Welland public meetings in 2023
39 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The meeting includes a public hearing for tax write-off applications and discussions on subdivision plans. Councillors have also introduced motions regarding park parking, canal camping, and transit fares.
- Contract award to The Herrington Group Ltd. for AODA compliance assessment
- Extension request for the Dain West Subdivision plan of subdivision
- By-law to amend municipal fees and charges effective January 1, 2024
- Public hearing regarding tax write-off applications
- Motion to request the resignation of Councillor Tony DiMarco
Special Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several municipal items including zoning amendments for Thorold Road and potential service fee increases. Discussion also includes equipment purchases for trucks with plows and updates on water quality management.
- Official Plan Amendment No. 44 and Zoning By-law Amendment for lands on the south side of Thorold Road
- Purchase of two single axle trucks with plow
- Purchase of one tri-axle truck with plow
- Proposed building permits and inspections service fee increases
- Allocation of up to 60% of opening current years reserve fund balance
Special Council Meeting
The meeting focuses on reviewing amendments to the Mayor's proposed 2024 budgets. This includes changes to tax-supported operating and capital budgets, as well as rate-supported water and wastewater budgets. Council will also consider final approval for previously conditionally approved motions.
- 2024 Tax Supported Operating and Capital Budget Amendments (Appendix I)
- 2024 Rate Supported (Water/Wastewater) Operating and Capital Budget Amendments (Appendix II)
- Review of 2024 Budget Amendments (FIN-2023-34)
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council meeting focuses on 2024 budget communications and the amendment resolution process. Councillors will consider individual amendments to tax-supported and water/wastewater operating and capital budgets. Any amendments conditionally approved during this session are subject to final approval at a meeting on December 5, 2023.
- 2024 Budget Communications (COMM-2023-01)
- 2024 Budget Amendment Resolution Form Process (FIN-2023-32)
- Amendments to 2024 tax-supported operating and capital budgets
- Amendments to 2024 water/wastewater operating and capital budgets
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing a proposal to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law regarding cash-in-lieu of parking. Other items include discussions on family physician incentives, land development amendments, and subdivision extensions.
- Cash-in-lieu of parking policy amendment (OPA No. 47 and File No. 2023-07)
- Family Physician Incentive Agreement for Dr. Sameh Zayed
- Official Plan Amendment No. 46 and Zoning By-law Amendment 2023-06 for Culture Developments Inc.
- Extension request for the Kingsway subdivision draft plan approval
- Speed hump on Quaker Road
Special Council Meeting
The City of Welland Council is reviewing several proposed budgets for the 2024 fiscal year. The meeting includes a public session for residents to speak regarding the Mayor's proposed tax-supported budgets.
- Mayor’s Proposed 2024 Tax Supported Operating Budget
- Mayor’s Proposed 2024 Tax Supported Capital Budget and 9 Year Forecast
- Mayor’s Proposed 2024 Rate Supported Operating, Capital Budgets and Solution Based Options Budget
Special Council Meeting
The City of Welland Council is meeting to review an annual update of fees and charges for municipal services and facilities. The agenda also includes a status update on Community Improvement Plans and several oral reports from local organizations.
- Annual review of fees and charges for various services and use of municipal facilities
- Amendment to By-law 2006-193
- City of Welland Community Improvement Plans update
- Oral reports from Rose City Kids, Welland Rose Festival, Open Arms Mission, The Hope Centre, Pathstone Foundation, Faith Welland Outreach, Welland Heritage Council & Multicultural Centre, Welland Public Library, Welland Historical Museum, Youngs Sportsplex, and Welland FloatFest
Council Meeting
The meeting includes a public hearing on proposed increases to building permit fees. Council will also review a contract for sanitary sewer replacements on Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Streets. Several motions were introduced regarding parking at Chippawa Park and the Rice Road speed camera program.
- Tender award for Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Streets Sanitary Sewer Replacements
- Proposed increases to building permit fees
- Family Physician Incentive Agreement
- Motion requesting the resignation of Councillor Tony DiMarco
- Motion to review the Rice Road speed camera pilot program
Special Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several proposed budgets for the 2024 fiscal year. Discussions include tax-supported operating and capital budgets, rate-supported budgets, and an update to the budget process.
- Mayor's Proposed 2024 Tax Supported Operating Budget
- Mayor's Proposed 2024 Tax Supported Capital Budget and 9 Year Forecast
- Mayor's Proposed 2024 Rate Supported Operating, Capital Budgets and Solution Based Options Budget
- Annual review of fees and charges for various services and use of municipal facilities
- City of Welland Community Improvement Plans update
Special Council Meeting
The meeting includes discussions on homelessness updates and emergency repairs at the Jack Ballantyne Memorial Youth Arena. Council will also consider a new anti-nepotism policy and various community improvement plan applications.
- By-law to regulate printed media distribution
- New anti-nepotism policy
- Zoning amendment for 526 Ontario Road
- Jack Ballantyne Memorial Youth Arena repair update
- Community Improvement Plan incentive application summary
Council Meeting
Council will hold a public hearing for rezoning applications to permit townhouse development at 91, 103, and 109 Quaker Road. The agenda also includes a public meeting regarding building permit fee increases and several contract awards.
- Rezoning application for 91, 103, and 109 Quaker Road
- Public meeting to increase Building Code Act permit fees
- Contract award for Plymouth Park ball diamond lighting renewal
- Sale of city-owned property at 882 Schisler Road
- Purchase of a vacuum type street sweeper
Special Council Meeting
The City of Welland Council will discuss and vote on a by-law regarding road allowances. The primary item involves stopping up and closing road allowances located in the Northern Reach Area.
- By-law to authorize the stopping-up and closing of road allowances in the Northern Reach Area (Ref. No. 22-95)
Council Meeting
The Council will consider a zoning amendment for a stacked townhouse development at 526 Ontario Road. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on amending dog control bylaws regarding leash lengths and several land acquisition or sale matters.
- Rezoning application for stacked townhouses at 526 Ontario Road
- Amendment to Dog Control and Licensing By-law regarding leash length changes from 2.5m to 1.9m
- Land acquisition: Lots 18 and 19 on Plan NP964 (west side of Moyer Road)
- Land acquisition: Blocks 74 and 78, Plan 59M-440 (east of Viger Drive)
- Assumption of Clare Estates 3 Subdivision - Phases 3, 4, and 5
Special Council Meeting
The Welland Council will hear a presentation from lawyer John Mascarin regarding Strong Mayor Powers. Other agenda items are procedural or contain no scheduled reports, delegations, or committee discussions.
- Presentation regarding Strong Mayor Powers (Ref. No. 23-28)
- Confirmatory By-law (Ref. No. 23-1)
Council Meeting
The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure projects, including sewer investigation plans and playground renewals. Council will also review policies regarding city-owned land and council seating. Additionally, several appointments for finance staff are scheduled for approval.
- Contract for sewer investigation at Fitch Street & Clare Avenue
- Contract for sewer investigation at Woodlawn Road Area
- Consultancy award for playground renewals and parkette design
- Purchase of one service body truck
- Appointment of Anka Vuksan-Scott as Acting Deputy Treasurer
Council Meeting
The Council will meet in-camera to discuss personnel matters and land acquisitions before an open session. The open meeting includes discussions on the 2023 capital close-out report, seasonal emergency homeless shelter reviews, and a draft plan of subdivision for 205 Lancaster Drive.
- CAO recruitment process
- Draft plan of subdivision for 205 Lancaster Drive
- Purchase of one 3-ton truck with dump body
- 2023 Seasonal Emergency Homeless Shelter Pilot Review
- Asset Management Plan Update professional services contract
Special Council Meeting
The City of Welland Council will hold an in-camera Committee-of-the-Whole meeting regarding the Interim Chief Administrative Officer. Following the closed session, the Council will move to an open meeting for further business.
- In-camera discussion regarding the Interim Chief Administrative Officer
- By-law 23-1 to adopt, ratify and confirm proceedings of the August 1, 2023 meeting
Council Meeting
The Council is considering a rezoning application to allow multi-tenant commercial development at 18 Rose Avenue. Other agenda items include updates on playground renewals, short-term rental licensing, and affordable rental housing plans.
- Rezoning of 18 Rose Avenue from Institutional to Community Commercial Node
- Official Plan Amendment No. 45 for 18 Rose Avenue
- Update on Short Term Rental Licensing By-law
- Affordable Rental Housing Community Improvement Plan adoption
- Zoning amendment and Official Plan amendment for 16 Seaway Drive
Special Council Meeting
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Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting includes a closed session for personnel and contract matters, followed by an open session with presentations on economic development and a proposed Housing Accelerator Fund application. Council will also consider several contract awards, including road resurfacing, lead service replacement, and playground equipment, along with other routine items.
- Presentation and report on Economic Development Office activities (EDO-2023-13)
- Proposed Housing Accelerator Fund application and Housing Action Plan (P&B-2023-29)
- By-law to authorize contract with Rankin Construction Inc. for 2023 Road Resurfacing (Ref. 23-58)
- By-law to authorize contract with Peters Excavating Inc. for Lead Service Replacement Program (Ref. 23-56)
- By-law to authorize contract with D&R Landscaping Group Inc. for playground equipment at Chaffey Street Park (Ref. 23-19)
Special Council Meeting
The Council will begin with an in-camera Committee of the Whole for member education and training regarding an operations update. This is followed by an open special council meeting.
- Operations Update (for Council education and training)
Council Meeting
The Council will consider a rezoning application for apartment buildings on Thorold Road and an affordable rental housing plan. Discussion items include road resurfacing tenders, canal safety, and physician recruitment incentives.
- Rezoning of 523, 529, 535, and 537 Thorold Road for four apartment buildings and ten townhouses
- Affordable Rental Housing Community Improvement Plan public meeting
- Tax write-off applications pursuant to the Municipal Act
- Petition for speed bumps on Quaker Road
- 2023 Road Resurfacing tender award with Rankin Construction Inc.
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects including road and sidewalk replacements. The agenda also includes multiple land use applications for official plan and zoning amendments across various city locations.
- 2023 Road Reconstruction tender award with Rankin Construction Inc.
- Sidewalk condition related replacements and missing links tender award with CTC Contracting
- Amphitheatre and Stage structural assessment and design award with Moon-Matz Ltd.
- Zoning and Official Plan amendments for 392 & 398 Thorold Road
- Zoning and Official Plan amendments for 50 Bruce Street
Council Meeting
The Council is considering a $1,000,000 dividend from Welland Hydro-Electric Holding Corp. and several notices of motion regarding urban forestry and social crises. Discussions also include park improvements, parking policies, and various by-laws.
- $1,000,000 dividend from Welland Hydro-Electric Holding Corp.
- Firefighter Memorial Gardens at 400 East Main Street
- Tree Saving By-law for urban canopy protection
- Resolution to declare a mental health, homelessness and addiction crisis
- Land acquisition/disposition at 460 River Road
Special Council Meeting
The City of Welland Council will meet to approve the 2022 consolidated financial statements and several land exemptions. The agenda also includes equipment procurement for a backhoe loader and front mount mowers.
- Approval of 2022 Consolidated Financial Statements
- Purchase of one backhoe loader unit from Brandt Tractor Ltd.
- Purchase of two front mount mower units from Premier Equipment Ltd.
- By-law to establish 2023 tax ratios, rates, and levies
- Land exemptions from Part-Lot Control on Keelson Street
Council Meeting
The City of Welland Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal to redesignate land at 392 & 398 Thorold Road for townhouse dwelling units. The meeting also includes discussions on infrastructure easements and the assumption of a subdivision.
- Public hearing for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for townhouses at 392 & 398 Thorold Road
- Proposed repairs to the Carnegie Building (Welland Historical Museum) at 140 King Street
- By-laws for easement agreements with Bridgeview Niagara Properties Limited at 5 Forks Road
- By-law to assume Vanier Estates Subdivision (Phases 1 & 2)
- Notice of motion to report on a living wage salary for city employees for the 2024 budget
Council Meeting
Council is meeting to decide on the sale of city-owned land and various infrastructure contracts. The agenda includes updates to traffic bylaws, rural road treatments, and reports on physician recruitment and election compliance.
- Sale of city-owned lands at 882 Schisler Road to Ajay Kahlon
- Contract with C.R.L. Campbell Construction & Drainage for Rural Roads Surface Treatment Program
- Payment of $1,047.15 for off-duty police patrols in the Niagara College area
- Amendment to Traffic and Parking By-law 89-2000
- Naming of West Creek Court (Block 3, Plan 59M-472)
Council Meeting
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Special Council Meeting
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Council Meeting
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Special Council Meeting
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Council Meeting
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Special Council Meeting
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Council Meeting
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Special Council Meeting
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