Committee of the Whole

Resolved that the March 20, 2023 Committee of the Whole agenda be approved.

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

Resolved that the Heritage Grimsby Advisory Committee meeting minutes of February 2, 2023 and March 14, 2023 be received.

Resolved that the delegation from Tom Neufeld be received.

Resolved that the written delegation from Pride Niagara be received; and 1. That the flag raising request for Monday, May 29, 2023 be approved.

Resolved that the Committee of the Whole hereby approves the following items and that the various consent items be approved on the recommendation as contained therein: FIN 23-11 2022 Annual Building Permit Fee Report FIN 23-13 2022 Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for Members of Council and Council Appointments to Boards FIN 23-14 Financial Disclosure Under Ontario Regulation 284/09 DCS 23-06 Municipal Food Waste Diversion Program Report a) That report FIN-23-11 2022 Annual Building Permit Fee Report dated March 20, 2023 be received; and 1. That the 2022 Annual Building Permit Fee Report be made publicly available on the Town’s website and upon request in accordance with the Building Code Act. b) That report FIN-23-13, 2022 Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for Members of Council and Council Appointments to Boards, dated March 20, 2023 be received for information. c) That report FIN-23-14, 2022 Portfolio Investments, dated March 20, 2023 be received for information. e) That report DCS-23-06, Municipal Food Waste Diversion Program Report, dated March 20, 2023 be received.

Resolved that report FIN-23-17, 2022 Development Charge Reserve Fund Statements, dated March 20, 2023 be received for information; and 1. That the Treasurer’s Annual Statement of Development Charges Reserve Funds for 2022 be made publicly available on the Town’s website and upon request.

Resolved that report FIN-23-15, 2022 Year End Results and Transfers, dated March 20, 2023 be received; and 1. That the 2022 surplus (deficit) listed below be transferred to (from) reserves as outlined in Appendix C:  $983,994 in operational levy  $(547,446) in wastewater  $408,072 in water  $2,925 in Downtown Improvement Area

WHEREAS the Town of Grimsby recognizes the importance of supporting local businesses in the area known as "Grimsby on the Lake" and promoting economic development in the community; and WHEREAS a Business Improvement Area (BIA) is a proven method for supporting local businesses, improving the economic viability of a community, and enhancing the physical appearance and attractiveness of commercial areas; and WHEREAS the Town of Grimsby has not established a BIA for the area of Grimsby on the Lake. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the staff of the Town of Grimsby is directed to investigate the feasibility of creating a Business Improvement Area for the area of Grimsby on the Lake, including all businesses north of the QEW, east of the Winona border, and west of Kerman Avenue North; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the investigation should include, but not be limited to: • The boundaries of the proposed BIA; • The potential benefits of a BIA for the businesses and the community; • The costs and financial implications of establishing and maintaining a BIA, including any potential funding sources; • The level of support from the businesses and property owners in the proposed BIA area; • The potential services and programs that a BIA could offer to support local businesses and enhance the area's economic and physical vitality. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff report back to Council with their findings and recommendations as soon as possible. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT upon receipt of the

Resolved that report DPW-23-08, Ridge Road Traffic Considerations Report, March 20, 2023 be received; and 1. That Council approve the recommendations provided herein.

Resolved that the correspondence from Copernicus Educational Products be received.