Administration and Finance

That the Consent Agenda items be received for information and approved. In Favor (14) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, and M. Rodrigues

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo direct staff to: Enter into an agreement with the Township of Woolwich, without prejudice to future cost-sharing agreements, to fund up to $956,000 of the proposed culvert over the Randall Drain at Fountain Street, estimated at $1,533,317, Enter into an agreement with the Township of Woolwich to fund $510,000 toward 50% of the design costs of the proposed sanitary trunk and watermain extending from Kossuth Road along Fountain Street through Jetliner Court to Menno Street, Consider these contributions in lieu of local development charges for airside development at the airport and in lieu of connection charges for current airport operations accessing the sanitary trunk; as outlined in report PDL-GDS-25-010, dated August 12, 2025. In Favor (14) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, C. James, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, and M. Rodrigues

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo authorize staff to use debentures up to a 30-year term for large- scale growth-related projects that have a longer life and future revenue cycle in future capital budgets as outlined in report COR-TRY - 25 - 022 , dated August 12 , 2025 . In Favor (14) J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, J. Liggett, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, and M. Rodrigues

WHEREAS democracy is healthy when everyone is able to participate fully and safely and contribute to the well-being of their community; AND WHEREAS we are witnessing the dissolution of democratic discourse and respectful debate across all levels of government and in neighbouring jurisdictions; AND WHEREAS Ontario’s municipally elected officials are dealing with increasingly hostile, unsafe environments facing threats, violence and harassment; AND WHEREAS social media platforms have exacerbated disrespectful dialogue, negative commentary, and toxic engagement which disincentivizes individuals, especially women and candidates from varying backgrounds from running for office; AND WHEREAS better decisions are made when democracy is respectful and constructive and the voices of diverse genders, identities, ethnicities, races, ages and abilities are heard and represented around municipal council tables; AND WHEREAS there are reports and data indicating an increase in harassment and intimidation incidents targeting politicians; AND WHEREAS the Association of Municipalities of Ontario’s Healthy Democracy Project has identified concerning trends with fewer people voting in local elections and running for municipal office; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: THAT the Regional Municipality of Waterloo council affirms that a healthy democracy requires the full, safe, and respectful participation of all individuals, and that hostility, harassment, and violence directed tow

municipalities across Ontario are increasingly adopting Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) programs as a proven tool to improve road safety, particularly in school zones and community safety zones; Whereas reducing vehicle speeds helps creates calmer , safer neighbhourhoods that encourage people to use active forms of transportation and to be active in their communities; Whereas the Region of Waterloo has operated an ASE program since 2021 in partnership with local area municipalities, working closely with the Ontario Traffic Council to adopt and promote best practices; Whereas the Region of Waterloo’s Strategic Plan “Growing with Care” highlights Climate Aligned Growth, calling for the development of complete streets and expanded alternative transportation networks that reduce reliance on cars. The Plan also emphasizes Equitable Services and Opportunities by prioritizing inclusive, accessible services that support community health, safety, and complete communities. The ASE program directly supports these goals by calming traffic, protecting vulnerable road users, and enabling active transportation; Whereas the current legislative and regulatory framework, enabled by the Highway Traffic Act, allows municipalities to operate ASE programs and to independently determine key elements of program delivery; Whereas the Region continues to hear from the community both the need for stronger traffic calming in neighbourhoods and the need for transparency and clarity around ASE program o

That the meeting adjourn at 3:52 p.m. In Favor (14) B. Vrbanovic, J. Erb, J. Nowak, K. Redman, M. Harris, S. Shantz, S. Foxton, D. McCabe, D. Craig, P. Wolf, C. James, N. Salonen, C. Huinink, and M. Rodrigues

That the Consent Agenda items be received for information and approved. In Favor (14): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf

That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo direct staff to: 1. Enter into an agreement with the Township of Woolwich, without prejudice to future cost-sharing agreements, to fund up to $956,000 of the proposed culvert over the Randall Drain at Fountain Street, estimated at $1,533,317, 2. Enter into an agreement with the Township of Woolwich to fund $510,000 toward 50% of the design costs of the proposed sanitary trunk and watermain extending from Kossuth Road along Fountain Street through Jetliner Court to Menno Street, 3. Consider these contributions in lieu of local development charges for airside development at the airport and in lieu of connection charges for current airport operations accessing the sanitary trunk; as outlined in report PDL-GDS-25-010, dated August 12, 2025. In Favor (14): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, 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 authorize staff to use debentures up to a 30-year term for large-scale growth-related projects that have a longer life and future revenue cycle in future capital budgets as outlined in report COR-TRY-25-022, dated August 12, 2025. In Favor (14): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, J. Liggett, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, and P. Wolf

Whereas municipalities across Ontario are increasingly adopting Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) programs as a proven tool to improve road safety, particularly in school zones and community safety zones; Whereas reducing vehicle speeds helps creates calmer , safer neighbourhoods that encourage people to use active forms of transportation and to be active in their communities; Whereas the Region of Waterloo has operated an ASE program since 2021 in partnership with local area municipalities, working closely with the Ontario Traffic Council to adopt and promote best practices; Whereas the Region of Waterloo’s Strategic Plan “Growing with Care” highlights Climate Aligned Growth, calling for the development of complete streets and expanded alternative transportation networks that reduce reliance on cars. The Plan also emphasizes Equitable Services and Opportunities by prioritizing inclusive, accessible services that support community health, safety, and complete communities. The ASE program directly supports these goals by calming traffic, protecting vulnerable road users, and enabling active transportation; Whereas the current legislative and regulatory framework, enabled by the Highway Traffic Act, allows municipalities to operate ASE programs and to independently determine key elements of program delivery; Whereas the Region continues to hear from the community both the need for stronger traffic calming in neighbourhoods and the need for transparency and clarity around ASE pr

That the meeting adjourn at 3:52 p.m. In Favor (14): K. Redman, D. Craig, J. Erb, S. Foxton, M. Harris, C. Huinink, C. James, D. McCabe, J. Nowak, M. Rodrigues, N. Salonen, S. Shantz, B. Vrbanovic, and P. Wolf