General Issues Committee

That the agenda for the May 27, 2026 General Issues Committee meeting, be approved, as presented.

(a) That the May 6, 2026 Open Session minutes of the General Issues Committee (Item 5.1), be adopted, as presented; and, (b) That the May 6, 2026 Closed Session minutes of the General Issues Committee (Item 11.1), be adopted, as presented and remain confidential.

That the following delegates respecting Report PED26011, Hamilton's Carbon Budget and Accounting Framework (City Wide) - REVISED (Item 8.2), BE RECEIVED: (a) Miriam Sager (In-Person) (Item 6.1(a)(a)) (b) Lucia Iannantuono (In-Person) (Item 6.1(a)(b))

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 PED26117, dated May 27, 2026, respecting Revised Board of Management for the Ottawa Street Business Improvement Area (Wards 3 and 4), be received and the following recommendation be approved: (a) The following individual be removed from the Ottawa Street Business Improvement Area Board of Management: (i) Michael Carruth – Down The Street Food Co. Result: MOTION,

That sub-section (d) to Report PED26011, Hamilton’s Carbon Budget and Accounting Framework (City Wide) – REVISED, be amended, as follows: (d) That staff BE DIRECTED to implement a two-division pilot phase of the Carbon Budget and Accounting Framework through the 2027 Budget process; and that staff BE DIRECTED to report back to General Issues Committee in Q2 Q3 2027 on the results of the pilot phase and propose recommendations for scaling to all departments across the City. Result: AMENDMENT,

That the following correspondence respecting Report PED26011, Hamilton's Carbon Budget and Accounting Framework (City Wide) - REVISED (Item 8.2), BE RECEIVED: (a) Jan Jansen (b) Rose Jansonmhoff (c) Desislava Stefanova, Climate Action Partnership (d) Ethan Patterson (e) Gord McNulty

That Report PED25101(a), dated May 27, 2026, respecting Revitalizing Hamilton Tax Increment Grant Program Application – 92 and 96 John Street North and 81 Wilson Street, Hamilton (Ward 2), be received and the following recommendations be approved: (a) That a revised Revitalizing Hamilton Tax Increment Grant Program Application submitted by Hamilton III GP Inc., on behalf of Hamilton III LP (Hamilton III GP Split Inc.), for the properties at 92 and 96 John Street North 81 Wilson Street, Hamilton, estimated to total $1,990,706 over a maximum of four years based on the incremental tax increase attributable to the redevelopment of 92 and 96 John Street North and 81 Wilson Street, Hamilton, BE AUTHORIZED AND APPROVED in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Revitalizing Hamilton Tax Increment Grant Program; (b) That the General Manager of the Planning and Economic Development Department BE AUTHORIZED AND DIRECTED to execute a Grant Agreement together with any ancillary documentation required, to give effect to the Revitalizing Hamilton Tax Increment Grant for Hamilton III GP Inc., on behalf of Hamilton III LP (Hamilton III GP Split Inc.) for the property at 92 and 96 John Street North and 81 Wilson Street, Hamilton, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor; and, 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 7 of 19 (c) That the General Manager of the Planning and

That staff be provided with an additional 5 minutes to complete their presentation.

That Report PED26089, dated May 27, 2026, respecting Five-year Review of the Revitalizing Hamilton’s Commercial Districts Community Improvement Plan and Associated Financial Incentive Programs (City Wide), and the accompanying presentation be received and the following recommendations, be approved: (a) That staff BE DIRECTED to bring forward to the Planning Committee for a statutory public meeting, in accordance with Section 17(15)(d) of the Planning Act, the following respecting proposed changes to the Revitalizing Hamilton’s Commercial Districts Community Improvement Plan and Community Improvement Project Area By-laws: (i) Appendix B to Report PED26089, respecting the Draft Revitalizing Hamilton’s Commercial Districts Community Improvement Plan; and, (ii) Appendix C to Report PED26089, respecting the Draft Revitalizing Hamilton’s Commercial Districts Community Improvement Project Area modifications. (b) That staff BE DIRECTED to bring forward to the Planning Committee finalized versions of the following draft implementing program descriptions for consideration in conjunction with proposed revised Revitalizing Hamilton’s Commercial Districts Community Improvement Plan: (i) Appendix D to Report PED26089, respecting the Commercial District Housing Opportunities Program; (ii) Appendix E to Report PED26089, respecting the Downtown and Barton/Kenilworth Housing Opportunities Program; (iii) Appendix F to Report PED26089, respecting the Revitalizing Hamilton Tax Increment Grant Pro

That the correspondence from Amanda Stringer, West End Home Builders' Association, respecting Report PED26089, Five-year Review of the Revitalizing Hamilton's Commercial Districts Community Improvement Plan and Associated Financial Incentive Programs (City Wide) (Item 8.4)), BE RECEIVED.

That the Business Improvement Area Sub-Committee Minutes BIAC 26-005 – May 19, 2026 be received and the recommendations contained therein, be approved. Result: MOTION,

That Report CM26006, dated May 27, 2026, respecting Corporate Continuous Improvement Program (City Wide), be received and the following recommendations be approved: (a) That the launch of the Corporate Continuous Improvement Program, intended to advance the City’s organizational efficiency, effectiveness, and service delivery, BE APPROVED; (b) That the business case for a consultant-led end-to-end review of procurement processes, at a cost of up to $300,000 to be funded from capital project ID 2059999999, BE APPROVED; and, (c) That staff be directed to report back to the General Issues Committee on an annual basis on the program progress, outcomes and realized business benefits. Result: MOTION,

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, to July 1, 2027, BE RENEWED through Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Ltd. And Intact Public Entities (IPE) at a cost of $10,249,219 (plus applicable taxes). (b) That the City Solicitor BE AUTHORIZED AND DIRECTED on behalf of the City, to execute all associated documents related to the renewal of the Property & Liability Policies for the term July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2027, through Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Ltd. and Intact Public Entities (IPE). (c) That the premiums for the Property & Liability Policies BE FUNDED from the 2026 Risk Management budget and any shortfall BE FUNDED from the Tax Stabilization Reserve (110046). (d) That the outstanding balance of premiums for the Property & Liability Policies for 2025 in the amount of $329,105 BE FUNDED from the 2026 Risk Management budget and any shortfall BE FUNDED from the Tax Stabilization Reserve (110046) Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, Alexander Park Minor Sports Association has served the Ainslie Wood neighbourhood and the broader Ward 1 community since 1962, providing accessible recreational programming, skill development, and community-building opportunities for children and youth; 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 13 of 19 WHEREAS, approximately 13.8 per cent of households within the area are home to children, underscoring the importance of accessible and community-based recreational programming; WHEREAS, enrolment in the association’s baseball program has doubled over the past two years, demonstrating increasing community demand for youth sports programming and activities; WHEREAS, the association promotes physical activity, teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, and social connection through coaching, mentorship, equipment provision, skill development, and organized recreational programming; WHEREAS, the association has experienced operational challenges and disproportionate impacts resulting from the ongoing construction affecting the field house and park facilities, including reduced access to storage and programming supports; WHEREAS, despite these impacts, the association has continued to support the ongoing park and field house improvements for the long-term benefit of the Ainslie Wood and broader West Hamilton-Dundas communities; and, WHEREAS, financial assistance would sup

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 limited in availability within Hamilton and the surrounding region; WHEREAS, Hamilton continues to grow, and with that growth comes increased demand for recreation infrastructure, including aquatic facilities that can meet both community and competitive needs; WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton’s recently approved Recreation Master Plan does not currently include the development of a 50-metre aquatic facility; WHEREAS, this exclusion reflects the significant capital, operational, and land requirements associated with 50-metre pools, and the need to prioritize limited municipal resources across a range of recreation and community infrastructure needs, rather than a lack of community interest or demand for expanded aquatic capacity; and, WHEREAS, there may be an opportunity to explore partnerships or shared-use models with other municipalities, post-secondary institutions, school boards, or private sector partners who may be pursuing or considering the development of a 50-metre facility within Hamilton or the surrounding region, thereby helping to mitigate financial and logistical constraints

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 system for union dues 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 16 of 19 — rights and protections that would go on to shape workplaces across Canada for generations to come; WHEREAS, the courage, solidarity, and determination demonstrated by Hamilton steelworkers during the strike helped establish Hamilton as a proud union city and strengthened the broader Canadian labour movement during a defining period in the country’s industrial history; WHEREAS, the strike drew widespread support from Hamilton residents, veterans returning from the Second World War, rail workers, dock workers, community organizations, and then-Mayor Sam Lawrence, reflecting the deep connection between Hamilton’s labour movement and the city’s identity and values; WHEREAS, United Steelworkers Local 1005 has continued to play an important role in Hamilton for decades through its advocacy for workers’ rights, workplace safety, fair employment standards, and community solidarity, while representing generation

That Committee move into Closed Session for Item 11.2 pursuant to Section 9.3, Sub-Sections (e), and (f) of the City's Procedural By-law 21-021, as amended, and Section 239(2), Sub-sections (e), and (f) of the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, as the subject matter pertains to a proposed or pending acquisition 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 18 of 19 or disposition of land for City or a local board purposes; litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the City or a local board; and the receiving of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. Result: MOTION,

(a) That Report LS26011, respecting the Jurisdiction of Board of Health and City Council BE RECEIVED for information and REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL; (b) That Report LS26011, respecting the Jurisdiction of Board of Health and City Council, BE CIRCULATED to the Board of Health as a Private and Confidential item for information; and, (c) That Legal staff be directed to prepare a public version of Report LS26011, LS26011, respecting the Jurisdiction of Board of Health and City Council, to be included on the June 3, 2026 Council agenda as an Item for Information. Result: MOTION,