Council Meeting

"That the following motion be

"WHEREAS Kitchener approved the Housing for All strategy in 2020 with a commitment to enabling more housing options and supply across the full housing spectrum; and, WHEREAS between 2016 and 2021, Kitchener experienced a population increase of 9.9 percent and is forecasted to grow by 52% to 409,200 people by 2051; and, WHEREAS in March 2023, Kitchener Council approved a commitment to the Ontario government’s Housing Pledge that included a provincially mandated housing target for Kitchener of 35,000 units by 2031; and, WHEREAS Kitchener approved a Missing Middle and Affordable Housing Study in April 2023 that among other things, recommended increasing density permissions city-wide to enable an increased supply of missing middle housing; and, WHEREAS the Government of Canada’s Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) grant program represents an opportunity for the City to refine the policies, procedures and processes to manage development in an effort to increase the supply of housing consistent with our Housing for All Strategy and our Housing Pledge; and, WHEREAS the City of Kitchener currently permits “as-of-right” building permits for up to 3 residential units on a lot; and, WHEREAS the City of Kitchener would like to provide more affordable housing options by reducing unnecessary barriers; and, WHEREAS Bill 23 amended the Planning Act to create a new provincial threshold for what is permitted and moving toward “as-of-right” zoning to meet planned minimum density targets; THEREFORE,

"That the report of Heritage Kitchener, dated October 3, 2023, listed as items 7.1.a to 7.1.c on the agenda this date, be adopted." 7.1.a Notice of Intention to Designate 87 Scott Street and 82 Weber Street East under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, DSD-2023-416 "That pursuant to Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be directed to publish a Notice of Intention to Designate the property municipally addressed as 79-87 Scott Street/66-82 Weber Street East as being of cultural heritage value or interest, as outlined in Development Services Department report DSD-2023-416."

"That the report of the Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee, dated October 2, 2023, listed as items 7.2.a and 7.2.b on the agenda this date, be adopted." 7.2.a Traffic Calming 2023 Initiation Approval, DSD-2023-287 "That a traffic calming review for Dumfries Avenue between Stirling Avenue North and Edna Street be initiated in 2023, as outlined in the Development Services Department report, DSD-2023-408."

"WHEREAS, the City of Kitchener has a long-standing informal park dedication program that allows citizens, organizations, and businesses to dedicate trees, benches, and other amenities throughout our city's parks, trails, and public spaces; WHEREAS, the current dedication process may involve unnecessary complexities, leading to delays and inefficient management of resources; WHEREAS, the Places and Spaces strategy development underway includes a review of the dedication program and community engagement has demonstrated support for a formalized dedication program; WHEREAS, the review of the dedication program will ensure that the dedication process is streamlined, transparent, and accessible, maximizing citizen participation and satisfaction; WHEREAS, the dedication of trees, benches, and other objects under this program holds significant value for commemorating loved ones, celebrating accomplishments, and fostering community engagement; WHEREAS, it is essential for the City of Kitchener to maintain an efficient and effective dedication program that aligns with our commitment to sustainability, inclusive community development, the City’s strategic initiatives and goals, and responsible resource management; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff be directed to conduct a thorough review of the dedication program, with a key focus on the dedication process for trees, benches, and other commemorative donations; FURTHERMORE, this review shall include, but not be limited to, the follow

"That leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following by-laws, namely: 11.1.a Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control – Blocks 1 to 18 inclusive and Blocks 31 and 34, Registered Plan 58M-643 – Benninger Drive, Stephanie Court, Stephanie Street, Dominique Street and Dominique Crescent. 11.1.b To further amend By-law No. 88-171, being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon. 11.1.c To further amend By-law No. 2008-117, being a by-law to authorize certain on-street and off-street parking of vehicles for use by persons with a disability, and the issuing of permits in respect thereof. 11.1.d To further amend By-law No. 2010-190, being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. 11.1.e Being a by law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Rosenberg Way, Histand Trail and Abram Clemens Street as public highway in the City of Kitchener. 11.1.f Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 2019-051, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener – Klondike Homes Ltd. – 7 Morrison Road. 11.1.g To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council for October 16, 2023.

it was resolved: "That effective immediately Marco Gambetti be appointed to the Committee of Adjustment for the term ending November 14, 2024, as outlined in Corporate Services Department report COR-2023-470; and, That effective immediately Tyler Marshall be appointed to the Heritage Kitchener Committee for the term ending November 14, 2024; and, That effective immediately Chidi Nwene and Brenda Reid be appointed to the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee for the term ending November 14, 2024; and further, That effective January 1, 2024, Becka Borody and David Cameron be reappointed to the Centre in the Square Board for the term ending December 31, 2026."

it was resolved: "That the purchase of three (3) fire apparatus as outlined in report Community Services Department report CSD-2023-468, be preapproved."

it was resolved: “That the General Manager of Development Services be authorized to execute license extension agreements in accordance with the details set out in Development Services Department report DSD-2023-435, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.”

it was resolved: “That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an operating agreement with the current operators of the Registry Theatre, known as J.M. Drama Alumni (or affiliated/related company), for the community theatre space municipally known as 122 Frederick Street, based on the proposed terms based discussed at the October 16, 2023 in-camera meeting of Council, with said agreement being to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.”

"That the by-laws be given third reading, namely: 14.1.a Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control – Blocks 1 to 18 inclusive and Blocks 31 and 34, Registered Plan 58M-643 – Benninger Drive, Stephanie Court, Stephanie Street, Dominique Street and Dominique Crescent. (By-law 2023-135) 14.1.b To further amend By-law No. 88-171, being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon. (By-law 2023-136) 14.1.c To further amend By-law No. 2008-117, being a by-law to authorize certain on-street and off-street parking of vehicles for use by persons with a disability, and the issuing of permits in respect thereof. (By-law 2023-137) 14.1.d To further amend By-law No. 2010-190, being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. (By-law 2023-138) 14.1.e Being a by law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Rosenberg Way, Histand Trail and Abram Clemens Street as public highway in the City of Kitchener. (By-law 2023-139) 14.1.f Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 2019-051, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener – Klondike Homes Ltd. – 7 Morrison Road. (By-law 2023-140) 14.1.g To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council for October 16, 2023. (By-law 2023-143)