Hamilton public meetings in 2024

Council's Weekly Correspondence Listing

The council will receive a series of communication updates and letters, including an update on the Macassa Lodge long‑term care redevelopment, results of a public‑engagement survey, a city‑wide food‑affordability monitoring report, a ministerial letter on the proposed Municipal Accountability Act, and a temporary outdoor shelter program update. No formal motions or votes are listed; the items are for information and discussion only.

• Communication Update – Macassa Lodge Long-Term Care Redevelopment (701 Upper Sherman Avenue)
• Communication Update – Championing Public Engagement: 2024 Survey Results and 2025 Survey Launch
• Communication Update – Monitoring Food Affordability and Food Insecurity in Hamilton
• Minister’s Letter to Heads of Council – Code of Conduct (Municipal Accountability Act)
• Communication Update – Temporary Outdoor Shelter Program at 259 Caroline Street

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will meet on December 18, 2024, to review previous minutes and conduct hearings regarding property standards orders.

• Approval of November 6, 2024 minutes
• Hearing for Order No. 24-373-63 at 853 Main Street East

Climate Change Advisory Committee

The Climate Change Advisory Committee will meet on Dec 17, 2024 at City Hall. The committee will consider the 2025 budget submission and review the 2024 update report. The agenda also includes routine items such as approvals of minutes, declarations of interest, and scheduling of 2025 meeting dates.

• 2025 Climate Change Advisory Committee Budget (budget submission form)
• 2024 Climate Change Advisory Committee Update Report
• Approval of minutes from the Nov 26, 2024 meeting
• Scheduling of 2025 meeting dates
• Ceremonial activities acknowledging Indigenous territories

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to discuss and decide on various development applications across several wards. These items involve specific property requests in Hamilton, Glanbrook, Stoney Creek, Ancaster, and Flamborough.

• A-24:243: 377 Parkdale Avenue North (Ward 4)
• B-24:77: 164 & 176 Locke Street South (Ward 1)
• B-24:71: 1125 West 5th Street (Ward 8)
• A-24:242: 485 Fall Fair Way, Glanbrook (Ward 11)
• A-24:239: 54 Granite Ridge Trail, Flamborough (Ward 15)

Community Benefits Protocol Sub-Committee

The Community Benefits Protocol Sub‑Committee will consider a motion regarding community employment benefits tied to early works on the Light Rail Transit project. The meeting also includes staff presentations on city‑wide community benefits and social‑value procurement (HSC24042/FCS24069) and a consent item reviewing municipal social procurement policy recommendations from McMaster University (HSC24053/FCS24031). Routine items such as agenda approval, declarations of interest, and minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting will also be addressed.

• Motion on Light Rail Transit Early Works Community Employment Benefits (Item 11.1)
• Staff presentation: Community Benefits and Social Value Procurement (HSC24042/FCS24069)
• Consent item: Municipal Social Procurement Policies – analysis of McMaster University recommendations (HSC24053/FCS24031)
• Approval of agenda, declarations of interest, and minutes from May 28, 2024
• Amendments to the Outstanding Business List

The Community Benefits Protocol Sub-Committee referred the Community Benefits and Social Value Procurement report (HSC24042/FCS24069) to the Procurement Sub-Committee, directing that the Social Procurement Pilot Program prioritize Indigenous-owned, diverse-owned, and equity-deserving businesses. It also deferred a motion to adopt the term 'social value outcome' to a future meeting, and referred a McMaster University report on municipal social procurement policies to the Procurement Sub-Committee. Additionally, it directed staff to work with Metrolinx on community employment benefits for future LRT early works.

• Referred report HSC24042/FCS24069 to Procurement Sub-Committee with direction to prioritize Indigenous-owned, diverse-owned, and equity-deserving businesses (Carried)
• Deferred adoption of 'social value outcome' term to future meeting (Carried)
• Referred McMaster University social procurement policies report to Procurement Sub-Committee (Carried)
• Directed staff to work with Metrolinx on community employment benefits for future LRT early works (Carried)
• Approved minutes of May 28, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Received staff presentation on Community Benefits and Social Value Procurement (Carried)
• Approved amendments to Outstanding Business List, removing McMaster report item (Carried)

Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee

The Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee will review a heritage permit application to demolish the Tivoli lobby and auditorium at 108 James Street North and 111‑113 Hughson Street North. It will also receive updates on recent heritage designations, a year‑in‑review report, and a discussion of the unsafe demolition of 537 King Street East. Additional items include correspondence on tree removal at 610 York Boulevard and notices of passing of two heritage designation by‑laws.

• Heritage Permit Application HP2024-033 – demolition of the Tivoli lobby and auditorium at 108 James St N and 111‑113 Hughson St N (Ward 2)
• Heritage Permit Application HP2024-037 – removal of dead and unsafe trees at 610 York Boulevard (Ward 1)
• Discussion of demolition of 537 King Street East, a non‑designated property with an unsafe order (Ward 3)
• Consent item: Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee Year in Review, 2024
• Notices of passing of By‑law No. 24‑199 designating 7 Rolph Street, Dundas and By‑law No. 24‑200 designating 634 Rymal Road West

The Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee approved a heritage permit for the demolition of the Tivoli Lobby and Auditorium at 108 James Street North and 111-113 Hughson Street North, subject to conditions including a conservation strategy, financial security, and completion by January 31, 2026. The committee also removed 537 King Street East from the Municipal Heritage Register and received the 2024 Year in Review report. The demolition permit was approved with two members opposed.

• Approved Heritage Permit HP2024-033 for Tivoli demolition with conditions (Carried; G. Carroll and A. Douglas opposed)
• Removed 537 King Street East from Municipal Heritage Register (Carried)
• Received 2024 Year in Review report (Carried)
• Approved agenda as amended (Carried)
• Approved minutes of November 22, 2024 (Carried)
• Received communications and delegations (Carried)
• Removed 537 King Street East from Endangered Buildings and Landscapes (RED) list (Carried)
• Received updates on endangered buildings and landscapes (Carried)

Truck Route Sub-Committee

The Truck Route Sub‑Committee agenda for December 12, 2024 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be a placeholder or procedural session.

Council

The council will approve the agenda and receive several pieces of correspondence. Committee reports and motions, including a hiring freeze for non‑essential positions, will be considered. The council will adopt multiple by‑law amendments, most notably a by‑law establishing the 2025 water, wastewater and storm fees. Additional by‑law changes address part‑lot control on Blain Drive and Alway Road, zoning updates for Highway 8 and other sites, and official‑plan amendments.

• By‑law 230 – Establish 2025 Water and Wastewater/Storm Fees and Charges (city‑wide)
• By‑law 219 – Remove part‑lot control on Blain Drive (Blocks 84, 85) and Alway Road (Block 87) in Glanbrook
• By‑law 225 – Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 208 for lands at 582 and 584 Highway 8 (Stoney Creek)
• By‑law 227 – Amend Zoning By‑law 05‑200 for 760 Stone Church Rd E, 153 & 224 Eaglewood Dr, and 49 Eleanor Ave
• Motion 7.1 – Implement a hiring freeze for non‑essential positions

Council approved a motion directing staff to report by January 15, 2025 on a comprehensive job vacancy report and options to optimize staffing, including investigating a hiring freeze. The motion passed 13-1. Council also approved several committee reports and by-laws, including the 2025 water and wastewater fees, and passed a motion supporting Christian Heritage Month.

• Approved motion for job vacancy report and hiring freeze options (13-1)
• Approved General Issues Committee (Rate Budget) Report 24-019, including stormwater fee analysis (13-2 on item 3)
• Approved Public Works Committee Report 24-017 (15-0)
• Approved Planning Committee Report 24-018 (15-0)
• Approved Audit, Finance and Administration Committee Report 24-022 (14-0)
• Approved Emergency and Community Services Committee Report 24-010 (14-0)
• Approved motion supporting Christian Heritage Month (12-2)
• Approved 2025 Water and Wastewater/Storm Fees By-law (15-0)

Special Council Meeting

City Council is meeting to discuss a jurisdictional scan regarding the lobbyist registry. The session includes a private and confidential training segment on the lobbyist registry led by the Integrity Commissioner.

• Lobbyist Registry Jurisdictional Scan (FCS24052)
• Lobbyist Registry Training
• Bill No. 234 to confirm proceedings of Council

Council received a staff report on a lobbyist registry jurisdictional scan and received lobbyist registry training from the Integrity Commissioner. A motion to move into closed session for the training was defeated, so the training was held in open session. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive policy decisions made.

• Approved agenda as presented (13-0)
• Received Lobbyist Registry Jurisdictional Scan report (14-0)
• Defeated motion to move into closed session for lobbyist training (3-11)
• Received Lobbyist Registry Training (12-0)
• Passed By-law 24-235 to confirm proceedings (12-0)
• Adjourned at 4:26 p.m. (12-0)

Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees

The Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees will meet to approve minutes from October 29, 2024, and deliberate on a vacancy on the Property Standards Committee. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. in Room 264, 2nd Floor, City Hall.

• Approval of minutes from October 29, 2024
• Deliberation of vacancy on Property Standards Committee
• Correspondence regarding resignation from Property Standards Committee

Wentworth Lodge Heritage Trust Fund Committee

The Wentworth Lodge Heritage Trust Fund Committee will meet on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 to consider the fund’s 2024 financial status. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as approval of the agenda and minutes from the January 11, 2024 meeting, followed by a staff presentation of the financial report (HSC24045). The committee may consider motions based on that report.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2024
• Wentworth Lodge Heritage Trust Fund – Financial Status 2024 (HSC24045) presentation

Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee

The Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee will meet to review communications and staff presentations. Key items include a presentation on collaboration opportunities with McMaster University's Student Success Centre.

• Staff presentation on collaboration opportunities with McMaster University's Student Success Centre
• Communication regarding Common House Cafe (PED24210)
• Updates from the Business Development Office

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

The Heritage Permit Review Sub‑Committee will consider three heritage restoration proposals: work on the main oak doors at Christ’s Church Cathedral on James Street North; masonry repointing and repairs at NewVision United Church on 24 Main Street West; and window and door restoration at Woodend House on 838 Mineral Springs Road in Ancaster. The meeting also includes routine agenda approvals, minutes, and public hearing items.

• Christ’s Church Cathedral – restore central front oak doors, add weather seals, panic bars, and brass kick plates (James Street North).
• NewVision United Church – selective masonry repointing, plywood hoarding for window protection, and possible turret repair (24 Main Street West).
• Woodend House – restore all wood windows, replace metal storms with insulated glazed wood storms, and restore front door (838 Mineral Springs Road).

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Hamilton Accessibility Committee will review the draft budget for 2025 and consider several policy and program updates. Items include a work plan for the Accessible Transportation Services Policy Review, a motion to award an honorarium to a volunteer, and a motion on accessibility of shelters and supervised encampments. The committee will also hear a delegation request from the Disability Justice Network of Ontario regarding universal design standards in city housing.

• 2025 Budget Submission – Draft ACPD Budget 2025
• Accessible Transportation Services Policy Review Working Group work plan
• Honorarium motion for James Kemp Junior for assisting with the Accessibility Fair and Awards
• Motion on accessibility of shelters and supervised encampments in Hamilton
• Delegation request from Disability Justice Network of Ontario on universal design standards in city housing

The Accessibility Committee approved its 2025 base budget submission of $23,172, which will be referred to the Mayor for consideration. It also approved a work plan for the Accessible Transportation Services Policy Review, received delegations on universal design and shelter accessibility, and approved a $250 honorarium for James Kemp Junior for his work on the Accessibility Fair. The committee also submitted a letter to the General Issues Committee regarding accessibility of shelters and supervised encampments.

• Approved 2025 base budget submission of $23,172 (carried)
• Approved Accessible Transportation Services Policy Review Working Group Work Plan (carried)
• Approved $250 honorarium for James Kemp Junior for Accessibility Fair assistance (carried)
• Approved submission of letter on shelter and encampment accessibility to General Issues Committee (carried)
• Approved agenda as amended (carried)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Approved delegation request from Brad Evoy (carried)
• Received delegations from Brad Evoy on universal design and shelter accessibility (carried)

CityHousing Hamilton Corporation Shareholder Meeting

The CityHousing Hamilton Corporation shareholder meeting scheduled for Dec 9 2024 has no specific agenda items recorded. The agenda contains only placeholders and no listed decisions, contracts, or hearings. Consequently, the meeting appears to be procedural with no disclosed business.

Procurement Sub-Committee

The Procurement Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet for a procedural update. The agenda contains no specific items, contracts, or decisions to be discussed.

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee will discuss staff presentations on social work practice and aging research. It will review reports from several working groups, including housing, communications, and mobility. The meeting also covers planning for the International Day of Older Persons, the Seniors Kick‑off Event, and the Senior of the Year Awards, as well as a 2025 budget submission.

• Staff presentation by Sue Botelho, Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Staff presentation by Dr. Divya Joshi, McMaster Institute for Research on Aging
• Housing, Communications, and Getting Around Working Groups
• Seniors Kick‑off Event and Senior of the Year Awards planning
• 2025 Budget Submission

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee will review investment performance reports for the Reserve/Revenue Fund, Hamilton Future Fund, and Cemetery Trust Accounts. The body will also consider motions regarding financial support for YWCA Hamilton and Ward 2 community grants.

• Financial support for YWCA Hamilton capital repairs and improvements
• Ward 2 Community Grants - Q4 2024
• Investment Performance Reports as of December 31, 2023
• Update to By-Law 17-161 to appoint Deputy Treasurers
• Private session regarding cellular services contract extension and Seawaves Development Services Inc.

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee approved funding for YWCA Hamilton capital repairs (up to $332,000 from Ward 2 Capital Reinvestment Reserve), a $44,846 Ward 8 community grant to Neighbour to Neighbour, and $69,615 in 19 Ward 2 community grants. It also recommended procedural by-law amendments, a Council Code of Conduct review, and authorized up to $15,000 per councillor from Ward Minor Maintenance Accounts for print/mailing costs in 2025. All motions carried unanimously (8-0) except one 7-0 vote due to an absence.

• Approved up to $332,000 for YWCA Hamilton roof and outdoor repairs (8-0)
• Approved $69,615 in 19 Ward 2 community grants (8-0)
• Approved $44,846 Ward 8 community grant to Neighbour to Neighbour (8-0)
• Authorized up to $15,000 per councillor from Ward Minor Maintenance Accounts for print/mailing (8-0)
• Recommended procedural by-law amendments to Council (8-0)
• Directed Integrity Commissioner to review Council Code of Conduct (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Treasurer and Deputy Treasurers (8-0)
• Approved closed session directions on Seawaves and cellular contract (8-0)

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The Emergency & Community Services Committee will review agenda items, approve the previous meeting minutes, and consider declarations of interest. Staff will present updates from Greater Hamilton Food Share and the Hamilton Fire Department’s 2023 annual report. Consent items include an Ontario Works caseload profile and a Community Safety and Well‑Being progress report. Discussion items focus on a Red Cross Agreement (city‑wide) and the 2024 Ministry of Long‑Term Care funding enhancement for Wards 7 and 13.

• Red Cross Agreement (city‑wide)
• 2024 Ministry of Long‑Term Care Funding Enhancement (Wards 7 and 13)
• Greater Hamilton Food Share Update
• Hamilton Fire Department’s 2023 Annual Report
• Ontario Works Caseload Profile

The committee approved transferring $1.25M in base budget and reserve funds to Greater Hamilton Food Share, with a 2025 budget variance to fully levy-fund the amount. It also approved receiving $3.14M in provincial long-term care funding to add 36 full-time equivalent staff at Macassa and Wentworth Lodges. All motions carried unanimously (5-0).

• Approved $1.25M transfer to Greater Hamilton Food Share (5-0)
• Approved 2025 budget variance of $627,730 for food share funding (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare food and hunger needs update (5-0)
• Received Hamilton Fire Department 2023 Annual Report (5-0)
• Received Ontario Works Caseload Profile report (5-0)
• Received Community Safety and Well-Being Progress Report (4-0)
• Authorized 3-year Red Cross agreement for emergency social services at $64,429.80 first year (5-0)
• Approved $3,142,905 provincial funding for 36 additional LTC staff (5-0)

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, hear reports from several sub‑committees, and discuss a range of city‑wide projects and grant applications. It will consider a motion to implement a 2025 Temporary Outdoor Patio Program that includes traffic control plans and associated costs. Additional items include incentives for affordable housing at 90 Carling Street and a user‑fee framework for city services.

• Municipal Incentives for the 90 Carling Street Rental Project – 10 additional affordable units (Ward 1)
• User Fee Framework – Project Overview (city‑wide)
• Light Rail Transit Sub‑Committee Report 24‑004 (Nov 15, 2024)
• 2025 Temporary Outdoor Patio Program with traffic control plans and measures (motion)
• Grant payment for 60 King William Street due to change in corporate control (motion)

The General Issues Committee approved $2,501,000 from the Climate Change Reserve for 13 city-led climate initiatives, and endorsed a 10-year Downtown Revitalization Strategy with up to $100,000 for consultants. It also approved grants for affordable housing and downtown redevelopment, and deferred the bike share program decision to Q1 2025.

• Approved $2,501,000 for 13 climate action projects (15-0)
• Approved 10-year Downtown Revitalization Strategy with $100,000 consultant cap (13-0)
• Approved $104,150 for 10 additional affordable units at 90 Carling Street (13-0)
• Approved $1,530,566 LEED grant for 60 Caledon Avenue (12-0)
• Approved $1,227,264 tax increment grant for 165 James Street South (12-0)
• Approved $281,827 tax increment grant for 18 Augusta Street (12-0)
• Approved $79,156 tax increment grant for 588 Barton Street East (12-0)
• Deferred bike share program decision to Q1 2025 (11-2)

Special Council Meeting

The Special City Council will vote on a motion to shorten the amendment period for the rate budget. It will also confirm By-law No. 218, which records the proceedings of City Council. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, declarations of interest, and adjournment.

• Motion to shorten the amendment period for the Rate Budget (03.1 Motion to shorten amendment period.pdf)
• Confirm By-law No. 218 – to confirm the proceedings of City Council (Bill No. 218 - DECEMBER 4, 2024 SPECIAL COUNCIL(1).pdf)
• Approval of agenda
• Declarations of interest
• Adjournment

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability will meet to discuss an update to its work plan. The body will also hear from delegations providing feedback on increasing transparency, accountability, and access within the City of Hamilton.

• Delegations regarding feedback on increasing transparency, accountability, and access
• Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability Work Plan Update

Planning Committee

The Hamilton Planning Committee will consider several public hearings for draft plans of subdivision and zoning by-law amendments across the city, including items in Stoney Creek, Glanbrook, and Ancaster. The committee will also discuss demolition permits and heritage reports.

• Public hearing for 75 Centennial Parkway North (Ward 5)
• Public hearing for 582 and 584 Highway No. 8 (Ward 10)
• Public hearing for 760 Stone Church Road East (Ward 6)
• Public hearing for 9555 Airport Road West (Ward 11)
• Discussion on demolition permits at 3033 and 3047 Binbrook Road

Public Health Committee

The agenda for the Hamilton Public Health Committee meeting on 2024-12-02 contains no listed items, only procedural placeholders.

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider Bill 212 – the Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act. It will also discuss the Realigned Gardens Program, an Internal Infill Pilot Program for city right‑of‑way activities, and motions on the feasibility of solar waste bins and a water service permit for 7030 Twenty Road East. Additional agenda items include updates on food‑waste recycling at Tim Hortons Field and the Harmful Algal Bloom Strategy.

• Bill 212 – Proposed Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act (Item 11.1)
• Realigned Gardens Program (Item 11.2)
• Internal Infill Pilot Program to Address Activities on City Right‑of‑Way (Item 11.3)
• Motion on Feasibility of Solar Waste Bins Along Roadside Locations (Item 12.3)
• Motion for Water Service Permit for 7030 Twenty Road East (Ward 11) (Item 12.6)

Public Health Sub-Committee

The Public Health Sub‑Committee will appoint a chair and vice‑chair, approve its agenda and the minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting, and consider a delegation request on water fluoridation effects. Staff will deliver a city‑wide orientation for the sub‑committee and a semi‑annual update on the Hamilton Opioid Information System. No other decisions are listed.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice‑Chair
• Delegation Request from Monica Nikopooulos on water fluoridation effects (future meeting)
• Public Health Sub‑Committee Orientation (BOH24025) presentations
• Hamilton Opioid Information System Semi‑Annual Update (December 2024)
• Approval of minutes from Public Health Committee meeting on November 4, 2024

Grants Sub-Committee

The agenda for the Hamilton Grants Sub‑Committee meeting on 2024‑11‑29 contains no listed items. No specific decisions, contracts, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. Consequently, the meeting appears to have only procedural placeholders.

Hamilton Renewable Power Incorporated Board of Directors

The agenda for the Hamilton Renewable Power Incorporated Board of Directors meeting on 2024-11-29 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive decisions or discussions recorded.

General Issues Committee (Budget)

The General Issues Committee (Budget) will hear a staff presentation on the 2025 preliminary water, wastewater and stormwater rate‑supported budget for the City of Hamilton. Committee members will review the accompanying documents, including budget summaries and capital financing plans. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, declarations of interest, and approval of minutes from the November 22, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of agenda
• Declarations of interest
• Approval of minutes from November 22, 2024
• Staff presentation: 2025 Preliminary Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Rate Supported Budget (FCS24055) with multiple supporting appendices

Council

The Hamilton City Council meeting will approve the agenda, receive several correspondence items, and consider reports from the Public Works, Planning, General Issues, Audit/Finance, and Emergency & Community Services committees. The council will vote on a series of by‑law items, including a zoning amendment for 65 Frances Avenue, a repeal of the pesticide use by‑law, changes to on‑street parking schedules, an interim tax levy for 2025, and temporary borrowing of monies for 2025 expenditures. The meeting also includes ceremonial staff appreciation and public comments on confidential matters.

• Amend Zoning By‑law No. 05-200 for lands at 65 Frances Avenue, Stoney Creek (Bill No. 207)
• Repeal Pesticide Use By‑law No. 07-282 (Bill No. 208)
• Amend By‑law No. 01-218 to modify on‑street parking schedules (Bill No. 209)
• Authorize an Interim Tax Levy for 2025 (Bill No. 210)
• Authorize temporary borrowing of monies to meet 2025 expenditures (Bill No. 211)

Hamilton Enterprises Holding Corporation Shareholder

The Hamilton Enterprises Holding Corporation shareholder meeting will first approve its agenda, declarations of interest, and the minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting. It will then address shareholder resolutions, including the issuance of common shares and a report on the corporation’s debt. The meeting is scheduled immediately after the council meeting in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Approval of agenda
• Declarations of interest
• Approval of June 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Communications
• Shareholder resolutions: issuance of common shares and report on corporate debt

Hamilton Utilities Corporation Shareholder

The Hamilton Utilities Corporation shareholder meeting will consider routine agenda items, including approval of the agenda, declarations of interest, and approval of the June 24, 2024 minutes. It will also discuss a shareholder resolution to declare a dividend on common shares. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approval of agenda
• Declarations of interest
• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2024
• Shareholder resolution – declaration of dividend on common shares
• Adjournment

Municipal Act Appeals

The City of Hamilton is conducting public hearings regarding applications under Sections 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act. The meeting includes a discussion on a list of properties and associated amounts.

• Public hearings and delegations regarding Sections 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act
• Discussion of properties and amounts listed in the 'November 26 Meeting Sec 357_358 list.pdf'

Committee of Adjustment

The Hamilton Committee of Adjustment will review a series of development applications across several wards, including decisions on rezoning requests for 378 East 25th Street, 1280 Rymal Road East & 385 Nebo Road, 60 Glover Road, 143 Margaret Avenue, and 3345 Homestead Drive. Some items are tabled for later consideration, and a brief break is scheduled before the meeting adjourns.

• A‑24:178 – 378 East 25th Street, Ward 7 – decision on rezoning
• A‑24:231 – 1280 Rymal Road East & 385 Nebo Road, Ward 6 – decision on rezoning
• A‑24:250 – 60 Glover Road, Glanbrook, Ward 6 – decision on rezoning
• B‑24:68 – 143 Margaret Avenue, Stoney Creek, Ward 10 – decision on rezoning
• B‑24:69 – 3345 Homestead Drive, Glanbrook, Ward 11 – decision on rezoning

Hamilton Veterans Committee

The Hamilton Veterans Committee will hold a virtual meeting to approve the agenda, review minutes, and discuss several veteran‑related initiatives. Items include the Remembrance Crosswalk in Stoney Creek, the 2024 Wreath Project, protection of the Argyll Pavilion, repairs to Veterans’ Place vandalism, and the Merchant Marine Marker. The meeting also covers a wrap‑up of Remembrance Day activities and a review of the Volunteer Advisory Committee.

• Remembrance Crosswalk Stoney Creek
• Wreath Project 2024
• Argyll Pavilion Protection
• Veterans’ Place Vandalism Repairs
• Merchant Marine Marker

West Harbour Development Sub-Committee

The West Harbour Development Sub‑Committee will present the Updated West Harbour Waterfront Parking Strategy. It will receive status updates on the West Harbour Re‑Development Plan and the Pier 8 Development. The meeting includes standard items such as approvals, declarations of interest, and public hearing opportunities, but no specific decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Presentation of Updated West Harbour Waterfront Parking Strategy (PED24151)
• Status update on West Harbour Re‑Development Plan (PED17181(h))
• Status update on Pier 8 Development (PED24162)
• Public Hearings / Delegations
• Standard approvals (agenda, minutes, declarations of interest)

Climate Change Advisory Committee

The Climate Change Advisory Committee will consider a delegation request to present a Sustainable Forestry/Parks plan aimed at saving millions of dollars and improving air quality for Hamilton residents. Staff will provide updates on community liaison groups and on working groups covering nature‑based solutions, community engagement, climate justice, transportation, buildings, and technical governance. Additional discussion items include updates on the Climate Change Reserve, green building standards (deferred from the October 29 meeting), and the Urban Boundary Expansion framework. No motions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Delegation request: Trees in City Parks Initiative – Sustainable Forestry/Parks plan to save millions and improve air quality
• Green Building Standards discussion (deferred from Oct 29 meeting)
• Urban Boundary Expansion Frameworks update (referencing Oct 29 discussion notes)
• Climate Change Reserve updates (staff presentation)
• Working Groups updates: nature‑based solutions, community engagement, climate justice, transportation, buildings, technical and governance

Governance Review Sub-Committee

The Governance Review Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss updates to city administrative processes. The body will review report templates, the city's procedural by-law, and the council code of conduct.

• 2024 Review of the City’s Procedural By-law (FCS24018)
• Council and Committee Report Templates (CC24002)
• Review of Council Code of Conduct (Kroetsch)

General Issues Committee (Budget)

The General Issues Committee (Budget) is meeting to discuss the 2025 preliminary rate-supported budget for water, wastewater, and stormwater services. Staff from Public Works and Corporate Services will provide presentations on the proposed budget and capital financing plans.

• 2025 Preliminary Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Rate Supported Budget (FCS24055)
• 2025-2034 Water, Wastewater, Storm Capital Financing Plan
• Alectra Utilities Water, Wastewater and Storm 2024 Service Activity Report (FCS24056)

Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee

The Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, receive several delegated letters regarding heritage plaque installations and a permit extension, and discuss a staff recommendation to designate 223 Governor’s Road, Dundas (Starfield) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The committee will also note notices of intention to designate three properties and the passing of By‑law 24‑185 for 6 Websters Falls Road.

• Recommendation to designate 223 Governor’s Road, Dundas (Starfield) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (PED24181)
• Delegated letters received for plaque installations at 176 Wilson Street East and 1166 Garner Road West
• Extension of previously‑approved heritage permit for 98 James Street South redevelopment (HP2024‑029)
• Notice of intention to designate 311 Wilson Street East, 24 Blake Street, and 265 Mill Street South
• Notice of passing By‑law No. 24‑185 to designate 6 Websters Falls Road, Flamborough

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Sub-Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Sub-Committee will receive a staff presentation on the draft framework for processing and evaluating Urban Boundary Expansion applications. The meeting also includes discussions on farm labour residence development charges and the Farm 911 Program.

• Draft Framework for Processing and Evaluating Urban Boundary Expansion (UBE) Applications
• Development Charges for Farm Labour Residences
• Farm 911 Program Update

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The Emergency & Community Services Committee will hear a staff presentation on the Toronto Community Crisis Centre and Hamilton’s Mental Health Crisis Response. It will consider consent items to approve the Recreation Master Plan Implementation Strategy update, the 2024 Youth Strategy annual report, a review of third‑party operated recreation facilities, a report on long‑term care in Hamilton, and minutes from the Seniors and Veterans advisory committees.

• Staff presentation: Toronto Community Crisis Centre and Hamilton’s Mental Health Crisis Response
• Consent item: Recreation Master Plan Implementation Strategy Update
• Consent item: 2024 Youth Strategy Annual Report
• Consent item: Third‑Party Operated Recreation Facilities review
• Consent item: Long Term Care in Hamilton report

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee will consider several financial and governance items, including temporary borrowing and an interim tax levy by‑law for 2025, advance payments from the City Enrichment Fund, and amendments to the Development Charges By‑law. It will also hear a report on stormwater asset management related to recent sewage leaks and proposed changes to the employee Code of Conduct fees and gifts schedule. The meeting includes routine approvals of agenda, minutes, and declarations of interest.

• 2025 Temporary Borrowing and Interim Tax Levy By‑laws (FCS24049)
• 2025 City Enrichment Fund Advance Payments (CM24007)
• 2024 Amended Development Charges By‑laws (FCS24051)
• Stormwater Asset Management – Investigation of Recent Sewage Leaks Audit (PW24071)
• Proposed Changes to Schedule B: Fees, Gifts and Hospitality of the Code of Conduct for Employees (HUR24011)

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee voted 6-2 to recommend that Council disband four advisory committees (Committee Against Racism, Food Advisory, Immigrants and Refugees Advisory, and Mundialization Advisory) and thank their members. The broader plan to replace all advisory committees with community liaison groups was defeated in a 4-4 tie. The committee also approved several financial and policy items, including the 2025 temporary borrowing and interim tax levy by-laws, and changes to the employee Code of Conduct regarding gifts and hospitality.

• Approved motion to disband four advisory committees and thank members (6-2)
• Defeated motion on balance of Volunteer Advisory Committee Review report (4-4)
• Approved 2025 temporary borrowing and interim tax levy by-laws (7-0)
• Approved changes to employee Code of Conduct Schedule B: gifts and hospitality (8-0)
• Approved inclusion of studies in 2024 Development Charges By-law (8-0)
• Approved 2025 Council and Committee Schedule of Meetings (6-1)
• Received Fraud and Waste Annual Report (7-0)
• Received Auditor General Reporting of Serious Matters to Council report (7-0)

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will approve its agenda and previous minutes, consider several delegation requests, and hear a staff presentation on the 2024 Housing Sustainability and Investment Roadmap and 2025 objectives. It will discuss Service Manager consents for encumbering properties owned by Hamilton East Kiwanis Non‑Profit Homes on East Avenue & Fullerton and 71 Sanford Avenue North. The committee will also consider motions to audit the city’s spending on homelessness and to fund a kitchen steam table for the Swansea Seniors Tenants Association.

• Staff presentation: Housing Sustainability and Investment Roadmap 2024 Annual Update and 2025 Objective Setting (City Wide)
• Service Manager consent for Hamilton East Kiwanis Non‑Profit Homes – East Ave & Fullerton (Ward 3)
• Service Manager consent for Hamilton East Kiwanis Non‑Profit Homes – 71 Sanford Avenue North (Ward 3)
• Motion to audit the City of Hamilton’s spending on homelessness
• Motion for Swansea Seniors Tenants Association Committee – four‑compartment kitchen steam table (Ward 6)

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The Mayor’s Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability will meet on November 19, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, declarations of interest, and approval of minutes from the November 13 meeting. The task force will review delegation requests and discuss how to increase transparency, accountability, and access within the City of Hamilton. No specific proposals or contracts are listed in the agenda.

• Delegations respecting feedback on how to increase transparency, accountability, and access

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding a city-initiated zoning by-law amendment for 65 Frances Avenue. The body will also discuss rental housing licensing, tenant assistance guidelines, and the repeal of a pesticide use by-law.

• Public hearing: Zoning By-law Amendment for 65 Frances Avenue, Stoney Creek (PED24153)
• Discussion: Rental Housing Licensing Pilot Program update (PED21097(f))
• Discussion: Repealing the Pesticide Use By-law No. 07-282 (PED24152)
• Discussion: Rental Housing Protection Tenant Assistance Guideline report (PED22091(b))
• Discussion: Response to proposed Planning Act regulation for Additional Residential Units (PED24208)

Development Industry Liaison Group

The Development Industry Liaison Group is meeting to discuss several technical and regulatory updates for new developments. The session includes presentations on waste design, watershed planning, and housing by-laws.

• Framework for Processing & Evaluating Urban Boundary Expansion Applications
• Secondary Plan updates to Implement Low Density Residential Zoning
• Rental Housing Protection By-law Implementation
• Comprehensive Review of the LEED Community Improvement Plan and incentive program
• Waste Design Requirements for New Development

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing environmental assessments for water storage and drinking water systems in Carlisle and Greensville. The body is also considering reports on bicycle stop sign rules, sewer by-law updates, and various park improvements.

• Environmental assessments for Carlisle Water Storage and Greensville Drinking Water System
• Kenilworth Transmission Main Vertical Section Repairs procurement
• Bicycle Yield at Stop Signs – Idaho Stop proposal
• Sewer Use By-law Program 2023 Annual Update
• Consultancy work extension for AtkinsRealis Canada Inc. regarding Grindstone Creek Bridge 451

General Issues Committee (Budget)

The General Issues Committee (Budget) is meeting to receive delegation requests regarding the 2025 Budget. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and scheduled public presentations.

• Budget delegation from Karl Andrus
• Budget delegation from Tom Cooper and Ted Hildebrandt (Hamilton Roundtable for Poverty Reduction & Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton)
• Budget delegation from Manny Figueiredo (YMCA Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford)
• Budget delegation from Stewart Klazinga (ACORN Hamilton)

Light Rail Transit Sub-committee

The Hamilton Light Rail Transit Sub‑Committee will consider staff presentations on recruiting additional advisors to address climate justice, a change‑tracking framework for the LRT project, and information about potential grant and support programs. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, and declarations of interest. No specific decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Recruiting Additional LRT Sub‑Committee Advisors for Climate Justice (PED24087(a))
• Terms of Reference for a Change Tracking Framework for the Hamilton Light Rail Transit (PED24207)
• Information on Potential Grant and Support Programs Related to Light Rail Transit Construction (PED24182)

Waste Management Sub Committee

The Waste Management Sub‑Committee will review a series of staff updates, including landfill gas, waste diversion at events, a strategy to reduce single‑plastics, tonnage data, the Blue Box transition, the Solid Waste Management Master Plan, promotion and education, and waste diversion at Tim Hortons Field. After the updates, the committee will consider consent items related to action items from the Solid Waste Management Master Plan. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Landfill Gas Update (staff presentation)
• Waste Diversion at Events Update (staff presentation)
• Hamilton Strategy to Reduce Single‑Plastics Update (staff presentation)
• Solid Waste Management Master Plan presentation and consent items
• Waste Diversion at Tim Hortons Field (staff presentation)

Airport Sub-Committee

The Hamilton Airport Sub‑Committee will conduct routine procedural business, including approving the agenda and minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting. A staff presentation will provide a semi‑annual update on John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport. The committee will discuss the 2024‑2025 joint marketing initiatives between the City and the airport (PED24221). No other specific decisions are listed.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2024 (Meeting 24‑001)
• Staff presentation: John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport semi‑annual update
• Discussion of 2024‑2025 joint marketing initiatives (PED24221)
• Motions (unspecified) and notices of motion

Council

At its November 13, 2024 meeting, Hamilton City Council will consider a series of by‑law amendments. Items include changes to the council‑procedures by‑law (Bill 195), a tax‑exemption for 922 Main Street East (Bill 196), the creation of new city‑owned land on King Street East (Bill 197), a city‑wide overhaul of utility billing and collection policies (Bill 203), and revisions to on‑street parking regulations (Bill 202). The council will also receive various correspondence and reports, but the by‑law votes are the primary decisions.

• Bill 195 – Amend By‑law 21‑021 governing council and committee proceedings (city‑wide)
• Bill 196 – Exempt property at 922 Main Street East (Ward 3) from municipal and school taxation
• Bill 197 – Establish city‑owned land on King Street East (Lot 7, Concession 2, city‑wide)
• Bill 203 – Repeal and replace policies for utility billing and collections (city‑wide)
• Bill 202 – Amend By‑law 01‑218 to update on‑street parking schedules (wards 1, 3, 5, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13)

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The Mayor’s Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability will meet on November 13, 2024. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and declarations of interest, as well as a work‑plan update. The primary decision item is a motion to extend the term of the task force. Delegations and other discussion items will also be considered.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024
• Work‑plan update (to be distributed)
• Motion to extend the term of the Mayor’s Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability
• Delegation requests on feedback to increase transparency, accountability, and access

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities will review a presentation on accessible transportation customer experiences. The body will also discuss fire service evacuation procedures for people with various disabilities and receive updates from several working groups.

• Presentation on Accessible Transportation Services Journey Mapping
• Discussion on Fire Service’s Evacuation Procedures for People of Various Disabilities
• Correspondence regarding PRESTO equipment on HSR buses
• Correspondence regarding HSR Voluntary Pay Program and accessibility concerns
• Updates from Built Environment, Housing, Outreach, and Open Spaces and Parklands working groups

Delegated Consent Authority

The Delegated Consent Authority will consider two applications. The first concerns 270 Longwood Road South in Ward 1, with Longwood Hotels Inc. as purchaser and The Gore District Land Trustee Corporation as owner. The second concerns 259 and 265 Wilson Street East in Ward 12, with 259 Wilson St. Inc. as purchaser and The Trustee Board Ryerson United Church as owner. Attachments include notices, staff comments and signed decisions for each item.

• B‑24:64 – 270 Longwood Road South, Hamilton (Ward 1) – decision on application
• B‑24:41 – 259 & 265 Wilson Street East, Ancaster (Ward 12) – decision on application

Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee

The Hamilton Business Improvement Area Sub‑Committee will approve the agenda and minutes, receive updates on BIAs and an International Downtown Association conference overview, and vote on expenditure requests for the Locke Street, Stoney Creek, Westdale Village, Ancaster Village, Ottawa Street, and International Village Business Improvement Areas.

• Motion to approve Locke Street BIA expenditure request
• Motion to approve Stoney Creek BIA expenditure request
• Motion to approve Westdale Village BIA expenditure request
• Motion to approve Ancaster Village BIA expenditure request
• Motion to approve Ottawa Street BIA expenditure request

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review a series of development applications across multiple wards, including a rezoning request for 1135 Stone Church Road East (Ward 6) and a site plan for 71 Rebecca Street (Ward 2). Staff and agent comments will be considered, and decisions will be issued for items with completed documentation. The agenda also includes proposals for properties on Main Street East, Ottawa Street North, and West 5th Street, among others.

• A-24:217 – rezoning application for 1135 Stone Church Road East, Ward 6
• A-24:205 – site plan application for 71 Rebecca Street, Ward 2
• A-24:212 – development proposal for 1869 Main Street East, Ward 4
• A-24:219 – development proposal for 468 Ottawa Street North, Ward 4
• B-24:62 – rezoning decision for 854 West 5th Street, Ward 8

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

The Heritage Permit Review Sub‑Committee will consider three project proposals: removal of six dead trees and one unsafe tree at 610 York Boulevard; reconstruction of wooden front steps, painting, and selective masonry repointing at 122 MacNab Street South; and demolition of the former Tivoli Theatre auditorium and lobby at 108 James Street North and 111‑113 Hughson Street North. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, minutes approval, declarations of interest, and other standard items.

• Removal of six dead trees and one partially‑dead, unsafe tree at 610 York Boulevard (HP2024-037).
• Reconstruction of wooden front steps, painting to match existing colour, and selective masonry repointing at 122 MacNab Street South (HP2024-036).
• Demolition of the former Tivoli Theatre auditorium and lobby structures at 108 James Street North and 111‑113 Hughson Street North (HP2024-033).

CityHousing Hamilton Corporation Shareholder Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no substantive items, decisions, or discussion topics listed.

Development Industry Liaison Group

The Development Industry Liaison Group is holding a special meeting to discuss specific updates to the Site Plan Control By-Law. The focus of the session is on lapsing provisions.

• Discussion on Changes to the Site Plan Control By-Law - Lapsing Provisions

Sole Voting Member of the Hamilton Tourism Development Corp

The agenda for the Hamilton Tourism Development Corp meeting on 2024-11-08 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder with only procedural headings and no concrete proposals, contracts, or hearings.

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The Emergency and Community Services Committee will review a community risk assessment and discuss new funding formulas for early learning and child care. The agenda also includes a motion to replace floor mats at a recreation centre and a report on a senior citizens' advisory committee.

• Community Risk Assessment presentation
• Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care New Funding Formula
• Replacement of Floor Mats at Huntington Park Recreation Centre
• Flamborough Connects motion
• Senior's Advisory Committee Op-Ed request

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to discuss utility billing policies and land-use planning bonds. The body will also review several audits and financial statements for city-wide programs and business improvement areas.

• Consolidated Utility Billing and Collections Policy
• Consultation on Pay on Demand Surety Bonds for land-use planning obligations
• 2020, 2021 and 2022 Audited Financial Statements for Business Improvement Areas (BIAs)
• Grightmire Arena Lessons Learned Audit management responses status report
• Water Meter Program Audit and Water Billing Service Transition Project

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will consider hearing orders for 160 Hughson Street South, 163 Kensington Avenue North, 43 Ottawa Street North, and 853 Main Street East. These items were carried over from previous meetings (September 4 and October 2). The committee will also address a member resignation.

• Hearings on property standards order for 160 Hughson Street South
• Hearings on property standards order for 163 Kensington Avenue North
• Hearings on property standards order for 43 Ottawa Street North
• Hearings on property standards order for 853 Main Street East
• Consideration of member resignation (Neal)

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will review the 2025 Budget and Financing Plan Outlook and the City of Hamilton Watershed Action Plan. The meeting also includes a motion to amend an encampment protocol and closed sessions regarding land acquisition and cybersecurity.

• 2025 Budget and Financing Plan Outlook presentation
• City of Hamilton Watershed Action Plan presentation
• Motion to amend Public Feedback and Recommendations for an Encampment Protocol
• Closed session regarding acquisition of land in Ward 10
• Closed session regarding Legal Update on Cybersecurity Incident

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will hold public hearings on several development proposals, including a rezoning of a portion of Upper James Street between the Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway and Twenty Road to a Mixed‑Use Medium‑Density (TOC1) designation. It will also hear applications for an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By‑law Amendments at 286 Lewis Road and at 72‑78 Stirton Street, as well as appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal for pending zoning decisions at 393 Rymal Road West and multiple parcels on Dickenson Road West and Glancaster Road. Additional staff presentations will cover market land supply, provincial planning statements, and other planning matters.

• Public hearing: rezoning Upper James Street (Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway to Twenty Road) to Mixed‑Use Medium‑Density (TOC1)
• Public hearing: Official Plan and Zoning By‑law amendments for 286 Lewis Road, Stoney Creek
• Public hearing: Zoning By‑law amendment for 72 and 78 Stirton Street, Hamilton
• Appeal to Ontario Land Tribunal for ZAC‑20‑029 at 393 Rymal Road West, Ward 8
• Appeal to Ontario Land Tribunal for ZAH‑22‑021 and Draft Plan of Subdivision at multiple sites on Dickenson Road West and Glancaster Road, Ward 11

Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee will consider a motion regarding the unsupervised distribution of needles and crack pipes. The meeting includes a staff presentation on the 2024 Hamilton Community Health Status Report and a notice of motion concerning black soot residue in the Lower City.

• Motion on Unsupervised Distribution of Illegal Drug Paraphernalia Including Needles and Crack Pipes
• Staff presentation: Hamilton Community Health Status Report 2024
• Notice of Motion: Public Health Impacts of Black Soot Residue in Lower City
• Correspondence from Regional Municipality of Waterloo regarding Closure of Safe Consumption Sites
• Correspondence from Mohawk College regarding Installation of Harm-Reduction Vending Machines

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will hold a public hearing on the proposed permanent closure and sale of a portion of Sanatorium Road in Ward 14. It will also review a pathway proposal by the Rockton Lions Club at Beverly Community Park (Ward 13) and consider an investment in the Trenholme Park Bocce Club. Additional items include a water service permit request for 7030 Twenty Road East (Ward 11) and a discussion of the annual sewage spills report.

• Pathway Proposal by the Rockton Lions Club at Beverly Community Park, 680 Hwy. No. 8 (Flamborough) – Outstanding Business List Item
• Proposed Permanent Closure and Sale of a Portion of Sanatorium Road, Hamilton (Ward 14) – Public Hearing
• Investment in Trenholme Park Bocce Club, 135 Trenholme Crescent (Ward 6)
• Water Service Permit for 7030 Twenty Road East (Ward 11) – Notice of Motion
• Sewage Spills from City Infrastructure – Annual Report (City Wide) – Discussion Item

Seniors Advisory Committee

The committee will approve the agenda, minutes, and any declarations of interest, then review updates from its working groups on housing, communications and mobility. It will also discuss planning for events such as the International Day of Older Persons, the Seniors Kick‑off Event, Senior of the Year Awards, and the Extreme Heat Committee. No specific motions, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (Oct 4 2024)
• Updates from Housing Working Group
• Planning for International Day of Older Persons
• Discussion of Extreme Heat Committee

Community Benefits Protocol Sub-Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion items, decisions, or reports.

Governance Review Sub-Committee

The Governance Review Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Governance Workplan and the 2025 Council and Committee Schedule of Meetings. The committee will also review minutes from the September 13, 2024 meeting.

• Governance Workplan (CC24001)
• 2025 Council and Committee Schedule of Meetings (FCS24062)

Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Liaison Committee

The Hamilton‑Wentworth District School Board Liaison Committee will consider feedback on the analysis of school heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning systems. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, approval of minutes from the May 27 2024 meeting, and other standard procedural matters.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from May 27 2024 meeting
• Feedback on analysis of Hamilton schools with adequate HVAC systems (Item 10.1)
• Delegation requests and delegations
• General information / other business

Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board LC

The Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board Liaison Committee will receive and refer a correspondence analyzing the adequacy of HVAC systems in Hamilton schools. The committee will then discuss feedback on that analysis. Routine items such as approval of the agenda and minutes from the August 23, 2022 meeting will also be addressed.

• Receive and refer correspondence: Analysis of Hamilton Schools with Adequate HVAC Systems
• Discuss feedback respecting the analysis of Hamilton Schools with Adequate HVAC Systems
• Approve the meeting agenda
• Approve minutes of the previous meeting held August 23, 2022
• Conduct ceremonial activities

Climate Change Advisory Committee

The Climate Change Advisory Committee will discuss the Draft Framework for Processing and Evaluating Urban Boundary Expansion Applications and review recommended projects for Climate Change Reserve funding. Staff will also present updates on the Hamilton’s Climate Action Strategy and the Green Building Standards.

• Review Draft Framework for Urban Boundary Expansion Applications
• Review 2024 City-Led Projects for Climate Change Reserve Funding
• Review Hamilton’s Climate Action Strategy 2024 Annual Update
• Review Green Building Standards
• Review Terms of Reference for Buildings Working Group

Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees

The Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees will meet to approve previous minutes and deliberate on the appointment of an Education Representative to the Public Health Subcommittee. The committee will also address vacancies on the Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities.

• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024
• Deliberation on Education Representative for Public Health Subcommittee
• Vacancies on Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities
• Closed session to discuss personal matters of identifiable individuals
• Correspondence regarding Accessibility Committee recruitment

Hamilton Veterans Committee

The Hamilton Veterans Committee will conduct ceremonial activities, approve the agenda and minutes, and discuss communications such as Argyll Pavilion protection and the Remembrance Crosswalk in Stoney Creek. The meeting also includes a presentation of the 2025 budget to the Emergency and Community Services Committee and discussion of several remembrance projects for 2024, including services, a merchant marine marker, a wreath project, and research on a grave. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are listed for discussion and possible approval.

• Argyll Pavilion protection
• Remembrance Crosswalk Stoney Creek
• Veterans' Place vandalism repairs
• 2025 budget presentation to Emergency and Community Services Committee
• Remembrance Services 2024

Sole Voting Member of the Hamilton Farmers' Market

The Hamilton Farmers' Market Sole Voting Member will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 30, 2023 meeting. The session includes communications, consent items, a staff presentation by the Hamilton Farmers' Market Corporation, shareholder resolutions covering the annual report and auditor appointment, and any motions or notices before adjourning.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of November 30, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff presentation by Hamilton Farmers' Market Corporation
• Shareholder resolutions: annual report, financial statements, auditor appointment
• Motions and notices of motion

Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee

The Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, receive several heritage designation notices, and review staff presentations recommending three new designations. It will also consider delegated approvals for three heritage permit applications and discuss a demolition permit request for 940 Beach Boulevard. All items are presented for committee decision or discussion.

• Recommendation to designate 2251 Rymal Road East, Stoney Creek (Former Elfrida United Church) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
• Recommendation to designate 21‑25 Jones Street, Stoney Creek (the Powerhouse) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
• Recommendation to designate 134 Cannon Street East, Hamilton (Former Cannon Knitting Mills) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
• Delegated approval of Heritage Permit Applications HP2024‑028 (125 St. Clair Avenue), HP2024‑026 (24 Union Street), and HP2024‑027 (610 York Boulevard)
• Discussion of Heritage Permit Application HP2024‑023 to permit demolition at 940 Beach Boulevard

Council

At the October 23 meeting, Hamilton City Council will consider routine agenda items such as approvals of minutes, receipt of inter‑municipal correspondence, and committee reports. Council will vote on three by‑law items: an amendment to the on‑street parking regulations for five wards, the designation of a heritage property at 6 Websters Falls Road, and a motion confirming the council’s proceedings. Several motions will also be considered, including a grant for the Locke Street Business Improvement Area and the release of funds to the Immigrant Culture and Art Association.

• Amend By‑law No. 01‑218 (on‑street parking schedules, No Parking Zones, No Stopping Zones) for Wards 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 (Bill No. 184)
• Designate 6 Websters Falls Road, Flamborough as Property of Cultural Heritage Value (Bill No. 185)
• Confirm the proceedings of City Council (Bill No. 186)
• Motion to release City Enrichment Fund and Bridge Funding to Immigrant Culture and Art Association, waiving the hold policy
• Locke Street Business Improvement Area Pedestrianization Grant (Ward 1) motion

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider various development and zoning applications across several wards. The body will review requests for specific properties in Glanbrook, Ancaster, Flamborough, and Hamilton.

• B-24:49 and A-24:188: 3417 Tyneside Road & 3325 Tyneside Road, Glanbrook
• A-24:208: 0 Portia Drive, Ancaster
• A-24:205: 71 Rebecca Street, Hamilton
• A-24:206: 47-49 Ontario Avenue, Hamilton
• A-24:217: 1135 Stone Church Road East, Hamilton

Delegated Consent Authority

The Delegated Consent Authority will review a consent application for the property at 9300 Airport Road West, also known as 300 Aviation Dr., in Ward 11. The applicant is 2562616 Alberta Ltd., operating as Latitude Air Ambulance. The City of Hamilton, represented by Chief Real Estate Officer R. Kessler, is the property owner. The board will consider the application and any staff recommendation.

• Consent application for 9300 Airport Road West (300 Aviation Dr.) by Latitude Air Ambulance (Applicant 2562616 Alberta Ltd.)

Open For Business Sub-Committee

The Open For Business Sub-Committee is meeting to conduct routine business and review a staff presentation regarding the Common House Café (PED24210) for the city-wide area.

• Staff presentation on Common House Café (PED24210) (City Wide)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to review zoning by-law amendments, official plan changes, and demolition permits. The session includes public hearings regarding specific property developments and city-wide planning requirements under Bill 185.

• Public hearing for zoning and subdivision applications at 65 and 69 Eleanor Avenue, 177 Mentino Crescent, and 224 Eaglewood Drive
• Public hearing for city-initiated Official Plan Amendments under Bill 185
• Discussion on a framework for processing Urban Boundary Expansions
• Demolition permit for 639 Rymal Road West
• Demolition permit for 3033 and 3047 Binbrook Road (Deferred to a Future Meeting)

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee will consider city‑wide mid‑year budget adjustments. It will also review updates to the reserve fund policy for growth‑funding tools and a proposed amendment to the Community Benefits Charges By‑Law. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes.

• 2024 Mid‑Year Budget Adjustments (FCS24047) – city‑wide
• Growth Funding Tools: Reserve Fund Policy Updates (FCS24042) – city‑wide
• Community Benefits Charges By‑Law Amendment (FCS24016)
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from October 3 and October 4, 2024

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The agenda for the Hamilton Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability meeting on October 16, 2024 contains no listed items or details. No descriptions, categories, or decisions are provided in the document.

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will consider several consent items, including the 2023 Annual Energy Report and Next Generation 9-1-1 Service Delivery agreements. It will receive the Business Improvement Area Sub‑Committee Report and discuss the Outstanding Business List item on public access to Hamilton piers (Ward 5). The committee will also consider amendments to the Outstanding Business List, updating due dates for special‑event traffic plans and removing completed transportation expenditure reporting.

• 2023 Annual Energy Report (PW21049(c) / FCS24050) – consent item
• Next Generation 9‑1‑1 Service Delivery – Authority Agreements (FCS20082(f) / HSC20045(f)) – consent item
• Business Improvement Area Sub‑Committee Report 24‑007 – October 8, 2024
• Public Access to Hamilton Piers (PW24061) – discussion item (Ward 5)
• Amendments to Outstanding Business List: new due date for special‑event traffic plans (Dec 4, 2024) and removal of completed transportation expenditure report

The General Issues Committee approved a motion to enter into a license agreement for public access to the Lake Ontario side of the Hamilton Piers, authorizing $50,000 for walking surface improvements and $350,000 for railings, plus a $20,000 annual operating budget increase. The committee also approved removing seven parks and green spaces from the Encampment Protocol as compliant sites once 192 temporary shelter beds are operational, and directed staff to explore an accelerated timeline for the city's net zero goal.

• Approved public access to Hamilton Piers with $400K for improvements and railings (12-0)
• Approved removing 7 parks from Encampment Protocol as compliant sites once 192 shelter beds operational (10-2)
• Approved Climate Action Strategy 2024 update and accelerated net zero timeline exploration (13-0)
• Approved $14,271.77 Concession Street BIA expenditure for benches, banners, planters, and storage (13-0)
• Approved $4,969.27 Downtown Hamilton BIA expenditure for holiday decor (13-0)
• Approved $10,856.43 Ancaster BIA expenditure for beautification and holiday decor (13-0)
• Approved $17,714.66 Barton Village BIA expenditure for special events and holiday decor (13-0)
• Approved authorization for Next Generation 9-1-1 service agreements (13-0)

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

The Heritage Permit Review Sub‑Committee will first approve its agenda, declarations of interest, and minutes from the September 17 meeting. It will then discuss three heritage permit items: demolition of a rear detached contemporary shed at 2 Griffin Street in Flamborough, and the installation of designation plaques at 176 Wilson Street East and 1166 Garner Road West in Ancaster, which involve drilling mortar joints and affixing plaques with stainless‑steel anchors and anti‑vandalism measures.

• HP2024-032 – Demolition of rear detached contemporary shed at 2 Griffin Street, Flamborough
• HP2024-030 – Installation of designation plaque at 176 Wilson Street East, Ancaster (drilling mortar joints, stainless‑steel anchors)
• HP2024-031 – Installation of designation plaque at 1166 Garner Road West, Ancaster (drilling mortar joints, stainless‑steel anchors)
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from September 17, 2024

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss road safety, recycling agreements, and transportation policy. The session includes a public hearing regarding the permanent closure and sale of an alleyway and several motions for local infrastructure funding.

• Public hearing for permanent closure and sale of alleyway abutting 830 Barton Street East
• Blue Box Service Agreement with Circular Materials Ontario for Community Recycling Centres
• Road safety review of James Street North at York Boulevard/Wilson Street Intersection
• Funding motions for tree planting at Lawfield Elementary School and St. John Henry Newman Catholic Secondary School
• Lifecycle investment for Stoney Creek Optimist Clubhouse and Tennis Clubhouse washrooms

Council

The Hamilton City Council will consider routine items such as agenda approval, declarations of interest and committee reports, followed by a series of motions and by‑law votes. Key decisions include authorizing a 2024‑2034 municipal funding agreement for the Canada Community‑Building Fund and multiple land‑use by‑laws that close and sell portions of alleyways, amend parking regulations, and adjust zoning at 48 Jenny Court. The council will also vote on using optical scanning vote tabulators for the 2025 Ward 4 school board by‑election.

• Bill 178 – Authorize signing of the 2024‑2034 Municipal Funding Agreement for the Canada Community‑Building Fund (city‑wide)
• Bill 171 – Permanently close and sell a portion of the unassumed alleyway abutting 154 Lottridge Street (Ward 3)
• Bill 175 – Amend Zoning By‑law No. 05‑200 for lands at 48 Jenny Court, Stoney Creek (Ward 10, ZAC‑23‑004)
• Bill 174 – Amend By‑law No. 01‑218 to update No‑Parking, Permit Parking, and Wheelchair Loading zones (Wards 3, 9, 13)
• Bill 179 – Authorize use of optical scanning vote tabulators for the 2025 Ward 4 English Public School Board by‑election

Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee

The Hamilton Business Improvement Area Sub‑Committee will approve the agenda, minutes, and declarations of interest before moving to staff presentations. It will hear a presentation on BIA waste collection services and consider expenditure requests for the Concession Street, Downtown Hamilton, Ancaster, and Barton Village Business Improvement Areas. The meeting concludes with motions and general business.

• Business Improvement Area Waste Collection Services presentation
• Concession Street BIA expenditure requests
• Downtown Hamilton BIA expenditure requests
• Ancaster BIA expenditure requests
• Barton Village BIA expenditure requests

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities will receive updates from its Built Environment, Housing, Outreach, Transportation, Strategic Planning, and Open Spaces and Parklands working groups. It will also discuss three items: paramedic service in the community, procedures for picking up people using mobility devices in public, and accessible arresting procedures and cells. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Built Environment Working Group Recommendations for Accessible Outdoor Patio Dining
• Built Environment Working Group Update (Oct 1 2024)
• Housing Working Group Update (no copy)
• Transportation Working Group Update (no copy)
• Discussion: Accessible Arresting Procedures and Cells (no copy)

Committee of Adjustment

At its October 8, 2024 meeting, the Hamilton Committee of Adjustment will consider a series of development applications and rezoning requests for properties in Wards 1, 2, 7, 11, 12 and 13. Items include proposals for 579 Upper Wentworth Street, 3392 Homestead Drive, 9662 Twenty Road West, 167 Locke Street South, 442 Aberdeen Avenue, 1 Dromore Crescent, 73 Hughson Street North, 64 Main Street East, 51‑53 West Avenue North, 381‑383 MacNab Street North, 455 Springbrook Drive, and 113 Melville Street. The committee will review staff comments and public comments where provided and make decisions on each application.

• A‑24.201 – 579 Upper Wentworth Street (Ward 7)
• B‑24.57 – 3392 Homestead Drive (Ward 11)
• B‑24.53 – 167 Locke Street South (Ward 1)
• A‑24.204 – 1 Dromore Crescent (Ward 1) – request to defer
• B‑24.54 – 455 Springbrook Drive (Ward 12)

Waste Management Sub Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee (Special - DC Hearing)

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee is meeting for a special hearing regarding development charges. The session focuses on a specific complaint related to a property at 586 Tradewind Drive.

• Development Charges Complaint hearing for 586 Tradewind Drive

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee will meet virtually to review updates from its housing, communications, getting‑around, and elder‑abuse working groups. It will receive council follow‑up on the Coroner’s Inquest and plan upcoming events such as the International Day of Older Persons and the Seniors Kick‑off Event. Standard agenda items include approvals, declarations of interest, motions, and other business.

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The Emergency & Community Services Committee will consider a non‑competitive procurement of electric beds and accessories for wards 7 and 13. It will also review proposed rental fee adjustments for Community Living Hamilton across the city. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approvals of agenda, minutes, and committee reports.

• Standardization and Non‑Competitive Procurement of Electric Beds and Accessories (HSC19028(a)) for Wards 7 and 13
• Community Living Hamilton Rental Fees (HSC24036) – city‑wide proposal

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee will meet on Thursday, October 3, 2024 to approve the agenda and the minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting. It will consider a consent item proposing a city‑wide federal development charges freeze (FCS24029). The committee will also discuss the city‑wide 2024‑2034 Canada Community‑Building Fund (CCBF) Agreement (FCS24027). No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Consent item: Proposed Federal Development Charges Freeze Impact (FCS24029) – city‑wide
• Discussion item: 2024‑2034 Canada Community‑Building Fund (CCBF) Agreement (FCS24027) – city‑wide
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024 meeting
• Staff presentations

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will consider two hearing items: an order for 163 Kensington Avenue North and an order for 43 Ottawa Street North. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, conflicts of interest, previous minutes, consent, tribunal business, and adjournment.

• Hearing on Order for 163 Kensington Avenue North
• Hearing on Order for 43 Ottawa Street North

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will consider staff presentations on economic development and transportation expenditures, consent item reports from the Mayor's Transparency Task Force and the Downtown Core Task Force, and discussion items including the municipal capital facility for John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, a process to appoint a municipal representative to the Hamilton‑Oshawa Port Authority Board, the Green and Inclusive Communities Building Program Intake 3, the Accessibility Committee report, and the Light Rail Transit Sub‑Committee report.

• Discussion of Municipal Capital Facility John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (PED24061)
• Establishing a process to appoint a municipal representative to the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority Board (PED23021(a))
• Green and Inclusive Communities Building Program Intake 3 (FCS21055(b))
• Light Rail Transit Sub‑Committee Report (24‑003)
• Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability Report (24‑007)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will hold a public hearing on a zoning by-law amendment for the property at 48 Jenny Court, Stoney Creek (Ward 10). It will also discuss updates to development financial policies, including rates for over‑sizing of infrastructure and new roads servicing. The committee will review city‑wide green building standards and related site‑servicing guidelines. Additional items include a deferred parking penalty increase and a demolition control exemption for 3033 and 3047 Binbrook Road.

• Zoning By-law Amendment application for 48 Jenny Court, Stoney Creek (PED24178)
• Update to development financial rates for over‑sizing infrastructure and new roads servicing (PED24174)
• Review of Green Building Standards and site‑servicing guidelines (PED24114, PED24102)
• Deferred Parking Penalty Increases (PED24139)
• Demolition Control Exemption request for 3033 and 3047 Binbrook Road (13.1)

Municipal Act Appeals

The Hamilton Municipal Act Appeals meeting agenda contains no listed items or decisions. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed. The agenda appears to be procedural with no substantive content.

Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee will review updates on healthy and safe communities and receive a physician recruitment annual report. The body will also consider motions regarding mental health policy and HVAC systems in Hamilton schools.

• Physician Recruitment Program 2023/2024 Annual Report
• Delegation request from Inna Berditchevskaia regarding the closure of the Supervised Consumption Site
• Staff presentation on Collective Impact: Healthy and Safe Communities and the Greater Hamilton Health Network 2024 Update
• Motion on the historical overview of mental health policy and its implications for Hamilton
• Motion on the analysis of Hamilton schools with adequate HVAC systems

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review a staff presentation on Dundas Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades. It will consider consent items including the Waste Management Sub‑Committee Report, Canada Public Transit Fund permanent baseline funding, and the Surface Water Quality Program 2023 update. A public hearing will be held on the proposed permanent closure and sale of a portion of road allowance at 37 Mountain Avenue North in Stoney Creek. The committee will also consider a motion on rural broadband.

• Staff presentation: Dundas Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades (PW24059)
• Consent item: Waste Management Sub‑Committee Report 24‑003
• Consent item: Canada Public Transit Fund – Permanent Baseline Funding (PW24058)
• Consent item: Surface Water Quality Program 2023 Annual Update (PW24060)
• Public hearing: Proposed permanent closure and sale of road allowance at 37 Mountain Avenue North, Stoney Creek (PW24056)

Municipal Act Appeals

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee

The Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, then review staff presentations recommending the designation of four properties—265 Mill Street South, 24 Blake Street, 311 Wilson Street East, and 134 Cannon Street East—under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. It will also consider delegated heritage permit applications for roof, window and tree work at several addresses. A discussion item will address the 2024 Provincial Planning Statement and its cultural heritage resource policies.

• Recommendation to designate 265 Mill Street South, Flamborough (PED24169)
• Recommendation to designate 24 Blake Street, Hamilton (PED24171)
• Recommendation to designate 311 Wilson Street East, Ancaster (PED24170)
• Recommendation to designate 134 Cannon Street East, Hamilton (PED24136)
• Review of heritage permit applications HP2024-019 to HP2024-022

Council

The Hamilton City Council meeting will consider a series of by‑law changes, including designating a property at 291 King Street West, Dundas as a cultural heritage site, adopting Official Plan Amendment No. 213 for 1600 Upper James Street in Ward 8, and amending zoning by‑law for the same site. Additional items include a citywide amendment to the tariff of fees and changes to on‑street parking regulations across multiple wards. The council will also receive communications, committee reports, and motions on various topics.

• Bill No. 162 – Designate 291 King Street West, Dundas as Property of Cultural Heritage Value (Ward 13)
• Bill No. 163 – Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 213 for 1600 Upper James Street (Ward 8)
• Bill No. 164 – Amend Zoning By‑law No. 05‑200 for lands at 1600 Upper James Street (Ward 8)
• Bill No. 167 – Amend By‑law No. 12‑282 to update the Tariff of Fees (city‑wide)
• Bill No. 168 – Amend By‑law No. 01‑218 to regulate on‑street parking (multiple wards)

Climate Change Advisory Committee

The Climate Change Advisory Committee will review a motion to adopt more ambitious green building standards. The meeting includes a staff presentation on carbon budgeting and accounting, as well as discussions on working group mandates.

• Motion respecting Adopting More Ambitious Green Buildings Standards
• Staff presentation: Overview of Carbon Budget & Accounting
• Review of Terms of Reference for Technical and Governance, Community Engagement, Climate Justice, and Buildings working groups
• Discussion of Citizen Committee Report regarding green building standards

Hamilton Renewable Power Inc. Shareholder

The body is meeting for its 2024 Annual General Meeting to review corporate governance and financial planning. Shareholders will consider resolutions regarding the corporate budget and the appointment of auditors.

• Receive the 2024 Budget of the Corporation
• Appointment of Auditors of the Corporation
• Ratification of shareholder resolutions
• Review of Board of Directors minutes from December 12, 2023, June 13, 2024, and September 12, 2024

Hamilton Veterans Committee

The Hamilton Veterans Committee is meeting to discuss several commemorative projects and administrative updates. The agenda includes planning for Remembrance Day 2024 and the Hamilton Wreath Project 2024.

• Remembrance Day 2024 discussion
• Hamilton Wreath Project 2024 discussion
• Dieppe Service Review
• Merchant Marine Marker
• Budget Update

West Harbour Development Sub-Committee

The West Harbour Development Sub‑Committee meeting agenda does not contain any listed items or descriptions. No decisions, contracts, or discussions are detailed in the provided agenda. The document appears to be a template or placeholder with no substantive content.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to discuss and decide on various development and zoning applications across several wards. The agenda includes previously tabled items and new applications for properties in Glanbrook, Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Ancaster, and Flamborough.

• A-24:189: 852 Upper Wentworth Street, Hamilton (Ward 7)
• HM/A-23:261: 1865 Rymal Road East, Stoney Creek (Ward 9)
• B-24:50: 39 Stone Church Road East, Hamilton (Ward 8)
• A-24:80: 262 Springbrook Avenue, Ancaster (Ward 12)
• FL/B-22:72 and FL/A-22:248: 394 Old Brock Road, Flamborough (Ward 13)

Hamilton Street Railway Company Shareholder

The Hamilton Street Railway Company shareholder meeting will approve the agenda, record declarations of interest, and adopt the minutes from the October 23, 2023 meeting. It will consider shareholder resolutions concerning an audit exemption and related confirmatory actions. The council will also address any motions, notices, and private matters before adjourning.

• Approval of agenda
• Declarations of interest
• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2023
• Shareholder resolutions – audit exemption and confirmatory actions
• Motions

Grants Sub-Committee

The Grants Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet on September 23, 2024, to review a procedural agenda. The meeting is listed as a standard session with no specific items of business or decisions noted in the provided record.

• Meeting scheduled for September 23, 2024
• Procedural agenda only
• No specific items of business listed

Light Rail Transit Sub-committee

The Light Rail Transit Sub‑Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. It will receive a staff presentation updating the public on LRT project communications and engagement. The committee will consider a motion to establish baseline measures for keeping the LRT on the right track and review a confidential partial property acquisition update.

• Motion 12.1: Establishing a baseline of measures for getting Hamilton's Light Rail Transit on the right track
• Staff presentation: Hamilton Light Rail Transit Project Communications and Engagement Update (PED24150)
• Withdrawal of recruiting additional LRT Sub‑Committee advisors (item 8.1)
• Private and confidential: Hamilton Light Rail Transit Partial Property Acquisition Update (PED24083(a))
• Amendments to the Outstanding Business List, including removal of completed climate‑justice item

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The Emergency and Community Services Committee will review updates on the municipal golf course and the city’s Age‑Friendly Community progress. It will discuss a city‑wide Next Generation 9‑1‑1 Public Safety Answering Point Contingency Routing Agreement and a loan request from Rosedale Tennis Club. A proposed program‑manager position for Paramedic Services scheduling will also be examined. Delegation requests on Mohawk Sports Park, gun‑violence funding, and a gender‑based safety audit will be noted for future meetings.

• Discussion of Hamilton Fire Department Next Generation 9‑1‑1 Contingency Routing Agreement (HSC24034)
• Rosedale Tennis Club Inc. loan request (FCS23075(a))
• Program Manager, Scheduling & Attendance Management – Paramedic Services proposal (HSC24032)
• Municipal Golf Course update (HSC24002)
• Hamilton’s Plan for Age Friendly Community 2023 Progress Report (HSC24007)

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee will consider reports on city‑wide tax arrears and assessment appeals for 2023. It will also hear a motion to allocate community grants for Ward 2 for the third quarter of 2024. The meeting includes routine items such as agenda approval, declarations of interest, and other administrative business.

• Annual Tax Arrears report (city‑wide) as of Dec 31 2023
• Annual Assessment Appeals report (city‑wide) as of Dec 31 2023
• Motion to approve Ward 2 Community Grants for Q3 2024

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will discuss several items, including a service manager consent for Victoria Park Community Homes Inc. and delegated authority for municipal aid agreements and grant receipt. Staff will present the 2024‑2028 Tourism Strategy and a report on reducing homelessness and managing encampments. Two motions will be considered: one to develop an evaluation framework for leasing options and another to investigate possible future public use of the former Hamilton Pressed Brick Company site at 175 Lawrence Rd (Ward 3).

• Motion: Investigation of possible future public use for 175 Lawrence Rd (Former Hamilton Pressed Brick Company Site) (Ward 3)
• Discussion: Service Manager Consent for Victoria Park Community Homes Inc. (HSC24035)
• Discussion: Delegated Authority for Municipal Aid Agreements (PW24053)
• Discussion: Delegated Authority to Receive Grants (PED24161)
• Staff Presentation: 2024‑2028 Tourism Strategy (PED24046(a))

The General Issues Committee approved a sweeping plan to reduce homelessness and manage encampments, including 192 temporary shelter beds at a cost of about $4.18M for 2024-25, an 80-bed temporary outdoor shelter site costing about $7M, and 7 new permanent staff positions. The outdoor shelter motion passed 12-4, with amendments removing Bayfront Park, Pier 4 Park, and Central Park as permitted encampment locations and banning encampments within 1 km of the site. The committee also approved a $1.21M grant to the Art Gallery of Hamilton, delegated authority for mutual aid agreements, and directed staff to study possible public use of 175 Lawrence Rd.

• Approved 192 temporary shelter beds for $4,177,468 (16-0)
• Approved 80-bed temporary outdoor shelter site for ~$7M (12-4)
• Approved 7 new FTE for shelter support at ~$800,000/year (10-6)
• Approved $1.21M grant to Art Gallery of Hamilton (12-1)
• Approved delegation of authority for mutual aid agreements (13-0)
• Approved Service Manager consent for Victoria Park Community Homes mortgages (12-0)
• Approved sale of land for Highway 5/6 interchange (11-2)
• Directed staff to study public use of 175 Lawrence Rd (14-0)

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability will approve the agenda and minutes from the August 14, 2024 meeting, then review the project's progress, the workplan, and the proposed focus‑group approach, all of which will be provided in distributed materials. No decisions or motions are listed beyond standard procedural items.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2024
• Project progress review (materials to be distributed)
• Workplan review (materials to be distributed)
• Focus‑group approach review (materials to be distributed)

Planning Committee

The Hamilton Planning Committee will consider a city‑wide Official Plan amendment, Zoning By‑law amendment and subdivision plan (PED24158). It will hold a public hearing on an Official Plan and Zoning amendment for the property at 1600 Upper James Street in Ward 8 (PED24159). Discussion items include amendments for 173 and 177 Dundas Street East (PED24068), new Growth Management Division fees (PED24157), and parking penalty increases (PED24139). The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, minutes approval, and other procedural items.

• Consent items: Active Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By‑law Amendment, and Plan of Subdivision (PED24158) – city‑wide
• Public hearing: Official Plan and Zoning By‑law Amendment for 1600 Upper James Street, Ward 8 (PED24159)
• Discussion: Official Plan and Zoning By‑law Amendment for 173 & 177 Dundas Street East, Ward 15 (PED24068)
• Discussion: New fees – Growth Management Division (PED24157)
• Discussion: Parking penalty increases (PED24139)

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

The Hamilton Heritage Permit Review Sub‑Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting. It will then discuss three heritage permit items: planting up to 23 new trees at 610 York Boulevard (Dundurn Castle, Part IV), planting a replacement native Tulip Tree at 125 St. Clair Avenue (St. Clair Avenue HCD, Part V), and replacing exterior wood siding, windows, and related components at 24 Union Street in Flamborough (Mill Street HCD, Part V). No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• HP2024-027 – Plant up to 23 new trees on the west side of Dundurn Park at 610 York Boulevard, across three areas (3, 6, and up to 14 trees).
• HP2024-028 – Plant a replacement native Tulip Tree in the front yard at 125 St. Clair Avenue.
• HP2024-026 – Replace wood board‑and‑batten siding with Citadel Blue stained Maibec boards, install new metal trim, replace eavestroughs, and upgrade windows at 24 Union Street, Flamborough.
• Approval of agenda and approval of minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting.
• Declarations of interest and other procedural items (ceremonial activities, communications, delegation requests).

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider two motions to replace playground equipment and sun shelters at Lake Pointe Park in Stoney Creek and at Inch Park in Ward 7. A staff presentation will review the Accessible Transportation Services Eligibility Appeal Policy. The committee will discuss an in‑house bid for the 2024 HSR Trans‑Cab request for tenders covering Wards 9‑11. A private item concerns a contract administration fee increase for Arcadis Professional Services related to a transit maintenance and storage facility.

• Motion: Lake Pointe Park Playground and Sun Shelter Replacement, 60 Westhampton Way (Stoney Creek)
• Motion: Inch Park Inclusive Play Space Replacement, 400 Queensdale Avenue East (Ward 7)
• Staff presentation on Accessible Transportation Services Eligibility Appeal Policy (PW24051)
• Discussion: HSR Trans‑Cab In‑House Bid for 2024 Request for Tenders (PW24055) for Wards 9‑11
• Private/confidential: Transit Maintenance & Storage Facility – Policy 11 Contract Administration Fee Increase – Arcadis Professional Services (PW19006(b))

The Public Works Committee approved several items, including authorizing a Request for Tenders for Trans-Cab shared ride services and establishing an in-house bid team with the ATU. It also approved funding for playground and sun shelter replacements at Lake Pointe Park and an additional $1,000,000 for the Inch Park inclusive play space. A motion to review a collision in the Keith Neighbourhood and implement Complete Streets recommendations was carried, and a notice of motion on rural broadband was introduced.

• Approved Accessible Transportation Services Eligibility Appeal Policy (14-0)
• Authorized RFT for Trans-Cab services and in-house bid team (14-0)
• Approved up to $250,000 from GFL Stoney Creek Reserve for Lake Pointe Park playground (14-0)
• Approved up to $100,000 from Ward 10 Non-Property Tax Revenue for sun shelter (14-0)
• Approved additional $1,000,000 for Inch Park inclusive play space from Ward 7 Reserve (14-0)
• Approved Keith Neighbourhood collision review and Complete Streets implementation (14-0)
• Received confidential report on Transit Maintenance & Storage Facility contract fee increase (11-2)
• Approved delegation request from Rockton Lions Club for future meeting (13-0)

Apportionment of Land Taxes

The Hamilton City Council will meet on September 13, 2024 to discuss the apportionment of land taxes. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed in the provided document.

The City of Hamilton's Apportionment of Land Taxes committee approved tax apportionments for 10 properties, totaling over $3.4 million in taxes. One property, 117 Highland Rd W, had its apportionment cancelled pending further review. The meeting was procedural, with no public delegations.

• Approved apportionment for 502-544 Centennial Pkwy N: $2,044,590
• Approved apportionment for 8 Devonport St: $5,454
• Approved apportionment for 409-419 East 16th St: $4,058
• Approved apportionment for 49 Eleanor Ave/224 Eaglewood Dr: $13,743
• Approved apportionment for 3334 Homestead Dr: $2,200
• Approved apportionment for 72 Picton St W: $3,298
• Approved apportionment for 2980 Power Line Rd/435 Lynden Rd: $14,164
• Approved apportionment for Rymal Rd E: $1,326,585

Governance Review Sub-Committee

The Governance Review Sub-Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss revisions to staff report templates. The committee will also consider a motion for community engagement on council term limits and review an amendment to the Council Code of Conduct.

• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2023
• Amendment to By-law 16-290, Council Code of Conduct
• Delegation request from Sex Workers' Action Program of Hamilton
• Motion for community engagement on council term limits
• Council Access to Records (FCS23078)

Hamilton Renewable Power Incorporated Board of Directors

The Hamilton Renewable Power Inc. Board will review an operations update and a staff presentation on the draft strategic plan. It will then vote on board resolutions, including the appointment of a new President. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of minutes and declarations of interest.

• Operations update
• Staff presentation: Draft Strategic Plan update
• Motions: Board resolutions
• Appointment of President
• Adoption of minutes

The Hamilton Renewable Power Inc. Board of Directors approved the resignation of Carlyle Khan as President and appointed Indra Maharjan as the new President, effective immediately. The board also appointed the City Clerk as Secretary of the Corporation. A draft strategic plan update was received, with staff directed to report back on an evaluative framework to guide consultants.

• Approved resignation of Carlyle Khan as President (carried)
• Appointed Indra Maharjan as President (carried)
• Appointed City Clerk as Secretary of the Corporation (carried)
• Received draft strategic plan update and directed staff to report on evaluative framework (carried, as amended)

Waste Management Sub Committee

The committee will approve the agenda, declarations of interest, and minutes from the May 30 2024 meeting. Staff will present updates on the Trash Tag program, Business Recognition program, reusable coffee cup pilot, Blue Box transition, promotion and education, the Solid Waste Management Master Plan, and an enhanced litter management strategy. The committee will consider consent items covering action items from the Solid Waste Management Master Plan.

• Trash Tag Program Review
• Business Recognition Program
• Reusable Coffee Cup Pilot
• Blue Box Transition Update
• Solid Waste Management Master Plan Action Items

The Waste Management Sub-Committee met and received staff presentations on seven waste-related topics, including the Trash Tag Program Review, Business Recognition Program, Reusable Coffee Cup Pilot, Blue Box Transition Update, Promotion and Education Update, Solid Waste Management Master Plan, and Enhanced Litter Management Strategy Update. All items were referred to the Public Works Committee for information. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with only agenda, minutes, and consent items approved.

• Approved agenda as presented (Carried)
• Approved minutes of May 30, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Received staff presentations on 7 waste topics (Carried)
• Received consent item on Solid Waste Management Master Plan Action Items (Carried)
• Adjourned at 3:26 p.m. (Carried)

Cleanliness and Security in the Downtown Core Task Force

The Cleanliness and Security in the Downtown Core Task Force is meeting to review staff presentations and discuss various urban maintenance and safety issues. The body will address specific downtown locations and policies regarding public assets and safety.

• Staff presentations on the Ferguson Avenue North Fountain, graffiti on public assets, and downtown waste receptacles
• Discussion of the Noise Control By-law and Street Performance Policy
• Review of public safety issues for businesses
• Discussion on the Jarvis Street Parking Lot and the intersection of King Street East and Walnut Street North
• Selection process for new task force members

Council

The Hamilton City Council meeting will decide on a zoning by‑law amendment for lands at 285 and 293 Fiddler's Green Road in Ancaster (Bill No. 159). It will also consider designating the property at 340 Dundas Street East, Flamborough, as a cultural heritage property (Bill No. 158). Additional items include receiving several inter‑municipal correspondence letters and reviewing reports from the Public Works, Planning and other committees, as well as a motion to amend items from the August 16, 2024 minutes.

• Bill No. 159 – amendment to Zoning By‑law No. 05‑200 for 285 and 293 Fiddler's Green Rd (Ward 12)
• Bill No. 158 – designation of 340 Dundas Street East, Flamborough as cultural heritage property (Ward 15)
• Correspondence received supporting the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program and the Canada Community‑Building Fund
• Public Works Committee Report 24‑011 (September 3, 2024) and Planning Committee Report 24‑012 (September 6, 2024)
• Motion to amend Items 7.1 and 7.2 of the August 16, 2024 Council minutes

Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee

The Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee is meeting to consider spending requests from several local BIAs. The body will also receive presentations regarding the City Enrichment Fund and a partnership proposal for Hamilton Day 2024.

• Expenditure requests for Concession Street BIA
• Expenditure requests for Downtown Dundas BIA
• Expenditure requests for Waterdown BIA
• Expenditure requests for International Village BIA
• Hamilton Day 2024 BIA Partnership Proposal

The Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee approved four expenditure requests from local BIAs, totaling $62,521.82, for items such as holiday decorations, office furniture, hanging baskets, and graffiti removal. These approvals were referred to the General Issues Committee for consideration. The meeting also included presentations and updates, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $11,412.46 for Concession Street BIA holiday decorations and office furniture (Carried)
• Approved $13,953.66 for Downtown Dundas BIA holiday decorations and maintenance (Carried)
• Approved $24,568.94 for Downtown Dundas BIA holiday decorations and event programming from Parking Revenue Sharing (Carried)
• Approved $5,005.61 for Waterdown BIA purchase and maintenance of 32 hanging baskets (Carried)
• Approved $7,581.15 for International Village BIA decor and graffiti removal (Carried)
• Approved agenda for September 10, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Received presentations on City Enrichment Fund and Hamilton Day 2024 partnership (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 10, 2024 will consider a series of development applications listed under East Development and West Development sections. Items include applications for properties such as 317 Queenston Road (Ward 4), 940‑946 Beach Boulevard (Ward 5), 17 Percy Court (Ward 6), and 3E 37th Street (Ward 7), among others. Some applications have decisions attached, while others are marked as “No Decision” or deferred. The meeting will conclude with a closed item and adjournment.

• A-24:181 – 317 Queenston Road, Ward 4 (Decision pending)
• B-24:48 – 940‑946 Beach Boulevard, Ward 5 (Decision)
• A-24:122 – 17 Percy Court, Ward 6 (Decision)
• A-24:175 – 3E 37th Street, Ward 7 (Decision)
• B-24:46 – 9724 Twenty Road West, Glanbrook (Ward 11) (Decision)

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities is meeting to receive updates from various working groups. The body will also consider a motion regarding an appointment to the Outreach Working Group.

• Appointment to the Outreach Working Group
• Housing Working Group meeting notes from August 20, 2024
• Outreach Working Group meeting notes from August 20, 2024
• Updates from Built Environment, Transportation, Strategic Planning, and Open Spaces and Parklands working groups

The Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities voted to request that Transit Division staff report back in Q4 2024 on improvements to Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) services for persons with disabilities, addressing barriers like front/rear door loading and PRESTO card reader inaccessibility. The motion also suggests remediation options, including re-implementing rear door loading, standardizing PRESTO reader placement, installing grab bars, and training drivers to assist. The committee also asked staff to consider modifying transit fares if barriers are not addressed. The motion was carried.

• Requested Transit Division report on HSR accessibility improvements (carried)
• Suggested re-implementation of rear door loading policy
• Suggested standardizing PRESTO card reader placement and adding grab bars
• Suggested portable PRESTO readers and driver assistance training
• Requested consideration of fare modifications if barriers remain
• Approved agenda as amended (carried)
• Approved August 13, 2024 minutes (carried)
• Appointed Jake Maurice to Outreach Working Group (carried)

Delegated Consent Authority

The Delegated Consent Authority will review a delegated consent request for the property at 3530 Upper James Street in Glanbrook (Ward 11). The request is submitted by Owner 2784320 Ontario Inc., represented by M. Ghaddar, with Agent Landwise – J. Gravina. Attachments include a combined notice, staff comments, and a decision document. No other agenda items are listed.

• Review delegated consent request for 3530 Upper James Street, Glanbrook (Ward 11) – Owner 2784320 Ontario Inc., Agent Landwise – J. Gravina

Development Industry Liaison Group

The Development Industry Liaison Group is meeting to discuss several regulatory updates and guidelines. The agenda focuses on zoning fees, building standards, and application requirements.

• Community Benefits Charges By-Law amendment
• Green Standard Guidelines/Green Building Standards
• Zoning Verification Fee/Report Update
• Zoning Compliance Reviews
• Official Plan Amendments and application requirements under Bill 185

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee is meeting to hear staff presentations on potential project collaborations with Dr. Anthony Levinson and the Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging. The body will also discuss updates from various working groups and committees focused on senior services and events.

• Presentation by Dr. Anthony Levinson on potential project collaboration
• Presentation by Dr. Anthea Innes and Mason McLeod from the Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging
• Discussion on Housing, Communications, Getting Around, and Elder Abuse working groups
• Updates on International Day of Older Persons, Senior of the Year Awards, and Extreme Heat Committee
• Discussion regarding an Accessibility Fair

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will hear an appeal by WeirFoulds LLP on behalf of 1520866 Ontario Limited (Losani Homes) regarding Draft Plan of Subdivision Application 25T-202304 for lands at 157 Upper Centennial Parkway, Stoney Creek. A public hearing will consider a zoning by-law amendment and draft condominium plan for the vacant lands at 285 and 293 Fiddler’s Green Road, Ancaster. The committee will also discuss an environmental compliance approval application for a waste disposal site at 354 Nash Road North, Hamilton.

• Appeal of subdivision plan for 157 Upper Centennial Parkway (Item 9.1)
• Zoning by-law amendment and draft condo plan for 285 & 293 Fiddler’s Green Road (Item 10.1)
• Environmental compliance approval for waste disposal site at 354 Nash Road North (Item 11.1)
• Self‑Storage Facilities Review (Item 11.2)
• Heritage plaque funding for 176 Wilson St. E. and 1166 Garner Rd. W. (Item 12.1)

The Planning Committee approved a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of condominium for six single detached dwellings at 285 and 293 Fiddler's Green Road, Ancaster, with conditions including a 48% minimum landscaped area in the front yard. The committee also endorsed a list of conditions for a proposed waste transfer station at 354 Nash Road North, including limits on waste intake and storage, and directed staff to consult on a self-storage facilities policy review. Additionally, the committee approved new zoning compliance review fees and received transportation assessment guidelines.

• Approved zoning amendment and draft condominium plan for six dwellings at 285/293 Fiddler's Green Road (12-0)
• Endorsed 19 conditions for proposed waste transfer station at 354 Nash Road North (12-0)
• Directed staff to consult on self-storage facilities policy review in Q4 2024 (12-0)
• Approved new fees for zoning compliance review applications (10-0)
• Received Transportation Assessment Guidelines report (10-0)
• Approved Melville Street Heritage Conservation District study and boundary (11-0)
• Directed notice of intention to designate 634 Rymal Road West under Ontario Heritage Act (11-0)
• Approved $1,640 for heritage plaques at 176 Wilson St E and 1166 Garner Rd W (11-0)

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing financial status reports for community benefits and development charges. The body will also discuss surety bonds for development agreements and motions regarding housing projects in Ward 2.

• Development Agreement Surety Bonds (FCS21056(b))
• Financial Support for CityHousing Hamilton Capital Projects (Ward 2)
• Fencing at 42 Mary Street for Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (Ward 2)
• Development Charges Reserves Status Report as of December 31, 2023
• Community Benefits Charges Reserve Status Report as of December 31, 2023

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The agenda for the Hamilton Emergency and Community Services Committee meeting on September 5, 2024 contains no listed items. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are recorded in the provided document.

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will discuss proposed changes to the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Process and a report from the Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability. The body will also review updates on the Downtown Entertainment District and a grant application for site enhancement at 575 Wilson Street.

• Proposed changes to the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Process (PED24098 / PW24029)
• Environmental Remediation and Site Enhancement Redevelopment Grant Application for 575 Wilson Street (PED24146)
• Downtown Entertainment District Annual Status Update 2024 (PED24089(a))
• Labour Relations Activity Report & Analysis 2019-2023 (HUR24006)
• Lease Extension and Amending Agreement for Ontario Works at 250 Main Street East (PED24144)

The General Issues Committee approved a $539,000 Environmental Remediation and Site Enhancement Redevelopment Grant for Cielo Residential Inc. for the property at 575 Wilson Street, to be paid over a maximum of ten years. The committee also endorsed staff comments on proposed provincial changes to the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process, approved a $10,000 operational grant for All Abilities Allstar, and received several reports including the Labour Relations Activity Report and the Mayor's Task Force on Transparency report. All items were referred to Council for final consideration.

• Approved $539,000 remediation grant for 575 Wilson St. (16-0)
• Approved $10,000 grant to All Abilities Allstar from Ward 7 fund (13-0)
• Endorsed staff comments on provincial environmental assessment changes (14-1)
• Received Labour Relations Activity Report 2019-2023 (15-0)
• Approved Mayor's Task Force public engagement items (15-0)
• Received Accessible Transportation Services Q2 2024 report (15-0)
• Approved Downtown Entertainment District update with evaluation framework amendment (16-0)
• Approved confidential items for Lime Ridge transit terminal and Ontario Works lease (15-0, 12-3)

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will approve its agenda, address any conflicts of interest, and approve the minutes from the July 3, 2024 meeting. It will then hold hearings on two properties—9 Ridgewood Boulevard and 160 Hughson Street South—based on attached orders. The meeting will conclude with any tribunal business and adjournment.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of July 3, 2024 minutes
• Hearing for 9 Ridgewood Boulevard (Order attached)
• Hearing for 160 Hughson Street South (Order to Comply attached)
• Tribunal business

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing several motions to install speed cushions and traffic calming measures across various wards. It will also hold a public hearing regarding the closure and sale of an alleyway and review a transportation performance report.

• Public hearing for the permanent closure and sale of a public unassumed alleyway abutting 39 Grosvenor Avenue South
• Biking infrastructure enhancement on Main Street East from Queenston Traffic Circle to Parkdale Avenue
• Motions for speed cushions on Gemini Drive, Orchard Drive, Watercrest Drive, Fletcher Road, Meadowvale Avenue, and Helen Street
• Motions for traffic calming in Mohawk Meadows and on Dulgaren Street
• Accessible Transportation Services Performance Report (PW22079(h))

The Public Works Committee approved 14 traffic calming measures, including speed cushions and an all-way stop, across multiple wards, funded by ward-specific reserves. It also approved the closure and sale of a portion of an unassumed alleyway at 39 Grosvenor Avenue South, and received the Accessible Transportation Services Performance Report. All items were referred to Council for final consideration.

• Approved accessible transportation performance report (14-0)
• Approved closure and sale of alleyway at 39 Grosvenor Ave S (13-0)
• Approved up to 4 speed cushions on Gemini Dr, Ward 14, up to $20,000 (14-0)
• Approved up to 2 speed cushions on Orchard Dr, Ward 12, up to $10,000 (14-0)
• Approved speed cushions on 6 streets in Mohawk Meadows, Ward 12, up to $65,000 (14-0)
• Approved up to 2 speed cushions on Watercrest Dr, Ward 10, up to $10,000 (14-0)
• Approved enhanced biking infrastructure on Main St E, Ward 4, up to $400,000 (13-0)
• Approved speed cushions and all-way stop on Dulgaren St, Ward 6, up to $10,000 (13-0)

Public Health Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

Airport Sub-Committee

The agenda for the Hamilton Airport Sub-Committee meeting on 2024-08-22 contains no listed items. No decisions, discussions, or proposals are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to have no substantive agenda items recorded.

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee (Special - DC Hearing)

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee is holding a special hearing regarding development charges. The meeting focuses on a specific complaint filed by OneSchool Global.

• Development Charges Complaint - OneSchool Global (441 Old Brock Road)

Municipal Act Appeals

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

The Heritage Permit Review Sub‑Committee will consider four heritage permit applications. Items include removal of two dead trees at Dundurn Castle on York Boulevard, replacement of cedar roof shingles at a property on Mill Street North, replacement of a slate roof at Balfour House on James Street South, and replacement of historic wood windows at Kerr‑Woolsey House on Mountsburg Road. The committee will discuss the proposed materials and methods for each project.

• Removal of a 22 cm Crab Apple and a 32 cm Norway Maple tree at York Boulevard (Dundurn Castle, Part IV)
• Replacement of cedar roof shingles with CertainTeed’s Landmark Shingle at Mill Street North (Flamborough, Part V)
• Replacement of slate roof, including new underlayment and optional cladding materials, at James Street South (Balfour House, Part IV)
• Replacement of six‑over‑six wood windows with thermal pane simulated windows at Mountsburg Road (Kerr‑Woolsey House, Part IV)

Committee of Adjustment

The Hamilton Committee of Adjustment will review and decide on a series of development applications submitted for properties in Wards 2, 4, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 15. Each item includes a notice, staff comments, and a decision package, and the committee will consider them in the order listed on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 20, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Council Chambers, 71 Main Street West.

• A-24:169 – 725 Strathearne Avenue North, Ward 4
• B-24:45 – 1335 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, Ward 10
• B-24:43 – 110 Aeropark Boulevard, Glanbrook, Ward 11
• A-24:165 – 92-100 John St N. and 75-81 Wilson St., Ward 2
• A-24:174 – 360 Book Road West, Ancaster, Ward 12

Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee

The Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee will review a study for the Melville Street Heritage Conservation District and consider designating three properties under the Ontario Heritage Act. The meeting will also cover heritage permit applications and property status updates.

• Melville Street Heritage Conservation District Study (PED24140)
• Recommendation to designate 634 Rymal Road West (PED24123)
• Recommendation to designate 21-25 Jones Street (PED23137)
• Heritage Permit Application HP2024-024 at 71 Main Street West
• Correspondence regarding Melville Street Heritage Conservation District

Council

Hamilton City Council will meet to approve a revised agenda, receive correspondence, and vote on three bills: traffic regulation updates, designation of a heritage property at 2 Dartnall Road, and on-street parking amendments. The meeting also includes committee reports and several motions, primarily ceremonial or procedural in nature.

• Amend traffic bylaw for bike lanes, no-right-turn zones, and lane designations in Wards 1, 3, 6, 8, 13, and 14
• Designate 2 Dartnall Road as a property of cultural heritage value (Ward 6)
• Amend on-street parking bylaw with time limits, no-parking zones, and permit zones in Wards 1, 3, 5, and 10
• Receive correspondence on biodiversity bylaw reform, HST/GST relief for rental housing, and OPP funding for rural municipalities
• Approve cybersecurity incident costing update (CM24005) for city-wide review

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Hamilton Audit, Finance and Administration Committee agenda for August 15, 2024 contains no listed items. The document appears to be a placeholder with no decisions, proposals, or discussions recorded. Consequently, no concrete actions or topics are identified for this meeting.

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The Emergency and Community Services Committee agenda for August 15, 2024 contains no listed items, only procedural placeholders.

Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees

The Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees is meeting to conduct interviews and review applications for specific city roles. Much of the meeting is scheduled as a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals.

• Interviews for the Public Health Sub-Committee
• Deliberation of Education Representative for the Public Health Sub-Committee
• Review of applications for the Committee of Adjustment

Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee will discuss the ASHRAE Standard 241 and city‑wide indoor air quality (Item 10.1) and review staffing for the fall 2024 immunization program (Item 10.2). A consent item will consider third‑party air monitoring results for the Green for Life Stoney Creek Regional Facility (Item 9.1). The committee will also receive a letter of support for federal Bills S‑233 and C‑223 to be referred to Emergency & Community Services.

• Discussion of ASHRAE Standard 241 and indoor air quality (Item 10.1)
• Discussion of staffing for fall 2024 immunization programming (Item 10.2)
• Consent item: third‑party air monitoring at Green for Life Stoney Creek Regional Facility (Item 9.1)
• Letter of support from Middlesex‑London Board of Health for Bills S‑233 and C‑223 (Item 5.1)
• Amendment to Outstanding Business List removing completed air‑monitoring item (Item 13.1a)

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The session includes a delegation request regarding land use planning transparency and a public engagement update.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from July 16, 2024
• Delegation request from B. McHattie on land use planning transparency
• Public Engagement Update presentation

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is holding a public hearing regarding the permanent closure of a portion of Upper Centennial Parkway and Regional Road 20. The body will also discuss standardizing city-wide litter containers and review traffic calming measures.

• Public hearing: Proposed permanent closure of Upper Centennial Parkway and Regional Road 20 (PW24049)
• Discussion: Standardization of street-side public space litter containers (PW24050)
• Motion: Installation of speed cushions on Summercrest Drive and Nugent Drive (Ward 5)
• Motion: Installation of speed cushions on Homebrook Drive (Ward 11)
• Report: Accessible Transportation Services Performance Report (PW22079(g))

Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, discussions, or agenda items are listed.

Planning Committee

The Hamilton Planning Committee will meet on August 13, 2024, to approve minutes, hear public delegations, and consider several zoning by-law amendments and official plan changes across the city.

• Public hearing for zoning changes at 309 and 325 James Street North
• Official plan and zoning amendment request for 2064 and 2070 Rymal Road East
• Zoning by-law amendment application for 32 Sandbeach Drive
• Official plan and zoning amendment for 173 and 177 Dundas Street East
• Discussion on draft framework for urban boundary expansion applications

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Accessibility Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, receive a resignation, and hear delegations. Staff will present the Q2 2024 Accessible Transportation Services performance report. The committee will discuss three motions: creating an ad hoc working group to review accessible transportation services, approving the L’Arche Walk and Roll event on September 17, 2024, and supporting a feasibility study for an Accessible Community Hub at Mohawk Sports Park. Updates from several working groups will also be provided.

• Motion to create an Ad Hoc Working Group to Review Accessible Transportation Services
• Motion to approve L’Arche Walk and Roll event scheduled for September 17, 2024
• Motion to support the feasibility study for an Accessible Community Hub at Mohawk Sports Park
• Staff presentation: Accessible Transportation Services Performance Review – Q2 2024
• Updates from Built Environment, Housing, Outreach, Transportation, Strategic Planning, and Open Spaces Working Groups

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will review proposed amendments to the Encampment Protocol, including specific park exclusions, and receive a status update on the Downtown Entertainment District. The meeting also includes reports on business impacts and municipal capital facilities.

• Revised motions to exclude Southam Park, Sam Lawrence Park, Confederation Beach Park, and Mountain Drive Park from the Encampment Protocol
• Encampment Protocol Distance Proposals (HSC24027(a))
• Downtown Entertainment District Annual Status Update 2024 (PED24089)
• Encampment Impacts on Hamilton Businesses Consultation Results (PED24143)
• Municipal Capital Facilities By-Law 16-335 Amendment for CityHousing Hamilton Properties (HSC24021)

Climate Change Advisory Committee

The Climate Change Advisory Committee is meeting to review member feedback on priority indicators for Hamilton's Climate Action Strategy. The body will also conduct a review of its working groups.

• Review of Hamilton's Climate Action Strategy: Priority Indicators
• Working Groups Review
• Correspondence regarding Number 2 Cold Mill Wastewater Plant

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to discuss and decide on various development applications across multiple wards. These items include property-specific requests for development and zoning adjustments in Hamilton, Ancaster, Flamborough, and Dundas.

• 1382 Barton Street East (Ward 4)
• 1049 Beach Boulevard (Ward 5)
• 197 Paradise Road North (Ward 1)
• 393 Rymal Road West (Ward 8)
• 566 Hwy 6, Flamborough (Ward 15)

Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees

The Selection Committee will consider a resignation from the Hamilton Farmers' Market Board and review the pending applications for that board. It will also conduct interviews for citizen members of the Public Health Sub‑Committee. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, declarations of interest, and approval of previous minutes.

• Review of resignation from Hamilton Farmers' Market Board (correspondence)
• Review of applications on file for Hamilton Farmers' Market Board
• Interviews for citizen members on the Public Health Sub‑Committee
• Approval of agenda (routine)
• Approval of minutes of previous meeting (routine)

Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees

The Selection Committee will approve its agenda, declarations of interest, and the minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting. It will consider a resignation from the Committee of Adjustment and review pending applications for that committee. The committee will also conduct interviews for citizen members on the Public Health Sub‑Committee. All items are procedural matters related to board and sub‑committee appointments.

• Resignation from the Committee of Adjustment
• Interviews for citizen members on the Public Health Sub‑Committee
• Review of applications on file for the Committee of Adjustment

Waste Management Sub Committee

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Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to discuss and decide on various development applications across several wards. The agenda includes a series of hearings for properties in the East and West development areas.

• 735 Beach Boulevard (Ward 5)
• 61-63 King Street West, Stoney Creek (Ward 5)
• 820 Rymal Road East (Ward 6)
• 3751 Hwy No. 6, Glanbrook (Ward 11)
• 261 Highway 5 West, Flamborough (Ward 13)

Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee

The Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee will review staff recommendations to designate 85 King Street East in Dundas, 7 Rolph Street in Dundas, and 6 Websters Falls Road in Flamborough under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The meeting will also approve the agenda, minutes from the June 24 meeting, and delegated approvals for three heritage permit applications. Additional items include communications, delegation requests, and updates on heritage‑status properties.

• Recommendation to designate 85 King Street East, Dundas (PED24124)
• Recommendation to designate 7 Rolph Street, Dundas (PED24125)
• Recommendation to designate 6 Websters Falls Road, Flamborough (PED24122)
• Delegated approval of heritage permit applications HP2024-015, HP2024-016, and HP2024-017

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

The Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee will meet virtually on July 16, 2024, to review agenda items and discuss a specific proposal for installing a black aluminum handrail.

• Approval of the July 16, 2024 agenda
• Approval of the June 18, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of HP2024-018: Installation of black aluminum handrail on front stairs

Open For Business Sub-Committee

The Open For Business Sub-Committee will receive staff presentations regarding city-wide investment and tourism. The meeting includes updates on financial assistance programs for community revitalization and the status of the 2024-2028 Tourism Strategy.

• Update on Financial Assistance and Incentive Programs Supporting Community Revitalization and Investment (PED24121)
• 2024-2028 Tourism Strategy Status Update (PED24046)

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability is meeting to review its scope of work. The body will discuss documentation related to Enterprise Canada and SPRC.

• Discussion of Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability Scope of Work Documentation
• Review of Enterprise Canada Document
• Review of SPRC Document
• Approval of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes

Council

Hamilton City Council will consider motions regarding sanctioned encampment sites and updates to the city's encampment protocol. The agenda also includes funding for a Somali community soccer tournament and reports from several committees. Additionally, council will review by-law amendments for on-street parking in Wards 11 and 14.

• Motions regarding sanctioned encampment sites and protocol amendments
• Funding for the Somali Community's 2024 soccer tournament
• By-law amendment to regulate on-street parking in Wards 11 and 14
• Capital updates and repairs for the Workers Arts and Heritage Centre in Ward 2
• Integrity Commissioner’s report regarding Anthony Frisina

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The committee will discuss proposed changes to By-law 12-094 regarding the transition to the Canadian Overnight Repo Rate Average (CORRA). The agenda also includes a report on the Parkland Dedication Reserve and an extension for a professional services roster contract.

• Proposed amendments to By-law 12-094 regarding CORRA transition
• Extension of Professional and Consultant Services Roster contract C12-13-21
• Parkland Dedication Reserve Status Report as of December 31, 2023
• Grants Sub-Committee Report 24-003
• Delegation regarding tax arrears certificate cancellation

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The provided text for the Hamilton Emergency and Community Services Committee contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific topics, motions, or decisions are documented in this record.

Public Health Committee

The committee will discuss the future of city-wide dental health programs for adults and review the 2024-2025 budget for mental health promotion services. The agenda also includes reviewing the 2024 Public Health Services Organizational Risk Management Plan and provincial funding updates.

• Future of levy funded dental health programs for adults
• 2024-2025 budget for alcohol, drug, gambling, and mental health promotion services
• 2024 Public Health Services Organizational Risk Management Plan
• Ministry of Health funding for public health programs

Public Works Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding the permanent closure and sale of a portion of public highway in Ward 3. Members will also consider motions for speed cushions on Seneca Avenue and tree planting at R.A. Riddell Elementary School.

• Public hearing: Proposed permanent closure and sale of public highway near 191 Victoria Avenue South
• Motion: Installation of speed cushions on Seneca Avenue (Ward 11)
• Motion: Funding for tree planting at R.A. Riddell Elementary School (Ward 14)
• Discussion: Single source contract extension for locates
• Review: 2023 Wastewater Quality Management System Annual Summary Report

Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee

The sub-committee will review a staff presentation regarding the Business Improvement Area Annual Report. The meeting also includes updates from the Business Development Office.

• Staff presentation on the Business Improvement Area Annual Report
• Updates from the Business Development Office

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

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Planning Committee

The Hamilton Planning Committee is reviewing several applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments. The committee will also discuss establishing a new fee for Zoning Verification Reports and updates to towing regulations. Additionally, members will consider heritage conservation for the Philpott Memorial Church.

• Public hearing for 101 Hunter Street East
• Public hearing for 365 Highway No. 8, Stoney Creek
• Proposal for a new Zoning Verification Report Fee
• Updates to Towing and Storage Regulations
• Heritage easement for 84 York Boulevard

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The committee will review the Q1 2024 performance report for Accessible Transportation Services. Members will also discuss the costs and implementation of a quiet space tent at festivals. Additionally, the meeting includes updates from several working groups.

• Q1 2024 Accessible Transportation Services Performance Review
• Implementation and cost of a quiet space tent at festivals
• Accessibility Awards briefing note and rubric
• Delegation from Accessibility Hamilton Alliance regarding a request for support
• Reimbursement for candy purchase for Senior’s Month Kick-off Event

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will review motions to exclude Southam, Sam Lawrence, Confederation Beach, and Mountain Drive parks from the city's Encampment Protocol. The meeting also includes discussions on Pier 8 development and tourism event opportunities. Additionally, members will consider a motion declaring an affordability crisis.

• Motions to exclude specific parks from the Encampment Protocol
• Pier 8 Waterfront Shores Development Agreement
• New Paramedic Facility: Central Reporting Station
• Major Hosted Tourism Event Opportunities
• Motion for a Declaration of Affordability Crisis

CityHousing Hamilton Corporation Shareholder Meeting

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Light Rail Transit Sub-committee

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Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will review the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to hold a hearing for an appeal involving 16 Wilson Street East.

• Appeal regarding 16 Wilson Street East
• Approval of June 5, 2024 minutes

Grants Sub-Committee

The committee will review a presentation on the City Enrichment Fund Digital Pilot Program. Members will also discuss proposed 2025 program improvements and the fund's appeals process.

• City Enrichment Fund Digital Pilot Program presentation
• City Enrichment Fund 2025 program updates and improvements
• City Enrichment Fund appeals process discussion

Committee of Adjustment

The Hamilton Committee of Adjustment is reviewing various development applications across several wards. The agenda includes items for East and West developments in Hamilton, Ancaster, and Flamborough.

• Development applications for 41 Wilson St., 97 John St. N., and 117 John St. N.
• Multiple proposals at 575 Wilson Street, including 575A, 575B, and 575C
• Application for 1025 Wilson Street West in Ancaster
• Development reviews for Taylor Crescent in Flamborough
• Review of 86 Lister Avenue

Council

The City Council will review several by-law amendments, including new rental housing protections and changes to on-street parking regulations. The agenda also includes committee reports and discussions regarding local development and infrastructure.

• Adoption of a Rental Housing Protection By-law
• Amendments to On-Street Parking By-law regarding time limits and zones
• Rezoning applications for 2481 Barton Street East and 150 Mohawk Road East
• Funding agreement for the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund Program
• Official Plan Amendments regarding Parks Master Plan alignment

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

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Climate Change Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update on the development of the Annual Progress Report for the Hamilton Climate Action Strategy. Discussions will also include the creation of new working groups and a budget overview. Additionally, the Co-Chair will demonstrate how to use the CCAC Hub.

• Update on Hamilton Climate Action Strategy progress report
• Creation of committee working groups
• Committee budget overview
• Demonstration of the CCAC Hub
• Scheduling a review for Climate Change Reserve Applications

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee is reviewing several minor variance and development applications for properties in Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Dundas, and Flamborough. The agenda includes multiple requests regarding property uses and structural changes.

• Applications for 209 Charlotte Street and 85 Robins Avenue in Ward 4
• Review of 61-63 King Street West in Stoney Creek
• Development items for 1007 Beach Boulevard in Ward 5
• Proposed changes at 96 Creighton Road in Dundas
• Applications for 132 Stone Church Road East in Ward 8

Delegated Consent Authority

The Delegated Consent Authority is reviewing several applications in Hamilton and Glanbrook. These items involve properties located in Ward 8 and Ward 11.

• Application HM/B-24:04 at 393 Rymal Road West, Hamilton
• Application B-24:36 at 9500 Airport Road West, Glanbrook
• Application B-24:37 at 9705 Airport Road West, Glanbrook

Hamilton Veterans Committee

The Hamilton Veterans Committee will discuss several commemorative initiatives, including marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The meeting also covers memorial projects such as the Merchant Mariner Marker and the Dieppe Memorial Service. Additionally, the committee will review Argyll Pavilion signage and event use near the Cenotaph.

• Marking the 80th Anniversary of D-Day
• Argyll Pavilion Signage
• Merchant Mariner Marker
• Dieppe Memorial Service
• Hamilton Wreath Project 2024

Municipal Act Appeals

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Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee

The committee will consider recommendations to designate two properties under the Ontario Heritage Act. The agenda also includes reviews of several heritage permit applications for repairs and maintenance. Additionally, staff will provide updates on provincial legislation affecting heritage requirements.

• Recommendation to designate 340 Dundas Street East (Eager House)
• Recommendation to designate 291 King Street West, Dundas
• Heritage permit for masonry repairs at 262 MacNab Street North
• Heritage permit for bell tower repairs at 3989 Governors Road
• Update on Bill 139 amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act

Hamilton Enterprises Holding Corporation Shareholder

The meeting includes a presentation for the 2024 Annual General Meeting and a review of the 2024 Executive Overview. Shareholders will consider resolutions regarding audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023, auditor appointment, and directors.

• Review of 2023 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements
• Appointment and remuneration of auditor
• Appointment of Directors of the Corporation
• HEHCo Executive Overview 2024 correspondence

Hamilton Utilities Corporation Shareholder

The Hamilton Utilities Corporation Shareholder will review the 2023 audited consolidated financial statements for both HUC and Alectra Inc. The meeting includes resolutions regarding the appointment and remuneration of an auditor and the confirmation of directors.

• Review of 2023 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for Hamilton Utilities Corporation
• Review of 2023 Alectra Inc. Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and Shareholder Report
• Resolution on appointment and remuneration of auditor
• Confirmation of Alectra Inc. directors

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The committee will review the financial impact of losses from Hamilton Renewable Power Inc. on the City. Members will also discuss a request for single-source professional services to implement a new point-of-sale solution. Additionally, a delegation request regarding tax arrears certificate cancellation was noted.

• Financial impact of Hamilton Renewable Power Inc. losses
• Single-source request for Point-of-Sale (POS) solution implementation
• Delegation request regarding tax arrears certificate cancellation

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The committee will discuss recreation funding agreements for annual operating grants in the city and rural subcommittees. The agenda also includes a development agreement for Macassa Lodge in Ward 7 and linen procurement for paramedic services. Members will also review correspondence regarding park access during Pride Hamilton and the Because Beer festival.

• Non-competitive procurement of linen supply for Hamilton Paramedic Service
• Recreation funding agreements for annual operating grants
• Macassa Lodge development agreement (Ward 7)
• Request for a Coroner's Inquest from the Seniors Advisory Committee

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee is meeting to discuss strategies for reducing homelessness and managing encampments, including proposed protocol amendments. The body will also review asset management plans and a cybersecurity incident update.

• Proposed amendments to the Encampment Protocol (HSC24027)
• Pier 8 Development: Waterfront Shores Development Agreement (PED23039(a))
• Asset Management Plans (PW23073(b))
• Authority to enter into Rent Supplement Agreements (HSC24005)
• Motion for a dishwasher at 120 Strathcona Avenue North

Planning Committee

The committee will conduct public hearings for land use applications, including zoning amendments at 2481 Barton Street East and 150 Mohawk Road East. Discussions are also scheduled regarding the Rental Housing Protection Policy Review and the Hamilton Biodiversity Action Plan. Additionally, the committee will address objections to the heritage designation of 84 York Boulevard.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 2481 Barton Street East
• Official Plan and Zoning Amendment for 118 King Street West
• Rental Housing Protection Policy Review
• Expansion of Administrative Penalties By-law
• Hamilton Biodiversity Action Plan discussion

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

The Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee is reviewing applications for property alterations. Discussions include door restorations at Dundurn Castle and a new restaurant sign on James Street South.

• Restoration of front wood doors at 600-610 York Boulevard (Dundurn Castle)
• Installation of an illuminated restaurant sign at 158 James Street South
• Replacement of front door and transom at 43 Mill Street North

Public Works Committee

The committee will review the Woodward Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 Upgrades and discuss the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund. Members will also consider several motions for installing speed cushions on various roadways. Additionally, the committee will hear delegations regarding HSR boarding policies.

• Woodward Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 Upgrades presentation
• Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund discussion
• Speed cushion installations in Wards 4, 6, 10, 14, and 15
• Strachan Open Space Redevelopment motion
• Fencing installation for Gage Park Community Garden

Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees

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Hamilton Renewable Power Incorporated Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will review the 2024 HRP Inc. operating budget and receive a financial update. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from December 12, 2023.

• Review of 2024 HRP Inc. Operating Budget
• Hamilton Renewable Power Inc. operating and financial update
• Adoption of December 12, 2023, meeting minutes
• June 2024 Board of Directors resolutions

Cleanliness and Security in the Downtown Core Task Force

The task force will review staff presentations regarding graffiti on public assets and waste receptacles in the downtown core. The meeting also includes discussions on street lighting, public safety for businesses, and the selection process for new members.

• Staff presentation: Ferguson Avenue North Fountain
• Staff presentation: Graffiti on Public Assets
• Staff presentation: Waste Receptacles in the Downtown Core
• Discussion: Street lighting and street light bases
• Discussion: Public safety issues for businesses

Council

Hamilton City Council will consider several by-laws regarding land use, heritage designations, and parking regulations. The agenda also includes discussions on air conditioner access for tenants and potential changes to stormwater fees. Additionally, council will review committee reports including an Integrity Commissioner's report.

• Zoning and Official Plan amendments for 1866 Rymal Road East
• Heritage designations for properties on Wilson Street East and Garner Road West
• Amendments to the On-Street Parking By-law
• Rezoning of 253 and 259 Limeridge Road West
• Appointment of a new City Clerk

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

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Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing multiple development applications and minor variances across Hamilton, Ancaster, and Flamborough. The agenda includes items for properties on Mary Street, Cadwell Lane, and Rymal Road East. One item for 24 Limeridge Road West has been rescheduled to June 25.

• Applications for 45 Marion Avenue North
• Development review for 121 & 135 Mary Street
• Proposed changes at 1663 Book Road West
• Applications for 23 and 31 Cadwell Lane
• Review of 1865 Rymal Road East

Delegated Consent Authority

The Delegated Consent Authority is reviewing applications B-24:29 and B-24:24. These items concern properties located at 147 Mary Street in Hamilton and 23-31 Church Street in Stoney Creek.

• Application B-24:29 for 147 Mary Street, Hamilton (Ward 2)
• Application B-24:24 for 23-31 Church Street, Stoney Creek (Ward 10)

Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees

The committee will review minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting. Members will also meet in a closed session to deliberate on applicants for the Public Health Sub-Committee.

• Review of May 21, 2024, meeting minutes
• Deliberation of applicants to the Public Health Sub-Committee

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The committee will review correspondence regarding a review of Accessible Transportation Services policies. Staff will present an update on the Light Rail Transit Project. Members will also receive updates from several working groups and consider a motion for banner reimbursement costs.

• Review of Accessible Transportation Services Policies
• Light Rail Transit (LRT) Project Update presentation
• Motion for reimbursement of costs for an ACPD table banner
• Updates from Housing Issues and Outreach working groups
• Delegation request from Accessibility Hamilton Alliance

Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee

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Seniors Advisory Committee

The committee will review a staff presentation regarding climate change initiatives. Members will also discuss several working groups covering topics such as housing, elder abuse, and transportation.

• Staff presentation on Climate Change Initiatives
• Discussion of Housing, Communications, Getting Around, and Elder Abuse working groups
• Review of committees for International Day of Older Persons and Extreme Heat Committee

Hamilton Tourism Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Board will discuss project funding requests for Tourism Hamilton and review the 2024-2028 Business Plan. Resolutions are also scheduled regarding the 2024 Budget and confirmatory actions.

• HTDC Business Plan 2024-2028 presentation
• Tourism Hamilton Project Funding Requests (Report 24001)
• 2024 Budget resolution

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The committee will review the Tax and Rate Operating Budgets Variance Report as of December 31, 2023. Discussion is also scheduled for the Treasurer’s 2023 Investment Report and the Constituent Relationship Management Solution business list.

• Tax and Rate Operating Budgets Variance Report as at December 31, 2023
• Treasurer’s Investment Report 2023 Fiscal Year by Aon
• Constituent Relationship Management Solution Outstanding Business List

Emergency and Community Services Committee

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General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will review a presentation on the Stormwater Fee Financial Incentives Program, including residential subsidies and credits. The committee will also discuss financial surpluses and deficits for the Hamilton Police Services and Hamilton Public Library. Additionally, motions regarding Farmer's Market funding and industrial climate commitments are scheduled for consideration.

• Presentation on Stormwater Fee Financial Incentives Program
• Motion for funding to outfit York Boulevard Farmer's Market Four Season Space
• Discussion of Hamilton Police Services and Hamilton Public Library surpluses and deficits
• Review of 2023 Assessment Growth report
• Light Rail Transit Sub-Committee Report

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will review administrative orders and appeals related to property maintenance at five specific locations, continuing hearings from a May meeting. These proceedings determine whether properties meet municipal health and safety codes, which directly affects housing compliance for local residents. The body will also approve minutes from its previous session and address routine tribunal matters.

• Hearing on an order for 9 Ridgewood Boulevard
• Appeal regarding property standards at 16 Wilson Street East
• Appeal regarding property standards at 312 Aberdeen Avenue
• Review of orders for 367 Hwy 5 West and 68 Campbell Avenue

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will hold public hearings regarding land use amendments in Glanbrook and Hamilton. The meeting also includes a discussion of the Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee Report 24-004. Additionally, delegations will address the heritage designation of 1320 Woodburn Rd.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 1866 Rymal Road East (PED24099)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 253 and 259 Limeridge Road West (PED24092)
• Heritage designation delegations for 1320 Woodburn Rd.
• Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee Report 24-004

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a response to a motion about extending municipal waste collection to condo boards, maintenance of Birch Avenue green space, and multiple park improvement motions. The agenda also includes a delegation request about HSR accessibility for people with disabilities and several updates to the Outstanding Business List. A confidential item on the Glanbrook Landfill construction is also scheduled.

• Response to motion for servicing condo boards previously deemed not eligible for municipal waste collection (PW24035)
• Maintenance and beautification of Birch Avenue Green Space and Gardens (PW24031)
• Funding for tree planting on Mohawk College Fennell Campus, 135 Fennell Avenue West (Ward 8)
• Victoria Park combination drinking fountain/water bottle fill station (Ward 1)
• Improvements to Eleanor Park, 80 Presidio Drive (Ward 6)

Public Health Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to establish Hamilton as a “No Paid Plasma Zone.” Members will also discuss expanding air-conditioning subsidies for low-income households and review upcoming budgets for Child and Adolescent Services and the Healthy Babies Healthy Children program.

• Resolution to declare Hamilton a “No Paid Plasma Zone”
• Expansion of air-conditioning subsidies for low-income households
• Child and Adolescent Services 2024-2025 budget
• Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program 2024-2025 budget
• Update on the Hamilton Opioid Action Plan

Procurement Sub-Committee

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Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Liaison Committee

The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Liaison Committee will discuss the Housing Sustainability and Investment Roadmap Work Program, specifically regarding city property review and disposition strategies. This item was referred from the General Issues Committee on February 21, 2024. The committee will also receive an update on access to Tim Horton's Field for Bernie Custis Secondary School. The agenda contains no other specific decision items, contracts, or ordinances.

• Discussion of Housing Sustainability and Investment Roadmap Work Program: City Property Review and Property Disposition Strategies
• Update on Bernie Custis Secondary School Access to Tim Horton's Field

Light Rail Transit Sub-committee

The Light Rail Transit Sub-committee is meeting to review updates on property acquisition and early works for the Hamilton Light Rail Transit project. The body will also consider a motion regarding supports for small businesses during major construction. One motion concerning a climate justice lens was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Review of Hamilton Light Rail Transit Partial Property Acquisition Update (PED24083)
• Review of Hamilton Light Rail Transit Early Works Update (PED24084)
• Motion on Small Business Supports During Light Rail Transit Major Construction
• Motion on Applying a Climate Justice Lens to the Light Rail Transit Recommendations (Withdrawn)

Council

City Council will pass by-laws to set the 2024 property tax rates, tax ratios, and special charges for Business Improvement Areas. The meeting includes reports from various committees and a request for an additional $300,000 loan for the Rosedale Tennis Club. Council will also review correspondence regarding provincial housing legislation and local infrastructure projects.

• By-law 076 to set and levy the rates of taxation for the year 2024
• By-law 077 to levy a special charge upon property in Business Improvement Areas for 2024
• Request for an additional $300,000 loan for the Rosedale Tennis Club
• Amendment to road rehabilitation plans for Argon Court, Elsa Court, and others in Ward 14
• Correspondence regarding Bill 185, Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024

Committee of Adjustment

The City of Hamilton Committee of Adjustment meets on May 21, 2024, to review and decide on 20 minor variances and zoning applications. The agenda includes three previously tabled items and 17 new applications from across the city, including West, East, and Ancaster developments. The body will issue decisions on these land-use requests during the session.

• Decision on A-24:61 at 215-225 Dartnall Road for Hamilton/Burlington Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals
• Decision on A-24:67 and B-24:17 at 103 Chester Avenue for owner P. Patel
• Decision on A-24:81 at 19 Dawson Avenue, Stoney Creek, for Habitat for Humanity Hamilton
• Decision on A-24:87 at 1850 Barton Street East for Access Self Storage Inc.
• Review of B-24:18 at 137 Peter Street and A-24:78 at 50 Broadway Avenue in Ward 1

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability met on May 15, 2024, to conduct standard procedural business. The only specific agenda item listed was a consent item regarding Working Group Updates, which included a 'Work Plan for Delegations Input Output Roadmap.' No specific motions, ordinances, or dollar figures were detailed in the provided agenda text.

• Consent item: Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability Working Group Updates
• Document: Work Plan for Delegations Input Output Roadmap

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities is meeting to hear a presentation from McMaster students on improving accessibility in outdoor parks and spaces, and to consider several motions, including one on the 'Ability First' Annual Accessibility Fair and another on delegating to the Planning Committee regarding the E-Scooter Pilot Program. The agenda also includes updates from various working groups and removal of completed items from the outstanding business list.

• Presentation by McMaster students on modifying outdoor parks and spaces design standards for accessibility
• Motion: 'Ability First' Annual Accessibility Fair – September 26, 2024
• Motion: Attendance at the Seniors Kick-off - Information and Wellness Fair
• Motion: Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities' Accessibility Award Logo Package
• Motion: Delegation to the Planning Committee Respecting the E-Scooter Pilot Program

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will discuss the City's response to the provincial Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act and comments on the proposed Provincial Planning Statement. Staff will present reports from the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Sub-committee and the Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee. The committee will also review active zoning and subdivision applications as consent items.

• Discussion of City of Hamilton's response to Provincial Bill 185, Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024
• Discussion of City comments on the Proposed Provincial Planning Statement, 2024
• Review of Planning Permissions to Align with Council's Intensification Direction
• Consent item: Active Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Plan of Subdivision Applications (PED24088)
• Presentation of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Sub-committee Report 24-001

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to consider several items, including the removal of roadway bollards on Fellowes Crescent, a delegation on the same topic, and a motion to install speed cushions as a traffic calming measure. They will also review the annual wastewater treatment bypass report and discuss improvements to Hampton Park and Corman Park path replacement.

• Removal of Roadway Bollards on Fellowes Crescent (PW24026) (Ward 15)
• Delegation by Steven Oliver respecting the bollards on Fellowes Crescent
• Installation of Speed Cushions as a Traffic Calming Measure on Fellowes Crescent (Ward 15)
• Annual Wastewater Treatment Bypass Report (PW24028) (City Wide)
• Improvements to Hampton Park, 28 Lupin Avenue (Ward 6) and Corman Park Path Replacement, 23 Teak Street (Ward 10)

Committee of Adjustment

The City of Hamilton Committee of Adjustment met on May 7, 2024, to review 18 minor zoning applications. The agenda covers requests from West Development, East Development, and previously tabled items. Specific details regarding the nature of the zoning changes are contained in the attached PDF documents rather than the agenda text itself.

• A-24:60 at 263 Haddon Avenue South (Ward 1)
• B-24:16 and A-24:66 at 470 Ferguson Avenue North (Ward 2)
• B-24:19 and A-24:73 at 21 Kennedy Avenue (Ward 8)
• B-24:15 at 85 Coreslab Drive (Flamborough, Ward 15)
• A-24:61 at 215-225 Dartnall Road (Ward 6)

Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees

The Selection Committee for Agencies, Boards and Sub-Committees is meeting to approve its agenda, declare any interests, and approve minutes from its January 11, 2024 meeting. The committee will also discuss two confidential items: closed session minutes and recruitment planning for the Public Health Sub-Committee. The meeting is largely procedural and administrative in nature.

• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2024 meeting
• Closed Session Minutes - January 11, 2024 (confidential)
• Recruitment to the Public Health Sub-Committee Planning Meeting (confidential)

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review standard procedural items and hear from public delegates. The agenda includes a staff presentation on Dementia Friendly Communities by the Alzheimer Society. No specific motions, dollar amounts, or policy decisions are detailed in the provided text.

• Delegation from Gillian Surette-Robinson, Senior Manager, Labour Community Services, United Way of Halton & Hamilton
• Delegation from Janina Lebon, Hamilton Health Coalition Co-Chair
• Staff presentation on Dementia Friendly Communities by Jake Sweeney-Munroe, Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton Brant Haldimand Norfolk

Emergency and Community Services Committee

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Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will review appeals and orders for five specific residential addresses. Three items are scheduled for formal hearings, while two others are set to be adjourned or rescinded by consent. The agenda contains no new ordinances, budget changes, or public policy discussions, focusing solely on individual property standards cases.

• Hearing scheduled for 9 Ridgewood Boulevard
• Hearing scheduled for 54 Hess Street South
• Hearing scheduled for 231 Fernwood Crescent
• Consent motion to adjourn 312 Aberdeen Avenue to a future meeting
• Consent motion to rescind the order for 121 Hunter Street West

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review consent items for zoning appeals at 17 Ewen Road and Main Street West, as well as a public hearing for a zoning amendment at 560 Grays Road. The committee will also discuss the demolition process and the specific demolition of 361 Rymal Road West. No dollar amounts or specific contract details are listed in the agenda text.

• Consent item: Appeal of zoning applications for lands at 17 Ewen Road (PED24065)
• Consent item: Appeal of zoning applications for lands at 1629, 1635, 1637, and 1655 Main Street West (PED24066)
• Public hearing: Zoning By-law Amendment application for lands at 560 Grays Road, Stoney Creek (PED24085)
• Discussion: Demolition of 361 Rymal Road West
• Discussion: Demolition Process respecting Reports to Planning Committee

Hamilton Veterans Committee

The Hamilton Veterans Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss veteran-related programs and historical commemorations. Key discussion items include the Hamilton’s Merchant Marine Memorial, the Research a Grave 2024 program, and marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The committee will also review the Volunteer Advisory Committee and consider a motion to elect the 2024 Chair.

• Motion to Elect Hamilton Veterans Committee Chair for 2024
• Discussion of Hamilton’s Merchant Marine Memorial Presentation
• Discussion of Research a Grave 2024
• Discussion of Decoration Day 2024
• Discussion of Marking the 80th Anniversary of D-Day

Council

Hamilton City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a by-law to establish a Vacant Unit Tax, which would apply city-wide. The council will also review committee reports, receive correspondence on various topics, and vote on several other by-laws, including property dispositions and parking regulation changes.

• By-law 062 to establish a Vacant Unit Tax (city-wide)
• By-law 057 to declare 5 Lake Avenue South, Stoney Creek surplus and authorize its disposition with 13 Lake Avenue South
• By-law 058 to amend property maintenance standards (city-wide)
• By-law 059 to amend on-street parking regulations (Wards 1, 3, 13, 14)
• By-laws 060 and 061 to remove part lot control on Lormont Boulevard and Picardy Drive, Stoney Creek

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee (Special - DC Hearing)

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee met to hear a specific complaint regarding development charges. The sole substantive item was a hearing on a complaint filed by Dr. Nader Fahmy concerning the property at 1151 Garner Road West in Ancaster. The agenda consisted primarily of procedural motions and a private session.

• Development Charges Complaint filed by Dr. Nader Fahmy for 1151 Garner Road West, Ancaster

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The Emergency and Community Services Committee will review the Community Safety and Well-Being Situation Table and discuss a motion regarding the Queen Victoria Elementary School Nutrition Program. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as the approval of minutes from February 8, 2024, and delegations.

• Review of Community Safety and Well-Being Situation Table (HSC24006)
• Motion regarding Queen Victoria Elementary School Nutrition Program (Ward 2)

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive communications, and consider a consent item: the 2023 report on remuneration and expenses for council members, as required under Section 284 of the Municipal Act. The agenda also includes a private and confidential session to discuss closed minutes and a serious matter reported by the Auditor General. Most items are routine procedural matters.

• 2023 Remuneration and Expenses report (FCS24019) under Section 284 of the Municipal Act
• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2024 and April 4, 2024 (special)
• Closed session: Auditor General reporting of serious matters to Council (Case #73367, AUD24003)
• Closed minutes from February 22, 2024

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will discuss staff presentations on Light Rail Transit operations models and a Goods Movement Strategy. The agenda includes motions regarding the Hamilton Tax Increment Grant Program for 75 James Street South and revenue sources to fund Council priorities. Additionally, the committee will hold a closed session to discuss a cyber security incident and a legal update on urban boundary expansion.

• Staff presentation on Light Rail Transit Operations Models (PED23166(b))
• Motion for Hamilton Tax Increment Grant Application Criteria Exception for 75 James Street South
• Discussion on Revenue Sources to Fund Council Priorities and Ongoing Operating and Capital Works (FCS24022)
• Closed session update on a Cyber Security Incident
• Closed session legal update regarding Judicial Review Application - Urban Boundary Expansion (LS16029(j))

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability is meeting to approve minutes from February 20, 2024, and receive a communication regarding service standards from the Office of the City Clerk. The primary discussion items involve updates to work plans for engaging interested parties, professional support, and delegations. No specific dollar amounts or new ordinances are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting
• Receipt of communication on improving service standards and transparency from the Office of the City Clerk
• Discussion of Work Plan for Engagement with Interested Parties
• Discussion of Work Plan for Professional Support Engagement
• Discussion of Work Plan for Delegations

Planning Committee

The Hamilton Planning Committee will vote on the citywide process for Detached Additional Dwelling Unit building permits. The body will also discuss updates to the Rental Housing Licensing Pilot Program and the Demolition Control Area By-law. Additionally, the committee will hold a public hearing on zoning changes at 140 Glen Echo Drive and consider appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal for properties at 200 Market Street and 764 Valens Road.

• Consent item: Detached Additional Dwelling Unit Building Permit Process (City Wide)
• Public hearing: Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for 140 Glen Echo Drive (Ward 5)
• Discussion: Rental Housing Licensing Pilot Program Update (Wards 1, 8, and part of 14)
• Discussion: Demolition Control Area By-law Process (City Wide)
• Consent item: Appeal to Ontario Land Tribunal for 200 Market Street and 55 Queen Street North

Public Works Committee

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Transit Area Rating Review Sub-Committee

The Transit Area Rating Review Sub-Committee is meeting to review the current transit area rating system, which determines how transit costs are distributed. The agenda includes staff presentations on the area rating and HSR redesign, plus correspondence from Maple Leaf Foods, Bimbo Canada, Mohawk College, and the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce about transit funding. A delegation from the Hamilton Transit Riders Union is also scheduled. The sub-committee will also consider its terms of reference.

• Correspondence from Maple Leaf Foods requesting increased transit funding for their facility and business park
• Correspondence from Bimbo Canada supporting improved transit funding
• Correspondence from Mohawk College on expanding transit services and alternatives to area rating
• Staff presentation on transit area rating overview
• Staff presentation on (re)Design the HSR

Cleanliness and Security in the Downtown Core Task Force

The Cleanliness and Security in the Downtown Core Task Force meets to review staff presentations on downtown safety, noise, and infrastructure issues. The body will vote to approve the 2024 Work Plan and amend the Task Force's Terms of Reference. Two outstanding items, Waste Receptacles and the Community Points Program, are requested to be deferred to the next meeting.

• Approval of the 2024 Work Plan
• Amendments to the Terms of Reference for the Task Force
• Discussion of the Street Performance Policy and Noise Control By-Law
• Discussion of Ferguson Avenue North Train Fountain and Ferguson Station Remediation Timing
• Deferral of Waste Receptacles and Community Points Program items to the next meeting

Council

Hamilton City Council is scheduled to vote on a series of by-laws that significantly alter zoning for low-density residential areas and on-street parking regulations. The agenda also includes the imposition of new storm and sanitary sewer charges for specific streets and the adoption of an Official Plan amendment regarding housing policies. Additionally, Council will consider motions related to board appointments and a reconsideration of a previous decision regarding a Councillor.

• Bill 050: Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 202 respecting Low Density Residential Policies in Secondary Plans
• Bill 051: Amend Zoning By-law 05-200 to update Low Density Residential (R1) and Small Lot (R1a) zones and create a new Large Lot (R2) zone
• Bill 052: Delete and replace Section 5 (Parking) of Zoning By-law 05-200
• Bill 048: Amend By-law 01-218 to regulate on-street parking, including changes to parking metres, time limits, and taxi stands
• Bill 046: Impose storm sewer charges on owners of land abutting Osprey Drive from Shaver Road to Servicing Easement

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities will receive correspondence about the HSR Fare Assist Program and the cancellation of temporary no-pay and voluntary pay programs, hear an update on the e-scooter pilot, and review a presentation on the Accessible Transportation Services Eligibility Appeal Policy. They will also consider a motion to purchase an annual Canva account and receive updates from several working groups.

• Correspondence on HSR Fare Assist Program and cancellation of temporary no-pay and voluntary pay programs
• E-Scooter Pilot Program update
• Accessible Transportation Services Eligibility Appeal Policy presentation
• Motion to purchase annual Canva account for the committee
• Working group updates: Built Environment, Housing Issues, Outreach, Transportation, Strategic Planning, Accessible Open Spaces and Parklands

Committee of Adjustment

The City of Hamilton Committee of Adjustment met on April 9, 2024, to review 20 minor variance applications. The agenda covers properties in West Development, East Development, Flamborough, and Dundas. The body considered staff comments and public input for each file, with decisions recorded for several items.

• HM/A-24:45: 135 Flatt Avenue, Hamilton (Ward 1)
• FL/B-24:10: 446 Orkney Road, Flamborough (Ward 12)
• DN/A-24:43: 26 Tally Ho Drive, Dundas (Ward 13)
• GL/A-23:250: 3355 Golf Club Road, Glanbrook (Ward 11)
• SC/A-23:186: 711 North Service Road/105A Edgewater Drive, Stoney Creek (Ward 10)

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes and discuss updates from its working groups. The agenda includes discussions on housing, communications, transportation, and elder abuse. It also covers planning for the International Day of Older Persons, a seniors kick-off event, and the Senior of the Year Awards. No specific dollar amounts or new ordinances are listed in the agenda text.

• Discussion of the Housing Working Group
• Discussion of the Getting Around Working Group
• Discussion of the Elder Abuse Working Group
• Planning for the International Day of Older Persons
• Planning for the Senior of the Year Awards

Planning Committee

The Hamilton Planning Committee will hold public hearings on two zoning by-law amendment applications that were deferred from previous meetings. One application concerns lands at 81 and 87 Rymal Road East, while the other involves 64 Hatt Street in Dundas. The committee will also discuss a city-wide Taxi Financial Incentive Pilot Program and approve the annual report on building permit fees.

• Public hearing on zoning by-law amendment for 81 and 87 Rymal Road East (Ward 8)
• Public hearing on zoning by-law amendment for 64 Hatt Street, Dundas (Ward 13)
• Discussion of the Taxi Financial Incentive Pilot Program (City Wide)
• Consent item: Annual Report on Building Permit Fees

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

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Audit, Finance and Administration Committee (Special)

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to discuss the 2024 Development Charges Background Study and By-law Update. The agenda includes a review of feedback from a public open house and a proposed amending motion related to this item, which was referred from Council on March 27, 2024.

• Discussion of 2024 Development Charges Background Study and By-law Update - Open House Feedback (FCS23103(a))
• Proposed Amending Motion to Item 3 of the Audit, Finance and Administration Committee Report 24-004

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss the transition of the Blue Box recycling program, the expansion of the Roadway Safety Team, and updates to cemetery by-laws. The committee will also vote on installing speed cushions on Owen Place, Kenora Avenue, and various streets in Ward 1. A delegation regarding bollards on Fellowes Crescent is scheduled for a future meeting.

• Discussion of Recycling Services for Non-Eligible Properties Following the Transition of the Blue Box Program (PW24021)
• Discussion of Roadway Safety Team Expansion (PW24019)
• Discussion of City of Hamilton's Cemeteries By-law Update (PW24023)
• Motion to install speed cushions on Owen Place and Kenora Avenue (Ward 5)
• Motion to install speed cushions on various streets in Ward 1

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear and decide on more than 30 applications for minor variances and consents (permission to divide land) at properties across Hamilton, Ancaster, Dundas, Flamborough, Glanbrook, and Stoney Creek. The agenda lists each application with staff comments and, for many, public comments and draft decisions. This is a routine but busy meeting where residents can see how individual property requests are handled.

• 211-225 John Street South and 70-78 Young Street (Ward 2) – consent application by Corktown LP
• 933 Highway No. 52 North, Ancaster (Ward 12) – consent application
• 8533 Airport Road West, Glanbrook (Ward 11) – consent application by Sonoma Homes
• 294 Green Road, Stoney Creek (Ward 10) – two applications (consent and variance) by Greenx Investments Inc.
• 300 Albright Road, Hamilton (Ward 5) – variance application by Valstar (Red Hill) Inc.

West Harbour Development Sub-Committee

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Audit, Finance and Administration Committee (Special - DC Hearing)

This is a special meeting of the Audit, Finance and Administration Committee, convened for a Development Charges (DC) hearing. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Hamilton Renewable Power Incorporated Board of Directors

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Emergency and Community Services Committee

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Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

This agenda for the Audit, Finance and Administration Committee meeting on March 21, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

General Issues Committee

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Emergency Council Meeting

This emergency meeting is primarily procedural, focusing on the confirmation of council proceedings. The only substantive item is a verbal update on a cyber security incident, which is held in private session due to security and legal privilege. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or policy changes are detailed in the agenda.

• Verbal update on a Cyber Security Incident (Private Session)
• Confirmation of Bill No. 033 - March 20, 2024 COUNCIL.pdf

Planning Committee

This agenda for the Hamilton Planning Committee meeting on 2024-03-19 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

This agenda contains only procedural placeholder text and no actual agenda items. There are no listed decisions, discussions, or business items for the Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee meeting on 2024-03-19.

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The provided text contains only empty data fields and interface placeholders. It does not list any specific motions, discussions, or decisions made by the Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities.

Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Hamilton Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee meeting on 2024-03-19 contains only boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

Public Health Committee

This agenda for the Hamilton Public Health Committee meeting on 2024-03-18 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. There are no decisions, discussions, or proposals listed for this meeting.

Public Works Committee

This agenda for the Hamilton Public Works Committee meeting on 2024-03-18 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

Committee of Adjustment

The City of Hamilton Committee of Adjustment meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, was cancelled due to technical issues. Consequently, no decisions were made on the 22 minor variance applications listed on the agenda. These items, which cover properties across Hamilton, Ancaster, Dundas, Flamborough, Glanbrook, and Stoney Creek, were not heard.

• Meeting cancelled due to technical issues
• 22 minor variance applications listed but not heard
• Applications spanned Wards 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 15

Delegated Consent Authority

The Delegated Consent Authority is meeting to decide on a development application for 246 Jackson Street West in Ward 1. The agenda includes only this one item, with staff comments and a decision document attached. The meeting is not livestreamed.

• Application HM/B-24:09 for 246 Jackson Street West, Ward 1
• Applicant: Coletara Development (M. Krasic)
• Agent: Bousfields Inc. (A. Paton)
• Owner: 235 Main Holdings Inc. (D. Kemper)

Committee of Adjustment

This is a procedural-only agenda for the Committee of Adjustment. The meeting includes appointing an acting chair, clarifying the format of hearings, and a closed session, followed by adjournment. No substantive applications, rezonings, or variances are listed for discussion or decision.

• Appoint Acting Chair
• Clarification for Format of Committee of Adjustment Hearings
• Closed session

Property Standards - CANCELLED

The agenda for the Hamilton, ON Property Standards meeting scheduled for March 6, 2024, indicates that the meeting was cancelled. The provided document contains no details on specific decisions, proposals, or discussions, as the session did not take place.

• Meeting status listed as CANCELLED

Emergency Council Meeting

This is an emergency City Council meeting with a single substantive item: a private, confidential verbal update on a cyber security incident, discussed behind closed doors under legal provisions for property security and solicitor-client privilege. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering agenda approval, declarations of interest, a confirming by-law, and adjournment.

• Confidential verbal update on a cyber security incident (no written copy)
• Bill No. 032 to confirm the proceedings of City Council

Seniors Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Hamilton Seniors Advisory Committee meeting on 2024-03-01 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion. The document provides no details on specific topics, proposals, or actions.

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Hamilton Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee contains only boilerplate formatting and no substantive items. There are no listed decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics to report.

Council

Hamilton City Council is meeting to consider several committee reports, motions, and by-laws. Key items include establishing 2024 user fees, closing a portion of a road allowance on Governors Road, and amending the on-street parking by-law. Council will also receive correspondence on various topics and consider motions on infrastructure funding, winter response, and a Bird Friendly City designation.

• By-law to establish 2024 user fees and charges, repealing By-law No. 23-112 (City Wide)
• By-law to permanently close and sell road allowance abutting 1241 Governors Road, Flamborough (Ward 13)
• By-law to amend on-street parking regulations, affecting Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 14
• Motion to amend Item 4 of AFA Committee Report 21-022 regarding Investing in City Roads and Sidewalks Infrastructure with Canada Community-Building Funds
• Motion to amend Item 1 of Emergency and Community Services Report 23-011 regarding Annual Winter Response Strategy

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee (Special - DC Hearing)

This is a special meeting of Hamilton's Audit, Finance and Administration Committee, convened as a Development Charges (DC) hearing. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision. No specific proposals, reports, or dollar amounts are listed in the provided text.

• Special meeting designated as a DC (Development Charges) hearing
• No agenda items, reports, or motions are listed in the provided text

Hamilton Veterans Committee

This agenda for the Hamilton Veterans Committee meeting on 2024-02-27 is only procedural boilerplate. It contains no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.

Committee of Adjustment

This meeting of the City of Hamilton Committee of Adjustment, scheduled for February 27, 2024, was cancelled due to technical issues. The agenda listed 24 items, including minor variances and consents for properties across Hamilton, Ancaster, Flamborough, Dundas, Glanbrook, and Stoney Creek. No decisions were made.

• 253 Emerson Street, Hamilton (Ward 1) - minor variance (HM/A-23:229)
• 168 Cannon Street West, Hamilton (Ward 2) - minor variance (HM/A-24:06)
• 47 Alderson Drive, Hamilton (Ward 8) - minor variance (HM/A-24:13)
• 180 Nakoma Road, Ancaster (Ward 12) - minor variance (AN/A-24:12)
• 2018 Highway No. 5 West, Flamborough (Ward 12) - minor variance (FL/A-24:18)

Airport Sub-Committee

This agenda for the Hamilton Airport Sub-Committee contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

Hamilton Licensing Tribunal

The Hamilton Licensing Tribunal is meeting to hear an appeal by Ross Williams against the November 23, 2023 refusal of his City of Hamilton Mobile Licence – Refreshment Vehicle Class A, under the Business Licensing By-law. The agenda also includes routine items: approval of the agenda, declarations of conflict of interest, and approval of minutes from the June 22, 2023 meeting.

• Appeal hearing for refusal of mobile refreshment vehicle licence (Class A) to Ross Williams
• Refusal notice dated November 23, 2023
• Minutes of previous meeting (June 22, 2023) for approval

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to consider several zoning by-law amendments, draft plans of subdivision, and other planning matters. Public hearings are scheduled for applications at 26 Southcote Road, 237 Springbrook Avenue, and 64 Hatt Street, as well as city-wide updates to residential zoning. The committee will also discuss appeals of Committee of Adjustment decisions and other planning items.

• Public hearing: Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision at 26 Southcote Road, Ancaster (PED24027)
• Public hearing: Zoning By-law Amendment at 237 Springbrook Avenue, Ancaster (PED24042)
• Public hearing: Zoning By-law Amendment at 64 Hatt Street, Dundas (PED23164)
• Discussion: Updates to Low Density Residential (R1/R1a) zones and creation of new Large Lot (R2) zone (PED22154(a))
• Motion: Demolition permits for properties on Dickenson Road West and Glancaster Road

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee will hear a staff presentation on an accounts payable fraud and waste investigation, receive public feedback on the 2024 Development Charges Background Study, and discuss updates to the City Enrichment Fund. The agenda includes consent items and a private session on an Auditor General matter.

• Accounts Payable Special Investigation (Fraud and Waste Report #65357)
• 2024 Development Charges Background Study and By-law Update - Open House Feedback
• 2023 City Enrichment Fund Update
• City Enrichment Fund Community Consultation Update
• Private session on Auditor General Reporting of Serious Matters to Council (Case #71958)

Emergency and Community Services Committee

This agenda for the Hamilton Emergency and Community Services Committee meeting on 2024-02-22 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee will discuss and potentially decide on several items, including the deferred housing property review and disposition strategy, authority to enter into rent supplement agreements, and a motion on 2024 temporary outdoor patio program fees. They will also receive updates on encampment response and winter response strategies, and consider a petition against parking removal in Stoney Creek.

• Housing Sustainability and Investment Roadmap: City Property Review and Property Disposition Strategies (deferred sub-sections d and e)
• Authority to Enter into Rent Supplement Agreements Under Various Programs (HSC24005)
• Motion on 2024 Temporary Outdoor Patio Program Fees
• Petition to Oppose Removal of Community Parking in Stoney Creek
• Supplementary Funding for All Our Relations Public Art Piece (Ward 2)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review the Hamilton Street Railway's annual service plan enhancements (Year 8 of the 10-Year Local Transit Strategy), discuss standardizing fleet parts and suppliers, consider awarding a tender for a spray pad at Woodlands Park, and review a drainage assessment study in Ancaster. The committee will also consider motions on road resurfacing and improvements to the Hamilton Amateur Athletics Association Grounds.

• HSR Annual Service Plan Enhancements - Year 8 of 10-Year Local Transit Strategy (PW24010)
• Standardization of Fleet Parts, Service and Single Source Suppliers (PW09074(f))
• Award of Tender C15-76-23 for Construction of Spray Pad at Woodlands Park (PW24007)
• Detailed Drainage Assessment Study (Phase 2) of Rurally Serviced Neighbourhoods in Ancaster (PW16100(a)/PED24032)
• Motions: Road Resurfacing on Dunsmure Road and Balsam Avenue South; Improvements to Hamilton Amateur Athletics Association Grounds

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee is meeting to handle property standards matters, including a hearing for an order at 9 Ridgewood Boulevard. Several items are being adjourned to the March 6th meeting, including a request for 16 Wilson Street East and previously adjourned cases at 312 Aberdeen Avenue and 121 Hunter Street West. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Hearing on order for 9 Ridgewood Boulevard (Ward 13)
• Adjournment request for 16 Wilson Street East (Ward 12)
• Adjourned cases: 312 Aberdeen Avenue (Ward 1) and 121 Hunter Street West (Ward 2)
• Approval of minutes from December 20, 2023
• Clerk's report from January 31, 2024

Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee

The Heritage Permit Review Sub-Committee is meeting to review three heritage permit applications for properties in Ancaster and Dundas. The committee will decide on proposed restorations and alterations to heritage-designated buildings, including wood restoration, roof replacement, and exterior changes. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and declarations of interest.

• HP2024-001: 310 Wilson Street East, Ancaster (Ancaster Old Town Hall) - restoration of exterior wood components, cupola roofing, and window coverings
• HP2024-002: 733 Mineral Springs Road, Ancaster (Griffin House) - restoration of cladding, cedar roof replacement, accessible pathways, stone stoop, and beam repairs
• HP2024-003: 46 Melville Street, Dundas - new rear wood deck, new door, window changes, and flue vent

Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability

The Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability is meeting to approve its agenda and previous minutes, receive a presentation from Engage Hamilton on engagement processes, and discuss its 2024 meeting schedule and work plans for discovery, stakeholder engagement, and professional support. The agenda is largely procedural, with the substantive items being the presentation and work plan discussions.

• Presentation from Engage Hamilton on engagement processes and practices
• Discussion of 2024 meeting schedule
• Discussion of work plans for discovery, stakeholder engagement, and professional support

Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee

The Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee will hear a delegation from Timmins Martelle Heritage Consultants on the draft Cultural Heritage Evaluation for Juravinski Hospital at 711 Concession Street. The committee will also receive notices of by-laws designating 7 Ravenscliffe Avenue and 54-56 Hess Street South under the Ontario Heritage Act. A monthly report on proactive listings for the Municipal Heritage Register will be discussed, along with updates on endangered and other heritage properties.

• Draft Cultural Heritage Evaluation for Juravinski Hospital, 711 Concession Street
• Notice of Passing of By-law No. 24-007 to designate 7 Ravenscliffe Avenue
• Notice of Passing of By-law No. 24-010 to designate 54 and 56 Hess Street South
• Monthly Report on Proactive Listings for the Municipal Heritage Register (PED24044)
• Endangered properties list includes 100 West 5th Street (Century Manor) and 711 Concession Street (1932 Wing)

General Issues Committee (Budget)

The General Issues Committee (Budget) is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several consent items related to city finances and services. These include an alternative financing strategy for development charge exemptions, litter management service enhancements, potential tax levy savings in apartment rental and tenant support programs, and the replacement of 2018 diesel waste packer equipment. The meeting is primarily procedural, with no discussion items or motions listed.

• Alternative Financing Strategy for Discretionary Development Charge Exemptions (FCS24017)
• Litter Management Service Enhancements (PW23076(a))
• Opportunities for Tax Levy Savings in the Hamilton Apartment Rental Program and Tenant Support Program (PED23072(b) / HSC23023(c))
• Replacement of 2018 Diesel Waste Packer Equipment (PW24009)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting held to receive the General Issues Committee's operating and capital budget report from January and February 2024. The council will also pass a confirming by-law to formalize its decisions. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• General Issues Committee (Operating and Capital Budget) Report 24-001
• Confirming By-law Bill No. 030

Council

Hamilton City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including adopting the Housing for Hamilton Community Improvement Plan and related by-laws, zoning changes for properties on Rymal Road, and a potential lease for a paediatric hospice. The agenda also includes several motions, such as establishing a sister city relationship with Paynesville City, Liberia, and supporting the end of a gas pipeline subsidy. The meeting will also receive various correspondence and committee reports.

• Adoption of Housing for Hamilton Community Improvement Plan (2024) and related by-laws (Bills 024-026)
• Zoning amendments for 164, 168, 176 Rymal Road East (Bill 023) and 459, 465 Rymal Road West (Bill 028)
• Potential lease with Kemp Care Network to build a paediatric hospice at 41 South St. West
• Motion to establish a Sister City relationship with Paynesville City, Liberia
• Motion to support ending the gas pipeline subsidy

Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee

The Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee is meeting to approve minutes and hear staff presentations on 2024 Hamilton Business Centre services and grants, as well as updates from the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce for BIAs. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions listed for public discussion.

• 2024 Hamilton Business Centre Services and Grants Updates (staff presentation)
• 2024 Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Updates for BIAs (staff presentation)
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2024 meeting

Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities is meeting to review the Q4 2023 performance of Accessible Transportation Services and its future roadmap. They will also discuss the committee's terms of reference, a working group review, and a representative to the Hamilton Strategic Road Safety Committee. The agenda includes standard procedural items like approval of minutes and declarations of interest.

• Accessible Transportation Services Performance Review - Q4 2023
• Accessible Transportation Services Road Map
• Safety Concerns respecting City Hall Stairs
• Proposed Terms of Reference (February 2024)
• Hamilton Strategic Road Safety Committee Representative

Delegated Consent Authority

This is a delegated consent authority meeting where staff decide on a single application under delegated authority. The only item is a consent (land severance) application for 2004 Concession 10 West in Flamborough (Ward 13), involving the owner, applicant, and agent listed. The meeting is not livestreamed and is procedural in nature, with the decision document attached.

• Consent application FL/B-23:92 for 2004 Concession 10 West, Flamborough (Ward 13)
• Applicant: Bartelse Properties Inc.; Agent: Van Harten Surveying Inc.; Owner: M. Silveira
• Decision document signed and attached

Grants Sub-Committee

The Grants Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the City Enrichment Fund, including a community consultation update and a 2023 program update. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of agenda, declarations of interest, and minutes from the previous meeting. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion.

• City Enrichment Fund Community Consultation Update (GRA23003(c))
• 2023 City Enrichment Fund Update (GRA24001)

Waste Management Sub Committee

The Waste Management Sub-Committee is meeting to receive staff presentations on the Asset Management Plan, 2023 Waste Year in Review, the 2024-2025 Waste Management Guide, a Green Bin Participation Study, Blue Box Transition Update, Promotion and Education Update, and the Solid Waste Management Master Plan. They will also discuss the Waste Management Terms of Reference, as amended by Council on December 13, 2023. The agenda includes routine items like approval of agenda, minutes, and declarations of interest.

• Staff presentation: Asset Management Plan
• Staff presentation: 2023 Waste Year in Review
• Staff presentation: 2024-2025 Waste Management Guide
• Staff presentation: Green Bin Participation Study
• Discussion: Waste Management Terms of Reference (amended by Council Dec 13, 2023)

Cross Melville District Heritage Committee

The Cross Melville District Heritage Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural items and one heritage permit application. The main substantive item is a heritage permit for exterior alterations at 46 Melville Street in Dundas, which the committee will discuss.

• Heritage Permit Application HP2024-003 for 46 Melville Street, Dundas
• New rear wood deck construction
• New door in side (east) elevation using existing window opening
• Removal of two rear door openings, infilled with brick
• Two new windows and a flue vent on rear (south) elevation

Emergency and Community Services Committee

The Emergency and Community Services Committee is meeting to discuss two main items: renewing the operating agreement for the Beasley Community Centre in Ward 2, and updates to the City of Hamilton's Emergency Plan, including an amendment to By-law 22-005. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, communications, and delegations.

• Renewal of Beasley Community Centre Operating Agreement (CS13018(d))
• Updates to the Emergency Plan (HSC22001(b))
• Appendix A to amend By-law 22-005

General Issues Committee

The General Issues Committee is meeting to hear delegations on several topics, including LRT operations, a proposed housing project, and land acquisition for Kemp Care Network. They will also discuss reports from sub-committees on Business Improvement Areas, interviews, and Light Rail Transit, and consider a motion on an arts and cultural performance space. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and declarations of interest.

• Delegation on land sale/lease for Kemp Care Network at 41 South St. W.
• Delegation on Tax Increment Grant Program for 75 James Street South
• Delegation on BIA parking changes and 'porch patios' in Dundas
• Discussion of Light Rail Transit Sub-Committee Report 24-001
• Motion on Arts and Cultural Performance Space and potential Multi-Purpose Community Hub

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several planning matters, including public hearings for zoning by-law amendments, a discussion on housing accelerator fund incentives, and a report on farm labour residences. The agenda also includes items on taxi plate fees, parking enforcement contracts, and demolition permits. The meeting includes a non-statutory public meeting for an appealed official plan and zoning amendment at 1065 Paramount Drive.

• Public hearing for UHOPA-23-005 and ZAC-23-006 at 1065 Paramount Drive, Stoney Creek, appealed to Ontario Land Tribunal
• Zoning by-law amendment applications for 459/465 Rymal Road West and 164/168/176 Rymal Road East
• Discussion on implementing CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund incentive programs and updates to Housing for Hamilton Community Improvement Plan
• Discussion on inactive taxi plate fee (PED24019) and contracted parking enforcement services (PED24031)
• Motions for demolition permits at 294 Tenth Road East and 23-25 King Street East, Stoney Creek

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss HSR ridership recovery, a Ministry of Transportation agreement for Garner Road and Highway 6, and a motion to restore tree canopy in Westdale. They will also receive correspondence on waste enforcement and consider updates to the Outstanding Business List.

• HSR Ridership Recovery report (PW21056(b))
• Garner Road and Highway 6 Ministry of Transportation Agreement (PW24006/PED24030)
• Motion to re-instate tree canopy in Westdale Business Improvement Area (Ward 1)
• Intersection Control List (PW24001) covering Wards 1, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14
• Correspondence on waste enforcement in lower Hamilton

Public Health Committee

The Public Health Committee will discuss the 2024 Annual Service Plan and Budget and Public Health Priorities, including a confidential appendix on personnel matters. They will also consider endorsing a letter from Huron Perth Public Health calling for federal action on nicotine pouches, and receive an information report on immunization of school pupils.

• 2024 Annual Service Plan and Budget and Public Health Priorities (BOH24001)
• Endorsement of letter to federal government on nicotine pouches
• Immunization of School Pupils Act information report (BOH24002)
• Removal of completed outstanding business item on Board of Health Advisory Committee

Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority Joint Working Group

The Joint Working Group, comprising the mayors and three council members from each city, met to discuss a fair and equitable process for jointly appointing a new municipal representative to the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority Board of Directors. The agenda lists no specific decisions, contracts, or public hearings, indicating the session was focused on procedural discussion.

• Discussion of the process for jointly appointing a new municipal representative to the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority Board of Directors

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Seniors Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approving minutes, receiving communications, and hearing a staff presentation on the Seniors at Risk in Hamilton (SaRiH) program. The committee will also review updates from its working groups and committees on topics like housing, elder abuse, and upcoming events.

• Presentation on Seniors at Risk in Hamilton (SaRiH) by Christine Wong, Seniors at Risk Program Coordinator, Good Shepherd Centre
• Updates from working groups: Communications, Housing, Getting Around, Elder Abuse
• Updates from working committees: International Day of Older Persons, Seniors Kick-off Event, Senior of the Year Awards, McMaster Institute for Research on Aging, Ontario Health Coalition, Age-Friendly Hamilton, Extreme Heat Committee
• Information on upcoming Seniors Wellness Fairs

Cleanliness and Security in the Downtown Core Task Force

The Cleanliness and Security in the Downtown Core Task Force is meeting to receive updates on service level enhancements and correspondence, and to discuss priorities for safety, security, and cleanliness in the downtown core. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a previous meeting and a revised terms of reference.

• Correspondence from Laurie Brady regarding downtown cleanliness and security
• Downtown Cleanliness Service Level Enhancements Update (August 8 and October 19, 2023)
• Revised Terms of Reference approved by Council on December 13, 2023
• Discussion item: Priorities in Safety, Security & Cleanliness in the Downtown Core

Open For Business Sub-Committee

The Open For Business Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss supports for small businesses and a citizen-facing portal for planning services. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and standard procedural items. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion and staff presentation.

• Staff presentation on Supports for Small Business (PED24037), city-wide
• Discussion item on Citizen Facing Portal for Planning Services (PED24038), city-wide
• Approval of minutes from October 26, 2023 meeting

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee is meeting to hear appeals regarding properties at 121 Hunter Street West and 312 Aberdeen Avenue. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the agenda, declaring conflicts of interest, and approving previous minutes.

• Appeal hearing for 121 Hunter Street West (Fontainebleau Apt Ltd)
• Appeal hearing for 312 Aberdeen Avenue
• Approval of minutes from December 20, 2023

General Issues Committee (Budget)

The General Issues Committee (Budget) is meeting to discuss the 2024 Tax Supported Budget and Financing Plan (FCS24002), which was deferred from the January 19, 2024 meeting. The committee will also consider a motion on the financial impact of provincial policies and downloaded expenses. The agenda includes staff presentations, discussion items, and motions related to the budget.

• 2024 Tax Supported Budget and Financing Plan (FCS24002) with operating and capital budget books
• Motion on Financial Impact of Provincial Policies and Downloaded Expenses
• 2024-2027 Reserve Financing Strategy
• 2025 to 2027 Multi-Year Outlook
• Discretionary Tax Supported Net Capital Funding 2024-2033 Forecast

Audit, Finance and Administration Committee

The Audit, Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from a February 2022 meeting, and to hold a hearing on a complaint about education development charges filed by Roy Rodrigues regarding 107 Manning Ave. The hearing is under Section 257.85 of the Education Act. No other substantive items are listed.

• Hearing on education development charges complaint by Roy Rodrigues (107 Manning Ave)
• Approval of minutes from February 28, 2022 meeting

Light Rail Transit Sub-committee

The Light Rail Transit Sub-committee is meeting to discuss the Hamilton LRT, with a staff presentation on operations models and a motion to apply a climate justice lens to recommendations. Four delegations are scheduled, including union representatives and a Toronto councillor. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and agenda.

• Staff presentation on Light Rail Transit Operations Models (PED23166(b))
• Motion: Applying a Climate Justice Lens to the Light Rail Transit Recommendations
• Delegation from Eric Tuck, ATU Local 107, on LRT Options Report
• Delegation from Vic Wojciechowska, CUPE 3906, on Keep Transit Public campaign
• Delegation from Councillor Josh Matlow, City of Toronto, on Hamilton LRT

Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee

The Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to consider recommendations to designate three properties under the Ontario Heritage Act: 419 Wilson Street East (Masonic Hall), 380-386 Wilson Street East (Former Ancaster Hotel), and 84 York Boulevard (Philpott Memorial Church). The committee will also review a Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment for 555 Bay Street North (Royal Hamilton Yacht Club) and receive delegation requests. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and consent items for heritage permits.

• Recommendation to designate 419 Wilson Street East, Ancaster (Masonic Hall) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
• Recommendation to designate 380-386 Wilson Street East, Ancaster (Former Ancaster Hotel and Coach House) under Part IV
• Recommendation to designate 84 York Boulevard, Hamilton (Philpott Memorial Church) under Part IV
• Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment Report for 555 Bay Street North (Royal Hamilton Yacht Club)
• Delegated approval of heritage permits: HP2023-056 (52 Charlton Ave W), HP2023-057 (35-43 Duke St), HP2023-053 (1561 Kirkwall Rd)