Public Works Committee

Resolved that the July 22, 2024 Public Works Committee agenda be approved, as amended.

Resolved that the Public Works Committee minutes of May 27, 2024 be received.

Resolved that report DPW-24-17, 2023 Annual RQMS Infrastructure Review Report, dated July 22, 2024, be received for information.

Resolved that report DPW-24-18, Baker Road North Parking Recommendations, dated July 22, 2024 be received; and 1. That Council approve the proposed parking restrictions along Baker Road North as describe herein; and 2. That Council introduce a pause on future parking restrictions within the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital neighbourhood until the ongoing Transportation Master Plan can be completed, unless there is an urgent safety issue that needs to be addressed.

Resolved that the Rules of Procedure be temporarily suspended by an affirmative vote of two-thirds to discuss the Notice of Motion at the current meeting.

Whereas the roads within the Historic Grimsby Beach neighborhoods are notably narrow and not designed to accommodate large vehicles such as buses and trucks; And whereas the presence of such large vehicles poses significant safety risks to residents, pedestrians, and other motorists due to the limited maneuverability and visibility on these roads; Therefore be it resolved that Staff report back at the next Public Works Standing Committee meeting on the proposal to restrict the entry of buses and other large vehicles into the Grimsby Beach neighborhoods, with exceptions only for essential services and emergency vehicles. Be it further resolved that Staff consider appropriate signage be installed at all entry points to the Grimsby Beach neighborhoods to inform drivers of these restrictions.