Committee of the Whole

Resolved that the January 16, 2023 Committee of the Whole agenda be approved.

Resolved that the Heritage Grimsby Advisory Committee Council Endorsement Package be approved.

Resolved that the Grimsby Public Library Board meeting minutes of December 14, 2022, and Heritage Grimsby Advisory Committee meeting minutes of July 12, 2022 be received.

Resolved that the delegation from McNally House Hospice be received.

Resolved that the delegation from Duncan Storey be received.

Resolved that the presentation from Trevor Ruzylo be received.

Resolved that the Committee of the Whole hereby approves the following items and that the consent items be approved on the recommendations as contained therein: FIN 23-02 Bi-Annual Procurement Update FIN 23-03 2023 Budget Plan a) That report FIN 23-02, Bi-Annual Procurement Report, dated January 16, 2023 be received. b) That report FIN 23-03, 2023 Budget Plan, dated January 16, 2023 be received for information.

Resolved that report FIN 23-04 be

Resolved that Report CAO-23-01, Recruitment Committee, dated January 16, 2023 be received; and 2. That Council establish a Recruitment Committee for the Director of Planning, consisting of four members of Council, as follows: • Mayor Jeff Jordan; and • Councillor Jacob Baradziej; and • Councillor Nick DiFlavio; and • Councillor Lianne Vardy.

Resolved That report TC-23-01, Committee and Board Appointments, dated January 16, 2023 be received; and 2. That Mayor Jeff Jordan, Councillor Delight Davoli, and Councillor Jacob Baradziej be appointed to the Joint Fire Services Advisory Committee; and 3. That Councillor Don Howe and Councillor Veronica Charrois be appointed to the Grimsby Public Library Board; and 4. That Councillor Jennifer Korstanje be appointed to the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee; and 5. That Councillor Reg Freake be appointed to the Niagara Transit Commission.

Whereas there are currently no sidewalks on Governors Rd, McNab Dr, Redwood Dr, Nelles Ave and Nassau Dr., which means children and adults walking in this area must walk on the road when travelling to and from school, walking with strollers, dog walking, running errands, etcetera; And whereas this becomes more difficult and at time treacherous in winter when snow begins to build up and narrow the road; And whereas currently parking on these roads, mostly due to the hospital construction and some commercial enterprises, has created a hazard for pedestrians and homeowners alike which will only worsen when the snow falls; And whereas alternative parking is available for the hospital and commercial enterprises; And whereas several residents have expressed concerns about this situation for pedestrians and have even complained it has been difficult at times to exit their driveways. Therefore be it resolved that parking restrictions be implemented; and That there be no on street parking Monday to Friday between 8am and 4pm on Governors Rd, McNab Dr, Redwood Dr, Nelles Ave and Nassau Dr.

Resolved that report PA-23-01, OLT Decision Regarding Grimsby Beach Secondary Plan and Zoning Amendment, dated January 16, 2023, be received for information.

Whereas Bill 23 received Royal Assent on the Third reading at Legislature on November 28, 2022; and Whereas the entirety of Council and The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby have not yet had the opportunity to have their enquiries addressed by MPP Sam Oosterhoff; and Whereas Council and The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby require outside consultation for further analysis to develop a Municipal strategy going forward; and Whereas Council and The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby require a clear and comprehensive legal understanding of Bill 23; and Whereas Council and The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby have the responsibility to protect our Tax base, our Seniors and residents on fixed incomes. Therefore be it resolved that legal and staff be directed to provide advice to Council in regards to pausing new developments to review the implications of Bill 23.

Resolved that the following correspondence be received; and  Minister Steve Clark - More Homes Built Faster  MPP Sam Oosterhoff - Letter to Grimsby Council That staff draft a response to MPP Sam Oosterhoff with Council's comments as provided