General Issues Committee

(a) That the direction provided to staff in closed session, be approved; (b) That Report LS16029(g), respecting the Update Regarding Ontario Land Tribunal Appeals of the Rural and Urban Hamilton Official Plans – Urban Boundary Expansion and Appendix ‘B’, be received and remain confidential; and (c) That Appendix ‘A’ to Report LS16029(g) respecting the Update Regarding Ontario Land Tribunal Appeals of the Rural and Urban Hamilton Official Plans – Urban Boundary Expansion, remain confidential at this time. Result: MOTION,

That the matter, respecting the Final Report of the Mayor’s Task Force on Economic Recovery, be identified as complete and removed from the General Issues Committee Outstanding Business List. Result: MOTION,

(a) That the Draft Bayfront Industrial Area Strategy – Strategy and Action Plan, attached as Appendix “A” to Report PED14117(d), be approved in principle; General Issues Committee September 21, 2022 Minutes 22-018 Page 3 of 31 (b) That the Bayfront Industrial Area Urban Design Guidelines, attached as Appendix “B” to Report PED14117(d), be approved, (c) That staff be directed to apply Bayfront Industrial Area Urban Design Guidelines to future development applications, as appropriate, within the Bayfront Industrial Area; (d) That staff, within the Economic Development Division, be directed to monitor the implementation of the actions contained within the Bayfront Industrial Area Strategy; and, (e) That staff, within the responsible Divisions, report back to the General Issues Committee, as required through the annual budget process with any actions that would require additional resourcing. Result: MAIN MOTION, As Amended

(a) That staff be authorized and directed to enter into negotiations with the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority on the assumption of responsibility by the City of Hamilton for the maintenance of public access on the Hamilton portion of the Hamilton/Burlington Piers, and to report back to General Issues Committee with a recommended agreement for Council’s consideration; and General Issues Committee September 21, 2022 Minutes 22-018 Page 4 of 31 (b) That staff finalize a risk assessment for the Hamilton/Burlington Piers and include the information along with the report to Council on the proposed agreement. Result: MOTION,

That Report CM22010(a), respecting the Emergency Operations Centre COVID- 19 Recovery Phase and After-Action Reporting, be received. Result: MOTION,

(a) That, as the City of Hamilton does not agree with Niagara Region’s request to increase their membership from five to eight members on the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority Board, the use of the legislative formula for determining board sizes in the Conservation Authorities Act during the review of the Niagara Peninsula and Grand River Conservation Authority’s board composition for the three (3) City of Hamilton Representatives to include the Ward 9 Councillor, the Ward 11 Councillor, and a citizen member, be supported; (b) That the use of the legislative formula for determining board sizes in the Conservation Authorities Act during the review of the Grand River Conservation Authority’s board composition, be supported; and, (c) That a copy of this resolution be provided to Niagara Region, Haldimand County, the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority and the Grand River Conservation Authority for their information. Result: MAIN MOTION, As Amended,

(a) Naming of Parkette at 376 Dalgleish Trail, Glanbrook (PW22076) (Ward 9) (Item 10.1) That Report PW22076, respecting the Naming of Parkette at 376 Dalgleish Trail, Glanbrook be

(a) Waterdown Business Improvement Area Expenditure Request (Item 11.1) That the expenditure request from the Waterdown Business Improvement Area, in the amount of $5,750.10 for the purchase of 49 hanging baskets to be funded from the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Contribution Program (BIA Payments Account 815010-56905), be approved. (b) Concession Street Business Improvement Area Expenditure Request (Item 11.2) That the expenditure request from the Concession Street Business Improvement Area, in the amount of $14,271.77 for Special Event Costs (entertainment and musician expenditures for BIA events throughout the year) to be funded from the Offset to the Shared Parking Revenue (Contribution from Reserve to Current Account 815010-47101), be approved. (c) Barton Village Business Improvement Area Expenditure Request (Item 11.3) (i) That the expenditure request from the Barton Village Business Improvement Area, in the amount of $ 6,218.17 for the cost to hire individuals to clean/ maintain the public road allowance (Fall 2022), General Issues Committee September 21, 2022 Minutes 22-018 Page 7 of 31 and for Office Maintenance and Improvement (Office signage) to be funded from the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Contribution Program (BIA Payments Account 815010-56905), be approved; (ii) That the expenditure request from the Barton Village Business Improvement Area, in the amount of $10,192.27 for Special Event Costs (Barton Village Festival), Promotion of the Barton Village BI

(a) Berms at Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre/Bernie Custis Secondary School (Joint City – Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Report) (Ward 3) (PW22082) (Item 10.1) General Issues Committee September 21, 2022 Minutes 22-018 Page 10 of 31 That Report PW22082, respecting Berms at Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre/Bernie Custis Secondary School (Joint City – Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Report) (Ward 3), attached to Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Liaison Committee Report 22-003 as Appendix “A”, be received. Result: MOTION,

(a) Attendance at the National Conference on Ending Homelessness, November 2 – 4, 2022 (Item 11.1) WHEREAS, the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness is hosting the National Conference on Ending Homelessness, November 2 – 4, 2022, in a hybrid format, offering the option to register for in person in Toronto or remote participation; WHEREAS, the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities recognizes there are concerns related to escalating costs of disabilities and barriers to social inclusion that can result in homelessness, as expressed in its correspondence to Hamilton’s General Issues Committee, dated July 21, 2022; and WHEREAS, interest has been expressed by members of the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities in participating remotely in the National Conference on Ending Homelessness, November 2 – 4, 2022. General Issues Committee September 21, 2022 Minutes 22-018 Page 11 of 31 THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the registration fee for up to two Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities members to participate remotely in the National Conference on Ending Homelessness, November 2 – 4, 2022, hosted by the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness, to be funded from the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities’ 2022 approved budget for conferences and related travel expenses, to an upset limit of $875, be approved. (b) Request from Anthony Frisina for a Leave of Absence (Item 11.2) WHEREAS, pursuant to the Advisory Committee Procedural Handbook, memb

(a) Proposed Amendment to the Public Engagement and Consultation Framework on Hamilton Future Fund Governance and Reserve Strategy (Item 10.1) (i) Future Fund A Reserve That staff be directed to report back to the Audit & Finance and Administration Committee, that the Hamilton Future Fund Board of Governors supports the 2002 Council approved principle that Future Fund A Reserve serve as a Self-Sustaining Fund, satisfying the principle of permanence, with a target balance of $100 million. (ii) Hamilton Future Fund Governance Review and Reserve Strategy (FCS22045) (City-Wide) That staff be directed to report back to the Audit & Finance and Administration Committee, that the Hamilton Future Fund Board of Governors recommends that Appendix A to Report FCS22045 be amended by adding “not-profit” to the affordable housing area of focus, in place of the amendment to item 4 of the Audit, Finance & Administration Committee Report 22-022 – May 30, 2022, Hamilton Future Fund Governance Review and Reserve Strategy (FCS22045) (City-Wide), to read as follows: Use of Reserves Under both options, the Hamilton Future Fund will continue to invest in City’s Strategic Priorities. Citizens will be consulted on investments in the following areas of focus:  Municipal infrastructure asset management  Investments in not-profit affordable housing  Time limited investments in Strategic Priorities  Supplemental funding for City Enrichment Fund Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, April is National Poetry Month and the Arts & Culture community significantly contributes to our community through festivals, showcases, events, and individual talents; WHEREAS, the Federal Government, Provincial Government, and many Canadian Municipalities have adopted a Poet Laureate Program to spotlight significant events and initiatives through the written and spoken work; and, WHEREAS, Poet Laureate Programs have enhanced stakeholder engagement and relationships with community partners and libraries through their work in arts, culture, literacy, and reading; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That Tourism and Culture staff be directed to develop and present a framework to the General Issues Committee for the implementation of a Poet Laureate Program & Youth Poet Laureate Program, which details annual projects, operational costs including honorariums, term length, selection criteria and the Terms of Reference for a Community Selection Committee that is inclusive to members of the public and community partners. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton responds to over half a million calls per year (via 546-CITY); WHEREAS, the City’s call consolidation program is estimated to be completed by early 2023; WHEREAS, the funding required to implement a 311 platform will be incorporated in the 2023 Customer Relationship Management (CRM) capital budget request; WHEREAS, the Customer Contact Centre has over time evolved into a 311 service by a different number; and, WHEREAS, a 311 would provide ease of use for remembering and dialing, further enhancing the service experience for residents as well as corporate resource efficiencies; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That staff be directed to report back through the 2023 Capital and /or Operating budget processes as to the requirements for the implementation of a 311 customer service call platform. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, Report PW22082 regarding the considerations and costs to remove the landscape berms at Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre, 876 Cannon Street East, and Bernie Custis Secondary School, 1055 King Street East, was received at the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Liaison Committee meeting on September 12, 2022; WHEREAS, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board staff have confirmed that they have authority to cover $32,500, or 50% of the funds required for removal of the berms; and WHEREAS, the City does not have a funding source to cover the remaining 50%, or $32,500. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That staff be directed to submit a capital detail sheet for the project to remove the berms located at Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre, 876 Cannon Street East, and Bernie Custis Secondary School, 1055 King Street East, to a maximum City contribution of $32,500 for consideration during the 2023 Capital Budget process; and (b) That staff be directed and authorized to enter into a cost sharing agreement with the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board to confirm the conditions of the funding, the removal of the berms and the ongoing maintenance for the project to remove the berms located at Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre, 876 Cannon Street East, and Bernie Custis Secondary School, 1055 King Street East; and (c) That the Mayor and City Clerk authorized and directed to approve and execute any and all required agreements and ancillary documents in relation to the removal of

WHEREAS the owners of 745 Woodhill Road would like to open Rockhaven Distillery Ltd. on their family farm as a destination in Hamilton and to bolster the agri-tourism community. They hope to open this year and be the first rural distillery in the City; WHEREAS Planning staff have advised that the Rural Plan by-laws allowing for a craft distillery are now in effect; WHEREAS Rockhaven has been licenced by the Canada Revenue Agency to produce spirits. WHEREAS the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) requires written notice from the Council of the Municipality within which the applicant's site is located confirming that it has passed a resolution in support of the issuance of a Manufacturer’s Limited Liquor Sales Licence (“By the Glass”), for tastings. WHEREAS per City Licencing regulations, the owner requires Council support for the distillery location (745 Woodhill Road) and a motion is required to be passed for submission to the AGCO; General Issues Committee September 21, 2022 Minutes 22-018 Page 17 of 31 THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the Council of the City of Hamilton confirms their support for the issuance of a Manufacturer’s Limited Liquor Sales Licence (“By the Glass”) for Rockhaven Distillery Ltd. located at 745 Woodhill Road, Hamilton, Ontario. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, public transit and the Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) are essential services that the City of Hamilton is proud to offer all residents and visitors alike; WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton and the HSR strive to offer a convenient, affordable, safe and welcoming environment for all transit users; WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton is committed to reviewing and examining best practices and tools to enhance convenience and safety while fostering a welcoming environment for all public transit riders on the HSR; WHEREAS, other municipalities have successfully deployed transit safety apps that allow transit riders to discreetly report issues of concern for themselves or others, such as harassment, suspicious activity, safety concerns while on a public transit vehicle, or at a transit station or stop involving themselves or fellow riders, to Transit Control ensuring a rapid response if warranted. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: General Issues Committee September 21, 2022 Minutes 22-018 Page 18 of 31 That City Staff, including the departments of Digital Innovation, Public Works, Communications, and the HSR, be directed to develop a plan for the implementation of a transit safety app, either as a stand-alone tool, or included as a feature in the existing HSR app and report back to the General Issues Committee with options for the implementation. Result: MOTION,

That the agenda for the September 21, 2022 General Issues Committee meeting, be approved, as amended. Result: MOTION,

That the Minutes of the September 7, 2022 General Issues Committee meeting be approved, as presented. Result: MOTION,

That external consultant Jamie Cook, Watson and Associates, be permitted to attend the Closed Session portion of the meeting with respect to Report LS16029(g), Update Regarding Ontario Land Tribunal Appeals of the Rural and Urban Hamilton Official Plans – Urban Boundary Expansion. Result: MOTION,

That Committee move into Closed Session respecting Item 14.2, pursuant to Section 9.1, Sub-sections (e) and (f) of the City's Procedural By-law 21-021, as amended, and Section 239(2), Sub- section (e) and (f) of the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, as the subject matter pertains to litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the City or a local board; and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. Result: MOTION,

That the following Communications Items be received and referred to consideration of Item 10.3: (i) Correspondence from Niagara Region, respecting the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) Board Representation (Item 5.1) (ii) Correspondence from Haldimand County, respecting the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) Board Representation (Item 5.2) Result: MOTION,

That the presentation respecting Report PED14117(d) - Bayfront Industrial Area Strategy – Phase 2, be received. Result: MOTION,

That sub-section (a) of Report PED14117(d) - Bayfront Industrial Area Strategy – Phase 2, be amended, to add the words “in principle”, as follows: (a) That the Draft Bayfront Industrial Area Strategy – Strategy and Action Plan, attached as Appendix “A” to Report PED14117(d), be approved in principle; Result: Amendment,

WHEREAS, the Conservation Authority Act, 1993, states that the board composition of conservation authorities shall be determined based on population of a participating municipality within the conservation authority’s jurisdiction, unless there is an alternative to which all participating municipalities agree; WHEREAS, this population-based formula dictates that the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority Board of Directors shall be comprised of five members from Niagara Region, three members from the City of Hamilton, and two members from Haldimand County; WHEREAS, Niagara Region has requested eight members be appointed to the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, instead of their legislated entitlement of five; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That sub-section (a) in Report CM22017, respecting the Conservation Authority Board Composition, be amended by: (i) adding the words “, as the City of Hamilton does not agree with Niagara Region’s request to increase their membership from five to eight members on the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority Board,”, specific to the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority; (ii) deleting ‘and Grand River’; and (iii) adding the words “for the three (3) City of Hamilton Representatives to include the Ward 9 Councillor, the Ward 11 Councillor, and a citizen member”, to read as follows: (a) That, as the City of Hamilton does not agree with Niagara Region’s request to increase their membership from five to eight members on the Niagara Pen

That sub-section (a) to the Facility Naming Sub-Committee Report 22-002, September 12, 2022, be amended, as follows: (a) Naming of Parkette at 376 Dalgleish Trail, Glanbrook (PW22076) (Ward 9) (Item 10.1) That Report PW22076, respecting the Naming of Parkette at 376 Dalgleish Trail, Glanbrook be

That the Rules of Order be waived to allow for the introduction of a Motion respecting the Removal of Berms Located at Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre, 876 Cannon Street East, and Bernie Custis Secondary School, 1055 King Street East (Ward 3). Result: MOTION,

That the Rules of Order be waived to allow for the introduction of a Motion respecting Support for the Issuance of a By the Glass Licence for a distillery at 745 Woodhill Road, Hamilton ON L0R 2B0 (Ward 12). Result: MOTION,

That the Rules of Order be waived to allow for the introduction of a Motion respecting the Digital Tools to Enhance Public Transit Safety for Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) Riders in the City of Hamilton. Result: MOTION,

(a) That the Closed Session Minutes of the September 7, 2022 General Issues Committee meeting, be approved; and, (b) That the Closed Session Minutes of the September 7, 2022 General Issues Committee meeting remain confidential. General Issues Committee September 21, 2022 Minutes 22-018 Page 30 of 31 Result: MOTION,

That there being no further business, the General Issues Committee be adjourned at 3:03 p.m. Result: MOTION,