Public Works Committee

That the agenda for the April 13, 2026, Public Works Committee meeting, BE APPROVED, as presented.

That the minutes of the March 23, 2026 Public Works Committee meeting, BE ADOPTED, as presented.

That the delegate BE PROVIDED with an additional 2 minutes to complete their delegation. Result: MOTION,

That the delegation from Kathleen Pierce respecting the proposed HSR Bus Stop at Maple and Edgemont, BE RECEIVED.

That Item 6.4, Delegations respecting Multi-use Court at Gage Park (Ward 3) (Item 11.1), BE MOVED up on the Agenda following Item 6.1.

That the following Delegations, BE RECEIVED: Please refer to the April 22, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee April 13, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-005 Page 4 of 27 6.4 Delegations respecting Multi-use Court at Gage Park (Ward 3) (Item 11.1), from the following individuals: (a) Julia Neven and Norrie King (In Person) (Item 6.4(a)) 6.2 Delegations respecting Replacing the Playground Structure and Adding Shade Structures at Memorial Elementary School, 1175 Main Street East, Hamilton (Ward 3) (Item 11.2), from the following individuals: (a) Robyn Heidi Currie (In Person) (Item 6.2(a)) (b) Adriana G. Baker (In Person) (Item 6.2(f)) (c) Liz Enriquez (Pre-recorded Video) (Item 6.2(b)) (d) Lyndall Musselman (Pre-recorded Video) (Item 6.2(c)) (e) Trisha Muldoon (Pre-recoded Video) (Item 6.2(d)) 6.3 James Kemp respecting Accessible Portable Toilets in Ward 12 Community Parks, Hamilton (Ward 12) (Item 10.7) (Virtually) 6.5 Pierre Roy respecting Report PW26025, 2023-2024 Annual Collision Report (Item 7.1) (In Person)

That Report PW26025, dated April 13, 2026, respecting 2023/2024 Annual Collision Report (City Wide), and the accompanying presentation, BE RECEIVED.

That Report PW26032, dated April 13, 2026, respecting Rural Road Safety Report (Wards 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 15), BE RECEIVED.

That the following Items for Information, BE RECEIVED: 7.3 CWCL 112-2026 Memorandum respecting Speed Cushion - Kingsway Drive 7.4 CWCL 113-2026 Memorandum respecting Speed Cushion - Freeman Place

That WMSC 26-001, Waste Management Sub-Committee Minutes - March 30, 2026, BE RECEIVED and the recommendations contained therein, BE APPROVED. Result: MOTION,

That Report PW26045, dated April 13, 2026, respecting Fleet Services Contract Extension C11-52-17, BE RECEIVED, and the following recommendations, BE APPROVED: (a) Pursuant to Procurement Policy #11 – Non-competitive Procurements, that Council approve the extension to Contract C11- 52-17, for the provision of supply and delivery of heavy duty truck and equipment maintenance, parts and repair until November 10, 2026 and that the General Manager, Public Works Department BE AUTHORIZED AND DIRECTED to negotiate, enter into and execute the extension and any ancillary documents required to give effect thereto with Barton Truck Centre Ltd. and Metro Freightliner Hamilton Inc., in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor; (b) That staff BE AUTHORIZED to use funding of up to $1,350,000 from Accounts 54532 (Outside services) and 580210 (Central Garage Vehicle Shop), with up to $960,000 allocated to Barton Truck Centre Ltd. and up to $390,000 allocated to Metro Freightliner Hamilton Inc.; and (c) That the General Manager, Public Works Department BE AUTHORIZED to end the contract extension earlier if a new purchase order and contract is awarded before the six-month period expires. Result: MOTION,

That Report PW26010, dated April 13, 2026, respecting Standardization of Hamilton Water Equipment and Services (City Wide), be received, and the following recommendations, be approved: (a) That pursuant to the City of Hamilton’s Procurement Policy #14 – Standardization, Council APPROVE the standardization and, where indicated, the single sourcing of the equipment, parts, supplies, and services identified in the attached Appendices “A” and “B”, to Report PW26010, Standardization of Hamilton Water Equipment and Services, for the Hamilton Water Division; (b) That the General Manager, Public Works, or their designate, BE AUTHORIZED to negotiate, enter into and execute any required contract and any ancillary documents required to give effect thereto with those vendors identified in the attached appendices with content acceptable to the General Manager, Public Works, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. (c) That the General Manager, Public Works, or their designate, BE AUTHORIZED to amend any contracts executed and any ancillary documents as required if a service provider, manufacturer, or distributor identified in the attached appendices undergoes a name change or a new distributor relationship in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor; and (d) That the Director of Procurement, or their designate, BE AUTHORIZED to amend the name of any service provider, manufacturer, or distributor name listed in the appendices, as required, to correct any discrepancy with the serv

That Report PW26047, dated April 13, 2026, respecting Update to Bylaw 26- 034 Regarding Transit Fares (City Wide), BE RECEIVED and the following recommendation, BE APPROVED: (a) That the draft by-law to amend the 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, to reflect a change in User Fees for Transit Fares prepared in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor and attached as Appendix A to Report PW26047, BE APPROVED and that the draft by-law BE PREPARED and PRESENTED to Council. Result: MOTION,

That the following correspondence respecting Report PW26047, Update to Bylaw 26-034 Regarding Transit Fares (City Wide) (Item 9.4), BE RECEIVED: 9.4(a)(i) Viv Saunders

WHEREAS, drainage and flooding concerns at 3225 Cemetery Road have been documented through resident reports, photographic evidence, and site observations; and WHEREAS, staff will examine the drainage conditions on the private property as well as the road characteristics prior to modifying the City-owned infrastructure. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the Transportation Division BE DIRECTED to remove the existing cross culvert and replace it with a larger size based on site conditions; and that, where upsizing is not feasible, an additional cross culvert be installed adjacent to the existing culvert in the vicinity of 3225 Cemetery Road; and (b) That $20,000 from the CP Minor Maintenance Account (4031911611) BE APPROVED to be allocated to the Transportation Division to complete the culvert work during the 2026 construction season. Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, the addition of a new permanent accessible washroom in the downtown core would serve as a benefit to the community; Please refer to the April 22, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee April 13, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-005 Page 10 of 27 WHEREAS, Corporate Facilities and Energy Management Division, Public Works, is currently overseeing a feasibility study for the addition of a new permanent washroom at John and Rebecca Park, located at 76 John Street North, Hamilton, with the final study expected in Q3 2026; WHEREAS, the feasibility study will determine the costs, opportunities and timelines for constructing and maintaining a new permanent washroom at John and Rebecca Park; WHEREAS, there is an existing fully Development Charge (DC) funded PID 3542441104 titled Ferguson Station Washroom with $250K approved to date for consulting (design) and $1.3M forecast in 2027 for construction, to advance a new permanent washroom; WHEREAS, after further consideration, the John and Rebecca Park is now the preferred downtown washroom location over the originally planned Ferguson Station site; and WHEREAS, Corporate Facilities and Energy Management have consulted with Development Charge staff to confirm that the DC funds approved to date (and forecast for Council approval) can be transferred to the preferred John and Rebecca Ward 2 location for the new permanent washroom. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That staff BE AUTHORIZED to proceed with a

That the correspondence respecting Investment in a new Downtown Washroom (Item 10.2), BE RECEIVED: 10.2(a)(i) Viv Saunders

WHEREAS, in 2025, the Forestry and Horticulture Section advised all Business Improvement Areas that, beginning in 2026, all beautification services related to hanging baskets and planters would be provided on a full cost‑recovery basis; WHEREAS, the Ancaster Business Improvement Area (BIA) has requested the continuation and enhancement of its annual beautification program including 42 hanging baskets and 42 planters for the 2026 season; WHEREAS, the City’s Horticulture section has confirmed the ability to provide services similar to previous years including the creation, installation and removal, Please refer to the April 22, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee April 13, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-005 Page 12 of 27 and seasonal watering for 42 hanging baskets and 42 planters for the 2026 season at a total cost of $24,747.66; WHEREAS, the Ancaster BIA will contribute $7,115.22 toward the cost of the hanging basket flowers as in previous years; WHEREAS, the remaining balance of $17,632.44 represents the outstanding cost required to deliver the full program for the 2026 season; and WHEREAS, timely approval is required to allow Horticulture staff to begin growing and preparation activities in order to meet the installation deadlines for the 2026 season. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That staff BE DIRECTED to proceed with the creation, growth, supply, installation, maintenance, watering, and removal of 42 hanging baskets and 42 planters for

WHEREAS, Hamilton Amateur Athletics Association (“HAAA”) Grounds is a community park located at 250 Charlton Avenue West within Ward 1 that dates back to the 1870’s; WHEREAS, HAAA Grounds is undergoing a redevelopment of the aging park amenities as part of the overall HAAA Grounds Renewal Plan; WHEREAS, the provision of various improvements to the historic HAAA Grounds Field House is needed to enable public access and use of the Field House (the “Project”); WHEREAS, City of Hamilton owned fieldhouse facilities in Ward 1 are maintained by the City of Hamilton’s Corporate Facilities & Energy Management (CFEM) Division, Public Works, and permitted where applicable through the Recreation Division; WHEREAS, many of the current fieldhouses in Ward 1 require lifecycle repair and accessibility upgrades; WHEREAS, the Recreation Master Plan (2022) identified that 74% of the survey respondents identified park washrooms as a high priority for investment and recommends providing permanent, accessible washroom facilities within Community and City-wide Parks; WHEREAS, HAAA Park Field House is a high use, year-round facility and the addition of accessible washrooms with exterior access and indoor multi- purpose program space available throughout all seasons will draw more users to the Park; WHEREAS, a feasibility study and detailed design was conducted for the HAAA Park Field House, with construction anticipated to begin by 2027 dependent on further funding; WHEREAS, the Project includes req

WHEREAS, there is a Council approved renovation project of the existing field house within Alexander Park (259 Whitney Avenue, Hamilton) nearing completion and which was fully funded through the Ward 1 area rated reserve; WHEREAS, the field house has been repurposed to create a multi-use Ainslie Wood Community Hub; WHEREAS, the facility is designed to provide programming for recreation, community use, multi-purpose uses for all ages and outdoor events; WHEREAS, the community hub requires furniture, including foldable tables, chairs and dollies to facilitate multi-purpose community use; and WHEREAS these amenities are valuable to the community within the Ainslie Wood neighbourhood. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That furnishings at Ainslie Wood Community Hub, located at Alexander Park (250 Whitney Avenue, Hamilton), BE APPROVED to be funded from the Ward 1 Capital Discretionary Account #3302309100 at an upset limit, including contingency, not to exceed $20,000; and (b) That the General Manager of Public Works, or their designate, 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: MOTION,

WHEREAS, Victoria Park, located at 500 King Street West, Hamilton, is a highly popular park where visitors of all ages attend to enjoy the outdoors and its amenities; WHEREAS, the existing semi-circular plaza within the park, adjacent to the spray pad, includes pre-cast concrete benches that do not have backing or arm rests; WHEREAS, park users have varying levels of ability and comfort, and providing benches with backing and arm rests would offer additional support for residents using the park; WHEREAS, replacing the existing pre-cast concrete benches with four new colourful park benches with backing and arm rests would enhance comfort and accessibility for park users, while also adding a pop of colour to the area; and WHEREAS, with the proposed colourful benches differing from standard park bench colours, additional funds will be required to support the replacement of coloured bench boards/slats in the event of damage. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the removal and replacement of existing pre-cast concrete benches at the semi-circular central plaza at Victoria Park, 500 King Street West, with four new colourful park benches with backing and arm rests, as well as replacement boards/slats, BE APPROVED, to be funded from the Ward 1 Capital Discretionary Account #3302309100 at an upset limit, including contingency, not to exceed $12,000; and (b) That the General Manager, Public Works or designate BE AUTHORIZED to approve and execute any and all required Please refer to the

WHEREAS, Ward 12 community parks are used by multiple user groups for activities including baseball and soccer and by the general public; WHEREAS, the parks can include features such as a spray pad, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, and playground amenities that attract visitors from throughout Ward 12 and outlying communities who would benefit from washroom facilities; and WHEREAS, additional funding for the rental and cleaning of temporary accessible portable toilet(s) for the 2026 season through to October 2026, is required. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That the provision of temporary portable toilets at each of Meadowlands Community Park (160 Meadowlands Boulevard), Amberly Park (284 Nakoma Road), James Smith Park (50 Braithwaite Avenue), and Lynden Legion Park (206 Lynden Road) for the summer season (approximately May-October) of 2026, BE APPROVED, to be funded from the Ward 12 Non-Property Tax Revenue Account Please refer to the April 22, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee April 13, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-005 Page 18 of 27 #3301609612, at an upset limit including contingency not to exceed a total of $9,500; and (b) That the General Manager, Public Works or designate BE AUTHORIZED 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, related to the implementation of temporary accessible portable toilet(s) in the listed Ward

WHEREAS, the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board has provided space on their property at 50 Ravenbury Drive, Hamilton for an existing play structure that is available for public use; WHEREAS, the subject play structure is approaching end of useful life and needs to be replaced; WHEREAS, the proposed improvements would allow for enhanced accessibility for users with the new play equipment and new pathway; WHEREAS, these amenities provide recreation opportunities for children, youth and families in the Greater Ward 6 community; WHEREAS, there is an additional opportunity to plant approximately 20 trees around this play area and pathway; Please refer to the April 22, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee April 13, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-005 Page 19 of 27 WHEREAS, the planting of the trees will be coordinated by the City of Hamilton Forestry Section, with the trees maintained until establishment, approximately 3 years. After such time the trees are recognized as a Hamiton Wentworth School Board asset; and WHEREAS, this project will be added to the Parks capital work plan, with community engagement for the play structure replacement commencing in 2026. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (a) That replacement of the existing play structures and tree planting at Lincoln Alexander Elementary School, 50 Ravenbury Drive, Hamilton, BE APPROVED and funded from the Ward 6 Capital Re-Investment Reserve #108056 at an upset limit, including contingency,

That the Rules of Order BE SUSPENDED to allow for the introduction of a Motion respecting Multi-use Court at Gage Park (Ward 3). Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, basketball has been a one of the fastest growing sports among youth in Canada and remains a low -cost activity to participate in; WHEREAS, basketball is growing in popularity among girls and young women, thanks to the WNBA’s presence in Canada with the Toronto Tempo, the local success of both Mohawk Mountaineers and McMaster University Women’s Basketball in their championship wins, and the success and local support of Hamilton all-star Shai Gilgeious- Alexander; WHEREAS, the City’s Recreation Master Plan calls for a multi-use court in Gage Park by 2051; WHEREAS, Gage Park includes sport facilities for baseball, lawn bowling, and tennis - all amenities that require a team and/or membership to play; WHEREAS, most of the free recreation equipment at Gage Park caters to younger children, despite local teens needing a place to gather for fun and recreation; Please refer to the April 22, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee April 13, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-005 Page 21 of 27 WHEREAS, Ward 3 only has three courts currently and they are all more than two kilometres walk away from Gage Park; WHEREAS, the installation of the Rally Court at Woodlands Park has shown that such community assets become well-used, meet needs, and provide opportunities for positive events for our communities in local parks; and WHEREAS, local youth have requested an expedited timeline to implement the multi-use court at Gage Park. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (

That the Rules of Order BE SUSPENDED to allow for the introduction of a Motion respecting Replacing the Playground Structure and Adding Shade Structures at Memorial Elementary School, 1175 Main Street East, Hamilton (Ward 3). Please refer to the April 22, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee April 13, 2026 Minutes PWC 26-005 Page 22 of 27 Result: MOTION,

WHEREAS, improving public outdoor greenspaces and playgrounds helps to strengthen neighbourhood assets and build community- based opportunities for all; WHEREAS, Memorial Elementary School Park, 1175 Main Street East, has a lack of shade structures and the City-owned playground structure has been deemed at end-of-life by City staff requiring it to be closed if not replaced; WHEREAS, the design of the space adjacent to the playground structure in a manner that provides shade enhances the quality of community life, addresses hotter days in warmer seasons, and provides healthy opportunities for creative and physical play has been identified by local young neighbours, students, parent council members, and verified by the school administration as a priority; WHEREAS, the Ward 3 Councillor’s Office has worked with the local community in Crown Point West, parent council members, Memorial Elementary School administration, Hamilton Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) Trustee, and City staff to identify a preferred scope of plan to address local needs; WHEREAS, the allocation of these funds will go toward replacing the existing playground structure with the addition of shade structures in a manner informed by community input, HWDSB requirements for student use during school hours, as well as, City standards for use by young neighbours outside of school hours; Please refer to the April 22, 2026, Council Minutes for the disposition of these matters. Public Works Committee April 13, 2

That the correspondence respecting Replacing the Playground Structure and Adding Shade Structures at Memorial Elementary School, 1175 Main Street East, Hamilton (Ward 3) (Item 11.2), BE RECEIVED. 11.2(a)(i) Patrick Durcharme 11.2(a)(ii) Jessica Dixon 11.2(a)(iii) Kristina Vidug 11.2(a)(iii) Willow Mackenzie 11.2(a)(iv) Trish Hlohinec 11.2(a)(v) David Potter 11.2(a)(vi) Meagan Shanahan 11.2(a)(vii) Kylie Kozolanka 11.2(a)(viii) Maria Felix Miller

That the Rules of Order BE SUSPENDED to allow for the introduction of a Motion respecting Installation of Speed Cushions as a Traffic Calming Measure on Montmorency Drive (Ward 5). 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 Montmorency Drive between Mt Albion Road and Albright Road 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 completed traffic calming warrants for Montmorency Drive between Mt Albion Road and Albright Road in Ward 5 which determined that speed cushions are not technically warranted; WHEREAS, signatures were collected from residents resulting in support by 28 of 41 (68%) homes on Montmorency Drive between Mt Albion Road and Albright Road 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 Montmorency Drive, 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 cushions on Montmorency Drive between Mt Albion Road and Albright Road at approximately #53 and #90 Montmorency Drive as a traffic calming measure and as part of Transportation’s 2026 speed cushions installation program; (b) That all costs associated with the installation of traffic calming measures BE APPROVED, to be funded through the Ward 5 Capital Re-Investment Reserve #108055 at an upset limit, including contingency, not to exceed $6,00