Regular Council

THAT the Minutes of the Special Meeting dated March 20, 2023 and the Regular Meetings dated March 27 and 30, 2023 and April 11, 2023 of Council of The Corporation be adopted as printed.

THAT the delegation by Candace Cunningham and Ryan Erb regarding food insecurity in Huron-Perth be heard.

THAT the letter drafted to the federal government related to providing basic income in Canada be endorsed. Discussion was held with respect to:  the contents of the letter having been provided with the agenda; and  other letters being drafted to the provincial government regarding basic income and social assistance. It was questioned if the motion could be

THAT letters to the federal government regarding basic income and to the provincial government regarding social assistance and basic income be drafted for Council consideration and endorsement at the May 8, 2023, Regular Council meeting.

THAT the delegation by Julie Danen, Inge Koskamp and Teresa Van Ray regarding the Perth County and Ontario Federations of Agriculture be heard.

THAT City Council hereby designates the Ontario Pork Congress trade show to be held June 21-22, 2023 at the Stratford Rotary Complex as having municipal significance for the purpose of obtaining liquor licences from the AGCO, subject to the necessary permits being obtained, compliance with the City's Municipal Alcohol Risk Policy and the required certificates of insurance being provided.

THAT Stratford City Council hereby proclaims May 2023 as "Building Safety Month" in the City of Stratford in recognition of the importance of the Ontario Building Code, the safety of infrastructure in municipalities across Ontario and the building industry staff who work hard to ensure the safety of our citizens.

THAT The Corporation of the City of Stratford accept Parts 2, 3, and 7 Plan 44R-6110 as public highway and dedicate it as forming part of Perth Line 36.

THAT Council approve Part Lot Control application PLC02-22 to exempt Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17 on Plan 44R-6047 and Parts 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 and 31 on Plan 44R-6047 from Part Lot Control for one year from the date of the passing of the By-law to create seventeen separately conveyable lots and three easements.

THAT the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS we acknowledge that the homeless crisis is taking a devastating toll on families and communities, WHEREAS homelessness requires a range of housing, social service and health solutions from government; A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 9 April 24, 2023 WHEREAS it is acknowledged that it will take a multi-ministerial approach with strong collaboration to address this complex issue; WHEREAS homelessness is felt most at the level of local government and the residents that they serve; WHEREAS municipalities and District Social Administration Boards are doing their part, but require a greater investment to have adequate resources, capacity, or tools to address this complex challenge; including a commitment to multi-year allocations so long-term strategies, and multi-year programs can be implemented and, WHEREAS leadership and urgent action is needed from the provincial government on an emergency basis to develop, resource, and implement a comprehensive plan to prevent, reduce and ultimately end homelessness in Ontario. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT The Corporation of the City of Stratford as Consolidated Municipal Service Manager calls on the Provincial Government to urgently:  Acknowledge that homelessness in Ontario is a social, economic, and health crisis;  Acknowledge this is a multi-ministerial approach to address homelessness which includes but not limited to; the Minist

THAT Stratford City Council hereby proclaims April 24, 2023 as "Human Values Day" in the City of Stratford in support of the Walk for Values to raise awareness of the human values of truth, right conduct, peace, love and non-violence and promote individual and collective responsibility for the progress of humanity, one step at a time. It was questioned if there was any concern from staff in supporting this motion. The City Clerk advised there was no concerns identified and the belief was that other municipalities have also approved this previously. Mayor Ritsma called the question on the motion.

THAT the request from St. James Anglican Church for temporary on-street parking on the west side of Mornington Street, from Charles Street to Caledonia Street, and on the South side of William Street from Mornington Street to Waterloo Street on the following dates and times be approved:  Thursday, April 27, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and  Friday, April 28, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 11 April 24, 2023

THAT Stratford City Council hereby proclaims April 25, 2023 as "International Parental Alienation Awareness Day" in the City of Stratford to promote awareness of parental alienation behaviours and help champion public support for social and system changes. Discussion was held with respect to:  April being child abuse awareness month and signs of parental alienation can include children speaking negatively about a parent and shutting out parents;  abuse involving the relationship between a child and shunned parent seeming normal and then changing suddenly, and the child being convinced it is their decision but being too young to understand;  steps to take when identifying potential abuse including reaching out to the rejected parent;  abuse perpetuating because it thrives in silence;  the mental health and wellness of children in the community being the responsibility of all adults;  concerns with the proclamation related to a 2018 news article about child alienation being used as a weapon in custody battles;  the issues noted in the letter being real and recognized as abuse;  some instances of abuse being labelled incorrectly but the specifics of the letter speak to real problems;  the importance of being able to recognize abuse when it is happening and the need to take care of these children;  this type of abuse often being used by people who are controlling; and A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 12 April 24, 20

THAT the Report of the Infrastructure, Transportation and Safety Committee dated April 24, 2023 be adopted as printed. A request was made for Item 9.1.2 to be taken separately. Mayor Ritsma called the question on Items 9.1.1 and 9.1.3.

THAT the Report of the Finance and Labour Relations Committee dated April 24, 2023 be adopted as printed.

THAT the Report of the Social Services Committee dated April 24, 2023 be adopted as printed.

THAT the Report of the Community Services Committee dated April 24, 2023 be adopted as printed.

THAT By-laws 49-2023 to 53-2023 be taken collectively.

THAT By-laws 49-2023 to 53-2023 be read a First and Second Time. A vibrant city, leading the way in community-driven excellence. Regular Council Minutes 17 April 24, 2023

THAT By-laws 49-2023 to 53-2023 be read a Third Time and Finally Passed.

THAT the Council meeting adjourn to convene into Standing Committees as follows:  Social Services Committee [7:05 p.m. or thereafter following the Regular Council meeting]; and  Finance and Labour Relations 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 By-law 54-2023 be read a First and Second Time.

THAT By-law 54-2023 be read a Third Time and Finally Passed.

THAT the April 24, 2023 Regular Council meeting adjourn.