Council meeting, November 25, 2024
Attendance
Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price chaired the meeting. Present were Councillors Marcus Lindqvist, Priya Raman, Tom Beaudry, Grace Whitlock, Arjun Sidhu, and Helen Marchetti. City Manager Robert Eng and City Clerk Nadia Kowalczyk attended.
Delegations
The meeting heard a brief presentation from a resident living in the Railside neighbourhood regarding winter parking enforcement on narrower streets. The resident asked for clearer signage and more frequent patrols during the overnight parking ban. Council noted the request and directed By-law Enforcement to review the current strategy.
Reports and decisions
2025 operating budget framework
Council reviewed the proposed budget framework for 2025. The document outlines how the City will fund core services, maintain roads, and manage waste collection without raising taxes beyond inflation. Carried (6-1). Councillor Whitlock voted against.
Street resurfacing agreement
Council approved a contract with a local contractor to resurface sections of Concession 4 Road and Northgate Boulevard. The work will begin in April 2025 and finish before the first snowfall. This project is part of the City's long-term road maintenance plan. Carried (7-0).
2025 sewer and water rates
Following the recent public notice about proposed rate increases, Council discussed the need to fund upgrades at the Tamsin River Water Treatment Plant. After reviewing the financial impact on residents, Council approved the proposed increases for 2025. Carried (5-2). Councillors Beaudry and Sidhu voted against.
Remembrance Day Service funding
Council authorized the use of community event funds to cover the costs of the Remembrance Day Service at the Cenotaph in Centennial Gardens. The City will provide a wreath and coordinate with local veterans' groups. Carried (7-0).
By-laws
The following by-laws were passed:
- By-law 2024-170: A by-law to amend Fees and Charges By-law 2025-151 (sewer and water rates)
- By-law 2024-180: a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.