General Issues Committee

That sub-section (e) of Report HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c), respecting Proposed Encampment Protocol, be amended, with the inclusion of a new sub-section (f), as follows: (e) That staff be directed to work with stakeholders to: i. Address washrooms, showers, and access to drinking water; ii. Integrate of peer and Indigenous supports into encampment response; iii. Develop a task force or committee, comprised of City staff, community stakeholders, and people with lived experience to advise on the development and policy of encampment response and appeals process; iv. Report back to the General Issues Committee with recommendations and required resourcing; and, (f) That prior to May 24, 2023 Council meeting staff incorporate - a process to inform residents of nearby compliant sites in the case of any enforcement measures (voluntary compliance notices, etc.), ensuring no residents are facing enforcement measures without being made aware of sanctioned and permitted sites where they can go - into the Proposed General Issues Committee May 17, 2023 Minutes 23-017 Page 2 of 24 Encampment Protocol attached as Appendix “A” to Report HSC20038(f) / PED21188(c). Result: Vote on Sub-Section (e) and (f) of Report HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c), respecting Proposed Encampment Protocol, as Amended

That sub-section (c) to Report HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c), respecting Proposed Encampment Protocol, be amended, as follows: (c) That, following Council ratification, staff be directed to make the Proposed Encampment Protocol attached as Appendix “A” to Report HSC20038(f) / PED21188(c) available for public comment (including written comments) until June 30, 2023, and that staff monitor the implementation of the protocol, and that staff report back with a final recommended protocol at the General Issues Committee on August 2023. Result: Vote on Sub-Section (c) of Report HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c), respecting Proposed Encampment Protocol, as Amended

(d) That staff be directed to conduct a scan of jurisdictions that currently operate sanctioned encampments and further research/consultation as required and bring back options regarding operating models, parameters and criteria for site identification and potential sites with the goal of incorporating sanctioned sites into a new encampment protocol once site(s) and operating model are approved by Council; Result: Vote on Sub-Section (d) of Report HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c), respecting Proposed Encampment Protocol,

That the following individuals be appointed to the Dundas Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board of Management for the 2022-2026 term: (a) Jennifer Hayes, Jax Sweet Shoppe; (b) Lily Zoghaib, Urban Vine; (c) Dave Maciulis, Red Door Cucina; (d) Melanie Barlow, Dundas Community Services; (e) Donna Cole, The Kitchen Witch. Result: MOTION,

(a) That the 2023 Operating Budget for the Dundas Business Improvement Area, attached as Appendix “A” to Report PED23110, in the amount of $268,214.00 be approved; (b) That the levy portion of the Operating Budget for the Dundas Business Improvement Area (BIA) in the amount of $178,880.00 be approved; (c) That the General Manager of Finance and Corporate Services be hereby authorized and directed to prepare the requisite By-law pursuant to General Issues Committee May 17, 2023 Minutes 23-017 Page 5 of 24 Section 208, The Municipal Act, 2001, to levy the 2023 Budget as referenced in Recommendation of Report PED23110; and, (d) That the following schedule of payments for 2023 Operating Budget for the Dundas Business Improvement Area (BIA) be approved: (i) February $89,440.00 (ii) June $89,440.00 Note: Assessment appeals may be deducted from the levy payments. Result: MOTION,

(a) Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair (Item 1) That Councillor M. Tadeson be appointed as Co-Chair of the Airport Sub Committee on a rotating basis for the term of 2022-2026. (b) 2023-2024 John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport – City of Hamilton Joint Marketing Incentives (PED23121) (City Wide) (Item 10.1) That the City of Hamilton approve and allocate $100K, from the Airport Joint Marketing Reserve Fund No. 112217 as the City’s contribution to the 2023-2024 John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport – City of Hamilton Joint Marketing Initiatives outlined in Report PED23121. General Issues Committee May 17, 2023 Minutes 23-017 Page 6 of 24 (c) Airport Lease – Status Update (PED19084(g)) (City Wide) (Item 14.1) That Report PED19084(g) and Appendix ‘A’ to Report PED19084(g), respecting Airport Lease – Status Update, be received and remain confidential. Result: MOTION,

(a) That the following optional property classes be continued for the 2023 taxation year: (i) Parking Lot and Vacant Land; (ii) Large Industrial; (b) That, the following final tax ratios be established for the 2023 taxation year: (i) Residential 1.0000 (ii) Multi-Residential 2.2174 (iii) New Multi-Residential 1.0000 (iv) Commercial 1.9800 (v) Parking Lot and Vacant Land 1.9800 (vi) Industrial 3.1025 (vii) Large Industrial 3.6381 (viii) Pipeline 1.7947 General Issues Committee May 17, 2023 Minutes 23-017 Page 7 of 24 (ix) Farm 0.1767 (x) Managed Forest 0.2500 (xi) Landfills 2.9696 (c) That the following tax reductions be established for the 2023 taxation year: (i) Farmland awaiting development (1st Subclass) 25% (ii) Farmland awaiting development (2nd Subclass) 0% (iii) Excess land Subclass (Residual Commercial) 0% (iv) Excess land Subclass (Residual Industrial) 0% (v) Vacant land Subclass (Residual Industrial) 0% (vi) Excess land Subclass (Large Industrial) 0% (d) That the Deferral of Tax Increases for Seniors and Low Income Persons with Disabilities Program (Deferral of Tax Increases Program) be continued for the 2023 taxation year; (e) That the Full Tax Deferral Program for Seniors and Low Income Persons with Disabilities Program (Full Tax Deferral Program) be continued for the 2023 taxation year; (f) That the Seniors’ (65+) Tax Rebate Program be continued for the 2023 taxation year; (g) That the 40% Tax Rebate for eligible charities and similar organizations be continued f

(a) That up to $125,000, to be funded from the Economic Development Initiatives Capital Project 3621708900, be approved, to support special public programming and animation of Pier 8 during the month of November 2023; and, (b) That the General Manager of Planning and Economic Development be authorized to enter into the necessary agreements to execute the special programming and animation, including securing a temporary art installation. Result: MOTION,

(a) Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities’ “Ability First” Accessibility Fair, September 28, 2023 (Item 12.2) General Issues Committee May 17, 2023 Minutes 23-017 Page 9 of 24 WHEREAS, the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities has received permission to begin organizing the “Ability First” Accessibility Fair annually; WHEREAS, the date of the 2023 “Ability First” Accessibility Fair is scheduled for September 28th; WHEREAS, the proposed budget for “Ability First” is an upset limit of $5811.67 to be funded from the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities’ reserve; and, WHEREAS, in order to organize and promote the event, Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities’ members and volunteers will be required to contact City of Hamilton staff, outside agencies and media to arrange attendance, but will exclude official media releases which will still need to be approved by Committee and Council. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (i) That the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities “Ability First” Accessibility Fair, to be held on Thursday September the 28th, 2023 on the Forecourt of City Hall, be approved; (ii) That the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities “Ability First” Accessibility Fair budget with an upset limit of $5811.67, attached as Appendix “A” to the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities Report 23-005, to be funded from the ACPD Reserve Fund (#112212), be approved; and (iii) That the Advisory Committee for Person

(a) Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair (Item 1) (i) That Councillor C. Cassar be appointed as Chair of the Facility Naming Sub-Committee for the 2022-2026 term. (ii) That Councillor M. Francis be appointed as Vice-Chair of the Facility Naming Sub-Committee for the 2022-2026 term. (b) Renaming of Ryerson Recreation Centre (HSC23031) (Ward 1) (Added Item 10.2) (i) That the Ryerson Recreation Centre at 251 Duke Street be renamed “Kanétskare” (pronounced Ga-nét-sga-re, a Mohawk term meaning Bay or Inlet) Recreation Centre as it meets the guidelines as set out in Section 4(b)(i) of the City of Hamilton Municipal Property and Building Naming Policy; (ii) That a budget of $20K funded from the City’s Tax Stabilization Reserve, (110046) be established for costs associated with the removal, repair, preparation and installation of new facility signage at the 251 Duke Street site; (iii) That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute any required agreement(s) and ancillary documents, with such terms and conditions in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor; and, (iv) That the renaming of Ryerson Recreation Centre to Kanétskare Recreation Centre be considered complete and removed from the Facility Naming Sub Committee Outstanding Business List. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the compassionate nature of advocates and Council members compels us to seek innovative solutions to address the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness; WHEREAS, recognizing Council members play a vital role in leading by example and demonstrating compassion for individuals experiencing homelessness, this too will be extended to members of Council to participate if desired WHEREAS, the voluntary nature of the registry allows participants the flexibility to opt out of the program at any time, ensuring that it respects the preferences and needs of both hosts and houseless individuals; WHEREAS, the creation of a registry aligns with our city's commitment to foster a compassionate and inclusive community that values the dignity and well-being of all its residents; WHEREAS, the registry program offers a practical and cost-effective approach to expanding available housing options for individuals experiencing homelessness; WHEREAS, other municipalities like Oshawa have championed community led programs like Spirit in Service Sponsorship Program that is modelled after Refugee Sponsorship Programs and providing an opportunity for residents to contribute to solution building; General Issues Committee May 17, 2023 Minutes 23-017 Page 12 of 24 THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That staff be directed to determine the feasibility, financial impacts to the municipality, and potential liability of a registry for advocates, members of Council, and residents to voluntarily

That Report LS20023(g), respecting Encampment Litigation Report, be received and remain confidential.

That the verbal update respecting Safety and Security at City Hall, be received and remain confidential.

That the agenda for the May 17, 2023 General Issues Committee meeting, be approved, as amended. Result: MOTION,

That the following Minutes of the General Issues Committee be approved, as presented: (i) May 3, 2023 (Item 4.1) (ii) May 5, 2023 – Special GIC (Item 4.2) Result: MOTION,

That the following Communications Items, be approved, as presented: (i) Correspondence respecting Item 8.1, Report HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c), Proposed Encampment Protocol, from the following individuals (Item 5.1): (1) Brooke Beney (Item 5.1(a)) (2) Keeping Six and HAMSMaRT (Added Item 5.1(b)) Recommendation: Be received and referred to consideration of Item 8.1. (ii) Correspondence from Grant Bivol, Clerk, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) respecting the Financial Statements of the NPCA for the year ended December 31, 2022 (Item 5.2). Recommendation: Be received. Result: MOTION,

That the delegation request from Hafeez Hussain, respecting more about my experience on Unconscious Bias and EDI and how as a resident it is hard to navigate the city of Hamilton to address these matters to management, be approved for a future meeting. Result: MOTION,

(ii) That the following Delegation requests respecting Item 8.1, Proposed Encampment Protocol (HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c)) (For today's meeting), be approved, as follows: (1) Gessie Stearns (In Person) (Added Item 6.2(a)) (2) Lisa Nussey, HAMSMaRT (In Person) (Added Item 6.2(b)) (3) Jammy Lo, Keeping Six (In Person) (Added Item 6.2(c)) (4) Leon Blaze (In Person) (Added Item 6.2(d)) General Issues Committee May 17, 2023 Minutes 23-017 Page 17 of 24 Result: MOTION,

That the following Delegations, respecting Item 8.1, Proposed Encampment Protocol (HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c)), be received: (1) Gessie Stearns (In Person) (Added Item 7.1(a)) (2) Lisa Nussey, HAMSMaRT (Added Item 7.1(b)) (3) Jammy Lo, Keeping Six (In Person) (Added Item 7.1(c)) (4) Leon Blaze (In Person) (Added Item 7.1(d)) General Issues Committee May 17, 2023 Minutes 23-017 Page 18 of 24 Result: MOTION,

That the General Issues Committee recess for 40 minutes until 1:30 pm. Result: MOTION,

That the staff presentation respecting Report HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c), Proposed Encampment Protocol, be received. Result: MOTION,

(a) That Council adopt the Proposed Encampment Protocol attached as Appendix “A” to Report HSC20038(f) / PED21188(c) and that staff be directed to implement the Proposed Encampment Protocol upon Council ratification on May 24, 2023. Result: Vote on Sub-Section (a) of Report HSC20036(f) / PED21188(c), respecting Proposed Encampment Protocol,

That the General Issues Committee meeting of May 17, 2023, be extended past the 5:30 pm curfew, up to an additional 60 minutes. Result: MOTION,

That the amendments to the Outstanding Business List, be approved, as follows: (a) Items Considered Complete and Needing to be Removed (Item 13.1(a)): Encampment Pilot Evaluation (HSC20038(e) / PED21188(b)) (City Wide) OBL Item: 2023-E Added: February 1, 2023 at GIC (Item 10.4) Completed: May 17, 2023 at GIC (Item 8.1) Result: MOTION,

Pursuant to Section 9.3, Sub-sections (a), (b), (e), (f) and (k) of the City's Procedural By-law 21-021, as amended, and Section 239(2), Sub-sections (a), (b), (e), (f) and (k) of the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, as the subject matter pertains to the security of the property of the City or a local board; personal matters about an identifiable individual, including City or local board employees; litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board. Result: MOTION,

That there being no further business, the General Issues Committee be adjourned at 6:21 p.m.