Council meeting, March 23, 2026
Attendance
Mayor Danielle Okafor-Price called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 100 Mercer Street. 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 to support the meeting. The session was livestreamed for public viewing.
Delegations
No members of the public registered to speak at this meeting. Residents can submit written briefs to the City Clerk's Office if they wish to share feedback on agenda items after the meeting.
Reports and decisions
Water main flushing program
City Manager Robert Eng presented a report on the upcoming water main flushing schedule. The City will begin flushing main lines in the south end of Wrenford today, Monday, March 23, and continue through May. This routine maintenance clears sediment from the pipes and keeps your tap water fresh and safe. Residents in the affected areas may notice temporary changes in water pressure or colour. The City asks that you run cold water taps for a few minutes if you see discolouration. Carried.
Northgate Aquatic Centre opening
Recreation Programs Coordinator Caroline Dubé gave an update on the 2026 aquatic season. The City announced that the Northgate Aquatic Centre will open for the season on Saturday, June 27. The facility offers a 50-metre pool, a dive tank, and a waterslide. Registration for summer programs opens the first Monday of March, and early-bird registration for the aquatic centres begins in April. Carried.
Zoning amendment for 42 Mercer Street
Senior Planner Elena Petrova reviewed a proposal to update the zoning for a property at 42 Mercer Street. The amendment allows for a mixed-use building that combines ground-floor retail with residential units above, supporting the downtown revitalization goals in the Official Plan. Council reviewed the site plan and approved the zoning change to encourage local business growth. Carried.
Traffic and parking update
Roads Superintendent James Whitford presented a report on traffic calming measures. Council reviewed the proposed speed limit adjustments on Ambrel Lake Road to improve safety for drivers and pedestrians near the park. The changes align with the City's vision for slower, safer neighbourhood streets. Carried.
Confirmation of meeting proceedings
City Clerk Nadia Kowalczyk moved that the proceedings of this meeting be confirmed as accurate. The motion was seconded and Carried.
By-laws
The following by-laws were read a second time and passed:
- By-law 2026-040: A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 2016-040 (zoning amendment for 42 Mercer Street)
- By-law 2026-041: A by-law to amend Traffic and Parking By-law 2014-075 (speed limit on Ambrel Lake Road)
- By-law 2026-042: a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting
Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Okafor-Price adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m.