City Council

THAT all Items contained within the Committee Reports (Items 12.1 to 12.5) not separated for discussion purposes BE APPROVED.

A. THAT report 2021-582 titled Application for Cancellation, Reduction and Refund of Taxes under Sections 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act, 2001; or the Increase of Taxes under Section 359 BE RECEIVED; and B. THAT the tax adjustments in the amount of $185,212.69 as identified in Appendix A of report 2021-582 BE APPROVED.

THAT the following Proclamations BE APPROVED: 8.1 Walter Gretzky Day - October 8, 2021 WHEREAS, the City of Brantford continues to mourn the loss of our beloved Lord Mayor Walter Gretzky who passed away on March 4, 2021; and WHEREAS, Walter was named the City of Brantford’s first and only Lord Mayor on February 19th, 2007, in honour of his countless contributions as an advocate for community organizations and passionate ambassador of our city; and WHEREAS, Walter was endeared to many across Canada, the world, and in his hometown of Brantford and will forever be remembered as a beloved member of his community who selflessly dedicated countless hours to coaching youth and supporting Brantford’s local charities; and WHEREAS, not only will Walter always be remembered as a beloved father, friend, coach, mentor and neighbour, he will also forever be known for championing this community at every opportunity; and WHEREAS in his role as Lord Mayor of Brantford and coiner of the phrase “Brantford…The Center of the Universe”, Walter was a tireless Ambassador for our city, and huge supporter of youth hockey and sports in our community; and WHEREAS in 2020, the City of Brantford was tremendously proud to officially rename the City’s Northridge Municipal Golf Course as the Walter Gretzky Municipal Golf Course, Banquet and Learning Centre as an enduring symbol of our appreciation for all that Walter has done for Brantford; and 16 WHEREAS the City wishes to continue to pay tribute to Walter

THAT the Clerk’s Report on Communication for September 2021 BE RECEIVED.

THAT the following Minutes BE ADOPTED: 11.1 City Council - August 24, 2021 11.2 Special City Council - August 24, 2021 11.3 Special City Council - August 30, 2021 (2:00 p.m.) 11.4 Special City Council - August 30, 2021 (6:00 p.m.) 11.5 Special City Council - September 14, 2021 11.6 Special City Council - Private and Confidential - August 24, 2021 11.7 Special City Council - Private and Confidential - August 30, 2021 (2:00 p.m.) 20 11.8 Special City Council - Private and Confidential - September 14, 2021 Confidential - September 8, 2021 THAT the following minutes BE RECEIVED: 11.9 John Noble Home Committee of Management - September 8, 2021 11.10 John Noble Home Committee of Management - Private and

THAT Item 12.2.9 - Bell Canada Damage Repair BE AMENDED to include the reference to “public and private property” in Clauses A and B.

THAT Item 12.2.10 BE

THAT Clause B of Item 12.4.2 BE AMENDED to include that the indoor track is to remain open during the event. 25

A. THAT report 2021-433 titled Council and its Committees Meeting Operations BE RECEIVED; and B. THAT staff BE DIRECTED to transition to a Council and its Committee Hybrid Operation Commencement – Phased Approach – Option One as outlined in report 2021-433, effective November City Council, and present an interim report direct to Council prior to the launch of Phase Two; and C. THAT staff BE DIRECTED to execute the live broadcasting of open session meetings with the following conditions: 26 i. Meetings to be broadcasted Live and Maintained on the City’s Website / YouTube are City Council, Committee of the Whole’s, Standing Committees – Finance, HR, Social Services; ii. Meetings to be recorded but not broadcasted live are Task Forces, Advisory Committees; iii. Meetings not recorded, broadcasted or uploaded to YouTube / Website are Quasi-Judicial and Hearing type meetings, not including Planning Hearings as part of the Committee of the Whole or Council meetings; and D. THAT staff BE DIRECTED to proceed with the necessary encoder purchase of $5,400 and include the operating impact of $25,350 as an unavoidable increase in the 2022 budget and ensure all recorded open session meetings are processed via the encoder and maintained on the City’s Website for one year after meeting date; and E. THAT staff BE DIRECTED to suspend meals for meetings and reevaluate for meetings commencing in 2023; and F. THAT the By-Law to enact the attached Corporate – 050 – Electronic / Virtual Meeting Ope

A. THAT Council RATIFY the settlement reached between The Corporation of The City of Brantford and the Association of Professional and Administrative Employees (APAE) for renewal of the Agreement to cover the period of January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2024; and B. THAT Staff BE DIRECTED to prepare the necessary By-law for presentation to City Council to amend By-law 70-2010 to amend the On-Call/Call-In Policy for Exempt Staff (Human Resorces-012); and C. THAT the City Clerk BE REQUESTED to update the Corporate Policy Manual to include the amendment to Human Resources-012 Policy.

THAT report 2021-611, titled CAO COVID-19 Emergency update 09.28.21 BE RECEIVED

THAT Section 15.11.5 and 15.3.12 of Chapter 15 of the City of Brantford Municipal Code BE WAIVED in order to introduce the following Resolution without prior Notice of Motion and without having been considered at a Committee of the Whole or Standing Committee: WHEREAS September 20 2021 marked the occasion of the 44 th Canadian General Election; and WHEREAS the electors of the riding of Brantford-Brant were fortunate to have a number of fine candidates from which to choose; and WHEREAS Conservative Larry Brock was the successful candidate and will become the next Member of Parliament for Brantford-Brant; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Corporation of the City of Brantford offers its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Brock on his victory; and further that The Corporation of the City of Brantford also congratulates Liberal Candidate Alison Macdonald, NDP Candidate Adrienne Roberts, PPC Candidate Cole Squire, Green Party Candidate Karleigh Csordas and Independents Leslie Bory and John Turmel.

29 WHEREAS September 20 2021 marked the occasion of the 44 th Canadian General Election; and WHEREAS the electors of the riding of Brantford-Brant were fortunate to have a number of fine candidates from which to choose; and WHEREAS Conservative Larry Brock was the successful candidate and will become the next Member of Parliament for Brantford-Brant; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Corporation of the City of Brantford offers its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Brock on his victory; and further that The Corporation of the City of Brantford also congratulates Liberal Candidate Alison Macdonald, NDP Candidate Adrienne Roberts, PPC Candidate Cole Squire, Green Party Candidate Karleigh Csordas and Independents Leslie Bory and John Turmel. Prior to the vote, a friendly amendment was made to include thanks to those that worked in voting locations and participated in the democratic process.

MOTION TO REFER THAT By-law 193-2021, being a By-law To amend By-law Number 144- 88, being a by-law to regulate Parking in the City of Brantford (Elgin Street – Schedule 9 – Parking Prohibited During Certain Time) BE

THAT By-law 179-2021 to 192-2021, and By-law 194-2021 to 196-2021 BE TAKEN as read a third time, and be finally passed and signed by the Mayor and Clerk.