Kenora public meetings in 2023

Regular Meeting of Council

The City of Kenora Council will meet to consider adopting the 2024 Capital Budget and several municipal by-laws. The agenda includes land acquisitions for Snow Drive and Johnson Road, along with amendments to zoning and official plan policies. Presentations are also scheduled regarding water delivery rates and a safe injection site.

• Adoption of the 2024 Capital Budget
• Land acquisition for Snow Drive and Johnson Road
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment (D14-23-02) regarding secondary dwellings
• Moncrief Construction contract for asphalt and concrete crushing ($123,500.01)
• Official Plan Amendment (D09-23-01) regarding city-wide policies

Committee of the Whole

The committee is reviewing the adoption of the 2024 Capital Budget and several land acquisitions for municipal use, including Snow Drive and Johnson Road. Discussions also include amendments to official plan policies and zoning bylaws regarding additional residential units. Presentations are scheduled regarding policing and water delivery rate increases.

• Adoption of the 2024 Capital Budget
• Land acquisition for Snow Drive and Johnson Road
• Official Plan Amendment for Additional Residential Units
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment for secondary dwellings
• Presentation on Water Delivery Rate Increase

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole will hold continued budget discussions. The agenda also includes closed sessions regarding external organization funding and hospital development.

• Continued budget discussions
• Closed session regarding external organizations funding
• Closed session regarding hospital development

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2024 operating budget. The meeting includes a provision to move into a closed session to discuss labour relations regarding 2024 budget considerations.

• 2024 Operating Budget Discussion
• Closed session discussion on Labour Relations and 2024 budget considerations

Special Council Meeting

The City of Kenora Council is meeting to review two zoning bylaw amendments and an NOHFC funding application for McLeod Park Phase 2. Council will also provide three readings for the proposed zoning bylaws.

• Zoning Bylaw Amendment D14-23-06 (2852630 Ont Ltd)
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment D14-23-09 (5901058 Man Ltd)
• NOHFC Funding Application for McLeod Park Phase 2

Regular Meeting of Council

The Council will consider three readings for several by-laws, including updates to the investment policy and travel policy. The agenda also includes departmental Q3 reports and a presentation on capital works. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the disposition of land regarding an outdoor washroom property.

• Three readings for Zoning Bylaw Amendment D14-23-08
• Review of Purchasing Cards Policy #AF-1-2
• Review of Council Conference Travel Policy #CC-7-1
• Integrity Commissioner appointment and contract
• RFQ submissions for municipal street snowplowing

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole is meeting to review 2024 Operating Budget Decision Reports. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss one labour-related budget decision report.

• Review of 2024 Operating Budget Decision Reports
• Closed session regarding labour relations and one budget decision report

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several financial and administrative policies, including a new Investment Policy Statement and Purchasing Cards Policy. Council will also review third-quarter reports from multiple city divisions and consider a zoning by-law amendment.

• Approval of the 2024 Municipal Capital Budget
• Adoption of a new Investment Policy Statement
• Adoption of a new Purchasing Cards Policy #AF-1-2
• Adoption of a new Council Conference Travel Policy
• Zoning By-law Amendment D14-23-08 to change property from 'RU' Rural Zone to 'ML' Light Industrial Zone

Committee of the Whole

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Council

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Crime Prevention and Community Well Being Committee of Council

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Committee of the Whole

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Committee of the Whole

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Council

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Sustainability Advisory Committee

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Committee of the Whole

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Committee of the Whole

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Crime Prevention and Community Well Being Committee of Council

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Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council

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The committee confirmed the minutes from June 15, 2023, and agreed to have staff begin drafting the annual update report to Council. Members discussed various physical barriers in the community to be added to a wishlist for capital planning and grant opportunities.

• Confirmed June 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved drafting of the annual update report to Council

Committee of the Whole

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Council members completed mandatory standard of care training provided by the Walkerton Clean Water Centre. The committee also entered a closed session to discuss the disposition of a recreational property, though no reports were issued upon reconvening.

• Completed mandatory standard of care training from Walkerton Clean Water Centre
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss disposition of recreational property

Sustainability Advisory Committee of Council

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The Sustainability Advisory Committee approved amendments to its Terms of Reference to be presented to Council. The committee also voted to provide a cash prize for a youth climate competition. Members discussed budget planning and shoreline management strategies.

• Confirmed minutes from June 6 and July 18, 2023
• Approved donation of up to $500.00 to the Pitch It Competition winner at the 2023 Science North Youth Climate Action Summit
• Approved amendments to the Sustainability Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Scheduled amended Terms of Reference for presentation to Council on September 13, 2023

Council

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Council approved a budget amendment to move $100,000 from recycling revenue to the Capital Program Budget for a bridge assessment. The meeting also included a public proceeding regarding a proposed 217-unit residential development at 43 Rabbit Lake Road, though no final vote on the rezoning was recorded in the text.

• Approved reallocation of $100,000 from recycling revenue to Capital Program Budget for Portage Bay bridge assessment

Council

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Council authorized the sale of surplus municipal land at 117 Main Street South to Kenora HK Properties Ltd. Other key actions included approving a $686,194 insurance premium and directing the immediate reopening of Coker Road. Council also approved a zoning change for a cat shelter kennel at 725 Railway Street.

• Approved sale of 117 Main Street South to Kenora HK Properties Ltd for $135,000 plus HST
• Accepted 2023/2024 insurance premium from Intact Public Entities for $686,194.00 plus taxes
• Authorized $46,688.30 budget amendment for replacement IT servers
• Directed immediate reopening of Coker Road subject to Option 3 conditions
• Approved zoning amendment for 725 Railway Street to allow a cat shelter kennel
• Approved Section 357 tax adjustments with potential refunds of $2,431.41
• Appointed Dexter Hupe as Deputy Fire Chief
• Appointed Devon Staley and Max Emami as Temporary Chief Building Officials

Sustainability Advisory Committee of Council

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The committee received presentations from the Facilities and Solid Waste departments regarding energy consumption and landfill lifespan. Members discussed community composting and electric vehicle feasibility. The committee voted to have a councillor bring a motion to Council to reinstate the Re-Use Area at the Transfer Station.

• Approved request for Councillor Moncrief to make a Notice of Motion to reinstate the Re-Use Area at the Transfer Station

Zoning Bylaw and Official Plan Amendments Public Proceedings

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• Public proceedings for zoning bylaw amendments
• Public proceedings for official plan amendments

The meeting was held to receive a planning application to change the zoning of 725 Railway Street to allow for the Kenora Cat Shelter. The record does not state whether the amendment was voted on or approved, only that a recommendation for approval was presented.

• Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment D14-23-05 for 725 Railway St (Outcome not recorded)

Committee of the Whole

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The Committee of the Whole reviewed a municipal insurance renewal and a plan to reopen Coker Road. They also considered a budget amendment for IT server replacements and a proposal for a new off-leash dog park in Keewatin.

• Confirmed minutes from June 14, 16, and 22, 2023
• Proposed acceptance of $686,194.00 insurance premium from Intact Public Entities
• Proposed $46,688.30 budget amendment for IT server replacements
• Proposed approval of Section 357 tax adjustments totaling $2,431.41
• Proposed adding Keewatin Central Park dog park development to 2024 unfunded list
• Proposed immediate reopening of Coker Road via 'Option 3' subject to maintenance
• Proposed realignment of Coker Road (Option 2B) for 2024 budget development
• Deferred removal of holding provision for 321 First Ave S

Public Statutory Meeting

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Committee of the Whole

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Council received a geotechnical report regarding the failure and closure of Croker Road. Three repair options were presented, ranging from minimal repairs to full realignment. No decision was made; a recommendation report is expected on July 12.

• Received Geotechnical Investigation Report for Croker Road
• Approved motion to enter closed session at 4:44 p.m. to discuss a development proposal and the sale of 117 Main St S

Committee of the Whole

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The Committee of the Whole met to provide feedback on priorities for the 2024 budget. No formal votes were taken; members discussed focusing on community safety, downtown development, communications, and rural roads.

Council

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Council authorized a budget amendment for a new access road and adopted a Development Contribution Bylaw for private sector projects. The body also approved several new corporate and museum policies and appointed members to a community well-being committee.

• Approved up to $120,000 plus taxes from Future Land Development Reserve for 9th Street North road access
• Approved Development Contribution Bylaw for private sector projects with public benefit
• Adopted amended Customer Service Standards Policy #HR-2-23 and repealed by-law 126-2012
• Adopted Corporate Complaint Policy #AF-10-10
• Approved amendments to Parking Lots and Structures By-Law for Lot K and Lot Y
• Adopted five Muse Policies regarding community, conservation, interpretation, investment, and reserve funds
• Appointed 11 members to the Kenora Crime Prevention & Community Well-Being Advisory Committee
• Resolved to call on Provincial and Federal Governments to continue funding Treaty Three Police Service

Kenora Planning Advisory Committee

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Committee of the Whole

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The committee met in a closed session to discuss communication training for members of council. No substantive decisions or reports were made during the open session.

• Approved motion to move into closed session for communication training

Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council

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The committee decided to create a 'wishlist' of accessibility items to improve transparency for internal projects and grant opportunities. Members discussed the removal of one accessible parking space at Knox United Church and the addition of two spaces at the Moncrief Construction Sports Centre.

• Confirmed minutes of May 4, 2023 meeting
• Decided to create a 'wishlist' of accessibility items for projects and funding

Public Statutory Meeting

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Committee of the Whole

The agenda for the Kenora Committee of the Whole meeting on June 14, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion. No rezonings, contracts, public hearings, or other concrete matters are identified.

The Committee of the Whole approved updated standards for customer service and a new corporate complaint process. Council also amended parking bylaws for the summer season and accepted a quarterly financial status report.

• Confirmed minutes from May 10 and May 25, 2023 (Resolution #1)
• Accepted 2023 Financial Status and Forecast Report as of March 31, 2023
• Adopted amended Customer Service Standards Policy #HR-2-23
• Adopted Corporate Complaint Policy
• Approved amendments to Parking Lots and Structures By-Law for Lot K and Lot Y
• Received Communication Audit Report by The Hub @ Sutherland

Zoning Bylaw and Official Plan Amendments Public Proceedings

This meeting is a public hearing for proposed amendments to Kenora's Zoning Bylaw and Official Plan. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific details on the amendments or decisions.

• Public hearing for Zoning Bylaw amendments
• Public hearing for Official Plan amendments

Committee of the Whole

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The Committee of the Whole received a presentation on a communications audit detailing opportunities to improve internal and external engagement. Council also discussed priority issues for advocacy at the upcoming AMO conference. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Received Communication Audit Report presentation
• Discussed 2023 AMO delegation requests and advocacy priorities

Sustainability Advisory Committee of Council

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The committee elected a Chair and Vice-Chair for a one-year term and confirmed the March 28, 2023, minutes. Members identified five priority areas from the Sustainability Action Plan to focus on during the current term. The committee also expressed support for a light pollution policy and the designation of the Miller Rapid path as a trail.

• Elected Ashley Nordlund as Chair (effective June 06, 2023 to February 05, 2024)
• Elected Craig Debbo as Vice-Chair (effective June 06, 2023 to February 05, 2024)
• Confirmed March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Prioritized energy conservation retrofits program
• Prioritized incorporating green infrastructure into asset management
• Prioritized community composting program with institutional/commercial partners
• Prioritized Healthy Shorelines Program
• Prioritized mechanisms for local salvage, re-use, and exchange of building materials

Committee of the Whole

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The Committee of the Whole adjourned to a closed session to receive solicitor-client privileged advice regarding one land matter. No reports or decisions were made during the open session.

• Approved motion to move into closed session to discuss one land matter

Council

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Council established the 2023 revenue neutral tax ratios and approved several budget amendments for infrastructure and equipment. The body also passed a resolution requesting federal bail reform and approved various municipal contracts.

• Adopted Revenue Neutral Tax Ratios for 2023
• Approved $545,942 contract for fire tanker truck from Fort Garry Fire Trucks
• Approved $350,000 municipal street line painting contract with North West Lines
• Approved $44,653.37 budget request for Harbourtown Centre Business Improvement Board
• Passed resolution requesting Federal Government make legislative changes to bail reform
• Appointed Lisa Devlin to the Sustainability Advisory Committee
• Approved adding two accessible parking spaces at Moncrief Construction Sports Centre
• Approved replacing accessible parking at Knox United Church with 15-minute waiting space

Kenora Planning Advisory Committee

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Committee of the Whole

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The Committee confirmed the minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations on a Master Fire Plan, municipal investments, and planning frameworks. No substantive votes were recorded on tax rates or BIZ levies during this session, as these were noted as intentions for the May 17 meeting.

• Confirmed April 12, 2023 Committee of the Whole minutes (Carried)

Council

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Council approved a Master Services Agreement with Circular Materials to continue recycling services from July 1, 2023 to December 31, 2025. The decision was made after a closed session on labour relations. Administration was directed to review impacts on solid waste collection.

• Approved Circular Materials Master Services Agreement for Blue Box recycling (July 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2025)
• Directed administration to review impacts on Solid Waste Collection Services

Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council

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The committee received a presentation from Facilities Manager Shaun Clifford on completed and planned accessibility upgrades at Norman Park, including boardwalks, ramps, and floating docks. Members discussed plans for AccessAbility Week and agreed to showcase the committee's work through city channels. No formal decisions were made beyond confirming previous minutes.

• Confirmed minutes of March 23, 2023 meeting as written (carried)
• Agreed to showcase the committee for AccessAbility Week via city community channels

Kenora Planning Advisory Committee

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The Kenora Planning Advisory Committee approved draft plan of condominium D07-23-01 for Evergreen Condos, a 32-unit medium-density development at Brinkman Road and Ninth Avenue North. The approval is subject to 19 conditions including a minor variance for lot occupancy, noise mitigation measures, emergency access easement, and parkland dedication. The committee found the plan consistent with provincial policy and the city's official plan.

• Approved draft plan of condominium D07-23-01 for Evergreen Condos (unanimous)
• Imposed 19 conditions including minor variance, noise mitigation, emergency access easement, and parkland dedication
• Required noise mitigation measures: mechanical cooling, STC 50 walls facing rail yard, STC 35 windows
• Required notice to purchasers about Class 4 noise area and adjacent CP Rail operations
• Required private road agreement with signage stating road not maintained by city
• Required up to 5% land conveyance to city for park or recreational purposes
• Required site plan agreement and condominium declaration review before final approval

Council

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Council established 2023 pay rates for the Mayor and Councillors and authorized a $160,000 contribution for a NOHFC funding application. Several infrastructure and service agreements were approved, while two zoning and official plan amendments were deferred indefinitely. The Planning Department was also directed to begin public engagement on short-term rental regulations.

• Set 2023 remuneration at $41,263.61 for Mayor and $20,706.50 for Council
• Approved $160,000 city contribution for NOHFC Phase 2 funding application
• Approved contracts for metal roofs, active transportation plan, paving, and sewer/water reconstruction
• Approved Zoning Bylaw Amendment D14-23-03 for 1439 Railway Street
• Deferred Official Plan Amendment D09-23-01 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment D14-23-02 indefinitely
• Appointed Barbara Mocny and Grant Schwartzentruber as Building Officials
• Directed Planning Department to conduct public engagement on short-term rental options
• Authorized third-party review of water and wastewater funding model

Kenora Planning Advisory Committee

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The committee approved a minor variance for a dock expansion on Coney Island and granted provisional consent for a two-lot severance on Beryl Winder Road. One adjournment request for a separate file was also granted.

• Approved application D13-23-04 for dock expansion up to 280 m2 (5-1)
• Approved application D10-23-02 for lot severance at 38 Beryl Winder Road (provisional consent)
• Approved adjournment request for File No. D13-23-03 (McGarry) (unanimous)

Public Statutory Meeting

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Committee of the Whole

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The Committee of the Whole approved the 2023-2026 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and updated terms of reference for the Accessibility and Sustainability Advisory Committees. Council established 2023 remuneration rates and appointed new building officials. The Planning Department was directed to begin public engagement on short-term rental regulations.

• Accepted 2023-2026 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Amended Accessibility Advisory Committee Terms of Reference and repealed bylaw 60-2014
• Amended Sustainability Advisory Committee Terms of Reference and repealed bylaw 171-2020
• Set 2023 remuneration at $41,263.61 for Mayor and $20,706.50 for Council
• Appointed Barbara Mocny and Grant Schwartzentruber as Building Officials
• Accepted Short Term Rental Accommodations Regulatory Options Report and directed public engagement
• Confirmed minutes from March 8, 2023 meeting (Resolution #1)

Police Services Board

This agenda for the Kenora Police Services Board meeting on March 30, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Sustainability Advisory Committee of Council

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The committee approved updates to its Terms of Reference to be presented to Council on April 12, 2023. Members reviewed the Sustainability Action Plan and assigned follow-up tasks to staff and committee members regarding waste diversion, emissions tracking, and energy efficiency.

• Confirmed minutes from February 7, 2023 meeting
• Approved amended Terms of Reference for submission to Council
• Determined that comments regarding Miller Rapid trails remain with Council

Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council

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The Accessibility Advisory Committee approved revisions to its Terms of Reference and the City's Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and Progress Report. Both items will be brought forward to Council on April 12, 2023. The committee also discussed potential projects for a $60,000 Inclusive Community Grant.

• Confirmed February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Approved amended Terms of Reference to be sent to Council April 12, 2023 (Carried)
• Accepted Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and Progress Plan with revisions to be sent to Council April 12, 2023 (Carried)

Council

The agenda for the March 22, 2023 Kenora Council meeting consists entirely of embedded content placeholders and technical metadata with no substantive items, decisions, or discussions listed. No rezonings, contracts, public hearings, or other actionable business are present.

Council approved the 2023-2025 Municipal Operating Budget along with the Solid Waste and Water & Wastewater Utility budgets. Other key actions included adopting a new non-union salary grid and a new Site Plan Control Bylaw.

• Approved 2023-2025 Municipal Operating Budget (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2025 Municipal Solid Waste Utility Budget
• Approved 2023-2025 Municipal Water & Wastewater Utility Budget
• Adopted new non-union salary grid and professional/managerial pay grid
• Approved sign bylaw exemption for Moncrief Construction illuminated sign
• Approved new Site Plan Control Bylaw and repealed bylaw 105-2022
• Approved zoning amendment for Jones Road property to allow greenhouse use
• Adopted new Electronic Monitoring Policy #HR-2-5

Kenora Planning Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Kenora Planning Advisory Committee meeting on 2023-03-21 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no substantive information about what the committee will discuss or decide.

The committee approved a minor variance for an unpermitted dwelling and recommended that Council approve a zoning amendment for a new car dealership. It also recommended updating the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to align with provincial rules for additional residential units (ARUs).

• Approved minor variance D13-23-02 to reduce front yard setback from 15.0m to 10.0m for an existing unpermitted dwelling (Unanimous)
• Recommended Council approve Zoning By-law Amendment D14-23-03 to remove 'HL' Hazard Land Zone at 1439 Railway Street for a car dealership (Unanimous)
• Recommended Council approve Official Plan Amendment D09-23-01 and Zoning By-law Amendment D14-23-02 for additional residential units (6-1)

Committee of the Whole

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Council approved the 2023-2025 Municipal Operating, Solid Waste, and Water & Wastewater Utility budgets for formal adoption on March 22. The body also supported a new non-union salary grid and updated the Site Plan Control Bylaw to align with provincial legislation. Additionally, a zoning amendment was approved for a greenhouse on Jones Road.

• Approved 2023-2025 Municipal Operating, Solid Waste, and Water & Wastewater Utility budgets
• Supported adoption of new non-union salary grid based on 2021 Compensation Review
• Adopted new Electronic Monitoring Policy #HR-2-5
• Approved new Site Plan Control Bylaw and repealed bylaw 105-2022
• Approved Class 4 Noise Area designation for property east of Ninth Avenue North/south of Brinkman Road
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment D14-23-01 for agricultural use (greenhouse) on Jones Road
• Appointed Mayor Andrew Poirier and alternate Councillor Robert Bernie to Kenora Age Friendly Committee
• Confirmed minutes from February 8, January 30, February 1, February 2, February 6, and March 1, 2023

Zoning Bylaw and Official Plan Amendments Public Proceedings

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Public Statutory Meeting

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Committee of the Whole

This agenda for the Kenora Committee of the Whole meeting on March 1, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

The Committee of the Whole reviewed draft budgets for Solid Waste, Water and Wastewater, and the 2023 Operating Budget. No final votes were recorded; all budgets will be presented at the March 8 Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Reviewed Solid Waste Utility Budget including landfill packer and perimeter road projects
• Reviewed Water and Wastewater Utility Budget and noted outdated financial plan assumptions
• Discussed multi-unit water program rates for future review by CAO and SLT
• Reviewed 2023 Operating Budget overview including $511,474 in policing cost reductions

Police Services Board

This agenda for the Kenora Police Services Board meeting on February 23, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Kenora Planning Advisory Committee

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The Planning Advisory Committee approved a lot addition on Peterson Drive and recommended a zoning amendment for a property on Jones Road to allow a greenhouse. A separate application for lot creation on Peterson Drive was deferred pending an archaeological assessment.

• Approved lot addition application D10-22-13 at 211A Peterson Drive
• Deferred lot creation application D10-22-14 at 211 Peterson Drive pending Stage I Archaeological Assessment
• Recommended City Council approve Zoning By-law Amendment D14-23-01 on Jones Road to permit agricultural use/greenhouse
• Approved minutes from January 17, 2023 meeting
• Noted withdrawal of Minor Variance application D13-22-14 for 351 Peterson Road

Council

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Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council

This agenda for the Kenora Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council meeting on 2023-02-09 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The committee elected its leadership for a one-year term and established a meeting schedule for 2023. Members were tasked with reviewing the Terms of Reference and the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan for future meetings.

• Elected Chad English as Chair for a one-year term (Carried)
• Elected Mary Bawden as Co-Chair for a one-year term (Carried)
• Approved meeting every six weeks on Thursdays at 4:00pm for 2023 (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes from March 10, 2022 meeting (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

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Council approved the 2023 Five-Year Municipal Capital Budget with adjustments to defer downtown revitalization and utilize reserve and grant funding to avoid tax levy impacts. The committee also authorized the sale of surplus land on Superior Street and approved several grant applications.

• Approved 2023 Five-Year Municipal Capital Budget (deferred Matheson & First Street South design/tender to 2026/2027)
• Authorized sale of surplus land on Superior Street to Angela Breed and Kyle Hawkes for $25,000 plus HST
• Approved Section 357 tax adjustments with potential refunds totaling $742.90
• Authorized funding application to NOHFC Rural Enhancement Funding Stream
• Approved application by The Muse to the Seniors Community Grant for arts/heritage programming
• Approved bylaw for Municipal Forest Fire Management Agreement with Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to March 31, 2028
• Approved amending Terms of Reference for Crime Prevention & Community Well-Being Advisory Committee
• Confirmed minutes from January 11 and January 26, 2023 meetings

Sustainability Advisory Committee of Council

This agenda for the Kenora Sustainability Advisory Committee of Council meeting on 2023-02-07 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.

The committee held an orientation and elected a Chair and Co-Chair for one-year terms. Members established a bi-monthly meeting schedule for 2023 and discussed the implementation of the Sustainability Action Plan.

• Elected Teika Newton as Chair (term Feb 7, 2023, to Feb 5, 2024)
• Elected Keith Loucks as Co-Chair (term Feb 7, 2023, to Feb 5, 2024)
• Approved meeting schedule for the first Tuesday of every second month at 1:00pm CST for 2023

Committee of the Whole

This agenda for the Kenora Committee of the Whole meeting on February 6, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.

The Committee of the Whole held a brainstorming session to identify potential projects for the 2023 Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) budget, estimated at $700,000. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded; the session served to identify priorities for economic development and tourism.

• Discussed potential MAT funding for Tunnel Island development and Indigenous participation
• Proposed increasing holiday lighting budget beyond the $20,000 allocated for 2023
• Discussed creating a snowmobile cross-town corridor and downtown strategy
• Proposed exploring the acquisition of the Black Sturgeon boat launch from the MNR
• Discussed using MAT funds for Mount Evergreen trails and a dedicated sledding hill
• Proposed a feasibility study for additional hotels in the City
• Discussed infrastructure for a boatlift between Lake of the Woods and Winnipeg River
• Proposed adding signage to all MAT projects to clarify they are not funded by general tax dollars

Committee of the Whole

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Council reviewed the 2023 capital budget and approved individual projects by department. Adjustments to the capital budget reduced the proposed tax increase from 8.01% to 7.16%. The final budget will be presented at subsequent meetings on February 8 and February 15.

• Approved individual capital projects by department
• Decided to fund Office Renovation project in 2023 using reserve funds
• Deferred Downtown Revitalization project to 2027
• Approved moving forward with Harbourfront Development Plan Detailed Design
• Decided to proceed with operating budget as is without further reductions (4-2)
• Approved motion to enter closed session at 8:12 p.m.

Committee of the Whole

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The Committee of the Whole discussed the 2023 draft operating and capital budgets, including various property tax increase scenarios ranging from 4% to 15.7%. No final budget decisions were made; further discussion was scheduled for February 2, 2023.

• Approved motion to move into closed session at 6:28 p.m. to discuss labour relations and development matters

Council

This agenda for the Kenora, ON Council meeting of 2023-01-30 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content, providing no information about what the council will address.

Council met for a special meeting and received the Infrastructure Review Report for the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard. The report's matters are included in the proposed 2023 Operating and Capital Budgets.

• Received Drinking Water Quality Management Mandatory Reporting infrastructure review report

Committee of the Whole

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Council received presentations from the Senior Leadership Team regarding departmental capital budgets and the draft five-year capital plan. No formal approvals were made during this meeting; further discussions are scheduled for February 1st and 2nd.

• Reviewed draft 2023 operating budget with total expenses of $43,418,155
• Reviewed 2023 capital budget investment of $16.590 million
• Reviewed five-year capital plan totaling $70.488 million

Committee of the Whole

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The committee met for a special session and adjourned to a closed session to discuss council training and a personal matter. No reports or decisions were made during the open session.

• Approved motion to move into closed session (Carried)

Council

This agenda for the Kenora, ON Council meeting on 2023-01-18 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a template with no substantive content.

Council approved the creation of a Community Safety and Well-Being Coordinator position and funded a household organic waste diversion pilot. The city also endorsed provincial legislation to remove councillors who violate harassment policies.

• Approved adding one FTE for a Community Safety and Well-Being Coordinator
• Allocated $84,750 for 250 FoodCycler units and $10,000 for replacement filters
• Endorsed Bill 5 (Stopping Harassment & Abuse by Local Leaders Act)
• Appointed Corrie Neufeld and Heather Bird to the Accessibility Advisory Committee
• Approved Drinking Water Quality Management System Commitment and Endorsement
• Authorized Private Road Agreement with Iron Clad Storage Inc
• Authorized Master Services Agreement with Stantec Consulting Ltd. for Coker Road geotechnical work
• Tabled amended Terms of Reference for Crime Prevention & Community Well-Being Advisory Committee

Kenora Planning Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Kenora Planning Advisory Committee meeting on January 17, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.

The Planning Advisory Committee approved a minor variance to allow a hotel height of 18 metres, subject to specific amenity size requirements. Additionally, one minor variance application regarding a dock was adjourned to a future meeting for legal review.

• Approved Application D13-23-01 for 18m hotel height at 1210 Highway 17 East, conditional on a pool area of min. 201.5 sq m and restaurant/meeting space of min. 148.5 sq m (Unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of Application D13-22-14 (dock up to 550 m2) to February 21, 2023, for legal advice (Unanimous)
• Adopted December 20, 2022, meeting minutes as amended

Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council

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Committee of the Whole

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Council approved the creation of a permanent Community Safety and Well-Being Coordinator role and funded an expanded organic waste diversion pilot. The meeting also included presentations on property assessment and local trail and skating needs.

• Approved new Community Safety and Well-Being Coordinator position ($87,617 salary and $75,000 operating budget)
• Approved $84,750 for 250 FoodCycler units and $10,000 for replacement filters
• Approved Drinking Water Quality Management System Commitment and Endorsement
• Endorsed Bill 5 - Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act
• Appointed Corrie Neufeld and Heather Bird to the Accessibility Advisory Committee
• Confirmed minutes from December 5 and December 29, 2022
• Directed Administration to register Council members for 2023 conferences