Regular Council

That the contents of the Regular Council Agenda for February 26, 2025, be approved as amended:  Removal of Item 5.4.2 CSR-2025-23 Contract for Building Services Support .  Removal of Item 18.1 By-law 2025-12 A By-law to authorize the appointment of Building Officials under the Building Code Act for the Corporation of Town of Midland.

That Council resolve into the Committee of the Whole.

That Staff Report CSR-2025-32 Updated Development Charges Background Study and By-law, dated February 26, 2025, be received; and 1. That the budget for the Development Charges Study project budget be amended to $65,000, funded from the applicable Development Charges Reserve.

That Council accept the verbal presentation and written correspondence dated February 19, 2025, from Ms. Sonia Ladouceur, Executive Director of Shelter Now, for information; and 1.That Council direct Staff to prepare a Report assessing the feasibility of utilizing surplus land within the Town of Midland for the development of Affordable Housing.

That Staff Report CSR-2025-6, Council Composition for the 2026 Municipal Election, dated February 26, 2025, be received; and 1.That the Town of Midland Council composition be restructured for the 2026 Municipal Election to seven (7) Members as follows: •Mayor – elected at-large •Deputy Mayor – elected at-large •5 Councillor positions – elected at-large 2.That the Clerk be directed to bring forward a By-law at the next Regular Council Meeting.

That Staff Report CSR-2025-26, 2025 Composite Fees and Charges By-law, dated February 26, 2025, be received; and 1. That the Composite Fees and Charges Schedule attached to Staff Report CSR-2025-26 be amended as follows:  Transit fee for Seniors be implemented at $1.75  Transit fees increase effective May 1, 2025  Town Dock Fees to remain at the 2024 rates  Fire and Emergency Services – No show for inspection increased to $110  Outdoor Patio Program – remain at the 2024 rates  Canada Day Wrist bands – free  NSSRC Gymnasium rates for Adult/Senior and Non-Profit - increase of 30%  NSSRC Gymnasium rates for Commercial groups - increase of 100% 2. That the 2025 Composite Fees and Charges By-law, as amended, be brought forward for Council’s consideration.

That Staff Report CSR-2025-17, Greenhouse Gas Reduction Pathway Feasibility Study, dated February 26, 2025, be received; and 1.That Council support the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Pathway Feasibility Study; and 2.That the 2024 approved Budget be amended to include grant funding to complete the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Pathway Feasibility Study as outlined in this Report.

That Staff Report CSR-2025-25, 2025 By-law Review and Prioritization, dated February 26, 2025, be received; and 1. That Staff be directed to bring By-laws forward in accordance with the list as outlined as Attachment #1 to Staff Report CSR-2025-25.

That the Committee of the Whole rise and report.

That the recommendations of the Committee of the Whole for the meeting of February 26, 2025, be adopted as Resolutions of Council.

WHEREAS if the implementation of tariffs by the United States have significant impacts on local businesses, consumers, and the Municipal Budget; and WHEREAS given the potential for economic disruption, it is important for Council to understand the scope of these changes and consider potential measures that could help mitigate negative effects. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Staff be directed to prepare a report for Council addressing the following: 1. Economic Impacts: An analysis of the effects on the approved 2025 Budget, supply chain disruptions, and price increases. Additionally, evaluate the potential additional costs to Town to mitigate the effects of these tariffs. 2. Alternatives and Mitigation Strategies: An evaluation of alternative strategies the Town could adopt to minimize the negative consequences of the new tariffs. This may include exploring new trade partnerships, seeking exemptions or relief measures, or diversifying supply chains. 3. Recommendations for Council Action: Recommendations on actions that Council can take to address the potential impacts, particularly if any financial support or policy changes are required that could involve the allocation of taxpayer dollars.

That Staff be directed to investigate the options to increase the winter maintenance service levels and that a Report be brought to Council at a future meeting.

That the following By-laws: By-law 2025-12 **By-law removed - see Motion to approve Agenda By-law 2025-13 Establish and Approve the Fees and Charges of the Town of Midland and to repeal By-law 2024-20, as amended. By-law 2025-14 Establish rates for water and sewer services related to the operation of the systems and to repeal By-law 2024-13. By-law 2025-15 Adopt Amendment No. 4 to the Town of Midland Official Plan. By-law 2025-16 Amend Zoning By-law 2004-90, as amended, for the lands known as 16728 Highway 12, in the Town of Midland. By-law 2025-17 Amend Zoning By-law 2004-90, as amended, for the lands municipally known as 233 Midland Point Road, in the Town of Midland. By-law 2025-18 Amend By-law 2004-90, as amended, being the Town’s Zoning By-law. be passed and enacted.

That this Regular Meeting of Council adjourn at 11:08 p.m.

Motion to approve Agenda 5.4.3 CSR-2025-24 2024 Municipal Law Enforcement Year End Report That Staff Report CSR-2025-24, 2024 Municipal Law Enforcement Year End Report, dated February 26, 2025, be received for information