Bryan Paterson is currently serving his third consecutive term as Mayor after being re-elected on October 24, 2022. An economist at heart, he is committed to establishing Kingston as a smart and leading city. Bryan also continues to advance priorities on mental health and addictions and homelessness issues through innovative community partnerships and collaboration with other levels of government.
Canada and the US share a historical and mutually beneficial trading relationship, with businesses, workers and consumers in both countries benefiting from integrated supply chains and cross-border trade; and Whereas the US has recently imposed additional tariffs of up to 50 per cent on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, following the breakdown of Canada – US trade negotiations; and Whereas the
Whereas Canada and the US share a historical and mutually beneficial trading relationship, with businesses, workers and consumers in both countries benefiting from integrated supply chains and cross-border trade; and Whereas the US has recently imposed additional tariffs of up to 50 per cent on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, following the breakdown of Canada – US trade negotiations; and Wher
That Council defer consideration of the applications for zoning By-Law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for the property known municipally as 686 Centennial Drive (Municipal File D35-002-2025) until such time as staff and the applicant are able to address the outstanding technical review comments from CN. YEAS: (12) Councillor Amos, Councillor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni,
That the heartfelt congratulations of Kingston City Council be extended to Bhavana Varma on her appointment as a Member of the Order of Canada, one of Canada's highest civilian honours . Through more than two decades of visionary leadership as Chief Executive Officer of the United Way of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington, Varma transformed the organization into one of Canada's leading char
the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is currently seeking nom inations to the ir 2026-2028 Board of Directors and nominations need to be received by June 22, 2026 at 12:00 pm; and Whereas nominations t o the AMO Board must be supported by a Council motion which indicates the financial support of that Council; and Whereas the City of Kingston has benefited from having local representa
Whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is currently seeking nominations to their 2026-2028 Board of Directors and nominations need to be received by June 22, 2026 at 12:00 pm; and Whereas nominations to the AMO Board must be supported by a Council motion which indicates the financial support of that Council; and Whereas the City of Kingston has benefited from having local repre
That the condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of Walter Fenlon, respected business leader, philanthropist, and dedicated community builder whose contributions to Kingston left a lasting legacy. As founder of Fenlon Financial, Walter built a distinguished career in wealth management while remaining deeply committed to civic service and charitable giving. Alongs
That the condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of William “Bill” Leggett, former Principal of Queen’s University, and a member of the Order of Canada, who also served as a valued member of the Utilities Kingston Board since 2012. Bill was a world-renowned Professor of Biology whose research focused on the dynamics of fish populations, earning numerous honours,
That the sincere condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of Robert (Bud) Steele, who passed away on February 16, 2026. Bud worked for over 22 years serving the Kingston community. He began his municipal career with the former Public Utilities Commission in 1997 as Transit Maintenance Supervisor with Kingston Transit and joined the new City of Kingston at amalgama
the federal government has identified Alto High-Speed Rail (HSR) as a nation-building project to deliver faster, more reliable, passenger rail service, strengthen regional connectivity, and support Canada’s climate objectives through a transportation shift; and Whereas the Alto high-speed rail line is intended to serve major centres and regional hubs along the Toronto – Ottawa - Montréal corridor
That the sincere condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of Robert (Bud) Steele, who passed away on February 16, 2026. Bud worked for over 22 years serving the Kingston community. City Council Meeting 2026-06 Tuesday, February 17, 2026 He began his municipal career with the former Public Utilities Commission in 1997 as Transit Maintenance Supervisor with Kingston
the Kingston Police Service Board (KPSB) is composed of seven members; including one community appointee, three provincial appointees, the Mayor and two members of municipal council; and Whereas Gail MacAllister was appointed as the community member on December 3, 2023, for a term ending November 14, 2026, but submitted her resignation effective January 21, 2026; and Whereas the KPSB currently fac
Whereas the Kingston Police Service Board (KPSB) is composed of seven members; including one community appointee, three provincial appointees, the Mayor and two members of municipal council; and Whereas Gail MacAllister was appointed as the community member on December 3, 2023, for a term ending November 14, 2026, but submitted her resignation effective January 21, 2026; and Whereas the KPSB curre
That New Motion 2 be amended to add the words “and other public places” to the end of subsection 1. a. of the seventh paragraph and read as follows: 1. a. the risks and limitations associated with passing By-Laws to prohibit certain high-risk activities, including erecting shelter, using or displaying drug paraphernalia and consuming illegal substances in and around certain defined "child safety z
That the sincere condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of George Beavis, who passed away on October 14, 2025 at the age of 81. Following his retirement from the Public Utilities Commission in 1995, George continued to serve his community as an elected representative, first as a member of Kingston City Council for Lakeside District from 1998 – 2006, and then fro
That Kingston City Council recognize October 23, 2025 as Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Operator Appreciation Day. Operator Appreciation Day honours the tremendous efforts of the unsung water, wastewater and stormwater operator heroes in the province who work tirelessly behind-the-scenes to provide vital water services to communities. Together, the City of Kingston and Utilities Kingston employ
VIA Rail provides essential passenger rail service through Kingston as part of the Toronto–Montreal corridor, a critical link for residents, students, businesses, and visitors to the city; and Whereas Kingston relies on frequent, reliable VIA Rail service for connectivity to major urban centres, economic development, tourism, and as a sustainable mode of transportation that supports the government
Whereas VIA Rail provides essential passenger rail service through Kingston as part of the Toronto–Montreal corridor, a critical link for residents, students, businesses, and visitors to the city; and Whereas Kingston relies on frequent, reliable VIA Rail service for connectivity to major urban centres, economic development, tourism, and as a sustainable mode of transportation that supports the go
That the sincere condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of Hannah Mulvihill who passed away on August 9, 2025 at the young age of 31. Hannah served her community as a dedicated Fire Communication Technician with Kingston Fire & Rescue and her work was a testament to her strength and selflessness, ensuring the safety and well-being of others in times of need. Her
That Clause 5 of Report Number 71: Received from the CAO (Recommend), Kingston Area Taxi Commission – Next Steps be amended to add the following additional clause: That Council direct staff to work in partnership with Loyalist Township in the development of a new municipal oversight framework that ensures the continuation of effective taxi services for both the City of Kingston and Loyalist Townsh
That , in accordance with Section 13.34 of the City of Kingston Council Procedural By-Law, Council permit the addition of a new motion not appearing on the agenda. YEAS: (13) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Deputy Mayor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic,
shelter services are a vital part of the City’s response to the ongoing homelessness crisis, providing unhoused individuals with a safe and secure space from which they can then transition into other housing options; and Whereas more unhoused individuals will be forced to seek shelter in city parks and other public spaces in absence of emergency shelter services across the city; and Whereas neighb
That, in accordance with Section 13.34 of the City of Kingston Council Procedural By-Law, Council permit the addition of a new motion not appearing on the agenda. YEAS: (13): Councillor Amos, Councillor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Steph
Whereas shelter services are a vital part of the City’s response to the ongoing homelessness crisis, providing unhoused individuals with a safe and secure space from which they can then transition into other housing options; and Whereas more unhoused individuals will be forced to seek shelter in city parks and other public spaces in absence of emergency shelter services across the city; and Wherea
That Councillor Stephen be elected Vice-Chair of the Awards Committee.
That the sincere condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of Nancy Hanschmann, who passed away on March 3, 2025. Nancy worked for 37 years for the City of Kingston as a Transit Operator and for Public Works. She loved driving the snow plow, was the first female assistant supervisor with Public Works Services and built strong relationships with her co-workers. Nanc
the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is currently seeking nominations to their board of directors to fill a vacancy on the Large Urban Caucus and nominations need to be received by March 19, 2025; and Whereas nominations to fill this vacancy must be supported by a council motion which indicates the financial support of that council; and Whereas the City of Kingston has benefited from
Whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is currently seeking nominations to their board of directors to fill a vacancy on the Large Urban Caucus and nominations need to be received by March 19, 2025; and Whereas nominations to fill this vacancy must be supported by a council motion which indicates the financial support of that council; and Whereas the City of Kingston has benefi
in 2017 senior officials from VIA Rail Canada asked communities along the Quebec-Windsor Corridor for their endorsement of VIA’s proposed High Frequency Rail (HFR) project to support VIA’s advocacy efforts with the federal government; and Whereas the City supported VIA’s HFR project with the understanding that although Kingston would not be a stop on the proposed line, it would become a VIA Rail R
Whereas in 2017 senior officials from VIA Rail Canada asked communities along the Quebec-Windsor Corridor for their endorsement of VIA’s proposed High Frequency Rail (HFR) project to support VIA’s advocacy efforts with the federal government; and Whereas the City supported VIA’s HFR project with the understanding that although Kingston would not be a stop on the proposed line, it would become a VI
That the sincere condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of former Kingston Fire & Rescue Chief Harold Tulk, who passed away suddenly on September 19, 2024. Chief Tulk served for 42 years in the fire service in Ontario, and was appointed as Fire Chief for the City of Kingston on November 26, 2001, serving until his retirement on December 31, 2012. Chief Tulk play
That the best wishes of Kingston City Council be extended to former President of the United States The Honorable Jimmy Carter, on the occasion of his 100th birthday. While being recognized for his extensive humanitarian work over the years, Jimmy Carter and his late wife Rosalyn were guests here in Kingston in 2012 when they came to the city to receive joint honorary degrees from Queen's Universit
the Kingston Police Service Board was established under the former Police Services Act where the number of board members was dictated based on the municipality’s population, which limited the Kingston Police Service Board to a five-member board based on the City’s population; and Whereas Section 31 of the new Community Safety and Policing Act states the police service boards will be composed of fi
Whereas the Kingston Police Service Board was established under the former Police Services Act where the number of board members was dictated based on the municipality’s population, which limited the Kingston Police Service Board to a five-member board based on the City’s population; and Whereas Section 31 of the new Community Safety and Policing Act states the police service boards will be compos
That the sincere condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of David Bagi who passed away on July 31, 2024. David worked as a transit operator with Kingston Transit since October 18, 2021. David will be remembered by his colleagues for the impact he made on the work environment through his dedication and hard work. Our thoughts are with his colleagues, family and fr
That the appreciation of Kingston City Council be extended to Eleanor Hands, for her many years of outstanding service to Kingston Access Bus. Eleanor was first elected to the Kingston Access Bus Board in 2011, before becoming Board President in 2013, during which time she provided invaluable insights from both a passenger and leadership perspective. Her dedication to the organization's values, es
That Report 27, Clause 1 Received from the Chief Administrative Officer (Recommend) be amended by inserting the following as paragraph 2: That the Mayor’s Task Force on Housing Final Report be