Niagara-on-the-Lake public meetings in 2023

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment is meeting by video conference to hear three minor variance applications and two consent applications, plus a request to attend from Richard Huang. The committee will also review November minutes and an Ontario Land Tribunal decision on a prior variance at 517 Gate Street.

• Minor Variance A-33/23 at 216 William Street
• Minor Variance A-34/23 at 31 Goring Way
• Minor Variance A-35/23 at 1410 Line 6 Road
• Consent B-33/23 at 1436 & 1442 York Road, with zoning by-law amendment 4316EZ-23
• Consent B-34/23 at 431 Line 2 Road

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is holding a routine video-conference meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering call to order, adoption of agenda, conflict of interest, previous minutes, and announcements. The main business items are updates on construction, fundraising, and new members, with the next meeting scheduled for January 17, 2024.

• Review of post-meeting minutes from November 15, 2023
• Construction update
• Fundraising update
• New members update
• Next meeting set for January 17, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Open House

This is an open house for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-24-2023) for the property at 431 Line 2 Road. The meeting is informational, allowing residents to learn about the proposed zoning change before a future public meeting.

• ZBA-24-2023 for 431 Line 2 Road
• Notice of complete application
• Open house and public meeting scheduled

Tourism Strategy Committee

The Tourism Strategy Committee is meeting to review a draft Tourism Strategy Report, the main substantive item on the agenda. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering call to order, adoption of agenda, conflict of interest, previous minutes, announcements, correspondence, new business, and adjournment.

• Review of Draft Tourism Strategy Report
• Adoption of October 30, 2023 meeting minutes

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice regarding properties at 144 & 176 John Street East, 200 John Street, and 588 Charlotte Street. Council will also consider a by-law to appoint an interim Chief Administrative Officer and repeal the previous appointment by-law, plus a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) re: 144 & 176 John Street East, 200 John Street & 588 Charlotte Street
• By-law 5553-23 to appoint interim CAO and repeal by-law 5275-20
• By-law 5554-23 to confirm council proceedings of December 15, 2023

Council Meeting

The Council will review several zoning by-laws for properties on Hunter Road, York Road, and Line 1 Road. The agenda also includes discussions on Four Mile Creek maintenance and requests for municipal significance for Ice Wine events.

• Zoning by-law for 434 Hunter Road
• Zoning by-law for 1436 & 1442 York Road
• Zoning by-law for 451 Line 1 Road
• Four Mile Creek Maintenance (OPS-23-010)
• Motor Vehicle Collision Invoicing Pilot Program

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting covers routine year-end approvals: 2024 indexing for cash-in-lieu of parking and development charges, corporate insurance renewal, user fees, and a motion to allow spending up to 35% of prior-year budgets before the 2024 budget is adopted. The Lord Mayor will give a verbal update on a regional governance study. The agenda is largely procedural and administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Proposed 2024 Cash-in-Lieu of Parking Indexing (CS-23-038)
• 2024 Corporate Insurance Renewal (CS-23-039)
• Proposed 2024 Development Charges Indexing (CS-23-040)
• Proposed 2024 User Fees and Charges (CS-23-041)
• Motion to allow 35% of prior-year department budgets for 2024 expenditures before budget adoption

Information Package

This is an information package for the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, not a decision-making meeting. It includes announcements about the CAO's resignation, a Name a Snowplow contest, and a notice for a zoning application at 431 Line 2 Road. The package also compiles correspondence from other municipalities and agencies on various provincial and regional matters.

• Media release: Niagara-on-the-Lake CAO resigns
• Name a Snowplow contest launched by the town
• Notice of complete application, open house, and public meeting for ZBA-24-2023 at 431 Line 2 Road
• Correspondence from Township of Puslinch re: amendments to Income Tax Act
• Letter from IESO re: Ontario's zero-emissions energy grid

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will review several heritage permit applications, including a demolition notice for 134 Victoria Street and an emergency staircase at Willowbank, and consider amendments to the heritage grant program and a delegation by-law. The meeting includes updates on properties and requests for grant extensions.

• 167 Regent Street - Heritage Permit and Grant Applications Amendment (HER-08-2023)
• Adoption of Heritage Delegation By-law (CDS-23-252)
• Revising the Municipal Heritage Grant Program (CDS-23-255)
• 134 Victoria Street - Notice of Intent to Demolish rear addition and accessory building (CDS-23-240)
• 14487 Niagara River Parkway (Willowbank) - Heritage Permit for emergency staircase (HER-41-2023)

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning is meeting to hold public meetings on three zoning by-law amendments (135 Queen Street, 145 Hunter Road, and Modero Estates on Concession 7 Road), hear a delegation on a zoning amendment for 434 Hunter Road, and receive a presentation on a character study for the former Rand Estate and John Street East. The consent agenda includes several zoning by-law amendments, a planning fee refund waiver, appointment of a town historian, municipal assumption of services for a subdivision, and a municipal accommodation tax agreement. The meeting also includes a closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice on Balls Beach, the Cole Drain, and Chamber of Commerce/Tourism NOTL.

• Public meetings: ZBA-22-2023 (135 Queen Street), ZBA-23-2023 (145 Hunter Road), OPA-02-2022/ZBA-07-2022 (Modero Estates, Concession 7 Road)
• Consent: ZBA-06-2023 (434 Hunter Road, Cornerstone Community Church), ZBA-17-2023 (1436-1442 York Road), ZBA-21-2023 (451 Line 1 Road)
• Consent: Village Phase 4 West Subdivision municipal assumption of services (File 26T-18-17-01)
• Consent: Municipal Accommodation Tax Transfer Payment Agreement (CS-23-037)
• Presentation: Former Rand Estate and John Street East Character Study by Tim Smith, Urban Strategies

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss personal matters about identifiable staff members. The only public action is adopting a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) regarding personal matters about staff
• Proceedings By-law No. 5547-23 to confirm the meeting's proceedings

Information Package

This is an information package for the November 30, 2023 meeting, containing notices of decision for two zoning by-law amendments and a large volume of correspondence from other municipalities and agencies. No decisions are being made; the items are for the council's information only.

• Notice of Decision ZBA-09-2023 for 925 Line 2 Road
• Notice of Decision ZBA-07-2023 for 1339 Lakeshore Road
• Niagara Region update on unbuilt housing supply
• Correspondence on guaranteed livable income from multiple municipalities
• Correspondence on amendments to the Legislation Act, 2006 from multiple municipalities

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee is meeting to review the proposed 2024 water and wastewater operating budget, related salaries, and user fee schedules. These items are under discussion and no final decisions are noted in the agenda.

• 2024 Proposed Water and Waste Water Operating Budget
• 2024 Proposed Water and Waste Water Salaries
• User Fee Schedules (Item 5.5 from November 22 Budget Agenda)

Short Term Rental Committee

The Short-Term Rental Committee is meeting to receive an update on the current short-term rental by-law status and to review the process for creating the by-law going forward. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the two presentations by Fire Chief Jay Plato.

• Short-Term Rental By-law Status Update by Fire Chief Jay Plato
• Overview of the Short-Term Rental By-law creation process

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is meeting to review the draft Urban Design Guidelines for the Glendale Secondary Plan (CDS-23-254), including appendices on the guidelines and land use concept. The agenda also includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda, conflict of interest declarations, previous minutes, and a staff resignation announcement. No other substantive business is listed.

• Review of Glendale Secondary Plan DRAFT Urban Design Guidelines (CDS-23-254)
• Appendix I: Glendale SP UDG Draft 1b
• Appendix II: Land Use Concept
• Resignation of staff member announced
• Previous minutes from October 25, 2023

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee is discussing several components of the 2024 budget, including operating summaries and business case rankings. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding employee bargaining group agreements.

• 2024 Operating Budget Summary
• 2024 Budget Survey Results (CAO-23-081)
• User Fee Schedules
• Business Case Rankings
• Year End Projections

Council Meeting

Council is meeting to decide on several items, including zoning by-law amendments for properties on Lakeshore Road and Line 2 Road, lease agreements for the courthouse and a daycare addition, and a new animal care and control bylaw. They will also review the temporary patio program and the 2024 meeting calendar. The meeting includes a closed session for personal matters and solicitor-client advice regarding 72 Shakespeare Avenue.

• Zoning amendment at 1339 Lakeshore Road to allow small-scale tourist accommodation
• Zoning amendment at 925 Line 2 Road to reduce lot frontage and restrict new dwellings on agricultural land
• Lease extension with Parks Canada for the courthouse at 26 Queen Street
• Lease agreement with Niagara Nursery School for daycare addition at 6 Anderson Lane
• New Animal Care and Control by-law 5543-23

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-22-2023) for 135 Queen Street. The meeting is informational, allowing residents to learn about the application before a future public meeting. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• ZBA-22-2023 - 135 Queen Street zoning by-law amendment application
• Open house and public meeting notice for 135 Queen Street

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider six applications: one minor variance and five consent applications, plus a request to defer one consent application. The committee will also approve minutes from its October 19 meeting. All items are for decision or discussion.

• Deferral request for Consent Application B-27/23 at 298 Niven Road
• Minor Variance A-32/23 at 18 Vincent Avenue (CDS-23-241)
• Consent Application B-25/23 at 280 Niven Road (CDS-23-221)
• Consent Application B-26/23 at 282 Niven Road right-of-way (CDS-23-222)
• Consent Applications B-30/23 at 145 Hunter Road, B-31/23 at 237 Anne Street, B-32/23 at 263 Niagara Boulevard

Information Package

This is an information package for the November 16, 2023 meeting, containing public announcements and correspondence from other municipalities. The most notable item is a notice of public meeting for a proposed official plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment, and subdivision (OPA-02-2022, ZBA-07-2022, 26T-18-22-01) for Modero Estates on Concession 7 Road, north of York Road. The package also includes media releases about dog licensing, the Christmas parade, a giving campaign, and a fire department certification, as well as correspondence supporting various provincial legislative changes.

• Notice of public meeting for Modero Estates (OPA-02-2022, ZBA-07-2022, 26T-18-22-01) on Concession 7 Road, north of York Road
• Town launches partnership with DocuPet for dog licensing
• Annual Christmas parade preparations announced
• NOTL Gives Back campaign for the season of giving
• Fire department attains 'Accredited Superior Tanker Shuttle Service' certification

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is holding a routine meeting to discuss updates on Phase 2 of the trail, Phase 1 signage, fundraising efforts, and new members. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Phase 2 update
• Phase 1 sign update
• Fundraising update
• New members update
• Review of October 18, 2023 minutes

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole - General is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a review of the Temporary Patio Program, lease agreements for the courthouse at 26 Queen Street and the daycare at 6 Anderson Lane, and a delegation on Municipal Accommodation Tax funds. The meeting also includes a closed session for legal and personal matters, and several information reports.

• Temporary Patio Program Review (CDS-23-205)
• 26 Queen Street courthouse lease extension with Parks Canada (OPS-23-060)
• 6 Anderson Lane daycare addition lease with Niagara Nursery School (OPS-23-061)
• Delegation by Minerva Ward, Tourism NOTL, on Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) funds
• Closed session under solicitor-client privilege regarding Municipal Accommodation Tax

Open House

This is an open house for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-23-2023) at 145 Hunter Road. The meeting is a public session to present the application and gather input before a future public meeting. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• Open house for ZBA-23-2023 at 145 Hunter Road

Information Package

This is an information package for the November 9, 2023 meeting. It includes a notice of a complete application, open house, and public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment at 135 Queen Street, plus correspondence from Niagara Region and the Government of Canada. No decisions are being made; items are for information only.

• Notice of Complete Application, Open House and Public Meeting - ZBA-22-2023 - 135 Queen Street
• Niagara Region Transit OnDemand Service Statistics for 2023
• Prime Minister's Awards - Nominate an Educator Today

Irrigation Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including adoption of the agenda, previous minutes, and conflict of interest declarations. The main item is a presentation from Frank Racioppo regarding Queenston Quarry, with attached maps of the St. Laurent Drain and OPG Siphon. The committee will also receive updates on pump status, the NPCA MOU, and the Green Machine schedule.

• Presentation by Frank Racioppo on Queenston Quarry with St. Laurent Drain and OPG Siphon maps
• Pump status update
• NPCA MOU update
• Green Machine schedule update with vegetation management equipment schedule

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee is meeting to hear 2024 budget presentations from Niagara College, the NOTL Museum, the Public Library, the Chamber of Commerce, Tourism NOTL, and the Niagara District Airport Commission. The committee will also review business case rankings and user fee schedules. This is a working session to gather input for the town's 2024 budget.

• Niagara College 2024 funding request presentation
• NOTL Museum 2023 budget request
• NOTL Public Library 2024 budget presentation
• Chamber of Commerce and Tourism NOTL 2024 budget and fee service proposals
• Niagara District Airport Commission 2024 operating and capital budgets

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning is meeting to discuss several planning matters, including a tree appeal, three public meetings for zoning by-law amendments, and consent agenda items for two zoning amendments. The committee will also hear a delegation regarding 1339 Lakeshore Road.

• Tree appeal for 58 Pinot Trail
• Public meeting for ZBA-19-2023 at 474 Simcoe Street
• Public meeting for ZBA-21-2023 at 451 Line 1 Road
• Public meeting for OPA-09-2023 and ZBA-20-2023 north of York Rd, east of Airport Rd
• Zoning by-law amendments for 1339 Lakeshore Road (ZBA-07-2023) and 925 Line 2 Road (ZBA-09-2023)

Information Package

This is an information package for the Niagara-on-the-Lake council meeting on November 2, 2023. It includes public announcements about a new Alarm Assistance Program and several zoning by-law decisions, plus correspondence from other municipalities on various topics. No votes or decisions are being made at this meeting; it is for information only.

• Launch of Alarm Assistance Program
• Notice of complete application and public meeting for ZBA-23-2023 at 145 Hunter Road
• Notice of decision for ZBA-04-2023 at 61 Melville Street (By-law 4631EX-23)
• Notice of decision for ZBA-11-2023 at 237 Anne Street (By-law 4316EV-23)
• Notice of decision for ZBA-10-2023 at 263 Niagara Blvd (By-law 4316EW-23)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will consider heritage permit and grant applications for cedar roof replacements at 135 Johnson Street and 240 Gate Street, and a heritage permit for alterations at 166 Gate Street. They will also review a draft delegation by-law and discuss proposed changes to the Ontario Heritage Act.

• 135 Johnson Street - Heritage Grant and Permit Application for Cedar Roof Replacement (CDS-23-231)
• 240 Gate Street - Heritage Permit and Heritage Grant Application for Cedar Roof Replacement (CDS-23-237)
• 166 Gate Street - Heritage Permit Application for Alterations to Dwelling and Demolition of Garage (CDS-23-232)
• Review of Draft Delegation By-law (CDS-23-238)
• Proposed Changes to the Ontario Heritage Act

Tourism Strategy Committee

The Tourism Strategy Committee is meeting to review its vision statement, values, and strategic priorities, and to set goals for the tourism strategy. The agenda includes discussion of next steps and scheduling future meetings. No decisions are listed; the meeting is focused on planning and discussion.

• Review of Vision Statement/Values/Strategic Priorities
• Goals Setting for Strategy
• Next Steps discussion
• Date schedule for Tourism Committee

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee will discuss a proposed hotel development at 228 Queen Street and 209/217 Simcoe Street. The committee will also conduct an urban design review for a project located at 308 Four Mile Creek Road.

• Proposed hotel development at 228 Queen Street, 209 and 217 Simcoe Street (CDS-23-230)
• Urban Design Review for 308 Four Mile Creek Road (CDS-23-229)
• Presentation on Municipal Conflict of Interest & Code of Conduct

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee is meeting to review the 2024 draft operating budget, including salary summaries, proposed studies, debt, and business cases. They will also consider a variance report on operating and capital budgets through June 2023. The meeting is primarily a review and discussion session, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• 2024 Draft Operating Budget Presentation
• 2024 Operating Budget Summary
• 2024 Salaries Summary
• 2024 Proposed Debt
• Operating and Capital Budget Variances to June Month End 2023

Open House

This is a public open house, not a decision-making meeting, to discuss a draft plan of condominium for 1490 York Road. The meeting was rescheduled and will be held by video conference. No decisions are being made; it is an opportunity for public input.

• Draft Plan of Condominium - 26CD-18-22-01-1490 York Road
• Rescheduled open house notice for 1490 York Road

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council is meeting to consider several items, including revoking short-term rental licences for non-payment of 2023 fees, updating the Municipal Accommodation Tax by-law for short-term rentals, and passing multiple zoning and official plan by-laws. The agenda also includes a delegation on the 287 King Street zoning application, a customer experience update, and a closed session on 72 Shakespeare Avenue. Several items are deferred or informational.

• Short-term rental licence revocations for non-payment of 2023 fees (CS-23-032)
• Update to Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) by-law for short-term rentals (CS-23-033)
• By-law 4316EU-23 for 287 King Street (ZBA-13-2022)
• By-laws for 237 Anne Street, 263 Niagara Boulevard, and 61 Melville Street (zoning and official plan amendments)
• Closed session on 72 Shakespeare Avenue (solicitor-client privilege)

Open House

This meeting is an open house regarding a complete application for 451 Line 1 Road. The session is scheduled for October 23, 2023, via video conference.

• Open House for ZBA-21-2023 at 451 Line 1 Road

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a video conference meeting to consider three applications: two minor variances and two consent applications. The agenda also includes approval of the September 21, 2023 minutes and routine procedural items.

• Minor Variance A-30/23 – 31 The Promenade
• Minor Variance A-31/23 – 1454 Line 6 Road
• Consent Applications B-28/23 & B-29/23 – 451 Line 1 Road
• Support letter from Bice Builders for 451 Line 1 Road

Information Package

This is an information package, not a decision-making meeting. Council is receiving correspondence from other municipalities and ministries on topics including intimate partner violence, Greenbelt legislation, free December parking, and a water quality report. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Correspondence from Niagara Region and other municipalities urging province to declare intimate partner violence an epidemic
• Letter from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing re: proposed legislation to return lands to Greenbelt and Oak Ridges Moraine
• Email from Niagara-on-the-Lake Chamber of Commerce re: free parking in December
• Water Quality Monitoring Program Summary Report for 2022 from Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
• Media release for Fall/Winter 2023-2024 Community Guide

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is meeting by video conference to discuss routine business items, including a Phase I sign update, a fundraising update, a Phase II start date, new member submissions, and Geopark matters. The previous meeting on September 27 lacked quorum, so no minutes were adopted. The agenda is largely procedural with no decisions or dollar amounts specified.

• Phase I - Sign Update
• Fundraising Update
• Phase II - Start Date
• New Member Submissions
• Geopark

Open House

This is an open house for a development application on the north side of York Road, east of Airport Road. The town is presenting OPA-09-2023 and ZBA-20-2023, which are an official plan amendment and a zoning by-law amendment. No decisions are being made; it is an information session for the public.

• Open house for OPA-09-2023 and ZBA-20-2023
• Location: north side of York Road, east of Airport Road
• Public session from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM via video conference

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole - General is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on a request for delegated authority for development agreements, along with several information items. The agenda includes one consent item and multiple information packages covering topics such as off-site council meeting costs, animal licensing, shared services, sewer repairs, and by-law enforcement metrics.

• Request for Delegated Authority for Development Agreements (CDS-23-218)
• Off-Site Council Meeting Costs (CS-23-019)
• Animal Licensing - Transition to Docupet (CS-23-031)
• Garrison Village - Trenchless Lateral Rehabilitation and Open Cut Lateral Repairs (OPS-23-053)
• By-law Enforcement Metrics for July, August, and September 2023

Tourism Strategy Committee

The Tourism Strategy Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt a draft Phase 3 Vision Plan for tourism, along with a vision statement and strategic priorities. The agenda includes a letter from a resident commenting on the tourism plan. Most items are routine procedural matters, with the main business being the vision plan discussion.

• Review of Phase 3 Draft Vision Plan Report (dated 10.6.2023)
• Discussion of Vision Statement and Strategic Priorities
• Letter from Frances Stocker re: Tourism Plan Comment
• Adoption of September 20, 2023 minutes

Open House

This is an open house for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-19-2023) for the property at 474 Simcoe Street. The public can attend to learn about the application and provide input before a future public meeting.

• Zoning by-law amendment application ZBA-19-2023 for 474 Simcoe Street

Information Package

This is an information package for Niagara-on-the-Lake, not a decision-making meeting. It includes media releases, notices of public meetings for zoning by-law amendments, and correspondence from other municipalities on various topics. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Public meeting notices for zoning applications at 474 Simcoe Street (ZBA-19-2023), 451 Line 1 Road (ZBA-21-2023), and north side of York Road east of Airport Road (OPA-09-2023, ZBA-20-2023)
• Rescheduled open house for draft plan of condominium at 1490 York Road (26CD-18-22-01)
• 2024 budget survey now open
• Correspondence on topics including guaranteed livable income, short-term rental regulations, and opposition to strong mayor powers
• IESO long-term electricity procurement update

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee will meet via video conference to discuss several business items. The agenda includes updates on pump status, flow meters, and the Queenston Quarry.

• Pump Status Update
• Flow Meters discussion
• Queenston Quarry discussion

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review heritage impact assessments for two development proposals: 1436-1441 York Road and 228 Queen Street with 209 and 217 Simcoe Street. They will also discuss a work plan and report template for priority heritage designations, including draft reports for 130 Front Street and 12 Princess Street. The agenda includes standard items like minutes and announcements.

• Review of Heritage Impact Assessment for 1436-1441 York Road (File ZBA-17-2023)
• Review of Heritage Impact Assessment for 228 Queen Street, 209 and 217 Simcoe Street (OPA-06-2023, ZBA-15-2023)
• Priority Designations Work Plan and report template, with draft designation reports for 130 Front Street and 12 Princess Street
• Adoption of September 6, 2023 minutes

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning is holding public meetings for four development applications, including official plan and zoning by-law amendments at 308 Four Mile Creek Road, 1436 and 1442 York Road, 228 Queen Street (with 209 and 217 Simcoe Street), and 253 Taylor Road. The committee will also consider consent agenda items for zoning amendments at 287 King Street, 263 Niagara Boulevard, 237 Anne Street, and 61 Melville Street. The meeting includes acknowledgements for the NOTL Electrifying Eels Swim Team and Library Month.

• Public meeting for OPA-08-2023, ZBA-18-2023 at 308 Four Mile Creek Road
• Public meeting for ZBA-17-2023 at 1436 and 1442 York Road
• Public meeting for OPA-06-2023, ZBA-15-2023 at 228 Queen Street, 209 and 217 Simcoe Street
• Public meeting for OPA-07-2023, ZBA-16-2023 at 253 Taylor Road
• Consent agenda includes zoning amendments at 287 King Street, 263 Niagara Boulevard, 237 Anne Street, and 61 Melville Street

Information Package

This is an information package, not a decision-making meeting. Council is receiving correspondence from other Ontario municipalities on topics including equity and hate, freedom of information, short-term rental regulations, bail reform, chronic pain treatment, and highway traffic amendments. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Niagara Region motion on equity, diversity, inclusion and hate
• City of Welland letter supporting Fort Erie on MFIPPA
• Town of Parry Sound resolution requesting provincial short-term rental regulations
• Town of Midland letter on 'catch and release' justice
• County of Northumberland resolution supporting Highway Traffic Act amendments

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is holding a routine meeting with standard procedural items. They will review previous minutes, discuss a public information centre held September 20th including a Phase 2 FAQ document, and review a fundraising summary. The next meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2023.

• Review of August 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of September 20th public information centre at NOTL Community Centre
• Phase 2 FAQ document attached
• Fundraising summary review
• Next meeting set for October 18, 2023 at 1:00 P.M.

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is meeting to review two development applications: one on the northwest side of King St, south of Cottage St, and the Opulence Subdivision. They will also receive a presentation on municipal conflict of interest and code of conduct, and consider a motion to move to hybrid meetings.

• Urban Design Review - Northwest side of King St, South of Cottage St (OPA-04-2023, ZBA-13-2023, CDS-23-179)
• Urban Design Review - Opulence Subdivision (OPA-05-2023, ZBA-14-2023, 26T-18-23-01, CDS-23-209)
• Presentation by John Mascarin, Aird & Berlis LLP on Municipal Conflict of Interest & Code of Conduct
• Motion to Move to Hybrid meetings
• Resignation of Committee Member

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee is meeting to review the 2024 Capital Budget presentation and related documents, including capital summaries by reserve and department, an initial draft and final capital project index listing, and capital information sheets. The meeting is for discussion and review, not final approval.

• 2024 Capital Budget Presentation
• Appendix 1 - Capital Summaries by Reserve and Department
• Appendix 2 - 2024 Capital Index List - Initial Draft
• Appendix 3 - 2024 Capital Project Index Listing - Final
• Appendix 4 - 2024 Capital Information Sheets

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council meets to consider consent items including a municipal accommodation tax transfer payment agreement and a fleet service review with green fleet strategy. Council will also hear a regional delegation on improving road safety, consider a planning motion from Councillor Burroughs, and vote on several by-laws including development agreements for 281 Tanbark Drive and 411 Victoria Street.

• Municipal Accommodation Tax Transfer Payment Agreement (CS-23-030)
• Fleet Service Review & Green Fleet Strategy (OPS-23-016)
• By-law 5533-23: Development agreement for 281 Tanbark Drive
• By-law 5534-23: Development agreement for 411 Victoria Street
• Delegation: Regional road safety presentation by Andrea Kaiser and Frank Tassone

Council Workshop Meeting

This is a Council Workshop Meeting where the main item is a presentation from the Niagara Region on the Glendale Secondary Plan. Council will hear the presentation and then respond. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Niagara Region on the Glendale Secondary Plan

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider three applications: a minor variance at 82 Flynn Street, and consents at 925 Line 2 Road and 129 Johnson Street. The agenda also includes a request for withdrawal of a minor variance at 14406 Niagara River Parkway, approval of the August 17, 2023 minutes, and routine procedural items.

• Minor Variance A-29/23 at 82 Flynn Street
• Consent B-18/23 at 925 Line 2 Road
• Consent B-24/23 at 129 Johnson Street
• Withdrawal request for Minor Variance A-24/23 at 14406 Niagara River Parkway
• Approval of August 17, 2023 minutes

Information Package

This is an information package for the Niagara-on-the-Lake council meeting on September 21, 2023. It contains correspondence from other municipalities and external parties, but no decisions or votes are scheduled. The items are for council's information only.

• Correspondence from Town of Bracebridge and Chatham-Kent regarding Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) review
• City of Cambridge resolution declaring Intimate Partner Violence an epidemic
• Township of Puslinch resolutions on illegal land use enforcement and municipal codes of conduct
• Municipality of St. Charles resolution supporting school bus stop arm cameras
• Letter from MPP Wayne Gates regarding nurse practitioner services in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Tourism Strategy Committee

The Tourism Strategy Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda, review previous minutes, and consider a Strategic Priority Considerations Memo. The main item is a closed-session visioning session for the Tourism Strategy, which is for education and training purposes under the Municipal Act. The meeting is largely procedural, with no public decisions or detailed reports listed.

• Closed session under Section 239(3.1) for visioning the Tourism Strategy
• Strategic Priority Considerations Memo (item 8.1)
• Adoption of previous minutes from September 7, 2023

Municipal Accommodation Tax Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Committee is meeting to review a procedure by-law, appoint a chair and vice-chair, and discuss draft criteria for the accommodation tax, including samples from other municipalities and a draft for Niagara-on-the-Lake. They will also consider the committee's terms of reference.

• Procedure By-law Overview presentation
• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Staff presentation: MAT Overview
• Review of sample MAT criteria from Huntsville and Burlington
• Draft NOTL criteria and Terms of Reference

Open House

This is an open house public session for applications OPA-07-2023 and ZBA-16-2023 at 253 Taylor Road. The town is presenting the complete application and gathering public input before any decisions are made.

• Open house for OPA-07-2023 and ZBA-16-2023 at 253 Taylor Road

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole - General is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a planning service agreement with the Niagara Region, development agreements for properties on Tanbark Road and Victoria Street, and a policy on video surveillance. The agenda also includes delegations, presentations on tourism and recreation, and several information items. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personal matters.

• Planning Service Agreement with the Regional Municipality of Niagara (CDS-23-204)
• Development Agreement for 281 Tanbark Road and Stoneridge Crescent (CDS-23-183)
• Development Agreement for 411 Victoria Street and William Street (CDS-23-189)
• Policy on Video Surveillance System (CS-23-029)
• All-Way Stop Control at Line 3 Road and Concession 2 Road (OPS-23-052)

Open House

This is an open house for a development application at 308 Four Mile Creek Road, involving an official plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment, and a draft plan of subdivision. The public can attend to learn about the proposal and provide input before a future public meeting.

• Open house for OPA-08-2023, ZBA-18-2023, and 26CD-18-23-01 at 308 Four Mile Creek Road
• Notice of complete application and public meeting attached

Information Package

This is an information package for the September 14, 2023 meeting, containing public announcements and correspondence. It includes a media release about the relaunch of the Discretionary Grant Program and notices for several complete applications for official plan amendments and zoning by-law amendments. The package also includes correspondence from other municipalities on various resolutions, but no decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Relaunch of Discretionary Grant Program
• OPA-06-2023, ZBA-15-2023 for 228 Queen Street, 209 & 217 Simcoe Street
• ZBA-17-2023 for 1436-1442 York Road
• OPA-08-2023, ZBA-18-2023 & 26CD-18-23-01 for 308 Four Mile Creek Road
• OPA-07-2023 & ZBA-16-2023 for 253 Taylor Road

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-17-2023) for properties at 1436 and 1442 York Road. The meeting is held by video conference, and the agenda includes only this one item. No decisions are being made; it is an opportunity for public input and information.

• Open house for ZBA-17-2023 at 1436 & 1442 York Road
• Notice of complete application and public meeting attached

Open House

This is an open house public session for two development applications at 228 Queen Street and 209/217 Simcoe Street (OPA-06-2023 and ZBA-15-2023). The meeting is informational, allowing residents to review the applications and ask questions. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• Open house for OPA-06-2023 and ZBA-15-2023
• Properties: 228 Queen Street, 209 and 217 Simcoe Street
• Public session from 5:00-6:00 PM in Council Chambers

Tourism Strategy Committee

The Tourism Strategy Committee is meeting to review the results of Phase 1 and 2 of the CBRE Tourism Strategy, followed by group discussion and next steps. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including adoption of minutes and announcements.

• Review of CBRE Tourism Strategy Phase 1 and 2 results
• Group discussion on strategy changes
• Next steps for tourism strategy
• Adoption of previous meeting minutes (Aug 15, 2023)

The Committee reviewed findings from CBRE Tourism Consulting regarding the visitor economy and market overview. Members discussed short-term and long-term priorities, including transportation, branding, and infrastructure. No formal votes on strategy items were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda as presented

Information Package

This is an information package for Niagara-on-the-Lake council, containing public announcements and correspondence from other municipalities and provincial bodies. No decisions are being made; items are for council's awareness, including a customer service survey, advocacy at the AMO conference, and various regional notices.

• Customer service survey launched by Niagara-on-the-Lake
• Media release on town priorities at 2023 AMO Conference
• Niagara Region: mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus
• Niagara Region: automated speed enforcement program launches
• Niagara Region: notice of public meeting on Regional Official Plan Amendment (road allowance widths)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss several heritage-related items, including a demolition notice and heritage impact assessment for Parliament Oak School at 325 King Street, a proposed addition at 40 Platoff Street, an update on priority designations under Bill 23, and a work plan for Ordnance Boundary Stones. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, announcements, and a motion to move to hybrid meetings.

• Notice of Intent to Demolish - 325 King Street (Parliament Oak School) - CDS-23-190
• Review of Heritage Impact Assessment for 325 King Street - CDS-23-199
• Request for comments on two-storey addition at 40 Platoff Street - CDS-23-198
• Bill 23 Priority Designation Update - CDS-23-200
• Ordnance Boundary Stones Work Plan - CDS-23-201

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved several staff recommendations for Council's consideration, including the demolition and salvage plan for the former Parliament Oak School. The committee also recommended a $5,000 pilot project to restore an Ordnance Boundary Stone and transitioned to a hybrid meeting format.

• Approved staff recommendations for demolition, salvage, and commemoration of 325 King Street
• Approved recommendation for Council to delegate a temporary Heritage Easement Agreement for 325 King Street
• Approved staff recommendations for input on a proposed addition at 40 Platoff Street
• Endorsed Phase I list for priority designation under Bill 23
• Approved recommendation for $5,000 budget to restore Ordnance Boundary Stone OBS 32 as a pilot project
• Approved transition to hybrid meetings starting September 2023

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee is meeting to discuss routine operational items including a pump status update, Four Mile Creek maintenance under OPS-23-010, a proposal to move to hybrid meetings, and an update on Virgil Ponds. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Pump status update
• Four Mile Creek Maintenance OPS-23-010
• Hybrid meetings motion (Appendix I)
• Virgil Ponds update by Darren MacKenzie
• Next meeting September 13, 2023

The Committee refused a motion to move to a hybrid meeting model. Members received updates on Virgil Pond funding options, Four Mile Creek maintenance legal opinions, and a Canada Infrastructure Bank project charter.

• Refused motion to move committees to hybrid meeting model
• Approved adoption of amended agenda
• Approved previous minutes from July 12, 2023
• Approved CIB update and project charter review process
• Approved cancellation of September 13th meeting

Open House

This is an open house public session for a development application by Opulence. The agenda contains only one item: a notice of complete application for the Opulence project, with an attached PDF. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is an informational session for residents.

• Open house for Opulence development application
• Notice of complete application presented

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment will meet virtually on August 17, 2023, to consider eight applications: one legal non-conforming use, three minor variances, and four consents, plus a notice of appeal for a previous minor variance. The committee will also discuss a motion to adopt hybrid meetings. Public correspondence is attached for several applications.

• Legal Non-Conforming Use Application LNCU-01/23 – 17 Field Road
• Minor Variance A-26/23 – 436 Dorchester Street
• Minor Variance A-27/23 – 387 Queenston Road
• Minor Variance A-28/23 – 175 Lakeshore Road
• Consent Applications B-20/23 to B-23/23 – 507 Butler St, 135 Queen St, 178 Gate St, 240 Nassau St

The Committee of Adjustment approved several minor variance and consent applications, including a short-term rental use and a property severance. One minor variance application for 436 Dorchester Street was refused.

• Approved Legal Non-Conforming Use Application LNCU-01/23 for 17 Field Road for 'cottage rental' short-term use
• Refused Minor Variance Application A-26/23 for 436 Dorchester Street
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-27/23 for 387 Queenston Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-28/23 for 175 Lakeshore Road, subject to Niagara Region sewage flow conditions
• Approved Consent Application B-20/23 for 507 Butler Street subject to heritage and parkland conditions
• Approved Consent Application B-21/23 for 135 Queen Street

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application at 237 Anne Street (ZBA-11-2023). The meeting is informational, allowing residents to review the application before a future public meeting. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• 237 Anne Street zoning by-law amendment application ZBA-11-2023

Irrigation Committee

The Irrigation Committee is meeting to discuss a Canada Infrastructure Bank funding opportunity and a related 25-year capital plan. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a next meeting date of August 30, 2023. No decisions are listed; the items appear to be for discussion.

• Discussion of Canada Infrastructure Bank funding opportunity
• Review of 25 Year Capital Plan (attachment: 25 year Capital Plan.pdf)

The Irrigation Committee approved a recommendation to Council that staff apply for Canada Infrastructure Bank grant funding. The funding would be used to offset engineering and capital costs for the irrigation system. Applications must align with the Town's 25 Year Capital Plan.

• Approved recommendation to Council to apply for Canada Infrastructure Bank funding for engineering and capital costs

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is meeting by video conference to discuss routine business items, including an interpretive sign update, current fundraising efforts, and public engagement. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed beyond these updates.

• Interpretive Sign Update
• Current Fundraising Efforts
• Public Engagement - Update
• Approval of June 21, 2023 minutes
• Next meeting set for September 20, 2023

The Committee approved an open house for Phase 2 scheduled for September 21, 2023, and confirmed that interpretive sign copy is approved and funded. Members also discussed the process for welcoming new committee members and the pursuit of parks infrastructure grants.

• Approved Phase 2 Open House for September 21, 2023
• Approved interpretive sign copy and funding
• Approved reverting to original Terms of Reference for welcoming new members

Tourism Strategy Committee

The Tourism Strategy Committee is meeting to review the CBRE Phase 1 Tourism Strategy report, discuss findings, and outline next steps. The agenda also includes electing a chair and vice-chair, a procedure by-law overview, and a motion to move to hybrid meetings.

• CBRE Phase 1 Tourism Strategy report and discussion
• Terms of Reference & Committee Objectives
• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Procedure By-law Overview presentation
• Motion to move to hybrid meetings

The committee appointed Andrew Niven as Chair and Robin Garrett as Vice-Chair. Members approved amended Terms of Reference to include the President of Tourism NOTL as a non-voting advisory member. The committee also voted to transition to hybrid meetings starting in September.

• Appointed Andrew Niven as Chair (Approved)
• Appointed Robin Garrett as Vice-Chair (Approved)
• Adopted amended Terms of Reference adding Tourism NOTL President as an Advisory Agency (Approved)
• Approved transition to hybrid meetings starting in September, with a provision to revert to virtual if in-person attendance is 1/3 or less for three meetings

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application at 263 Niagara Boulevard (ZBA-10-2023). The meeting is to inform residents and receive input on the application. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• 263 Niagara Boulevard - ZBA-10-2023 - Notice of Complete Application, Open House and Public Meeting

Information Package

This is an information package, not a decision-making meeting. Council is receiving notices of decisions on six zoning by-law amendments and notices of complete applications for four new zoning/planning applications, along with correspondence from other municipalities and media releases.

• Notice of decision for 240 Nassau Street (ZBA-03-2023)
• Notice of decision for 823 Line 6 Road (ZBA-14-2022)
• Notice of decision for 281 Tanbark Road (ZBA-26-2022)
• Notice of complete application for 263 Niagara Boulevard (ZBA-10-2023)
• Media release: resident parking pass limit increased to 3 hours

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review several heritage-related items, including a notice of intent to demolish the Parliament Oak School at 325 King Street, a heritage impact assessment for 287 King Street, and multiple heritage permit and grant applications. The committee will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting and handle routine procedural matters.

• Notice of Intent to Demolish - 325 King Street (Parliament Oak School) - Additional Information (CDS-23-158)
• Heritage Impact Assessment Review – 287 King Street (File Nos. HER-02-2023, ZBA-13-2022) (CDS-23-173)
• Heritage Permit Application – 94 Prideaux Street – Landscaping (File No. HER-30-2023) (CDS-23-171)
• Heritage Permit and Grant Applications - 129 Victoria Street (File No. HER-31-2023, HIP-05-2023) (CDS-23-174)
• Heritage Permit and Grant Applications - 20 Platoff Street (File No. HER-32-2023, HIP-04-2023) (CDS-23-175)

The Municipal Heritage Committee reviewed and approved recommendations for Council regarding demolition notices, heritage impact assessments, and landscaping permits. The committee also recommended two heritage grants for property restorations totaling over $4,000 in town funding.

• Recommended Council approval for commemoration requirements at 325 King Street (Approved as amended)
• Recommended Council support for garage relocation and tree preservation at 287 King Street (Approved as amended)
• Recommended Council approval for landscaping alterations at 94 Prideaux Street, prohibiting street-visible artificial turf (Approved)
• Recommended Council approval for porch repairs at 129 Victoria Street and a grant of up to $3,377.25 (Approved)
• Recommended Council approval for repainting at 20 Platoff Street and a grant of up to $900 (Approved)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session under Section 239(2)(k) to discuss a position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction for negotiations regarding NRBN (Niagara Regional Broadband Network). The only public item is a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings. No other decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed session on NRBN (Niagara Regional Broadband Network) negotiations
• Proceedings By-law No. 5532-23 to confirm council meeting proceedings

Open House

This is an open house for a proposed development on the northwest side of King Street, south of Cottage Street, involving Official Plan Amendment OPA-04-2023 and Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-13-2023. The public can learn about the application and provide input before a future public meeting.

• Open house for OPA-04-2023 and ZBA-13-2023
• Location: northwest side of King Street, south of Cottage Street
• Notice of complete application and public meeting

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council is scheduled to vote on five zoning by-laws affecting specific properties, including 240 Nassau Street and 911 Lakeshore Road. The meeting also includes votes on agreements with St. Catharines for computer-aided fire services and P25 radio communication, as well as a fire pumper debenture. Additionally, Council will adopt the 2022–2026 Council Strategic Plan and review information packages regarding by-law enforcement and site plan updates.

• Zoning By-law 4316ER-23 for 240 Nassau Street
• Zoning By-law 4316ET-23 for 281 Tanbark Road
• Zoning By-law 5000YF-23 for 823 Line 6 Road
• Zoning By-law 5000XH(1)-23 for 911 Lakeshore Road
• By-law 5530-23 for Fire Pumper Debenture

Council endorsed the 2022–2026 Strategic Plan and extended its term to 2027. The board also approved bylaws to maintain fire emergency dispatch services through St. Catharines. Additionally, information regarding a proposed memorial at the Niagara Baptist Church Burial Ground was referred to staff.

• Endorsed 2022–2026 Council Strategic Plan and extended term to 2027 (6-2)
• Denied amendment to add 'including seniors' to Strategic Plan Advocacy Pillar (3-5)
• Approved Bylaws 5528-23 and 5529-23 for Fire Services Dispatch Agreements (8-0)
• Referred Rochelle Bush's information on the Niagara Baptist Church Burial Ground memorial to staff (8-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from June 20, June 27, June 29, July 11, and July 18 (8-0)
• Received Information Package items 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, and 15.4 (7-1)
• Received minutes for Library Board, Irrigation, Committee of Adjustment, and Heritage committees (8-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider eight applications, including one consent application and several minor variance requests for properties across the town. The committee will also review minutes from June 15 and discuss hybrid meeting options for committees of council. Public correspondence is attached for two of the applications.

• Consent Application B-17/23 – 670 King Street
• Consent Application B-19/23 – 727 Warner Road
• Minor Variance A-19/23 – 727 Warner Road
• Minor Variance A-20/23 – 1361 Line 1 Road
• Minor Variance A-21/23 – 14695 Niagara River Parkway

The Committee of Adjustment approved two consent applications and four minor variance requests. One minor variance application for 517 Gate Street was refused due to concerns regarding the proposal's massing.

• Approved Consent Application B-17/23 for 670 King Street
• Approved Consent Application B-19/23 for 727 Warner Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-19/23 for 727 Warner Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-20/23 for 1361 Line 1 Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-21/23 for 14695 Niagara River Parkway
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-22/23 for 319 Mary Street
• Denied Minor Variance Application A-23/23 for 517 Gate Street

Information Package

This is an information package for the July 20, 2023 meeting, containing correspondence from other municipalities and organizations. No decisions are being made; council is only receiving these items for information. Topics include support for housing resolutions, reducing municipal insurance costs, healthcare gaps, and school bus arm cameras.

• Correspondence from Wawa re: Northern Institute of Chronic Pain
• Halton Hills resolution supporting school bus arm cameras
• North Perth resolution on reducing municipal insurance costs
• Amherstburg letter on Code Red/Black healthcare gaps
• Parry Sound support for housing and water resource protection

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee approved guidance for the 2024 budget and authorized a contract for catch basin cleaning. Council also approved the 2022 consolidated financial statements and a zoning amendment for 911 Lakeshore Road.

• Approved 2024 operating levy increase not to exceed 6.5% (6-2)
• Approved $162,150 three-year catch basin cleaning contract with GFL Environmental Services Inc.
• Approved 2022 consolidated financial statements and Audit Findings Report (8-0)
• Approved $30,000 for Asset Retirement Obligations accounting consulting services (8-0)
• Approved removal of Holding (H) symbol for 911 Lakeshore Road (6-0)
• Approved transition to hybrid meetings for Municipal Heritage, Urban Design, Irrigation, and Committee of Adjustment (7-1)
• Approved funding of $99,416 2022 operating budget deficit via Contingency Reserve
• Approved Consent Agenda items 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 (8-0)

Information Package

This is an information package for the July 13, 2023 meeting, containing only media releases and correspondence from other municipalities. No decisions or votes are scheduled. The town statement confirms a case of oak wilt in Niagara-on-the-Lake, and the package includes letters on topics like urgent care hours, school bus stop arm cameras, and short-term rentals.

• Confirmed case of oak wilt in Niagara-on-the-Lake
• Support for Fort Erie and Port Colborne urgent care centre hours
• Resolution on school bus stop arm cameras
• Proposed amendments to the Highway Traffic Act
• Notice of motion on short-term rentals

Irrigation Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee will hold a video conference meeting on July 12, 2023. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as adopting the agenda and reviewing previous minutes. The primary business items involve a pump status update and the maintenance of Four Mile Creek (OPS-23-010). No specific dollar amounts or contract details are listed in the agenda text.

• Pump Status Update
• Four Mile Creek Maintenance OPS-23-010

The Committee approved the replacement of a check valve at the Whirlpool pumping station. Members discussed metering issues and personnel changes within the Town's environmental services. An update on Four Mile Creek maintenance was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved replacement of check valve at Whirlpool pumping station at an estimated cost of $4,000
• Approved adoption of the amended agenda
• Approved adoption of June 19, 2023 minutes

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review several heritage-related items, including a heritage impact assessment for 61 Melville Street, a revised heritage permit application for 433 Regent Street, additional information on a demolition notice for Parliament Oak School at 325 King Street, and a cenotaph restoration plan. The committee will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting and handle routine procedural matters.

• Review of Heritage Impact Assessment for 61 Melville Street (CDS-23-149)
• Heritage Permit Application revised drawings for 433 Regent Street (HER-10-2023)
• Notice of Intent to Demolish for 325 King Street (Parliament Oak School) with additional information
• Request for comments on Cenotaph Restoration Plan (CDS-23-148)

The Committee approved heritage recommendations for a development at 61 Melville Street and a rear addition at 433 Regent Street. It also provided recommendations for the Cenotaph Restoration Plan and approved a staff-led walking tour regarding ordnance boundary stones.

• Approved recommendations for 61 Melville Street including a plaque, Juliet balconies, window treatments, natural stone skirting, and a waste management plan
• Approved elevation drawings for rear addition at 433 Regent Street
• Deferred 325 King Street (Parliament Oak School) demolition notice to August 2, 2023
• Approved recommendations for Cenotaph Restoration Plan regarding pipes, electronic donations, parging removal, and Asset Management Plan review
• Approved directing staff to set up a walking tour for the restoration of two ordnance boundary stones

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning is holding public meetings for three zoning by-law amendment applications (ZBA-06-2023 at 434 Hunter Road, ZBA-07-2023 at 1339 Lakeshore Road, and ZBA-09-2023 at 925 Line 2 Road). It will also consider recommendation reports for four other zoning amendments under the consent agenda. The meeting includes delegations, presentations, and information items.

• Public meeting for ZBA-06-2023 at 434 Hunter Road
• Public meeting for ZBA-07-2023 at 1339 Lakeshore Road (Strewn Winery)
• Public meeting for ZBA-09-2023 at 925 Line 2 Road
• Consent agenda includes ZBA-14-2022 at 823 Line 6 Road (Big Head Estate Winery), ZBA-05-2023 at 1570 Niagara Stone Road, ZBA-03-2023 at 240 Nassau Street, and ZBA-26-2022 at 281 Tanbark Road & Stoneridge Crescent
• Information items include a right-to-repair support email and conservation authority service agreement

The Committee approved four zoning by-law amendments for properties on Line 6 Road, Niagara Stone Road, Nassau Street, and Tanbark Road. Three information reports regarding public meetings were received. A motion to support the Right-to-Repair movement was defeated.

• Approved ZBA-14-2022 for 823 Line 6 Road (Big Head Estate Winery) (9-0)
• Approved ZBA-05-2023 for 1570 Niagara Stone Road (8-0)
• Approved ZBA-03-2023 for 240 Nassau Street (9-0)
• Approved ZBA-26-2022 for 281 Tanbark Road & Stoneridge Crescent (9-0)
• Received information report CDS-23-126 for 434 Hunter Road (8-0)
• Received information report CDS-23-137 for 1339 Lakeshore Road (9-0)
• Received information report CDS-23-147 for 925 Line 2 Road (9-0)
• Defeated motion to support Right-to-Repair movement (3-5)

Information Package

This is an information package for the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, not a decision-making meeting. It includes a media release about the fire department's volunteer recruitment and retention recognition, the Niagara Region's 2022 annual report, and correspondence from other municipalities on various provincial bills and policy matters. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Media release: Fire & Emergency Services recognized for volunteer firefighter recruitment and retention
• Niagara Region 2022 Annual Report
• Correspondence re Bill 97 (Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023)
• Correspondence re proposed new Provincial Policy Statement (PPS)
• Correspondence re Highway Traffic Act amendments and short-term rentals

Council Workshop Meeting

This is a procedural council workshop meeting with no public decision items. The only substantive item is a closed session, held under the Municipal Act 2001, to provide training to members regarding the Strategic Plan. The rest of the agenda consists of routine items: call to order, adoption of the agenda, conflict of interest declarations, and adjournment.

• Closed session for Strategic Plan training under Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(3.1)

Urban Design Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Urban Design Committee is meeting to review two development applications: a mixed-use project at 325 King Street (OPA-01-2023 & ZBA-01-2023) and a proposal at 61 Melville Street (OPA-02-2023 & ZBA-04-2023). The committee will also provide comments on the Temporary Patio Program Review. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as adoption of the agenda, conflict of interest declarations, and approval of previous minutes.

• Urban Design Review – 325 King Street (OPA-01-2023 & ZBA-01-2023, CDS-23-150)
• Urban Design Review – 61 Melville Street (OPA-02-2023 & ZBA-04-2023, CDS-23-135)
• Request for Comments – Temporary Patio Program Review (CDS-23-136)
• Correspondence: 325 King Elevation.pdf and Parliament Oak Hotel UDC.pdf

The Committee recommended that Staff and Council reject a proposed hotel at 325 King Street due to concerns over massing, height, and parking. Recommendations were also approved for a residential apartment project at 61 Melville Street and design standards for the Temporary Patio Program.

• Recommended rejection of Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendments for hotel at 325 King Street (Approved)
• Recommended additional parking (two spots per unit) and tree choice revisions for 61 Melville Street (Approved)
• Recommended commercial mixed-use designation for the first floor of 61 Melville Street (Approved)
• Approved design standards for Temporary Patio Program including warm lighting, prohibition of rough framed timber and black umbrellas, and required planting boxes (Approved)
• Adopted agenda with amendments regarding member communications and patio program (Approved)
• Received May 24, 2023, minutes (Approved)

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including zoning changes for properties on Butler Street and Line 1 Road, development agreements and part lot control exemptions for properties on Johnson Street and Paxton Lane, and assumption by-laws for subdivisions on Line 2 Road and Apricot Glen. The council will also receive a presentation on the fleet service review and green fleet strategy, and discuss discretionary grants. A delegation will present on the Negro Burial Ground archaeological assessment results.

• Zoning By-law 4316EQ-23 for 507 Butler Street
• Zoning By-law 500YE-23 for 882 Line 1 Road
• Development agreement and part lot control exemption for 241 Johnson Street
• Assumption by-laws for 445 Line 2 Road and Apricot Glen subdivisions
• Fleet Service Review & Green Fleet Strategy report

Council approved a Discretionary Grant Policy and Procedure with amendments to prohibit funding for paid ticketed events. The body also appointed three members to the Discretionary Grant Committee and deferred a fleet service review report to September.

• Approved Discretionary Grant Policy and Procedure, amended to exclude paid ticketed events and limit funding to new initiatives or items (5-2)
• Approved amendment to grant policy ensuring indexing does not preclude Council from amending the total budget (7-0)
• Appointed Councillors Mavridis, Balasiuk, and Vizzari to the Discretionary Grant Committee
• Deferred Fleet Service Review & Green Fleet Strategy report OPS-23-016 to September (8-0)
• Approved minutes from May 23, June 13, and June 20 as amended (7-1)
• Adopted the meeting agenda as amended (8-0)

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-09-2023) at 925 Line 2 Road. The meeting is held by video conference, and the public can view the notice of complete application and related documents. No decisions are being made; it is an information and discussion session.

• Zoning by-law amendment application ZBA-09-2023 for 925 Line 2 Road
• Notice of complete application and public meeting available as attachment

Information Package

This is an information package for the June 22, 2023 meeting, containing media releases and correspondence from other municipalities and organizations. No decisions are being made; items are for council's information only.

• Media release re: upcoming demonstration regarding Negro Burial Ground/Niagara Baptist Church
• Media release re: tenth consecutive Canadian Award for Financial Reporting
• Correspondence from Town of Lincoln re: mental health, addiction, housing affordability
• Correspondence from Town of Essex re: Code Red and Code Black healthcare gaps
• Correspondence re: proposed Provincial Policy Statement from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Heritage Trail Committee

This is a routine Heritage Trail Committee meeting with no substantive items on the agenda. The agenda covers standard procedural matters: call to order, adoption of agenda, conflict of interest, previous minutes, presentations, announcements, correspondence, business, new business, next meeting date, and adjournment. The only attachment is the minutes from the May 17, 2023 meeting. No decisions or discussions of specific projects are listed.

• Review of May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for July 21, 2023 at 1:00 P.M.

The committee received updates on the Phase 2 trail design, which includes 2.56km of rehabilitation from East West Line to Line 1. Funding for this phase currently totals $60,400 in grants and $33,500 in fundraising. No formal votes were taken on new business items.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved the May 17, 2023 minutes

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting includes a delegation and a memorandum on expanding caleche (horse-drawn carriage) operations, followed by a closed session for personal matters and adoption of a proceedings by-law. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Delegation by Jeff Sentineal on expanding caleche operations (CAO-23-058)
• Memorandum on expanding caleche operations (CAO-23-058)
• Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) for personal matters about identifiable individuals (council and staff)
• Proceedings By-law No. 5518-23

Council approved the allocation of five licenses to occupy Town-owned land for Caleche services for the 2023 season. The licenses were distributed among three operators for a one-year term.

• Approved allocation of 1 license to 1000220148 Ontario Inc. (Ronda Cave) (8-1)
• Approved allocation of 1 license to Queens Royal Tours with permission to sublet to Meghan Sentineal (8-1)
• Approved allocation of 3 licenses to Laura Sentineal of Sentineal Carriages (8-1)
• Approved delegated authority for staff to execute agreements for the five licenses (8-1)
• Approved Proceedings By-law No. 5518-23 to confirm meeting proceedings (7-0)

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee approved a debenture for a fire apparatus and a phased plan to replace 30 parking machines in Old Town. Council also directed staff to conduct an updated speed study on East-West Line and request increased police enforcement in that area.

• Approved $820,000 debenture for Fire Apparatus Pumper Truck (9-0)
• Approved phased replacement of 30 of 57 parking machines in Old Town (7-2)
• Approved 2022 Capital Project Closure Report and $1,071,734.55 variance transfer (8-0)
• Approved 2022 Development Charges Reserve Fund Statement (8-0)
• Approved 2022 Building Permit Fees Annual Financial Report (8-0)
• Approved Part Lot Control Exemption and Development Agreement for 241 Johnson Street (8-0)
• Approved updated speed study and police enforcement request for East-West Line (9-0)
• Denied parking machine replacement plan that prioritized credit card payments (2-7)

Irrigation Committee

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Irrigation Committee is meeting to discuss routine operational items including a pump status update, renewal of the Permit To Take Water, and maintenance work on Four Mile Creek (OPS-23-010). They will also consider whether future meetings should be held virtually or in person. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Pump Status Update
• Permit To Take Water - Renewal
• Four Mile Creek Maintenance - OPS-23-010
• Future Meeting Location - Virtual vs. In-person

The Committee agreed to move toward a hybrid meeting schedule, which will be presented to Council in July. Other items included updates on pump status and water permit renewals, while discussions on future water access were deferred.

• Approved adoption of agenda as amended
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2023
• Agreed to hybrid meeting format (to be presented to Council in July)
• Approved deferring discussion on Future Water Access (Line 7 and Conc 7) to mid-December workshop
• Approved next meeting date for July 12, 2023

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider four minor variance applications at 1607 Four Mile Creek Road, 513 Gate Street, 287 Tanbark Road, and 5 Westwood Court. The committee will also approve minutes from May 18, 2023, and receive a summary of the 2023 OACA Conference.

• Minor Variance A-09/23 – 1607 Four Mile Creek Road
• Minor Variance A-16/23 – 513 Gate Street
• Minor Variance A-17/23 – 287 Tanbark Road (with support letters from Kate Hannah and Marlene/Ric Kimacovich)
• Minor Variance A-18/23 – 5 Westwood Court
• Approval of May 18, 2023 minutes

The Committee of Adjustment granted four minor variance applications for properties on Four Mile Creek Road, Gate Street, Tanbark Road, and Westwood Court. Each application was found to meet the four Planning Act tests for minor variance. The committee also approved the May 18, 2023 minutes.

• Approved Minor Variance Application A-09/23 for 1607 Four Mile Creek Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-16/23 for 513 Gate Street
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-17/23 for 287 Tanbark Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-18/23 for 5 Westwood Court
• Approved May 18, 2023 minutes by unanimous consent

Information Package

This is an information package for the June 15, 2023 meeting, containing media releases and correspondence from other municipalities. No decisions are being made; items are for council's information only.

• Media release on radon soil gas mitigation in new housing
• Niagara Region email on 2022 reserve water and wastewater treatment capacities
• Petition for reduced speed limit on East-West Line
• Correspondence on homelessness from City of Welland
• Request for World Hepatitis Day 2023 proclamation

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning is meeting to discuss and decide on several planning matters, including public meetings for zoning by-law amendments at 240 Nassau Street, 61 Melville Street, and 1570 Niagara Stone Road. The consent agenda includes recommendation reports on zoning amendments, part lot control exemptions, and municipal assumption of services for subdivisions. A strategic plan update presentation and delegations on specific applications are also scheduled.

• Public meeting: ZBA-03-2023 - 240 Nassau Street
• Public meeting: OPA-02-2023 & ZBA-04-2023 - 61 Melville Street
• Public meeting: ZBA-05-2023 - 1570 Niagara Stone Road (Councillor Wiens declared conflict)
• Consent: 507 Butler Street Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA-21-2022)
• Consent: Municipal assumption of services for Apricot Glen Estates Phase 1 & 2, and 445 Line 2 Road subdivisions

The Committee approved a consent agenda that forwards several zoning by-law amendments and a part lot control exemption to Council for adoption. The meeting also included public presentations and staff reports regarding development proposals on Nassau Street, Melville Street, and Niagara Stone Road.

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 507 Butler Street (9-0)
• Approved Part Lot Control Exemption for Paxton Lane (9-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 882 Line 1 Road (9-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting focused on Niagara-on-the-Lake Energy Inc. Council will hear a delegation from the company's president, review the 2023 annual general meeting materials, the 2023 financial statement (including a draft financial statement as of December 31, 2022), and board of directors matters. The meeting will also consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting.

• Delegation from Tim Curtis, President, Niagara-on-the-Lake Energy Inc.
• Review of NOTL Energy AGM 2023 and resolutions
• Review of 2023 Financial Statement and draft financial statement as of 2022-12-31
• Discussion of Board of Directors
• Proceedings By-law No. 5517-23 to confirm council proceedings

Council approved the 2023 financial statements and the appointment of the Board of Directors for Niagara-on-the-Lake Energy Inc. The meeting included a presentation on corporate structure, rates, and energy plans. Council also passed Proceedings By-law No. 5517-23.

• Approved minutes of the June 20, 2022 Niagara-on-the-Lake Energy Inc. AGM (9-0)
• Approved 2023 Financial Statements and appointment of auditors for Niagara-on-the-Lake Energy Inc. (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Board of Directors for Niagara-on-the-Lake Energy Inc. (9-0)
• Passed Proceedings By-law No. 5517-23 (9-0)

Information Package

This is an information package for the June 8, 2023 meeting of Niagara-on-the-Lake Council. It contains staff correspondence, media releases, and correspondence from other municipalities and agencies. No decisions are being made; items are for Council's information only.

• Letter to Province re: Proposed Provincial Planning Statement
• Media Release re: 2023 Golf Classic Tournament
• Town Statement re: Fire & Emergency Services Burn Ban
• Niagara Region email re: Automated Speed Enforcement Program
• Petition for Municipal Water Service East-West Line

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss a character study for Randwood Estate and John Street East, review several heritage permit applications for signage and façade alterations, and provide comments on the Temporary Patio Program Review and demolition conditions at 177 Byron Street. The agenda includes both decisions and requests for comment.

• Character Study - Randwood Estate and John Street East
• Heritage Permit Application – 106 Queen Street – Signage (HER-16-2023)
• Heritage Permit - 183 Victoria Street - Sign (HER-18-2023)
• Heritage Permit Application - 240 King Street (HER-21-2023)
• Request for Comments - 177 Byron Street - Conditions of Demolition (CDS-23-131)

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-06-2023) at 434 Hunter Road. The meeting is held by video conference and includes a notice of complete application, open house, and public meeting. No decisions are being made; it is an opportunity for public input.

• Zoning by-law amendment application ZBA-06-2023 for 434 Hunter Road
• Public open house and meeting held via video conference

Information Package

This is an information package meeting, not a decision-making session. Council is receiving notices of decisions on two zoning by-law applications (241 Johnson Street and 1238 Line 5 Road), a notice of complete application for a third (434 Hunter Road), and a large volume of correspondence from other municipalities and agencies on topics like Bill 5, property taxes, and planning policy. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Notice of Decision - 241 Johnson Street - By-law 4316EP-23 (ZBA-24-2022)
• Notice of Decision - 1238 Line 5 Road - By-law 500YC-23 (ZBA-22-2022)
• Notice of Complete Application, Open House and Public Meeting - 434 Hunter Road (ZBA-06-2023)
• Letter re: Notice of Public Information Centre #2 - Glendale Secondary Plan Update
• Media Release re: Pride Month Rainbow Crosswalk Installation

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-07-2023) at 1339 Lakeshore Road. The meeting is informational, allowing residents to learn about the proposal and provide input. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• Open house for ZBA-07-2023 at 1339 Lakeshore Road
• Notice of complete application and public meeting attached

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will discuss a workplan for priority heritage designations in response to Bill 23, and review a draft municipal heritage training manual. The meeting also includes routine items like adopting the agenda, approving previous minutes, and announcements. The July meeting is rescheduled to Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

• Bill 23 Implications – A Workplan for Priority Designations (CDS-23-101) with appendices including a designation flow chart and Heritage Register April 2023
• Municipal Heritage Training Manual (HER-25-2023, CDS-23-124) with training manual appendix
• Post-meeting minutes from May 3, 2023 to be approved
• July 2023 meeting rescheduled to July 12 at 6:00 p.m.

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved recommendations for Council to endorse and implement a workplan for prioritizing designations of listed properties under Bill 23. The Committee also reviewed a new Municipal Heritage Training Manual.

• Approved recommendation for Council to endorse the workplan for priority designations of properties on the Town’s Heritage Register
• Approved recommendation for Council to direct staff to implement the workplan
• Approved the meeting agenda

Urban Design Committee

The Committee approved sets of design recommendations for a long-term care facility expansion at 15 Elden Street and a proposed subdivision at Tanbark Road and Warner Road. For the subdivision, the Committee explicitly stated it does not support the proposed Zoning By-law Amendments regarding height and setbacks.

• Approved design recommendations for 15 Elden Street expansion, including requests for more shade trees, visitor parking, and increased soft landscaping in gardens
• Approved design recommendations for 170-192 Tanbark Road & Warner Road, including requests to conform to St. Davids Urban Design Guidelines
• Noted lack of support for proposed Zoning By-law Amendments regarding height and setbacks for the Tanbark Road & Warner Road development
• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Received the April 26, 2023, minutes

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council is meeting to vote on several by-laws, including zoning amendments for 241 Johnson Street and 1238 Line 5 Road, the 2023 final tax rates, and a Fort George bus parking lot. They will also hear delegations on a mental health state of emergency and the Municipal Accommodation Tax, and consider motions on Queenston safety and a water main project.

• By-law 500YC-23: Zoning by-law for 1238 Line 5 Road
• By-law 4316EP: Zoning by-law for 241 Johnson Street
• By-law 5513-23: 2023 final tax rates
• By-law 5514-23: Fort George bus parking lot
• Motion: Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT)

Council approved a zoning amendment for 241 Johnson Street and endorsed a $6 million application to the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund. Members also approved citizen appointments for 2022-2026 committees and boards.

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 241 Johnson Street (8-1)
• Endorsed $6M Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund application and 60% matching contribution (8-0)
• Approved citizen appointments for 2022-2026 Committees and Boards (6-2)
• Appointed Councillor Adriana Vizzari to St. Davids Pool Fundraising Committee (6-2)
• Approved minutes from April 19, April 24, April 25, May 4, May 9, and May 16 meetings (7-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (8-0)
• Approved delegation request for Steven Soos to speak at a future meeting (8-0)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session under solicitor-client privilege to discuss 144 & 176 John Street East, 200 John Street, and 588 Charlotte Street. The only public action is adoption of the agenda and a by-law (No. 5516-23) to confirm council proceedings. No other substantive public business is listed.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) regarding 144 & 176 John Street East, 200 John Street & 588 Charlotte Street
• Adoption of Proceedings By-law No. 5516-23

Council approved a motion directing staff to prepare for an Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) Hearing concerning applications for an Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Plan of Subdivision. The direction includes specific requirements for heritage permit implementation and landscape restoration at 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street.

• Approved direction to staff for OLT Hearing preparation regarding 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street (6-1)
• Required restoration of Peony Garden and planting of fruit bearing trees at 200 John Street East as part of OLT preparation (6-1)
• Approved staff to engage in without prejudice discussions with Applicant and SORE regarding access and issue settlement (6-1)
• Confirmed Issues List for inclusion in the OLT Procedural Order (6-1)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (8-0)
• Approved Proceedings By-law No. 5516-23 (7-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear six applications: one sign variance, three minor variances, and two consent (land severance) applications at various properties in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The meeting also includes a closed session for member training, approval of the April 20, 2023 minutes, and correspondence related to two applications.

• Sign Variance Application SV-02/23 – 135 Queen Street
• Minor Variance Application A-13/23 – 216 William Street
• Minor Variance Application A-14/23 – 2 Laura Secord Place
• Minor Variance Application A-15/23 – 90 Millpond Road
• Consent Applications B-11/23 & B-12/23 – 411 Victoria Street and B-13/23 – 1570 Niagara Stone Road

The Committee of Adjustment granted four minor variance applications and two consent applications. Decisions included approvals for sign and property variances and a conditional land consent for 411 Victoria Street.

• Approved Sign Variance SV-02/23 for 135 Queen Street
• Approved Minor Variance A-13/23 for 216 William Street
• Approved Minor Variance A-14/23 for 2 Laura Secord Place
• Approved Minor Variance A-15/23 for 90 Millpond Road
• Approved Consent Application B-11/23 for 411 Victoria Street (with 8 conditions)
• Approved Consent Application B-12/23 for 411 Victoria Street (with 7 conditions)

Heritage Trail Committee

The Heritage Trail Committee is meeting to discuss an interpretive sign proposal and review its terms of reference. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes from April 17, 2023, and standard procedural items. No decisions are listed on the agenda itself.

• Interpretive Sign Proposal
• Terms of Reference - Review
• Previous minutes from April 17, 2023

The Committee approved the installation of six interpretive signs funded partly by the Goettler Family Foundation. It also approved reducing the number of public members from seven to five to meet quorum requirements. Staff confirmed a May 26 start date for pollinator gardens at the John-Paffard entrance of Charlotte.

• Approved installation of 6 interpretive signs costing approximately $6300
• Approved donation from Goettler Family Foundation for trail signs
• Approved reducing public membership from 7 to 5 in Terms of Reference
• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Open House

This is an open house and public meeting for a complete application regarding 61 Melville Street, involving Official Plan Amendment OPA-02-2023 and Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-04-2023. The meeting is held virtually via video conference. No decisions are being made; it is an opportunity for public input on the proposed changes.

• Open house and public meeting for 61 Melville Street
• Official Plan Amendment OPA-02-2023
• Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-04-2023
• Notice of complete application issued

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-05-2023) at 1570 Niagara Stone Road. The meeting is held by video conference and includes a notice of complete application, open house, and public meeting. No decisions are being made at this open house; it is an information and discussion session.

• Zoning by-law amendment application ZBA-05-2023 for 1570 Niagara Stone Road
• Public open house and meeting held via video conference

Committee of the Whole - General

Council approved a specific route for the Pedal Pub for the 2023/2024 season. A report on caleche licensing and expansion was referred back to staff for further consideration, though staff were directed to explore a specific operator's eligibility for the 2023 season. The 2022-2026 Council Strategic Plan update was also received.

• Approved proposed route (Option 2) for Pedal Pub 2023/2024 season (5-3)
• Referred Caleche Annual Renewal Agreements and Expansion Request (OPS-23-032) back to staff (9-0)
• Directed staff to explore allowing Ms. Cave to operate a caleche for 2023 within current 5-license capacity (9-0)
• Received 2022-2026 Council Strategic Plan Update (CAO-23-053) (6-2)
• Approved Sewer and Maintenance Hole Flushing and CCTV Inspection (9-0)
• Approved Drinking Water Quality Management System Operational Plan Updates (9-0)
• Received By-law Enforcement Metrics and Winter Breakup resurfacing reports (9-0)

Information Package

This is an information package for the May 11, 2023 meeting of Niagara-on-the-Lake Council. The agenda contains 13 items of correspondence from other municipalities, including resolutions on red light cameras, school bus stop arm cameras, Bill 5, and other topics. No decisions are being made; the items are for Council's information.

• Email re: Implementation of Red Light Camera (RLC) Across Niagara Region - PW-11-2023
• Regional Chair Jim Bradley Statement on Red Dress Day
• Letters from multiple municipalities supporting Bill 5 - Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act
• Letters from Puslinch and Tay Valley townships re: School Bus Stop Arm Cameras
• Letter from Tay Valley Township re: Retain Surplus from Tax Sales

Irrigation Committee

The Committee approved the procurement of a pump for the Line 2 Road private irrigation line. A request from a new grower for a partial buy-in to irrigate one acre via Harrison 6 was denied, with the Committee stating existing rules requiring full cost buy-in must be followed.

• Approved procurement of pump for Line 2 Road private irrigation line
• Denied partial buy-in request for 1-acre irrigation via Harrison 6

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee approved a zoning by-law amendment for 1238 Line 5 Road and received several information reports. Public presentations were held regarding proposed developments at 882 Line 1 Road and 325 King Street.

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 1238 Line 5 Road (9-0)
• Received Information Report CDS-23-066 regarding 882 Line 1 Road (9-0)
• Received Information Report CDS-23-086 regarding 325 King Street (9-0)
• Received report PDS-8-2023 regarding Regional Planning Commissioners of Ontario Inventory of Unbuilt Housing Supply (9-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for Lament Drain and employment litigation (8-0)
• Approved motion to rise from closed session regarding employment litigation and direct external legal counsel (7-1)

Open House

This is an open house for a zoning by-law amendment application at 240 Nassau Street (file ZBA-03-2023). The public can attend to learn about the application and provide input. No decisions are being made at this session.

• Open house for ZBA-03-2023 at 240 Nassau Street
• Notice of complete application and public meeting attached

Information Package

This is an information package meeting where Niagara-on-the-Lake council receives notices and correspondence; no decisions are being made. Items include notices of complete applications and public meetings for zoning by-law and official plan amendments at 240 Nassau Street, 61 Melville Street, and 1570 Niagara Stone Road, plus notices of decision for 2080 Niagara Stone Road and 471 Line 1 Road. The package also includes letters from other municipalities on topics like Bill 5, tax sale surplus, housing, and long-term care, as well as Niagara Region updates on recycling, red light cameras, and a new medical officer of health.

• Notice of complete application, open house and public meeting for ZBA-03-2023 at 240 Nassau Street
• Notice of complete application, open house and public meeting for OPA-02-2023 and ZBA-04-2023 at 61 Melville Street
• Notice of decision for By-law 500YD-23 (ZBA-11-2021) at 2080 Niagara Stone Road
• Notice of decision for ZBA-18-2022 at 471 Line 1 Road
• Notice of complete application, open house and public meeting for ZBA-05-2023 at 1570 Niagara Stone Road

Special Council Meeting

Council approved a motion to refer an incident between Councillor Gary Burroughs and Mr. Benny Marotta at Two Sisters Vineyards on March 4, 2023, to the Town's Integrity Commissioner for review and possible investigation into Code of Conduct violations. The decision came out of closed session and was approved 4-2. Council also held closed sessions regarding NRBN negotiations and personal matters.

• Referred incident between Councillor Burroughs and Mr. Marotta to Integrity Commissioner (4-2)
• Approved closed session under Section 239(2)(k) for NRBN negotiations (8-0)
• Approved closed session under Section 239(2)(b) for personal matters (7-0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (9-0)
• Approved proceedings by-law 5512-23 (6-0)
• Adjourned to next meeting on May 9, 2023 (6-0)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review several heritage permit applications and a demolition permit for the Parliament Oak School at 325 King Street. They will also discuss a heritage impact assessment for 507 Butler Street and consider heritage grants for window work at 167 Regent Street. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and correspondence.

• 325 King Street - Parliament Oak School - Demolition Permit
• 163 King Street - Heritage Permit Application - Tree Removal (CDS-23-102)
• 507 Butler Street - Heritage Impact Assessment Review (CDS-23-104)
• 167 Regent Street - Heritage Permit Application and Heritage Grant - Windows (CDS-23-106)
• 38 Queen Street - Heritage Permit Application - Signage (CDS-23-105)

The committee approved recommendations for a zoning by-law amendment and severance at 507 Butler Street, requiring a 7-metre height limit and a development agreement for the new lot. It also approved heritage permits and grants for window replacements at 167 Regent Street and a rear addition at 433 Regent Street, along with fence and signage permits at 130 and 38 Queen Street.

• Approved recommendations for 507 Butler Street zoning and severance with height limit and development agreement conditions
• Approved heritage permit and $5,000 grant for wood windows and shutters at 167 Regent Street
• Approved heritage permit for rear addition at 433 Regent Street with design conditions and archaeological assessment
• Approved fence installation at 130 Queen Street
• Approved signage at 38 Queen Street with matte finish and no backlighting

Open House

This is an open house session, not a decision-making meeting. The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is hosting a public information session about a proposed development by Modero Estates on the west side of Concession 7 Road, involving an official plan amendment (OPA-02-2022), a zoning by-law amendment (ZBA-07-2022), and a draft plan of subdivision (26T-18-22-01). Residents can attend via video conference to learn about the proposal.

• Open house for Modero Estates development on Concession 7 Road
• Official plan amendment OPA-02-2022
• Zoning by-law amendment ZBA-07-2022
• Draft plan of subdivision 26T-18-22-01
• Video conference format, 5:00-5:30 PM

Open House

This is an open house for the public to learn about and discuss a character study of the Randwood and John Street East areas. The agenda includes a consultant presentation, an introduction to the Social Pinpoint engagement tool, and a Q&A session. No formal decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Character study of Randwood and John Street East
• Consultant presentation on the character study
• Introduction to Social Pinpoint online engagement tool
• Public question and answer session

Urban Design Committee

The Urban Design Committee is meeting to review two development applications and provide urban design comments. The first is a proposed apartment building at 223-227 Mary Street, which requires an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment. The second is a proposed estate winery at 2080 Niagara Stone Road (Stone Eagle Winery), which requires a Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan approval. The committee will also discuss a draft Terms of Reference document.

• Urban design review of apartment building at 223-227 Mary Street (OPA-04-2022, ZBA-23-2022)
• Urban design review of Stone Eagle Winery at 2080 Niagara Stone Road (SP-12-2022)
• Recommended motion for winery includes safe access for active transportation from Niagara Stone Road
• Discussion of draft Terms of Reference with committee comments dated April 15, 2023
• Adoption of previous meeting minutes from March 29, 2023

The Committee approved a set of design recommendations for a proposed apartment building at 223-227 Mary Street and a proposed estate winery at 2080 Niagara Stone Road. Additionally, the Committee approved amendments to its Terms of Reference to be forwarded to Council.

• Approved design recommendations for 223-227 Mary Street apartment, including a 12-metre height restriction and driveway relocation
• Approved design recommendations for Stone Eagle Winery at 2080 Niagara Stone Road, including pedestrian walkway additions and architectural scaling
• Approved amended Terms of Reference to be forwarded to Council for final approval

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including awarding a contract for the 2023 Heritage Shuttle service, setting 2023 water and wastewater rates, and approving several by-laws for property agreements and appointments. The agenda also includes delegations on a charity event and accessory dwelling units, plus reports from committees and information items on by-law enforcement and Canada Day funding requests.

• Award of 2023 Heritage Shuttle Services contract (OPS-23-030)
• By-law 5504-23 setting 2023 water and wastewater rates
• By-law 4316EM for zoning at 471 Line 1 Road
• By-law 5505-23 for road widening agreement at 190 Lakeshore Road
• By-law 5506-23 for Settlers Landing Phase 2 subdivision agreement

Council awarded a four-year contract to Community Transport Group for Heritage Shuttle services and amended requirements for the Parliament Oak School demolition to include preservation and commemoration efforts. Several zoning and administrative by-laws were approved, and June 10 was proclaimed Mountainview LemonAID day.

• Approved Heritage Shuttle services contract with Community Transport Group (8-0)
• Amended Parliament Oak School demolition requirements to include preservation of 1948 structure and a commemoration plan (8-0)
• Proclaimed June 10 as Mountainview LemonAID day (8-0)
• Approved By-law 500YD-23 for Stone Eagle Winery (7-1)
• Approved By-laws 4316EM, 5504-23, 5505-23, 5506-23, 5507-23, 5508-23, 5509-23, and 5510-23 (8-0)
• Approved minutes from March 28, April 4, and April 6, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved various committee minutes including Planning, General, UDC, and Heritage Trail (8-0)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting focuses on heritage permit applications for 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street (the Rand Estate), with a public hearing and applicant presentations. Council will also consider a related driveway change request and additional recommendations from the Municipal Heritage Committee. Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa declared a conflict of interest and Deputy Lord Mayor Wiens chaired the meeting.

• Heritage permits for 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street (Rand Estate), CDS-23-077
• Driveway change cover letter from SGL, CDS-23-089
• Additional recommendations for 588 Charlotte Street heritage permit, CDS-23-098
• Municipal Heritage Committee minutes from April 12, 2023
• Proceedings by-law 5503-23 to confirm meeting actions

Council approved the Municipal Heritage Committee minutes and recommendations in report CDS-23-077, with specific exceptions. The council voted to deny permit applications for the removal or demolition of certain designated heritage attributes at the Rand Estate.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Waived procedure by-law regarding speaker limits (8-0)
• Received correspondence from Gerald Kowalchuk (7-0)
• Waived procedure by-law to allow non-pre-registered delegations to speak (7-0)
• Received reports CDS-23-077 and CDS-23-089 (7-0)
• Lifted items 9.1 and 9.2 for discussion (7-0)
• Denied permit applications for removal/demolition of heritage attributes 1.1.13, 1.1.22, and 1.2.1

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee approved several consent applications for boundary adjustments and minor variances for residential properties. One minor variance application was deferred to study amenity space, and one specific amendment for a front porch setback was defeated.

• Approved Consent Applications B-15/23 and B-16/23 for 365 & Eastside Four Mile Creek Road
• Approved Consent Application B-14/23 for 893 Line 3 Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-07/23 for 909 Line 3 Road
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-08/23 for 968 Line 2 Road
• Deferred Minor Variance Application A-09/23 for 1607 Four Mile Creek Road to study amenity space
• Defeated amendment to variance 1 for 12 Dixie Avenue regarding front porch setback
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-10/23 for 12 Dixie Avenue with conditions
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-12/23 for 17 Harmony Drive

Information Package

This is an information package for the April 20, 2023 meeting, containing correspondence and announcements for council's awareness, not decisions. Items include a media release about launching Cloudpermit, a submission on the Niagara Escarpment Plan, and letters from other municipalities on topics like tax sale surplus, women in politics, school bus stop arm cameras, and insurance costs. Also included are requests for Canada Day funding from local groups and notices about garbage tag prices and a memorial service.

• Media release: Niagara-on-the-Lake launches Cloudpermit
• Written submission on Niagara Escarpment Plan Amendment PC 225 22
• Letters from Magnetawan and Cobourg on retaining surplus proceeds from tax sales
• Request from Lake Rotary Club for Canada Day 2023 funding in Simcoe Park
• Niagara Region announces change to garbage tag price effective May 1, 2023

Council Workshop Meeting

This is a procedural council workshop meeting with a closed session to provide training on the strategic plan. No decisions or public discussions are listed.

• Closed session under Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(3.1) for strategic plan training

Council met for a workshop session and entered a closed meeting to receive education and training regarding the strategic plan. No substantive decisions or reports were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda
• Entered closed session for strategic plan training

Open House

This is an open house public session for applications OPA-01-2023 and ZBA-01-2023 regarding 325 King Street. The meeting is informational, allowing residents to review the applications and provide input. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• Open house for OPA-01-2023 and ZBA-01-2023 at 325 King Street
• Public session held April 18, 2023, 5:00-6:00 PM in Council Chambers
• Notice of complete application and public meeting attached

Heritage Trail Committee

The committee approved a presentation for establishing volunteer-maintained pollinator plantings along the Heritage Trail. It also endorsed and approved the Paws on the Trail event for May 20, 2023. Staff reported that approximately $78,000 has been raised for the second phase of the trail.

• Approved adoption of presentation for pollinator plantings along the Heritage Trail
• Approved Paws on the Trail event for May 20, 2023
• Approved minutes from July 12, 2022 and August 9, 2022
• Adopted agenda as presented

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-02-2023) at 882 Line 1 Road. The meeting is informational, allowing residents to learn about the application and provide input. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• Zoning by-law amendment application ZBA-02-2023 for 882 Line 1 Road
• Public open house held in Council Chambers and webcast live

Irrigation Committee

The Committee approved a proposed annual growers' meeting for May 10. It also directed staff to contact the owner of a Line 2 property regarding the potential purchase of irrigation pipe.

• Approved agenda as amended
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved annual growers' meeting for May 10 evening
• Approved motion for staff to contact owner of Line 2 property regarding irrigation pipe procurement

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review heritage permit applications for properties at 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street (the Rand Estate), including a driveway change request. The committee will hear presentations from the heritage planner, the applicant Solmar, and community group SORE, plus a public delegation. A special council meeting on the Rand Estate is scheduled for April 24, 2023.

• Heritage permits for 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street (Rand Estate), CDS-23-077
• Driveway change cover letter from SGL, CDS-23-089
• Letter from Gerald Kowalchuk regarding Rand Estate
• Presentations by Denise Horne (Heritage Planner), Solmar, and SORE
• Public delegation by John McCallum

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved recommendations for heritage permits at 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street. The decision includes a mix of approvals for specific restorations and demolitions, while refusing several proposals for tree removal and structural demolition.

• Approved restoration of the Tea House and Swimming Pool Garden at 200 John Street East
• Refused demolition of the Carriage House at 200 John Street East
• Refused removal of healthy trees and boundary wall alterations at 200 John Street East
• Approved demolition of the Calvin Rand Summer House at 200 John Street East
• Approved demolition of the main residence (former stables and barn) at 588 Charlotte Street
• Approved relocation of the one-storey outbuilding at 588 Charlotte Street
• Refused demolition of two smaller sheds at 588 Charlotte Street
• Required archaeological assessments for both 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole - General is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a zoning by-law amendment for Stone Eagle Winery, updates to the procedure by-law, and 2023 water and wastewater rates. Presentations and delegations are also scheduled, including on physician recruitment and a caleche service.

• Zoning by-law amendment for Stone Eagle Winery at 2080 Niagara Stone Road (ZBA-11-2021)
• 2023 water and wastewater rates (CS-23-014)
• Update of the Procedure By-law and introduction of a Delegation Policy (CS-23-013)
• Settlers Landing Phase 2 Subdivision Agreement (CDS-23-080)
• Front-ending agreement for 419 Line 1 Road (CDS-23-081)

Council approved a 1% increase for water rates and a 4% increase for wastewater rates effective May 1, 2023. Other key actions included approving a subdivision agreement for Settlers Landing Phase 2 and a zoning amendment for Stone Eagle Winery.

• Approved 1% increase to 2022 water fixed and variable rates (8-0)
• Approved 4% increase to 2022 wastewater fixed and variable rates (8-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for Stone Eagle Winery to include a full time farm house (7-1)
• Approved Settlers Landing Phase 2 Subdivision Agreement (8-0)
• Approved new Procedure By-law and Delegation Policy (8-0)
• Approved front-ending agreement for sanitary sewer main at 419 Line 1 Road (8-0)
• Approved physician recruitment recommendations and strategic plan priority (8-0)
• Referred Ronda Cave's caleche service request back to staff for May 16 report (8-0)

Information Package

This is an information package for the April 6, 2023 meeting of Niagara-on-the-Lake Town Council. It contains public announcements, including the approved 2023 budget and notices of decision for three zoning/planning applications, plus correspondence from other municipalities and provincial/federal bodies. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are for council's information.

• Media release: Town Council approves 2023 budget
• Notice of decision for 134 and 140 Tanbark Road (ZBA-20-2022)
• Notice of decision for 355 Mary Street (OPA-01-2022 and ZBA-02-2022)
• Notice of decision for 380 Nassau Street (ZBA-19-2022)
• Letters from Plympton-Wyoming on intimate partner violence, Bill 5, tax sale surplus, and insurance costs

Council Workshop Meeting

This is a procedural council workshop meeting. The agenda includes call to order, adoption of the agenda, conflict of interest declarations, a closed session for education and training of members from senior management under the Municipal Act, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed session under Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(3.1) for training

The meeting consisted of procedural actions and a closed session. Council entered a closed session for the purpose of educating and providing training to senior management, concluding with a bus tour and no report.

• Adopted the agenda (7-0)
• Approved entering closed session for senior management training (7-0)
• Approved rising from closed session with no report following a bus tour (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting to April 11, 2023 (7-0)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to review five heritage permit applications and a heritage impact assessment. The most consequential item is a notice of intent to demolish the Parliament Oak Inn at 325 King Street, with a heritage impact assessment and redevelopment plans attached. Other items include a heritage impact assessment for 241 Johnson Street, and permit applications for landscaping at 239 Wellington Street, a rear door and deck at 240 King Street, and a fascia sign at 135 Queen Street. The committee will also adopt minutes from the March 8 meeting.

• 325 King Street – Notice of Intent to Demolish (Parliament Oak Inn) with Heritage Impact Assessment and proposed site plans
• 241 Johnson Street – Heritage Impact Assessment, File No. HER-11-2023, including sketch to subdivide
• 239 Wellington Street – Heritage Permit for landscaping alterations
• 240 King Street – Heritage Permit for new rear door and deck
• 135 Queen Street – Heritage Permit for installation of fascia sign

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved heritage impact and permit recommendations for five properties. One demolition notice was acknowledged subject to further documentation, and one request for a ground sign was recommended for refusal.

• Approved Heritage Impact Assessment for 241 Johnson Street (Approved as amended)
• Recommended approval to Council for landscaping and shed at 239 Wellington Street (Approved)
• Acknowledged Notice of Intent to Demolish for 325 King Street, requiring an addendum, commemoration plan, and waste management plan (Approved as amended)
• Recommended approval to Council for new rear door and deck at 240 King Street (Approved)
• Recommended approval to Council for fascia signage at 135 Queen Street (Approved)
• Recommended refusal to Council for ground sign at 135 Queen Street (Approved)

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning is holding public meetings for two zoning by-law amendment applications (ZBA-22-2022 at 1238 Line 5 Road and ZBA-26-2022 at 281 Tanbark Road) and will consider an addendum report for a zoning amendment at 471 Line 1 Road. The agenda also includes a closed session for personal matters and an information item on a Niagara Escarpment Plan amendment.

• Public meeting for ZBA-22-2022 at 1238 Line 5 Road
• Public meeting for ZBA-26-2022 at 281 Tanbark Road
• Addendum report for ZBA-18-2022 at 471 Line 1 Road
• Information report on Niagara Escarpment Plan Amendment (ERO 019-6425)

The Committee approved a zoning by-law amendment for 471 Line 1 Road and forwarded the draft for adoption. Reports regarding 1238 Line 5 Road, 281 Tanbark Road, and the Niagara Escarpment Plan Amendment were received.

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 471 Line 1 Road (7-0)
• Received report CDS-23-054 regarding 1238 Line 5 Road (6-0)
• Received report CDS-23-055 regarding 281 Tanbark Road (7-0)
• Received report CDS-23-059 regarding Niagara Escarpment Plan Amendment (7-0)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting continues the March 28 budget session, with responses to budget presentations and adoption of the 2023 budget and fees by-laws. The agenda includes minutes from six Budget Review Committee meetings and a by-law to confirm proceedings.

• By-law 5500-23 to adopt the 2023 budget
• By-law 5373B-23 for 2023 fees and charges
• Response to 2023 budget presentations (CAO introduction, departmental overviews, capital and operating budget)
• Minutes from Budget Review Committee meetings (Feb 16, Feb 22, Mar 1, Mar 9, Mar 20, Mar 23)
• By-law 5502-23 to confirm council proceedings

Council approved the amended 2023 budget and associated fees and charges by-laws. Several motions to defer or change staffing positions were debated, resulting in the Communication Coordinator and five other contract conversions remaining as contracts for 2023.

• Approved operating levy of $14,966,567.18 and storm levy of $952,110 (6-3)
• Approved By-law No. 5500-23 (2023 budget) and By-law 5373B-23 (fees and charges) (6-3)
• Approved keeping Communication Coordinator as a contract position for 2023 (7-2)
• Approved keeping five contract conversions as contracts for 2023 (8-1)
• Approved supporting digital record coordinator position across departments for 45% cost savings (9-0)
• Approved finding $20,000 through a combination of revenues and expenses (6-3)
• Denied deferring Economic Development Officer position until after Strategic Plan (4-5)
• Denied directing staff to use internal resources for Lord Mayor Assistant role (3-6)

Information Package

This is an information package meeting, not a decision-making session. Council will receive notices and correspondence, including a complete application notice for a zoning by-law amendment at 882 Line 1 Road, regional updates on illegal dumping and employment, and letters from other municipalities on homelessness, women in politics, and school board elections.

• 882 Line 1 Road - ZBA-02-2023 - Notice of Complete Application, Open House and Public Meeting
• Niagara Region - Illegal Dumping 2022 Year End Summary and Updates
• Niagara Region - 2022 Employment Inventory Results
• Letter from Town of Fort Erie re: Declarations of Emergency for Homelessness, Mental Health and Opioid Addiction
• Letter from Town of Fort Frances re: School Board Elections

Urban Design Committee

The Committee approved specific design and massing recommendations for a single detached dwelling at 3 Kent Street to align with the Queenston Secondary Plan. The Committee also appointed its leadership and established a monthly meeting schedule.

• Appointed Wendy Cheropita as Chair and Peter Neame as Vice Chair
• Approved recommendations for 3 Kent Street to reduce house massing, lower roof pitch, and reduce lot coverage to 33%
• Recommended 3 Kent Street applicant increase front yard setback and add heritage-reflective window details
• Deferred Terms of Reference to April 26, 2023, following a working group review
• Approved meeting schedule for the fourth Wednesday of the month at 5:00 p.m.

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting is dedicated to the 2023 budget. Council will receive presentations on the budget introduction, departmental overviews, and the capital and operating budget, followed by a review of supporting documents and potential approval. A delegation from the library will also present budget requests.

• 2023 Capital and Operating Budget presentation and approval
• 2023 Budget departmental overviews
• Library budget request delegation by Wayne Scott
• Review of Budget Review Committee minutes from six meetings
• Confirmation by-law 5491-23 for March 23, 2023 proceedings

Council approved the 2023 Capital Budget as amended and increased the library budget to $822,746.00. Several capital projects were deferred to 2024, and motions to reduce the overall budget increase were defeated.

• Approved 2023 Capital Budget as amended (9-0)
• Added $36,468 to library budget for a total of $822,746.00 (8-1)
• Deferred purchase of by-law vehicle, Garrison Village tennis court resurfacing, and trackless sidewalk plow to 2024 budget (9-0)
• Defeated motion to develop options for 9% budget increase by removing transit (3-6)
• Defeated motion to reduce budget increase from 8.6% to 6% (3-6)
• Passed By-law No. 5491-23 (9-0)
• Waived procedure by-law regarding number of times a member can speak (8-0)

Council Meeting

Council approved a series of by-laws including land rezoning and official appointments. They passed a motion of solidarity with Ukraine and extended the terms of four volunteer committees. The 2023 Budget and Fees & Charges by-laws were withdrawn.

• Approved 11 by-laws (12.1-12.11), including rezoning 355 Mary Street from commercial to residential (9-0)
• Approved motion of support and solidarity with Ukraine and the Ukrainian people (9-0)
• Extended terms for Agricultural, Environmental Advisory, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, and St. Davids Pool Fundraising committees (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Councillor Balasiuk to the MAT Committee, replacing Councillor Vizzari (9-0)
• Approved minutes from February 28 and March 20 Council meetings (9-0)
• Approved minutes for Planning, General, Municipal Heritage, and Committee of Adjustment meetings (9-0)
• Withdrew By-law 5500-23 (Adopt 2023 Budget) and By-law 5373B-23 (2023 Fees & Charges By-law)
• Passed Proceedings By-law No. 5501-23 (9-0)

Information Package

This is an information package for the March 23, 2023 meeting, containing public announcements, correspondence from other municipalities, and miscellaneous items. No decisions are being made; items are for council's information only.

• Media release: donation from GAMRU South Shore Search & Rescue Team
• Town statement: council refers matter to police and Integrity Commissioner
• Notice of complete application, open house, and public meeting for ZBA-01-2023 at 325 King St.
• Letters from multiple municipalities on barriers for women in politics and voters list accuracy
• Proclamation request for Canadian Viral Hepatitis Elimination Day

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee is meeting to review the 2023 operating budget, including salary, debt, studies, and user fees. They will also consider business cases, updates on short-term rentals and the former hospital, and storm water pond maintenance. Community partner funding requests from the library, chamber of commerce, museum, and Niagara College are on the agenda.

• 2023 Operating Budget Summary and Salary Summary presentations
• 2023 Proposed Debt Summary and Assessment Growth reports
• User fee schedules for corporate services, fire, public works, parks, planning, building, and parking
• Community partner requests: NOTL Public Library, Chamber of Commerce, Museum, Niagara College
• Updates on short-term rentals, former hospital, and storm water pond maintenance

The Budget Review Committee approved funding for physician recruitment and increased contributions to Capital Reserves. The committee also decided to defer the hiring of a Mechanic and maintain the current library grant level. Several motions to defer other staff positions were defeated.

• Approved $20,000 in 2023 budget for family physician recruitment assistance (8-0)
• Approved increasing contribution to Capital Reserves to $300,000 (7-2)
• Approved deferring Mechanic position to 2024 budget (7-2)
• Approved keeping library grant at 2022 levels (5-3)
• Deferred Digital Records Coordinator position to 2024 denied (3-6)
• Inclusion of Community Events Engagement Coordinator in 2023 budget denied (2-6)
• Deferring Lord Mayor assistant to 2024 denied (2-6)
• Deferring Economic Development position to 2024 denied (3-5)

Irrigation Committee

The Committee appointed Kevin Buis as Chair and Erwin Wiens as Vice Chair for the 2022-2026 term. Members approved amended Terms of Reference to be forwarded to Council and tabled a maintenance report for Four Mile Creek. Staff provided status updates on pump repairs and 2023 irrigation invoicing.

• Appointed Kevin Buis as Chair and Erwin Wiens as Vice Chair (Approved)
• Adopted amended Terms of Reference for Council final approval (Approved)
• Tabled Four Mile Creek Maintenance report OPS-023-010 (Approved)
• Approved meeting minutes from November 2, 2022 (Approved)
• Adopted agenda as presented (Approved)
• Set monthly meeting schedule for second Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. (No objections)

Committee of the Whole - General

Council decided not to pursue the Farm 911 – Emily Project and appointed Terrance Nord to the Niagara District Airport Commission. The body also approved the installation of a new interpretive board in the Dock Area and provided support for the Friends of the Forgotten. Additionally, Council directed staff to review community design guidelines and conduct a SWOT analysis for the Strategic Plan.

• Approved support for Friends of the Forgotten and their fundraising efforts (9-0)
• Directed staff to review community design guidelines and their integration into planning (9-0)
• Approved placement of an interpretive board at Sign 5 in the Dock Area (9-0)
• Directed staff not to pursue the Farm 911 – Emily Project (8-1)
• Directed CAO to review Niagara Region Shared Services and include them in the Strategic Plan (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Terrance Nord to the Niagara District Airport Commission (8-0)
• Approved conducting a SWOT analysis for the 2022-2026 Council Strategic Plan (9-0)
• Received report CAO-23-012 regarding ShopNOTL (8-1)

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee decided to push the Climate Change Coordinator and Digital Records Coordinator positions to the 2024 budget. The committee also converted a scheduled Special Council Meeting into a budget workshop.

• Push Climate Change Coordinator position to 2024 budget approved (5-3)
• Deferral of Parks and Recreation Programming Specialist and Digital Records Coordinator defeated (4-5)
• Deferral of Digital Records Coordinator position to 2024 budget approved
• Change March 23 Special Council Meeting to a budget workshop approved (9-0)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session for legal advice on Shoreline Protection, the Niagara Gorge Jet Boat Lease, and a personal matter involving a council member. The open portion includes appointing a Town Clerk and Deputy Clerk, and confirming the meeting's proceedings.

• Closed session under solicitor-client privilege re: Shoreline Protection
• Closed session re: Niagara Gorge Jet Boat Lease
• Closed session re: personal matters of identifiable individual
• By-law 5489-23 to appoint Town Clerk and Deputy Clerk
• By-law 5490-23 to confirm council proceedings

Council approved directing the CAO to contact the Integrity Commissioner and the Ontario Provincial Police to review a personal matter involving an identifiable individual. Two by-laws were passed, and legal counsel was directed to proceed on shoreline protection and a jet boat lease following closed sessions.

• Directed CAO to contact Integrity Commissioner and Ontario Provincial Police to review matters in CAO-23-039 (8-0)
• Approved directing external legal counsel to proceed regarding Shoreline Protection (9-0)
• Approved directing external legal counsel to proceed regarding Niagara Gorge Jet Boat Lease (8-0)
• Passed By-law No. 5489-23 regarding Town Clerk and Deputy Clerk (9-0)
• Passed By-law No. 5490-23 (9-0)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear five applications: one minor variance, one sign variance, and three consent applications at various properties. Public correspondence is included for one application. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Minor Variance A-06/23 at 33 Mary Street
• Sign Variance SV-01/23 at 1499 Line 3 Road
• Consent B-30/22 at 1238 Line 5 Road
• Consent B-04/23 at 281 Tanbark Road with public correspondence
• Consent B-05/23 at 380 Nassau Street

The Committee of Adjustment granted five applications related to minor variances, sign variances, and land consents. Three of the approvals were for consent applications subject to specific conditions regarding legal descriptions and zoning. All decisions were based on compliance with the Planning Act and local official plans.

• Approved Minor Variance Application A-06/23 for 33 Mary Street
• Approved Sign Variance Application SV-01/23 for 1499 Line 3 Road
• Approved Consent Application B-30/22 for 1238 Line 5 Road with conditions
• Approved Consent Application B-04/23 for 281 Tanbark Road with conditions
• Approved Consent Application B-05/23 for 380 Nassau Street with conditions
• Approved February 16, 2022 minutes by unanimous consent

Information Package

This is an information package meeting, not a decision-making session. Council is receiving correspondence from other Ontario municipalities and organizations on topics including barriers for women in politics, homelessness, school bus stop arm cameras, school board elections, and environmental assessment updates. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Correspondence from City of Niagara Falls and City of Cambridge on barriers for women in politics
• Town of Cobourg resolution on homeless and unsheltered persons
• Municipality of North Perth on school bus stop arm cameras
• Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus supporting Huron County Cannabis Act review
• Ministry of Environment updates on environmental assessment modernization

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-22-2022-1238) at 1238 Line 5 Road. The meeting is scheduled for 5:00-5:30 PM in Council Chambers. No other agenda items are listed.

• Open house for ZBA-22-2022-1238, 1238 Line 5 Road

Committee of Adjustment

This is an orientation and training session for the Committee of Adjustment, not a regular decision-making meeting. Members will review procedural by-laws, codes of conduct, terms of reference, and planning overviews. No applications, variances, or consents are scheduled for decision. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, March 16 at 6:30pm.

• Appointment of chair and vice chair
• Review of Procedure By-law 5125-19 and Code of Conduct 5061-18
• Draft Terms of Reference for Committee of Adjustment (March 2023)
• Training on minor variances, consents, and site visits
• Next meeting scheduled for March 16 at 6:30pm

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee is meeting to review the 2023 operating budget, including salary summaries, proposed studies, debt, assessment growth, business cases, and user fees. This is a working session with presentations and discussion, not a final decision-making meeting.

• 2023 Operating Budget Summary presentation
• 2023 Salary Summary
• 2023 Proposed Studies
• 2023 Proposed Debt Summary
• User fees across departments (Corporate Services, Fire, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, Planning, Sign/Property Standards/Fence, Parking)

The Committee reviewed the 2023 Operating Budget Summary, salary summaries, and business cases. No substantive budget approvals or denials were recorded; the session consisted of discussions and questions on various municipal services and staffing.

• Adopted the agenda (8-0)
• Extended the meeting to 12:30 p.m. (5-4)
• Adjourned to the next Committee of the Whole General meeting on March 21, 2023 (9-0)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda, appoint a chair and vice-chair, and review its terms of reference. They will also discuss the presentation and delegation process for the Rand Estate properties at 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street, and set meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed.

• Appointment of chair and vice-chair
• Review of Terms of Reference (TOR MHC 2023)
• Discussion of presentation and delegation process for 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street (Rand Estate) - CS-23-010
• Setting meeting schedule dates

The Committee appointed Drew Chapman as Chair and Amanda Demers as Vice-Chair for the 2023-2027 term. Members approved amended Terms of Reference to be forwarded to Council and established a monthly meeting schedule.

• Appointed Drew Chapman as Chair and Amanda Demers as Vice-Chair for 2023-2027
• Approved amended Terms of Reference for forwarding to Council
• Approved meeting schedule for the first Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
• Received Information Report CS-23-010 regarding 200 John Street East and 588 Charlotte Street
• Refused motion to appoint interim Chair and Vice-Chair for 90 days

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning is holding public meetings and considering several planning applications, including zoning by-law amendments and an official plan amendment. Items include a combined public meeting for the Tawny Ridge Estates subdivision phases 1 and 2, and a public meeting for a zoning application at 241 Johnson Street. The committee will also consider consent agenda items for properties on Tanbark Road, Nassau Street, and Mary Street, and receive a delegation on climate change projections.

• Public meeting for ZBA-24-2022 at 241 Johnson Street & Mississauga Street
• Combined public meeting for ZBA-12-2022, OPA-03-2022, OPA-05-2022 & ZBA-25-2022 (Tawny Ridge Estates Phases 1 & 2, Tanbark Road & Warner Road)
• Consent agenda: ZBA-20-2022 for 134 and 140 Tanbark Road
• Consent agenda: ZBA-19-2022 for 380 Nassau Street
• Consent agenda: OPA-01-2022, ZBA-02-2022, SP-02-2022 for 355 Mary Street

The Committee approved zoning by-law amendments for 134 and 140 Tanbark Road, 380 Nassau Street, and 355 Mary Street. It also approved an official plan amendment for 355 Mary Street. Two staff information reports regarding development proposals were received.

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 134 and 140 Tanbark Road (9-0)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment for 355 Mary Street (9-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 355 Mary Street (9-0)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 380 Nassau Street (9-0)
• Received staff information report CDS-23-039 for 241 Johnson Street (9-0)
• Received staff information report CDS-23-045 for Tawny Ridge Estates, Phases 1 and 2 (9-0)

Information Package

This is an information package for Niagara-on-the-Lake's March 2, 2023 meeting, containing public announcements and correspondence from other municipalities. The council is not making decisions here; it is receiving updates on items like a zoning application, the temporary patio program extension, and various regional letters.

• 1238 Line 5 Road - ZBA-22-2022 - Notice of Complete Application, Open House and Public Meeting
• Media Release - Niagara-on-the-Lake Council Approves Extension of Temporary Patio Program
• Niagara Region re: Motion Respecting Declarations of Emergency for Homelessness, Mental Health and Opioid Addiction
• Niagara Region re: Niagara Region Climate Change Projections
• Letter from Town of Fort Erie re: Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee is meeting to review the 2023 draft operating budget, including salary summaries, proposed studies, debt, assessment growth, and business cases. The agenda consists of presentations and discussion items, with no decisions listed for a vote.

• 2023 Draft Operating Budget Presentation
• 2023 Operating Budget Summary
• 2023 Salary Summary
• 2023 Proposed Studies
• 2023 Proposed Debt Summary

The Committee reviewed the 2023 Operating Budget summary, including tax levies, transit, and revenue opportunities. The Committee accepted the staff recommendation and requested a report on a partial approach for Discretionary Grants.

• Adopted the agenda (8-0)
• Accepted staff recommendation and directed staff to report back on partial approach for Discretionary Grants (8-0)

Council Meeting

Niagara-on-the-Lake Council meets to consider a tree appeal, adopt several by-laws including street names and patio program extensions, and hear delegations on topics like Bill 23 and the pickleball club. The agenda also includes closed-session items on legal matters and appointments, plus routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Tree appeal for 10 The Promenade
• By-law 4121H-23 for street names
• Temporary use by-law extensions for patio programs (500XV(1)-23 and 4316EG(1)-23)
• Development agreement for 551 Butler Street and Bay Berry Lane
• Appointments of Fire Chief Jay Plato and CBO Walter Klassen

Council voted to shift most meetings to Tuesday mornings and authorized staff to negotiate Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) collection with the Ontario Restaurant Hotel and Motel Association. The board also approved several citizen appointments to committees and boards for the 2022-2026 term.

• Approved shifting Council and General Committee meetings to Tuesday mornings at 10 AM (9-0)
• Approved engaging Ontario Restaurant Hotel and Motel Association to collect MAT revenues (9-0)
• Approved citizen appointments to various Committees and Boards for 2022-2026 (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Councillors Vizzari and O'Connor to the MAT Committee (8-1)
• Approved removal of tree at 10 The Promenade (7-2)
• Approved support for CAO Marnie Cluckie's appointment to the AMO Board of Directors (9-0)
• Approved report on capital/operating budgets and usage case study for 176 Wellington Street (9-0)
• Approved resolution calling for $1 billion federal funding for a strengthened Freshwater Action Plan

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-26-2022) for 281 Tanbark Road. The meeting is informational, allowing residents to learn about the application and provide input before any decision is made. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• Open house for ZBA-26-2022 at 281 Tanbark Road

Information Package

This is an information package for the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake Council, containing no decisions or votes. It includes media releases and correspondence from other municipalities for council's awareness, covering topics such as new resident welcome packages, the OPG purchase of the former General Motors building, and the South Niagara Hospital contract award.

• Media release: Niagara-on-the-Lake launches new resident welcome packages
• Niagara Region Biennial Awards jury report 2022
• Letters from Plympton-Wyoming and Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh supporting Petrolia on school board election costs
• Letter from Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh on permanent register of electors accuracy
• Media release: OPG purchases former General Motors building; contract awarded for New South Niagara Hospital

Budget Review Committee

The Budget Review Committee is meeting to review the 2023 Capital Budget presentation and related documents, including capital summaries, index listings, and information sheets. The agenda is focused on the capital budget review, with no other substantive items listed.

• 2023 Capital Budget Presentation
• Capital Summaries by Reserve and Department
• 2023 Capital Index List - Initial Draft
• 2023 Capital Index Listing - Final
• 2023 Capital Information Sheets

The committee reviewed the 2023 Capital Budget and approved funding for a diving board replacement. Members also directed staff to review specific parks and properties upgrades. A proposal to defer Queen Street landscape upgrades to 2024 was defeated.

• Approved $15,000 to replace the diving board at Memorial Park (9-0)
• Directed staff to review C01984 (Parks & Properties Upgrades) and report back (9-0)
• Defeated proposal to defer C01989 (Queen Street Landscape Upgrades) to 2024 (1-8)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (9-0)

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole - General is meeting to discuss and receive reports on several operational items, including a tourism strategy presentation, a request for a road extension on Line 8 Road, and maintenance of the Four Mile Creek irrigation system. The meeting also includes a closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice regarding specific properties on John Street East and Charlotte Street. Most agenda items are information reports or routine updates.

• Presentation on NOTL Tourism Strategy and Action Plan by CBRE Limited and Town staff
• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) regarding 144 & 176 John Street East, 200 John Street & 588 Charlotte Street
• Four Mile Creek Maintenance (OPS-23-010) - consent agenda item
• Request for Road Extension - Line 8 Road West of Concession 7 Road (Farlow) (OPS-23-014)
• Tourism Strategy Committee Structure and Project Update (CAO-23-021)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear six applications: one minor variance at 20 Annmarie Drive and five related applications (four minor variances and three consents) for 678-684 Rye Street. The committee will also approve minutes from its January 19, 2023 meeting. Public correspondence from Rajender Singh and from Lise Andreana & Gerry Kowalchuk is included for the Annmarie Drive and Rye Street applications respectively.

• Minor Variance A-48/22 – 20 Annmarie Drive (CDS-23-032)
• Minor Variance A-01/23 – 678-684 Rye Street Part 1 (CDS-23-028)
• Minor Variance A-02/23 – 678-684 Rye Street Part 2 (CDS-23-029)
• Minor Variance A-03/23 – 678-684 Rye Street Part 3 (CDS-23-030)
• Minor Variance A-04/23 – 678-684 Rye Street Part 4 (CDS-23-031)

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance for 20 Annmarie Drive and a series of related minor variance and consent applications for 678-684 Rye Street. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Minor Variance Application A-48/22 for 20 Annmarie Drive (5-0)
• Approved removal of condition 1.2.3 (parkland dedication) for consent B-02/23 678-684 Rye Street Part 3
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-01/23 (678-684 Rye Street Part 1)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-02/23 (678-684 Rye Street Part 2)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-03/23 (678-684 Rye Street Part 3)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A-04/23 (678-684 Rye Street Part 4)
• Approved Consent Applications B-01/23, B-02/23 & B-03/23 (678-684 Rye Street)
• Approved January 19, 2023 minutes by unanimous consent

Budget Review Committee

The Committee elected a Chair and discussed various 2023 Capital Budget initiatives, including infrastructure funding and vehicle leasing. Two specific projects were approved for consideration in the 2023 Capital Budget.

• Elected Councillor Erwin Wiens as Chair (9-0)
• Approved adding C02076 - Diesel Exhaust Removal System to 2023 Capital Budget (9-0)
• Approved adding C02059 - Andres Street (Cherry St to Line 2 Road) to 2023 Capital Budget (9-0)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session to receive solicitor-client privileged advice regarding the Solmar POA. The only public action is the adoption of a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) for solicitor-client privilege regarding Solmar POA
• By-law 5478-23 to confirm council proceedings of February 14, 2023

Council approved the adoption of Proceedings By-law No. 5478-23. A motion to rescind a previous decision regarding legal counsel and the Solmar POA was defeated. The meeting also included procedural approvals for the agenda and the waiving of the Procedure By-law.

• Waived Procedure By-law to commence meeting (5-4)
• Adopted the agenda (9-0)
• Motion to rescind February 10, 2023 motion regarding Solmar POA legal counsel defeated (5-4)
• Passed Proceedings By-law No. 5478-23 (9-0)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session under solicitor-client privilege to discuss legal advice regarding the Solmar POA. The only public action is adopting a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) re: Solmar POA
• By-law 5477-23 to confirm council proceedings

Council approved By-law No. 5477-23 after three readings. The body also held a closed session regarding Solmar POA and voted to have external legal counsel proceed as directed during that session.

• Approved By-law No. 5477-23 (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session regarding Solmar POA (7-0)
• Approved motion to rise from closed session and direct external legal counsel regarding Solmar POA (4-3)

Information Package

This is an information package for the February 9, 2023 meeting, not a decision-making session. Council is receiving notices and correspondence, including a zoning application for 281 Tanbark Road, letters from other municipalities about VIA Rail cancellations and the Cannabis Act, and a Niagara Region decision on Stone Eagle Winery.

• ZBA-26-2022 for 281 Tanbark Road: notice of complete application, open house, and public meeting
• City of Brantford letter re: VIA Rail cancellations
• County of Huron letter and report calling for review of the Cannabis Act
• Niagara Region notice of decision re: Stone Eagle Winery (ROPA 1)
• Free cigarette butt receptacles offer and provincial emergency management strategy memo

Open House

This is an open house, not a decision-making meeting, for the public to learn about the Tawny Ridge Estates development at 170, 178, 184, 192 Tanbark Rd and Warner Rd. The agenda includes notices for phases 1 and 2, indicating the applications are complete and a public meeting will follow.

• Open house for Tawny Ridge Estates, phases 1 and 2
• Properties: 170, 178, 184, 192 Tanbark Rd and Warner Rd
• Phase 1 notice of open house and public meeting
• Phase 2 notice of complete application, open house, and public meeting

Open House

This is an open house for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-24-2022) for 241 Johnson Street. The public can attend to learn about the application before a future public meeting. No decisions are being made at this session.

• Open house for ZBA-24-2022 at 241 Johnson Street
• Notice of complete application and public meeting

Open House

This is an open house, not a decision-making meeting, for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-17-2022) at 1696 Niagara Stone Road. The public can attend in person or view the live webcast to learn about the proposal. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Open house for ZBA-17-2022 at 1696 Niagara Stone Road
• Public meeting notice and presentation attached

Council Meeting

This is a regular Council meeting with mostly routine items: adopting minutes, receiving committee reports, and passing several by-laws. The most substantive items are two closed-session discussions for solicitor-client privileged advice regarding properties at 144 & 176 John Street East, 200 John Street & 588 Charlotte Street, and on Shoreline Protection. Council will also consider a motion regarding MOUs with the Chamber of Commerce and Tourism NOTL, and receive information reports on by-law enforcement metrics, committee recruitment criteria, a drainage referee decision, and two agreements.

• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) for legal advice on 144 & 176 John Street East, 200 John Street & 588 Charlotte Street
• Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) for legal advice on Shoreline Protection
• By-law 5473-23: NPCA Joint Use Agreement
• By-law 5474-23: MMP Intake 3 TPA - Implementation Stream - Amending Agreement
• By-law 5475-23: 35 Delater Encroachment Agreement

Council approved a motion to create new Memorandums of Understanding with the Niagara-on-the-Lake Chamber of Commerce and Tourism NOTL to update service roles. Several by-laws were passed, and the council received multiple information reports regarding by-law enforcement and committee recruitment.

• Approved motion to prepare new Agreements/MOUs with the Chamber of Commerce and Tourism NOTL (9-0)
• Passed By-laws No. 5473-23, 5474-23, and 5475-23 (9-0)
• Passed Proceedings By-law 5476-23 (9-0)
• Approved minutes from December 20, 2022 and January 25, 2023 (9-0)
• Adopted amended committee minutes for Planning, General, Municipal Heritage, and Committee of Adjustment (9-0)
• Received information reports 14.2.1, 14.2.2, 14.2.3, and 14.2.5 (9-0)
• Approved Joint Use Agreement between the Town and Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (9-0)

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-21-2022) for 507 Butler Street. The meeting is an opportunity for residents to learn about the proposal and provide input before a future public meeting.

• Open house for ZBA-21-2022 at 507 Butler Street
• Public input session before formal decision

Open House

This is an open house, not a decision-making meeting, for a proposed development at 223-227 Mary Street. The town is presenting applications OPA-04-2022 and ZBA-23-2022 for public input. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Open house for OPA-04-2022 and ZBA-23-2022 at 223-227 Mary Street
• Public session from 5:30 to 6:00 PM in Council Chambers
• Live webcast available

Information Package

This is an information package for the January 26, 2023 Council meeting, containing correspondence and reports for Council's awareness. Items include Niagara Region reports on interim levy dates, waste management and water/wastewater budgets, and the Niagara Official Plan, as well as correspondence from other municipalities on various topics. No decisions are being made; Council is receiving these items as information.

• Niagara Region Report CSD 4-2023: Approval of 2023 Interim Levy Dates and Amounts
• Niagara Region Report CSD 2-2023: 2023 Budget - Waste Management Services Operating Budget and Rate Requisition
• Niagara Region Report CSD 5-2023: 2023 Budget - Water and Wastewater Operating Budget, Rate Setting and Requisition
• Niagara Region Report PDS 3-2023: Approval of the Niagara Official Plan
• Correspondence from Town of Fort Erie, City of Thunder Bay, Township of Lanark Highlands, and Township of Montague

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning bylaw amendment application (ZBA-14-2022) for 823 Line 6 Road, the Big Head Winery. The meeting is informational, allowing residents to review the proposal and provide input before any formal decision.

• Zoning bylaw amendment ZBA-14-2022 for 823 Line 6 Road (Big Head Winery)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting includes closed sessions to discuss litigation or potential litigation regarding 12 Lorraine Street and 7 Vincent Ave, as well as personal matters about an identifiable individual. The open portion includes a planning orientation presentation and adoption of the proceedings by-law.

• Closed session on litigation related to 12 Lorraine Street
• Closed session on litigation related to 7 Vincent Ave
• Closed session on personal matters about an identifiable individual
• Planning orientation presentation by Art Zuidema
• Adoption of Proceedings By-law 5472-23

Committee of the Whole - General

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear 2023 budget presentations from community partners including the museum, airport, chamber of commerce, library, and Niagara College. They will also receive a winter control presentation, a delegation on community garden expansion, and consider consent items such as the seasonal patio program and a town-library memorandum of understanding.

• 2023 budget requests from NOTL Museum, Niagara District Airport, Chamber of Commerce, Public Library, and Niagara College
• Winter Control Presentation
• Delegation on Community Garden Expansion (Newark Park phase 2)
• Seasonal Patio Program (CDS-23-005)
• Town and Library Memorandum of Understanding (CAO-23-007)

Council approved the second phase of the Newark Park Community Garden and the extension of the Temporary Patio Program for 2023. A Memorandum of Understanding between the Town and the Public Library was also endorsed. A proposal to designate properties for the protection of the Rand Estate wall was defeated.

• Approved second phase of Community Garden Project at Newark Park (9-0)
• Approved extension of Temporary Patio Program for 2023 and support for a permanent Seasonal Patio Program (9-0)
• Endorsed Memorandum of Understanding between the Town and Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library (8-1)
• Defeated proposal to designate properties at 1 and 9 Christopher Street, 2 Weatherstone Court and 580 Charlotte Street under the OHA for wall protection (3-6)
• Approved request to share the Outstanding Council Business list with Council (9-0)
• Approved adoption of the agenda (9-0)

Information Package

This is an information package for a January 19, 2023 meeting, not a decision-making session. It lists public announcements for six planning applications (official plan amendments and zoning by-law amendments) that will have open houses and public meetings, plus miscellaneous correspondence items. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• OPA-04-2022 and ZBA-23-2022 for 223-277 Mary Street
• ZBA-21-2022 for 507 Butler Street
• ZBA-14-2022 for 823 Line 6 Road
• ZBA-17-2022 for 1696 Niagara Stone Road
• OPA-03-2022/ZBA-12-2022 and OPA-05-2022/ZBA-25-2022 for Tawny Ridge Estates Phases 1 and 2

Committee of Adjustment

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review several minor variance and consent applications for properties on Concession 2 Road, Lakeshore Road, and Tanbark Road. The committee will also approve minutes from December 15, 2022, and discuss recruitment for council committees.

• Minor Variance A-05/23 at 1072 Concession 2 Road
• Minor Variance A-46/22 at 1104 Lakeshore Road
• Minor Variance A-47/22 at 1122 Lakeshore Road
• Consent Applications B-31/22 & B-32/22 at 1104 & 1122 Lakeshore Road
• Consent Applications B-25/22 at 134 Tanbark Road and B-33/22 at 140 Tanbark Road

The Committee of Adjustment approved three minor variance applications and four consent applications for various properties. All approvals were granted subject to specific conditions, including septic reviews and legal descriptions for land consolidation.

• Approved Minor Variance A-05/23 for 1072 Concession 2 Road, subject to Niagara Region septic system confirmation
• Approved Minor Variance A-46/22 for 1104 Lakeshore Road, subject to Consent Application B-31/22 approval
• Approved Minor Variance A-47/22 for 1122 Lakeshore Road, subject to Consent Application B-32/22 approval
• Approved Consent Applications B-31/22 (1104 Lakeshore Road) and B-32/22 (1122 Lakeshore Road)
• Approved Consent Application B-25/22 for 134 Tanbark Road, subject to five conditions including zoning amendment approval
• Approved Consent Application B-33/22 for 140 Tanbark Road, subject to six conditions
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes by unanimous consent

Committee of the Whole - Planning

The Committee of the Whole - Planning is holding public meetings for four zoning by-law amendment applications (ZBA-18-2022, ZBA-16-2022, ZBA-19-2022, ZBA-20-2022) at 471 Line 1 Road, 256 East & West Line, 380 Nassau Street, and 134 & 140 Tanbark Road. The committee will also receive a presentation on the Glendale Secondary Plan and consider entering closed session for negotiations regarding NRBN and solicitor-client privileged advice on 9 Dee Road.

• Public meeting for ZBA-18-2022 at 471 Line 1 Road
• Public meeting for ZBA-16-2022 at 256 East & West Line
• Public meeting for ZBA-19-2022 at 380 Nassau Street
• Public meeting for ZBA-20-2022 at 134 & 140 Tanbark Road
• Glendale Secondary Plan presentation and update

The Committee approved a motion requesting the Province of Ontario engage in meaningful consultation regarding the impacts of Bill 23. Council also refused a demolition application for 177 Byron Road. Two other motions regarding Bill 3 and the Ontario Heritage Act were defeated.

• Approved motion requesting provincial consultation on Bill 23 (6-3)
• Refused demolition application for 177 Byron Road (7-1)
• Defeated petition to the Government of Ontario regarding Bill 3 (3-6)
• Defeated motion to prioritize designation of properties on the Municipal Heritage Register (2-7)
• Received information reports for 471 Line 1 Road, 256 East & West Line, 380 Nassau Street, and 140 Tanbark Road (9-0)
• Received Glendale Secondary Plan Update and Project Charter (9-0)
• Approved Urban Design Committee minutes from November 30, 2022 (9-0)

Information Package

This is an information items package for the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, containing correspondence from other agencies and municipalities. No decisions are being made; the items are for council's information only.

• Niagara Region notice of Public Information Centre for Niagara Stone Road
• Newark Neighbours relocation press release
• Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry amendments to the Conservation Authorities Act
• Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing update on key initiatives
• Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative $1B Freshwater Action Plan memo

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting focused on two presentations: KPMG's 2022 audit planning report and a budget orientation led by the Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer. Council will also adopt the agenda, declare conflicts of interest, and pass a proceedings by-law. No decisions on substantive items are listed.

• KPMG 2022 Audit Planning Report presentation by Jodie Nesbitt and Carlos Alvarez
• Budget Orientation presentation by Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer Kyle Freeborn
• Proceedings By-law 5471-23 adoption

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-20-2022) for properties at 134-140 Tanbark Road. The meeting is held virtually via video conference. No decisions are being made; it is an opportunity for public input and information.

• Zoning by-law amendment application ZBA-20-2022 for 134-140 Tanbark Road
• Public open house held via video conference

Open House

This is a public open house for a zoning bylaw amendment application (ZBA-16-2022) regarding the property at 256 East & West Line. The meeting is informational, allowing residents to learn about the proposal before a future public meeting. No decisions are being made at this open house.

• Zoning bylaw amendment application ZBA-16-2022 for 256 East & West Line
• Public open house held via video conference on January 9, 2023, 5:00-6:00 PM

Information Package

This is an information package for the January 5, 2023 meeting, containing correspondence and public announcements. No decisions are being made; items are for council's information. The package includes media releases, notices of public meetings for zoning by-law amendments, and correspondence from other municipalities and organizations, largely regarding provincial housing legislation (Bill 23) and related matters.

• Media release on Niagara-on-the-Lake's response to Bill 23 (More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022)
• Notices of open houses and public meetings for zoning by-law amendments at 256 East and West Line, 471 Line 1 Road, 380 Nassau Street, and 134 & 140 Tanbark Road
• Correspondence from several municipalities opposing Bill 23
• Enbridge Gas letter from Director Costello
• Lake Erie–Niagara River ice boom: 21 of 22 sections installed for 2022-2023 season

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-19-2022) for the property at 380 Nassau Street. The meeting is held by video conference and is an opportunity for residents to learn about the proposal before a future public meeting.

• Open house for ZBA-19-2022 at 380 Nassau Street
• Public session held via video conference on January 5, 2023

Open House

This is an open house public session for a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA-18-2022) at 471 Line 1 Road. The meeting is held virtually via video conference. No decisions are being made; it is an opportunity for public input.

• Open house for ZBA-18-2022 at 471 Line 1 Road