That Report Report PED26116, respecting 2026 Allocation of City of Hamilton’s Municipal Accommodation Tax Funds (City Wide), be amended by adding new Sub-sections (f) and (g) and renumbering the balance, as follows: (f) That a one-time contribution of $50,000 from the Municipal Accommodation Tax Reserve (108072) be approved for the Festival of Friends in recognition of its 50th anniversary in 2026
That the delegation from Ron Wells, USW 1005, respecting support of United Steelworkers Commemorative Signs - REVISED (Item 9.3), BE RECEIVED.
That the following Items for Information, be received: 7.1 CCAC 26-02 Climate Change Advisory Committee Minutes - February 24, 2026 7.2 ACPD 26-005 Accessibility Committee for Persons with Disabilities Minutes - May 12, 2026 - No Quorum 7.3 PED26088 2025 Annual Report for Economic Development Division Financial Incentive and Assistance Programs (City Wide)
That Report LS26010, dated May 27, 2026, respecting C2026 Property & Liability Insurance Renewal (City Wide), be received and the following recommendations be approved: Please refer to the June 3, 2026 Council minutes for the disposition of these matters. General Issues Committee May 27, 2026 Minutes – GIC 26-008 Page 12 of 19 (a) That the Property & Liability Policies for the term July 1, 2026, t
WHEREAS, access to aquatic facilities is an essential component of complete communities, supporting public health, recreation, sport development, and water safety for residents of all ages and abilities; WHEREAS, 50-metre pools (long-course facilities) are critical for competitive swimming, high-performance training, and hosting regional, provincial, and national competitions, and are currently li
WHEREAS, the 1946 Stelco strike, led by United Steelworkers Local 1005, began on July 15, 1946 and lasted 81 days, becoming one of the most significant labour actions in Canadian history; WHEREAS, the strike represented a pivotal moment in the fight for collective bargaining rights, union recognition, fair wages, improved working conditions, paid vacation, the 40-hour work week, and the check-off
That the delegation from Lori-Anne Gagne, Victoria Park Community Homes respecting Report HSC26016, Removal of Certain Consents for Part VII.1 Housing Providers (City Wide) (Item 8.8), be received.
That the Rules of Order be suspended to allow for the introduction of a Motion respecting Strengthening Pedestrian and Roadway Safety Following Recent Fatalities. Result: Motion,
Council, November 19, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton has adopted a Vision Zero approach to roadway safety – the 2019-2025 Vision Zero Action Plan - which recognizes that no loss of life or serious injury on our roads is acceptable and commits to eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries; and the City is currently in the process of approving the updated 2026-2031 Vision Zero Action Plan; WHEREAS, the Ci
Council, November 19, 2025 · Carried
That the following Items for Information, be received: 7.2(a) Climate Change Advisory Committee Minutes CCAC 25-007 - September 23, 2025 7.2(b) Resignation from Myles Sergeant from the Climate Change Advisory Committee
That staff be directed to report back to the General Issues Committee in Q2 2026 with an analysis of resignations from the City's boards, agencies, citizen advisory committees and liaison groups including any reasons for said resignations identified, and a comparative analysis to the last two terms of Council. Result: Motion,
That Report CM25012, dated November 12, 2025, respecting What We Heard: 2026 Budget Engagement Summary (City Wide), be received.
That the delegation from PJ Mercanti, HUPEG, Carmen’s Group, respecting Report PED25216, Entertainment District Annual Update (Ward 2) (Item 7.3), be received.
That Report CM25006, respecting Management Update on Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability (City Wide), and the accompanying presentation, be received.
That Report FCS25041, respecting Mitigation of Financial Burden for Residents in a 3 km Radius of the Stoney Creek GFL Facility (Wards 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11), be
That Report FCS25015(a), dated July 30, 2025, respecting Strengthening Local Procurement and Resilience Amid U.S. Tariff Threats (City Wide), be received and the following recommendations be approved: (a) That Council APPROVE the proposed amendments to integrate “Buy Local and Canadian” provisions into By-law No. 20-205, A By-law to Adopt and Maintain a Procurement Policy for the City of Hamilton
That Report LS23012(f), respecting Appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT- 22-004759) for Official Plan Amendment (UHOPA-21-014) and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications (ZAC-21-031) for Lands Located at 405 James Street North BE RECEIVED and REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL. Result: MOTION,
That Report PED24163(c), respecting the 10-Year Downtown Revitalization Strategy Project Update and Interim Consultant's Report (Ward 2), and the accompanying presentation, be received.
That the delegation from Mark John Stewart, Co-Chair, Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability; Joanne Santucci, Co-Chair, Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability; Kim Martin, Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton; and Kalvin Reid, Enterprise Canada respecting Report from the Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability be rece
WHEREAS, the Mayor’s Task Force on Transparency, Access, and Accountability was established to develop actionable recommendations to improve trust, transparency, and accountability between the City of Hamilton and its residents; WHEREAS, the Task Force’s work was undertaken during a time of considerable challenge for the City of Hamilton, including the aftermath of a cyberattack, and ongoing econo
That the balance of the Mayor’s Task Force on Transparency, Access, and Accountability Minutes MTAA 25-001 - March 25, 2025, be received.
(a) That the Presentation from Sean Kenney, Manager, Site Plan and Jennifer Hohol, Manager, Strategy Continuous Improvement and Open for Business, respecting Innovation in Planning Approvals (Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative – Innovation Track Program), be received; and (b) That Report PED25047, respecting Innovation in Planning Approvals (Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative –
That the following delegations respecting Item 9.1 - Suitable Site for a Hamilton Alliance for Tiny Shelters (HATS) Community, be received: General Issues Committee February 5, 2025 Minutes – GIC 25-002 Page 3 of 22 6.4(a) Angela Burns, Parkview East Neighbourhood Association (In-Person) 6.4(b) Karl Andrus (In-Person) 6.4(c) Brodie Riske (In-Person)
That Item (f)(i)(4) respecting the Volunteer Advisory Committee Review (CM23025(a)) (City Wide) (Outstanding Business List) (Item 8.1), be lifted from the Information Section and added as Item 1 (a) of the Audit, Finance and Administration Committee Report 24-021, as follows: 1. Volunteer Advisory Committee Review (CM23025(a)) (City Wide) (Outstanding Business List) (Item 8.1) (a) That Report CM23
Council, November 27, 2024 · Carried
WHEREAS Mayor and Council recognize the importance of robust and inclusive civic engagement models that ensure resident voices are directly heard and considered in City decision making processes; Council Minutes 24-021 November 27, 2024 Page 10 of 18 THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (i) That Item 1 (a), respecting the Volunteer Advisory Committee Review (CM23025(a)) (City Wide) (Outstanding Business Lis
Council, November 27, 2024 · Carried
(a) That the Progress on the Year 2 (2024) Program of Work for the Housing Sustainability and Investment Roadmap (HSIR) attached as Appendix “A” to Report (HSC23028(f)/FCS23055(d)/PED23099(g)) be received; (b) That the Year 3 (2025) Program of Work for the Housing Sustainability & Investment Roadmap (HSIR) attached as Appendix “B” to Report (HSC23028(f)/FCS23055(d)/PED23099(g)) be approved; (c) Th
(a) That staff be directed to receive approximately $5,256,720 in federal Community Encampment Response funding across 2024-25 and 2025-26 fiscal years to reimburse the municipality for funds expended for operating and program costs associated with the City of Hamilton’s shelter and encampment management strategy including the recently approved plan for indoor and outdoor shelter expansion, encamp
(1) Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability Work Plan Update (Item 9.1) That the Mayor's Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability Work Plan Update, be received. (2) Extending the Term of the Mayor’s Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability (Item 10.1) WHEREAS, the Mayor’s Task Force on Transparency, Access and Accountability was approved to meet for
WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton is committed to ensuring public safety and the preservation of its built environment; WHEREAS, the significant deterioration of built structures can pose serious risks to the safety, integrity, and livability of Hamilton’s neighbourhoods; and, WHEREAS, timely and comprehensive responses by the City of Hamilton to deteriorating built structures are essential for mainta
That the Confidential Cyber Update, be received and remain confidential. Result: MOTION,
That the delegation from Brian Sibley, Hamilton East Kiwanis Non-Profit Homes Inc., respecting Items 10.2 and 10.3 - reports relating to the Service Manager's consent to encumber the following properties owned and operated by Kiwanis Homes, be received. Result: MOTION,
That the staff presentation respecting Report HSC23028(f) / FCS23055(d) / PED23099(g), respecting the Housing Sustainability and Investment Roadmap 2024 Annual Update and 2025 Objective Setting, be received. Result: MOTION,
WHEREAS, on August 18, 2023, Council approved Item 2 of the General Issues Committee Report 23-023 – Public Feedback and Recommendations for and Encampment Protocol and Sanctioned Sites (HSC2003(g)); and, WHEREAS, on September 18, 2024 the General Issues Committee amended Report HSC24027(b) / FSC24028 / PED24162, Reducing Homelessness and Managing Encampments by adding an addition sub-section (f),
That Item (i)(i) respecting Service Level Change for Hanging Basket Program (PW24064) (City Wide) (Item 11.1), be lifted from the Information Section and added as Item 11 of the Public Works Committee Report 24-014, as follows: 11. Service Level Change for Hanging Basket Program (PW24064) (City Wide) (Item 11.1) (a) That the City of Hamilton’s Hanging Basket Program, identified in Report PW24064,
Council, October 23, 2024 · Carried
That Item 11 of Public Works Committee Report 24-015, respecting Service Level Change for Hanging Basket Program (PW24064) (City Wide) (Item 11.1), be referred back to staff, to report back to the Public Works Committee, on the maintenance of the Hanging Basket Program with recommendations that would ensure the continuation of the Hanging Basket Program in 2025 and beyond and taking into considera
Council, October 23, 2024 · Carried
That the following delegations respecting Encampments and Homelessness, be received: (a) Peter Weisner (In-Person) (Added Item 7.2(a)) (b) Andrew Selman (In-Person) (Added Item 7.2(d)) (c) Mary Aduckiewicz (In-Person) (Added Item 7.2(e)) (d) Barry Johnson (In-Person) (Added Item 7.2(f)) (e) Gessie Stearns (In-Person) (Added Item 7.2(g)) (f) Jan Martin (In-Person) (Added Item 7.2(h)) Result: MOTION
That the following delegation respecting Item 8.1 - 2024-2028 Tourism Strategy (PED24046(a)) (City Wide), be received: (a) Greg Dunnett, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce (In-Person) (Added Item 7.3(a)) General Issues Committee September 18, 2024 Minutes 24-015 Page 24 of 38 Result: MOTION,
(a) That consideration of Report HSC24027(b) / FSC24028 / PED24162, Reducing Homelessness and Managing Encampments, be
That Report HUR24006, respecting Labour Relations Activity Report & Analysis (2019-2023), be received. Result: MOTION,
(1) Public Engagement Update (Added Item 9.1) (a) That the following items be approved: General Issues Committee September 4, 2024 Minutes 24-014 Page 4 of 19 (i) MTFTAA Communication respecting public engagement opportunities (Added Item 9.1(a)) (Attached hereto as Appendix “A”) (ii) MTFTAA Interested parties engagement plan (Added Item 9.1(b)) (Attached hereto as Appendix “B”) (iii) MTFTAA Publi