Sustainability, Infrastructure, and Development

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo (“The Region”) endorse the Wellesley Water and Wastewater Strategy (Master Plan) Final Report and authorize staff to post the Report for a 30-day public review, as outlined in report EES-WIM-26-002, dated February 10, 2026. In Favor (15) K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, and B. Vrbanovic

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo repeal By-Law Number 17-007, as amended, of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, A By-Law to Govern Collection of Waste and the Provision of Waste Management Facilities in The Regional Municipality of Waterloo; And that Council approve the proposed Waste By-law provided in Appendix B of Report EES-WMS-26-001, to be effective on March 2, 2026. In Favor (14) K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, and B. Vrbanovic

Referred That Council temporarily suspend the 1980 Council Wilmot Water Take Policy, rather than revoke it, until the Region’s new Water Supply Strategy is completed and presented to Council in 2027; That Council formally review the status of the 1980 policy upon receipt of the Water Supply Strategy in 2027, prior to making any permanent determination respecting revocation; That upon initiation of any increased draw from Wilmot wells , staff provide regular public reporting to Regional Council and the public, at a minimum quarterly, including but not limited to: total volume of water being taken; peak flow data; well performance indicators; aquifer health and drawdown monitoring data; commentary on whether continued suspension remains appropriate based on observed conditions; That staff establish and implement a monitoring framework to collect and publicly report data regarding: neighbouring private wells; surface water systems; agricultural water supply conditions; and any observed correlations associated with increased regional draw; That staff provide Council and the public with a clear definition of “surplus water” as used in Regional staffs SID Feb. 10 report on the 1980 water take policy, including: the modelling methodology applied; growth and demand assumptions used; safety factors and contingency thresholds; and alignment with Provincial permitting requirements; That staff provide clarification regarding the basis of the current statement that Wilmot’s growth to 2051

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo refer the motion discussed under item 8.3.1. to February 25, 2026 Council Meeting In Favor (13) K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, and B. Vrbanovic

That staff of the Region of Waterloo be directed to report back to Council alongside the Water Supply Strategy in 2027 or sooner on measures available to protect and preserve the Region’s existing groundwater supply and associated wetlands, recognizing current water capacity constraints, long-term asset management planning and recent provincial legislative changes, including: an assessment of the effectiveness of existing Regional policies, designations, and development controls in protecting groundwater recharge areas, source water protection zones, wetlands, and moraine lands that contribute to the Region’s current water supply, and identification of any gaps or vulnerabilities; an evaluation of how land-use change within recharge areas and wetlands may affect groundwater availability, long-term water security, and future infrastructure requirements under existing growth scenarios; identification of planning, policy, or regulatory tools currently available to the Region to strengthen protection of existing water supply sources within the constraints of Bill 23 and provincial housing and growth objectives; consideration of precautionary or interim risk-mitigation measures that could reduce further stress on existing groundwater systems while remaining compliant with provincial legislation; identification of opportunities for coordination with area municipalities and conservation authorities to improve alignment between source water protection science and land-use decision-ma

That staff of the Region of Waterloo be directed to report back to Council alongside the Water Supply Strategy in 2027 or sooner on measures available to protect and preserve the Region’s existing groundwater supply and associated wetlands, recognizing current water capacity constraints , long-term asset management planning and recent provincial legislative changes, including: g. Confirmation of alignment with the Region's Water Supply Strategy, Official Plan, and long-term infrastructure and asset management planning. In Favor (11) K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, M. Rodrigues, and B. Vrbanovic Opposed (2) J. Gowing, and N. Salonen

That staff report back to Council by September 2026 including information on the Christmas Tree Bulk Item Program. In Favor (13) K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, and B. Vrbanovic

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo direct staff be directed to explore alternative service frequency models for the Region’s bulky item collection program, including: Monthly collection; Semi-monthly (every two months) collection; Semi-annual collection; And maintaining the current biweekly model as a baseline comparator. And that staff report back to Council by September 2026 including information on the Christmas Tree Bulk Item. with: A comprehensive cost-benefit analysis of each model, including projected operational savings, fleet and staffing impacts, contract considerations, and administrative efficiencies. An assessment of environmental and community impacts , including potential changes to waste diversion, illegal dumping risks, and any required mitigation strategies. An analysis of resident experience implications , including accessibility and communication requirements. A recommended optimal scenario based on financial, operational, environmental, and community impacts. Options for phased implementation , pilot testing, or transition planning should Council consider changing the current service frequency. In Favor (13) K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, and B. Vrbanovic

WHEREAS the Region of Waterloo has identified water supply capacity constraints within the Mannheim Service Area through its Water Supply Strategy update and associated third party technical review; and WHEREAS the Region’s existing methodology for determining remaining water supply capacity has been updated to reflect operational constraints, hydrological realities, and the need to maintain an operational resiliency buffer; and WHEREAS the Region has already established a risk-based approach to provide allocation of future unbuilt water and wastewater service capacity to enable growth (example: plans of subdivision) where the following criteria has been met: A capacity expansion project is imminent and included in the first five years of the Region’s 10year capital forecast, A sound technical basis exists for the anticipated capacity (supported by an Environmental Assessment, master plan, or equivalent engineering analysis), and Area Municipal recommendations guide approvals, with no more than 50% of projected new capacity allocated in advance of completion; and WHEREAS the Region has developed a preliminary list of initiatives to restore and increase capacity within the Mannheim Service Area; and WHEREAS municipal and industry partners have identified the urgent need for a clear, transparent, Regionwide allocation approach to ensure consistent interpretation of capacity constraints and development impacts across all area municipalities; and WHEREAS Waterloo Region continues

That the meeting adjourn at x:xx p.m. In Favor (12) K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, D. McCabe, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, and B. Vrbanovic

That the Sustainability, Infrastructure, and Development Committee reconvene into open session. In Favor (13) K. Redman, D. Craig, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, and B. Vrbanovic

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo direct and authorize the Regional Solicitor to take the following actions with respect to the expropriation of lands for road improvements to Victoria Street South (between Lawrence Avenue and Fischer-Hallman Road), in the City of Kitchener as detailed in report PDL-LEG-26-007, dated February 10, 2026. 1.Complete application(s) to the Council of The Regional Municipality of Waterloo, as may be required from time to time, for approval to expropriate land, which is required for the construction of Road Improvements to Victoria Street South (between Lawrence Avenue and Fischer-Hallman Road), in the City of Kitchener and described as follows: Fee Simple Partial Taking: i. Part of Block 54, Plan 1680, being Part 1 on 58R-22348, City of Kitchener, Part of PIN 22445-0019, (11 Monte Carlo Street, City of Kitchener) ii. Part of Lot 1, Plan 1458, being Part 5 on 58R-22348, City of Kitchener, Part of PIN 22447-0335, (15 Fenwick Court, City of Kitchener) iii. Part of Lot 27, Plan 1319, being Part 1 on 58R-22349, City of Kitchener, Part of PIN 22445-0197, (103 Vicmount Drive, City of Kitchener) iv. Part of Block A, Plan 1319, being Parts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 on 58R- 22347, City of Kitchener, Part of PIN 22445-0680, (751 Victoria Street South, City of Kitchener) v. Part of Block A, Plan 1319, being Part 10 on 58R-22347, City of Kitchener, Part of PIN 22445-0679, (301 Westmount Road West, City of Kitchener) vi.Part of Lot 7, Plan 1268 & Part of Lot 2,

Amendment That staff report back to Council by September 2026 including information on the Christmas Tree Bulk Item Program. In Favor (13): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, and B. Vrbanovic

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo direct staff be directed to explore alternative service frequency models for the Region’s bulky item collection program, including:  Monthly collection;  Semi-monthly (every two months) collection;  Semi-annual collection;  And maintaining the current biweekly model as a baseline comparator. And that staff report back to Council by September 2026 including information on the Christmas Tree Bulk Item. with: 1. A comprehensive cost-benefit analysis of each model, including projected operational savings, fleet and staffing impacts, contract considerations, and administrative efficiencies. 2. An assessment of environmental and community impacts, including potential changes to waste diversion, illegal dumping risks, and any required mitigation strategies. 3. An analysis of resident experience implications, including accessibility and communication requirements. 4. A recommended optimal scenario based on financial, operational, environmental, and community impacts. 5. Options for phased implementation, pilot testing, or transition planning should Council consider changing the current service frequency. In Favor (13): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, and B. Vrbanovic

Add the following language: That Regional staff work with Area Municipalities to develop and implement an enhanced water conservation program, including possible regulatory, pricing and incentive-based measures, to both mitigate peak system demands year-round and especially from May 1 – September 30 in order to enable restored and new water supply capacity to come online in parallel with continued development approvals as outlined in Recommendation 1. In Favor (13): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, and B. Vrbanovic

That the meeting adjourn at 5:51 p.m. In Favor (12): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, D. McCabe, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, and B. Vrbanovic