Council

That the agenda for the April 22, 2026 meeting of Council, be approved, as presented.

That CL 26-005, being the minutes of Council held on Wednesday April 1, 2026 (Item 5.1), be adopted, as presented.

That Report LRI 2026-001 respecting Lobbyist Registrar Inquiry Report respecting Microshelters Inc. Lobbying Activity, BE RECEIVED.

That Councillor B. Clark be permitted to speak for a second time.

That Report FCS26050 respecting Clarification of Loan Loss Risk – Better Homes Hamilton Pilot Program (Background Item (e), Reports PED23106 and PED26078), BE RECEIVED.

That HUCS 26-001, being the minutes of the Hamilton Utilities Corporation Shareholder minutes of the meeting held on Thursday, April 7, 2026 (Item 7.1), be received and the recommendations contained therein be approved. Result: Motion on HUCS 26-001 (Item 7.1)

(a) That PWC 26-005, being the minutes of the Public Works Committee meeting held on Monday, April 13, 2026 (Item 7.2), be received and the recommendations contained therein be approved; and (b) That the following correspondence items, be received: a. Correspondence respecting Motion concerning Replacing the Playground Structure and Adding Shade Structures at Memorial Elementary School, 1175 Main Street East, Hamilton (Ward 3) (Minute Item 11.2) from: i. E. Lucks-Kelly, resident ii. C. Tuttle, resident iii. M. McSweeney, resident Council Minutes 26-006 April 22, 2026 Page 4 of 38 Result: Motion on PWC 26-005 (Item 7.2)

(a) That PLC 26-005, being the minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 (Item 7.3), be received and the recommendations contained therein be approved. (b) That the following correspondence items, BE RECEIVED: a. Correspondence respecting PED26063 (Minute Item 8.3) concerning Application for an Urban Hamilton Official Plan Amendment for Lands Located at 392, 398, 400, 406 and 412 Wilson Street East and 15 Lorne Avenue, Ancaster (Ward 12) from: i. S. De Girolamo, resident ii. T. Boal, resident iii. J. Asimoudis, resident Result: Motion on PLC 26-005 (Item 7.3)

That Councillor T. Jackson be permitted to speak for a second time.

That Councillor B. Clark be permitted to speak for a second time on Minute Item 10.1.

(a) That AFA 26-005, being the Open Session minutes of the Audit, Finance and Administration Committee meeting held on Thursday, April 16, 2026 (Item 7.5), be received and the recommendations contained therein be approved; and (b) That the Closed Session minutes of the Audit, Finance and Administration Committee meeting held on Thursday, April 16, 2026 (Item 12.3), be approved, as presented and remain confidential. (ii) The recommendations contained in Minute Item 9.4 respecting Ward 2 Community Grants – 2026 (Ward 2) were considered separately as follows: WHEREAS, the Ward 2 Community Grants program closed for 2026 on March 6, 2026 with a total of 70 applications; WHEREAS, the 2026 Ward 2 Community Grants program will be open for one application acceptance period, rather than running quarterly application periods; Council Minutes 26-006 April 22, 2026 Page 10 of 38 WHEREAS, City staff in Financial Planning, Administration and Policy and Communication and Engagement - Grants reviewed the recommendations from the Ward 2 Community Grants program and found that the following were eligible; and WHEREAS, the following $101,400 in 53 individual grants represents the fulfillment of the 2026 Ward 2 Community Grants program. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That costs associated with contracting consultants to assist with Human Resources policy and material development to 15789800 CANADA FOUNDATION (ABRAR Trauma and Mental Health Services) BE FUNDED from the Ward 2 Capital Discretionary

WHEREAS, School trustees have existed in Ontario since 1816 and play an essential role in delivering accountability, reflecting local priorities, and ensuring students receive necessary resources; WHEREAS, the democratic representation provided by trustees has been a central principle of Ontario’s public education system since before Confederation; WHEREAS, in the Summer of 2025, the Government of Ontario appointed supervisors to various school boards, supplanting the role of elected trustees and creating concerns regarding lost transparency, accountability, and local representation; WHEREAS, trustees serve as essential points of contact for City Councillors to discuss pressing local issues relating to education and school sites, and provincially appointed supervisors are not a replacement for this local knowledge; WHEREAS, Bill 33, which received Royal Assent in November 2025, grants the Province overriding authority which may be used to eliminate the role of trustees in part or in whole; WHEREAS, it is crucial for City Council to join other municipalities in reaffirming the importance of trustees to maintaining local representation for parents and students; and, WHEREAS, Bill 101, introduced in the Ontario Legislature on April 13, 2026, further underscores the Province’s intention to reshape school board governance and the role of trustees, making it especially important that any legislative changes preserve meaningful elected local representation, transparency, and account

That Councillors M. Wilson and B. Clark be permitted to speak for a second time.

That Councillors E. Pauls be permitted to speak for a second time.

WHEREAS, in 2023, Council approved the use of $300,000 for feasibility review of sport lighting for the ball diamonds at Mark Anthony Graham Olympic Park; WHEREAS the feasibility review, completed in 2025, determined logistical issued with available servicing to move the sport lighting project forward; WHEREAS the city did not utilize any of the $300,000 set aside to fund the review and to complete the feasibility study; WHEREAS Carpenter Park, located at 145 Eagleglen Way provides open space and recreational opportunities for the community; WHEREAS, the play structure in Carpenter Park is approaching end of useful life and needs to be replaced; WHEREAS, the Ward 14 office will work with staff to connect with local residents through an engagement event in Carpenter Park to gather feedback opportunities for the future play equipment; Council Minutes 26-006 April 22, 2026 Page 26 of 38 WHEREAS, this project will be added to the Landscape Architectural Services work plan, with community engagement for the play structure replacement commencing in 2026. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the play structure replacement at Carpenter Park, 145 Eagleglen Way, Hamilton, BE APPROVED, to be funded from (PID# 4242309145) the Ward 14 Capital Re-Investment Reserve #108064 at an upset limit, including contingency, not to exceed $300,000; and (b) That the Mayor and City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED and directed to approve and execute any and all required agreements and ancillary documents, in relatio

WHEREAS, in order for the Ward 3 Councillor to redistribute the funds for Road Rehabilitation on Barton Street East from Sherman Avenue North to Emerald Street North (Ward 3), it is necessary to amend Section (b) as follows: (i) $218,618 from CP Minor Maintenance Ward 3 - 4032311603 to $386,417 (ii) $1,150,000 Ward 3 Capital Re-Investment Reserve # 108053 to $982,201 THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: Council Minutes 26-006 April 22, 2026 Page 27 of 38 That clause (b) of the Council Decision of March 4, 2026 respecting Item 10.2 of the Public Works Committee Minutes PWC 26-003 Concerning Road Rehabilitation on Barton Street East from Sherman Avenue North to Emerald Street North (Ward 3) BE AMENDED, to read as follows: (b) That all costs associated with the road resurfacing scope of work be funded from the CP Minor Maintenance Ward 3 - 4032311603 ($218,618) ($386,417) and the Ward 3 Capital Re-Investment Reserve # 108053 ($1,150,000) ($982,201), at an upset limit, including contingency, not to exceed a total of $1,368,618, subject to the 2026 Area Rating allocation approval through the 2026 budget process. Result: Motion,

WHEREAS, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) represents the interests of municipalities on policy and program matters that fall within Provincial jurisdiction; WHEREAS AMO’s Board of Directors is comprised of elected municipal officials from all regions and sizes of communities to form a broad base of support and provide AMO with the prestige required to carry the municipal message to the Provincial government; and WHEREAS AMO’s Annual Conference will take place from August 16 to 19, 2026 in Ottawa, Ontario, during which time the Annual General Meeting will be held and followed by the election of AMO’s 2026-2028 Board of Directors; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: Council Minutes 26-006 April 22, 2026 Page 28 of 38 (a) That Council of the City of Hamilton ENDORSE Councillor Tammy Hwang to stand for election on AMO’s 2026-2028 Board of Directors; and, (b) That, should Councillor Hwang be appointed to AMO’s 2026-2028 Board of Directors, Council agrees to ASSUME all costs associated with Councillor Hwang’s Board duties, including attendance at AMO’s Annual Conference, from the General Legislative Budget (300100). Result: Motion,

WHEREAS Hamilton City Council ratified direction to staff to implement A City Plan to Re- invigorate Barton Village and the Adjacent Corridor in February 2026; WHEREAS YWCA Hamilton is developing Oakwood Place located at 1067 Barton St E in Ward 3, delivering 90 new housing units for women and children, along with a health clinic, licensed child care centre, and other community services; WHEREAS the Oakwood Place site replaces two previously vacant and derelict buildings and represents an important opportunity to introduce new development, vibrancy and activity onto the Barton Street corridor; WHEREAS community outreach has demonstrated strong neighbourhood support, with residents and local businesses expressing enthusiasm for the project and for welcoming new families to the area; WHEREAS Ward 3, particularly the North Crown Point and surrounding industrial area, experiences a deficiency in greenspace and would benefit from increased tree canopy, landscaping, and pedestrian-friendly environments; Council Minutes 26-006 April 22, 2026 Page 29 of 38 WHEREAS enhancements to the courtyard and adjacent public-facing streetscape would create a more welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for both Oakwood Place residents and the broader neighbourhood accessing the childcare centre, health clinic and community services; WHEREAS high-quality landscaping, seating, lighting, and public realm improvements contribute to neighbourhood pride, support local economic activity, and enhance

WHEREAS Hamilton City Council ratified direction to staff to implement A City Plan to Re-invigorate Barton Village and the Adjacent Corridor in February 2026; WHEREAS, the Barton Village BIA and local community have been working diligently to foster Barton St E as a hub for art, culture and businesses that attracts visitors and residents into the area; WHEREAS, the condition of the public realm impedes the BIA’s progress to make this a destination within the City; WHEREAS, 645 Barton St E has previously been the location of a graffiti mural by the Concrete Canvas initiative that is now in need of updating and is located by the gateway sign welcoming visitors to Barton Village; WHEREAS, investment in the Barton Village BIA result in positive economic impacts for the City of Hamilton; and WHEREAS, the Barton Village BIA has coordinated with the artist and plans to install this mural around the Sherman Ave Street festival that provides activation in the area next month. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That costs associated with the mural for 645 Barton St E to the Barton Village BIA be funded from the Ward 3 Capital Re-Investment Reserve #108053 at an upset limit, including contingency, not to exceed $10,248.75 BE APPROVED; and Council Minutes 26-006 April 22, 2026 Page 31 of 38 (b) That the General Manager and City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any required agreement(s) and ancillary documents, with such terms and conditions in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. Result:

WHEREAS the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 states that the municipal police service board shall be composed of five members unless the municipality passes a resolution to change the number of members; WHEREAS the City of Hamilton desires to confirm composition of Hamilton municipal police service board to be seven members. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That Hamilton City Council CONFIRMS the composition of Hamilton Police Services Board to be seven members, consisting of the following: (i) the head of the municipal council or, if the head chooses not to be or is ineligible to be a member of the board, another member of the municipal council appointed by resolution of the municipality; (ii) two members of the municipal council appointed by resolution of the municipality; (iii) one person appointed by resolution of the municipality, who is neither a member of the municipal council nor an employee of the municipality; and (iv) three persons appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council. Council Minutes 26-006 April 22, 2026 Page 32 of 38 Result: Motion,

That in accordance with the Section 6.3 subsection (3) of the City’s Procedural By-law 21- 021, as amended, the Notice of Motion provision be dispensed with to allow for the introduction of a Councillor Motion without Notice. Result: Motion,

WHEREAS, participation in organized sport supports youth health, inclusion, and community well-being; WHEREAS, financial barriers limit access to recreation for youth in lower-income communities, including residents of CityHousing Hamilton at 245 Kenora Avenue; WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton Recreation Assistance Program provides up to $100 toward eligible program fees; and, WHEREAS, registration with East Hamilton Soccer Club is a maximum of $235 per participant, leaving a remaining balance for families. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That a grant to East Hamilton Soccer Club to support youth participation in soccer programming BE FUNDED from the Ward 5 Capital Discretionary Account #3302309500 at an upset limit, including contingency, not to exceed $3,375; and (b) That funding BE USED to cover the remaining registration costs, to a maximum of $135 per participant, for up to 25 youth residents of 245 Kenora Avenue, conditional on prior approval through the Recreation Assistance Program, with payments made directly to the East Hamilton Soccer Club upon confirmation of eligible registrations. Result: Motion,

That Council recess for lunch and to allow a change in room from the Chamber to Room 264

That the Closed Session Minutes dated April 1, 2026 (Item 12.1), be adopted, as presented, and remain confidential.

That Council move into closed session to consider Items 12.2, being the closed session Minutes of the Audit Finance and Administration Committee meeting, held March 26, 2026; 12.3 respecting Acquisition of Property (City Wide); and 12.4 respecting Sport Training Facility Development Opportunity (City Wide) Pursuant to Section 9.3, Sub-sections (b), (c), (d), (f) and (k) of the City's Procedural By-law 21-021, as amended, and Section 239(2), Sub-sections (b), (c), (d), (f) and (k) of the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, as the subject matter pertains to personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees; labour relations or employee negotiations; as the subject matter pertains to a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land for City or a local board purposes; advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and as the subject matter pertains to 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 City or a local board.

(a) That the directions provided to Staff in Closed Session respecting Acquisition of Property (City Wide), BE APPROVED and REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL. (b) That Confidential Report PED 26066 and Confidential Appendix A to Report PED 26066 REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL UNTIL COMPLETION OF THE TRANSACTION. Result: Motion,

That the directions provided to Staff in Closed Session respecting Sport Training Facility Development Opportunity (City Wide), BE APPROVED and REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL. Result: Motion,

That Confidential CM2601 BE RECEIVED and REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL. Result: Motion,

That Bills No. 26-072 to No, 26-085 be passed, and that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the By-laws, be numbered, be signed by the Mayor and the City Clerk to read as follows: 072 To Levy a Special Charge Upon the Rateable Property in the Business Improvement Areas for the Year 2026 Ward: City Wide 073 A By-Law to Authorize the Imposition of a Special Charge under the Better Homes Hamilton Pilot Program in Accordance with Ontario Regulation 586/06 on the following properties in the City of Hamilton: 00375026800; 04031250670; Council Minutes 26-006 April 22, 2026 Page 37 of 38 04028551020; 04028505440; 01006200340; 04028751130; 03023403550; 03020505790; 03021257020; 08108103867 (the “benefitting properties”). Ward: City Wide 074 To Amend By-law No. 01-218, as amended, Being a By-law To Regulate On-Street Parking Schedule 3 - Thru Hwys Schedule 6 - Time Limit Schedule 8 - No Parking Schedule 10 - Alt Side (Apr-Nov) Schedule 12 - Permit Schedule 13 - No Stopping Schedule 15 - Comm Veh LZ Schedule 20 - School Bus LZ Wards: 1,2,3,4,9,11,15 075 To Amend By-law No. 01-215 Being a By-law To Regulate Traffic Schedule 3 - Flashing School Zone Schedule 2 - Speed Limits Schedule 9 - No Right Turn on red Wards: 5, 10, 12 076 To Amend By-law No. 26-034, being a By-law to Establish Certain 2026 User Fees and Charges for Services, Activities or the Use of Property and to Repeal By-law No. 25-023 Ward: City Wide 077 To amend Zoning By-law No. 6593 with respect to lands located