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That Council resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole “Closed Meeting” to consider the following items: Labour relations or employee negotiations - Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 109 - Negotiated Settlement; and Education & training pursuant to Section 293(3.1) of the Municipal Act - Land Use Planning. YEAS: (8) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (5) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Glenn, and Councillor Hassan

That Council rise from the Committee of the Whole "Closed Meeting", that the rules of By-Law Number 2021-41, as amended, be waived and the City Clerk report. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That Council ratify and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Collective Agreement between The Corporation of the City of Kingston and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 109, for the period January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2026 in a form satisfactory to the Director of Legal Services. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That the addendum be approved. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That clauses 12.9 & 12.11 of the City of Kingston Procedural By-Law be suspended to allow Danielle Picard to appear before Council to speak to Clause 1 of Report Number 93: Received from Kingston Heritage Properties Committee with respect to Notice of Objection to Proposed Heritage Designation - 140-150 Montreal Street & 145-149 Montreal Street/97 Bay Street. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That the condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of former senator, esteemed lawyer, and a tireless advocate for truth and reconciliation, The Honourable Murray Sinclair, who passed away at the age of 73. After retiring from the Senate in 2021, Sinclair was appointed chancellor of Queen's University and had a great impact in our community. Murray’s kindness, generosity, and fairness will resonate for generations to come. His passing is a great loss for our community and nation. Our thoughts are with his family during this time. 12.

That Report Number 92: Received from the Chief Administrative Officer (Consent) be received and adopted. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That Council approve the 2025 meeting schedule for City Council and standing committees, attached as Exhibit A to Report Number 24-224.

That a By-Law be presented for all three readings to amend By-Law Number 2004-190, being “A By-Law to Regulate the Use of City Streets", as amended, as per Exhibit A to Report Number 24-258.

That Council acknowledges receipt of the Notice of Objection from Peter Draper dated August 7, 2024, to the proposed designation of the property located at 140-150 Montreal Street, as a property of cultural heritage value or interest pursuant to Section 29(5) of the Ontario Heritage Act and having considered the objections set out in the Notice of Objection pursuant to Section 29(6), has decided not to withdraw the Notice to Intention to Designate the property; and That Council give all three readings to the Designation By-Law for 140-150 Montreal Street, attached as Exhibit C to Report Number 24-249 and directs the City Clerk to serve a Notice of Passing as prescribed under Section 29(8) of the Act; and That Council acknowledges receipt of the Notice of Objection from Jeff Blasko and Carly Lindsay dated August 13, 2024, to the proposed designation of the property located at 145-149 Montreal Street and 97 Bay Street, known as the Strainge Terrace, as a property of cultural heritage value or interest pursuant to Section 29(5) of the Ontario Heritage Act and having considered the objections set out in the Notice of Objection pursuant to Section 29(6), has decided not to withdraw the Notice to Intention to Designate the property; and That Council give all three readings to the Designation By-Law for 145-149 Montreal Street and 97 Bay Street, attached as Exhibit D to Report Number 24-249 and directs the City Clerk to serve a Notice of Passing as prescribed under Section 29(8) of

That the application for final plan of condominium (File Number D07-002-2023) submitted by Fotenn Consultants Inc., on behalf of Tamarack (Rideau 2) Corporation, for the property municipally known as 998 Highway 15, be exempted under Section 9(6) of the Condominium Act from the provisions of Section 51 and 51.1 of the Planning Act that would normally apply under Section 9(2) of the Condominium Act; and That final approval be granted to the final plan of condominium (File Number D07-002-2023) submitted by Fotenn Consultants Inc., on behalf of Tamarack (Rideau 2) Corporation, for the property municipally known as 998 Highway 15, subject to the Owner entering into a Condominium agreement with the City, which agreement shall provide further notice to the Condominium Corporation and present and future purchasers, of the conditions contained within the registered Subdivision agreement and that the Condominium Corporation will be responsible for maintaining the approved site works and fulfilling any conditions of the agreement; and That subject to the satisfaction of the Director of Legal Services & City Solicitor, the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Condominium agreement, and the Director of Legal Services & City Solicitor be authorized to forward the necessary signed and stamped originals and required copies of the Final Plan of Condominium to the Land Registry Office for registration. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ri

That Council direct staff to serve a Notice of Proposed Amendment for the properties located at 8 Estate Lane; 8, 14 & 17 Gable Lane; 15 Leahurst Lane; 25, 38, 46 & 51 Heakes Lane; 18 & 24 Penrose Lane; 18, 36, 42 & 46 Lakewatch Lane; 11, 23 & 43 Beechgrove Lane; and 730 & 752 King Street West, pursuant to Section 30.1 of the Ontario Heritage Act, attached as Exhibit C to Report Number HP-24-041; and That should no Notice of Objection be received by the Clerk of The Corporation of the City of Kingston within thirty (30) days of the publication of the Notice of Proposed Amendment, the Designation By-Law for the former Rockwood Asylum, attached as Exhibit D to Report Number HP-24-041, be presented to Council for all three readings, and that staff be directed to carry out the requirements as prescribed under Section 30.1 of the Act. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That Report Number 96: Received from Environment, Infrastructure & Transportation Policies Committee be received and adopted. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That Council direct staff, starting in 2025, to report to the Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee annually on the following four pothole key performance indicators (KPI) and the following index for context: KPI: Total number of potholes identified for each classification of road; KPI: Percentage of potholes repaired (filled) within the timeframe outlined in the provincial Minimum Maintenance Standards; KPI: Percentage of identified potholes that were reported by the public; KPI: Average number of days to repair a pothole based on road classification; and Index: Weather Severity Index.

That Council direct staff to report back to the Environment, Infrastructure & Transportation Policies Committee in Q3 2025 detailing programmatic changes for the extension of the Better Homes Kingston Program, including a detailed budget and the necessary amendments to By-Law Number 2021-23, “A By-Law to Authorize the Undertaking of Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation Works on Private Residential Property as Local Improvements under the Better Homes Kingston Program (BHKP)”.

That Council approve a budget amendment for $20,000 funded from the monies collected from the Cash-in-Lieu of Parking levies to support an expanded car-share pilot program; and That Council authorize the Manager, Licensing, Parking Operations and Policy, in consultation with the Director of Legal Services, to enter into an agreement with Communauto Inc. for the provision of an expanded car-share pilot program for a period of up to 18 months, starting in Q2 2025. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund applications, attached to Report Number KEAC-24-001 as Exhibit A, meet the objectives and eligibility criteria, and be approved for public donation. YEAS: (11) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (2) Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That the Miscellaneous Business Item be approved. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That the resignation of Reza Jamshidi Chenari from the Kingston Environmental Advisory Committee be received with regret.

the Government of Ontario has announced it will introduce legislation that would require municipalities to receive approval from the province before the installation of new cycling lanes that would result in the removal of lanes for vehicle traffic; and Whereas as part of this approval municipalities would be required to demonstrate that the proposed cycling lanes will not have a negative impact on vehicle traffic; and Whereas cycling lanes are an essential element of urban transportation and road safety planning, and requiring provincial approval represents a significant overreach into municipal jurisdiction; and Whereas the Kingston 2023 – 2026 Strategic Plan includes a priority to Build an Active and Connected Community with a goal (3.3.2) to prioritize pedestrian connections and dedicated cycling lanes; and Whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario is urging the province to respect local decision-making when considering transportation improvements; Therefore Be It Resolved That Council expresses its support with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for maintaining municipal jurisdiction with respect the installation of cycling lanes; and That a copy of this motion be sent to The Honourable M.P.P. Premier of Ontario Doug Ford, The Honorable M.P.P. Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation, M.P.P. Ted Hsu, Kingston and the Islands, M.P.P. John Jordan, Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Kingston Coalit

the City of Kingston is home to a considerable amount of rural land (83% of total land base) that significantly contributes to the local economy through agriculture, tourism, rural businesses, and neighbourhoods; and Whereas the Rural Economic Development (RED) Grant Program from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and Ministry of Rural Affairs provides crucial annual funding to support economic growth and job creation in rural areas; and Whereas cities with large rural components face similar economic challenges as rural municipalities, such as the need for infrastructure improvements, support for small businesses and communities, and rural development strategies; and Whereas the current eligibility criteria for the RED Grant Program does not adequately account for urban-rural hybrid cities like Kingston, Ottawa, or Hamilton where rural areas face distinct challenges that can benefit from such provincial funding; and Whereas RED Grant Program guidelines defines “Rural Ontario” as all Statistics Canada census subdivisions (including lower-tier and single-tier municipalities) that either have a population of less than 100,000 people, or have a population density of 100 people per square kilometer or less, as identified in the most recent Statistics Canada Census of Canadian Population, which excludes Kingston; and Whereas M.P.P. Ted Hsu, Kingston & the Islands has expressed support for broadening the eligibility of the RED Grant Program to include cities with si

That the Minutes of City Council Meeting Number 24-2024, held Tuesday, October 15, 2024, be confirmed. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That By-Laws (1) through (4), and (7) through (14) be given their first and second reading. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That By-Laws (1) through (14) be given their third reading. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That Council do now adjourn. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Glenn

That Council resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole “Closed Meeting” to consider the following items: a. Labour relations or employee negotiations - Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 109 - Negotiated Settlement; and b. Education & training pursuant to Section 293(3.1) of the Municipal Act - Land Use Planning. YEAS: (8): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (5): Councillor Glenn, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Mayor Paterson, and Councillor Ridge

That Council rise from the Committee of the Whole "Closed Meeting", that the rules of By-Law Number 2021-41, as amended, be waived and the City Clerk report. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, and Mayor Paterson

That the addendum be approved. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, and Mayor Paterson

That Report Number 92: Received from the Chief Administrative Officer (Consent) be received and adopted. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Glenn, and Mayor Paterson

That the application for final plan of condominium (File Number D07-002- 2023) submitted by Fotenn Consultants Inc., on behalf of Tamarack (Rideau 2) Corporation, for the property municipally known as 998 Highway 15, be exempted under Section 9(6) of the Condominium Act from the provisions of Section 51 and 51.1 of the Planning Act that would normally apply under Section 9(2) of the Condominium Act; and That final approval be granted to the final plan of condominium (File Number D07-002-2023) submitted by Fotenn Consultants Inc., on behalf of Tamarack (Rideau 2) Corporation, for the property municipally known as 998 Highway 15, subject to the Owner entering into a Condominium agreement with the City, which agreement shall provide further notice to the Condominium Corporation and present and future purchasers, of the conditions contained within the registered Subdivision agreement and that the Condominium Corporation will be responsible for maintaining the approved site works and fulfilling any conditions of the agreement; and That subject to the satisfaction of the Director of Legal Services & City Solicitor, the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Condominium agreement, and the Director of Legal Services & City Solicitor be authorized to forward the necessary signed and stamped originals and required copies of the Final Plan of Condominium to the Land Registry Office for registration. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Ci

That Report Number 96: Received from Environment, Infrastructure & Transportation Policies Committee be received and adopted. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Glenn, and Mayor Paterson

That Council direct staff, starting in 2025, to report to the Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee annually on the following four pothole key performance indicators (KPI) and the following index for context: 1. KPI: Total number of potholes identified for each classification of road; 2. KPI: Percentage of potholes repaired (filled) within the timeframe outlined in the provincial Minimum Maintenance Standards; 3. KPI: Percentage of identified potholes that were reported by the public; 4. KPI: Average number of days to repair a pothole based on road classification; and 5. Index: Weather Severity Index.

That the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund applications, attached to Report Number KEAC-24-001 as Exhibit A, meet the objectives and eligibility criteria, and be approved for public donation. YEAS: (11): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (2): Councillor Glenn, and Mayor Paterson

That the Miscellaneous Business Item be approved. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, and Mayor Paterson

Whereas the Government of Ontario has announced it will introduce legislation that would require municipalities to receive approval from the province before the installation of new cycling lanes that would result in the removal of lanes for vehicle traffic; and Whereas as part of this approval municipalities would be required to demonstrate that the proposed cycling lanes will not have a negative impact on vehicle traffic; and Whereas cycling lanes are an essential element of urban transportation and road safety planning, and requiring provincial approval represents a significant overreach into municipal jurisdiction; and Whereas the Kingston 2023 – 2026 Strategic Plan includes a priority to Build an Active and Connected Community with a goal (3.3.2) to prioritize pedestrian connections and dedicated cycling lanes; and Whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario is urging the province to respect local decision-making when considering transportation improvements; Therefore Be It Resolved That Council expresses its support with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for maintaining municipal jurisdiction with respect the installation of cycling lanes; and That a copy of this motion be sent to The Honourable M.P.P. Premier of Ontario Doug Ford, The Honorable M.P.P. Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation, M.P.P. Ted Hsu, Kingston and the Islands, M.P.P. John Jordan, Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Kingsto

Whereas the City of Kingston is home to a considerable amount of rural land (83% of total land base) that significantly contributes to the local economy through agriculture, tourism, rural businesses, and neighbourhoods; and Whereas the Rural Economic Development (RED) Grant Program from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and Ministry of Rural Affairs provides crucial annual funding to support economic growth and job creation in rural areas; and Whereas cities with large rural components face similar economic challenges as rural municipalities, such as the need for infrastructure improvements, support for small businesses and communities, and rural development strategies; and Whereas the current eligibility criteria for the RED Grant Program does not adequately account for urban-rural hybrid cities like Kingston, Ottawa, or Hamilton where rural areas face distinct challenges that can benefit from such provincial funding; and Whereas RED Grant Program guidelines defines “Rural Ontario” as all Statistics Canada census subdivisions (including lower-tier and single-tier municipalities) that either have a population of less than 100,000 people, or have a population density of 100 people per square kilometer or less, as identified in the most recent Statistics Canada Census of Canadian Population, which excludes Kingston; and Whereas M.P.P. Ted Hsu, Kingston & the Islands has expressed support for broadening the eligibility of the RED Grant Program to include cities

That the Minutes of City Council Meeting Number 24-2024, held Tuesday, October 15, 2024, be confirmed. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, and Mayor Paterson

That By-Laws (1) through (4), and (7) through (14) be given their first and second reading. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, and Mayor Paterson

That By-Laws (1) through (14) be given their third reading. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, and Mayor Paterson

That Council do now adjourn. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Deputy Mayor Boehme, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Hassan, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, and Mayor Paterson