Regular Council

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Meeting dated January 9, 2023 and the Special Meeting dated January 16, 2023 of Council of The Corporation of the City of Stratford be adopted as printed.

THAT the delegations of Nicole Andre and Jason Davis regarding the attainable housing project be heard.

THAT the report titled, “Stratford Attainable Market Housing Project Update” (COU23-020) be received for information. A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 5 January 23, 2023 Discussion ensued with respect to:  two previous stakeholder sessions being held that were approximately an hour in length and virtual, in addition to an online survey and three-hour open house;  the City only being able to control rules and charges under their purview and jurisdiction with respect to the incentives toolkit and the maintenance of current affordable housing units;  the incentives toolkit potentially offering a range of incentives with a greater emphasis on affordable housing versus attainable housing;  the project requiring a clear focus to meet requirements of the grant and deliverables of the project being due by the end of March, 2023; and,  a date not yet being set for a future public meeting related to this project. Jason Davis, now present at the meeting, provided several statistics regarding Ontario's population compared to the availability of housing. Mr. Davis emphasized that the increase in population has been lower than the increase in housing availability. He stated that housing is not getting smaller and median age of homeowners has not changed. He stated that all outliers suggest there is not a shortage of housing, but cost has increased significantly which results in affordability concerns. Many people own multiple prop

THAT the existing Sport Tourism Steering Committee (Community Services Department, Destination Stratford, investStratford) remain active and that the Tourism Advisory Committees of Destination Stratford be leveraged to inform and support the creation of the Stratford Sport Tourism Office; AND THAT the Steering Committee explore funding opportunities and partnerships to create an organizational structure and funding model for inclusion in the City of Stratford 2024 budget. A question and answer period ensued between members and staff with respect to:  the motion supporting but not committing to the creation of a Sport Tourism Office; and,  creation of the Sport Tourism Office being considered during 2024 budget deliberations. Mayor Ritsma called the question on the motion.

THAT Schedule “F” of the Fees and Charges By-law 128-2022, be amended to increase the MTO rate from $509.89 to the new MTO rate of $543.03 for the following fees: A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 8 January 23, 2023  Nuisance/Malicious Responses (i.e. Open Burning By-law Violation);  Fire Department Assistance beyond Normal Requirements or Circumstances (i.e. Fire Staff and Vehicle required for fire watch);  Response to False Automatic Fire Alarm;  Failure to notify of system maintenance; and  Nuisance/malicious false alarms.

THAT the Request for Proposal (RFP-2022-47) for the supply and installation of a new sound system for the William Allman Memorial Arena be awarded to CP-Stoneman Inc. at a total proposal price of $75,145.00, including HST; AND THAT the Recreation Capital Reserve Fund R-R11-RECR be used to provide the funding required in the amount of $66,500.00, after the HST rebate.

THAT Zoning By-law 10-2022, as amended, be further amended by removing the Holding Provision (H22) from the property municipally known as 4117 Perth Line 36, for the following reasons: A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 9 January 23, 2023  The conditions outlined in the Holding Provision when the “H” can be removed have been satisfied;  Removal of the Holding Provision will allow for development in conformity with the City of Stratford Official Plan; and  Removal of the Holding Provision is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement.

THAT electronic meetings continue for Council, Committee, and Sub-committee meetings until the elevator at Stratford City Hall is repaired and meetings can resume in Council Chambers; AND THAT Advisory Committee meetings return to in-person in March, 2023. Councillor McCabe returned to the meeting at 8:57 p.m.

THAT the review of the Animal Control By-law 195-2002 be

THAT as part of the Procedural by-law review, staff include options for the publishing of agendas seven days prior to meetings; THAT a review of and possible alternatives to the current three- step decision making process be included; AND THAT options be included for alternative and more efficient ways for recorded votes to be made, as well as permitting recorded votes at In-Camera meetings. A question and answer period ensued with respect to:  the motion adding additional options for consideration during the already planned review of the Procedural By-law;  whether there is a need for the motion if a review is already planned; A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 12 January 23, 2023  the current delegation request process allowing for requests to come in after the deadline and options for adjustments being outlined in a future report; and,  staff preparing an initial report for a future Sub-committee meeting and getting direction from Council on overarching goals. Mayor Ritsma called the question on the motion.

THAT By-laws 9-2023 to 11-2023 be taken collectively.

THAT By-laws 9-2023 to 11-2023 be read a First and Second Time.

THAT By-laws 9-2023 to 11-2023 be read a Third Time and Finally Passed.

THAT the Council meeting adjourn to convene into Standing Committees as follows:  Infrastructure, Transportation and Safety Committee [7:05 p.m. or thereafter following the Regular Council meeting]; A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 14 January 23, 2023  Social Services Committee [7:10 p.m. or thereafter following the Regular Council meeting]; and  Community Services Committee [7:15 p.m. or thereafter following the Regular Council meeting] and to Committee of the Whole if necessary, and to reconvene into Council.

THAT Item 4.1 of the Infrastructure, Transportation and Safety Committee meeting dated January 23, 2023 be adopted as follows: 4.1 Proposed Amendment to Building By-law #112-2005 including fee Schedule ‘A’ (ITS23-001) A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 15 January 23, 2023 THAT Schedules A, B, C, and D of the Building By-law 112- 2005, as amended, be further amended as outlined in the Attachment to Report ITS23-001; AND THAT the proposed amendments to the building permit fees come into effect on February 1, 2023.

THAT By-laws 12-2023 and 13-2023 be taken collectively.

THAT By-laws 12-2023 and 13-2023 be read a First and Second Time.

THAT By-laws 12-2023 and 13-2023 be read a Third Time and Finally Passed.

THAT the January 23, 2023 Regular Council meeting adjourn.