City Council

That the Council of the City of Guelph now hold a meeting that is closed to the public, pursuant to the Municipal Act, pursuant to the Municipal Act, Section 239(2) (e) and (f) of the Municipal Act, regarding litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. Voting

That the minutes of the open Council Meetings held July 9, 16, 23, and August 22 and 28, 2024, and the Committee of the Whole Meeting held July 3, 2024 be confirmed as recorded and without being read. Voting

That the September 24, 2024 Committee of the Whole Consent Report identified below be adopted. 6.1 Downtown Collection Area Update - 2024-350 1. Downtown Collection Area Update - 2024-350.pdf 2. Attachment-1 Supplemental Information.pdf That an enhanced level of service for waste collection in the Downtown Collection Area be approved, inclusive of enhanced public space containers and communal underground waste containers subject to the project budget, estimated at $1.0 million, and associated operating budget increase of $410,000, being adopted through the 2025 budget confirmation as outlined in report IDE 2024-350, dated September 4, 2024. 6.2 Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District Study - 2024-334 1. Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District Study - 2024-334.pdf 2. Attachment 1 - Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District Study.pdf 3. Attachment 2 - Recommended Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District Boundary.pdf That the recommendations of the Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District Study Report (prepared by ASI and dated June 2024) be approved. That staff be directed to prepare a plan and guideline for the Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act. 6.3 2024 Second Quarter Budget Monitoring Report, 2024-386 1. 2024 Second Quarter Budget Monitoring Report - 2024-386.pdf 2. Attachment-1 2024 Capital Spending.pdf 3. Attachment-2 Q2 2024 Capital Budget Adjustments.pdf That the adjustments detailed

That the Indigenous Relations Framework for the City of Guelph, as attached to the report titled Indigenous Relations Framework, dated September 4 2024, be approved. Voting

That an enhanced level of streetscaping be approved for the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program giving priority to improved tree canopy, flexible streets, public seating, paving stones in highlighted areas, and a design that optimizes public space for the most efficient operating budget, subject to the project budget increase (estimated at $17.1 million) being adopted through the 2025 budget confirmation. That Staff prepare the design and tender of Wyndham Street North construction to expedite construction, with reasonable mitigation measures taken to minimize construction disruption and road closures. Voting

That the inclusion of appropriate underground infrastructure to facilitate the installation of self-cleaning, autonomous prefabricated public washroom structures be incorporated for each phase of the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program, including the design of St. George’s Square, as appropriate. That staff work with the Downtown Guelph Business Association to explore opportunities to provide public access to washrooms through a “Community Toilet Scheme.” That portable washrooms continue to be used to expand access to washrooms in public spaces until permanent facilities are provided. That staff continue to explore opportunities to make new and existing permanent washroom facilities in parks and other locations available during all seasons as these facilities are constructed, modified or upgraded. That staff incorporate public washroom locations into the City’s wayfinding strategy. That the inclusion of accessible and gender-neutral options be prioritized for new, modified or upgraded public washroom facilities. That the provision of publicly accessible washrooms be considered during the planning of future capital projects in order to continuously expand the City’s network of public washrooms. That staff include the installation of a self-cleaning public washroom as part of the Wyndham St./ St. George's Square redevelopment, subject to budget adoption through the 2025 budget confirmation. That staff explore incorporation of a drinking water fountain/water refill station a

That by-laws (2024) - 20991 to (2024) - 20923 be approved subject to Section 284.11 (4) of the Municipal Act Voting

That Section 5.11 of the City of Guelph Procedure Bylaw be suspended to permit a motion to be placed on an agenda without prior notice to the public or members of Council in reference to item 7.2 Downtown Streetscape Level of Service and Construction Mitigation, 2024-353. Voting

That the mayor be directed to write a letter to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Minister of Transportation, AMO, OBCM and MPP Mike Schreiner on behalf of Guelph City Council to oppose the media reported planned provincial legislation to restrict municipal bike lane placement as counter to: Guelph’s Vision Zero goals; best practices in transportation management; climate change initiatives; cost management for future infrastructure maintenance; Bill 185’s development goals; and economic benefits to businesses. Further that the mayor request the provincial government instead invest in funding public transportation goals to reduce traffic congestion and aide future developments to be built with less parking. Voting

That the meeting be adjourned. (6:43 p.m.) Voting

That the Council of the City of Guelph now hold a meeting that is closed to the public, pursuant to the Municipal Act, pursuant to the Municipal Act, Section 239(2)(e) and (f) of the Municipal Act, regarding litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. Voting in Favour: (12): Mayor Guthrie, Councillor Billings, Councillor Busuttil, Councillor Caron, Councillor Caton, Councillor Chew, Councillor Downer, Councillor Gibson, Councillor Goller, Councillor Klassen, Councillor O'Rourke, and Councillor Richardson

That the minutes of the open Council Meetings held July 9, 16, 23, and August 22 and 28, 2024, and the Committee of the Whole Meeting held July 3, 2024 be confirmed as recorded and without being read. Voting in Favour: (12): Mayor Guthrie, Councillor Billings, Councillor Busuttil, Councillor Caron, Councillor Caton, Councillor Chew, Councillor Downer, Councillor Gibson, Councillor Goller, Councillor Klassen, Councillor O'Rourke, and Councillor Richardson

That the September 24, 2024 Committee of the Whole Consent Report identified below be adopted. 6.1 Downtown Collection Area Update - 2024-350 1. That an enhanced level of service for waste collection in the Downtown Collection Area be approved, inclusive of enhanced public space containers and communal underground waste containers subject to the project budget, estimated at $1.0 million, and associated operating budget increase of $410,000, being adopted through the 2025 budget confirmation as outlined in report IDE 2024-350, dated September 4, 2024. 6.2 Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District Study - 2024- 334 1. That the recommendations of the Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District Study Report (prepared by ASI and dated June 2024) be approved. City Council Meeting Minutes: September 24, 2024 - 3 2. That staff be directed to prepare a plan and guideline for the Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act. 6.3 2024 Second Quarter Budget Monitoring Report, 2024-386 1. That the adjustments detailed in Tables 4, 5 and 6 of Attachement-2 of the 2024 Second Quarter Budget Monitoring Report dated September 17, 2024 be approved. 6.4 Municipal Scan of Renoviction By-Laws - 2024-217 1. That staff immediately create an EVICTION SURVEY to shape and capture ongoing impacts of evictions occurring within the City of Guelph. 2. That staff be directed to immediately create a “Renting in Guelph” landing page to help guide renters

1. That the Indigenous Relations Framework for the City of Guelph, as attached to the report titled Indigenous Relations Framework, dated September 4 2024, be approved. Voting in Favour: (12): Mayor Guthrie, Councillor Billings, Councillor Busuttil, Councillor Caron, Councillor Caton, Councillor Chew, Councillor Downer, Councillor Gibson, Councillor Goller, Councillor Klassen, Councillor O'Rourke, and Councillor Richardson City Council Meeting Minutes: September 24, 2024 - 4

1. That an enhanced level of streetscaping be approved for the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program giving priority to improved tree canopy, flexible streets, public seating, paving stones in highlighted areas, and a design that optimizes public space for the most efficient operating budget, subject to the project budget increase (estimated at $17.1 million) being adopted through the 2025 budget confirmation. 2. That Staff prepare the design and tender of Wyndham Street North construction to expedite construction, with reasonable mitigation measures taken to minimize construction disruption and road closures. Voting in Favour: (12): Mayor Guthrie, Councillor Billings, Councillor Busuttil, Councillor Caron, Councillor Caton, Councillor Chew, Councillor Downer, Councillor Gibson, Councillor Goller, Councillor Klassen, Councillor O'Rourke, and Councillor Richardson

1. That the inclusion of appropriate underground infrastructure to facilitate the installation of self-cleaning, autonomous prefabricated public washroom structures be incorporated for each phase of the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program, including the design of St. George’s Square, as appropriate. City Council Meeting Minutes: September 24, 2024 - 5 2. That staff work with the Downtown Guelph Business Association to explore opportunities to provide public access to washrooms through a “Community Toilet Scheme.” 3. That portable washrooms continue to be used to expand access to washrooms in public spaces until permanent facilities are provided. 4. That staff continue to explore opportunities to make new and existing permanent washroom facilities in parks and other locations available during all seasons as these facilities are constructed, modified or upgraded. 5. That staff incorporate public washroom locations into the City’s wayfinding strategy. 6. That the inclusion of accessible and gender-neutral options be prioritized for new, modified or upgraded public washroom facilities. 7. That the provision of publicly accessible washrooms be considered during the planning of future capital projects in order to continuously expand the City’s network of public washrooms. 8. That staff include the installation of a self-cleaning public washroom as part of the Wyndham St./ St. George's Square redevelopment, subject to budget adoption through the 2025 budget confirmation. 9. That

1. That by-laws (2024) - 20991 to (2024) - 20923 be approved subject to Section 284.11 (4) of the Municipal Act Voting in Favour: (12): Mayor Guthrie, Councillor Billings, Councillor Busuttil, Councillor Caron, Councillor Caton, Councillor Chew, Councillor Downer, Councillor Gibson, Councillor Goller, Councillor Klassen, Councillor O'Rourke, and Councillor Richardson

1. That Section 5.11 of the City of Guelph Procedure Bylaw be suspended to permit a motion to be placed on an agenda without prior notice to the public or members of Council in reference to item 7.2 Downtown Streetscape Level of Service and Construction Mitigation, 2024-353. Voting in Favour: (11): Mayor Guthrie, Councillor Billings, Councillor Busuttil, Councillor Caron, Councillor Caton, Councillor Chew, Councillor Downer, Councillor Goller, Councillor Klassen, Councillor O'Rourke, and Councillor Richardson Voting Against: (1): Councillor Gibson

That the meeting be adjourned. (6:43 p.m.) Voting in Favour: (10): Mayor Guthrie, Councillor Busuttil, Councillor Caron, Councillor Caton, Councillor Chew, Councillor Downer, Councillor Goller, Councillor Klassen, Councillor O'Rourke, and Councillor Richardson