Council Meeting

Resolved that the October 21, 2024 Council meeting agenda be approved.

Resolved that Council meet in closed session under:  Section 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act, where a closed meeting is held if the subject matter being considered is advice that is subject to solicitor- client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.  Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, where a closed meeting is held if the subject matter being considered is a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board.

Resolved that the Biodigester update provided in closed session be received; and 1. That the direction provided in closed session regarding parkland be approved.

Resolved that item 5.2 from the Corporate Services Committee minutes of October 7, 2024 be lifted for separate consideration.

Resolved that the following minutes be approved:  Corporate Services Committee - October 7, 2024  Council - October 7, 2024  Planning and Development Committee - October 16, 2024

Resolved that the Council Endorsement Package from the Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee, dated September 16, 2024 be approved.

Resolved that the memorandum from Staff on the BIA Financial Transition be received.

Resolved that the following Board minutes be received:  Grimsby Public Library Board - September 11, 2024  Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee - September 16, 2024  Grimsby Downtown BIA - October 9, 2024

Resolved that report PA-24-38, Balsam Lane Christmas Market Update, dated October 21, 2024 be received.

Whereas October 20 to 26, 2024 is Local Government Week in Ontario, an opportunity to reflect on the vital services delivered by municipal governments; and Whereas municipal governments play a vital role in helping to define the character, priorities, physical make up, and quality of life of communities across Ontario. Therefore be it resolved that I, Mayor Jeff Jordan on behalf of the Town of Grimsby, do hereby join with partners such as the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO) in acknowledging and celebrating the work of local municipalities by proclaiming October 20 to 26, 2024 as ‘Local Government Week’ in Grimsby.

Whereas October 20 – 26, 2024 is celebrated across the province as “Ontario Public Library Week”; and Whereas during this week, libraries raise awareness of the valuable role that libraries play in the lives of our residents and larger communities; and Whereas the Grimsby Public Library serves as a community hub for lifelong learning and championing the joy of reading and plays a vital role in helping citizens of all ages access the information and tools that they need to live, learn and work; and Whereas the Staff, Library Board and volunteers of the Grimsby Public Library provide a vital service to our community; and Whereas the Grimsby Public Library builds community through partnerships, championing inclusivity and ensuring equitable access for all; and Whereas the theme of Ontario Public Library Week this year is “Libraries for Life” focusing on the role that public libraries play in supporting individual and collective connections to the past and future of our communities, nations and civilizations; and Whereas The Grimsby Public Library will be celebrating Ontario Public Library Week with a line-up of activities including an author visit from Jessica Rose on Wednesday, October 23rd. Therefore, I, Mayor Jeff Jordan, do hereby proclaim October 20 – 26, 2024 as “Ontario Public Library Week in the Town of Grimsby” and encourage all residents to show their support for our local public library all year long, but most especially this week, by visiting the library to take adva

Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-laws 24-72 and 24-73, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.

Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 24-74 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.