond Boardwalk & Bridge Replacement
• Home-based business application for Flour and Butter at 16 Tully Place
• Home-based business application for Shine on Wheels at 26 Medcalf Street
• Proposed amendment to Accessory Buildings By-Law
• Household Hazardous Waste Day scheduled for September 19th

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole will consider first reading of a policy that would stop routine sales of Town-owned residential backland, and will review several other items including a draft facility sponsorship policy, a proposal for an RC racetrack, and commemorative events for the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and proclamations.

• First reading of Residential Backland Retention Policy (no routine sales of Town-owned backland)
• Second reading of Municipal Facility Sponsorship and Signage Policy (advertising revenue-sharing)
• Proposal for new RC racetrack and rock crawler course (location to be explored)
• 25th Anniversary of 9/11 events: Untold Stories and Commemoration Service
• ATIPPA statutory review submission (concerns about administrative burden on municipalities)

Pre - Committee of the Whole Management

The Management Pre-Committee of the Whole will review several policy items, including the first reading of a Residential Backland Retention Policy that would formalize the Town's practice of not selling backland. The committee will also consider second reading of a Municipal Facility Sponsorship and Signage Policy, approve two home-based business applications, and discuss various community events and reports. The agenda includes routine items such as departmental reports and upcoming events, with no major budget or rezoning decisions.

• First reading of Residential Backland Retention Policy
• Second reading of Municipal Facility Sponsorship and Signage Policy
• Home-based business applications for Flour and Butter (16 Tully Place) and Shine on Wheels (26 Medcalf Street)
• RFP26-08 Cobb's Pond Boardwalk & Bridge Replacement
• Development application for 271 Magee Road (withdrawal noted)

Regular Meeting of Council

This agenda for the Gander, NL Regular Meeting of Council on 2026-08-12 contains no substantive items. The text is entirely procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software interface, with no decisions, discussions, or listed agenda items provided.

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and decide on several items including the sale of surplus trucks, a tax reduction request from the Gander Medical Clinic, and multiple development applications. The agenda also includes reports on the 2026 spring cleanup, home-based business applications, and variance requests. Two items will be discussed in closed session.

• Sale of surplus trucks: Unit #862 (2005 5-ton dump truck), Unit #873 (1974 pump truck Volvo), Unit #867 (2014 Aquatech sewer jet)
• Gander Medical Clinic tax reduction request
• Development application at 220 Baird Place
• Development application at 271 Magee Road
• Variance requests at 113 Memorial Drive and 11 Lacey Place

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Gander Committee of the Whole (Open) meets to discuss standing council business, including upcoming community events, minor policy updates, and administrative matters. No formal decisions are listed in the agenda; items are primarily informational or under review.

• Review of upcoming events including concerts at Cobb's Pond Rotary Park, U9/U7 Jamborees, and Provincial 11U A Tier 1 Baseball Tournament
• Request to prohibit vendor sales in ball field parking lots to protect fundraising efforts
• Review of draft Community Partnerships Revenue-Sharing Agreement Policy
• Notification that RCMP Musical Ride will not tour Newfoundland in 2027
• Consideration of Parks, Playground and Open Space Study RFP for Mollison Crescent trail and Rowsell Blvd playground upgrades

Special Meeting of Council

This is a special meeting of Gander Town Council with one substantive item: the appointment of a Municipal By-Law Enforcement Coordinator. No other business or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Appointment of Municipal By-Law Enforcement Coordinator

Regular Meeting of Council

The Town of Gander Council considered several development and community items. It moved to approve Housing Accelerator Fund grants ranging from $6,000 to $51,600 for applications on 31 Read Street, 106 Memorial Drive, 68‑70 Elizabeth Drive, 15 Balbo Street, and 1 Grandy Avenue. The Council also approved a $300 donation to The Rolling Barrage and authorized an accessible ramp at 119 Elizabeth Drive, while declining a variance for an accessory building at 20 Elizabeth Drive.

• Approve HAF funding: $6,000 for 31 Read Street
• Approve HAF funding: $13,645.33 for 106 Memorial Drive
• Approve HAF funding: $51,600 for 68‑70 Elizabeth Drive
• Approve $300 donation to The Rolling Barrage
• Deny accessory building variance at 20 Elizabeth Drive and order a review of lot‑coverage rules

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole will consider awarding a contract for 20 firefighter bunker gear sets to Brogan Fire and Safety for $88,550, HST included. Also up for discussion are skate sharpening services at Steele Community Centre, several home-based business applications, a strategic plan for 2026–2030, and updates on the waste transfer station. The meeting includes a delegation from the Curling Club.

• Award RFQ26-06 for firefighter bunker gear: $88,550 to Brogan Fire and Safety
• Award RFP26-05 for skate sharpening services at Steele Community Centre to ShipShape Skate Sharpening with $100 annual donation
• Home-based business applications at 84 Bennett Drive, 119 Yeager Street, and 9 Rickenbacker Road
• Presentation of Town of Gander Strategic Plan 2026–2030
• Waste Transfer Station on McCurdy Drive to open Saturday August 8, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several community events and service requests, including a $30,000 contract to host a Newfoundland Regiment Hockey Club exhibition game on August 28. Other items include a roof repair quote for Cobb's Pond Rotary Park ($28,635), a request to explore hosting Play On! 2027 (cost $100K–$400K), and a donation request for The Rolling Barrage, a 200-rider motorcycle event. The committee also receives a Town Clerk's quarterly report and reviews a proposed skateboard park renovation phase 1.

• Contract with Newfoundland Regiment Hockey Club: $30,000 plus HST for ice time, security, ushers, medical services for an August 28 exhibition game
• Roof repair quote for Cobb's Pond Rotary Park: $28,635 from M & J Eavestrough
• Play On! 2027 Newfoundland: request to explore hosting a street hockey event with estimated small-town cost of $100,000–$400,000
• The Rolling Barrage donation request: $5,000 for a meal for approximately 200 riders
• Request to send a letter of support for the 'No Pause – Keep the Snowbirds Flying' campaign from the City of Moose Jaw

Pre - Committee of the Whole Management

The Management Committee will review a report recommending the town retain its policy of not selling residential backland as a routine practice. Other agenda items include proposals for a Newfoundland Regiment hockey game at a $30,000 cost to the town, a possible Play On! event costing $100,000–$400,000, and a $28,635 roof repair at Cobb's Pond Rotary Park. The committee will also discuss a property tax reduction request and consider adoption of the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.

• Backland policy: staff recommend reaffirming that town-owned residential backland not be sold as routine practice
• NL Regiment Hockey Club exhibition game on August 28, 2026; town to provide $30,000 + HST in services
• Play On! 2027 Newfoundland proposal: hosting cost estimated between $100,000 and $400,000
• Cobb's Pond Rotary Park roof repairs: single quote of $28,635 from M & J Eavestrough
• Skateboard Park renovations: recommendation to proceed with phase 1

Regular Meeting of Council

Council is deciding on several items including approving a Records Management Policy and considering multiple development applications. Key decisions include allocating up to $112,585 in Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) funding for eight rental units at 112-138 Sullivan Avenue, approving side yard variances at 31 and 33 Waterton Street, and approving home-based businesses at 7 Tully Place, 172 Elizabeth Drive, and 184A Elizabeth Drive. Council also directs staff to prepare a Request for Proposals for the sale of municipal land behind Viscount Crescent and Cooper Boulevard for a potential mobile home community.

• Approve up to $112,585 in HAF funding for eight 3-bedroom rental units at 112-138 Sullivan Avenue
• Approve side yard variances from 3.0m to 2.85m at 31 and 33 Waterton Street for new dwellings
• Approve home-based businesses: AGAPE Holistic Acupuncture (7 Tully Place), BOAZ Auto Wash (172 Elizabeth Dr), A&L Ventures (184A Elizabeth Dr)
• Direct staff to prepare RFP for sale of municipal land behind Viscount Crescent and Cooper Blvd for affordable mobile home lots
• Donate chain-link fencing to SPCA and relocate accessory building from McCurdy Drive to Magee Road

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The committee will consider multiple home-based business applications, development variances, and infrastructure contracts. Key items include an open call for bids on Sullivan Avenue water and sewer upgrades Phase 2, a property tax reduction request, and several discretionary use approvals for home-based businesses.

• Open call for bids on Sullivan Avenue water and sewer upgrades Phase 2
• Property tax reduction request
• Home-based business applications at 7 Tully Place, 172 Elizabeth Dr, 184A Elizabeth Dr
• Sideyard variance at 31&33 Waterton Street
• Accessory building height variances at 17 McGrath Place and 400 Gander Bay Road

Committee of the Whole (OPEN)

The Committee of the Whole will consider adopting a Records Management Policy on second reading. Council will also discuss resident concerns about Clean Up Week timing, a request for a meeting regarding Eastgate subdivision issues, and a proposal to update the town skateboard park. Other items include summer programs, Canada Day, Festival of Flight plans, and reports on trail safety and dirt bike complaints.

• Second reading and adoption of Records Management Policy
• Resident concerns about Clean Up Week timing (June too early)
• Meeting request from Eastgate residents re: development concerns
• Skatepark user feedback for modernization and safety improvements
• Trail safety and maintenance complaint near residential area

Regular Meeting of Council

Council will vote on three home-based business applications: denying a holistic acupuncture service at 7 Tully Place, approving a spice blend business at 30 Wood Crescent, and approving a lawn care office at 46 Cochran Street. They will also accept the Gander Tourism Strategy 2026–2030 as a guiding document, give first reading to a new Records and Information Management Policy, and nominate Robert Turner to the Gander International Airport Authority Board.

• Deny home-based therapy service (acupuncture) at 7 Tully Place
• Approve home-based spice blend preparation at 30 Wood Crescent
• Approve lawn care home office at 46 Cochran Street
• Accept Gander Tourism Strategy 2026–2030 report
• First reading of Records and Information Management Policy

Special Meeting of Council

Council is deciding on two funding items: awarding a consulting contract to Colliers Project Leaders for $83,355 to develop an Expression of Interest for the Regional Event and Active Living Infrastructure Plan, and approving $20,000 each to the Gander Tennis Association and YQX running club from the Community Partnership Fund.

• Award consulting contract to Colliers Project Leaders for $83,355 plus 2% reimbursable expenses for Phase 1 of Regional Event and Active Living Infrastructure Plan
• Approve $20,000 capital funding for Gander Tennis Association
• Approve $20,000 capital funding for YQX running club

Regular Meeting of Council

Council reviews and votes on several planning items, including short-term rental permitting workflow, a subdivision variance at 520 Gander Bay Road, and a height variance at 3 Edwards Place. They also discuss a potential land partnership with Habitat for Humanity and approve a $1,000 sponsorship for a health foundation golf tournament. Water and wastewater quality reports are presented.

• Team sponsorship of $1,000 for Central Northeast Health Foundation's 26th Annual Golf for Health Tournament
• Approval of home office at 4 Griffin Place (North Star Property Inspections) and at 19 Mifflin Place (virtual assistant)
• Variance to allow 6.0m garage at 3 Edwards Place (10% over max height)
• Subdivision variance at 520 Gander Bay Road to create four 3,999 m² lots (under 4,050 m² minimum)
• Short-term rental permitting workflow presented for implementation