Council Meeting

That a closed meeting of the Council be held on April 22, 2026 at 5:05 p.m., in the Waterloo County Room, in accordance with Section 239 of the “Municipal Act, 2001”, for the purposes of considering the following subject matters: Receiving advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege relating to on-going litigation regarding the Encampment at 100 Victoria Street North, Kitchener; Receiving advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege relating to information shared in confidence from an organization; and *Receiving information regarding employee negotiations related to Unifor Local 4304. In Favor (13) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

That Council reconvene into Open Session. In Favor (13) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

That the following minutes be approved. In Favor (15) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

That Council go into Committee of the Whole to consider reports. In Favor (15) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

That the Finance Reports items be received for information and approved. In Favor (15) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo increase the consulting services agreement with CIMA+ for C2024-17 Turnbull Reservoir Upgrades in the amount of $940,000.00 for a total updated budget of $1,784,663.70 plus all applicable taxes as set out in report COR-TRY-26-010 dated April 22, 2026.

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo take the following actions regarding T2026-110 Scheifele Bridge Construction Including Northfield Drive (Regional Road 22) Realignment and Trunk Watermain City of Waterloo and Township of Woolwich, Ontario (PQ2025-23) Accept the tender of Sierra Infrastructure Inc in the amount of $19,400,976.10 plus all applicable taxes, and enter into an agreement, subject to receipt of the Fisheries Act Authorization from Fisheries and Oceans Canada by June 23, 2026 Approve an increase in project cost of $39,300 gross and $0 net to facilitate work undertaken on behalf of the City of Waterloo as set out in report COR-TRY-2 6 - 011 dated April 22, 20 26 .

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo accept the tender of Regional Sewer and Watermain Ltd for the T2026-115 Fischer-Hallman Road (Regional Road No. 58) Plains Road to Wallaceton Way & Huron Road to Rosenberg Way Kitchener, Ontario in the amount of $11,383,319.00 plus all applicable taxes as set out in report COR-TRY-2 6 - 012 dated April 22, 20 26 .

to Summary Item #1 Further that Regional staff be directed to determine the feasibility of extending the multi-use trail on the north side of Fairway Road between Pebblecreek Drive and Old Zeller Drive as part of the 2027 Active Transportation Improvements program. Further that Regional staff be directed to consider the roundabout located at Fairway Road and Old Zeller Drive/Woolner Trail for future roundabout safety improvements, following completion of the Roundabout Safety Pilot to support the Proposed School Zone on Fairway Road. In Favor (15) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

Administration and Finance Committee recommends as follows: That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo delegate authority to the CAO and Clerk to enter into necessary agreements with the area municipalities and The Waterloo Regional Tourism Marketing Corporation for the receipt and use of 10% of the Municipal Accommodation Tax funds by the Region as outlined in report PDL-CUL-26-007, dated April 7, 2026. In Favor (13) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing Opposed (2) J. Liggett, and D. Craig

Administration and Finance Committee recommends as follows: That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo take the following action with respect to the 2025 Plan Update and Year End Financial Results as set out in report COR-CFN-26-004 dated April 7, 2026: Receive the 2025 Plan Update that shows implementation and progress toward achieving the vision set out by Council in the Growing with Care Strategic Plan 2023-2027; Approve the preliminary 2025 financial results for the purposes of preparing the Region’s 2025 Audited Financial Statements; and Amend the Surplus Allocation Policy and apply such amended Surplus Allocation Policy to the 2025 financial results. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo take the following action with respect to 2026 property tax policies and rates as set out in Report COR-CFN-26-002 dated April 7, 2026: Establish the following property class tax ratios for the 2026 property tax year: Residential and New Multi-residential 1.000000 Multi-residential, Commercial and Industrial 1.950000 Aggregate Extraction 1.586727 Landfill 1.540000 Pipeline 1.161300 Farmland and Managed Forest 0.250000 Direct staff to prepare the necessary by-laws to establish the 2026 property class tax ratios and the resulting 2026 Regional property tax rates for Regional Council’s consideration on April 22, 2026; and Notify the Area Municipalities within Waterloo Region accordingly. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo accepts the findings and recommendations of the report

Seconded by D. McCabe The Community and Health Services Committee recommends as follows: That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo: Continue the postponement of the Waterloo Region Housing redevelopment project at 15-105 Mooregate Crescent, Kitchener; Direct staff to develop an Expression of Interest (EOI) framework for non-profits and/or co-operatives for the remaining Waterloo Region Revitalization projects; and Direct staff to pursue external funding for the advancement of the Waterloo Region Housing Revitalization Plan, as outlined in report CSD-HOU-26-002, dated April 7, 2026. In Favor (14) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing Opposed (1) C. Huinink

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the following as recommended by the external consultant, Mungall Consulting Group, for Council remuneration, benefits, and staff support during the 2026-2030 term of Council as outlined in PDL-CAS-26-009 dated April 22, 2026: Maintain the current practice of annual adjustments to the base compensation for the Regional Chair, Regional Councillor and Regional Standing Committee Chair, effective January 1 each year, by the average annual change in the all-items Consumer Price Index for Ontario for the previous year, not to exceed 3.0%.;and In years when Council has approved a freeze or austerity salary budget increase for Regional Municipality non-union staff, such Council-approved freeze or austerity increase shall extend to the approved increase for Regional Council members. In Favor (15) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

2. Maintain components of total remuneration, including insured benefits and pension treatment; and In Favor (15) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

3. Direct staff to include in the 2027 preliminary budget: one (1) additional Individual Contributor FTE to provide direct support to Regional Council members; and one (1) additional Specialist / Analyst FTE in the Office of the Regional Chair. In Favor (13) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing Opposed (2) B. Vrbanovic, and M. Harris

that the remuneration for Regional Standing Committee Chairs be increased from the current $7,401 to $12,901 annually, representing an approximate increase of $5500.00 (89%), for the 2026–2030 term of Council, and that this adjustment be incorporated into the 2027 budget. In Favor (11) J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, D. McCabe, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing Opposed (4) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, S. Foxton, and J. Liggett

for inclusion in the 2027 preliminary budget: a) one (1) additional Individual Contributor FTE to provide direct support to Regional Council members; and b) one (1) additional Specialist / Analyst FTE in the Office of the Regional Chair. In Favor (7) B. Vrbanovic, J. Nowak, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, and P. Wolf Opposed (8) J. Erb, K. Redman, D. McCabe, D. Craig, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

4. And that the remuneration for Regional Standing Committee Chairs be increased from the current $7,401 to $12,901 annually, representing an approximate increase of $5500.00 (89%), for the 2026–2030 term of Council, and that this adjustment be incorporated into the 2027 budget. In Favor (11) J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing Opposed (4) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, M. Harris, and S. Foxton

That Committee of the Whole rise and Council resume. In Favor (15) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

That Council adopt the proceedings of Committee of the Whole. In Favor (15) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

Amended: Municipal Housing Corporation – Strategic Review WHEREAS the Region continues to experience increasing housing pressures, including chronic homelessness and sustained demand for emergency shelter services; AND WHEREAS expanding access to permanent supportive and affordable housing is a key component of improving housing stability and reducing long-term reliance on emergency systems; AND WHEREAS municipalities across Ontario have established Municipal Housing Corporations as strategic tools to support the development, delivery, and long-term management of housing; AND WHEREAS such a model may provide the Region with additional capacity to deliver housing, leverage external funding, and support long-term financial sustainability; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Staff be directed to report back to Community and Health Services Committee by Q2 2027 on the feasibility and potential role of establishing a Municipal Housing Corporation for the Region. That the review consider how such a corporation could support a phased approach to housing delivery , including an initial focus on supportive housing, Waterloo Region Housing Revitalization Plan priority projects and broader opportunities for affordable and mixed-income housing over time. That staff report on governance, financial, and operational considerations , including potential approaches to capitalization, partnerships, and long-term asset management. That the report identify potential benefits, risks, and implementatio

1. Staff be directed to report back to Council Community and Health Services Committee by Q2 2027 on the feasibility and potential role of establishing a Municipal Housing Corporation for the Region. 2. That the review consider how such a corporation could support a phased approach to housing delivery, including an initial focus on supportive housing and Waterloo Region Housing Revitalization Plan priority projects and broader opportunities for, affordable and mixed-income housing over time In Favor (10) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, D. Craig, C. James, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing Opposed (5) K. Redman, M. Harris, D. McCabe, P. Wolf, and C. Huinink

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo waive notice of motion as per section 70 of By-law 22-051, A By-law to Provide Rules for Governing the Proceedings of Council and its Committees, and to repeal By-Law 00-031, as amended. In Favor (15) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

WHEREAS elected officials are required to attend Council, committee, and other official meetings that frequently occur during evenings, weekends, or outside standard child care and caregiving hours; and WHEREAS the lack of affordable, flexible childcare and caregiving options is a documented barrier to participation in municipal governance, disproportionately impacting women, single parents, individuals with caregiving responsibilities for children or elder family members, and others with dependent care obligations, including persons with disabilities; and WHEREAS in Ontario, there is no standardized legislative framework supporting caregiving leave for municipal elected officials, and no province-wide mechanism to recognize caregiving-related interruptions as a protected status in elected office, resulting in a gap in supports for those balancing public service with caregiving responsibilities; and WHEREAS the removal of systemic barriers to seeking and holding elected office is essential to ensuring municipal councils are representative of the communities they serve; and WHEREAS a growing number of Canadian municipalities have adopted reimbursement-based policies (not allowances) for childcare and caregiving expenses incurred by elected officials in the course of their official duties, including the City of Sarnia, Ontario, and municipalities in Alberta such as Banff and Okotoks; and WHEREAS such policies are structured as cost-recovery mechanisms that reimburse actual, rea

That Council agree to extend the meeting to 12:00 a.m. In Favor (9) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, C. James, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing Opposed (5) J. Nowak, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, and P. Wolf

That the following by-laws be approved. In Favor (14) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, M. Rodrigues, and J. Gowing

A By-law to dedicate certain lands as part of the highway known as Northfield Drive East (Regional Road 22), in the City of Waterloo, be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered 26-016, be signed by the Regional Chair and Regional Clerk and sealed with the Regional Seal.

That a By-law to Provide Rules for Governing the Proceedings of the Council and its Committees, as amended, and to repeal By-law 22-051, be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered 26-017, be signed by the Regional Chair and Regional Clerk and sealed with the Regional Seal.

That a By-law to Establish Tax Ratios for Regional Purposes and Area Municipal Purposes for the Year 2026, be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered 26-018, be signed by the Regional Chair and Regional Clerk and sealed with the Regional Seal.

That a By-law to Establish and Levy Rates of Taxation for Regional Purposes for the Year 2026, be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered 26-019, be signed by the Regional Chair and Regional Clerk and sealed with the Regional Seal.

That a By-law to Appoint an Acting Deputy Clerk, in the absence of the Regional Clerk and Deputy Clerk, be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered 26-020, be signed by the Regional Chair and Regional Clerk and sealed with the Regional Seal.

That a By-law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo at this Meeting Held on April 22, 2025 be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered 26-021, be signed by the Regional Chair and Regional Clerk and sealed with the Regional Seal.

That a closed meeting of the Council be held on April 22, 2026 at 5:05 p.m., in the Waterloo County Room, in accordance with Section 239 of the “Municipal Act, 2001”, for the purposes of considering the following subject matters: 1. Receiving advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege relating to on- going litigation regarding the Encampment at 100 Victoria Street North, Kitchener; 2. Receiving advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege relating to information shared in confidence from an organization; and 3. *Receiving information regarding employee negotiations related to Unifor Local 4304. In Favor (13): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

That Council reconvene into Open Session. In Favor (13): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

That the following minutes be approved. 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, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

That the Finance Reports items be received for information and approved. 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, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo take the following actions regarding T2026-110 Scheifele Bridge Construction Including Northfield Drive (Regional Road 22) Realignment and Trunk Watermain City of Waterloo and Township of Woolwich, Ontario (PQ2025-23) a. Accept the tender of Sierra Infrastructure Inc in the amount of $19,400,976.10 plus all applicable taxes, and enter into an agreement, subject to receipt of the Fisheries Act Authorization from Fisheries and Oceans Canada by June 23, 2026 b. Approve an increase in project cost of $39,300 gross and $0 net to facilitate work undertaken on behalf of the City of Waterloo as set out in report COR-TRY-26-011 dated April 22, 2026.

The Sustainability, Infrastructure, and Development Committee recommends as follows: 1. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the installation of various types of traffic control in the City of Kitchener, the City of Cambridge and the Township of Woolwich by amending the Region’s Traffic and Parking By- law 16-023, outlined in Appendix B, per the recommendations in report TSD-TRP-26-004, dated April 7, 2026. a. Further that Regional staff be directed to determine the feasibility of extending the multi-use trail on the north side of Fairway Road between Pebblecreek Drive and Old Zeller Drive as part of the 2027 Active Transportation Improvements program. b. Further that Regional staff be directed to consider the roundabout located at Fairway Road and Old Zeller Drive/Woolner Trail for future roundabout safety improvements, following completion of the Roundabout Safety Pilot to support the Proposed School Zone on Fairway Road. 2. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the expropriation of lands for improvements to Fischer Hallman Road between Bleams Road and Plains Road, in the City of Kitchener, in the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, as detailed in Report PDL-LEG-26-016, dated April 7, 2026, described as follows: Temporary Easement: The right and easement, being a temporary easement in gross, for the free and unobstructed, right, interest and easement terminating, for the subject properties set out below, on the 31st day of December 2028, for itself

Amendment to Summary Item #1 a. Further that Regional staff be directed to determine the feasibility of extending the multi-use trail on the north side of Fairway Road between Pebblecreek Drive and Old Zeller Drive as part of the 2027 Active Transportation Improvements program. b. Further that Regional staff be directed to consider the roundabout located at Fairway Road and Old Zeller Drive/Woolner Trail for future roundabout safety improvements, following completion of the Roundabout Safety Pilot to support the Proposed School Zone on Fairway Road. 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, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

The Administration and Finance Committee recommends as follows: 1. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo delegate authority to the CAO and Clerk to enter into necessary agreements with the area municipalities and The Waterloo Regional Tourism Marketing Corporation for the receipt and use of 10% of the Municipal Accommodation Tax funds by the Region as outlined in report PDL-CUL-26-007, dated April 7, 2026. In Favor (13): K. Redman, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf Opposed (2): D. Craig, and J. Liggett

The Administration and Finance Committee recommends as follows: 2. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo take the following action with respect to the 2025 Plan Update and Year End Financial Results as set out in report COR-CFN- 26-004 dated April 7, 2026: a. Receive the 2025 Plan Update that shows implementation and progress toward achieving the vision set out by Council in the Growing with Care Strategic Plan 2023-2027; b. Approve the preliminary 2025 financial results for the purposes of preparing the Region’s 2025 Audited Financial Statements; and c. Amend the Surplus Allocation Policy and apply such amended Surplus Allocation Policy to the 2025 financial results. 3. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo take the following action with respect to 2026 property tax policies and rates as set out in Report COR-CFN-26-002 dated April 7, 2026: Establish the following property class tax ratios for the 2026 property tax year:  Residential and New Multi-residential 1.000000  Multi-residential, Commercial and Industrial 1.950000  Aggregate Extraction 1.586727  Landfill 1.540000  Pipeline 1.161300  Farmland and Managed Forest 0.250000 Direct staff to prepare the necessary by-laws to establish the 2026 property class tax ratios and the resulting 2026 Regional property tax rates for Regional Council’s consideration on April 22, 2026; and Notify the Area Municipalities within Waterloo Region accordingly. 4. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo accepts the findings

The Community and Health Services Committee recommends as follows: 1. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo: Continue the postponement of the Waterloo Region Housing redevelopment project at 15-105 Mooregate Crescent, Kitchener; Direct staff to develop an Expression of Interest (EOI) framework for non-profits and/or co-operatives for the remaining Waterloo Region Revitalization projects; and Direct staff to pursue external funding for the advancement of the Waterloo Region Housing Revitalization Plan, as outlined in report CSD-HOU-26-002, dated April 7, 2026. In Favor (14): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf Opposed (1): C. Huinink

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the following as recommended by the external consultant, Mungall Consulting Group, for Council remuneration, benefits, and staff support during the 2026-2030 term of Council as outlined in PDL-CAS-26-009 dated April 22, 2026: 1. Maintain the current practice of annual adjustments to the base compensation for the Regional Chair, Regional Councillor and Regional Standing Committee Chair, effective January 1 each year, a. by the average annual change in the all-items Consumer Price Index for Ontario for the previous year, not to exceed 3.0%.; and b. In years when Council has approved a freeze or austerity salary budget increase for Regional Municipality non- union staff, such Council-approved freeze or austerity increase shall extend to the approved increase for Regional Council members. In Favor (15): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

2. Maintain components of total remuneration, including insured benefits and pension treatment; and 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, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

3. Direct staff to include in the 2027 preliminary budget: a. one (1) additional Individual Contributor FTE to provide direct support to Regional Council members; and b. one (1) additional Specialist / Analyst FTE in the Office of the Regional Chair. In Favor (13): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, and P. Wolf Opposed (2): M. Harris, and B. Vrbanovic

And that the remuneration for Regional Standing Committee Chairs be increased from the current $7,401 to $12,901 annually, representing an approximate increase of $5500.00 (89%), for the 2026–2030 term of Council, and that this adjustment be incorporated into the 2027 budget. In Favor (11): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, S. Shantz, and P. Wolf Opposed (4): J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, and B. Vrbanovic

3. Refer for inclusion in the 2027 preliminary budget:a) one (1) additional Individual Contributor FTE to provide direct support to Regional Council members; andb) one (1) additional Specialist / Analyst FTE in the Office of the Regional Chair. In Favor (7): S. Foxton, M. Harris, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf Opposed (8): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, J. Gowing, C. Huinink, C. James, D. McCabe, and M. Rodrigues

Refer for inclusion inthe 2027 preliminary budget: a) one (1) additional Individual Contributor FTE to provide direct support to Regional Council members; and b) one (1) additional Specialist / Analyst FTE in the Office of the Regional Chair. In Favor (11): D. Craig, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf Opposed (4): K. Redman, J. Erb, C. Huinink, and M. Rodrigues

Amendment 3. Direct staff to include in the 2027 preliminary budget: a. one (1) additional Individual Contributor FTE to provide direct support to Regional Council members; and b. one (1) additional Specialist / Analyst FTE in the Office of the Regional Chair. In Favor (12): K. Redman, D. Craig, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf Opposed (3): J. Erb, M. Harris, and M. Rodrigues

4. And that the remuneration for Regional Standing Committee Chairs be increased from the current $7,401 to $12,901 annually, representing an approximate increase of $5500.00 (89%), for the 2026–2030 term of Council, and that this adjustment be incorporated into the 2027 budget. In Favor (11): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Gowing, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, S. Shantz, and P. Wolf Opposed (4): J. Erb, S. Foxton, M. Harris, and B. Vrbanovic

That Committee of the Whole rise and Council resume. 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, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

That Council adopt the proceedings of Committee of the Whole. 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, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

As Amended: Municipal Housing Corporation – Strategic Review WHEREAS the Region continues to experience increasing housing pressures, including chronic homelessness and sustained demand for emergency shelter services; AND WHEREAS expanding access to permanent supportive and affordable housing is a key component of improving housing stability and reducing long-term reliance on emergency systems; AND WHEREAS municipalities across Ontario have established Municipal Housing Corporations as strategic tools to support the development, delivery, and long-term management of housing; AND WHEREAS such a model may provide the Region with additional capacity to deliver housing, leverage external funding, and support long- term financial sustainability; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1. Staff be directed to report back to Community and Health Services Committee by Q2 2027 on the feasibility and potential role of establishing a Municipal Housing Corporation for the Region. 2. That the review consider how such a corporation could support a phased approach to housing delivery, including an initial focus on supportive housing, Waterloo Region Housing Revitalization Plan priority projects and broader opportunities for affordable and mixed-income housing over time. 3. That staff report on governance, financial, and operational considerations, including potential approaches to capitalization, partnerships, and long-term asset management. 4. That the report identify potential benefits, risks, and

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo waive notice of motion as per section 70 of By-law 22-051, A By-law to Provide Rules for Governing the Proceedings of Council and its Committees, and to repeal By-Law 00-031, as amended. 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, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

That Council agree to extend the meeting to 12:00 a.m. In Favor (9): K. Redman, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. James, M. Rodrigues, S. Shantz, and B. Vrbanovic Opposed (5): D. Craig, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, and P. Wolf

That the following by-laws be approved. In Favor (14): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, J. Gowing, M. Harris, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf