City Council Meeting

That Council resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole “Closed Meeting” to consider the following items: Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - Provincial Legislation; and Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board, and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - Use Permit Review. YEAS: (10) Councillor Amos, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3) Councillor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, and Councillor Ridge

That Council rise from the Committee of the Whole "Closed Meeting" without reporting. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That the addendum be approved. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That , in accordance with Section 12.9 of the City of Kingston Procedural By-Law, Eric Ferguson, General Manager, Kingston Destination Group, be permitted to appear before Council to speak to Information Report Number 2 with respect to Kingston Penitentiary Potential Disposition and Securing Community Interests. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That the Motion of Congratulations, Recognition, Sympathy, Condolences and Speedy Recovery be approved. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That Kingston City Council extends its heartfelt congratulations to all Kingstonians celebrating Ramadan this year. As the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is a time for reflection and spiritual growth. During this sacred month, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, engage in prayer, and strive for a closer connection with their faith. This year, Ramadan is predicted to begin on March 1 and conclude on March 30 with Eid celebrations. Signified through devotion, unity, and generosity, this is a sacred time for individuals and families to come together. To all celebrating, we wish you a joyous Ramadan, one that is filled with faith, love, and enlightenment.

That Council approve an additional Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) contribution of $1,500,000 to be delegated to HAF programs by the Chief Financial Officer & City Treasurer, for continued investment in Housing Accelerator Fund programs and affordable housing creation. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That Council approve the recommendations of the Rural Economic and Community Development Working Group for the allocation of funds from the Samsung Community Benefit Program Fund for: Up to $10,000 for the implementation of a marketing and communication plan to improve engagement with rural Kingston residents and businesses. Up to $25,000 for the introduction of pilot project titled the Rural Kingston Community Fund Program that would provide $5,000 grants to support rural organizations and partnerships to create or enhance events, cultural activities, recreational products, and beautification projects and that Council delegates to the working group the evaluation and approval of projects to be funded. Up to $100,000 to support Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority community initiatives to be allocated under the direction of the Rural Economic and Community Development Working Group. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Housing-enabling Water Systems Fund: Intake 2 with the Province, in a form acceptable to the Director of Legal Services; and That the By-Law attached to Report Number 25-102 as Exhibit A, Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund: Intake 2, be presented to Council and given three readings on March 4, 2025; and That Council direct staff to incorporate the municipal portion of the total project cost for the Princess and Garrett Street infrastructure project into the 2026 capital budget. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That Council approve a 2025 budget amendment for $250,000 for the Kingston Climate Summit to be funded from the Echo Foundation and Trottier Family Foundation sponsorship. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

1: That Council direct staff to advance work on the divestment of the City owned property at 900 Division Street to Limestone City Co-operative Housing Inc. utilizing one or a combination of the following options while protecting the City of Kingston’s interest: Lease Sale at a nominal rate (re: $1) Sale at a negotiated price with a City of Kingston backed Vender Take back Mortgage Sale at a market rate; and That Council direct staff to report back with information on the proposed transfer/conveyance mechanism. YEAS: (4) Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof NAYS: (7) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, and Councillor Stephen ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

2: That Council direct staff to declare 900 Division Street surplus and advertise on the open market with the intent of reallocating revenues to an affordable housing project located in another area of the city; and That Council direct staff to report back with information once the property has been sold and which affordable housing project(s) are to be supported with this additional funding. YEAS: (7) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, and Councillor Stephen NAYS: (4) Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That Council approve the 2025 tax ratios as follows: the residential property class be set at 1.00; the new multi-residential property class be set at 1.00; the multi-residential property class be set at 1.70; the commercial property class be set at 1.98; the industrial property class be set at 2.63; the pipeline property class be set at 1.1728; the farm property class be set at 0.20; and the managed forests property class be set at 0.25. That the By-Law, attached as Exhibit A to Report Number AP-25-006, be presented to Council in order to establish the 2025 tax ratios. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That City of Kingston By-Law Number 2007-136, "A By-Law to Provide for Maintaining Land in a Clean and Clear Condition”, as amended, be further amended, as per Exhibit A to Report Number EITP-25-008; and That City of Kingston By-Law Number 2005-100, “A By-Law for Prescribing Standards for the Maintenance and Occupancy of Property Within the City of Kingston”, as amended, be further amended, as per Exhibit B to Report Number EITP-25-008; and That City of Kingston By-Law Number 2014-5, “A By-Law to Provide for and Regulate a Solid Waste Management System for The Corporation of the City of Kingston”, as amended, be further amended, as per Exhibit C to Report Number EITP-25-008; and That City of Kingston By-Law Number 2025-6, “A By-Law to Establish Fees and Charges to Be Collected by The Corporation of the City of Kingston”, as amended, be further amended as per Exhibit D to Report Number EITP-25-008; That staff report back to the Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee before Q4 2025 outlining the possible operating arrangements for a recycling drop off depot post 2025; and That Council authorize the Director of Public Works & Solid Waste to approve any agreements and other documents related to the funding and services required for the services related to Circular Materials Ontario, in a form satisfactory to the Director of Legal Services. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillo

That Report Number 30: Received from Kingston Heritage Properties Committee be received and adopted. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That the new construction at 222 Old Kiln Crescent (formally 411 Wellington Street), Lot 22, be approved in accordance with the details described in the application (File Number P18-116-2024), which was deemed complete on January 14, 2025, with said application to include the construction of a one-and-a-half-storey dwelling and a detached garage accessed by a driveway; and That the approval of the application be subject to the conditions outlined in Exhibit A to Report Number HP-25-006.

That the following member be appointed to the Heritage Properties Working Group: Ann Stevens

That By-Law Number 2010-217, City of Kingston Site Plan Control By-Law, be repealed in its entirety; and That the Site Plan Control Guidelines document dated December 2009 be repealed in its entirety; and That the new Site Plan Control By-Law be presented to Council for all three readings, as per Exhibit A (Draft Site Plan Control By-Law) to Report Number PC-25-004; and That the new Site Plan Control Guidelines included as Exhibit B (Draft Site Plan Control Guidelines) to Report Number PC-25-004 be approved by Council for use in the review of Site Plan Control applications. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That the following appointments be made to the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee for a term ending November 14, 2026: Paul Banfield; Sol Castaneda; Stephanie D’Souza; Brianne Franklin; Lisa Jeans; Liam Karry; Barbara Kern; Aara Macauley; and That Brandon Dong be appointed as the youth representative to the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee for a term ending November 14, 2026; and That pursuant to Section 3.3.2. of the Public Appointment Policy, the following applicants be appointed to the alternate pool for the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee: Amanda Baker; Bruce Geddes; Chloe Campbell; Dianne Lister; Rachael McDonald; and Amy Wilding. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That the Miscellaneous Business Item be approved. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That as requested by Tahseen Ali, Autism Ontario, Kingston City Council proclaim April 2, 2025 as “World Autism Day” in the City of Kingston. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That Council confirm Nicole Daniels as the Kingston Arts Council representative to the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee, for a term ending November 14, 2026.

That Council appoint Councillor Chaves to the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee for a term ending November 30, 2025.

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 Regional Hub in Eastern Ontario with increased service and more trains starting and ending in Kingston; and Whereas under VIA Rail’s Regional Hub Model smaller communities in Eastern Ontario would also benefit from additional service to support their towns and cities; and Whereas on February 19, 2025 VIA Rail Canada and the federal government announced that they were no longer planning a VIA HFR but a new High Speed Rail project that would completely bypass Kingston; and Whereas as one of the five busiest VIA stations in the country, VIA’s change of direction disproportionately impacts the residents of Kingston and Eastern Ontario who have been pushing for years for more convenient and reliable train service; and Whereas VIA Rail’s recent decision to fundamentally change their plans for rail expansion after securing Kingston’s endorsement is a breach of trust that undermines eight years of working with our community in a collaborative way; Therefore Be It Resolved That the City of Kingston formally withdraw its support for the VIA Rail High Speed Rail proposal and request VIA to honou

the Kingston Penitentiary is Canada's oldest penitentiary, a historically significant site that has played a central role in the region’s heritage and cultural identity; and Whereas Kingston Penitentiary has become a major tourist attraction, drawing visitors from across Canada and around the world, and contributing significantly to the local economy through tourism, including guided tours, film productions, and concerts held on the site; and Whereas the Kingston Penitentiary serves as an important economic driver for the Kingston region, supporting local businesses, providing employment opportunities, and promoting the city as a prominent cultural and heritage destination; and Whereas the federal government has included Kingston Penitentiary in its inventory of properties available for housing development; Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council request that the federal government remove Kingston Penitentiary from the inventory of properties designated for housing development and request that the federal government continue discussions with the City of Kingston about a long-term lease or a transfer of the property to Parks Canada, ensuring that the property remains a heritage site under federal stewardship; and That Council request that the federal government consider other options within the Kingston urban boundary, such as federally owned properties totaling at least 340 hectares of fairly unencumbered land, as potential sites for housing redevelopment, ensuring that any

the theme for International Women’s Day 2025 is “Accelerate Action,” focusing on the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality, calling for increased momentum and urgency in addressing the systemic barriers and biases that women face, both in personal and professional spheres; and Whereas according to data from the World Economic Forum, at the current rate of progress it will take until the year 2158, which is roughly five generations from now, to reach full gender parity; and Whereas gender equality is enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms specifically Section 15 and Section 28, which is part of the Constitution of Canada, along with federal legislation of Canadian Labour Code Part II, Gender Budgeting Act, and the Employment Equity Act; and Whereas gender equality means that women with intersecting identities, men, and gender diverse people are able to participate fully in all aspects of Canadian life, contributing to an inclusive and democratic society, and recognizes the disproportionate impact of racism, colonialism, ableism, homophobia and transphobia have on women and gender diverse people; and Whereas women represent over 50% of the population across the country but, according to 2023 research conducted by the Canadian Municipal Barometer at the University of Calgary on behalf of Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Canadian Women in Local Leadership (CanWILL) program, only 31% of municipal elected representatives ar

That the minutes of City Council Meeting Number 2025-07, held Tuesday, February 18, 2025, be confirmed. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That By-Law Numbers (1) through (7), (9), (10) and (8) be given their first and second reading. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That By-Law Numbers (6), (7), (9), (10) and (8) be given their third reading. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That Council do now adjourn. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Councillor Ridge, and Councillor Boehme

That Council resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole “Closed Meeting” to consider the following items: a. Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - Provincial Legislation; and b. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board, and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - Use Permit Review. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, and Councillor Ridge

That Council rise from the Committee of the Whole "Closed Meeting" without reporting. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That the addendum be approved. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That, in accordance with Section 12.9 of the City of Kingston Procedural By-Law, Eric Ferguson, General Manager, Kingston Destination Group, be permitted to appear before Council to speak to Information Report Number 2 with respect to Kingston Penitentiary Potential Disposition and Securing Community Interests. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That the Motion of Congratulations, Recognition, Sympathy, Condolences and Speedy Recovery be approved. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That Council approve an additional Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) contribution of $1,500,000 to be delegated to HAF programs by the Chief Financial Officer & City Treasurer, for continued investment in Housing Accelerator Fund programs and affordable housing creation. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That Council approve the recommendations of the Rural Economic and Community Development Working Group for the allocation of funds from the Samsung Community Benefit Program Fund for: 1. Up to $10,000 for the implementation of a marketing and communication plan to improve engagement with rural Kingston residents and businesses. 2. Up to $25,000 for the introduction of pilot project titled the Rural Kingston Community Fund Program that would provide $5,000 grants to support rural organizations and partnerships to create or enhance events, cultural activities, recreational products, and beautification projects and that Council delegates to the working group the evaluation and approval of projects to be funded. 3. Up to $100,000 to support Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority community initiatives to be allocated under the direction of the Rural Economic and Community Development Working Group. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That Council approve a 2025 budget amendment for $250,000 for the Kingston Climate Summit to be funded from the Echo Foundation and Trottier Family Foundation sponsorship. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

Option 1: That Council direct staff to advance work on the divestment of the City owned property at 900 Division Street to Limestone City Co-operative Housing Inc. utilizing one or a combination of the following options while protecting the City of Kingston’s interest: 1. Lease 2. Sale at a nominal rate (re: $1) 3. Sale at a negotiated price with a City of Kingston backed Vender Take back Mortgage 4. Sale at a market rate; and That Council direct staff to report back with information on the proposed transfer/conveyance mechanism. YEAS: (4): Councillor Glenn, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, and Councillor Osanic NAYS: (7): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

Option 2: That Council direct staff to declare 900 Division Street surplus and advertise on the open market with the intent of reallocating revenues to an affordable housing project located in another area of the city; and That Council direct staff to report back with information once the property has been sold and which affordable housing project(s) are to be supported with this additional funding. YEAS: (7): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo NAYS: (4): Councillor Glenn, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, and Councillor Osanic ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That Council approve the 2025 tax ratios as follows: a. the residential property class be set at 1.00; b. the new multi-residential property class be set at 1.00; c. the multi-residential property class be set at 1.70; d. the commercial property class be set at 1.98; e. the industrial property class be set at 2.63; f. the pipeline property class be set at 1.1728; g. the farm property class be set at 0.20; and h. the managed forests property class be set at 0.25. That the By-Law, attached as Exhibit A to Report Number AP-25-006, be presented to Council in order to establish the 2025 tax ratios. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That Report Number 30: Received from Kingston Heritage Properties Committee be received and adopted. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That By-Law Number 2010-217, City of Kingston Site Plan Control By- Law, be repealed in its entirety; and That the Site Plan Control Guidelines document dated December 2009 be repealed in its entirety; and That the new Site Plan Control By-Law be presented to Council for all three readings, as per Exhibit A (Draft Site Plan Control By-Law) to Report Number PC-25-004; and That the new Site Plan Control Guidelines included as Exhibit B (Draft Site Plan Control Guidelines) to Report Number PC-25-004 be approved by Council for use in the review of Site Plan Control applications. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That the following appointments be made to the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee for a term ending November 14, 2026:  Paul Banfield;  Sol Castaneda;  Stephanie D’Souza;  Brianne Franklin;  Lisa Jeans;  Liam Karry;  Barbara Kern;  Aara Macauley; and That Brandon Dong be appointed as the youth representative to the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee for a term ending November 14, 2026; and That pursuant to Section 3.3.2. of the Public Appointment Policy, the following applicants be appointed to the alternate pool for the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee:  Amanda Baker;  Bruce Geddes;  Chloe Campbell;  Dianne Lister;  Rachael McDonald; and  Amy Wilding. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That the Miscellaneous Business Item be approved. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That as requested by Tahseen Ali, Autism Ontario, Kingston City Council proclaim April 2, 2025 as “World Autism Day” in the City of Kingston. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

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 VIA Rail Regional Hub in Eastern Ontario with increased service and more trains starting and ending in Kingston; and Whereas under VIA Rail’s Regional Hub Model smaller communities in Eastern Ontario would also benefit from additional service to support their towns and cities; and Whereas on February 19, 2025 VIA Rail Canada and the federal government announced that they were no longer planning a VIA HFR but a new High Speed Rail project that would completely bypass Kingston; and Whereas as one of the five busiest VIA stations in the country, VIA’s change of direction disproportionately impacts the residents of Kingston and Eastern Ontario who have been pushing for years for more convenient and reliable train service; and Whereas VIA Rail’s recent decision to fundamentally change their plans for rail expansion after securing Kingston’s endorsement is a breach of trust that undermines eight years of working with our community in a collaborative way; Therefore Be It Resolved That the City of Kingston formally withdraw its support for the VIA Rail High Speed Rail proposal and request VIA

Whereas the Kingston Penitentiary is Canada's oldest penitentiary, a historically significant site that has played a central role in the region’s heritage and cultural identity; and Whereas Kingston Penitentiary has become a major tourist attraction, drawing visitors from across Canada and around the world, and contributing significantly to the local economy through tourism, including guided tours, film productions, and concerts held on the site; and Whereas the Kingston Penitentiary serves as an important economic driver for the Kingston region, supporting local businesses, providing employment opportunities, and promoting the city as a prominent cultural and heritage destination; and Whereas the federal government has included Kingston Penitentiary in its inventory of properties available for housing development; Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council request that the federal government remove Kingston Penitentiary from the inventory of properties designated for housing development and request that the federal government continue discussions with the City of Kingston about a long- term lease or a transfer of the property to Parks Canada, ensuring that the property remains a heritage site under federal stewardship; and That Council request that the federal government consider other options within the Kingston urban boundary, such as federally owned properties totaling at least 340 hectares of fairly unencumbered land, as potential sites for housing redevelopment, ensuring

Whereas the theme for International Women’s Day 2025 is “Accelerate Action,” focusing on the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality, calling for increased momentum and urgency in addressing the systemic barriers and biases that women face, both in personal and professional spheres; and Whereas according to data from the World Economic Forum, at the current rate of progress it will take until the year 2158, which is roughly five generations from now, to reach full gender parity; and Whereas gender equality is enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms specifically Section 15 and Section 28, which is part of the Constitution of Canada, along with federal legislation of Canadian Labour Code Part II, Gender Budgeting Act, and the Employment Equity Act; and Whereas gender equality means that women with intersecting identities, men, and gender diverse people are able to participate fully in all aspects of Canadian life, contributing to an inclusive and democratic society, and recognizes the disproportionate impact of racism, colonialism, ableism, homophobia and transphobia have on women and gender diverse people; and Whereas women represent over 50% of the population across the country but, according to 2023 research conducted by the Canadian Municipal Barometer at the University of Calgary on behalf of Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Canadian Women in Local Leadership (CanWILL) program, only 31% of municipal elected representa

That the minutes of City Council Meeting Number 2025-07, held Tuesday, February 18, 2025, be confirmed. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That By-Law Numbers (1) through (7), (9), (10) and (8) be given their first and second reading. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That By-Law Numbers (6), (7), (9), (10) and (8) be given their third reading. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge

That Council do now adjourn. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Deputy Mayor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Ridge