Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
Declared interests
Councillor Amosin Miscellaneous Business Item 1 with respect to Proclamation - Seniors Association Kingston Region Day, as he is employed by the Seniors Association
Deputy Mayor Boehmein Clause 2 of Report Number 42: Received from the Chief Administrative Officer (Recommend), and the corresponding Briefing, with respect to Financial Overview and Fiscal Outlook at the May 5, 2026 Council meeting, as he is employed by Utilities Kingston
What was decided (41 motions)
38 carried, 3 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the addendum be approved. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Tozzo, seconded by Councillor Ridge
Carried
That in accordance with Section 12.9 of the City of Kingston Procedural By-Law, Robert MacInnes be permitted to appear before Council to speak to New Motion 4 with respect to Reestablishing Council Direction on the Official Plan. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Ridge, seconded by Councillor Stephen
Carried
That the Motions of Congratulations, Recognition, Sympathy, Condolences and Speedy Recovery be approved. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Chaves, seconded by Councillor Tozzo
Carried
That congratulations be extended to Kingston’s Town Crier Chris Whyman, on winning the recent 2026 Ontario Guild of Town Criers Competition. This win was Chris’s ninth since he first began competing in 1984 at 23, when he won the inaugural provincial competition in Ottawa. This June will mark 42 years since his first official cry down in front of Kingston City Hall. Thank you Chris for continuing to be a passionate ambassador for Kingston, showcasing the city’s rich history, and vibrant community spirit.
Moved by Councillor Chaves, seconded by Councillor Tozzo
Carried
That Report Number 47: Received from the Chief Administrative Officer (Consent) be received and adopted. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Ridge, seconded by Councillor Stephen
Carried
That Council approve A By-Law to Amend City of Kingston By-Law Number 2023-204, Committee By-Law, attached as Exhibit A to Report Number 26-115.
Moved by Councillor Ridge, seconded by Councillor Stephen
Carried
That Council declare pursuant to Ont. Reg 603/06 s. 6(1) under Section 110 of the Municipal Act, 2001 that the municipal capital facilities are for the purposes of the municipality and are for public use; and That Council approve entering into a lease with Kingston Community Health Centres for 315 Queen Mary Road that includes municipal capital facility provisions, in order to exempt the associated occupied premises from taxation for municipal and education purposes, effective upon the execution of the lease; and That Council approve entering into a lease with Home Base Housing for 315 Queen Mary Road that includes municipal capital facility provisions, in order to exempt the associated occupied premises from taxation for municipal and education purposes, effective upon the execution of the lease; and That in accordance with Section 110(6) of the Municipal Act, 2001, the By-Laws attached as Exhibits A and B to Report Number 26-140, be presented and given all three readings to provide an exemption to the associated occupied areas of 315 Queen Mary Road, from taxation for municipal and school purposes, following the execution of the associated leases; and That in accordance with Section 110(8) of the Municipal Act, 2001 the Clerk be directed to give written notice of the passing of the By-Laws to the local school boards having jurisdiction in the area in which the property is located and to the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation as required by Section 110(5) and (8) of t
Moved by Councillor Amos, seconded by Councillor Hassan
That Council approve a capital budget amendment of up to $290,000 to be funded from debt financing, with debt payments to funded from the Municipal Capital Reserve Fund, for land transfer costs and legal and closing costs related to the property. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Amos, seconded by Councillor Hassan
Carried
That Jesse MacMillan, Em Harmsen, Juliane Okot Bitek, Kay Kenney, Liam Karry, and Barbara Kern be appointed to the Mayor's Arts Awards Nominations Subcommittee; and That Brianne Franklin be appointed to the alternate pool of Arts, Culture and Heritage members for the Mayor's Arts Awards Nominations Subcommittee. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Chaves, seconded by Councillor Tozzo
That Sadiqa de Meijer, Jason Heroux, Wayne Grady, and Lisa Jeans be appointed to the Poet Laureate Nominations Subcommittee. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Chaves, seconded by Councillor Tozzo
Carried
That as requested by Don Amos, Seniors Association Kingston Region, City Council proclaim June 19, 2026 as “Seniors Association Kingston Region Day” in the City of Kingston. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Amos
Moved by Councillor Stephen, seconded by Councillor Chaves
Carried
That as requested by Paul Carl, City Council proclaim the month of June 2026 as “National Indigenous People’s Month” in the City of Kingston. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Amos
Moved by Councillor Stephen, seconded by Councillor Chaves
Carried
City Council initiated work on its the new Official Plan framework and policies in 2023 with a work plan aiming to have a new Official Plan approved before the end of June 2026; and Whereas although a number of background studies supporting the Official Plan have been released, there are still upcoming important supporting plans such as the Natural Heritage Study, Integrated Mobility Plan, etc. that are in in progress; and Whereas some members of the public have expressed a desire for more time to review supporting studies and the draft plan prior to City Council making a decision on the final Official Plan; Therefore Be It Resolved That Council direct city staff to cancel the June 30 th Special Meeting of Council and the June 18th Special Meeting of Planning Committee; and That staff be directed to hold an information session in Q1 2027 in order to provide information to both the public and the council elected for the 2026-2030 term regarding the Official Plan; and That Council direct staff to release additional supporting studies and plans, when available, in accordance with the Council endorsed medium growth scenario for public review and feedback and submit an updated 3rd draft of the New Official Plan, together with an accompanying recommendation report, no later than June 30, 2027, following the completion of outstanding supporting studies, public engagement, and technical review. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, De
Moved by Councillor Tozzo, seconded by Councillor Cinanni
That New Motion 1 be amended by inserting the following as the second operative clause: That staff be directed to hold an information session in Q1 2027 in order to provide information to both the public and the council elected for the 2026-2030 term regarding the Official Plan; and YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Osanic NAYS: (1) Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Cinanni, seconded by Councillor Tozzo
Carried
That New Motion Number 1 be amended by deleting the first operative clause in its entirety and inserting thereto: That Council direct staff to: (a) proceed with the June 30th Special Meeting of Council as scheduled as an information and discussion meeting only, with no final adoption on the New Official Plan occurring at that meeting; and (b) cancel the June 18th Special Meeting of Planning Committee; and YEAS: (5) Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof NAYS: (7) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, and Councillor Stephen ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Osanic, seconded by Councillor Glenn
That New Motion 1 be amended in the third operative clause by deleting “recommendation to Council in 2027” and inserting “of the New Official Plan, together with an accompanying recommendation report, no later than June 30, 2027, following the completion of outstanding supporting studies, public engagement, and technical review.” so that it reads as follows: That Council direct staff to release additional supporting studies and plans, when available, in accordance with the Council endorsed medium growth scenario for public review and feedback and submit an updated 3rd draft of the New Official Plan, together with an accompanying recommendation report, no later than June 30, 2027, following the completion of outstanding supporting studies, public engagement, and technical review. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Osanic NAYS: (1) Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Glenn, seconded by Councillor Osanic
prior to its closure in 2023, the Westbrook Dome provided Kingston clubs with access to bookable space for indoor sports, including soccer; and Whereas Kingston sports clubs have been travelling to other communities, including Belleville, to access facilities that can support indoor sports; and Whereas the potential construction of a future indoor sports facility in Kingston east is being delayed due to market constraints; and Whereas the City of Kingston designed John Machin field in 2013 to include an engineered grade beam to accept an air supported structure, as well as with a washroom building that was designed to integrate with any future sports dome; Therefore Be It Resolved That Council direct staff to review the condition of the grade beam at John Machin field and if the condition supports, to issue a Request For Interest (RFI) from potential private operator(s) of a sports dome this Summer; and That staff be directed to report back to Council by the beginning of October 2026 with the outcome of the grade beam assessment and any resulting RFI. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Deputy Mayor Boehme, seconded by Councillor Amos
Carried
Lake Ontario is a vital natural resource that provides recreation, supports the economy, and serves as a critical habitat for numerous species; and Whereas the Kingston area is home to unique cultural and historical shipwrecks such as the George A. Marsh and the Eureka shipwrecks, which represent significant heritage assets that contribute to local tourism and community identity; and Whereas geographically, Kingston is the confluence of three major water transportation routes – Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River and the Cataraqui River that leads to the Rideau Canal; and Whereas the establishment of a National Marine Conservation Area (NMCA) under Parks Canada would ensure long-term protection and sustainable management of Lake Ontario’s unique ecosystems, cultural heritage, and biodiversity, while supporting tourism, economic opportunities, and traditional uses in harmony with conservation; and Whereas Nature Canada will make a presentation to Kingston Council on May 19, 2026, highlighting the ecological, cultural, and economic benefits of an NMCA for Lake Ontario and its surrounding communities; and Whereas a feasibility assessment is necessary to evaluate the suitability of Lake Ontario for the establishment of a National Marine Conservation Area, including the potential environmental, economic, and social benefits of such a designation; Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the City of Kingston supports and requests the federal and provincial government undertake
Moved by Councillor Osanic, seconded by Councillor Cinanni
Carried
the proposed New Official Plan for Kingston will guide growth, land use, infrastructure investment, environmental protection, and housing policy for decades to come; and Whereas the decisions associated with the New Official Plan, including any proposed urban boundary expansion, carry significant long-term financial, environmental, servicing, and community impacts; and Whereas additional information respecting infrastructure servicing costs, lifecycle financial obligations, environmental impacts, and fiscal implications is still being reviewed or developed, with certain supporting studies and policies anticipated in mid to late June, or in the fall; and Whereas the staff report accompanying the next draft of the New Official Plan, which provides context, analysis, and interpretation of the draft, will be only be released approximately one week prior to the June 30, 2026 Special Meeting of Council; and Whereas these short timelines provide inadequate time for community members and Council to meaningfully review, consider and provide feedback to such a complex and consequential document prior to final adoption; and Whereas maintaining flexibility within the planning process is prudent to ensure that future analysis or updated information may support modification or contraction of proposed urban boundary expansion areas; Therefore Be It Resolved That the Special Meeting of Council currently scheduled for June 30, 2026 to consider the proposed New Official Plan be designated as a
Moved by Councillor Glenn, seconded by Councillor Osanic
Deferred
Vesak, or Buddha Day, is the most sacred Buddhist festival, commemorating the birth, enlightenment (Nirvana), and passing away (Parinirvana) of Gautama Buddha, celebrated on the full moon in May – it is a time for devotion, charity, and reflection, marked by temple visits, chanting, lighting lanterns, and acts of kindness; and Whereas an application for illumination was submitted by Manamendra Medawattegedara, President of Sri Lankans in Kingston, on February 16, 2026, to illuminate First Capital Place on May 29, 2026, in recognition of Vesak Festival and the request was declined because it was not submitted by the January 31, 2026, deadline; Therefore Be It Resolved That notwithstanding subsection 3.5 of the First Capital Place Illumination Policy, Council approve an illumination of First Capital Place on May 29, 2026, in recognition of Vesak Festival. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor McLaren, seconded by Councillor Glenn
Carried
That the minutes of City Council Meeting Number 2026-12, held Tuesday, May 5, 2026, be confirmed. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Cinanni, seconded by Councillor Oosterhof
Carried
That By-Law Numbers (1) through (5) be given their first and second reading. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Oosterhof, seconded by Councillor Hassan
Carried
That By-Law Numbers (2) through (5) be given their third reading. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Oosterhof, seconded by Councillor Hassan
Carried
That Council do now adjourn. YEAS: (12) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1) Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Stephen, seconded by Councillor Tozzo
Carried
That the addendum be approved. YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Tozzo, seconded by Councillor Ridge
Carried
That in accordance with Section 12.9 of the City of Kingston Procedural By-Law, Robert MacInnes be permitted to appear before Council to speak to New Motion 4 with respect to Reestablishing Council Direction on the Official Plan. YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Ridge, seconded by Councillor Stephen
Carried
That the Motions of Congratulations, Recognition, Sympathy, Condolences and Speedy Recovery be approved. YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Chaves, seconded by Councillor Tozzo
Carried
That Report Number 47: Received from the Chief Administrative Officer (Consent) be received and adopted. YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Ridge, seconded by Councillor Stephen
Carried
That Council approve a capital budget amendment of up to $290,000 to be funded from debt financing, with debt payments to funded from the Municipal Capital Reserve Fund, for land transfer costs and legal and closing costs related to the property. City Council Meeting 2026-13 Minutes May 19, 2026 YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Amos, seconded by Councillor Hassan
That Sadiqa de Meijer, Jason Heroux, Wayne Grady, and Lisa Jeans be appointed to the Poet Laureate Nominations Subcommittee. City Council Meeting 2026-13 Minutes May 19, 2026 YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Chaves, seconded by Councillor Tozzo
That as requested by Don Amos, Seniors Association Kingston Region, City Council proclaim June 19, 2026 as “Seniors Association Kingston Region Day” in the City of Kingston. YEAS: (11): Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Amos, and Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Stephen, seconded by Councillor Chaves
Carried
That as requested by Paul Carl, City Council proclaim the month of June 2026 as “National Indigenous People’s Month” in the City of Kingston. YEAS: (11): Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Amos, and Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Stephen, seconded by Councillor Chaves
Carried
That New Motion 1 be amended by inserting the following as the second operative clause: That staff be directed to hold an information session in Q1 2027 in order to provide information to both the public and the council elected for the 2026-2030 term regarding the Official Plan; and YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo NAYS: (1): Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Cinanni, seconded by Councillor Tozzo
Carried
Whereas prior to its closure in 2023, the Westbrook Dome provided Kingston clubs with access to bookable space for indoor sports, including soccer; and Whereas Kingston sports clubs have been travelling to other communities, including Belleville, to access facilities that can support indoor sports; and Whereas the potential construction of a future indoor sports facility in Kingston east is being delayed due to market constraints; and City Council Meeting 2026-13 Minutes May 19, 2026 Whereas the City of Kingston designed John Machin field in 2013 to include an engineered grade beam to accept an air supported structure, as well as with a washroom building that was designed to integrate with any future sports dome; Therefore Be It Resolved That Council direct staff to review the condition of the grade beam at John Machin field and if the condition supports, to issue a Request For Interest (RFI) from potential private operator(s) of a sports dome this Summer; and That staff be directed to report back to Council by the beginning of October 2026 with the outcome of the grade beam assessment and any resulting RFI. YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Deputy Mayor Boehme, seconded by Councillor Amos
Carried
Whereas Lake Ontario is a vital natural resource that provides recreation, supports the economy, and serves as a critical habitat for numerous species; and Whereas the Kingston area is home to unique cultural and historical shipwrecks such as the George A. Marsh and the Eureka shipwrecks, which represent significant heritage assets that contribute to local tourism and community identity; and Whereas geographically, Kingston is the confluence of three major water transportation routes – Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River and the Cataraqui River that leads to the Rideau Canal; and Whereas the establishment of a National Marine Conservation Area (NMCA) under Parks Canada would ensure long-term protection and sustainable management of Lake Ontario’s unique ecosystems, cultural heritage, and biodiversity, while supporting tourism, economic opportunities, and traditional uses in harmony with conservation; and City Council Meeting 2026-13 Minutes May 19, 2026 Whereas Nature Canada will make a presentation to Kingston Council on May 19, 2026, highlighting the ecological, cultural, and economic benefits of an NMCA for Lake Ontario and its surrounding communities; and Whereas a feasibility assessment is necessary to evaluate the suitability of Lake Ontario for the establishment of a National Marine Conservation Area, including the potential environmental, economic, and social benefits of such a designation; Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the City of Kingston supports an
Moved by Councillor Osanic, seconded by Councillor Cinanni
Carried
Whereas the proposed New Official Plan for Kingston will guide growth, land use, infrastructure investment, environmental protection, and housing policy for decades to come; and Whereas the decisions associated with the New Official Plan, including any proposed urban boundary expansion, carry significant long-term financial, environmental, servicing, and community impacts; and City Council Meeting 2026-13 Minutes May 19, 2026 Whereas additional information respecting infrastructure servicing costs, lifecycle financial obligations, environmental impacts, and fiscal implications is still being reviewed or developed, with certain supporting studies and policies anticipated in mid to late June, or in the fall; and Whereas the staff report accompanying the next draft of the New Official Plan, which provides context, analysis, and interpretation of the draft, will be only be released approximately one week prior to the June 30, 2026 Special Meeting of Council; and Whereas these short timelines provide inadequate time for community members and Council to meaningfully review, consider and provide feedback to such a complex and consequential document prior to final adoption; and Whereas maintaining flexibility within the planning process is prudent to ensure that future analysis or updated information may support modification or contraction of proposed urban boundary expansion areas; Therefore Be It Resolved That the Special Meeting of Council currently scheduled for June 30, 2026 to
Moved by Councillor Glenn, seconded by Councillor Osanic
Deferred
Whereas Vesak, or Buddha Day, is the most sacred Buddhist festival, commemorating the birth, enlightenment (Nirvana), and passing away (Parinirvana) of Gautama Buddha, celebrated on the full moon in May – it is a time for devotion, charity, and reflection, marked by temple visits, chanting, lighting lanterns, and acts of kindness; and Whereas an application for illumination was submitted by Manamendra Medawattegedara, President of Sri Lankans in Kingston, on February 16, 2026, to illuminate First Capital Place on May 29, 2026, in recognition of Vesak Festival and the request was declined because it was not submitted by the January 31, 2026, deadline; Therefore Be It Resolved That notwithstanding subsection 3.5 of the First Capital Place Illumination Policy, Council approve an illumination of First Capital Place on May 29, 2026, in recognition of Vesak Festival. YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor McLaren, seconded by Councillor Glenn
Carried
That the minutes of City Council Meeting Number 2026-12, held Tuesday, May 5, 2026, be confirmed. City Council Meeting 2026-13 Minutes May 19, 2026 YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Cinanni, seconded by Councillor Oosterhof
Carried
That By-Law Numbers (1) through (5) be given their first and second reading. YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Oosterhof, seconded by Councillor Hassan
Carried
That By-Law Numbers (2) through (5) be given their third reading. City Council Meeting 2026-13 Minutes May 19, 2026 YEAS: (12): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (1): Mayor Paterson
Moved by Councillor Oosterhof, seconded by Councillor Hassan