Council Meeting
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Council Meeting Agenda
Discussed New Motion 1 regarding Renaming of Indian Road. Recommended reports on Strategy to Establish Special Constable Appointments for Enforcement Management Staff, Indigenization, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility Strategy and Action Plan, and Approval of the Plan for Administration of the City of Kingston Heritage Fund in 2025-2026. Consent items included Delegation of Authority By-Law Repeal and Replace, Road Safety Enhancements at Various Locations, Queen's University Universal Pass Renewal, and St. Lawrence College Universal Pass Renewal. Information report on Kingston Downtown Business Improvement Area Annual Report 2024.
Minutes of Council Meeting held June 17, 2025
Discussed New Motion 1 regarding Renaming of Indian Road (with delegation presentations from Brandon Maracle and Daniel Shipp, and a petition with 40 signatures opposing the motion), New Motion 2 regarding 924 Sydenham Road Use (withdrawn). Recommended reports on Strategy to Establish Special Constable Appointments for Enforcement Management Staff (Clause 4 of Report Number 61, with delegations from Deputy Chief Scott Gee and Queen's University Alma Mater Society representatives), Delegation of Authority By-Law Repeal and Replace, and Road Safety Enhancements at Various Locations. Considered Information Report Number 1 on Kingston Downtown Business Improvement Area Annual Report 2024.
Municipal Council Meeting Transcript - June 17, 2025
This council meeting focused on three primary topics: (1) Downtown Kingston Business Improvement Area (BIA) Annual Report 2024, presented by Executive Director Marijo Cuerrier, highlighting the BIA's efforts to support economic growth and public spaces, with 31 new businesses joining, 95% commercial occupancy rates, and successful events including the Kingston Buskers Rendezvous with over 75,600 visits; (2) The impact of the LaSalle Causeway Bridge closure from April to early October 2024 on downtown businesses and pedestrian traffic, which significantly reduced revenue but was partially mitigated by schedule adjustments from Saturday to Sunday operations; and (3) Public safety and crime reduction in the downtown core, including a 45% decrease in dangerous crime, 19% overall crime reduction, increased mental health and addiction support resources, though shoplifting increased by 22% while overall theft decreased by 16%.
Report 25-130
In 2024, the City of Kingston commissioned MNP consulting to develop a comprehensive Indigenization, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IIDEA) Strategy and Action Plan to enhance organizational culture and advance Council's Strategic Priority 4.5.2. The strategy evaluated current practices, identified gaps, and determined opportunities for improvement. The City's current maturity level was assessed at between Stage 2 (Beginning) and Stage 3 (Intermediate) on a five-stage scale. The plan establishes five strategic goals: build clarity and accountability around IIDEA governance; deliver clear and accessible IIDEA communications and training; build robust recruitment and retention practices; strengthen IIDEA capacity through sustainable resourcing; and support the Kingston community on its IIDEA continuum. The report seeks Council approval of the strategy and directs staff to develop a detailed implementation workplan, integrate the plan into broader strategic planning, and provide annual progress reports to Council.
Report 25-136
This report recommends Council approval of a new Delegation of Authority By-Law to replace By-Law Number 2016-189. Staff have comprehensively reviewed existing delegation by-laws and prepared a new consolidated by-law designed to provide greater clarity, transparency, and accountability regarding powers and duties delegated to staff. The new by-law ensures that operational decisions are made by trained professionals while preserving Council's role in strategic guidance and policy oversight, thereby promoting operational efficiency and appropriate governance structure.
Report 25-147
This is an information report to Council summarizing procurement contracts with values exceeding $100,000 that were awarded by delegated authority during April 2025. The report is required monthly under Section 21.1 of City of Kingston By-Law Number 2022-154 (Procurement Policy) and provides details of contracts meeting established criteria for both standard and non-standard procurements. The report is presented for information purposes only.
Report 25-152
This report presents the City of Kingston's 2024 Corporate Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory, measuring municipal operational emissions from facilities, transportation, transit, wastewater treatment, water management, and corporate waste. The 2024 inventory totaled 22,188 tonnes of CO2e, representing a 3.1% decrease from the 2018 baseline year, or 11% per capita reduction when accounting for population growth. Key findings include: facilities emissions decreased 21% per square foot despite 28.5% facility expansion; municipal fleet and transit emissions declined by 9.9% and 14.2% respectively; however, wastewater and water-related emissions increased due to infrastructure upgrades and higher electrical grid emission factors. The report notes that while operational efficiency efforts are measurable, current measures alone are insufficient to offset service growth and external factors, particularly Ontario's electrical grid carbon intensity, which has doubled since 2018. The report recommends sustained, targeted investments in equipment upgrades and system improvements, along with provincial advocacy to address upstream grid emissions factors.
Report 25-156
This report requests Council approval to amend traffic and parking by-laws to address road safety concerns identified through the City's monitoring programs. The proposed enhancements include reducing posted speed limits on rural roadways, implementing right turn restrictions on red lights at pedestrian signal locations to protect crossing pedestrians, establishing a no U-turn prohibition at a major intersection, and adjusting parking regulations in six school areas and two other locations. The report also provides an update on previous Council direction regarding speed and traffic volume measurements on Leeman Road. All recommendations align with the City's Road Safety Plan and support the strategic priority to build an active and connected community through improved road safety.
Report 25-158
This report seeks Council approval of the Administrative Plan for the City of Kingston Heritage Fund (CKHF) for 2025-2026 to enable the issuance of a Call for Submissions in late June 2025 with September 2025 submission deadlines. The CKHF provides sustainable funding to support the cultural heritage sector, including museums, heritage projects, cultural groups, and historical societies. The Kingston and Area Association of Museums, Art Galleries & Historic Sites (KAM) administers the fund through an annual Service Level Agreement with the City and conducts comprehensive annual reviews in consultation with stakeholders and grant recipients. The 2025-2026 Administrative Plan was approved by KAM's Board of Directors on May 29, 2025. Applications will be evaluated by two Review Committees (Operating Grants and Project Grants) with jury meetings scheduled for late September and early October 2025. Council members may participate in these review committees by expressing interest to the Director of Heritage Services by July 1, 2025.
Report 25-163
This report recommends that the City of Kingston enter into new three-year agreements with the Alma Mater Society of Queen's University (AMS) to renew the universal transit pass (U-Pass) program for eligible students, effective September 1, 2025. The proposed agreement includes annual per-student rates of $165 (year 1), $180 (year 2), and $195 (year 3), representing a 35% increase from the current rate of $122 per student, with subsequent annual increases of 9% and 8%. The new agreement is projected to generate approximately $13.7 million in revenue over three years, representing a net increase of approximately $3.4 million compared to existing contract terms. The U-Pass program has provided eligible Queen's University students with universal access to Kingston Transit service for multiple decades, with only a two-year pause due to pandemic impacts.
Report 25-166
This report presents the Kingston Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) 2024 annual report, which was presented to the Kingston DBIA membership at their Annual General Meeting on May 21, 2025. The report is submitted for information purposes only and does not require a formal recommendation or action from Council.
Report 25-167
This report recommends that the City of Kingston renew its universal transit pass (U-Pass) agreement with the Student Association of St. Lawrence College for a three-year period effective September 1, 2025. The proposed agreement increases the annual per-student rate from $190 to $240 (a 26% increase), generating approximately $4.1 million in revenue over three years—an increase of approximately $683,000 compared to the existing contract. The U-Pass program provides eligible St. Lawrence College students with universal access to Kingston Transit services and aligns with the City's strategic goal to improve public transit and active transportation options.
Report 25-169
This report proposes authorizing the City of Kingston to appoint five senior leadership positions within the Licensing and Enforcement Services Department as special constables. The initiative seeks Council's endorsement to enter into an agreement with the Kingston Police Service Board and apply to the Solicitor General for authorization to employ special constables. The special constables would operate under limited powers, including those provided by the Trespass to Property Act and select provincial legislation, enabling immediate intervention in enforcement matters when police support is unavailable or delayed. This strategy aims to enhance the City's capacity to address complex enforcement situations, align with practices in other Ontario municipalities, and reduce reliance on corporate security during major events or high-risk incidents on City property.
Museum Collection Deaccession Report - Books and Documents (59 Objects)
This document is an excerpt from a municipal government deaccession report (ACH-25-005) that catalogs 59 books and documents recommended for removal from a Kingston museum collection. Each entry includes the object's catalogue number, title, rationale for deaccession (primarily that items lack connection to Kingston and don't fit the collection mandate), and the proposed method of disposal (primarily donation to other organizations, with one item already accepted by Whitby Archives).
POL-XX – First Capital Place Illumination Policy
A municipal policy establishing guidelines and administrative procedures for illuminating First Capital Place, including City Hall, Springer Market Square, and associated fountains. The policy limits illuminations to 90 days per calendar year, with 18 designated annual dates for equity, diversity, and inclusion observances (such as Black History Month, Pride, Indigenous Peoples Day, and Remembrance Day) and up to 72 dates available through public request. Requests must be submitted at least four months in advance and are reviewed by the City's EDI Advisory Committee to ensure illuminations reflect community needs and priorities while enhancing Kingston's cultural heritage and commitment to diversity.
Proclamation Request
A city council communication documenting a proclamation request submitted by the Pakistan Canada Association of Kingston to recognize Pakistan Independence Day on August 14, 2025. The form includes applicant contact information, organization details, proclamation purpose, and event specifics scheduled for 11:30 AM on that date. The request aims to help citizens remember the significance of independence and promote community awareness.