Regular Council

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of The Corporation of the City of Stratford dated November 25, 2024, be adopted as printed.

THAT the Addenda to the Regular Agenda of Council and Standing Committees dated December 16 2024, be added to the Agenda as printed.

THAT the Industrial Land Prices Policy E.1.2 be amended as follows:  the price per acre for Lot 2 in the Crane West Business Park be increased from $250,000 per acre to $350,000 per acre;  the price per acre for Lot 3 in the Crane West Business Park be increased from $250,000 per acre to $350,000 per acre;  the price per acre for Lot 4 in the Crane West Business Park be increased from $250,000 per acre to $350,000 per acre effective upon the transfer of lot ownership back to the City;  the price per acre for 105 Wright Blvd. in the Wright Business Park be increased from $250,000 to $350,000 per acre effective June 1, 2025 should the current Agreement of Purchase and Sale not close by this date, and be subject to pricing adjustments for developable versus non- developable;  the price per acre for the 4.7-acre parcel in the Wright Business Park be increased to from $250,000 to $350,000 per acre should it become accessible with a future road or is sold to owners of 530 Wright Blvd;  the lands that are non-developable due to topography, soil conditions, environmental constraints and other factors be increased from $40,000 per acre to $60,000 per acre. AND THAT the Industrial Land Prices Policy E.1.2 be amended to include the following housekeeping amendments: Regular Council Minutes 4 December 16, 2024  Section 2 be changed to: "That all agreements of purchase and sale state that if the building permits and construction conditions are not met within the specified time, the

THAT the Council meeting adjourn to a Public Meeting under the Building Code Act to hear from members of the public on the proposed changes to the Building By-law 112-2005, as amended, to increase permit fees for all types of building permits effective February 1, 2025.

THAT Punya Sagar Marahatta, Cameron Moffat, Jane Marie Mitchell, and Mike Sullivan be heard.

THAT the Zoning By-law amendment, as recommended by staff for application Z07-22 to rezone the subject lands municipally known as 3980 Road 111 to Residential Fourth Density Zone with site specific regulations (R4), BE APPROVED. THAT the Official Plan amendment, as recommended by staff for application OPA 001-22 to redesignate the subject lands municipally known as 3980 Road 111 to Medium Density Residential BE APPROVED. THAT Draft Plan of Subdivision 31T-2201, submitted by Paradize Properties Development Ltd. prepared by Municipal Development and Planning Services Inc. (MDPS), dated August 28, 2024 for lands known municipally as 3980 Road 111 originally surveyed by Trevor D.A. Mc Neill, O.L.S., on May 3,2022, BE APROVED by the City of Stratford pursuant to Section 51(31) of the Planning Act subject to the conditions listed in Attachment 3 to Report (COU24-152). Approval of the Zoning By-law and Official Plan amendments, and the Draft Plan of Subdivision is recommended for the following reasons: 1. Public interest was considered; 2. The recommended approvals are consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement; 3. The recommended Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments will facilitate development that is appropriate for the lands; 4. It will provide for a range of housing types to meet the needs of existing and future residents; and 5. It is an efficient use of land and infrastructure. Members of Council discussed the motion. A request was made to take the motions separat

THAT the Zoning By-law amendment for application Z07-22, the Official Plan amendment for application OPA 001-22, and the Draft Plan of Subdivision 31T-2201, be

THAT the Mayor and Clerk, or their respective delegates, be authorized to execute an agreement with The Humane Society of Kitchener-Waterloo & Stratford-Perth (SPHS) for the provision of animal control and pound services for the City of Stratford, covering a term from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2028.

THAT the Tender (T-2024-34) for the supply and delivery of bedding plants in 2025, 2026, 2027 and 2028 be awarded to Ontario Oasis in the amount of $113,001.60 per year (including HST).

THAT a by-law to authorize an interim tax levy for 2025 and establish the interim tax due dates for the fiscal year 2025 be adopted.

THAT a by-law to authorize the temporary borrowing of funds from time to time to meet current expenditures during the fiscal period ending December 31, 2025, be adopted.

THAT the Tender (T-2024-31) for the removal of designated trees and stumps in 2025, be awarded to Tree Tech Tree and Property Maintenance Specialists Inc. in the amount of $66,735.54, including HST; THAT the Tender (T-2024-31) for the removal of designated stumps in 2025, be awarded to Tree Tech Tree and Property Maintenance Specialists Inc. in the amount of $11,342.94, including HST; AND THAT the Tender (T-2024-31) for the regular, overtime, and emergency pruning services in 2025, be awarded to Lange Bros. (Tavistock) Limited in the amount of up to $257,075, including HST.

THAT Council authorize the requested changes to the agreement with the Stratford Municipal Golf Course Association for the lease of the golf course on Norfolk Street; AND THAT Mayor and City Clerk, or designates, be authorized to sign the amending agreement.

THAT City Council issue a notice of intention, consistent with Heritage Stratford’s recommendation, to designate 15 Huron Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, specifically the: a. Dufton Chimney Tower and features; including the top structure with weathervane b. Original stone walls throughout the garden design Regular Council Minutes 12 December 16, 2024 c. Huron Street lychgate d. Knot Garden e. Herb Garden f. Rose Garden g. Perennial Border Garden h. Walkway lamp lighting i. Sundial within the confines of the Garden j. Bust of William Shakespeare AND THAT, subject to designation, a commemorative plaque be installed on the subject lands.

THAT the request from the Stratford District Secondary School to permit the use of up to 15 noisemakers by the school’s spirit committee and the opposing school, limited to simple types Regular Council Minutes 13 December 16, 2024 identified in the request, during the December 20, 2024, ice rental at the Rotary Complex be approved. In Support (9): Councillor Hunter, Councillor Nijjar, Councillor Burbach, Councillor Sebben, Councillor Biehn, Councillor Briscoe, Councillor McCabe, Councillor Wordofa, and Mayor Ritsma Opposed (1): Councillor Henderson

THAT Council authorize The Corporation of the City of Stratford to enter into an Extension and Amending Agreement with His Majesty the King in Right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Infrastructure for the lease of a portion of space at 100 St. Patrick Street (Administration of Justice Building) for five years commencing on January 1, 2025, and expiring on December 31, 2029; AND THAT the Mayor and City Clerk, or their respective delegates, be authorized to sign the agreement.

THAT the motion to appoint Joan Ayton to the Stratfords of the World (Ontario) Advisory Committee be reconsidered.

THAT Joan Ayton be appointed as a citizen representative to the Stratfords of the World (Ontario) Advisory Committee to Regular Council Minutes 14 December 16, 2024 November 14, 2026, or until a successor is appointed by Council and that an exemption be granted from the term limit in the Appointments Policy C.3.1.

THAT the Terms of Reference for the Stratfords of the World (Ontario) Advisory Committee be amended to decrease the number of citizen appointments from eight (8) to seven (7) members.

THAT the City of Stratford Comprehensive Zoning By-law 10- 2022 be amended by removing the Holding Provision (H22) from the property known municipally as 16 Kastner Street being Block 44 on Plan 44M-93 for the following reasons: Regular Council Minutes 15 December 16, 2024  The prerequisite for the removal of the Holding Provision has been satisfied;  Removal of the Holding Provision shall allow the development of the subject lands in conformity with the City of Stratford Official Plan and consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement.

THAT Council adopt the City of Stratford’s 2024 Water and Wastewater Rate Study and O. Reg 453/07 Financial Plan prepared by DFA Infrastructure International Incorporated; THAT Council approve the proposed Water and Wastewater Rates for implementation effective January 1, 2025; AND THAT Council amend Fees and Charges By-law 99-2024 to revise the Water and Wastewater Rates for implementation effective January 1, 2025.

THAT the Report of the Social Services Committee dated December 16, 2024, be adopted as printed.

THAT By-laws 136-2024 to 148-2024 be taken collectively.

THAT By-laws 136-2024 to 148-2024 be read a First and Second Time.

THAT By-laws 136-2024 to 148-2024 be read a Third Time and Finally Passed.

THAT CA-2024-197, being resolutions requesting the redistribution of Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities for sustainable infrastructure funding, be endorsed.

THAT CA-2024-195, being a resolution from the City of Toronto regarding Respecting Local Democracy and Cities, be endorsed.

THAT CA-2024-207, being a resolution from the City of Guelph regarding Enabling Municipalities to Charge Fees for use of Municipal Property by Gas Utilities, be endorsed.

THAT the Council meeting adjourn to convene into Standing Committees as follows:  Infrastructure, Transportation and Safety Committee [7:05 or thereafter following the Regular Council meeting]; and  Finance and Labour Relations Committee [7:10 or thereafter following the Regular Council meeting]; and to Committee of the Whole if necessary, and to reconvene into Council. Regular Council Minutes 21 December 16, 2024

THAT By-law 149-2024 be read a First and Second Time.

THAT By-law 149-2024 be read a Third Time and Finally Passed.

THAT the December 16, 2024, Regular Council meeting adjourn.