Council Meeting

That the minutes for the public meetings held on: - Monday, January 8, 2024; - Monday, January 15, 2024; - Tuesday, January 16, 2024; and - Wednesday, January 17, 2024 be adopted as presented.

That Infrastructure and Operations Committee Report No. 2024-01 relating to: - 2024 Water and Wastewater Operating Budget be adopted as presented. Infrastructure and Operations Committee Report No. 2024-01 January 30, 2024 To The Council Of The Corporation Of The City Of North Bay Your Worship and Councillors: The Infrastructure and Operations Committee presents Report No. IO 2024-01 and recommends: That Council approve the 2024 Water and Wastewater Operating Budget in the net amount of $26,230,092 as per attached Appendix “A" IOCR 2024-01 - Appendix A All of which is respectfully submitted. Recorded Vote (Upon the Request of Councillor Bain) Yeas: Councillors Bain, Horsfield, Mayne, Mitchell, Mallah, Lowery, Gardiner and Mayor Chirico. Nays: Nil

That General Government Committee Report No. 2024-02 relating to: - 2024 Water and Wastewater Rates be adopted as presented. General Government Committee Report No. 2024-02 January 30, 2024 To The Council Of The Corporation Of The City Of North Bay Your Worship and Councillors: The General Government Committee presents Report No. 2024-02 and recommends: That: In accordance with Provincial Legislation and the City’s Sustainable Financial Plan for Water and Wastewater Systems approved by Council, the current policy of recovering all Water and Wastewater operating, capital and financial costs from user rates be maintained; the Water and Wastewater Calculated Rates, as calculated on a 45% Fixed/55% Variable methodology, be approved by Council effective January 1st, 2024, and that a by-law be presented to Council for three (3) readings on January 30th, 2024; and Council continue to support the residential low-flow toilet replacement rebate program, and maintain the per account limit at two (2) toilets until such time as the $100,000 initial program funding is spent. All of which is respectfully submitted.

That General Government Committee Report No. 2024-03 relating to: - Waste Management User Fee Amendment be adopted as presented. General Government Committee Report No. 2024-03 January 30, 2024 To The Council Of The Corporation Of The City Of North Bay Your Worship and Councillors: The General Government Committee presents Report No. 2024-03 and recommends: That: Council authorize the City Clerk to amend the Waste Management User Fee By-Law 2010-108 pursuant to the recommendations set out in Report to Council IO-2024-001 dated December 29, 2023 from Karin Pratte. All of which is respectfully submitted.

That General Government Committee Report No. 2024-04 relating to: - User Fee Amendment be adopted as presented. General Government Committee Report No. 2024-04 January 30, 2024 To The Council Of The Corporation Of The City Of North Bay Your Worship and Councillors: The General Government Committee presents Report No. 2024-04 and recommends: That: Council authorize the City Clerk to amend the User Fee By-Law 2023-02 pursuant to the recommendations set out in Report to Council IO-2024-002 dated January 4, 2023 from Karin Pratte. All of which is respectfully submitted.

That Community Services Committee Report No. 2024-01 relating to: - Zoning By-Law Amendment and Plan of Subdivision application by Tulloch Geomatics Inc. on behalf of 930018 Ontario Inc. – Larocque Road (unaddressed) be adopted as presented. Community Services Committee Report No. 2024-01 January 30, 2024 To The Council Of The Corporation Of The City Of North Bay Your Worship and Councillors: The Community Services Committee presents Report No. 2024-01 and recommends: That Council: approve the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment by Tulloch Geomatics Inc. on behalf of 930018 Ontario Inc. to rezone the property legally described in Appendix A to Report to Council Number CSBU 2023-074 dated November 29, 2023 by Peter Carello (an unaddressed lot on Larocque Road in the City of North Bay) from a “Residential Holding (RH)” zone to a “Residential Third Density (R3)” zone; and give Draft Approval to the proposed Plan of Subdivision (16 Lots, Subdivision File No. 48T-23101) by Tulloch Geomatics Inc. on behalf of 930018 Ontario Inc. for the property legally described in Appendix A to Report to Council Number CSBU 2023-074 (an unaddressed lot on Larocque Road in the City of North Bay), and as shown on Schedule “B” to Report to Council Number CSBU 2023-074 subject to the conditions in Appendix B to Report to Council Number CSBU 2023-074 dated November 29, 2023 by Peter Carello. All of which is respectfully submitted.

That Council permit the Le Carnaval des Compagnons event to have a pyrotechnic (fireworks) display to celebrate their opening night on February 4, 2024 at Queen Street, between Amelia Park and Amelia Beach Road.

That Council approve: spending up to $10,016,800, being an amount equal to 50% of the 2023 General Capital Funding Envelope and representing a preliminary funding allotment to the 2024 General Capital Budget; and spending up to $6,825,200, being an amount equal to 50% of the 2023 Water and Wastewater Capital Funding Envelope and representing a preliminary funding allotment to the 2024 Water and Wastewater Capital Budget.

That the following by-laws be read a first and second time: By-Law No. 2024-02 to amend Purchasing By-Law No. 2013-200. By-Law No. 2024-03 to authorize temporary borrowing from time to time to meet current expenditures during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. By-Law No. 2024-06 to amend By-Law No. 2010-108, as amended, Waste Management By-Law (Schedule "A"). By-Law No. 2024-07 to levy certain interim rates, taxes and charges. By-Law No. 2024-08 to adjust interim taxes for 2024. By-Law No. 2024-09 to establish 2024 rates or charges for the supply of water and wastewater distribution for domestic, commercial and manufacturing use. By-Law No. 2024-10 to rezone certain lands on Larocque Road (930018 Ontario Inc. - Larocque Road (unaddressed). By-Law No. 2024-11 to amend By-Law No. 2023-02, to authorize User Fees for City Departments (Schedule "D").

That the following by-laws be read a third time and passed: By-Law No. 2024-02 to amend Purchasing By-Law No. 2013-200. By-Law No. 2024-03 to authorize temporary borrowing from time to time to meet current expenditures during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. By-Law No. 2024-06 to amend By-Law No. 2010-108, as amended, Waste Management By-Law (Schedule "A"). By-Law No. 2024-07 to levy certain interim rates, taxes and charges. By-Law No. 2024-08 to adjust interim taxes for 2024. By-Law No. 2024-09 to establish 2024 rates or charges for the supply of water and wastewater distribution for domestic, commercial and manufacturing use. By-Law No. 2024-10 to rezone certain lands on Larocque Road (930018 Ontario Inc. - Larocque Road (unaddressed). By-Law No. 2024-11 to amend By-Law No. 2023-02, to authorize User Fees for City Departments (Schedule "D").

the West Ferris "Sam Jacks" Arena holds significant historical and cultural importance as the birthplace of Ringuette and a centennial build by the men of West Ferris; And Whereas considering the changing demographics and economic excess, the City of North Bay seeks to make fiscally responsible and sustainable decisions regarding the future of the arena; And Whereas the environmental impact of demolishing the arena contradicts the city's goals for a net-zero carbon footprint, making the repair of the existing structure a more environmentally responsible choice; And Whereas the strategic location of the arena in Ferris contributes to the vibrancy and appeal of the community; And Whereas in light of the economic and sustainable focus, the City recognizes the importance of exploring all available options before committing to a course of action; And Whereas a Building Condition Assessment is crucial to understanding the repair needs of Sam Jacks Arena, ensuring informed decisions are made regarding its future, whether through repairs or repurposing; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that Council: 1. authorize a Building Condition Assessment for the West Ferris "Sam Jacks" Arena to investigate and evaluate the necessary repairs for its future; 2. directs staff to conduct a thorough examination of the historical, cultural, environmental, and economic aspects associated with the repair or potential repurposing of the arena; 3. acknowledges the importance of engaging the community, seekin

That Council refer the motion re: Investigating the Future of West Ferris "Sam Jacks" arena to the Community Services Committee.

That Council adjourn in-camera pursuant to section 239.(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 , as amended at 7:29 p.m. for the following reasons: Item 9.2, being advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose and financial information supplied in confidence to the municipality, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice the negotiations of a person, group or persons or organization.

That Council reconvene at 7:50 p.m.

That the following by-law be read a first and second time: By-Law No. 2024-05 to confirm proceedings of the Regular Meeting of Council held on January 30, 2024.

That the following by-law be read a third time and passed: By-Law No. 2024-05 to confirm proceedings of the Regular Meeting of Council held on January 30, 2024.

That this Regular Meeting of Council do now adjourn at 7:50 p.m.