City Council Meeting

That Council resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole "Closed Meeting" to consider the following item: Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - Provincial Legislation. YEAS: (10) Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3) Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

That Council rise from the Committee of the Whole "Closed Meeting" without reporting. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

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

That the Motions of Congratulations, Recognition, Sympathy, Condolences and Speedy Recovery be approved. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

That the sincere condolences of Kingston City Council be extended to the family and friends of Pippa Fitzpatrick who passed away suddenly on April 7, 2025 at the young age of 32. Pippa dedicated her life to helping others as an educator, caregiver and most recently as a valued member of the Kingston Fire & Rescue team where she worked as an emergency response dispatcher. Her dedication and service to our community will be deeply missed. Our thoughts are with Pippa’s family and friends during this difficult time.

That Report Number 42: Received from the Chief Administrative Officer (Consent) be received and adopted. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

That Council approve the naming rights agreement for the inclusive playground at Shannon Park, to be formally known as the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground, from April 15, 2025 to April 14, 2040 at a cost of $350,000; and That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute any agreements and other required documentation with Jumpstart Canadian Charities in a form satisfactory to the Director of Legal Services.

That Council approve community licence agreements for Partner Groups – Sports and Recreation who occupy space in City premises at nominal rates; and That the Director, Business Real Estate & Environment be granted delegated authority to approve licence agreements, including all extensions to and amendments of such licence agreements, with sports and recreation partner groups that are eligible under Section 15 of the Revenue Leasing and Licensing Policy to licence space in City facilities at nominal rates, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor or their designate; and That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute all licence agreements, including all extensions to and amendments of such licence agreements, with sports and recreation partners groups, as approved by the Director, Business Real Estate & Environment.

That the By-Law attached as Exhibit B to Council Report Number 25-100 be presented to Council for three readings on April 15, 2025, in order to levy taxes for the year 2025 to: Set the tax rates to be levied upon the assessment in each property class to raise the amounts required by taxation: Municipal Tax Levies General Tax Levy $166,304,792 External Agencies Tax Levy 82,099,143 Regulated Tax Levy 57,378 Special Area Levies Fire Central $19,683,483 Fire West 13,589,455 Fire East 2,378,507 Garbage Disposal 2,089,811 County of Frontenac Levies Fairmount Home for the Aged Levy $4,763,912 Frontenac Paramedic Services Levy 12,992,732 University Hospitals Kingston Foundation Levy $2,500,000 Business Improvement Area Levies Operating Levy $1,571,428 Capital Levies 278,996 Adopt the education tax rates to levy education taxes on behalf of the Province; and Establish the necessary provisions to enable preparation and collection of the 2025 final tax levy.

That Council approve entering into a one-year Service Level Agreement with the H’Art Centre from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026, for an amount of $40,000 for the services identified between the City of Kingston and the H’Art Centre, to be renewed annually pending Council approval and confirmation of associated budget; and That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a Service Level Agreement between the City of Kingston and the H’Art Centre that identifies the services to be provided by the H'Art Centre and the associated funding issued by the City of Kingston for those services, in a form satisfactory to the Director of Legal Services. YEAS: (9) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Osanic ABSENT: (4) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Councillor Oosterhof

That Council approve the allocation of $500,000 from the approved Housing & Social Services 2025 operating budget to support shelter operations at the Integrated Care Hub until March 31, 2026.

That Council approve the allocation of $500,000 from the approved Housing & Social Services 2025 operating budget to support shelter operations at the Integrated Care Hub until March 31, 2026. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

That the application for Final Plan of Subdivision (File Number D12-001-2023) submitted by Josselyn Engineering Inc., on behalf of Siderius Developments Ltd., for the property municipally known as 40 Sir John A Macdonald Boulevard, be approved; and That Council direct staff to finalize and register the subdivision agreement with the Owner which lists the approved plans and any special municipal conditions pertaining to the development. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

That Council approve a two-year standing exemption from the prohibition on noise under Schedule “B”, Activity Number 4, of By-Law Number 2004-52, ‘A By-Law to Regulate Noise’, to allow for amplified music to be played during sporting events at Richardson Stadium between 9 a.m. and 9:30 p.m., (January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027), subject to the following conditions: Scope of Activities Covered: Queen’s University Varsity Games (including exhibition, league, and playoff matches); Community youth sporting events; Sporting events hosted in partnership with the City of Kingston and Tourism Kingston; and Sporting events organized by recognized provincial, national, or international sport organizations. Noise Mitigation & Communication Commitments: Adherence to established sound controls, including volume limits; Continued prohibition of air horns and other disruptive noisemakers; Queen’s University is to provide regular updates on their website regarding event schedules; Continued engagement with the residential community, including communication on upcoming events and response to concerns; and Maintenance of a dedicated webpage and reporting mechanism for noise-related concerns. Reporting & Accountability Monthly reporting of event occurrences is to be provided to the Manager of Enforcement Services; Annual reporting to Council, including: A list of events held, any noise-related complaints and steps taken to address the complaints, and updates on noise management strategies; a

That Report Number 44: Received from Planning Committee be received and adopted. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

That the application for a Zoning By-Law amendment (File Number D14-018-2024) submitted by Arcadis Professional Services, on behalf of LAPE Holdings Corp., for the property municipally known as 279 Wellington Street & 49 Place D’Armes, be approved; and That Kingston Zoning By-Law Number 2022-62, as amended, be further amended, as per Exhibit A (Draft By-Law and Schedule A to Amend Zoning By-Law Number 2022-62) to Report Number PC-25-013; and That Council determines that in accordance with Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, no further notice is required prior to the passage of the By-Law; and That the amending By-Law be presented to Council for all three readings.

That the application for a Zoning By-Law amendment (File Number D14-017-2024) submitted by Arcadis, on behalf of City Flats Asset Management, for the property municipally known as 500 Cataraqui Woods Drive, be approved; and That Kingston Zoning By-Law Number 2022-62, as amended, be further amended, as per Exhibit A (Draft By-Law and Schedule A to Amend Zoning By-Law Number 2022-62) to Report Number PC-25-012; and That Council determines that in accordance with Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, no further notice is required prior to the passage of the By-Law; and That the amending By-Law be presented to Council for all three readings.

That Report Number 45: Received from Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee be received and adopted. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

on April 12, 2024, the federal government released a new housing plan, “Solving the housing crisis: Canada’s Housing Plan”, listing three focus areas which include to build more homes, make it easier to rent or own a home, and to help Canadians who can’t afford a home; and Whereas section 1.3.2 of the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan commits to invest in affordable and supportive housing through investing capital funds, and leveraging provincial, federal, and partner funding to support the creation of 480 affordable and supportive housing solutions; and Whereas section 1.4.1 of the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan pledges to continue to support partners in implementing integrated solutions for vulnerable and unhoused populations; and Whereas municipalities can utilize financial investment tools to leverage local investment in order to achieve community development goals; and Whereas community bonds allow organizations including municipalities to mobilize capital from local investors to finance a variety of public projects and support infrastructure improvements, affordable housing, renewable energy projects; and Whereas residents and local organizations can invest directly in community projects, ensuring that the financial benefits, such as interest payments, remain within the community; and Whereas by involving local investors, municipalities can build a deeper connection between residents and community projects, promoting transparency and trust in local governance. Whereas

That Clause 1 of Report Number 45: Received from the Housing & Homelessness Advisory Committee be amended to add the following recommendation: That following the presentation of a report to the Housing & Homelessness Advisory Committee on best practices for social investment options, staff provide a report on the same topic to Council. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

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

That as requested by Lee Campbell, Greater Kingston Chorus, City Council proclaim May 24, 2025 as “Greater Kingston Chorus Day” in the City of Kingston.

the City of Kingston utilizes technology to play a crucial role in the techniques used to communicate, recognizing that there is no single form of communication that will meet the needs of all; and Whereas the City currently has more than 150,000 followers across the social media platforms it uses including Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn and YouTube to share information, updates and stories about projects and initiatives happening in the community; and Whereas the parent company X-Corp purchased the platform X, formerly known as Twitter, in 2022; and Whereas in April of 2023, X launched their “Freedom of Speech, Not Reach”, enforcement philosophy which claims to restrict the reach of Tweets that violate their policies rather than removing them outright; and Whereas recent changes at X also include restricting access to social media analytics that help the City make decisions about communications campaigns and increased number of spam accounts thus increasing the volume of inflammatory comments from users on the platform and in turn, decreasing the effectiveness of X as a way for the City to share information and communicate with the community; and Whereas On February 1, 2025, The City of Kingston discontinued replies and direct messaging on “City of Kingston” and “Kingston Transit” X accounts to prioritize positive communication amidst the rapidly changing social media landscape; and Whereas increasingly the platform X continues to be a source of harassment, extremism, and

That the minutes of City Council Meeting Number 2025-11, held Tuesday, April 1, 2025, be confirmed. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

That By-Law Numbers (1) through (9) be given their first and second reading. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

That By-Law Numbers (1) through (9) be given their third reading. YEAS: (10) Councillor Chaves, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Cinanni, Councillor Ridge, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor Tozzo, Councillor Amos, Councillor Stephen, Councillor Osanic, and Councillor Oosterhof ABSENT: (3) Mayor Paterson, Councillor Boehme, and Councillor Hassan

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

That Council resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole "Closed Meeting" to consider the following item: a. Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - Provincial Legislation. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

That Council rise from the Committee of the Whole "Closed Meeting" without reporting. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

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

That the Motions of Congratulations, Recognition, Sympathy, Condolences and Speedy Recovery be approved. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

That Report Number 42: Received from the Chief Administrative Officer (Consent) be received and adopted. City Council Meeting 2025-12 Minutes April 15, 2025 YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

That the By-Law attached as Exhibit B to Council Report Number 25-100 be presented to Council for three readings on April 15, 2025, in order to levy taxes for the year 2025 to: 1. Set the tax rates to be levied upon the assessment in each property class to raise the amounts required by taxation: a. Municipal Tax Levies i. General Tax Levy $166,304,792 ii. External Agencies Tax Levy 82,099,143 iii. Regulated Tax Levy 57,378 b. Special Area Levies i. Fire Central $19,683,483 ii. Fire West 13,589,455 iii. Fire East 2,378,507 iv. Garbage Disposal 2,089,811 c. County of Frontenac Levies i. Fairmount Home for the Aged Levy $4,763,912 ii. Frontenac Paramedic Services Levy 12,992,732 d. University Hospitals Kingston Foundation Levy $2,500,000 e. Business Improvement Area Levies i. Operating Levy $1,571,428 ii. Capital Levies 278,996 2. Adopt the education tax rates to levy education taxes on behalf of the Province; and 3. Establish the necessary provisions to enable preparation and collection of the 2025 final tax levy.

That Council approve the allocation of $500,000 from the approved Housing & Social Services 2025 operating budget to support shelter operations at the Integrated Care Hub until March 31, 2026. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

That the application for Final Plan of Subdivision (File Number D12-001- 2023) submitted by Josselyn Engineering Inc., on behalf of Siderius Developments Ltd., for the property municipally known as 40 Sir John A Macdonald Boulevard, be approved; and That Council direct staff to finalize and register the subdivision agreement with the Owner which lists the approved plans and any special municipal conditions pertaining to the development. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

That Council approve a two-year standing exemption from the prohibition on noise under Schedule “B”, Activity Number 4, of By-Law Number 2004- 52, ‘A By-Law to Regulate Noise’, to allow for amplified music to be played during sporting events at Richardson Stadium between 9 a.m. and 9:30 p.m., (January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027), subject to the following conditions: 1. Scope of Activities Covered: o Queen’s University Varsity Games (including exhibition, league, and playoff matches); o Community youth sporting events; o Sporting events hosted in partnership with the City of Kingston and Tourism Kingston; and o Sporting events organized by recognized provincial, national, or international sport organizations. 2. Noise Mitigation & Communication Commitments: o Adherence to established sound controls, including volume limits; o Continued prohibition of air horns and other disruptive noisemakers; o Queen’s University is to provide regular updates on their website regarding event schedules; o Continued engagement with the residential community, including communication on upcoming events and response to concerns; and o Maintenance of a dedicated webpage and reporting mechanism for noise-related concerns. 3. Reporting & Accountability o Monthly reporting of event occurrences is to be provided to the Manager of Enforcement Services; o Annual reporting to Council, including: A list of events held, any noise-related complaints and steps taken to address the complaints, and updates o

That Report Number 44: Received from Planning Committee be received and adopted. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

That Report Number 45: Received from Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee be received and adopted. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

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

Whereas the City of Kingston utilizes technology to play a crucial role in the techniques used to communicate, recognizing that there is no single form of communication that will meet the needs of all; and Whereas the City currently has more than 150,000 followers across the social media platforms it uses including Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn and YouTube to share information, updates and stories about projects and initiatives happening in the community; and Whereas the parent company X-Corp purchased the platform X, formerly known as Twitter, in 2022; and Whereas in April of 2023, X launched their “Freedom of Speech, Not Reach”, enforcement philosophy which claims to restrict the reach of Tweets that violate their policies rather than removing them outright; and City Council Meeting 2025-12 Minutes April 15, 2025 Whereas recent changes at X also include restricting access to social media analytics that help the City make decisions about communications campaigns and increased number of spam accounts thus increasing the volume of inflammatory comments from users on the platform and in turn, decreasing the effectiveness of X as a way for the City to share information and communicate with the community; and Whereas On February 1, 2025, The City of Kingston discontinued replies and direct messaging on “City of Kingston” and “Kingston Transit” X accounts to prioritize positive communication amidst the rapidly changing social media landscape; and Whereas increasingly the platfo

That the minutes of City Council Meeting Number 2025-11, held Tuesday, April 1, 2025, be confirmed. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

That By-Law Numbers (1) through (9) be given their first and second reading. YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

That By-Law Numbers (1) through (9) be given their third reading. City Council Meeting 2025-12 Minutes April 15, 2025 YEAS: (10): Councillor Amos, Councillor Chaves, Councillor Cinanni, Deputy Mayor Glenn, Councillor McLaren, Councillor Oosterhof, Councillor Osanic, Councillor Ridge, Councillor Stephen, and Councillor Tozzo ABSENT: (3): Councillor Boehme, Councillor Hassan, and Mayor Paterson

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