Council Meeting

That a closed meeting of the Council be held on November 20, 2024 at 6:35 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: Personal matters about identifiable individuals regarding nominations for the Jack Young Civic Award In Favor (12) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That Council reconvene into Open Session. In Favor (11) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That the following minutes be approved. In Favor (12) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That Council go into Committee of the Whole to consider reports. In Favor (12) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That the recommendation under 12.1.1 be

That the following recommendation from the Library Committee be approved: That the Library Committee directs staff to provide a report on the potential costs and benefits of transferring the Region of Waterloo Library branches to the respective Townships. And that Township Staff be consulted in the evaluation process. In Favor (11) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, P. Wolf, C. James, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, and K. Williams Opposed (1) R. Deutschmann

That the following recommendation from the Community and Health Services Committee be approved: WHEREAS the Canada Disability Benefit Act received royal assent in June, 2023 with a commitment to begin providing payments for the Canada Disability Benefit to eligible Canadians starting in July 2025, following successful completion of the regulatory process and consultations with persons with disabilities. WHEREAS the Canada Disability Benefit is expected to be $200/month to eligible recipients. WHEREAS the Low Income Measure (LIM) is used by Statistics Canada to define the poverty line was $2,330/month in 2022. WHEREAS the average monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Waterloo Region in 2023 was $1,359/month. Be it resolved that the Regional Municipality of Waterloo call on the Province of Ontario to raise, or at least maintain, ODSP rates for qualified individuals once the new Canada Disability Benefit begins in 2025. And that the motion be circulated to area municipalities and AMO. In Favor (12) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

Sustainability, Infrastructure, and Development Committee recommends as follows: That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the installation of an All-Way Stop Control at the intersection of Fischer-Hallman Road (Regional Road 58) and Roseville Road (Regional Road 46), and amend the Region’s Traffic and Parking By-law 16-023, as required, to include the following: Remove from Schedule 12, Intersection Stop Signs on Fischer-Hallman Road (Regional Road 58) at Roseville Road (Regional Road 46) Southbound Remove from Schedule 12, Intersection Stop Signs on Fischer-Hallman Road (Regional Road 58) at Roseville Road (Regional Road 46) Southbound in the Township of North Dumfries, as outlined in Report TSD-TRP-24-013 dated November 5, 2024. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo reduce the posted speed limit along Weber Street from Allen Street to 20 m south of King Street to 50 km/hr, in the City of Waterloo, by amending the Traffic and Parking By-Law 16-023, required, to remove from Schedule 17, Maximum Speed 60 km/hr on Weber Street (Regional Road 8) between Allen Street to 20 m South of King Street (Regional Road 15) in the City of Waterloo as outlined in Report TSD-TRP-24-014, dated November 5, 2024. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the current preferred alternative designs for the following corridors as outlined in report TSD-TRP-24-015 dated November 5, 2024: King Street – between University Avenue and Weber Street N University Avenue – between We

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the commencement of the process to transfer Township of Wilmot’s portion of: Oxford Road 5, lying between Punkeydoodles Ave/ Oxford Road 24/ Perth-Oxford Road (Regional Road No. 1) and Oxford-Waterloo Road (4.7 centerline kms) Road 101 A, lying between Perth Road 101 and Punkeydoodles Ave/ Oxford Road 24/ Perth-Oxford Road (0.1 centerline kms), and Perth Road 101, lying between Road 101 A and Concession Road (0.27 centerline kms) from the Township of Wilmot to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo as described in report TRS-TRP-24-016, dated November 5, 2024: Provide notice to the public of the proposed transfer of the above noted three road segments from the Township of Wilmot in accordance with the Region’s Notice Policy; Commence the process to amend the Road Consolidation By-Law 01-059 (Regional Road System) to assume the above noted three road segments from the Township of Wilmot, effective upon passing of the by-law; Commence the process to amend Traffic and Parking By-law 16-023 to reflect the addition of existing traffic regulations on the section of road to be assumed by the Region of Waterloo; and Approve an upset limit of $200,000 for the Region’s share of works related to safety improvements at the Punkeydoodles intersection. In Favor (10) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, P. Wolf, C. James, C. Huinink, and K. Williams Conflict (1) R. Deutschmann

by S. Shantz That the following recommendations from the Strategic Planning and Budget Committee be approved: Whereas the City of Toronto and Queens Park have reached a historic agreement to ease Toronto's ongoing budget crisis, And whereas the agreement includes the uploading of the Don Valley Parkway and the Gardiner Expressway, And whereas the province will deliver 9 billion dollars to the city over the next ten years, And whereas Ottawa has been gifted $543 million dollars to be split between cash for capital projects and ongoing operating expenses, Therefore be it resolved that the Region of Waterloo ask through the Regional Chair's office that our five area MPP's work in concert to request a fair and equitable monetary deal, And that this agreement be reflective of those reached between Queens Park and the cities of Toronto and Ottawa. And that this resolution be shared with the area municipalities. In Favor (11) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That the following recommendations from the Administration and Finance Committee be approved: That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approves the By-Law and Code of Conduct for the Region’s Lobbyist Registry as outlined in report PDL-CAS-24-006 dated November 5, 2024 That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo take the following action with respect to the 2024 third quarter update as set out in report COR-CFN-24-021 dated November 5, 2024: Receive the 2024 Third Quarter Update that shows implementation and financial progress towards delivery on the Region’s Annual Business Plan, in support of achieving the vision set out by Council in the Growing with Care 2023-2027 Strategic Plan; and Amend the 2024 Capital Budget and 2025-2035 Capital Forecast as set out in Appendix D. In Favor (11) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That Committee of the Whole rise and Council resume. In Favor (11) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, J. Liggett, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That Council adopt the proceedings of Committee of the Whole. In Favor (10) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

the Government of Ontario has announced legislation requiring provincial approval for new cycling lanes that would remove vehicular traffic lanes; And whereas this legislation would compel municipalities to demonstrate that proposed cycling lanes will not negatively impact vehicle traffic; And whereas cycling infrastructure is crucial for urban transportation planning, road safety, and public health, and provincial oversight in this matter represents an unwarranted intrusion into municipal authority; And whereas the Region of Waterloo has developed a comprehensive active transportation plan to enhance walking and cycling facilities; And whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) has strongly criticized this proposed legislation as a "significant overreach" into municipal jurisdiction; And whereas the AMO has stated that none of its 444 member municipalities were consulted or shown evidence justifying the province's proposed veto power over new bike lanes; Therefore, be it resolved: That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo strongly opposes the proposed provincial legislation governing bicycle lanes and affirms its support for maintaining municipal jurisdiction over cycling infrastructure decisions. That the Region of Waterloo endorses the AMO's position that municipalities are better positioned than the Ministry of Transportation to make decisions about local transportation matters based on local knowledge and community input. That the Region of Waterloo call

the Regional Municipality currently has a program which allows for Veterans aged 65 and over to apply for a lifetime GRT pass for unlimited use of the transit system in Waterloo Region; And whereas the current program leaves out widows, widowers, and spouses from this program as well as veterans under 65; And whereas providing spouses of war veterans 65 and older the ability to utilize the transit service to access programs and services, thus limiting isolation and promoting health and wellness for individuals often on a fixed income, assists in providing them a peace of mind; Therefore, be it resolved that Regional Municipality of Waterloo include a thorough review of the current veterans pass as part of current GRT Business Plan to ensure program equity and proper scope. The review will include estimated budget requirement for administration and operational costs should the program be updated or refined. In Favor (10) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That the following by-laws be approved. In Favor (10) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That a By-law to Amend By-law 16-023, as amended, being a By-law to Regulate Traffic and Parking on Highways Under the Jurisdiction of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo (Accessible Parking, Pedestrian Crossovers, Through Highways, Intersection Stop Signs, Lane Designations, Rates of Speed), be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered 24-042, be signed by the Regional Chair and Regional Clerk and sealed with the Regional Seal.

That a By-law to establish and maintain a Lobbyist Registry, be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered 24-043, 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 November 20, 2024, be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered 24-044, be signed by the Regional Chair and Regional Clerk and sealed with the Regional Seal.

That the meeting adjourn at 8:27 p.m. In Favor (10) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, P. Wolf, C. James, R. Deutschmann, C. Huinink, and K. Williams

That a closed meeting of the Council be held on November 20, 2024 at 6:35 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. Personal matters about identifiable individuals regarding nominations for the Jack Young Civic Award In Favor (12): K. Redman, D. Craig, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf

That Council reconvene into Open Session. In Favor (11): K. Redman, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf

That the following minutes be approved. In Favor (12): K. Redman, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf

That Council go into Committee of the Whole to consider reports. In Favor (12): K. Redman, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf

That the following recommendation from the Library Committee be approved: 1. That the Library Committee directs staff to provide a report on the potential costs and benefits of transferring the Region of Waterloo Library branches to the respective Townships.And that Township Staff be consulted in the evaluation process. In Favor (11): K. Redman, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf Opposed (1): R. Deutschmann

That the following recommendation from the Community and Health Services Committee be approved: 1. WHEREAS the Canada Disability Benefit Act received royal assent in June, 2023 with a commitment to begin providing payments for the Canada Disability Benefit to eligible Canadians starting in July 2025, following successful completion of the regulatory process and consultations with persons with disabilities. WHEREAS the Canada Disability Benefit is expected to be $200/month to eligible recipients. WHEREAS the Low Income Measure (LIM) is used by Statistics Canada to define the poverty line was $2,330/month in 2022. WHEREAS the average monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Waterloo Region in 2023 was $1,359/month. Be it resolved that the Regional Municipality of Waterloo call on the Province of Ontario to raise, or at least maintain, ODSP rates for qualified individuals once the new Canada Disability Benefit begins in 2025. And that the motion be circulated to area municipalities and AMO. In Favor (12): K. Redman, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf

The Sustainability, Infrastructure, and Development Committee recommends as follows: 1. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the installation of an All-Way Stop Control at the intersection of Fischer-Hallman Road (Regional Road 58) and Roseville Road (Regional Road 46), and amend the Region’s Traffic and Parking By-law 16-023, as required, to include the following: o Remove from Schedule 12, Intersection Stop Signs on Fischer-Hallman Road (Regional Road 58) at Roseville Road (Regional Road 46) Southbound o Remove from Schedule 12, Intersection Stop Signs on Fischer-Hallman Road (Regional Road 58) at Roseville Road (Regional Road 46) Southboundin the Township of North Dumfries, as outlined in Report TSD-TRP-24-013 dated November 5, 2024. 2. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo reduce the posted speed limit along Weber Street from Allen Street to 20 m south of King Street to 50 km/hr, in the City of Waterloo, by amending the Traffic and Parking By-Law 16- 023, required, to remove from Schedule 17, Maximum Speed 60 km/hr on Weber Street (Regional Road 8) between Allen Street to 20 m South of King Street (Regional Road 15) in the City of Waterloo as outlined in Report TSD- TRP-24-014, dated November 5, 2024. 3. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the current preferred alternative designs for the following corridors as outlined in report TSD-TRP-24-015 dated November 5, 2024: o King Street – between University Avenue and Weber Street N o Universi

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approve the commencement of the process to transfer Township of Wilmot’s portion of: o Oxford Road 5, lying between Punkeydoodles Ave/ Oxford Road 24/ Perth-Oxford Road (Regional Road No. 1) and Oxford-Waterloo Road (4.7 centerline kms) o Road 101 A, lying between Perth Road 101 and Punkeydoodles Ave/ Oxford Road 24/ Perth-Oxford Road (0.1 centerline kms), and o Perth Road 101, lying between Road 101 A and Concession Road (0.27 centerline kms)from the Township of Wilmot to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo as described in report TRS-TRP-24-016, dated November 5, 2024: 1. Provide notice to the public of the proposed transfer of the above noted three road segments from the Township of Wilmot in accordance with the Region’s Notice Policy; 2. Commence the process to amend the Road Consolidation By-Law 01-059 (Regional Road System) to assume the above noted three road segments from the Township of Wilmot, effective upon passing of the by-law; 3. Commence the process to amend Traffic and Parking By-law 16-023 to reflect the addition of existing traffic regulations on the section of road to be assumed by the Region of Waterloo; and 4. Approve an upset limit of $200,000 for the Region’s share of works related to safety improvements at the Punkeydoodles intersection. In Favor (10): K. Redman, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf Conflict (1): R. Deutschmann

That the following recommendations from the Administration and Finance Committee be approved: 1. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo approves the By- Law and Code of Conduct for the Region’s Lobbyist Registry as outlined in report PDL-CAS-24-006 dated November 5, 2024 2. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo take the following action with respect to the 2024 third quarter update as set out in report COR-CFN-24-021 dated November 5, 2024: a. Receive the 2024 Third Quarter Update that shows implementation and financial progress towards delivery on the Region’s Annual Business Plan, in support of achieving the vision set out by Council in the Growing with Care 2023- 2027 Strategic Plan; and b. Amend the 2024 Capital Budget and 2025-2035 Capital Forecast as set out in Appendix D. In Favor (11): K. Redman, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf

That Council adopt the proceedings of Committee of the Whole. In Favor (10): K. Redman, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf

Whereas the Government of Ontario has announced legislation requiring provincial approval for new cycling lanes that would remove vehicular traffic lanes; And whereas this legislation would compel municipalities to demonstrate that proposed cycling lanes will not negatively impact vehicle traffic; And whereas cycling infrastructure is crucial for urban transportation planning, road safety, and public health, and provincial oversight in this matter represents an unwarranted intrusion into municipal authority; And whereas the Region of Waterloo has developed a comprehensive active transportation plan to enhance walking and cycling facilities; And whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) has strongly criticized this proposed legislation as a "significant overreach" into municipal jurisdiction; And whereas the AMO has stated that none of its 444 member municipalities were consulted or shown evidence justifying the province's proposed veto power over new bike lanes; Therefore, be it resolved: 1. That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo strongly opposes the proposed provincial legislation governing bicycle lanes and affirms its support for maintaining municipal jurisdiction over cycling infrastructure decisions. 2. That the Region of Waterloo endorses the AMO's position that municipalities are better positioned than the Ministry of Transportation to make decisions about local transportation matters based on local knowledge and community input. 3. That the Region

Whereas the Regional Municipality currently has a program which allows for Veterans aged 65 and over to apply for a lifetime GRT pass for unlimited use of the transit system in Waterloo Region; And whereas the current program leaves out widows, widowers, and spouses from this program as well as veterans under 65; And whereas providing spouses of war veterans 65 and older the ability to utilize the transit service to access programs and services, thus limiting isolation and promoting health and wellness for individuals often on a fixed income, assists in providing them a peace of mind; Therefore, be it resolved that Regional Municipality of Waterloo include a thorough review of the current veterans pass as part of current GRT Business Plan to ensure program equity and proper scope. The review will include estimated budget requirement for administration and operational costs should the program be updated or refined. In Favor (10): K. Redman, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf

That the following by-laws be approved. In Favor (10): K. Redman, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf

That the meeting adjourn at 8:27 p.m. In Favor (10): K. Redman, R. Deutschmann, J. Erb, S. Foxton, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Nowak, S. Shantz, K. Williams, and P. Wolf