Public Works Committee

That the agenda for the September 8, 2025, Public Works Committee meeting, be approved, as presented.

That the minutes of the July 28, 2025, Public Works Committee, be adopted, as presented.

That Colleen Long be granted an additional 4 minutes beyond the 5- minute time limit, to complete their delegation respecting Red Hill Valley Parkway Issues.

That the following Delegations, be received: 6.1 Robert Cekan, respecting Request for Sidewalk Installation on Frances Avenue 6.3 Colleen Long, respecting Red Hill Valley Parkway Issues 6.4 Pierre Roy, respecting Report PW25055, Automated Speed Enforcement Enhancements (City Wide), (Item 9.1)

That the following Items for Information, be received: Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 3 of 26 7.1 PW25056 Hamilton Water Quality Management Systems 2024 Annual Summary Report (City Wide) 7.2 PW25054 No Turn on Red, Leading Pedestrian and Cycling Intervals at Signalized Intersections (City Wide) - REVISED

That Report PW25055, dated September 8, 2025, respecting Automated Speed Enforcement Enhancements (City Wide), be received, and the following recommendations, be approved: (a) That the proposed adaptive deployment model for the automated speed enforcement program BE APPROVED and implemented by the Transportation Division; (b) That the twelve new community safety zone by-law amendments identified in Appendix ‘D’ BE APPROVED to permit the use of automated speed enforcement under the program; (c) That the expansion of the automated speed enforcement program through the addition of four new camera units BE APPROVED; and (d) That the Transportation Division BE DIRECTED to report back to the Public Works Committee in Q4 2026 on the effectiveness of the adaptive deployment model and the refined inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility-based decision-making framework for the automated speed enforcement program. Result: MOTION,

That Report PW25001(a), dated September 8, 2025, respecting September 2025 Intersection Control List (Wards 3, 5, 8, 11 and 14) - REVISED, be received and the following recommendation be approved: (a) That the appropriate By-law be presented to Council to provide traffic control as follows: Stop/Yield Control Intersection Direction Class Comments Ward Street 1 Street 2 Existing Requested Section “E” Hamilton Warranted All- Way Stop. Cranbrook Gemini (a) EB NB/SB A Request from 14 Drive Drive Councillor’s Office. AWS installed DiCenzo Regina (b) EB NB/SB A as part of Plan 8 Drive Drive of Subdivision. West Evans Warranted All- (d) Avenue EB/WB NB/SB A 3 Street Way Stop. North Woodman Heather Warranted All- (c) EB NB/SB A 5 Drive South Road Way Stop. Trinity Guyatt Warranted All- (e) Church WB NB/SB C 11 Road Way Stop. Road Missing Stop Caprice Montcalm (f) N/A EB A Control 8 Court Drive (Housekeeping) Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 5 of 26 Legend No Control Existing (New Subdivision) – NC Intersection Class: A - Local/Local B - Local/Collector C - Collector/Collector D – Arterial/Arterial Result: MOTION,

That Report PW25064, dated September 8, 2025, respecting Replacement of the Screening Plant Control Panel at the Central Composting Facility (City Wide), be received and the following recommendations be approved: (a) That the single source procurement, pursuant to Procurement Policy #11 – Non-Competitive Procurement, to Harbourside Organix Inc. for the replacement of the screening plant control panel at the Central Composting Facility as outlined in Report PW25064, to not exceed $500,000.00 BE APPROVED; and (b) That the General Manager, Public Works BE AUTHORIZED to negotiate, enter into, and execute any amendments to contract C11- 46-20 dated June 28, 2021, with Harbourside Organix Inc. respecting the operations and maintenance of the Central Composting Facility to reflect recommendation (a), in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. Result: MOTION,

That Report PW25057, dated September 8, 2025, respecting Garner Road Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Wilson Street to Highway 403 off-ramp) (Ward 12), BE

That the following Amendment to the Outstanding Business list, be approved: 9.5(a) Items Considered Complete and Needing to be Removed: (i) York Boulevard/Wilson Street and James Street North Safety Review and Signalized Intersection Safety Enhancements (Ward 2, City-Wide) Added: October 2, 2023 Addressed as Item 7.2 on today's agenda Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton has declared a climate emergency, recognizing the impact of climate change on city residents and property including extreme storms and heat events; WHEREAS, parks and public spaces need to provide accessible opportunities for residents, but traditional asphalt and concrete do not contribute to increased infiltration; WHEREAS, there are materials that are considered accessible, that also increase infiltration, decrease stormwater run-off rates, and are innovative solutions may assist with managing the impacts of climate change on the city; WHEREAS, any new and innovative solution may have different operational and maintenance requirements which may include additional or different equipment requirements; and WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton parkland and public spaces can enhance residents' experiences and regularly contribute to quality of life and a sense of community. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That City staff identify permeable materials for potential use in parks and public spaces that support the City's climate, IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility), and storm water mitigation goals to the Public Works Committee by Q3 2026, including any operational considerations with any outlined solutions; and (b) That the General Manager of Public Works or designate be authorized and directed to approve and execute any and all required agreements and ancillary documents, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the Transportation Division delivers an annual $1.8 million sidewalk repair program, allocating funds to each ward based on the percentage of deficiencies identified in yearly sidewalk inspections based on condition and asset management principles. These inspections ensure the City complies with the Minimum Maintenance Standards regulations; WHEREAS, in past years, Councillors have provided additional funding for the program through Area Rating, Minor Maintenance, and the Canada Community Building Fund to support additional repairs in their Wards; and WHEREAS, Area Rating Reserve #108052 will be used to fund sidewalk repairs along James Street North between Barton Street and Murray Street helping to preserve the asset and increase pedestrian safety throughout Ward 2. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That sidewalk deficiencies in Ward 2, along James Street North between Barton Street and Murray Street, during the 2025/2026 construction season be funded from the Ward 2 Capital Re-Investment Reserve #108052 at an upset limit, including contingency and HST, not to exceed $400,000; and (b) That the General Manager of Public Works 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. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the bocce courts at Lisgar, Templemead and Trenholme Parks provide important public amenities to Ward 6 residents and the wider community; WHEREAS, the windscreens would be an enhancement to the existing bocce courts to encourage and benefit player participation during windy conditions; WHEREAS, windscreens came at the request of Ward 6 Bocce associations via the Ward 6 Office and is being funded solely from the Ward 6 Office; and WHEREAS, windscreens are not standard at bocce courts and the intent is not to establish a new standard i.e., windscreens will not be replaced if damaged or worn out. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the purchase and installation of windscreens be completed by December 31, 2025 at Lisgar, Templemead, and Trenholme bocce courts and funded from the Ward 6 Capital Discretionary Account #3302309600 at an upset limit, including contingency and HST, not to exceed $6,000; and (b) That the General Manager, Public Works or designate be authorized and directed to approve and execute any and all required agreements and ancillary documents, with such terms and conditions in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton has adopted Vision Zero approach which considers human error as part of the roadway safety equation; WHEREAS, residents on Tragina Avenue South between Main Street East and Normandy Road in Ward 4 have advocated for the installation of speed cushions to address roadway safety concerns as a result of speeding; WHEREAS, the Transportation Division completed traffic calming warrants for Tragina Avenue South between Main Street East and Normandy Road in Ward 4 which determined that speed cushions are not technically warranted; WHEREAS, signatures were collected from residents on Tragina Avenue South between Main Street East and Normandy Road resulting in support by 66 of 121 (54%) homes on Tragina Avenue South for the installation of speed cushions as a traffic calming measure; WHEREAS, the Transportation Division conducted a review to select suitable speed cushion locations on Tragina Avenue South between Main Street East and Normandy Road, which have been reviewed by the Ward office; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the Transportation Division be authorized and directed to install 4 speed cushions on Tragina Avenue South between Main Street East and Normandy Road at approximately 12/14, 50/53, 88/89 and 116/117 Tragina Avenue South as a traffic calming measure and as part of Transportation’s 2025 speed cushions installation program; (b) That all costs associated with the installation of traffic calming measures be funded from the Ward 4 Capital

WHEREAS, the Wentworth District Basketball Association Incorporated is coordinating a 3 vs 3 basketball fundraiser at T.B. McQuesten Park, 130 Southpark Avenue, to support child and youth mental health for City of Hamilton residents; WHEREAS, user fees are charged by the City of Hamilton to offset costs outside normal service levels, to support events and tournaments within City of Hamilton parks; and WHEREAS, this group is seeking funding support to help offset user fees and associated event expenses. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the user fee costs associated with the Wentworth District Basketball Association Inc. 3 vs 3 basketball fundraiser at T.B. McQuesten Park, 130 Southpark Avenue, be funded from the Ward 7 Capital Discretionary Account #3302309700 at an upset limit, including contingency and HST, not to exceed $2,020.21; and Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 13 of 26 (b) That the General Manager, Public Works or designate be authorized and directed to approve and execute any and all required agreements and ancillary documents, with such terms and conditions in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, York Boulevard is a gateway into the City of Hamilton and currently includes several pollinator patches in the parkettes and medians; WHEREAS, the Hamilton Naturalist’s club has been actively creating and maintaining garden beds and promoting pollinator education at York Boulevard Parkette 2; WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton has achieved Bee City status and is committed to upkeep the Bee City Vision through the protection and support of pollinators and habitat creation; and WHEREAS, the planting of perennials and native plants contributes to biodiversity across the City and community murals help to celebrate and inform residents about nature and pollinator habitat. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the Hamilton Naturalist’s club rehabilitation of garden beds at York Boulevard Parkette 2 to contribute to pollinator habitat and Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 14 of 26 community education, be funded from the Ward 1 Capital Reinvestment Discretionary Account #3302309100 at an upset limit, including contingency and HST, not to exceed $1,000. (b) That any funds allocated and distributed through the Ward 1 Capital Discretionary Accounts be exempt on a one-time basis and not be counted toward any formula that restricts regular funding from the City including the City Enrichment Fund; and (c) That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to

WHEREAS, small businesses represent 97.8% of all Canadian businesses, contributing almost half of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) generated by the private sector and are collectively Canada’s largest employer, putting more than 5.7 million (46.8%) Canadians to work; WHEREAS, Tourism Hamilton promotes the Locke Street BIA and Westdale Village BIA as two of Hamilton’s go-to destinations; WHEREAS, the Locke Street BIA and Westdale Village BIAs have their areas open to pedestrianization July through October, for both dining and retail BIA members, to provide a safe engaging environment that promote a friendly community space for neighbours and visitors to the two BIAs; and Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 15 of 26 WHEREAS, the accumulative costs of road closures far exceeds the funds available to the Locke Street and the Westdale BIAs. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That a grant be provided to the Locke Street Business Improvement Area to help support safe street closures to be funded from the Ward 1 Capital Reinvestment Discretionary Account #3302309100 at an upset limit, including contingency and HST, not to exceed $15,000; (b) That a grant be provided to the Westdale Village Business Improvement Area to help support safe street closures to be funded from the 1 Capital Reinvestment Discretionary Account #3302309100 at an upset limit, including contingen

WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton has adopted Vision Zero approach which considers human error as part of the roadway safety equation; Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 16 of 26 WHEREAS, residents on Toby Crescent, Greenmeadow Road, Kerr Street and East 45th Street in Ward 6 have advocated for the installation of speed cushions to address roadway safety concerns as a result of speeding; WHEREAS, the Transportation Division completed traffic calming warrants for Toby Crescent, Greenmeadow Road, Kerr Street and East 45th Street in Ward 6 which determined that speed cushions are not technically warranted; WHEREAS, signatures were collected from residents on Toby Crescent between Grenadier Drive & Elliott Avenue resulting in support by 30 of 55 (54%) homes on Toby Crescent for the installation of speed cushions as a traffic calming measure; WHEREAS, signatures were collected from residents on Greenmeadow Road between Queensdale Avenue East & Kerr Street resulting in support by 3 of 4 (75%) homes on Greenmeadow Road for the installation of speed cushions as a traffic calming measure; WHEREAS, signatures were collected from residents on Kerr Street between East 45th Street & East 44th Street resulting in support by 6 of 6 (100%) homes on Kerr Street for the installation of speed cushions as a traffic calming measure; WHEREAS, signatures were collected from reside

WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton has adopted Vision Zero approach which considers human error as part of the roadway safety equation; WHEREAS, residents on Regalview Drive between Highway 8 and Glencrest Avenue in Ward 10 have advocated for the installation of speed cushions to address roadway safety concerns as a result of speeding; WHEREAS, the Transportation Division completed traffic calming warrants for Regalview Drive between Highway 8 and Glencrest Avenue in Ward 10 which determined that speed cushions are not technically warranted; Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 18 of 26 WHEREAS, signatures were collected from residents on Regalview Drive between Highway 8 and Glencrest Avenue resulting in support by 5 of 5 (100%) homes on Regalview Drive for the installation of speed cushions as a traffic calming measure; and WHEREAS, the Transportation Division conducted a review to select suitable speed cushion locations on Regalview Drive between Highway 8 and Glencrest Avenue, which have been reviewed by the Ward office. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the Transportation Division be authorized and directed to install 1 speed cushion on Regalview Drive between Highway 8 and Glencrest Avenue as a traffic calming measure and as part of Transportation’s 2025 speed cushions installation program; (b) That all costs associated with the installation of traffic

WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton has adopted a Vision Zero approach which considers human error as part of the roadway safety equation; Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 19 of 26 WHEREAS, residents on Mountain Avenue North between King Street East and Collegiate Avenue in Ward 5 have advocated for the installation of speed cushions to address roadway safety concerns as a result of speeding; WHEREAS, the Transportation Division has not completed a traffic calming warrant for Mountain Avenue North, and the Ward Councillor has opted to bypass this step in the speed cushion process due to the strong advocacy and expressed desires of local residents; WHEREAS, signatures were collected from residents on Mountain Avenue North between King Street East and Collegiate Avenue resulting in support by 31 of 37 (84%) homes on Mountain Avenue North for the installation of speed cushions as a traffic calming measure; and WHEREAS, the Transportation Division conducted a review to select suitable speed cushion locations on Mountain Avenue North between King Street East and Collegiate Avenue, which have been reviewed by the Ward office. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the Transportation Division be authorized and directed to install 2 speed cushion on Mountain Avenue North between King Street East and Collegiate Avenue at approximately #20/17 and #61/64 Mountain Avenue N

WHEREAS, physically separated and enhanced cycling infrastructure increases safety, encourages active transportation, and supports the City’s sustainability and Vision Zero goals; WHEREAS, the existing cycling lanes along Charlton Avenue West and Bay Street South would benefit from enhanced protection where permissible; WHEREAS, the Integrated Active Transportation Team has reviewed Charlton Avenue between Dundurn Street South and James Street South and identified opportunities for implementing physical separation for the existing cycling facilities; WHEREAS, the Transportation Division, in concert with the Transportation Planning and Parking Division, has conducted a comprehensive active transportation-focused in-service road safety review of Bay Street, and a multi-year budget to support the review’s findings will be submitted beginning in 2026 for Council’s consideration during the annual capital budget process; WHEREAS, the road segment of Ferguson Avenue North between King Street East and Barton Street East is constructed with concrete unit pavers, which do not allow for the installation of concrete barriers or bollards, but would benefit from enhanced pavement markings, supplementing the existing bike sharrow marking, to more clearly delineate and separate the cycling facility from motor vehicle traffic; and WHEREAS, funding is available through the Ward 2 Capital Re-Investment Reserve (#108052) to support the implementation of physical separation for the existing cycli

WHEREAS, Memorial Park, located at 87 Glen Cannon Drive, Hamilton, provides important public amenities to Ward 10 residents and the wider community; Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 22 of 26 WHEREAS, the existing bocce court windscreens have deteriorated and reached their end-of-life condition; and WHEREAS, replacement of the windscreens would allow for the enjoyment of the bocce courts and reduce the impact of the wind on the games. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the replacement of the windscreens for Memorial Park Bocce Courts, to be funded from the Ward 10 Non-Property Tax Revenue Account #3301609610 at an upset limit, including contingency, not to exceed $1,200, be approved; and (b) That the General Manager, Public Works or designate be authorized and directed to approve and execute any and all required agreements and ancillary documents, with such terms and conditions in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, for the purchase and installation of windscreens at the bocce courts located at Memorial Park, 87 Glen Cannon Drive, Hamilton. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the City of Hamilton has adopted Vision Zero approach which considers human error as part of the roadway safety equation; WHEREAS, residents on Novoco Drive have advocated for the installation of speed cushions since 2018 to address roadway safety concerns as a result of speeding; Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 23 of 26 WHEREAS, the Transportation Division has completed a traffic calming study for Guildwood Drive (which intersects with Novoco Drive) resulting in the decision to install three speed cushions on Guildwood Drive as well as the installation of tiger tail signage beneath all existing stop signs at the intersection of Guildwood Drive and Novoco Drive; WHEREAS, Novoco Drive leads to Shawinigan Park and St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Elementary School; WHEREAS, the Ward 14 Councillor has been informed by the Hamilton Police Service that Novoco Drive would benefit from traffic calming measures given their experience with speed enforcement; WHEREAS, the Ward 14 Councillor would like to proceed with speed cushions due to the strong advocacy and expressed desires of local residents. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the Transportation Division be authorized and directed to install speed cushions on Novoco Drive as part of Transportation’s 2025 speed cushions installation program; (b) That all costs associated with the installation of tra

That the Rules of Order be suspended to allow for the introduction of a Motion respecting Commemorative Plaque Funding for 510 Concession Street (Ward 7). Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the Concession Street Business Improvement Area, has requested an interpretive, commemorative plaque from the City of Hamilton at the location where the former Hillcrest Restaurant once stood; WHEREAS, the former commemorative marble plaque imbedded in the sidewalk at the corner of Upper Wentworth Street and Concession Street was in a state of unrepairable decay; WHEREAS, the former commemorative marble plaque imbedded in the sidewalk at the corner of Upper Wentworth Street and Concession Street posed a safety risk to the public when wet or icy; and Please refer to the September 17, 2025, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee September 8, 2025 Minutes PWC 25-010 Page 26 of 26 WHEREAS, the production and installation of a City of Hamilton designation plaque, costs to not exceed $5,000, for the pole mounted plaque in an approved location from Public Works and/or the property owner along the garden areas fronting on to Concession Street. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the costs to be incurred by the Tourism and Culture Heritage Sector of the Planning and Economic Development Department for producing and installing City of Hamilton commemorative plaque at 510 Concession Street be funded from the Ward 7 Capital Discretionary Account #3302309700 at an upset limit, including contingency and HST, not to exceed $5,000. Result: MOTION,