Council Meeting

That the minutes for the public meetings held on: - Tuesday, April 14, 2026; and - Tuesday, April 21, 2026 be adopted as presented.

That Community Services Committee Report No. 2026-04 relating to: Comprehensive Zoning By-Law Amendment 2015-30 – Single Detached Dwellings be adopted as presented. Community Services Committee Report No. 2026-04 May 5, 2026 To The Council Of The Corporation Of The City Of North Bay Your Worship and Councillors: The Community Services Committee presents Report No. 2026-04 and recommends: “That Council authorize the proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment by the City of North Bay to amend the City’s comprehensive Zoning By-Law 2015-30 to permit single detached dwellings within the Residential Sixth Density (R6) zone, as presented in Report to Council CSBU-2026-019 dated March 27, 2026 by Adam Curran.” All of which is respectfully submitted.

That the proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment application by Tulloch Geomatics Inc. on behalf of Patricia McVicars – 456 Bell Street be received and

That the proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment application by Ashley Meghan Consulting Corp. on behalf of Claude St. Pierre – 0 Highway 17 East be received and

That Council approve the award of a contract to WJF Instrumentation (1990) Ltd. based on the unit rates specified in their quote for the provision of Swan Analytical USA turbidity analyzers, including commissioning, for the City’s Water Treatment Plant for the replacement of sixteen (16) units in the amount of $277,732.80 (plus HST).

That: Report to Council CORP 2026-030 dated April 24, 2026 from Dan Robinson re Reduction, Cancellation and Refund of Taxes under Sections 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act , S.O. 2001, c.25, be received; Council accept and approve the eight (8) applications as recommended by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), for the period set out on each application form and that the taxes totaling approximately $17,925.41 be adjusted under Section 357 of the Municipal Act , S.O. 2001, c.25 of which the City’s portion is estimated to be $16,168.18; the Treasurer be directed to adjust the Collector’s Roll; accordingly, and staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

That Council extend the Draft Approval of a Plan of Subdivision ( 13 Lots, Subdivision File No. 48T-20101) as recommended by City staff from June 15, 2026 to June 15, 2029.

That the following by-laws be read a first, second, third time and passed: By-Law No. 2026-12 to provide for the levy and collection of special charges in respect of certain Business Improvement Areas. By-Law No. 2026-26 to rezone certain lands on Larocque Road (930018 Ontario Inc. - Larocque Road). By-Law No. 2026-27 to amend Zoning By-Law No. 2015-30 to include the R6 Zone to allow for Additional Dwelling Unit Policies within the City of North Bay.

That the following by-laws be read a first, second, third time and passed: By-Law No. 2026-28 to rezone certain lands on Gertrude Street East (S2A3 Investment Holdings Inc. - 32 Gertrude Street East). By-Law No. 2026-29 to designate a Site Plan Control Agreement on certain lands on Gertrude Street East (S2A3 Investment Holdings Inc. - 32 Gertrude Street East). Record of Vote (Upon the Request of Councillor Gardiner): Yeas: Councillors Mayne, Mallah, King, Inch and Lowery Nays: Councillors Gardiner, Mitchell, Bain, Horsfield and Mayor Chirico

the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is the primary advocate for Ontario’s 444 municipalities to the provincial and federal governments; And Whereas representation on the AMO Board of Directors ensures that the specific challenges and priorities of Northern and Rural communities, such as the City of North Bay, are brought to the forefront of provincial policy discussions; And Whereas Tanya Vrebosch currently serves on the AMO Board of Directors and the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Board, providing experienced leadership and advocacy for the region; And Whereas a position on the Rural Caucus of the AMO Board of Directors automatically includes a seat on the ROMA Board, ensuring that all travel and meeting expenses are covered by the respective Associations, save and except for the annual conference registration fee. Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the City of North Bay formally nominates Councillor Tanya Vrebosch for the position of Director on the Rural Caucus of the AMO Board of Directors for the 2026-2028 term.

the Re-Nature Foundation is dedicated to creating regenerative landscapes that address mental health struggles, climate change, and the effect that inequity has on education; And Whereas the Re-Nature Foundation is undertaking the "Growing Near North District School Board Canopies with Re-Nature" program, and the "Growing Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board Canopies with Re-Nature" program which propose the planting of trees and the creation of outdoor learning environments at schools within the City of North Bay; And Whereas a resolution of support from City Council would demonstrate strong municipal and community alignment and is a required component of the funding application to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities under the “Growing Canada’s Community Canopies” initiative, thereby strengthening the likelihood of securing federal funding to implement these projects; And Whereas these projects are designed to enhance educational opportunities by transforming schoolyards into accessible outdoor classrooms that support hands-on learning, environmental literacy, student well-being, and long-term community resilience; And Whereas the proposed planting sites will include a minimum of 50 trees, along with natural log and forest-based features that support programming, environmental literacy, and connection; And Whereas these regenerative forest systems will grow into permanent infrastructure and become assets for our community; And Whereas the City of North

That the following paragraph be added to the end of Re-Nature Foundation Motion: And Further Be It Resolved that it is understood that there will be no monetary or in-kind contributions from the Municipality. Record of Vote (Upon the Request of Councillor Mallah): Yeas: Councillors Mallah, Horsfield, Mitchell, King, Inch, Lowery, Gardiner, Bain, Mayne and Mayor Chirico. Nays: Nil

That Council adjourn in-camera pursuant to section 239.(2) of the Municipal Act , 2001, as amended, at 7:25 p.m. for the following reason: Item #10.2, personal matter about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees - Performance Review.

That the meeting reconvene at 7:36 p.m.

That the following by-law be read a first, second, third time and passed: By-Law No. 2026-25 to confirm proceedings of the Regular Meeting of Council held on May 5, 2026.

That this Regular Meeting of Council do now adjourn at 7:37 p.m.