Regular Meeting of Council

Motion to move into a Closed Meeting at 6:00 p.m. to address matters pertaining to Section 239 (2) and (3.1) of the Municipal Act, 2001. (2) A meeting or part of a meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered is: Item #1, Report 2024-93-Financial Services, Negotiation of Agreement (k) a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations

Motion to adopt the Agenda for the Regular Meeting of Council of Tuesday, September 24, 2024, as amended.

Motion that Council receive Report and Presentation 2024-79-CAO.

Motion that Council receive Report 2024-94-Financial Services.

Motion to support a bid to host the 2026 Scotties Tournament of Hearts national women’s curling championship at the Cornwall Civic Complex from January 23 – February 1, 2026, with a financial commitment of up to $400,000 (combination of cash and in-kind services). And that the $50,000 cash contribution be budgeted accordingly in the 2026 budget.

Motion that Council approve the CPPEG recommendation that 2865129 Ontario Limited (application submitted by Penny Rudderham) owner of 484 Pitt Street receives Heart of the City funding under Program 2 Building Restoration and Improvement Grant program in the amount of $7,023.00 and Program 3 Project Design Grant in the amount of $1,575.00.

Whereas the City of Cornwall recognizes the importance of fostering a healthy and sustainable environment; and Whereas birds play a critical role in maintaining ecological balance, controlling pest populations, pollinating plants, dispersing seeds, and supporting the food system; and Whereas the City of Cornwall committed to becoming a Bird-Friendly City in December 2022; and Whereas certain measures can be taken to protect bird populations from common urban threats; and Whereas the Bird Friendly City Certification Program through Nature Canada provides a framework and recognition for cities that meet specific criteria to protect bird populations; and Whereas the Cornwall Bird Friendly City Committee submitted an application to become designated but missed the minimum threshold by 4 points of the required 26 to achieve entry-level certification; and Whereas achieving certification will bring benefits such as increased community awareness, tourism opportunities, and enhanced local biodiversity. Now therefore be it resolved that Administration bring a report back to Council which considers the implications of implementing various bird friendly measures, including but not limited to window collision prevention and decals, reduced light pollution, and bans on pesticides; either through by-law, policy, and/or guidelines, and which recommends implementation where feasible, in alignment with the program criteria, with the goal of becoming a Bird Friendly City. Now therefore be it fu

Motion to adopt By-laws 2024-079 to 2024-083 inclusive, listed on the Agenda.

Motion to adopt Confirming By-law 2024-084, being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council at its meeting of September 24, 2024.

Motion to adjourn the Regular Meeting of Council of September 24, 2024, at 8:25 p.m.