Ottawa public meetings in 2024

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a Vice-Chair and review minutes from February 2024. The committee will also receive an informational presentation regarding the 2024 New Zoning By-law.

• Election of Vice-chair
• Update on 2024 New Zoning By-law

The Planning Advisory Committee elected Colin White as Vice-Chair for a term ending February 2025. The committee also received an informational update on the 2024 New Zoning By-law, with discussion covering parking, stormwater, and density. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Colin White as Vice-Chair (acclaimed)
• Received 2024 New Zoning By-law update for information

Ottawa Investment Board

The Ottawa Investment Board will move part of the meeting in‑camera to receive a confidential report from Eckler Limited about candidates for an outsourced Chief Investment Officer. The board will then proceed with the next steps in the selection process. Other agenda items include adoption of the agenda, confirmation of the July 17, 2024 minutes, and distribution of public notices in English and French.

• Adoption of agenda
• Confirmation of OIB Minutes from July 17, 2024
• In‑camera presentation of confidential report on outsourced Chief Investment Officer (Eckler Limited)
• Public Notice distribution – English and French versions
• Motions (unspecified items)

The Ottawa Investment Board held a routine meeting with no public reports or motions. The only substantive item was a confidential in-camera session to receive the Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) report from Eckler Limited and proceed with next steps in the selection process. No votes were taken in camera beyond procedural motions, and the board adjourned without other decisions.

• Adopted the agenda (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of July 17, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Resolved in camera to receive confidential OCIO report from Eckler Limited (carried)
• Received the confidential OCIO report and proceeded with next steps in selection process

City Council

At the December 11 meeting, Ottawa City Council will consider and approve the draft operating and capital budgets for 2025 across multiple departments, including Finance, Police, Public Library, and Health. The council will also receive a petition signed by 61 residents asking the council to reject a proposal for a 5‑unit apartment building at 121 Brae Crescent. A roadmap motion will be presented to guide further consideration of the 2025 budgets.

• Approve Draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets (Finance and Corporate Services)
• Approve Ottawa Police Service 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budgets
• Approve Ottawa Public Library 2025 Draft Budget Estimates
• Petition to reject a 5‑unit apartment complex at 121 Brae Crescent (61 signatures)
• Roadmap motion for consideration of the 2025 budgets

City Council approved the 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets, including those for the Ottawa Police Service, Ottawa Public Library, and Ottawa Board of Health. The transit budget was approved as amended, maintaining free transit for seniors on Wednesdays and Sundays, adjusting senior and youth pass fares, and delaying the U-Pass increase. Council also approved several zoning amendments, heritage permits, and land acquisitions.

• Approved 2025 Ottawa Police Service budgets (18-5)
• Approved 2025 transit budget as amended (18-7)
• Approved $350,000 from fuel hedging savings for park amenities and food security
• Approved $50,000 from fuel hedging savings for public washrooms
• Approved zoning amendment for 9-storey building at 178 Nepean St & 219-223 Bank St
• Approved zoning amendment for 431 units at 2800 Brian Coburn Blvd
• Approved $12.78M acquisition for Riverside South Recreation Complex
• Approved demolition at 79 Guigues Ave with conditions

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear several minor variance and consent applications. The body will consider requests for new residential constructions, property subdivisions, and easement establishments across various wards.

• 242 Park: Consent and minor variance to subdivide property for a new 8-unit apartment building
• 250 Shakespeare: Minor variance for a three-storey, eight-unit low-rise apartment building
• 346 Roosevelt: Minor variance for a four-storey, six-unit low-rise apartment building
• 142 Marier: Minor variance for two semi-detached dwellings with a total of 6 units
• 146 Osgoode: Consent application to subdivide the lot into two parcels and establish easements

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is reviewing minor variance and consent applications for residential and commercial properties. The body is deciding on requests for reduced parking, yard setbacks, and the subdivision of lots.

• 5497 Manotick Main: Request for reduced resident and visitor parking for a 28-unit low-rise apartment building
• 1296 Old Montreal: Application to subdivide property into two separate lots
• 7725 Flewellyn: Application to create separate lots for two existing commercial buildings
• 5444 West River: Request for reduced side yard setback for a garage expansion
• 5940 Brophy: Application to convey a portion of property to 3325 Eagleson Road

Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on social development, poverty reduction, and mental well-being. The body will also discuss the review and funding of the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan.

• Confirmation of the 2025 meeting schedule
• Update on Youth Social Development, Financial Security and Poverty Reduction, and Mental Well-Being
• Update on Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Review
• Update on funding for the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan

The committee received three informational updates from the Community and Social Services Department on priorities (including youth social development, financial security, and mental well-being), the CSWB Plan review, and funding for the plan. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received for information. The committee also confirmed its 2025 meeting schedule and approved the September 17, 2024 minutes.

• Confirmed 2025 meeting schedule (carried)
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Received update on CSWB priorities for information
• Received update on CSWB Plan review for information
• Received update on CSWB Plan funding for information

Built Heritage Committee

The Built Heritage Committee will consider several heritage applications, including a recommendation to designate the Église évangélique baptiste at 284 King Edward Avenue under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. It will also review demolition and new‑construction applications for 120 Juliana Road, demolition at 79 Guigues Avenue, and alteration and new‑construction applications for 219‑223 Bank Street and 178 Nepean Street, as well as objections to designations at 159 Montréal Road and 50 Carruthers Avenue. All recommendations will be forwarded to City Council for a meeting on December 11, 2024.

• Recommend Council issue a Notice of Intention to Designate the Église évangélique baptiste at 284 King Edward Avenue (Part IV Heritage Act)
• Recommend approval of demolition and new construction at 120 Juliana Road (heritage permit with two‑year expiry)
• Recommend approval of alteration and new construction at 219‑223 Bank Street and 178 Nepean Street (heritage permit with three‑year expiry)
• Recommend approval of demolition at 79 Guigues Avenue with landscaping conditions and permit exemption
• Recommend Council not withdraw Notices of Intention to Designate 159 Montréal Road and 50 Carruthers Avenue

The Built Heritage Committee approved the demolition of 79 Guigues Avenue (5-4) with conditions, recommended heritage designation for the Église évangélique baptiste d’Ottawa, and approved demolition/new construction at 120 Juliana Road. It referred the Bank Street alteration application to Council without recommendation. It also upheld heritage designations for 159 Montréal Road and 50 Carruthers Avenue.

• Approved demolition at 79 Guigues Avenue with conditions (5-4)
• Recommended heritage designation for Église évangélique baptiste d’Ottawa at 284 King Edward Avenue
• Approved demolition and new construction at 120 Juliana Road with conditions
• Referred alteration at 219-223 Bank Street and 178 Nepean Street to Council without recommendation
• Upheld heritage designation for 159 Montréal Road
• Upheld heritage designation for 50 Carruthers Avenue

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is reviewing several consent and minor variance applications. Most items involve subdividing properties for new residential dwellings or adjusting building setbacks and heights.

• 184 Woodroffe: Proposal for a 10-unit low-rise apartment building with reduced setbacks
• 45 David: Subdivision into two parcels for two dwellings
• 2300 Fox: Subdivision into three parcels for residential development
• 2 Leikin, 3 Leikin, 99 Bill Leathem: Increased building height for a light industrial building
• 3636 Innes: Subdivision into two parcels for future development

Ottawa Police Service Board

The board is meeting to consider a motion to move into a private session. The purpose of the in camera session is to discuss a labour relations matter.

• Motion to move in camera to discuss a Labour Relations Matter

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will consider the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets and review several zoning by-law amendments. The committee will also discuss a rural community-building grant application.

• Review 2025 draft operating and capital budgets
• Zoning by-law amendment for 3179 (3135) Carry's Side Road
• Zoning by-law amendment for 2808 (2850) Donald B. Munro Drive
• Zoning omnibus amendments for Q4 2024
• Rural Community-Building Grant Program application review

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee carried all agenda items, including three zoning by-law amendments and the 2025 draft operating and capital budget for rural areas. It also approved two motions related to the budget, including adding Ashton Station Road to the list of projects below the budget cut-off line and directing staff to negotiate a cost-sharing agreement with the Township of Beckwith. The committee recommended the zoning amendments and budget to City Council for final approval on December 11, 2024.

• Approved zoning amendment at 3179 (3135) Carry's Side Road to prohibit residential development on retained lands
• Approved zoning amendment at 2808 (2850) Donald B. Munro Drive to prohibit residential development and reduce lot width/side yard setbacks on severed lands
• Approved Rural Community-Building Grant Program application as detailed in Document 1
• Approved Q4 2024 zoning omnibus amendments citywide, including Fernbank Road
• Carried motion to add Ashton Station Road to 'below budget cut-off line' for rural road upgrades and negotiate cost-sharing with Beckwith
• Carried motion to approve 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget for Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee is reviewing several proposed zoning by-law amendments for residential developments and mixed-use buildings. The body is deciding whether to recommend these approvals to Council for a final decision on December 11, 2024.

• Zoning amendment for 2800 Brian Coburn Boulevard to permit 431 low-rise residential units, a commercial block, and a park
• Zoning amendment for 2829 Dumaurier Avenue to permit a 40-storey mixed-use tower
• Zoning amendment for 178 Nepean Street and 219 and 223 Bank Street for a nine-storey mixed-use building
• Heritage permit application for new construction and alteration at 219-223 Bank Street and 178 Nepean Street
• Zoning amendment for 304-308 Donald Street to permit a three-storey, 31-unit apartment building

The Planning and Housing Committee approved several zoning by-law amendments for residential developments across Ottawa, including projects on Brian Coburn Boulevard, Donald Street, and Dumaurier Avenue. The committee referred a development application for 178 Nepean Street and 219-223 Bank Street to Council, pending the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding. Additionally, the committee directed staff to resume work on a rental replacement by-law.

• Approved zoning amendment for 2800 Brian Coburn Boulevard
• Approved zoning amendment for 304-308 Donald Street
• Referred 178 Nepean St and 219-223 Bank St development to Council
• Approved zoning amendment for 214 Somerset Street East
• Approved zoning amendment for 2829 Dumaurier Avenue
• Approved zoning amendment for 2928 Bank Street
• Approved zoning amendment for 3285 Borrisokane Road
• Directed staff to resume work on rental replacement by-law

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to review and potentially approve the 2025 Draft Budget and a governance action plan. The board will also receive an update on the Ādisōke building project.

• 2025 Draft Budget including $2M from the Library Reserve Fund and repurposing of $500K in capital orders
• Approval of the updated 2023-2026 OPL Governance Action Plan
• Ādisōke Building Project Update presentation
• 2025 Board Conference Attendance plan for trustees
• Memo regarding plans for public art at the Main Branch

The Ottawa Public Library Board approved its 2025 draft operating and capital budget of $64.895M, which includes a $2M withdrawal from the Library Reserve Fund and will be forwarded to City Council. The Board also received the 2024 Governance Evaluation Report and approved an updated Governance Action Plan, as well as a plan for 2025 trustee conference attendance. The budget was carried as presented, and the governance report was received and carried.

• Approved 2025 draft budget of $64.895M, including $2M Library Reserve withdrawal (Carried)
• Directed staff to forward 2025 budget to City Council for Dec 11 consideration (Carried)
• Received 2024 Governance Evaluation Report and approved updated Governance Action Plan (Received and Carried)
• Approved 2025 plan for trustee conference participation (Carried)
• Received Chair's verbal update on Riverside South branch, Library Month, RBC Foundation $1.5M donation (Received)
• Received Chief Librarian/CEO's report, including $100K anonymous donation (Received)
• Received Ādisōke building project update presentation (Received)
• Confirmed minutes of November 5, 2024 meeting (Carried)

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee will consider the draft 2025 operating and capital budgets and recommend them to Council. It will also recommend approval of several Tax Increment Equivalent Grants for affordable‑housing projects, totaling roughly $50 million across six sites. Additional items include a land acquisition for the Riverside South Recreation Complex and other property purchases, a ward‑boundary amendment for the 2026 election, and a by‑law to expropriate land for the Bank Street Renewal project.

• Recommend Council adopt the draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Approve affordable‑housing TIEG grants: $9.36 M (245‑265 Rideau St), $6.6 M (317 Lett St), $4.68 M (1707 Carling Ave), $16.52 M (661‑665 Albert St), $6.6 M (1040 Somerset St W), $7.2 M (141 George St)
• Approve purchase of Riverside South Recreation Complex lands for $12,784,000 plus $9,000,000 development charges
• Approve acquisition of 5689 Ferry Road (223‑acre parcel) for $1,950,000
• Recommend Council enact a by‑law to expropriate lands for Bank Street Renewal Phase 1

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee recommended Council approve the 2025 draft operating and capital budget for its departments, including a correction to the non-departmental operating budget. It also approved seven Tax Increment Equivalent Grants (TIEGs) for affordable housing projects, totaling about $51 million, and recommended the acquisition of land for the Riverside South Recreation Complex and a 223-acre parcel at 5689 Ferry Road. The committee endorsed the 2024 Ward Boundary Review and the Corporate Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework, and approved the concept plan for 930 and 1010 Somerset Street with a direction to consult Plouffe Park programming groups.

• Approved 2025 draft operating and capital budget for FCS departments (carried)
• Approved 7 affordable housing TIEGs totaling ~$51M (carried, Menard dissenting)
• Approved $12.78M purchase of Riverside South Recreation Complex lands (carried)
• Approved $1.95M purchase of 223-acre parcel at 5689 Ferry Road (8-3)
• Approved expropriation application for Bank Street Renewal Phase 1 (carried)
• Approved 930/1010 Somerset concept plan, sale to CEPEO for $6.49M (carried as amended)
• Approved 2024 Ward Boundary Review amendments (carried)
• Approved Corporate Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework (carried, Luloff and Darouze dissenting)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will consider the City’s 2025 draft operating and capital budgets and formulate recommendations for Council. It will also receive the 2024 KPMG Financial Statement Audit Plan for information. The committee will recommend approval of the Office of the Auditor General’s Audit Charter. Minutes from the previous meeting (September 20, 2024) will be confirmed.

• Review of the 2024 KPMG Financial Statement Audit Plan (information only)
• Consideration of the 2025 Draft Operating Budget documents
• Consideration of the 2025 Draft Capital Budget documents
• Recommendation to Council to approve the Office of the Auditor General’s Audit Charter
• Confirmation of Audit Committee Minutes 8 – 20 September 2024

The Audit Committee confirmed previous minutes, received the 2024 KPMG Financial Statement Audit Plan, and recommended that Council approve the 2025 Draft Budget for the Office of the Auditor General and External/Special Audits. The committee also recommended Council approve the OAG's Audit Charter and the Fraud Investigation Report, while directing staff to provide an update on unresolved recommendations from the Enterprise Risk Management audit by February 2025.

• Confirmed AC Minutes 8 from September 20, 2024 (Carried)
• Received 2024 KPMG Financial Statement Audit Plan (Received)
• Recommended Council approve Audit Committee 2025 Draft Budget (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve Office of the Auditor General Audit Charter (Carried)
• Approved adding Fraud Investigation Report to the agenda via Motion No. AC 2024-09-02 (Carried)
• Recommended Council consider and approve Fraud Investigation Report recommendations as amended by Motion No. AC 2024-09-03 (Carried)
• Directed staff to provide an update on Enterprise Risk Management audit recommendations at the February 2025 meeting via Motion No. AC 2024-09-03 (Carried)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board will consider a motion to adjourn the public portion of its meeting and continue in camera. If approved, the in‑camera session would cover updates on demonstrations and event management, operational matters, lease renewal, the 2023‑2024 executive succession management report, a delay application, labour‑relations issues and legal matters. No other agenda items involve decisions or proposals.

• Motion to move the meeting in camera to discuss demonstrations and event management
• Motion to move the meeting in camera to discuss lease renewal
• Motion to move the meeting in camera to discuss the 2023‑2024 executive succession management report
• Motion to move the meeting in camera to discuss labour‑relations matters
• Motion to move the meeting in camera to discuss legal matters

The Ottawa Police Service Board held a brief public meeting and voted to move in camera to discuss various operational, legal, and labour relations matters. No substantive public decisions were recorded before the meeting adjourned at 2:02 pm.

• Moved to go in camera to discuss demonstrations, operational matters, lease renewal, executive succession, delay application, labour relations, and legal matters (Carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:02 pm

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board approved the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget, delegating authority to the Chief of Police for a $5.4 million fleet replacement program and a $1.9 million Conducted Energy Weapon program. The Board also reduced the capital order 903447 South Facility by $6 million, closed capital order 907491 Elgin Refit returning $10,354,976, and refinanced $7,771,192 of the South Facility financing. Additional approvals included registration and a $2,000 gold sponsorship for the Canadian Association of Police Governance Winter Summit, and the ratification of several police officer and special constable appointments.

• Approve 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget with delegations for $5.4 M fleet replacement and $1.9 M CEW program
• Reduce capital order 903447 South Facility by $6 M and close capital order 907491 Elgin Refit, returning $10,354,976 to the general reserve
• Refinance $7,771,192 of capital order 903447 South Facility from pay‑as‑you‑go financing to debt
• Approve registration cost of $1,966.20 and a $2,000 gold sponsorship for the CAPG Winter Governance Summit
• Ratify appointment of Ottawa Police Service officers and of seven and five City of Ottawa Transit Services Special Constables

The Ottawa Police Service Board approved the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget, including delegating authority to the Chief for the Fleet Replacement Program (up to $5.4M) and Conducted Energy Weapon Program (up to $1.9M). The board also approved several capital adjustments, including reducing the South Facility budget by $6M and closing the Elgin Refit project, returning funds to the general reserve. Three items related to delegating appointment authority were withdrawn from the agenda. The board also ratified appointments of police officers and special constables, and approved attendance and sponsorship for a governance summit.

• Approved 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget (carried)
• Delegated authority to Chief for 2025 Fleet Replacement Program up to $5.4M (carried)
• Delegated authority to Chief for 2025 Conducted Energy Weapon Program up to $1.9M (carried)
• Approved reduction of South Facility capital budget by $6M, returning funds to general reserve (carried)
• Approved closure of Elgin Refit capital order, returning $10,354,976 to general reserve (carried)
• Approved refinancing $7,771,192 for South Facility from pay-as-you-go to debt (carried)
• Ratified appointment of police officers and special constables (carried)
• Approved CAPG Winter Governance Summit attendance and $2,000 sponsorship (carried as amended)

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health will consider and adopt several reports, including the 2025 Draft Operating Budget for the Board, the update to the 2023‑2027 Strategic Action Plan, and a confirmation by‑law. The Board will also receive verbal reports from the Chair and the Medical Officer of Health for information. An in‑camera performance appraisal of the Medical Officer of Health will be noted but not reported publicly.

• Approve the 2025 Draft Operating Budget for the Ottawa Board of Health
• Approve the Strategic Action Plan update for Ottawa Public Health’s 2023‑2027 plan
• Adopt the Chair’s and Medical Officer of Health’s verbal reports for information
• Pass Confirmation By‑law No. 2024‑5 to record the meeting’s proceedings
• Note an in‑camera performance appraisal of the Medical Officer of Health (not reported publicly)

The Board approved the 2025 Draft Operating Budget and directed staff to forward it to City Council for consideration on December 11, 2024. The Board also approved the Ottawa Public Health Strategic Action Plan and received updates on the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan.

• Approved 2025 Draft Operating Budget (Carried)
• Approved Ottawa Public Health’s Strategic Action Plan (Carried)
• Received 2023-2027 Strategic Plan updates from Q2 and Q3 2024 (Carried)
• Received Chair of the Board of Health Verbal Report (Carried)
• Received Medical Officer of Health Verbal Report (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes of the November 4, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Passed Confirmation By-law no. 2024-5 (Carried)

Light Rail Sub-Committee

The Light Rail Sub‑Committee will review the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project construction update (file ACS‑TSD‑RCP‑0005) and receive the report for information. The agenda also includes routine items such as public notices, confirmation of minutes, declarations of interest, and other procedural business. No formal decisions or motions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project – construction update report (file ACS‑TSD‑RCP‑0005) – received for information
• Public Notices – English and French Hybrid Standing Committee PDFs
• LRSC Minutes 10 – August 29, 2024 – English and French PDFs
• In Camera Items – listed without attachments
• Notices of Motions – for consideration at a subsequent meeting

The Light Rail Sub-Committee confirmed previous meeting minutes and received a presentation and report on the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project for information. Staff undertook several follow-up tasks regarding parkway re-opening, pedestrian safety, and traffic management.

• Confirmed LRSC Minutes 10 from August 29, 2024 (Carried)
• Received Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project report for information (Received)

Transportation Committee

The committee will review the draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets and make a recommendation to Council on December 11, 2024. It will also consider the Road Safety Action Plan, approving the 2025 implementation plan, and a motion to create a Community Safety Zone on Prestwick Drive between Des Epinettes Avenue and Innes Road. Additional items include a status update on committee inquiries and motions and confirmation of the October 15‑24 meeting minutes.

• Recommend to Council the relevant portions of the 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets (Finance and Corporate Services Department).
• Approve the Road Safety Action Plan – 2025 Implementation Plan (Public Works Department).
• Designate a Community Safety Zone on Prestwick Drive between Des Epinettes Avenue and Innes Road and install signage (motion by Councillor Matt Luloff).
• Receive for information the Status Update – Transportation Committee Inquiries and Motions (Office of the City Clerk).
• Confirm the draft minutes for Transportation Committee meeting 15 (24 Oct 2024).

The Transportation Committee carried the relevant portions of the draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets, as amended, recommending them to Council sitting as Committee of the Whole on December 11, 2024. It also approved the Road Safety Action Plan 2025 Implementation Plan, received a status update on inquiries and motions, and carried a motion recommending a Community Safety Zone on Prestwick Drive. A notice of motion was given for a Community Safety Zone on Maitland Avenue, to be considered at a later meeting.

• Carried the draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets as amended, recommending approval to Council (Committee of the Whole, Dec 11, 2024)
• Approved the Road Safety Action Plan – 2025 Implementation Plan and received the 2024 status update
• Received the status update on Transportation Committee inquiries and motions for the period ending November 22, 2024
• Carried a motion recommending a Community Safety Zone on Prestwick Drive between Des Epinettes Avenue and Innes Road, with signage
• Confirmed minutes of the October 24, 2024 meeting (TRC Minutes 15)

City Council

City Council will receive the Integrity Commissioner’s report recommending a reprimand for Councillor Kelly. The council will also consider several heritage matters, including approving an alteration at 310 St. Patrick Street and designating multiple properties under the Ontario Heritage Act. A fee increase of $200 for Council‑level heritage permit applications and an amendment to the Corporate Studies Development Charge are also on the agenda.

• Reprimand Councillor Kelly for contravening Sections 4 and 7 of the Code of Conduct
• Approve alteration of the former St. Brigid’s Church at 310 St. Patrick Street
• Issue Notices of Intention to Designate 152 Metcalfe Street, 66 Queen Street, 8 Robert Kemp Street and 249 Bronson Avenue under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
• Increase Council‑level Ontario Heritage Act application fees by $200, effective Jan 1 2025
• Approve amendment to Development Charges By‑law 2024‑218 (Corporate Studies Development Charge)

City Council received the Integrity Commissioner's report finding Councillor Kelly contravened the Code of Conduct and voted to reprimand him for his conduct on July 3, 2024. Council also approved several heritage designations and alterations, including for former St. Brigid's Church, and passed a by-law to reimpose a corporate studies development charge. All decisions were carried as recorded.

• Reprimanded Councillor Kelly for Code of Conduct breach (carried)
• Approved alteration of former St. Brigid's Church at 310 St. Patrick Street (carried)
• Issued Notice of Intention to Designate 152 Metcalfe Street, excluding 1906 north wing (carried as amended)
• Issued Notice of Intention to Designate 66 Queen Street (carried as amended)
• Approved changes to heritage permit notification procedures, including 60m radius and $200 fee increase (carried)
• Approved reimposition of Corporate Studies Development Charge (carried)
• Approved designations of 8 Robert Kemp Street and 249 Bronson Avenue (carried)
• Passed 25 by-laws including road closures, special charges, and Lincoln Fields Secondary Plan (carried)

Community Services Committee

The Community Services Committee will examine the draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets and make recommendations to Council for the December 11 meeting. It will also receive a response to an inquiry about funding for food security in 2025 and a response regarding seasonal recruitment of lifeguards. Additional reports on delegated authority use by the Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department and the Community and Social Services Department for 2023 will be provided for information.

• Draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets – Community Services Committee (multiple budget documents attached)
• Response to Inquiry CSC-2024-06 – Funding for food security in 2025
• Response – Seasonal Recruitment of Lifeguards (accessible version)
• Use of Delegated Authority 2023 – Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department (memo and supporting documents)
• Use of Delegated Authority 2023 – Community and Social Services Department (memo)

The Community Services Committee recommended approval of its portion of the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budgets to Council, with Councillor Plante dissenting on parts. The committee also received a status update on inquiries and motions, and deferred a discussion on delegated authority. Two notices of motion were introduced regarding Bay Ward recreational facilities.

• Recommended 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets for community services to Council (carried; Plante dissenting on items 1.B and 4)
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions (received)
• Deferred discussion on delegated authority use by Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services (motion to discuss lost 7-4)
• Introduced notice of motion for Bay Ward accessible recreational facility project development
• Introduced notice of motion for Belltown Dome replacement

Audit Committee

The agenda for the Ottawa Audit Committee meeting on November 25, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder or empty agenda without substantive discussion topics. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are detailed.

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission will consider the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets and make recommendations to Council for a December 11 meeting. The agenda also includes responses to inquiries regarding transitway fines, special constables, and 60-foot buses.

• Review of 2025 draft operating and capital budgets
• Responses to inquiries on transitway fines, special constables, and 60-foot buses
• Transit contracts awarded from January to June 2024
• Status update on Transit Commission inquiries and motions
• Public notices and meeting information for hybrid participation

The Transit Commission approved the draft 2025 operating and capital budgets, recommending Council maintain free senior transit on Wednesdays and adjust the senior discount to 42% off the adult pass, funded by a $820,000 reduction to the Transit Capital reserve. The budget approval passed 6-3, with several other motions referred to Council for consideration. The Commission also directed staff to explore a U-Pass for students under 18 and to increase advertising and rental revenues by 10% in 2025 and 2026.

• Approved draft 2025 operating and capital budgets (6-3)
• Carried motion to maintain free senior transit on Wednesdays and set senior pass at $78.50 (8-1)
• Carried motion to direct staff to negotiate U-Pass with post-secondary institutions
• Carried motion to explore U-Pass for students under 18
• Carried motion to increase advertising and rental revenues by 10% in 2025 and 2026
• Referred motion to align senior fares with EquiPass ($58.25) to Council
• Referred motion to reclassify certain properties from Urban to Rural Transit Area to Council
• Referred motion to increase transit levy to 9.41% and keep youth fares to Council

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will confirm the agenda and the minutes from the 18 October 2024 meeting. Members will receive a presentation on the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets and related delegations for information and consideration. The committee will also address any declarations of interest and other business items.

• Confirm agenda for the 22 November 2024 meeting
• Confirm Minutes #28 from 18 October 2024
• Declarations of interest
• Presentation of 2025 draft operating and capital budgets with delegations
• Other business (no specific items listed)

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee will examine the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget and prepare recommendations for Council on December 11, 2024. It will also receive a status update report from the Office of the City Clerk for information. The meeting includes confirmation of the previous minutes and distribution of public notices.

• Review of 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget – Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee (multiple budget documents attached)
• Receive Office of the City Clerk status update report on EPPSC inquiries and motions (period ending 12 Nov 2024)
• Confirmation of EPPSC Minutes 14 (17 Oct 2024)
• Distribution of public notices (English and French) for hybrid standing committee
• In Camera items (no details provided)

The committee approved its portion of the 2025 draft operating and capital budget, covering emergency and protective services, fire, paramedic, by-law, and public policy areas. The recommendation will go to Council on December 11, 2024. Councillor Luloff recused himself from voting on a fire services communications line item due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved 2025 draft operating and capital budget for emergency services (carried)
• Approved adding budget documents to the agenda (carried)
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions (received)

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend that Council approve the amendment to the Development Charges By-law 2024-218 that reimposes the Corporate Studies Development Charge. The committee will also review the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets for the Planning and Housing portfolio and prepare recommendations for Council at the Committee of the Whole on December 11, 2024. Additional items include distribution of information on the Affordable Housing Acquisition/Preservation Fund and routine procedural notices.

• Development Charges – Reimposition of Corporate Studies Development Charge (amendment to By-law 2024-218)
• Review of 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budgets for Planning and Housing Committee
• Information distribution on Affordable Housing Acquisition/Preservation Fund
• Public notices and declarations of interest (procedural items)
• Confirmation of minutes from previous meeting

The Planning and Housing Committee recommended Council approve the 2025 draft operating and capital budget, including a revised document correcting affordable housing figures. It also directed staff to explore a 'public builder model' for affordable housing and approved a motion asking the province to exempt non-profit housing acquisitions from land transfer tax. A motion to allocate 50% of excess Vacant Unit Tax revenue to an acquisition fund was defeated.

• Recommended 2025 draft budget to Council (carried)
• Approved revised budget document correcting affordable housing figures (carried)
• Directed staff to explore 'public builder model' for affordable housing, report by Q4 2025 (carried)
• Approved motion requesting provincial exemption from land transfer tax for non-profit housing acquisitions (carried)
• Defeated motion to allocate 50% of Vacant Unit Tax revenue above forecast to acquisition fund (4-8)
• Approved reimposition of corporate studies development charge (carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is reviewing several consent and minor variance applications. The body is deciding on requests to subdivide lots for residential development and granting variances for building setbacks and parking.

• 18 Louisa: Minor variance for a 10-storey mixed-use building regarding setbacks and width
• 624 Parkview: Consent and minor variance to subdivide into four parcels for two semi-detached dwellings
• 660 Hochelaga: Consent to subdivide into two parcels for future residential development
• 139 Duford: Consent and minor variance to subdivide for a semi-detached dwelling and increase driveway slope
• 433 Evered: Minor variance for a detached dwelling with front yard parking

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations and provide feedback on several city initiatives. These include accessibility designs for the Lansdowne 2.0 North Side Stands and a review of the Parks and Facilities By-law.

• Lansdowne 2.0 North Side Stands Accessibility Design presentation
• Parks and Facilities By-law Review
• Budget 101 presentation
• Accessibility Office Update
• Confirmation of minutes from September 15-17, October 8, and October 15, 2024

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received presentations on the city budget, Lansdowne 2.0 North Side Stands accessibility design, the Parks and Facilities By-law review, and an Accessibility Office update. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received for feedback only.

• Received Budget 101 presentation (unanimous)
• Received Lansdowne 2.0 North Side Stands accessibility design update (unanimous)
• Received Parks and Facilities By-law review update (unanimous)
• Received Accessibility Office update (unanimous)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Panel will hear a series of consent and minor variance applications for properties in the Rideau-Jock and West Carleton-March wards. Several applications, including the 6255 Prince of Wales subdivision, have been approved. Other items under consideration involve subdivisions at 6437 Prince of Wales, 1500 Thomas Argue, and 5190 MacHardy, as well as a minor variance at 6051 Herberts Corners.

• Consent application D08-01-24/B-00204 for 6255 Prince of Wales – granted to split the property into two parcels for a surplus farm dwelling.
• Consent and minor variance applications D08-01-24/B-00207 & D08-02-24/A-00260 for 6437 Prince of Wales – granted to create three parcels with reduced lot widths for future development.
• Consent and minor variance applications D08-01-24/B-00205 & D08-02-24/A-00259 for 1500 Thomas Argue – granted to create a new lot and allow reduced setbacks and frontage onto a private street.
• Minor variance application D08-02-24/A-00048 for 6051 Herberts Corners – granted to permit a larger building footprint and driveway for a coach house with an attached garage.
• Consent application D08-01-24/B-00182 for 5190 MacHardy – granted to subdivide the property into two parcels for future residential development.

Environment and Climate Change Committee

The Environment and Climate Change Committee will examine the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget, including tax‑supported and rate‑supported programs, and make recommendations to Council for the December 11 meeting. It will also receive the external audit results for in‑house solid waste collection and information on normal farm practices. No formal decisions are recorded for this meeting.

• 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget – tax‑supported and rate‑supported programs
• Financial Statements for In‑House Solid Waste Collection – external audit results
• Information on Normal Farm Practices
• Confirmation of Minutes from meeting 13 (October 15, 2024)
• Public Notices and hybrid meeting participation details

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for minor variances and property consents. These requests include changes to parking requirements, setbacks, and the subdivision of land for new dwellings.

• 1880 Kilborn: Request for zero parking spaces to convert a garage into a two-storey additional dwelling unit
• 842, 844 Dundee: Application to subdivide property into two parcels for separate ownership of a semi-detached dwelling
• 2725 Rowatt: Request to subdivide land for two two-storey dwellings with coach houses
• 2475 Regina: Application to subdivide property into two parcels for phased development
• 28 Gervin: Request to allow a garage entrance closer to the front line than the principal entrance

Transit Commission

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

French Language Services Advisory Committee

The French Language Services Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the 2025 draft operating and capital budget. The committee will also review and provide feedback on programs and services from the Community and Social Services Department and Children's Services.

• 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget for the French Language Services Advisory Committee
• Community and Social Services Department (CSSD) Programs and Services presentation
• Children's Services Programs and Services presentation
• Confirmation of minutes from the September 12, 2024 meeting

The French Language Services Advisory Committee received a presentation on the 2025 draft operating and capital budget and approved a motion to submit consolidated comments to Council. The committee also received informational presentations on Community and Social Services programs and Children's Services, with discussions on French-language service gaps and staffing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to authorize Chair and Vice-Chair to submit consolidated budget comments (6-0)
• Received 2025 draft budget presentation for information
• Received CSSD programs and services presentation for information
• Received Children's Services presentation for information

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board held a special meeting on November 13, 2024 to receive and table the draft operating and capital budgets for 2025. The budgets were provided in English and French PDF files and an online budget book. The Board will consider the budgets at its regular meeting on November 25, 2024.

• Draft Operating and Capital Budgets 2025 – received and tabled for consideration
• Attachments: PSB 2025 Budget EN - v0.3.pdf
• Attachments: PSB 2025 Budget_FR.pdf
• Attachments: Budget book online-2025.pdf

The Ottawa Police Service Board held a special meeting to receive and table the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budgets. The budgets were tabled without discussion or vote, and will be considered at the board's regular meeting on November 25, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received and tabled 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budgets

City Council

City Council is receiving and tabling draft 2025 budgets for the city, police service, public library, board of health, and committee of adjustment. These budgets will be referred to standing committees and the Transit Commission before further consideration on December 11, 2024.

• Draft 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets for City Council, Ottawa Police Service, Ottawa Public Library, Ottawa Board of Health, and Committee of Adjustment
• Proposed amendments to Site Plan Control By-law 2014-256
• Proposed amendments to Official Plan, Planning Fees By-law, Delegated Authority By-law, and Public Notification and Consultation Policy for minor re-zoning
• Proposed scope change for McBean Street Resurfacing project to limit work to widening sidewalks and resurfacing the roadway
• Petition with 170 signatures opposing proposed development at 185 Hawthorne Ave

Council received and tabled the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets for the city, police, library, board of health, and committee of adjustment, with consideration scheduled for December 11. Council approved enhancements to the Vacant Unit Tax program, including new exemptions and a request to expand the tax to multi-residential properties. Several zoning and official plan amendments were approved, including for housing developments on city-owned lands and the Lincoln Fields Secondary Plan.

• Tabled 2025 draft operating and capital budgets for city, police, library, board of health, and committee of adjustment
• Approved Vacant Unit Tax program enhancements (15-9)
• Approved zoning amendments for city-owned lands for housing at 2 Pretty St, 40 Beechcliffe St, 261A Hinchey Ave, 185 Hawthorne Ave, 2548 Cléroux Cres, 2060 Lanthier Dr
• Approved Lincoln Fields Secondary Plan as amended (20-3)
• Approved zoning amendment for 10 Garrison St to permit 3-storey apartment
• Approved zoning and OP amendments for 335/339 Roosevelt Ave, 344 Winston Ave, 379/389 Wilmont Ave for 13-14 storey apartments
• Approved $1.8M for food and beverage space fit-up at Ādisōke
• Approved 2025-2029 Municipal Accessibility Plan and 2024-2026 OC Transpo Accessibility Plan

Built Heritage Committee

The Built Heritage Committee will consider a recommendation to approve an alteration to the former St. Brigid’s Church at 310 St. Patrick Street, including a heritage permit and delegated authority for minor design changes. It will also receive a report on a Heritage Community Improvement Plan for 70 Richmond Road and consider several Notices of Intention to designate heritage properties on Wellington Street West, Robert Kemp Street, and Metcalfe Street. All items are for Council’s consideration at the November 12 meeting.

• Application to alter former St. Brigid’s Church, 310 St. Patrick Street – recommend Council approve alteration, issue two‑year heritage permit, and delegate minor design changes.
• Heritage Community Improvement Plan for 70 Richmond Road – recommend Council receive the report.
• Designation of 1121 Wellington Street West (Tollkeeper’s House) – recommend Council issue a Notice of Intention to designate under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
• Designation of 8 Robert Kemp Street – recommend Council issue a Notice of Intention to designate under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
• Designation of 152 Metcalfe Street – recommend Council issue a Notice of Intention to designate under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.

The Built Heritage Committee approved the alteration application for the former St. Brigid's Church at 310 St. Patrick Street, recommending Council approval. It also directed staff to increase public notification for heritage permit applications, including a larger circulation radius and a $200 fee increase. Several heritage designations were recommended for Council, while the designation of 1121 Wellington Street West was deferred to 2025.

• Approved alteration of former St. Brigid's Church at 310 St. Patrick Street (carried as amended)
• Directed staff to increase heritage permit notification radius from 30m to 60m and add $200 fee (carried)
• Recommended designation of 8 Robert Kemp Street (carried)
• Recommended designation of 152 Metcalfe Street (carried)
• Recommended designation of 66 Queen Street (carried)
• Recommended designation of 249 Bronson Avenue (carried)
• Deferred designation of 1121 Wellington Street West to first 2025 meeting (carried)
• Received Heritage Community Improvement Plan application for 70 Richmond Road (received)

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will recommend that Council approve amendments to the Site Plan Control By‑law, the Official Plan, the Planning Fees By‑law, the Delegated Authority By‑law and the Public Notification and Consultation Policy, all slated to take effect on January 1 2025. The committee will also consider approval of the Rural Community‑Building Grant Program applications for Osgoode. A motion will be presented to limit the McBean Street resurfacing project to sidewalk widening and roadway resurfacing and to remove the associated cycling project from the transportation plan. The agenda includes routine items such as declarations of interest, confirmation of minutes, and information updates.

• Amendments to Site Plan Control By‑law 2014‑256 – recommendation to approve
• Delegated Authority for Minor Re‑zoning – amendments to Official Plan, Planning Fees By‑law, Delegated Authority By‑law and Public Notification and Consultation Policy, effective Jan 1 2025
• Rural Community‑Building Grant Program (Osgoode) – approval of grant recommendations
• Motion to amend scope of McBean Street Resurfacing Project – limit work to sidewalks and roadway, remove cycling project from plan and funding
• Rideau Valley Conservation Authority – Reserve Appointment (information item)

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee recommended Council approve amendments to the Site Plan Control By-law and delegated authority for minor re-zoning. The Committee also approved rural community-building grants and amended the McBean Street resurfacing project to remove cycling infrastructure funding. A motion was passed directing staff to report on the implementation of 2024 Rural Summit recommendations in late 2025.

• Recommended Council approve Site Plan Control By-law amendments
• Recommended Council approve minor re-zoning delegated authority changes
• Approved Rural Community-Building Grants Program applications
• Recommended limiting McBean Street project to sidewalk widening and resurfacing
• Recommended removing McBean Street cycling project and its development charge funding
• Carried motion to amend Departmental Implications section for McBean Street report
• Directed staff to report on 2024 Rural Summit implementation in Q4 2025

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee will consider several reports and recommendations. It will decide whether to use existing budget authority of $1,200,000 and add $600,000 for the fit‑up of food and beverage spaces in the Adisoke project, and to segregate the total $1,800,000 to a separate capital account. The committee will also review and recommend approval of a $500,000 Heritage Community Improvement Plan grant for 70 Richmond Road and adopt new municipal accessibility plans.

• Approve existing budget authority of $1,200,000 for the Adisoke food‑beverage fit‑up
• Approve additional budget authority of $600,000 for the Adisoke food‑beverage fit‑up
• Segregate the $1,800,000 Adisoke budget authority to a separate capital account
• Approve a Heritage Community Improvement Plan grant of up to $500,000 for 70 Richmond Road
• Approve the 2025‑2029 City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan and the 2024‑2026 OC Transpo Accessibility Plan

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee approved recommendations for the Adisoke project, including $1.8 million in budget authority for food and beverage space fit-up, to be recovered through future revenues. It also carried the 2025-2029 Municipal Accessibility Plan and OC Transpo Accessibility Plan as amended, and approved a heritage grant for 70 Richmond Road. A motion to waive market rent for park land at 3 Selkirk Street was carried.

• Approved $1.8M budget authority for Adisoke food and beverage fit-up (carried)
• Approved 2025-2029 Municipal Accessibility Plan as amended (carried)
• Approved 2024-2026 OC Transpo Accessibility Plan (carried)
• Approved Heritage CIP grant up to $500,000 for 70 Richmond Road (carried)
• Approved designating six leased locations as Municipal Capital Facilities (carried)
• Carried motion to waive market rent for 3 Selkirk Street park land for 2 years
• Received 2024 Mid-Year Procurement Year in Review (received)
• Received 2023 BIA and Sparks Street Mall Authority annual reports (carried)

Joint Finance and Corporate Services and Planning and Housing Committee

The Joint Finance and Corporate Services and Planning and Housing Committee will consider allocating $15 million in capital funds to support affordable housing projects and update the Housing Services Long Range Financial Plan for 2025-2030.

• Authorize $13,956,051 for affordable housing capital contributions
• Allocate up to $1,365,416 to Shepherds of Good Hope at 216 Murray Street
• Allocate up to $1,650,000 to Centretown Citizens of Ottawa at 171 Armstrong Ave
• Authorize $606,075 loan extension for African Caribbean Association of Ottawa at 881-883 Pinecrest Road
• Approve $1 million annual tax increase for affordable housing budget

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing various minor variance and consent applications for property modifications and subdivisions. The body is deciding on requests for residential apartment construction, lot subdivisions, and garage expansions.

• 112 Marier: Application for a three-storey apartment building with eight residential units
• 242 Park: Proposal to subdivide property for a new 8-unit low-rise apartment building
• 259 Bradley: Application for two semi-detached dwellings totaling 12 units (Refused)
• 455 Dawson: Application for a two-storey semi-detached dwelling with 6 units (Granted)
• 448 Bronson: Permission for an addition and storage area at an automotive repair garage (Granted)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Ottawa Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 met on November 5, 2024 to hear a series of minor variance and consent applications. All applications listed on the agenda were granted, including a minor variance for Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. at 415 West Hunt Club and a minor variance for a detached garage at 858 Wingate. Additional consent applications for property subdivisions and a long‑term lease for a retirement home were also approved.

• Minor variance granted for Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. at 415 West Hunt Club to reduce glazing and modify entrances for an addition.
• Minor variance granted for John Rumble at 858 Wingate to reduce setbacks and increase driveway width for a detached garage.
• Consent application granted for Brazmar Limited at 3809 Borrisokane to subdivide the property into two lots with reciprocal easements.
• Consent application granted for The Incumbent Rector and Wardens of the Church of St. Thomas the Apostle at 2262 Braeside to establish a long‑term lease for a three‑storey retirement home.
• Consent application granted for Parkway House Developments Inc. at 2475 Regina to subdivide the property into two parcels for future phased development.

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend council approval of several zoning by‑law amendments and official‑plan updates to allow new residential apartments and a commercial development at multiple sites across the city. Items include a change at 10 Garrison Street to permit a three‑storey plus basement building, high‑rise approvals on Roosevelt, Winston and Wilmont Avenues, an eight‑storey building at 424 Churchill Avenue North, and a commercial project at 1280 Trim Road. The committee will also advance a secondary plan for Lincoln Fields and amendments to city‑wide by‑law and policy documents.

• Zoning By‑law amendment – 10 Garrison Street: change from R1MM to R4UC for a three‑storey plus basement apartment building
• Official Plan and Zoning amendments – 335/339 Roosevelt Ave, 344 Winston Ave, 379/389 Wilmont Ave for 13‑ and 14‑storey high‑rise apartments and a new public park
• Zoning By‑law amendment – 424 Churchill Avenue North: permit an eight‑storey residential building
• Zoning By‑law amendment – 1280 Trim Road: permit a commercial development
• Zoning By‑law amendments on city‑owned lands (2 Pretty St, 40 Beechcliffe St, 261A Hinchey Ave, 185 Hawthorne Ave) to enable residential development

The Planning and Housing Committee approved several zoning and official plan amendments to facilitate residential and commercial development across Ottawa. These include high-rise projects in Westboro, a low-rise apartment in Kitchissippi, and the conversion of six city-owned sites for housing. The committee also advanced city-wide updates to site plan control and delegated authority processes.

• Approved zoning amendment for 10 Garrison Street
• Approved official plan and zoning amendments for 335-389 Roosevelt/Wilmont
• Approved official plan and zoning amendments for 424 Churchill Avenue N.
• Approved zoning amendment for 1280 Trim Road
• Approved amendments to Site Plan Control By-law 2014-256
• Approved city-wide delegated authority and planning fee amendments
• Approved Lincoln Fields Secondary Plan with three amendments
• Approved zoning amendments for six city-owned housing sites with conditions

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

Panel 3 of the Ottawa Committee of Adjustment will hear and decide on several consent and minor variance applications. The applications involve subdividing properties or granting easements for future residential development in wards 5, 19, and 21. Items include 4715 Birchgrove, 5190 MacHardy, 930 Smith, 6115 Prince of Wales, and 2293 Edward Kidd.

• 4715 Birchgrove – consent application to subdivide into two parcels for future residential development (granted)
• 5190 MacHardy – consent application to subdivide into two parcels for future residential development
• 930 Smith – consent applications to establish easements for emergency vehicle access (granted)
• 6115 Prince of Wales – consent and minor variance applications to subdivide for a surplus farm dwelling and reduced lot width (granted)
• 2293 Edward Kidd – minor variance application to construct an addition with reduced front yard setback (granted)

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to discuss the 2025 draft operating and capital budget estimates and a four-year capital forecast. The board will also review proposed changes to the hours of operation for rural library branches.

• 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget Estimates and Four-Year Capital Forecast
• Hours of Operation Review - Changes to Rural Branch Hours
• Community Development Update presentation

The Ottawa Public Library Board received and tabled the 2025 draft operating and capital budget, directing staff to forward it to City Council on November 13, 2024. The board also approved changes to rural branch hours for 2025 and disbanded the Hours of Operation Ad hoc Committee. The budget will be deliberated further at the December 3, 2024 meeting.

• Tabled 2025 draft operating and capital budget, forwarded to City Council (Received and Tabled)
• Approved changes to rural branch hours for 2025 (Received and Carried)
• Disbanded Hours of Operation Ad hoc Committee (Received and Carried)
• Received Chair's verbal update on Ādisōke and other items (Received)
• Received Chief Librarian/CEO's report (Received)
• Received community development presentation (Received)

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health will receive verbal reports from the Chair and the Medical Officer of Health and adopt several informational reports, including the 2024 Nutritious Food Basket, Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Assessments, and Risk Management at Ottawa Public Health. It will table the 2025 Draft Operating Budget for the Board of Health, directing staff to forward it to City Council on November 13. The meeting also includes adoption of Confirmation By‑law No. 2024‑4 and approval of participation at the alPHa Fall Symposium.

• Adopt 2024 Nutritious Food Basket and Food Insecurity report
• Adopt Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Assessments report
• Adopt Risk Management at Ottawa Public Health report
• Table 2025 Draft Operating Budget for the Ottawa Board of Health and forward to City Council
• Pass Confirmation By‑law No. 2024‑4

The Ottawa Board of Health received and tabled its 2025 Draft Operating Budget, directing staff to forward it to City Council on November 13, 2024. The board also adopted reports on food insecurity, climate change health vulnerability assessments, risk management, and approved participation in the alPHa Fall Symposium. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Tabled 2025 Draft Operating Budget for Ottawa Board of Health (carried)
• Adopted 2024 Nutritious Food Basket and Food Insecurity report (carried)
• Adopted Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Assessments report (carried)
• Received Risk Management at Ottawa Public Health report (carried)
• Approved Chair Kitts and Vice-Chair DeGiovanni attendance at alPHa Fall Symposium (received)
• Received Delegation of Authority contracts report for Jan-Jun 2024 (received)
• Confirmed minutes of September 16, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Passed Confirmation By-law no. 2024-4 (carried)

City Council

Council will consider a series of approvals, including a zoning by‑law amendment for 1495 Heron Road, an Official Plan amendment, and an update to the Solid Waste Services by‑law. The meeting also includes approval of a development charge by‑law amendment and a new fee structure for municipal consent and utility circulation applications.

• Zoning By-law Amendment – 1495 Heron Road (permit residential and non‑residential uses)
• Official Plan Amendment 34 and Omnibus 2 amendment
• Solid Waste Services By‑law update, effective Dec 2 2024
• Development Charge By‑law 2024‑218 amendment and background study
• New fee structure for Municipal Consent and Utility Circulation applications, including a permanent $125,000 staff position

Council approved the updated Solid Waste Services By-law, effective December 2, 2024, with amendments. A motion to defer the seasonal farm waste exemption and make it year-round was carried. A separate motion to temporarily allow oversized bins (up to 420 litres) for six months was carried 13-11. The by-law was formally passed as By-law 2024-453.

• Approved updated Solid Waste Services By-law, effective Dec 2, 2024, with year-round farm waste exemption (carried as amended)
• Approved 6-month temporary exemption for oversized garbage bins up to 420 litres (13-11)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment 34 (Omnibus 2) with staff-recommended changes (carried as amended)
• Rejected limit of four emergency shelters in Ward 12 (2-23)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1495 Heron Road for mixed-use development (carried)
• Approved 2024 Development Charge By-law amendment (carried)
• Approved new fee structure for Municipal Consent and Utility Circulation applications (carried)
• Directed staff to study a Vulnerable Social Infrastructure By-law (22-3)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board will consider a motion to adjourn the public portion of the meeting and proceed in camera. If approved, the board will discuss topics such as demonstrations and event management, lease renewal, labour‑relations and legal services reports for the third quarter of 2024, and contract negotiations. No other agenda items involve decisions or public hearings.

• Update on Demonstrations and Event Management
• Lease Renewal
• Labour Relations Unit Report – Third Quarter 2024
• Legal Services Report – Third Quarter 2024
• Contract Negotiation

The Ottawa Police Service Board met on October 28, 2024, and voted to move the meeting into a closed in-camera session. The board discussed several items, including demonstrations, lease renewals, and labour relations, before adjourning the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved motion to move in-camera (Carried)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board directed staff to prepare the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets with a tax increase of no less than 2.9% and an estimated 1.5% increase from assessment‑base growth. The board also approved updates to the Policy on the Appointment of Police Officers and the Policy on Assistance in the Provision of Policing. Additional approvals included attendance at the OAPSB Labour Conference, new committee appointments, and the appointment of listed police officers.

• Approve attendance of D. Donaldson and H. Sayah at the Ontario Association of Police Service Boards Labour Conference (Nov 26‑27, 2024)
• Appoint C. Curry and D. Donaldson to the Policy and Governance Committee; M. Carr to the Human Resources Committee
• Approve the Policy on the Appointment of Police Officers
• Approve the amended Policy on Assistance in the Provision of Policing (subject to an annual reporting cycle)
• Direct staff to prepare 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budgets with a tax increase ≥2.9% and an estimated 1.5% growth‑related increase

The board directed staff to prepare the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets based on a tax increase of no less than 2.9% plus an estimated 1.5% from assessment growth. It also approved several policies and appointments, including a policy on police officer appointments and attendance at a labour relations conference. One agenda item, a review of policy BC-4 on police association membership, was withdrawn.

• Directed 2025 budget prep with tax increase ≥2.9% plus 1.5% assessment growth (carried)
• Approved policy on appointment of police officers (carried)
• Approved amended policy on assistance in provision of policing, subject to annual reporting (carried as amended)
• Approved attendance of D. Donaldson and H. Sayah at OAPSB Labour Conference (carried)
• Appointed C. Curry and D. Donaldson to Policy and Governance Committee; M. Carr to Human Resources Committee (carried)
• Appointed police officers listed in report, effective date of swearing in (carried as amended)
• Withdrew review of policy BC-4 on police association membership
• Received 2025 budget consultation summary report (received)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is considering updates to fee structures for road cuts and municipal consent applications. The body is also reviewing amendments to the Traffic and Parking By-law to improve accessible parking. Additionally, the committee will discuss the permanent conversion of a Right of Way Approvals Officer position.

• Proposed new fee structure for Municipal Consent Applications and Utility Circulations
• Proposed revised fees for Road Cut Permit and Temporary Road Closure Permits
• Conversion of a temporary Right of Way Approvals Officer position to permanent at an approximate annual cost of $125,000
• Proposed amendments to the Traffic and Parking By-law to enhance accessible parking
• Environmental Assessment Study update for Tremblay Station Multi-Use Pathway Crossing of VIA Rail Station

The Transportation Committee recommended that City Council approve a new fee structure for municipal consents, utility circulations, and road cut permits, alongside converting a temporary position to a permanent Right of Way Approvals Officer. The committee also endorsed minor amendments to the Traffic and Parking By-law to enhance accessible parking opportunities and approved a motion requesting an immediate review of east-end traffic closures related to Stage 2 light rail construction.

• Recommended Council approve new fee structures for Municipal Consent, Utility Circulations, and Road Cut Permits
• Recommended Council approve a new Municipal Consent Application and Utility Circulation By-law
• Approved conversion of a temporary Right of Way Approvals Officer position to permanent ($125,000 annual cost)
• Recommended Council approve amendments to Delegation of Authority By-law No. 2024-265 regarding Municipal Access Agreements
• Approved Motion TRC-2024-15-01 directing a review of past two years of Stage 2 Line 1 East construction closures and public claims
• Recommended Council approve minor amendments to the Traffic and Parking By-law for accessible parking
• Approved Motion TRC-2024-15-02 replacing a chart in Document 2 (Part C) to correct an accessibility standard error

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee is reviewing proposed zoning by-law amendments for three specific properties and an amendment to the 2024 Development Charge By-law. The body will also receive a report on an Indigenous Housing and Homelessness Plan.

• Zoning amendment for part of 3636 Innes Road to permit a low-rise mixed-use building
• Zoning amendment for 2128 Trim Road to permit single-detached dwellings on reduced lot widths
• Zoning amendment for 1495 Heron Road to permit residential and non-residential uses in low and mid-rise buildings
• Approval of the 2024 Development Charge Amendment Background Study and amendment to By-law 2024-218
• Information report from the Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition on their Indigenous Housing and Homelessness Plan

The Planning and Housing Committee approved zoning by-law amendments for properties at 3636 Innes Road, 2128 Trim Road, and 1495 Heron Road, while an application for 1280 Trim Road was withdrawn. The committee also endorsed amendments to the 2024 Development Charge Background Study and City-wide Development Charge By-law 2024-218, and received a presentation on indigenous housing and homelessness plans.

• Approved zoning amendment for part of 3636 Innes Road to permit a low-rise mixed-use building
• Withdrawn zoning amendment application for 1280 Trim Road
• Approved minor zoning amendment for 2128 Trim Road to permit single-detached dwellings on reduced lot width
• Approved zoning amendment as amended for 1495 Heron Road for low and mid-rise residential and non-residential uses
• Approved 2024 Development Charge Amendment Background Study and by-law amendments as amended
• Received report on Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition's Indigenous Housing and Homelessness Plan

Community Services Committee

The Community Services Committee will consider motions to add two reports to the agenda and recommend that Council approve them. One report outlines Ottawa’s Poverty Reduction Strategy for 2025‑2029, and the other recommends continuing the Canada‑Ontario Community Housing Benefits program for 2024‑2025. The committee will also discuss a postponed public‑art program and respond to two public inquiries.

• Approve addition of Ottawa’s Poverty Reduction Strategy 2025‑2029 report and recommend Council approval
• Approve addition of Canada‑Ontario Community Housing Benefits 2024‑2025 report and recommend continued administration
• Discuss postponement and deferral of the City of Ottawa Public Art Program
• Inquiry response on requirements for moveable soccer goals
• Inquiry response on exclusion of Centretown as priority neighbourhood criteria

The Community Services Committee recommended that Council approve Ottawa's Poverty Reduction Strategy 2025-2029, after hearing from numerous community stakeholders. It also recommended that Council approve the continued administration of the Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit Program for 2024-2025. Both items were added to the agenda after the agenda's publication, and both motions to add them were carried.

• Recommended Council approve Poverty Reduction Strategy 2025-2029 (carried)
• Recommended Council approve continued administration of Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit Program (carried)
• Approved adding Poverty Reduction Strategy report to agenda (carried)
• Approved adding Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit report to agenda (carried)

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will receive the 2025 Budget Consultation Summary Report and the 2025 Budget Directions and Timetable for information. The committee will discuss a recommendation to the Police Service Board to prepare the 2025 draft operating and capital budgets with a tax increase of no less than 2.9% and an estimated 1.5% increase from growth in the assessment base. It will also consider approving the budget review and approval timetable.

• Confirmation of agenda – procedural approval
• Confirmation of minutes – procedural approval of September 5, 2024 minutes
• 2025 Budget Consultation Summary Report – received for information
• 2025 Budget Directions and Timetable – received for information and discussion, includes recommendation for ≥2.9% tax increase and 1.5% growth‑base increase
• Recommendation to prepare 2025 draft operating and capital budgets and approve budget timetable

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee will consider amending the City's Licensing By-law to regulate vapour product retailers and approve a new Emergency Management Program By-law. The committee will also receive the Public Safety Service and 9-1-1 annual reports.

• Amend Licensing By-law to regulate vapour product retailers
• Approve new Emergency Management Program By-law
• Receive Public Safety Service 2023 Annual Report
• Receive 9-1-1 Annual Report 2023

The committee recommended Council approve new licensing regulations for vapour product retailers, including a request to the province to strengthen enforcement under the Smoke-Free Ontario Act. It also recommended Council receive the Public Safety Service 2023 Annual Report and approve a new Emergency Management Program By-law, repealing the old one. The 9-1-1 Annual Report 2023 was received for information. All items were carried as presented.

• Approved recommendation to amend Licensing By-law for vapour product retailers (carried)
• Approved recommendation to write to Premier and Minister of Health re: Smoke-Free Ontario Act amendment (carried)
• Approved recommendation to receive Public Safety Service 2023 Annual Report (carried)
• Approved new Emergency Management Program By-law, repealing By-law 2018-098 (carried)
• Approved recommendation to receive 9-1-1 Annual Report 2023 (carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 met on October 16, 2024 to hear a series of consent, minor‑variance and cancellation applications. Consent applications for 484 Roosevelt and 99 Fifth, 819 Bank were granted. Additional applications reviewed included a consent and minor‑variance request for 259 Bradley, a consent for 52 & 54 Grosvenor (granted), a minor‑variance request for 455 Dawson, and a cancellation certificate for 451 Roosevelt (granted).

• 484 Roosevelt – Consent to subdivide into two parcels for two semi‑detached dwellings (granted)
• 99 Fifth, 819 Bank – Consent to subdivide property for separate residential and commercial ownership (granted)
• 259 Bradley – Consent and minor‑variance for reduced lot areas and driveway slopes for two semi‑detached dwellings (12 units)
• 52 & 54 Grosvenor – Consent to subdivide semi‑detached dwelling into two parcels (granted)
• 455 Dawson – Minor‑variance to permit reduced lot areas for a two‑storey semi‑detached dwelling (6 units)

City Council

Ottawa City Council will vote on an amendment to the Front‑Ending Agreement that raises the roundabout budget at Perth Street and Meynell Road/Oldenburg Avenue to $5,829,743.06. The meeting also includes decisions on an Official Plan amendment removing 1600 Stagecoach Road, updates to the Site Alteration By‑law, and the installation of protected left‑turn signals at River Road and Mitch Owens Road. Additional items cover a framework for urban and village boundary expansion applications and several heritage‑related by‑law actions.

• Approve Official Plan Amendment 35 to remove 1600 Stagecoach Road (Village of Greely) per Bill 150
• Amend the Site Alteration By‑law 2018‑164 as proposed in the updated by‑law document
• Authorize the Front‑Ending Agreement amendment for the Perth St & Meynell Rd/Oldenburg Ave roundabout, increasing the limit to $5,829,743.06 (plus H.S.T.)
• Approve protected/permitted left‑turn signal installation at the intersection of River Rd and Mitch Owens Rd
• Adopt Heritage Conservation District Plans for the ByWard Market and Lowertown West areas

City Council approved the amended Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) and its implementing by-law, repealing the previous by-law. The approval includes amendments clarifying that affordable units cannot be rented to the owner, shareholders, or directors, and that the $8,000 grant applies to units rented at or below 80% of Average Market Rent. Council also approved several other items, including an Official Plan Amendment, a Site Alteration By-law update, and a new framework for urban and village boundary expansion applications.

• Approved amended Affordable Housing CIP and implementing by-law (carried)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment 35 removing 1600 Stagecoach Road from Village of Greely (carried)
• Approved Site Alteration By-law 2018-164 amendments (17-7)
• Approved framework for Urban and Village Expansion Applications (carried)
• Refused application to repeal heritage designation at 501 Cole Avenue (carried)
• Approved new construction at 160 Clemow Avenue with conditions (carried)
• Approved $5,829,743.06 front-ending agreement amendment for Perth St and Meynell Rd roundabout (carried)
• Approved installation of protected/permitted left-turn signals at River Rd and Mitch Owens Rd (21-4)

Environment and Climate Change Committee

The Environment and Climate Change Committee will consider a recommendation to approve the updated Solid Waste Services By‑law, which would take effect on December 2, 2024. It will also receive an informational report on the 2023 Drinking Water Quality Management System review. Additional agenda items include responses to several departmental inquiries and routine procedural matters such as confirming minutes and declarations of interest.

• Solid Waste Services By‑law update – recommendation to approve, effective Dec 2 2024
• 2023 Drinking Water Quality Management System Management Review Report – for information
• Responses to inquiries on synthetic fertilizer, tree trenching, green procurement, and water‑main infrastructure status
• Reports on use of delegated authority in 2023 by Revenue Services and Public Works
• Routine items: confirmations of minutes, declarations of interest, public notices, and in‑camera items

The Environment and Climate Change Committee approved the updated Solid Waste Services By-law, effective December 2, 2024, and directed staff to use discretion for bins slightly over the 140-litre limit if they meet other requirements. A motion was also introduced to develop a rural solid waste strategy and exempt unavoidable farm waste from the 3-item limit. The committee received the Drinking Water Quality Management System 2023 Management Review report for information.

• Approved updated Solid Waste Services By-law, effective Dec 2, 2024
• Directed staff to use discretion for bins slightly over 140L limit if within weight and handle/lid rules
• Received Drinking Water Quality Management System 2023 Management Review report for information
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions
• Confirmed minutes of June 18, 2024 meeting

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hear applications to subdivide land and modify building setbacks for properties in Orléans, River, Rideau-Vanier, Bay, and College wards. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Ben Franklin Place.

• Consent application to subdivide 2180 Mer-Bleue into two parcels
• Minor variance to allow two two-storey dwellings at 1598, 1592 Prince of Wales
• Minor variance for townhouse dwellings at 290 Montfort
• Consent and minor variance applications for 2725 Rowatt
• Adjourned minor variance for parking at 37 Tower

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre and a presentation on proposed amendments to the Traffic and Parking By‑law (by‑law 2017‑301) for accessible parking. For each item the committee is asked to provide feedback as appropriate. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as confirming minutes from June 18 2024, declarations of interest, and public notices in English and French.

• Presentation on Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre (Planning, Development and Building Services Department)
• Presentation on Traffic and Parking By‑law Amendments (by‑law 2017‑301) for accessible parking (Public Works Department)
• Confirmation of AAC minutes from June 18 2024 (AAC 14)
• Declarations of interest
• Public notices (English and French) for the meeting

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received two presentations: one on the Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre and one on proposed accessible parking by-law amendments. Both were received as information, with no formal decisions made. The committee also confirmed the minutes from its June 18, 2024 meeting.

• Confirmed AAC Minutes 14 – June 18, 2024 (carried)
• Received Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre presentation and provided feedback
• Received Traffic and Parking By-law Amendments: Accessible Parking presentation and provided feedback

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment is hearing applications for minor variances and land consents. The body is deciding on property setbacks and the subdivision of industrial land.

• 5633 South Island Park: Minor variance for reduced setback to convert a patio to a family room
• 952 Bayview: Minor variance for reduced setback to build a one-storey detached dwelling
• 5940 Brophy: Consent application to convey part of the property to 3325 Eagleson Road
• 140 Iber: Consent application to subdivide property into two parcels for industrial buildings

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission will hold discussion items on two postponed inquiries: seniors ride free para‑transit and LRT operating speeds. It will receive an OC Transpo update covering rail, bus and para‑transit services. A Zero Emission Bus Program update report will be presented for information only.

• Discussion of Seniors Ride Free – Para Transpo inquiry (TC-2024-03)
• Discussion of LRT Operating Speeds inquiry (TC-2024-04)
• OC Transpo update – rail, bus, and para‑transit
• Zero Emission Bus Program update report (File No. ACS2023‑TSD‑ES‑0003)
• Safety Management memo for vehicle/track interface on Line 1 (File No. ACS2024‑TSD‑GEN‑0002)

The Transit Commission received the Zero Emission Bus Program update for information and directed staff to report back in Q1 2025 on the feasibility of purchasing additional diesel high-capacity buses, and to provide monthly updates on acquiring used 60-foot buses. The commission also discussed the Seniors Ride Free – Para Transpo response and LRT operating speeds, and received an OC Transpo update on rail, bus, and Para Transpo services. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Received Zero Emission Bus Program update for information
• Directed staff to report in Q1 2025 on feasibility of purchasing additional diesel high-capacity buses
• Directed staff to provide monthly updates on acquiring used 60-foot buses
• Confirmed minutes of September 12, 2024 meeting

Joint Planning and Housing and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Joint Planning and Housing and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is reviewing a framework for Urban and Village Expansion Official Plan Applications. The proposal includes updates to the Official Plan, application requirements, and associated fees.

• Proposed framework for Urban and Village Expansion Applications
• Proposed amendments to the Development Application Study Policy By-law 2023–297
• Proposed new application type and fee in the Planning Fees By-law
• Proposed new service and fee for Servicing Capacity Assessment Requests in the Water By-law (2019-74)

The joint committee recommended Council approve a framework for urban and village boundary expansion applications, including amendments to three by-laws, and directed staff to review rural villages for growth opportunities. It also directed staff to seek provincial clarification on population projections for boundary applications after Oct. 20, 2024. The recommendations will go to Council on Oct. 16, 2024.

• Approved framework for urban and village expansion applications, with amended documents (carried as amended)
• Directed staff to review rural villages for growth in 2025 land needs review (carried)
• Directed staff to seek written clarification from MMAH on population projections for boundary applications (carried)

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend that Council adopt Official Plan Amendment 34 city‑wide and Official Plan Amendment 35, which removes 1600 Stagecoach Road from the Village of Greely. It will also recommend approval of three zoning by‑law amendments for 6208 Renaud Road, part of 375 March Valley Road and 3432 Greenbank Road. Additionally, the committee will recommend that Council confirm the General Operating By‑Law for Build Ottawa and receive the audited 2023 financial statements of Build Ottawa.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 6208 Renaud Road to permit a low‑rise apartment building
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – Part of 375 March Valley Road (PIN 045170492) to permit a temporary three‑year golf course
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 3432 Greenbank Road to permit a low‑rise residential subdivision
• Omnibus 2 – Official Plan Amendment 34 (city‑wide) and Amendment 35 to remove 1600 Stagecoach Road from the Village of Greely
• Build Ottawa – confirm the General Operating By‑law and receive the 2023 audited financial statements

The Planning and Housing Committee recommended Council approve three zoning by-law amendments: a low-rise apartment building at 6208 Renaud Road, a temporary three-year golf course at 375 March Valley Road, and a low-rise residential subdivision at 3432 Greenbank Road. The Committee also carried the Omnibus 2 Official Plan Amendment with amendments, including deferring a shelter cap policy to Council and moving the main amendment to the October 30 Council meeting. Additionally, the Committee recommended Council confirm Build Ottawa's amended by-laws and receive its 2023 annual report.

• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise apartment at 6208 Renaud Road
• Approved zoning amendment for temporary golf course at 375 March Valley Road (3 years)
• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise subdivision at 3432 Greenbank Road
• Carried Omnibus 2 Official Plan Amendment as amended (deferring shelter cap to Oct 30 Council)
• Referred Amendment 56 (shelter cap in Ward 12) to Council for Oct 30 meeting
• Moved Official Plan Amendment 34 to Council meeting of Oct 30, 2024
• Replaced Amendment 35 wording on secondary plan height/density policies
• Recommended Council confirm Build Ottawa General Operating By-Law and receive 2023 annual report

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to receive an update on the Accessibility Plan and provide feedback. The meeting will be held electronically on October 8, 2024.

• Accessibility Plan Update
• Electronic participation via Zoom
• Deadline to register to speak at 4 pm

The Ottawa Accessibility Advisory Committee met on October 8, 2024, to hear presentations from city staff and public delegates regarding transit safety, the Older Adult Plan, and accessibility issues. The committee received the Accessibility Plan Update presentation and adjourned.

• Received Accessibility Plan Update presentation (Received)

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board will consider and vote on several reports. It will vote to approve the 2025 regular board meeting schedule. It will approve visitor‑experience principles and the service model for the upcoming Central branch at Ādisōke. The board will also receive informational reports on semi‑annual performance and proposed 2025 budget timelines.

• Approve 2025 regular board meeting schedule
• Approve visitor experience principles for Central branch at Ādisōke
• Approve service model for Central branch at Ādisōke
• Receive semi‑annual performance measurement report (Jan‑June 2024) for information
• Receive memo on proposed 2025 budget timelines and directions for information

The Ottawa Public Library Board approved the 2025 meeting schedule and directed staff to include a $2 million withdrawal from the Library Reserve in the 2025 Operating Budget to fund furniture and equipment for the new Central Branch at Ādisōke. The Board also approved the service model and visitor experience principles for the new branch. A delegation raised concerns about service gaps and branch distances compared to other cities, but the performance report was only received for information.

• Approved 2025 regular meeting schedule
• Directed staff to transfer $2M from Library Reserve for Ādisōke FF&E
• Approved visitor experience principles for Central Branch
• Approved service model for Central Branch
• Received Chair's verbal update for information
• Received Chief Librarian's report for information
• Received Semi-Annual Performance Measurement report for information

Built Heritage Committee

The Built Heritage Committee will consider several heritage matters, including designations, a by‑law repeal request, and a new construction application. It will recommend that Council adopt the Heritage Conservation District Plans for the ByWard Market and Lowertown West areas. The committee will also advise on a notice of intention to designate the Église évangélique baptiste d’Ottawa at 284 King Edward Avenue and the Sycamore House at 178 Cambridge Street North. Additionally, it will recommend refusing the repeal of the by‑law designating 501 Cole Avenue.

• Recommend Council issue a Notice of Intention to Designate Église évangélique baptiste d’Ottawa, 284 King Edward Avenue (Part IV Ontario Heritage Act)
• Recommend Council refuse the application to repeal the by‑law designating 501 Cole Avenue (Part IV Ontario Heritage Act)
• Recommend Council approve new construction at 160 Clemow Avenue with specified conditions (Part V Ontario Heritage Act)
• Recommend Council issue a Notice of Intention to Designate Sycamore House, 178 Cambridge Street North (Part IV Ontario Heritage Act)
• Recommend Council adopt Heritage Conservation District Plans for ByWard Market and Lowertown West

The Built Heritage Committee recommended that Council adopt new Heritage Conservation District Plans for ByWard Market and Lowertown West. The committee also recommended designating several properties and approved new construction at 160 Clemow Avenue.

• Recommended Council adopt Heritage Conservation District Plans for ByWard Market and Lowertown West
• Recommended Council refuse the application to repeal the designation of 501 Cole Avenue
• Recommended Council approve new construction at 160 Clemow Avenue with conditions
• Recommended Council issue Notice of Intention to Designate 178 Cambridge Street North (as amended)
• Recommended Council issue Notice of Intention to Designate the Campanile Campus (1485-1495 Heron Road)
• Recommended Council adopt Conservation Design Guidelines for 1495 Heron Road
• Deferred report on designation of 284 King Edward Avenue until end of Q1 2025
• Confirmed minutes from September 10, 2024

Ottawa Police Service Board

The board is meeting to consider a motion to move in camera. The purpose of the closed session is to discuss a confidential operational briefing.

• Confidential operational briefing under Section 44(2)k of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will recommend that council adopt Official Plan Amendment 34 and Official Plan Amendment 35, which removes 1600 Stagecoach Road from the Village of Greely. It will also recommend a zoning by‑law amendment to allow seven residential lots at 930 Smith Road. Additional items include updates to the Site Alteration By‑law, appointments of engineers for municipal drains, and a proposal for protected left‑turn signals at River Rd and Mitch Owens Rd.

• Zoning By‑law amendment to permit seven residential lots at 930 Smith Road (Orléans South‑Navan)
• Official Plan Amendment 34 – city‑wide amendment recommended for adoption
• Official Plan Amendment 35 – removal of 1600 Stagecoach Road from the Village of Greely
• Proposed amendments to Site Alteration By‑law 2018‑164 (citywide)
• Appointment of Andy Robinson, P.Eng., as engineer of record for the Faulkner Municipal Drain study

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee recommended Council approve Official Plan Amendment 34 and Amendment 35, which removes 1600 Stagecoach Road from the Village of Greely, as amended by motions. The committee also recommended approval of a zoning by-law amendment for 930 Smith Road to permit seven residential lots, and approved updates to the Site Alteration By-law, appointments of engineers for municipal drains, and a left-turn signal installation. All recommendations are subject to Council approval on October 16, 2024.

• Recommended Council approve Official Plan Amendment 34 and 35 (removal of 1600 Stagecoach Road from Greely) as amended (carried)
• Recommended Council approve zoning by-law amendment for 930 Smith Road to permit seven residential lots (carried)
• Recommended Council approve amendments to Site Alteration By-law 2018-164 (carried)
• Recommended Council appoint Andy Robinson as engineer for Faulkner Municipal Drain (carried)
• Recommended Council appoint Andy Robinson as engineer for Lilley Municipal Drain (carried)
• Recommended Council approve protected/permitted left-turn signals at River Rd and Mitch Owens Rd (carried)
• Recommended Council amend Front-Ending Agreement for Perth St and Meynell Rd roundabout, increasing limit to $5,829,743.06 (carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment will hear several applications, including a granted minor variance for 497 Roosevelt that permits a reduced interior side yard and rear yard for a detached dwelling with an attached garage. Other applications on the agenda include consent and minor variance requests for 290 Holmwood, 265 Churchill, 325 Bloomfield, 296 Manor, and 130 Kenilworth/372A Holland, with some already decided as granted or refused. The meeting also includes procedural items such as confirmation of minutes and adjournments.

• 497 Roosevelt (Ward 15) – Minor Variance granted to reduce interior side yard and rear yard for a detached dwelling with attached garage (D08-02-24/A-00209).
• 290 Holmwood (Ward 17) – Consent & Minor Variance application to subdivide the property into two parcels for a semi‑detached dwelling with front‑facing garages and reduced rear yards (D08-01-23/B-00287, D08-02-23/A-00269).
• 265 Churchill (Ward 15) – Consent & Minor Variance applications refused for subdividing into two parcels for semi‑detached dwellings with reduced lot dimensions (D08-01-24/B-00157, D08-02-24/A-00223).
• 325 Bloomfield (Ward 15) – Consent & Minor Variance applications refused for subdividing and building two three‑storey semi‑detached dwellings with reduced lot width and increased height (D08-01-24/B-00159, D08-02-24/A-00224).
• 296 Manor (Ward 13) – Minor Variance granted to permit a reduced corner side yard setback for a new carport (D08-02-24/A-00226).

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to consider several Auditor General value-for-money audits and investigations. The body will also discuss updates to community safety plans, snow plow licensing, and idling control bylaws.

• Auditor General reports on Road Renewal Program and OC Transpo Bus Maintenance
• Proposed pilot project for Council members to facilitate voluntary donations for community benefit
• Amendments to Licensing By-law No. 2002-189 regarding snow plow contractors
• Proposed new Idling Control By-law and repeal of By-law 2007-266
• Petition from 28 people regarding gates and off-leash dog designation at Garfield Park

City Council approved a new Idling Control By-law, replacing the 2007 by-law, with amendments that lengthen the allowable idling times from 1 to 3 minutes in a 60-minute period and from 5 to 10 consecutive minutes. The amended by-law passed 15-8. Council also approved a pilot project allowing members to solicit donations for community benefits, and approved a zoning amendment for low-rise residential development at 2050 Provence Avenue.

• Approved new Idling Control By-law with relaxed time limits (15-8)
• Approved pilot project for council member donations for community benefits
• Approved zoning amendment for low-rise residential at 2050 Provence Ave
• Approved snow plow contractor licensing by-law amendments
• Approved Community Safety and Well-Being Plan amendments and fund policy
• Approved Trim Road Community Safety Zone designation
• Approved FloraFest Seven street closure on Flora Street
• Approved extension of OCIP Covid recovery waiver to Dec 31, 2025

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several consent and minor variance applications for properties in Ward 5 and Ward 20. The body is deciding on requests to subdivide land for residential development and adjust building setbacks.

• Subdivision of 647 Sabourin into two parcels for residential development
• Subdivision of 171 Dewolfe into two parcels and land conveyance to 5417 Loggers Way
• Land conveyance from 195 Dewolfe to 5417 Loggers Way
• Subdivision and increased front/corner yard setbacks at 458 Donald B. Munro
• Minor variance for a coach house and driveway at 6051 Herberts Corners

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee will recommend Council approve a land exchange with Barrhaven Conservancy Strandherd Inc. involving properties valued at $1,373,925 and $1,285,034. It will also recommend a $564,254 write‑off of uncollectible taxes, authorize expropriation for the Bank Street Rehabilitation Project Phase 1 B, and adopt criteria and delegation for the West Carleton Environmental Centre host community fee. In addition, the committee will recommend approval of an amended Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan and its implementing by‑law.

• Write‑off $564,254 of uncollectible taxes under Section 354 of the Municipal Act
• Approve land exchange with Barrhaven Conservancy Strandherd Inc. (exchange of $1,373,925 for $1,285,034 in property value)
• Authorize expropriation of lands for the Bank Street Rehabilitation Project, Phase 1 B
• Adopt criteria and delegate authority for the West Carleton Environmental Centre host community fee
• Approve the amended Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan and related by‑law

The committee approved several recommendations for Council, including a land exchange with Barrhaven Conservancy Strandherd Inc. and the expansion of the Sparks Street Business Improvement Area. It also recommended the approval of an amended Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan.

• Recommended Council approve $564,254 in tax write-offs (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve land exchange with Barrhaven Conservancy Strandherd Inc. (Carried)
• Recommended Council expand Sparks Street Business Improvement Area boundaries (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve Amended Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan (Carried)
• Recommended Council authorize land expropriation for Bank Street Rehabilitation Project, Phase 1 B (Carried)
• Approved criteria for West Carleton Environmental Centre host community fee distribution (Carried)
• Directed staff to provide annual reports on Community Initiative Fund 'Legacy Funds' (Carried)
• Received Comprehensive Legal Services Report for Jan 1 to June 30, 2024, for information (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hear and decide on a series of consent and minor variance applications. All listed applications have been granted, covering subdivisions, new detached dwellings, and adjustments to lot sizes and building heights. The decisions affect properties in several Ottawa wards, including Orléans East‑Cumberland, Knoxdale‑Merivale, Beacon Hill‑Cyrville, River, and Gloucester‑Southgate.

• Consent Application – 375 Épinettes (Ward 1) – subdivision into two parcels for future development (granted)
• Consent & Minor Variance – 10A Ashburn (Ward 9) – sever property for new detached dwelling and wider driveway (granted)
• Minor Variance – 20 Robin (Ward 11) – reduced lot area for future residential construction (granted)
• Consent Application – 107 Fordham (Ward 16) – subdivide into two parcels for separate townhouse ownership (granted)
• Minor Variance – 25 Pennard (Ward 10) – increased building height for existing semi‑detached dwelling (granted)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board will review a motion to adjourn the public portion of the meeting and continue in camera to discuss a labour relations matter. The agenda also includes standard notices and declarations of interest. No decisions or attachments are listed.

• Motion to move the public portion of the meeting in camera for a labour relations matter
• Notices and meeting information for participants and the public
• Declarations of interest by board members

Debenture Committee

The Debenture Committee is meeting to discuss the authorization of a new debenture issue. The committee is reviewing a recommendation to enact a by-law for a total principal amount of $225 million.

• Proposed by-law to authorize a $225 million debenture issue (File No. ACS2024-FSC-FIN-0010)

The Debenture Committee approved a by-law to issue $225 million in debentures for capital works, and enacted the corresponding by-law. A confirmation by-law was also passed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $225M debenture issue (carried)
• Enacted By-law 2024-406 authorizing $225M borrowing (carried)
• Enacted By-law 2024-407 confirming proceedings (carried)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will receive a presentation from Public Services and Procurement Canada regarding the South Block Project. The body will also review status updates on inquiries and motions and confirm minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation by Public Services and Procurement Canada on the South Block Project
• Status update on Transportation Committee inquiries and motions for the period ending September 13, 2024
• Review of August 2024 special event road closures on Somerset (Ward 14)

The Transportation Committee recommended that Council require Wellington Street to remain open to one vehicular and one cycling lane in each direction during the federal South Block construction, and that staff report back if this is not possible. It also recommended that Council delegate authority to negotiate a memorandum of understanding with PSPC for funding and support for Sparks Street businesses. The committee approved a motion to designate a Community Safety Zone on Trim Road between Watters Road and Portobello Boulevard, with signage to be installed by end of 2024 if feasible. All motions were carried, with dissents from Councillors Bradley and Desroches on specific recommendations.

• Carried motion TRC 2024-14-01: recommend Council require Wellington St. open to one lane each direction for vehicles and cycling during South Block construction (Bradley dissented)
• Carried motion TRC 2024-14-02: recommend Council delegate authority to negotiate MOU with PSPC for Sparks St. funding and support (Desroches dissented on recommendations 1A and 1B)
• Carried motion TRC 2024-14-03: added 'Trim Road Community Safety Zone' to agenda under Other Business
• Carried motion TRC 2024-14-04: recommend Council designate Community Safety Zone on Trim Rd. between Watters Rd. and Portobello Blvd., with signage by end of 2024 if feasible

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend that Council approve an amendment to Zoning By‑law 2008‑250 for 2050 Provence Avenue to permit low‑rise residential development. The committee will also receive a status update on inquiries and motions, and review information on the residential dwelling approval pipeline for Q2 2024. Public notices and the confirmation of minutes from the previous meeting are also on the agenda.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 2050 Provence Avenue (low‑rise residential development)
• Status Update – Planning and Housing Committee Inquiries and Motions (information report)
• Residential Dwelling Approval Pipeline – Q2 2024 (information report)
• Public Notices English and French – Hybrid Standing Committee
• Confirmation of Minutes – PHC Minutes 33 (September 11, 2024)

The Planning and Housing Committee voted to recommend Council approve a zoning by-law amendment for 2050 Provence Avenue to permit low-rise residential development. The recommendation will go to City Council on October 2, 2024. The committee also confirmed the previous meeting's minutes and received a status update on inquiries and motions.

• Recommended Council approve zoning amendment for 2050 Provence Ave to permit low-rise residential development (carried)
• Approved inclusion of consultation details in public submissions summary for Council (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of PHC Meeting 33 (September 11, 2024) (carried)
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions (received)

Community Services Committee

The Community Services Committee will consider several reports. It will recommend that Council receive an update on the Long‑Term Care Person‑Centred Care approach. It will recommend amendments to the Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan to incorporate former Crime Prevention Ottawa goals, approve the Community Safety and Well‑Being Fund Policy and its funding stream, and approve an increase to the Minor Capital Partnership Program grant threshold.

• Long‑Term Care Person‑Centred Care update – recommendation to receive for information
• Amend Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan to add Youth Social Development priority and new goals for priority neighbourhoods and collaborative risk‑intervention strategies
• Approve Community Safety and Well‑Being Fund Policy and add the funding stream to the Community Funding Framework
• Approve Community Safety and Well‑Being Advisory Committee Terms of Reference and recruit two new resident members
• Increase the Minor Capital Partnership Program maximum grant funding threshold

The Community Services Committee recommended Council approve amendments to the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan to incorporate goals from the former Crime Prevention Ottawa, including a new Youth Social Development priority. The Committee also approved in principle the 2024 Community Partnership Major Capital projects and increased the maximum grant threshold for the Minor Capital Partnership Program. Additionally, the Committee received updates on Long-Term Care and Community Partnership capital programs for information.

• Recommended Council approve Community Safety and Well-Being Plan amendments (Carried as amended)
• Approved amendment correcting Ward 8 priority neighbourhoods in Document 3 (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve Community Safety and Well-Being Fund Policy (Carried as amended)
• Recommended Council approve Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (Carried as amended)
• Recommended Council approve recruitment process for two new resident Advisory Committee members (Carried as amended)
• Recommended Council receive Long-Term Care Person-Centred Care update for information (Carried)
• Recommended Council receive 2023 Minor Capital projects list for information (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve 2024 Major Capital projects in principle (Carried)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board will receive a series of reports and approve several spending items. It will approve a $2,600 purchase of a table and three tickets for the Ottawa Police Gala on November 2, 2024, and a $2,000 silver sponsorship for the Ontario Association of Police Service Boards’ 2024 Labour Conference on November 26‑27, 2024. The board will also approve the attendance of M. Carr at the Building Bridges Evidence‑Based Policing Conference in Blue Mountain, Ontario, on November 7‑8, 2024. Additional items include routine quarterly reports and in‑camera discussions.

• Approve purchase of a table plus three tickets for the Ottawa Police Gala (Nov 2, 2024) at a cost of $2,600
• Approve a $2,000 silver sponsorship for the OAPSB 2024 Labour Conference (Nov 26‑27, 2024)
• Approve attendance of M. Carr at the Building Bridges Evidence‑Based Policing Conference (Nov 7‑8, 2024, Blue Mountain, Ontario)
• Receive Workforce Management Report – Second Quarter 2024 and appoint individuals identified as police officers
• Receive Financial Status Report – Second Quarter 2024 for information

The Ottawa Police Service Board approved several expenditures, including a $2,600 table and tickets for the Ottawa Police Gala and a $2,000 sponsorship for a labour conference. It also approved attendance at a policing conference and appointed individuals as police officers as part of the workforce management report. The board received numerous reports for information, including financial, performance, and Special Investigations Unit reports. No substantive policy decisions were made; most items were routine approvals or information receipts.

• Approved $2,600 for Ottawa Police Gala table and three extra tickets (Carried)
• Approved $2,000 Silver sponsorship for OAPSB Labour Conference (Carried)
• Approved attendance of M. Carr at Building Bridges Evidence-Based Policing Conference (Carried)
• Appointed individuals listed in Document 1 as police officers (Carried)
• Received workforce management, financial status, and performance reports for Q2 2024 (Received)
• Received four Special Investigations Unit reports (Received)
• Confirmed agenda and minutes #105 of July 22, 2024 (Carried)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board will consider a motion to adjourn the public portion of its meeting and continue in camera. The motion would permit discussion of topics including demonstrations and event management, implementation of the Lansdowne Consulting Group report recommendations, delay applications and temporary assistance requests, labour‑relations matters, legal matters, and board governance. No other agenda items are listed.

• Motion to move the public portion of the meeting in camera
• Discussion of updates on demonstrations and event management
• Implementation of the Lansdowne Consulting Group report recommendations
• Consideration of delay applications and temporary assistance requests (CSPA)
• Labour‑relations, legal matters, and board governance topics

The Ottawa Police Service Board held a brief public meeting on September 23, 2024, lasting about 10 minutes. The board voted to move in camera to discuss several sensitive topics, including demonstrations, implementation of the Lansdowne Consulting Group report, temporary assistance requests, labour relations, legal matters, and board governance. No other substantive decisions were made in the public portion.

• Motion to move in camera carried (unanimous, no vote tally recorded)
• Adjourned public meeting at 2:01 pm

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is reviewing several reports from the Office of the Auditor General. The body will consider recommendations regarding road renewal and bus maintenance before sending them to Council.

• Road Renewal Program Value for Money Audit
• Investigation of OC Transpo Bus Maintenance
• Semi-annual Report on Follow-Up Procedures
• 2024-2027 Audit Work Plan for the Ottawa Police Service

The Audit Committee received and carried recommendations from two Office of the Auditor General reports — a value-for-money audit of the Road Renewal Program and an investigation of OC Transpo bus maintenance — forwarding them to Council for consideration. The Committee also received the semi-annual follow-up report and the 2024-2027 Audit Work Plan for the Ottawa Police Service. Minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting were confirmed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Carried recommendation to receive Road Renewal Program value-for-money audit and forward to Council
• Carried recommendation to receive OC Transpo bus maintenance investigation and forward to Council
• Received semi-annual report on follow-up procedures
• Received 2024-2027 Audit Work Plan for the Ottawa Police Service
• Confirmed minutes of June 24, 2024 meeting

Joint Enviro and Climate Change Committee and Emerg Prep. and Protective Svcs

The joint Environment and Climate Change and Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services committees will review the Idling Control By-law. They will recommend that Council approve the new Idling Control By-law, repeal By-law 2007‑266, and remove Section 16 of the Noise By-law. The meeting also includes standard public notices, declarations of interest, an inquiry period, and adjournment.

• Idling Control By-law Review – recommendation to approve new by-law
• Repeal of Idling Control By-law 2007‑266
• Repeal of Section 16 of Noise By-law 2017‑255 (idling vehicle noise)
• Public Notices (English and French) for hybrid standing committee
• Declarations of Interest

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee will consider a recommendation to amend the City’s Licensing By-law (By‑law No. 2002‑189) for snow plow contractors, adding new definitions and replacing Schedule 4. It will also receive an informational status‑update report on its inquiries and motions. Additional routine items include confirming the June 17, 2024 minutes, responding to a Vicious Dogs inquiry, and distributing public notices for the hybrid standing committee.

• Snow plow contractor licensing by‑law amendment recommendation (By‑law No. 2002‑189)
• Response to Vicious Dogs inquiry (OCC 2024‑05)
• Status update on EPPSC inquiries and motions (file ACS2024‑OCC‑CCS‑0081)
• Confirmation of EPPSC Minutes 12 – Monday, 17 June 2024
• Public notices for hybrid standing committee (English and French)

The committee recommended that Council approve amendments to the City's Licensing By-law regarding snow plow contractors, including new definitions and replacement of Schedule 4. The recommendation was carried as presented. No other substantive decisions were made; the committee also received a status update on inquiries and motions for information.

• Recommended Council approve snow plow contractor licensing amendments (carried)
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions (received)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Panel 1 meeting on September 18, 2024 heard a series of consent and minor variance applications for properties in Wards 13, 15, 17, and 12. All listed applications were marked as [ Granted] in the agenda. The decisions cover new townhouse units, height increases, parcel subdivisions, and reduced setbacks. The approvals affect residential development on the specified streets.

• Consent & Minor Variance for 342, 344, 346, 348 Queen Mary (Ward 13) – granted
• Minor Variance for 100 Glebe (Ward 17) – granted
• Consent for 531, 533 Broadhead (Ward 15) – granted
• Minor Variance for 55 Gordon (Ward 17) – granted
• Consent for 461 Tweedsmuir (Ward 15) – granted

City Council

City Council is reviewing the 2025 budget directions, including tax limits and transit funding gaps. The body is also considering several heritage designations, demolition permits, and zoning amendments.

• Proposed 2025 municipal tax increase limit of 2.9% for city-wide and police services levies
• Draft 2025 Transit Budget addressing a $120-million funding deficit
• Proposed garbage fee increase reduced from 17% to 7% for 2025
• Demolition applications for 227-237 St. Patrick Street and 7 Crescent Road
• Zoning By-law amendment for 6310 and 6320 Hazeldean Road to permit high-rise mixed use

Council approved the 2025 budget directions, including a 2.9% cap on the municipal tax increase, on a 17-8 vote. The directions also address the $120-million transit deficit with options like fare increases and service reductions. Council also approved several zoning and heritage items, including a high-rise development at 6310/6320 Hazeldean Road and demolitions of heritage properties.

• Approved 2025 budget directions with 2.9% tax cap (17-8)
• Approved zoning amendment for 6310/6320 Hazeldean Road for 21-storey mixed-use (carried with 5 dissents)
• Approved demolition of 227-229, 231-233, 235-237 St. Patrick Street (carried)
• Approved demolition at 7 Crescent Road (carried)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment 33 for Kanata North Economic District (carried as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for 3484 Innes Road and 240/270 Lamarche Avenue (carried with 2 dissents)
• Approved expropriation application for Baseline Transit Priority Phase Project (carried)
• Approved ward boundary review motion to move lands from Ward 21 to Ward 6 (carried)

Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee will receive informational updates on its Terms of Reference and on its integrated systems and housing priorities. The meeting also includes confirmation of the June 18, 2024 minutes, public notices in English and French, and routine procedural items. No motions are scheduled for decision at this meeting.

• Update on the Committee’s Terms of Reference (information only)
• Update on Priorities – Integrated and Simpler Systems, and Housing (information only)
• Confirmation of minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting
• Distribution of public notices (English and French PDFs)
• Adjournment

The Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee met and received two informational updates from City staff: one on the committee's terms of reference and one on priorities for integrated and simpler systems and housing. No formal decisions were made; both items were received for information only. The minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting were confirmed.

• Confirmed minutes of June 18, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Received update on committee's terms of reference (for information)
• Received update on priorities for integrated and simpler systems and housing (for information)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing five applications for minor variances and land consents. These requests include changes to building setbacks, floor area, and the transfer of land between properties.

• 177 Loreka: Minor variance for a rear deck projection
• 5370 Sand: Consent to convey land to a northwest abutting property
• 394 Allbirch: Minor variance for a new detached garage floor area and setbacks
• 4490 Donnelly: Consent to convey land to 4472 Donnelly Drive
• 1126 Cope: Minor variance to allow a driveway to occupy 60% of the front yard

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre and provide feedback on its accessibility features. It will also hear a presentation on the City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan consultations and give feedback. The meeting includes confirming the minutes from the June 18, 2024 session and handling standard notices and declarations of interest.

• Presentation on Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre – feedback requested
• Presentation on City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan consultations – feedback requested
• Confirmation of minutes from AAC meeting on June 18, 2024
• Declarations of interest
• Public notices and remote participation details

The Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting was adjourned immediately because fewer than the required number of members were present, so no substantive decisions were made. The only items on the agenda were presentations on the Lansdowne 2.0 Phase 1 Event Centre and the City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan consultations, but neither was heard. The next meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2024.

• Adjourned meeting due to lack of quorum (per Section 8(5) of Advisory Committee Procedure By-law)

Environment and Climate Change Committee

The Ottawa Environment and Climate Change Committee meeting on 2024-09-17 has an agenda that contains no listed items. The document shows only placeholders and procedural headings without any rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings. Consequently, no decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda.

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Panel 2 meeting will consider several development applications, including consent to subdivide properties and minor variance requests. Some items, such as the 3095 Palladium subdivision and the 340 Poulin setback reduction, have already been granted. Other applications, like the dog boarding permission at 1224 Place d'Orléans, are pending a decision.

• Consent application to subdivide 3095 Palladium into two parcels (granted)
• Permission application for daytime and overnight pet boarding at 1224 Place d'Orléans
• Minor variance to reduce front and side yard setbacks for 340 Poulin (granted)
• Consent application to subdivide 10 Meadowlands for separate ownership of a semi‑detached dwelling (granted)
• Minor variance for parking and yard changes at 37 Tower

Election Compliance Audit Committee

The Election Compliance Audit Committee will review the auditor’s report on the 2022 campaign finances of Candidate Doug Thompson of Ward 20 Osgoode. It will decide whether to commence a legal proceeding against him under the Municipal Elections Act. The meeting also includes confirmation of the August 28, 2024 minutes, public notices for the virtual session, and routine declarations of interest.

• Auditor’s Report on campaign finances of Candidate Doug Thompson (Ward 20 Osgoode, 2022 election)
• Decision on whether to commence legal proceeding against Doug Thompson
• Confirmation of ECAC Minutes 5 – August 28, 2024
• Public Notices – English and French PDFs for virtual meeting
• Declarations of Interest

The Election Compliance Audit Committee decided not to commence legal proceedings against Candidate Doug Thompson for apparent campaign finance contraventions from the 2022 municipal election. The committee found the reporting errors, which amounted to about 1% of his campaign expenses, were de minimis and did not affect the election's integrity. The decision was carried.

• Decided not to commence legal proceedings against Candidate Doug Thompson (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes of August 28, 2024 meeting (Carried)

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee will recommend to Council an approach and timetable for consulting on the 2025 municipal budget. It proposes that the overall tax levy not exceed a 2.9% increase and sets similar caps for the Library, Public Health and Police Services levies. For transit, the committee outlines several possible levers, including a $0‑$120 million federal/provincial contribution, a transit levy increase of 2.9%‑37%, and a fare increase of 2.5%‑75%. The meeting also includes updates on the 2024 Q2 budget status, a draft investment‑policy statement, an expropriation application for the Baseline Transit Priority Phase Project, and an information‑technology services update.

• 5.1 – Proposed 2025 Budget Directions: tax increase capped at 2.9%, transit levy increase 2.9‑37% and fare increase 2.5‑75%, plus other budget guidance
• 5.2 – 2024 Tax and Rate Operating and Capital Budget Q2 Status report for information
• 5.3 – Draft Statement of Investment Policies and Procedures for the City’s prudent investor standard
• 7.1 – Application to expropriate land for the Baseline Transit Priority Phase Project
• 5.4 – Presentation: Information Technology Services Update for Q3

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee recommended Council approve the 2025 budget directions, including a municipal tax increase of no more than 2.9% and a transit budget addressing a $120M deficit with options like fare increases up to 75%. The recommendation carried 9-3, with dissents on specific transit and rate items. The committee also received the Q2 budget status and approved the expropriation application for the Baseline Transit Priority Project.

• Approved 2025 budget directions with 2.9% tax cap (9-3)
• Approved transit budget options including fare increases up to 75% (9-3, with dissent on 2.b)
• Received 2024 Q2 budget status report
• Carried draft Statement of Investment Policies and Procedures
• Approved expropriation application for Baseline Transit Priority Project
• Received IT Services Q3 update

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health will adopt several reports, including the 2025 budget planning and considerations for Ottawa Public Health, the 2025 meeting schedule, and the 2024 Q2 operating and capital budget status. It will also confirm the meeting minutes from June 17, 2024, approve a confirmation by‑law, and consider the appointment of an associate medical officer of health in camera.

• Adopt 2025 Budget Planning and Considerations for Ottawa Public Health report
• Approve 2025 Ottawa Board of Health meeting schedule
• Receive 2024 Q2 operating and capital budget status report
• Consider appointment of Associate Medical Officer of Health (in camera)
• Pass Confirmation By‑law No. 2024‑3

The Ottawa Board of Health approved the 2025 meeting schedule and received several reports, including the 2024-2025 Immunization Plan, 2025 budget planning, and Q2 budget status. The board also directed the Medical Officer of Health to write a letter to Ontario's Chief Medical Officer about consumption treatment services. An in-camera item on appointing an Associate Medical Officer of Health was resolved.

• Approved 2025 Board of Health meeting schedule
• Received 2024-2025 Immunization Plan for information
• Received 2025 Budget Planning and Considerations report
• Received 2024 Q2 operating and capital budget status report
• Directed Medical Officer of Health to write letter to Dr. Kieran Moore re: consumption treatment services
• Resolved in camera to consider appointment of Associate Medical Officer of Health

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission will receive an informational report on the 2024 Q2 transit operating and capital budget, presentations from OC Transpo unions responding to a council motion, and responses to three public inquiries. Additional status updates on inquiries and motions will also be presented for information only.

• 2024 Transit Operating and Capital Budget Q2 Status Report (documents 1‑3)
• Presentations by OC Transpo unions in response to Council Motion No. 2022-03/09
• Response to Inquiry TC-2024-05 – wheelchair accommodation by bus type
• Response to Inquiry TC-2024-04 – LRT operating speeds
• Response to Inquiry TC-2024-03 – seniors ride free – Para Transpo

The Transit Commission received the Q2 2024 transit budget status report and presentations from OC Transpo unions, both for information only. A motion to restore Line 1 weekday off-peak service to 5-minute headways was referred to the September 18, 2024 City Council meeting for decision. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Referred motion to restore Line 1 5-minute headways to City Council (carried)
• Received 2024 Q2 Transit Operating and Capital Budget Status Report (received)
• Received union presentations in response to Council Motion No. 2022-03/09 (received)
• Received status update on Transit Commission inquiries and motions (received)
• Confirmed minutes of June 13, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Confirmed confidential minutes of May 31, 2024 meeting (carried)

French Language Services Advisory Committee

The French Language Services Advisory Committee will receive informational presentations from the Transit Services Department and the City Clerk’s Office on French language services and the Municipal Accessibility Plan, and will provide feedback. The committee will also consider and approve the Working Group’s report on Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services. A discussion on members’ interest in holding future in‑person meetings will be held, and minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting will be confirmed.

• Transit Services Department presentation on French Language Services (information/feedback)
• City Clerk presentation on the Municipal Accessibility Plan (information/feedback)
• Approval of the Working Group report for Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services
• Discussion on interest in future in‑person meetings
• Confirmation of minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting

The French Language Services Advisory Committee received presentations from the Transit Services Department and the Office of the City Clerk on French language services and accessibility, and approved a working group report with recommendations for the Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved working group report on Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department (Carried)
• Received Transit Services Department presentation on French language services (Received)
• Received City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan consultation presentation (Received)
• Confirmed minutes of May 9, 2024 meeting (Carried)

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee will recommend Council approve several by‑law amendments, including a demolition control amendment and multiple zoning changes. Key proposals are a high‑rise mixed‑use zoning amendment for 6310 and 6320 Hazeldean Road, a conversion of 246 Westhaven Crescent to six units, and a mid‑rise apartment and development‑reserve amendment for 3484 Innes Road and nearby Lamarche Avenue sites. The committee will also consider an official plan amendment for the Kanata North Economic District, an update to the Community Benefits Charge program, and implementation changes related to Bill 185 and Bill 109.

• Demolition Control By‑law Amendment (by‑law 2012‑377)
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 6310 & 6320 Hazeldean Road (up to 21‑storey mixed‑use)
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 246 Westhaven Crescent (3‑unit to 6‑unit conversion)
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 3484 Innes Road, 240 & 270 Lamarche Avenue (mid‑rise apartments, development reserve)
• Official Plan Amendment – Kanata North Economic District (adopt guidelines and amendment 33)

The Planning and Housing Committee recommended Council approve a zoning amendment for 6310 and 6320 Hazeldean Road to permit a 21-storey high-rise mixed-use development, despite public opposition. The committee also recommended approval of the Kanata North Economic District Official Plan Amendment and Urban Design Guidelines, with amendments to ensure tower separation of at least 23 metres. Several other zoning amendments were recommended for approval, including conversions and new residential developments. All items will go to City Council on September 18, 2024.

• Approved zoning amendment for 6310/6320 Hazeldean Road for 21-storey high-rise (9-3)
• Approved Kanata North Economic District Official Plan Amendment 33 and Urban Design Guidelines (carried as amended)
• Approved zoning amendment for 246 Westhaven Crescent to permit six-unit dwelling (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for 3484 Innes Road and 240/270 Lamarche Avenue for mid-rise apartments (carried, 2 dissenting)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1770 Heatherington Road for ~158 residential units and park (carried)
• Approved Community Benefits Charge Capital Program List (carried)
• Approved Bill 185 implementation amendments and 33 permanent FTE positions (carried)
• Approved Demolition Control By-law amendment as amended (carried)

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board will formally receive the 2023 Financial Statements and the Second Quarter 2024 Financial Status Report. It will also receive the Ottawa Public Library Emergency Plan and the 2024 Fund Development Update for information. Two items will be considered in camera – a Labour Relations update and a confidential mid‑year review of the Chief Librarian and CEO – and will not be reported out.

• 2023 Financial Statements – receive
• Second Quarter 2024 Financial Status Report – receive
• Ottawa Public Library Emergency Plan – receive
• 2024 Fund Development Update – receive
• In‑camera Labour Relations Update – closed, not reported out

The Ottawa Public Library Board met on September 10, 2024, and received all reports and presentations as information items, with no substantive decisions or votes taken. The board received the 2023 financial statements, the second quarter 2024 financial status report, the OPL Emergency Plan, the 2024 fund development update, and the Chief Librarian's report. The board also received the Chair's verbal update on the Ādisōke construction project and other items.

• Received 2023 Financial Statements (motion OPL 20240910/4)
• Received Second Quarter 2024 Financial Status Report (motion OPL 20240910/5)
• Received Ottawa Public Library Emergency Plan (motion OPL 20240910/6)
• Received 2024 Fund Development Update (motion OPL 20240910/7)
• Received Chief Librarian/CEO's report (motion OPL 20240910/2)
• Received Chair's verbal update (motion OPL 20240910/1)
• Received digital content presentation (motion OPL 20240910/3)
• Received Trustee Kitts' ALA conference report (motion OPL 20240910/8)

Built Heritage Committee

The Built Heritage Committee will recommend to Council a series of Notices of Intention to Designate properties under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, including 50 Carruthers Avenue, 200 Fifth Avenue, and several Rideau Street addresses. It will also consider objections to existing designations on Rideau Street and approve demolition applications for multiple St. Patrick Street buildings and 7 Crescent Road. The committee will propose updates to the Heritage Property Grant Program for 2025 and recommend removal of fifteen properties from the Heritage Register.

• Recommend designation of Vachon House, 50 Carruthers Avenue (Part IV Heritage Act)
• Consider objection to Notice of Intention for 149 Rideau Street (maintain designation)
• Approve demolition of 227‑229, 231‑233 and 235‑237 St. Patrick Street
• Recommend designation of 200 Fifth Avenue (Part IV Heritage Act)
• Update Heritage Property Grant Program guidelines for 2025

The Built Heritage Committee recommended that Council designate several properties under the Ontario Heritage Act, including 50 Carruthers Avenue, 200 Fifth Avenue, 123 Metcalfe Street, and multiple properties on Rideau Street and Montréal Road. It also approved demolition applications for properties at 227-237 St. Patrick Street and 7 Crescent Road, with conditions, and recommended removing 15 properties from the Heritage Register. All recommendations will go to Council on September 18, 2024.

• Recommended designating Vachon House, 50 Carruthers Ave (carried)
• Recommended not withdrawing designation for 149 Rideau St (carried)
• Recommended not withdrawing designation for 156 Rideau St and enacting by-law (carried)
• Recommended not withdrawing designation for 198 Rideau St and enacting by-law (carried)
• Recommended not withdrawing designation for 217 Rideau St (carried)
• Approved demolition of 227-237 St. Patrick St with conditions, as amended (carried)
• Approved demolition of 7 Crescent Rd with conditions (carried)
• Recommended removing 15 properties from Heritage Register (carried)

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

The Ottawa Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee will confirm the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, then receive several reports for information. Items include a third‑quarter update on the South Facility Project, a memo on the cost of vulnerable‑sector checks, a presentation on 2025 budget directions and timetable, and a citizen perception survey report. No decisions or approvals are listed for these items.

• Third Quarter 2024 South Facility Project update
• Memo on cost of vulnerable sector checks
• 2025 Budget Directions and Timetable presentation
• Budget Survey presentation – citizen perception findings

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will review and recommend to Council several items, including implementation of Bill 185 with amendments to the Pre‑Consultation By‑law, Public Notification and Consultation Policy, Planning Fees By‑law, and conversion of 33 full‑time positions; three zoning by‑law amendments affecting Fourth Line Road, Moodie Drive, and Trail Road; a Rural Community‑Building Grant application; and an ATV charity ride request. All recommendations are to be forwarded to Council for a decision at the September 18, 2024 meeting.

• Bill 185 implementation: amend Pre‑Consultation By‑law 2023‑296, Public Notification and Consultation Policy, Planning Fees By‑law 2024‑33, and convert 33 FTE positions
• Zoning By‑law amendment for 6109 and 6121 Fourth Line Road to prohibit residential development on retained lands and adjust lot width
• Zoning By‑law amendment for 3047 Moodie Drive to prohibit residential development on retained lands and permit a reduced lot width of 12 m
• Zoning By‑law amendment for 4380 Trail Road to permit a Waste Processing and Transfer Facility for inert soils
• Rural Community‑Building Grant Program application review and recommendation

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee approved several zoning by-law amendments for properties on Fourth Line Road, Moodie Drive, and Trail Road, including a waste processing facility for inert soils. It also carried a wetland omnibus official plan and zoning amendment, and recommended Council approve a temporary ATV charity ride on September 21, 2024. Staff were directed to review the ATV trail network for potential expansion by Q1 2025.

• Approved Bill 185 implementation amendments to pre-consultation, notification, fees by-laws, and 33 permanent FTE positions
• Approved zoning amendment for 6109 and 6121 Fourth Line Road to prohibit residential development on retained lands and reduce lot width
• Approved zoning amendment for 3047 Moodie Drive to prohibit residential development on retained lands and permit 12m lot width
• Approved zoning amendment for 4380 Trail Road to permit a waste processing and transfer facility for inert soils
• Approved Rural Community-Building Grant Program application as detailed in Document 1
• Recommended Council approve temporary ATV charity ride on designated highways on September 21, 2024
• Directed staff to review ATV trail network and report by Q1 2025
• Approved wetland omnibus official plan and zoning by-law amendments

City Council

Ottawa City Council will consider zoning amendments for several properties, including a park renaming, and will discuss drainage rates. The meeting will also cover heritage permits and public petitions.

• Zoning By-law Amendment – 381 Kent Street (Somerset)
• Zoning By-law Amendment – 9 Gurdwara Road (Knoxdale-Merivale)
• Zoning By-law Amendment – 30 Cleary Avenue (Bay)
• Renaming of Besserer Park to Herbert and Estelle Brown Park
• By-law to impose special annual drainage rates

City Council unanimously endorsed the Fairness for Ottawa campaign to advocate for fairer funding from federal and provincial governments, citing shortfalls in Payments in Lieu of Taxes and transit funding. Council also approved several zoning amendments, including mixed-use and stacked dwelling developments, and renamed Besserer Park to Herbert and Estelle Brown Park.

• Endorsed Fairness for Ottawa campaign (24-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for mixed-use subdivision at Navan and Pagé Roads
• Approved zoning amendment for stacked dwellings at 6001 and 6005 Renaud Road
• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for 30 Cleary Avenue (six- and 16-storey buildings)
• Approved demolition and new construction at 381 Kent Street (heritage district)
• Renamed Besserer Park to Herbert and Estelle Brown Park (21-2)
• Approved road closures for Law Enforcement Torch Run, Orléans Ribfest, and Vegans Who Snack
• Waived $42,909 heritage permit application fee for 227-237 St. Patrick Street

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment will hear four applications concerning property changes in Ottawa. These include a refused minor variance for a McDonald's restaurant at 388 Richmond, a granted minor variance for increased roof height at 45 Bower, a granted consent to subdivide 191 Granville into three parcels, and a granted minor variance for a garage at 167 Powell. The panel will consider each request and record decisions.

• 388 Richmond (Ward 15) – Minor variance to permit a restaurant with no parking (refused)
• 45 Bower (Ward 17) – Minor variance to increase building height for a new roof on a detached dwelling (granted)
• 191 Granville (Ward 12) – Consent application to subdivide property into three parcels and create a new lot (granted)
• 167 Powell (Ward 17) – Minor variance to allow a front‑facing attached garage and increased driveway gradient (granted)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is reviewing minor variance and consent applications for residential properties. The body is deciding on requests for land subdivision, building height increases, and setback reductions.

• Refused minor variance for a seven-unit low-rise apartment at 81 Burland
• Granted consent to subdivide 848 Broadview into two parcels for a semi-detached dwelling
• Granted minor variance for building height at 185 Kamloops
• Granted consent to subdivide 1551 Verchères for future residential development
• Refused minor variance for garage enlargement at 2181 Quinn

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 is meeting to hear applications for property subdivisions and minor variances. The body will consider requests for new residential lots, building expansions, and setback reductions across several wards.

• 1579 9th Line: Consent application to subdivide property for a surplus farm dwelling
• 612 Smith: Consent application to subdivide property for future residential development
• 6051 Herberts Corners: Minor variance for a coach house with attached garage
• 1780 Burnt Lands: Minor variance for a one-storey workshop (Granted)
• 1712 Devine: Minor variance for a detached garage (Granted)

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee meeting on 2024-09-03 in Ottawa has no agenda items recorded; the document contains only procedural placeholders and no decisions or proposals.

Light Rail Sub-Committee

The committee will confirm minutes from previous meetings, review public notices, and receive the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project report as an information item. No motions or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Confirmation of Minutes from February 29 2024 and May 31 2024
• Public Notices (English and French) for hybrid participation
• Declarations of Interest
• Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project report – received for information only
• In‑camera items (no details disclosed)

The Light Rail Sub-Committee received a report on the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project for information only, with no formal decisions taken. The committee also confirmed minutes from previous meetings and heard a presentation from staff and a speaker from Carleton University Students' Association.

• Received Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project report for information
• Confirmed LRSC Minutes 9 – February 29, 2024
• Confirmed TTC-LRSC Minutes 2 – May 31, 2024
• Confirmed TTC-LRSC Confidential Minutes 2 – May 31, 2024

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee will consider several zoning by‑law amendments, including changes for Navan Road, Renaud Road, 381 Kent Street, 9 Gurdwara Road and 30 Cleary Avenue. The amendment for 30 Cleary Avenue would allow a six‑storey mid‑rise and a 16‑storey high‑rise building. The committee will also recommend approval of a demolition and new construction application for the heritage‑designated 381 Kent Street, subject to material samples and permit conditions. Additional items include responses to public inquiries on the Central Experimental Farm and building‑permit costs.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 30 Cleary Avenue (mid‑rise and 16‑storey high‑rise)
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 381 Kent Street (nine‑storey mid‑rise)
• Application for demolition and new construction at 381 Kent Street (heritage district)
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 9 Gurdwara Road (remove access exception)
• Zoning By‑law Amendment – 6001 and 6005 Renaud Road (stacked dwelling units)

The Planning and Housing Committee recommended Council approve zoning by-law amendments for properties on Navan Road, Renaud Road, Kent Street, Gurdwara Road, and Cleary Avenue, including a nine-storey building at 381 Kent Street and a mixed-use subdivision on Navan Road. It also recommended approving demolition and new construction at 381 Kent Street under heritage conditions. All recommendations were carried and will go to Council on September 4, 2024.

• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for 2973-3079 Navan Road and 2690 Pagé Road for mixed residential/commercial subdivision (carried)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for 6001 and 6005 Renaud Road for stacked dwelling units (carried)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for 381 Kent Street for nine-storey mid-rise residential building (carried)
• Recommended approval of demolition and new construction at 381 Kent Street with heritage conditions (carried)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for 9 Gurdwara Road to remove access prohibition from Prince of Wales Drive (carried)
• Recommended approval of Official Plan and zoning amendments for 30 Cleary Avenue for six-storey and 16-storey buildings (carried)

Election Compliance Audit Committee

The Election Compliance Audit Committee will consider an auditor's report regarding the 2022 municipal election campaign finances of Third Party Advertiser Horizon Ottawa. The committee will decide whether to start legal proceedings based on the report.

• Auditor's Report on campaign finances of Third Party Advertiser Horizon Ottawa (File No. ACS2024-OCC-GEN-0012)
• Decision on whether to commence legal proceedings against Horizon Ottawa
• Memo regarding election compliance audit application deadlines for the 2022 Municipal Elections
• Confirmation of minutes from the December 8, 2023 meeting

The Election Compliance Audit Committee decided to commence legal proceedings against third-party advertiser Horizon Ottawa for apparent contraventions of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, related to the 2022 municipal election. The decision followed an auditor's report and submissions from both parties. The motion carried with one dissenting vote.

• Approved motion to commence legal proceedings against Horizon Ottawa (carried, Nahie Bassett dissenting)
• Directed City Clerk to retain an independent prosecutor for the case

Transportation Committee

The agenda for the Ottawa Transportation Committee on 2024-08-22 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be procedural or placeholder.

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment will hear several development applications. Items include a consent application to subdivide 819 Bank and 99 Fifth and create easements for a shared ramp and garage access. Minor variance applications for properties on Athlone/Scott, Concord North, Preston, and Mikinak will also be reviewed, with some already granted or refused.

• Consent application D08-01-24/B-00127 – 819 Bank & 99 Fifth: subdivision and easements for shared ramp and underground garage access.
• Minor variance D08-02-24/A-00195 – 314 & 318 Athlone and 2006, 2020, 2026 Scott: one‑storey pedestrian bridge linking two mixed‑use residential buildings (granted).
• Minor variance D08-02-24/A-00064 – 482 Preston: rooftop commercial patio with amplified sound, reduced setback (refused).
• Minor variance D08-02-24/A-00198 – 681 Mikinak: increased floor area on seventh storey and wider driveway for Phase 2 buildings (granted).
• Minor variance D08-02-24/A-00187 – 22 Concord North: reduced driveway width and parking space (granted).

City Council

The Ottawa City Council meeting on August 21, 2024 contains no listed agenda items. The agenda appears to consist only of procedural placeholders and no decisions or discussions are specified.

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Panel 3 Committee of Adjustment heard and approved multiple applications for properties in various Ottawa wards. Grants include a minor variance for 2822 Bart's to add on the west side, and consent applications to subdivide or convey land at 6980 Mansfield, 6208 Nick Adams, 422 Keatley and 1500 Thomas Argue. Several other items were adjourned to the September 3 meeting.

• 2822 Bart's (Ward 21) – Minor variance to construct an addition on the west side (granted)
• 6980 Mansfield (Ward 21) – Consent to subdivide into two parcels for a surplus farm dwelling (granted)
• 6208 Nick Adams (Ward 20) – Consent to subdivide into two parcels for future residential development (granted)
• 422 Keatley (Ward 5) – Consent to convey a portion of the property to the abutting owner (granted)
• 1500 Thomas Argue (Ward 5) – Consent and minor variance applications for subdivision and setbacks (granted)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is meeting to hear applications for minor variances and permissions. The body is deciding on residential developments, home additions, and a commercial service station request.

• 2458 Cleroux: Minor variance for a three-storey, 17-unit stacked dwelling [Granted]
• 2019 Kings Grove: Minor variance for an addition with an attached garage [Granted]
• 1 Sunny Brae: Minor variance for a detached double car garage and accessory buildings [Granted]
• 1542 Chatelain: Permission for an automobile service station in an industrial/commercial building [Refused]

Police Service Board Policy and Governance Committee

The Policy and Governance Committee is meeting to review and provide input on a draft policy regarding assistance in the provision of policing. If processed, the draft policy will be forwarded to the Board for approval and adoption at the September meeting.

• Review of draft policy: Assistance in the Provision of Policing

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee meeting on August 14, 2024 has no agenda items recorded. No decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided agenda. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive items.

Built Heritage Committee

The agenda for the Ottawa Built Heritage Committee meeting on 2024-08-13 contains no specific items. It appears to consist only of procedural placeholders and no decisions or discussions are outlined. Residents should refer to any official follow‑up documents for details.

Police Service Board Human Resources Committee

The Ottawa Police Service Board Human Resources Committee will confirm the agenda and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The committee will then move to a closed session to discuss a labour relations matter.

• Confirmation of agenda for August 8, 2024
• Confirmation of Minutes #20 from April 10, 2024
• Motion to move In Camera to discuss labour relations
• Next meeting scheduled for October 3, 2024

The Ottawa Police Service Board Human Resources Committee held a brief public meeting, confirming its agenda and the minutes from April 10, 2024. No declarations of interest were filed. The committee then voted to adjourn the public portion to discuss one labour relations matter in camera, and the meeting ended at 10:02 am.

• Confirmed meeting agenda (carried)
• Confirmed Minutes #20 of April 10, 2024 (carried)
• Moved in camera to discuss one labour relations matter (carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 will hear a series of minor variance and consent applications for properties in several wards. Some applications, such as those for 87 Mann, 82/84 Norman & 117 Pamilla, 18 Elliot, and 263 St. Laurent, are already marked as granted. The meeting also includes adjournments of items for 167 Powell, 633 Edison and 946 Colonel By.

• 167 Powell (Ward 17) – minor variance to allow a front‑facing attached garage and increased driveway gradient.
• 633 Edison (Ward 15) – consent and minor variance to subdivide the lot into three parcels for detached and semi‑detached dwellings.
• 87 Mann (Ward 12) – minor variance approved to convert office space into four new residential units.
• 82, 84 Norman & 117 Pamilla (Ward 14) – minor variance approved for a two‑storey dwelling with a studio space.
• 263 St. Laurent (Ward 13) – consent and minor variance approved to sever the lot for four townhouse dwellings.

City Council

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

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 will hear a series of consent and minor‑variance applications, including a request to construct two six‑storey apartment buildings with 196 units at 788 March (Ward 4 – Kanata North). The agenda marks each listed application as [Granted]. Other items include consent and minor‑variance requests for properties on Smyth, Slade, Louis, Ventus and Marilyn. The panel will consider the proposals and issue final decisions.

• 788 March (Ward 4 – Kanata North): minor‑variance to build two six‑storey, 196‑unit apartment buildings with increased height and reduced rear yard setback – D08‑02‑24/A‑00166 [Granted]
• 882, 884 Smyth (Ward 18 – Alta Vista): consent and minor‑variance to split ownership and add coach houses with reduced interior lot‑line setbacks – D08‑01‑24/B‑00110, D08‑02‑24/A‑00159 & A‑00162 [Granted]
• 53 Slade (Ward 4 – Kanata North): minor‑variance to permit additional accessory buildings and a gazebo – D08‑02‑24/A‑00176 [Granted]
• 1375 Louis (Ward 11 – Beacon Hill‑Cyrville): consent to subdivide the property into three parcels for future residential development – D08‑01‑24/B‑00123‑00124 [Granted]
• 267 Marilyn (Ward 16 – River): consent and minor‑variance to split the property into two parcels with reduced lot widths – D08‑01‑24/B‑00125, D08‑02‑24/A‑00177‑00178 [Granted]

Election Compliance Audit Committee

The Election Compliance Audit Committee meets on August 6, 2024 to review the auditor’s report on Horizon Ottawa’s 2022 campaign finances. The report recommends the committee consider commencing a legal proceeding against Horizon Ottawa under the Municipal Elections Act. The committee will discuss the report and decide on any legal action. Other agenda items include public notices, declarations of interest, and confirmation of minutes.

• Auditor’s Report – election compliance audit of Third Party Advertiser Horizon Ottawa (2022 Municipal Elections)
• Recommendation to consider legal proceeding against Horizon Ottawa per Subsections 88.35(4) and 88.33(17) of the Municipal Elections Act
• Public Notices – hybrid participation details (French and English PDFs)
• Confirmation of minutes from the December 8, 2023 ECAC meeting
• Declarations of interest

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment is hearing several applications for land subdivisions and minor variances. Most requests involve creating new residential lots or adjusting building setbacks and lot coverage.

• Subdivision of 5272 Carp into three parcels for two new residential lots
• Subdivision of 8597 Franktown into three parcels for two new residential lots
• Minor variance for 1126 Cope to allow a driveway to occupy 60% of the front yard
• Minor variance for 3796 Dunrobin for a reduced side yard setback for a fueling station canopy
• Increased lot coverage for detached dwellings at 7084 Mason and 7090 Marco

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is scheduled to meet on August 1, 2024. The agenda includes a video recording of the meeting and procedural details, but no specific decisions or topics are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting scheduled for August 1, 2024
• Video recording of the meeting available
• Procedural details and voting results listed

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee meeting on July 31, 2024 has no specific items recorded in the agenda. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed. The agenda appears to contain only procedural placeholders.

City Council

The City of Ottawa has posted the agenda for the July 24, 2024 City Council meeting. The agenda is available online but contains no specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics in the provided text.

Ottawa Police Service Board

The board is meeting to consider moving into a closed session to discuss confidential operational and legal items. These include updates on major events, lease renewals, and labour relations reports.

• Operational Update regarding Major Events and Demonstrations
• Confidential Lease Renewal
• Complaints Committee Report
• Labour Relations Unit Report - Second Quarter 2024
• Legal Services Status Report – 2024 Second Quarter

The Ottawa Police Service Board held a brief public meeting on July 22, 2024, during which no declarations of interest were filed. The board voted to adjourn the public portion and move in camera to discuss eight confidential items, including operational updates, lease renewal, complaints, labour relations, and legal services. The meeting adjourned at 2:03 pm with no substantive public decisions made.

• Moved in camera to discuss 8 confidential items (carried)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board will confirm its agenda and approve temporary assistance for Canada Day, including the appointment of 44 RCMP officers as special constables, one request from South Simcoe Police Service, and six memoranda of understanding with regional police services. It will also approve the renewal of the Carleton University Special Constable Program for a five‑year term ending June 30, 2029. Several reports—including the Drive2 Strategy Update, Use‑of‑Force report, and complaints report—will be received for information.

• Approve appointment of 44 RCMP officers as special constables for Canada Day 2024
• Approve one temporary assistance request from South Simcoe Police Service for Canada Day
• Approve six Memoranda of Understanding with RCMP, Belleville, Kingston, London, Waterloo, and South Simcoe Police Services for Canada Day assistance
• Renew Carleton University Special Constable Program agreement for a 5‑year term ending June 30, 2029
• Receive Ottawa Police Service 2023‑2025 Drive2 Strategy Update report for information

The Ottawa Police Service Board ratified pre-approved agreements for Canada Day 2024, including appointing 44 RCMP officers as special constables, a temporary assistance request from South Simcoe Police, and six memoranda of understanding. It also approved a revised 5-year agreement with Carleton University for the Special Constable Program, delegating authority to the Chair and Vice-Chair for appointments and amendments. All other items were received as information.

• Approved 44 RCMP officers as Special Constables for Canada Day 2024
• Approved temporary assistance request from South Simcoe Police for Canada Day
• Approved six Memoranda of Understanding with RCMP, Belleville, Kingston, London, Waterloo, and South Simcoe for Canada Day
• Approved revised Carleton University Special Constable Program agreement for 5 years ending June 30, 2029
• Delegated authority to Chair and Vice-Chair for special constable appointments and agreement amendments

Planning and Housing Committee

The agenda contains no listed items and appears to be a procedural placeholder with no decisions or discussions scheduled.

Ottawa Investment Board

The Ottawa Investment Board will adopt its agenda, confirm the minutes from the May 31, 2024 meeting, and record declarations of interest. The board will receive an update on the Draft Statement of Investment Policies and Procedures for information. No other decisions or motions are listed on the agenda.

• Update on the Draft Statement of Investment Policies and Procedures – recommendation to receive the update for information

The Board reviewed and agreed on changes to the draft Statement of Investment Policies and Procedures. The document will now move forward to Council for final approval.

• Adopted meeting agenda (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes from May 31, 2024 (Carried)
• Approved draft Statement of Investment Policies and Procedures to move to Council (Motion OIB 2024-02-01 Received)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment will hear three applications for minor variances and a consent application. One application for a 3-storey apartment at 53 Willow was granted, while two applications at 1071 Heron and 370 Princeton were refused.

• 53 Willow: Minor variance granted for 3-storey apartment with 10 units
• 1071 Heron: Two minor variance applications refused for 3-unit townhouse
• 370 Princeton: Consent and minor variance applications adjourned from July 3
• Meeting held at Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive
• Panel members include Chair Ann M. Tremblay and John Blatherwick

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is reviewing various consent and minor variance applications. The body is deciding on property subdivisions, building setbacks, and land use permissions across several wards.

• 1128 Maisonneuve: Minor variance for a four-storey apartment building with 10 units
• 1542 Chatelain: Permission application for an automobile service station
• 2094 Boyer: Subdivision for a semi-detached dwelling and a long semi-detached dwelling with two additional units
• 2140 Baseline and 1 Centrepointe: Land conveyance between abutting properties
• 623 Kochar: Minor variance for a two-storey dwelling and three-car garage

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 met on July 16, 2024 to hear land‑use applications for properties in Ward 20 – Osgoode and Ward 5 – West Carleton‑March. The panel granted two consent applications from Romay Automotive Ltd. to subdivide and convey portions of 6079 McVagh Road and to create an easement for shared driveway access. It also approved several minor variance applications, including a coach‑house height increase at 113 Northshire and a two‑storey garage with loft at 4093 Caracourt. A few applications were adjourned to the next meeting.

• Consent Application D08-01-23/B-00279 – Romay Automotive: convey portion of property to southern neighbor and subdivide remaining land into two parcels (granted).
• Consent Application D08-01-23/B-00276 – Romay Automotive: subdivide property into two parcels and establish easement for shared driveway and hydro services for 6079 McVagh Road (granted).
• Minor Variance D08-02-24/A-00158 – Brian Hart: increase building height and area for a coach house at 113 Northshire (granted).
• Consent Application D08-01-24/B-00105 – Tomlinson Development Corp: subdivide 541 Somme into two parcels for future development (granted).
• Minor Variance D08-02-24/A-00163 – Shane and Amy LaBrash: increase floor area and height for a two‑storey garage with loft at 4093 Caracourt (granted).

City Council

The Council is reviewing motions regarding a provincial ban on organic waste from landfills and speed limit changes on Ashton Station Road. The agenda also includes heritage preservation applications and an audit of the Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment.

• Motion to advocate for a provincial ban on organic waste from landfills by 2030
• Proposed 40 km/hr speed limit on Ashton Station Road
• Audit of the Lansdowne 2.0 Redevelopment - Sprint 1
• Heritage alteration applications for 259 Clemow Avenue and Aberdeen Pavilion
• Notice of intention to designate several properties, including Cherry House, under the Ontario Heritage Act

City Council approved the acquisition of 1754 St. Joseph Boulevard for $11 million to be used for transitional housing. The meeting also included several zoning amendments for high-rise developments and the approval of a partnership for a new Aquatic Sports Centre with Carleton University.

• Approved $11M purchase of 1754 St. Joseph Boulevard for transitional housing
• Approved non-binding negotiations and $150,000 for a joint Aquatic Sports Centre with Carleton University
• Approved paid on-street parking in Westboro and Wellington West
• Approved zoning for three towers (up to 36 storeys) at 265 Catherine Street
• Approved zoning for a 40-storey mixed-use development at 70 and 80 Woodridge Crescent
• Approved zoning for an 18-storey mixed-use building at 3030 St. Joseph Boulevard
• Approved $30.2M Front-Ending Agreement with Ashcroft Homes Eastboro Inc. for sewer and pond works
• Supported advocacy for a national guaranteed livable basic income (14-9)

Planning and Housing Committee

The committee is considering a front-ending agreement with Ashcroft Homes Eastboro Inc. for sewer and pond construction. The report covers costs for Interim Pond 2, sanitary sewers, and storm sewer oversizing. It also includes authority to temporarily close Navan Road to facilitate the works.

• $30,213,280 total upset limit for design and construction
• $15,283,166 for Interim Pond 2 construction and land costs
• $6,820,712 for sanitary sewer works
• $8,109,402 for storm sewer oversizing
• Proposed temporary closure of Navan Road

The Committee approved recommendations for a Front-Ending Agreement with Ashcroft Homes Eastboro Inc. for the design and construction of a sanitary sewer, storm sewer oversizing, and an interim pond. The agreement includes a total upset limit of $30,213,280 plus taxes.

• Recommended Council authorize Front-Ending Agreement with Ashcroft Homes Eastboro Inc. up to $30,213,280
• Approved $15,283,166 upset limit for Interim Pond 2 construction and land
• Approved $6,820,712 upset limit for Sanitary Sewer
• Approved $8,109,402 upset limit for Storm Sewer Oversizing
• Approved in principle land payment of $1,853,290 per hectare for Ultimate Stormwater Pond 2
• Authorized General Manager to approve temporary closure of Navan Road (Councillor C. Kitts dissented)
• Suspended notice requirements to allow Council consideration on July 10, 2024 (Councillor C. Kitts dissented)

Built Heritage Committee

The Built Heritage Committee is reviewing several applications for property alterations and new heritage designations. Recommendations include approving demolition and construction at 381 Kent Street and altering the Aberdeen Pavilion. The committee is also considering official heritage designations for multiple properties, including St. Margaret’s Anglican Church.

• Demolition and new construction application at 381 Kent Street
• Alteration application for 259 Clemow Avenue
• Alteration application for Aberdeen Pavilion at 1000 Exhibition Way
• Proposed heritage designations for properties on Primrose Avenue and Somerset Street West
• Proposed heritage designation for Lemieux Island Water Purification Plant

The Built Heritage Committee approved recommendations for the demolition and new construction at 381 Kent Street and alterations to 259 Clemow Avenue and the Aberdeen Pavilion. The Committee also recommended that Council issue Notices of Intention to Designate six different properties under the Ontario Heritage Act.

• Approved demolition and new construction at 381 Kent Street
• Approved alterations to 259 Clemow Avenue with specific setback and conservation conditions
• Approved alterations to the Aberdeen Pavilion (1000 Exhibition Way)
• Recommended Notice of Intention to Designate 85 Primrose Ave E, 755 Somerset St W, and 90 Primrose Ave E/96 Empress Ave (amended to include a stained-glass window)
• Recommended Notice of Intention to Designate Cherry House (257 Clarence Street)
• Recommended Notice of Intention to Designate St. Margaret’s Anglican Church (206 Montréal Road)
• Recommended Notice of Intention to Designate Vachon House (50 Carruthers Avenue)
• Recommended Notice of Intention to Designate Lemieux Island Water Purification Plant (1 Onigam Street)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The agenda consists of procedural items and a motion to move into an in-camera session. This session is proposed for a confidential operational briefing.

• Motion to move In Camera for a confidential operational briefing

The Ottawa Police Service Board held a public meeting on July 9, 2024, that lasted about one minute. The only recorded action was a motion to adjourn the public portion and move in camera for a confidential operational briefing under the Community Safety and Policing Act. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Carried motion to move in camera for a confidential operational briefing (section 44(2)k)
• Adjourned public meeting at 4:01 pm

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The committee is reviewing a survey of rural residential land use and housing starts in villages including Manotick, Greely, Richmond, and Carp. Members will also consider a motion to reduce the speed limit on Ashton Station Road to 40 km/h. Additionally, the agenda includes drainage engineer appointments and grant application reviews.

• Amendment to rural residential land survey regarding housing supply in Manotick, Greely, Richmond, and Carp
• Grant application review for Osgoode Legion under the Rural Community Building Grant Program
• Zoning by-law amendment at 2824 Goodstown Road to prohibit residential development on retained lands
• Appointment of engineer Andy Robinson for the Cassidy Municipal Drain
• Motion to implement a 40 km/h speed limit on Ashton Station Road

The committee approved a grant for the Osgoode Legion and recommended that Council appoint an engineer for the Cassidy and Quaile municipal drains. It also recommended a zoning amendment for 2824 Goodstown Road and a speed limit reduction to 40 km/h on Ashton Station Road.

• Approved Rural Community Building Grant for Osgoode Legion
• Recommended Council approve zoning amendment to prohibit residential development at part of 2824 Goodstown Road
• Recommended Council appoint Andy Robinson, P. Eng of Robinson Consultants Inc. for Cassidy Municipal Drain
• Recommended Council appoint Andy Robinson, P. Eng of Robinson Consultants Inc. for Quaile Municipal Drain
• Recommended Council direct staff to draft a by-law for a 40 km/h speed limit on Ashton Station Road from Ormrod Road to Beckwith 9th Line Road
• Approved amendments to the July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2022 Rural Residential Land Survey report to correct numerical errors
• Confirmed ARAC Minutes 14 from June 6, 2024

Planning and Housing Committee

The committee is reviewing several rezoning applications for high-rise developments. These include projects at 265 Catherine Street, 3030 St. Joseph Boulevard, and Woodridge Crescent. The agenda also includes a review of the Demolition Control By-law.

• Three towers up to 32, 34, and 36 storeys and a new park at 265 Catherine Street
• Four-storey apartment building at 10 Empress Avenue North
• 18-storey mixed-use building at 3030 St. Joseph Boulevard
• High-rise development up to 40 storeys at 70 and 80 Woodridge Crescent
• Amendment to the Demolition Control By-law regarding permit timing

The Planning and Housing Committee recommended that Council approve Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for four development projects. One proposed amendment to the Demolition Control By-law was deferred to September. The committee also received two citywide development and monitoring reports for information.

• Recommended approval of three high-rise towers (32, 34, and 36 storeys) and a public park at 265 Catherine Street
• Recommended approval of a four-storey apartment building at 10 Empress Avenue North
• Recommended approval of an 18-storey mixed-use building at 3030 St. Joseph Boulevard
• Recommended approval of a mixed-use development up to 40 storeys at 70 and 80 Woodridge Crescent
• Deferred Demolition Control By-law Amendment to September 11, 2024
• Received 2022 Draft Baseline Report on Official Plan Monitoring for information
• Received 2022 Annual Development Report for information
• Confirmed minutes from June 19, 2024

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Ottawa Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 met on July 3, 2024, to review several land-use applications. The committee considered requests for minor variances, property subdivisions, and building permissions. Decisions included granting or refusing various development proposals.

• Granted: Subdivision of 514 Churchill Avenue North into two residential lots
• Refused: Expansion of a building at 1112 Lisgar and 1 Maple
• Withdrawn: Proposal for a 31-unit apartment building at 304-308 Donald
• Granted: Permission for additions to a dwelling at 253 Mackay
• Refused: Garage permit for a single detached dwelling at 48 McNaughton

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The committee is reviewing several proposals related to city property and community services. Key items include the acquisition of property for transitional housing and negotiations for a new aquatic sports centre. The agenda also includes land exchange agreements and updates to affordable housing tax relief.

• Purchase of 1754 St. Joseph Boulevard for $11 million for transitional housing
• Proposed $150,000 expenditure for preliminary design of a new Aquatic Sports Centre
• Land exchange involving Jeanne d’Arc Boulevard and 1015 Tweddle Road
• Updates to the Municipal Housing Facilities By-law regarding property tax relief
• Interest rate reduction for the Thunderbird Management Service Inc lease at Hornet's Nest

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee voted 7-4 to recommend that Council prohibit Members of Council from soliciting or facilitating voluntary donations to the City, adopting Option 2 of a staff report. A motion to instead allow such donations up to $250,000 (Option 1) failed 4-7, and a motion to table the item was ruled out of order, with the Chair sustained 7-4. The committee also approved a revised Municipal Housing Facilities By-law and recommended entering non-binding negotiations with Carleton University for a joint Aquatic Sports Centre, including up to $150,000 for preliminary design. The minutes end mid-item on the Thunderbird Management Service Inc. lease and operating agreement, so no outcome is recorded for it.

• Recommended prohibiting Members of Council from soliciting/facilitating donations (Option 2) — Carried 7-4
• Motion to permit Member-negotiated donations up to $250,000 (Option 1) — Lost 4-7
• Motion to lay item 5.1 on the table — ruled out of order; Chair sustained 7-4
• Approved revised Municipal Housing Facilities By-law with updated affordable housing definition and tax-exemption reinvestment — Carried
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions — Received
• Recommended non-binding negotiations with Carleton University for a joint Aquatic Sports Centre — Carried
• Recommended up to $150,000 for preliminary design of the joint aquatic facility — Carried
• Thunderbird Management Service Inc. lease and operating agreement — no outcome recorded (minutes end mid-item)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment reviewed several applications for property variances and land subdivisions across various wards. While most applications for residential modifications and subdivisions were granted, a major development proposal was refused. The meeting also addressed requests for garage permits and deck projections.

• Refusal of a nine-storey mixed-use building with 56 units at 630 Montreal
• Consent to subdivide 1356 Louis into two parcels for residential development
• Approval for construction of two detached dwellings at 10 Chippewa and 7 Starwood
• Permission for a front-facing garage at 556 Mansfield
• Consent to subdivide 130, 150 Rossignol into two parcels for financing

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

The committee will receive a presentation regarding an update to the 2025 budget process. The meeting also includes procedural items such as confirming the agenda and previous minutes.

• Budget 2025 process update presentation
• Confirmation of April 9, 2024, meeting minutes

Transportation Committee

The committee is reviewing updates to citywide parking rates and the introduction of paid parking in Westboro and Wellington West. Members will also consider a proposal to lower speed limits in parts of the Fernbank area. Additionally, the 2023 Parking Services Annual Report will be presented.

• Introduction of paid on-street parking in Westboro and Wellington West
• City-wide on-street parking rate changes for inflation and demand-based pricing
• Speed limit reduction from 50km/h to 40km/h on select Fernbank area streets
• Review of the 2023 Parking Services Annual Report

The committee approved the introduction of paid on-street parking in Westboro and Wellington West. Members also voted to reduce speed limits to 40 km/h on several streets in the Fernbank area and affirmed the funding parameters for the Parking Initiatives Grant Program.

• Approved paid on-street parking in Westboro and Wellington West (Carried)
• Rejected motion to delay paid parking until Stage 2 light rail service (3-8)
• Affirmed Parking Initiatives Grant Program funding method (Carried)
• Retained full balance of Parking Reserve Fund (Carried)
• Approved 40 km/h speed limit reduction for sections of Abbott, Cope, Rouncey, and Cranesbill (Carried)
• Received on-street parking rate change information (Received)
• Confirmed May 23, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Community Services Committee

The committee will consider approving new municipal commemoration and commemorative naming policies. It will also review the Vanier Culture in Action Cultural Revitalization Plan. Additionally, members will receive an update on the Integrated Transition to Housing Strategy.

• New Municipal Commemoration and Commemorative Naming Policies
• Vanier Culture in Action Cultural Revitalization Plan
• Integrated Transition to Housing Strategy Update
• Inquiry response regarding social service providers with religious affiliations

The Community Services Committee approved new policies for municipal commemoration and commemorative naming, including a new working group. The committee also approved the Vanier Culture in Action Plan and received an update on the Integrated Transition to Housing Strategy. Several staff directions were issued regarding housing, tax clinics, and cultural equity.

• Approved Municipal Commemoration and Commemorative Naming policies
• Approved Commemoration Policy Working Group Terms of Reference
• Delegated minor naming authority to General Manager of RCFS
• Approved Vanier Culture in Action Plan
• Received Integrated Transition to Housing Strategy update
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions

City Council

The council will consider an action plan for a city-wide wildlife strategy, including beaver management and culvert reviews. The agenda also includes decisions on new heritage property designations and the approval of 2023 financial statements.

• Approval of Wildlife Strategy Action Plan and beaver management initiatives
• Heritage designation for properties at 149, 152, 156-158, 198, and 217 Rideau Street
• Appointment of KPMG LLP as auditor for Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc.
• Review of audits for the Purchasing Card Program and Climate Change Master Plan
• Studies for new Heritage Conservation Districts in areas including Golden Triangle and Bank Street

Ottawa City Council approved the Solid Waste Master Plan and a long-range financial plan that moves Solid Waste Services toward a fully recoverable fee model, phased in as part of the 2025 budget. Council also approved the Infrastructure Master Plan as amended, several zoning amendments, and heritage designations, and authorized the City Manager to proceed with settlement steps on Stage 2 LRT claims following a closed session. A motion to ban organic waste from landfills was deferred to the July 10, 2024 meeting.

• Approved the Solid Waste Master Plan and directed staff to begin Year 1 actions
• Approved a fully recoverable fee model for Solid Waste Services, to be phased in as part of the 2025 budget
• Approved the Infrastructure Master Plan as amended (Kavanagh dissenting on recommendation 1.e)
• Authorized the City Manager to proceed with next steps to settle Stage 2 LRT claims, not reported out publicly
• Deferred the motion on banning organic waste from landfills to the July 10, 2024 meeting
• Approved zoning amendments at 8 Withrow Avenue, 910 March Road (Devine dissenting), 3745 St. Joseph Boulevard, 1640/1660 Carling Avenue, 3095 Palladium Drive, and Expansion Road/Promontory Place
• Approved the Wildlife Strategy Review action plan (Kavanagh dissenting on recommendation 5)
• Approved heritage designations and Notices of Intention to Designate for multiple Rideau Street and other properties

Ottawa Police Service Board

The board is considering a motion to move into an in-camera session. This private meeting would cover updates on event management, Canada Day briefings, and equipment maintenance contracts.

• Update on demonstrations and event management
• Canada Day briefing
• Equipment maintenance contract
• Labour relations, personnel, and legal matters

The Ottawa Police Service Board held a public meeting on June 24, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. by electronic participation. No declarations of interest were filed. The board carried a motion to adjourn the public portion of the meeting to move In Camera under Section 44(2) of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, to discuss listed subjects including demonstrations and event management, a Canada Day briefing, an equipment maintenance contract, labour relations matters, a request for temporary assistance for the National Canada Day Celebration, personnel and legal matters. The public meeting adjourned at 14:01 pm; the minutes record no substantive decisions taken in public.

• Carried motion to move In Camera under Section 44(2) of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019
• Public meeting adjourned at 14:01 pm
• No declarations of interest filed

Audit Committee

The committee will review the first sprint of an agile audit regarding the Lansdowne 2.0 Redevelopment. The report recommendation is for the committee to receive the audit and recommend that Council approve its findings. The agenda also includes the confirmation of minutes from the June 10, 2024, meeting.

• Agile Audit of the Lansdowne 2.0 Redevelopment - Sprint 1
• Confirmation of June 10, 2024, meeting minutes

The Audit Committee carried the Office of the Auditor General's report recommendation on the Agile Audit of the Lansdowne 2.0 Redevelopment - Sprint 1, meaning the Committee received the audit report and recommends that Council consider and approve its recommendations. The Committee also carried a motion to add the report and supporting documents to the agenda, since they had not been circulated with the agenda package. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were procedural, with no declarations of interest, no in camera items, no notices of motion, and no inquiries.

• Carried the OAG report recommendation to receive the Lansdowne 2.0 Sprint 1 audit report and recommend Council consider and approve its recommendations
• Carried Motion No. AC 2024-07-01 (moved by D. Brown) to add the Lansdowne 2.0 audit report and supporting documents to the agenda
• Carried confirmation of the Audit Committee minutes of June 10, 2024 (AC Minutes 6)

Ottawa Police Service Board

The board will consider a five-year agreement renewal for the City of Ottawa Transit Services Special Constable Program ending in 2029. Members will also review reports regarding 10-year traffic stop race data and the costs of 2023 demonstrations. Additionally, the board may delegate authority to manage policing resources for Canada Day 2024.

• Renewal of agreement with City of Ottawa Transit Services Special Constable Program through 2029
• 10-Year Traffic Stop Race Data Collection Report
• Report on the costs of demonstrations in 2023
• Ottawa Police Service 2023 Annual Report
• Delegation of authority for Canada Day 2024 policing assistance

The Ottawa Police Service Board approved a revised agreement continuing the City of Ottawa Transit Services Special Constable Program for a 5-year term ending June 30, 2029. The Board also delegated authority to the Chair and Vice-Chair to approve special constable appointments and temporary assistance requests for Canada Day 2024, with any such actions to be reported at the next regular meeting. Most other items were received for information, including the 10-Year Traffic Stop Race Data Collection Report, the 2023 OPS Annual Report, and the 2023 Professional Standards Unit Annual Report. The Board met in a closed session before the public meeting on 16 matters including demonstrations, Canada Day, labour relations, and legal matters.

• Approved revised City of Ottawa Transit Services Special Constable Program agreement for 5-year term ending June 30, 2029
• Delegated authority to Chair and Vice-Chair to approve Canada Day 2024 special constable appointments and temporary assistance requests
• Received 10-Year Traffic Stop Race Data Collection Report for information
• Received OPS 2023 Annual Report for information
• Received 2023 Professional Standards Unit Annual Report for information
• Received response to Inquiry I-24-01 on 2023 demonstration costs for information
• Received 2024-2027 Strategic Plan semi-annual report for information
• Confirmed agenda and Minutes #101 of May 27, 2024 meeting

Joint Planning and Housing and Environment and Climate Change Committee

The committee is reviewing recommendations to approve the city's Infrastructure Master Plan. This plan includes strategies for water, wastewater, and stormwater management. The report also proposes two new permanent staff positions to support infrastructure capacity management.

• Approval of the Infrastructure Master Plan
• New water and wastewater projects
• Stormwater Management Strategy implementation
• Creation of two permanent staff positions
• Infrastructure planning for Tewin and South Urban communities

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee is considering several zoning amendments for residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects across the city. The meeting also includes an inquiry regarding property tax forgiveness for non-profit housing providers.

• Proposed six high-rise buildings (18 to 40 storeys) at 1640 and 1660 Carling Avenue
• Eight-storey mixed-use building and stacked dwellings at 8 Withrow Avenue
• Hotel and retail uses at 3745 St. Joseph Boulevard
• Zoning change to permit a car wash at 3095 Palladium Drive
• Inquiry regarding property tax forgiveness for non-profit housing providers

The Planning and Housing Committee approved several report recommendations to be sent to Council for final approval. These include zoning changes for high-rise buildings, townhouses, a hotel, and a car wash.

• Recommended approval of townhouse units and a parkette at Borrisokane, Expansion Road, and Promontory Place
• Recommended approval of an 8-storey mixed-use building and two 3-storey dwellings at 8 Withrow Avenue
• Recommended approval of six mixed-use high-rise buildings (18-40 storeys) and a public park at 1640 and 1660 Carling Avenue
• Recommended approval of a car wash at 3095 Palladium Drive
• Recommended approval of a 9-storey mixed-use building at 910 March Road
• Recommended approval of a hotel, retail food store, and retail uses at 3745 St. Joseph Boulevard
• Confirmed minutes from May 22, 2024
• Received update report on Central Experimental Farm Working Group

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee will review a presentation regarding the Essential Health and Social Supports Program Review. Members will also consider a motion to rescind support for the e-scooter pilot due to safety concerns for vulnerable pedestrians. Additionally, the committee will confirm minutes from May 2024.

• Motion to rescind support for the e-scooter pilot program
• Essential Health and Social Supports (EHSS) Program Review presentation
• Confirmation of May 21 and May 28, 2024, meeting minutes

The Accessibility Advisory Committee voted to rescind its previous support for the city's e-scooter pilot program. The committee expressed concerns regarding safety for vulnerable pedestrians and recommended that the city improve reporting mechanisms for non-compliance. Additionally, the committee received a presentation on the Essential Health and Social Supports program.

• Confirmed minutes from May 21 and May 28 meetings
• Received presentation on Essential Health and Social Supports
• Rescinded support for e-scooter pilot program (4-3)

Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The committee will also receive information regarding gender-based violence, mental well-being, and the transition of Crime Prevention Ottawa.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Update on Gender-Based Violence and Mental Well-Being priorities
• Update on the transition of Crime Prevention Ottawa

The committee acclaimed its new leadership for one-year terms. Members also received informational updates regarding gender-based violence, mental well-being, and the transition of Crime Prevention Ottawa.

• Confirmed minutes from March 18, 2024 (Carried)
• Acclaimed Tom D'Amico as Chair for a one-year term
• Acclaimed Claire Kendall as Vice-Chair for a one-year term
• Received update on Gender-Based Violence and Mental Well-Being for information
• Received update on the transition of Crime Prevention Ottawa for information

Environment and Climate Change Committee

The committee is reviewing recommendations for the Solid Waste Master Plan and a long-range financial plan for waste services. The agenda also includes updates to tree programs, including new dedication fees and a directive for a city-wide tree equity analysis.

• Approval of the Solid Waste Master Plan and Year 1 implementation actions
• Proposed transition to a fully recoverable fee model for waste services
• New Tree Dedication Program fees: $995 for personal and $1,750 for community dedications
• Creation of a new Private Land Tree Planting Program
• Directive for staff to conduct a tree equity analysis using American Forests methodology

The Environment and Climate Change Committee recommended that Council approve the Solid Waste Master Plan and directed staff to begin Year 1 actions. It also recommended a funding plan for the plan, including a fully recoverable fee model for waste services, a 15 per cent Solid Waste debt service limit, and exploring a separate development charge. Separately, the committee recommended changes to the tree program, including new dedication fees and a private land planting program, and directed staff to undertake a tree equity analysis. All items carried as presented; the committee also approved a motion on advocating for a provincial organics landfill ban.

• Recommended Council approve the Solid Waste Master Plan and begin Year 1 implementation (carried)
• Recommended Council approve the Solid Waste Services Long Range Financial Plan 2025-2053, including a fully recoverable fee model (carried)
• Recommended Council approve a 15 per cent Solid Waste debt service limit (carried)
• Recommended Council direct staff to explore a separate Solid Waste development charge (carried)
• Recommended Council approve Tree Program Review early actions, including Tree Dedication Program fees of $995 and $1,750 per tree (carried)
• Recommended Council direct staff to undertake a tree equity analysis using the American Forests methodology (carried)
• Approved a motion directing staff to advocate to the MECP for a provincial organics landfill ban by or before 2030 (carried)
• Approved two directions to staff on hazardous waste event accessibility and action suite funding process (carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 reviewed several applications for property changes in Wards 5, 6, and 20. The committee granted requests to subdivide multiple properties into separate parcels and approved a minor variance for a deck setback.

• Consent to subdivide 5195 Dunning into two parcels
• Consent to subdivide 919 William Mooney into three parcels
• Consent to subdivide 897 William Mooney into three parcels
• Minor variance for a reduced rear yard setback at 205 Cranesbill

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 met to decide on several land use applications. Decisions included approving a subdivision at 1729 Queensdale and a commercial-to-residential conversion at 1316 Carling. One application for semi-detached dwellings at 1486 Baseline was refused.

• Subdivision of 1729 Queensdale into four detached dwellings [Granted]
• Commercial to residential conversion at 1316 Carling [Granted]
• Roof-top terrace construction at 150 Billings [Granted]
• Refusal of semi-detached dwelling application at 1486 Baseline [Refused]
• Reduced lot widths for two dwellings at 115 Rita [Granted]

Joint Agriculture and Rural Affairs and Environment and Climate Change Committee

The Joint Agriculture and Rural Affairs and Environment and Climate Change Committees are reviewing the Wildlife Strategy Review report. The committees will consider recommending that Council approve the proposed city-wide action plan.

• Wildlife Strategy Review action plan recommendation (File No. ACS2024-SI-CCR-0001)

Board of Health

The Ottawa Board of Health is reviewing the 2023 Annual Report and an update on the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. The agenda includes discussions on infectious disease case and contact management and the Q1 2024 budget status report. A closed session will also address cyber security at Ottawa Public Health.

• Ottawa Public Health 2023 Annual Report
• Strategic Plan for 2023-2027 update
• Infectious disease case and contact management approach
• 2024 Q1 operating and capital budget status report
• Cyber security at Ottawa Public Health (in-camera)

The Board passed a resolution supporting a national Basic Income Guarantee for people over 17 and called on federal and provincial governments to collaborate on its implementation. The Board also directed the Medical Officer of Health to advocate for the continuation of wastewater testing at the University of Ottawa.

• Approved support for a national Basic Income Guarantee for people over 17
• Directed Chair to write to the Prime Minister and Senate regarding Bills C-223 and S-233
• Directed Medical Officer of Health to advocate for continued wastewater testing at University of Ottawa
• Approved 2023 Annual Report for forwarding to Ottawa City Council
• Requested Minister of Health review funding and surveillance tools for infectious disease management
• Confirmed minutes of the April 15 meeting
• Received 2024 Q1 operating and capital budget status report

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

The committee will review the 2023 annual reports for Ottawa Fire Services and the Ottawa Paramedic Service. These reports are presented to the committee for information only.

• Ottawa Fire Services 2023 Annual Report
• Ottawa Paramedic Service 2023 Annual Report
• Confirmation of May 16, 2024, meeting minutes

The committee received the 2023 annual reports for Ottawa Fire Services and the Ottawa Paramedic Service. Members approved motions requiring the Paramedic Service to provide response time data by transect and requesting the Mayor advocate to the Ontario Minister of Health regarding hospital offload delays.

• Confirmed minutes from May 16, 2024
• Received Ottawa Fire Services 2023 Annual Report
• Received Ottawa Paramedic Service 2023 Annual Report
• Approved motion for Paramedic Service to report response times by transect
• Approved motion requesting Mayor to advocate for solutions to offload delays

Police Service Board Finance and Audit Committee

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Transit Commission

The Transit Commission will receive an update on OC Transpo's rail, bus, and Para Transpo services. The meeting includes recommendations to close specific capital projects and approve various budget adjustments. Members will also review the Q1 status report for the 2024 transit operating and capital budget.

• OC Transpo update regarding Rail, Bus, and Para Transpo
• Proposed closure of capital projects and budget adjustments
• Reallocation of $7,721,287 from the Transit Capital supported reserve
• Review of 2024 Transit Operating and Capital Budget Q1 Status Report
• Report on contracts awarded between July 1, 2023, and December 31, 2023

The Transit Commission recommended that Council authorize the closing of specific capital projects and approve related budget adjustments. The commission also received several status reports for information and confirmed previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended Council authorize closing of capital projects listed in Document 1 (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve budget adjustments detailed in Document 2 (Carried)
• Recommended Council return balances to reserves including $7,721,287 to Transit Capital supported reserve (Carried)
• Recommended Council eliminate $1,677,600 in debt authority (Carried)
• Confirmed TTC Minutes 12 from April 11, 2024 (Carried)
• Confirmed TTC-LRSC Minutes 2 from May 31, 2024 (Carried)
• Received 2024 Transit Operating and Capital Budget Q1 Status Report for information
• Received report on contracts awarded July 1 to December 31, 2023 for information

City Council

The Ottawa City Council is reviewing an option to purchase 100 Constellation Drive for approximately $12.2 million. The council is also considering a pilot program for living snow fences in rural areas that provides grants up to $15,000 per property. Other items include capital budget adjustments and the appointment of a board member for Ottawa Community Housing.

• Option to purchase 100 Constellation Drive for $10,000,000 plus estimated closing costs
• Living snow fence pilot program with grants up to $15,000 per property
• Release of $105,946,011 from the Transit Capital reserve commitment
• Appointment of Jonathan Byrd to the Ottawa Community Housing Corporation Board
• Transfer of $80,000 from City Wide Capital Reserve Funds to Parks Asset Management

City Council authorized the purchase of a 17-acre site at 100 Constellation Drive for $10 million plus closing costs. Council also approved a rural living snow fence pilot program and several temporary road closures for community events.

• Approved purchase of 100 Constellation Drive for $10M plus estimated $2.2M in costs
• Approved living snow fence pilot program for rural Ottawa with max $15,000 per property
• Authorized closing of capital projects and budget adjustments including $80,000 for Parks Asset Management
• Approved increase to Paramedic Service Central Ambulance Communication Centre base budget
• Appointed Andy Robinson as Engineer for Tompkins Diversion and Blaser Municipal Drains
• Approved $300,000 reduction in annual Sinking Fund Levy
• Approved road closures for Centretown Health Centre, Glebe block parties, and Italian Festival
• Approved closure of George Street right-of-way for a new 2,500 seat performance venue

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Board will review proposed amendments to policies regarding delegation of authority, fund development, commemorative naming, and sponsorship. Members will also receive an update on the Ādisōke construction and operational planning. A closed session is scheduled for a cybersecurity update.

• Amendments to Delegation of Authority, Fund Development, Commemorative Naming, and Sponsorship policies
• Update on Ādisōke construction and operational planning
• Report on 2023 fraud and waste claims
• Cybersecurity update (in camera)
• Presentation regarding an Order of Friendship recipient at Centre 507

The Board approved amendments to policies regarding delegation of authority, fund development, commemorative naming, and sponsorship. Trustees also received updates on the Ādisōke construction project, which remains on schedule and on budget, and held an in-camera session regarding cybersecurity.

• Approved amendments to four OPL policies (Carried)
• Received update on Ādisōke construction and operational planning
• Received report on Public Library Association 2024 Conference
• Held in-camera session on cybersecurity (Carried)

Built Heritage Committee

The Built Heritage Committee is reviewing recommendations for several property heritage designations. The committee is also directing staff to conduct studies and feasibility assessments for various Heritage Conservation Districts.

• Proposed heritage designations for properties on Beechwood Avenue, Marier Avenue, and St. Laurent Boulevard
• Proposed heritage designations for multiple properties on Rideau Street
• Recommendation to proceed with designations for 119 Bradford Street and 73 Rideau Street
• Planned heritage studies for the Golden Triangle, Dundonald Park, and Bank Street
• Feasibility assessments for Beaverbrook and Macdonald Gardens Park

The Built Heritage Committee carried recommendations to advance heritage designations for properties on Bradford, Rideau, Beechwood, Marier, and St. Laurent streets. The committee also approved a plan to complete studies and feasibility assessments for several Heritage Conservation Districts across the city. All recommendations were carried without a recorded vote tally.

• Recommended proceeding with designation for 119 Bradford Street and 73 Rideau Street
• Recommended issuing Notices of Intention to Designate for 94 Beechwood Ave, 241 Marier Ave, and 275 St. Laurent Blvd
• Recommended issuing Notices of Intention to Designate for 149, 152, 156-158, 198, and 217 Rideau Street
• Recommended directing staff to complete HCD studies for Golden Triangle, Dundonald Park, and Bank Street
• Recommended directing staff to complete HCD feasibility assessments for Beaverbrook, Macdonald Gardens, Wellington St W, and Island Park Drive
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions for information

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is reviewing reports from the Office of the Auditor General regarding the purchasing card program and the Climate Change Master Plan. The committee will also consider the 2023 consolidated financial statements and sinking fund financial statements for recommendation to Council.

• Audit of the Purchasing Card Program
• Audit of the Climate Change Master Plan
• 2023 City of Ottawa Consolidated Financial Statements
• 2023 Sinking Fund Financial Statements

The Audit Committee carried four recommendations to Council: receiving the Office of the Auditor General's audits of the Purchasing Card Program and the Climate Change Master Plan, and approving the 2023 City of Ottawa Consolidated Financial Statements and the 2023 Sinking Fund Financial Statements. All items were carried as presented; no vote tallies were recorded. The meeting also confirmed the minutes of the March 8, 2024 meeting. There were no in camera items, notices of motion, inquiries, or other business.

• Carried: Audit Committee receive the Purchasing Card Program audit report and recommend Council consider and approve its recommendations
• Carried: Audit Committee receive the Climate Change Master Plan audit report and recommend Council consider and approve its recommendations
• Carried: Audit Committee recommend Council approve the 2023 City of Ottawa Consolidated Financial Statements
• Carried: Audit Committee recommend Council approve the 2023 Sinking Fund Financial Statements
• Carried: Confirmation of Audit Committee Minutes 5 – March 8, 2024

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The committee is reviewing recommendations to appoint Andy Robinson of Robinson Consultants Inc. as the engineer of record for the Tompkins Diversion and Blaser municipal drains. These appointments are intended to assess drain status and respond to a petition under the Drainage Act.

• Appointment of engineer for Tompkins Diversion Municipal Drain
• Appointment of engineer for Blaser Municipal Drain
• ROMA 2024 Conference Delegate Report

The committee approved a motion to design a pilot grant program for living snow fences in partnership with conservation authorities. It also recommended that Council appoint an engineer for two municipal drain reports in Osgoode.

• Approved motion to design a living snow fence grant pilot program for 2025
• Recommended Council appoint Andy Robinson, P. Eng for Tompkins Diversion Municipal Drain report
• Recommended Council appoint Andy Robinson, P. Eng for Blaser Municipal Drain report
• Confirmed minutes from May 2, 2024

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment reviewed various property applications, including building additions and new carports. Decisions included granting permits for 296 Metcalfe and 296 Manor, but refusing a five-unit dwelling at 6 Oak. Applications for low-rise apartment buildings were also processed.

• Addition to mixed-use building at 296 Metcalfe [Granted]
• New carport at 296 Manor [Granted]
• Three-storey low-rise apartment at 212 Carruthers [Granted]
• Low-rise apartment dwelling at 171 Armstrong [Granted]
• Five-unit, three-storey stacked dwelling at 6 Oak [Refused]

Planning and Housing Committee

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Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The committee will review the city's 2023 investment results and procurement year in review. It will also consider closing capital projects, which includes releasing over $105 million from transit reserves. Additionally, members will discuss an option to purchase a 6.88-hectare site for $10 million.

• Option to purchase 100 Constellation Drive for $10,000,000 plus estimated closing costs
• Release of $105,946,011 from the Transit Capital reserve commitment
• Reduction of the annual Sinking Fund Levy by $300,000
• Increase to the Paramedic Service CACC base budget
• Approval of 2024 Departmental French Language Services Operational Plans

The committee recommended that Council purchase a 17-acre site at 100 Constellation Drive and approved various capital budget adjustments. It also directed staff to explore late appeal options for the Vacant Unit Tax and approved 2024 French Language Services operational plans.

• Recommended Council purchase 100 Constellation Drive for $10,000,000 plus estimated costs of $2,200,000
• Approved $80,000 transfer from City Wide Capital Reserve Funds to 2024 Parks Asset Management Budget
• Recommended Council approve a $300 thousand reduction in the annual Sinking Fund Levy
• Recommended Council authorize closing of capital projects and budget adjustments as detailed in report ACS2024-FCS-FSP-0009
• Recommended Council increase the Paramedic Service Central Ambulance Communication Centre base budget (100% Province funded)
• Recommended Council approve 2024 Departmental French Language Services Operational Plans
• Directed staff to explore allowing property owners to declare property status after Vacant Unit Tax appeal deadlines

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 met to review applications for land subdivision and minor variances. The session included decisions on proposals for townhouses, semi-detached dwellings, and detached units across various wards. Some items were granted, while others were refused or adjourned.

• 786 McKellar: Subdivision into four townhouse parcels (Granted)
• 1451 Woodward: Subdivision for a semi-detached dwelling (Granted)
• 944 Woodroffe: Subdivision for two semi-detached dwellings (Granted)
• 176 Oakridge: Subdivision for residential development (Refused)
• 7 Starwood: Reduced lot widths for two detached dwellings

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 reviewed several applications for property variances and land subdivisions. The meeting included decisions on converting garages to coach houses and creating new residential lots. Most presented applications were granted.

• Minor variance at 1342 Corkery to convert a garage into a coach house
• Subdivision of 7925 Parkway into three separate parcels
• Residential subdivision of 1929 8th Line into three parcels
• Property subdivision at 3973 Yorks Corners for a farm dwelling lot
• Accessory building variance at 3390 Borrisokane in a flood plain

Ottawa Investment Board

The Ottawa Investment Board is meeting for the first time to adopt its procedure by-law and mandatory policies, and to approve hiring Eckler Ltd. to help manage the request for proposals for an outsourced Chief Investment Officer. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering minutes, declarations of interest, and adjournment.

• Adoption of OIB Procedure By-law and policies for land sales, employee hiring, and procurement
• Approval to hire Eckler Ltd. as consultant for Outsourced Chief Investment Officer RFP
• Rules for use of Board resources during election period
• Public speaking registration deadline: May 29, 2024 at 11:30 am

The Ottawa Investment Board adopted its Procedure By-law and mandatory policies regarding land sale, hiring, and procurement. The Board also authorized the hiring of Eckler Ltd. to help manage the RFP process for an Outsourced Chief Investment Officer.

• Approved Ottawa Investment Board Procedure By-law (Carried)
• Approved policies for sale and disposition of land, hiring of employees and procurement of goods and services (Carried)
• Approved rules and procedures for use of Board resources during election campaign periods (Carried)
• Approved hiring of Eckler Ltd. to assist in the RFP process for an Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (Carried)

Light Rail Sub-Committee

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Ottawa Police Service Board

The board adjourned the public portion of the meeting to discuss two labour relations matters in private. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to move in camera to discuss two labour relations matters

Joint Transit Commission and Light Rail Sub-Committee

The Joint Transit Commission and Light Rail Sub-Committee is reviewing updates regarding the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project and a review of cartridge bearing assemblies. The meeting also includes an OC Transpo update on rail, bus, and Para Transpo services.

• Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project update
• Cartridge Bearing Assembly Review
• OC Transpo Update – Rail, Bus, and Para Transpo
• Inquiry response regarding Cant Angles in LRT Curves

The Joint Meeting received reports on the Cartridge Bearing Assembly Review and the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project for information. Staff were directed to provide a safety management update for the Line 1 vehicle/track interface by the end of Q3 2024.

• Received Cartridge Bearing Assembly Review report for information
• Directed staff to provide update on Line 1 vehicle/track interface Safety Management by end of Q3 2024
• Received Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Project report for information

City Council

Ottawa City Council approved a heritage permit to demolish the building at 267 O'Connor Street, conditional on the applicant building a Privately Owned Public Space. Council also authorized an agreement with Ontario's Ministry of Transportation and up to $5,403,185.84 to build cycling facilities on the Maitland Avenue bridge over Highway 417. Council approved the firm three-garbage-item limit starting September 30, 2024, with the Yellow Bag Program used for households exceeding three items, and passed zoning amendments for 224 Preston Street, 1927 Maple Grove Road and 451 Smyth Road. Council also approved road closures for several summer events and passed a by-law correcting the Development Charges By-law 2024-218 transitional rate date to May 14, 2024.

• Approved demolition at 267 O'Connor Street, conditional on a Privately Owned Public Space (Carried)
• Authorized up to $5,403,185.84 to reimburse Ontario for Maitland Avenue bridge cycling facilities (Carried)
• Approved three-garbage-item limit from Sept 30, 2024, with Yellow Bag Program for excess (Carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for six-storey mixed-use building at 224 Preston Street (Carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for townhomes at 1927 Maple Grove Road (Carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for six-storey medical research facility at 451 Smyth Road (Carried)
• Approved redirecting $250,000 in Section 37 funds plus ~$550,000 in encroachment fees to Somerset Square (Carried as amended)
• Approved road closures for Orléans Craft Beer Festival, Chinatown Night Market, Parkdale Night Market and Vegans Who Snack (Carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding its 13th meeting of 2024 electronically. The agenda includes a presentation on the Duty to Consult under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, with a recommendation that the committee receive the presentation and provide feedback. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering notices, declarations of interest, and adjournment.

• Presentation: Duty to Consult - Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (receive and provide feedback)
• Meeting held electronically via Zoom (meeting no. 89921802221)
• Deadline to register to speak or submit written comments: 4 pm on meeting day
• Next meeting scheduled for June 18, 2024

The Committee received a staff presentation regarding the Duty to Consult under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Members discussed park accessibility and safety concerns regarding multi-use pathways shared by pedestrians and cyclists.

• Received presentation on Duty to Consult - Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005

Community Services Committee

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Ottawa Police Service Board

The board will consider a motion to move into an in-camera session to discuss several private items. These topics include updates on major events, cyber security strategy, and labour relations.

• Operational Update regarding Major Events and Demonstrations
• Review of Operations for February 16-18, 2024
• OPS Cyber Security Strategy Report - First Quarter 2024
• Labour Relations Unit Report - First Quarter 2024
• Legal Services Report - First Quarter 2024

The board adjourned the public portion of the meeting to discuss operational, legal, and labour relations matters in a closed session. No substantive decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved motion to move In Camera to discuss operational updates, labour relations, cyber security, and legal matters

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board is meeting to approve the Office of the Auditor General's 2024-2027 Audit Work Plan, approve attendance and sponsorship for police conferences, and consider several policy updates and contract renewals. The board will also receive reports on operations, finances, performance, and workforce management for the first quarter of 2024.

• Approve OAG 2024-2027 Audit Work Plan for Ottawa Police Service
• Approve attendance and $1,000 sponsorship for CAPG 2024 conference in Halifax
• Delegate authority to Chief to renew Garda Canada security screening contract at Ottawa Courthouse (June 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025)
• Approve continuation of OC Transpo Special Constable Program MOU until September 30, 2024
• Approve amended Board Policy GA-8 Legal Services and new CSPA policies on conflict of interest and complaints involving Chief or Deputy

The Board approved the Auditor General's 2024-2027 Audit Work Plan and updated several board policies. It also authorized a contract extension for courthouse security and the continuation of the OC Transpo Special Constable Program.

• Approved Office of the Auditor General’s 2024-2027 Audit Work Plan (Carried)
• Approved attendance at CAPG Conference and CACP Annual Summit and a $1,000 sponsorship (Carried as amended)
• Approved amended Board Policy GA-8 Legal Services (Carried)
• Approved board policies required by the Community Safety and Policing Act (Carried)
• Delegated authority to Chief of Police to renew Garda Canada Security Corp. contract for Ottawa Courthouse (Carried)
• Approved continuation of OC Transpo Special Constable Program until September 30, 2024 (Carried)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee approved recommendations to fund new cycling facilities on the Maitland Avenue bridge and authorized amendments to several right-of-way by-laws. The committee also approved a motion to redirect construction encroachment fees toward public realm improvements around Somerset Square.

• Approved recommendations to amend Private Approach, Road Activity, and Use and Care of Roads By-laws (Carried)
• Recommended Council authorize agreement with Ontario Ministry of Transportation for Maitland Avenue bridge cycling facilities (Carried)
• Recommended Council allocate up to $5,403,185.84 from Major Active Transportation Structures Program budget for bridge cycling facilities (Carried)
• Approved motion to direct estimated $550,000 in temporary construction encroachment fees to a deferred revenue account for Somerset Square public realm improvements (Carried)
• Confirmed TRC Minutes 11 from March 28, 2024 (Carried)

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee is deciding on three zoning by-law amendments and an update to O-Train Proximity Study Guidelines. The zoning items would permit a six-storey mixed-use building at 224 Preston Street, townhomes at 1927 Maple Grove Road, and a six-storey medical research facility at 451 Smyth Road. The committee will also consider delegating authority to the General Manager of Transit Services for future guideline updates.

• Zoning amendment for six-storey mixed-use building at 224 Preston Street
• Zoning amendment for townhome units at 1927 Maple Grove Road
• Zoning amendment for six-storey medical research facility at 451 Smyth Road
• Update to O-Train Proximity Study Guidelines with delegated authority to General Manager, Transit Services
• Information item: Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland reserve balances as of March 31, 2024

The Planning and Housing Committee recommended that Council approve zoning amendments for three properties to allow for a mixed-use building, townhomes, and a medical research facility. The Committee also recommended the approval of updated O-Train Proximity Study Guidelines.

• Recommended Council approve zoning amendment for six-storey mixed-use building at 224 Preston Street (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve zoning amendment for townhome units at 1927 Maple Grove Road (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve zoning amendment for six-storey medical research facility at 451 Smyth Road (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve updated O-Train Proximity Study Guidelines (Carried)
• Recommended Council delegate authority to General Manager, Transit Services, to update O-Train Guidelines (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes from meeting PHC 27 (Carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations on snow plow contractor licensing, special events by-laws, and an accessibility office update, and to provide feedback. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes confirmation and declarations of interest.

• Snow Plow Contractor Licensing Review presentation
• Review of the Special Events By-laws presentation
• Accessibility Office Update presentation
• Confirmation of minutes from April 16, 2024

The Committee rescinded a previous motion supporting the shared e-scooter pilot due to safety concerns for vulnerable pedestrians. It also received informational presentations on snow plow licensing, special events by-laws, and the Municipal Accessibility Plan.

• Confirmed minutes from April 16, 2024 (Carried)
• Received information on Snow Plow Contractor Licensing Review
• Received information on Special Events By-laws review
• Received update on City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan (COMAP)
• Rescinded Motion AAC2023-01-01 to withdraw support for the e-scooter pilot
• Advised City Council to be prepared to stop the e-scooter pilot if safety risks continue
• Advised City staff to make reporting e-scooter non-compliance easier
• Established a Site Plan Review working group with four member volunteers

Environment and Climate Change Committee

The Environment and Climate Change Committee will receive updates on waste diversion programs, including a plan to expand organics collection to all multi-residential properties and the implementation of a three-garbage-item limit. It will also hear about electrifying public works equipment and review recent committee motions.

• Multi-Residential Waste Diversion Strategy Update with cost analysis and 2026 collection contract details
• Curbside Waste Diversion Policy Implementation Plan, including three-garbage-item limit effective September 30, 2024
• Proposal to use Yellow Bag Program for households exceeding three garbage items
• Update on Electrification of Public Works Small Equipment
• Status update on committee inquiries and motions

The committee recommended that Council approve using the Yellow Bag Program for households exceeding the three-item garbage limit starting September 30, 2024. It also recommended that staff pilot tailored enforcement approaches for properties with common pad collection.

• Approved Curbside Waste Diversion Policy Implementation Plan (Carried)
• Approved leveraging Yellow Bag Program for households exceeding three garbage items (Carried)
• Approved directing staff to pilot tailored enforcement for common pad collection properties (Carried)
• Received Multi-Residential Waste Diversion Strategy Update for information (Received)
• Received update on Electrification of Public Works Small Equipment for information (Received)
• Confirmed ECCC Minutes 10 from April 16, 2024 (Carried)

Police Service Board Policy and Governance Committee

The Ottawa Police Service Board's Policy and Governance Committee is meeting to receive updates and provide input on several items, including a review of the Major Events policy (CR-17), the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan, and the Legal Services policy (GA-8). The committee will also review draft policies required under the Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA), including new conflict of interest and complaints policies. These items are for discussion and input, with some being forwarded to the full Board for approval at the May meeting.

• Update on review of Board Policy CR-17 Major Events, including reports from the Ottawa People's Commission
• Update on Ottawa Police Service Board Strategic Plan 2024-2027
• Review of Board Policy GA-8 Legal Services, with updated policy to be forwarded to the Board for approval
• Draft policies under the Community Safety and Policing Act: new Conflict of Interest policy and Complaints involving Chief or Deputy policy
• Confirmation of minutes from March 13, 2024 meeting

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

The Committee recommended that Council approve a new Ottawa Fire Services Establishing By-law and repeal By-law 2009-319. The Committee also received reports on by-law services and a presentation on the Fire Smart Program.

• Recommended Council approve the new Ottawa Fire Services Establishing By-law and repeal By-law 2009-319 (Carried)
• Received the By-law and Regulatory Services 2023 Annual Report for information
• Received the Fire Smart Program presentation for information
• Received the status update on Committee inquiries and motions for the period ending 7 May 2024
• Confirmed EPPSC Minutes 10 from March 21, 2024 (Carried)
• Approved suspension of Rules of Procedure to consider the City of Ottawa Spay/Neuter Clinic inquiry (Carried)

City Council

Ottawa City Council's May 15, 2024 meeting covers major city-wide items: approving the first draft of a new Zoning By-law for public consultation, provisional 2024 Development Charges by-laws, and establishing an Administrative Penalty System for parking and camera-based enforcement. Other items include the Library Services Asset Management Plan, a vacant unit tax exemption for rural abandoned homes, an Irish Famine monument at Macdonald Gardens Park, and the transfer of surplus land at 250 Forestglade Crescent to the Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition for transitional housing.

• New Zoning By-law – Draft 1: Council to receive the first draft for public consultation and authorize future public meetings at joint committee.
• 2024 Provisional Development Charges Background Studies and By-laws: Approve city-wide and area-specific development charge by-laws to replace 2019 versions.
• Administrative Penalty System (APS) for parking and camera-based enforcement: Approve by-laws and policies to replace the Provincial Offences Act system.
• Vacant Unit Tax exemption for rural abandoned homes: Direct staff to report options for exempting century homes and hunt camps.
• Surplus land transfer: Declare 250 Forestglade Crescent surplus and transfer to Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition for transitional housing.

Council established an Administrative Penalty System (APS) to replace the Provincial Offences Act for parking and camera-based violations. The meeting also approved several asset management plans, new development charge by-laws, and the renaming of a community centre.

• Approved Administrative Penalty System for parking and camera violations (Carried; 2 dissenting)
• Approved 2024 City-wide and Area-specific Development Charges by-laws (Carried; 1 dissenting)
• Approved renaming Greenboro Community Centre to Diane Deans Greenboro Community Centre
• Approved transfer of 250 Forestglade Crescent to Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition for transitional housing
• Approved erection of Irish Famine Grave Monument at Macdonald Gardens Park
• Approved Library Services Asset Management Plan
• Approved designation of 290 City Centre Avenue under Ontario Heritage Act
• Approved free parking at City Hall garage from May 24 to May 26, 2024

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is meeting to hear 11 applications for minor variances and property severances across the city, with decisions ranging from granted to refused. The agenda includes residential conversions, lot subdivisions, and a medical facility proposal.

• 2335 Baseline: granted conversion of detached dwelling to two-story rooming house with more units and fewer parking spaces
• 154 Sanford: refused consent and minor variance for subdivision into two lots with reduced widths and parking
• 1545A Merivale: refused minor variance for one-storey medical imaging facility with reduced parking and landscape buffer
• 183 Woodroffe: granted consent and variances for two semi-detached dwellings with reduced setbacks and increased heights
• 10A Ashburn: adjourned sine die consent application for property severance

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 3 met on May 14, 2024, to hear seven applications, all of which were granted. The agenda included consent applications for property conveyances, subdivisions, and easements, as well as minor variances for porch projections. One application, for the subdivision of 2095 Dilworth, was adjourned from a previous meeting and subsequently granted.

• Subdivision of 6930 Fallowfield into three parcels for future residential development (4056671 Canada Inc.)
• Subdivision of 2095 Dilworth into two parcels to create one new parcel for residential development (Dilworth Developments Inc.)
• Conveyance of property portions between 2739 Charters and 2745 Charters
• Establishment of an easement/right-of-way for servicing at 33 Cockburn
• Minor variances for reduced porch/balcony projections at 753 Kinstead and 805 Kinstead (Mattamy, Maple Grove, Ltd.)

Built Heritage Committee

The Committee recommended that Council approve the installation of a Bronze Shoes monument in Macdonald Gardens Park. It also recommended the demolition of 267 O’Connor Street and the designation of 290 City Centre Avenue.

• Approved recommendation for Irish Famine Grave Monument in Macdonald Gardens Park (Carried)
• Approved amendment to specify Macdonald Gardens Park as the only location for Famine monument (Carried)
• Recommended approval of demolition at 267 O’Connor Street conditional on construction of a Privately Owned Public Space (Carried)
• Recommended that Council proceed with the designation of 290 City Centre Avenue under the Ontario Heritage Act (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes from April 9, 2024 (Carried)

French Language Services Advisory Committee

The committee approved changing its meeting start time to 6:30 pm for the remainder of the current Term of Council. Members also received presentations on Francophone participation in recreation and bilingualism training for new hires.

• Confirmed minutes from February 8, 2024 (Carried)
• Approved changing meeting start time to 6:30 pm for the remainder of the Term of Council (Carried)
• Received presentation on Francophone participation in recreation and cultural programs for information
• Received presentation on French-language services and new hire training for information

Transit Commission

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Planning and Housing Committee

The Committee recommended that Council approve provisional 2024 city-wide and area-specific development charge by-laws and background studies. The approval included an amendment to provide a three-month transition period for certain applications. The Committee also recommended a zoning amendment for a property in Kanata North.

• Recommended Council approve Zoning By-law amendment for 1158 Old Second Line Road to permit stacked dwelling units on private streets
• Recommended Council approve provisional 2024 City-wide and Area-specific Development Charges Background Study and Stormwater Management Area-Specific study
• Recommended Council approve provisional City-wide and area-specific Development Charge by-laws to replace 2019 by-laws
• Approved Motion PHC 2024-27-01 to include a three-month transition period for specific development charge applications
• Approved Motion PHC 2024-27-01 to revise charges for Trillium Line Extension, Manotick Water Supply, and Richmond Sanitary Sewer service areas
• Confirmed minutes from April 24, 2024

Finance and Corporate Services Committee

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee will consider several recommendations for City Council, including approving 2024 levies for three conservation authorities, establishing a new administrative penalty system for parking and camera-based enforcement violations, and approving asset management plans. The committee will also review the City Clerk's annual report, an accessibility plan update, and a proposal to declare surplus land at 250 Forestglade Crescent for transfer to the Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition for transitional housing.

• Approve 2024 levies for Rideau Valley, South Nation, and Mississippi Valley Conservation Authorities
• Establish Administrative Penalty System for parking and camera-based enforcement violations
• Approve 2024 Asset Management Plans for multiple city services
• Declare 250 Forestglade Crescent surplus and transfer to Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition for transitional housing
• Approve amendments to Records Retention and Disposition By-law

The Finance and Corporate Services Committee recommended that Council approve an Administrative Penalty System (APS) to replace the Provincial Offences Act process for parking, red-light camera and automated speed enforcement violations; the item carried with Councillor M. Luloff dissenting. The committee also recommended 2024 levies for three conservation authorities, approval of 2024 Asset Management Plans, and the declaration of 250 Forestglade Crescent as surplus for transfer to the Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition for transitional housing. All items are recommendations to Council, which is scheduled to consider them on May 15, 2024.

• Recommended Council approve 2024 levies for Rideau Valley, South Nation and Mississippi Valley Conservation Authorities (carried)
• Recommended Council approve an Administrative Penalty System for parking, red-light camera and automated speed enforcement, replacing the Provincial Offences Act process (carried, Councillor M. Luloff dissenting)
• Recommended Council approve 2024 Asset Management Plans and Library Services renewal components (carried)
• Recommended Council receive the Office of the City Clerk 2023 Annual Report and approve amendments to the Records Retention and Disposition By-law (carried)
• Recommended Council approve the updated Accessibility Policy and Accessible Feedback and Resident Inquiries Procedure, and receive the 2024 Accessibility Plan update (carried)
• Recommended Council declare 250 Forestglade Crescent surplus and transfer it to the Ottawa Aboriginal Coalition for nominal consideration for transitional housing (carried)
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions for the period ending 26 April 2024 (received)
• Confirmed minutes of the April 2, 2024 meeting (carried)

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is meeting to consider several items, including a by-law amendment to update fence-viewing fees, a zoning change to allow a truck transport terminal and warehouse on Boundary and Thunder Roads, and approvals for Rural Community-Building Grant applications. The committee will also discuss a motion to adjust the inflation calculation for West River Drive sewer connection charges and a motion to exempt certain rural abandoned homes from the Vacant Unit Tax declaration process. One motion regarding speed limits on Ashton Station Road has been withdrawn.

• Amendment to By-law 2004-293 to update fence-viewing fees, referencing By-law 2024-33
• Zoning By-law amendment for 5494, 5500, 5510 Boundary Road and 5900 Thunder Road to permit truck transport terminal and warehouse
• Rural Community-Building Grant Program application approvals
• Motion to set sewer connection charge inflation at 2.59% annually for 2020-2025 on West River Drive
• Motion to exempt abandoned century homes and hunt camps from Vacant Unit Tax declaration

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee recommended Council approve a zoning amendment for a truck transport terminal on Boundary Road and Thunder Road. The committee also approved amendments to fence-viewing fees and sewer connection charge indexing. Additionally, it recommended Council consider exempting abandoned rural homes and seasonal properties from the Vacant Unit Tax declaration process.

• Recommended approval of zoning amendment for truck terminal at Boundary/Thunder Roads
• Recommended approval of fence-viewing fee amendment to By-law 2004-293
• Approved Rural Community-Building Grant Program recommendations
• Recommended approval of sewer connection charge indexing amendment for West River Drive
• Recommended Council consider exemptions for abandoned rural homes from Vacant Unit Tax
• Confirmed previous minutes from April 4, 2024
• Received status update on committee inquiries and motions
• Motion on Ashton Station Road speed limits withdrawn

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Ottawa Public Library Board is meeting to vote on several reports, including the Library Services Asset Management Plan, the 2024 Development Charges project list, and the First Quarter 2024 Financial Status Report. They will also consider an Order of Friendship nomination for Centre 507, an Intellectual Freedom Project close-out, and receive the 2023 Annual Report for information.

• Approve Library Services Asset Management Plan and recommend Council approval
• Approve 2024 Development Charges project list for City of Ottawa's 2024-2033 by-law
• Approve closing accounts per WIP Capital Review, transferring $13,272 back to Library Reserves
• Nominate Centre 507 for Order of Friendship for outreach worker pilot program
• Extend OPL Board Intellectual Freedom Position Statement until next term

The Ottawa Public Library Board approved the Library Services Asset Management Plan and the 2024 Development Charges project list, recommending both to City Council. The Board also approved nominating Centre 507 for the Order of Friendship and extended the Intellectual Freedom Position Statement. Several financial and operational reports were received for information, including the Q1 2024 financial status which included a $13,272 transfer to Library Reserves.

• Approved Library Services Asset Management Plan (Carried)
• Approved 2024 Development Charges project list (Carried)
• Approved Centre 507 for Order of Friendship nomination (Carried)
• Approved closing of accounts and $13,272 transfer to Library Reserves (Carried)
• Approved extension of Intellectual Freedom Position Statement (Carried)
• Received Chair's verbal update for information (Received)
• Received Chief Librarian/CEO report for information (Received)
• Confirmed Minutes 12 from April 9, 2024 (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

Ottawa's Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is meeting to hear eight applications for minor variances and consents, mostly to allow reduced lot dimensions for new housing. Decisions are listed as granted or refused on the agenda, with one application for a rooftop patio at 482 Preston and one refused for a detached dwelling at 193 Sunnyside.

• 149 King George: consent and minor variances to subdivide into nine parcels for eight three-storey townhouses (granted)
• 266, 268 Carruthers, 177 Armstrong: consent to subdivide for a low-rise apartment at 266 Carruthers (granted)
• 482 Preston: minor variance for outdoor commercial patio with amplified sound on rooftop (no decision listed)
• 193 Sunnyside: minor variance for two-storey detached dwelling with front-facing garage (refused)
• 75 Slater: minor variance to permit two parking spaces with reduced length (granted)

City Council

Ottawa City Council is meeting to decide on several planning and housing items, including a major secondary plan for Riverside South, a zoning change for a six-storey building on Bank Street, and a motion to study an anti-renovictions by-law. They will also consider funding for a sledding safety study at Mooney's Bay and making the Rain Ready Ottawa stormwater program permanent. The agenda includes many routine items like minutes, by-laws, and petitions.

• Approve up to $150,000 for a feasibility study on safer sledding at Mooney's Bay Park Hill
• Make Rain Ready Ottawa a permanent residential stormwater retrofit program
• Zoning amendment for 1166 Bank Street to permit a six-storey mixed-use building
• Adopt Riverside South Secondary Plan with new town centre zoning and density increase
• Direct staff to review Hamilton's anti-renovictions by-law and report by Q4 2024

Council established the Rain Ready Ottawa stormwater program as a permanent initiative and approved several zoning amendments for mixed-use and residential developments. The city also directed staff to study the feasibility of an anti-renoviction by-law and allocated funds for a sledding hill safety analysis.

• Approved permanent implementation of Rain Ready Ottawa stormwater retrofit program
• Approved $150,000 for Mooney's Bay Park Hill safety feasibility analysis (13-12)
• Approved zoning amendment for six-storey mixed-use building at 1166 Bank Street
• Approved Riverside South Secondary Plan and related Official Plan and zoning amendments
• Directed staff to review feasibility of an anti-renovictions by-law (20-5)
• Approved 2024 Financial Plan for Municipal Drinking Water License renewal
• Approved zoning for nine-storey building at 315-321 Chapel Street and 8 Blackburn Avenue
• Referred Irish Famine Grave Monument proposal to Built Heritage Committee

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee reviewed multiple applications for minor variances and consents across various wards. Decisions included granting requests for property subdivisions, building height increases, and reduced setbacks.

• 6410 Deer Valley: Granted minor variance for reduced setbacks to permit a new detached dwelling
• 7, 11 Bradley: Granted consent and minor variance to subdivide property into four parcels
• 74 Strachan: Granted minor variance for increased floor area and setback from high-water mark
• 3880 Wilhaven: Granted minor variance for increased building height for a coach house
• 5398 Mansel: Granted consent to convey a portion of the property to 5394 Mansel Crescent

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 met to hear applications regarding land subdivision and minor variances. The committee granted decisions for all four presented applications involving residential construction and property changes.

• Subdivision of 1598 Prince of Wales into four parcels for two-storey detached dwellings
• Minor variance at 1943 Fairbanks for a one-storey addition
• Minor variance at 1419 Mulligan for an accessory structure workshop
• Subdivision of 132, 134 Viewmount to create separate ownership for a semi-detached dwelling

Joint Planning and Housing and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Joint Planning and Housing and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will meet to receive the first draft of Ottawa's new Zoning By-law for public consultation. The only substantive item is a report recommending Council receive the draft and authorize future public meetings on the by-law at this joint committee. The rest of the agenda is procedural (minutes, declarations, adjournment).

• New Zoning By-law – Draft 1 (ACS2024-PRE-PS-0064): report recommending Council receive the draft for public consultation and authorize future public meetings at the joint committee
• Attachments include Land Use and Density Strategy Map, Height Strategy, Primary Zones, Parking Provisions Review, and Neighbourhood Zones and Provisions
• Reports requiring Council consideration will go to Council on Wednesday, May 15, 2024

The Joint Planning and Housing and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee approved recommendations to move a first draft of the new Zoning By-law forward for public consultation. The Committee also authorized that future public meetings on the by-law be held jointly.

• Approved recommendation to receive the first draft of the new Zoning By-law for public consultation
• Approved authorization for future public meetings on the new Zoning By-law to occur at the Joint Planning and Housing and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee
• Confirmed PHC-ARAC Minutes 1 from May 30, 2023

Planning and Housing Committee

The Committee recommended that Council direct staff to study the feasibility of an anti-renovictions by-law based on the Hamilton model. It also recommended several zoning amendments for residential developments and approved updates to the Riverside South Secondary Plan.

• Recommended Council direct staff to study feasibility of an anti-renovictions by-law (12-0)
• Recommended zoning amendments for low-rise residential at 3288, 3300 Borrisokane Road and 4305, 4345, 4375 McKenna Casey Drive
• Recommended zoning amendment for a nine-storey building at 315-321 Chapel Street and 8 Blackburn Avenue
• Recommended approval to alter 315-321 Chapel Street under the Ontario Heritage Act
• Recommended zoning amendment for a six-storey mixed-use building at 1166 Bank Street
• Recommended approval of the Riverside South Secondary Plan and related Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments
• Approved amendments to Riverside South policies regarding density, noise barriers, and cost-sharing agreements
• Confirmed minutes from April 10, 2024

Community Services Committee

The Community Services Committee will consider a recommendation to spend up to $250,000 from City Wide Cash in Lieu of Parkland for engineering and landscape architecture work on Mooney's Bay Park Hill, including a feasibility analysis and design for modifications. The agenda also includes responses to inquiries on housing refugees and asylum seekers, an alcohol-in-parks pilot project, and a cultural plan update, plus a status report on committee inquiries and motions. Most items are for information or recommendation to Council.

• Recommendation to approve up to $250,000 from City Wide Cash in Lieu of Parkland for Mooney's Bay Park Hill feasibility and design work
• Inquiry response OCC-2024-01 on housing refugees and asylum seekers
• Inquiry response OCC-2024-03 on alcohol in parks pilot project
• Response to inquiry CSC-2024-02 on new municipal Cultural Plan, with Renewed Action Plan status
• Status update on Community Services Committee inquiries and motions for period ending April 12, 2024

The Committee recommended that City Council allocate up to $150,000 for engineering and landscape architecture expertise to analyze safer sledding concepts at Mooney's Bay Park Hill. It also recommended continuing seasonal temporary fencing on the hill during winter until safety issues are resolved.

• Approved recommendation to Council for up to $150,000 for Mooney's Bay Park Hill feasibility analysis (8-0)
• Approved recommendation to Council to continue seasonal temporary fencing at Mooney's Bay Park Hill
• Confirmed CSC Minutes 8 from February 27, 2024

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Ottawa Police Service Board is meeting publicly only to consider a motion to adjourn into a closed in-camera session. The closed session would discuss an operational update on major events and demonstrations, plus legal, security, litigation, and labour relations matters. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda beyond the procedural motion to go in camera.

• Motion to move in camera under Section 44(2) of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019
• Operational update re: Major Events and Demonstrations
• Legal matter
• Security matter
• Litigation matter

The board adjourned the public portion of the meeting to discuss operational, legal, security, litigation, and labour relations matters in a closed session. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the public minutes.

• Approved motion to move In Camera to discuss operational updates, legal, security, litigation, and labour relations matters

Ottawa Police Service Board

The Board approved $3,500 for a fundraising table at the Wabano Centre gala and authorized a closed meeting regarding civil claims management. A proposal for 9-1-1 network migration equipment was withdrawn.

• Approved $3,500 (before taxes) for a table at the Wabano Centre 'Igniting the Spirit' Gala (Carried)
• Approved a closed meeting on April 23, 2024, for a briefing on civil claims management (Carried)
• Concluded delegated authority for Special Constable Appointments and Re-Appointments as of March 31, 2024 (Carried)
• Withdrawn: Proposal to delegate $912,734.56 for NG9-1-1 network migration equipment
• Confirmed Minutes #98 of March 25, 2024 (Carried)

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee

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Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 meets to hear seven applications for zoning variances and land subdivisions. The agenda includes requests to subdivide properties at 255 MacKay and 112 Queen Elizabeth, as well as variances for new apartment buildings at 398-406 Roosevelt and 370 Athlone. Two items, 370 Athlone and 304 Fairmont, were adjourned from previous meetings.

• 398, 402 and 406 Roosevelt: Minor variance for a 62-unit apartment building with reduced parking.
• 370 Athlone: Minor variance for a three-storey, 16-unit low-rise apartment building (adjourned from March 20).
• 255 MacKay: Consent and minor variance to subdivide property into two parcels with reduced rear yard.
• 112 Queen Elizabeth and 8 McLeod: Consent to subdivide into two parcels for two detached dwellings.
• 72 Armstrong: Minor variance to convert a triplex to a five-unit apartment building.

City Council

Ottawa City Council approved the procurement delivery model for the Lansdowne 2.0 Event Centre and North Side Stands, authorizing $4 million for design drawings and a $20 million line of credit. The council also passed amendments to the Brownfields Redevelopment Community Improvement Plan and approved several brownfield grant applications. Additionally, zoning amendments for new residential buildings at 84-100 Gloucester Street, 100 Weeping Willow Lane, and 6171 Hazeldean Road were approved.

• Approved Lansdowne 2.0 procurement model and $4M design funding (19-6)
• Approved $20M line of credit for Lansdowne Master Limited Partnership
• Amended Brownfields Redevelopment CIP rules and caps
• Approved brownfield grants for 2 Robinson Ave, 126 York St, 70 Nicholas St, 200 Baribeau St, 1050 Somerset St W, 861 Clyde Ave, and 1619-1655 Carling Ave
• Approved zoning amendment for 27-storey building at 84-100 Gloucester Street
• Approved zoning amendment for 9-storey apartment at 100 Weeping Willow Lane
• Approved zoning amendment for 570-unit subdivision at 6171 Hazeldean Road
• Approved Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan and implementing by-laws

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 2

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 2 is holding a public hearing on six applications for consents and minor variances, including proposals for new dwellings, subdivisions, and a rooming house conversion. The committee will decide on these applications, which involve requests for reduced setbacks, lot widths, and parking spaces.

• 958 Woodroffe: subdivision for two semi-detached dwellings with reduced lot width and side yard setbacks
• 814 High: eight-unit stacked dwelling with reduced setbacks and parking
• 820 High: land conveyance to 814 High, eight-unit stacked dwelling, shared driveway easement
• 180 Bradford: enclose rear porch with reduced rear yard area and setback
• 512 Moodie: conversion to 12-unit rooming house (adjourned from April 2)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 3

The Committee is reviewing several minor variance and consent applications in Ottawa. The items include requests for property setbacks, lot coverage increases, and land subdivision.

• 5030 MacHardy: Minor variance to permit a reduced setback to a mineral aggregate reserve zone
• 28 Manchester: Minor variance to permit an increase in lot coverage for a detached dwelling
• 2296 Reevecraig: Minor variance to permit a reduced interior side yard setback for an attached garage
• 2095 Dilworth: Consent application to subdivide the property into two separate parcels

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to receive presentations and provide feedback on three items: the Idling Control By-law Review, the O-Train Operations Transition to Push-Button Doors, and the 2024 City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan Update. The committee will also vote on approving its 2024-2026 workplan. The meeting includes confirmation of the March 19, 2024 minutes and standard procedural items.

• Idling Control By-law Review presentation and feedback
• O-Train Operations Transition to Push-Button Doors presentation and feedback
• 2024 City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan Update presentation and feedback
• Approval of Accessibility Advisory Committee Workplan 2024-2026
• Confirmation of minutes from March 19, 2024 meeting

The Accessibility Advisory Committee recommended that City Council maintain automatic doors on the Confederation Line. The committee also approved its 2024-2026 work plan and confirmed previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended City Council reject the transition to push-button doors on the Confederation Line (Carried)
• Approved the Accessibility Advisory Committee Workplan 2024-2026 (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes from March 19, 2024 (Carried)
• Received presentation on Idling Control By-law Review

Environment and Climate Change Committee

The Environment and Climate Change Committee is reviewing the 2024 Financial Plan for the renewal of the Municipal Drinking Water License. The committee is also considering making the Rain Ready Ottawa residential stormwater retrofit pilot a permanent program. Additionally, the committee will receive the 2023 summary report on municipal drinking water systems.

• Approval of the 2024 Financial Plan for Water Services required for the renewal of the Municipal Drinking Water License under Ontario Regulation 453/07
• Approval to implement Rain Ready Ottawa as a permanent residential stormwater retrofit program
• Approval of proposed changes to priority area boundaries for the Rain Ready Ottawa program
• Delegation of authority to the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate, and Economic Development to negotiate and execute agreements for the Rain Ready Ottawa program
• Receipt of the 2023 Municipal Drinking Water Systems Summary Report, including compliance and flow summaries

The Environment and Climate Change Committee recommended that Council approve a 2024 Financial Plan for Water Services needed to renew the Municipal Drinking Water License, and submit it to the province under Ontario Regulation 453/07. The committee also recommended that Council make the Rain Ready Ottawa residential stormwater retrofit pilot a permanent program, approve changes to priority area boundaries, and delegate implementation authority to the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate, and Economic Development. Both items carried; the minutes do not record vote tallies. The committee confirmed its March 19, 2024 minutes, received a 2023 Municipal Drinking Water Systems summary report as information previously distributed, and had no in camera items, notices of motion, inquiries, or other business. The meeting adjourned at 10:45 am.

• Recommended Council approve the 2024 Financial Plan for Water Services for renewal of the Municipal Drinking Water License and submit it to the province (carried)
• Recommended Council receive the Rain Ready Ottawa pilot review findings (carried)
• Recommended Council approve Rain Ready Ottawa as a permanent residential stormwater retrofit program (carried)
• Recommended Council approve changes to the program's priority area boundaries (carried)
• Recommended Council delegate implementation and agreement authority to the General Manager of Planning, Real Estate, and Economic Development (carried)
• Confirmed the Environment and Climate Change Committee minutes of March 19, 2024 (carried)
• Received the 2023 Municipal Drinking Water Systems summary report as information previously distributed (no decision recorded)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is reviewing updates to its Procedure By-law, Delegation of Authority By-law, and Code of Conduct. Members will also receive information regarding the 2024 Ottawa Public Health Adapted Inspection Program Approach.

• Appointment of Casey Whiticar as Board Secretary
• Updates to Board of Health Procedure By-law and Code of Conduct
• Review of 2023 Operating and Capital Budget year-end results
• Support for Vice Chair DeGiovanni's nomination to the alPHa Board of Directors

The Board appointed Casey Whiticar as Secretary and approved an adapted inspection program for 2024. The Board also resolved to request permanent annual base funding from the Minister of Health for the Public Health Inspector practicum program.

• Appointed Casey Whiticar as Secretary of the Ottawa Board of Health (Carried)
• Approved 2024 adapted Inspection Program and directed staff to report back upon receiving new Ontario Public Health Standards (Carried)
• Directed Chair to request permanent annual base funding for the Public Health Inspector practicum program from the Minister of Health (Carried)
• Approved updates to Board of Health Procedure By-law, Delegation of Authority By-law, and Code of Conduct (Received)
• Approved Chair Kitts' attendance at the aIPHa 2024 AGM and Conference (Received)
• Supported nomination of Vice Chair DeGiovanni to the aIPHa Board of Directors for 2024-2026 (Received)
• Confirmed minutes of the February 12, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Passed Confirmation By-law no. 2024-2 (Carried)

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission recommended that Council repeal Light Rail Regulatory By-law 2015-301 and replace it with a new Confederation Line Regulatory By-law. It also recommended Council receive the 2023 Light Rail Regulatory Monitor and Compliance Officer annual report, and received for information the Transit Services 5-Year Roadmap update and the OC Transpo scheduling process report. A motion on including 3889 Rideau Valley Drive in the Urban Transit Area was withdrawn after staff accepted a direction to fix the boundary in a future review.

• Recommended Council repeal By-law 2015-301 and enact new Confederation Line Regulatory By-law (Carried)
• Recommended Council receive 2023 Light Rail Regulatory Monitor and Compliance Officer Annual Report (Carried)
• Received Transit Services 5-Year Roadmap Annual Update Scorecard for information (Received)
• Received OC Transpo Scheduling Process report for information (Received)
• Motion to include 3889 Rideau Valley Drive in Urban Transit Area withdrawn; staff directed to correct boundary in next review
• Confirmed minutes of March 18, 2024 meeting (Carried)

Planning and Housing Committee

The Planning and Housing Committee recommended four zoning by-law amendments to Council for residential and mixed-use developments. The Committee also approved a motion directing staff to assess the merits of a City of Ottawa Acquisition/Preservation fund for affordable housing.

• Recommended zoning amendment for 930 March Road to permit 4.2m front yard setbacks (Carried)
• Recommended zoning amendment for 84 and 100 Gloucester Street for a 27-storey residential building (Carried with 1 dissent)
• Recommended zoning amendment for 100 Weeping Willow Lane for a nine-storey apartment building (Carried)
• Recommended zoning amendment for 6171 Hazeldean Road for a mixed-use subdivision with 570 residential units (Carried)
• Approved motion to assess a City of Ottawa Acquisition/Preservation fund for affordable housing (7-4)
• Approved amendment to include local priorities and partner engagement in the housing fund review (Carried)
• Approved amendment to report back on housing fund assessment in Q2 2024 (7-4)
• Confirmed minutes from March 27, 2024 (Carried)

Built Heritage Committee

The Built Heritage Committee will consider two applications to alter heritage properties (315-321 Chapel Street and 253 MacKay Street), an objection to designating Bible House at 315 Lisgar Street, and 11 new heritage designations under the Ontario Heritage Act, including the Andrew W. Fleck Memorial, two Rideau Street properties, and eight Britannia Village homes. It will also review a report on removing properties from the Municipal Heritage Register under Bill 23 and receive a status update on prior inquiries and motions.

• Approve alteration of 315-321 Chapel Street (heritage-designated) with conditions including material samples, salvage of Bate Memorial Hall materials, and a protection plan for All Saints Anglican Church
• Approve alteration of 253 MacKay Street in New Edinburgh Heritage Conservation District with conditions on exterior materials and building permit plans
• Recommend Council not withdraw the Notice of Intention to Designate Bible House at 315 Lisgar Street, proceeding with designation
• Designate the Andrew W. Fleck Memorial at 195 George Street, 41 Rideau Street (Plaza Building), 73 Rideau Street, and eight properties in Britannia Village (119, 195, 205 Bradford St; 73 Britannia Rd; 95 Kirby Rd; 2764, 2775 Rowatt St; 2777 Cassels St)
• Remove properties from the Municipal Heritage Register as required by Bill 23 (Heritage Register Removal Report #3)

The Built Heritage Committee approved alteration applications for properties at 315-321 Chapel Street and 253 MacKay Street. Members also advanced several heritage designation processes, including properties on Rideau Street and in Britannia Village, and authorized the removal of specific properties from the Municipal Heritage Register.

• Approved alterations for 315-321 Chapel Street (Carried)
• Approved alterations for 253 MacKay Street (Carried)
• Recommended proceeding with designation of 315 Lisgar Street (Carried)
• Recommended designation of 195 George Street (Carried)
• Recommended designation of 41 and 73 Rideau Street as amended (Carried)
• Recommended designation of seven Britannia Village properties as amended (Carried)
• Recommended removal of properties from Municipal Heritage Register (Carried)
• Received status update on committee inquiries for information (Received)

Ottawa Public Library Board

The Board approved a six-week closure of the Alta Vista Branch starting June 2024, with modified services provided at the Jim Durrell Recreation Complex. Other actions included approving the 2024 Board Work Plan and directing staff to begin Phase 2 of the Branding Strategy.

• Approved temporary 6-week closure of Alta Vista Branch starting June 2024 (Carried)
• Approved modified service delivery at Jim Durrell Recreation Complex during Alta Vista closure (Carried)
• Approved 2024 Board Work Plan items (Carried)
• Directed staff to proceed to Phase 2 of Brand Strategy Development (Carried)
• Rescheduled May 14, 2024 meeting to May 2, 2024 (Carried)
• Confirmed Minutes 11 and Confidential Minutes 5 from March 12, 2024 (Carried)

Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee is meeting to review and approve recommendations for the Rural Community-Building Grant Program applications, as detailed in a staff report. They will also receive an update on the Rural Summit 2024 and a response to an inquiry about warranted traffic signals and funding. The meeting includes standard procedural items like declarations of interest, confirmation of minutes, and an open mic session.

• Rural Community-Building Grant Program – Grant Application Review (ACS2024-PRE-EDP-0034)
• Rural Summit 2024 Update
• Response to Inquiry ARAC-2024-01 on Warranted Traffic Signals & Funding
• Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development Department 2023 Delegated Authority Report

The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee approved grant recommendations for rural community-building projects. The committee also directed legal staff to review liability exposure regarding delayed traffic signal installations.

• Approved Rural Community-Building Grant Program applications (Carried)
• Directed Legal Services to provide information on liability exposure for delayed warranted traffic signals (Carried)
• Approved adding a motion to allocate $2,500 from the Georgina Falls Trust Fund for Manotick Arena landscaping (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes from March 7, 2024 (Carried)
• Waived rules to receive a Rural Summit 2024 update presentation (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment - Panel 1

The Committee of Adjustment Panel 1 is reviewing several applications for property subdivisions, building extensions, and minor variances. The items include proposals for new apartment buildings and detached dwellings in various wards.

• Consent application to subdivide 304 Fairmont into two parcels for residential development
• Permission application for a 3-storey rear addition at 507 Bay containing six units
• Minor variance at 469 Wilbrod to convert a three-unit dwelling into a four-unit building
• Minor variance at 212 Carruthers for a three-storey low-rise apartment building
• Minor variance at 182 Daniel to permit a front-facing attached garage