Council Meeting

"That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA25/005/F/AP for Maxwell Building Consultants Ltd. for the property municipally addressed as 132 Fairway Road North, requesting to add Specific Policy Area 83 to permit a multiple dwelling with a Floor Space Ratio of 1.33 on the parcel of land specified and illustrated on Schedule ‘A’, be approved, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Development Services Department report, DSD-2025-310 as Attachment ‘A’; and, That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA2/011/F/AP for Maxwell Building Consultants Ltd. for the property municipally address as 132 Fairway Road North, be approved in the form shown in the Proposed By-law and Map No. 1 attached to Report DSD-2025-310 as Attachment ‘B’; and further, That the Revised Urban Design Brief, prepared by GSP Group Inc., dated July 2025, attached as Attachment ‘C’ to report DSD-2025-310, be endorsed, and that staff be directed to implement the Revised Urban Design Brief through a future Site Plan Application Approval process and, at the discretion of the City’s Director of Development and Housing Approvals, significant changes to the Revised Urban Design Brief will be to the satisfaction of Council."

"That pursuant to Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Heritage Permit Applications HPA-2025-V-015 and HPA-2025-V-016 be approved to permit the demolition of the existing buildings located a 11 Roy Street and 68 Queen Street North, subject to the following conditions That prior to final approval of HPA-2025-V-015 and HPA-2025-V-016, a Documentation and Salvage Plan be prepared by a qualified heritage consultant, and to the standards of a provided terms of reference, to be approved by the Director of Development and Housing Approvals, That prior to final approval of HPA-2025-V-015 and HPA-2025-V-016, that a Commemoration Plan be prepared by a qualified heritage consultant and to the standards of a provided terms of reference, to be approved by the Director of Development and Housing Approvals, That prior to final approval of HPA-2025-V-015 and HPA-2025-V-016, the Owner applies for a building permit for the demolition of 11 Roy Street and 68 Queen Street North, as well as a building permit for new construction, and That prior to final approval of HPA-2025-V-015 and HPA-2025-V-016, the Owner execute a registered Section 41 Development Agreement containing clauses which outline the timing, implementation, responsibilities, required securities, and any associated additional conditions for the implementation of the approved Commemoration Plan and the approved Documentation and Salvage Plan."

“That pursuant to Section 25.9.2 of Chapter 25 (Council Procedure) of the Municipal Code, the Council proceedings this date shall be allowed to continue beyond 11:00 p.m. to conclude matters as listed on the agenda.”

"WHEREAS the Government of Ontario has enacted Bill 5: Protecting Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025 , which proposes substantial changes to environmental planning frameworks, including replacing the Endangered Species Act, and the creation of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) that may override local planning authority and environmental oversight; and, WHEREAS the City of Kitchener is a key partner in advancing Ontario’s economic prosperity and is committed to working collaboratively with the province to unlock new economic opportunities in response to shifting global trade dynamics, while emphasizing the importance of balancing growth with environmental protection and responsible development; and, WHEREAS the City of Kitchener has taken proactive steps to streamline development processes while upholding environmental responsibility and public accountability; and, WHEREAS Bill 5 may pose unintended challenges with SEZs, Kitchener recognizes that if used effectively, SEZs can boost economic growth. For successful results, the Province of Ontario must involve municipalities in the establishment of SEZs; and, WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has implemented a municipal support requirement in its approach to long-term electricity procurements in Ontario, which involves pre-consultation and obtaining an expression of local support prior to advancing a project; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Kitchener Council: Support AMO’s position related to Bill 5 that calls on th

"That the report of Heritage Kitchener, dated August 5, 2025, listed as items 7.1.b. to 7.1.e. on the agenda this date, be adopted."

"That the report of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee, dated August 11, 2025, listed as items 7.2.a to 7.2.d on the agenda this date, be adopted."

"That the report of the Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee, dated August 11, 2025, listed as items 7.3.a to 7.3.c and 7.3.e to 7.3.f on the agenda this date, be adopted."

"WHEREAS the City of Kitchener Municipal Code (“the Code”) Chapter 420 “Dog – Designations” provides for the designation of dogs as “dangerous” and “prohibited” and Chapter 421 “Dog – Responsible Ownership” provides for the role of the Animal Services Provider, the Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth (“Humane Society”); and, WHEREAS the City contracts services to the Humane Society to respond and investigate complaints of dog incidents, including issuing orders to dog owners to designate dogs as “dangerous” and “prohibited”; and, WHEREAS the dogs’ owner may appeal the order to the Dog Designation Appeal Committee, which has powers under Chapter 420 to affirm, modify, substitute, or rescind the animal services provider's designation of the dog as potentially dangerous, dangerous, restricted, or prohibited, as the case may be; and, WHEREAS a number of serious dog incidents have recently come to the attention of City Council; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the staff be directed to investigate and report back by September 29, 2025 process enhancements including but not limited to, Notification from By-law Enforcement Staff to the Ward Councillor, Mayor, Office of Mayor and Council staff when the Humane Society issues a “dangerous” or “prohibited” dog order, Periodic reports from By-law Enforcement staff to Council on actions and investigations undertaken by the Humane Society to ensure Owners of designated dogs are complying with the designation requirements; Revis

"WHEREAS Postage costs have seen significant increases, including 25% in 2025 alone; WHEREAS paper billing has a further environmental cost in both materials (trees) and transportation; WHEREAS paper billing is increasingly being displaced by environmentally friendly and cost-efficient e-billing; WHEREAS the Municipal Act indicates the right to a paper bill, and cost-recovery fees for paper billing for tax, and utility bills are unclear; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Kitchener City Council request the Province of Ontario to amend the Municipal Act to permit municipalities the ability to grandfather-out paper billing as the default option, and to permit municipalities to establish fees for paper billing for new accounts that opt for this method of delivery; THEREFORE BE IT FINALLY BE RESOLVED that a copy of this motion be sent to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Premier of Ontario, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and housing, all other municipalities within Ontario for their consideration and possible endorsement."

"WHEREAS the City of Kitchener is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and engaged community for all residents – both new and long-standing; and, WHEREAS the City has seen significant success in engaging members of the community through the many events and festivals it organizes and supports; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT as part of the Special Event & Festival action plan which is being developed in 2025, staff be directed to consider the addition of a new annual festival known as “Kitchener Connect” which could include the following elements: • Showcase City Services : Provide information booths and interactive sessions with representatives from various City departments (e.g., Planning, Parks, Bylaw, and others) to answer questions and distribute resources. • Support Local Not-for-Profit Organizations : Offer exhibition space for local organizations to highlight their services, recruit volunteers, and engage with residents. • Promote Volunteerism : Host a volunteer fair to connect residents with opportunities to contribute to the community and support local causes. • Deliver Interactive Learning Experiences : Include workshops, presentations, and hands-on activities related to City initiatives, bylaws, and strategic plans to enhance residents’ understanding of local governance. • Foster Community Connection : Create a lively and inclusive atmosphere with entertainment, cultural performances, food vendors, and activities for all age groups to encourage engagement a

"That pursuant to Section 25.11.6 of Chapter 25 (Council Procedure) of the Municipal Code requirement to be waived to an additional Notice of Motion from Councillor P. Singh to the Council meeting agenda this date related to tax and utility billing.

"WHEREAS the City currently includes return envelopes with mailed property tax and utility bills to facilitate customer payments; WHEREAS eliminating return envelopes may result in cost savings and environmental benefits through reduced paper usage and waste; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff be directed to review the feasibility of discontinuing the inclusion of return envelopes in mailed customer property tax and utility bills and report back on findings and recommendations prior to the end of 2025."

"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 69 Agnes Street as being of cultural heritage value or interest; and further, 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 80-86 Union Boulevard/571 York Street as being of cultural heritage value or interest."

"That the by-laws be given third reading, namely: 12.1.a Being a by law to provide for the widening of part of Pinnacle Drive as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (By-law 2025-086) 12.1.b Being a by-law to name a private road as Bridlewood Crescent, in the City of Kitchener. (By-law 2025-087) 12.1.c To further amend By-law No. 2019-113, being a by-law to regulate traffic and parking on highways under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener. (By-law 2025-088) 12.1.d Being a by-law to designate the property municipally addressed as 241-247 Duke Street West and 55 Victoria Street North, in the City of Kitchener as being of historic and cultural heritage value or interest. (By-law 2025-089) 12.1.e Being a by-law to designate the property municipally addressed as 1865 Huron Road, in the City of Kitchener as being of historic and cultural heritage value or interest. (By-law 2025-090) 12.1.f To further amend By-law No. 2010-190, being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. (By-law 2025-091) 12.1.g 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 2025-092) 12.1.h 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 2025-093) 12.1.i Being a by-law to provide a property ta